Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.00 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
The ring features accenting Baguette and Single cut Diamonds on the setting weighing a total of approximately 0.50 carat.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.10 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with and Old European cut Diamond weighing approximately 1.10 carats, I color, VS2 clarity The ring features accenting Diamonds on the setting weighing a t...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.25 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
The ring features 2 Single cut side Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 0.10 carat.
Diamond, 18k Gold
1930s 0.48 Carat Diamond Trilogy Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Condition This 1930s engagement ring is fine quality, displaying an impressive set of very high color graded old cut diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.57 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
The ring features additional Diamonds on the setting.
Diamond, Platinum
Statement Diamond Ring set in Platinum 2.95 Carat Natural SI, Circa 1930s UK
Located in Grantham, GB
An exceptional original circa 1930s Art Deco diamond ring, beautifully crafted in platinum and set with an impressive 2.01 carat Old European cut natural diamond, surrounded by bague...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.47 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
The ring features 10 additional Diamonds along the setting.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 1.00 Carat Ruby and Diamond Three-Stone Ring, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
A deep red ruby sits between two diamonds in this art deco three stone ring. The ruby is 1.00 carat and has a lovely colour and clarity.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Certified Natural Sapphire Diamond Cocktail Ring Platinum Gold 1930s
Located in Lisbon, PT
Art Deco certified 2.5-carat natural sapphire and 2.25-carat diamond cocktail or engagement ring in platinum and yellow gold, by Portuguese jeweler Joaquim Lory & Cª and accompanied ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 0.75 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
The ring features small accenting Old European cut Diamonds on the setting.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.36 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
The ring features small accenting Round cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 0.30 carat.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.03 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
The ring features 4 Baguette cut side Diamonds. Circa 1930s Size 6 1/2, resizable
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.30 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
The ring features 4 small side Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 0.20 carat.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.55 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
The ring features accenting Baguette and Single cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 0.25 carat.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.00 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
The ring features accenting Round cut Diamonds on the setting weighing a total of approximately 0.30 carats.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 0.95 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
The ring features small Diamonds on the setting weighing a total of approximately 0.80 carat.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.10 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
The ring features smaller Round and Baguette cut Diamonds on the setting weighing a total of approximately 0.60 carats.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.56 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
The ring features 4 accenting Old European cut Diamonds on the setting.
Diamond, Platinum
1930s 3.61 Carat Citrine and 1.20 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique 1930s 3.61 carat citrine and 1.20 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and palladium set cocktail ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry colle...
Diamond, Citrine, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.20 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
The ring features additional Diamonds intricately arranged along the setting weighing a total of approximately 1.00 carat.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 2.50 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
The ring features 8 smaller Diamonds on the setting that weigh a total of approximately 0.24 carat.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.62 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
The ring features accenting Baguette and Single cut Diamonds on the setting weighing a total of approximately 0.40 carat.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.08 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
The ring features small accenting Single cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 0.30 carat.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 5.15 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
The ring also features accenting smaller Old European cut Diamonds on the setting.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 4.01 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with a GIA certified Old Mine cut Diamond weighing 4.01 carats, L color, VS2 clarity, GIA #2165544214 The ring features additional Diamonds and Square cut ...
Diamond, Platinum
Circa 1930s 18K White Gold .80ct Diamond Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1920s Item Details: Ring Size: 9 (Sizable) Metal Type: 18k White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 6.0 grams Diamond Details: .80ct, Fancy Light Brown, VS Clarity, Old Euro...
Brown Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco 1930s 2.50 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
The ring features 2 Shield cut side Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 0.90 carat.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.40 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Old European cut Diamond weighing approximately 1.40 carats, J color, VVS clarity. Circa 1930s Size 6 1/2, resizable
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 0.60 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Old European cut center Diamond weighing approximately 0.60 carat and Single cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 0.25 carat. Circa 1930s...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.50 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Dinner Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold with an Old European cut Diamond weighing approximately 1.50 carats, as well as smaller Old European and Old Mine cut Diamonds weighing approximately...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.00 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Old European cut Diamond weighing approximately 1.00 carat, J color, VS clarity. Circa 1930s Size 9, resizable
Diamond, Platinum
1930s Art Deco .60 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 7 Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 3.1 grams Center Diamond Details Shape: Old European Cut Carat Weight: .60 carat Color: I Clarity: VS1 Side Stone Details: ...
White Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1930s 6.80 Ct Cabochon Cut Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Condition This stunning original antique 1930s ring is exceptional quality set with a natural blue Burmese sapphire and very high color graded diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
1930s Art Deco Platinum 1.60 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 6.75 Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 3.8 grams Center Diamond Details Shape: Old European Cut Carat Weight: 1.60 carat Color: N Clarity: VS Side Stone Detai...
White Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 4.00 Carat Square Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with a GIA certified Square Emerald cut Diamond weighing 4.00 carats, K color, VS1 clarity, GIA #12729816 The setting features four Baguette cut Diamonds w...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 2.03 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with a GIA certified Old European cut Diamond weighing 2.03 carats, J color, SI2 clarity, GIA #2225747200. The also features several accenting Baguette and...
Diamond, Platinum
1930s Art Deco GIA Certified .35 Carat Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 5.75 Metal Type: 14 Karat White Gold Weight: 2.8 grams Center Diamond Details GIA CERTIFIED Center Diamond - Certificate #1186256492 Shape: Round Brillian...
White Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Platinum Ladies Ring with 1.50 Carat Diamond and Rubies, 1930s
Located in Braintree, GB
Art Deco platinum ladies ring with 1.50 ct diamond and rubies Circa 1930's Tested positive for platinum Dimensions - Weight : 4.5 grams Finger Size (UK) = O (US) = 7 1/2 (EU) = 55 ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 2.41 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Old European cut Diamond at the center weighing 2.41 carats, K color, SI1 clarity, and accenting single cut Diamonds. Circa 1930s Size 5 1/4, resiz...
Diamond, Platinum
Circa 1930s Art Deco 18K White Gold Old European Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1930s Item Details: Ring Size: 5 (Sizable) Metal Type: 18k White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.5 grams Diamond Details: .45ct, Old European Brilliant, I Color, VS C...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.50 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Old European cut Diamond weighing approximately 1.50 carats, G color, VS clarity, accented by Old European cut Diamonds and French cut Rubies. Circ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Circa 1930s Art Deco Onyx & Diamond GIA 1.26ct Old European Brilliant Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1930s Item Details: Ring Size: 7.5 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 6.5 grams Center Diamond Details: GIA Report#: 6234063629 Weight: 1.26ct total weigh...
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
1930s 1.76 Carat Pink Tourmaline 1.70 Carat Peridot and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 1.76 carat pink tourmaline, 1.70 carat peridot and 0.34 carat diamond platinum Art Deco cocktail ring; part of our antique cocktail rings collection. ...
Diamond, Peridot, Tourmaline, Platinum
1930s Art Deco GIA Certified .60 Carat Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 8.5 Metal Type: 18 Karat White Gold Weight: 3.4 grams Center Diamond Details: GIA CERTIFIED Center Diamond - Certificate #5181300968 Shape: Circular Brill...
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
1930s Antique 1.70 Carat Sapphire and 2.10 Carat Diamond Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive 1930s sapphire and diamond ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with a 14k white gold setting.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Deco 1930s 0.70 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Old European cut Diamond weighing approximately 0.70 carat. The ring features small Diamonds on the setting weighing a total of approximately 0.50 ...
Diamond, Platinum
Circa 1930s 18K White Gold .35ct Old European Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1930s Item Details: Ring Size: 3 Metal Type: 18k white gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 1.9 grams Diamond Details Center Diamond: .35ct weight, Old European brilliant shap...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1930s 14KW .85 Carat European Cut Diamond Bezel Art Deco Ring
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1930s 14KW .85ct European Cut Diamond Bezel Art Deco Engagement Ring - The center Old European Cut diamond weighs approximately .85ct with J color and VS2 clarity.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique 1930s Wide 8mm Diamond Platinum Bow & Ribbon Pattern Wedding Band
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Antique diamond wedding ring, circa 1935, from the moderne period. This wide 8mm sparkling band is studded with 34 round natural diamonds totaling 1.33ct set in an elaborate bow and ...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 2.40 Carat Three Stone Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Old European cut Diamond in the center weighing approximately 1.10 carats, G-H color, VS clarity, accented by a pair of Old European cut Diamonds w...
Diamond, Platinum
Late Art Deco 0.50 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Three-Stone Ring, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
A lovely blue sapphire sits between two diamonds in this late art deco three stone ring. The carre cut blue sapphire is 0.50 carat.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 1930s 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum 0.18ctw Diamond Trilogy Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An Art Deco diamond, yellow gold, and platinum ring, comprising one transitional cut diamond, and two single cut diamonds, set in platinum, to a band of 18 karat yellow gold. This ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1930s Art Deco 1.50cttw 3 Stone Old European Diamond Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1930s Item Details: Ring Size: 6.5 (Sizable) Metal Type: 14K White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.3 grams Diamond Details: 1.50ct total weight.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco 1930s 2.25 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Old European cut center Diamond weighing 2.25 carats, I color, VS clarity, and accenting smaller Old European cut Diamonds weighing approximately a...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 0.80 Carat Cabochon Ruby and 1.30 Carat Diamonds Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with a Cabochon Ruby weighing approximately 0.80 carat, and Old European cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 1.30 carats. Circa 1930s Size 5 1/2...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Circa 1930s 18K White Gold Old European Cut Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 4.75 Metal Type: 18k White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.7 grams Diamond Details Center Diamond: .20ct, Old European Brilliant, G Color, VS Clarity...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Circa 1930s AGL Certified Burma Unheated Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1930s Item Details: Ring Size: 6 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.0 grams Center Diamond Details: AGL Report #1104802 Weight: .99ct total weight Cut: ...
Sapphire, Platinum
1930s Art Deco GIA Certified .35 Carat Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 6 Metal Type: 18 Karat White Gold Weight: 2.2 grams Center Diamond Details GIA CERTIFIED Center Diamond - Certificate #1182254598 Shape: Circular Brillian...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 1930s Platinum 2.44ctw Old Cut Diamond Ring with Baguette Cut Shoulders
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
The central cluster of diamonds pre-dates the rest of the ring and was given a new lease of life in the 1930s, when set into this striking ring, accompanied by modern baguette diamon...
Diamond, Platinum
1930s 18 Karat White .50 Carat European Cut Diamond Filigree Art Deco Ring
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1930s 18KW .50ct European Cut Diamond Filigree Art Deco Engagement Ring - The center diamond weighs approximately .50ct with K color and VS1 clarity.
Diamond
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.
Ready to rock? Some of our favorite jewelry designers and dealers share indispensable advice for choosing that most important ring.
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.