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What is the difference between a promise ring and an engagement ring?

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What is the difference between a promise ring and an engagement ring?
The difference between a promise ring and an engagement ring is what each type of jewelry symbolizes. An engagement ring represents a promise to marry, usually sometime relatively soon. Promise rings ordinarily mean that a couple would like to one day marry but isn't yet ready to become formally engaged. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of engagement rings and promise rings.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
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18ct Yellow Gold, Sapphire Diamond 3 Stone Carved Ring, Hallmarked London 1974
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Sapphire Diamond Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked London 1974 Makers Mark J P This exquisite 18ct yellow gold ring captures the elegance of the Edwardian era wh...
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Late 20th Century English Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18ct Gold 0.50 Carat Diamond Single Stone Engagement Ring Hallmarked London 1979
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Engagement Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked London 1979 Makers Mark F.D.P Step back in time with this exquisite vintage engagement ring from the 1970s, showcasing timele...
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Late 20th Century English Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique 18ct Yellow Gold Silver Set, Art Nouveau Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Art Nouveau Ring 18ct Rose Gold Silver Setting Circa 1920 Experience the elegance of a bygone era with this stunning Art Nouveau statement ring. It features an exqu...
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Diamond Toi et Moi Ring 18ct Gold Platinum Edwardian Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Toi et Moi Ring 18ct Gold Platinum Stamped Circa 1910 This beautiful 18ct gold and platinum ring boasts a timeless toi et moi style, featuring two stunning c...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

TIFFANY Co. Platinum .40ct Lucida Diamond Engagement Ring 4.75
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum .40ct Lucida Diamond Engagement Ring 4.75 Metal: Platinum Size: 4.75 Weight: 4.30 grams Diamond: Tiffany Lucida cut diamond, carat total weight .40, H color, ...
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2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

TIFFANY Co. Legacy Platinum Asscher Cut .56ct Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 5.5
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Legacy Platinum Asscher Cut .56ct Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 5.5 Metal: Platinum Size: 5.5 Center diamond: 1 Asscher cut diamond, carat total weight .56, H color, VS...
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2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

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