Edwardian Platinum 950 fancy light yellow Halo Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
A truly beautiful natural diamond engagement ring! This 950 Platinum beauty features bezel set in
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Diamond Ring. GIA 1.60ct Old Euro Diamond Engagement Platinum Ring K VS1
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite antique engagement ring showcases a stunning GIA-certified old European cut diamond
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
An elegant three stone ring dating back to the Edwardian era. The centre old cut diamond weighs
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
.56 Carat Edwardian Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 7.25 Metal Type: 14 Karat Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$31,200Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Halo Engagement Ring. GIA 2.20ct Old Euro Cut Diamond Ring Platinum JVS1
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite antique engagement ring showcases a breathtaking GIA-certified old European cut
Diamond, Platinum
.50 Carat Edwardian Diamond 9 Karat Rose Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 7 Metal Type: 9 karat Rose Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.5
Diamond, Rose Gold
$2,520Sale Price|40% Off
Art Deco 0.86ct Light Yellow Diamond Engraved Engagement Filigree Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A captivating old mine cut yellow diamond solitaire antique engagement ring. This original, 100
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.50 Carat Edwardian Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 7 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.8 grams Center Diamond
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Cluster Engagement Ring. 1.50ct Old Euro Cut Diamond Platinum Ring I VS2
Located in New York, NY
any finger at no additional cost. Whether as a unique engagement ring or a distinguished addition to a
Diamond, Platinum
Estate Art Deco Platinum Old Mine Diamond Engagement Ring - VHK#374a
Located in Hicksville, NY
Estate Art Deco Platinum Old Mine Diamond Engagement Ring - VHK#374a Item Details: Year: 1910s
Platinum
GIA Certified 2.13 Carat Art Deco Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 5.75 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.5 grams Center Diamond
Diamond, Platinum
.51 Carat Edwardian Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 8.25 Metal Type: 14 karat Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: .0 grams Center
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.08 Carat Art Deco Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 9 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.0 grams Center Diamond
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian 0.70 Carat Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
This beautiful solitaire is a classic Edwardian engagement ring. The ring features an old cut
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 0.52 Carat Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, circa 1910s
Located in London, GB
This Edwardian engagement ring features a lovely old cut diamond with sparkling diamond shoulders
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.10 Carat Edwardian Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 7.25 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.2 grams Center Diamond
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.80 Carat Edwardian Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 3 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 6.3 grams Center Diamond
Diamond, Platinum
2.00 Carat Edwardian Oval Cabachon 14 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 4.5 Metal Type: 14Karat Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 1.5 grams Center
Yellow Gold
Circa 1910s GIA 1.08ct Unheated Blue Sapphire Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1910s Item Details: Ring Size: 7.25 Metal Type: 18K White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian 1.28 Carat Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, circa 1910s
Located in London, GB
A stunning 1.28 carat old cut diamond is the centre of this classic Edwardian engagement ring. The
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
1910 Edwardian Platinum .40 Carat Old European Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 5.25 Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 2.2 grams Center Diamond Details
White Diamond, Platinum
1.00 Carat Edwardian Oval Cabachon 14 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 7 Metal Type: 14Karat Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.0 grams Center
Yellow Gold
Antique 1910s Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Twist Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections. This fine and impressive ruby and diamond twist
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.03 Carat Edwardian Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 5.75 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.9 grams Center Diamond
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian 0.45 Carat Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, circa 1910s
Located in London, GB
This lovely Edwardian engagement ring features a beautiful 0.45 carat old cut diamond. It is an
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Circa 1910s GIA 1.10ct Old European Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1910s Item Details: Ring Size: 8.25 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 4.4
Diamond, Platinum
.20 Carat Total Weight Edwardian 9 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 6.5 Metal Type: 9 Karat Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.5 grams Center
Yellow Gold
1910 Art Deco GIA Certified .87 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 6 Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 2.8 grams Center Diamond Details GIA
White Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian 1.04 Carat Old European Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 7 Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 2.2 grams Center Diamond Details Shape
White Diamond, 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
