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Pearls Diamonds Emeralds Rubies Sapphires 18 Karats White Gold Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
expert Neapolitan goldsmiths. The ring features at the top 6 gold-colored pearls grown in the South Seas
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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mobe Pearl Diamond Sapphire Ruby Halo White Gold Mid-Century Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Fantastic Mid-Century late 1950's Mobe pearl, diamond, sapphire and ruby cocktail ring. Beautifully
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Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

ct 2, 40 Diamonds and ct 3, 62 Emeralds Rubies Pearl Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Cocktail ring in 14k white and yellow gold mounted with diamonds, rubies, blue sapphires and a gold
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1990s Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yel...

Turtle Fancy Diamond Ruby White Pearl 18K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Dimensions: 1.80x1.10x0.70cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "27 Fancy Diamonds 0.18 CT 2 Ruby 0.01
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cocktail Ring Cultured Pearl Emerald Amethyst Diamonds Ruby White Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
brilliance of emerald, amethyst, diamond and ruby cultured pearls with the timeless elegance of the 18-carat
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White ...

South-Sea Pearls, Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires, Diamonds, 14 Kt White Gold Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
diamonds, emeralds, rubies and sapphires. This ring was totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths and
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

NWT $16, 109 18KT Rare Fancy South Sea Pearl 6CT Glittering Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
South Sea Pearl Ruby Diamond Ring. This Magnificent Ring is comprised of a Rare Fine Large South Sea
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

South-Sea Pearl, Emeralds, Sapphires, Rubies, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
part currounded by diamonds,emeralds,sapphires and rubies. This ring was totally handmade by Italian
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Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Rubies Diamonds Mother of Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
style and personality. Total Weight of the ring grams 23.20 Diamonds weight 1.02 karat Mother of pearls
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamonds Blue Sapphires, Ruby Topaz Amethyst Peridots Australian Pearl Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Diamonds 0.19 ct Rubies and Sapphires 1.18 ct Amethysts Peridots Yellow and Light blue Topaz 3.6 ct Pearl
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Vintage 1950s Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Peridot, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Topaz,...

Diamonds, Emeralds, Rubies, Blue Sapphires, Pearl 14 Karat White and Yellow Gold
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Retro cocktail ring in 14k yellow gold structure, mounted with a big south sea pearl (15mm) in the
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1990s Italian Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pearl, Ruby,...

Eostre Golden South Sea Pearl and Ruby Pendant Ring in 18K Rose Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
This is a Golden South Sea Pearl and Ruby Pendant Ring in 18K Rose Gold. The idea behind this piece
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2010s Australian Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Fresh Water Pearl with Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, Tsavorite Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Fresh Water Pearl with Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, Tsavorite 0.72 carat and Diamond 0.16 carat Ring set
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2010s Thai Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold

Edwardian Burmese Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
(Myanmar), Treatment: None Ruby Certificate: The Gem and Pearl Laboratory London Diamonds: Approx. 2.0
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Vintage 1910s Engagement Rings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

Ruby and Diamond Coronet Cluster Ring, circa 1970
Located in London, GB
Ruby and diamond coronet cluster ring. Set with an oval old cut natural unenhanced Siam ruby in an
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold

Sterling Silver Pearl Ruby Womens Half Eternity Ring, Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
Cultured Freshwater Pearls and Natural Rubies, each one measuring approx 3mm round. We design and make all
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2010s British Victorian Bridal Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Sterling Silver

Natkina White Pearl Emerald Ruby Diamond White Gold Ring For Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White 14K Gold Ring Diamond 6-RND57-0,06 ct- VS1 A Diamond 75-RND57-0,52 ct- VS1 A Pearl d 9,5
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2010s Swiss Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, White Gold

Lucky Diamond Ruby Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Precious Alligator Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Matching Necklace Available It was no-one other then Maria Félix who created the trend of crocodile jewellery and made it a classic. In 1975 Félix commissioned her most exceptional ...
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2010s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tsavorite, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow...

