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Antique 3.54ct Diamond Cluster Ring in 18k Gold & Platinum, Circa 1900
Antique 3.54ct Diamond Cluster Ring in 18k Gold & Platinum, Circa 1900

Antique 3.54ct Diamond Cluster Ring in 18k Gold & Platinum, Circa 1900

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

and impressive vintage diamond ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with a platinum setting. The

Category

Vintage 1960s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Retro 1960s 12 Carats Aquamarine 18 Karat White Gold Platinum Ring
French Retro 1960s 12 Carats Aquamarine 18 Karat White Gold Platinum Ring

French Retro 1960s 12 Carats Aquamarine 18 Karat White Gold Platinum Ring

Located in Poitiers, FR

Ring in 18 karat white gold, eagle head hallmark and platinum, dog head hallmark. An important

Category

Vintage 1960s French Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Bulgari 1960s Vintage Platinum and Yellow Gold Ring with 2.01 ct Burmese Ruby
Bulgari 1960s Vintage Platinum and Yellow Gold Ring with 2.01 ct Burmese Ruby

Bulgari 1960s Vintage Platinum and Yellow Gold Ring with 2.01 ct Burmese Ruby

By Bulgari

Located in Roma, IT

A magnificent and rare Bulgari vintage ring from the 1960s, masterfully crafted in platinum and

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Vintage 1960s Italian Neoclassical Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

French 1960s Pearl Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Platinum Flake Ring
French 1960s Pearl Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Platinum Flake Ring

French 1960s Pearl Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Platinum Flake Ring

Located in Poitiers, FR

Ring in 18 karat white gold, eagle head hallmark and platinum, dog head hallmark. Charming daisy

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Vintage 1960s French Retro Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gol...

Vintage Diamond and Platinum Eternity Band
Vintage Diamond and Platinum Eternity Band

Vintage Diamond and Platinum Eternity Band

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

are set within the platinum band. Ring Size: I or 4 1/4 Band Width: 2mm Weight: 2.39g

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Vintage 1960s British Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Platinum

1960s Baguette Diamond Platinum Eternity Band
1960s Baguette Diamond Platinum Eternity Band

1960s Baguette Diamond Platinum Eternity Band

Located in Houston, TX

Diamond eternity band with thirty-six (36) channel-set baguette diamonds that total 3.50 carats ; H-I color and VS2-SI2 clarity. Band is a size 7 and is 3/16 inches wide.

Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Van Cleef Diamond Wedding Band. 1.5TCW Eternity Platinum Band Bypass VCA
Vintage Van Cleef Diamond Wedding Band. 1.5TCW Eternity Platinum Band Bypass VCA

Vintage Van Cleef Diamond Wedding Band. 1.5TCW Eternity Platinum Band Bypass VCA

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in New York, NY

; Arpels embodies the maison’s signature elegance and refined craftsmanship. Created circa 1960, the ring

Category

Vintage 1960s Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Retro Platinum Carre Cut Diamond and Emerald Wedding Band
Vintage Retro Platinum Carre Cut Diamond and Emerald Wedding Band

Vintage Retro Platinum Carre Cut Diamond and Emerald Wedding Band

Located in Great Neck, NY

cut diamond and emerald wedding band is crafted in platinum. The ring features white carre cut

Category

Vintage 1960s Retro Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Emerald And Diamond Ring
Emerald And Diamond Ring

Emerald And Diamond Ring

Located in New York, NY

Emerald And Diamond Ring A ring featuring a center emerald cut emerald surrounded by baguette cut

Category

Vintage 1960s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Vintage Retro Platinum Diamond and Ruby Eternity Wedding Band - Size 6 1/2
Vintage Retro Platinum Diamond and Ruby Eternity Wedding Band - Size 6 1/2

Vintage Retro Platinum Diamond and Ruby Eternity Wedding Band - Size 6 1/2

Located in Great Neck, NY

incredible Retro diamond and ruby wedding band is crafted in platinum. This beautiful ring features round cut

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Vintage 1960s Retro Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Platinum Marquise Diamond Eternity Band 7.00ctw
Platinum Marquise Diamond Eternity Band 7.00ctw

Platinum Marquise Diamond Eternity Band 7.00ctw

Located in Narberth, PA

A stunning diamond eternity band from the 1960s era! Crafted in platinum, this unique ring features

Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Diamond, Platinum and 18 Carat Gold Eternity Band
Vintage Diamond, Platinum and 18 Carat Gold Eternity Band

Vintage Diamond, Platinum and 18 Carat Gold Eternity Band

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

ring is modelled in yellow gold which is visible from the side. Ring Size: L or 5 3/4 Band Width

Category

Vintage 1960s British Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Platinum

OSCAR HEYMAN Vintage Platinum Marquise Diamond Engagement Suite 1.00ct
OSCAR HEYMAN Vintage Platinum Marquise Diamond Engagement Suite 1.00ct

