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18mm South Sea Pearl Onyx 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 large and beautiful pearl of 18mm diameter
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Handcraft Mouse Face 18 Karat White Gold Australian Pearl Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
assembled with diamonds and Australian pearl Diamonds weight 0.21 karat Pearl weight 12.50 karat Pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Stylish Ring White Gold White Diamonds Pearl Hand Decorated with Nano Mosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and nuances. The rods
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Ring White Gold White Diamonds Sapphires Onyx Mother Pearl Decorated Nanomosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and nuances. The rods
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Onyx, Sapphire, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pearls Diamonds Emeralds Rubies Sapphires 18 Karats White Gold Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
expert Neapolitan goldsmiths. The ring features at the top 6 gold-colored pearls grown in the South Seas
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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Sybarite Sceptre Ring in White Gold with White Diamonds, Rubies Pearl
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in London, GB
round cut white diamonds, 0.14 Carat of round cut rubies, 12mm south sea pearl. Total weight of the ring
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2010s Italian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yel...

Pisces Zodiac Cocktail Ring South Sea Pearl Diamonds Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The zodiac Pisces ring features an untreated South Sea pearl of 14mm diameter. The pearl displays
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Mattioli Navettes Ring in 18K Rose Gold Mother of Pearl White Diamonds
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Ring in 18k rose gold and natural mother of pearl and 0,26 ct. white diamonds Production Time 4
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18kt Gioielliamo pink Gold Ring with Pearl Rock Crystal set 3.5ct Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
18kt Gioielliamo pink Gold Ring with Pearl & Rock Crystal set 3.5ct Diamonds Pearl with Rock
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Crystal, Pearl, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold

Sybarite Dancing Doll Ring in Blackened Gold with Black Diamond Sapphire Pearl
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in London, GB
choice is yours. 18K Blackened Gold Cocktail Spinning Ring set with 5.52cts of round cut black diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Mixed Metal, Gold

NEW Mikawa For Damiani 18K White Gold Diamond Pearl Bypass Cocktail Ring 2.40ctw
By Damiani
Located in Winter Springs, FL
2.40ctw in F-G color Vs+ clarity round diamonds and centered by a 9.20mm cultured pearl. Ring is complete
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Abstract Ring Diamond Red Enamel Cultured Pearl Sz 6 Cocktail Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish abstract diamond and cultured pearl cocktail ring crafted in 18k yellow gold (circa 1970s
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Stylish Ring White Gold White Diamonds Pearl Hand Decorated with Micro Mosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and nuances. The rods
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Diamonds South Sea Pearls Toi Et Moi Cocktail Ring
By FRALEONI
Located in Rome, IT
18 kt. white gold toi et moi cocktail ring with diamonds and 2 South Sea Pearls. Oval cut diamonds
Category

2010s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

18K Yellow Gold Braided Pavé Diamond Ring with Central Pearl
Located in Bergamo, BG
A striking 18K yellow gold ring featuring a luminous 10mm white pearl, framed by an intricate
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

South-Sea Pearls, Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires, Diamonds, 14 Kt White Gold Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
diamonds, emeralds, rubies and sapphires. This ring was totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths and
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Alex Jona Baroque South Sea Pearl White Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold free organic shape diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Pavé Diamond Coiled Wide Band Ring with Tahitian Pearl in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 7 This striking cocktail ring features a captivating black pearl as its centerpiece
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

1980 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds, 16 mm. South Sea Pearl Cocktail Ring
Located in Rome, IT
. round South Sea Pearl. This beautiful ring is hand-made in Italy. The ring is resizable. 1980 ca. Actual
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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

South-Sea Pearl, Emeralds, Sapphires, Rubies, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
part currounded by diamonds,emeralds,sapphires and rubies. This ring was totally handmade by Italian
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Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Amazing South Sea Pearl Ring with Diamonds
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
natural and untreated south sea pearl of 13 mm, and natural diamonds , special cut, of 1,50 carats F/VS
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

18k Gold

South Sea Pearl, Diamonds, Sapphires, Tsavorite, 14 Karat Rose White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
and tsavorite. This ring is totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths South sea Pearl 3.50 g 14
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Tsavorite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Whit...

Sapphires Emeralds Rubies Diamonds Pearl White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Beautiful 14 kt white gold ring, all encrusted with 6.48 ct diamonds, a marvelous Australian pearl
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Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Alex Jona Baroque South Sea Pearl Charm White Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
charm diamond ring. Featuring a white, light grey baroque south sea pearl measuring 16.12mm x 12.61mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Mattioli Aruba Ring in Rose Gold and Natural Mother of Pearl
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Aruba ring in rose gold and natural mother of pearl. Gold Weight gr.: 8.60 Products available on
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamonds, Emeralds, Rubies, Blue Sapphires, Pearl 14 Karat White and Yellow Gold
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
decorations studded with 0.58 ct of diamonds. Made in the 1990s This ring is totally handmade by Italian
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1990s Italian Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pearl, Ruby,...

Croc Ring with Australian Akoya Pearl in 18ct Yellow Gold with yellow diamonds
Located in Brisbane, AU
A pearl perched between the lips, the sleeping croc embodies the beauty of the sea. The Australian
Category

2010s Artist Fashion Rings

Materials

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

BVLGARI Intarsio Diamond Mother-of-Pearl Rose Gold Ring Size 51
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
VVS1-VVS2 diamonds weighing an estimated 0.21 total carats. Made in Italy circa 2000s. Measurements
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Early 2000s Italian More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Mother of Pearl Carved Flower Diamond 18 Karat Gold Cocktail Ring Intini Jewels
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
• Mother of Pearl flower, 3.0 cm diameter • Natural Diamond, brilliant cut, 2 mm diameter, G/H colour, VS
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Band Rings

Materials

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

Rubies Diamonds Mother of Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
style and personality. Total Weight of the ring grams 23.20 Diamonds weight 1.02 karat Mother of pearls
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Citrini, Iolites, Tourmalines, Diamonds, South-Sea Pearl, 1 4 Kt White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
that surrounding a south-sea pearl. This ring was totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths and it
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Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Iolite, Tourmaline, Citrine, 14k Gold, White Gold

Mother of Pearl Carved Flower Diamond 18 Karat Gold Cocktail Ring Intini Jewels
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
• Mother of Pearl flower, 3.0 cm diameter • Natural Diamond, brilliant cut, 2 mm diameter, G/H colour, VS
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Band Rings

Materials

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

Leo Pizzo Tahitian South Sea Pearl Diamond Gold
By Leo Pizzo
Located in New York, NY
18k gold ring by Leo Pizzo, with 14.2mm South Sea Tahitian pearl, and approx. 0.60ctw in diamonds
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20th Century Italian More Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold

Croc Ring with Australian Akoya Pearl in 18ct Rose Gold with Pink Diamonds
Located in Brisbane, AU
A pearl perched between the lips, the sleeping croc embodies the beauty of the sea. The Australian
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2010s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Rose Gold

White Diamonds White Australian Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Bow Shape Fashion Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Gorgeous 18K white gold fashion ring composed of a 1.90 g of white glossy pearl (11 mm) in the
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Vintage 1970s Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Alex Jona Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
 precious stones, pearls and diamonds with which he personally designs exquisite pieces of jewelry.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

White South Sea Pearl Diamond Halo Comet Form Pink Red Spinel 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Galt Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
AAA Quality South Sea White Pearl Beautiful Flying Comet Shape Striking Silvery Hue with Light
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl, Tourmaline, South Sea Pea...

Handcraft Coral 18 Karat White Gold Mother of Pearl Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
flower made in mother-of-pearl, diamonds and natural coral. Diamonds weight 0.08 karat Coral weight 2.10
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Coral, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Rose Gold Flower Ring with Mother-of-Pearl, Rubies, and Sapphires
Located in Bergamo, BG
of geometric design and vibrant gemstones. A brilliant-cut diamond pavé accents the delicate
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Diamonds Blue Sapphires, Ruby Topaz Amethyst Peridots Australian Pearl Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Amazing 9K rose gold and silver cocktail ring mounted with a special pearl in the center and all
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Vintage 1950s Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Peridot, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Topaz,...

Amethyst, Rubies, Sapphires, Pearls, 9 Karat Rose Gold and Silver Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, colored sapphires and little pearls. This ring is totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths Amethyst
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Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Alex Jona White South Sea Pearl Dangling Charm 18 Karat White Gold Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
White pearl charm ring set with 0.86 carats of black diamonds. Dimensions: H 1.48 in x W 0.94 in - H
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Akoya cultured Pearl Brilliant Ring Platinum 0.20 ct 9 mm AAA+ TW Loupeclean
Located in Viena, Viena
and diamonds. All natural, guaranteed. Do you love unusual pearl jewelry? Then check out our range
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2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum

【Vine Symphony】Convertible Pink Sapphire South Sea Pearl Ring Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Pearl, 18K Gold, and Natural Diamonds Dimensions Custom Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 15mm Quality: AAAA
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Pink Sapphire, White Gold

Alex Jona Black Diamond and White Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat rose gold ring, set with 0.97 carats
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2010s Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Italian Halo Ring Sapphire Diamonds 12K Ø 7.75US / 4.2gr
Located in SE
Italian Halo Ring with natural Blue - Green Sapphire and 12 rose-cut Diamonds. Hand-made between
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Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 10k Gold, Silver

Crocodile Ring with Australian Akoya Pearl in 18ct White Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
A pearl perched between the lips, the sleeping croc embodies the beauty of the sea. The Australian
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2010s Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Alex Jona South Sea Pearl 18 Karat Rose Gold overlapping Band Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat rose gold band ring centering a
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2010s Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Alex Jona South Sea Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Overlapping Band Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold band ring centering a
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2010s Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Diamonds Carnelian Agate White Stones Emerald Rose Gold and Silver Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
diamonds, carnelian, 1.7 grams, 0.17 ct emeralds, white stones and pearls 1, 66 gr. Total weight 12.13 g
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Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Carnelian, 9k Gold, Silver

18K Yellow Gold Diamond Band Ring
Located in Bergamo, BG
A refined band ring crafted in 18K yellow gold, adorned with 1.78 carats of brilliant-cut diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Mediterranean Coral Tahiti Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 carat yellow gold band ring set with one
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Band Rings

Materials

Coral, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Mediterranean Coral Tahiti Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 carat white gold band ring set with one
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Band Rings

Materials

Coral, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mattioli Aruba Ring in Rose Gold and brown Diamonds
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Aruba ring in rose gold and diamonds Gold Weight gr.: 9.40 Diamond carats: 0.77 Also available with
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamonds, Turquoise Paste, White Agate, Sapphires, Gold and Silver Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Diameter: 3.6 cm Ring Size: Italian: 16.5 French:56.5 Usa: 7.75 Total Weight 14.4 g R.F *guru For any
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Turquoise, Agate, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver, ...

South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphires, Aquamarine, 14 Karat Yellow Gold Retro Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
) surrounded by spots of diamonds, blue sapphires and aquamarine. This ring is totally handmade by Italian
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mattioli 18K White Gold and White Diamonds Puzzle Ring
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Mattioli 18K White Gold and White Diamonds Puzzle Ring. Gold weight: 4.30 grm Diamonds: 0.21 ct
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

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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.