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Antique 3.30 Carat Old Mine Diamond Magnificent Cluster Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
cut diamonds totalling approx 2.20 Ct (G/H/I-VVS/SI) UK size: O 3/4 US size: 7 1/2 Measures: head is
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Antique Early 1800s Georgian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

18 Karat Gold Monan Black Kingdom 0.78 Carat Diamond Ring
By Monan
Located in Istanbul, TR
and 19 brilliant cut diamonds with the total weight of 0.27 carats. Finger size: 54 (Europe) = 7 (US
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2010s Turkish Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
ring is antique Circa 1900. A beautiful old cut Diamond which is original to the ring, which is SI 1 H
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Edwardian Diamond Solitaire Ring 18 Carat Plat, circa 1915
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This beautiful Edwardian solitaire Diamond ring in 18ct Yellow Gold and Platinum, Circa 1915 The
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Victorian Ruby Diamond Ring 18 Carat Gold, circa 1900
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
sparkling cushion of old cut Diamonds. The ring has lovely detail on each shoulder and is also known as the
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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Ruby Diamond Ring 18 Carat Gold, circa 1900
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
engagement ring. It looks stunning when worn! It weighs 2.9 grams Measures O 1/2 in the UK or 7 1/2 USA
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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Chanel Style Cultured Pearls Diamonds 18 Carats White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Paris, FR
approximate weight of the 42 diamonds : 0.42 carats Finger size : 55 1/2 (US size : 7 1/2) 18 carats white
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Early 2000s French Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mid Century French 3.00 Carat Emerald Diamond Gold Platinum Cluster Ring
Located in Theydon Bois, Essex
carat, with an estimated 1.10 carat of diamonds. Size – L 1/2 (UK) or 5 7/8 (US). Complimentary
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Mid-20th Century French Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

Contemporary 0.90 Carat Diamond Five Stone Geometric Set Ring in Platinum
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
Clarity: I1-I2 Colour: H-I Ring Size: UK N 1/2 or US 7 Condition: Very Good, slightest signs of wear due
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Ruby and Diamond Marquise Ring Set in 18 Carat Gold
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
design. Modeled in 18ct Gold it looks pretty and dainty on the finger! Ring Size: UK N 1/2 or US 7
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Antique 1880s British Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

9.96 Carat Green Emerald Cut Tourmaline and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Hamilton, AU
. The two baguette cut diamonds total 0.25 carats, are G colour and VS clarity grades. Ring Size O
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum

3.21 Carat Oval Aqua Tourmaline and Diamond Platinum Cluster Cocktail Ring
Located in Hamilton, AU
brilliant cut diamonds total 0.31 carats and are G colour and VS clarity grades. The Kinsley Ring Size N
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum

Antique Edwardian Diamond Eternity Ring 18 Carat White Gold, circa 1915
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
so pretty when worn, a perfect little band ring! It weighs 2.5 grams Measures O in the UK or 7 1/4
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Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Edwardian Triple Heart Diamond Ring 18 Carat Plat, circa 1915
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
triple Diamond heart ring is Circa 1915. Crowned with 3 sparkling Diamonds in a heart shape gallery
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Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Edwardian Diamond Cluster Ring Platinum 18 Carat Gold, circa 1915
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
Ring is Edwardian, Circa 1915. The ring boasts a cluster of Diamonds set out in a beautiful daisy
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Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Victorian Peridot Diamond Ring Trilogy 18 Carat Gold, circa 1890
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
weighs 2.3 grams Measures N 1/2 in the UK or 7 USA - Can be sized, we offer this service for free, it
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Antique 1890s British Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Impressive Pink Tourmaline and 1.8 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
A superb contemporary cluster engagement ring. SIZE ; O 1/2 UK, 7 1/4 US Solid 18 carat yellow gold
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20th Century British Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Late 20th Century 1.50 Carat Old Pear Cut Diamond Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Theydon Bois, Essex
estimated 0.28 carat of diamonds in the surround. Size – L 1/2 (UK) or 5 7/8 (US). Complimentary sizing
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Late 20th Century British Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Spectacular 1.10 c. Diamond Emerald Ring
Located in Wimberley, TX
finger. Weight of 3.2 grams (2.0 dwt). Ring Size: US 7-1/2 (UK O-1/2; Int. Dia. 17.5; Euro 56 mm
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American More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

