Oval Burma Red Ruby and Diamond Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Total Weight: 10.0 Grams Ring Size: 10 Gemstone Specifications: Gemstones: 1 oval red ruby Ruby Measurements: ~6.24 mm x 5.06 mm x...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$2,835Sale Price|20% Off
Contemporary 18K Yellow Gold Natural Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
This splendid 18-karat yellow gold ring is a refined example of classic and elegant jewelry, designed for those who love gemstones with timeless charm. Its structure is solid yet har...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari 18k White Gold Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bvlgari 18k White Gold 1.15 cts of Diamonds 1.02 Cts Oval Ruby GIA Report 2233803252 Ruby is Burma (Myanmar) Gia Report 2233803252 Dec 2 2025 Size 7.5 Ruby 7.5 x 5.2 x 3.4 mm 1.02 c...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Vintage Ruby & Diamond Eternity Ring 18k Gold - 1990s
Located in Nicosia, Cyprus
A classic expression of everlasting love and elegance, this vintage eternity ring (circa 1990) is crafted in solid 18k gold. The band features a continuous, shimmering pattern altern...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Oval Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A 1.25 carat Oval Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring made in 18 Karat Yellow Gold. The ring size is US 6.5 US. The total weight of the ring is 5 grams.
Ruby, 18k Gold
MOISEIKIN 18K White Gold Ruby Diamond Floral Ring
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Suitable for any dress and occasion. 18K White Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring Size 16.5mm (US 6) Total Weight : 4.08 gr. 11 Ruby, 0.78 ct. 7 Diamond G/VS, 0.348 ct
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold 0.80ct Diamond and Ruby Flower Ring MF03-043026
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Set in 18K Yellow Gold, this piece features a 2mm wide band and an 11mm top height.This jewelry piece is offered in estate condition and includes a gift box.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
IGI Certified 2.68 Carat Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 18K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 2.68 Carat Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 18K Gold Created as a one-of-a-kind jewel, this exceptional ring is the only example ever produced, and no identical piece w...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby and Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 0.80 carat and Diamond 0.43 carat Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 1.2 cm Length: 1.7 cm Ring Size: 54 Total Weight: 3.86 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$44,000Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Cartier 18K White and Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Cocktail Ring
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Cartier 18K White and Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Cocktail Ring A striking vintage Cartier cocktail ring crafted in 18K white and yellow gold, showcasing a sophisticated in...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late Victorian (c. 1880–1900) Ruby & Sapphire Diamond Cluster Ring in 18 K Yello
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
Technical Specifications Finger Size: French 52 US 6 Material: 18 K Yellow Gold (750‰) Period: Late Victorian Era (c. 1880–1900) Style: Cluster halo ring with graduated ruby–dia...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Ruby and Turquoise Cabochon Ring with Diamonds, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A Ruby and Turquoise Cabochon Ring with Diamonds made in 18k White Gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Elegant 0.74ct Ruby and 0.52ct Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
Specifications Dimensions: Length: 1.7 cm, Width: 0.9 cm Gross Weight: 4.840 gms Gold Weight: 4.588 gms Gold Purity: 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Weight: 0.52 ct Ruby Weight: 0.74 ct th...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage ruby diamond 18k yellow gold bypass ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The bypass style creates a sense of movement and balance, beautifully highlighting the contrast between the vibrant rubies and sparkling diamonds. Crafted in warm 18k yellow gold dur...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Heart-Shaped Ruby and Round Diamond Clover Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K yellow gold Rubies: 4 heart-shaped= 2.16cttw Diamond: 1 round cut= 0.03ct Color: G Clarity: SI1 Dimensions: the ring measures 10.8mm wide at the top Si...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby, Tourmaline and Diamond GOAT Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 1.25 carats, Green Tourmaline 0.24 carat and Diamond 3.74 carats Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 2.9 cm Length: 2.5 cm Ring Size: 52 Total Weight: 21.33 g...
Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold 1.30ct Diamond and Ruby Band Ring MF32-030226
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Set in 18K Yellow Gold, it measures 8mm wide.This jewelry piece is offered in estate condition and includes a gift box.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Ruby, Emerald & Diamond Ring in 18K Gold, India, 6.06ct Ruby
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a ruby, EMERALD & Diamond gemstone.
Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, 18k Gold
Vintage 18k gold ring with rubies and diamonds, circa 1970s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Vintage ring set in 18-karat yellow gold (0.750 fineness). The geometric ring is decorated with two faceted square rubies and 6 brilliant-cut diamonds with a total weight of approx....
