Rooted in centuries of history of adornment dating back to the ancient world, modern jewelry reimagines traditional techniques, forms and materials for expressive new pieces. As opposed to contemporary jewelry, which responds to the moment in which it was created, modern jewelry often describes designs from the 20th to 21st centuries that reflect movements and trends in visual culture.
Modern jewelry emerged from the 19th-century shift away from jewelry indicating rank or social status. The Industrial Revolution allowed machine-made jewelry using electric gold plating, metal alloys and imitation stones, making beautiful jewelry widely accessible. Although mass production deemphasized the materials of the jewelry, the vision of the designer remained important, something that would be furthered in the 1960s with what’s known as the “critique of preciousness.”
A design fair called the “Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes” brought global attention to the Art Deco style in 1925 and gathered a mix of jewelry artists alongside master jewelers like Van Cleef & Arpels, Mauboussin and Boucheron. Art Deco designs from Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels unconventionally mixed gemstones like placing rock crystals next to diamonds while borrowing motifs from eclectic sources including Asian lacquer and Persian carpets. Among Cartier’s foremost design preoccupations at the time were high-contrast color combinations and crisp, geometric forms and patterns. In the early 20th century, modernist jewelers like Margaret De Patta and artists such as Alexander Calder — who is better known for his kinetic sculptures than his provocative jewelry — explored sculptural metalwork in which geometric shapes and lines were preferred over elaborate ornamentation.
Many of the innovations in modern jewelry were propelled by women designers such as Wendy Ramshaw, who used paper to craft her accessories in the 1960s. During the 1970s, Elsa Peretti created day-to-night pieces for Tiffany & Co. while designers like Lea Stein experimented with layering plastic, a material that had been employed in jewelry since the mid-19th century and had expanded into Bakelite, acrylics and other unique materials.
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Ruby solitaire ring for men silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
SIlver, Gold Round Cabochon Ruby Ring For Men's. Mens Solitaire Ruby Ring. Round Cut Ruby Ring. Metal: 925 silver plus 14k gold plating over Weight: 6 gr depends from size 1 piece (...
Ruby, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$625Sale Price / item|35% Off
Emerald solitaire ring for men silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
SIlver, Gold Round Emerald Ring For Men's. Mens Solitaire Emerald Ring. Round Cut Emerald Ring. Metal: 925 silver plus 14k gold plating over Weight: 6 gr depends from size 1 piece (...
Emerald, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
18K White Gold and Diamond Large Vine Earrings by Rina Limor
By Rina Limor
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Elegant and sculptural, these 18K White Gold Large Vine Earrings by Rina Limor showcase a graceful, nature-inspired design with a luminous modern edge. Crafted in polished 18K white ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Earrings with pink opal and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.30ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold earrings set with pink opal and brilliant cut diamonds. 0.30 ct - G/H - VS/SI detailed description the size of the earring is 2.8 cm long by 8.0 mm wide weight: 3....
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Green Jade & Ruby & Color Diamond Earrings, 18K Rose Gold, Austy Lee
By Austy Lee
Located in Hong Kong, HK
An extraordinary creation from the Ikhor Collection, the Byzantine Violin Flame Earrings by Austy Lee embody the artistry of high jewellery, where musical elegance meets sculptural b...
Diamond, Jade, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Rhodium
Angela Caputi Pink and Gold Resin Dangle Flamenco Floral Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
These stunning Angela Caputi, made-in-Italy, resin clip-on earrings feature an important dangling design with wavy-shaped floral elements. The pieces boast antique rose, gold, turquo...
Vintage Platinum & 1.05 Ct. Diamond Eternity Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage eternity band ring. In platinum. With 30 channel set round single cut diamonds (1.05 TCW ±) set around the circumference. Accompanied by a GEMLAB (Gemological Appr...
Diamond, Platinum
Natural Opal Diamond Ring Enamel Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Wide Cigar Band Sz 7
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish natural opal & diamond ring (circa 1980s) crafted in 18k white gold. Natural opal measures 10mm x 7mm. 28 diamonds total an estimated 0.14 carats (estimated at I-J colo...
