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Diamond Halo Engagement Ring, 18 Karat White Gold Milgrain Round Cut 1.59 Carat
Located in Greensboro, NC
Begin the next chapter of your love story with this breathtaking engagement ring! Composed of high
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20th Century Unknown Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.36 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, 14 Karat White Gold Halo GIA
Located in Greensboro, NC
Propose to the love of your life with her dream engagement ring! Fashioned in 14k white gold, this
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

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White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

3.45 Carat Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, 18 Karat White Gold IGI Halo
Located in Greensboro, NC
’s shoulders are graced by radiant princess cut diamonds, and the ring’s ornate, milgrain-adorned bridge
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Light Yellow Diamond Ring, 14 Karat Gold Three-Stone Round Cut 1.50 Carat
Located in Greensboro, NC
this breathtaking engagement ring! This glistening 14k white gold piece showcases a radiant trio of
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20th Century Unknown Engagement Rings

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Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Radiant 1.24ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Radiant 1.24ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified Designed for brilliance, this
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Stunning 0.55ct Diamonds 7-Stone Ring in 14k Rose Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
with this exquisite 14k rose gold 7-stone ring, featuring a 0.45-carat cut-cornered rectangular diamond
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Radiant 1.09ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 14k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Radiant 1.09ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 14k White Gold - IGI Certified Discover timeless elegance
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Radiant 1.62ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Radiant 1.62ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified Embrace timeless
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Magnificent 0.20ct Cushion Cut Diamond Ring
Located in רמת גן, IL
A Magnificent Cushion Cut Diamond Ring A captivating ring showcasing a stunning 1.5 carat cushion
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Rose Gold

Sparkling 1 carat Cushion Cut Diamond Ring
Located in רמת גן, IL
A Sparkling Cushion Cut Diamond Ring A captivating ring showcasing a mesmerizing 1 carat cushion
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, White Gold

Mesmerizing 1.01 carat Cushion Cut Natural Diamond Ring
Located in רמת גן, IL
ring is a treasure to be cherished for a lifetime. 1 Diamond main stone of 1.01 carat cut: cushion
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Rose Gold

Art Deco Diamond Engagement Ring, Platinum Vintage GIA European .76 Carat
Located in Greensboro, NC
Sweetly romantic, this spectacular vintage engagement ring will be the perfect choice for your love
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Engagement Ring, 14 Karat White Gold Solitaire with Accents .86 Carat
Located in Greensboro, NC
her! Crafted in radiant 14k white gold, this ring showcases a .33 carat weight princess cut natural
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Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

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Diamond, White Gold

Princess Diamond Halo Engagement Ring, 18 Karat White Gold GIA 1.85 Carat
Located in Greensboro, NC
with your sweetheart by proposing to her the with this radiant, NEW diamond engagement ring! Composed
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sparkling 1.29ct Diamonds 7-Stones Ring in 14k Rose Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Sparkling 1.29ct Diamonds 7-Stones Ring in 14k Rose Gold - IGI Certified This enchanting 14k rose
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Captivating Ring with a Mesmerizing 1.01 carat Cushion Cut Natural Diamond
Located in רמת גן, IL
A Radiant Cushion Cut Diamond Ring A captivating ring showcasing a mesmerizing 1.01 carat cushion
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, White Gold

