Looking for a vintage wedding band

[Pennyc]

Hi everyone

I would like to update my wedding band which is just a plain yellow gold comfort fit band.

My E-ring is a pear shaped diamond on a knife edge band.

I would love to add a new wedding band preferably with a bit of sparkle (budget won't stretch to many diamonds may have to settle for chips)

My budget is probably only around the $300USD mark which I know is low.

Am I best to scour Ebay for a bargain? Are there any other places I can hunt online? I am also looking at Ruby Lane. I am in Australia.

Any advice on hunting for vintage pieces would be great.

Also would a vintage band be ok with a modern setting?

My ring is similar to this

 

[YadaYadaYada]

Okay first of all beautiful pear!

What are you aiming for with a band? Do you like floral or do you prefer a sleeker look to go with your knife edge e-ring. I think you can get diamonds if you are looking at pre-loved vintage, they won't be huge but it would certainly add a little extra sparkle.

What is your ring size and did you want to stay with all white metal?

Right off the top, Gilded Times comes to mind, he usually has new old stock:

View Vintage wedding band by GildedTimes on Etsy

Shop Fine vintage jewelry by GildedTimes located in Boston, Massachusetts. Speedy replies! Has a history of replying to messages quickly. Rave reviews! Average review rating is 4.8 or higher

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[YadaYadaYada]

You could browse here just to get an idea of different styles:

debblazer - Etsy

Shop Simple done well is EXTRAORDINARY by debblazer located in Palm Coast, Florida. Smooth shipping! Has a history of shipping on time with tracking. Speedy replies! Has a history of replying to messages quickly. Rave reviews! Average review rating is 4.8 or higher

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[Pennyc]

Thanks guys I will be looking at both of those links now while I am supposed to be studying


My ring size is O or P

I am flexible on the metal. As the knife edge band is yellow gold I can go with mixed metal which I don't mind the look of.

I am a bit all over the shop I love the floral type bands but not sure it would work with my knife edge.

These were a few I saved that I liked

Really appreciate the links. We don't have a lot here in Australia to choose from.

 

[Pennyc]

I did see this one which I liked the sides of but not much in the way of diamonds. It was quite cheap as well about $200 AUD. It probably wouldn't sparkle much not many diamonds.





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[YadaYadaYada]

Oh pretty bands! One thing to keep in mind is the height so that last one (in your original post with the prong set diamonds) may be too high.

This is another shop with a good variety, some knife edge, some floral and some with diamonds. An etoile (scattered diamond) band would also look nice if you like that look but to get good quality diamonds it may be out of budget:

DeAguiarDesigns - Etsy

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[Pennyc]

@StephanieLynn thanks I was worried about the height. I will take a look at the shop above as well

 

[Matthews1127]

Ivy & Rose: Chicago Jeweler for Engagement Rings, Unique Fine Jewelry

Find engagement rings in every style, GIA certified diamonds, and unique vintage and modern fine jewelry. Browse our collection online or in our Chicago showroom.

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[foxinsox]

Some more options - i didn't look at size but none of them are eternities so should be able to be resized. Also I've bought happily from Wilson Brothers and Gilded Times.

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Diamond Wedding Band / 18k White Gold / Women's / 1.6 MM - Etsy

Complement her engagement ring with this classic 18k white gold, diamond wedding band. The bottom of this band is 1.6 MM, while the top is 1.9 MM. There is a total of 0.25 carats of sparkling bright white pave set diamonds that go halfway around the band. Lovely alone or as a stackable, this ring

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Heart Design Diamond Half Hoop Wedding Band Vintage 18ct - Etsy

Scalloped edge half hoop diamond wedding ring. This band is designed as eight interlocking love hearts, each set with a small diamond. The diamonds are approx 60% of the way around the ring so they are all the way across the top of the finger. The top of this ring is white gold with the band in

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Vintage 14k/18k Gold Two Tone Diamond Band Anniversary Style - Etsy

Some specifics: Era - Mid-Century, circa 1960. Maker - Jabel. Material - Two tone, 14k and 18k yellow and white gold. Stones - (9) single cut diamonds weighing ~.07 carat total weight. Finger size - Currently a finger size 4 7/8, this ring includes a complimentary sizing up to a size 7. For another

