17 Carat Cabochon Star Ruby & Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
17 carat Cabochon Star Ruby & Diamond Ring Center star ruby approximately 17.85 cts 36 tapered
Vintage 1980s American Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Star Ruby, Platinum
17 Carat Cabochon Star Ruby & Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
17 carat Cabochon Star Ruby & Diamond Ring Center star ruby approximately 17.85 cts 36 tapered
Diamond, Star Ruby, Platinum
5.72 Carat Emerald-Cut Bezel-Set Diamond Eternity Ring, 17 Diamonds, Platinum
By Hakimi's Gem
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite eternity ring showcases 17 emerald-cut diamonds, each measuring 5x3 mm and bezel-set
Diamond, Platinum
.17 Carat Blue Sapphire Diamond Art Deco White Gold Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Classic 1930’s art deco square sapphire round diamond engraved and filigree ring in 18k white gold
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Style Platinum Diamond 17 Carat Burmese Peridot Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
17.04 Carats, 14 Round Diamonds F-G Color VS2 Clarity 0.48 Carats. A truly magical ring featuring an
Diamond, Peridot, Platinum
Important 17 Carat GIA Certified Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Bethesda, MD
An impressive oval Ceylon sapphire weighing 17.18 carats surrounded by 12 fine brilliant diamonds
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$76,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 17 Carat Sugarloaf Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18KT
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
GIA Certified 17 Carat Sugarloaf Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat White Gold Immerse
Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
1970s French Mauboussin 4, 17 Carat Diamond Platinum Solitaire Ring
By Mauboussin
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in platinum, dog head hallmark. Magnificent diamond solitaire ring, it is set with a modern
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
$136,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 17 Carat Natural Green Emerald Minor Oil Diamond Platinum Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare and majestic creation by Antinori di Sanpietro, this spectacular ring showcases a 17 carat
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
17 Carat Tanzanite Ring In 14k Gold
Located in Tustin, CA
Luxury, at the right price. This unique ring has a total weight of 17.26 Carats. The beautiful
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified No Heat 17 Carat Cushion Cut Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Discover unparalleled elegance with this regal 17-carat cushion cut no-heat yellow sapphire and
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rare Yellow Sapphire 17 carats Gold Ring Untreated No heat with Diamonds
Located in Bergamo, BG
An extraordinary 18K yellow gold ring featuring a rare, untreated 17-carat oval yellow sapphire of
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold
17 Carat Citrine Cabochon, Diamond and Yellow Sapphire Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning ring features a beautiful 17.02 carat sugarloaf citrine cabochon set with brilliant
Citrine, Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold...
17 Carat Blue Sapphire Oval Cabochon Gold Full Cut Round Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
17 Carat Blue Sapphire Oval Cab ring ( 17,5 mm x 13 mm ) set with 3,3 grams of 14 kt white gold
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
$40,677Sale Price|20% Off
Sapphire Natural 17 Carats Ceylon Sapphire Ring on White Gold 18K with Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
Ceylon unheated 17 carats sapphire ring in 18 carats white gold and 4 carats of diamonds 18-carat
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
17 Carat Ruby Oval Cabochon 14 Kt Gold 12 Full Cut Round Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
SHIPPING+CUSTOM DUTY ARE PAID BY SELLER Unusual 17 Carats Ruby oval cab ( 13,3 mm. x 11,6 mm.) set
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Modern Tiffany & Co Natural .17 Carat Diamond Halfway Platinum Engagement Band
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
weighing a total of 0.17 carats. Ring size is 5.5 and total weight is 4.7 grams. Original Pouch included
Diamond, Platinum
Christopher Designs Stackable Diamond Band 17 Diamonds 0.25ctw 18k Yellow Gold
By Christopher Designs
Located in Los Gatos, CA
Christopher Designs Stackable Diamond Band 18K Yellow Gold, 17Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds equal
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
4.62 Carats Opal Emerald Pink Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Gold Oval Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
, 1.09 carats emerald, .6 carats sapphire & .17 carats of sparkling diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Cabochon Emerald And Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
cut diamonds. Emerald Weight: approximately .14 carats Diamond Weight: .17 carats Ring Size: 6.25
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Sapphire And Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
by antique cut diamonds. Sapphire Weight: approximately .17 carats Diamond Weight: approximately
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Princess Cut Diamond Channel Band in 14k White Gold .17ct Square Diamond, Ring
