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14K Yellow 0.80 Emerald 0.02CTW Diamond Ring
Located in Sewickley, PA
This 14K yellow gold ring features a row of vibrant emeralds totaling approximately 0.08 carats
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21st Century and Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

14k Gold Baguette Ring Diamond Baguette Ring Engagement Ring
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
This Magnificent Baguette Diamond ring is a one-in-a-million ring. This fine gold diamond ring has
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern 14k Diamond Ring Used

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

14k Black Star Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Austin, TX
A distinctive modern ring crafted of textured 14k white gold featuring a remarkable black star
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1950s 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Star Sapphire, 14k Gold

Estate 14k Diamond Engagement Ring .54ct
Located in Narberth, PA
A stunning diamond engagement ring! Crafted in 14k yellow gold, this ring features a .54ct modern
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern 14k Diamond Ring Used

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Floral Diamond Ring 14k Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Cluster Bridal Ring Gift.
Located in Chicago, IL
Floral Diamond Ring 14k Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Cluster Bridal Ring Gift. Total Carat Weight
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2010s Indian Art Deco 14k Diamond Ring Used

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Victorian 14k Diamond Engagement Ring .45ct
Located in Narberth, PA
A beautiful diamond engagement ring from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in vibrant 14k yellow
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1880s Victorian 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Solid Gold Diamond Ring Natural Diamond Studded Gold Ring Valentines Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Gold Diamond Ring Natural Diamond Studded Gold Ring Valentines Ring Band Width 1 mm
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2010s Indian Art Deco 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

14K Yellow Gold Ring with Diamonds
Located in Berlin, DE
Timeless Elegance – 14K Yellow Gold Ring with Brilliant Diamonds This elegant ring made from fine
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern 14k Diamond Ring Used

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond 14k Solid Gold Cluster Ring Engagement Ring Diamond Proposal Ring Gift.
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond 14k Solid Gold Cluster Ring Engagement Ring Diamond Proposal 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 Gold Pave White Diamond Ring
By Emre Osmanlar
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
6.12 g 14k Gold 1.35 ct Diamond
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2010s 14k Diamond Ring Used

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baguette Emerald and Diamonds 14k gold ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 k solid gold ring with natural emerald and diamonds. May birthstone ring. Metal: 14k solid gold
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2010s Turkish Modern 14k Diamond Ring Used

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Baguette Emerald and Diamonds 14k gold ring
Baguette Emerald and Diamonds 14k gold ring
$432 Sale Price / item
55% Off
14k Gold Ring with Tanzanite and Diamonds
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 k solid gold ring with natural tanzanite and diamonds. December birthstone ring. 14k solid gold
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2010s Turkish Modern 14k Diamond Ring Used

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold

14k Gold Ring with Tanzanite and Diamonds
14k Gold Ring with Tanzanite and Diamonds
$528 Sale Price / item
44% Off
14k Gold Ring with Topaz and Diamonds
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 k solid gold ring with natural topaz and diamonds. November birthstone ring. 14k solid gold
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2010s Turkish Modern 14k Diamond Ring Used

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold

14k Gold Ring with Topaz and Diamonds
14k Gold Ring with Topaz and Diamonds
$576 Sale Price / item
40% Off
Natural Tourmaline Diamond Ring in 14k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
stunning, designer-made ring is crafted from 14-carat gold and features a tourmaline gemstone set with a
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2010s Indian 14k Diamond Ring Used

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold

14k Gold Diamond Round Diamond Bezel Set Ring Diamond Solitaire Ring
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Stunning high quality Minimal Style Ring with Diamonds in 14k solid gold. Available in three colors
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern 14k Diamond Ring Used

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

14k Gold Diamond Round Diamond Bezel Set Ring Diamond Solitaire Ring
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Stunning high quality Minimal Style Ring with Diamonds in 14k solid gold. Available in three colors
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern 14k Diamond Ring Used

