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Vintage Ruby and Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Style: Statement Ring Ring Size: 8 (resizing
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Set in 18K Gold, Ethiopian Opal, Mother of Pearl, Pink Sapphires Diamonds Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Ethiopian Opal is 4.60 carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Pearl, Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold

South Sea Pearl Diamond Two-Tone Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
yellow gold. The split shank and the milgrain design add to the femininity of this ring. Ring Size 5.25
Category

2010s American More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Gold

South Sea Pearl Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
the piece. Made in 18k yellow gold and ready to be worn! Ring Size 6.25 Weight: 13.4 grams
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Asch Grossbardt 18 KT Yellow Gold, 1.00 CT Diamond and Mother of Pearl Dome Ring
By Asch Grossbardt
Located in New York, NY
This lovely Asch Grossbardt ring in 18 karat yellow gold. The stunning dome shaped ring is set with
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

c1920s Vintage Art Deco Amethyst Ring Pearl Filigree 18k White Gold Oval Sz 8
Located in Torrance, CA
design. Appliques of yellow & rose gold foliate motifs adorn three points on the mount. The ring has a
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Akoya Pearl Ring, Edwardian, 18K, Platinum, Diamonds, GIA Certified
Located in Northampton, MA
This graceful and perfectly proportioned 18K yellow gold, platinum, and diamond ring hosts a pair
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Serenity Ring in 18 Karat Gold with Diamonds, Rubies And A Pearls
By Alexia Gryllaki
Located in Athens, Ekali
: approximately 4.5g (pair) Materials: 18 karat gold round brilliant-cut colorless diamonds approx. 0.15ct round
Category

2010s Greek Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Art Deco 18K Gold Pearl Old Mine Diamond Ring with Rose-Cut Halo
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
This elegant Art Deco ring, crafted in rich 18K yellow gold (750‰), presents a poised vertical
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

1920 Antique Ring Rubellite Seed Pearls solid 18K Gold Ø US7 / 1.8 gr.
Located in SE
Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with three natural Rubellites / or Red Tourmalines and 6
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Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Pearl, Rubelite, 18k Gold

Real 3.86 Carat Pearl 3.90 Carat SI/H Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite ring is handset with 3.86 carats Pearl and 3.90 carats of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1980s Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with a South Sea Pearl measuring 13.74mm, and Round Brilliant and
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Vintage 1980s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique Ring natural Diamonds solid 18K Yellow Gold US6.5 / 6.4gr
Located in SE
A ring in 18K Yellow Gold with double band and rectangular openwork ornamental crown with parts in
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Vintage 1930s German Arts and Crafts Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18kt. gold and Palladium Cultured Saltwater pearl and Diamond small size ring
Located in Braintree, GB
Vintage 18kt. yellow gold and Palladium Cultured Saltwater pearl and Diamond extra small size ring
Category

Vintage 1930s European Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Palladium

Pearl and Multi-Color Sapphire Floral Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
= 15.5mm Round Pink Sapphires = 3.55ct Orange & Yellow Sapphires = 3.20ct 18k White Gold with black rhodium
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Victor Mayer Solitaire Enamel Ring 18k Yellow Gold/White Gold with Diamonds
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Solitaire Enamel Ring 18k Yellow Gold/White Gold with Diamonds Ring Solitaire, 18k GG
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2010s German Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Rhodolite, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Orient” Vintage South Sea Pearl Fancy Sapphires Ring Set 18K Gold Si
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage South Sea Pearl & Fancy Sapphires Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural
Category

Late 20th Century Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Colombian Emerald Diamond and Pearl Cocktail Ring
Located in Denver, CO
-cut diamonds in a floral pattern atop an intricately hand-engraved 18K yellow gold mounting. Two
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Antique Early 19th Century Georgian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb Pearl 3.10ct Round Cut Diamond Pave 18K Gold Platinum Vintage Ring
By David Webb
Located in Aventura, FL
A Very Rare Vintage David Webb 18K Yellow Gold & Platinum Mabe Pearl & 3.10 ct Round Brilliant Cut
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Two Stone Pearl and Diamond Crossover Ring
Located in London, GB
: 3.2 grams Size: N Diamond Carat Weight: Approx. 0.50 carats Pearl: 1 (6mm) Tested As: 18ct Yellow Gold
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Bochic “Orient” Rose Cut Sapphire South Sea Pearl Ring Set 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Rose Cut Sapphire & South Sea Pearl Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver Beautiful large
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire...

