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LB Exclusive 18 Karat Yellow Gold 0.70 Carat Diamond and Ruby Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This lovely LB Exclusive 18K Yellow Gold 0.70 ct Diamond 0.79 ct Ruby Ring is a classic piece. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat White Gold Blue Topaz and Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
emerald cut blue topaz (7 mm x 5 mm) accented with eight round brilliant cut diamonds and set in classic
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20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Topaz, White Gold

Art Deco Platinum Old Euro Cut .90Ct Diamond and Sapphire Vintage Solitaire Ring
Located in Addison, TX
era. Holding the .90 Ct old emerald cut is four rectangle prongs that allow you to see the whole
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Emerald Heart Necklace and Choker with Diamonds on a Cuban Link Chain
Located in London, GB
Introducing our stunning 18K Yellow Gold Natural Emerald Heart with Diamonds Necklace on a Semi
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

AGI Certified 5 Ct Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring, Unisex
Located in New York, NY
AGI Certified 5 Ct Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring, Estate Unisex ring Report
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Early 2000s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Certified Ct 5, 14 of Zambia Emerald and Diamonds on Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive Art Deco design , so elegant and refined, in 18k gold with natural Zambia emerald in
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

5 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald and Diamond Ring Platinum, Estate
Located in New York, NY
A classic, Cocktail ring 5 Carat Emerald and Diamond Ring, Estate. Platinum 11.39 gm Diamonds
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Early 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

5 Carat Rubellite Red Tourmaline Emerald Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
- Excellent METAL: 18k white Gold GEM STONE: Rubellite 4.45 ct - Emerald 0,25 ct - Diamond 0.50 total carats
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Late 20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Rubelite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold

5 Carat Rubellite Red Tourmaline Heart Emerald Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
STONE: Rubellite 4.80 ct - Emerald 1 ct - Diamond 0.50 total carats RING SIZE: US 6,5 - IT 13 - FR 53
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Late 20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Rubelite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

3.2 Carat Natural Emerald Cut Emerald 0.25 Ct Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
A classic, Vintage ring Approximately 3.2 Carat Natural Emerald Cut Emerald & Diamond Ring 14
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2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

18 Kt. Yellow Gold Band Ring with 0.90 Ct Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald and Diamonds
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
, sapphires, emeralds of approx. 0.90 ct in total and with 18 brilliant cut diamonds of approx. 0.27 ct in
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Early 2000s European Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

7 Carat Natural Square Emerald 1.5 Ct Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 7 Carat Natural Square Emerald & 1.5Ct Diamond Ring In Platinum size 5 I am selling
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2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

3.5 Ct Natural Emerald Cut Emerald and 1 Carat Diamond 14 Kt Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
3.5 Ct Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald and 1 Carat Diamond 14 Kt Yellow Gold Ring Estate piece
Category

Early 2000s Engagement Rings

Materials

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

4 Carat Heart Shape Colombian Emerald 1.3 Ct Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring Estate
Located in New York, NY
Emerald & 1.3 Ct Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring Estate Gold: 18 Karat white gold , Weight: 8 gram Two
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Early 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold

Art Deco Emerald Diamond Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
An Art Deco Emerald and diamond ring handcrafted in 18k gold. The ring is set with one beautiful
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Victorian 7.69 Ct. T.W Emerald, Blue Sapphire and Diamond Open Work Ring
Located in New York, NY
/ Round Number of Diamonds: 25 Number of Blue Sapphires: 89 Number of Emerald: 1
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2010s Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Emerald Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in MIAMI, FL
well as single cut diamonds that wrap around the top and bottom of design. The ring is a size 5 and
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

7 Ct Oval Emerald Cabochon 18 Kt Yellow Gold Diamond Cocktail Ring Vintage Men
Located in New York, NY
7 Ct Oval Emerald Cabochon 18 Kt Yellow Gold & Diamond Cocktail Ring Vintage Men This classic
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2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