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
Weight: .17 Carats Diamond Shape: Round Brilliant Ring Size: 7 (Can be sized) Gram Weight: 1.8 Grams
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,430 / item
Rosecut Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 18-karat gold, this ring is hand set with .17 carats of rosecut diamonds. The ring is a
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$150Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Timeless Green Emerald Half-Eternity Band in Diamond Silver Ring Gifts
Located in New York, NY
0.35 carat and 17 diamonds totaling 0.03 carat, the ring offers a comfortable feel with a 3 mm shank
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
$78,400Sale Price|20% Off
17 Carat White Gold Diamond Necklace Earrings Bracelet & Ring Jewelry Set
Located in Chicago, IL
round brilliant diamonds totaling approximately 3 carats. Ring Completing the set is an 18K white gold
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Italian Florentine Eternity Band with Diamonds in White and Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
brilliant diamonds, .70 carat total Ring size 6 Complimentary sizing available
Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Platinum Diamonds and 17 Carats Aquamarine French Vintage Ring
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A lovely vintage ring, made in France circa 1960. The craftmanship in platinum is quality, the
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco .17 Carat Old European Diamond and Sapphire White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
Ring size Continental: 55 & 17½ , Size US 7¼ , Size UK: O - Free resizing (only for extreme resizing we
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
18 Carat Gold Ring, Marquise, Set with 17 Fine Pearls and Diamonds, circa 1880
Located in VERSAILLES, FR
Superbe bague en or 18 carats de forme marquise sertie de 17 demi perles fines et de 8 diamants
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold
0.25 Carat Diamond Platinum Wedding Band 17 Round Diamonds, I Color, VS2 Clarity
Located in New York, NY
Metal: Platinum Diamond Shape: Round Brilliant Total Diamond Weight: 0.25 CTW Number of Diamonds
Diamond, Platinum
Sterling Silver "Not Non-Essential" Wrap Ring with Black Diamonds
By Llyn strong
Located in Greenville, SC
"Essential" and set with .17 carats of black diamonds. Ring size 8.5. This ring was made and designed by llyn
Black Diamond, Sterling Silver
17 Carat Amethyst Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
diamonds weighing approximately 0.50 carats. 18k white gold ring. Size 5 and can be re-sized.
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold
French 17 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A lovely translucent ocean blue cabochon cut sapphire weighing approximately 17 carats has been
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
French 17 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A lovely translucent ocean blue cabochon cut sapphire weighing approximately 17 carats has been
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.48 carats Yellow Diamond White Diamond Cocktail Ring 17 Diamonds
Located in Yorba Linda, CA
GIA Certified 1.48 carats total carat weight with Cushion cut Yellow Diamond surrounded by 16
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
French Modern 1, 17 Carat Ruby Diamonds Platinum Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
diamonds. Total weight of the ruby : about 1.17 carats, total weight of the diamonds : about 0.33 carats
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Kunzite 17 carats, Diamonds and Pink Sapphire Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
18 carats blackened gold, the Kunzite 17 carats, 13 ct pink sapphires and 1 carat diamonds
Sapphire, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Platinum .17 Carat Diamond Wedding Band Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Baltimore, MD
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Diamond Wedding Band Ring 2MM Metal: Platinum Weight: 3.64 grams Diamonds
Diamond, Platinum
Sapphires 17 Carats Diamonds Fashion Ring 18K White Gold, 2000
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
17 Ct Sapphires Diamonds Fashion Ring 18K White Gold. Really unusual design that was only made
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Ssef/Gubelin Certified 17 Carat Sapphire Art Deco Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
, surrounded by 2.00 carats of old cut diamonds colorless and custom cut sapphire. The Sapphire is accompanied
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
17 Carat Natural Cabochon Sapphire Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The cabochon sapphire is approximately 17 carats displays a lively deep blue color and is
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels unheated 17 Carat Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Center stone with a weight of 17.14 carats set in white metal ring with four (4) near-colorless
Diamond, Sapphire
Retro 18 Karat Gold Natural 17 Carat Aquamarine Sapphire Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Cape May, NJ
of gemstones to the ring as well as about .96 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds. The 8 diamonds
Aquamarine, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Neil Lane .17 Carat Diamond Enhancer Wedding Band, 14k Gold Guard Ring Milgrain
