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14k Yellow Gold South Sea Pearl and Diamonds Cocktail Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 14k yellow gold South Sea Pearl and Diamonds Ring. *Motivated to Sell - Please make a Fair
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Contemporary Freshwater Pearl and Diamond Bypass Style Cocktail Ring 18K Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Diamond Total Carat Weight: 0.44 CTW Pearl Type: Freshwater Pearl Size: 10.25 mm Ring Total Weight: 9.8
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

18KT “Laurel Leaf” Pearl Diamond Ring
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Design,Design,Design………………………………. “Laurel Leaf” 18 karat yellow gold Ring with Pearl and Diamonds
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2010s American Artisan Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

18K Gold Platinum French Belle Epoque Diamond Naturel Pearl Ring
Located in New York, NY
Diamond and Pearl Harmony: 1910 French Belle Époque Ring A symphony of elegance and grace. This
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Vintage 1910s Belle Époque Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique 18ct Gold, Edwardian 0.70ct Diamond Pearl Rectangular Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond & Pearl Ring 18ct Gold Tested Circa 1910 Introducing a stunning and unique
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Modern French Cocktail Gold Ring Black Pearl and Diamonds
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
of the deep, dark pearl and the bright, sparkling diamonds set against the gold creates a visually
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Late 20th Century French Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

1900s Pearl and 1.73 Carat Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A very fine and impressive antique bouton pearl and 1.73Ct diamond 18k white gold cocktail ring
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Antique Early 1900s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

5 Carat Blue Sapphire Diamond Pearl 18K Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
the sapphires are dazzling diamonds, adding a touch of brilliance and elevating the ring's overall
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Pearl Diamond and Black Enamel RIng
Located in New York, NY
Pearl Diamond and Black Enamel RIng A ring featuring a pearl measuring approximately 11 mm
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold

18 K white Gold Cocktail Ring Pearl Aquamarine Diamonds
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Extravagant and styilish 18 K white Gold Cocktail Ring featuring a white freshwater cultured pearl
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Cultured Pearl Elongated Style Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 3.11 Grams Ring Size: 3.0 ( fitted on finger, please contact us prior to
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20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Eternelle Ring Diamond Mother of Pearl White Gold for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring 14K White Gold (Matching Necklace and Earrings Available) Diamonds 1" 0.042cts TP 4
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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Glamorous Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Ring in 18K Rose Gold
Located in London, GB
This Exquisite Ring is made up of a Beautiful Tahitian Pearl nested on an 18K Rose gold band
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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold

White Gold Gray Tahitian Pearl w/ Heart Shaped Diamond Accents Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Color - 0.60ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14k White Gold Weight: 5.28 Grams Ring Size: 5.5 (Fitted on a
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Pearl Diamond Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Mabe' pearl diamond ring from the 1930's. Features a Mabe' pearl in the center surrounded by
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

French 1970s Cultured Pearl Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Daisy Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
: This retro pearl-diamond ring is full of charm. Specialized in antique and creation jewelry since 1975
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Vintage 1970s French Retro Engagement Rings

Materials

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

20th Century Fine Pearl Diamonds Yellow gold Platinum Marquise Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
set in the center with a fine button pearl surrounded by antique cushion-cut diamonds. The ring is
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum, Yellow Gold

GIT Certified Golden South Sea Pearl Diamonds 18k Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite Golden South Sea Pearl and Diamonds ring , in a elegant and refined design. Adorn
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Diamond and Pearl Cocktail Ring in 22k Gold, by Tagili
Located in New York, NY
Ring. Diamonds set in the Pearl add the glamour to take your look to the next level. This one of a kind
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan More Rings

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold

Pearls Diamonds Emeralds 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Australian pearls surrounded by natural white brilliants and emeralds Ring total weight 18.40 grams Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold White Pearl, Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold White Pearl, Sapphire and Diamond Ring A refined and feminine vintage
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Vintage 18k White Gold Tahitian Black Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This stunning ring features a lustrous Tahitian pearl set in a sleek, minimalist band. The pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique Pearl and Diamond Swirl Ring
Located in London, GB
lustrous rounded pearl and a round faceted old European cut diamond which are elegantly complemented by a
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Vintage 1910s Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Natural Color Tahitian Pearl Diamond Ring
Located in Dallas, TX
Very unusual to see a natural color Tahitian cultured pearl in a yellow gold mounting! 18 karat
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari Mother of Pearl Diamond Cocktail Ring 18K White Gold
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful Bvlgari ring showcases pave set round brilliant cut diamonds mounted over grey
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2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian Antique-Style Diamond Pearl Enamel Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
diamonds along with a sweet pearl in the center over a ribbon of gold. Hand-painted black enamel decorated
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21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Mikimoto Ring. Vintage 18k Gold Mikimoto Pearl Diamond Double flower bypass ring
By Mikimoto
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine MIKIMOTO ring 18k Yellow Gold Diamond and Pearl MIKIMOTO Double Flower motif. Extremely
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1990s Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Victorian Pearl and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This sweet pearl ring holds six pearls and above and below this row are old mine cut diamonds. The
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Antique 1880s British Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

14k Gold Floral Ring with Oval Apatite, Diamonds and Pearls
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 kt solid gold Floral ring with natural oval apatite, diamonds and pearls. Metal: 14k solid gold
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2010s Turkish Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Apatite, 14k Gold

Chanel Paraiba South Sea Pearl Diamond 18k White Gold Ring
By Chanel
Located in Feasterville, PA
The Chanel Sea South Pearl Emerald Tsavorite Paraiba Tourmaline Diamond White Gold Ring is a
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Early 2000s Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

