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1.00 Carat Round White Diamond 18 KT Yellow Gold Men's Bespoke Signet Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
1.00 Carat Round White Diamonds Men's Signet Style ring set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold. It has 16
Category

2010s British Modern Signet Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

14K White Gold and Diamond Men's Ring
Located in Denver, CO
setting in this handsome, bold men's ring crafted from 14K white gold.
Category

Late 20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Men's Diamond White Gold Ring
Located in Geneva, CH
Men's ring in 18kt white gold set with 110 diamonds 2.42 cts and 10 princess cut diamonds 1.66 cts
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Men's White Gold Diamond Ring
Located in Geneva, CH
Men's ring in 18kt white gold set with 110 diamonds 1.67 cts and 16 square diamonds 1.45 cts and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Black and White Diamonds Men's Ring
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted Men ring is mounted on 14K White gold and feature 16 round brilliant cut diamonds and
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.60 Carats Diamond Men's Platinum and Gold Wedding Band Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Men's Diamond Wedding Band Ring. The Ring is Platinum 950 & 18K Yellow Gold. The Round Cut Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Gold

Diamond Men's Ring 14k White Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
Modern designed men's ring features a straight row princess cut framed with round diamonds. The
Category

2010s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.63 Carat Men's Diamond Gold "Rolex" Style Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Men's "Rolex" Style Diamond Ring The ring is 14K White And Yellow Gold There is 1.63 Carats in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

EFFY Blue Diamond and White Diamond Mens Band Ring 14k White Gold
By Effy
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Designer: EFFY Metal: 14k White Gold Ring Weight: 8.4 grams Ring Size: 10
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.48 Carat Men's Diamond Satin Finish Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
The ring is 18K White Gold The Diamond is 0.48 Carats J VS The ring has satin finish on the sides
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Pave Diamond White Gold Men's Ring
Located in Surfside, FL
Mens pave diamond ring 14k white gold. Round brillliant cut diamonds total approx. weight: 3.00
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

White Gold

14K White Gold Men's Ring with Sapphire and Diamonds
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K men's ring furnished with 13 princess cut diamonds 0.84 carats total weight and one round
Category

2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White and Yellow Gold and Diamond Men's Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Art Deco 18 karat white and yellow gold men's ring with a central brilliant diamond of 0.5 carats
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Brushed 14K White Gold Men's Ring
Located in New York, NY
This classic retro men's ring is crafted in 14k textured white gold and set with old European-cut F
Category

Vintage 1940s American More Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Retro Diamond White & Yellow Gold Men's Ring
Located in New York, NY
This classic men's retro ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold with white gold accents and set with a
Category

Vintage 1970s American More Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby & Diamond 18K White Gold Men's Ring
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
. The ring is made of 18K white gold and features a bold ruby cabochon surrounded by a cluster of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

White gold skulls ring 14KT gold 7mm mens diamond ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Stunning skulls ring in 14KT white gold with black diamonds, size is 9, can be re-sized. 12 skulls
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Mens Diamond Wedding Band Ring 18K Yellow and White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: ​ Metal: 18k White and Yellow Gold Diamond Count: 42 brilliant cut Total
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

Mens Diamond Halo Ring in 14k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Men's diamond cluster center halo ring in 14k white gold. The center diamond is 0.05 carats and is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Men's Spinel and Diamond 14KYW Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
diamonds on the side. This ring is two tone with 14K yellow gold around the Spinel and 14K white gold band
Category

2010s Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Spinel, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Men's Moonstone and Diamond 14KW Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
This unique Men's ring has a vibrant Moonstone center with brilliant cut diamonds along both sides
Category

2010s Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

18K White Gold Diamond Cluster Retro Men's Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Setting Details: - Metal: 18K White Gold - Gold Tone: White - Ring Size: 7 U.S. (adjustable) - Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

14k Yellow and White Gold Men's Vintage Diamond Ring Size 10.5
Located in Guilford, CT
Condition:  Excellent Condition, Professionally Cleaned and Polished Metal:  14k Gold (Marked, and
Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cirari 14k White Gold Onyx and Diamonds Men's Ring Size 11
Located in Guilford, CT
Condition:  Excellent Condition, Professionally Cleaned and Polished Metal:  14k Gold (Marked, and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

14k White and Yellow Gold Striped Round Diamond Cluster Mens Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Natural round cut diamonds set in a 14k solid white gold ring setting. The ring shank is lined with
Category

2010s Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.25 CT Round White Diamond 18 KT Yellow Gold Solitaire Gents Signet Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
0.25 Round Brilliant White Diamond Men's Signet Style ring is set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold. Size UK
Category

2010s British Modern Signet Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Men's Oval White Jade and Diamond Ring - 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Men's Oval White Jade Diamond Ring - 14k Yellow Gold. This gorgeous white jade feature a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Statement Blue Sapphire and Diamond Men's Wedding Ring 18k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Statement Blue Sapphire and Diamond Men's Wedding Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural blue sapphire
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Men's 14K White Gold 2.0 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
ring is created with 14 karats white gold and buffed high to shine brilliantly. It captures the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Men's Tanzanite Cushion and Diamond 14KW Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
quality brilliant cut diamonds and is set in 14K white gold. It comes in a beautiful box ready for the
Category

2010s Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

18K White Gold Men's Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted 18K White Gold Men Band Ring accompanies by one round cut diamond 0.01 Carat on the
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Men's Tourmaline and Diamond Ring in 14KYW Gold
Located in New York, NY
diamonds on the side. The ring is set in 14K white gold. It comes in a beautiful box ready for the perfect
Category

2010s Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

0.85cttw Tanzanite & 0.50cttw Diamond Mens Ring 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This stunning men's ring is crafted in 14K white gold and features a center stone: round cut
Category

