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14K White Gold Diamond, Ruby, Emerald and South Sea Pearl Ring
Located in New York, NY
, rubies, and green emeralds, centering a beautiful South Sea pearl. This ring offers a significant finger
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20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

GRS Certified Vintage Thai Ruby, Pearl and Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Natural Thai ( heated ) ruby ring with old cut diamonds and pearls with French hallmark
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Vintage 1950s French Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Natural Blue Sapphire, Ruby and pearl Bypass Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Natural Blue Sapphire, Ruby and pearl Ring in 18 Karat Gold. This is a striking and ornate ring
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Serenity Ring in 18 Karat Gold with Diamonds, Rubies And A Pearls
By Alexia Gryllaki
Located in Athens, Ekali
faceted rubies approx. 0.09cts cultured pearls Ring size can be customised and price might be adjusted
Category

2010s Greek Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Modernist Golden South Sea Pearl Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Unique modernist ring. It is a lyra shaped ring in blackened 18 KT gold holding a Golden south-sea
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21st Century and Contemporary Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl Solitaire Ring with Ruby and Diamond Accents
Located in Manhasset, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl Solitaire Ring With Ruby And Diamond Accents 0.10 Total diamond weight
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2010s Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold

Antique Circa 1900s Handcrafted 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Pearl Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
color and vvs-vs clarity. Totally is ruby 0.40 ct. Ring size is US 9 We can make any size. Box is not
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Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold

Cultured Pearl, Ruby, and Diamond Ring, Yellow Gold, Asymmetrical Design, Estate
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
gold makes this ring feel more personal and unique. If you're looking for a fun estate ring, you have
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Steven Battelle 0.8 Carat Ruby Pearl 18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A combination of a white button pearl inset with a 4 mm faceted ruby and handmade wirework and
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Pearl, 18k Gold

Emerald Cabochon, Ruby and Seed Pearl Dome Ring in 22 Karat Gold
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Emerald Cabochon, Ruby and seed Pearl Dome Ring mounted in 22 Karat Gold. This singular and
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Mid-20th Century Indian Dome Rings

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 22k Gold

Ruby 14k Gold Ring with Carved Mother of Pearl Flower
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Ruby 14k gold ring with carved mother of pearl flower. Ruby gold ring. Metal: 14k solid gold
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2010s Turkish Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold

18K Rose Gold Ruby Pearl Flower Ring with Diamonds
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Rose Gold Ruby & Pearl Flower Ring with Diamonds 170 Rubies - 2.43 CT 1 Pearl - 0.27 CT (3.4MM
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Rose Gold

Antique Georgian 18K Yellow Gold Baroque Pearl and Ruby Cluster Locket Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Georgian pearl, ruby and yellow gold ring, comprising one cushion shaped ruby, and four baroque
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Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Cluster Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Ruby Pearl Sapphire and Diamond Triple Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful 18ct yellow gold Victorian triple cluster ring. The centre of the ring is set
Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold

Tahitian Pearl, Ruby, and Pink Sapphire Floral Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
R8218 1 Tahitian Pearl 12.5mm 156 round Rubies & Pink Sapphires = 8.38ct 18k White Gold with black
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Retro Gold Cocktail Ring 1.4 Carat Natural Ruby, Diamond and Pearl, circa 1950
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Retro 14k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring, 1.40 Carat Natural Ruby Diamond & 12.5mm Pearl. The ring is
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

Natural Ruby and Pearl Cluster Cocktail Ring in 14 Karat Yellow White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
value. Metal: 14 Karat White and Yellow Gold Gemstones: Freshwater Pearl and Ruby Ruby Shape: Round cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Retro Gold Cocktail Ring 1.50 Carat Natural Ruby, Diamond and Pearl, circa 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Retro 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring, 1.50 Carats of Natural Rubies and Diamonds. The ring is set
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Ruby Pearl Ring, Hallmarked Chester 1894
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ruby & Pearl Gypsy Ring Hallmarked 15ct Gold Chester 1894 Made in 15ct yellow gold with
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold

Eostre White South Sea Pearl, Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
This ring comes with a massive 16.5mm White Australian South Sea Pearl. We were experimenting with
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2010s Australian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

14KT Seed Pearl Ruby and Diamond Royal Heart Ring
Located in Lynchburg, VA
This regal seed pearl ring is most likely from the late 19th or early 20th century. It is set with
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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Marquise Cut Rubies Pearl Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our Vintage Marquise Cut Rubies & Pearl Ring in 14K Yellow Gold, a timeless piece that
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Signed DRA Vintage 14K Gold Pearl, Ruby Diamond Floral Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A signed DRA vintage 14K gold floral cocktail ring centered with a luminous 6.55mm cultured pearl
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Vintage 1970s Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold

Yellow Gold Akoya Pearls Ruby Cluster Cocktail Ring 14k .24ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Cultured Akoya Pearls Natural Rubies Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .24ctw Cut: Round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby gold ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Ruby gold ring. Round ruby ring. Red gemstone ring. Open ended ring. Carved mother of pearl flower
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby gold ring
Ruby gold ring
$380 Sale Price / item
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Cat Kitten Ruby Diamond Pave and Pearl 18K Rose White Gold Animal Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Diamonds 2.64 CT 1 Pearl 13.15 CT (11.6MM) 2 Ruby 0.06 CT 18KR 11.55 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Cat Kittens Ruby Diamond Pave and Pearl 18K Rose White Gold Animal Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Dimensions: 2.20x1.50x3.10cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "92 Fancy Diamonds 1.29 CT 6 Ruby 0.03
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Cat Kitten Ruby Diamond Pave Pearl 18K Rose and White Gold Animal Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Diamonds 2.00 CT 1 PE 12.45 CT (12MM) 2 Ruby 0.08 CT 18KR 9.12 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Large South Sea Pearl, Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This ring features a large, luminous pearl that instantly draws the eye with its smooth surface and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Solid 18K Rose Gold Pearl Ruby Womens Dress Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
This wonderfully elegant ring, proudly shows off two magnificent 6mm Cultured Pearls, enhanced by
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2010s British Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Ruby Sapphire Topaz Pearl Diamond Silver Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
covered by the seller (customs duties included). Cluster ring in 9kt rose gold and silver embellished
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Topaz, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Eostre Golden South Sea Pearl and Ruby Pendant Ring in 18K Rose Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
This is a Golden South Sea Pearl and Ruby Pendant Ring in 18K Rose Gold. The idea behind this piece
Category

2010s Australian Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold 0.31ct Ruby and Pearl Trilogy Band Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A ruby and pearl ring in gold, comprising one round cut ruby and two pearls, set to a band of 18
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Ruby, Diamond Pearl Marquise Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
pearls, adding an element of vintage charm. The ring is mounted on a beautifully crafted yellow gold
Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Diamonds Rubies Emeralds Multi-Color Sapphires, Pearls Rose Gold and Silver Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fashion ring in 9kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with diamonds, rubies, emeralds
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Vintage 1950s Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 9k Gold, ...

1.70 Carat Ruby and South Sea Pearl Between The Finger Diamond Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Between The Finger Ring The ring is 18K White Gold There are 1.70 Carats in Rubies There are 0.30
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Yoko London South Sea Pearl, Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
By Yoko London
Located in London, GB
This exquisite ring by Yoko London features a lustrous 12.8mm South Sea pearl surrounded by vibrant
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2010s British Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18...