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$529Sale Price / item|44% Off
Sapphire solitaire ring for men silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
SIlver, Gold Round Sapphire Ring For Men's. Mens Solitaire Sapphire Ring. Round Cut Sapphire Ring. Metal: 925 silver plus 14k gold plating over...
Sapphire, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$1,202Sale Price / item|50% Off
Octagon citrine ring for men in 14k gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
14K Solid Gold Round Citrine Ring For Men's. Mens Solid Gold Citrine Ring. Citrine Cut Solitaire Ring. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 4 gr depends from size 1 piece (central stone) - citri...
Citrine, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$529Sale Price / item|44% Off
Topaz solitaire ring for men silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
SIlver, Gold Round Topaz Ring For Men's. Mens Solitaire Topaz Ring. Emerald Cut Topaz Ring. Metal: 925 silver plus 14k gold plating over Weigh...
Topaz, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$901Sale Price / item|50% Off
Oval cab pink quarz ring in 14k gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Oval cab pink quartz ring in 14k gold. Floral design ring with pink quartz. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 3 gr depends from size 1 piece (central stone) - quartz 8x6 mm, oval cab cut, pi...
Quartz, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Monique Vedie Line Vautrin Student Green Talosel Stud Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
These stunning Monique Vedie (1924-2021) Resin or Talosel clip-on earrings feature a charming round domed stud shape with a carved, striped design, complemented by a beautiful transl...
$1,202Sale Price / item|50% Off
Octagon peridot ring for men in 14k gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
14K Solid Gold Round Peridot Ring For Men's. Mens Solid Gold Peridot Ring. Peridot Cut Solitaire Ring. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 4 gr depends from size 1 piece (central stone) - perid...
Peridot, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$529Sale Price / item|44% Off
Oval Bezel Black Opal Ring for Men silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Signet Ring with Black Opal Cabochon for Men silver, gold. Oval Solitaire Ring. Minimalist Luxury Pinky Ring. Vintage Style Signet Ring for Men with Oval Black Opal. Oval Pinky Ring ...
Black Opal, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Monique Vedie Line Vautrin Student Green Talosel and Mirror Floral Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
These stunning Monique Vedie (1924-2021) Resin or Talosel clip-on earrings feature a stylized geometric flower shape with a carved, dimensional design, complemented by a beautiful li...
Emerald and White Zircon Heart Ring Sterling Silver Size 8
Located in Webster, SD
This beautiful estate ring is sterling silver. It features a genuine, untreated, oval cut, 6x8mm emerald accented by tiny round white zircons. The band is decorated with hearts in a ...
Emerald, Zircon, Sterling Silver
18k White Gold Pearl and Diamond Ring, 1.00 ct, Size US 6.5
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold ring with pearl and brilliant-cut and taper-cut diamonds, totaling approximately 1.00 ct F/G - VS/SI - ring size US 6.5 - EU 17 (53) Detailed description: The top of...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
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Watch Band Shaped Ring with peridot for Men, silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Watch Band Shaped Ring with peridot for Men, silver, gold. Men’s Peridot Watch Band Ring, Gold Plated Silver Statement Ring, Bold Square Solitaire Ring for Him, Modern Masculine Enga...
Peridot, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$432Sale Price / item|55% Off
Amethyst 12 MM Huggie Earrings, Micro Pave Hoop Earrings
Located in Istanbul, TR
Amethyst 12 MM Huggie Earrings, purple gemstones Micro Pave Hoop Earrings, Small huggy earrings. Metal: silver 925 plus 14k gold plating over Earring size: The Inner diameter of Ear...
Amethyst, Gold Plate, Silver
Francoise Montague Pearl, Crystal and Gold Lolita Earrings
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
The iconic earring style from Francoise Montague in gold, pearls, and Swarovski crystals. These clip earrings dance as you move and are universally flattering. A must-have addition t...