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Vintage 14K White Gold .33 Ctw Diamond Band Ring Stack Thin - Etsy

N6345 Vintage 14K White Gold .33 ctw Diamond Band Ring Stack Wedding Luxury 6 1/3 CTW BRILLIANT ROUND DIAMONDS SET IN SOLID 14K GOLD. AMAZING RING WONDERFUL HIGHEST QUALITY. JUST PART OF MY MOST RECENT ESTATE FINDS! FOLLOW ME TO SEE THEM ALL! Metal: 14K White Gold Metal Purity: 14k Material:

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Single Cut .12ctw Diamond Wedding Band 14k White Gold Twist - Etsy

This ring is a size 7 - 7 1/4. Please contact us for a quote on re-sizing this ring. Once a ring is re-sized, we guarantee the work but we are unable to offer a refund on the sizing. Please contact for additional sizing options. Metal Content: Guaranteed 14k Gold as stamped Stone Information:

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Vintage 14K White Gold .33 Ctw Diamond Band Ring Stack Thin - Etsy

N6345 Vintage 14K White Gold .33 ctw Diamond Band Ring Stack Wedding Luxury 6 1/3 CTW BRILLIANT ROUND DIAMONDS SET IN SOLID 14K GOLD. AMAZING RING WONDERFUL HIGHEST QUALITY. JUST PART OF MY MOST RECENT ESTATE FINDS! FOLLOW ME TO SEE THEM ALL! Metal: 14K White Gold Metal Purity: 14k Material:

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Vintage Thin Diamond 14k Solid White Gold Wedding Band Size - Etsy

This band is very detailed accent diamonds inset in carved goldwork. The front of the band is 3 mm wide measuring down to 1.3 mm in the back of the band. Ornate! Other details: Total Diamond Carat Weight - .10 ct. Diamond Clarity - VS2 Diamond Color - G Diamond Cut- round Gold Purity - 14K

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[Pennyc]

Thank you so much @StephanieLynn for all those links. I really like the first and last ones and have saved them to my etsy list.

@Matthews1127 thanks I love ivy and rose but struggling to find anything in my price range sadly.

 

[YadaYadaYada]

Your welcome! Just double check the shipping because some Etsy sellers will only ship internationally certain places.

If you find some you like, come back and share, we love to see all the rings

 

[foxinsox]

eBay https://www.ebay.com/itm/173974435998
just outside your budget but looks sparkly

https://www.ebay.com/itm/323754039117

 

[Pennyc]

Thanks so much guys wow I have such a long list on Etsy now it is scary

@foxinsox thanks for those I have saved them both. Never know if I make an offer might be able to get something done. So dangerous now Ebay has after pay

 

[foxinsox]

Thanks so much guys wow I have such a long list on Etsy now it is scary

@foxinsox thanks for those I have saved them both. Never know if I make an offer might be able to get something done. So dangerous now Ebay has after pay

OH NO! I didn't know that haha

 

[Pennyc]

Ok so looking at all of the ones people have kindly sent (plus some more) these are the ones I keep coming back to

This one due to its classic Art Deco Style

Vintage Art Deco Style 5 Diamond 14k Gold Signed Band Ring - Etsy Australia

This is a very beautiful, vintage and unique ART DECO STYLE 5 DIAMOND 14K GOLD band ring size 7 1/2 (weight 1.9 g). The band has marvelous Art Deco style 5 diamonds (1 mm) with 14K gold. The bottom has 14k MORDEN. The ring has a very elegant feel to it and is in very good condition. 0.7 A028083

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Can't even say why I keep opening this one?

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I like the fact that with this one all you see is diamonds maybe it would be sparkly?

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I like this but I would need to resize it and with the exchange rate it is over budget so should probably remove it

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This one isn't vintage but it is pretty. Would it work as a wedding band though

DIAMOND 10K YELLOW GOLD BEZEL FULL OCEAN WAVE SWIRL ETERNITY RING .50 CARAT 8 | eBay

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Can anyone talk me into or out of any of them?

