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Art Deco Style 14k Gold Diamonds Blue Sapphires Aquamarine Pyramid Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique and classic handmade Art Deco Style cocktail ring with Natural Aquamarine Pyramid measuring
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2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco GIA Certified 1.50 Carat Diamonds Engagement Ring Set 14k White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Art Deco GIA Certified 1.50 Carat Diamonds Engagement Ring Set 14k White Gold. Beautiful ring set
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Vintage 1970s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Oval Shape Morganite Orange Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style 14K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
wear from day to evening with style and grace! 14K Rose Gold. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Total
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Emerald Diamond Art Deco Style Three Stone 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
would make a lovely engagement ring. 14K White Gold. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Total weight
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Star Sapphire Cabochon 14K White Gold Art Deco Style Filigree Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Art Deco style ring. In 14 karat white gold. Bezel-set with a round star sapphire cabochon
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20th Century Art Deco Dome Rings

Materials

Star Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Ruby Art Deco Style Halo Set Vintage Inspired 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
classically fashionable. 14K White Gold. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Weight: 4.00 g. (approx. total
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Black Onyx Art Deco Style Triple Shank Halo 14K Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
border. The shank is split to give the appearance of three rows. 14K Yellow Gold. Ring Information
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 14K 1/2 ct Diamond Filigree Ring
Located in Big Bend, WI
14K white gold filigree ring featuring an European cut diamond weighing about 1/2 carat. The
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Deco 14K Two Tone Gold Old Cut Diamond Filigree Cocktail Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 14K Two Tone Gold Old Cut Diamond Filigree Cocktail Ring. This beautiful
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Rainbow Sapphire Art Deco Style Mosaic Set Target 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
is sure to be a firm favorite in your jewelry collection. 14K White Gold. Ring Information Style
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Emerald Double Halo Art Deco Style Asscher Shape 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
. 14K White Gold. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Total weight: 4.60 g. (approx. total weight) Center
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 1.15 carat old mine cut diamond 14k white gold engagement ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A captivating expression of Art Deco elegance, this 1930s engagement ring features a 1.15 carat old
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Amethyst Ring. 14k Gold Filigree Design. Engagement Ring from Art Deco
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
color: Purple Band color: Gold Style: Art deco Super unique vintage ring. Deep purple amethysts set into
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Early 2000s Engagement Rings

Oval Shape Blue Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style 14K Two Tone Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
that will be worn for many years to come. 14K Gold. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Total weight
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style 31 Carat Green Turquoise Pyramid 14K Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
SHIPPING+CUSTOM DUTY ARE PAID BY SELLERS Unique and classic handmade Art Deco Style cocktail ring
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2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold

Morning Glory Red Pink Ruby Round Diamond Art Deco Style 14K Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
design, this antique-style ring will make you beam with happiness. 14K Yellow Gold. Ring Information
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Aquamarine Diamond and Black Enamel Art Deco Style Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Style: Art-deco Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Weight: 4.39 g. (approx. total weight) Size: US 3 - 8 available
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Aquamarine, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

14K White Gold 3 Carat Blue Zircon and Diamond Ring 1925 Art Deco
Located in Lexington, KY
This is an alluring Art Deco ring crafted in 14K white gold showcasing a breathtaking 3-carat blue
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Blue Zircon, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

White Gold Diamond Onyx Art Deco Ring 14k Single Scrollwork
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 8 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $60 or Down 1 size for $40 Era: Art Deco Metal Content: 14k
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Red Pink Ruby Art Deco Inspired Style Octagon 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
An white gold Art-Deco design diamond and ruby target ring, center diamond with an outer ring of
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Deco 14K White Gold Platinum Old Euro Diamond Filigree Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 14K White Gold Platinum Old Euro Diamond Filigree Shield Ring. This
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

White Yellow Opal Emerald Diamond Art Deco Style Solitaire 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
engagement ring. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 14K White Gold Total weight: 3.98 g. (approx. total
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco .20ctw Diamond Navette Ring, 14k White Gold, Ring Size 6
Located in McLeansville, NC
: 14k (tested) Art Deco (1920s) SKU: R3975 A Couple Of Things to Note: * This is a vintage item and
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Vintage 1920s Fashion Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

6.99 Carat Emerald Cut Amethyst and 14K White Gold Art Deco 1930s Cocktail Ring
Located in Towson, MD
One Art Deco 1930s 14 karat white gold ring centered with a striking emerald cut amethyst weighing
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Amethyst, 14k Gold, White Gold

Octagon Amethyst Ruby Diamond Art Deco Style Halo Set 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
shoulders set off with round diamond with milgrain edge.  14K White Gold Ring Information Style: Art-deco
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Orange Citrine Diamond and Black Onyx Art Deco Style 14K Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
piece you won’t find anywhere else! 14K Yellow Gold. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Total weight: 5.60
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Citrine, Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 14K Solid Gold Ring: Bi-Color Tourmaline, Earth Mined Diamond Halo
Located in Columbus, OH
This elegant ring features a 3.48-carat bi-color tourmaline from Brazil, set in 14k gold weighing
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Fashion Rings

