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Tanzanite Silver Earrings-Tanzanite Stud Earring-Tanzanite Gemstones Earring
Located in New York, NY
engagement and wedding ring designs, from classic, Minimalistic designs to vintage-inspired, Necklaces
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21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Tanzanite, Zircon, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver

Aquamarine 925 Silver 18k 1mm Rose Metal Plated Women s Earring Studs Earring
Located in New York, NY
engagement and wedding ring designs, from classic, Minimalistic designs to vintage-inspired, Necklaces
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21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Silver, Rose Gold, Gold Plate

3.2 Cts Natural Aquamarine Drop Dangle Earrings 925 Sterling Silver Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
engagement and wedding ring designs, from classic, Minimalistic designs to vintage-inspired, Necklaces
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21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Zircon, Silver, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Natural Aquamarine Earrings with White Zircon in Sterling Silver 8.50 Cts
Located in New York, NY
engagement and wedding ring designs, from classic, Minimalistic designs to vintage-inspired, Necklaces
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21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Zircon, Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Silver

Amethyst Jewelry Vintage Earrings, 18k Rose Gold Over Silver February Birthstone
Located in New York, NY
engagement and wedding ring designs, from classic, Minimalistic designs to vintage-inspired, Necklaces
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21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Silver, Gold Plate, Rose Gold

Natural Amethyst Pendant Necklace 1.00 ct 18K Rose Gold Sterling Silver Pendant
Located in New York, NY
engagement and wedding ring designs, from classic, Minimalistic designs to vintage-inspired, Necklaces
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21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Zircon, Rose Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Woman Wedding Amethyst Pendant Necklace 1.04 ct 18K Rose Gold Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
engagement and wedding ring designs, from classic, Minimalistic designs to vintage-inspired, Necklaces
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21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Zircon, Rose Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

9K White Gold Octagon Blue Tanzanite Pendant Necklace Gift For Her (4.46 ct)
Located in New York, NY
everyday wear. Our collection features popular engagement and wedding ring designs, from classic
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21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tanzanite, Rhodium, 9k Gold, White Gold

18K Rose Gold Plated 925 Sterling Silver Aquamarine Bridal Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
engagement and wedding ring designs, from classic, Minimalistic designs to vintage-inspired, Necklaces
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Zircon, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Silver

Natural Tanzanite Vintage Pendant Necklace 9K White Gold Gift For Her (4.46 ct)
Located in New York, NY
engagement and wedding ring designs, from classic, Minimalistic designs to vintage-inspired, Necklaces
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tanzanite, 9k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium

Natural Tanzanite Halo Pendant Necklace 9K White Gold Gift For Her (2.64ct)
Located in New York, NY
engagement and wedding ring designs, from classic, Minimalistic designs to vintage-inspired, Necklaces
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21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 9k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium

Natural Aquamarine Bridal Pendant Necklace 925 Sterling Silver Wedding Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
engagement and wedding ring designs, from classic, Minimalistic designs to vintage-inspired, Necklaces
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Zircon, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Silver

925 Sterling Silver Aquamarine 18K Rose Gold Plated Pendant Bridal Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
engagement and wedding ring designs, from classic, Minimalistic designs to vintage-inspired, Necklaces
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21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Zircon, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Silver

925 Sterling Silver Natural Aquamarine Pendant Necklace 18K Rose Gold Plated
Located in New York, NY
engagement and wedding ring designs, from classic, Minimalistic designs to vintage-inspired, Necklaces
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21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Zircon, Rose Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

1.39 Ctw OVAL Amethyst 18K ROSE GOLD PLATED OVER 925 SILVER SILVER NECKLACE
Located in New York, NY
engagement and wedding ring designs, from classic, Minimalistic designs to vintage-inspired, Necklaces
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21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Zircon, Rose Gold, Silver, Gold Plate

2.590 cts Trillion shape Amethyst 18K ROSE GOLD PLATED OVER 925 SILVER
Located in New York, NY
engagement and wedding ring designs, from classic, Minimalistic designs to vintage-inspired, Necklaces
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21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Zircon, Rose Gold, Silver, Gold Plate

1.08 Ctw Amethyst Pendant Necklace 925 Sterling Silver 18K Rose Gold Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
engagement and wedding ring designs, from classic, Minimalistic designs to vintage-inspired, Necklaces
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Zircon, Rose Gold, Silver, Gold Plate

