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Emerald Cut Emerald Ring (Approx. 1.00-Carats) Diamond Halo, 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
, Resizable Metal: Platinum, Gold, Yellow Gold Stone: Diamond, Emerald Stone Cut: Emerald Cut Style: Art Deco
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Roman Malakov 4.58 Carats Emerald Cut Emerald Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A stunning engagement ring, featuring a bezel-set 4.58 carats emerald cut emerald. Surrounded by a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Emerald and Diamond Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
cherishes beauty that lasts forever. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 14K White Gold Total weight
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Emerald Cut Emerald Platinum Ring (GIA Approx 4.90-Carats) with Diamond Halo
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite ring centers on a GIA-certified emerald-cut natural emerald weighing approximately
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Emerald Opal Vintage Style Floral Halo Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
ring features intricately detailed milgraning edged.  Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 9K Yellow
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Aquamarine Emerald and Diamond Art Deco Style Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Graceful and captivating, this Art Deco-style ring showcases the serene beauty of a luminous
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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

Antiquel Art Deco Platinum 7ct Carved Emerald Diamond Ring Brazil F1 GIA
Located in Winter Springs, FL
An exceptional and original Art Deco ring crafted in platinum and centered by an extraordinary
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Early 20th Century Brazilian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Purple Violet Amethyst Ruby and Diamond Halo Set Art Deco Style Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
14K yellow gold is the perfect base of this Art Deco inspired unusual treasure. Ring Information Style
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Radiant Shape Green Tsavorite Diamond Art Deco Style Halo 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
The charming tsavorite engagement ring. This Art Deco inspired makes for a dynamic cocktail ring or
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tsavorite, 14k Gold, White Gold

Pink Amethyst Baguette Diamond Halo Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
The Pink Amethyst and Baguette Diamond Art Deco Style Engagement Ring features a stunning square
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Colombian Emerald (AGL Approx. 1.00-Carat) Diamond Halo Ring, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Offered for auction is a truly rare and exquisite emerald and diamond ring, showcasing a Approx
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

4.54 Carat Emerald Aquamarine Halo Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite 4.54 carat Aquamarine, emerald cut, very high quality color, eye clean gem, set with
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2010s American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, White Diamond, Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Octagon Amethyst Ruby Diamond Art Deco Style Halo Set 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
A striking and intriguing jewel, indeed. This bold and colorful Art Deco style ring highlights a
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Emerald Cut Diamond Double-Halo Ring (GIA Approx. 1.00-Carat), Platinum
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite engagement ring showcases a GIA-certified emerald cut diamond weighing approximately
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Emerald Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A gorgeous emerald and blue sapphires are presented in classic Art Deco style. The center emerald
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

2.97 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald Diamond Halo 18K White Gold Vintage-Style Ring
Located in Miami, FL
: Halo Ring Face: 14.5 x 13.7mm Center Stone Details: Type: Natural Emerald Carat: 2.97 carats Color
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

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

All Tariff Paid Emerald Cut Emerald Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 14k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
All Tariff Paid Emerald Cut Emerald Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 14k White Gold Featuring a vibrant
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

London Blue Topaz Diamond Halo Vintage Inspired Art Deco Style White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
White Gold. Ring Information Style: Art Deco Total weight: 3.90 g. (approx. total weight) Ring size: US
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

2.67Ct Emerald Cut Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo Wedding Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
2.67Ct Emerald Cut Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo Wedding Ring 14 Karat White Gold At the center lies
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Art Deco Style Octagon Cut Blue Sapphire Emerald Diamond 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
emerald and round diamond in beautiful halo designs. Adorn yourself with an Art Deco inspired jewelry in
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Square Cut Emerald Halo Ring (Approx. 0.70-Carats) with Diamonds, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Art Deco ring, crafted circa 1920, showcases the timeless elegance and precision
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Octagon Blue Tanzanite Emerald and Diamond Art Deco Style 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
You’ll be delighted to wear this splendid one-of-a-kind Art Deco inspired ring. Crafted in 18K
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

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

Art Deco Style Square Asscher Diamond Emerald Engagement 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
An 18k white gold Art-Deco design diamond and sapphire target ring, center K/VS diamond with an
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rectangle Emerald Cut Blue Aquamarine Diamond Art Deco Style White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
A gorgeous blue emerald Aquamarine is presented in classic Art Deco style. The glorious gemstone
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White 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

Diamond Green Emerald Art Deco Style Strand Milgrain 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
This Art Deco style Diamond and Emerald Ring is absolutely divine. It’s fashioned from gold and
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Octagon Shape Blue Aquamarine Ruby Halo Set Art Deco Style 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Art Deco style aquamarine and ruby ring mounted. The central emerald cut aquamarine weighing
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Aquamarine, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Green Emerald Diamond Antique Style Halo Shield White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
features of Art Deco style jewelry. Set with oval shaped emerald at its center, the ring is glisten with
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Emerald Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring (GIA Approx. 2.00-Carats), Platinum
Located in New York, NY
. Each diamond is hand-set in platinum, enhancing the ring’s sophisticated Art Deco-inspired design. The
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Platinum 5.00 Ct Aquamarine, Diamond Calibre-Cut Sapphire Halo Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A spectacular Art Deco platinum ring centering a vibrant 5.00 carat emerald-cut aquamarine, framed
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Emerald Cut Diamond Double Halo Ring (GIA Approx. 0.5-Carats), Platinum
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite halo ring showcases a lively, GIA-certified 0.50 carat emerald-cut diamond at its
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Diamond Emerald Blue Sapphire Art Deco Style Engagement 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
hurry! 14K White Gold. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Total weight: 4.00 g. (approx. total weight
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

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

Round Diamond with Emerald Sapphire Art Deco Style Mosaic White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
the center with French cut emerald and sapphire in beautiful halo designs. Adorn yourself with an Art
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

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

Octagon Swiss Blue Topaz Diamond Art Deco Style 14K Halo Set White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
A gorgeous emerald-cut blue topaz is presented in classic Art Deco style. The glorious gemstone
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

French Art Deco Synthetic Ruby Diamond Halo Ring, 18K Gold, Circa 1920 s
Located in Chatham, CA
French Art Deco Synthetic Ruby and Diamond halo ring - featuring a milgrain set Emerald cut lab
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond and Emerald Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Art Deco Carved Filigree Platinum Diamond and Emerald Engagement Ring. Featuring a 2.50
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Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring (GIA Approx. 0.8-Carats) Halo, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
A captivating halo Emerald Cut Diamond, this exquisite piece centers around a GIA-certified Emerald
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Emerald Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring (GIA Approx. 0.8-Carats), Platinum
Located in New York, NY
This platinum ring showcases an emerald-cut diamond at its center, securely bezel-set and certified
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

18 Karat Gold 2.18 Carat Diamond and Emerald Art-Deco Style Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat Gold 2.18 Carat Diamond and Emerald Art-Deco Style Ring Elevate your personal style with
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2010s Indian Art Deco Solitaire Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Emerald (GIA Approx. 1.80-Carats) Diamond Prong-Set Halo Ring, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
, is prong-set at the center, drawing the eye with its rich color. Surrounding the emerald is a halo of
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Amethyst Emerald and Diamond Art Deco Style Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This captivating Art Deco engagement ring features a round amethyst set in a sleek bezel
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Amethyst, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Deco French Marquise Emeralds Diamonds Ring, 18k gold and platinum
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
carats and a halo of six vibrant emeralds totaling ~1.00 carat. The platinum-set marquise top is elevated
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

Emerald Cut Diamond (GIA Approx. 3.00-Carats) Halo Engagement Ring, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
classic Art Deco geometry. The shoulders of the ring are adorned with round brilliant-cut diamonds that
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

GIA Art Deco Style Radiant Shape Diamond Blue Sapphire Halo 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
An 18k white gold Art-Deco design diamond and sapphire target ring, center K/VS diamond with an
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond and Emerald Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Glimmering with diamonds and drama, this vintage-inspired Art Deco style ring will have heads
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Halo Natural Emerald Diamond Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
identical in size or color. A rectangular emerald framed by a halo of natural diamonds on a slim gold band
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

0.85ct Natural Emerald Diamond Half Eternity Halo Engagement Ring – 18K Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
💎 Product Description: Sophisticated and timeless, this Halo Engagement Ring features a striking
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2010s Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

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

4.42 Carat TW Colombian Emerald with Round Emerald Cut Diamond Halo 18K Ring
Located in Miami, FL
: 6.91 Grams - Style: Art Deco - Setting: Prong - Size: 7 (adjustable) - Ring Measurements: 2.7 x 2.05
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified 3.75 Carat Colombian Emerald in 18k White Gold Art Deco Ring
Located in Miami, FL
18k white gold Art Deco inspired cocktail ring mounts this vibrant GIA certified 3.75 carat
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Early 2000s Colombian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Deco 1920s 1.20 Carat Asscher Cut Diamond Square Ring with Emeralds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum and 18k yellow gold with an Asscher cut Diamond, accenting Emeralds, and
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified Old European Cut Diamond Art Deco Style Emerald Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
0.49ct 💚 Emeralds: Custom cut, bright spring green 🔷 Diamonds: G-H color, VS1-SI1 clarity 📏 Ring Size
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2010s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Diamond Black Onyx Shield Halo Set White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
a stylish and elegant emerald cluster/cocktail ring.  Ring Information Style: Art-deco Total weight
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

Rectangle Emerald Cut London Blue Topaz Diamond Halo Engagement Platinum Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
A gorgeous emerald cut London blue topaz is presented in classic Art Deco style. The glorious
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Topaz, Platinum

7.70 Carat Cabochon-Cut Emerald, Diamond, and Ruby Cocktail Ring in Art-Deco
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
7.70 Carat Cabochon-Cut Emerald, Diamond, and Ruby Cocktail Ring in Art-Deco Style This Victorian
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2010s Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Silver

Emerald Cut Diamond Halo Ring (GIA Approx. 0.70-Carats) Engagement, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite diamond halo engagement ring showcases a GIA-certified approx. 0.70-carats emerald
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

All Tariff Paid Emerald Cut Emerald Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
All Tariff Paid Emerald Cut Emerald Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 18k White Gold Featuring a vibrant
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

0.44 Carat Emerald Cut Natural Emerald Ring with Diamond Halo in 18K White Gold
By Gad Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Natural Colombian Emerald of 0.44 carats. Center stone Emerald is surrounded by 20 eye-clean
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2010s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

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Emerald Halo Ring Art Deco For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the emerald halo ring art deco you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Platinum, Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 30 antique edition and 33 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for an emerald halo ring art deco may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but 2 Carat and 2.5 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Finding an appealing emerald halo ring art deco — no matter the origin — is easy, but Beyond Fine Jewelry, FERRUCCI and Be.Jolie each produced a popular version that is worth a look. An emerald halo ring art deco can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 48 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. An emerald cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also oval cut and pear cut versions for sale. Finding an emerald halo ring art deco for sale for women should be easy, but there are 15 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Emerald Halo Ring Art Deco?

On average, an emerald halo ring art deco at 1stDibs sells for $8,678, while they’re typically $1,000 on the low end and $131,000 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.

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.