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Contemporary GIA Certified 1 Carat Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in London, England
rounds in total). Once on the finger the ring is extremely elegant. The additional diamonds in the band
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2010s British Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring Estate 14 Karat White Gold 3 Flower Mount Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
estimated 1 carat (estimated at H-I color and VS1-SI1 clarity). Size & Measurements: The ring is a size 7
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 1 Carat Diamond Eternity Ring Wide Band 14 Karat White Gold Estate Fine
Located in Torrance, CA
clarity). Size & Measurements: The ring is a size 7 1/4 (not sizable). The band measures 11mm wide (0.43
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Contemporary 32.5 Carat Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
special occasions! Measurements: The ring has a finger size 6.75, but could be resized slightly if
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21st Century and Contemporary Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Edwardian 1.40 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Filigree Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
engagement ring! The ring has a finger size 7.5 but it could easily be re-sized. The centerpiece measures
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Edwardian Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Natural Opal Diamond Ring Platinum Vintage Large Oval Cocktail Estate Jewelry 7
Located in Torrance, CA
& Measurements: The ring is a size 7 (sizable). The mount measures 25.5mm in length (1 inch) and 17mm wide (0.66
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Platinum

Mid Century GIA 3.06 Carats Marquise Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Mid Century GIA 3.06 Carats Marquise Cut Diamond Platinum Ring. Featuring one GIA marquise cut
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Vintage 1950s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, Platinum

0.03ctw Diamond Bypass Ring, 10k Yellow Gold, Ring Size 5.75
Located in McLeansville, NC
color, I1-2 clarity Ring Size 5.75 Rise Off Of Finger: 3.2 mm Length: 11.7 mm Weight: 1 dwts
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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.18 Carat Round Cut Diamond Vintage Engagement Ring, 900 Platinum
Located in Greensboro, NC
milgrain-outlined accent diamonds which grace the ring’s knife-edge band. This ring is a size 7, but it
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

2.89 Carat Round Diamond Anniversary Wedding Platinum Ring EGL, USA
Located in New York, NY
tappers from 2.24mm to 1.76mm on the bottom. Finger size 7 1/2, can be sized. FREE SIZING with purchase
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Vintage 1980s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco GIA 1.50 Carats Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
clarity. Crafted in platinum. Circa 1920. The ring is a size 7 1/4 and may be resized. About this Item
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

3.13 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Vs2 clarity. The ring is marked PLT. 18K and is a finger size 7, that can be sized. The shank
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2010s American Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco GIA 1.50 Carats Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco GIA 1.50 Carats Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Ring. Featuring one GIA emerald cut
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1ctw Diamond Dome Band Ring, 18k Yellow Gold, Ring Size 5.75
Located in McLeansville, NC
. Featuring 1 carat of dazzling diamonds in a bold dome design, this elegant ring is a statement piece that
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

H. Stern 18k Gold Cushion Citrine Solitaire 7 Diamond Sunrise Cocktail Ring
By H. Stern
Located in Montclair, NJ
.) Total Carat Weight: 12.64 (approx.) Material: 18k Solid Yellow Gold Weight: 16.64 Grams Ring Size: 7.0
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1990s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

H. Stern 18k Gold Cushion Citrine Solitaire 7 Diamond Sunrise Cocktail Ring
By H. Stern
Located in Montclair, NJ
.) Total Carat Weight: 12.64 (approx.) Material: 18k Solid Yellow Gold Weight: 16.64 Grams Ring Size: 7.0
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1990s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1ct Marquise Diamond Eternity Ring Sz 7 Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Band Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
cut diamonds total an estimated 1 carat (estimated at H-I color and VS2-SI2 clarity). The eternity
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Late 20th Century American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carrera y Carrera Origin Diamond Ring Sz 7 18k Yellow Gold Articulated Scrolled
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Torrance, CA
). Size & Measurements: The ring is a size 7 (sizable). The mount measures 1 1/4 inches in length and 1/2
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Edwardian 2.00 Total Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
of 7 but could easily be re-sized. The centerpiece rests slightly more than 1/8" above the finger
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Midcentury French GIA 4.09 Carats Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Mid Century French GIA 4.09 Carats Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum Ring. Featuring one GIA
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Vintage 1950s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

