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Diamond Rings Baccarat Pearl Crystal White Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
Discover the timeless elegance of the Baccarat collection of gold, pearl, crystal and diamond rings
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern More Rings

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Platinum GIA Saltwater White Pearl Solitaire Baguette Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
pearl ring remains in excellent condition and comes with the original GIA certification for the pearl
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

White Gold Cultured Pearl, Aquamarine, Diamond Ring - 14k .56ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 4 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 1 size for $40 or Down 1/2 a size for $40 Metal Content: 14k White Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Pearl Halo Diamond Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
SGL. A single round pearl sits at the center of this openwork band ring, framed by two halos of
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

18K Gold Tourmaline Cabochon and Mother of Pearl Flower Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an 18k gold ring featuring a green cabochon, mother of pearl flowers and diamond accents
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

18K White Gold Pearl 1.87ct Diamond Bypass Cocktail Ring – Size 5.25
Located in New York, NY
Title: A bold vintage cocktail ring crafted in 18K white gold, featuring two luminous 10mm pearls
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20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

French 1925s Certified Fine Pearl Baguette, Cut Diamonds Platinum Art Deco Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
with a fine pearly white orient pearl, with a baguette-cut diamond on either side in a closed setting
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Yellow Gold Akoya Pearl Diamond Vintage Ring - 18k .24ctw Feathers
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 8 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $80 or Down 1 size for $60 Note: Resizing the ring will
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

White South Sea Pearl and Marquise Diamond Cocktail Ring in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
backdrop that enhances the pearl and diamonds’ innate beauty. Every detail is thoughtfully designed, from
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

New French Natural Tahitian Pearl Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Platinum Ring
By Baume
Located in Poitiers, FR
this design on the beginning of the ring band are 2 other diamonds. Size of the pearl : height : 1.1
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

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

18 Karat White Gold Akoya Pearl Diamond Flower Ring by MOISEIKIN
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
White Gold Ring, 4.12 gr.Size 17.0mm (US 6.5) , 1 Akoya Pearls, 7.82 mm, 0.68 gr. 3 Diamond, 0.06 ct. 2
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2010s Thai Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire 2.14 carats and Diamond 0.23 carat Ring set in 18K White Gold
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2010s Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pisces Zodiac Cocktail Ring Tahitian Pearl Diamonds Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The Pisces zodiac cocktail ring features an untreated Tahitian pearl of 13mm diameter. The pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

【Crown Radiance】Celestial Cluster Aurora Baby Akoya Pearl Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Pearl, 18k White Gold, and Natural Diamonds Dimensions - Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 2-6 mm Quality: AAA
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Mikimoto 18K White Gold Tahitian Pearl Accented Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Mikimoto
Located in Houston, TX
One ladies 18K white gold diamond and pearl accented cocktail ring with a half-round shank. The metal
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Modern Precious Pearl White Diamond Blue Sapphire White Gold Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 14 K (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 7-Round 57-0,03-5/5A Pearl d12,5-13,0 1
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2010s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

Sea-life Octopus Movable Tentacle Diamond Pearl 14k Gold Ring
Located in Long Island City, NY
your ensemble. Dive into style with the Sea-life Octopus Movable Tentacle Diamond Pearl Ring
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2010s American Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

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

South Sea Pearl Onyx Diamond Ring Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond cocktail ring features a pearl of 17mm diameter. The pearl is
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

White Gold Tahitian Pearl Diamond Halo Ring - 14k .35ctw Cathedral
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Tahitian Pearl Color: Grey Size: 10mm Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .35ctw Cut: Round
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

【Vine Symphony】Golden Peony South Sea Pearl Ring with Yellow White Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with this breathtaking Aurora South Sea Pearl ring, a true
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, White Gold

Light Gold South Sea and Tahitian Pearl Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
measuring 11.5-12mm, and Marquise and Pear-Shaped Diamonds weighing approximately 2.80 carats. Size 6 1/2
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Platinum

