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Diamond and Multi Gemstone Tiger Head Bypass Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
unique bypass design grabs the viewers attention, while the sparkling diamonds and gemstones make the
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20th Century Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sap...

Antique 0.45 TCW Diamond Yellow Gold Three Stone Bypass Ring Size 6
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 2.2 Grams Stone: Approx 0.45 TCW (0.14-0.17 ct) Diamonds Face of Ring: 9.7 x 9.0 x 4.7 mm
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Antique 19th Century Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany co peretti diamond 18k yellow gold hoop bypass band ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
Brand tiffany & co Mint condition Type ring Ring size 6 Main stone diamond Metal yellow gold metal
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Early 2000s Band Rings

Colombian Emerald Diamond Bypass "Toi et Moi" Ring 18K Gold
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
diamond "Toi et Moi" Bypass Ring. Total Emerald Weight : 3.61 Carats. Second Stone: Diamonds G/VS, 0..48
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

1970s Van Cleef Arpels Pavé Diamond and Gold Bypass Ring
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A pavé diamond and 18 karat gold bombé bypass ring, by Van Cleef & Arpels, 1970s Signed VCA and
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Vintage 1970s French Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified "Toi Et Moi" Bypass Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A retro style "Toi et Moi" / Bypass ring with a GIA certified heart shape diamond and vibrant red
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Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

1960s Pink and Blue Sapphire Bypass Ring
Located in Miami, FL
carat of baguette diamonds. This unique natural pink and blue sapphire bypass ring is skillfully
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Contemporary More Rings

Materials

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

1.00Ct Natural Marquise Diamond Ring 14 Karat Gold Bypass Baguette Raised Mod
Located in New York, NY
Marquise Bypass Raised Mod. .50ct. Natural Marquise diamond Ring H-color, Vs-2 clarity 6.9 x
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2010s American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Lalaounis Ruby and Diamond 18k Gold Chimaera Lion’s Head Bypass Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Lalaounis Ruby and Diamond 18k Gold Chimaera Lion’s Head Bypass Ring. Featuring 12
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Vintage 1970s Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Diamond and Ruby Fluted Gold Moi et Toi Bypass Retro Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Mid Century Modern Toi et Moi Ruby and Diamond Gold Retro Bypass Ring
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Mid-20th Century Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Triangular Onyx and Diamond Gold Vintage Moi et Toi Bypass Band Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Triangular Onyx and Diamond Gold Vintage Bypass Band Ring. Hand set with an 0.08
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Late 20th Century Modernist Band Rings

Materials

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

Vintage 18K Lalaounis Double Headed Chimera Ruby Diamond Bypass Ring Sz 6.5
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Winter Springs, FL
the 1970’s done in 18K yellow and white gold and set with a diamond collar and rubies for the eyes
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Late 20th Century Greek Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Diamond Opal Ring, One-of-a-kind Mosaic Opal Bypass Ring, Handmade in Our Shop
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
this beautiful ring are listed below: Metal Quality: 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Number: 1 Diamond
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2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage Hammered David Webb 18k Gold Marquise Diamond Huge GIA Pearl Bypass Ring
By David Webb
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have an absolutely magnificent bypass ring was hand crafted from solid 18k yellow gold by
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Vintage 1980s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Vintage Cartier Oval Cut Diamond Ellipse 18k Gold Bypass Split Ring US5
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Oval Cut Natural Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Split Bypass Ring. Stunning yellow gold
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1990s French Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari Roma Doppio Bypass Ring 18Kt Gold with 1.79 Ctw Diamonds Emerald Ruby
By Bulgari
Located in Miami, FL
A gem-set bypass ring designed by Bvlgari. Beautiful piece of jewelry, created in Rome, Italy by
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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

1.25 Carat Fancy Cut Blue Topaz, 14k Gold Bypass Ring with Diamond Accents
Located in Austin, TX
bypass ring features a fancy cut 1.25 carat bright blue topaz with diamond accents. Blue topaz is one of
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

"Wabi-Sabi" Bypass Ring Featuring a 0.91 Carat Diamond in Brushed 18 Karat Gold
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This quirky, eye-catching bypass ring by Eytan Brandes features one large and one small diamond set
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2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Estate Pave White Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Estate 1.85ctw Pave White Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Ring Bypass Size 7
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Yellow Gold and Diamond Olive Branch Bypass Ring
Located in New York, NY
A charming bypass ring crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. Designed in the form of an olive branch
Category

2010s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold, Black Onyx, Mother of Pearl and Diamond Bypass Ring
Located in New York, NY
0.06ct mounted in 14 karat yellow gold. Ring size 6.75.
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Onyx, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald Set Yellow Diamond Bypass Ring
Located in London, GB
A bypass ring set with a 1.36ct fancy intense yellow diamond oval brilliant cut having a callibre
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Vintage 1930s French More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald

Natural Yellow and White Diamond Bypass Ring
Located in Chestnut Hill, MA
Platinum & 18 karat yellow gold bypass ring consisting of 1 radiant cut white diamond weighing 2.42
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold

Ruby Diamond Gold Bypass Ring
Located in Greenwich, CT
Ruby and diamond bypass ring, showcasing a pair of oval-shaped rubies weighing approximately 2.11
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20th Century American Band Rings

Materials

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

Heart Shape Yellow DIamond and Emerald Bypass Ring
Located in Chestnut Hill, MA
18 karat yellow gold bypass ring consisting of 1 heart shape natural canary diamonds having a total
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Diamond Gold Bypass Swirl Ring
Located in Columbia, MO
This yellow gold right hand ring has a unique bypass swirl design that resembles an infinity symbol
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2010s Unknown Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow and White Gold Diamond Bypass Ring
Located in Dallas, TX
This incredibly amazing two color diamond fashion ring is crafted in an elegant paisley design
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Early 2000s Unknown Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

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

18 Karat Yellow Gold 0.34 Carat Diamond Bypass Fashion Ring
Located in Gainesville, FL
You are viewing a Beautiful Diamond Bypass Fashion Ring. This ring is crafted from 18k yellow gold
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Diamond Pave Gold Bypass Ring
By Cartier
Located in Greenwich, CT
Bypass ring in polished 18k yellow gold with pavé diamonds, the diamonds weighing approximately
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Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Emerald Bypass 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fashion Ring
Located in Frederick, MD
Elegant diamond emerald bypass ring in 18 karat gold, featuring a .58 carat round brilliant cut J
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Damiani 18 Karat White and Yellow Gold Diamond Bypass Ring 11.1g
By Damiani
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Damiani 18k White & Yellow Gold Diamond Bypass Ring 11.1g Size 6.5 ' For sale is a Damiani 18k
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Early 2000s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

4.29 Carat Rose Cut Yellow Gold Bypass Ring
By Single Stone
Located in Los Angeles, CA
diamond set in a handcrafted 18k yellow gold ring. Smooth and comfortable, this ring is great as a right
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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. Diamond and Sapphire Bypass Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Greenwich, CT
Diamond and sapphire bypass ring, showcasing a larger pear-shaped diamond and sapphire, accented by
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Late 20th Century More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Boucheron Diamond Gold Frou Frou Bypass Ring
By Boucheron
Located in Greenwich, CT
Frou Frou diamond bypass ring, showcasing two stylized flowers side-by-side, the ruffled edges of
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21st Century and Contemporary French Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Bypass Garnet and Diamond Ring
By SeidenGang
Located in Pikesville, MD
bypass wrap style ring features two cabochon rhodolite garnet caps and .20 carats of round brilliant
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1990s American Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bypass Ruby Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold 2.5cts in Diamonds, 3.00cts Rubies
Located in Surfside, FL
Lovely bypass ruby & diamond ring in 18k yellow gold with approxiimately 2.5 carats in diamonds and
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20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Coral Diamond Gold Bypass Ring
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Greenwich, CT
Bypass ring, showcasing a pair of carved pink coral panels ending in pavé-set diamond terminals
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Vintage 1970s French Band Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro Bulgari Burmese Ruby Cabochon and Diamond Bypass Ring in Yellow Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Dublin 2, D
Vintage Bulgari natural Burmese cabochon and diamond bombe ring in 18kt yellow gold. Centred with
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Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

VAN CLEEF ARPELS Heart-Shaped Diamond Bypass Ring
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Greenwich, CT
Diamond bypass ring, set with two heart-shaped diamonds weighing approximately 0.70 total carats
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21st Century and Contemporary French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Stambolian Two-Tone Yellow and White Gold and Diamond Bypass Ring with Opals
By Stambolian
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18K Yellow and White Gold Bypass Ring with Diamonds and Opals This Ring is half yellow gold, half
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21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Pavé Diamond Gold Bypass Ring
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Greenwich, CT
Bypass ring, designed as a textured 18k yellow gold band with triangular-shaped terminals at top in
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21st Century and Contemporary French Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Bayco Ruby Sapphire Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bypass Ring
By Bayco
Located in New York, NY
A platinum & 18kt yellow gold ring centered upon a 3.02 carat heart-shaped Mozambique ruby and a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Ruby diamond bypass swirl ring in 18k gold
Located in Surfside, FL
Ruby & diamond bypass swirl ring in 18k gold with 0.50 carats in G-H color, VS clarity diamonds and
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20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

