18K White Gold Pave Diamond Flower Ring 1.39ctw Natural Diamonds Size 6
Located in Carmel By The Sea, CA
18 karat white gold ring in a flower design set with natural pave diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Black Diamond Pavé Cocktail Dome Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Elegant yet effortlessly wearable, this Black Diamond Pavé Ring adds a touch of modern chic to everyday style.
Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Platinum & 18K Gold Pave Band
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking and contemporary band ring. This piece showcases a captivating array of multi-colored diamonds, totaling 2.48 carats, in a mixed cut that enhances their vibrant sparkle. T...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Fancy Diamonds Pave Butterfly Sweet 18K Rose Gold Animal Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 3.10x2.80x2.60cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "13 Brown Diamonds 0.07 CT 332 Fancy Diamonds 1.07 CT 18KR 9.55 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Animal...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Fancy Diamonds Pave Butterfly Sweet 18K Rose Gold Animal Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 3.30x2.50x3.50cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "104 Fancy Diamonds 1.87 CT 18KR 5.97 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Animal & Fantasy Jewelry Our An...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Pave Diamond Ladies Wedding Band Ring 18K White Gold 0.25Cttw
Located in New York, NY
Presenting a classic and simple wedding ring band. This sparkling 18k white gold wedding band is highlighted with dazzling 0.25cttw white round cut diamonds. Diamond quality, G color...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
4.42 Carat Emerald & Diamond Pave 18K Gold Bypass Cluster Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A bold and elegant bypass ring featuring 2.15 carats of emeralds and 2.27 carats of diamonds, set in 18K yellow gold for a striking, dynamic design. Details: Item Type: Bypass Ring ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Diamond Pave 18k White Gold Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, DE
Embodying the timeless elegance and impeccable craftsmanship synonymous with Cartier, this Diamond Pave 18k White Gold Band Ring is a testament to understated luxury.
White Diamond Pave Eternity Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handmade in 18k white gold. Ring size 5.
White Diamond, White Gold
Pavé Dome Sapphire and Diamond Ring, 4.63ct in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Pave Dome Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold Dome Ring features a pavé dome with natural round Sapphire and Round Brilliant Diamonds on the edge, all set in 18k Yellow Go...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Zigzag Tsavorite and Diamond Pavé Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The other dazzles with a sparkling gallery of pavé diamonds, their clustered light bouncing along the lush green tsavorites in visual interplay.
Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Beetle Bug Diamond Pave & Ruby 18K Rose Gold Animal Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This captivating piece is crafted in 18k rose gold, featuring a striking beetle design. The body is adorned with shimmering white diamonds, each with a carat weight of 0.04, creating...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$1,256Sale Price|20% Off
Pave Diamond Enamel Ring Made In 18k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:2.64g,D:1.51ct,SI:6.63g Enam:0.23g, Size: 24X18X32MM
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel
Bvlgari Pavé Diamond Set RingBvlgari Pavé Diamond Set Ring
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
Here we have an excellently crafted diamond ring from the world renowned luxury Italian jewellery designer, Bvlgari. A rich 18ct yellow gold mount plays host to a scintillating pavé ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rachel Koen Pave Diamond Ladies Ring 18K White Gold 1.15cttw
Located in New York, NY
While the design of wedding rings is becoming more modern in many cases, the tradition and symbolism of the ring is as strong today as it’s ever been. Presenting a luxury and elegant...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold 3.22ct Brazilian Emerald and Diamond Pave Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features a vibrant 3.22 carat Brazilian emerald as its centerpiece.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold 2.5tcw Paraiba Tourmaline and Diamond Pavé Dome Ring
Located in New York, NY
This striking pavé dome ring is set with 2.5 carats total weight of Paraiba tourmaline, a gemstone celebrated for its vivid neon glow and exceptional rarity in the world of fine jewe...
Diamond, Paraiba, 18k Gold, White Gold
Fascinating 0.6ct Natural Diamonds Pave Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
This piece of jewelry is fashioned from 18K white gold and showcases 79 round brilliant natural diamonds, totaling 0.6 carats. The diamonds are distinguished by a G color grade and a...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Horse Stallion Pony Diamond Pave & Ruby 18K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.30x3.10x3.45cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "151 Brown Diamonds 1.30 CT 3 White Diamonds 0.02 CT 88 Fancy Diamonds 0.71 CT 2 Ruby 0.11 CT 18KR 18.58 GM (WBTT)" 18K ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Horse Stallion Pony Diamond Pave & Ruby 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Color: 18K White Gold Materials: "125 White Diamonds 0.86 CT 1 Fancy Diamonds 0.09 CT 2 Ruby 0.05 CT 18KW 7.87 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Animal & Fantasy Jew...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Diamond Pavé Band Ring – 1.08 Carats
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Timeless elegance meets modern simplicity in this sparkling pavé band ring. Crafted in 18 karat white gold, the design features 1.08 carats of white round brilliant diamonds, meticul...