By Neil Lane
Located in Greensboro, NC
more wallet-friendly price. This ring is a size 6 3/4, but it can be re-sized up 2 sizes for a $25
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Neil Lane .17 Carat Diamond Enhancer Wedding Band, 14k Gold Milgrain Guard Ring
By Neil Lane
Located in Greensboro, NC
more wallet-friendly price. This ring is a size 6 3/4, but it can be re-sized up 2 sizes for a $25
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Neil Lane .17 Carat Diamond Enhancer Wedding Band, 14k Gold Milgrain Guard Ring
By Neil Lane
Located in Greensboro, NC
more wallet-friendly price. This ring is a size 6 3/4, but it can be re-sized up 2 sizes for a $25
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Super Fine 18 Karat Gold 4.76 Carat 17 Round Diamond 3-Tiered Cluster Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a magnificent vintage diamond cluster ring crafted from solid 18k white gold and
Diamond, 18k Gold
18 Karat White Gold Ring Has 17 Pieces of Round Cut Diamonds in 1.50 Carat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A classic diamond eternity band created in 18k white gold. This ring has 17 pieces of round cut
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Belt Buckle Ring 18 Karat White and Yellow Gold with .17 Carats Diamonds
Located in Fairfield, CT
yellow and white gold. The white gold buckle is lined with 17 round diamonds. The ring carries the
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Guldfynd Ab 'Sweden' 18 Karat Gold Ring with 17 Brilliant-Cut Diamonds
Located in bronshoj, DK
Guldfynd Ab (Sweden) 18K gold ring with 17 brilliant-cut diamonds. Size: 17 mm. US size: 6,5. (can
Diamond, 18k Gold
Joke Quick 1, 17 Ct. Rose-cut & Briljant-cut Green Diamond Pave Cocktail Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
olive green & natural coloured green brilliant-cut diamonds. Total carat 1,17 carat. Size EU 52,5 US
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Channel Half Circle Diamond Eternity Band .17 Ct 2.3 mm
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
brilliant cut diamonds weighing 0.17 cts. in ranging in near colorless F-G and VVS clarity with no visible
Diamond, Platinum
Guild Certified 17 Carat Russian Emerald and Diamond Huge Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
centuries. Along with the Russian Emerald, the ring has 1.72 carat of F color VS clarity white brilliant
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
New 17 Carat Aquamarine & Diamond Cut Sapphire Sterling Silver Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
cut Aquamarine and is 17 carats. It measures 18 x 17 mm and has 3 rows of diamond cut blue sapphires
Aquamarine, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Lavender Jade Ruby 64 Diamond Necklace Earrings 17 Carat Jade Ring Suite Parure
Located in New York, NY
ring each with gorgeous Lavender Jade oval cabochons with a 17 Carat Jade Cabochon in the ring. The
Diamond, Jade, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
17 Carat Ruby Oval Cabochon 14 Kt Gold 12 Full Cut Round Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
round full cut diamonds of 0,05 ct. each = 0,6 carats total diamonds weight Ring Shank American size # 7
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
New 17 Carat Neon Blue Pear Cut Topaz & Diamond Cut Sapphire Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
. It also have a diamond cut champagne sapphire on each side of the band. It's just a magnificent ring
Sapphire, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Silver, Sterling Silver
Edwardian 17 Carat Oval Diopside Bubble Ring 2.00 Carat Diamond
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
Edwardian Diopside Oval shaped cabochon with rose cut diamonds, set in a Bubble ring. The ring
Chalcedony, Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
17 Diamonds 2.55 Carat 18 Karat White Gold Wedding Ring
Located in Paris, FR
Stunning wedding ring paved with 17 round cut diamonds. Total weight of the diamonds : 2.55 carats
Diamond, 18k Gold
14 Karat White Gold .17 Carat Bezel Set Diamond Wedding Band Ring
Located in Gainesville, FL
Ladies 14K White Gold .17ctw Bezel Set Diamond Wedding Band Ring Size 5.5 You are viewing a
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Platinum Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band 17 Diamonds 12.00 Carat GIA Certified
Located in Lakewood, NJ
cts. Diamond quality: Color range: H-I, Clarity VVS1-VS2, Most with GIA Diamond Reports. Ring size: 6
Diamond, Platinum
David Rosenberg 17 Carat Emerald Cut GIA Platinum Diamond Eternity Wedding Band
By David Rosenberg
Located in Boca Raton, FL
certified emerald cut diamonds in a Rosenberg Diamonds & Co. eternity band. Each stone has been meticulously
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
18K White Gold and 17 Carat Diamonds Large Dome Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18K White Gold and 17 Carat Diamonds Large Dome Ring This incredible ring is sure to make a large
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emerald Cut Diamond Wedding Band 7.41 Carats 0.40 Points F-G VVS2-VS2 Platinum
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Emerald Cut wedding band featuring 18 diamonds weighing a total of 7.41 Carats. Average diamonds are 0.40 points each, crafted in Platinum. Color F-G Clarity VVS-VS2 We have a nice...