15MM South Sea Pearl Diamond 18k White Gold Butterfly Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
delicate butterflies on the sides of the pearl. Made in 18k white gold and ready to be worn. Ring Size
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Vintage 14K Gold Onyx Seashell Ring with Pearl Diamond Accents
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is beautifully carved onyx seashell motif with an elegant pearl and diamond accents. Features
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Vintage 1980s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Black Pearl and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
gold and showcases a captivating black Tahitian pearl as its centrepiece. Surrounding this proud pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Coral, Sapphires, Diamonds, Pearls, 14 Kt White Gold Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
surrounded by green sapphires, diamonds and pearls. This ring was totally handmade by Italian master
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Vintage 1950s Italian Aesthetic Movement Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Elegant 18 Karat White Gold Ring with Pearl and Diamonds
By Olivo Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
gold band featuring an exquisite pearl with a diameter of 11 mm. The ring is elegantly accented with
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Diamond White South Sea Pearl Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Diamond White South Sea Pearl Ring highlights the classic beauty of South
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2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Mikimoto Ring. Vintage 18k Gold Mikimoto Solitaire Pearl ring. Mikimoto Pearl
By Mikimoto
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine MIKIMOTO ring 18k Yellow Gold Pearl solitaire MIKIMOTO hallmarked accordingly Original
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1990s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Cocktail Tahitian Pearl Diamond Ring in 14k
Located in Bloomington, MN
Cocktail Tahitian Pearl Diamond Ring in 14k This ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

White Gold Cultured Pearl, Aquamarine, Diamond Ring - 14k .56ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 4 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 1 size for $40 or Down 1/2 a size for $40 Metal Content: 14k White Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl Solitaire with Diamond Accents Ring
Located in Manhasset, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl Solitaire With Diamond Accents Ring 50 piece of round diamonds with 1.00
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2010s Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

19th Century Natural Pearl Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Duo Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold. Lovely antique ring, it is adorned on its top with a natural pearl
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Yoko London Freshwater Pearl and Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
By Yoko London
Located in London, GB
details. Set in 18K white gold to accentuate the diamond and pearl combination, this timeless ring would
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2010s British Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gol...

1960s Diamond Surrounded by Cultured Pearls 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat rose gold. Delightful and original retro ring, it is decorated with an antique
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Vintage 1960s French Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Diamonds Emeralds Pearl Rose Gold and Silver Fashion Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fashion ring in 9k rose gold and silver structure mounted with a white pearl in the center and
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Vintage 1950s Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Pearl, Tsavorite, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Retrò Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Gorgeous retrò ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a pearl between two frogs
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Tsavorite, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Pearl, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold and Rose Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fantastic retrò ring in 14 kt white gold and rose gold mounted with a central pearl surrounded by
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Modern Diamonds Cultured Akoya Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Daisy Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
, please contact us. New ring. Our opinion : A pearl-diamond daisy ring of undeniable charm. Can be matched
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Dome Rings

Materials

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

French 1960s Pearl Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Platinum Flake Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
diamonds on a pattern forming a flake, the basket is openwork and the ring formed by 3 gold wires that meet
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Vintage 1960s French Retro Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gol...

10.5mm Tahitian Pearl Ring in 18K Gold Platinum with Diamond Accents
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
wearer. This ring, the pearl and the diamonds are all in excellent condition. WEIGHTS & MEASUREMENTS
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

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

1970s Cultured Pearl and 1.04 Carat Diamond White Gold Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 1970s cultured pearl and 1.04 Ct diamond, 14k white gold twist ring; part of
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold Pink Cultured Pearl and Diamond Flower Ring
Located in Stuart, FL
14k white gold pink cultured pearl and diamond flower ring. The diameter of the pearl is 10.8 mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Mikimoto 18K White Gold Tahitian Pearl Accented Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Mikimoto
Located in Houston, TX
One ladies 18K white gold diamond and pearl accented cocktail ring with a half-round shank. The metal
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Natural 0.61cts Diamond Pearl 13.80cts Ring in 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
stunning, designer-made ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a pearl gemstone set with a diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl

1920s Antique 0.26ct Diamond and Pearl 12k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
gold shank. This elegant pearl and diamond ring has been independently tested using state of the art
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum

14 Karat White Gold Pearl Solitaire with Diamond Accent Ring
Located in Manhasset, NY
14 Karat White Gold Pearl Solitaire With Diamond Accent Ring Size 7.25. 14 mm diameter 0.01 total
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2010s Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, White Gold

Modern Diamonds Akoya Cultured Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Flake Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold. Stylizing a flake, this yellow gold ring features a round, pearly
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Dome Rings

Materials

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

Tahitian Pearl Diamond Ring and Matching Earrings Set 14K White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Specifications: Metal: 14K White Gold Ring Tahitian Pearl Diameter: 13 mm ​ ​Earring Tahitian
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

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Pearl Diamond Gold Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact pearl diamond gold ring you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and white gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 3818 vintage or 3318 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect pearl diamond gold ring among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 carat and 1 carat versions are of considerable interest. Finding an appealing pearl diamond gold ring — no matter the origin — is easy, but Mikimoto, Van Cleef Arpels and Ella Gafter each produced a popular version that is worth a look. 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 diamond gold ring for sale are for women, but there are 1481 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Pearl Diamond Gold Ring?

The price for a pearl diamond gold ring starts at $100 and tops out at $1,233,828 with these rings, on average, selling for $2,936.

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.