Diamond
Horse Stallion Pony Diamond Pave & Ruby 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Color: 18K White Gold Materials: "122 White Diamonds 0.73 CT 2 Ruby 0.05 CT 18KW 7.66 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Animal & Fantasy Jewelry Our Animal and Fant...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Horse Stallion Pony Diamond Pave & Ruby 18K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "90 Fancy Diamonds 1.19 CT 2 Ruby 0.05 CT 18KR 9.33 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Animal & Fantasy Jewelry Our Animal and Fantas...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Horse Stallion Pony Diamond Pave & Ruby 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Color: 18K White Gold Materials: "126 White Diamonds 0.98 CT 2 Ruby 0.04 CT 18KW 8.03 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Animal & Fantasy Jewelry Our Animal and Fant...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
BUNDA 2.19ct Diamond pave ring in 18k white gold
By Ben Bunda
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A BUNDA 'Bomb' diamond ring made in 18 carat white gold, pave set with round brilliant diamonds. Characteristics of diamonds: 123 = 2.19ct, F/ VS Total Weight: 6.99g
Diamond, White Gold
BUNDA 2.25ct Diamond pave ring in 18k yellow gold
By Ben Bunda
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A BUNDA 'Bomb' diamond ring made in 18 carat yellow gold, pave set with round brilliant diamonds. Characteristics of diamonds: 123 = 2.25ct, F/ VS Total Weight: 8.02g
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Puppy Dog Fancy Pave Diamond Ruby 18K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.09x1.81x2.98cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "103 Fancy Diamonds 1.70 CT 2 Ruby 0.06 CT 18KR 8.25 GM (WNTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Animal & Fantasy ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Horse Stallion Pony Diamond Pave & Ruby 18K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.03x2.05x2.71cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "99 Fancy Diamonds 0.81 CT 2 Ruby 0.04 CT 18KR 6.98 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Animal & Fantasy J...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Fantasy Dragon Diamond Pave & Ruby 18K Rose Gold Animal Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 3.20x2.45x2.65cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "117 Fancy Diamonds 1.04 CT 2 Ruby 0.06 CT 18KR 8.38 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Animal & Fantasy ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Estate 3.40ct Pavé Diamond Dome Ring 18k Yellow Gold - G/VS
Located in Orlando, FL
18K Yellow Gold Pavé Diamond Dome Cocktail Ring, ~3.40 CTW Metal: 18K yellow gold shank with 18K white gold pavé setting Diamonds: 49 round brilliant cut diamonds, ~3.40 CTW total, ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Fantasy Dragon Diamond Pave & Ruby 18K Rose Gold Animal Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.90x2.20x2.80cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "100 Fancy Diamonds 1.03 CT 2 Ruby 0.06 CT 18KR 9.51 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Animal & Fantasy ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
4.42 Carat Emerald & Diamond Pave 18K Gold Bypass Cluster Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A bold and elegant bypass ring featuring 2.15 carats of emeralds and 2.27 carats of diamonds, set in 18K yellow gold for a striking, dynamic design. Details: Item Type: Bypass Ring ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Blue Topaz Diamond 18K White Gold Pave Flat-top Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking fashion ring featuring a stunning array of oval and round blue topaz stones. The design showcases a vibrant mix of blue topaz, creating a captivating and luxurious appeara...
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
Captivating 3.77ct Pave Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
At the heart of the ring is a meticulously arranged pave setting, featuring a multitude of natural diamonds.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
BVLGARI Bvlgari Pave Diamond Circle Signature Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
By Bulgari
Located in San Diego, CA
BVLGARI Bvlgari Diamond Pave Circle Ring Metal: 18k Yellow Gold - 11.1 grams RING SIZE: 6.25 Size / Measurements: The curved dome measures 20 x 20 mm Pave with diamonds TCW: ~ 0.9...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$41,600Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier 5.20 Carat Pavé Diamond Wide Band Ring 18K White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
The ring features a sculptural domed wave construction crafted in luminous 18 karat white gold and fully set with seven flowing rows of pavé-set round brilliant diamonds, creating co...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Pave Diamond Heart Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Here we have a striking cluster ring featuring a heart-shaped design adorned with bright white round brilliant-cut diamonds. The diamonds are expertly set in 18ct yellow gold, creati...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,424Sale Price|20% Off
Pave Diamond Enamel Ring Made In 18k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:2.24g,D:1.73ct,SI:6.4g Enam:0.18g, Size: 25X17X31MM
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel
Stunning 0.16ct Pave Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Introducing our elegant 18K White Gold Round Brilliant Natural Diamond Band, a timeless piece that radiates sophistication and style. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, thi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.8 Carat Green Tourmaline Ring with Diamond Pave in 18k Gold
By Nancy Phillips
Located in Eugene, OR
This stunning 2.8ct green Tourmaline ring is crafted in luxurious 18k gold with 14 individual diamonds in the pavé.
