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Creator: Diana M. Jewels
Gemstone: Diamond
Diana M. GIA FLYellow Diamond 25.88ct Cushion With 2 GIA Trapezoid Diamonds VS
Located in New York, NY
Platinum and 18 kt yellow gold engagement ring featuring a center (FLY SI2) 25.88 ct cushion cut yellow diamond(GIA# 6234074857-RADC1138) with 1.70 cts tw of trapezoid diamonds on ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Yellow Diamond, Platinum

Diana M. Vivid Diamond 23.88ct VS2 GIA With 2 trillants 1.56cts Set In Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Platinum and 18 kt yellow gold engagement ring featuring a center (FIY VS2) 23.88 ct Radiant cut yellow diamond(GIA# 5161984914) with 1.56 cts tw of trilliant diamonds on the sides
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

7.00 Carat Platinum Radiant cut Diamond Band
Located in New York, NY
Platinum diamond eternity band with radiant cut diamonds going all the way around. Total diamond weight is 7.00 carats. F-G in Color VS in clarity. 19 radiant cut diamonds, each ston...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Diamond Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Diana M. 2.01 GIA Certified E Color Vs1 Clarity
Located in New York, NY
18 karat white gold diamond engagement ring features 2.01 carat natural pear cut diamond E-VS1 in the center and surrounded by 0.38cts round diamonds on the side.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond

Diana M. 1.70ct Center Cushion Diamond H-Color VS2 Clarity Set In White Gold
Located in New York, NY
14kt Diamond engagement ring. This ring contains 1.70ct center cushion diamond H-color VS2 clarity set in a white gold halo design.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, White Gold

DIANA M. 11.40ct Carat Burma Ruby Certified by GRS Sounded by 1cts of diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 karat yellow gold, ring showcases a stunning 11.40 carat Burma ruby at its center, certified by GRS. surrounded by this magnificent ruby are 1.00 carats of dazzling white diamond...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Diana M. 10.03ct Diamond Emerlad Cut J Color SI2 Clarity GIA 100% Eye Clean
Located in New York, NY
Platinum custom emerald cut diamond ring. 10.03ct diamond color J clarity SI1 GIA certified set with .60cts tapered baguettes 100% eye clean size 6.5
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Diana M. GIA 5.04ct Emerald Cut Engagment Ring With 3.00ct Of Side Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in luxurious platinum, this enchanting engagement ring showcases a magnificent 5.04 carat emerald cut diamond at its center, graded as J color and SI1 clarity. The mesmerizin...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

13.61 Carat Engagement Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Platinum engagement ring featuring a 13.61 ct GIA certified (J-VVS2) emerald cut diamond(EMC473) with 1.00 cts of tapered baguette cut diamonds on each side
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Diana M. 21ct Vintage Aquamarine & Diamond Ring, Platinum No Heat Natural
Located in New York, NY
"This vintage platinum ring features a stunning 21-carat aquamarine center stone, complemented by 0.42 carats of sparkling diamonds. Its timeless design and luxurious materials make ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Retro Diamond Rings

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Diana M. Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond 23.88cts VS2 Set with 2cts Trillions GIA
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Platinum Fancy intese Yellow Diamond 25.88cts Adorned with 2 Trilliants on the Side GIA certified #5161984914 Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Yellow Diamond

Diana M. Rectangular Cushion Brilliant Diamond Ring 20cts G SI1 GIA
Located in New York, NY
Spectacular cushion brilliant diamond ring rectangular 20ct G SI1 with 1.20cts tapered baguettes on the sides GIA certified #14416706 s...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond

Diana M. 18 kt white gold emerald diamond ring featuring a 5.60 ct oval cut
Located in New York, NY
18 kt white gold emerald diamond ring featuring a 5.60 ct oval cut emerald with 2.60 cts tw of micropave round diamonds. Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry fo...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

Diana M. Platinum certified engagement ring with center diamond 4.30ct princess
Located in New York, NY
Platinum certified engagement ring with center diamond 4.30ct princess cut I-color VS1-Clarity GIA certified # 12220026 adorned with .60cts of baguettes Diana M. is a leading supplie...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

