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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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Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Emerald and Rose Diamond Ring, Circa 1880
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Emerald Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Circa 1880 An elegant late Victorian ring crafted in 18ct yellow gold, centring a vibrant emerald of approximately 1.20 carats. The cushion-...
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Gold, Edwardian Diamond Daisy Ring, Circa 1910
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Daisy Ring 18ct Gold Circa 1910 Introducing a stunning Edwardian diamond daisy ring, crafted from 18ct yellow gold and platinum. The ring features a beautiful dai...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

18K Rose Gold 0.73ct Mahenge Pink Spinel Sleek Bezel Set Solitaire Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
For those who loves all pink! A luminous celebration of color and craftsmanship, this solitaire ring features a vivid Mahenge pink spinel—renowned for its rare saturation and natura...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Engagement Rings

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Spinel, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18ct Gold, Sapphire Diamond Daisy Star Cluster Ring, Hallmarked Chester 1910
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Daisy Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked Chester 1910 This exquisite 18ct gold Edwardian cluster ring showcases a stunning design, featuring six natural sapphires elegantly...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique 18ct White Gold Platinum Edwardian Peridot Diamond Halo Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Peridot Ring 18ct White Gold & Platinum Circa 1910 Step back in time with this stunning Edwardian cluster ring, featuring a magnificent peridot centre stone that captures...
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Early 20th Century European Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Antique 18ct Yellow Gold Platinum, Edwardian era Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Emerald Ring 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum Circa 1910 Step into the elegance of the Edwardian era with this exquisite 18ct gold ring. At its heart lies a stunning square-cut...
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Early 20th Century European Edwardian Engagement Rings

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

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