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Vintage Circa 1980s 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 2.2 grams. Totally is diamond 0.30 ct. The diamond is has G
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Vintage 1980s European Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

0.76 Carat Natural Pearl and Diamond 14K Gold Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
to the Old Mine Cut Diamond and Pearls Ring, a veritable manifestation of your most cherished ring
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Antique Late 19th Century Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold

White Pearl, Multicolor Sapphires, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold Cluster Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Amazing ring in 14 kt rose gold structure mounted with a central pearl surrounded by a frame of
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Diamond Navette Ring in 14k White / Yellow Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
yellow gold diamond cluster ring containing 29 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approx. 2.60 ctw
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Late 20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.. Total weight is 5.5 grams. Totally is diamond 0.25 carat. Ring size is US
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Vintage 1980s European Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

1900s GIA 2.87ctw Antique Edwardian OLD EUROPEAN Diamond Cluster 14KYG Pl Ring
Located in New York, NY
Antique Edwardian GIA 2.87ctw OLD EUROPEAN Diamond Cocktail Cluster 14K Gold Platinum Ring, Circa
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum

0.35 Carat Natural Diamond Cluster Ring G SI 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
0.35 Carat Natural Diamond Engagement Ring G SI 14K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Round Diamond Sapphire Art Deco Style Floral Flower Cluster White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Artistry and sophistication come together in a flower ring with sapphires and diamonds from the Art
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

.60ct Princess Round Raised Cluster Ring 14kt
Located in New York, NY
Princess Cut Cluster Heart (Three Diamonds Fused Together) .60ct Natural Princess & Round
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2010s American Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14k Gold Natural Diamond And Onyx Decorated Navette Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight 4.9 grams. Totally is diamond 0.38 ct. The diamond is has G-H
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Early 2000s European Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold

Art Deco 9x11mm Turquoise Diamond Cluster Ring in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This statement ring is masterfully crafted in 14 karat white gold, featuring a vibrant turquoise
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Jadeite Jade and Diamond Disk Ring
Located in New York, NY
A vintage 14k yellow gold cluster ring featuring a carved jadeite jade disk accented by sparkling
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20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby and Diamond Cluster Eternity Band
Located in Fatih, 34
This ring would be the perfect way to commemorate a special occasion or simply to add elegance to
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2010s European Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Antique Old European Cut Diamond Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Beautiful antique ring crafted with old European cut diamonds set in 14k gold. This gorgeous late
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Antique Early 1900s Late Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

GIA 6.71CT Natural Bright Vivid Green Diopside Halo Cluster Diamonds Ring 14KT
Located in New York, NY
Halo Cluster Diopside ring GIA Certified 5.63ct. Natural Green Diopside Oval, Full cut Brilliant
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2010s American Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Other, 14k Gold, White Gold

Black White Diamond Vintage Cocktail Ring 14k White Gold
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Ring Summary ♥ Main Stone: Diamond & Black Diamond Approx. Carat Weight: 1.62cttw Black Diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary American Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Dazzling 1.51ct Diamonds Ring in 14k White Gold - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Dazzling 1.51ct Diamonds Ring in 14k White Gold - GIA Certified This exquisite diamond ring
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2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

3.66 Carat Natural Sapphires Diamond Cluster Ring 14 Karat Royal Blue Floretta
Located in New York, NY
Classic Diamond & Sapphires Cluster ring / Floretta .40ct. Natural Round Cut diamond (center
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2010s American Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

3.96 Carat Natural Sapphires Diamond Cluster Ring 14 Karat Royal Blue Floretta
Located in New York, NY
Classic Diamond & Sapphires Cluster ring / Floretta .46ct. Natural Round Cut diamond (center
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2010s American Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

3.96 Carat Natural Sapphires Diamond Cluster Ring 14 Karat Royal Blue Floretta
Located in New York, NY
Classic Diamond & Sapphires Cluster ring / Floretta .46ct. Natural Round Cut diamond (center
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2010s American Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Pearl, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold and Rose Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fantastic retrò ring in 14 kt white gold and rose gold mounted with a central pearl surrounded by
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

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

Vintage 8.5mm Pearl, Ruby and Diamonds Ring 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 8.5mm Pearl, Ruby and Diamonds Ring 14k Gold. Very nice heavy ring featuring a center real
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Vintage 1980s Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold

1.50 Carat Natural Diamond Cluster Flower Ring G SI 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
1.50 Carat 100% Natural Diamonds Cluster Flower Ring G SI 14K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Band 1.31 TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Band 1.31 TDW This absolutely stunning estate ring is crafted
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20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K Pink Morganite Ring
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
Main Stone: Pink Morganite Stone Size: 6mm x 8mm Metal: 14k Rose Gold Setting: Cluster Ring Total
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2010s Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold

1.25 Carat Total Clustered Diamond Ring Set in Polished 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 6.75 This shimmering diamond ring, set in 14 karat white gold, features a captivating
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

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

14K White Gold Tsavorite Garnet and Diamond Ring
Located in Venice, CA
This gorgeous 14k white gold ring features a vibrant green Tsavorite Garnet, surrounded by a halo
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Circa 1960s 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 4.9 grams.Totally is diamond 0.58 ct. The diamond is has G
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Vintage 1960s European Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

White Diamond Round 14 Karat White Gold Big Look Cluster Fashion Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Step into the world of opulence and elegance with our stunning big look cluster ring, adorned with
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2010s American Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

