Natural Oval Ruby & Diamond Stacking Gemstone Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
All our jewelry pieces are certified by a third-party laboratory such as IGI, HRD, IDGL, GIN, or SGL. Adorn yourself in the timeless brilliance of 14k solid gold and natural diamond...
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Natural 0.82cts Ruby & 0.33cts Diamond Ring in 14k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This stunning, designer-made ring is crafted from 14-carat white gold and features a RUBY ge...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Ring with ruby and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.43ct 14k gold 6.8 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold ring set with ruby and brilliant-cut diamond up to 0.43 ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size US 7 - EU 17.25 (54) Detailed description: The top of the ring is 1.5 cm wide ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Ruby Flower Cluster Ring, Late 20th Century Design
Located in Sewickley, PA
The ring features a petite yet vibrant flower-shaped cluster composed of rich red round rubies. The stones are arranged in a circular bloom, forming layered petals that create depth ...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold & Platinum 1880s Onyx Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Sewickley, PA
The ring features a rectangular, elongated top crafted in dark onyx creating a sleek, dramatic backdrop. Centered within the design is a round ruby, bezel set for a clean, refined lo...
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
14K Ruby 0.15ctw Diamond 0.05ctw Flower Cluster Ring
Located in Sewickley, PA
The ring is designed as a six-petal flower, each petal formed by a rich pinkish-red rubies set within rounded gold bezels. At the center sits a small round diamond, adding subtle spa...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.78 Carat Natural Fine Purple Red Ruby Diamond Ring 14 Karat G/Vs*
Located in New York, NY
Modern & Delicate 1.48Ct. Natural fine Ruby Clean clarity Transparent with purple - red tone Fully faceted 8 X 5.4mm 1.30ct. diamonds G-color, Vs-2 clarity. Full cut...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 4.06 Carat Oval Cut Red No Heat Ruby Diamonds Ballerina Ring 14kt*
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 1.50Ct Natural Ruby Ring Report: 5191792586 Oval cut Clean Clarity 8.28 X 6.49 X 2.87mm GIA: Purplish Red No Heat / Fully Natural 1.50ct. side round diamonds. ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.45ct. Ruby Diamonds ring 14kt Art Deco Style Ballerina Phase*
Located in New York, NY
Ruby Ballerina / Art Deco Style Cluster GIA Certified .95Ct Natural Ruby Ring Report: 5181115146 Round / Step Cut Transparent, Even Red 5.92 X 5.95 X 3.30mm Minor Heating. 1...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural 1.20cts Ruby & 0.38cts Diamond Ring in 14k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This stunning, designer-made ring is crafted from 14-carat white gold and features a RUBY ge...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
0.70ctw Tiered Ruby Diamond Pyramid Ring 14k Yellow Gold Size 6.25 Stackable
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Rubies - Total Carats - 0.65ctw Cut - Marquise Color - Red Treatment - Routinely Enhanced - Natural Diamonds - Total Carats - 0.05ctw Cut - Single C...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Burma Ruby 1.75ct Ballerina Cocktail Diamond ring 14kt*
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Ruby Diamonds Ballerina Cocktail Ring. 1.75ct. GIA Oval Bright Red Ruby Report: 5192200392 (VS) Clean Clarity & Transparent. 7.89 X 6.26 X 4.07mm GIA: Heat, Bu...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$3,375Sale Price|25% Off
14K Yellow Gold Ruby Cocktail Ring 2.50 Carat Natural Ruby Handmade Ring Mens
Located in Jaipur, IN
This striking cocktail ring from Jewellery From Jaipur features a dynamic, undulating wave design that captures the light from every angle. Expertly crafted in solid 14K yellow gold,...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Two Tone Gold Cocktail Ring with 0.2 Carat Ruby & Citrine Size 7
Located in New York, NY
Video: Video Link Detailed Description: Vintage 14K Two Tone Gold Citrine and Ruby Ring Size 7 DESCRIPTION: This vintage ring captures timeless elegance with its striking design and ...
