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Beautiful 1.03ct Diamonds 3-Stone Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Beautiful 1.03ct Diamonds 3-Stone Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified This captivating 18k
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2010s Israeli Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Luminous 2.00ct Diamonds 3-Stone Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Luminous 2.00ct Diamonds 3-Stone Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified This breathtaking 2.00
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2010s Israeli Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Elegant 1.29ct Diamonds 3-Stone Ring in 18k White Gold - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Expertly crafted in 18k white gold, this elegant 3-stone ring features a striking 0.90-carat cut
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2010s Israeli Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Elegant 1.11ct Diamond 3-Stone Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Elegant 1.11ct Diamond 3-Stone Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified Elevate your style with this
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2010s Israeli Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Stunning 4.90ct Diamonds 3-Stone Ring in 18k White and Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Stunning 4.90ct Diamonds 3-Stone Ring in 18k White and Yellow Gold - IGI Certified This exquisite
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2010s Israeli Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Sophisticated 1.80ct Diamonds 3-Stone Ring in 18k White Gold - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Sophisticated 1.80ct Diamonds 3-Stone Ring in 18k White Gold - GIA Certified Experience the
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2010s Israeli Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Radiant 1.11ct Diamonds 3-Stone Ring in 18k White Gold - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Radiant 1.11ct Diamonds 3-Stone Ring in 18k White Gold - GIA Certified Celebrate life's precious
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2010s Israeli Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Beautiful 1.22ct Diamonds 3-Stone Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Beautiful 1.22ct Diamonds 3-Stone Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - GIA Certified This exquisite ring
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2010s Israeli Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Exquisite 18K White Gold 3-Stone Diamond Ring with 1.24ct- GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
At the heart of this exquisite ring lies a brilliant 0.90-carat Cushion Modified Brilliant diamond
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2010s Israeli Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Fine Ceylon Sapphire and Oval Diamond 3 Stone Ring, Handmade in Platinum
By Pampillonia
Located in Bethesda, MD
brilliance of these diamonds beautifully enhances the vibrant sapphire centerpiece. Handcrafted for elegance
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21st Century and Contemporary American Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

3 Carat GIA Fancy Light Yellow Elongated Radiant Diamond Three Stone Ring
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
side diamonds, this ring is a true masterpiece. Set in a sophisticated combination of platinum and 18k
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2010s Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold Stamped, 1990s 3 Stone Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Emerald & Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Stamped 750 Circa 1990s This exquisite vintage trilogy
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Late 20th Century European Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lustrous 1.22ct Emerald-Cut Diamond 3-Stone Ring in 18K White Gold - GIA
Located in רמת גן, IL
Lustrous 1.22ct Emerald-Cut Diamond 3-Stone Ring in 18K White Gold - GIA Certified Crafted from
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2010s Israeli Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mesmerizing 2.13ct Sapphire and Diamonds 3-Stone Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI
Located in רמת גן, IL
Mesmerizing 2.13ct Sapphire and Diamonds 3-Stone Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified Embrace
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2010s Israeli Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Magnificent 18K White Gold 3 Stone Ring - Diamond Ruby w/ 1.31ct- IGI Cert
Located in רמת גן, IL
Adorn yourself with this exquisite 3 stone ring, enhancing the allure of the ruby, two pear-cut
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2010s Israeli Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Unique 2.80ct Tanzanite, Aquamarines and Diamonds 3-Stone Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Unique 2.80ct Tanzanite, Aquamarines and Diamonds 3-Stone Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
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2010s Israeli Three-Stone Rings

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vivid Diamonds 6.63 Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring
By Vivid Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
trapezoid step cut diamonds weighing .56 carats total, F color, VS clarity. The face of this gorgeous ring
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Heavy Platinum Gold GIA 4.03ctw Round Emerald w/ Diamond Sides 3 Stone Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
(0.65") (east to west, diamond to diamond), 4.3mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 6.7mm rise off the
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21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Platinum 14k Gold GIA No Heat Pear Padparadscha Sapphire Diamond 3 Stone Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This very elegant and chic padparadscha sapphire and diamond three stone engagement ring is custom
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2010s American Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Padparadscha Sapphire , 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