Serenity Index Finger Ring in 18 Karat Gold with Diamonds, Rubies And A Pearl
By Alexia Gryllaki
Located in Athens, Ekali
faceted rubies approx. 0.30cts cultured pearl Ring size can be customised and price might be adjusted
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2010s Greek Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Double Natural Ruby and Pearl Vintage Style Two Stone Ring in Solid 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
design gold rings equate to delicacy and light openwork, while maintains strength for everyday wear for a
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamonds, Rubies, Sapphires, Pearl, 9 Karat Rose Gold and Silver Frog Shape Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Frog shape ring in 9k rose gold and silver structure, totally studded with rubies and diamonds on
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2010s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Victorian 1880 Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Rubies And Round White Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
An European Victorian ring with rubies and pearls. Beautiful and delicate antique ring, created in
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Antique 1880s English Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Ruby 18 Karat Gold Mother of Pearl Cocktail Ring
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Very nice 18 kt gold gr.23,20 cocktail ring with oval Lucent mother of pearl in the center a ruby
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2010s Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Pearl, Sapphires, Diamonds, Emeralds, Rubies, 14 Karat White Gold Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fantastic retrò ring in 14 kt white gold structure mounted with a yellow pearl surrounded by a
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby White Pearl Ring Set 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby & White Pearl Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural Ruby 2 carats
Category

Late 20th Century Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver

South-Sea Pearl, Rubies, Sapphires, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose and White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Gorgeous ring in 14 kt rose and white gold structure mounted with a south-sea pearl surrounded by
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Nathalie Jean Diamond Ruby Tourmaline Pearl Gold Colored Gemstone Cocktail Ring
By Nathalie Jean
Located in Milan, Lombardia
, rubies, white pearls and carnelian set in 18 karat rosé gold, a warm, sophisticated color close to yellow
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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Carnelian, Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k G...

Luxle Natural South Sea Pearl/Ruby and VS Diamond 18K Gold Ring Size 7
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your engagement moment with the Luxle South Sea Pearl, Ruby, and Diamond Engagement Ring in
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2010s Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, South Sea Pearl, White Gold, Rhodium

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

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Asian Dragon with Ruby Eyes Chasing Pearl Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage 14k yellow gold ring features an intricately crafted Asian dragon wrapped around the
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20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Eostre White Colour South Sea Pearl, Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
A 16.7 mm round white colour south sea pearl, ruby and diamonds ring in 18k white gold. This is a
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2010s Australian Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Ring set with pearl, ruby and brilliant cut diamonds 0.23 ct, 14k gold 3.1 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold entourage ring with a central pearl and as entourage ruby ​​and brilliant cut
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2010s Dutch Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold

10k White Gold Pearl Ruby Womens Trilogy Ring, Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
This stunning ring has been set with one Cultured Pearl & two Rubies measuring 4.25mm (0.17") and
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2010s British Georgian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 10k Gold, White Gold

Edwardian 14K Gold Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Garnet, Pearl Harem Ring
Located in Venice, CA
This beautiful 14k gold Edwardian harem ring contains an array of Rose Cut diamonds, pearls
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

18ct Gold French Hallmarked, Edwardian Ruby Pearl Ring with Feather shoulders
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ring 18ct Rose Gold French Hallmarked Circa 1910 Step back in time with this exquisite
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Early 20th Century French Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18ct Yellow Gold Victorian Ruby, Pearl Diamond Ring Hallmarked Birmingham 1877
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1877 This exquisite 18ct yellow gold
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Emerald Blue Sapphire Ruby Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold "Butterfly" Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Ring is made of 9K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver. This Ring has 0.80
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl...

Handcraft Baroque Pearls 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Ruby Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
, we will be happy to satisfy your every need. 18 karat white gold cocktail ring. Handmade by our
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

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Ruby And Pearl Gold Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate ruby and pearl gold ring for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 14k gold and 18k gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 1227 vintage editions and 525 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect ruby and pearl 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. Creating a ruby and pearl gold ring has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Bochic, Alex Jona and Luigi Ferrara are consistently popular. Take a look at a ruby and pearl gold ring featuring pearl from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and mixed cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a ruby and pearl gold ring, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Ruby And Pearl Gold Ring?

The price for a ruby and pearl gold ring starts at $129 and tops out at $253,300 with these rings, on average, selling for $1,898.

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.