 

[YadaYadaYada]

I'm going to be honest and say that the diamonds in some of those bands look like they won't have the sparkle you're looking for particularly the EBay ring, the clarity is I2-I3 which is heavily included.

I'll take a look today and see what I can find for you.

 

[YadaYadaYada]

I'm just throwing this out there as another option you might not have considered:

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[YadaYadaYada]

This one is really pretty and looks to be in very good condition, the seller does not take returns so not sure how you feel about that:

VINTAGE DIAMOND BAND, 14 KARAT GOLD, Flower motif | eBay

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[Slickk]

Of your choices, and in your budget, this one I love..

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[YadaYadaYada]

Not sure if you saw this one from Ivy And Rose:

VINTAGE G-H VS DIAMOND WEDDING RING 14K WHITE GOLD STACKING BAND ESTATE NATURAL | eBay

Graded G-H for color, the diamonds are beautifully white. Graded VS for clarity, they are exceptionally clean. Even under 10x magnification, there are no visible inclusions. The setting is made of solid 14k white gold.

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[YadaYadaYada]

And I like that one that @Slick1 posted too, nice bright diamonds.

 

[OdetteOdile]

Of your choices, and in your budget, this one I love..

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I agree

 

[Matthews1127]

Not sure if you saw this one from Ivy And Rose:

VINTAGE G-H VS DIAMOND WEDDING RING 14K WHITE GOLD STACKING BAND ESTATE NATURAL | eBay

Graded G-H for color, the diamonds are beautifully white. Graded VS for clarity, they are exceptionally clean. Even under 10x magnification, there are no visible inclusions. The setting is made of solid 14k white gold.

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I saw this, and others, well under $300.

 

[Pennyc]

I really value everyones honesty thank you. I also sincerely appreciate the recommendations as well

Sadly the one @Slick1 posted is gone.

I do like this one very much.

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I will take another look at ivy and rose. I think I may have accidentally set it on AUD when I meant 300 USD. Thanks for pointing that out @Matthews1127

 

[YadaYadaYada]

So funny thing, I just realized I had that same curved band but a little bit bigger and it is a branded piece, Paul Winston Jewelers which is the PWJ on the inside of the band.

Here is the thread of you want to check it out. The diamonds were really good quality, I did end up selling it but it was beautiful.

Who wants to see my haul from today?

I found this deco bracelet at Goodwill. It is sterling with gold colored glass stones. The clasp is broken, so I will fix that soon. It looks alot like a white gold one that slipped through my fingers a few years ago. I wasn't gonna pass this one up! Also, I found this awesome jewelry box at a...

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[Pennyc]

@StephanieLynn that is a coincidence. I have never had a curved band but I am quite drawn to that one.

@Matthews1127 I should not have gone down the Ivy and Rose rabbit hole I have seen a couple I like very much pushing the budget though they need resizing.

 

[Pennyc]

Ok so I have a selection here and I would love you opinions. I don't suppose Ivy and Rose ever have sales do they

This one has very good quality diamonds and has the vintage feel I like. It is pushing my budget especially as it needs resizing

https://www.ebay.com/itm/E-F-VVS1-V...-RING-ROUND-/402152722836?hash=item5da22b9194

Again this one has the vintage feel I like but much less TCW.

1938 ANTIQUE E-F VS DIAMOND WEDDING BAND 14K YELLOW GOLD RING VINTAGE STACKING | eBay

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This one doesn't have that vintage feel. However is good value for the TCW

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This one is a good price but I am not sure the diamond quality is great

Diamond Wedding Anniversary Band Stacking Stackable Ring 14k - Etsy Australia

Includes sizing down to a 5.5 5 Diamonds measuring 3mm each (.55ctw) I/I2. Ring weighs 3.5g and measures 4mm at its widest point. It is stamped 14k yellow gold and also stamped.

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Thoughts very welcome

 

[OdetteOdile]

You have some winners here!! The only one I am less fond of is the last one.

 

[YadaYadaYada]

I would rule out the last one from Etsy because of the I2 clarity grade.

Apart from that one the rest look great, which one do you like the most? If you can say "if this one sold I would have wished I bought it" then that is probably the one.

 

[Pennyc]

Thank you I will rule out the last one and try and make a decision

Thanks for all the help