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Art Deco 1920 Five Stones Ring in 18kt Yellow Gold with Diamonds
Located in Aventura, FL
This elegant Art Deco five-stone ring, crafted in the 1920s, is a timeless example of the geometric
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

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

Vintage Five-Stone Diamond Platinum and 18 Carat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
This lovely vintage ring features five round brilliant cut diamonds, with an approximate total
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Vintage 1970s English Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

2.04 Carat Emerald Cut Ruby and Diamond Five-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in NEW YORK, NY
diamonds channel set on a platinum composition. A unique and elegant engagement ring. Size 6.5 US.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Antique Old Cut Diamond 18 Carat Yellow Gold Five-Stone Ring, 1903
Located in London, GB
This antique Edwardian carved ring features five old cut diamonds with an approximate total weight
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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

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

Vintage Retro Platinum Old Euro Diamond and Sapphire Five Stone Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Retro Platinum Old Euro Diamond and Sapphire Five Stone Ring - GIA. This classic
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Vintage 1950s Retro Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Antique Old Cut Diamond 18 Carat Yellow Gold Five-Stone Ring, 1886
Located in London, GB
This wonderful antique Victorian ring is beautifully set with five old mine cut diamonds, weighing
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Antique 1880s English Late Victorian Three-Stone Rings

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

Art Deco 1920 five stones Ring in 18kt Gold and Silver with Diamonds
Located in Aventura, FL
refined artistry that define this iconic design era. Adorning the ring are five graduated old mine-cut
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Certified 2.22 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald and Diamond Five-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in NEW YORK, NY
. Additional 2 bullet cut diamonds channel set on a platinum composition. A unique and elegant engagement ring
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

2.73 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald Diamond Five-Stone Engagement Ring in Platinum
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Showcasing color-rich 2.73 carat emerald. Two perfectly matched emerald cut diamonds weighing 1.03
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Certified 4.74 Carat Emerald Cut Sapphire and Diamond Five-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in NEW YORK, NY
emerald cut diamonds weighing 1.05 carat elegantly flank the center emerald cut blue sapphire for a very
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

1950 s 2.25 CTW Old European Diamond Platinum Five Stone Vintage Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old European cut diamond weighing 2.00 carats - K color with VS1 clarity Prong set in
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Vintage 1950s Modern Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco 18 Carat Gold and Platinum Diamond and Ruby Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
A wonderful vintage five-stone ring from the Art Deco period, circa 1920. The central ruby measures
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Emerald Old Mine Diamond Five Stone Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Emerald Old Mine Diamond Five Stone Ring - GIA. This
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Antique 1890s Victorian Three-Stone Rings

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

4.12ct Old European Cut M–J Diamond 14K Rose Gold Vintage Five-Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
Title: This vintage five-stone ring showcases a stunning 4.12 total carat weight of Old European
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20th Century Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Natural Ruby and Diamond Vintage Style Five Stone Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
sleek and lustrous yellow gold band accentuated by small round diamonds between each five stones. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 1.78 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
stone ring; part of our antique jewelry/estate jewelry collections. This stunning antique five stone
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Antique 1890s Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Diamond Five-Stone 18ct Gold Platinum Ring
Located in London, GB
This elegant antique five-stone diamond ring is a timeless treasure, set with old cut diamonds in a
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Antique 19th Century English Edwardian Cluster Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Ruby and Old Cut Diamond 18 Carat Yellow Gold Five-Stone Ring, 1911
Located in London, GB
This beautiful ring features 3 round rubies accompanied by two old cut diamonds all mounted in a
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Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K White Gold Five-Stone Marquise and Pear Diamond Ring Size 6 #23132
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K White Gold Five-Stone Diamond Ring Size 6- This stunning five-stone ring features three
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20th Century Contemporary Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Diamond and 18K Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.78 carat diamond and 18k yellow gold, five stone ring; part of our
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Antique Early 1900s English Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

An Art-Deco Style 5-Stone Half-Hoop 0.65ct Diamond Ring. English hallmarks.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
An Art-Deco Style Five-Stone Diamond Ring, Set with 5 round transitional cut diamonds of 0.65ct in
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Vintage 1960s English Art Deco Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian 0.66 Carat Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
five stone diamond ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The elevated pierced decorated multi claw
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Antique 1890s British Band Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Man’s Baguette Diamond Ring Three Diamonds Representing Past, Present and Future
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
The men’s ring is perfect for representing eternity! The ring has three amazing diamonds with two
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Platinum Vintage Five Graduated Diamond Scalloped Edge 0.30 Carat Ring Size 6
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Platinum Vintage Five Stone Diamond Ring, a timeless piece that exudes
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Early 20th Century British Contemporary Band Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Amethyst Ring, Yellow Gold, Estate Ring With Genuine 6.0 Carat Amethyst
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
I bet you've never seen a ring like this. This uniquely faceted 6 carat amethyst is one to behold
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2010s American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Star Setting Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous 18ct gold band holds five diamonds totalling 18pts. They are bright and have a lovely
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Antique 1890s British Victorian Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, Gold

3.28 Carat Five 5-Stone Old European Cut Diamond Ring.
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
3.28 ct Total Weight Five-Stone 14K White Gold Old European Cut Diamond Ring Embrace vintage
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2010s Italian Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire

1.68 Carat Total The Leo Diamond Five Stone Band Ring in Polished Platinum
By The Leo Diamond
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 8.75 This Leo five-stone diamond ring radiates timeless elegance with a clean, modern
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Antique diamond five stone ring, 18 karat yellow gold, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
A stunning antique, late Victorian era five stone diamond ring in 18kt yellow gold. This
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18ct Yellow Gold 5 Stone GIA Diamond Ring, 2.35ct Natural Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Timeless elegance meets exceptional quality in this five-stone diamond ring, featuring 2.35ct of
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2010s Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Diamond five stone ring, 18k yellow gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
A stunning vintage, mid century era five stone diamond ring in 18ct yellow gold. This spectacular
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Mid-20th Century British Retro Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

TVJ 0.90 Carat Asscher Cut Diamond Five-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful five-stone diamond ring. The ring showcases a Georgian style cut down
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21st Century and Contemporary Georgian Fashion Rings

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Diamond, Silver, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

TVJ 1.00 Carat Asscher Cut Diamond Five-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a beautiful five-stone diamond ring. This ring features a Georgian style cut down
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21st Century and Contemporary Georgian Fashion Rings

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Diamond, Silver, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

1930s Diamond and White Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 0.35 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold five stone cocktail ring; part of
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Romantic Engagement Rings

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Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Antique 1.00 Carat Diamond and 18k White Gold Five Stone Ring Circa 1925
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive five stone diamond ring has been crafted in 18k white gold with a platinum setting. The stunning
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Band Rings

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Diamond, White Gold, Platinum

5-stone Diamond Ring in 14k Yelllow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
5-stone Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold This five-stone diamond ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Bridal Rings

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 3.31 Carat Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 3.31 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold five stone ring
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Vintage 1930s Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1920s Diamond and Yellow Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
graded, very high clarity graded old cut diamonds. The 1920s five stone diamond ring is a very good gauge
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Cluster Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1940s, Diamond and Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
five stone diamond ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with an 18k white gold setting. The plain
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

1900s Diamond and Yellow Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.88 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold five stone ring; part of
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1870s Diamond and Yellow Gold Five Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
). This Victorian five stone diamond ring is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card
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Antique 1870s British Victorian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1911 Diamond Yellow Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.66 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold five stone ring; part of
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Vintage 1910s English Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1920s 0.96 Carat Diamond and Platinum Five Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 0.96 carat diamond and platinum five stone cocktail ring; part of our diverse
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20th Century Unknown Wedding Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver 2.0 Carat Diamond 5 Stone Wedding Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Eternal five-stone diamond ring is just that, a timeless design that symbolizes a lasting love
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Fashion Rings

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White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate, 14k Gold

Antique 1905 Diamond and Yellow Gold Five-Stone Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.56 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold five stone cocktail ring
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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1910s Diamond and 15K Yellow Gold Five-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections. This fine and impressive five stone diamond
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20th Century Unknown Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

1.00 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Five-Stone Yellow Gold Half Eternity Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A contemporary 1.00 carat diamond, 18k yellow gold, 18k white gold set, five stone ring; part of
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Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Rose Cut 1 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring Set
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
Low profile rose cut diamond with trillion set on 18k gold 1 carat rose cut diamond Five stone
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2010s American Art Deco Engagement Rings

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

14K Rose Cut 1 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring Set
Located in Wallingford, CT
Low profile rose cut diamond with trillion set on 14k gold 1 carat rose cut diamond Five stone
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2010s American Art Deco Engagement Rings

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

Antique 1.83 Carat Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
gold five stone diamond ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with a platinum setting. The pierced
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Wedding Rings

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique 1.37 Carat Diamond and White Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive five stone diamond ring has been crafted in 18k white gold with a platinum setting. The stunning
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Gold, 15k Gold, White Gold

1900s 1.32 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
collections. This fine and impressive five stone diamond ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with a 14k
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Rachel Koen Round Cut Diamond Men s Wedding Band 10k White Gold 0.50cttw
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful five stone diamond ring for your loved ones. Diamonds are eye clean with brilliant
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2010s American Modern Band Rings

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Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 0.94 Carat Baguette Cut Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming five-stone diamond ring. This vintage piece has been crafted from a warm
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Late 20th Century Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1900s Diamond and Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.65 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold five stone cocktail ring
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Antique Early 1900s English Victorian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

14 Karat Yellow and White Gold Estate Five-Stone Diamond Anniversary Band
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a beautiful estate five stone diamond ring in 14k white and yellow gold. This is the ideal
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Vintage 1950s Modernist Band Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Platinum Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your elegance with this stunning five-stone diamond ring, a true masterpiece crafted to
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20th Century Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

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Five Stone Diamond Rings For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of five stone diamond rings for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 1775 vintage editions and 452 modern creations to choose from as well. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 18th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Our collection of five stone diamond rings includes designs that are universally popular, but Victorian and Edwardian styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Roman Malakov, Five Star Jewelry and Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc. produced popular versions that are worth a look. There are many round cut, old european cut and old mine cut five stone diamond rings for sale. Most of our five stone diamond rings for sale are for women, but there are 693 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are Five Stone Diamond Rings?

On average, five stone diamond rings at 1stDibs sell for $2,929, while they’re typically $132 on the low end and $4,600,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Finding the Right Rings for You

Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.

No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.

Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.

Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry

The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.

Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.

Questions About Five Stone Diamond Rings
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The symbolism of a diamond ring is largely a matter of personal opinion. Because diamonds are the most commonly used stones in engagement rings, many people associate them with commitment, undying love and marriage. The diamond is also the gemstone for April. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of diamond gemstone rings.