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18K Yellow Gold Band Ring with Sapphire and Baguette Diamonds
Located in Bergamo, BG
are fully covered by us. -------------------- A luxurious 18K yellow gold band ring featuring an oval
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Late 20th Century Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18k white gold sapphire diamond cocktail ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage 18k white gold ring highlights three vibrant pear-shaped sapphires framed by brilliant
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Vintage 1980s Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Edwardian 18k Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
crafted in 18k yellow gold, and has an alternating sapphire and diamond design that decorates the front of
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Band Ring with Diamonds and Sapphire Rows
Located in Bergamo, BG
. Key Features: 18k yellow gold band ring Square-cut sapphires: 0.28 carats total Round-cut diamonds
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Late 20th Century Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marquise Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphire and Brown Diamond Ring in 18K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Pink Sapphire 1.61 carats with Blue Sapphire 1.63 carats and Brown Diamond 1.28 carats Ring set in
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2010s Thai More Rings

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Brown Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
fine and impressive antique sapphire and diamond cocktail ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

18k Yellow Gold Ring with Diamond Pavé and Sapphire Accents
Located in Bergamo, BG
are fully covered by us. -------------------- An elegant 18k yellow gold ring featuring a unique
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Late 20th Century Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Purple Star Sapphire, Purple Sapphire and Diamond Ring set in 18K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Purple Star Sapphire 1.86 carats, Purple Sapphire 2.09 carats and Diamond 0.19 carat Ring set in
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2010s Thai Contemporary Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Star Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Unheated Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unheated Blue Sapphire 4.75 carats, Pink Sapphire 0.96 carat and Diamond 1.21 carats Ring set in
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2010s Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Purple Star Sapphire, Purple Sapphire and Brown Diamond Ring in 18K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Purple Star Sapphire 5.49 carats, Purple Sapphire 2.24 carats and Brown Diamond 0.75 carats Ring
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2010s Thai Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Brown Diamond, Star Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Sapphire Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Sapphire & Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold This beautiful ring is crafted in 18k white gold and
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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

18K Yellow Gold Band Ring with Diamonds and Sapphire Baguettes
Located in Bergamo, BG
are fully covered by us. -------------------- A sleek and refined 18K yellow gold band ring featuring
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Late 20th Century Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Ring with Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Baguettes
Located in Bergamo, BG
are fully covered by us. -------------------- A sophisticated 18K yellow gold ring featuring a central
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Late 20th Century Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Diamond Sapphire Ring 18K White Gold Band
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Diamond Sapphire Ring 18K White Gold Band This wonderful piece of estate jewelry is
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20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Captivating 5.57ct Sapphire and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Captivating 5.57ct Sapphire and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified A true
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2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring with Oval Sapphire and Diamonds
Located in Bergamo, BG
are fully covered by us. -------------------- A classic 18K yellow gold solitaire ring featuring a
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Late 20th Century Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.02Ct yellow sapphire and diamond ring in 18k solid gold
Located in Singapore, SG
1.02Ct yellow sapphire and diamond ring in 18k solid gold Yellow is a warm and inviting color
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21st Century and Contemporary Singaporean Art Deco Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold

Art Nouveau 18k Gold Ring with Diamonds Sapphire
Located in Aventura, FL
Experience the enchanting beauty of this Art Nouveau ring, meticulously crafted in 18k yellow gold
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Antique 1890s Art Nouveau Engagement Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Levian 18k Yellow Gold Pink Sapphire and Channel Diamond Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
18k yellow gold ring. This beautiful, colorful ring features a faceted oval shape, deep pink color
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.29 Carat Pink Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18k Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
diamonds in 18k gold. The sapphire is a cushion shape with rich, saturated color and exceptional clarity
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Eostre Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold. The main sapphire is secured by 4 white gold
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2010s Australian Contemporary Band Rings

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Late Victorian (c. 1880–1900) Ruby Sapphire Diamond Cluster Ring in 18 K Yello
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
top, all meticulously set in warm 18 K yellow gold. The delicate gallery and openwork undercarriage
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Antique 1890s French Victorian Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Three Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Count: 20 diamonds Diamond Carat Weight
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural pink sapphire diamond ring in 18k gold
Located in New York, NY
Pink sapphire baguette cut eternity band diamond ring gold Natural pink sapphire diamond ring gold
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2010s Indian Bridal Rings

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Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

18K Yellow Gold 0.78ct Diamond and Sapphire Fleur de Lis Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
split shank. This 18K Yellow Gold 0.78 ct Diamond and 0.65 ct Sapphire Fleur de Lis Ring is offered in
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Ladies Ring with Blue Sapphire and Diamonds
Located in LA, CA
Item # 8184 18K Ladies Ring with 11.06 ct Ceylon Blue Sapphire, .84ct Cadillac Diamond, and .41ct
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Fashion Rings

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

3.00 Carat Blue Natural Sapphire and Diamond Ring 18K Gold
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
Three Stone Sapphire & Diamond Ring. The Mounting is Solid 18K Yellow Gold, White Gold, or platinum. It
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

1.36 Carats Sapphire and Diamond Ring 18k White Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Sapphire = 1.36 Carat Diamonds = 1.59 Carats Metal: 18K White Gold Ring Size: 7.5* US *It can be
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Tanzanite, Sapphire, White Gold

18K Yellow Gold Band Ring with Blue Sapphire and Diamonds
Located in Bergamo, BG
are fully covered by us. -------------------- A timeless 18K yellow gold band ring, featuring a
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Late 20th Century Italian Fashion Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hydrogrossular Garnet Ring, 18k Gold, Diamonds, Orange Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire
Located in Mission Viejo, CA
– 18k Yellow Gold, Hydrogrossular Garnet, Diamonds, Orange Sapphires, Yellow Sapphires   Weight – 4.60
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold

Estate 18K White Gold Baguette Diamond and Sapphire Wedding Band Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Estate 18K White Gold Baguette Diamond and Sapphire Wedding Band Ring. This beautiful
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Wedding Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Invisible-Set Sapphire and Pavé Diamond 18K Gold Ring
Located in Houston, TX
18K yellow gold ring with diamonds and blue sapphires. There are 52 round diamonds that total 1.30
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Late 20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Blue Sapphire and Diamond Wedding Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Blue Sapphire ring in 18K Gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Dazzling 1.31ct Sapphire and Diamonds Cocktail Ring in 18k Rose Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Dazzling 1.31ct Sapphire and Diamonds Cocktail Ring in 18k Rose Gold - GIA Certified This stunning
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2010s Israeli Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Captivating 14.75ct Sapphire and Diamonds Cocktail Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Captivating 14.75ct Sapphire and Diamonds Cocktail Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - GIA Certified
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2010s Israeli Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate 18K Gold Ring with 2.16ct Unheated Padparadscha Sapphire and Diamonds
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Estate 18K Gold Ring with 2.16ct Unheated Padparadscha Sapphire and Diamonds This exceptional
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2010s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

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Sapphire, Diamond, Padparadscha Sapphire , 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 18k White Gold Diamond and Sapphire Filigree Dinner Ring
Located in New York, NY
Stone: 0.17tcw Diamonds, Lab Sapphires Measurements: 14.5 x 19 x 4.4mm Ring Size: 5.25 Metal: 18k Gold
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Antique Early 19th Century Art Deco Fashion Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Antique sapphire diamond 18k rose gold cluster ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
cut diamonds in a warm 18k rose gold setting. Center stone: Cushion cut blue sapphire Weight
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Antique 1890s Victorian Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Pink Sapphire Briolettes and Diamond 18K Rose Gold Ballerine Ring
Located in London, GB
This one of a kind Pink Sapphire Briolettes and Diamond Ballerine Ring in 18K Rose Gold by Barbara
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2010s English Contemporary Band Rings

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Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Captivating 14.00ct Sapphire and Diamonds Cocktail Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Captivating 14.00ct Sapphire and Diamonds Cocktail Ring in 18k White Gold - GIA Certified Make a
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2010s Israeli Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Stunning 2.78ct Sapphire and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Stunning 2.78ct Sapphire and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k White Gold - GIA Certified Indulge in
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2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sapphire and Diamond Shooting Star Cocktail Ring
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
diamonds 18k white gold Over 14mm wide Currently a size 6.5, this ring can easily be resized.
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire

18k White Gold 1.51ct Ceylon Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring GIA
Located in New York, NY
by four prongs. The sapphire is surrounded by a halo of brilliant round diamonds, enhancing its
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Blue-Sapphire Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Sphere Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A fun and stylish everyday ring featuring 3.55 carats of bright vivid blue sapphires and 1.60
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21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold 1.28ct Diamond and Pink Sapphire Ring MF06-070125
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This timeless ring is stylish, sophisticated, and endlessly impressive. The bold 18K Yellow Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.50 Ct Ceylon Sapphires Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Summer outfit with this multicolor ring in 18k rose gold with baguettes but multicolor Ceylon
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

18k Yellow Gold Aquamarine with Blue Sapphires and Diamonds Ring
By Avanti
Located in Carrollton, TX
This immaculate aquamarine is set in a handmade setting with blue sapphires and diamonds on 18k
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2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Blue Sapphire Diamond 18k White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
surround the sapphires and add brilliance and sparkle to the piece. Made in 18k white gold, this stunning
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k Diamond and Sapphire Three Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
Add a touch of modern elegance with our 18k diamond and sapphire three stone ring. The stunning
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21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This radiant ring is crafted in luminous 18K yellow gold and centers on a stunning 6×4 mm blue
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2010s Hong Kong Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Pink Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in London, GB
7.30ct Pink sapphire and round brilliant diamond cocktail ring in 18k white gold. Featuring the
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Yellow Gold Natural Diamond and Sapphire Pinky Ring
Located in New York, NY
Introducing a delightful pair of 18 karat yellow gold pink earrings, dazzling with 0.17 carats of
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

White Sapphire, Rainbow Color Sapphire and Diamond Ring set in 18K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
White Sapphire 1.93 carats, Rainbow Color Sapphire 1.25 carats and Diamond 0.26 carat Ring set in
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2010s Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

White Sapphire, Fancy Sapphire and Diamond Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
White Sapphire 0.90 carats, Fancy Sapphire 1.90 carats and Diamond 0.49 carat Ring set in 18K Rose
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2010s Thai Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Blue Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Gemstone ring in 18K Gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Magnificent 18K White Gold Blue Sapphire and Halo Diamond Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18K Gold is a sign of pure love. For centuries, diamonds have
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k 750 White Gold Natural Diamond and Sapphire Ring Size 6.5
Located in New York, NY
Sapphire and Diamond Ring Metal Type: 18K White Gold Total Item Weight: 4.6 Grams Ring Size: 6.5
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

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18k Gold And Diamond Sapphire Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate 18k gold and diamond sapphire ring for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 2405 vintage editions and 2303 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a 18k gold and diamond sapphire ring 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. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat versions are of considerable interest. A 18k gold and diamond sapphire ring from Georgios Collections Inc, Cartier and LB Exclusive — 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 cushion cut alternatives. Most of our 18k gold and diamond sapphire ring for sale are for women, but there are 1352 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a 18k Gold And Diamond Sapphire Ring?

Prices for a 18k gold and diamond sapphire ring can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $249 and can go as high as $499,264, while this accessory, on average, fetches $4,881.

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.