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Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Ruby, Diamond Pearl Marquise Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Marquise Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Circa 1900 Exquisite in design, this 18ct yellow gold
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby 18 Karat Gold Mother of Pearl Cocktail Ring
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Very nice 18 kt gold gr.23,20 cocktail ring with oval Lucent mother of pearl in the center a ruby
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2010s Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

1.70 Carat Ruby and South Sea Pearl Between The Finger Diamond Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Between The Finger Ring The ring is 18K White Gold There are 1.70 Carats in Rubies There are 0.30
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Wh...

Serenity Index Finger Ring in 18 Karat Gold with Diamonds, Rubies And A Pearl
By Alexia Gryllaki
Located in Athens, Ekali
faceted rubies approx. 0.30cts cultured pearl Ring size can be customised and price might be adjusted
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2010s Greek Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yoko London South Sea Pearl, Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
By Yoko London
Located in London, GB
- 1.13cts of Rubies - 0.8cts of Diamonds - 18K White Gold
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2010s British Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18...

Natkina Tahiti and White Pearl Emerald Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Pearl d14,0-14,5 2-8,7 ct 16,4 18 K Gold It is our honour to create fine jewelry, and it’s for that
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2010s Swiss Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Black Pearl, Natural Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold

Victorian 1880 Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Rubies And Round White Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
An European Victorian ring with rubies and pearls. Beautiful and delicate antique ring, created in
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Antique 1880s English Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lizard Chameleon Ruby Diamond Pave and Green 18K Rose White Gold Animal Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Diamonds 0.07 CT 8 Green Garnet 0.08 CT 6 Ruby 0.09 CT 18KR 8.35 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Nathalie Jean Diamond Ruby Tourmaline Pearl Gold Colored Gemstone Cocktail Ring
By Nathalie Jean
Located in Milan, Lombardia
, rubies, white pearls and carnelian set in 18 karat rosé gold, a warm, sophisticated color close to yellow
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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Carnelian, Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k G...

German Kabirski Rhea Raw Rubies Cultured Pearl Gold-Plated Silver Ring
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
, Nickel-Free, Hypoallergenic, Safe for Sensitive Skin Gemstones: Pearl, Rough Ruby Plating: 18K Gold Width
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2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

18ct Gold French Hallmarked, Edwardian Ruby Pearl Ring with Feather shoulders
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ring 18ct Rose Gold French Hallmarked Circa 1910 Step back in time with this exquisite
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Early 20th Century French Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18ct Yellow Gold Victorian Ruby, Pearl Diamond Ring Hallmarked Birmingham 1877
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1877 This exquisite 18ct yellow gold
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Moonstone Ruby 18k White Gold Rings
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold ring centering a beautiful
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby Ruby Cluster Cocktail Ring 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby & Ruby Retro Cluster Cocktail Ring 18K Gold & Silver Can be worn
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Late 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver

Handcraft Baroque Pearls 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Ruby Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
, we will be happy to satisfy your every need. 18 karat white gold cocktail ring. Handmade by our
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique 18ct Gold French Edwardian Ruby Diamond Pearl Daisy Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Daisy Ring 18ct Gold French Stamped Circa 1900 This stunning 18ct yellow gold daisy ring
Category

Early 20th Century French Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Nathalie Jean Diamond Ruby Tourmaline Pearl Gold Colored Gemstone Cocktail Ring
By Nathalie Jean
Located in Milan, Lombardia
), three different shades of pink tourmalines, rubies and white pearl, set in 18 karat rosé gold -a
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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Mobe Pearl Diamond Sapphire Ruby Halo White Gold Mid-Century Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Fantastic Mid-Century late 1950's Mobe pearl, diamond, sapphire and ruby cocktail ring. Beautifully
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Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Fresh Water Pearl with Ruby Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Fresh Water Pearl with Ruby 1.18 carats Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 2.0 cm
Category

2010s Thai More Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

MIKIMOTO Tahitian Pearl Cocktail Ring 18Kt Gold With 9.33 Ctw Rubies Diamonds
By Mikimoto
Located in Miami, FL
jewelry company of Mikimoto. The cocktail ring has been crafted in solid white gold of 18 karats with high
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Vintage 1970s Japanese Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, Ruby, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, White Gold, Rhod...

