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14K Solid Gold Diamond Wedding Band Anniversary Ring For Women diamond band ring
Located in Chicago, IL
14K Solid Gold Diamond Wedding Band Anniversary Ring For Women diamond band ring Total Carat Weight
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2010s Indian Art Deco 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Blue Sapphire Ring With Diamonds 14K White Gold
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
= 0.48 Carat 16 Diamonds = 0.04 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Ring Size: 7* US *It can be resized
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Stacking Ring 14K Solid Gold Graduation Gift For Girls diamond ring gift
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond Stacking Ring 14K Solid Gold Graduation Gift For Girls diamond ring gift Total Carat Weight
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2010s Indian Art Deco 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

14K White Gold Vintage Diamond Cocktail Ring 0.80ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies' vintage 14k white gold and diamond cocktail ring. Stamped 14k and weighs 6 grams. The
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Late 20th Century 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold Grey Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style with this elegant 14K White Gold Grey Pearl and Diamond Ring. Featuring a
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring - 14k Oval 1.98ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Note: Please contact us for a resizing quote Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone
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21st Century and Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring - 14k Oval 2.33ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Note: Please contact us for a resizing quote Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone
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21st Century and Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14k Solid Gold Diamond Star Ring Star Cocktail Ring Engagement Gift Diamond Band
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Gold Diamond Star Ring Star Cocktail Ring Engagement Gift Diamond Band Base Metal: Yellow
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2010s Indian Art Deco 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

14k Yellow Gold Modernist Diamond Ring
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
mm Size: 5.75 US sizing This beautiful modernist diamond ring, crafted in luxurious 14k gold, is a
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20th Century 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Ruby and Diamond Pharaoh Ring of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Behold the captivating allure of our Pharaoh-inspired ring, meticulously crafted from 14k gold and
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Early 1900s 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Diamond Ring Eternity Ring 14K White Gold Band Wedding 1.09 ctw
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Ring Eternity Ring 14K White Gold Band Wedding 1.09 ctw This very unusual estate
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20th Century 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Edwardian pearl diamond 14k yellow gold cluster ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
the diamonds to shimmer with understated intensity. Dating to the 1910s, this ring is a graceful
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1910s Edwardian 14k Diamond Ring Used

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

14K Yellow Gold Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 1.00ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Diamond solitaire engagement ring with 14k yellow gold setting. Stamped 14k and weighs 2.9 grams
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Late 20th Century 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K White Gold Halo Diamond and Sapphire Ring, Sapphire Diamond Halo Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Blue Sapphire Halo Diamond Ring in 14K Gold is a sign of pure love. For centuries, diamonds have
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Natural Pave Diamond Wedding Band Ring 14k Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Pave Diamond Wedding Band Ring 14k Gold Women's Jewelry Anniversary Gift Light weight can
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2010s Indian 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage .95 carat diamond 14k yellow gold ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A classic vintage 14k yellow gold ring centered with a 0.95 carat H-I color SI clarity diamond
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1970s Modern 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Gold Diamond Bypass Band - 14k Single Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Sizing Fee: Up 1 size for $40 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone
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21st Century and Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Tanzanite Ring Diamonds 3.42 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
Carats 42 Diamonds = 0.32 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Ring Size: 7* US *It can be resized complimentary
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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

Tanzanite Ring Diamonds 2.48 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
Carats 46 Diamonds = 0.20 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7* US *It can be resized complimentary
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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

Tanzanite Ring Diamonds 2.59 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
Carats 22 Diamonds = 0.22 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Ring Size: 7* US *It can be resized complimentary
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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

14k White Gold Aquamarine and Diamond Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
This graceful vintage ring is crafted in 14k white gold and showcases a serene aquamarine as its
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20th Century 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diana M. Custom Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Rings
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
14 kt yellow gold diamond ring with a droplet and a heart design adorned with 0.76 cts tw diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Aquamarine Diamond Ring - 14k Round .82ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $60 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Marquise Diamond Cocktail Ring 1.50ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies 14k yellow gold marquise diamond cocktail ring. Stamped 14k and weighs 5.4 grams. There are
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Late 20th Century 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Exquisite Diamond Bridal Ring in 14k White Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Exquisite Diamond Bridal Ring in 14k White Gold Introducing this exquisite diamond bridal ring
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Late 20th Century Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Blue Sapphire Ring With Diamonds 14K White Gold
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
= 0.48 Carat 16 Diamonds = 0.04 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Ring Size: 7* US *It can be resized
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K Gold Certified Green Tourmaline - Diamond Ring
Located in Sant Josep de sa Talaia, IB
aquamarine and diamond ring. Ring Sizes: American Size: 7 European Size: 14 Certification: Gemological
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Open Cuff Claw Diamond Ring 14k Gold Diamond Ring UniqueMinimalist Gift For Her
Located in Chicago, IL
Open Cuff Claw Diamond Ring 14k Gold Diamond Ring UniqueMinimalist Gift For Her . Diamond Weight
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2010s Indian Art Deco 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Diamond Bar Ring 14K Solid Gold Diamond Band Ring For Women Valentine Gift
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond Bar Ring 14K Solid Gold Diamond Band Ring For Women Valentine Gift Style Band Metal
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2010s Indian Art Deco 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage .75ctw Diamond Dinner Ring, 14k White Gold, Ring Size 5.25
Located in McLeansville, NC
: 2.1 dwts/ 3.3 grams Stamps: 14k (tested) *princess style ring SKU: R3821 A Couple Of Things to Note
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1990s 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Blue Sapphire Ring With Diamonds 14K White Gold
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
= 0.48 Carat 16 Diamonds = 0.04 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Ring Size: 7* US *It can be resized
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold Swirl Design Diamond Ring 0.50ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Diamond ring in 14k white gold. Tests 14k and weighs 2.3 grams. There are .30 carats of round
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Late 20th Century 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diana M. Custom 14K White Gold Diamond Ring
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
14 kt white gold diamond ring with one stone design featuring a 0.11 cts tw round diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Tanzanite Diamond Ring - 14k Oval .96ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Diamonds Carat(s): .06ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: J - K Clarity: SI2 - I1 Total Carats: .96ctw Style
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21st Century and Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Wedding Band Curved 14k Gold Women Band Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond Wedding Band Curved 14k Gold Women Band Diamond Ring Total Carat Weight 0.24 & Under Base
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2010s Indian Art Deco 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Diamond Wedding Band Curved 14k Gold Women Band Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond Wedding Band Curved 14k Gold Women Band Diamond Ring Total Carat Weight 0.24 & Under Base
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2010s Indian Art Deco 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

