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Does an engagement ring have to be a diamond?

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Does an engagement ring have to be a diamond?
No, an engagement ring does not have to be a diamond. Although diamonds are popular, rings featuring other gemstones like sapphires, rubies and emeralds can serve as engagement rings, and it's even possible to choose a ring made entirely out of precious metals with no gemstone accents of any kind. There really are no rules when it comes to engagement rings, so feel free to select any ring that appeals to you. Find a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary engagement rings on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
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GIA Certified 5 Carat Edwardian Era Old Cut Diamonds Handmade Engagement Ring
Located in Rome, IT
4.99 ct total weight Bypass Old European Cut Diamonds Handmade Engagement Ring 18K Rose Gold & Platinum. The first stone is a 2.48 ct Natural Old European Cut diamond, J in color, VS...
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

*Special* GCI 14K 2.80 ct Amethyst&0.52 Ct Pink Diamond Antique Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*GCI 14K 2.80 ct Amethyst&0.52 Ct Pink Diamond Antique Engagement Ring* The natural intense pinkish violet Amethyst, weighing 2.80 ct, is the center stone surrounded by natural pink ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Certified Vintage 2.45ct Old Mine & European Cut Diamond 18ct Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
Our exquisite vintage diamond ring showcases a captivating 1.25ct Old Mine cut diamond at its center. This near-colorless diamond, graded 'I' for color and 'VS2' for clarity, is enci...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

1.30ctw Round Diamond Engagement Ring 14k White Gold GIA Shane Co Size 7
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Diamond (center) - Carats - 1ct Cut - Round Brilliant Color - I Clarity - SI2 GIA - 1226452520 - Natural Diamonds (accents) - Total Carats - 0.30ctw...
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring - 14k Round Brilliant 1.12ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $40 or Down 1 1/2 sizes for $30 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .73ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color: H C...
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat White Gold Oval Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 14K white gold Diamond: 1 oval cut = 3.00ct Color: K Clarity: SI1 GIA: 7213837490 Dimensions: ring top measures 11mm Size: 4.5 complimentary sizing ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

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