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Edwardian Pearl and Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Five Stack Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Edwardian Pearl and Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Five Stack Ring. Featuring 13 pearls. Accented by
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

14K Yellow Gold Mabe Pearl and Diamond Halo Ring Size 7 #23549
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Mabe Pearl and Diamond Halo Ring Size 7 This elegant ring features a luminous Mabe
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20th Century Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Pearl Ring of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Antique Pearl Ring: This Art Nouveau ring (circa 1910) features a pearl set in floral, 14k gold
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

12.0 mm Pearl Diamond Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
12.0 mm Round White Pearl surrounded by 48 Diamonds of various cuts of round brilliants, emeralds
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Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian 14k Gold 0.77ctw European Diamond Cultured Pearl Bypass Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This magnificent antique ring was crafted from solid 14k gold during the late Victorian period and
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Antique 1890s Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

11.50 Carat Pearl and White Diamond Cocktail Ring 14K White Gold
By Alberto
Located in GREAT NECK, NY
Material: 14K White Gold Gemstone Details: 1 Round Pearl at 11.50 Carats Total Diamond Details
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2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Platinum 14K Diamond Natural Pearl Ring by T.B. Star
By Theodore B. Starr
Located in Chicago, IL
Art Nouveau Platinum, 14K yellow gold, Diamond and Natural Pearl Ring by Theodor B. Star. Finger
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Antique Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Platinum

Antique Victorian Diamond Pearl Ring 14k Yellow Gold 3 Stone Vintage
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish antique Victorian diamond & pearl ring (circa 1880s to 1900s) crafted in 14 karat yellow
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Band Rings

Materials

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

0.30Ct Sapphire, Pearl, 0.09Ct Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Twist Ring - Antique
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
pearl, 0.09 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold twist ring with a platinum setting; part of our
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Diamond Baroque Pearl Vintage Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 14k yellow gold Diamond Details: Approx. 0.30ctw of round diamonds. Diamonds are G/H in
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20th Century Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Pearl Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
We love this classic vintage pearl ring!! Ring Details Material: 14K White Gold Head Width: 11mm
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20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Diamond South Sea Pearl Ring 14k Gold 11.55 mm Women Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
CERTIFIED $1,790 MAGNIFICENT LADIES DIAMOND & WHITE SOUTH SEA LARGE 11.55 MM 14 KT LADIES RING
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2010s American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

White Gold Cultured Pearl Diamond Wave Bypass Ring - 14k Crosshatch
Located in Greensboro, NC
Gold Stone Information: Genuine Cultured Pearl Diameter: 6.2mm Natural Diamonds Total Carats
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20th Century More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, White Gold

1950s Ed Wiener 14K Gold Grey Baroque Pearl Diamond American Modernist Ring
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1950's 14K gold ring with baroque pearl and diamond, possibly created by Ed Wiener of New York City
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Vintage 1950s American Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Vintage Mother of Pearl and Diamond Bombe Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage mother of pearl and diamond bombé ring set in 14k yellow gold. The ring is
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2010s Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pearl and Diamond Dome Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
This is an estate piece. This contemporary diamond and pearl ring is 14k white gold and features
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in Towson, MD
One 14 karat white gold ring set with one 8.4mm cultured Tahitian pearl and fourteen, 1.8mm bead
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond and Baroque Pearl Ring
Located in Aspen, CO
34 fine white well matched tapered baguette cut diamonds estimated to weigh approximately 2.0 cts
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold

Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
14k white gold ring featuring a 9.4mm Tahitian pearl and accented by 30 round brilliant cut
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21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Madeira Citrine Mine Diamond Pearl Cocktail Ring 14k Gold Estate Fine
Located in Torrance, CA
contrast. The seed pearls and diamonds are set in a 'high low' mount giving definition to the ring. The
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tahitian Pearl Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
carats of diamonds that are set below the pearl like an overlapping ribbon. The ring is made of 14K
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21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Le Vian Fresh Water Pearl and Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
By Le Vian
Located in Towson, MD
One 14-karat yellow gold ring by LeVian, set with one 8mm pink cultured pearl, twenty-three (23
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.15 Carat Round Pearl and White Diamond Cocktail Ring 14K White Gold
By Alberto
Located in GREAT NECK, NY
Material: 14K White Gold Gemstone Details: 1 Round Pearl at 2.15 Carats Total Diamond Details: 42
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2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Retro Pearl Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
A ring in white gold with pearls and diamonds. Made in the USA, circa 1940s.
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Vintage 1940s American Retro Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Vintage 14k Gold Carved Rectangular Coral Cameo Diamond Seed Pearl Frame Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This beautiful vintage ring was crafted in solid 14k yellow gold and features a fine piece of
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Vintage 1940s Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pearl and 0.45Ct Diamond, 14k Yellow Gold Dress Ring - Antique Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive pearl and diamond ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with a 14k white gold setting. The
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Vintage 1920s German Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Pearl with Sapphire Diamond Ring Set in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Trumbull, CT
A keepsake to cherish, this pearl ring is a unique find. Cultured pearl artfully sits in the middle
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Vintage 1940s American High Victorian More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Cultured Pearl Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Dallas, TX
Sweet and lovely! The pearl is 7.00 mm and the ring is a size 6.
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Mid-20th Century Retro More Rings

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Victorian Ring Pearl Mine Cut Diamond Cluster 14k Yellow Gold Halo
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Victorian era cluster ring (circa 1880s to 1900s) crafted in 14k yellow
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Madeira Citrine Mine Diamond Pearl Cocktail Ring 14k Gold Estate Fine
Located in Torrance, CA
contrast. The seed pearls and diamonds are set in a 'high low' mount giving definition to the ring. The
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Kabana Ring Spiny Oyster Mother of Pearl Diamond 14k Yellow gold size 7
By Kabana
Located in Northbrook, IL
This exquisite Kabana cocktail ring showcases a vibrant mosaic of spiny oyster and mother of pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

LB Exclusive 14K White Gold 1.50 Ct Diamond and Pearl Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
band made of 14K White Gold, you’ll find a commanding 14mm pearl center stone. It’s surrounded by a
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Simply Elegant Pearl Diamond Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
A classically elegant pearl and diamond ring, suitable for any and all occasions. A white and
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Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Diamond, 14k Gold

Kabana 14K Rose Gold Ring 0.20 Ct Diamond and Mother of Pearl Ring
By Kabana
Located in Southampton, PA
This Kabana ring is truly opulent in design. At the center, a striking pink-hued Mother of Pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold

LB Exclusive 14K White Gold 0.20 Ct Diamond and Pearl Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
beautiful pearl. It’s surrounded by a halo of diamonds totaling 0.20 carats, which also extend onto the 2mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Mid Century Cultured Pearl Diamond Ring 14k White Gold Sz 7.5 Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage cultured pearl & diamond ring crafted in 14 karat white gold (circa 1950s to 1960s
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Maui Divers Tahitian Black Pearl Diamond Plumeria Flower Ring Yellow Gold 14k
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k Rose Gold Stone Information: Genuine Tahitian Black Pearl
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20th Century Unknown Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Nouveau Insect Ring Conversion 14k Yellow Gold Enamel Pearl Diamond
Located in Torrance, CA
inches) rising 5mm from the finger. Metal & Hallmark: 14 karat yellow gold. The ring is hallmarked "14k"
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Tahitian Pearl Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A large Polynesian Tahitian peal set in a gold ring with accenting round cut diamonds. In 14k
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1990s Chinese Modern More Rings

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

14k Yellow Gold Cluster Ring with 1.06 Total Carat Natural Pearl and Diamonds
Located in רמת גן, IL
A gorgeous cluster ring with a dazzling 1 carat round brilliant natural pearl. It has 0.06 carat of
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2010s Singaporean Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Pearl Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
by white clean diamonds. The ring has been crafted in 14k rose gold. Ring Size 5 1/2 and can be re
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold

Vintage Sapphire Diamond Pearls Cocktail Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
pearls. CONDITION: Pre Owned - Excellent 10/10 METAL: 14k yellow gold DESIGN ERA: 1980 RING SIZE: US 7
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Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Yellow Gold Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Diamond Bypass Ring - 14k Round .18ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $25 or Down 2 sizes for $20 Metal Content: 14k Yellow
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20th Century More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Australian Pearl Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. A ring in 14Kt white gold, with a brilliant Australian pearl
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Edwardian Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in Towson, MD
One 14 karat rose gold and platinum Edwardian ring set with six natural pearls and thirty-nine rose
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

14K White Gold Pearl and 1/3 Carat Diamond Openwork Flower Blossom Ring
Located in New York, NY
The timeless style of this stunning 14k white gold ring will always be in season. In a floral motif
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Stunning 14k Yellow Gold Ring 1.02 Ct Natural Pearl and Diamonds Ngi Certificate
Located in רמת גן, IL
A beautiful ring with a dazzling 1 carat natural Pearl. It has 0.1 carat of side diamonds which add
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2010s Singaporean Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Art Noveau Enamel Seed Pearl Diamond Ring Size 7.5 #20024
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Art Noveau Enamel Seed Pearl and Diamond Ring Size 7.5 This stunning ring features
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20th Century Art Nouveau Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pearl and Diamond Ring, circa 1970
Located in Aspen, CO
Pearl and diamond ring in an unusual design which goes up, or down, the finger. The 10 cultured
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20th Century American Artisan Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold

12.50 Carat Round Pearl and Princess Cut White Diamond Ring 14K White Gold
By Alberto
Located in GREAT NECK, NY
Material: 14K White Gold Gemstone Details: 1 Round Pearl at 12.50 Carats Total Diamond Details: 2
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2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

White Gold Cultured Pearl Diamond Halo Ring, 14k Single Cut .20ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Information Genuine Cultured Pearl Diameter: 6.8mm Natural Diamonds Total Carats: .20ctw Cut: Single Color: H
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, White Gold

Kabana Bypass Ring Black and White Mother of Pearl Diamond 14k Yellow Gold 7.5
By Kabana
Located in Northbrook, IL
Here, we have a Kabana 14k yellow gold cocktail ring featuring a striking design with black and
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21st Century and Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14k Gold GIA Golden South Sea Pearl Old European 2ctw Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
gold diamond baskets. This ring features a genuine cultured South Sea pearl that has been certified by
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Vintage 1960s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Classic Fancy-Cut Mother of Pearl with Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
& Grace Ring. The 14K Yellow Gold jewelry boasts with Fancy-cut Mother of Pearl 8 pcs 1.78 carat, Natural
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mother of Pearl and Glass Intaglio Diamond Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Houston, TX
14K yellow brushed gold ring with a reverse intaglio in glass backed Mother of Pearl framed with
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Late 20th Century Unknown More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Ring featuring Agate, Pearls Chocolate Vanilla Diamonds set in 14K Honey Gold
By Le Vian
Located in Great Neck, NY
Grand Sample Sale Ring featuring White Agate, Chocolate Pearls® Chocolate Diamonds® , Vanilla
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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Agate, Pearl, Gold

Art Nouveau Pearl Ring with Diamond Accents
Located in New York, NY
An Art Nouveau 14 karat gold ring with diamonds and pearl. The elongated gold ring features
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

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14k Pearl Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact 14k pearl diamond ring 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, 14k gold and white gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 1414 vintage editions and 1001 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect 14k pearl diamond ring 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 14k pearl diamond ring has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Natkina, Kabana and Marina J. are consistently popular. A 14k pearl diamond ring can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 1450 pearl versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also mixed cut cut and brilliant cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our 14k pearl diamond ring for sale are for women, but there are 436 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a 14k Pearl Diamond Ring?

The price for a 14k pearl diamond ring starts at $1 and tops out at $475,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $1,872.

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.