7.58 Carat Emerald Ring 0.56 Ct Trillion Cut Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Emerald Wt :- 7.58 ct Ring Size :- 7 US & All size available
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Emerald Cut 5 Carat Treated Ruby and 1 Carat Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
7X10 Emerald Cut Approximately 5 Carat Treated Ruby 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring Size 6.5
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2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Natural 3 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald 1 Carat Diamond Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 3 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald and 1 Carat Diamond Ring Platinum Size 5 A classic
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2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Natural 2 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald Diamond Ring in Platinum, Estate
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 2 Carat Natural Emerald Cut Emerald & Diamond Ring in Platinum , Estate Size 5.2 A
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2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

4 Ct Emerald Diamond Three-Stone Ring Past Present Future 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Emerald And Diamond Three Stone Ring 14 Karat White Gold Size 6.5 All three Emeralds are Oval
Category

2010s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

18K White Gold Diamond Emerald Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
white Gold > Gemstone - Emerald > Gemstone Weight - 4.25 ct > Gemstone pcs - 1 > Gemstone shape
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2010s American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Certified 14kt Yellow Gold Gemstone Engagement Ring with Emerald and Diamonds"
Located in Sant Josep de sa Talaia, IB
Handcrafted 14kt Yellow Gold Ring with Natural Emerald and Diamond - Unique Gem and Artisan Design
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21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1970s Emerald Cut Emerald and Diamond Yellow Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
emerald cut cluster ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with a 18k white gold diamond setting. The
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Colombian Emerald Ring
Located in София, BG
18 kt Yellow Gold ring with Emerald and Diamonds Gold color: Yellow Ring size: 5 US Total weight
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21st Century and Contemporary Bulgarian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.56 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Honolulu, HI
Beautiful Natural Colombian Emerald & Diamond Ballerina ring. This ring features an approximately
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Late 20th Century American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Diamonds, Emeralds, 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
. Diamonds 0.11 ct, brilliant cut, G Color, VS Clarity Emeralds 0.61 ct - 5 mm x 3mm Total Weight 2.00 gr RF
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Mario Buccellati Emerald Diamond Gold Band Ring, 1960s
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
diamonds. Ring is size 6, 5/8 inch (15.7 mm) wide to the front and 7/16 inch (10.6 mm) wide to the back
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Vintage 1960s Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Edwardian English Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
old cut diamonds totalling approx .40 Ct (G-VVS/SI) UK size: J 1/2 US size: 5 Measures: head is 10 x
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

1948 Nordic Ring 0.8 ct Emerald Diamonds solid 18K Gold Silver Ø 6US / 2.6g
Located in SE
/ emerald cut 5 mm x 4.8 mm x 3 mm deep / ca. 08 ct and flanked with two old diamond cut Diamonds in round
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Neoclassical Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver

4 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 4 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald & Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold A Classic
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Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Georgian circa 1800 Emerald Diamond Heart Shaped Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
/16 in.) Estimated total diamond weight is 1.20 ct. The emerald and diamond top is 16 x 15 mm (5/8 x
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Antique Early 19th Century Georgian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald

14 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring Size 7.25 This lovely ring features one
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20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Emerald, Yellow Gold

10 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 10 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring Size 7 This stunning ring features one
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20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Yellow Gold

Certified Rare Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This stunning ring with a translucent natural emerald and diamonds is crafted in solid platinum
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

Fantastic 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring Emeralds, Sapphires and Diamonds
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
This ring fascinates with the colors of Emerald, Sapphire and Diamonds. Ring in 18 K yellow Gold
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Vintage 7.31 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
. The emerald measures 12.19 x 11.41 x 7.89 ct. Size of the the emerald and diamond cluster is 19 x 17
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Emerald

1.25 Ct Oval Cut Treated Ruby 0.85 Ct Natural Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
1.25 Ct Oval Cut Treated Ruby & 0.85 Ct Natural Pave Diamond Hidden Halo Engagement Ring with size
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2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