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Diamond Ruby Ring 18K White Gold Band Geometric
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Ruby Ring 18K White Gold Band Geometric This gorgeous estate ring is finely crafted in solid 18K White Gold and set with high quality lab-created Rubies and Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Three-Stone Ruby and Diamond Ring, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A Three-Stone Ruby and Diamond Ring made in 18k Yellow Gold. The rubies are cushion-shaped and the diamonds are brilliant-cut.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Victorian Ruby Diamond Ring 18K Solid Gold
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
Victorian Ruby Diamond Ring 18K Solid Gold Marquise cluster ring featuring a vivid natural ruby framed by glittering old cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Oval Ruby Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring 8.79 Carats 18 Karat Yellow Gold 5.6 Grams
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Details: • Center Stone: Natural Oval Ruby – 7.37 CTs • Diamonds: 1.42 CTs (round & baguette cut) • Metal: 18K Yellow Gold • Total Weight: 5.6 grams • Style: Halo / Statemen...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$8,000Sale Price|20% Off
Burma Ruby & Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Band Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Striking and substantial, this bold band ring is crafted in solid 18K yellow gold and set with a captivating combination of natural gemstones.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.73 Carat Ruby and Diamond 18K White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The rubies have a dark purplish red color. Made with 18k white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,240Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1970s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
💎 Vintage Circa 1970s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Ring In very good condition.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This Ruby Engagement Ring features an oval ruby highlighted by brilliant diamonds, creating an elegant Ruby Diamond Ring with timeless appeal.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian diamond ruby 18k yellow gold silver ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in 18k yellow gold and silver, a classic Victorian pairing, the ring has a gram weight of 3.36 grams and is sized 7.25, with resizing available.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Retro ruby diamond 18k white gold eternity ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Retro 18k white gold eternity ring features three vivid rubies and two sparkling diamonds in an alternating pattern, blending bold color with vintage charm.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold 0.88ct Diamond, Ruby and Sapphire Geometric Cocktail Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
A bold Art Deco-inspired cocktail ring in 18-karat white gold, featuring a 1.50 carat large oval cabochon ruby at center encased in a geometric frame of calibr-cut blue sapphires and...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold
Edwardian ruby diamond 18k yellow gold cocktail ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted entirely in rich 18k yellow gold, the ring radiates warmth and elegance, with a lightweight yet refined construction typical of Edwardian jewelry.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian 18K Gold Diamond and Ruby Ring. Cushion & Old European Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 0.20 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Antique Cushion Cut Center Diamond Color: I–J Color Center Diamond Clarity: VS1–SI1 ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold
Vintage Dome Ring 18k Gold French Diamond Ruby
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A beautiful vintage dome ring, crafted in 18k gold, features diamonds and rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
BULGARI 18K Yellow Gold Emerald, Ruby and Diamond Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
The emerald is framed within a substantial bezel of 18K yellow gold, its presence intensified by calibrated ruby accents set at the compass points, introducing flashes of deep crimso...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian diamond ruby 18k yellow gold platinum ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum and hallmarked with a purity mark and maker's mark, the ring has a gram weight of 3.09 grams and is sized 4.25, with resizing available.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$4,640Sale Price|20% Off
Exquisite Ruby and Diamond Engagement Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Crafted in high-quality 18k white gold, the ring features an elegant tapered shank that adds to its sophisticated allure.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural 18K Gold Ruby Halo Ring with 0.47ct Diamonds
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a gemstone set within a halo of sparkling diamonds and RUBY.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Natural 18K Gold Ruby Halo Ring with 0.39ct Diamonds
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a gemstone set within a halo of sparkling diamonds and RUBY.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby and Diamond Trilogy Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in London, England
A beautiful ruby and diamond trilogy ring set in 18k white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian ruby diamond 18k yellow gold cluster ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This antique Victorian ring centers on a richly saturated 1.00 carat oval cut ruby, embraced by a glowing cluster of nine old European cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring, Italy Circa 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18 karat white gold ring with three rubies for a total of 3 karats and brilliant diamonds for a total of 2.5 karats mounted in Pave setting, Italy 1960-1970s Ring size US 7
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.05ct Ruby and diamond engagement ring in 18k white gold.
