Edwardian 1.05ct Diamond and Sapphire Five Stone Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
This wonderful five stone ring dates to the Edwardian era. At its centre sits a 0.45ct old cut diamond as the centre stone, flanked by two 0.30 carat diamonds on each side. Set in be...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2.00 Carat Ceylon Sapphire and 1.16 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 2 carat Ceylon sapphire and 1.16 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and platinum set cocktail ring; part of our diverse antique sapphire jewe...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 0.90ct Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
This beautiful Edwardian ring features a deep blue sapphire in the centre, surrounded by ten old cut diamonds. Rub over set into 18 carat yellow gold the sapphire weighs 0.90 carat a...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Natural Tahtitan Pearl and Diamond Solitaire Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the Edwardian era, this wonderful solitaire ring centres around a single natural tahitian black pearl. The black pearl is 7mm in width and is certified as natural origin an...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Old European Cut Diamond Dinner Ring, circa 1915
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique Edwardian platinum dinner ring featuring approximately 2.02 carat total weight old European cut and single cut diamonds in a setting adorned with engraving and milgrain metal...
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian 1.00ct Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
A trio of beautiful old cut diamonds are on display in this stunning Edwardian three stone ring. To the centre sits a 0.50 carat old cut diamond, flanked a pair of 0.25 carat diamond...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 0.40ct Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Twist Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
This charming Edwardian twist ring features a 0.40 carat, oval cut ruby at it’s centre, highlighted by two flanking diamonds. The diamonds are eight cut stones, weighing 0.05 carat a...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Circa 1919 14K Yellow Gold GIA 1.00ct Old European Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1916 (Engraved on inner shank) (“NOV 25 1916”) Item Details: Ring Size: 5.5 Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold and Platinum Head [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.1 grams Center Di...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 0.85ct Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
A trio of rub over set, old cut diamonds are on display in this wonderful Edwardian trilogy ring. The largest of the trio sits central at 0.35 carat and the two flanking stones being...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Old European Cut Diamond Antique Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Monica, CA
A circa 1915 antique treasure, this three-stone engagement ring from the antique fine jewelry collection at Bracken Jewelers in Santa Monica, California, embodies the romance of the ...
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian 1.70ct Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
A trio of old cut diamonds are beautifully displayed in this Edwardian ring. The central stone sits the largest at 0.70 carat whilst the two flanking stones are 0.50 carat apiece. Th...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Coronet Cluster Ring, English, circa 1915
Located in London, GB
Edwardian Ceylon sapphire and diamond coronet cluster ring. Set to center with a single cushion shape old cut natural unenhanced Ceylon sapphire in an open back claw setting witn an ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Ring 0.65ct Sapphire 0.2 ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø3.75 US/ 2gr
Located in SE
Beautiful Sapphire and Diamonds Ring,hand - made ca. 1920s - 1930s. Band and part of openwork crown in solid 18 ct Yellow Gold with face and clusters in Platinum. Likely German, h...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Nouveau turquoise diamond 18k yellow gold dragon band
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum, the band combines warm golden tones with cool diamond-set details, creating depth and contrast throughout the design.
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 3.35ct Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
A trio of old cushion cut diamonds are beautifully displayed in this Edwardian ring. The central stone sits the largest at 1.35 carat whilst the two flanking stones are 1.00 carat ap...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 1.05ct Diamond Three Stone Twist Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
A beautiful spin on the classic trilogy design, this Edwardian ring features three sparkling old cut diamonds set diagonally at its centre. Each diamond matched in size at 0.35 carat...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
1917 Sigrid's Ring Diamonds Sapphire 18K Gold Ø US7.5 / 2.47gr
Located in SE
Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with the top of the crown in White Gold decorated with a row of natural Diamonds and Blue Sapphire. Swedish hallmarks, 18K( Yellow Gold), maker's, Sto...
Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Edwardian 0.90ct Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to Edwardian period this charming three stone engagement ring features a central 0.30 carat, old cut diamond, flanked a pair of 0.20 carat diamonds. Each stone ranges in ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 1.01ct Diamond Three Stone Twist Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
This ring from the Edwardian period features a truly unique design. The vertical three diamonds are enveloped in a twisting band to create an eye catching piece. Taking centre stage ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 3.00ct Diamond Cross Over Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
A trio of beautiful old cut diamonds are on display in this stunning Edwardian cross over ring. The middle of the three is the biggest at 1.40 carat with the flanking pair being 0.80...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Padparadschah Oval Sapphire Approximately 1.10 Carat, Diamond & 14 Karat Ring
Located in Berkeley, CA
This stunning French 'Turn of the Century' Ring is a beautiful light peach pink Padparadschah Sapphire surrounded by Platinum filigree set diamonds. The carat wight of the diamonds i...
Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 0.95ct Diamond Five Stone, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
This elegant Edwardian five stone ring showcases a collection of sparkling old cut diamonds. The three central diamonds match in weight at 0.25 carat, whilst the end pair taper gentl...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 0.60ct Diamond Three Stone Twist Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
This wonderful Edwardian ring features a trio of old cut diamonds. The centre diamond is 0.30 carat, whilst the flanking pair weigh 0.15 carat each. The trio range in colour from G t...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 1.00ct Turquoise and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the Edwardian era, this wonderful triple cluster ring centres around a trio of beautiful turquoise. The middle gem sits at 0.40 carat with the flanking pair weighing 0.30 c...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 1.10ct Diamond Three Stone Twist Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
A beautiful spin on the classic trilogy design, this Edwardian ring features three glittering old cut diamonds set diagonally at its centre. The main diamond is 0.60 carat, with the ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 1.35ct Sapphire and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
This beautiful trilogy ring features a central sapphire flanked by a pair of sparkling old cut diamonds. The intense blue sapphire is a natural stone, emerald cut and weighing 1.35 c...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 0.60ct Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
A bright ruby sits between two contrasting old cut diamonds in this Edwardian engagement ring. The oval ruby has a weight of 0.60ct, creating the perfect visual balance with the diam...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 1.10ct Sapphire and Diamond Trilogy Halo Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
A stunning example of Edwardian craftsmanship, this exquisite trilogy halo ring showcases three vivid blue sapphires enrobed in old cut diamonds. The central sapphire sits the larges...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 0.90ct Ruby and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
This stunning trilogy ring from the Edwardian period features an oval cut, 0.90 carat, ruby at it’s centre flanked by two 0.20 carat old cut diamonds, all claw set into a platinum mo...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Gubelin Certified Natural Colombian Emerald 3.38 Carat and Diamond Ring
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Ultra Rare Gubelin and GIA certified Natural Emerald and Diamond Ring. 3.38 Carat Emerald is brilliant-cut, Colombian origin. Two round old European cut diamonds on the sides, 4.14...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Belle Époque 0.40ct Ruby and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
A luscious ruby is flanked by two glittering old cut diamonds in this French trilogy ring. The ruby is an old cut stone weighing 0.40 carat and is set into 18 carat yellow gold. Cont...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Nouveau 4 Carat Cabochon Sapphire Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This antique Art Nouveau gemstone engagement ring presents a lovely 2 tone composition centered with a dark blue sapphire cabochon. Crafted with exquisite attention to detail, the ro...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum Gold Ring with 1.0ct Rose Cut Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
Platinum, Gold Weight 6.0g Art Deco Style Featuring Rose Cut Diamond Approx. 1.0ct Measurements 1.89in x 0.36in 1910 Period
Diamond
Edwardian Demantoid Garnet and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian Demantoid garnet and diamond ring, the cushion-cut green garnet weighing 2.05 carats, accompanied by GCS report 81281-75 stating to be natural Demantoid garnet, with hor...
Diamond, Garnet, Platinum
Edwardian Natural Pearl and Diamond Cross over Ring
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian natural pearl and diamond cross over ring, the natural pearl weighing 1.54 carats, accompanied by GCS Report, set in cross over style with an old brilliant-cut diamond, ...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum 7.80ctw GIA Burma Jade & Diamond Black Enamel Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This truly unique and stunning antique art deco period cocktail ring crafted in solid platinum and features a breathtaking, GIA certified, natural jade stone that displays very rich ...
Diamond, Jade, Platinum, Enamel
Edwardian Emerald and Diamond Crossover Ring, circa 1915
Located in London, GB
Edwardian emerald and diamond crossover ring. Set to centre with a single square emerald-cut natural Colombian emerald with no colour enhancement and minor clarity enhancement in an ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
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.
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.
Will your beloved be enchanted by an Edwardian ring or a trendy Art Deco piece? We clue you into period styles and tips for finding the perfect ring.