Crystal, Pearl, Gold
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Vintage style opal earrings silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Vintage style opal earrings silver, gold. Dangle opal earrings. Cocktail earrings with opals. Weight: 5 gr Metal: silver 925 plus 14k gold plating over Central gemstone: opal, oval ...
Opal, Topaz, Gold Plate, Silver
Harriet Bauknight for Kaso Massive Multicolor Acrylic Resin Dangle Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Harriet Bauknight created these rare, stunning chandelier Lucite clip-on earrings for Kaso in the 1980s. These extravagant dangling acrylic pieces feature a dimensional shape with ge...
$432Sale Price / item|55% Off
Freshwater 12 MM Huggie Earrings, Micro Pave Hoop Earrings
Located in Istanbul, TR
Freshwater pearl 12 MM Huggie Earrings, white Freshwater pearl Micro Pave Hoop Earrings, Small huggy earrings. Metal: silver 925 plus 14k gold plating over Earring size: The Inner d...
Freshwater Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver
18K Gold Natural Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Hoop Earrings
Located in Hong Kong, HK
These delicate hoop earrings feature rare Natural Sleeping Beauty Turquoise from Arizona’s now-closed Sleeping Beauty mine, celebrated for its pure, vibrant robin's egg blue color wi...
Turquoise, 18k Gold
$529Sale Price / item|44% Off
Amethyst solitaire ring for men silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
SIlver, Gold Round Amethyst Ring For Men's. Mens Solitaire Amethyst Ring. Emerald Cut Amethyst Ring. Metal: 925 silver plus 14k gold plating over Weight: 4 gr depends from size 1 pi...
Amethyst, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$584Sale Price / item|40% Off
Vintage inspired green onyx and Colorless Topaz Drop Earrings silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Vintage style green onyx earrings silver, gold. Dangle green onyx earrings. Cocktail earrings with green onyx, Silver Gold-Plated Drop Earrings with green onyx and Topaz. Elegant vi...
Onyx, Topaz, Gold Plate, Silver
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Marquise sapphire vintage style 14k gold ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Vintage style 14k gold ring. Marquise sapphire and moissanites 14k gold ring. Genuine sapphire ring. Blue sapphire ring. Old style engagement ring. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 2.8 gr d...
Sapphire, 14k Gold
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Pear emerald and pearl 14k gold ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Emerald engagement ring. Pear emerald ring. Emerald vintage style ring. Wedding gold ring with emerald. Metal type: Gold Metal stamp: 14k Gold Weight: 2.5 gr. depends from size. Ce...
Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
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Toi et Moi Gemstone Ring: Heart Garnet and Topaz
Located in Istanbul, TR
Toi et Moi Gemstone Ring: Heart Garnet and Topaz. Toi et Moi Gemstone Ring: Garnet and Topaz Perfect "You n I" Gold Birthmonth gemstones ring. Metal: 925 silver + 14k yellow gold p...
Garnet, Topaz, Gold Plate, Silver
70s Vintage Diamond Cube Ring Onyx Enamel Sz 7 Platinum Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage diamond cube ring crafted in 900 platinum (circa 1970s). Round brilliant cut diamonds total an estimated 0.75 carats (estimated at I-J color and SI1-I1 clarity). ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Platinum, Enamel
$432Sale Price / item|55% Off
Citrine 12 MM Huggie Earrings, Micro Pave Hoop Earrings
Located in Istanbul, TR
Citrine 12 MM Huggie Earrings, blue gemstones Micro Pave Hoop Earrings, Small huggy earrings. Metal: silver 925 plus 14k gold plating over Earring size: The Inner diameter of Earrin...
Citrine, Gold Plate, Silver
Necklace and pendant with pearl and single cut diamonds up to 0.19ct 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k rose gold necklace with pendant set with pearl and single-cut diamond 0.20 ct - F/G - VS/SI - 45 cm long Detailed description: The necklace is 45 cm long and 0.7 mm wide. The ...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
$535Sale Price / item|44% Off
Octagon Garnet Ring Silver, Gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Octagon Garnet Ring Silver, Gold. Red Enamel Geometric Ring. Art Deco Cocktail Ring Metal: 925 silver + 14k gold plating over Weight: 4.5 gr depends from size 1 piece (central stone...