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

5.07 Carat Natural Emerald Diamonds Cluster Halo Ring 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
Prime Halo Mod Deco Green. 3.40ct. Natural Emerald Ring Emerald, Brilliant cut 11.5 x 8.1mm
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2010s American Cluster Rings

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Vintage Marquise shape
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Vintage Marquise shape This vintage ring is crafted in solid
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20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Natural Pave Diamond Ethiopian Opal Ring in 14k Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Pave Diamond Ethiopian Opal GeRing 14k Gold Handmade Ring special Personalize: d order
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2010s Indian Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

majestic diamond ring with Rubelite in 14k gold
Located in Berlin, BE
, crafted in lustrous 14k gold. This captivating ring is a harmonious blend of sophistication and luxury
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21st Century and Contemporary French Aesthetic Movement Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Rubelite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat White and Yellow Gold Yellow White Diamond Cluster Ring Size 5 #22570
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold Yellow and White Diamond Cluster Ring Size 5 Bold brilliance meets elegant
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20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Ring natural Diamond Ruby 14K Yellow Gold Ring 8.75US / 3.8gr
Located in SE
Old Classic German cluster Ring decorated with three natural old European Diamond cut Diamonds and
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Cluster Rings

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Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum

Antique Art Nouveau Ruby Diamond 14K Gold Ring
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This stunning Art Nouveau ring is designed as a stylized flower and stylized leaves. The flower is
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Antique 1890s European Belle Époque Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

Natural Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Vintage .53ct TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Vintage .53ct TDW This vintage ring is made in solid 14K White
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Mid-20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Ruby Art Deco Style Floral Cluster Ring Earring Lover White Gold Set
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
dazzling round cut diamond and French cut ruby set on 14k white gold. Each features center diamond cluster
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Pink Coral, Green Agate, Onyx, White Diamonds, White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Gorgeous Fashion cocktail ring in 14 kt white gold mounted with a movable onyx plate (3 cm X 2.2 cm
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Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

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Agate, Coral, White Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.60ct Natural Tourmaline Cluster Ring 14kt
Located in New York, NY
1.30ct. Natural Bright Green Tourmaline Cluster ring. clean clarity The Fine Gem Tourmaline
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2010s American Cluster Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Cluster Green Emerald Fancy Halo Set Art Deco Style White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
radiant diamond cluster at its center, surrounded by brilliant emeralds. The geometric design, inspired by
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K Yellow Gold Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Halo Ring
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite 14K yellow gold halo ring celebrates timeless elegance and the artistry of fine
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2010s American Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cluster Round Diamond Dome Cocktail Ring Set in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 5 This stunning vintage diamond cluster dome ring, elegantly set in gleaming 14 karat
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cluster Rings

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

3.00CT Natural (7) Diamonds Raised Dome Vine Twist Cluster Ring 14KT Heavy
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Domed Vine Twist Ring 3.00ct. (7) Round full cut natural diamonds H color si-1 clarity
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2010s American Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring 1.00 ct, Size 8
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring. There is 1.00tdw with both baguette and round brilliant cut diamonds
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Mid-20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.70 Carat Natural Emerald 2.10ct Diamonds Cluster Halo Ring 14kt Fine Select
Located in New York, NY
Halo Cocktail Green 2.70ct. Natural Emerald Ring Transparent / clean clarity Vivid Green 9.4 X
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2010s American Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Pretty Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
14k real gold. The diamond has vs-s1 clarity and H color. Ring size is US 7.2 We can make any size
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Vintage 1980s European Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Edwardian 14 Karat Gold 0.70 Carat SI Sapphire 1.40 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is an Edwardian cluster ring crafted in 14K gold and 850 platinum. Circa 1910. The piece
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum

Mid-20th Century Diamond Spiral Cluster Cocktail Ring 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This vintage 14-karat white gold spiral diamond ring showcases a captivating design with a
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14 Kart White Gold Diamond Cluster Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14k white gold Diamond: 56 round brilliant cut = 0.85cttw Color: H
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21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Circa 1970s 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Navette Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
color and vs-s1 clarity. Ring size is US 8 We can make any size. Acid tested to be 14k real gold. Box
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Vintage 1970s European Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Vintage Circa 1960s 14k Gold Natural Old Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 3.7 grams. Totally is diamond 1 carat. The diamond is has H
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Vintage 1960s European Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

0.32tcw 14K Natural Sapphire Diamond Floral Petite Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
0.32 TCW Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Natural Genuine Blue Sapphire & Diamonds Cocktail Ring. The piece
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Moi Audrey Gold and Pearl Cluster Ring
Located in Lawrenceville, GA
Gold(14K) : 7.40g Brilliant cut Diamonds : (VS clarity & H-I colour) : 0.32ct Gemstones : Cultured
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Tank Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 6.6 grams. Totally is diamond 0.56 carat. The diamond is
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Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Tahitian Pearl Mermaid Diamond Eye Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
: 14.4 Grams Ring Size: 10.25 Stamped: "14K" Condition: Preowned, excellent
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Round Cut Diamond and Emerald Clustered Split Shank Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This vibrant emerald and diamond ring is a stunning composition of color and brilliance. Clusters
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

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

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14k Diamond Cluster Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate 14k diamond cluster ring for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 14k Gold and White Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 1761 vintage editions and 1026 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect 14k diamond cluster ring among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. A 14k diamond cluster ring from Gregory Mikaelian Sons, Inc., TJD and DGI — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and mixed cut alternatives. Most of our 14k diamond cluster ring for sale are for women, but there are 706 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a 14k Diamond Cluster Ring?

On average, a 14k diamond cluster ring at 1stDibs sells for $2,039, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $67,750 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.