Yoko London Baroque South Sea Pearl and Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Yoko London
Located in London, GB
This exceptional ring by Yoko London features an alluring Baroque South Sea Pearl as it's focal
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2010s British Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Pearl Strong Tank Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 18.5 grams. Totally is diamond 2 ct. The diamond is has G-H
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1990s European Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Yellow Gold Akoya Pearl Diamond Ring - 18k Round Brilliant .55ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Akoya Pearl Color: White Size: 8.2mm Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .55ctw Cut: Round
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18 Karat Gold Pearl 0.11 Carat Diamond Twisted Cocktail Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a vintage twisted cocktail ring crafted in 18K gold. Circa 1980. The piece features: - 2
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20th Century Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

14k White Gold 6.9mm Pearl and 1.40ctw Old Mine Cut Cushion Diamonds Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Width: 6.9mm (at the pearl) - 16.4mm (0.64") (top of the ring - east to west - diamond to diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Georgian Royal Blue Enamel Diamond Natural Pearl 18 KT Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
: none/worn Gems: 1 natural pearl of 4 mm. in diameter – 1 tier of natural half pearls of 2 to 1.5 mm. in
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Antique Late 18th Century European Georgian Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

1920s Art Deco Fine Pearl Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Platinum Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
-cut diamonds. Diameter of the pearl : 8/8,5 mm approximately. Total weight of the 2 main diamonds
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

1900s Belle Epoque Fine Pearl Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Platinum Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
charming antique pearl and diamond ring from the Belle Epoque, a period when jewelers revived the codes of
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Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Engagement Rings

Materials

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

19th Century Natural Pearl Pear- Cut Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
the start of the ring, are 2 x 3 antique brilliant- cut diamonds. Weight of the pear-cut diamonds
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Art Deco 0.35ct Diamond and Pearl Two Stone Twist Ring, c.1930s
Located in London, GB
carat diamond, claw set into platinum along side an ethereal pearl. The transitional cut diamond is of
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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum, White Gold

Natural Pearl and Diamond Vintage Style Ring in Solid 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
white freshwater pearls, their allure accentuated by the natural diamonds set in prongs, strategically
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Gold, Victorian Demantoid Garnet, Emerald, Diamond Pearl Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
of the ring measures approximately 16.4mm in width and 10.4mm in height. UK Size P 1/2 US Size 8
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Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Edwardian Natural Pearl .85 Ct Mine Cut Diamond Rare ring
Located in Napoli, IT
throughout with old mine cut Diamond for approx .85 Ct TCW rated G/H VVS/VS Ring has been hand crafted of
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Antique Early 1900s European Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

18K Gold Indigo Blue Tourmaline, Peacock Green Tahiti Pearl Diamond Ring
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Sapphire Rd 2/2 21 pc 0.513ct Aquamarine Ov-9,5*8 1 pc 2.250ct Aquamarine Rd-7,0 1 pc 1.083ct TSP Pearl
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2010s Russian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Tanzanite, Blue Sapphire, Natural Pearl, Pearl, Diamond, Aqu...

18.5mm Pearl Onyx Diamond Cocktail Ring White Gold Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The pearl and diamond cocktail ring features a voluminous South Sea pearl of 18.5mm diameter. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

White Gold Cultured Tahitian Pearl Diamond Bypass Ring 14k .18ctw Swirl
Located in Greensboro, NC
Gold Stone Information Cultured Tahitian Pearl Size: 12mm Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .18ctw Cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

South Sea Pearl Yellow Sapphire Diamond Cocktail Ring Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond ring features a pearl of 14mm diameter. The design consists of one
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Yellow Sapphire, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gol...

Toi Moi Huge Australian South Sea Pearl Ring with White, Black, Brown Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Toi & Moi Huge Australian South Sea Pearl Ring With White, Black, Brown Diamonds Amazing ring
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Pearl, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k...

