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Creator: Roman Malakov
Gemstone: Diamond
GIA Certified 5.28 Carats Oval Cut Sapphire Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This color-rich and brilliant three-stone engagement ring features a color-rich 5.28 carats oval cut blue sapphire originated from Sri Lanka. Set in a classic four prong 18k yellow g...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 6.54 Carat Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A classic and color-rich pave engagement ring showcasing a vibrant GIA certified 6.54 carat radiant cut fancy yellow diamond, VS2 in clarity, set in a four prong 18k yellow gold bask...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roman Malakov, 5.58 Carat Fancy Light Yellow Marquise Cut Diamond Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful ring showcases a 5.58 carat Fancy Light Yellow marquise cut center stone. Center stone is set in 18 karat yellow gold and surrounded by a row of pear and heart shape d...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Diamond, Platinum

Roman Malakov 1.89 Carat Oval Pink Sapphire with Diamonds Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A lovely gemstone engagement ring style showcasing a oval cut pink sapphire weighing 1.89 carats total, elegantly surrounded by a row of brillia...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.96 Carats Radiant Cut Fancy Yellow Diamond Three-Stone Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A unique handcrafted engagement ring showcasing a 1.96 carats radiant cut yellow diamond certified by GIA as Fancy Yellow color, SI1 in cl...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roman Malakov GIA Certified 1.39 Carats Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A classic and timeless piece of jewelry showcasing a 1.39 carats princess cut diamond certified by GIA as E color, SI2 in clarity. Beautifully set in a diamond encrusted pave shank m...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 3.53 Carats Total Emerald Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Features an elegant 3.53 carats emerald cut diamond certified by GIA as I color and SI1 in clarity, set in a classic four prong basket setting. Finely made in polished platinum. Size...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 5.95 Carat Antique Pear Shape Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
An antique-style engagement ring showcasing a 5.95 carat pear shape diamond certified by GIA as L color, SI1 in clarity. Flanked by 4 old-mine cut diamonds on either side weighing 0....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 11.30 Carat Radiant Cut Intense Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elegantly made high end engagement ring featuring a color-rich radiant cut diamond weighing 11.30 carats, set in a four prong 18k yellow gold basket. Flanked by 6 custom-cut trapezoi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

2.03 Carats Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Features a 2.03 carats cushion cut yellow diamond certified by GIA as fancy Intense Yellow color, VS2 in clarity, set in a classic four prong basket setting. Flanking the center ston...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified 6.20 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A timeless classic engagement ring showcasing 6.20 carat cushion cut diamond certified by GIA as G color, VS1 in clarity. Flanking the cen...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 5.82 Carats Emerald Cut Diamond Five-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A sophisticated and unique engagement ring style showcasing a 5.82 carat emerald cut diamond certified by GIA as M color and VVS2 in clarity. Accenting the center diamond are two bag...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

5.05 Carats Cushion Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Features a color-rich cushion cut blue sapphire weighing 5.05 carats, surrounded by two rows of round brilliant diamonds in an 18k white gold split-shank mounting accented with diamo...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov GIA Certified 1.07 Carats Heart Shape Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Features a 1.07 carats heart shape diamond certified by GIA as D color and SI1 in clarity. Surrounding the center diamond is a single row of round brilliant diamonds, set in a 18K wh...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 3.06 Carats Total Cushion Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A timeless solitaire engagement ring style showcasing a 3.06 carats cushion cut diamond certified by GIA as K color and SI1 in clarity, set in a classic four prong setting. Finely ma...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Roman Malakov 0.29 Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond with White Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful engagement ring showcasing a 0.29 carats radiant cut fancy yellow diamond, VS in clarity and bezel set in 18K yellow gold. Flanked by a cluster of round diamonds and a ta...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

