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

Materials

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

1920s 1.14 Carat Diamond and 9k Yellow Gold Trilogy Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 1.14 carat diamond and 9 karat yellow gold, platinum set trilogy
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Victorian 9K Yellow Gold Oval Ruby Rose Cute Diamonds Cocktail Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a gorgeous antique cluster ring in 9K yellow gold. It features beautiful oval faceted ruby
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Early 20th Century French Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 9K Rose Gold Rose Cut Diamond and Enamel Statement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 9K Rose Gold Rose Cut Diamond and Enamel Statement Ring. This
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Rose Gold, Enamel

7.7 Ct. London Blue Topaz Ruby Diamond Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
carats, flanked at the shoulders with diamonds and pink rubies, all set in 18k white gold. The color
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 9k Gold

Modern 9k Yellow Gold Signet Ring - Hallmarked Birmingham 1971
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
brilliant cut diamond. Hallmarked Birmingham 1971. Diamond: One round brilliant cut, 0.03ct Metal: 9k
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Late 20th Century Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco English 9K Yellow and White Gold Sapphire Diamond Band
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco English 9K Yellow and White Gold Sapphire Diamond Band. This incredible
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Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 9k Gold

Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Art Deco Style Vertical Three Stone Ring in 9k Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This stunning three stone ring was crafted in 9k yellow gold. Featuring three blue sapphires
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Early Victorian Rose Diamond Eternity Band Ring in 9K, circa 1855
Located in Baltimore, MD
Nine (9K) carat rose cut diamond eternity band dating from the early Victorian era. Our early
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Antique 1850s British Early Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Diamond and White Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
verified as 9k gold and platinum This white gold solitaire ring is supplied with an independent diamond
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold, White Gold

9ct Yellow Gold Diamond Ring, Set With 1.10ct Natural Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A delicate and timeless piece, this elegant ring is crafted from 9ct yellow gold and set with a
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2010s Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco 9K Yellow Gold Old Euro Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring - G
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 9K Yellow Gold Old Euro Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring. This
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Amethyst, Diamonds, Rose Gold Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fantastic ring in 9 kt rose gold structure mounted with a drop amethyst surrounded by diamonds. Tis
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Topaz, Diamonds, Rose Gold Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Amazing ring in 9 kt rose gold structure mounted with a central topaz surrounded by diamonds. This
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 9K Knot and Twist Diamond Studded Snake Ring, HM Birmingham 1904
Located in Baltimore, MD
This ring utilizes two Victorian motifs of the serpent which symbolizes eternal love, and the
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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold

Diamond, 9 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Elegant ring in 9 karat rose gold mounted with a diamond in the central part. The origin of this
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Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Amethyst, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Beautiful retro ring in 9k rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central amethyst
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Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Amethyst, Silver, Rose Gold, 9k Gold

Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Retrò ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure studded
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Vintage 1940s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Gold Silver Diamond Stone Cluster Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Retro ring in 9kt yellow gold and silver composed of a cluster of twisted stones embellished with
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Vintage 9ct Gold Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Ruby Ring 9ct Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1995 Beautiful Vintage Ring, with Star Set
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Late 20th Century English Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 9k Gold

Ruby, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Amazing ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central ruby surrounded by a
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Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Sapphire Ruby Diamond Silver Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Shiny ring in 9kt rose gold and silver with a very original movable band. composed iof a
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

9 Karat Gold Ruby Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, England
hallmarked 9ct yellow gold. Estimated total diamond weight: 1.80 carats. Estimated colour and clarity: G/H
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1990s British Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Turquoise, Onyx, Diamonds, Rose Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Amazing ring in 9 kt rose gold structure mounted with a central onyx. On of it, a structure in
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

.85 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 7 Metal Type: 9 karat Yellow Gold (English Hallmarks) Weight: 1.6 grams Center Diamond
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Retrò Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS ,ONGOING PROMOTIONS AND ITEMS ON SALES. Gorgeous retrò ring in 9 karat rose gold and
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Vintage 1950s Italian Retro More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Edwardian Marquise Diamond and 9 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
wonderful sparkle and are set in platinum which is then perched on top of a 9 Carat Gold band. This lovely
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold

Rubies, Diamonds, Rose Gold Snake Shape Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
covered by the seller (customs duties included). Beautiful snake shape ring in 9 karat rose gold
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

9ct White Gold Diamond Solitaire Ring Set With 0.51ct Natural Oval Diamond
Located in London, GB
9ct white gold claw setting, and 16 diamonds on shoulders, 0.25ct . Total Diamond Weight: 0.51ct
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2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 9ct Gold Star Set Diamond Signet Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Signet Ring 9ct Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1993 Lovely, Unisex Vintage Signet Ring
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Mid-20th Century English Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold

Turquoise, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Simple ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central turquoise surrounded by
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Sapphire, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Retrò ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central sapphire surrounded by
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Ruby, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Retrò ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central ruby surrounded by a frame
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Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Emerald, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fantastic ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central emerald surrounded by
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Emeralds, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Retrò ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central emerald surrounded by a
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Sapphires, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Amazing ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central sapphire surrounded by a
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Silver, Rose Gold, 9k Gold

Sapphires, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Beautiful retrò ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a sapphire in the central
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Coral, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
covered by the seller (customs duties included). Fantastic retrò ring in 9 karat rose gold and silver
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Rubies, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
covered by the seller (customs duties included). Beautiful ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Sapphires, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
covered by the seller (customs duties included). Beautiful ring n 9 kt rose gold and silver structure
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Turquoise, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
covered by the seller (customs duties included). Gorgeous retrò ring in 9 karat rose gold and silver
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Garnets, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS ,ONGOING PROMOTIONS AND ITEMS ON SALES. Beautiful retrò ring in 9 kt rose gold and
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Emerald, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS ,ONGOING PROMOTIONS AND ITEMS ON SALES. Amazing ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Ruby, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS ,ONGOING PROMOTIONS AND ITEMS ON SALES. Beautiful ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Amethysts, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Amazing ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Opal Diamond 9 Karat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Growing up we all heard stories of fairies and mermaids. This Antique Victorian Opal Diamond 9k
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Antique 1890s Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Garnet, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Fly Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Particular fly shape ring in 9 karat rose gold and silver structure mounted with a diamond as head
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Garnet, Diamond, Silver, Rose Gold, 9k Gold

Diamond Ruby and Resin Amber Rose Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
This is a classic ring is mounted in 9Kt gold and silver details, little leaves are surrounding
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Silver

Vintage Diamond Snake Ring, 9 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful vintage 9 karat yellow gold, diamond snake ring. The ring is designed as a coiled
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Vintage 1980s British Modern More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rubies, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Turtle Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Turtle ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure. The
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2010s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

9ct White Gold Solitaire Diamond Ring Set With 0.40ct Princess Cut Diamond
Located in London, GB
princess cut diamond in 9ct white gold setting. A beautiful and elegant choice for an engagement ring or a
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2010s British Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold, White Gold

Gold Silver Diamond Garnet Coral Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
covered by the seller (customs duties included). Cocktail ring in 9kt rose gold and silver with a
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Garnet, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Vintage 9ct Rose Gold Amethyst Diamond Carved Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Amethyst Ring 9ct Gold Stamped Circa 1980’s Pretty, Vintage Carved Ring. Set with
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Late 20th Century English Engagement Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Modern Carved Rose Amber and Diamonds Yellow Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
rose bud and a path, how romantic is it? The rim of the ring has been set with brilliant cud diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary British Fashion Rings

Materials

Amber, Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.32 Carat Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fantastic retrò ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with five diamonds. This ring
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

1.00 Carat Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fantastic retrò ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with five diamonds. This ring
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

9 Karat Yellow Gold Freeform Mother of Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 9k yellow gold Pearl: 1 free form mother of pearl Diamonds: 19 round brilliant cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

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9k Gold Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the 9k gold diamond ring you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 9k Gold and Rose Gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 1019 vintage or 313 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a 9k gold diamond ring may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th 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, .5 Carat and 1 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. Finding an appealing 9k gold diamond ring — no matter the origin — is easy, but Luigi Ferrara, Botta gioielli and Zoe and Morgan each produced a popular version that is worth a look. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also mixed cut cut and rose cut cut versions available here, too. Finding a 9k gold diamond ring for sale for women should be easy, but there are 254 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a 9k Gold Diamond Ring?

The price for a 9k gold diamond ring starts at $220 and tops out at $82,459 with these rings, on average, selling for $811.

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 9k Gold Diamond Ring
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    Whether a 24K gold ring is worth it depends on your preferences and personal opinions. Because 24-karat gold is pure gold with no alloy metals added, it shows off a rich color that many people find appealing. However, 24-karat gold is more expensive than other alloys and is more prone to scratching and wear than alloys like 18-karat and 14-karat gold. As a result, you may prefer an alloy if you're looking for a piece of jewelry to wear daily. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    How much a 10k white gold ring is worth changes over time. On its own, 10-karat white gold has value, but scrap metal prices tend to fluctuate. A ring may be worth more than the going rate for 10-karat white gold based on its maker, age, style and other factors. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler can provide you with a more specific valuation. Explore a collection of white gold rings on 1stDibs.