Cocktail Pearl Ring with White Diamonds and Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
wonders of the cosmos. At its heart, a mesmerizing Australian gold pearl, encircled by two saturnesque
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2010s Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 1910 Natural pearl Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold With 1.36 Ctw In Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian ring with diamonds and natural pearl. A beautiful ring from the Belle Epoque period
Category

Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Set in 18K Gold, Tanzanite, Mother of Pearl, Black Onyx Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Tanzanite, Mother of Pearl & Black Onyx Cocktail Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

.85 Carat Pearl Diamond Gold Swirl Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Mobe pearl with a diamond halo setin 18k yellow gold. 48 full cut diamonds, approx. total weight
Category

Mid-20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Bochic “Orient” Vintage South Sea Pearl Fancy Sapphires Ring Set 18K Gold Si
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage South Sea Pearl & Fancy Sapphires Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural
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Late 20th Century Thai Baroque Revival Cocktail Rings

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

Van Cleef Arpels Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Vintage Alhambra Ring VCARA41100
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A beautiful 18k yellow gold mother of pearl Van Cleef & Arpels ring from the Vintage Alhambra
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21st Century and Contemporary French Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Set in 18K Gold, Emerald, Mother of Pearl, Blue Sapphire Diamond Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Ring set in 18K White Gold & Diamonds. The weight of the Emerald is 2.30 carats. The Emerald is
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Dome Rings

Materials

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

Estate 18K Baguette Diamond South Sea Pearl Large Floral Cocktail Ring 4.50ctw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
An impressive cocktail ring done in 18k yellow gold and channel set with approximately 4.50ctw in
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

South Sea Pearl and Ruby Ring in 18ct Rose Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
Custom made 18ct rose gold ring Featuring an Australian South Sea pearl set with over 100 rubies
Category

20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Victor Mayer Cocktail Green Enamel Ring 18k Yellow Gold/White Gold Diamonds
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Cocktail Green Enamel Ring 18k Yellow Gold/White Gold Diamonds VICTOR MAYER is a fine
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Enamel, White Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow 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...

SGL Certified Coral Mother of Pearl SI/H Diamond 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite ring is handset with 6.40 carats coral, 3.32 carats mother
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bochic “Capri” Rose Sapphires, Opal, Ruby Pearl Ring Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Rose Cut Fancy Color Sapphires, Opal, Ruby & Pearl Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Opal, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yell...

NWT $38, 000 18KT Gold 20CT Conch Pearl Black Opal Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
and Fancy Yellow Diamond Black Opal Ring. This Gorgeous Ring features 3 Gorgeous Conch Pearls at
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold

Doves Mother of Pearl and Turquoise Fashion Ring
Located in Rye Brook, NY
Manufactured by Doves. Main stone is turquoise with side opals and six diamonds. 18 karat yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Pearl and Diamond Solitaire Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
beautiful ring. Gemstone: Pearl Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum Age: 1910s Size: M 1/2
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Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Georgian 18 Karat Gold, Enamel and Seed Pearl Mourning Ring
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
An 18kt yellow gold, black enamel, and seed pearl mourning ring dating to 1817. The piece centres
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Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Signet Rings

Materials

Crystal, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Modern Sapphire Mother of Pearl Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bangle Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. The setting of this second-hand yellow gold ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

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

RUCHI Baroque-Shape Pearl, Pink Sapphire and Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Pearl: 3.87grm total weight Pink Sapphire: 0.37ct total weight Diamond: 0.13ct total
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

David Zoltan South Sea Pearl Diamond Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
David Zoltan Ring The ring is 18K Yellow Gold, 22K Yellow Gold and Platinum. The ring has an 11.2MM
Category

20th Century American Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Plat...