Garnet, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
18k Yellow Gold Chain Necklace, 45cm Long, 12g, Excellent Condition
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold necklace - 45 cm long detailed description: necklace is 45 cm long and 1.7 mm wide total weight: 12.0 grams hallmark present and tested for gold content necklace...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Toi et Moi Gemstone Ring: Heart Citrine and Amethyst
Located in Istanbul, TR
Toi et Moi Gemstone Ring: Heart Citrine and Amethyst. Toi et Moi Gemstone Ring: Citrine and Amethyst Perfect "You n I" Gold Birthmonth gemstones ring. Metal: 925 silver + 14k yello...
Amethyst, Citrine, Gold Plate, Silver
Vintage 1980s 10K Yellow Gold Peridot Solitaire Ring Size 7
Located in Webster, SD
This beautiful, unique 1980s ring is 10k yellow gold. It features an oval cut, 8x10mm peridot gemstone. The face of this ring measures 1/2 of an inch north to south with a rise of 7m...
Peridot, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
Earrings with jade and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.22ct 18k pink gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k rose gold earrings set with jade and brilliant-cut diamonds up to 0.22 ct – F/G – VS/SI Detailed description: The earrings are 2.3 cm long and 1.0 cm wide. Total weight: 4.2 g...
Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold
$529Sale Price / item|44% Off
Octagon Amethyst Ring Silver, Gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Octagon Amethyst Ring Silver, Gold. Black Enamel Geometric Ring. Art Deco Cocktail Ring Metal: 925 silver + 14k gold plating over Weight: 4.5 gr depends from size 1 piece (central ...
Amethyst, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Set in 18K Gold, 10.84 carat Tanzanite, Mozambique Ruby & Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Tanzanite & Ruby Engagement Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Tanzanite is 10.84 carats. The Tanz...
Diamond, Ruby, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
E.HABAN 18k gold lock with brilliant cut diamonds up to 1.00ct on pearl necklace
Located in The Hague, ZH
E. HABAN 18k white gold clasp set with brilliant-cut diamonds up to 1.00 ct – F/G – VS/SI – on a pearl necklace – 55 cm long Detailed description The necklace is 55 cm long and 7.6...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
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Citrine solitaire ring for men silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
SIlver, Gold Round Citrine Ring For Men's. Mens Solitaire Citrine Ring. Emerald Cut Citrine Ring. Metal: 925 silver plus 14k gold plating over Weight: 4 gr depends from size 1 piece...
Citrine, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
2.90ct Ceylon No Heat Sapphire Ring CERT 18k Gold Sz 6.25 Wide Band Vintage
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish natural Ceylon (no heat) sapphire ring crafted in 18k yellow gold (circa 1980s). Natural sapphire measuring approx. 10.0 x 7.0 x 4.8mm (approx. 2.90ct). The sapphire is in ...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Miu Miu Turquoise and Yellow Acrylic Jeweled Bracelet Bangle with Apple Charm
By Miu Miu
Located in Atlanta, GA
This Miu Miu Italy acrylic jeweled bracelet is a cute bangle with a charm. Carved from a transparent acrylic or Lucite material, the piece is paved with crystal rhinestones all aroun...
Vintage Italian Mid-Century 18K Yellow Gold Cable Link Necklace 19.5 Inches Long
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This is a perfect example of a fine, Italian made cable link necklace from the Mid-20th Century. The exquisite goldsmithing and heavy gauge 18K gold construction was done over 40 yea...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,082Sale Price / item|40% Off
Oval cab aquamarine ring in 14k gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Oval cab aquamarine ring in 14k gold. Floral design ring with aquamarine. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 3 gr depends from size 1 piece (central stone) -aquamarine 8x6 mm, oval cab cut, b...