1990s Classic Diamond Gold Four Band Bypass Ring
Located in Dallas, TX
carats (clarity VS1, color I), this classic 1990s vintage 14kt yellow gold and diamond four band bypass
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1990s Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 14k Gold

18 Karat Diamond and Precious Gemstone Bypass Modern Ring
Located in Pikesville, MD
A sleek and modern diamond and precious gemstone open bypass ring featuring .66 carats of bright
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Two Tone Gold 0.68 Carat Princess Diamond Bypass Engagement Ring
Located in Columbia, MO
Main Stone Clarity Si1 Natural/Lab-Created Natural Main Stone Diamond Main Stone Color G Secondary
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

.52 Ruby Ct .46 Ct Diamond Yellow Gold 14 Karat Partial Bypass Ring 3 Grams
Located in Daytona Beach, FL
.52 CTW Natural Ruby & .46 CTW Natural Diamond Yellow Gold 14K Cluster Ring 3 grams Stones
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Early 2000s Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

GIA 1.06 F SI1 ct 1.00 FIY SI1 Canary Bypass Ring
By Shreve, Crump Low
Located in Chestnut Hill, MA
Beautiful platinum and 18 karat yellow gold bypass ring consisting of 1.06 carat Pear shape diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary More Rings

Materials

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

Roberto Coin Gold 0.03ctw Princess Flower Bypass 3 Flower Ring
By Roberto Coin
Located in Columbia, MO
-tone Gold Total Carat Weight (TCW) 0.03 ctw Ring Size 6.5 Sizable No Width 6 mm Metal Purity 18k Style
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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Roberto Coin Gold 0.03 Carat Princess Flower Bypass 3 Flower Ring
By Roberto Coin
Located in Columbia, MO
-tone Gold Total Carat Weight (TCW) 0.03 ctw Ring Size 6.5 Sizable No Width 6 mm Metal Purity 18k Style
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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified 5.56ct Fancy Light Blue and Pink Radiant Cut Bypass Ring
By Ounce Collection Jewelry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink is 1.54ct VVS1 GIA Certified 5.65ct Total Diamond Weight Truly One of a Kind Designed, Handpicked
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Diamond Yellow and White Gold Bypass Swirl Ring
Located in Columbia, MO
$1,650! DETAILS: Yellow White Gold Diamond Bypass Ring Sparkly round brilliant cut diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Oval Blue Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Bypass Ring
Located in Columbia, MO
! DETAILS: Yellow Gold Oval Blue Sapphire Diamond Bypass Ring 18 karat yellow gold Natural, oval cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

18 Karat Yellow and Blue Sapphire Diamond Bypass Ring
Located in Pikesville, MD
A fabulous find. This 18 karat yellow gold bypass ring features two gorgeous sapphires, one blue
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Twin Emerald and Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Bypass Ring
Located in Miami, FL
emerald is accented by one diamond of approximately 0.06 ct. Style: Twin Stone Ring Metal: Yellow Gold
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20th Century Modern More Rings

Materials

Emerald, Yellow Gold

Stambolian 18K Yellow White Gold Diamond Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Bypass Ring
By Stambolian
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Stambolian 18K Yellow White Gold Diamond Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Bypass Ring This beautiful ring
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21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Stambolian 18K Yellow White Gold Diamond Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Bypass Ring
By Stambolian
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Stambolian 18K Yellow White Gold Diamond Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Bypass Ring This beautiful ring
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21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

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Yellow Diamond Bypass Rings For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of yellow diamond bypass rings for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from gold, yellow gold and white gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 224 vintage editions and 185 modern creations to choose from as well. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 19th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of yellow diamond bypass rings to choose from, but contemporary and modern yellow diamond bypass rings are of considerable interest. ANGARA INC., Cartier and Bulgari each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. There are many round cut, mixed cut and pear cut yellow diamond bypass rings for sale. If you’re browsing the variety of yellow diamond bypass rings for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.

How Much are Yellow Diamond Bypass Rings?

Prices for yellow diamond bypass rings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $132 and can go as high as $206,000, while yellow diamond bypass rings, on average, fetch $2,475.

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.

Questions About Yellow Diamond Bypass Rings
  • a diamond bypass ring is a fashionable and unique ring that consists of a single metal band that "twists" and do not connect to each other. If it is an engagement ring, this gap between the two ends of the bands holds the diamond.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    While diamonds signify love and devotion, a yellow diamond is meant to also signify knowledge, intellect and wisdom; it’s also seen as a hue of happiness and cheer. Receiving a yellow diamond engagement ring still signifies everlasting love much like a clear diamond, but it also is meant to bring an element of happiness and certainty—this is what makes it a popular diamond color for engagement rings. You’ll find a variety of yellow diamonds from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.