EGL Certified 2.03 Carats Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring with Side Stones
Located in New York, NY
A classic and timeless diamond engagement ring showcasing a 2.03 carats princess cut diamond, beautifully set in a diamond encrusted shank mounting made in 18k white gold. Center dia...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 10.59 Carat Radiant Cut Yellow Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Well crafted high end engagement ring showcasing a GIA certified color-rich fancy yellow color 10.59 carat radiant cut diamond, VS1 in clarity. Accented with trillion diamonds on eac...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified 5.53 Carats Total Cushion Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A timeless engagement ring style showcasing a GIA Certified 5.53 carat cushion cut diamond, M Color and SI2 in Clarity. Made in polished platinum. Size 6 US a...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 3.68 Carats Brilliant Round Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This elegant and classic solitaire engagement ring style showcases a brilliant round diamond weighing 3.68 carats total, K color and VS2 in clarity, set in a four prong basket settin...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Roman Malakov 0.53 Carats Oval Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring with Side Stones
Located in New York, NY
A simple and modern engagement ring design showcasing a 0.53 carats oval cut diamond, set in a classic four prong basket setting. Surrounded by a row of round brilliant diamonds in h...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 5.02 Carat Round Shape Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A classic and unique engagement ring style showcasing 5.02 carat brilliant round diamond certified by GIA as G color, SI2 in clarity. Accenting by weighing 0.37 carat total three tap...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Roman Malakov GIA Certified 5.56 Carats Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A unique and brilliant piece of jewelry featuring a 5.56 carats old European cut diamond, certified by GIA as M color, VS2 in clarity. Surrounded by a single row of round brilliant d...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 0.77 Carat Fancy Pink Diamond Double Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Rare and stylish piece of high end jewelry showcasing a vibrant 0.77 carat brilliant round pink diamond certified by GIA as natural fancy pink, SI1 clarity. Set in a fourteen prong 1...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

0.88 Carats Total Round Cluster Diamond Cushion Shape Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful engagement ring showcases a cluster of round brilliant diamonds, set in a cushion shape diamond halo. Set in a split-shank mounting made in 14K white gold. Diamonds we...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov, White Gold Cluster Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A unique engagement ring style showcasing a cluster of round brilliant diamonds to make it look like one large center diamond! Set on an 18 karat white gold mounting accented with di...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 10.02 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful engagement ring style features a 10.02 carat elongated cushion cut diamond certified by GIA as I color, VS1 clarity. Center diamond is flanked by half moon diamonds weigh...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 7.03 Carat Round Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A classic six-prong solitaire engagement ring set with a brilliant 7.03 carat round diamond certified by GIA as G color, VS2 clarity. Knife-edge mounting made in platinum. Roman Ma...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 3.50 Carats Total Oval Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A timeless solitaire engagement ring showcasing a 3.50 carats oval cut diamond, certified by GIA as J Color and VS2 in Clarity. Set in a simple thin platinum mounting and four prong ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 10.26 Carats Cushion Cut Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A classy engagement ring featuring a GIA Certified 10.26 carats cushion cut diamond, J Color and VS2 in clarity. Flanked by epaulette diamond on each side weighing 1.36 carats total,...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Roman Malakov GIA Certified 5.60 Carat Elongated Cushion Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A large and remarkably fine diamond engagement ring showcasing a GIA Certified elongated cushion cut diamond weighing 5.60 carats total, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 7.76 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A classic solitaire engagement ring style showcasing an elongated cushion cut diamond weighing 7.76 carats total. The diamond was certified by GIA as F color, SI2 clarity. Made in pl...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.74 Carats Pear Shape Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A classy and elegant three stone engagement ring style showcasing a 1.74 carats pear shape diamond center stone certified by GIA as I color, VS2 clarity. Flanking on each side are tw...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

14.67 Carat Blue Sapphire and Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This wonderful and rare three-stone engagement ring featuring 14.67 carat cushion cut blue sapphire certified by GRS as VIVID Blue color and SRI Lanka origin. Flanking the center gem...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.49 Carats Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A color-rich engagement ring showcasing a 1.49 carat pear shape yellow diamond certified by GIA as Fancy Intense Yellow Color, SI2 in clarity set in five prong setting made in 18K ye...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold

Roman Malakov 4.50 Carat Radiant Cut Yellow Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This elegant three-stone engagement ring features 4.50 carat radiant cut yellow diamond, certified by GIA as Fancy Yellow color, VS1 in clarity. Flanking by brilliant trillion cut di...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Roman Malakov GIA Certified 4.01 Oval Cut Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Featuring a GIA Certified 4.01 carats oval cut diamond, G Color and VS2 in Clarity. Flanking the center are two tapered baguette diamonds weighing 0.54 carats total. Set in a double...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Roman Malakov GIA Certified 2.51 Carats Emerald Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Features a 2.51 carats emerald cut diamond certified by GIA as F color and SI1 in clarity. Surrounded by a single row of round brilliant diamonds and set in a platinum mounting accen...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Roman Malakov 8.01 Carat Radiant Cut Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This classy and vibrant three-stone engagement ring showcasing 8.01 carat radiant cut diamond certified by GIA as J color, SI1 clarity, flanked by two trapezoid diamonds weighing 1.0...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1.87 Carat Round Cut Rare Russian Green Emerald and Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elegantly made three stone engagement ring showcasing a rare vibrant green emerald weighing 1.87 carats and is certified by GIA as Russian origin. Flanking the center gemstone are tw...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

GIA Certified 8.77 Carat Light Yellow Diamond Three-Stone Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful ring made with impeccable craftsmanship. Features a GIA certified 8.77 carat Light Yellow Diamond, VS in Clarity. Set in a double-halo basket of yellow and white diamonds. Flanking the center diamond are two epaulette diamonds...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified 3.00 Carats Radiant Cut Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A classic and elegant three-stone engagement ring style showcasing a 3.00 carats radiant cut diamond certified by GIA as H color and VS1 in clarity. Flanked by brilliant cut trapezoi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Roman Malakov GIA Certified 5.48 Carat Round Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A classic engagement ring style showcasing a GIA Certified 5.48 carat round brilliant diamond, N Color and VS2 in Clarity, Excellent polish and Excellent Symmetry. Mounted in a six-p...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

GIA Certified Pear Shape Aquamarine and Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful engagement ring showcasing a 3.63 carat vivid blue pear shape aquamarine (Santa Maria), set in a brilliant diamond halo made in platinum. Diamonds weigh 0.76 carats total...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.76 Carats Oval Cut Fancy Light Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Features a GIA certified 1.76 carats color-rich oval cut Fancy Light Yellow color and VS2 in clarity, set in four prong setting. Surrounded by a single row of round brilliant diamond...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified Radiant Cut Fancy Yellow Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A simple and chic engagement ring features a 2.02 carats radiant cut diamond that GIA certified as Fancy Yellow color, VS2 in clarity, set in a 18k yellow gold four prong basket sett...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 5.01 Carats Radiant Cut Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and well crafted three stone engagement ring features a 5.01 carat radiant cut diamond certified by GIA as J color, SI2 clarity, set in a platinum four prong basket setting....
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 17.18 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous GIA Certified engagement ring is set with a 17.18 carat cushion cut diamond center stone, M Color and SI2 in Clarity. Flanke...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

0.68 Carats Total Cluster Diamond Halo Engagement Ring and Wedding Band Set
Located in New York, NY
The engagement ring features a cluster of round brilliant diamonds, set in a brilliant diamond halo in a unique 14k white gold mounting. Diamonds weigh 0.56 carats total.The wedding ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

4.82 Carats Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald & Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A color-rich and elegant three-stone engagement ring showcasing a GIA certified 4.82 carats emerald cut Colombian green emerald, set in a four prong basket setting. Flanked by two sm...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

GIA Certified 13.95 Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond Split-Shank Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and luxurious split shank engagement ring showcasing a vibrant and color rich GIA certified 13.95 carat radiant cut fancy yellow diamond, VS1...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

