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Platinum 2.11 Carat Radiant Diamond Halo Engagement Ring GIA Certified
Located in Cape May, NJ
Era: Modern Hallmarks: PLATINUM, PM Composition: Platinum Primary Stone: Radiant Cut Diamond
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2010s Unknown Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Brilliant 0.98ct Diamonds 3-Stone Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Brilliant 0.98ct Diamonds 3-Stone Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified Crafted in luxurious 18k
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2010s Israeli Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Radiant Diamond Gold Platinum Three Stone Ring
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
This lovely handmade 18kt yellow gold and platinum 3-stone diamond ring features a 2.51 carat
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21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

2.25 Carat Fancy Yellow and Pink Diamond Engagement 3 Stones Ring, GIA Certified
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent Three-Stones Engagement ring, featuring 1.11 carat Fancy Yellow radiant cut diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Pink Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

10.01 Fancy Yellow GIA Certified Radiant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This 10.01 GIA certified VVS2 fancy yellow diamond is set in Platinum and 18K yellow gold. Flanked
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold

Radiant Triple Excellent Ideal Cut Diamonds 3-Stone Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Radiant Triple Excellent Ideal Cut Diamonds 3-Stone Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - GIA Certified
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.55 Carat Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum
By Simon Ardem
Located in New York, NY
Fancy Yellow Diamond ring. Center stone: 2.55ct/ SI2 radiant cut fancy light yellow diamond. Side
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

GIA Fancy Yellow 4.04 Carat Cushion-Cut Diamond 3-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This exquisite GIA-certified 3-stone diamond engagement ring features a stunning 4.04-carat Fancy
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings

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

4.07 Carat Estate Vintage Radiant Diamond 5 stone Wedding Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
A Breathtaking Vintage HANDMADE 18k Yellow Gold (stamped) Diamond 5 Stone Engagement Wedding band
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Early 2000s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Exquisite 2.10ct Diamonds 3-Stone Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Exquisite 2.10ct Diamonds 3-Stone Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified This radiant diamond 3
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2010s Israeli Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Stunning 1.40ct Diamonds 3-Stone Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Stunning 1.40ct Diamonds 3-Stone Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified This exquisite 1.40-carat
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2010s Israeli Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.10 Carat Radiant Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
square modified “radiant” 3.10 carat diamond Color: H Clarity: VS1 Diamonds: 18 round brilliant cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Radiant 0.61ct Diamonds 7-Stone Ring in 14k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Radiant 0.61ct Diamonds 7-Stone Ring in 14k White Gold - IGI Certified This sophisticated 14k
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Peter Suchy GIA Certified Diamond Three-Stone Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Peter Suchy handmade Platinum three-stone engagement ring with 3 bright sparkly rectangular radiant
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA 6.01 Carat Cushion Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
A Breathtaking Estate HANDMADE PLATINUM (stamped) Cushion Diamond Three-Stone Engagement ring. The
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Early 2000s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Bold Brilliance: 1.45 Carat Radiant Diamond Ring with Dazzling Accents
Located in רמת גן, IL
-cornered rectangular modified brilliant diamond, also known as a radiant cut diamond, as its radiant
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.72 Carat GIA Fancy Intense Yellow Radiant Diamond Ring with Shield Cut Diamond
Located in New York, NY
2.72 Carat GIA Fancy Intense Yellow Radiant Diamond Ring with Shield Cut Diamond. When shopping
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20th Century American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Radiant 1.2 carat Cushion Cut Natural Diamond Ring
Located in רמת גן, IL
A Radiant Cushion Cut Diamond Ring A captivating ring showcasing a mesmerizing 1.2 carat cushion
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Art Deco GIA 3 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Center Stone: Diamond Certificate: GIA #5231235634 Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Weight: 3 Carat Color
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1.31 Carat Radiant Cut Diamond Ring and Wedding Band 14 Karat Gold GIA Milgrain
Located in Greensboro, NC
Celebrate your unique love story in style! Consisting of an engagement ring and contoured wedding
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Estate “Canary” 6.03ctw Natural Fancy Yellow Radiant Diamond Halo Pave 18K Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is ring is just Beautiful! The Ultimate Luxury from our Fancy Colored Diamond Estate
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Early 2000s Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Diamond Engagement Ring, 18 Karat Gold Three-Stone GIA VVS1 Princess 1.95 Carat
Located in Greensboro, NC
solitaire set between two princess cut accents which create a dazzling three-stone design. The radiant trio
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Platinum 18k Gold 3.47ct GIA Fancy Yellow White Cushion Diamond 3 Stone Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
3 stone design. This incredible ring is absolutely spectacular and we guarantee that you will fall
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2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Platinum 18k Gold 3.47ct GIA Fancy Yellow White Cushion Diamond 3 Stone Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
3 stone design. This incredible ring is absolutely spectacular and we guarantee that you will fall
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2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Radiant 1.24ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Radiant 1.24ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified Designed for brilliance, this
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Radiant 1.09ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 14k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Radiant 1.09ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 14k White Gold - IGI Certified Discover timeless elegance
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Radiant 1.62ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Radiant 1.62ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified Embrace timeless
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Stunning 0.55ct Diamonds 7-Stone Ring in 14k Rose Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Stunning 0.55ct Diamonds 7-Stone Ring in 14k Rose Gold - IGI Certified Discover refined elegance
Category