0.92ctw Ruby Sapphire Emerald Diamond Ring 18k Yellow Gold Size 5.5 3-Stone
Located in McLeansville, NC
- Routinely Enhanced - Natural Emeralds - Total Carats - 0.20ctw Cut - Oval Brilliant Color - Green
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21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Elegant 0.90ct Emerald-Cut Diamond 3-Stone Ring in 18k Rose Gold - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Elegant 0.90ct Emerald-Cut Diamond 3-Stone Ring in 18k Rose Gold - GIA Certified Step into a world
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2010s Israeli Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Alluring 2.11ct Diamonds Fancy-Colored 3-Stone Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Cert
Located in רמת גן, IL
Alluring 2.11ct Diamonds Fancy-Colored 3-Stone Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified Discover
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2010s Israeli Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Beautiful 1.75ct Sapphire and Diamonds 3-Stone Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Cert
Located in רמת גן, IL
Beautiful 1.75ct Sapphire and Diamonds 3-Stone Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified This
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2010s Israeli Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Elegant 1.28ct Aquamarine and Diamonds 3-Stone Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Cert
Located in רמת גן, IL
Elegant 1.28ct Aquamarine and Diamonds 3-Stone Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified This
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2010s Israeli Three-Stone Rings

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 3 Stone Diamond Ring Mined .43ct French Cut Sapphire 18K Original 1920
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from 1920's-1930's 3 Stone .43ct Diamond French Cut Sapphire 18K Art Deco
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

GRS Certified 2.31 Carat Vivid Ruby 3 Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
, certified by the prestigious Swiss GRS laboratory and weighing over 2 carats. A classic 3 stone composition
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Vintage 1980s Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

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

Tiffany Co. Sapphire Diamond Platinum Three Stone Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
A platinum, diamond and sapphire 3 stone ring, Tiffany & Co. With English import marks for London
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1990s English Three-Stone Rings

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Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum

A Gorgeous Ruby Diamond Platinum Three Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
An Edwardian platinum, ruby and diamond 3 stone ring, circa 1910. The platinum filigree mount is
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20th Century American Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

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Ruby, Diamond, Platinum

Antique Victorian Diamond 5 Stone Ring 18K Gold c.1890
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this stunning antique Victorian 18ct gold diamond 5-stone ring made c
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Antique 1890s Victorian Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage French GIA Ruby Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Three Stone Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
: Red Origin: Thailand Treatments: No heatingAccent Stone: 2 Diamonds Cut: Trillion Weight: 0.5 Carats
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20th Century Three-Stone Rings

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

Contemporary 7.90 CTW Emerald Diamond Platinum Vintage Three Stone Halo Ring GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Natural Madagascar in origin and displaying minor clarity enhancement Prong set in basket and flanked by
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

3.16 Carat Edwardian Old Mine Cut Diamond Three Stone Platinum Ring Circa 1910
Located in Los Angeles, CA
3.16 Carat Edwardian Old Mine Cut Diamond three stone platinum ring, circa 1910. The Edwardian era
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Oval Sapphire Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Greenwich, CT
This stunning 18K white gold ring is custom set with 3 stones consisting of 1 oval shaped blue
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2010s American Three-Stone Rings

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

Vintage Estate 3.30 Carat Diamond Trilogy Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Distinctive and sustainable, this vintage 1980s engagement ring features a lucky 3 stone trilogy or
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Vintage 1980s Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pink Sapphire Diamond 2.10 Carat Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
. Gypsy Setting: The unique 3 stone setting of this ring showcases a seamless integration of the gemstones
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2010s American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

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

1950 s Mid-Century 1.83 Carats Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
: 1950s Ring Size: 4 3/4 & sizable Measures North to South 8.8 mm and sits 6.8 mm high Total weight
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Vintage 1950s Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Dazzling 1.30ct Diamonds Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Dazzling 1.30ct Diamonds Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified This elegant 18k white gold ring
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2010s Israeli Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Contemporary 2.51 Carat Paraiba Tourmaline Trillion Cut Diamond 18 Karat Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. Ring size: 7 3/4 and sizable. Measures: North to South 10.3 mm and sits 7.5 mm high. Total weight: 4.7
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Early Victorian GIA No Oil Emerald and Peruzzi Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A stunning 3-stone emerald and diamond ring from the Early Victorian (ca1850) era! This lovely
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Antique 1850s Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA 14.0ct Cushion Tanzanite Deep AAA Blue Violet Diamond Platinum Trilogy Ring
Located in New York, NY
AN EXQUISITE CUSHION TANZANITE & TRILLION DIAMONDS THREE STONE PLATINUM RING. A HUGE and
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Early 2000s Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum

Vintage Platinum Ring with Natural Sapphire Trilogy and Diamonds
Located in Milano, MI
by brilliant-cut diamonds totaling around 0.18 ct. The refined setting enhances the vividness of the
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20th Century European Three-Stone Rings

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Sapphire, Platinum

1990 s 1.60 CTW Oval Cut Zambian Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
polish finish Stamped 18K for 18 karat gold Circa: 1990's Ring size: 6 3/4 and sizable Measures North to
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1990s Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Blue Sapphire Diamond Pearl Vintage Style Floral Ring in Solid 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
9K Yellow Gold Ring Size: US 3-8 Total Gemstones Weight: 0.57 carat. (approx.) Total Gram Weight
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond and Sapphire Ring and Wedding Band, 14 Karat Gold GIA Oval 1.93 Carat
Located in Greensboro, NC
! Fashioned in a timeless design, this sophisticated engagement ring showcases a GIA-graded diamond solitaire
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique 1920s 1.14 Carats of Diamonds Set In New Platinum Handcrafted Mount
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Ring Platinum Tested Circa 1920s Behold this exquisite platinum 3-stone diamond
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Early 20th Century European Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Antique 1920s 1.14 Carats of Diamonds Set In New Platinum Handcrafted Mount
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Ring Platinum Tested Circa 1920s Behold this exquisite platinum 3-stone diamond
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Early 20th Century European Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

GIA 2.50ct Round 3-Stone Open Gallery Infinity 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a remarkable centerpiece of a GIA
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

GIA 2.5ct Round 3-Stone Engraved Curved Shank 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your collection with This exquisite diamond ring featuring a center stone of extraordinary
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

GIA 0.83ct Round 3-Stone Open Gallery Infinity 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
exquisite diamond ring features a remarkable centerpiece of a GIA-certified round diamond weighing 0.83 and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

GIA 1.52ct Round 3-Stone Open Gallery Infinity 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a remarkable centerpiece of a GIA
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Crescent Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
pairs of delicate rose cut diamonds in a bead setting. These accent stones also trail along the tips of
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Antique 1880s English Victorian Necklace Enhancers

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Diamond, 15k Gold, Sterling Silver

Faye Kim 18K Gold 3 Stone Emerald Diamond Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
This statement-making 18K gold* 3 stone emerald diamond ring, which can be worn on its own or
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2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold

14K Yellow Gold 3/4 Carat Diamond Bostonian Style 3 Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
enhance the brilliance of this ring. Captivating with 3/4 ct. t.w. of diamonds and a bright polished shine
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Fashion Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men s .925 Sterling Silver 1/3 Cttw Diamond Channel Set 3 Stone Ring Band
Located in New York, NY
lie three natural, round brilliant-cut diamonds, each meticulously channel-set to enhance their
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rhodium

Men s .925 Sterling Silver 1/3 Cttw Diamond Channel Set 3 Stone Ring Band
Located in New York, NY
lie three natural, round brilliant-cut diamonds, each meticulously channel-set to enhance their
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rhodium

Men s .925 Sterling Silver 1/3 Cttw Diamond Channel Set 3 Stone Ring Band
Located in New York, NY
lie three natural, round brilliant-cut diamonds, each meticulously channel-set to enhance their
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cluster Rings

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White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rhodium

3 Carat Kashmir Sapphire Diamond Platinum Three Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A royal blue three-carat rectangular emerald-cut Kashmir sapphire with two emerald-cut diamonds
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20th Century American Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

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3 Stone Diamond Ring Enhancers For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of 3 stone diamond ring enhancers for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, white gold and 14k gold. Find a collection of 536 vintage versions or 1019 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 18th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of 3 stone diamond ring enhancers made by contemporary jewelers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — are very popular. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but JeweLyrie, Peter Suchy and J DAUPHIN produced popular versions that are worth a look. Today, if you’re looking for round cut 3 stone diamond ring enhancers and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and emerald cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of 3 stone diamond ring enhancers, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are 3 Stone Diamond Ring Enhancers?

On average, 3 stone diamond ring enhancers at 1stDibs sell for $3,620, while they’re typically $110 on the low end and $1,275,373 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.  

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.