18 Karat Gold 1.73 Carat Solitaire and "Invisible Setting" Eternity Band Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat Rose Gold 1.73 Carat Solitaire and "Invisible Setting" Eternity Band Ring This
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2ct solitaire diamond ring platinum GIA VS clarity F color
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Stunning 2 carats round brilliant ring with VS clarity and F color. Made in platinum in size 6 and
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 14k Yellow Gold and Diamond Mens Solitaire Signet Ring 5.11ct
Located in Newport Beach, CA
We are pleased to present this exceptional GIA Certified men’s solitaire signet ring, masterfully
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Solid White Gold .40ct Fiery Illusion Set Diamond Solitaire Promise Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
White Fiery Diamonds - 0.22ct (approx.) (15) Natural Genuine Diamonds- Old Single Cut - Channel Set
Diamond, Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s 2.68 Carat Cabochon Cut Star Ruby Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive 2.68 carat pink star ruby and 0.08 carat diamond, 15 karat yellow gold solitaire
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
1ct Oval Diamond Ring engagement ring Black Diamond ring 14KT rose gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Solitaire ring with a character, oval black diamond totaling 1 carat in a bezel setting thats so
Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Yellow Gold Sapphire Diamond Ring - 10k Marquise .33ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .04ctw Cut: Single Color: White Clarity: I1 - I2 Total Carats: .33ctw Style
Diamond, Sapphire, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Ring - 10k Round .49ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Diamond Carat(s): .01ct Cut: Single Color: White Style: Solitaire with Accents Halo Measurements Face
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Ring - 14k Round Brilliant 1.50ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
; 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .70ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Amethyst Diamond Ring - 10k Marquise .41ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .01ctw Cut: Single Color: G - H Clarity: I2 Total Carats: .41ctw Center Fits
Amethyst, Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Tanzanite Diamond Ring - 14k Cushion 3.10ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .10ctw Cut: Princess Color: G Clarity: VS1 - VS2 Total Carats: 3.10ctw Style
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Sapphire Diamond Halo Ring - 10k Oval 1.38ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Color: Dark Blue Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .16ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: J - K Clarity: I1 - I2
Diamond, Sapphire, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Sapphire Diamond Ring - 14k Oval 1.30ctw Floral
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Sapphire Treatment: Heating Carat(s): 1.10ct Cut: Oval Natural Diamonds
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Tanzanite Diamond Ring - 14k Trillion 1.44ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Carats: 1.44ctw Style: Solitaire with Accents Measurements Face Height (north to south): 15/32
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Sapphire Diamond Halo Ring - 14k Rectangular 2.95ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Diamonds Carat(s): .50ctw Cut: Round Brilliant & Baguette Color: G - H Clarity: VS1 - SI1 Total Carats
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Citrine Diamond Ring - 18k Pear 2.49ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Diamonds Carat(s): .24ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: J - K Clarity: SI1 - SI2 Total Carats: 2.49ctw
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Bypass Ring - 14k Oval 1.16ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Ruby Treatment: Heating Carat(s): 1.00ct Cut: Oval Natural Diamonds Carat(s
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Onyx Diamond Halo Ring - 18k Oval Cabochon .50ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Onyx Cut: Oval Cabochon Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .50ctw Cut: Round
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Men's Ring - 18k Trillion .72ctw Geometric
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Ruby Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .47ct Cut: Trillion Natural Diamonds Carat
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Apatite & Diamond Halo Ring - 10k Oval 2.10ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Diamonds Carat(s): .10ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: Light Yellow Clarity: I2 Total Carats: 2.10ctw
Diamond, Apatite, 10k Gold, White Gold
Platinum Diamond Retro Loop Halo Ring - Round Brilliant 1.55ctw Vintage
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: Platinum Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): 1.14ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color
Diamond, Platinum
White Gold Emerald & Diamond Halo Ring - 14k Oval 3.64ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Natural Emeralds Treatment: Oiling Carat(s): .36ctw Cut: Marquise Color: Green Natural Diamonds Carat(s
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
5ct Diamond Engagement ring platinum GIA
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Certified diamond solitaire ring in platinum, center is 5 carats VS clarity and I color. The ring
Diamond, Platinum
White Gold Emerald & Diamond Ring - 18k Emerald Cut .51ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Diamonds Carat(s): .10ctw Cut: Single Color: F - G Clarity: SI2 - I1 Total Carats: .51ctw Style
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond Bypass Ring - 14k Oval .40ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Emerald Treatment: Oiling Carat(s): .28ct Cut: Oval Color: Green Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .12ctw Cut
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Halo Ring - 10k Marquise .65ctw Floral
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Ruby Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .55ct Cut: Marquise Natural Diamonds Carat
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Swiss Blue Topaz Diamond Ring - 14k Marquise 1.26ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
: Swiss Blue Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .12ctw Cut: Round Color: J - K Clarity: SI2 - I1 Total Carats
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
1ct Diamond solitire ring engagement ring 18KT yellow gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Elegant solitaire diamond ring made with 1ct center in 18KT yellow gold. The ring has a beautiful
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Iolite Diamond Ring - 14k Oval 1.35ctw Milgrain
Located in Greensboro, NC
White Gold Stone Information Natural Iolite Carat(s): 1.10ct Cut: Oval Color: Purple Natural Diamonds
Diamond, Iolite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Opal Diamond Ring - 14k Oval Cabochon 1.08ctw Rope
Located in Greensboro, NC
