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Round Carved Jade Ring with Diamonds and Green Onyx
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Pretty and flowery designed this Round Carved Jade Ring with Diamonds and Emeralds around is such a
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, Jade, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

GIA Natural Jadeite Jade Onyx Diamond Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
, surrounded with onyx and approx. 3.00ctw in diamonds. Ring size - 7.5, ring top is 30mm wide. Marked: 18k
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20th Century More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Gold

18K Yellow Gold Onyx, Jade and Diamond Ring Size 7.25 #20968
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18K Yellow Gold Onyx, Jade and Diamond Ring Size 7.25 This elegant 18K yellow gold ring is adorned
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20th Century Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Certified Jade, Rose Cut Diamond & Onyx Ring & Pendant. Imperial Green Jade. XXL
Located in Hong Kong, HK
in person than any video and photos. Here is a bright imperial green Jade and diamond ring / pendant
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2010s Hong Kong Cocktail Rings

Materials

Jade, Onyx, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

18K Yellow Gold Carved Jade, Diamond, Onyx Ruby Ring
Located in beverly hills, CA
the elegance of carved jade, the sparkle of diamonds, onyx and the vibrant hues of rubies, this ring
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Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Jade Black Onyx Diamonds Gold Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Completely handmade Classic Art Deco Style Ring with a Nice Hexagon shape Jade set in 14 kt white
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2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, Jade, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold

Art Deco Style Jade Black Onyx Diamonds Gold Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Completely handmade Classic Art Deco Style Ring with a Nice Hexagon shape Jade set in 14 kt white
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2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, Jade, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold

Art Deco Style Jade Black Onyx Diamonds Gold Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Completely handmade Classic Art Deco Style Ring with a Nice Hexagon shape Jade set in 14 kt white
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2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, Jade, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold

Art Deco Jadeite Jade Diamond Onyx Platinum Vintage Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval shaped jade cabochon measuring 9.0 x 11.0 mm Translucent vibrant green in color
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Platinum, Enamel

Art Deco Style Carved Jade and Black Onyx 14k White Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classic and elegant ring composed of an oval engraved Black Onyx cabochon surmounted by a stylized
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2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, Jade, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Carved Green Jade Black Onyx Cabochon Emerald Ring
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Black Onyx rings on the side of the stone and a jade disk with Diamonds terminating in a cabochon Jade
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1990s Unknown Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Jade, Onyx, 18k Gold

Carved Jade Diamond Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Jade, .95 carats onyx and .90 carats of sparkling diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Style Engraved Jade Black Onyx Ruby Cab Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classic and elegant ring composed of an oval engraved Jade cabochon measuring 19x28mm surmounted by
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2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Onyx, Jade, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold

Art Deco Style 0.35 Carat White Diamond Onyx Jade Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Brilliant Cut Diamonds. This Ring has Jade. This Ring has Onyx. Size ITA: 20 USA: 9 1/4 We're a workshop
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Yellow Gold Jade Onyx Diamond Cluster Cocktail Dome Ring - 14k Oval Cab .10ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Jade Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Cut: Oval Cabochon Color
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21st Century and Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

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

Natural Burmese Jadeite Jade, Gem-Set, Onyx & Diamond Ring, 18K Gold, Austy Lee
By Austy Lee
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The Yubi of Sky Circuit Ring from 'The Jade Dynasty Collection' by Austy Lee. Austy was inspired to
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tsavorite, Blue Sapphire, Onyx, Jade, Diamond, Rhodium, White Gold, 18k ...

David Webb Signed Type A Fei Chui Jadeite Jade and Onyx Platinum & 18K Ring
By David Webb
Located in Miami, FL
David Webb Signed Untreated Jade, Diamond, And Onyx Bezel Ring In Platinum And 18K Yellow Gold
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Late 20th Century North American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, Jade, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Ruby Diamond Black Jade Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
diamonds, set in 18kt white gold, Ring Size 5 3/4 US
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Onyx, Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco White Diamond Jade Cabochon Cut Turquoise Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Brilliant Cut Diamonds. This Ring has a 6.50 Carats Natural Cabochon Cut Turquoise. This Ring has also
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Natural Ruby Cab Black Onyx Ring Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
brilliant cut Diamond in a Black Onyx ring and set in a 14k white gold bezel...The shank is also in 14k
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2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style Sardinia Red Coral White Diamond Jade Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Brilliant Cut Diamonds. This Ring has Jade and Mediterranean (Sardinia, Italy) Red Coral. This Ring is
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Jade, White Diamond, Diamond, Coral, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Jesse Monongya Coral Onyx and Turquoise Inlay Ring, Circa 1977
By Jesse Monongya
Located in New York, NY
A coral, onyx, turquoise and sterling silver ring by Jesse Monongya, 1977. Signed J Monongye 77
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Vintage 1970s American Native American Fashion Rings