Located in London, GB
1.05ct Ruby and diamond engagement ring in 18k white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Square Cut Ruby Cluster Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A vintage ruby, diamond, and yellow gold ring, comprising one round brilliant cut diamond, four small round cut diamonds, and eight square cut rubies, set in 18 karat yellow gold, to...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,800 / item
Aztec Ring in 18k Gold with Ruby and Two Diamonds
By NIBIRU Collection
Located in Miami, FL
The aztec ring is a ring to use normally in the small finger, its a aztec design with a ruby in the middle of 0,40 carat, and two diamonds in each side of 1 point each its weigh is 5...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
$2,480Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Snake Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
💎 Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Snake Ring In very good condition.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$7,200Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Emerald and Ruby Diamond Ring in 18k Gold, India, 5.38ct
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 oval-shaped ring is crafted from 18-carat white gold and featur...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
$3,369Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
💎 Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Ring In very good condition.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Stunning 18K Gold Ruby and Diamond Halo Ring, 0.98ct Ruby, New
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 18-carat gold and features an RUBY gemston...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold 0.48ct Diamond, Ruby, and Jade Ring MF16-020226
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This luxury ring possesses an inherent opulence. The bold 18K Yellow Gold setting beautifully showcases this pieces striking Jade center stone and vibrant Ruby accents.
Diamond, Jade, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
3 Carat Square Ruby and Diamond 18K Gold Button Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Natural 3 carat total weight square cut ruby and 0.30 carat round diamond button-style cocktail ring in 18K yellow gold, featuring concentric rings of invisibly channel-set rubies su...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Designer 18K Gold Ruby 5.54ct & Diamond 0.73ct Halo Ring
Located in jaipur, IN
GEMSTONE DETAILS Gold Purity: 18K Solid Gold RUBY: 5.54 CTS DIAMOND: 0.73 CTS 18K GOLD GROSS WEIGHT: 3.19 GRAMS NET WEIGHT: 1.93 GRAMS FOLLOW US ON INSTA (divinejewellerylounge)
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Precious 2.51ct Ruby and Natural Diamonds Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
This pre-owned big ring is a bold and exquisite creation, crafted in luxurious 18K yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.60ct Ruby and diamond engagement ring in 18k white gold.
Located in London, GB
1.60ct Ruby and diamond engagement ring in 18k white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
18K Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
A Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring made in 18k White Gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique Ruby and Diamond Navette Ring Platinum Topped 18K Rose Gold
Located in Fairfield, CT
Antique Ruby and Diamond Navette Ring Platinum Topped 18K Rose Gold This antique navette ring centers on an oval ruby weighing approximately 0.54 carats, set in an 18K rose gold bez...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Natural Ruby and Diamond Open Statement Ring in 18K Rose Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Product Specifications Metal: 18K Gold Gross Weight: 5.32 g Diamond Weight: 0.74 ct Ruby Weight: 1.93 ct Style: Open Statement Ring
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cabochon-Cut Ruby Jade and Diamond 18K Gold Ring and Earrings Set
Located in Miami, FL
18K Yellow Gold Ruby, Jade and Diamond Ring and Earring Set: Set in 30.2g of 18K Yellow Gold (17.2g earrings, 13g ring), centering three cabochon-cut rubies (30ct total), and adorne...
Diamond, Jade, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 0.73ct Diamond and Ruby 18k Rose Gold Snake Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 0.73 carat diamond and 0.03 ruby, 18 karat rose gold snake ring; part of our diverse antique snake jewellery collection.
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
White Diamond Ruby 18K White Gold Snake Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.10x1.90x2.20cm Color: 18K White Gold Materials: "41 White Diamonds 0.34 CT 2 Ruby 0.03 CT 18KW 2.96 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Animal & Fantasy ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Diamond Ruby 18K White Gold Snake Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.10x2.50x2.30cm Color: 18K White Gold Materials: "44 White Diamonds 0.32 CT 2 Ruby 0.02 CT 18KW 3.87 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Animal & Fantasy ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k 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.
Ancient Egyptians referred to the vibrant stone as the “gem of the sun.”
There are many ways to showcase a diamond, from traditional prongs to a smooth, streamlined bezel. Here’s everything you need to consider.
The vintage bombé ring is bursting with color and timeless style.
Zircon is a magnificent and underrated natural gemstone that has been worn and adored for centuries.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
If diamonds don’t seem right, what about a magnificent sapphire, ruby or emerald?
Accounting for just 1 percent of all diamonds, these marvels of nature are exceedingly rare and gorgeously complex.
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.