Diamond, Platinum
Very Fine Heart Shaped 10.5 TCW Peridot Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful, estate 10.5 TCW heart shaped peridot, diamond and 14K yellow gold ring 20th Century The heart shaped peridot of very fine quality- excellent color, cut, clarity and substa...
Peridot, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
4.86 Carat Bezel Set Emerald Cut Eternity Band
Located in Chicago, IL
This unique ring boasts 15 emerald cut diamonds weighing a total of 4.86 carats. Bezel set in platinum, this ring is beautifully crafted and very comfortable - perfect for everyday w...
Diamond, Platinum
9.70 Carats Natural Peridot and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
9.70 Carats Natural Peridot and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring Total Natural Oval Peridot Weight is: Approx. 8.80 Carats Peridot Measures: Approx. 13.00 x 11.00mm Natural Ro...
Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.78 Carat 1920s Art Deco Filigree Diamond Platinum Ring Engagement
Located in Wallkill, NY
Handcrafted beautiful Filigree Diamond ring set in Platinum, The Main diamond is VVS-2 Color H, 6.7mm x 3.6mm or 1.10 Carats. 2 side Baguettes 6 square step and 19 Round cuts VS-1 F/...
Diamond, Platinum
Pigeon Blood Ruby 'No Heat, Burma' and Diamond Cluster Ring, ca. 1900
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A natural Burmese ruby and single cut diamond cluster Ring, ca. 1900. The cushion cut ruby is of exceptional quality. It has a pigeon blood red colour and beautiful crystal. It wei...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Greenwich, CT
Tour de force. With an original platinum Art Deco mounting and 7.53 carat emerald cut diamond, this spectacular engagement ring is all about strength of style. Circa 1920. Diamond...
Diamond, Platinum
$36,900
W 0.66 in L 0.7 in
29.22 Carat Bicolor Tourmaline Loose Gemstone, One-of-a-Kind Collector Stone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A one-of-a-kind 29.22 carat bicolor tourmaline offered loose for world-class collectors and connoisseurs who pursue rarity, presence, and natural color artistry. This exceptional gem...
Tourmaline, Other, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$960,000Sale Price|20% Off
PLATINUM AWARD EYE CLEAN GRS Certified 6 Carat BURMA NO HEAT RUBY Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
🔥 EXCEPTIONAL GRS-CERTIFIED 6 CARAT BURMA NO HEAT RUBY RING 🔥 Presenting a rare and investment-grade 6.00-carat Burma Ruby, GRS-certified, NO HEAT, and awarded the PLATINUM AWARD f...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
NWT Christian Dior by John Galliano Origami Dress Runway Fall 2006 Wedding Gown
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Baar, CH
New with tags, this never-before-worn archival piece has been carefully stored for the past 18 years, preserving its pristine condition. An absolutely stunning and rare masterpiece ...
All GIA Certified Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Ring 10.68 CT D-F FL-VS2 Platinum
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent GIA Certified eternity ring featuring 15 Emerald cut diamonds weighing 10.68 carats, crafted in Platinum. Average 0.70 Carats Each All diamonds are GIA Certified with gr...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$28,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 7.35 Carat Natural Unheated Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA Certified 7.35 Carat Natural Unheated Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring in Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Ring features a large Cushion Cut Purplish Pink Sapphire surrounded by 22 R...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Rare 5.71ct GIA Certified Pink Conch Pearl Flame Diamonds White Gold Necklace
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Presenting an extraordinarily rare and exquisite pink conch pearl necklace. A true "creme de la creme" for connoisseurs of distinctive fine jewelry. Conch pearls, produced naturally ...
$180,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 7.19 Carat Unheated Ruby and Diamond Trillion Ring in Platinum
Located in Chicago, IL
A remarkable statement of rarity and color, this exquisite three-stone ring features a 7.19 carat vivid red ruby of Ceylon origin, certified by GRS. The gemstone displays an excepti...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$2,000,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 26 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Exquisite Antinori di Sanpietro platinum ring featuring a remarkable 26-carat cut-cornered cushion brilliant diamond, certified by GIA. This stunning diamond is graded H color and VS...
Diamond, Platinum
Rare GIA Certified Type 2A I Flawless 6.00 Carat Natural Pink Oval Diamond Ring
Located in Tustin, CA
Extremely rare and highly sought after, estate GIA Certified Type 2a or IIa large oval cut 6.00 carat natural pink diamond and white diamond three stone ring set in 18 karat white an...
Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White 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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