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Creator: Cartier
Gemstone: Diamond
Cartier Panthiere 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Ring
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Signed Cartier "Panthiere" 18 karat white gold diamond ring with 35 round brilliant cut diamonds with a total weight of 1.00 carats. Ring size is 7.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Rose & White Gold Half Diamond Love Ring B4094300
Located in London, GB
A stylish 18k rose and white gold diamond double ring by Cartier from the Love collection. The 3.5mm rose gold band is set with 4 round brilliant cut diamonds and alternating screw m...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Cartier Diamond Crossover Ring, French, circa 1970
Located in London, GB
Cartier diamond crossover ring. Set with two drop shape brilliant cut diamonds, one D colour, VVS2 clarity, with a weight of 1.17 carats...
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1970s French Vintage Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rare Vintage Cartier 18k Yellow Gold 2.10ctw Diamond Wide Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Up for sale is this rare vintage Cartier diamond band ring crafted in France from solid 18k yellow gold and properly signed with their unique seri...
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21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier 7.16ct Diamonds Eternity 18Karat White Gold Essential Lines Ring US7 1/2
Located in Tokyo, JP
Brand:Cartier Retail Price:JPY6,798,000円(included tax) Name:Diamonds Essential Lines Ring Ref.:H434555 Material:120P diamond (7.16ct), 750 K18 WG white...
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2010s French Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier 18k Panther Diamond Ring
Located in San Antonio, TX
Cartier Panther Ring set in 18k White Gold with Diamonds weighing approx. 1.00ct, Pear shaped Emerald and Black Lacquer. Circa 1990.
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1990s French Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Cartier Diamond Mini Love Ring in Rose Gold
Located in London, GB
A vintage Cartier diamond mini Love ring set in 18k rose gold. The Love collection is a firm favourite of many mainly due to the simple yet beautiful ...
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2010s Modern Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Diamond Bypass Ring
Located in New Orleans, LA
An incredible contemporary design by the legendary Cartier sets apart this exceptional bypass ring. Crafted of 18k yellow gold, the piece is designed as t...
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20th Century French Modern Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 gold ring, panther link signed CARTIER
Located in VERSAILLES, FR
Bague en or jaune 18 carats de modèle : maillons panthère signée de la maison CARTIER (numérotée et poinçonnée). Elle est composée de trois rangs de maillons sertis de 90 diamants po...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Delices De Goa Turquoise Amethyst Diamond Rose Gold Ring
Located in Holland, PA
The Rare Authentic Cartier 18k Rose Gold Turquoise Amethyst Diamond Delices De Goa Ring is a true masterpiece. Crafted with 18k rose gold, this ring showcases...
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1990s French Diamond Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Turquoise, Rose Gold

Cartier 18 Karat White Gold Pave Diamond Wide Cigar Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Cartier Material: 18K white gold Diamond: 128 round brilliant cut = 6.50cttw Color: F Clarity: VVS1 Serial # XA9XXX Size: 7.25 Weight: 12.06 grams No box or papers include...
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21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier London Knot Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat Gold with 2.12ctw in Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Cocktail ring designed by Cartier in London. Very rare ring, created in England at the London branch of the jewelry house of Cartier, back in the late ...
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Late 20th Century English Modernist Diamond Rings