2.29 Carats Tsavorite Diamonds set in 18K White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
carats, it rests perfectly on the finger between two emerald cut diamonds that add brilliance to the ring
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21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.29 Carats Tsavorite Diamonds set in 18K White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
carats, it rests perfectly on the finger between two emerald cut diamonds that add brilliance to the ring
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21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.17 Carat Square Cushion Cut Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum
Located in Greensboro, NC
blue hue perfectly accentuated by six sparkling white diamond accents. This ring is a size 7, but it
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Edwardian AGL Certified 13.37 Carat Natural Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
more than 3/4" wide, about 7/8" tall, and rests 1/2" above the finger when worn. The graduating band
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum, 15k Gold

Aquamarine and Diamond Ring, 14 Karat White Gold Women s 3.00 Carat
Located in Greensboro, NC
accents which grace the ring’s elongated face and split shoulders. This ring is a size 7 - 7 1/4
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20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Engagement Ring, 14 Karat Yellow Gold Princess Cut 1.91 Carat
Located in Greensboro, NC
special touch to this gorgeous piece. This ring is a size 7 1/2 - 7 3/4. Please contact us for
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20th Century Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Diamond Five-Stone 18 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
. The diamond total is a whopping 2carat. The diamonds are G colour VVS. Ring Size: O 1/2 or 7 1/2
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Edwardian Diamond Five-Stone 18 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
gold. The diamond total 30pts and set in platinum. Ring Size: O 1/2 or 7 1/2 Width: 4mm Height Off
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Diamond Engagement Ring, 14 Karat White Gold Round Cut .82 Carat
Located in Greensboro, NC
down 1 size for a $25 fee. Once a ring is re-sized, we guarantee the work but we are unable to offer a
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Edwardian Diamond Five-Stone 18 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
18ct gold. The diamond total 50pts and set in platinum. Ring Size: N 1/2 or 7 Width: 4.5mm Height
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Edwardian Diamond Five-Stone 18 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
mine cut diamond total is 1.1carat. Ring Size: O 1/2 or 7 1/2 Width: 5.5mm Height Off Finger: 3.5mm
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

2 ctw Diamond Large Cluster Ring, 14k White Gold, Ring Size 6
Located in McLeansville, NC
clarity Ring Size 6 Rise Off Of Finger: 8.25 mm Length: 7/8 in. Weight: 4.3 dwts. / 6.6 grams
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21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

7.21 Carat Crystal Black Opal and Diamond Cluster Engagement Wedding Ring
Located in New York, NY
-KIND beauty! Finger size 7 1/2, we offer one FREE sizing with purchase. A very nice condition, minor
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Early 2000s Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Platinum

Diamond Halo Ring, 14 Karat Yellow Gold Round Brilliant .82 Carat
Located in Greensboro, NC
accents. This ring is a size 7, but it can be re-sized up 2 sizes for a $25 fee or down 1 size for a $20
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20th Century Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique GIA 1.0 Carat Old Mine Cushion Solitaire Diamond Wedding Ring
Located in New York, NY
measurements of the Diamond are 5.64-5.41x3.86 mm. Looks larger than it's size, almost 1 WHOLE carat look
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Star Sapphire and Diamond Ring, 14k White Gold, Ring Size 7.25
Located in McLeansville, NC
sophistication. Stones: - star sapphire, 1 stone - oval cab - 7.9 x 7 mm - diamonds, 6 stones
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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Star Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.05ctw Diamond Wedding Band, 14k White Gold, Ring Size 6.5, Stackable Ring
Located in McLeansville, NC
- approximately .05 carat - G-H color, VS2-SI2 clarity Ring Size 6.5 Rise Off Of Finger: 2.8 mm Width
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Early 2000s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.35ctw Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring, 14k White Gold, Ring Size 5
Located in McLeansville, NC
mm - approximately .25 total carats - F-G color, SI1-2 clarity Ring Size 5 Rise Off Of Finger
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.43ctw Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring, 14k White Gold, Ring Size 6.5
Located in McLeansville, NC
carats - F-G color, VS2-SI2 clarity *1 with minute chip Ring Size 6.5 Rise Off Of Finger: 8.3 mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.10 Carat Emerald and Diamond Ring, 14 Karat White Gold Halo
Located in Greensboro, NC
This ring is a size 7, but it can be re-sized up 1 size for a $50 fee. Once a ring is re-sized, we
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

French .60ctw Pear Opal Diamond Halo Engagement Ring, 14K Gold, Ring Size 5.25
Located in McLeansville, NC
clarity Ring Size 5.25 Rise Off Of Finger: 6.9 mm Length: 7/16 in. Weight: 1 dwts. / 1.5 grams Stamps
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Early 2000s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold

2.96 Carat European Cut Diamond Art Deco Engagement Ring, Platinum GIA Vintage
Located in Greensboro, NC
milgrain borders for added visual interest. This ring is a size 7 1/2. Please contact us for a quote on
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Platinum

.86 Carat Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, 14 Karat White Gold Pave
Located in Greensboro, NC
This ring is a size 7, but it can be re-sized up 3 sizes for a $30 fee per size or down 1 size for
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Edwardian 2.03 Carat Floral Filigree Diamond Engagement Ring GIA
Located in Montgomery, AL
Finger Size: 7 Sizable Upon Request Accented by the following gemstones 1 - 7.91mm X 8.00mm X 5.08mm Old
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

.92 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring, 14 Karat Gold Reddish Orange
Located in Greensboro, NC
that is accompanied by glittering white diamond accents set down the shoulders. This ring is a size 4
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Edwardian 1.90 Carat Floral Filigree Diamond Engagement Ring GIA
Located in Montgomery, AL
Finger Size: 7 Sizable Upon Request Accented by the following gemstones 1 - 7.69mm X 8.00mm X 4.90mm Old
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

2.57 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold GIA Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
ring is a size 7 1/4, but it can be re-sized up 2 sizes for a $25 fee or down 2 sizes for a $20 fee
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1ct Pave Diamond Ruby Dome Ring Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Sz 7 Band Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
ring is a size 7 (sizable). The band measures 8mm wide (0.31 inches) rising 8.5mm from the finger
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Inspired 2.43 Carats Sapphire Diamond Platinum Cluster Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1.00 carat, graded F color, VS clarity. Crafted in platinum. Circa 2022. The ring is a size 6 1/4 and
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2010s Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Kurt Wayne Emerald, Tsavorite Garnet, Diamond Bypass Ring, 18k Gold 2.98 Carat
Located in Greensboro, NC
. This ring is a size 7 1/2, but it can be re-sized up or down 1 size for a $30 fee. Once a ring is re
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20th Century Unknown Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Amethyst Pink Tourmaline Ring Diamond Trilogy Estate 18k White Gold Sz 7
Located in Torrance, CA
7mm x 5mm (estimated at 1 carat each - 2 carats total estimated weight). 44 diamonds total an
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.2 Carat Marquise Diamond Engagement Ring Set 14 Karat White Gold AD1701
Located in Osprey, FL
really good on the finger! It must be sold as a set. ♥ Ring size: US 7 (Free resizing) ♥ Ring width
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2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Le Vian Diamond Engagement Ring White Gold, 14 Karat Round 1.02 Carat Chocolate
By Le Vian
Located in Greensboro, NC
diamond accents and vanilla diamond accents. This ring is a size 7 1/4, but it can be re-sized up 2
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.73 Carat Old Cut Marquise Diamond Art Deco Ring, Platinum Vintage GIA VVS2
Located in Greensboro, NC
milgrain details. This ring is a size 6, but it can be re-sized up 1 size for a $100 fee or down 1
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Sapphire and Diamond Ring, 18 Karat White Gold Round Cut .74 Carat
Located in Greensboro, NC
adorning the sides of the band. This ring is a size 6 1/2 - 6 3/4, but it can be re-sized up 2 sizes for
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA 3.01 Carat Natural Tsavorite Cushion and Diamond 14 Karat Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
. Finger size 7 1/2 , can be re-sized. SOLID ring weight - 3.84 grams. Crafted in 14k yellow Gold ( stamped
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Early 2000s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tsavorite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Gold Diamond Ring and Wedding Bands, 14 Karat Round 1.50 Carat Blue Halo
Located in Greensboro, NC
These rings are a size 7, but they can be re-sized up 2 sizes for a $25 fee per ring or down 1 size
Category

20th Century Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Diamond, White Gold

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1 Carat Diamond Ring On Size 7 Finger For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact 1 carat diamond ring on size 7 finger you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, white gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 2794 vintage editions and 1371 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect 1 carat diamond ring on size 7 finger may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a 1 carat diamond ring on size 7 finger has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by M&V Vanguard Jewelry, Tiffany Co. and Le Vian are consistently popular. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also oval cut and old european cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for a 1 carat diamond ring on size 7 finger, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a 1 Carat Diamond Ring On Size 7 Finger?

The price for a 1 carat diamond ring on size 7 finger starts at $11 and tops out at $1,050,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $3,269.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, 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 (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). 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).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Finding the Right Rings for You

Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.

No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.

Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.

Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry

The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.

Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.