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

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Marquise Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and features a graceful row of marquise-cut
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20th Century 14k Diamond Ring Used

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Diamond Wide Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Wide Band Ring Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear
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21st Century and Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

14K Yellow Gold Marquise Diamond Ring
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies marquise diamond ring with 14k yellow gold settings. Tests 14k with an electronic tester
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Mid-20th Century 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Four Diamond Single Line Diamond Ring 14k Gold Anniversary Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Four Diamond Single Line Diamond Ring 14k Gold Anniversary Ring Additional information: Base Metal
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2010s Indian Retro 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Estate 14k Star Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A beautiful star sapphire ring! Crafted in 14k white gold, this ring features a bezel-set 2.5ct
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern 14k Diamond Ring Used

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

Ladies 14K Diamond Rudy Swan Ring
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This exquisite ladies’ ring is crafted in 14 karat yellow gold and features a graceful swan with
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Early 2000s Unknown Art Deco 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Keepsake 0.96ctw Tanzanite Diamond Ring 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Keepsake 14K gold ring featuring an approximately 0.50-carat marquise tanzanite measuring 9
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1990s 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold

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

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Amethyst and Diamonds 14k gold ring
Amethyst and Diamonds 14k gold ring
$576 Sale Price / item
40% Off
Multi-Row Wide Diamond Crossover Band Ring 1.61 Carats 18 Karat White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
14 Karat white gold crossover ring featuring three rows of diamonds containing 183 round brilliants
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2010s Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Emerald Illusion Diamond Band Ring 0.21 Carats 14 Karat Yellow Gold 2.6 Grams
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Emerald motif illusion band ring featuring baguette and round brilliants weighing 0.21 carats, in
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2010s Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pearl And Diamond Ring 14K Gold
Located in Bradenton, FL
14K Pearl And Diamond Ring. 14K yellow gold ring contains 1 round brilliant cut diamond. WEIGHT
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Late 20th Century Modern 14k Diamond Ring Used

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Vintage 14K Gold Aquamarine Diamond Modernist Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A striking vintage 14K gold modernist ring showcasing a beautifully faceted pale aquamarine
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1980s 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold

Yellow Gold Onyx Diamond Ring - 14k
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 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, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Pearl Diamond 14K Gold Ring
Located in Cincinnati, OH
This beautiful ring is timeless and a must have! 14 karat yellow gold 3 white pearls, approximately
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1970s 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Refined 3-Row Diamond Ring in 14k
Located in Bloomington, MN
This refined ring is crafted in 14k rose gold and showcases a striking three-row design set with
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Refined 3-Row Diamond Ring in 14k
Refined 3-Row Diamond Ring in 14k
$1,680 Sale Price
20% Off
Diamond Cluster 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This striking 14K yellow gold ring from the 1960s features a bold, open work nugget design
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1960s 14k Diamond Ring Used

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Gold Ring Halo Diamond Ring Engagement Ring Wedding Ring
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Halo Diamond Ring is made of 14k solid gold featured with natural white sparkly diamond Handset by
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern 14k Diamond Ring Used

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

Estate 14k "Happy Diamond" Heart Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A wonderful "happy diamond" heart ring! This romantic piece is crafted in 14k white gold and
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 14k White Gold 0.41tcw Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This striking vintage ring is crafted in 14k white gold and features an eye-catching geometric
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20th Century 14k Diamond Ring Used

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Engagement Ring Three Diamond 14k Solid Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond Engagement Ring Three Diamond Wedding Promise Ring 14k Solid Gold Ring Light weight can be
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2010s Indian 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

14K Yellow Gold Marquise Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14k yellow gold Diamonds: 1 Marquise Diamond: 0.95cttw Color: I Clarity
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21st Century and Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural 0.17cts Diamond Ring in 14K Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
Yellow Gold Gold Purity: 14K White Gold DIAMOND Weight: 0.17 cts This ring is available in all sizes
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2010s Indian 14k Diamond Ring Used