Mother of Pearl Diamond Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
SGL. Bold dome ring featuring a central square panel of round natural diamonds flanked by curved
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

White Gold Cultured Pearl Diamond Ring - 14k Round Brilliant .10ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Gold Stone Information Cultured Pearl Color: Purplish Grey Size: 7.4mm Natural Diamonds Carat(s
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

French 19th Century Garnet Fine Pearl Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
its departure of 2 patterns in arabesques set with rose- cut diamonds. In the center, a round garnet
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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Mother of Pearl Diamond Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
SGL. This leaf-inspired ring features interwoven curves of luminous mother-of-pearl and a pavé
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Sybarite Sceptre Ring in White Gold with White Diamonds, Sapphires Pearl
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in London, GB
18 karat gold, with each element perfectly set with round cut pavé diamonds and South Sea pearls
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pearl,...

Gucci 18K Gold Mother-of-Pearl and Diamond 4 Leaf Clover Ring
By Gucci
Located in Palm Beach, FL
gold with realistic leaves fashioned from slightly bombe Mother-of-Pearl surrounding the diamond center
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French, 20th Century, Diamond Pearl 18 Karat Rose Gold Crown Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
, shouldered on both sides of 2 antique cushion-cut diamonds. On either side of the head, two scrolling
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Antique Victorian Blue Enamel, Diamond Pearl Ring 14K Gold - c.1860
Located in London, GB
blue enamel panels, half pearls and an old cut diamond in the centre. In between each section, an area
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Antique 1860s Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

South Sea Pearl 16mm Diamond Ring Rose Gold Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond ring features a pearl of 16mm diameter. The pearl is untreated. It
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold,...

Vintage 18 Karat Gold Pearl TW 1.00 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
features: - 1 pearl, cultured - 10 diamonds, round brilliant cut, TW 1.00ct, RW+/RW, SI Weight: 7.21g Size
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20th Century Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

SOUTH SEAS Gia Certified Pearl Cocktail Ring In Platinum With 1.71 Ctw Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Cocktail ring with South-Seas pearl and diamonds. Beautiful cocktail ring mounted with an
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Vintage 1970s American Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum

Vintage 14 Karat Gold Pearl 0.49 Carat Diamond Openwork Cocktail Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
cultured pearl - 28 diamonds, RBC-17, TW 0.42ct, RW-W, VS-SI - 6 diamonds, rectangular step cut, TW 0.07ct
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Mid-20th Century Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Estate 18K Tahitian Pearl Baguette Round Diamond Cocktail Ring 2.50cttw 12.80mm
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A bold and classic cocktail ring done in 18K yellow gold and centered by a 12.80mm Tahitian pearl
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cultured Pearl Flower Diamond Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
SGL. This floral-inspired ring features a soft pink cultured pearl at the center, surrounded by petal
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Dome Rings

Materials

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

Mother of Pearl Diamond Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
, or special evenings. ★ MATERIALS ★ ♥ Stone: Mother of Pearl Carat: 2.50ct ♥ Stone: Natural Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Edwardian 14K Gold Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Garnet, Pearl Harem Ring
Located in Venice, CA
This beautiful 14k gold Edwardian harem ring contains an array of Rose Cut diamonds, pearls
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Rare Red / Yellow / Orange Sapphire Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring Yellow Gold 14 K (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 1-RND-0,01-H/VS2A Orange Sapphire 2
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

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2 Pearl And Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact 2 pearl and diamond ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect 2 pearl and diamond ring among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, .5 carat and 1 carat are consistently popular carat weights. A 2 pearl and diamond ring from JT Jewellery Theatre, Natkina and LB Exclusive — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. While most can agree that any 2 pearl and diamond ring from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a diamond version from the 1764 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also old european cut and brilliant cut versions for sale. Most of our 2 pearl and diamond ring for sale are for women, but there are 537 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a 2 Pearl And Diamond Ring?

On average, a 2 pearl and diamond ring at 1stDibs sells for $2,756, while they’re typically $110 on the low end and $225,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.