2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

1.31 Carat Radiant Cut Diamond Ring and Wedding Band 14 Karat Gold GIA Milgrain
Located in Greensboro, NC
Celebrate your unique love story in style! Consisting of an engagement ring and contoured wedding
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20th Century Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Colorless 3.63 carat Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
the design. Lining the shoulders of the ring are 6 graduating old Mine Cut diamonds, adding a gorgeous
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring, 14 Karat Princess Cut 1.32 Carat
Located in Greensboro, NC
Two hearts. One timeless love! Beautifully crafted in 14k white gold, this radiant engagement piece
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20th Century Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Engagement Ring, 14 Karat White Gold Round Cut .82 Carat
Located in Greensboro, NC
Like effervescent champagne sparkling in candlelight, this radiant engagement ring will absolutely
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Diamond Engagement Ring, Platinum Vintage GIA European .76 Carat
Located in Greensboro, NC
Sweetly romantic, this spectacular vintage engagement ring will be the perfect choice for your love
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Engagement Ring, 14 Karat White Gold Solitaire with Accents .86 Carat
Located in Greensboro, NC
Your princess deserves only the very best and this exquisite NEW engagement ring is sure to delight
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Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

GIA 2.46 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond 18 Karat Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
center diamond and radiant accent stones, this ring is just the right combination of classic and
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2010s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Princess Diamond Halo Engagement Ring, 18 Karat White Gold GIA 1.85 Carat
Located in Greensboro, NC
with your sweetheart by proposing to her the with this radiant, NEW diamond engagement ring! Composed
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sparkling 1.29ct Diamonds 7-Stones Ring in 14k Rose Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Sparkling 1.29ct Diamonds 7-Stones Ring in 14k Rose Gold - IGI Certified This enchanting 14k rose
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

2.36 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, 14 Karat White Gold Halo GIA
Located in Greensboro, NC
Propose to the love of your life with her dream engagement ring! Fashioned in 14k white gold, this
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Halo Engagement Ring, 18 Karat White Gold Milgrain Round Cut 1.59 Carat
Located in Greensboro, NC
Begin the next chapter of your love story with this breathtaking engagement ring! Composed of high
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20th Century Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Russian 1.45 Carat Demantoid Diamond White Gold Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This contemporary 14K white gold ring features a 1.45 ct radiant cut Russian demantoid of a lime
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2010s Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Light Yellow Diamond Ring, 14 Karat Gold Three-Stone Round Cut 1.50 Carat
Located in Greensboro, NC
this breathtaking engagement ring! This glistening 14k white gold piece showcases a radiant trio of
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20th Century Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

3.45 Carat Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, 18 Karat White Gold IGI Halo
Located in Greensboro, NC
Enchanting and glamorous, the nonpareil beauty of this brand new diamond engagement ring is sure to
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Luminous 1.22ct Diamonds Ring in 14k Yellow Gold - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
, this radiant ring features a striking 1.00ct cut-cornered rectangular diamond. Surrounding the
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 0.50 Carat Very Light Pink VS2 Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Radiant Carat: 0.50 ct Colour: Very Light Pink Clarity
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2010s Asian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Timeless 1.10ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Timeless 1.10ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified This elegant 18K yellow gold
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Elegant 0.73ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 14k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Elegant 0.73ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 14k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified Experience timeless elegance
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 3.19 Carat Fancy Light Greenish Yellow I1 Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Radiant Carat: 3.19 ct Colour: Fancy Light Greenish
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2010s Asian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ravishing 18k Yellow Gold Halo Ring w/ 1.22ct Natural Diamonds IGI Certificate
Located in רמת גן, IL
A gorgeous halo pave ring with a dazzling 1.01 carat radiant natural diamond. It has 0.22 carat of
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Magnificent 0.20ct Cushion Cut Diamond Ring
Located in רמת גן, IL
A Magnificent Cushion Cut Diamond Ring A captivating ring showcasing a stunning 1.5 carat cushion
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Sparkling 1 carat Cushion Cut Diamond Ring
Located in רמת גן, IL
A Sparkling Cushion Cut Diamond Ring A captivating ring showcasing a mesmerizing 1 carat cushion
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Mesmerizing 1.01 carat Cushion Cut Natural Diamond Ring
Located in רמת גן, IL
ring is a treasure to be cherished for a lifetime. 1 Diamond main stone of 1.01 carat cut: cushion
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Timeless 1.97ct Diamonds Halo Ring in Platinum - IGI Certified
By De Beers
Located in רמת גן, IL
Timeless 1.97ct Diamonds Halo Ring in Platinum - IGI Certified A masterpiece of brilliance and
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Exquisite Pave Halo Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Embrace the radiant allure of a sunlit meadow captured in this exquisite ring. At its heart, a
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2010s Singaporean Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mesmerizing 1ct Oval Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
brilliant diamond as its radiant centerpiece. Graced with an elegant F color, this diamond exudes subtle
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Elegant 18K Yellow Gold Ring with 1.76ct Natural Diamonds
Located in רמת גן, IL
high-polished 18K yellow gold, the setting provides a luxurious canvas for the diamond's radiant life
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2010s Singaporean Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Geometric Brilliance: 1.01 Carat Asscher Diamond Ring with Exquisite Accents
Located in רמת גן, IL
cut diamond as its radiant centerpiece. Graced with an elegant G color, this diamond exudes subtle
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sparkling 1.62ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
halo ring features a radiant 1.20ct cushion-cut diamond as its centerpiece, exuding timeless brilliance
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

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3 Stone Radiant Diamond Engagement Rings For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of 3 stone radiant diamond engagement rings for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Platinum, Gold and 18k Gold. Find a collection of 7 vintage versions or 107 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 20th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of 3 stone radiant diamond engagement rings to choose from, but Contemporary and Modern 3 stone radiant diamond engagement rings are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Roman Malakov, David Rosenberg and J. Birnbach are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A selection of radiant cut and trillion cut can be found today on these pages. When shopping our range of 3 stone radiant diamond engagement rings, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are 3 Stone Radiant Diamond Engagement Rings?

On average, 3 stone radiant diamond engagement rings at 1stDibs sell for $48,640, while they’re typically $19 on the low end and $808,000 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.

Questions About 3 Stone Radiant Diamond Engagement Rings