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Platinum, Gold, Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
A platinum and 18 karat yellow gold, sapphire and diamond ring. Set with an oval cut sapphire
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21st Century and Contemporary American Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Bulgari Allegra Multi-Gemstones and Diamond Ring
By Bulgari
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage Bulgari Allegra multi-gemstones and diamond ring set in 18k yellow gold, circa
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2010s Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, Gold...

Rainbow Moonstone White Diamond One of a Kind Empress Ring, Pamela Froman
By Pamela Froman
Located in Dallas, TX
-finished 18k yellow gold featuring an exceptional 14.74 carat pear-shaped rainbow moonstone cabochon and
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2010s American Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Moonstone, Multi-gemstone, Rainbow Moonsto...

Le Vian Tourmaline Diamond Ring, 14k Gold Three-Stone with Accents 2.03 Carat
By Le Vian
Located in Greensboro, NC
yellow and white gold, this ring showcases a trio of green tourmaline gemstones that are elegantly
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20th Century Unknown Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Dazzling 18K White gold Halo Ring w/ 1.30 ct total natural diamonds
Located in רמת גן, IL
1.3 Carat Pear Diamond Ring with Side Stones This stunning ring features a dazzling 0.6 carat
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2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Boucheron Diamond Gold Bypass Ring
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
with a pear-shaped diamond head. In total .37 carats of diamonds that grade F-G color and Vs1 clarity
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Late 20th Century French Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

David Webb Natural Emerald Cabochon Diamond 18 Karat Ring In Stock
By David Webb
Located in Boca Raton, FL
. Material: 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Details: There are approximately 0.45 carats of natural, pear-shaped
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Late 20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Tear Drop Swirl Shape Quartz Crystal Sapphire Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
diamonds approx. total weight .06cts, G, VS 1 pear shaped hand carved rock crystal 12 square sapphires
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Early 2000s Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Set in 18K Gold, Aquamarine, Morganite Diamonds Cocktail/ Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
in 18K Rose/ White Gold. The weight of the pear shaped Aquamarine is 7.02 carats. The weight of the
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Morganite, 18k Gold

10.05 carats, Ethiopian Opal, Ceylon Multi Sapphires Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
& Diamonds. The weight of the pear shaped Opal Cabochon is 10.05 carats. The Opal cabochon is of Ethiopian
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Beautiful 1.36ct Diamonds Fancy-Colored Ring in 14k Rose Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
rose gold fancy-colored ring showcases eight exquisite pear-shaped diamonds totaling 1.36 carats. The
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2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

CARTIER Diamond Gold Contraire Bypass Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York City, NY
Elegant 18k yellow gold bypass ring with pave set diamonds and two pear shaped diamonds, by Cartier
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Art Deco style Turquoise, Emerald, Black Enamel Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Yellow Gold. The weight of the sugarloaf Turquoise is 3.77 carats. The weight of the pear shaped
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Set in 18K Gold, 2.02 carats, Tanzanite Diamonds Cocktail Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
& Diamonds. The weight of the pear shaped Tanzanite is 2.02 carats. The Tanzanite is responsibly sourced from
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

Rubellite Diamond platinum Daisy Bouquet Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
This fabulous platinum cocktail ring features a pear-shaped rubellite weighing 8.89 carats, set in
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Rubelite, Platinum

Radiant 1.90ct Citrine Double Halo Ring w/ Side Diamonds in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Unveiling a radiant 18k white gold ring featuring a mesmerizing 1.90-carat pear-shaped citrine as
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2010s Singaporean Cluster Rings

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Citrine, Diamond, White Gold

Set in 18K Gold, Zambian Emerald, Mozambique Ruby Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
& natural Diamonds. The weight of the pear shaped Emerald is 2.05 carats. The Emerald is completely natural
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold

Victorian 1.44 CTW Rose Cut Diamond 14K Gold Antique Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an antique pear-shaped rose cut diamond weighing approximately 1.44 carats H color with
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Antique 1890s Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Two Color Gold Flower Cocktail Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Beautiful Flower shaped Diamond ring made of two tone 18k gold containing 5 fancy yellow diamond
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2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

White Gold Peridot and Diamond Ring
Located in Palm Beach, FL
The rich yellow/green color of the peridot contrast beautifully with the white gold and diamonds in
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold

Opal Spessartite Garnet Diamond Gold Ring
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
intense colors is surrounded by 10 pear shaped spessertite garnets (10 at 10.14 carats) and 10 diamonds
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2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Garnet, Opal, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Emerald Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
oval cut emerald that is surrounded by a sunflower of pear shaped diamonds. Crafted in 18k yellow gold
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Vintage 1940s American Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Armenta Old World Lacy Eternity Stack Ring, Sapphire and Diamond, Style 01688
By Armenta
Located in Carmel, IN
casually or dressed up on any occasion. It features both diamonds & pear shaped white sapphires, along with
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2010s American Renaissance Revival Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

IGI Certified 5.30ct Natural Burma Rubies 0.21ct Natural Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
framed by 2 pear-shaped brilliant-cut diamonds totalling 0.21 carats, creating a harmonious dance of
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Untreated Ruby Ring, 1.97 carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
-quality rubies. Its fiery brilliance is beautifully complemented by two pear shaped yellow diamonds with
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

TAMIR Magnificent Twin Peridot and Diamond Ring.
By Tamir
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
diamonds and set in a hand crafted 18K yellow gold ring. Signed with Tamir's registered trademark.
Materials

Peridot, Diamond, 18k Gold

David Webb Rock Crystal and Diamond Set Gold and Platinum Ring
By David Webb
Located in Litchfield, CT
-top size with a distinctive couture look. The pear-shaped rock crystal cabochon complements the hand
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Vintage 1970s American Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Set in 18K Gold, 5.30 carats, Aquamarine, Tourmaline Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
& Diamonds. The weight of the pear shaped Aquamarine is 5.30 carats. The weight of the shield shaped
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold

1960s Coral Lapis Diamond Cocktail Ring Vintage 14 Karat Gold Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
cabochon cut pear shaped lapis lazuli that measures 7mm x 5mm (estimated at 6 carats). The diamonds total
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, White Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Set in 18K Gold, 21.25 carats Morganite, Zambian Emerald Diamond Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Gold & Diamonds. The weight of the pear shaped Morganite is 21.25 carats. The heart shaped Emerald
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Morganite, 18k Gold

Set in 18K Gold, 4.15 carats, Morganite, Black Enamel Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Gold & Diamonds. The weight of the pear shaped Morganite is 4.15 carats. The Diamonds weight is 0.24
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, 18k Gold, Enamel

Set in 18K Gold, 1.05 carats, Rubellite, Pink Opal Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
& natural Diamonds. The weight of the pear shaped Rubellite is 1.05 carats. The weight of the Pink Opal is
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Rubelite, 18k Gold

Pear Shape Blue Topaz and Diamond 14 Carat Yellow Gold Ring and Pendant Set
Located in London, GB
An exquisite ring set with a vibrant blue pear shaped topaz with an approximate weight of 16.00ct
Category

2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tourmaline Diamond Sterling Silver Flower Cocktail Ring
Located in Nantucket, MA
A stunning flower ring of pear-shaped, faceted pink tourmalines bordered with pave`set diamonds set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Sterling Silver, Vermeil

Set in 18K Rose Gold, 1.99 carats Morganite Diamonds Engagement Wedding Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Diamonds. The weight of the pear shaped Morganite is 1.99 carats. The Diamonds weight is 0.61 carats. Net
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Set in 18K White Gold, Aquamarine, Morganite Diamonds in-laid Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
White Gold & Diamonds. The weight of the pear shaped Morganite is 6.96 carats. The weight of the pear
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Morganite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Sapphire Diamond Gold Ring
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
deep vivid blue pear shaped sapphires that have been accented by numerous colorless diamonds cascading
Category

1990s French More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Set in 18K Gold, natural Zambian Emerald, Pink Sapphire Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
weight of the pear shaped Emerald is 2.37 carats. The Emerald is completely natural, without any
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

Cartier Tourmaline Sapphire Diamond Gold Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Tourmaline Sapphire Wide Band Ring by Cartier. With 1 oval-shaped green
Category

1990s French Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Rosecut Diamond Signet Ring by Allison Bryan
By Allison Bryan
Located in London, GB
shield shape and a light brown pear-shaped rosecut diamond. The ring is handcrafted in solid 18-carat
Category

2010s British Engagement Rings

Materials

Brown Diamond, 18k Gold

Michael Kneebone Moonstone Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
ring. The center stone is flanked by a cluster of pear shaped and brilliant cut diamonds. The
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2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold

Harry Winston 1970s Diamond Ruby Tahitian Black Pearl Ring in 18K Gold
By Harry Winston
Located in Dallas, TX
(approximately 12mm) and perfectly round pearl at the center, framed by a row of pear-shaped rubies of rich
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Vintage 1970s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Boris Le Beau Ruby Diamond Gold Platinum Ring
By Boris Lebeau
Located in Princeton, NJ
weighs approximately 8.15ct and 2 pear shaped white diamonds that weigh approximately .40ctw, signed
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Fashion Rings

Materials

Ruby, White Diamond

2.13 Carat Pink Spinel Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A fine and gemmy pink spinel weighing 2.13 carats takes center stage. The pear shaped gem spinel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold

Set in 18K white Gold, 30.03 carats, Aquamarine Rose Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
. The weight of the Pear shaped Aquamarine is 30.03 carats. The combined Diamonds weight is 1.66 carats
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Oscar Heyman Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, circa 1970. A dramatic arrangement of five pear-shaped diamonds set in platinum and five similarly cut
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Unique One of a Kind Art Deco Style Ring w/ 0.77ct Diamonds in 18k White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
pear-shaped diamond, offering a unique and colorful expression of style. Surrounding it, are 4 marquise
Category

2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Gold Spessartine Cushion Mandarin Garnet Pink Tourmaline Diamond Ring
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
stone, for someone who would be engulfed in the beauty of these pear shaped pink tourmalines encircling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Tourmaline, Mandarin Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

5.72 Carat Total Ruby Blue Sapphire Cocktail Diamond Two Tone Ring In 18K Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
excellent. Sharing the attention is a 2.70 pear-shaped carat blue sapphire, from Sri Lanka, exhibiting royal
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2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

14 Karat White Gold Pave Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
approx. .07 ctw VS, 1 pear shaped yellow diamond measuring approx. .15CT VS Ring measures approx. 3mm x
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 0.82 CTW Diamond Platinum 14 K Lotus Toi-Et-Moi Antique Dinner Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring two old mine cut diamonds bead set north to south in pear-shaped forms Weighing
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Burmese Ruby French Bombe Flowerhead and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Gorgeous Burmese Ruby and Diamond ring featuring approximately 5 carats of pear shaped Burmese
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Vintage 1970s French Modern Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby

4.06 Carat Pink Tourmaline Ring
Located in Coral Gables, FL
2 Pear Shaped Diamonds Totaling 1.02 Carats Of VS2 Clarity & F Color. Natural Inclusions Visible In
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2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Michael Kneebone Indicolite Tourmaline Cabochon Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Indicolite tourmaline (origin: Namibia) in a chubby pear shaped cabochon cut is featured in this
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2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Gold and Diamond "Pinkie" Ring c1960
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A charming 18k yellow gold and diamond "Pinkie" ring. The textured yellow gold cluster ring set
Michael Kneebone Black Opal Tsavorite Garnet Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
An Ethiopian black opal is the centerpiece of this bold and dramatic cocktail ring. The pear
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2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Opal, Tsavorite, Diamond, Garnet, Black Opal, 18k Gold

Antique Fancy Colored Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
. The shoulders of the ring are embellished with two pairs of pear shaped fancy color rose cut diamonds
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20th Century Russian Edwardian Engagement Rings

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Yellow Pear Shaped Yellow Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact yellow pear shaped yellow diamond ring you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 38 antique edition and 54 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a yellow pear shaped yellow diamond ring may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular piece, .5 Carat and 1 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. Creating a yellow pear shaped yellow diamond ring has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Mark Broumand, Alberto and Single Stone are consistently popular. A pear cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also round cut and oval cut versions for sale. Finding a yellow pear shaped yellow diamond ring for sale for women should be easy, but there are 28 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Yellow Pear Shaped Yellow Diamond Ring?

Prices for a yellow pear shaped yellow diamond ring can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $310 and can go as high as $362,882, while this accessory, on average, fetches $5,300.

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 Pear Shaped Yellow Diamond Ring
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    Although trends in bridal jewelry change over time, pear-shaped diamond engagement rings tend to remain popular. Jewelry makers have produced pear-shaped diamonds since the 15th century, when a Flemish diamond cutter named Lodewyk van Bercken first mastered the technique. Many people love the sparkle of the cut and find its mix of curves and points to be visually appealing. Find a diverse assortment of pear-shaped diamond engagement rings on 1stDibs.
  • 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.