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14K Yellow Gold Oval Diamond Engagement Ring 0.90ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies' diamond engagement ring in 14k yellow gold setting. Stamped 14k and weighs 5.7 grams gross
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21st Century and Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Marquise Diamond Ring .65ct, 6.1g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies diamond engagement ring with 14k yellow gold setting. Stamped 14k and weighs 6.1 grams
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20th Century 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow 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

14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A bold and regal statement piece, this vintage ring showcases a magnificent oval-cut ruby weighing
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1970s 14k Diamond Ring Used

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14k 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

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

14K White Gold Ring with Diamonds and Sapphires
Located in București, București
A Symphony of Light and Color Bold yet refined, this 14K white gold ring is a true celebration of
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2010s Romanian 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14k Gold Ring with Emerald, Pearls and Diamonds
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 kt solid gold ring with natural emerald, pearls and diamonds. Metal: 14k solid gold Weight
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2010s Turkish Modern 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold

Natural Diamond Ring 14k Gold Ring For Her Genuine Certified Pave Diamond Gift
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Diamond Ring 14k Gold Ring For Her Genuine Certified Pave Diamond Gift. Materials: Gold
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2010s Indian Art Deco 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold

14K White Gold .63 CTW Contemporary Diamond Ring
Located in Stuart, FL
14k white gold .63 CTW contemporary diamond ring. The diamonds in this ring are all round, ring is
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21st Century and Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K Yellow Gold Vintage Diamond Cocktail Ring 0.50ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies' vintage 14k yellow gold and diamond cocktail ring. Stamped 14k and weighs 9.3 grams. The
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Mid-20th Century 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Maz 14k Yellow Gold Onyx Diamond Vintage Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Maz 14K Yellow Gold Onyx and Diamond Vintage Ring This striking Maz vintage ring is expertly
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1980s 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

fancy diamond 0.99ct cluster ring 14k whitegold
Located in Berlin, BE
"Step into a world of enchantment with this splendid 14-karat white gold ring—a true masterpiece of
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1980s French Aesthetic Movement 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

3.59 Carat Amethyst Marquise Diamond Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Very Unusual Horizontal Ring The ring is 14K Rose Gold The center stone is an Marquise Amethyst
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

14k Gold Ring with Sapphire, Pearl and Diamond
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14k gold ring with sapphire, pearl and diamond. September birthstone ring. 14k solid gold Weight
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2010s Turkish Modern 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold

0.50ctw Diamond Crossover Band Ring, 14k White Gold, Ring Size 7
Located in McLeansville, NC
clarity Ring Size 7 Rise Off Of Finger: 3.2 mm Width: 4.2 mm Weight: 2 dwts/ 3.1 grams Stamps: "14k
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21st Century and Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamond Star Ring 14k Solid Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Diamond Star Ring 14k Solid Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Additional information: Base
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2010s Indian 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold

Mini Bow Shaped Diamond Ring 14k Solid Gold Everyday Use Diamond Ring Jewelry.
Located in Chicago, IL
Mini Bow Shaped Diamond Ring 14k Solid Gold Everyday Use Diamond Ring Jewelry. Diamond Weight 0.04
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2010s Indian Art Deco 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

14K Yellow Gold Radiant Cut Diamond Ring 2.00ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14k Yellow Gold Ring with a radiant cut 1.00 carat center SI2-I1 Clarity I-J-K Color & is 6.1mm x
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Late 20th Century 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pave Diamond Victorian 14k Gold Silver Rosecut Diamond Filigree Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond Victorian Ring 14k Gold Rosecut Diamond Filigree Ring Proposal Ring Light weight can
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2010s Indian 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Vintage .20ctw Diamond Band Ring, 14k White Gold, Ring Size 8
Located in McLeansville, NC
Enhance your jewelry collection with this timeless vintage diamond band ring, featuring .20ctw of
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21st Century and Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Gold Ring Halo 14K Engagement Yellow Gold Round Diamond Halo Ring Gift
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond Gold Ring Halo 14K Engagement Yellow Gold Round Diamond Halo Ring Gift Material 14k Solid
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2010s Indian Art Deco 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

LB Exclusive 14K White Gold 1.0ct Diamond Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
foundation for this ring’s sparkling inset diamonds, which together total 1.0 carats. Elegant and ideal for
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21st Century and Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, White 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 Band Ring in 14k Two-Tone Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
This refined ring is crafted in 14k two-tone gold and features a row of channel-set round brilliant
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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

1.54ctw Diamond Encrusted Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Webster, NY
Diamond encrusted ring crafted in 14k Yellow Gold with 1.54ctw of Diamonds. Center Diamond Carat
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21st Century and Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Gold Tanzanite Diamond Ring - 14k Oval 1.68ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $60 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k White Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Garnet Diamond Ring - 14k Emerald 2.07ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 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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Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K White Gold Round Brilliant Diamond Ring 0.82ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14k White Gold Diamond Ring Round Brilliant .82 TDW - Size 5.5 The center Diamond is a round
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Late 20th Century 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K Yellow Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Set 1.00ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14k yellow gold diamond engagement ring and band set The engagement ring is a 0.50 carat round
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Late 20th Century 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 1.20ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies diamond solitaire engagement ring in 14k yellow gold setting. Tests 14k and weighs 2.8 grams
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Late 20th Century 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Prong Ring 14k Solid Gold Straight Stackable
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond Prong Ring 14k Solid Gold Straight Diamond Stackable Wedding Promise Ring Light weight can
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2010s Indian 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Oval Turquoise And Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
5.25 ctw Oval Turquoise And .32ctw Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold 3.3 Grams
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2010s 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.21 Carat Diamond Gold Half Band Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Very Classic Half Band Ring. The ring is 14K Yellow Gold. There are 0.21 Carats in Diamonds G VS/SI
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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

Black Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold Plated Silver
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
= 0.20 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver Ring Size: 8* US *It can be resized
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver,...