Citrine, Ruby, 14k Gold
10 Carat cushion Brilliant Statement Ruby Red Gold Grand Palais Radiance
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 10 carats, round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. A collector-facing piece where proportion and light return are treated as non-negotiable. Colour family: Ruby ...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
12 Carat Cushion Statement Ruby Red 14K White Gold Collector’s Grade Grandeur
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 12 carats, cushion, statement ring, diamond ring. Designed to feel like a personal signature: refined, wearable, and unmistakably high-end. Colour family: Ruby Red. Met...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.68 Carat Cushion Statement Ruby Red Gold Graceful Brilliance Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 1.68 carats, cushion, statement ring, diamond ring. Built for clients who judge a ring in motion, not only in perfect studio light. Colour family: Ruby Red. Metal: 14K ...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Round Brilliant Statement Ruby and Diamond Ring Brilliance Modern Classic
Located in Mumbai, IN
Round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. A modern classic that balances presence with polish, engineered for long-term wear. Colour family: Ruby Red. It wears with authority wi...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Round Brilliant Statement Ruby Red 14K White Gold Graceful Brilliance Signature
Located in Mumbai, IN
Round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. Built for clients who judge a ring in motion, not only in perfect studio light. Colour family: Ruby Red. Chosen and composed for photog...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Round Brilliant Statement Ruby Red 14K Gold Graceful Brilliance Modern Classic
Located in Mumbai, IN
Round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. A connoisseur-led design where the face-up stays calm, crisp, and intentionally luxurious. Colour family: Ruby Red. The silhouette is d...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.5 Carat Princess Statement Ruby Red 14K Gold Elegant Sparkle Collector-Grade
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 1.5 carats, princess, statement ring, diamond ring. A serious diamond ring with disciplined selection—meant to read clean at normal viewing distance. Colour family: Rub...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
10 Carat Cushion Brilliant Statement Ruby Red Unparalleled Brilliance Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 10 carats, round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. A modern classic that balances presence with polish, engineered for long-term wear. Colour family: Ruby Red. M...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
2 Carat Round Brilliant Statement Ruby Red 14K Gold Modern Nobility Heirloom
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 2 carats, round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. A connoisseur-led design where the face-up stays calm, crisp, and intentionally luxurious. Colour family: Ruby ...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
3.81 Carat Oval Statement Ruby Red 14K White Gold Everyday Royalty Signature
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 3.81 carats, oval, statement ring, diamond ring. A collector-facing piece where proportion and light return are treated as non-negotiable. Colour family: Ruby Red. Chos...
Ruby, White Gold, 14k Gold
5.7 Carat Oval Statement Ruby Red 14K White Gold Heirloom-Worthy Glow Heirloom
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 5.7 carats, oval, statement ring, diamond ring. A serious diamond ring with disciplined selection—meant to read clean at normal viewing distance. Colour family: Ruby Re...
Ruby, White Gold, 14k Gold
2.46 Carat Oval Statement Ruby Red Quiet Power Modern Classic Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 2.46 carats, oval, statement ring, diamond ring. Designed to feel like a personal signature: refined, wearable, and unmistakably high-end. Colour family: Ruby Red. Clar...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Oval Brilliant Statement Ruby Red 14K White Gold Classic Charm Modern Classic
Located in Mumbai, IN
Round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. Built for clients who judge a ring in motion, not only in perfect studio light. Colour family: Ruby Red. Metal: 14K White Gold. It wear...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
5.02 Carat Cushion Statement Ruby Red 14K White Gold Signature Sophistication
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 5.02 carats, cushion, statement ring, diamond ring. Created for those who prefer quiet power—brilliance without chaos. Colour family: Ruby Red. Metal: 14K White Gold. C...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Solid Natural Ruby Vintage Style Band Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Striking look with this Natural Ruby Vintage Style Band Ring, designed to showcase rich color in a continuous flow. Featuring seven vibrant ruby stones arranged along the band, each ...
Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Oval Brilliant Statement Ruby Red Gold Elegant Sparkle Heirloom Diamond ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. Built for clients who judge a ring in motion, not only in perfect studio light. Colour family: Ruby Red. Metal: 14K White Gold. Chosen ...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Oval Brilliant Statement Ruby Red 14K White Gold Classic Charm High Jewellery
Located in Mumbai, IN
Round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. A modern classic that balances presence with polish, engineered for long-term wear. Colour family: Ruby Red. Metal: 14K White Gold. Eve...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
cushion Brilliant Statement Ruby Red 14K White Gold Pure Sophistication
Located in Mumbai, IN
Round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. Created for those who prefer quiet power—brilliance without chaos. Colour family: Ruby Red. The setting prioritises stability and comfo...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Cushion Brilliant Statement Ruby Red Gold Classic Charm Modern Classic ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. A connoisseur-led design where the face-up stays calm, crisp, and intentionally luxurious. Colour family: Ruby Red. It wears with autho...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
3 Carat Cushion Statement Ruby Red Gold Quiet Power Collector-Grade Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 3 carats, cushion, statement ring, diamond ring. A modern classic that balances presence with polish, engineered for long-term wear. Colour family: Ruby Red. Chosen and...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
10 Carat Cushion Brilliant Statement Ruby Red Collector’s Grade Grandeur
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 10 carats, round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. A collector-facing piece where proportion and light return are treated as non-negotiable. Colour family: Ruby ...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
2 Carat Round Brilliant Statement Ruby Red 14K White Gold Quiet Power
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 2 carats, round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. Built for clients who judge a ring in motion, not only in perfect studio light. Colour family: Ruby Red. Metal:...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Marquise Ruby with Diamond Halo and Sapphire Channel-Set Band