South Sea Pearl with Ruby and Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
South Sea Pearl with Ruby 4.20 carats and Diamond 0.65 carat Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold
Category

2010s Thai Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pearls Diamonds Emeralds Rubies Sapphires 18 Karats White Gold Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. Spectacular ring mounted in 18 carat white gold made entirely by hand by
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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bochic “Orient” Spark Ruby, Pearl Multi Gem Ring Set In 18K Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Spark Ruby, Pearl & Multi Gem Ring Set In 18K & Silver Center Oval Shape Natural
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pink Diamond, Pearl, Peridot, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphi...

Handcraft Australian Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Sapphires Ruby Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. 18 karat white gold cocktail ring. Handmade by our artisans assembled with
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

10k White Gold Pearl Ruby Womens Trilogy Ring, Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
This stunning ring has been set with one Cultured Pearl & two Rubies measuring 4.25mm (0.17") and
Category

2010s British Georgian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 10k Gold, White Gold

Sybarite Sceptre Ring in White Gold with White Diamonds, Rubies Pearl
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in London, GB
Sybarite Sceptre ring is fit for a queen. 18K White Gold Pearl Charm Dangle Ring set with 1.46 Carat of
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2010s Italian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yel...

French Napoleon III Natural Pearl Ruby Diamond Duchess Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold. This gorgeous ‘Duchess’ antique ring is claw set with 2 rubies
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yell...

Ruby Mother of Pearl Diamond 18 Karat Cocktail Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold. It is hand set in 2.71 carats mother of
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cocktail Ring Cultured Pearl Emerald Amethyst Diamonds Ruby White Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
yourself, this ring will add a touch of sophistication to any outfit. White Gold 18 Carat Cultured Pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White ...

18K Rose Gold Tourmaline Diamond Ruby Bee Ring
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Rose Gold Tourmaline Diamonds Rubies Bee Ring 37 Black Diamonds / Fancy Diamonds 0.42 CT 4
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Ruby, Diamond, Rose Gold

Ruby Mother of Pearl Diamond 18 Karat Cocktail Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold. It is hand set in 5.9 carats mother of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Fresh Water Pearl with Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, Tsavorite Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Fresh Water Pearl with Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, Tsavorite 0.72 carat and Diamond 0.16 carat Ring set
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2010s Thai Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold

1962 Ring Ruby solid 18K Yellow Gold Ø 5US / 1.9gr
Located in SE
made rosy Red Ruby 9.25 mm x 7 mm / circa 2.5 ct . Swedish hallmarks, 18K and maker's,Stockholm. Marks
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

Vintage South Sea Pearl Cocktail Ring with Ruby Diamond Halo in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
authenticity and current appraisal value. Metal: 18 Karat White Gold Gemstones: Pearl, Ruby & Diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, South Sea Pearl, Pearl, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Multi Colors Sapphires Emeralds Ruby Diamond Scavia Unique 18K White Gold Ring
By Scavia
Located in Fairfax, VA
27 Carats of Sapphires, Rubies, Emeralds, Diamonds and Pearls Beautiful, Unique Shapes & Cuts
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2010s Italian Modern Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rubies Diamonds Mother of Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
This extraordinary 18-karat white gold ring is a true masterpiece of artistic jewelry, combining
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Moiseikin 18 Karat White Gold Ruby Tahiti Pearl Earrings
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Inspired by famous Russian Ballet, this Prima Star Ruby and Tahiti Pearl Ring created by MOISEIKIN®
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2010s Russian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Conch Pearl and Marquise Diamond Unique Everyday Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
/ Excellent Cut) Precious Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Ring Width: 2.20mm Another Conch Pearl will be replaced if
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2010s Hong Kong Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Pink Sapphire Diamonds Pearl Pave Butterfly Sweet 18K Rose Gold Animal Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
1.05 CT 38 Pink Sapphire 0.34 CT 8 Ruby 0.08 CT 18KR 4.42 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

1937 Nordic Ring Ruby solid 18K Gold Ø8US / 2.85 gr
Located in SE
A Ring from distant 1937 with old European diamond cut Ruby (likely lab-made ) Ø 4.5 mm / ca. 0.5
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Retro Solitaire Rings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