6.47 Carat Emerald 3.75 Carat Diamond 14 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
White Gold Weight :- 4.80 gm Diamond Weight :- 3.75 ct. Emerald Weight :- 6.47 ct. Ring Size: 7 US
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold

Marquise Cut Emerald and Diamond Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
A classic, Cocktail ring 9 X 5 Marquise Cut Emerald And Diamond Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Size 7
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2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1970s, Vintage Emerald and 1.85 Carat Diamond Platinum Marquise Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
each stone. Condition This impressive vintage 1970s marquise cut emerald and diamond ring is fine
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Late 20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Art Deco Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Toronto, ON
Art Deco Platinum (tested) Emerald and Diamond Ring, C.1930. The ring set in the centre with a
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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco More Rings

Victorian 12.5Cttw. Diamond, Sapphire and Emerald Split-Shank Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Victorian 12.5 Cttw. Diamond, Sapphire, and Emerald Split-Shank Cocktail Ring, a
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2010s Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, Sterling Silver

Natural 3.2 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald Pear Emerald Ring 18 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Approximately Natural 3.2 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald & Two pear shape emerald Ring 18 Karat white
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2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Emerald Cut Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Platinum ring with Edwrdian style and flare. Set with 16 single cut diamonds and 6 calibre cut genuine
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Early 20th Century Art Deco More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage Estate Platinum Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring, GIA Certified
Located in Great Neck, NY
Center Stone: 1.11 ct Colombian Emerald (GIA Certified) GIA Report Number: 5192950959 Ring Size: 5
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Vintage 1950s Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Platinum

Tiffany Co. Engagement Ring with 1.07 Carat Emerald Cut Centre in Platinum
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Engagement Solitaire signed by Tiffany & Co. featuring a 1.07 ct Emerald Cut
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2010s Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Platinum Step Cut Diamond w/Green Emeralds Vintage Engagement Ring
Located in Addison, TX
Top of Ring: 3.36mm Center Diamond Details Shape: Step Cut Carat Weight: .75 CT Color: E Clarity
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

14K Yellow Gold Spinner Ring in Sapphire, Emerald and Diamond.
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
. Revel in our unique gemstone rings in gold. Wear tis ring in 7 different styles. Purchase this unique
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2010s American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Spinner Ring in Sapphire, Emerald and Diamond
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
. Revel in our unique gemstone rings in gold. PRODUCT DETAILS :- > Material - 14K Yellow Gold
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2010s American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Emerald, Yellow Gold

12 + Carat Green Tourmaline and 0.50 Ct Diamond Cocktail Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 12 + Carat Green Tourmaline and 0.50 Ct Diamond Cocktail Ring 18 K Yellow Gold A
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2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Emerald Gemstone Wrap Ring Engagement Diamond 14k White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Emerald Wt :- 3.10 ct Ring Size :- 7 US & All size available
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

2 Carat Natural Cushion Cut Emerald Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
A classic, Cocktail ring 2 Carat Natural Cushion Cut Emerald & Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold
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2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

3.8 Carat Natural Zambian Emerald Cut Emerald Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
difficult to find. Emerald measurements 8 X 10 mm which is approximately 3.8 Ct 14 karat Yellow Gold 5
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2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Spectrum Jewels Emerald Gemstone Hand Fan Style Ring Diamond 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Diera, Dubai
Diamond Wt. :- 0.56 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Emerald Wt. :- 2.15 Ct. Ring Size
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 14k Gold

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5 Ct Diamond With Emerald Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact 5 ct diamond with emerald ring you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Platinum — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 7 vintage or 26 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a 5 ct diamond with emerald ring may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular piece, 1.5 Carat and 2 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. A 5 ct diamond with emerald ring from Fabergé, Hancocks and Arunashi — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. An emerald cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also round cut and oval cut versions for sale. When shopping for a 5 ct diamond with emerald ring, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a 5 Ct Diamond With Emerald Ring?

Prices for a 5 ct diamond with emerald ring can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1,807 and can go as high as $926,678, while this accessory, on average, fetches $16,645.

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.