18 kt White Gold Diamond Fashion Ring adorned with 2.20 cts White&Black diamons
Located in New York, NY
18 kt white gold diamond fashion ring adorned with 2.20 cts tw of black and white diamonds in a spiral design going half way around
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diana M. Platinum sapphire and diamond ring an 11.98 ct unheated oval certified
Located in New York, NY
Platinum sapphire and diamond ring an 11.98 ct unheated oval certified natural Ceylon blue sapphire with 2 trillion cut diamonds on side totaling 1.27 cts certified C. DUNAIGRE D...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

24.03 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
The most exceptional diamond piece designed by Diana M. This Magnificent cushion cut brilliant diamond ring is the Highlight of the Diana M. Jewels Spring Collection, a 24.03 Carat ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Diana M. Emerald Diamond ring 12.53ct Emerald with 1.60cts of diamonds Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Platinum and 18 kt yellow gold emerald and diamond ring featuring a 12.53ct emerald F1/F2- with 1.60 cts tw of diamonds with step cut trapezoid in a halo setting Diana M. is a leadi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Diana M. 18kt wg sapphire ring set with 3.60ct sapphire and 1.00cts of diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18kt white gold sapphire ring set with 3.60ct sapphire and 1.00cts of diamonds in halo design. Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 years. Diana M i...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Diana M. 18 kt white gold pearl and diamond ring featuring a 16.00 mm pearl
Located in New York, NY
18 kt white gold pearl and diamond ring featuring a 16.00 mm pearl surrounded by 4.93 cts tw of pink and white diamonds in a flower design Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quali...
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21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Rings

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Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Diana M.18 kt yellow gold diamond and pearl ring featuring a 13.5 mm yellow pear
Located in New York, NY
18 kt yellow gold diamond and pearl ring featuring a 13.5 mm yellow pearl surrounded by 3.05 cts tw of round diamonds in a sun-like design. Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-qual...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Diana M.18 kt yellow gold link ring adorned with 5.50 cts tw of diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 kt yellow gold link ring adorned with 5.50 cts tw of diamonds in a spiral design Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 years. Diana M is one-stop...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Diana M. 18 kt white gold diamond and pearl ring featuring a yellow and a black
Located in New York, NY
18 kt white gold diamond and pearl ring featuring a yellow and a black 11.6-11.9 mm pearl at the ends of a ring adorned with 4.32 cts tw of round diamonds. Diana M. is a leading supp...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Diana M. Platinum eternity band features 13.12 cts OF cushion cut diamonds FG
Located in New York, NY
Platinum eternity band features 13.12 cts OF cushion cut diamonds FG color VVS/Vs clarity (13 stones) Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 years. Di...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Diana M. Platinum diamond band adorned with rows of marquise, baguette 4.25cts
Located in New York, NY
Platinum diamond band adorned with rows of marquise cut, baguette cut, and round diamonds going half way around totaling 4.25 cts of diamonds Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-qu...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Diana M. 18 kt rose gold diamond fashion ring containing 8.14 cts tw of diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 kt rose gold diamond fashion ring containing 8.14 cts tw of diamonds Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 years. Diana M is one-stop shop for all...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, Rose Gold

Diana M .18kt wg diamond ring flower design with 6.53cts yellow sliced diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 kt white gold diamond ring featuring a flower design created by 6.53 cts tw of yellow and white rough cut sliced diamonds Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelr...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Diana M. PLATINUM ETERNITY BAND WITH 18 EMERALD CUT DIAMONDS RING, WIEGHING
Located in New York, NY
PLATINUM ETERNITY BAND WITH 18 EMERALD CUT DIAMONDS RING, WIEGHING 9.16CTS E-F COLOR VVS-VS CLARITY, SIZE 5.75 Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Diana M. 18kt white gold all the way around diamond eternity band feature 4.55ct
Located in New York, NY
18kt white gold all the way around diamond eternity band feature 4. 55ct of round diamonds. Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 years. Diana M is ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, White Gold