Art Deco Natural Unenhanced Burmese Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Art Deco Burmese ruby and diamond ring. Set with a natural unenhanced Burmese oval old cut ruby in
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Vintage 1930s Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Solid 18K Rose Gold Pearl Ruby Womens Dress Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
This wonderfully elegant ring, proudly shows off two magnificent 6mm Cultured Pearls, enhanced by
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2010s British Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Amethyst, Rubies, Sapphires, Pearls, 9 Karat Rose Gold and Silver Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
13.07 ct Diamonds 0.20 ct Rubies and color sapphires 1.13 ct Pearls 0.34 g Total weight 14 g Ring
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Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

South Sea Keshi Pearl – 18k Yellow and White Gold Diamond Snake Ring
Located in Helsinki, FI
South Sea Keshi pearl, elegantly entwined by a diamond-studded serpent. The design draws on ancient
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2010s Finnish Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Sterling Silver Natural Ruby Pearl Victorian Trilogy Band Ring
Located in Chesham, GB
This ring is made from Sterling Silver with Genuine Natural Ruby & Natural Pearl. Like all our
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2010s British Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Sterling Silver

18 Karat Gold Akoya Pearl Diamond Flower Ring by MOISEIKIN
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Beauty. This feminine flower ring consists of AA grade pinkish Akoya Pearl, diamonds and rubies which
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2010s Thai Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Ruby, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold

MOISEIKIN 18 Karat Gold Akoya Pearl Diamond Flower Ring
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Beauty. This feminine flower ring consists of AA grade pinkish Akoya Pearl, diamonds and rubies which
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2010s Thai Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold

10k White Gold Pearl Ruby Womens Trilogy Ring, Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
This stunning ring has been set with one Cultured Pearl & two Rubies measuring 4.25mm (0.17") and
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2010s British Georgian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 10k Gold, White Gold

1.44 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Coronet Cluster Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
Lovely coronet set cluster engagement ring featuring a 1.44ct natural oval red ruby, claw set in
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Vintage 1950s English Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Lizard Chameleon Ruby Diamond Pave and Green 18K Rose White Gold Animal Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Diamonds 0.07 CT 8 Green Garnet 0.08 CT 6 Ruby 0.09 CT 18KR 8.35 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

MOISEIKIN 18K White Gold Pearl Diamond Sapphire Cocktail Ring
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
from diamonds to rubies embedded between pearls illuminates the pearls with radiance and warm light
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2010s Russian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hancocks 1.09ct Burma Ruby and Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Set Ring
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A beautiful platinum, ruby and diamond set ring by Hancocks, set flush to the centre with a lovely
Category

2010s British Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

18 Karat White Gold Akoya Pearl Diamond Flower Ring by MOISEIKIN
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Beauty. This feminine flower ring consists of AA grade pinkish Akoya Pearl, diamonds and rubies which
Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Ruby, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

11.80 MM South Sea Pearl and Diamond Cocktail Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning Cocktail Ring featuring a 11.80 mm, Japanese Akoya Pearl and 0.60 Carats of Diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Platinum

Conch Pearl and Marquise Diamond Unique Everyday Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
/ Excellent Cut) Precious Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Ring Width: 2.20mm Another Conch Pearl will be replaced if
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2010s Hong Kong Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

1.34 Carat Ruby and 1.12 Carat Diamond, 18k Yellow Gold Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive ruby and diamond cluster ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The pierced decorated setting
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Pisces Zodiac Cocktail Ring Tahitian Pearl Diamonds Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The Pisces zodiac cocktail ring features an untreated Tahitian pearl of 13mm diameter. The pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sagittarius Zodiac Cocktail Ring Tahitian Pearl Diamonds Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
faceted ruby of 0.65 carats. The bow supports a Tahitian pearl of 13mm diameter. The pearl is untreated
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 2.84 Carat Thai Ruby and 1.45 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive vintage ruby and diamond ring has been crafted in
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Crossover Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
diamonds and 0,18 carats of rubies. All the stones are set in a star shape. Alex Jona jewels stand out
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Vintage 1950s Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Alex Jona Ruby White Diamond Rose Gold Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
of white diamonds, F color, VVS1 clarity and rubies weighing 0,468 carats. Size: US 6.5/EU 12. Can
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Brown Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Ro...

18K Rose Gold Tourmaline Diamond Ruby Bee Ring
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Rose Gold Tourmaline Diamonds Rubies Bee Ring 37 Black Diamonds / Fancy Diamonds 0.42 CT 4
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Ruby, Diamond, Rose Gold

Leo Zodiac Cocktail Ring Tahitian Pearl Diamonds Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The Leo zodiac cocktail ring features faceted rubies of brilliant color for eyes (approximately 1
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bochic “Orient” Spark Ruby, Pearl Multi Gem Ring Set In 18K Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Spark Ruby, Pearl & Multi Gem Ring Set In 18K & Silver Center Oval Shape Natural
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pink Diamond, Pearl, Peridot, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphi...