Vintage Diamond Halo Ring, 14 Karat White Gold European Cut 1.24 Carat
Located in Greensboro, NC
glittering diamonds. This ring is a size 6, but it can be re-sized up 3 sizes for a $30 fee or down 1 size
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Russian 1.45 Carat Demantoid Diamond White Gold Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This contemporary 14K white gold ring features a 1.45 ct radiant cut Russian demantoid of a lime
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2010s Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Luminous 1.35ct Double Excellent Ideal Cut Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Luminous 1.35ct Double Excellent Ideal Cut Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k White Gold - GIA Certified
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Luminous 1.22ct Diamonds Ring in 14k Yellow Gold - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
, this radiant ring features a striking 1.00ct cut-cornered rectangular diamond. Surrounding the
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 0.50 Carat Very Light Pink VS2 Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Radiant Carat: 0.50 ct Colour: Very Light Pink Clarity
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2010s Asian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Timeless 1.10ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
halo ring features a striking 0.75ct cut-cornered rectangular diamond at its centerpiece. Accentuating
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 3.19 Carat Fancy Light Greenish Yellow I1 Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Radiant Carat: 3.19 ct Colour: Fancy Light Greenish
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2010s Asian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Elegant 0.73ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 14k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
with this exquisite 14k yellow gold halo ring, featuring a stunning 0.53-carat cut-cornered rectangular
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ravishing 18k Yellow Gold Halo Ring w/ 1.22ct Natural Diamonds IGI Certificate
Located in רמת גן, IL
A gorgeous halo pave ring with a dazzling 1.01 carat radiant natural diamond. It has 0.22 carat of
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Exquisite Pave Halo Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Embrace the radiant allure of a sunlit meadow captured in this exquisite ring. At its heart, a
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2010s Singaporean Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Timeless 1.97ct Diamonds Halo Ring in Platinum - IGI Certified
By De Beers
Located in רמת גן, IL
: Round Color grade: E Clarity grade: VVS Cut grade: Very Good Side stone: 59 pcs Diamonds Side stone
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Mesmerizing 1ct Oval Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
cut: Oval Brilliant color: F clarity: VS2 cut grade: EX 2 diamond side stones of total: 0.27 ct. cut
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Elegant 18K Yellow Gold Ring with 1.76ct Natural Diamonds
Located in רמת גן, IL
weight: 1.00ct Shape: Cushion Color grade: F-G Clarity grade: VS2-SI1 Cut grade: VG Side stone: 2 stones
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2010s Singaporean Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sparkling 1.62ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
halo ring features a radiant 1.20ct cushion-cut diamond as its centerpiece, exuding timeless brilliance
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Geometric Brilliance: 1.01 Carat Asscher Diamond Ring with Exquisite Accents
Located in רמת גן, IL
cut diamond as its radiant centerpiece. Graced with an elegant G color, this diamond exudes subtle
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Contemporary Natural 6.05 Carat Pear Shaped Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
the bright diamonds. Two stunning Shield Cut diamonds weighing 1.08ctw combined frame the center stone
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2010s Contemporary Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Elegant 1.53ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Elegant 1.53ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified Graceful and radiant, this 18K
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Luminous 1.38ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
, this exquisite halo ring features a 1.02ct cushion-cut diamond for exceptional brilliance. Set in sleek
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Stunning 0.87ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
center lies a stunning 0.50ct cushion-cut diamond, exuding radiant brilliance. Surrounding this
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Brilliant 1.08ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
radiant beauty. Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Main stone: 1 pc Diamond Main stone carat weight: 1.00ct Shape
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Brilliant 0.74ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 14k Rose Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
0.74-carat diamond ring is a radiant symbol of sophistication. The centerpiece, a 0.51ct round diamond
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Fascinating 2.02ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
elegance with this stunning cushion-cut diamond halo ring, masterfully crafted from 18k yellow gold. The
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Timeless 1.12ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
charm with this stunning pavé diamond ring, crafted in radiant 18k yellow gold. The centerpiece is a
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sparkling 1.86ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 14k Rose Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
elegance of this radiant 14k rose gold ring, featuring a magnificent 1.51-carat square cushion-shaped
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Elegant 0.73ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Elegant 0.73ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - GIA Certified Crafted in radiant 18k yellow
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alluring 1.80ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
weight: 1.22ct Shape: Round Color grade: G Clarity grade: VS Cut grade: Very Good Side stone: 44 pcs
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Elegant 1.06ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
diamond pavé ring is crafted in radiant 18K yellow gold. The centerpiece is a mesmerizing 0.90ct pear
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Luminous 1.92ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
side stones totaling 0.72ct, the design delivers radiant glamour from every angle. This timeless piece
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Luminous 1.03ct Diamonds Double Halo Ring in 14k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
sophistication meets radiant brilliance in this exquisite diamond halo ring, crafted in 14K white gold. At its
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Exquisite 18k Yellow Gold Natural Diamond Double Halo Ring w/1.08 ct - IGI
Located in רמת גן, IL
exquisite natural diamond double halo ring embodies elegance and sophistication. At its heart lies a radiant
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.53 Carat Diamond Henri Daussi Halo Ring and Wedding Band 14k and 18 Karat Gold
Located in Greensboro, NC
of round brilliant cut diamonds. Even more sparkling diamonds cascade down the engagement ring
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 3.52 Carat Fancy Yellow Radiant Diamond Engagement Ring
By Simon Ardem
Located in New York, NY
Diamond ring with GIA certificate, no. 2165284197. Center stone: 3.52ct/ VS2 radiant cut fancy
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

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

2.02 Carat Radiant Cut Fancy Light Yellow Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in Chicago, IL
-stone past, present, and future diamond ring features round brilliant cut white diamonds that frame two
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2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum

White Gold Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, 14k Round Brilliant Cut .30ct
Located in Greensboro, NC
Tiffany-style mount that allows the stone's brilliance to take center stage. This ring is a size 5 3/4
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20th Century More Rings

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Diamond, White Gold

18k White Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring with 0.47ct Natural Diamond GIA Cert
Located in רמת גן, IL
A classic solitaire engagement ring with a dazzling 0.47 carat radiant natural diamond in D VS1
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2010s Israeli Solitaire Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.70ctw Diamond Cluster Ring, 14k Yellow Gold, Ring Size 8.25
Located in McLeansville, NC
elegance and sophistication. Perfect for engagements, anniversaries, or as a statement piece, this ring is
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21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.39 Carat Round Diamond Neil Lane Halo Ring and Wedding Band Set 14 Karat Gold
By Neil Lane
Located in Greensboro, NC
Neil Lane, this halo engagement ring and matching contoured wedding band sparkle with radiant natural
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Wedding Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Three-Stone Diamond Engagement Ring, 14k Yellow Gold Round Brilliant .55ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Sleek and modern, this breathtaking engagement ring will be a wonderful choice for your bride-to-be
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Antique 19th Century Unknown More Jewelry

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Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Halo Engagement Ring, 14k Round Brilliant .50ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
large gemstones. This ring is a size 6 1/2, but it can be re-sized up 3 sizes for a $30 fee or down 1
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Antique 19th Century Unknown More Jewelry

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Yellow Gold

GIA Certified Three Stone Radiant Trillion Cut Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
An exquisite three stone diamond ring composed by a GIA certified 3 Carat diamond with perfect
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2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond

1.51 Carat GIA Radiant Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring Pave Diamond Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
yes! This absolutely beautiful engagement ring features a single 1.51 carat radiant cut natural
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

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Radiant Cut 3 Stones Engagement Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate radiant cut 3 stones engagement ring for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Platinum, Gold and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect radiant cut 3 stones engagement ring among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but 1.5 Carat and 2 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Creating a radiant cut 3 stones engagement ring has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Roman Malakov, J. Birnbach and Aletto Brothers are consistently popular. Today, if you’re looking for a radiant cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes trillion cut alternatives. Finding a radiant cut 3 stones engagement ring for sale for women should be easy, but there are 9 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Radiant Cut 3 Stones Engagement Ring?

Prices for a radiant cut 3 stones engagement ring can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $5,195 and can go as high as $533,350, while this accessory, on average, fetches $53,400.

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.