2010s Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold Men’s Vintage 3-Stone Diamond Ring
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This vintage men’s ring is crafted in solid 14 karat white gold and showcases a timeless three
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Rachel Koen Diamond Mens Ring 14K White Gold 0.50cttw
Located in New York, NY
This diamond men's ring is crafted in 14k white gold. The ring features 7 channel set round cut
Category

2010s American Modern More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Mens Natural Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Band Wedding
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Mens Natural Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Band Wedding This gorgeous ring for a gentleman is finely
Category

20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

.90 Carat Round Diamond White Gold Men's Band Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
.90 carat round diamond white gold men's band ring is a masterpiece of understated elegance and
Category

Late 20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

French Men’s 4.40 Carat Diamond Ring 18k White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
French Designer Men’s 4.40 Carat Diamond Ring 18k White Gold. High end quality designer marked 750
Category

Vintage 1980s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

10 Carat Sapphire Diamond 14K White Gold Mens Ring
Located in Westport, CT
An original 14K white gold sapphire and diamond ring. Mounted with one magnificent oval-circular
Category

Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Men's Onyx Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Geneva, CH
Men's ring in 18kt white gold set with one onyx 2.75 cts and 52 diamonds 0.43 cts Size 55          
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

14k White Gold Ethiopian Opal Men's Ring with Diamonds
By Avanti
Located in Carrollton, TX
This stunning Ethiopian opal men's ring is a must have for any collection. The round opal glows
Category

2010s American Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold

.42 Carat Diamond Yellow White Gold Mens Band Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Men's two row diamond band ring. 14 round diamonds set in a 14k yellow and white gold setting
Category

Late 20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Gold, Yellow Diamond, & White Diamond Men's Rectangular Signet Style Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage signet style ring. In 14k white gold. Prong set with white and yellow diamonds
Category

20th Century Modern Signet Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Rolex Style Presidential Diamond Mens Ring 14k White Gold
Located in Sugar Land, TX
Clarity: SI1/SI2 Stone Cut: Round Band Material: 14k White Gold Dimensions: 19mm x 20mm Weight: 18 - 20
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

14k White Gold Natural Diamond Mens Band Ring, Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
A Solid Gold Gents ring set with a Genuine Natural Diamond. This Sparkling Diamond adds a touch of
Category

2010s British Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Cirari 14k White Gold Lapis Lazuli and Diamonds Men's Ring Size 11
Located in Guilford, CT
Condition:  Excellent Condition, Professionally Cleaned and Polished Metal:  14k Gold (Marked, and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Mens Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Vintage .62 TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This beautiful estate ring for a man is finely crated in solid 14K White gold and set with Diamonds
Category

20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Mens Diamond Ring 18K White Gold Band Princes Baguette
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This gorgeous ring for a gentleman is finely crafted in solid 18K White gold (carefully tested and
Category

20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.51 Carat Cushion 18K White Gold Men's Diamond Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
This 18k white gold handcrafted Men's band showcases a single Cushion Cut diamond on a seven (7) MM
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mens Matte and High Polish Finish Diamond Band Ring 10k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 10k White Gold Diamond Count: 3 brilliant cut Diamond Carat Weight
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 10k Gold

18K Yellow White Gold Men's Diamond Engagement Ring Gift
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Men's Diamond Engagement Ring Gift in 18K Gold featuring natural diamonds of 0.91 carats. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold

18k White Gold Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring for Men
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring for Men in 18K Gold featuring natural blue sapphire
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Modern Men’s 1.50 Carat Fancy Champagne & White Diamonds Ring 14k White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Modern Men’s 1.50 Carat Fancy Champagne & White Diamonds Ring 14k White Gold: princess cut diamonds
Category

2010s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Ammolite & Diamond Halo in 14K White Gold Men's Statement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
14K White Gold with Ammolite and Diamond Halo Men's Statement Ring in Size 10.5 Details: Item Type
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Men’s 18 Karat White Gold 0.45 Carat Diamond Center Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Men’s 18k White Gold 0.45 Carat Diamond Center Ring. Stunning design with a beautiful round diamond
Category

Early 2000s Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold Diamond Cluster Mens Watch Link Style Ring
Located in Miami, FL
14K Solid White Gold Men's Natural Round Cut White Diamond Cluster Ring. Featuring nine round cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Mens Oval Sapphire Center and Diamond Halo Ring in 14k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k White Gold Diamond Count: 18 diamonds Diamond Carat Weight: 0.18
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Mens Matte and High Polish Finish Diamond Wedding Band Ring-14k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Mens Matte and High Polish Finish Diamond Wedding Band Ring-14k White Gold 7mm. This band is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14k White Gold and Bezel Set Diamond Men's Polished Band Ring Size 12
Located in Guilford, CT
Condition:  Excellent Condition, Professionally Cleaned and Polished Metal:  14k Gold (Marked, and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Men's Spessartite and Diamond Two Tone 14KYW Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
. The ring is set in 14K white and yellow gold. It comes in a beautiful box ready for the perfect gift
Category

2010s Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

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Mens White Gold And Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the mens white gold and diamond ring you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, White Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 44 antique edition and 107 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect mens white gold and diamond ring among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a mens white gold and diamond ring has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Alberto, Stambolian and Furrer-Jacot are consistently popular. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also oval cut and emerald cut versions for sale. Most of our mens white gold and diamond ring for sale are for men, but there are 32 pieces available to browse for women.

How Much is a Mens White Gold And Diamond Ring?

Prices for a mens white gold and diamond ring can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $638 and can go as high as $66,590, while this accessory, on average, fetches $2,850.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

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.

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.