3.14 Carat Oval No Heat Colour Shifting Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Hamilton, AU
carats and are F to G colour and SI clarity grades. The Clementine Ring Size N 1/2 (Australia and UK
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Antique Edwardian Blue Zircon Diamond Ring Platinum 8 Carat Zircon, circa 1915
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
UK or 7 1/4 USA - Can be sized, we offer this service for free, it takes approximately one week. The
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Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Zircon, Platinum

Antique Victorian Pearl and Diamond Ring 18 Carat Yellow Gold, circa 1860
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
 in the UK or 7 1/2 USA - Can be sized, we offer this service for free, it takes approximately one
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Antique 1860s British Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Diamond Five-Stone 18 Carat Gold Twist Ring Dated Birmingham, 1907
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
To read more please click continue reading below- This lovely 18ct Yellow Gold Diamond ring is
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Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Ruby and Diamond Engagement Cluster Ring in 18 Carat Gold and Platinum
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
: Carat: 0.80ct Ring Size: UK N 1/2 or US 7 Condition: Very Good, slightest signs of wear due to age
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Pierre Brun Flower 3 Carats Yellow and White Diamonds 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Paris, FR
: 1.44 carats Total weight of yellow diamonds : 1.60 carats Finger size : 55/56 (US size : 7 1/4) 18
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Vintage 1980s French Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

18K White Gold Diamond Slice Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
twisted band design and will look amazing on your finger! It is currently at a size 7 and can not be
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2010s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in St.amford, CT
200 DT. It is a size 7 and can be re-sized. The ring measures 22 mm or just under 1" wide up the
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Vintage 1980s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Old European Cut Diamond and Blue Sapphire 18 Carat Yellow Gold Vintage Ring
Located in Hamilton, AU
O (Australia and UK sizing) or 7 1/4 (US and Canada). The Venus Ring can be resized prior to
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20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Platinum Diamond Art Deco Style Cluster Ring
Located in East Grinstead, GB
UK size N 1/2 (USA 7) but this can be sized upon request. Total weight of ring 6.7 grams
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Oval Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring Platinum
Located in East Grinstead, GB
Measurements - 19mm x 16mm Stamped - PLAT The ring is currently a UK size O 1/2 (USA 7 1/4) but this can be
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Art Deco 2.34 Carat Old Cut Diamond Trilogy Ring, circa 1940
Located in Theydon Bois, Essex
1.11 carat, with an overall approximate weight of 2.34 carat. Circa – 1940. Size – L 1/2 (UK) or 5 7
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Mid-20th Century Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Palladium, Platinum

TIFFANY CO Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Wimberley, TX
) in height off the finger. Weight of 5.8 grams (3.7 dwt). Ring Size: US between 7 and 7-1/4 (UK N-1
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American More Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum

Victorian Diamond Double Row Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
with a low profile on the finger. An exceptional ring with excellent flash and sparkle. Ring Size:US: 7
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 15k Gold, Silver

Celestial Art Deco Diamond Sapphire Ring
Located in Wimberley, TX
1/4 of an inch (0.7 cm) in height off the finger. Weight of 4.1 grams (2.6 dwt). Ring
Materials

Diamond

Antique Victorian Opal Diamond Ring 15 Carat Gold Natural Opal, circa 1900
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This fabulous natural Opal and Diamond trilogy ring is set in 15ct Gold, Circa 1900. The central
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 15k Gold

Ruby and Diamond Band, 1.10 Carat, 18 Karat Gold, Hallmarked London 1974
Located in Preston, Lancashire
London 1974 and in fabulous condition. RING SIZE: US size 7 1/3 UK/AU size N/O EU size: 55 Can be
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Vintage 1970s British Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold

Out of this World Diamond Emerald Ring
Located in Wimberley, TX
. Weight of 5.5 grams (3.6 dwt). Ring Size: US 7-1/4 (UK O; Int. Dia. 17.5; Euro 54.5 mm
Materials

