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Diamond Ruby Emerald Pearl Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Precious ring in 14kt gold and details in white gold composed of a central pearl surroundes by
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

A Natural Pearl Diamond And 18K Yellow Gold Ring Circa 1910
Located in Firenze, IT
Marquise pearl button ring. It features a large colored pearl button. Set in 18K yellow gold with
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Cluster Rings

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Natural Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pearls, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Ring in 14 kt white gold structure mounted with three central pearls between structures of diamonds
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro More Rings

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

12, 5 Mm White Pearl, Diamonds, Platinum Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
with diamonds. This ring was totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths and it is in perfect
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Handcraft Bone 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Silver Diamonds and Pearl Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Handcraft Bone 18 Karat Yellow Gold And Silver Diamonds And Pearl Cocktail Ring Made entirely by
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings

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

Two Finger Ring White and Golden Pearl with Diamonds Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The two finger pearl and diamond ring features a splendid South Sea pearl of 17.5mm diameter, and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

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White Diamond, Oriental Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold...

Grey and White Pearl, Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Contrarié Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
pearl and little white diamonds. This ring is totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths. Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bulgari Diamond Mother-of-Pearl Viper Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
rose gold, its sinuous design is adorned with radiant diamonds and luminous mother-of-pearl, evoking
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Pearl Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
. Ring total weight 10.40 grams Diamonds weight 1.28 karat Pearl weight 26.50 karat Pearl size 15.70
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pearl, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold and Rose Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
flowers of diamonds. This ring was totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths and it is in perfect
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

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

Black and White Diamond Australian Pearl 18 Kt. White Gold Cocktail Flower Ring
Located in Rome, IT
18 Kt. white gold ring with black & white diamonds and South sea round pearl. This impressive ring
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2010s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Black Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold,...

Grey Pearl, Emeralds, Diamonds, Sapphires, Rubies, Rose Gold and Silver Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Retrò ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central pearl with a diamond on it
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Pink Pearl, Tanzanite, Diamonds, Platinum and 14 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
a crown of tanzanite and diamonds. This ring was totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths and
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Leo Pizzo South Sea Pearl Diamond Gold Ring
By Leo Pizzo
Located in New York, NY
18k gold ring by Leo Pizzo, with 13mm South Sea pearl, and approx. 0.72ctw in diamonds. Ring size
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20th Century Italian More Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold

South Sea Pearl and Diamond Cocktail Ring Art Deco Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond ring features an untreated pearl of 16.5mm diameter. The pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

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

Pearl Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
, designed for those who wish to wear something truly unique. Ring total weight 18.40 grams Diamonds weight
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Pearl Precious Stone Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Enhance your look with this charming ring in 14Kt white gold and rose gold, composed of diamonds
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Cluster Rings

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

18 kt. Pink Gold Ring Beautiful Tahitian Pearl and 0.96 ct. Diamonds
By Crivelli Gioielli
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous 18 kt. Pink Gold Ring With Beautiful Tahitian Pearl & 0.96 ct. Diamonds Tahitian Pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

South Sea Pearl and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Ballerina Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This exquisite 18 carat white gold cluster ring features a gorgeous south sea pearl measuring
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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Cluster Rings

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

18mm South Sea Pearl Gem and Diamond Cocktail Ring Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond cocktail ring features a voluminous gem quality pearl of 18mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

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

18K White Gold Ring with 13.5mm White Pearl and Brilliant-Cut Diamonds
Located in Bergamo, BG
An elegant 18K white gold ring featuring a luminous 13.5mm white pearl, accented by two brilliant
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Rose and White Gold, White Diamond and Mother of Pearl Ring
Located in GALLARATE, IT
shape. Ring in rose and white gold 18 karat, with Mother of Pearl and white Diamond, total weight g
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Other, Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Coral, Fancy Diamonds, Pearls, 14 Karat White and Rose Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
by Italian master goldsmiths and it is in perfect conditions. Diamonds 0.31 ct Coral 2.20 gr Pearls
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Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Cocktail Rings

