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20th Century Sapphire Double Row Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
. On both sides of the setting on the start of the ring are set 2 x 3 rose-cut diamonds in millegrain
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Cluster Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

1.25ct Teal Sapphire and Diamond Three-Stone Ring 14K Gold R6700
Located in Osprey, FL
down 2 sizes) ♥ Band width: 1.6mm ♥ Gemstone: Center sapphire is 1.25ct; diamonds are 0.065ct total ♥
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2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold

English Victorian 20th Century Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Garter Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
sapphires on top, each surrounded by antique-cut diamonds held in claws. The start of the ring is engraved
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Antique Early 1900s French Victorian Engagement Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...

Certified 8.80 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
A classic 3-stone ring, with a cushion-shaped eye-clean Sri Lankan Sapphire and 2 half-moon (0.7
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k Gold 4.27ctw GIA Round Ceylon Sapphire Engagement Ring w/ Baguette Diamonds
Located in Montclair, NJ
This classic sapphire and diamond vintage ring is crafted in solid 18k white gold and features a
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Vintage 1980s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Montana Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring 14K White Gold AD2064-8
Located in Osprey, FL
by additional sapphires and diamonds on the sides ♥ Low-profile ring setting ♥  Material: 14K white
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2010s American Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 4.20 Carat Ceylon Sapphire 0.40 Carat Diamond Platinum Ring Circa 1945
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 4.20 carat Ceylon sapphire and 0.40 carat diamond, platinum
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Antique Victorian 18K Rose Gold Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Rose Gold Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA. This gorgeous
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Antique 1890s Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Sapphire Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Ring 8.40 Carat GIA Report
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
with two trillion cut diamonds to the sides. The sapphire comes with a GIA report (see pic. 2). The
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1990s Unknown Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Platinum 4.76ctw GIA Cushion Ceylon NO HEAT Color Change Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This very unique sapphire and diamond custom made engagement ring is crafted in solid platinum and
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2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

14k Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamond 3 Stone Ring
Located in Victoria, BC
Here is a beautiful and brand new 14k Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamond 3 Stone Ring. This ring
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2010s Canadian Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Certified 8 Carat Natural No Heat Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring 18k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Certified 8.90 Carat Natural No Heat Blue Sapphire & Diamond Ring 18K Gold. Beautiful ring gorgeous
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Vintage 1980s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage 1950s 1.85 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
arrangement. The sapphire is flanked on either side by a bezel set baguette cut diamond. A further twelve
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Vintage 1950s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 2.09ct Sapphire and 2.16ct Diamond, Platinum Trilogy Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
and impressive vintage sapphire and diamond trilogy ring has been crafted in platinum. The pierced
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Early 20th Century Unknown Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage Platinum 2.51ctw GIA No Heat Round Purple-Pink Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have an absolutely gorgeous vintage sapphire and diamond engagement style ring that was
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Vintage 1970s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage Platinum 2.51ctw GIA No Heat Round Purple-Pink Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have an absolutely gorgeous vintage sapphire and diamond engagement style ring that was
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Vintage 1970s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum

Antique GIA Burma No Heat Pink Sapphire and Diamond 18k Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Antique GIA Burma No Heat Pink Sapphire and Diamond 18k Gold Cluster Ring. Featuring one GIA
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Antique 1890s Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18...

New 14k Gold Platinum AGL No Heat Padparadscha Sapphire Diamond 3 Stone Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
You are looking at an incredible and super rare Padparadscha sapphire solitaire and diamond three
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2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Padparadscha Sapphire , 14k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond and Sapphire Filigree 18k White Gold Ring
Located in Derby, NY
Side Stone 2 : Stone Type : Sapphire Side Stone 2 : Shape : French Cut Side Stone 2 : Stone Weight
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Edwardian 14K Gold Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 14K Gold Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA. This
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Sapphire Ring Size 5.5 #17784
By Belais
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 18 Karat White Gold Diamond & Sapphire Ring Size 5.5 This gorgeous ring was meticulously
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20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified 1.92 Carat Diamond Sapphire White Gold Men s Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
GIA certified raised crown diamond men's ring in a 20k white gold setting with sapphire accents
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Vintage 1920s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, White Gold