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

14K Yellow Gold Ring with Diamonds
Located in Berlin, DE
This refined yellow gold ring made of 14 karat gold stands out with its unique wave design
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern 14k Diamond Ring Used

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14K White Gold Cluster Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A dazzling vintage diamond cluster ring crafted in 14K white gold, featuring a breathtaking
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1960s 14k Diamond Ring Used

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14k White Gold Ring with Diamonds
Located in Berlin, DE
Elegant 14K White Gold Ring with Diamonds – Timeless Beauty in Every Detail This exquisite ring
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern 14k Diamond Ring Used

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Emerald and Diamonds 14k Gold Ring, Vintage Style Emerald and Diamonds Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Emerald and diamonds 14k gold ring. Vintage style emerald and diamonds ring Weight - 3 gr
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2010s Asian Modern 14k Diamond Ring Used

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Natural Tanzanite 14k Gold Ring, Tanzanite Diamond Engagement Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Natural tanzanite 14k gold ring. Tanzanite Diamond Engagement Ring. Engagement Oval Cut Tanzanite
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2010s Turkish Modern 14k Diamond Ring Used

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold

Natural 0.33cts Diamond Ring in 14K Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
dazzling diamond engagement ring is crafted of fine 14-carat yellow gold and features a pavé setting of
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2010s Indian 14k Diamond Ring Used

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

14k Gold Natural Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
14kt yellow gold diamond cluster ring with 4 larger natural mined diamonds ranging from .42 to .50
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2010s American 14k Diamond Ring Used

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Retro 14k Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous emerald and diamond ring from the Retro (ca1960s) era! Crafted in 14k yellow gold, the
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1950s American Retro 14k Diamond Ring Used

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Natural 0.68cts Diamond Ring in 14K Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
Gold Purity: 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Weight: 0.68 ct this ring is available in all sizes FOLLOW US ON
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2010s Indian 14k Diamond Ring Used

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Edwardian 14k Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous emerald and diamond ring from the Edwardian (ca1900s) era! Crafted in 14k white gold
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Early 1900s Edwardian 14k Diamond Ring Used

Materials

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

Natural 0.27cts Diamond Ring in 14K Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
Gold Weight: 2.146 gms Gold Purity: 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Weight: 0.27 ct this ring is available in
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2010s Indian 14k Diamond Ring Used

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Natural 0.20cts Diamond Ring in 14K Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
brilliance and sophistication. A perfect blend of simplicity and luxury, this diamond and 14-carat gold ring
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2010s Indian 14k Diamond Ring Used

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Estate 14k Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A beautiful ruby and diamond ring! Crafted in 14k yellow gold, this ring features a square-shaped
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20th Century Modern 14k Diamond Ring Used

Materials

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

Natural 0.19cts Diamond Ring in 14K Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
Weight: 2.002 gms Gold Purity: 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Weight: 0.19 cts this ring is available in all
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2010s Indian 14k Diamond Ring Used

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Estate 14k Diamond Half Eternity Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A stunning diamond eternity band! Crafted in14k white gold, this stunning ring is comprised of a
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern 14k Diamond Ring Used

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Natural 0.20cts Diamond Ring in 14k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
Weight: 1.830 gms Gold Weight: 1.790 gms Gold Purity: 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Weight: 0.20 cts this ring
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2010s Indian 14k Diamond Ring Used

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

14k White Gold 2.9ct Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k White Gold 2.9ct Diamond Engagement Ring This stunning 2.9ct Diamond Engagement Ring is in
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern 14k Diamond Ring Used

Materials

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

Engagement Diamond Ring in 14k white gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Engagement Diamond Ring in 14k white gold This 14k white gold engagement ring features a classic
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary 14k Diamond Ring Used

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Retro 14k Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous emerald and diamond ring from the Retro (ca1960s) era! Crafted in 14k yellow gold, the
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1960s Retro 14k Diamond Ring Used

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 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.