Materials

Coral, Onyx, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Black Onyx Engraved Rectangular Shape Green Onyx Pyramid 14k Yellow Gold Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique ring with a big Black Onyx Engraved Rectangular Shape L ,measuring 23 mm. x 26 mm x 10mm
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2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18 Karat Gold, Black Onyx, Jade and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
piece of vibrant green Jade. A total of 26 white diamonds highlight the deep colours. The ring has a
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Vintage 1970s British Retro Bangles

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style 14 Kt Gold Diamonds Emeralds Black Onyx Pyramid Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique and classic handmade Art Deco Style cocktail ring with a Black Onyx Pyramid measuring 16x16
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2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold

Art Deco Style Engraved Bone Black Onyx Ruby Cab Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon in a Black Onyx ring and set in a 14k yellow gold bezel...The shank is also in 14k White Gold
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2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

Black Onyx Art Deco Pyramid Style 14 Kt Gold Diamonds Emeralds Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique and classic handmade Art Deco Style cocktail ring with a Black Onyx Pyramid measuring 16x16
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2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold

Art Deco Style Carved Black Onyx 14k Gold Ruby Cab Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classic and elegant ring composed of an engraved Black Onyx Classic surmounted by an Oval Ruby
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2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Art Deco Style Engraved Quartz Black Onyx Ruby Cab Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classic and elegant ring composed of an oval engraved Jade cabochon measuring 19x28mm surmounted by
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2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Art Deco Style Natural Green Onyx Cab Gold Diamonds Black Enamel Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
21 Carat Natural Green Onyx oval cab ( 16,7 mm. x 14 mm.) ,12 round full cut diamonds of 0,05 ct
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1990s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, Diamond, Enamel, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Art Deco Style Black Onyx Carved Ball Ruby 14k White Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classic and elegant 14 K White Gold ring composed of an engraved Natural Black Onyx Ball measuring
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2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamonds, Onyx, Jade, Coral, Platinum Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, onyx rings linked by structures studded with diamonds and, as pendant, a jade. These earrings were
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Dangle Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Platinum

Coral, Onyx, Jade, Diamonds, Platinum Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
necklace, structures in platinum with a jade and diamonds linked to onyx rings. Below, five strands of
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Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Platinum

Black Jade Pendant with Onyx and Diamonds Art Deco Style
Located in Southbury, CT
white diamonds, a 12mm ring of glossy black onyx, and then a second larger "D" shaped diamond encrusted
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Black Jade

Vintage 18 Karat Gold, Onyx, Diamond and Jade Bracelet
Located in London, GB
, and one smooth cut piece of forest green Jade. A total of 20 white diamonds highlight the deep colours
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Vintage 1970s British Retro Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pink Opal Engraved Rectangular Shape Green Onyx Pyramid 14k Solid Gold Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Jades, Turquoise , Coral, Lapis Lazuli and other color gemstones set in white Gold, Diamonds and Enamels
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2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lapis Lazuli Engraved Rectangular Shape Green Onyx Pyramid 14k Yellow Gold Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Jades, Turquoise , Coral, Lapis Lazuli and other color gemstones set in white Gold, Diamonds and Enamels
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2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

80 Carat "Mattress" Black Onyx Cushion Rubies Emeralds Sapphires 14K Gold Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Extremely Stylish and Unique Ring composed by a Natural Black Onyx Cushion Shape measuring 27 x 34
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2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Ruby, Onyx, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Black Onyx Engraved Rectangular Shape Natural Quartz Pyramid 14k Solid Gold Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique ring with a big Engraved Rectangular Shape Black Onyx,measuring 23 mm. x 26 mm x 8mm. and
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2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rock Crystal Engraved Rectangular Shape Black Onyx Pyramid 14k Yellow Gold Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Jades, Turquoise , Coral, Lapis Lazuli and other color gemstones set in white Gold, Diamonds and Enamels
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2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, Rock Crystal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Peruvian Pink Opal Flower Oval Green Onyx Cabochon Solid 14K Gold Fashion Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Carved Peruvian Pink Opal Flower measuring 30x38 mm. with in the center an Oval Green Onyx cabochon
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2010s Thai Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, Opal, Yellow Gold

Banded Black Onyx Turban Fashion Ring Ruby Cabochon 14 Karat Solid Yellow Gold
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
gemstones of that period (1920-1930 circa) : genuine Jades, Turquoise , Lapis Lazuli and other color
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2010s Thai Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Onyx, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