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Coral, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

19mm South Sea Pearl and Diamond Ring with Onyx Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond ring features an exceptionally large and beautiful pearl of 19mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings

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

Silver Grey Tahitian Pearl 1.72 carats Diamonds Gold Ring
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
A Silver gray Tahitian pearl and white diamonds ring from the collection "Purity Di Perle" from
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2010s Italian Bridal Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Gold, Silver

18k White Gold Ring with 8mm White Pearl and Pavé Diamond Band
Located in Bergamo, BG
A refined 18k white gold ring featuring a luminous 8mm white pearl as its centerpiece. The band is
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Coral, White Stones, Pearls, Diamonds, Sapphires, 14Kt White and Rose Gold Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
leaves and flowers studded with diamonds and sapphires. This ring was totally handmade by Italian master
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Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Cocktail Rings

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Sapphire, Pearl, Diamond, Coral, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Ella Gafter Pisces Diamond Pearl Emerald Zodiac Ring in 18K Ring
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
Ella Gafter South Sea Pearl Diamond And Emerald zodiac pisces ring beautifully handcrafted in 18k
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold

Handcrafted Retro Ring Coral Flower, Diamonds, Pearl, Rose and White Gold
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
. Diamonds 0.1ct Rubrum coral 1.5 g Pearl 0.05g, 3mm total weight 6g ring head diameter 2.5cm italian size
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Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Cocktail Rings

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Coral, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Onyx Pearls Blue Sapphires Diamonds Rose Gold and Silver Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Beautiful ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver, 2.7 cm of diameter, mounted with 0.11 ct of diamonds
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

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Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Silver, Rose Gold

Blue Sapphires, Diamonds, Pearl, 14 Kt Rose and White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
ring was totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths and it is in perfect conditions. Diamonds 0.43
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Coral Flower, Diamonds, Sapphires, Pearls, 14k White and Rose Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, and little pearls. This ring is totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths. Diamonds 0.10 ct Coral
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Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

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Sapphire, Pearl, Diamond, Coral, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

South-Sea Pearl, Amethysts, Diamonds, 14Kt White and Rose Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Italian master goldsmiths and it is in perfect conditions. Diamonds 0.55 ct Amethysts 0.91 gr Pearl 4.50
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

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Amethyst, Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Marina B Mother of Pearl Diamond Gold Band Ring
By Marina B
Located in New York, NY
18k yellow gold band ring by Marina B, featuring alternating black and white mother of pearl links
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20th Century Italian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold

"Costis" Eiffel Ring, 13.60mm Gray South Sea Pearl, and 1.45 cts Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
"Costis" Eiffel Ring, 13.60mm Gray South Sea Pearl, and 1.45 cts Diamonds. Haute Joaillerie at its
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2010s Italian Modern Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Tahiti Pearl, Diamonds, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fashion ring in 18 kt yellow gold structure mounted with a pearl and diamonds. This ring was
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pearl Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
. Ring total weight 20.90 grams Diamonds weight 0.80 karat Pearl weight 2.60 grams Pearl size 12
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

9mm Akoya Pearl Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
18K White Gold Ring featuring a 9mm Akoya Pearl and a captivating design with a 1.16 ct Round
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2010s Italian Modern Band Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

18Kt White Gold with White Diamonds and Pearls Cocktail Classic Timeless Ring
Located in GALLARATE, IT
Timeless contrarier ring in white gold 18kt with white Pearls and white diamonds g.4.40 perals
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

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White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

South Sea Pearl 17.5mm Diamond Cocktail Ring Ring Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond ring features an untreated pearl of 17.5mm diameter. The pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

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

Pearl Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
pearl and diamonds Ring total weight 14 grams Diamonds weight 1.01 karat Pearl weight 32.60 karat Pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Gold and Silver Diamond Tsavorite Pearl Coral Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
petals embellished with diamonds and flowers covered in tsavorite and pearl. diamonds 0.10kt tot weight
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Cocktail Rings

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Coral, Diamond, Tsavorite, 9k Gold, Silver

Pearl Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Band Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
with impeccable precision, the ring boasts a surface studded with diamonds that capture light from
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Band Rings

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k White Gold Toi et Moi Ring with Pink and Gray Pearls, Diamonds, and Aquamari
Located in Bergamo, BG
gray pearl. The refined setting is adorned with pavé-set diamonds and aquamarine, enhancing the fluid
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

South Sea Pearl, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold, Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
handmade by Italian master goldsmiths and it is in perfect condition. Diamonds 0.96 ct South Sea Pearl 3 g
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1990s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Snake White Yellow Pink Diamond Sapphire Pearl 18kt Gold Ring and Jewelry box
By Elisa Pozza by PETRONILLA
Located in Bussolengo, Verona
Snake White Yellow Pink Diamond Sapphire Pearl 18kt Gold Ring and Jewelry box This ring is a snake
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2010s Italian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Sapph...

Fish Ring Diamond Pearl Onyx Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The fish ring with diamonds features a fish holding a South Sea pearl of 11.5mm diameter in its
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

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White Diamond, Onyx, South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Pearl, 18k...

Trio rose gold diamond eternity rings, lapis, mother of pearl of pearl and coral
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
mm. Weight: 2.7 gr 2. Ring with diamonds and mother of pearl in 18k rose gold with mother-of-pearl
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1990s Italian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18 Kt White Gold with White Diamonds and Pearl Cocktail Classic Timeless Ring
Located in GALLARATE, IT
Timeless ring in white gold with cultured pearl mm8.00 and white diamonds cts 0.10 classic elegant
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Kt White Gold with White Diamonds and Pearl Cocktail Classic Timeless Ring
Located in GALLARATE, IT
Timeless ring in white gold with cultured pearl mm7.00 and white diamonds cts 0.05 classic elegant
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

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White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamonds Emeralds Pearl White Rose Gold Fantastic Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fantastic 14kt pink and white gold ring with diamonds, emeralds and a central Australian pearl of
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

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Pearl, Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Tahitian Pearl Diamond Ring White Gold Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The Tahitian pearl and diamond ring features three pearls of 10mm diameter. The pearls are
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

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

Cellini 18 Karat Yellow Gold, 3.60 Carat Diamond and South Sea Golden Pearl Ring
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
brilliant diamonds. The Total diamond weight is 3.60Ct. Ring Size 7, Can be Sized upon request. Stamped 750.
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Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

"Costis" Eiffel Ring, 3.43 gr Gray South Sea Pearl, and 1.43 cts Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
"Costis" Eiffel Ring, 3.43 gr Gray South Sea Pearl, and 1.43 cts Diamonds. Haute Joaillerie at its
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2010s Italian Modern Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

South-Sea Pearl, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
diamonds. This ring was totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths and it is in perfect conditions
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

South Sea White and Grey Pearls, Diamonds, Blue Sapphires, White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths. South Sea Pearls 8.50 g Diamonds 1.63 Pearl white mm 14,5
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

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Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

South Sea Pearl, Diamonds, Emeralds, 9 Karat Rose Gold and Silver Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
flowery details in rose gold and silver studded with diamonds. This ring is totally handmade by Italian
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

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Pearl And Diamond Rings Italian For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate pearl and diamond rings italian for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Rose Gold. If you’re looking for a pearl and diamond rings italian from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. A pearl and diamond rings italian from Falcinelli Italy, FERRUCCI and New Italian Art — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. While most can agree that any pearl and diamond rings italian from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 7 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. Most of our pearl and diamond rings italian for sale are for women, but there are 3 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Pearl And Diamond Rings Italian?

On average, a pearl and diamond rings italian at 1stDibs sells for $3,250, while they’re typically $1,152 on the low end and $18,000 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.