Antique Ring Ruby solid 18K Gold Ø US5 / 1 gr
Located in SE
Beautiful four - stones Ring, likely German, hand-made ca. 1920s -1930s. Band in solid 18ct Yellow
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Vintage 1930s European Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

1.34 Carat Ruby and 1.12 Carat Diamond, 18k Yellow Gold Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive ruby and diamond cluster ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The pierced decorated setting
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Vintage Ring Ruby Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ring Ø 7.5US / 2.3 gr
Located in SE
Vintage ca 1960s -1970s European ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with claw set diamond cut natural
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Vintage 1960s European Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Lucky Diamond Ruby Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Precious Alligator Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Matching Necklace Available It was no-one other then Maria Félix who created the trend of crocodile jewellery and made it a classic. In 1975 Félix commissioned her most exceptional ...
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2010s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tsavorite, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow...

Solid 9K White Gold Natural Ruby Pearl Victorian Trilogy Band Ring
Located in Chesham, GB
This ring is made from 9K White Gold with Genuine Natural Ruby & Natural Pearl. Like all our
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2010s British Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 9k Gold, White Gold

Antique Ring Diamond Ruby Sapphire solid 18K Gold ØUS8/ 2.5gr
Located in SE
Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with a row of natural Rubies, Diamonds and a natural Blue
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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby, 18k Gold

【Sculpted Geometry】Halo Ruby Aurora South Sea Pearl Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Pearl Jewelry Processed in Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18K Gold, Natural Diamonds, and Ruby
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, White Gold

Bochic “Capri” Natural Red Ruby Rose Sapphire Ring Set in 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Natural Red Ruby & Rose Sapphire Ring Set in 18K Gold & Silver Natural Ruby
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

White South Sea Pearl Pink Sapphire Diamonds Halo Detail 18K White Gold Ring
By Galt Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
This striking ring features a magnificent, luminous white south sea pearl at its center. The pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bochic “Orient” Emerald, Ruby Topaz Ring Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Emerald, Sapphire & Topaz Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Red Ruby, Oval
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

1914 Halo Ring Ruby Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Ø US7 / 2.8gr
Located in SE
Old Halo Ruby and Diamonds Ring once created 111 years ago on the territory of The Grand Duchy of
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Vintage 1910s Finnish Art Nouveau Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona 18k White Gold Ruby Heart White Diamond Solitaire Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona Design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 Karat white gold ring centering a 0.60 carat
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium

Alex Jona 18k White Gold Ruby Heart White Diamond Solitaire Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona Design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 Karat white gold ring centering a 0.99 carat
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, White Diamond, Rhodium, White Gold, 18k Gold

Bochic Curated Antique Ring From Burma 18k Solid Gold With Ruby Emeralds
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic Curated Antique Ring From Burma 18k Solid Gold & Ruby & Emerlad This is the kind of ring
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Antique Late 19th Century Burmese Retro Dome Rings

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Ring natural Ruby Diamonds solid 18K Gold ØUS 6.75 / 3.37gr
Located in SE
Beautiful Vintage Ruby and Diamonds Ring hand-made in Italy ca. 1960s - 1970s. Italian hallmarks
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

1937 Ring natural Diamond Ruby 18K Yellow Gold Platinum 8.75US / 3.3gr
Located in SE
cut and faceted Rubies in Platinum clusters. Band with carved shoulders. Swedish hallmarks,18K
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold

Sterling Silver Pearl Ruby Womens Half Eternity Ring, Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
Cultured Freshwater Pearls and Natural Rubies, each one measuring approx 3mm round. We design and make all
Category

2010s British Victorian Bridal Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Sterling Silver

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18k Gold Pearl And Ruby Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the 18k gold pearl and ruby ring 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, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 29 vintage editions and 26 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a 18k gold pearl and ruby 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 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. A 18k gold pearl and ruby ring from Alexander of Beverly Hills, Studio Rêves and Wendy Brandes — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also mixed cut cut and cabochon cut versions available here, too. Finding a 18k gold pearl and ruby ring for sale for women should be easy, but there are 13 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a 18k Gold Pearl And Ruby Ring?

Prices for a 18k gold pearl and ruby ring can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $595 and can go as high as $220,800, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,430.

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.