Tanzanite Earrings, Tanzanite vintage Stud Earring, Tanzanite Silver Earring
Located in New York, NY
engagement and wedding ring designs, from classic, Minimalistic designs to vintage-inspired, Necklaces
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21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Tanzanite, Zircon, Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Silver

Woman Wedding Amethyst Pendant Necklace 4.33 ct 18K Rose Gold Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
everyday wear. Our collection features popular engagement and wedding ring designs, from classic
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21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Drop Necklaces

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Amethyst, Zircon, Rose Gold, Silver, Gold Plate

Amethyst Earrings Genuine Purple Amethyst Sterling Silver Stud Rose Gold Earring
Located in New York, NY
engagement and wedding ring designs, from classic, Minimalistic designs to vintage-inspired, Necklaces
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21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Zircon, Rose Gold, Silver, Gold Plate

Amethyst Earrings Studs-Gemstones Birthstone 18k rose gold plated over silver
Located in New York, NY
engagement and wedding ring designs, from classic, Minimalistic designs to vintage-inspired, Necklaces
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21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Silver

3.8 Cts Oct Shape Amethyst 18K ROSE GOLD PLATED OVER 925 SILVER BRIDAL NECKLACE
Located in New York, NY
engagement and wedding ring designs, from classic, Minimalistic designs to vintage-inspired, Necklaces
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21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Zircon, Rose Gold, Silver, Gold Plate

3.61 Ctw Amethyst Bridal Necklace Rose Gold Plated 925 Sterling Silver Necklace
Located in New York, NY
engagement and wedding ring designs, from classic, Minimalistic designs to vintage-inspired, Necklaces
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21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Zircon, Rose Gold, Silver, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Modern Akoya Cultured Pearl Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Clutster Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
-diamond pendant in a style reminiscent of Art Deco jewelry. Can be matched with earrings or a ring of the
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Modern Akoya Cultured Pearl Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
reminiscent of vintage Art Deco jewelry, and can be matched with the pendant and ring of the same design
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2010s Unknown Contemporary More Earrings

Materials

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

Vintage 18 Karat Gold Pearl 0.23 Carat Emerald Infinity Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
pearls, cultured, ~5mm - 7 emeralds, round cut, TW 0.23ct, vslbG 5/4, P1-P2 Weight: 2.31g Size: 2.5x1cm
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20th Century Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Sterling Silver French Paste Marcasite Jewelry Set, Brooch, Bracelet, Earrings
Located in Van Nuys, CA
20mm x Length 25mm Ring: (Size 7) Width 13mm x 25mm Length Brooch: Width 30mm x 60mm Length Bracelet
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Mid-20th Century American Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Medium GUM DROP Earrings with Rock Crystal and Cabochon Onyx and Diamonds
By Christina Addison
Located in New York, NY
earrings incorporate the art deco period materials of rock crystal and onyx with a modern twist mixing
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Rock Crystal, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow...

Marcus Co. 1910 Edwardian Bangle Bracelet In Platinum With 3.16 Ctw In Diamond
By Marcus Co.
Located in Miami, FL
). Size: Fit a wrist up to 7 Inches, (18 Cm). Measurements: The widest part is 8 mm (0.32 Inches
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Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
measures approximately 10.8 x 19.7mm, height from finger approximately 7.1mm, finger size 7. The ring can
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

1930s Art Deco 3.88 Carat Mogok Burma Ruby Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in London, GB
A French Art Deco ruby and diamond ring, the central oval faceted ruby weighing 3.88 carats
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

New Art Deco Style Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in platinum. Splendid art deco style ring of round shape, it is closed set in its center of a
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

1925s Art Deco 1.50 Carat E.VS Diamond 18 Karat Platinum Solitary Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
4 g. US Size : 7 ; Free resize, please contact us. Antique jewel - French work from the years 1925
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Baume Jade Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Dangle Earrings
By Baume
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Earrings in 18 carats white gold. These long art deco earrings are made of a
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2010s French Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

1925s Cultured Pearl Diamonds Platinum Art Deco Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
: Lovely pearl art deco ring, well in its period. Specialized in antique and creation jewelry since 1975
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Platinum