Diamond, Emerald

Art Deco Square Step Cut Diamond Triangle Cut Emerald Ring
Located in Theydon Bois, Essex
1.00 carat diamond and 0.70 carat emerald. Size – L 1/2 (UK) or 5 7/8 (US). Complementary sizing is
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Natural 2.1 Carat Old Cut 18 Carat Gold and Platinum Trilogy Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
the crown at either 7 or 1 oclock on the images. Please view photographs. SIZE ; P UK, 7 3/4 US WEIGHT
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Diamond Fashion Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
, dotting the circles. This dazzling ring is 1 inch long and 7/8 inch wide. It is a size 6.5 but can be
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2010s Unknown Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Large Georgian Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Wimberley, TX
finger. Weight of 6.4 grams (4.2 dwt). Ring Size: US 7 (UK N-1/2; Euro or Int. Circum. 54.4 mm; Int
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Antique Early 19th Century Georgian More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold

Contemporary Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
Diamonds allowing it to sparkle beautifully on the finger all set in Platinum. Emerald Details: Carat
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Late 20th Century British Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Icy Diamond 14 Karat Gold Medieval Inspired Solitaire Ring
By Mary Gallagher
Located in Foxborough, MA
This handcrafted 14k yellow gold ring showcases a 6mm, 1 carat, white diamond in a hand carved
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2010s American Artist Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
round emerald measures estimated 0.80ct and is surmounted by 1 carat of round brilliant cut diamonds
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Vintage 1970s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Circa 1950s Emerald Cut Parti Sapphire Vintage 9 Carat Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Hamilton, AU
carats. Ring Size O 1/2 (Australia and UK sizing) or 7 1/2 (US and Canada). The Juniper Ring can be
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Platinum 1.50ct Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
DIAMOND Carat Weight - 0.55ct total (Estimated) Colour I - J Cut - Round brilliant cut Clarity -SI 1 -2
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Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum

Contemporary Diamond Set Infinity Love Ring in 9ct Yellow Gold
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
total Ring Size: UK N 1/2 or US 7 Condition: Excellent, new and never worn. Defects: None Date / Period
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Princess Diamond Classic Channel White Gold Engagement Ring and Wedding Band Set
Located in Columbia, MO
weight 1.33 carat princess cut center diamond 14 karat white gold Matching set Finger size 7 (sizable
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Contemporary Emerald and Diamond Rub Over Collar Set Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
Carat: 0.10ct total Ring Size: UK N 1/2 or US 7 Condition: Excellent, new and never worn. Defects: None
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21st Century and Contemporary British Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

Diamond and Pink Sapphire Salamander Lizard Ring, 18 Karat and White Agate
Located in Boca Raton, FL
1.74 Carats. The ring measures approximately 1-3/16 inches in length and width and will fit a size 7-1
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Contemporary Ruby and Diamond Rub Over Collar Set Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
Carat: 0.10ct total Ring Size: UK O 1/4 or US 7.25 Condition: Excellent, new and never worn. Defects
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21st Century and Contemporary British Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Contemporary Art Deco Style 0.80ct Diamond Five Stone Geometric Ring in Platinum
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
: 0.80ct total Clarity: VS2-SI1 Colour: H-I Ring Size: UK N 1/2 or US 7 Condition: Very good, slightest
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cascades of Light - French Diamond Ring 2.02 C.
Located in Wimberley, TX
weight of 1.10 carats bring the estimated total diamond weight to 3.12 carats for the ring.
They Do Come True 1.22 c Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Wimberley, TX
3.4 grams (2.2 dwt). Ring Size: US between 7 and 7-1/4 (UK N-1/2; Int. Dia. 17.5; UK 55
Category

American More Rings

Early 20th C. Wonder in a Pink Diamond Ring
Located in Wimberley, TX
inch (0.6 cm) in height off the finger. Weight of 2.9 grams (1.9 dwt). Ring Size: US 6-3/4 (UK N
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American More Rings

Tiffany Co. Vintage 1980s 3.7 ct No Heat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Berlin, Berlin
, approx. 1,4 cm / 0,55 in RING SIZE German 55 UK approx. O US approx. 7 1/4 We will gladly adjust this
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Vintage 1980s Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Dome of Heaven - Art Deco Diamond Platinum Rin
Located in Wimberley, TX
) from the finger. Weight of 4.1 grams (2.6 dwt). Ring Size: US 6-1/4 (UK M; Euro 16.75
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American Fashion Rings

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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.