3 Round Carved Black Onyx Beads Ruby Round Cabs 14K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique and Classic Cocktail Ring composed of 3 engraved Black Onyx spheres of 12 mm. in diameter
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Early 2000s Thai Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Original Art Deco Natural Aquamarine and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Original Art Deco Natural Aquamarine and Diamond Cluster Ring mounted in Platinum. A refreshingly
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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Black Onyx, Jade, and Diamond Necklace Enhancer in 18k White Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
intricately diamond-set 18k white gold motifs and rings carved of onyx and green jade. The custom-made bail is
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

codebyEdge Customizable Diamond Platinum Stacking Ring - Letter L in Morse Code
By codebyEdge
Located in London, GB
gift or a personal treasure, this bespoke diamond ring transforms jewellery into cherished love stories
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2010s British Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Carnelian, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond,...

codebyEdge Customizable Diamond Platinum Stacking Ring - Letter V in Morse Code
By codebyEdge
Located in London, GB
as a gift or a personal treasure, this bespoke diamond ring transforms jewellery into cherished love
Category

2010s British Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, E...

codebyEdge Amanti Customizable Diamond Plat Stacking Ring Letter W in Morse Code
By codebyEdge
Located in London, GB
treasure, this bespoke diamond ring transforms jewellery into cherished love stories. Elevate your
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2010s British Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Turquoise, Onyx, Peridot, Quartz, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sa...

Diamond Turquoise Light Blue Enamel Eternity Band Unique Stretch 18K Gold Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
the colours of gemstones – lapis lazuli blue, coral red, turquoise blue, jade green, black onyx and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold

Diamond Navy Blue Enamel Flexible Italian Eternity Band Unique White Gold Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
the colours of gemstones – lapis lazuli blue, coral red, turquoise blue, jade green, black onyx and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Black Diamond Green Enamel Eternity Band 18 Karat White Gold Unique Italian Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
by the colours of gemstones – lapis lazuli blue, coral red, turquoise blue, jade green, black onyx
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, White Gold, Enamel

Diamond White Beige Cream Ivory Enamel Eternity Band Unique 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Oakton, VA
by the colours of gemstones – lapis lazuli blue, coral red, turquoise blue, jade green, black onyx
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Diamond Red Coral Enamel Flexible Eternity Band 18 Karat Yellow Gold Unique Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
green, black onyx and white coral – sparkle with a dash white diamonds. *The rings can stretch up to two
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2010s American Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Coral, Enamel, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Ornate Jadeite Onyx Diamond Necklace
Located in Cincinnati, OH
27mm x 37mm. 8 round diamonds, approximately .04 carat each, set in ornate design around center Jadeite
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Onyx, 14k Gold

Art Deco Diamond, Jadeite, Onyx and Rock Quartz Crystal Convertible Earrings
Located in Narberth, PA
crystal ring. The polished onyx loops graduate slightly from top to bottom, and exhibit a wonderful, rich
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Rock Crystal, Platinum

Pink Opal and Black Onyx Round Beads Rubies Black Diamonds Gold Stud Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique and elegant Art Deco Style earrings composed of a flat ring in solid 14 Kt yellow gold with
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2010s Thai Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Black Diamond, Onyx, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

“Two-Free” Contemporary Wall Lamp, Rock Crystal, Onyx Stone, Cast Melted Brass
By Sabrina Landini
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
-free, the fiery expression of love, unite and free shapes, set in a pair of rings, like diamonds, to
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Onyx, Rock Crystal, Brass

Satinated Carved Quartz Cabs 14K gold Ruby Black Onyx Stud Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
round Black Onyx ring and round Ruby cabs set in yellow gold. In 1978 our workshop started in Italy to
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2010s Thai Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Onyx, Quartz, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

“Two-Free” Contemporary Wall Lamp, rose Art Silvered Glass , Cast Melted Brass
By Sabrina Landini
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
-free, the fiery expression of love, unite and free shapes, set in a pair of rings, like diamonds, to
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Onyx, Brass

“Two-Free” Contemporary Wall Lamp, Art Silvered Glass Satin, Cast Melted Brass
By Sabrina Landini
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
-free, the fiery expression of love, unite and free shapes, set in a pair of rings, like diamonds, to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Onyx, Brass

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Jade Onyx And Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact jade onyx and diamond ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and silver — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 16 vintage editions and 20 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a jade onyx and diamond ring from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. A jade onyx and diamond ring from Tutti Frutti Jewellery, Galt & Bro. Jewelers and Austy Lee — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Take a look at a jade onyx and diamond ring featuring diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for a mixed cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and brilliant cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a jade onyx and diamond ring, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Jade Onyx And Diamond Ring?

On average, a jade onyx and diamond ring at 1stDibs sells for $3,450, while they’re typically $600 on the low end and $88,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.