Wedding Bells Diamond 14 Karat Gold Ring, Band, Elevated Setting, .05 Carat
Located in Milford, DE
the perfect moments in your life! Ring size US 7 1/2 Hallmarks: 14K, Wedding Bells Face height: 5 mm
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Peter Suchy 2.16 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Wedding Band Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
and crafted in the Peter Suchy Workshop. 7 emerald cut diamonds, G-H VS2 VS approx. 2.16cts Size 6.5
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21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Carnelian Turban Fashion Ring Amethyst Cabochon 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
shank ( actual size #7, but can resize according to buyer requirement) In 1978 our workshop started in
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Early 2000s Thai Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Carnelian, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chalcedony Blue Sapphire Cabochon Diamonds 14 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
gold and 14 diamonds shank ( actual size #7, but can resize according to buyer requirement) In 1978
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2010s Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Rock Quartz Turban Fashion Ring Ruby Cabochon 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
shank ( actual size #7, but can resize according to buyer requirement) In 1978 our workshop started in
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Early 2000s Thai Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Quartz, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

4 Carats Opal Oval Cabochon 14 Kt Gold 12 Full Cut Round Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
round full cut diamonds of 0,05 ct. each = 0,6 carats total diamonds weight Ring Shank American size # 7
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2010s Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold

Engraved Oval Shape Lemon Quartz Cab Faceted Oval Peridot 14 Kt Yellow Gold Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
shank is also in 14 kt solid yellow gold now in american size # 7,but we can easily change according to
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Early 2000s Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Peridot, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

STATEMENT Paris - ART DECO RING MY WAY DIAMONDS PINK GOLD 1 carat, size 7
Located in PARIS, FR
diamonds. The iconic My Way collection combines the Art Deco opulence and chrome-clad futurism. The lines
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Art Deco Sapphire Eternity Ring
Located in Kendal, GB
A beautiful Art deco full eternity ring from the 1920s modelled in solid 18ct white gold and
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20th Century Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Gold

14K Yellow Gold White Gold Accent Ring With 7 Diamonds for Women Size 7
Located in Jacksonville, FL
gold and white gold accent ring, adorned with a total of 7 dazzling diamonds. Designed to captivate
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Antique 19th Century American Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Asymmetrical Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This statement Art Deco ring has an asymmetrical band, made of 14 Karat yellow gold, that meets at
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Art Deco 7 CT Certified Natural Emerald and Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Orlando, Florida
Art Deco 7 CT Certified Natural Emerald and Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K Gold A stunning ring
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Art Deco 14k Yellow Gold Natural Old European Diamond Ring Size 6.25
Located in Jacksonville, FL
designed for women. Weighing a delicate 2.2 grams and sized elegantly at 7, this ring exudes timeless
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

.36ct Diamond Art Deco Style Ring
Located in Carmel, CA
A lovely Art Deco style ring with a .36 carat center diamond and .40 total carats of accent
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in ALTRINCHAM, GB
head) and maker's mark. It measures 1.70cm wide x 1.40cm deep. Finger size N (UK), 7 (US), 54 (EU).
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco 3.95 Carat Diamond Ring
Located in Carmel, CA
A beautiful Art Deco diamond ring with a large 3.95 carat center diamond. The diamond is estimated
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Platinum Aquamarine Diamond Ring
Located in DALLAS, TX
Art Deco platinum 3.25 carat emerald-cut aquamarine with .34 carat total weight diamond ring. Size
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Berlin, DE
platinum. Total weight: 3,88 grams. Ring size: 57 ( US 7 3/4 ). Resizable
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Ruby Full Eternity Ring
Located in Kendal, GB
A gorgeous Art Deco full eternity ring set with twenty square cut rubies around the outside of the
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Ruby, Platinum

Art Deco Diamond Engagement Ring, Handmade Antique 1940s Ring
Located in Sydney CBD, AU
tested) 7 stone Art Deco ring. Semi modern cut Diamond 6 claw scalloped gallery set with 3 single cut
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Vintage 1940s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in ALTRINCHAM, GB
Big, bold, Art Deco, asymmetric 18ct gold and diamond ring. This beauty comes from France and has
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Splendid Art Deco Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Lambertville, NJ
totaling approx .75cts. Size 7 1/4 and can be sized.
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

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Art Deco Ring Size 7 For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact art deco ring size 7 you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Platinum, Gold and White Gold — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for an art deco ring size 7 from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing art deco ring size 7 — no matter the origin — is easy, but Estate Jewelry each produced a popular version that is worth a look. An art deco ring size 7 can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 17 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for a baguette cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also old european cut cut and single cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our art deco ring size 7 for sale are for women, but there are 2 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Art Deco Ring Size 7?

The price for an art deco ring size 7 starts at $240 and tops out at $14,900 with these rings, on average, selling for $1,450.

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.

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.