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Gemstones & Gold Rings

Gemstones and gold have been a natural combination for rings, already popular with ancient civilizations since the beginning of time. At first, both gold and silver were popular metals used to craft rings. Gemstones were usually polished like a cabochon and then set in the ring, but in the 14th century, more advanced cutting techniques were developed and the gemstones could actually be cut into facets.

The diamond is still the supreme gemstone. Together with ruby, emerald and sapphire, it's referred to as a precious gemstone, with all other stones are called semi-precious gemstones. The value of the gemstone is based on its rarity, as well as the Four C’s: Cut, Color, Clarity and Carat weight. The higher a gemstone scores on these Four C’s, the more valuable it is.


Quick Facts

  • Not all gemstones have the same hardness. When buying a ring with a gemstone that you are not familiar with, check the hardness of the stone to see if it suits your lifestyle
  • More common stones like amethyst can have colors that rival more expensive gemstones and can be a great less pricey alternative
  • Gold used for rings with gemstones is usually 14K or 18K, although 9K rings (often originating from the U.K.) and 10K rings (used in the U.S.) are also common and serve as a less expensive alternative

Recommended Items at Auction

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17.62ct Tanzanite and Diamond Ring
Feb 09, 8:00 PM AEDT
17.62ct Tanzanite and Diamond Ring
by Ozbid Auctions
Est: AUD5,500- AUD6,500
AUD4,50031 Bids
6.35ct Opal and Diamond Ring
Feb 09, 8:00 PM AEDT
6.35ct Opal and Diamond Ring
by Ozbid Auctions
Est: AUD5,500- AUD6,500
AUD4,50026 Bids
4.18ct Opal and Diamond Ring
Feb 09, 8:00 PM AEDT
4.18ct Opal and Diamond Ring
by Ozbid Auctions
Est: AUD4,500- AUD5,500
AUD3,50024 Bids
9.26ct Spinel and Diamond Ring.
Feb 09, 8:00 PM AEDT
9.26ct Spinel and Diamond Ring.
by Ozbid Auctions
Est: AUD3,500- AUD4,500
AUD2,80023 Bids
1.48ct Aquamarine and Diamond Ring
Feb 09, 8:00 PM AEDT
1.48ct Aquamarine and Diamond Ring
by Ozbid Auctions
Est: AUD2,500- AUD3,500
AUD1,40022 Bids
12.19ct Aquamarine & Diamond Ring.
Feb 09, 8:00 PM AEDT
12.19ct Aquamarine & Diamond Ring.
by Ozbid Auctions
Est: AUD2,500- AUD3,500
AUD1,70022 Bids
14CT Rose Gold Tanzanite and Diamond Ring.
Feb 09, 8:00 PM AEDT
14CT Rose Gold Tanzanite and Diamond Ring.
by Ozbid Auctions
Est: AUD2,500- AUD3,500
AUD1,80021 Bids
9.70ct Beryl, Sapphire and Diamond Ring.
Feb 09, 8:00 PM AEDT
9.70ct Beryl, Sapphire and Diamond Ring.
by Ozbid Auctions
Est: AUD2,500- AUD3,500
AUD1,70021 Bids
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NEDA BEHNAM 18K WHITE GOLD AMETHYST, CITRINE, & SAPPHIRE PANTHER RING
Feb 09, 9:00 AM MST
NEDA BEHNAM 18K WHITE GOLD AMETHYST, CITRINE, & SAPPHIRE PANTHER RING
by Bradford's
Est: $0- $0