Aquamarine, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,094Sale Price / item|65% Off
Flower design 14k gold engagement ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Flower design 14k gold engagement ring. 1 ct citrine gold ring. Casual citrine ring. Round citrine ring. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 2.5 gr depends from size 1 piece (central stone) - c...
Citrine, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Monique Vedie, Line Vautrin Student Resin Clip Earrings Pistachio Flower
Located in Atlanta, GA
These lovely Monique Vedie resin or Talosel clip-on earrings feature a daisy-shaped design with a carved, dimensional design, complemented by a textured pattern in glittering pistach...
$535Sale Price / item|44% Off
Art Deco Style Garnet and Colorless Topaz Drop Earrings silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Vintage style garnet earrings silver, gold. Dangle garnet earrings. Cocktail earrings with garnets, Silver Gold-Plated Drop Earrings with Garnets and Topaz A striking pair of garnet...
Garnet, Topaz, Gold Plate, Silver
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Toi et Moi Gemstone Ring: Heart Citrine and Peridot
Located in Istanbul, TR
Toi et Moi Gemstone Ring: Heart Citrine and Peridot. Toi et Moi Gemstone Ring: Citrine and Peridot Perfect "You n I" Gold Birthmonth gemstones ring. Metal: 925 silver + 14k yellow ...
Citrine, Peridot, Gold Plate, Silver
Vintage Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Double Tear Drop Pendant
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed vintage silver pendant necklace. By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. From the 'Double Tear Drop' series. Consisting of a large tear drop pendant s...
Sterling Silver
Set in 18K Gold, Morganite, Multi Sapphires & Diamonds Cocktail Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Morganite & Multi Sapphires Cocktail Engagement Ring set in 18K Rose Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Morganite is 5.45 carats....
Diamond, Morganite, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
GIA Certified 2.50 Carat L VS2 Radiant Natural Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
GIA Certified 2.50 Carat L VS2 Radiant Natural Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring GIA report number: 6214295463 Metal: 14k yellow gold Weight: 3.25 grams Diamond: 2.50 carat L VS2 rad...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Solid White Gold Diamond Ring with Ruby
Located in Naples, NY
I ship all my products from the USA! Not my handwork! I'm selling my used CIRARI Ruby and Diamond ring! I bought it about 3 years ago on Gemshoping TV. At that time I wore white go...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Chaine d'Ancre Marine 24K Gold Plated Silver Sterling Necklace cm 45
Located in Rome, IT
Bold Chaine d'Ancre Marine 24K Gold Plated Silver Sterling Necklace Handcrafted in Italy, cm 45 in length. The Bold Chaîne d'Ancre Marine Necklace is handcrafted in Italy, made of 24...
24k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
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Oval cab garnet ring in 14k gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Oval cab garnet ring in 14k gold. Floral design ring with garnet. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 3 gr depends from size 1 piece (central stone) - garnet 8x6 mm, oval cab cut, red color. ...
Garnet, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
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Heart topaz ring in 14k gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Heart topaz ring in 14k gold. Heart shape engagement ring. 1ct heart topaz ring. Solitaire heart ring. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 3 gr depends from size...
Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
10K Yellow Gold 2.0 Cttw Invisible-Set Princess-Cut Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the timeless elegance of these exquisite stud earrings, masterfully crafted from luxurious 10K yellow gold. Each piece radiates sophistication with its square silhouette t...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Christian Dior Resin Acrylic Bracelet Bangle Pink and Glitter Abstract Pattern
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite Christian Dior bracelet bangle features an acrylic resin or Lucite statement piece with a neon hot-pink background and an abstract pattern in black, gray, and hot pink...
$1,442Sale Price / item|55% Off
Snake design 14k gold engagement Emerald ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Snake design 14k gold engagement ring. Marquise emerald gold ring. Open ended, adjustable emerald ring. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 2.5 gr depends from size 1 piece (central stone) - e...
Emerald, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold