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GIA Sapphire Platinum Diamond Necklace Pendant Fine Vintage Natural 15.39 Carats
Located in Sylvania, GA
Designer Jewelry, Pearls, Fine Tahitian Pearls, Black Opals, Natural Rubies, Miners Cut Diamonds, Fine
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

18K Emerald Colombian Diamond Pendant Vintage GIA Cert Victorian VS Old Mine!
Located in Sylvania, GA
Tahitian Pearls, Black Opals, Natural Rubies, Miners Cut Diamonds, Fine Colombian Emeralds, Sapphires, and
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

18k Colombian Emerald Diamond Vintage GIA Necklace Pendant Fine VS 34.72 Carats!
Located in Sylvania, GA
Antique Designer Jewelry, Pearls, Fine Tahitian Pearls, Black Opals, Natural Rubies, Miners Cut Diamonds
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20th Century Colombian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Platinum Diamond Necklace Vintage Pendant Chain Fine Antique VS Huge 10.04 Carat
Located in Sylvania, GA
Antique Designer Jewelry, Fine Tahitian Pearls, Black Opals, Natural Rubies, Miners Cut Diamonds, Fine
Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

18K Colombian Emerald Earrings Diamond Antique GIA Certified Huge 25.12 Carats!
Located in Sylvania, GA
Jewelry, Pearls, Fine Tahitian Pearls, Black Opals, Natural Rubies, Miners Cut Diamonds, Fine Colombian
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20th Century Colombian Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

18K Emerald Earrings Diamond Vintage Certified GIA Natural VS Giant 24.12 Carats
Located in Sylvania, GA
Jewelry, Pearls, Fine Tahitian Pearls, Black Opals, Natural Rubies, Miners Cut Diamonds, Fine Colombian
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20th Century Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

Black Tahitian Pearl, Ruby Diamond 14K Ring
Located in Fuquay Varina, NC
How do you top a black Tahitian pearl? You surround it with diamonds and rubies and set it in 14k
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Late 20th Century Unknown Fashion Rings

Materials

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

14 Karat Vintage Ruby and Pearl Ladies Ring
Located in Jackson Heights, NY
14k Yellow Gold Weight= 5.1 gr Size= 6 1/2 Pearl= 3mm to 5mm Ruby= 0.36 ct total
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Vintage 1980s British Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold

Garnet, Ruby, and Seed Pearl Italian 14 Karat Gold Ring
Located in Aurora, Ontario
the red rubies, cabochon cut garnet, and seed pearls. The ring was handmade in Italy and is made from
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Late 20th Century Italian Revival Cluster Rings

Materials

Garnet, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

14 Karat Vintage Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire and Pearl Ladies Ring
Located in Jackson Heights, NY
14k Yellow Gold Weight= 8.1 gr Size= 6 Emerald= 1.5 ct total Ruby= 1.5 ct total Sapphire= 1.5 ct
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1990s American Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Emerald, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Vintage Mikimoto 14 Karat Gold Pearl and Ruby Cocktail Cluster Ring, 1960s
By Mikimoto
Located in Sydney, NSW
A playful large vintage cocktail ring of 16 pearls arranged in a dome shape with 12 high quality
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Vintage 1960s Japanese Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold

Vintage Ladies BPOE 14 Karat Yellow Gold ring with Diamond, Ruby and Pearl
Located in St. Louis Park, MN
Diamond; one 2.5mm Ruby; and one 4.5mm Pearl. Size: 4 (ladies ring) - this ring is sizeable but G
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20th Century Signet Rings

Materials

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

Multi Gemstone Gold Ring 0.3ct Diamonds Saphire Ruby Emerald and Pearls ca. 1930
Located in Goettingen, DE
Multi Gemstone Gold Ring 0.3 Carat Diamonds Saphire Ruby Emerald and Pearls ca. 1930 This
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold,...

Spectacular Colored Stone Pearl Diamond gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
The very large, domed ring designed like a giant bubble of cabochon rubies, sapphires and emeralds
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Vintage 1960s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

30.36 Carat Baroque Pearl 1.79 Carat Diamond Silver 14 Karat Ring
Located in New York, NY
: Freshwater Pearl - 30.36 ct Ruby - 0.04 ct Champagne Diamonds - 1.79 ct Ring
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2010s Indian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian, French, Natural Ox Blood Coral Cocktail Ring, Original Box
Located in Rochford, Essex
gemstones: Diamond, Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby, Aquamarine, Opal, Peridot, Moonstone, Amethyst, Natural Pearls
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Antique Late 19th Century French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

15 Carat Cabochon Amethyst and Mixed Gemstone Pedant
Located in New York, NY
: Oval Cabochon Stone Weight - 15 Carat Other Stones: Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Onyx, Quartz Material - 14K
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco More Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Emerald, Onyx, Black Pearl, Quartz, Ruby, 14k Gold

Sparkling Ruby Diamond Butterfly Necklace
By Eraya Diamonds
Located in Austin, TX
This stunning butterfly design with rubies and diamonds elevates you to a whole new level. It makes
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2010s Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold

10 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in Gainesville, FL
pearl gemstone. The pendant measures 27mm x 20mm including the bail. It hangs beautifully on a 14k
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Haute Victorian Gem-Set Pendant Chain
Located in Wimberley, TX
The grandeur of those Victorian times is clearly expressed in this 14k yellow gold pendant/brooch
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Natural Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Victorian Antique Garnet and Diamond Snake Pendant Brooch, 1830s
Located in Antwerp, BE
cut diamonds and with a total of 86 rose cut diamonds set in foil. While the ruby-eyed snake wraps
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Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Early Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, White Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Silver, Gold, Rose G...

Lovely Vintage Baroque Pearl Diamond 14 Karat Snake Ring
Located in Lombard, IL
Absolutely splendid vintage baroque pearl rose cut diamond and 14 karat yellow gold snake ring
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Vintage 1920s Unknown More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 K Gold Ruby, Sapphire and Seed Pearl Multiband Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
five band ring features 14 seed pearls, seven rubies and seven sapphires set in classic 14K yellow gold
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20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Yellow Gold

14k Gold Ring with Ruby and Pearl
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14k gold ring with ruby and pearl total weight 2.35 gr Gemstones (all are tested by proffesional
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2010s Spanish Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA 20th Century 14k Gold, Ruby and Mother of Pearl Ring
Located in Kingston, NY
14K gold ruby and Mother of Pearl size7 ring circa 1990. Weighs 6.9dwt. This lot is accompanied by
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20th Century More Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold

Antique 14K Five Band Harem Ring with Rubies and Pearls
Located in Baltimore, MD
Our 14K five-days Turkish style harem ring has it all, rubies set forward and pearl accents set
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Vintage 1920s American Art Nouveau Fashion Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold

Pearl, Ruby, Turquoise and 14K Dome Cocktail Dome Ring Vintage
Located in North Miami, FL
This lovely dome vintage cocktail ring Is 14 Karat yellow gold with bands of rubies and turquoise
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Vintage 1960s American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Turquoise, Pearl, 14k Gold

Large Vintage Blue Glass Cameo Ruby and Pearl Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
: Gemstones: 2 red cabochon rubies ​ ​Pearls: 2 akoya pearls Condition: Preowned Stamped: "14K" "Italy"
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21st Century and Contemporary Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1970s Pearl Ruby and Gold Bead Cluster Ring
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Wonderful three dimensional 14k yellow gold ring with a cluster of ten cultured pearls on one side
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Mid-20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Pearl Ruby Diamond Bypass Ring
Located in Houston, TX
A Victorian 14K gold and sterling silver bypass ring featuring a a pretty, lustrous pearl and a
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Natural Pearl, Diamond, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian Ruby Seed Pearl Navette Ring 14K Rose Gold - c.1900
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this splendid antique Victorian ruby and seed pearl navette ring made c
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Early 20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Yellow Gold Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Diamond Bypass Ring - 14k Round .18ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Gold Stone Information: Cultured Pearl Diameter: 7mm Genuine Ruby Treatment: Heating Carat
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20th Century More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Vintage Pearl Ruby Yellow Gold Motif Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
ruby ring. Adorned with nine lustrous pearls, each measuring approximately 6.5mm x 4.5mm on average
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Vintage 1960s Engagement Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Ruby and Pearl Three Stone Filigree Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This brilliant dinner ring is centered with a row of three round cut rubies prong set and bordered
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Seed Pearl Ruby Gold Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
This ring is stunning, the 0.60 carat ruby is a lively red and the seed pearls are in pristine
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Antique 1890s American Late Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Pearl and Ruby Cocktail Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold Dimensions: ring top measures 23mm wide Ring Size: 6.5
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20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl Ruby and Diamond Ring Size 6.25- This lovely ring features one
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Early 20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Italian Tagliamonte Ring Cameo Style 14k Gold Pearl Ruby Sz 8 Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish Italian Tagliamonte ring crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Cabochon cut rubies are
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Pearl and Ruby Yellow Gold Cluster Cocktail Ring Size 7.25
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 9.6 Grams Stone: Pearl (4.5 mm) & Ruby (2 mm) Face of Ring: 25.5 x 21.0 x 16.0 mm Size
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Late 20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Australian Pearl Ruby Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This ring is made of 14K white Gold. This ring has 0.60 Carats of Rubies. This ring has 0.20 Carats
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 14k...

Vintage Peacock Ring 14k Yellow Gold Ruby Sapphire Pearl Sz 5.25 Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage Peacock ring crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Rubies and sapphires measure 1.5mm
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl Ruby and Diamond Ring Size 6.25- This lovely ring features one
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20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Victorian Pearl Ruby Diamond 14 Karat Gold Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a single cut ruby weighing approximately 0.04 carat, raspberry red in color Surrounded
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique Ruby, Diamond and Pearl Button Ring of 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This striking ring features rubies, diamonds, and pearls arranged in an ornate medallion of 18k
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Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 10k Gold, 18k Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Pearl and Ruby Freeform Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 14K yellow gold Dimensions: ring top measures 25mm wide Ring Size
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21st Century and Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14k Gold Round Ruby Sapphire Diamond Opal Pearl 5 Band Harem Stack Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
this ring.) Material: Solid 14K Yellow Gold Weight: 13.23 Grams Ring Width: 16.96mm (top of ring
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Vintage 1960s American Band Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Ruby, Pearl, Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Diamonds Rubies Blue Sapphires Pearl Cluster Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Claster ring in 14k gold mounted with diamonds, rubies, blue sapphires and pearl in the center
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

Diamonds Pearls Rubies Sapphires Emeralds White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
covered by the seller (customs duties included). Charming 14 kt white gold ring, all studded with blue
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Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Diamonds Sapphires Rubies Emeralds Pearl White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
the message center. Elegant ring in 14 kt white gold, with a very special design, 4 cm long and 3 cm
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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

South Sea Pearl Diamonds Rubies Sapphires Tsavorites Yellow and White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
covered by the seller (customs duties included). Vintage ring in 14k white and yellow gold mounted with a
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Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Tsavorite, Ruby, 14k Gold, Wh...

Australian Pearl Sapphire Ruby Diamond Gold Dome Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Precious ring in 14kt white and yellow gold composed of a central big australian pearls
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yello...

Antique Sapphire Ruby Diamond Pearl 14 Karat Ring, circa 1900
Located in Toronto, ON
Antique Sapphire Ruby Diamond Pearl 14K cluster Ring, C.1900. The Ring set with a natural silver
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Early 20th Century More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

South-Sea Pearl, Rubies, Diamonds, 14 Karat White and Rose Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
1.38 ct Rubies 6.26 ct Pearl 4.00 gr - 14 mm Total Weight 15.50 gr RF ++HHHU Italian Size 18 Usa Size
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Luise Gold Diamond Sapphire Ruby Pearl Cluster Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Cluster ring in 14kt rose and white gold composed of a central pearl surrounded by sapphires and
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gol...

Diamonds, Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires, Pearl 14 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Beautiful cocktail ring in 14k white gold structure, mounted with a central south sea pearl (12mm
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Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold,...

Retro Rose White and Yellow Gold Diamonds Rubies Sapphires and Pearls Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
fascinating. To realized it it has been used 14 Kt yellow gold for the ring, 14 Kt rose gold for the base of
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Australian Pearl Diamonds Rubies Sapphires Emeralds White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Cocktail ring in 14k white gold mounted with diamonds
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

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Pearl And Ruby Ring 14k For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact pearl and ruby ring 14k you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 14k Gold and Yellow Gold. You can easily find a 39 antique edition and 5 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a pearl and ruby ring 14k 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. Creating a pearl and ruby ring 14k has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Anna Sheffield, Antinori Fine Jewels and Mikimoto are consistently popular. 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 brilliant cut and mixed cut alternatives. Most of our pearl and ruby ring 14k for sale are for women, but there are 6 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Pearl And Ruby Ring 14k?

On average, a pearl and ruby ring 14k at 1stDibs sells for $1,800, while they’re typically $375 on the low end and $4,200 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.