14K Yellow Gold Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 0.57ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Diamond engagement ring in Tiffany-style setting. Marked 14k and weighs 2.3 grams. The round
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Late 20th Century 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14K White Gold Floral Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage 14K White Gold Floral Diamond Cocktail Ring This pre-owned glittering tiered cocktail ring
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1980s Unknown 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.25ctw Diamond Thin Band Ring, 14k White Gold, Ring Size 6.75
Located in McLeansville, NC
Stones: diamonds, 18 stones round brilliant cut 1.5 mm approximately .25 total carats G-H color
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21st Century and Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Solitaire 14k Solid Gold Tiny Diamond Wedding Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Solitaire Diamond Ring 14k Solid Gold Tiny Diamond Wedding Ring Bridal Ring Gift Light weight can
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2010s Indian 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

Wavy Multi Row Diamond Ring 14k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Purity: 14k Ring Width: ~14 mm Ring Size: 7.25 Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Diamond Clarity: I2
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21st Century and Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.15ctw Diamond Crisscross Band Ring, 14k Yellow Gold, Ring Size 5.5
Located in McLeansville, NC
clarity Ring Size 5.5 Rise Off Of Finger: 1.8 mm Width: 3 mm Weight: 1.5 dwts/ 2.4 grams Stamps: "14k
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21st Century and Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Diamond Sapphire Band Ring 14k White Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Diamond Sapphire Band Ring 14K White Gold This gorgeous vintage ring is made in solid
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Late 20th Century 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

.36ctw Opal Diamond Navette Ring, 14k Yellow Gold, Ring Size 5
Located in McLeansville, NC
Stones: opal, 1 stone marquise cabochon 10 x 5 mm diamonds, 16 stones round brilliant cut 1.75
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21st Century and Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K White Gold Large Star Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Flushing, NY
14K White Gold Large Star Sapphire Diamond Ring Approximate Dimensions: 10.5 (Ring Size) 2 cm
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20th Century 14k Diamond Ring Used

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

14K Yellow Gold 3 Diamond Ring
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This men's ring is crafted in solid 14K yellow gold and showcases a bold yet refined design. Set
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1980s Unknown Art Deco 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

0.74ctw Ruby Diamond Navette Ring, 14k Yellow Gold, Ring Size 6.25
Located in McLeansville, NC
Stones: diamonds, 1 stone round brilliant cut 2.25 mm approximately .04 carat G-H color, SI2
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21st Century and Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Pear Cut Diamond Ring 1.00ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14k Yellow Gold Diamond Ring with 1.00tdw. There are four pear-shaped diamonds with .80tdw, All SI1
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Mid-20th Century 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 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

14k Gold Ring with Ruby and Diamonds. "Evel Eye" Gold Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
"Evel Eye" 14 kt solid gold ring with natural ruby and diamonds. July birthstone ring. Metal: 14k
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2010s Turkish Modern 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

14k Gold Ring with Peridot, Amethyst and Diamonds
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 kt solid gold ring with natural peridot, amethyst and diamonds. February birthstone ring. August
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2010s Turkish Modern 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Amethyst, Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold

14k Solid Gold and Diamond Infinity Eye Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Gold Diamond Infinity Ring Eye Ring Minimalist Wedding Ring Band Gift Light weight can be
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2010s Indian 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

0.35 Carat Diamond Gold Round Engagement Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Engagement Ring With Crisscross. The ring is 14K White Gold. The center Diamond Stone is a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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

14K White Gold Vintage Diamond Cluster Ring 1.50ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Vintage, free-form style diamond ring in 14k white gold setting. Tests 14k and weighs 8 grams. The
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Mid-20th Century 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.40 Carat Diamond V Shape Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Very Fun V Shaped Ring. The ring is 14K Rose Gold. There are 0.40 Carats In Diamonds H/I SI. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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

14k Solid Gold Tiny Diamond Skinny Dainty Ring Minimalist Diamond Gold Ring Gift
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Gold Tiny Diamond Skinny Dainty Ring Minimalist Diamond Gold Ring Gift Total Carat
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2010s Indian Art Deco 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Enamel 14k gold ring with ruby and diamonds
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
"Floral" 14 kt solid gold ring with enamel Green Leaves with natural ruby and diamonds. July
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2010s Turkish Modern 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Enamel, Gold

Enamel 14k gold ring with ruby and diamonds
Enamel 14k gold ring with ruby and diamonds
$570 Sale Price / item
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14k Solid Gold Solitaire Diamond Engagement Band Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Gold Solitaire Diamond Engagement Band Minimalist Diamond Ring Band Light weight can be
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2010s Indian 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k 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.