Materials

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

Cartier 18 Carat Diamond-Set Ring
Located in London, GB
A lovely 18ct yellow and white gold diamond-set signed Cartier ring. The diamond-set centre measures 7mm and is set with estimated 0.20ct F/G VS. The band measures 8mm wide. and weighs 5.3 grams. This ring is a UK size L / US size 5 3/4. Diamond is the toughest gemstone, and one of the toughest materials known to man. The name 'Diamond' derives from the ancient Greek word ‘adamas’ meaning 'invincible'. Diamond is the birthstone of April, and is the given gift of the 10th, 60th and 75th wedding anniversaries. It is also commonly given as an engagement gem of choice. The 4Cs; colour, clarity, cut and carat weight make up the grading system against which Diamonds are measured, each independently influencing the value of each diamond. As well as their most well know appearance of beautiful bright white, natural Diamonds have been found in yellow, green, blue, orange, red, pink, purple, brown, grey and black. Cleaning your jewellery: Diamond is a hard gemstone, so you can clean it with little worry using warm soapy water and a small brush, make sure to clean the back of the stone is get the best sparkle! Please note all Wave Antiques pieces offer complimentary ring sizing where possible. At Wave Antiques we donate 1% of all sales made to ocean-protecting charities. We care deeply about the environment and with oceans covering 70% of the earth, we feel promoting sustainability and supporting ocean charities is essential to try and maintain the health of what exists beneath the waves 🌊🌊🌊 *For International Delivery please note that import taxes are additional cost paid by the customer* Please note all items come in a branded Wave Antiques ring box...
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1990s Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Paris Bombé Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Created in the late 20th century, this Cartier diamond bombé or dome ring is set in 18K gold. The wide bombé center flanked by shaped bands are pavé-set with round brilliant-cut diam...
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Late 20th Century French Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Mimi Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
An extremely striking vintage Cartier diamond and ruby bombé ring from the sought after 'Mimi' collection, set in 18k yellow gold. From the now discontinued Mimi collection, this ...
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1990s Unknown Retro Diamond Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Trinity GIA Certified 1.23 Carat E/VVS1 Round Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Crafted with the utmost precision, the Cartier Trinity Round Diamond Engagement ring exudes elegance and sophistication. This ring features a high-quality 1.23 carat round brillian...
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Early 2000s Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier GIA Certified 8 Carat Cushion Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Rome, IT
Cartier 1895 Cushion Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
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2010s Italian Modern Diamond Rings

Materials

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

Cartier Myst De Cartier Diamond Rock Crystal Large Dome White Gold Ring
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Myst Diamond Rock Crystal Large Dome Ring by Cartier. With rRound brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color total weight approximately 4ct Details: Ring Size: Europ...
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1990s French Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rock Crystal, White Gold

Panthere De Cartier Diamond, Onyx and Emerald Ring in 18kwg with Cartier Box
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Panthere De Cartier ring in 18k white gold, accompanied by Cartier box. This Cartier ring features a panther covered in approximately 1.47 carat of pave set round brilliant cut diam...
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21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Rings

Materials

Emerald, Onyx, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Maillon Panthere Full Diamond White Gold 3-Row Ring Box Papers
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous authentic Cartier 3-row band from the iconic Maillon Panthère collection is crafted in 18k white gold and set with 90 brilliant-cut D-E-F VVS1-VVS2 diamonds weighing an...
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Early 2000s Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Cartier 1894 Solitaire Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum, G VS2
Located in Honolulu, HI
Cartier 1894 Solitaire Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum, features a round brilliant cut diamond G color, VS2 clarity weighing 0.70 carats. The diamond has very good polish and good symmetry. An enduring emblem of commitment and love, Cartier engagement rings...
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21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Tahitian Pearl Diamond and Sapphire Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
18 karat white gold Tahitian pearl ring by Cartier. The Tahitian pearl measures 12.5mm. There are 12 round brilliant cut diamonds, E color, V...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White ...

