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Stunning 1.35ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Stunning 1.35ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified This magnificent 18k yellow
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Elegant 1.48ct Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Elegant 1.48ct Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified Elevate your style with
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2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Luminous 1.31ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k Rose Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Luminous 1.31ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k Rose Gold - IGI Certified Radiate timeless
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Intricate 1.51ct Mixed Diamond Cut Ring set in 20K Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
This ring captures the essence of radiant luxury with a dazzling ensemble of diamonds, showcasing a
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2010s Singaporean Band Rings

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Mesmerizing 1.07ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 14k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
, the ring is adorned with 10 round side diamonds, totaling 0.07c Metal: 14k White Gold Main stone: 1
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Elegant 1.06ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Elegant 1.06ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified Featuring this stunning
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Magnificent 1.13ct Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Magnificent 1.13ct Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified This exquisite 18k
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2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Stunning 0.82ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Stunning 0.82ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified This 18k white gold necklace
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Stunning 1.10ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k Rose Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Stunning 1.10ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k Rose Gold - IGI Certified Crafted in luminous 18k rose
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Captivating 1.49ct Sapphire and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Captivating 1.49ct Sapphire and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - GIA Certified A
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2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Captivating 1.22ct Emerald and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Captivating 1.22ct Emerald and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified This
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2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Stunning 1.54ct Sapphire and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Stunning 1.54ct Sapphire and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified Embrace
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2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA 2.58 Carat Emerald and French Cut Trapezoids Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
WHITE and Clear! The Diamond is set into the most Iconic style of all times - a 3 Stone Ring. It is set
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Early 2000s Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Captivating 5.75ct Ruby and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
. The captivating center stone is enhanced by 69 round diamonds, totaling 0.45-carat, with a stunning
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2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.48 Carat Royal Blue Cushion Sapphire with Marquise Diamonds in Platinum Ring
By Leon Mege
Located in New York, NY
Right-hand platinum ring featuring a 1.48-carat intense blue sapphire. Marquise cut side stones
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2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Luxurious 1.22ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Luxurious 1.22ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified A timeless treasure in 18k
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian era Diamond Daisy Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Daisy Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Step back in time with this exquisite Edwardian-era
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Early 20th Century European Edwardian Cluster Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Stunning 5.37ct Zircon and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Stunning 5.37ct Zircon and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified Make a
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2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Zircon, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany Co. Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring, Circa 1960
By Tiffany Co.
Located in London, GB
A beautiful sapphire and diamond cluster ring set in 18kt yellow gold by Tiffany & Co, circa 1960
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Engagement Rings

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

GCS 7.4ct Colombian Minor Emerald and Marquise Cut Diamonds Yellow Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
shouldered with 3 marquise cut diamonds on each side for an approximate total carat weight of 1.50ct. The
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20th Century Unknown Engagement Rings

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

Cartier Delices de Goa Amethyst Turquoise Diamond Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
3 turquoise beads. The largest amethyst bead is enhanced with a 0.08ct round diamond set in the
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21st Century and Contemporary French Cocktail Rings

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Amethyst, Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Art Deco 18 Carat Gold and Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Panel Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
surrounded by sparking diamonds. The stones are set in platinum to enhance their colour. Band modelled in 18
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Platinum

Antique 8.66 Carat Sapphire Diamond Engagement Cluster Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
. The sapphire and diamond top measures 19 x 15 x 9 mm (2/3 x 5/8 x 3/8 in.) Ring size 9 (19 mm
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Antique Late 19th Century Russian Victorian Cluster Rings

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Blue Sapphire

Art Deco Platinum Ring Aquamarine Sapphire Diamond Antique Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An impressive Art Deco platinum ring, featuring aquamarine accented with sapphire and diamond. This
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Stunning 2.2 carat Round Brilliant Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
adjusted up to 3 sizes. 21 Diamond main stone of 2.2 carat cut: round brilliant color: H-I clarity: I1-I2
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, White Gold

Verraggio Platinum and Diamond Wedding Anniversary Band Ring Size 6-6.25 #23763
By Verragio
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Diamond clarity: VS Weight: 6.7 g./ 4.3 dwt. Hallmark: VERAGGIO PLAT Ring Size: 6-6.25 Width: 3 mm
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20th Century Contemporary Wedding Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

18k Gold 1.83ctw GIA Light Yellow Cushion Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This gorgeous classic diamond engagement ring features a stunning, GIA certified, 1.44 carat light
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold

18k Gold 1.83ctw GIA Light Yellow Cushion Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This gorgeous classic diamond engagement ring features a stunning, GIA certified, 1.44 carat light
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Diamond Wedding Band, 14 Karat White Gold Anniversary Ring Stackable .33 Carat
Located in Greensboro, NC
Diamond Clarity: SI Diamond Color: G - H Stone Information: 0.33ctw Face Height: 3/32" (2.3mm) Rise Above
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20th Century Unknown Wedding Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Luminous 18k White Gold Diamond Pave Ring w/2.00 ct - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
0.88 ct. Adding to the ensemble, 6 round diamonds, summing up to 0.10 ct enhancing the ring’s overall
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Majestic 18K White Gold Halo Natural Diamond Ring with 0.43ct - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
18k Classic Ring with 0.43ct Round Modified Diamond - GIA Certified A testament to sophistication
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold London Blue Topaz Diamond Ring, 14k Emerald Cut 11.32ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Genuine Topaz Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Carat: 10.78ct Cut: Emerald Color: London
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Swiss Blue Topaz Diamond Ring, 14k Emerald Cut 2.50ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information: Genuine Topaz Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Carat: 2.40ct Cut: Emerald Color
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20th Century More Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Yellow Gold