Located in New York, NY
Marquise Ruby with Diamond Halo and Sapphire Channel-Set Band Description: This 14kt white gold ring features a central marquise-cut ruby held in a secure four-prong setting. The ru...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Georgian Yellow Gold Engagement Ring. Diamond Pearl Ruby Ring Green Enamel 1810
Located in New York, NY
"Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Secondary Stones: Pearls & Rubies Accent Details: Green Enamel Border Cut: Rose Cut Jewelry Type: Ring Style: Cluster Ring, Floral Design, L...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$1,036Sale Price|20% Off
Princess Cut Ruby Diamond Ring Stacking Stack 14 Karat Gold Wedding Engagement
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning Princess Cut Ruby and Diamond Ring. The 15 vivid red Rubies are Princess Square Cut and channel set creating magical bands of red across the ring. The rubies are...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald-Cut Ruby and Multi-Row Diamond Band
Located in New York, NY
Emerald-Cut Ruby and Multi-Row Diamond Band Description: This striking wide-profile band is crafted in solid 14k white gold and centers on a vibrant 1.15-carat emerald-cut ruby. The...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Oval Ruby and Tiered Brilliant-Cut Diamond Starburst Ring
Located in New York, NY
Oval Ruby and Tiered Brilliant-Cut Diamond Starburst Ring Description: This striking cocktail ring is crafted in solid 14k white gold and features a vibrant oval-cut ruby as its cen...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Oval Ruby and Mixed-Cut Diamond Fan Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
Oval Ruby and Mixed-Cut Diamond Fan Cluster Ring Description: This architectural cocktail ring is crafted in 14k white gold and centers on a vibrant 2.29-carat oval-cut ruby with a ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Shield-Cut Ruby and Diamond Starburst Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Shield-Cut Ruby and Diamond Starburst Halo Ring Description: This unique cocktail ring is crafted in solid 14k yellow gold and centers on a striking shield-cut ruby. The ruby exhibi...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.35 Carat Round Brilliant Toi Et Moi Diamond Ring Ruby Red 14K White Gold
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 2.35 carats, round brilliant, toi et moi, diamond ring. Created for those who prefer quiet power—brilliance without chaos. Colour family: Ruby Red. The silhouette is di...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
4.34 Carat Cushion Statement Ruby Red 14K White Gold Effortless Elegance
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 4.34 carats, cushion, statement ring, diamond ring. A collector-facing piece where proportion and light return are treated as non-negotiable. Colour family: Ruby Red. T...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
3 Carat Cushion Statement Ruby Red 14K White Gold Modern Nobility High Jewellery
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 3 carats, cushion, statement ring, diamond ring. A collector-facing piece where proportion and light return are treated as non-negotiable. Colour family: Ruby Red. Chos...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$60,500 / item
4 Carat Brilliant Statement Sapphire 14K White Gold Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 4 carats, round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. Created for those who prefer quiet power—brilliance without chaos. Colour family: Royal Blue Sapphire. It wears...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
4 Carat Round Brilliant Statement Ruby Red A Classic Statement Diamond ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 4 carats, round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. Designed to feel like a personal signature: refined, wearable, and unmistakably high-end. Colour family: Ruby R...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
4.12 Carat Oval Statement Ruby Red 14K White Gold Quiet Power Signature
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 4.12 carats, oval, statement ring, diamond ring. Built for clients who judge a ring in motion, not only in perfect studio light. Colour family: Ruby Red. Every decision...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
3.21 Carat Oval Statement Ruby Red 14K Gold Modern Nobility Collector-Grade
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 3.21 carats, oval, statement ring, diamond ring. A serious diamond ring with disciplined selection—meant to read clean at normal viewing distance. Colour family: Ruby R...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
4.34 Carat Cushion Statement Ruby Red Gold Effortless Elegance Heirloom Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 4.34 carats, oval, statement ring, diamond ring. Built for clients who judge a ring in motion, not only in perfect studio light. Colour family: Ruby Red. It wears with ...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
3.5 Carat Oval Statement Ruby Red SI Modern Nobility High Jewellery Emerald Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 3.5 carats, oval, statement ring, diamond ring. A connoisseur-led design where the face-up stays calm, crisp, and intentionally luxurious. Colour family: Ruby Red. Clar...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
4 Carat Oval Brilliant Statement Ruby Ring 14K Gold Modern Nobility Signature
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 4 carats, round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. Built for clients who judge a ring in motion, not only in perfect studio light. Colour family: Ruby Red. Metal:...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
3 Carat Oval Statement Ruby Red 14K White Gold Modern Nobility Modern Classic
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 3 carats, oval, statement ring, diamond ring. Created for those who prefer quiet power—brilliance without chaos. Colour family: Ruby Red. Metal: 14K White Gold. The sil...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
3 Carat Heart Shape Statement Ruby Red 14K White Gold Modern Nobility Signature
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 3 carats, heart shape, statement ring, diamond ring. A modern classic that balances presence with polish, engineered for long-term wear. Colour family: Ruby Red. The si...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
5 Carat Cushion Brilliant Statement Ruby Red Refined Grandeur Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 5 carats, round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. Built for clients who judge a ring in motion, not only in perfect studio light. Colour family: Ruby Red. The si...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
3 Carat Oval Brilliant Statement Ruby Red Quiet Power High Jewellery Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 3 carats, round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. A serious diamond ring with disciplined selection—meant to read clean at normal viewing distance. Colour family...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
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.
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 rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
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 rings, vintage 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.
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