Diana M. platinum two row diamond etarnity band features 11.71 crt
Located in New York, NY
Platinum two row diamond etarnity band features 11.71 crt of round brilliant cut diamonds. Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 years. Diana M is o...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Diana M. PLATINUM EMERALD CUT DIAMONDS ETERNITY BAND, FEATURES 11.34CTS
Located in New York, NY
PLATINUM EMERALD CUT DIAMONDS ETERNITY BAND, FEATURES 11.34CTS OF TOTAL WEIGHT OF DIAMONDS. Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 years. Diana M is o...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Diana M. PLATINUM WENDDING BAND 18 STONES TOTAL 6.15CTS OVAL SHAPE DIAMONDS
Located in New York, NY
PLATINUM WENDDING BAND 18 STONES TOTAL 6.15CTS OVAL SHAPE DIAMONDS Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 years. Diana M is o...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Diana M. Platinum three rows asscher cut diamond band feture 14.00ct
Located in New York, NY
Platinum three rows D,E,F- VVS-VS asscher cut diamond band, feture 14.00ct total weight of assher diamonds. Diana M. is a leading supplier of to...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Diana M. platinum diamond channel set eternity band all the way around features
Located in New York, NY
Platinum diamond channel set eternity band all the way around features 7.20ct of princess cut diamonds Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 years....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Diana M. PLATINUM WITH 19 EMERALD CUT DIAMONDS RING, WIEGHING 6.40CTS
Located in New York, NY
PLATINUM WITH 19 EMERALD CUT DIAMONDS RING, WIEGHING 6.40CTS, Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 years. Diana M is one-stop shop for all your je...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Diana M. PLATINUM HALF WAY AROUND DIAMOND ETERNITY BAND, FEATURES 3.61CT
Located in New York, NY
PLATINUM HALF WAY AROUND DIAMOND ETERNITY BAND, FEATURES 3.61CT OF 5 ROUND DIAMONDS. Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 years. Diana M is one-stop...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Diana M.PLATINUM ETERNITY BAND WITH 12.00CTS OR ROUND DIAMONDS
Located in New York, NY
PLATINUM ETERNITY BAND WITH 12.00CTS OR ROUND DIAMONDS Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 years. Diana M is one-stop shop for all your jewelry sho...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, White Gold

Diana M. 18KT WHITE GOLD WEDDING BAND TOTAL 2.70CTS DIAMONDS
Located in New York, NY
18KT WHITE GOLD WEDDING BAND TOTAL 2.70CTS DIAMONDS (1.10CTS ROUND DIAMONDS 9 STONES AND 1.60CTS BUGGETE SHAPE DIAMONDS 11 STONES) Diana M...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, White Gold

Diana M.18k WG with 18 emerald cut diamonds weighing 9.05cts G-H color and VVS
Located in New York, NY
18k white gold With 18 emerald cut diamondsDiana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 years. Diana M is one-stop shop for all your jewelry shopping, carr...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diana M. 18 kt White Gold Diamond Weddinh eternity band Threee row features 13ct
Located in New York, NY
18 kt White Gold Diamond Weddinh eternity band Threee row features 13ct total weight of round diamond. Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 years. D...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, White Gold

Diana M. platinum eternity band with halo setting features 12.06 ct of 24 round
Located in New York, NY
Platinum eternity band with halo setting features 12.06 ct of 24 round diamonds and 1.ct of micropave round diamonds. Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for o...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Diana M. 18KT WHITE GOLD WEDDING BAND 3.65CTS EMERALD CUT DIAMONDS, 25STONE
Located in New York, NY
18KT WHITE GOLD WEDDING BAND 3.65CTS EMERALD CUT DIAMONDS, 25STONE Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Emerald, Diamond, White Gold

Diana M. 18k white gold with 17 radiant shape diamonds, weighing 8.80cts F-G
Located in New York, NY
18k WHITE GOLD With 17 radiant shape diamonds, weighing 8.80cts F-G color and VVS-VS Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 years. Diana M is one-stop...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, White Gold