1900s Sparkly Opal Natural Pearl Gold Ring
Located in Berkeley, CA
Antique and Artisan Art Nouveau Opal and Natural Pearl Ring. This ring is elegant and austere with
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Cluster Rings

Materials

Natural Pearl, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

Silver Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Wide Band Ring in Two Tone 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
authenticity and current appraisal value. Metal: 18 Karat White and Yellow Gold Gemstones: Tahitian pearl and
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Djula Rare 18k Gold Diamond Mother of Pearl Double C Ring
Located in Geneva, CH
Designed by Alexandre Corrot for Djula, this pre-owned limited edition 18K yellow gold ring is hand
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 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

South Sea Pearl Brilliant Ring 18 kt Yellow Gold 0.51 ct W / VS-SI very elegant
Located in Viena, Viena
...elegant style, solidly crafted ring with gold-colored South Sea cultured pearls of 9.3 and 9.6
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2010s German Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Late Victorian Moonstone Pearl Gold Twin Heart Cluster Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
A late Victorian moonstone and pearl twin heart ring, the ring comprising two interlocking hearts
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Antique 1890s British Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Natural Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Victor Mayer Cocktail Opal White Enamel Ring 18k Yellow Gold/White Gold Diamonds
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Cocktail Opal White Enamel Ring 18k Yellow Gold/White gold Diamonds VICTOR MAYER is a
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Pearl and Diamond Cocktail Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Pearl and Diamond 18K Gold Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Solid 9k Yellow Gold Natural Sapphire Pearl Womens Trilogy Ring - Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
18K in Yellow, Rose or White Gold or Platinum and whatever stone combination you would like. Most of
Category

2010s British Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Purple Sapphire and Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Ring
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
and Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Ring a bold statement-making cocktail ring. The 18k yellow gold band
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Ruby and Pearl Ring Hallmarked Birmingham Circa 1870
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Victorian Pearl & Ruby Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Circa 1870 Hallmarked Birmingham Crafted
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Checkerboard Ring Inlaid Turquoise MOP 18k Yellow Gold Sz 7 Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
. Metal & Hallmark: 18 karat yellow gold. The ring is hallmarked "18k" and "Italy"
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.86Ct Oval Pearl 3.9Ct SI/H Diamond Halo 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 14-karat gold, these exquisite ring is handset with 3.86 carats Pearl and 3.90 carats of
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Baroque South Sea Pearl Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
round brilliant cut diamonds. The ring is made of 18K Gold that is black rhodium finished. Ring Size
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21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rhodium

Opal 18 Karat Gold Natural Grey Pearl Ring
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Carved opal in a lotus flower shape, 18 kt yellow gold gr.8,10 natural grey pearl, size 13 eu All
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2010s Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Edwardian 0.65ct Diamond and Pearl Twist Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
from 18 carat yellow gold. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.65 Colour: H
Category

Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

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

Find the exact 18k yellow gold and pearl ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. 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 323 vintage editions and 206 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect 18k yellow gold and pearl ring may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing 18k yellow gold and pearl ring — no matter the origin — is easy, but Van Cleef Arpels, Yoko London and Chanel each produced a popular version that is worth a look. While most can agree that any 18k yellow gold and pearl ring from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Pearl version from the 385 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also brilliant cut and old european cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for a 18k yellow gold and pearl ring, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

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

The price for a 18k yellow gold and pearl ring starts at $300 and tops out at $506,975 with these rings, on average, selling for $2,895.

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.

Questions About 18k Yellow Gold And Pearl Ring
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, 18k gold can tarnish, but it is uncommon. Pure gold does not combine easily with oxygen and therefore does not tarnish. The higher the karat, the less likely a piece of gold will tarnish.