Cartier Double Pave Diamond Band
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Double Pave Diamond Band. The ring features 2.90ctw of brilliant round diamonds. Stamped Cartier 750. Ring size 6.5, weighs ...
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1980s French Modern Vintage Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Diamonds Emeralds Onyx K18 White Gold Panthere Sookie Ring US 6 1/4
Located in Tokyo, JP
Brand:Cartier Name:Panthere Sookie Ring Material:Diamonds, 2 emeralds, 1 onyx,750 K18 WG white gold Weight:16.2g(Approx) Ring size(inch):EU:54/USA:6.25(Approx) Width(inch):3.73mm / 0...
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2010s French Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Maillon Panthere Diamond 18k White Gold Ladies Band Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A bit of Cartier for a lifetime! Enjoy a lifetime of wear with this 6 mm wide Cartier diamond band ring. This small version of Maillon Panthere is Crafted in Luxurious 18K white g...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Vintage Cartier Diamond Trinity Full Eternity Band Ring in 18k Tri Color Gold
Located in London, GB
A beautiful vintage Cartier Trinity round brilliant cut diamond full eternity band ring set in 18k yellow, rose and white gold. The eternity ring is set with exactly 50 round brilliant cut diamonds; all of which are pave set within a 3.5-millimetre tricoloured band. Due to the design this eternity ring would look fantastic for a variety of occasions. Because the band is set in tri-coloured metal, this means the band can be paired with a variety of jewellery styles and colours! It could easily be stacked amongst other rings, such as an engagement and/or wedding band. Alternatively, the ring could be worn by itself as a 'other hand' ring. There is an estimated total diamond weight of 0.50 carats. These diamonds range from F-G in colour with VVS clarity. The ring is currently a Cartier size 49...
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2010s Unknown Modern Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 3 Diamond 18ct White Gold Love Band Ring
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier 3 Diamond 18ct White Gold Love Band Ring Brand- Cartier Model- 3 Diamond Love Band Ring Product Type- Ring Serial Number- OT**** Accompanied By- Cartier Pouch, Papers Materi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Cartier White Gold Diamond & Ceramic Love Ring B4207600
Located in London, GB
An 18k white gold diamond set Love ring by Cartier. The ring features the classic screws featuring a ceramic inlay and has 66 pave set, round brilliant cut diamonds set between each ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Love 1 Diamond Wedding Band 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Love diamond wedding band in 18K yellow gold. Set with 1 brilliant-cut diamond totaling 0.02 carats. Width: 4mm. Ring size 51 Us 5.75. Excellent pre-owned condition. Comes w...
Category

2010s French Modern Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Cartier 1895 Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum G VS1 0.35 CTW
Located in New York, NY
Cartier 1895 Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum G VS1 0.35 CTW Cartier 1895 Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum G V...
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2010s Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier, France 45 Round Diamond and Gold 'Panther' Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
18 kt., 45 round diamonds ap. .90 ct., signed Cartier, nos. 760868, 51, with maker's mark & French assay mark, ap. 7.3 dwts. Size 5 1/2. Diamonds: G-H-VS.
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Early 20th Century French Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier 1895 Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum H VVS1 0.3 CT
Located in New York, NY
Cartier 1895 Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum H VVS1 0.3 CT PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 113982 Listing Title: Cartier 18...
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21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Trinity Three Bands Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Cartier "Trinity" three bands diamond ring One band is covered in round-cut diamonds, the other two are 18 karat yellow and white gold; marked Cartier, 750, CRD351395, 54 Size: 7 U...
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Late 20th Century Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Rue De La Paix Diamond Bombe Ring
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Rue De La Paix Diamond Bombe Ring Comprising a resplendent ring by Cartier crafted in 18k yellow gold set with a myriad of lustrous round brilliant-cut diamonds throughout a dome-shaped design. Diamond weight approx. 3.00 carats total. Measures approx. 0.70″ in width by 0.90″, approx. 0.45″ in height off the finger. Cartier ring size 54...
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1980s French Vintage Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Emerald and Diamond Criss Cross Ring, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A Cartier Emerald and Diamond Criss Cross Ring, 18k. The total weight of the ring is 8.96 grams. The emerald weighs appx 1.25 carats. The ring...
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20th Century Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald

Cartier 1895 Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring with Round .25ct FVS1
Located in New York, NY
This Cartier engagement ring from the 1895 collection is a masterpiece of fine craftsmanship, made from premium platinum with a stunning 0.25 c...
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2010s French Contemporary Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier 18 Carat White Gold and Pavé Diamond Cocktail Ring, circa 2000s
Located in London, GB
A striking and bold 18ct white gold and diamond cocktail ring by Cartier c.2000s, of large circular form, the gently domed head fully pavé set with round brilliant cut diamonds in 18ct white gold to tapering shoulders and a plain band...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Diamond Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Perruque Paris Nouvelle Vague Diamond Pink Sapphire Rose Gold Ring
Located in Holland, PA
18k Rose Gold Paris Nouvelle Vague Diamond Pink Sapphire Ring by Cartier. With 22 pink sapphires and 12 round brilliant-cut diamonds VVS1 c...
Category

Early 2000s French Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Rose Gold

Cartier Diamond Accent Juste Un Clou Ring
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier Diamond Accent Juste Un Clou Ring Brand- Cartier Model- Juste un Clou Ring Product Type- Ring Serial Number- DJ**** Accompanied By...
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Cartier Nigeria 18k Yellow Gold 5.0ct Diamond Bombé Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
Here is an extremely appealing statement ring in luxurious yellow gold, shaped like a bomb but dressed with glitter. The 8mm thick tiered band has a wide, curving top covered with pa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Cartier 1895 Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Solitare Ring Size 51
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Keep it classic and exquisite with this gorgeous Cartier ring. Crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with a brilliant solitaire, this ring boasts of excellent distinctiveness and artisa...
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2010s Italian Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Cartier Etincelle De Cartier Diamond White Gold Band Ring
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Etincelle De Cartier Band Ring by Cartier. With 59 Round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color total weight approximately 1.33ct This ring comes with ...
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2010s French Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Cartier White Gold Diamond & Ceramic Love Ring Size 51 B4207600
Located in London, GB
An 18k white gold diamond Love ring by Cartier. The ring features the iconic Cartier screws featuring a ceramic inlay and has 66 pave set,...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Diamond Set 18ct Yellow Gold Maillon Ring
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier Diamond Set 18ct Yellow Gold Maillon Ring Brand Cartier Model Maillon Ring Product Type Ring Serial Number 84*** Age Circa 2000 Accompanied By C...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Cartier Maillon Panthere Full Diamond 18k Yellow Gold 3 Row Ring
Located in New York, NY
This authentic Cartier band from the iconic Maillon Panthere collection features 3 rows of links crafted in 18k yellow gold links and fully pave-set with brilliant-cut round D-E-F VV...
Category

Early 2000s Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Cartier La Calda Panthère Panther Diamond Emerald Onyx Cocktail Ring White Gold
Located in Lisbon, PT
A rare Cartier Panthere diamond, emerald and onyx cocktail ring in 18kt white gold, France, 2000s, with maker’s box and outer box. In the Maison’s iconic motif and designed as an ope...
Category

Early 2000s French Contemporary Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Rose Gold Pave Diamond Wedding Love Ring B4085800
Located in London, GB
An 18k rose gold Cartier diamond pave ring from the Love collection. The ring comprises of the iconic screw motifs displayed around the outer edges with 88 round brilliant cut diamon...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier White Gold Full Pave Diamond Juste Un Clou Ring B4211100
Located in London, GB
An 18k white gold double Juste Un Clou ring by Cartier. The ring is in the style of a nail wrapping around the finger, set with round brillia...
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21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Meli Melo Chalcedony Tourmaline Garnet Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Holland, PA
Platinum Meli Melo Diamond Aquamarine Tourmaline Garnet Chalcedony Ring by Cartier. With 3 round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color total weight approx .20 ctw 1 tear-shap...
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Early 2000s French Diamond Rings

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, Garnet, Tourmaline, Platinum