1.64 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald and Diamond Three-Stone Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Showcases a square-shaped green emerald weighing 0.80 carats, surrounded by a single row of round diamonds. Center emerald flanked by brilliant trapezoid diamonds on an accented plat...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

GIA Certified 10.09 Carat Brilliant Round Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous important engagement ring features a 10.09 carat brilliant round shape diamond GIA Certified as K color and SI2 in clarity, flanked by pear shape diamonds on each side ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified No-Heat Blue Sapphire and Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing a GIA Certified 3.90 carat oval cut vibrant blue sapphire, Sri Lanka origin with NO indications of heat treatment. Surrounded by round...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Roman Malakov GIA Certified 1.71 Carat Oval Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A classic halo style engagement ring showcasing a beautiful 1.71 carat elongated oval cut diamond certified by GIA as D color, SI2 clarity. Center diamond is surrounded by a brillian...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 3.73 Carats Emerald Cut Blue Sapphire Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A classic and timeless engagement ring showcasing a 3.73 carats emerald cut blue sapphire, flanked by two step-cut trapezoid diamonds on either side. Diamonds weigh 0.40 carats total...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Roman Malakov 0.81 Carats Total Round Diamond Bezel Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A classic engagement ring style showcasing a 0.81 carats round brilliant diamond, set in a bezel set and thick band made in 18K white gold. Diamond is approximately F color, SI1 in c...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 1.60 Carats Oval Cut Blue Sapphire & Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
An elegant and classic engagement ring showcasing a 1.60 carat oval cut blue sapphire, surrounded by a single row of 12 round brilliant diamonds weighing 0.54 carats total. Finely ma...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Diamond Engagement Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Shop Antique and Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings on 1stDibs

Antique and vintage diamond engagement rings are timeless. Diamonds are the hardest gemstones and stand out for their extraordinary brilliance. They are usually thought of as being clear, with a dazzling sparkle that turns white light into flashes of color. One in 10,000 diamonds is colored, with hues ranging from yellow and pink to blue and black. The more intense the color, the higher the price of the diamond

Rings have long been signifiers of marriage and committed relationships. The modern diamond engagement ring can be traced back to 1477, when Archduke Maximilian of Austria commissioned an expensive diamond ring for his betrothed. Diamond rings subsequently became extremely popular among the European aristocracy. Later, during the Victorian era, the popularity of diamond engagement rings had filtered down to the middle class, owing to the increasing accessibility — and affordability — of gold and diamonds.

Authentic antique Victorian-era engagement rings were frequently set in rose or yellow gold and they are highly collectible. Designs for Victorian engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal. Diamonds were likely to be small rose- or old-mine-cut (the ancestor of today’s cushion-cut) stones. The former are often associated with antique styles like Victorian or Georgian, as rose-cut diamonds are uncommon in modern jewelry. The diamonds were typically set in a group of five in a band or as a solitaire. Victorian-era engagement rings also saw other gemstones accompanying diamonds. Small seed pearls and moonstones were popular. Other sentimental and romantic motifs such as hearts and stars took hold as well. 

In 1886, esteemed American luxury firm Tiffany & Co. introduced its solitaire diamond design, which is still among the most popular styles of engagement rings. The Tiffany Setting raises the stone above the band on six prongs, allowing its facets to catch the light and reflect through the stone.

French jewelry house Cartier, which pioneered the use of platinum in fine jewelry and helped define Art Deco, ​​sought to render the diamonds in their engagement rings and other rings as brilliantly as possible. The brand’s timeless Solitaire 1895 engagement ring gave the impression of delicate lace.

Shopping for an engagement ring can be challenging — from stone to carat weight to cut to setting, jewelry lingo can feel like a foreign language, making the task of choosing a diamond feel even more daunting. Explore our buying guides for a close look at antique engagement rings, Art Deco engagement rings and vintage engagement rings, and shop an exquisite collection of antique and vintage diamond engagement rings on 1stDibs.

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