14K White Gold Sapphire and Diamond Flower Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 14K white gold Sapphire: 6 oval cut = 2.20ct Diamond: 67 round brilliant cut = 0.54cttw
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21st Century and Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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

Diamond Sacking Ring 14K Solid Gold Round diamond Prong Set ring Birthday Gift
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond Sacking Ring 14K Solid Gold Round diamond Prong Set ring Birthday Gift Total Carat Weight
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2010s Indian Art Deco 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Half Carat Diamond Engagement Ring 14k White Gold
Located in Sugar Land, TX
Diamond Clarity: SI1 Band Material: 14k White Gold Diamond Cut: Round Weight: 5 grams Size: 8.5 Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary American 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Blue Sapphire Ring With Diamonds 14K White Gold
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
= 0.48 Carat 16 Diamonds = 0.04 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Ring Size: 7* US *It can be resized
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

14k Gold Natural Pave Diamond Ring Fine Jewelry
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Gold Natural Pave Diamond Ring Fine Jewelry Wedding Anniversary Ring Gift Light weight can be
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2010s Indian 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Engagement Ring - 14k Princess .98ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .70ct Cut: Princess Color: G Clarity
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21st Century and Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Engagement Ring with Matching Ring Jacket, 14k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
This elegant 14k white gold engagement ring with matching ring jacket. This halo ring features a 4
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Oval Morganite Amethyst Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Oval Morganite Amethyst Diamond Ring in 14K Yellow Gold. Ring size 9.
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2010s 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Amethyst, Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Sapphire Ring With Diamonds 14K White Gold
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
= 0.48 Carat 16 Diamonds = 0.04 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Ring Size: 7* US *It can be resized
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Bar Ring 14K Solid Gold Diamond Band Ring For Women Valentine Gift
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond Bar Ring 14K Solid Gold Diamond Band Ring For Women Valentine Gift Number of Diamonds 11
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2010s Indian Art Deco 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold

14K White Gold 1.0ct Diamond Ring MF05-100124
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This dazzling ring will simply never go out of style. Covered in sparkling Diamonds with a total
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21st Century and Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Mens Diamond Ring 14K Gold .28ct TDW Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Mens Diamond Ring 14K Gold .28ct TDW Vintage This vintage ring for a gentleman is finely crafted
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20th Century 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Gold Diamond Half Eternity Band Stackable Diamond Ring Solid Gold Ring Band.
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Gold Diamond Half Eternity Band Stackable Diamond Ring Solid Gold Ring Band. Diamond Weight
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2010s Indian Art Deco 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Victorian Russian 14k Diamond and Enamel Cluster Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
An exquisite diamond ring from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 14k yellow gold, this ring
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1880s Victorian 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

5.85 Carats Round - Baguettes Diamonds 14K Gold Men’s Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Classy 5.85 Cts Round Baguette Cut Natural Diamonds Iced Out Men's Wedding Ring In 14K Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Blue Topaz 4.37ct Diamond 14K Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Blue Topaz Diamond 14K Gold Ring Fabulous handcrafted oval blue natural topaz about 4.37 carat
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2010s Indian Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold

Tanzanite Ring Diamonds 3.42 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
Carats 42 Diamonds = 0.32 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Ring Size: 7* US *It can be resized complimentary
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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

Tanzanite Ring Diamonds 2.48 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
Carats 46 Diamonds = 0.20 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7* US *It can be resized complimentary
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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

Tanzanite Ring Diamonds 2.59 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
Carats 22 Diamonds = 0.22 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Ring Size: 7* US *It can be resized complimentary
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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

LeVian Emerald Diamond Ring in 14k White Gold
By Suzy Levian
Located in Bloomington, MN
LeVian Emerald & Diamond Ring in 14k White Gold This stunning LeVian ring is crafted in 14k white
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21st Century and Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold 1.05ct Sapphire Ring and Diamond Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
This Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamond Halo Ring features a vivid 1.05ct deep blue
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20th Century 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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14k Diamond Ring Used For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the 14k diamond ring used you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 14k Gold and White Gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a 14k diamond ring used from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. A 14k diamond ring used from Le Vian, Roshe Jewels 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. Finding a 14k diamond ring used for sale for women should be easy, but there are 10969 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a 14k Diamond Ring Used?

Prices for a 14k diamond ring used can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1 and can go as high as $2,470,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $2,006.

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.

Questions About 14k Diamond Ring Used
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, Cartier is known for only using 18k gold in their products, as well as platinum. Their attention to quality in materials and workmanship have contributed to their reputation for luxury. Shop an array of authentic gold and platinum Cartier pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Cartier does indeed use real diamonds for its rings. Cartier chooses only gems with little or no fluorescence, and sources most of its diamonds from RJC-certified companies. Shop a collection of expertly vetted Cartier jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.