$1,05021 Bids
2.03ct Opal and Diamond Ring.
Feb 09, 8:00 PM AEDT
2.03ct Opal and Diamond Ring.
by Ozbid Auctions
Est: AUD2,500- AUD3,500
AUD1,60020 Bids
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14K YELLOW GOLD 4.5CT TOURMALINE & PEARL HEART RING
Feb 09, 9:00 AM MST
14K YELLOW GOLD 4.5CT TOURMALINE & PEARL HEART RING
by Bradford's
Est: $0- $0
$24020 Bids
16.18ct Turquoise and Diamond Ring.
Feb 09, 8:00 PM AEDT
16.18ct Turquoise and Diamond Ring.
by Ozbid Auctions
Est: AUD2,500- AUD3,000
AUD2,00020 Bids
8.87ct Opal and Diamond Ring
Feb 09, 8:00 PM AEDT
8.87ct Opal and Diamond Ring
by Ozbid Auctions
Est: AUD1,800- AUD2,500
AUD1,00019 Bids
14CT White Gold Aquamarine Ruby and Diamond Ring.
Feb 09, 8:00 PM AEDT
14CT White Gold Aquamarine Ruby and Diamond Ring.
by Ozbid Auctions
Est: AUD2,500- AUD3,500
AUD1,50019 Bids
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NEDA BEHNAM 18K YELLOW GOLD TSAVORITE, DIAMOND & SAPPHIRE CROCODILE BYPASS RING
Feb 09, 9:00 AM MST
NEDA BEHNAM 18K YELLOW GOLD TSAVORITE, DIAMOND & SAPPHIRE CROCODILE BYPASS RING
by Bradford's
Est: $0- $0
$1,10018 Bids
2.92ct Aquamarine and Diamond Ring. 
Feb 09, 8:00 PM AEDT
2.92ct Aquamarine and Diamond Ring. 
by Ozbid Auctions
Est: AUD2,500- AUD3,500
AUD1,60017 Bids
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10K YELLOW GOLD 1.65CTTW PINK TOURMALINE & DIAMOND HALO RING
Feb 09, 9:00 AM MST
10K YELLOW GOLD 1.65CTTW PINK TOURMALINE & DIAMOND HALO RING
by Bradford's
Est: $0- $0
$52017 Bids
3.71ct Onyx and Diamond Ring.
Feb 09, 8:00 PM AEDT
3.71ct Onyx and Diamond Ring.
by Ozbid Auctions
Est: AUD2,000- AUD3,000
AUD1,00016 Bids
9.10ct Peridot and Diamond Ring.
Feb 09, 8:00 PM AEDT
9.10ct Peridot and Diamond Ring.
by Ozbid Auctions
Est: AUD2,000- AUD3,000
AUD95016 Bids
1.77ct Aquamarine and Diamond Ring
Feb 09, 8:00 PM AEDT
1.77ct Aquamarine and Diamond Ring
by Ozbid Auctions
Est: AUD2,000- AUD3,000
AUD90016 Bids
9.90ct Tanzanite and Diamond Ring.
Feb 09, 8:00 PM AEDT
9.90ct Tanzanite and Diamond Ring.
by Ozbid Auctions
Est: AUD3,500- AUD4,500
AUD2,70016 Bids
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14K YELLOW GOLD OPAL & TANZANITE HALO RING
Feb 09, 9:00 AM MST
14K YELLOW GOLD OPAL & TANZANITE HALO RING
by Bradford's
Est: $0- $0
$24015 Bids
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OSCAR FRIEDMAN 14K YELLOW GOLD 4.67CTTW TOURMALINE, SAPPHIRE & DIAMOND RING
Feb 09, 9:00 AM MST
OSCAR FRIEDMAN 14K YELLOW GOLD 4.67CTTW TOURMALINE, SAPPHIRE & DIAMOND RING
by Bradford's
Est: $0- $0
$94015 Bids
4.10ct Aquamarine, Ruby & Diamond Ring.
Feb 09, 8:00 PM AEDT
4.10ct Aquamarine, Ruby & Diamond Ring.
by Ozbid Auctions
Est: AUD1,500- AUD1,900
AUD1,10014 Bids

Sellers Who Sell Gemstones & Gold Rings


Simrit Collection

Simrit Collection

Jewellery Auctions Unlimited

Jewellery Auctions Unlimited

Bradford's

Bradford's

Henry's Auktionshaus

Henry's Auktionshaus