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
$5,269Sale Price|50% Off
Stunning 18k Black and White Diamond Pavé Cocktail Ring US 7.5
By THEVAULT15
Located in Boostedt, DE
Style Details -18k black rhodium plated white gold -Eternity diamond pavé orb -Orb size 12mm - 0,47 inches -Total weight: 3 ct black and white diamonds -Comes in our branded stamped ...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold
IGI Certified 2.26ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k Yellow & White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
IGI Certified 2.26ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k Yellow & White Gold This stunning ring features a 2.01ct cushion-cut diamond set in a refined 18k yellow and white gold design, pe...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Pave' Crossover 4 Row Diamond Ring 2.17 Carats
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
18KYG Pave' Crossover 4 Row Diamond Ring 2.17CTS Explore the rhymik weaving of line to create form and movement.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Pave Diamond Snake Bypass Ring, 0.68ctw, Size 6.75
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style with this exquisite 18k Yellow Gold Pave Diamond Set Snake Bypass Ring.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2 Carat Diamond Pave Geometric Bombé Dome 18k White Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
2 carat total weight round brilliant diamond pave 18K white gold wide dome cocktail ring featuring a bold geometric mosaic pattern of pave-set diamond segments across a polished whit...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.01 Carat Cushion Diamond Double Pavé Diamonds Ring 18k Gold
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 2.01 carat Cushion diamond set in a split shank, double halo of Diamonds pave set in a 18k white gold ring, with swirls of white gold in a cathedral style.
White Diamond, 18k Gold
1.50 Pavé Diamond Flower Ring in 18K White & Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the breathtaking 1.50 Pavé Diamond Flower Ring in 18K White & Yellow Gold, a masterpiece from Elizabeth Fine Jewelry.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Brilliant 1.75ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Brilliant 1.75ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified This dazzling ring is a celebration of brilliance and precision.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Versatile 18K White Gold Charm Ring & Pendant with Pavé Diamond Heart
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Key Features: • Material: 18K White Gold • Gemstones: Natural Diamonds (approx. 0.5 ct total weight) • Weight: 11.4 grams • Design: Multi-heart charm ring with a pavé diamond cen...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rachel Koen Diamond Pave Ladies Ring 18K Rose Gold 3.00cttw
Located in New York, NY
This ring is crafted in 18k rose gold, set with dazzling white round cut diamonds, totaling 3.00 carat. Diamond color F-G and VS-SI clarity. Ring size 6.5. This luxury bold ring sty...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$2,576Sale Price|20% Off
Geometric Shaped Pave Diamond Long Ring In 18k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18k:1.54g,D:3.92ct,Slv:10.7gm,, 24X17X57MM
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Rachel Koen Pave Diamond Ladies Ring 18K White Gold 0.83cttw
Located in New York, NY
While the design of wedding rings is becoming more modern in many cases, the tradition and symbolism of the ring is as strong today as it’s ever been. Presenting a luxury and modern ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pave Diamond Ladies Wedding Band Ring 18K White Gold 0.77cttw
Located in New York, NY
While the design of wedding rings is becoming more modern in many cases, the tradition and symbolism of the ring is as strong today as it’s ever been. Presenting a luxury and memorab...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Estate 18k Yellow Gold Pavé 1.50ct Round Diamond Saddle Statement Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This 18K yellow gold ring exudes opulence with its dome-shaped design. Encrusted with white diamonds totaling 1.50 carats, the ring showcases a dazzling cluster that captures light f...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Gold Pave Diamond Two Bar Open Ring Unique Parallel Bar Ring
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Pave Diamond Two Bar Open Ring is made of 18k solid gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Vintage Bvlgari Astrea Pavé Diamond 18k White Gold Bypass Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Bvlgari Astrea Pavé Diamond 18k White Gold Bypass Ring. The classic Bvlgari snake theme from the modern Astrea line, this 18k white gold bypass ring wraps beautifully a...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,048Sale Price / item|20% Off
Round Cut 18K White Gold Diamond Pave Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Round Cut 18K White Gold Diamond Pave Engagement Ring . Expertly crafted in yellow gold, this ring showcases a natural round-cut diamond with a total carat weight of 1ttcw, ensuring ...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
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