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Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Octagon Cut Blue Sapphire Emerald Diamond 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
every occasion in your colorful life. 14K White Gold. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Total weight
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Blue Sapphire Fan Art Deco Style Oval Shaped 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
vintage style. 14K White Gold. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Total weight: 2.90 g. (approx. total
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Aquamarine Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Style Halo Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Total weight: 3.67 g. (approx. total weight) Size: US 3 - 8
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Aquamarine, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Orange Citrine Diamond Red Ruby Art Deco Style Halo 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
triangle shaped rubies just stunning! 14K White Gold. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Total weight: 3.00
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Citrine, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco–Style 14K White Gold Diamond Navette Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A striking Art Deco–style diamond ring crafted in 14K white gold, showcasing intricate openwork and
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Vintage 1950s Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Blue Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Style Cluster Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
captivating blend of symmetry, color, and timeless allure. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 14K Yellow
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Art Deco 14k Gold Oval Bezel Amethyst Filigree Floral Large Rare Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This magnificent antique cocktail ring was crafted from solid 14k white during the art deco period
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Solitaire Rings

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Amethyst, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style Emerald Cut Blue Aquamarine Diamond Onyx 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
exclusive piece you won’t find anywhere else! 14K White Gold. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Total weight
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

White Ethiopian Opal Green Emerald Diamond Art Deco Style 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
French cut emerald and round diamond. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 14K White Gold Weight: 4.69
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Illusion Set Red Ruby Art Deco Style Statement 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
unforgettable choice for the discerning bride-to-be. 14K White Gold. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Total
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Emerald Black Onyx and Diamond Art Deco Style Target 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
on the shoulders. This Art Deco inspired ring is a perfect piece for a unique engagement ring, or to
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Art Deco 1.70ct Diamond Ring Cluster 14k Gold Halo Engagement Bridal
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage Art Deco diamond cluster ring crafted in 14k white gold (circa 1920s to 1930s). One
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Platinum Topped Diamond and Sapphire Ring with 14K Gold Shank
Located in Venice, CA
The spectacular design of this 14k gold and platinum ring is on the cusp of the Art Deco and Retro
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

TJD 0.50 Carat Round Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Band Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This Vintage Art Deco Style Floral Wide Wedding Band Ring is expertly crafted in 14 Karat Yellow
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2010s Indian Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Opal Emerald and Diamond Art Deco Style Halo Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
, and timeless design. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Total weight: 3.20 g
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Art Deco Round Brilliant Diamond Band Ring 14K White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k White Gold Total Diamond Count: 15 diamonds total Total Diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 14k Yellow Gold .25 Carat Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring Size 6
Located in Eagan, MN
mm placed strategically in the middle of this swirling design. It is stamped "14k". The ring is a
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1925 Art Deco 14K Filigree Diamond and Sapphire Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a stunning Art Deco ring showcasing 7 gorgeous sparkling diamonds and lovely white gold
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Ruby and Diamond Art Deco Style Floral Cluster Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This Art Deco style Ruby and Diamond Ring is absolutely divine. It’s fashioned from 14k white gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style Quartz Carved Ball Ruby 14k White Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classic and elegant 14 K White Gold ring composed of an engraved Natural Satinated Quartz Ball
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2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Quartz, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Oval White Australian Opal Emerald Diamond Art Deco Style Halo 14K Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
four with French cut emeralds. The milgrain adds to the vintage style.  14K Yellow Gold. Ring
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Blue Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Style Solitaire Engagement Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This Art Deco-style solitaire engagement ring features a brilliant round sapphire, prong-set to
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Baguette Diamond Art Deco Style Half Eternity Band Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 14K White Gold Weight: 2.85 g. (approx. total weight) Ring Size: US7
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Blue Sapphire Fancy Cut Art Deco Style Statement 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
just because it is beautiful. 14K White Gold. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Weight: 4.30 g. (approx
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco style ring with Round Diamond and Sapphires in 14K White Gold
Located in Boone, NC
An Art Deco style ring made of 14K white gold with traditional engraving and milgrain accents. The
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2010s American Art Deco Fashion Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, 14k Gold

French Cut Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Style Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
timeless style. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Weight: 2.58 g. (approx. total
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco 14k Gold 1.01ct GIA Old European Diamond Open Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This beautiful antique diamond dome engagement ring was crafted from solid 14k white gold during
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Art Deco Alternate Red Pink Ruby Diamond Eternity Band 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Inspired by the Art Deco period, this Aimée ring features 0.86 carats of alternate round brilliant
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Tanzanite and Diamond Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 14K Two Tone Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
vintage inspired jewelry. Ring Information Style: Art Deco Metal: 14K Yellow Gold (White Top Diamond Part
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Oval Blue Topaz Diamond and Ruby Art Deco Style 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
engagement ring. 14K White Gold. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Total weight: 4.50 g. (approx. total weight
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

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Art Deco Ring 14k Gold For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the piece of art deco ring 14k gold you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 14k Gold and White Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 2205 vintage editions and 631 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for an item from our selection of art deco ring 14k gold 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 accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat versions are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic choice in our collection of art deco ring 14k gold over the years, but those made by Diamonds Mine, Luigi Ferrara and Gregory Mikaelian Sons, Inc. are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Take a look at an object in our assortment of art deco ring 14k gold featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also old european cut cut and oval cut cut versions available here, too. Finding an option in this array of art deco ring 14k gold for sale for women should be easy, but there are 754 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Art Deco Ring 14k Gold?

On average, a piece of art deco ring 14k gold at 1stDibs sells for $1,993, while they’re typically $125 on the low end and $138,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.

A Close Look at Art Deco Jewelry

Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.

The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.

However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)

While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.

Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.

A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.

Find unique Art Deco necklaces, earrings, bracelets and other jewelry on 1stDibs.

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.

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.