Art Deco Style Calibrated Sapphire Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Round Shape Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
- cut diamonds and calibrated sapphires. On the start of the ring, on either side of the head, a small
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

French 2.12 Carat Cushion, Cut Blue Sapphire Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
sapphire, this lovely ring is set with 6 claws with on its top and at the base of 2 x 3 modern brilliant
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Engagement Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...

Vintage Maurice Tishman Platinum GIA No Heat Pear Sapphire Diamond Bypass Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
stones are further accented with tapered baguette cut diamonds that are channel set at each side, adding
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Late 20th Century Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum

Van Cleef Arpels 3.57 Carat Diamond Sapphire 18 Karat Gold French Unisex Ring
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an emerald cut sapphire and diamond, flush set side-by-side Flanked by channel set
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Vintage 1980s French Contemporary Fashion Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...

1950s 0.30 Carat Sapphire and 0.27 Carat Diamond, 18 Karat Gold Eternity Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive sapphire and diamond eternity ring has been crafted in 18 k white gold. The Art Deco style
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Art Deco Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Art Deco Style Platinum Old Euro Diamond and Sapphire Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
diamond that has a GIA report and is surrounded by natural French cut sapphires. The sides of the ring has
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Retro Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

French Modern 1.51 Carat Royal Blue Sapphire Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat white gold, eagle head hallmark. Delightful sapphire-diamond ring featuring a deep
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

French 1930s Art Deco 1.42 Carat Sapphire Cabochon Diamonds 18 Karat Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
either side, 2 arrowheads in calibrated blue sapphires finish adorning the jewel. Weight of the sapphire
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum, Gold, 18k Gol...

Jack Kelege Engraved Platinum Half Moon Diamond 4.10 Carat Blue Sapphire Ring
By Jack Kelege
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. Stones- Genuine Oval Royal Blue Peacock Sapphire 4.10 Carats. 2 Half Moon Diamonds, 10 Princess Cut
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Teal Sapphire Diamond Tanzanite Alexandrite Cluster Ring 14K White Gold R6502
Located in Osprey, FL
: Center sapphire, 0.86ct; side stones include tanzanite, alexandrite, diamonds (0.17ct total), and
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2010s American Cluster Rings

Materials

Alexandrite, Diamond, Sapphire, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique 2.70 Carat Sapphire and 2.42 Carat Diamond White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 2.70 Ct blue sapphire and 2.42 Ct diamond, 18k and 15k white gold dress ring
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Old Euro Diamond and Sapphire Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Old Euro Diamond and Sapphire Engagement Ring. This
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

WR Designs Platinum 7.51 Carat Blue Sapphire and 1.15 Cttw Diamond Ring
By William Rosenberg
Located in Troy, MI
sapphire and 0.53 Cttw diamonds down each side of the ring. Ring is a size 6.5 but can be sized
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Cartier Sapphire Diamond Full Eternity Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Circa 1960
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A Cartier sapphire diamond full eternity ring in 18 karat yellow gold, circa 1960. This stylish
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Vintage 1960s Retro Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Ring .96ct Square Cut Original 1930 s Platinum
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Art Deco Antique from 1930's-1940's GIA Certified .96ct Sapphire Diamond Platinum
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Edwardian 3.15 Carat Ceylon Blue Sapphire in Platinum Rose Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Addison, TX
This is an gorgeous example of an Edwardian era sapphire ring! The stunning 3.51 carat deep royal
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Mauboussin Nuit D’Amour 18 Karat White Gold Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Mauboussin
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
is crafted in 18K white gold. The piece features: - blue sapphires (central ~4.20ct, side TW ~0.62ct
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Three Stone Platinum Diamond 7.85 Carat Oval Peacock Sapphire Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Peacock Sapphire 7.85 Carats. 2 Round Diamonds H-I Color SI1 Clarity 0.63 Carats. Size- 5 3/4. FREE
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