Information Natural Opal Carat(s): .78ct Cut: Oval Cabochon Color: Black Origin: Australian Natural Diamonds
Diamond, Opal, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold 1.87 Carat Cushion-Cut Aquamarine and Diamond Eternity Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat White Gold 1.87 Carat Cushion-Cut Aquamarine and Diamond Eternity Ring This magnificent
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Sapphire & Diamond Halo Ring - 18k Oval 2.23ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Sapphire Carat(s): 1.81ct Cut: Oval Color: Blue Natural Diamonds
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Akoya Pearl & Diamond Ring - 18k Round Brilliant .55ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Akoya Pearl Color: White Size: 8.2mm Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .55ctw Cut: Round
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Chrome Diopside & Diamond Ring - 10k Rectangular Cushion 3.12ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .10ctw Cut: Baguette Color: G - H Clarity: I1 - I2 Total Carats: 3.12ctw
Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Ruby & Diamond Halo Ring - 14k Round 1.37ctw Flower
Located in Greensboro, NC
Diamonds Carat(s): .82ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: H - I Clarity: SI Total Carats: 1.37ctw Style
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Opal Diamond Halo Ring - 14k Pear Cabochon .50ctw Cathedral
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Opal Carat(s): .25ct Cut: Pear Cabochon Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .25ctw
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Sapphire & Diamond Ring - 14k Marquise 1.74ctw Bow Engagement
Located in Greensboro, NC
Color: Greenish Blue Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .63ctw Cut: Round Brilliant & Baguette Color: G - H
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Lab-Created Ruby Diamond Bypass Ring 10k Oval 4.20ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Natural Diamonds Carat(s): (2) small Total Carats: 4.20ctw Style: Bypass, Solitaire with Accents
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Jadeite & Diamond Ring -18k Saddle Cut 2.34ctw East-West
Located in Greensboro, NC
Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .18ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: F - G Clarity: VS1 - VS2 Total Carats
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Le Vian Garnet Diamond Halo Ring - Yellow Gold 14k Emerald Cut 2.32ctw
By Le Vian
Located in Greensboro, NC
Diamonds Carat(s): .32CTW Cut: Round Color: Chocolate Clarity: SI1 - SI2 Total Carats: 2.32ctw Style
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Sapphire & Diamond Ring - 14k Pear 1.16ctw V Wishbone
Located in Greensboro, NC
Color: Blue Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .06ctw Cut: Single Color: H - I Clarity: I2 - I3 Total Carats
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Sapphire & Diamond Ring - 14k Oval .80ctw Scallop Latticework
Located in Greensboro, NC
Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .07ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: I - J Clarity: SI1 - SI2 Total Carats
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Sapphire & Diamond Ring - 14k Marquise 1.35ctw Size 6
Located in Greensboro, NC
Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .71ct Cut: Marquise Color: Greenish Blue Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .64ctw Cut
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Lab-Created Emerald & Diamond Ring - 14k Marquise 2.50ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1.65ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G - H Clarity: SI1 - SI2 Total Carats
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat White Gold 2.24 Carat Oval-Cut Sapphire and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat White Gold 2.24 Carat Oval-Cut Sapphire and Diamond Three-Stone Ring This magnificent
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Opal Diamond Vintage Bypass Ring - 10k Round Cabochon .82ct
Located in Greensboro, NC
White Gold Stone Information Natural Opal Carat(s): .82ct Cut: Round Cabochon Natural Diamonds Cut
Diamond, Opal, 10k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Australian Opal Diamond Halo Ring - 14k Oval Cabochon .95ctw Floral
Located in Greensboro, NC
Gold Stone Information Natural Australian Opal Carat(s): .75ct Cut: Oval Cabochon Natural Diamonds
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Diamond Vintage Engagement Ring & Wedding Band 14k Rnd .58ctw Floral
Located in Greensboro, NC
Clarity: SI1 Stone Note: (solitaire) Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .20ctw Cut: Single Color: H - I Clarity
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Sapphire & Diamond Halo Ring - 18k Oval 2.14ctw Floral
Located in Greensboro, NC
Color: Blue Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1.04ctw Cut: Round Brilliant & Baguette Color: G - H Clarity
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Rhodolite Garnet Diamond Halo Ring - 14k Round 2.44ctw Engagement
Located in Greensboro, NC
Carats: 2.44ctw Style: Solitaire with Accents Halo Measurements Face Height (north to south): 15/32
Diamond, Garnet, Rhodolite, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Tanzanite & Diamond Halo Ring - 18k Emerald Cut 2.51ctw Cathedral
Located in Greensboro, NC
Color: Purple Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .37ctw Cut: Round Brilliant & Baguette Color: F - G Clarity
Diamond, Emerald, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Emerald & Diamond Halo Ring - 18k Emerald Cut 1.17ctw Cathedral
Located in Greensboro, NC
Color: Green Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .50ctw Cut: Round Brilliant & Baguette Color: G - H Clarity
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified Black diamond engagement ring 14KT gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Stunning black diamond ring with 8mm black diamond just slightly over 2 carats, a natural certified
Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
White Gold Fancy Yellowish Orange Diamond Halo Ring - 18k Pear .80ctw Engagement
Located in Greensboro, NC
Gold & 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .18ct (carat stamp) Cut: Pear
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Tahitian Pearl & Diamond Ring 14k .24ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Yellow Gold Tahitian Pearl & Diamond Ring 14k .24ctw Stone Information: Tahitian Pearl Natural
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Sapphire & Diamond Band - 18k Oval 1.25ctw Ring Sz 6 3/4
Located in Greensboro, NC
Carat(s): 1.09ct Cut: Oval Color: Blue Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .16ctw Cut: Single & Round Brilliant
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Le Vian Rhodolite Garnet Diamond Halo Bypass Ring - Rose Gold 14k Round 2.10ctw
By Le Vian
Located in Greensboro, NC
Cut: Round Color: Purplish Red Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .30ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color
Diamond, Garnet, Rhodolite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
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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