Diana M. PLATINUM DIAMOND TWO ROWS ETERNITY BAND WITH 13.00CT OF 26 ROUND
Located in New York, NY
Platinum diamond two rows etetnity band with 13.00ct of 26 round diamonds set with 1.45ct of micropave round diamonds all around. Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Diana M. platinum etarnity band all the way around features 9.30ct
Located in New York, NY
Platinum etarnity band all the way around features 9.30ct of round diamonds Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 years. Diana M is one-stop shop fo...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Diana M.18KT WHITE GOLD ALL THE WAY AROUND ETERNITY DIAMOND BAND, FEATURE 8.43CT
Located in New York, NY
18KT WHITE GOLD ALL THE WAY AROUND ETERNITY DIAMOND BAND, FEATURE 8.43CT OF 12 ROUND DIAMONDS SURROUNDED BY 1.70CTS OF MICROPAVE ROUND DIAMONDS. Diana M. is a leading supplier of top...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, White Gold

Diana M. 18KT WHITE GOLD ETERNITY BAND, 6.61CTS DIAMONDS (TCW)
Located in New York, NY
18KT WHITE GOLD ETERNITY BAND, 6.61CTS DIAMONDS (TCW) Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 years. Diana M is one-stop shop for all your jewelry shop...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, White Gold

Diana m. Platinum diamond eternity band features 11.25ct of 15 asscher cut
Located in New York, NY
Platinum diamond eternity band features 11.25ct of 15 asscher cut diamonds. Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 years. Di...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Diana M. 5.25 CT ROUND DIA BAND IN BAR SETTING IN PLATINUM (G-H VS DIA. QUALITY)
Located in New York, NY
5.25 CT ROUND DIA BAND IN BAR SETTING IN PLATINUM Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 years. Diana M is one-stop shop f...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Diana M. 18kt white gold all the way around diamond weddings band feature 6.60ct
Located in New York, NY
18kt white gold all the way around diamond weddings band feature 6.60ct 13 stones. Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 years. Diana M is one-stop s...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, White Gold

Diana M. 18KT Diamond anniversary band with 9.15ct of two rows of round diamond
Located in New York, NY
18KT Diamond anniversary band with 9.15ct of two rows of round diamonds surrounded by microupave round diamonds. Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for ov...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, White Gold

Diana M.18 karat white gold wedding band features 4.00 cts
Located in New York, NY
18 karat white gold wedding band features 4.00 cts total of round brilliant and baguette cut diamonds. Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 years. D...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, White Gold

Diana M. 18KT WHITE GOLD WEDDING BAND 5.00CTS EMERALD CUT DIAMONDS, 21STONE
Located in New York, NY
18KT WHITE GOLD WEDDING BAND 5.00CTS EMERALD CUT DIAMONDS, 21STONE Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

Diana M. Platinum asscher cut diamonds VVSVS def eternity wedding band with 8.85
Located in New York, NY
Platinum asscher cut diamonds VVSVS def eternity wedding band with 8.85ct of diamonds total weight Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 years. Dia...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Diana M. 18KT TWO TONE GOLD YELLOW DIAMONDS WITH HALO OVAL BAND.
Located in New York, NY
18KT TWO TONE GOLD YELLOW DIAMONDS HALO OVAL BAND. THIS BAND CONTAINS 7.71CTS DIAMONDS OVAL SHAPE YELLOW DIAMONDS AND 1.80CTS OF DIAMOND AROUND. Diana M. is a leading supplier of top...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Yellow Diamond, Gold

Diana M.18K WHITE GOLD DIAMOND DOUBLE ROW ASSCHER CUT WEDDING BAND FEATURES 8.83
Located in New York, NY
18K White gold diamond double row asscher cut wedding band featires 8.83 carats of diamonds color from def clarity VVS, 36 stones. Diana M....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, White Gold

Diana M. PLATINUM 17 EMERALD CUT DIAMONDS TOTAL WEIGHING 8.74CTS D-E-F VVS-VS
Located in New York, NY
PLATINUM 17 EMERALD CUT DIAMONDS, TOTAL WEIGHING 8.74CTS D-E-F VVS-VS COLOR GIA CERTIFICATES Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 years. Diana M is...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Diana M. PLATINUM OVAL DIAMONDS ETERNITY BAND, FEATURES 13.09 CT OF TOTAL WEIGHT
Located in New York, NY
PLATINUM OVAL DIAMONDS ETERNITY BAND, FEATURES 13.09 CT OF TOTAL WEIGHT OF DIAMONDS. Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 years. Diana M is one-sto...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Diamond Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

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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