Gorgeous 8.08ct Peridot and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 14k White Gold - IGI
Located in רמת גן, IL
enhance the ring's brilliance, while 10 additional round diamonds totaling 0.15-carat add an extra layer
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2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, White Gold

2.50 Carat Amethyst, 2, 50 Carat Each Citrines, Diamonds Cocktail Ring
Located in Crema, Cremona
alignment of the setting of the 3 stones. The ajour work on the back allows the maximum light enhancement
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Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

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Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

1.02 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Band Ring, 18 Karat White Gold Articulates
Located in Greensboro, NC
towards the stones for enhanced brilliance and sparkle. This ring is a size 7 1/2. Please contact us for
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Band Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Turquoise and Diamond Ring, 14 Karat Cabochon Cut Ribbed
Located in Greensboro, NC
& 14k White Gold Stone Information: Genuine Turquoise Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Cut: Cabochon
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20th Century Unknown Solitaire Rings

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Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1960s Emerald Crystal, Gold and Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Cincinnati, OH
70's Chatham emerald cocktail ring. The 3/4" handmade 14k yellow gold featuring a central lab
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Vintage 1960s American Modernist Cocktail Rings

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Emerald, 14k Gold

Captivating 8.40ct Aquamarine and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI
Located in רמת גן, IL
Captivating 8.40ct Aquamarine and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified Elevate
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2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Captivating 6.01ct Tourmaline and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k White Gold - GIA
Located in רמת גן, IL
Captivating 6.01ct Tourmaline and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k White Gold - GIA Certified Immerse
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2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold

Stunning 1.92ct Sapphires and Diamonds Half Eternity Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Stunning 1.92ct Sapphires and Diamonds Half Eternity Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified This
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2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Phenomenal 18K Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring w/ 5.59ct - IGI
Located in רמת גן, IL
stunning contrast and enhancing the overall brilliance of the ring. 1 Emerald Main Stone of 4.86 Carat
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2010s Israeli Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sparkling 18K Rose Gold Ring with 0.40 Ct Natural Diamonds, GIA Cert
Located in רמת גן, IL
A stunning solitaire ring with a dazzling 0.40 carat round brilliant diamond in F VS2 with ideal
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2010s Singaporean Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Magnificent 1.84ct Sapphire and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI
Located in רמת גן, IL
Magnificent 1.84ct Sapphire and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified This
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2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Captivating 2.70ct Emerald and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI
Located in רמת גן, IL
Captivating 2.70ct Emerald and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified Embrace
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2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Elegant 1.19ct Diamonds Double Halo Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Elegant 1.19ct Diamonds Double Halo Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified This exquisite 18k
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2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Engagement Ring, 14 Karat White Gold Halo GIA Solitaire 1.52 Carat
Located in Greensboro, NC
the stone for enhanced brilliance and sparkle. Shimmering natural diamond accents form a halo of light
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 18ct Gold, Opal Diamond Round Cluster Ring, Hallmarked London 1970
Located in Brighton, GB
, flanked by a halo of sparkling natural diamonds that enhance its beauty and create a mesmerising sparkle
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Late 20th Century English Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold

Stunning 2.71ct Tanzanite and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI
Located in רמת גן, IL
Stunning 2.71ct Tanzanite and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified Indulge in
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2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Black Diamond Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Gold Round Solitaire White Accents 5.13ct
Located in Greensboro, NC
it can be re-sized up 3 sizes for a $35 fee or down 1 size for a $25 fee. Once a ring is re-sized, we
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Rings

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Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Cluster Halo Ring, 14 Karat White Gold Round Cut 1.00 Carat
Located in Greensboro, NC
accents. Open ports under the face of the ring allow light to flow through the diamonds for enhanced
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cluster Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Magnificent Oval Brilliant Sapphire Ring with Side Diamonds in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
deep blue allure and the diamonds' fiery dance. The size EU55 fit with adjustable capabilities (up to 3
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2010s Israeli Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Gorgeous 2.04ct Sapphire and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 14k White Gold - IGI
Located in רמת גן, IL
Gorgeous 2.04ct Sapphire and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 14k White Gold - IGI Certified This elegant
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2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Mesmerizing 4.62ct Rubellite and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k Rose Gold - GIA
Located in רמת גן, IL
Mesmerizing 4.62ct Rubellite and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k Rose Gold - GIA Certified Radiate
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2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Rubelite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

GCS 7.4 Carat Colombian Minor Emerald and Marquise Cut Diamonds Yellow Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
shouldered with 3 marquise cut diamonds on each side for an approximate total carat weight of 1.50ct. The
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20th Century Unknown Engagement Rings

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

Yellow Gold Swiss Blue Topaz Diamond Ring, 14k Emerald Cut 2.50ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information: Genuine Topaz Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Carat: 2.40ct Cut: Emerald Color
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21st Century and Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Emerald, Yellow Gold

Refined 9.21ct Tourmaline and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - GIA
Located in רמת גן, IL
Refined 9.21ct Tourmaline and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - GIA Certified Radiating
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2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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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.