No Heat GIA 33.34 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Gold Cocktail Ring
By Dover Jewelry
Located in Miami, FL
Dimensions: 18 x 17mm Ring Size: 6 ¼ Diamonds: 2 triangular cut diamonds approx. carats, color, clarity
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

0.89 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Three Stone 18 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring
By Michael Rose
Located in London, GB
A 0.89 carat sapphire and diamond three stone platinum engagement ring. This beautiful sapphire
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2010s European Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco 1930 Gia Certified Platinum Ring 10.58 Ctw in Burma Sapphire Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
. Accented at the sides with a pair of round brilliant cut diamonds, 0.40 carats and channel-set with 16
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

New 14k White Gold 1.55ctw No Heat Pink Cushion Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a magnificent sapphire and diamond engagement ring that is newly crafted from solid
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2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold

GIA Certified White Gold Pink Sapphire Diamond Ring 2.44ct
Located in Mayfair, London, London
2.44ct and displays signs of heat treatment. Set to either side of the sapphire are 2 pear cut diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Lovely 1.39ct Sapphire and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k White Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Lovely 1.39ct Sapphire and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k White & Yellow Gold - IGI Certified
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2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 14.49 Carat Color Change Oval Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
by 2 rose cut pear shape diamond side stones. This ring has a double diamond shank and is set in 18k
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

French Art Deco Style 3.22 Carat Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
. The shoulders of the ring band are set with 2 x 3 diamonds. Total weight of sapphires: 3.22 carat
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20th Century French Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold

2.99 Carat Blue Sapphire Octagonal Step Cut GIA Diamond Ring 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This Blue Sapphire Cushion Cut Ring accented by a Halo of White Round Diamonds is a testament to
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21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Three Stone Diamond and Blue Sapphire Platinum Gold Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
absorbs a bluish tint from the sapphires on the side. EGL certified. 1 round diamond .95cts, E-F, SI1
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20th Century Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum, White Gold

2.47Ct Sapphire 0.70Ct Diamond, Platinum Trilogy Ring - Vintage Circa 1950
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 2.47 carat natural blue sapphire and 0.70 carat diamond
Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Ring 3.30ct Old European Original 1910 s Antique Plat
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from the 1910 's Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring 3.30cttw
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Vintage 1910s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

0.70Ct Sapphire 0.52Ct Diamond, 9k Yellow Gold Dress Ring - Antique Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
jewelry collections This fine and impressive sapphire and diamond dress ring has been crafted in 9k
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Old Euro Diamond Sapphire Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Old Euro Diamond Sapphire Shield Ring. This
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Art Deco GIA 2.37ct Old Euro Diamond French Sapphire Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
generations to come. The center diamond in the great condition. A slight abrasion on sapphires and some side
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

GIA Certified 3.91 Carat Sapphire Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Natural Sapphire and diamond three-stone engagement ring. Light purple sapphire center stone set in
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Late 20th Century Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Vanna K Pink Sapphire Diamond Ring Estate 18k White Gold Sz 7 Fine Jewelry
By Vanna K
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish Vanna K pink sapphire & diamond ring crafted in 18 karat white gold. Princess cut pink
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

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Sapphire Ring With 2 Side Diamonds For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of sapphire ring with 2 side diamonds available on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 14k Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. Our selection of items includes 3 vintage examples as well as 10 contemporary versions. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 20th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. Our collection of sapphire ring with 2 side diamonds includes designs that are universally popular, but Contemporary and Modern styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. A selection of oval cut, cabochon and cushion cut can be found today on these pages. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of sapphire ring with 2 side diamonds, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Sapphire Ring With 2 Side Diamonds?

Prices for sapphire ring with 2 side diamonds start at $870 and top out at $400,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $5,600.

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.