Solid 9K White Gold Natural Ruby Pearl Victorian Trilogy Band Ring
Located in Chesham, GB
This ring is made from 9K White Gold with Genuine Natural Ruby & Natural Pearl. Like all our
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2010s British Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 9k Gold, White Gold

South-Sea GIA Pearl Platinum baguette diamond cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
wide and 19mm high. This alluring cocktail ring is centered with a lustrous south-sea pearl of cream
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum

French 19th Century Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold You and Me Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
start of the wide ring. Total ruby weight : 0,10 carat approximately. Total diamond weight : 0,20 carat
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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Sagittarius Zodiac Cocktail Ring South Sea Pearl Diamonds Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
a faceted ruby of 0.65 carats. The bow supports a South Sea pearl of 15mm diameter. The pearl is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Eostre South Sea Pearl, Fire Opal and Diamond Ring in White Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
the ring is full of Diamonds and ruby pave except for the claws. It is a big and unique cocktail ring
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2010s Australian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Ring natural Diamond Ruby 14K Yellow Gold Ring 8.75US / 3.8gr
Located in SE
Old Classic German cluster Ring decorated with three natural old European Diamond cut Diamonds and
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum

Hikari Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold with Diamonds And A Sapphire
By Alexia Gryllaki
Located in Athens, Ekali
bold solid forms, elegant piping and intricate shapes. Gemstones, such as diamonds, emeralds, rubies
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2010s Greek Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Alex Jona Ruby White Diamond White Gold Solitaire Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
carat cushion cut Ruby. The shoulders are set with 16 white diamonds, F Color, VVS Clarity, weighing
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2010s Italian Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

14kt Gold Diamond Emerald Sapphire Ruby Dragon Harem Ring
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
small genuine stones cultured pearls Measurements : 7 1/2 ring size little shy to 3/4 inches in
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Late 20th Century Chinese Victorian Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold

Moiseikin 18 Karat White Gold Ruby Tahiti Pearl Earrings
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Inspired by famous Russian Ballet, this Prima Star Ruby and Tahiti Pearl Ring created by MOISEIKIN®
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2010s Russian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Ruby Diamond Ring 6.75 14k Y Gold 4.38 TCW Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Finely Faceted Quality Ruby Diamond Ring Size 6.75 14k Y Gold 4.38 TCW Certified $4,950
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2010s American Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold

Vintage Ring Ruby Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ring Ø 7.5US / 2.3 gr
Located in SE
Vintage ca 1960s -1970s European ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with claw set diamond cut natural
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Vintage 1960s European Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Pink Sapphire Diamonds Pearl Pave Butterfly Sweet 18K Rose Gold Animal Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
1.05 CT 38 Pink Sapphire 0.34 CT 8 Ruby 0.08 CT 18KR 4.42 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Heavy Platinum Ring 1.77ct Ruby on Stunning Baguette Diamond Band 12.6g R6786
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ Heavy Platinum Ring 1.77ct Ruby on Stunning Baguette Diamond Band  ♥ Gorgeous ruby color! ♥ The
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2010s American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Vintage Style Fleur De Lis Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Inspired by royal symbolism, this Ruby and Diamond Vintage-Style Fleur De Lis Ring exudes timeless
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

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A Pearl Ring With Rubies And Diamonds For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of a pearl ring with rubies and diamonds for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 14k Gold and 18k Gold. Our selection of items includes 7 vintage examples as well as 8 contemporary versions. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 19th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. Our collection of a pearl ring with rubies and diamonds includes designs that are universally popular, but Art Nouveau and Contemporary styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. Studio Rêves, BOON and D'Deco Jewels each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 11, are particularly popular. There are many round cut, old european cut and mixed cut a pearl ring with rubies and diamonds for sale. If you’re browsing the variety of a pearl ring with rubies and diamonds for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.

How Much are A Pearl Ring With Rubies And Diamonds?

Prices for a pearl ring with rubies and diamonds start at $690 and top out at $36,381 with these rings, on average, selling for $4,063.

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.