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 1.25 CTW Mine Diamond Platinum Scrolled Filigree Engagement Ring GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
shoulders Stamped for platinum Circa: 1910 Ring Size: 6 3/4 and sizable Measures north to south 10.5 mm and
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Platinum 0.47ct Old European Diamond Filigree Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Total Carat Weight: 0.47 (approx.) Material: Solid Platinum Material Weight: 3.24 Grams Ring Size: 6.0
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian 0.51 Carat Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, circa 1910s
Located in London, GB
This pretty engagement ring showcases a 0.51 carat old cut diamond. It is a G colour and SI2
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.29 Carat Edwardian Diamond Platinum & 14 Karat Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 6.5 Metal Type: Platinum & 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.0 grams
Diamond, Platinum
$11,200Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Filigree 1.28 Carat Old European Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A fabulous filigree Art Deco diamond engagement ring. The sizable 1.28 carat solitaire old European
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1.66 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Twist Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
twist ring; part of our diverse diamond jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive yellow
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 4.95 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
An absolutely dazzling old European 4.95 carat diamond engagement ring. Along with a GIA pedigree
Diamond, Platinum
Belle Epoque Old European Diamond Platinum Butterfly Antique Engagement Ring GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
striated gallery and linear engraving Stamped for platinum Circa: 1910 Ring Size: 6 1/2 and sizable
Diamond, Platinum
1910 Edwardian GIA Certified .74 Carat Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 6 Metal Type: 18 Karat White Gold Weight: 3.1 grams Center Diamond
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$8,680Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Diamond & Blue Sapphire 3 Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
The Montecito antique engagement ring. The captivating and sleek geometric lines of this original
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.00 Carat Edwardian Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold & Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 6.75 Metal Type: 14 Karat Yellow Gold & Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 2.68 CTW Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Antique Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
-clean and bright Completed by partially ridged shank Ring Size: 7 and sizable Measures north to south
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum 1.02ct Unheated Ruby & 1.20cttw Old Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Size: 5.25 Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 3.3 g Gem Stone Details: Type: Ruby - Natural, Unheated Shape: Antique Cushion Color: Red Size: 1.14ct Diamond Details: Shape: Antique Cu...
Platinum
Antique Edwardian 1910s 1.60 Carat Old European cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
color, SI1 clarity. The ring features accenting Single cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Edwardian 1910s 5.02 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
color, VVS2 clarity, GIA #14288963. The ring features small accenting Single cut Diamonds on the shank
Diamond, Platinum
3.54ct Old Mine Cut Diamond Edwardian Platinum Engagement Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
It’s impossible not to fall in love with this breathtaking antique engagement ring - a perfect
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 0.62ctw Transitional Round Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum Size 4.75
Located in McLeansville, NC
Band / Shank Width: 1 mm This ring is a size 4 3/4, but it can be resized down 1 size for a $30 fee or
Diamond, Platinum
.55 Carat Edwardian Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 4.5 Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: grams Center Diamond
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Antique 2.11 Carat Transitional Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
Original Edwardian handmade engagement ring featuring a 2.11 carat transitional cut diamond set in
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified .85 Carat Art Deco Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 7.5 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.9 grams Center Diamond
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Edwardian 1915 1.25 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
color, VS2 clarity. The ring features accenting Single cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately
Diamond, Platinum
1.36 Carat Edwardian Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 8 Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.9 grams Center Diamond
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian 1910s 1.30 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
color, SI1 clarity. The ring features smaller accenting Diamonds and Emeralds on the setting. Circa
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1.00 Carat Edwardian Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 4.5 Metal Type: 14k Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.0 grams Diamond
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.51 Carat Art Deco Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 6.5 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.0 grams Center Diamond
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified .55 Carat Edwardian 14 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 7.5 Metal Type: 14k Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.0 grams Diamond
Yellow Gold
GIA Certified .70 Carat Edwardian Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 7.75 Metal Type: 14 Karat Rose Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.0 grams Center
Diamond, Rose Gold
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
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.