Cartier Platinum 0.51 Carat Round Cut Diamond Ballerine Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier diamond engagement ring from the Ballerine collection is a stunning piece of jewelry crafted from platinum and mounted with a 0.51ct ro...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Diamond Accent 18ct White Gold Tank Française Ring
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier Diamond Accent 18ct White Gold Tank Française Ring Brand Cartier Model Tank Française Ring Product Type Ring Serial Number 19*** Age Ci...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Étincelle De Cartier Diamond Pink Sapphire Rose Gold Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous authentic ring the Étincelle de CARTIER collection is crafted in 18k rose gold and set with brilliant-cut round diamonds and round faceted pink sapphires. Made in Franc...
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Early 2000s Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Rose Gold

Cartier Paris Jeton Sauvage Cocktail Ring 18Kt Yellow Gold with 3.18 Ctw Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
Cocktail ring designed by Cartier. A estatement bold piece created by the house of Cartier in Paris France. This Jeton Sauvage cocktail ring is part of the popular collection named ...
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Late 20th Century French Modern Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Anniversary Ring in 18k White Gold DEF VVS 0.09 CTW
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Anniversary Ring in 18k White Gold DEF VVS 0.09 CTW PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 115405 Listing Title: Cartier Anniversary Ring in 18k White ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Nigeria Diamond Sapphire Ring
Located in New York, NY
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Nigeria Diamond Sapphire Ring. Diamond and sapphire 'Nigeria' ring, Cartier, France. The band ring set with round diamonds weighing approximately 5.60 carats...
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20th Century French Modern Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Double Panther Lakarda Emerald Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Double Panther Diamond Ring by Cartier. Rare piece, part of Cartier's "Panthere" collection. This ring is unavailable to purchase at any US Cartier...
Category

Early 2000s French Diamond Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Gold

Cartier 18K White Gold Lakarda Double Panthere Head Paved Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Panthere Ring, with double Lakarda diamond panthers facing each other. The Panthere de Cartier ring, made in 18K white gold, set with 356 brilliant-cut diamonds, totaling 5.0...
Category

20th Century French Modern Diamond Rings

Materials

Emerald, Onyx, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier 18 Carat White Gold and Round Brilliant Diamond Dress Ring, circa 2000
Located in London, GB
An 18ct white gold and diamond dress ring by Cartier, c.2000s, the wide band ring of undulating wave form pavé set throughout the front with round brilliant cut diamonds estimated to...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Diamond Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Diamond Rings for Sale on 1stDibs

Even as jewelry trends have come and gone, antique diamond rings are a classic fashion piece.

While solitaire diamond rings are enduringly popular as an engagement ring style, a vintage diamond ring in general — whether it’s a diamond cocktail ring, a diamond three-stone ring or other iteration — makes a fantastic addition to any outfit with a variety of shapes and settings to explore. Statistics show that diamonds are the most common gemstones for engagement rings, preferred by 87 percent of people. And old diamonds have become a gem of choice for millennials — for many jewelry lovers, designs set with diamonds that were cut by hand decades ago are rapidly gaining in popularity. 

Thousands of gem cutters worked in the city to process the diamonds that streamed in after the 1867 discovery of the Kimberley Mine, in South Africa. The way they hand cut and shaped the stones was distinctly different from what modern lapidaries do. 

“The best old diamonds have high crowns [the top section of the stone] that release a spectrum of colors,” says Guy Burton, bespoke director at the esteemed vintage jeweler Hancocks, in London. “Some really nice Late Victorian gems are chunky, and there were really beautiful Asscher cuts done during the 1930s that display amazing angles a gem cutter would not work in today.” Late Victorian-era diamond rings are considered antique, while an Asscher cut is a step cut that was popularized during the Art Deco era. Other popular Art Deco step cuts include the emerald cut and the baguette cut. (While there are many different gemstone cuts, the main categories of cuts are brilliant, step and mixed.)

The Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal. 

The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade, cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

Shop an extraordinary collection of antique and vintage diamond rings on 1stDibs. And explore our buying guides for a close look at antique engagement rings, Art Deco engagement rings and vintage engagement rings

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