OSCAR HEYMAN Vintage Platinum Marquise Diamond Engagement Suite 1.00ct

By Oscar Heyman

Located in Narberth, PA

designer OSCAR HEYMAN! This unique trio of rings is composed of platinum, and the central marquise diamond

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Vintage 1960s Retro Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Ring
Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Ring

Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Ring

Located in New York, NY

Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Ring A ballerina ring featuring a pear-shaped ruby surrounded by round

Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

1960s Cabochon Ruby Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring
1960s Cabochon Ruby Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring

1960s Cabochon Ruby Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring

Located in New York, NY

baguettes weighing approximately 4.70 carats. All set in a handcrafted platinum mounting with a ring size of

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Vintage 1960s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Vintage 1960s David Webb 6.00 Carat Emerald Ring
Vintage 1960s David Webb 6.00 Carat Emerald Ring

Vintage 1960s David Webb 6.00 Carat Emerald Ring

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in platinum with an Emerald weighing approximately 6.00 carats, and Round Brilliant

Category

Vintage 1960s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

1960s GIA Certified 1.15ct Asscher Cut Diamond Ring
1960s GIA Certified 1.15ct Asscher Cut Diamond Ring

1960s GIA Certified 1.15ct Asscher Cut Diamond Ring

Located in New York, NY

Made of platinum, this ring centers a sparkling GIA certified asscher cut diamond that weighs

Category

Vintage 1960s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Mid Century GIA 1.56 carat cushion cut diamond engagement ring
Mid Century GIA 1.56 carat cushion cut diamond engagement ring

Mid Century GIA 1.56 carat cushion cut diamond engagement ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This exquisite Mid Century platinum ring features a dazzling 1.56 carat cushion brilliant cut

Category

Vintage 1960s Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 1.10 Carat Diamond Solitaire Ring
Vintage 1.10 Carat Diamond Solitaire Ring

Vintage 1.10 Carat Diamond Solitaire Ring

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

platinum. Ring Size: P or 7 1/2

Category

Vintage 1960s British Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 1960s 5.00 Carat Cabochon Ruby Ring with Diamonds
Vintage 1960s 5.00 Carat Cabochon Ruby Ring with Diamonds

Vintage 1960s 5.00 Carat Cabochon Ruby Ring with Diamonds

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum with a Cabochon Ruby weighing approximately 5.00

Category

Vintage 1960s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage 1960s Raymond Yard 4.63 Carat Ruby Ring
Vintage 1960s Raymond Yard 4.63 Carat Ruby Ring

Vintage 1960s Raymond Yard 4.63 Carat Ruby Ring

By Raymond C. Yard

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in platinum featuring an AGL and GIA certified Oval cut Ruby of Burma origin that is

Category

Vintage 1960s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Vintage 1960s Red Enamel and Diamonds Domed Cocktail Ring
Vintage 1960s Red Enamel and Diamonds Domed Cocktail Ring

Vintage 1960s Red Enamel and Diamonds Domed Cocktail Ring

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold, platinum and red enamel with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds

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Vintage 1960s Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Vintage Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Vintage Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Cluster Ring

Vintage Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Cluster Ring

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

in platinum. The central diamond measures 50pts and the diamond total of this ring is 1.06pts. The

Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Platinum

David Webb Tutti Frutti Ring
David Webb Tutti Frutti Ring

David Webb Tutti Frutti Ring

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

David Webb Tutti Frutti Ring An 18 karat gold ring set with carved emeralds, sapphires, & ruby

Category

Vintage 1960s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Cabochon Emerald Cluster Diamond Ring
Cabochon Emerald Cluster Diamond Ring

Cabochon Emerald Cluster Diamond Ring

Located in Bethesda, MD

Platinum Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring, featuring a center round cabochon emerald weighing 1.00

Category

Vintage 1960s Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Vintage 1960s 2.10 Carat Marquise Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Vintage 1960s 2.10 Carat Marquise Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

Vintage 1960s 2.10 Carat Marquise Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in platinum and 18k yellow gold featuring a center Marquise cut Diamond weighing

Category

Vintage 1960s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage 1960s David Webb Emerald and Diamond Ring
Vintage 1960s David Webb Emerald and Diamond Ring

Vintage 1960s David Webb Emerald and Diamond Ring

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum with an AGL certified, Colombian origin Emerald

Category

Vintage 1960s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage  Sapphire & Old Euro Diamond Floral Halo Ring
Vintage  Sapphire & Old Euro Diamond Floral Halo Ring

Vintage Sapphire & Old Euro Diamond Floral Halo Ring

Located in Miami, FL

Gold and Platinum Size: 5 (adjustable) Weight: 3.22 grams Ring Style: Diamond Halo Setting Shank Type

Category

Vintage 1960s Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Tiffany Three Stone Diamond Engagement Ring
Tiffany Three Stone Diamond Engagement Ring

Tiffany Three Stone Diamond Engagement Ring

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

. Metal: Platinum Weight: 7.85 grams Period: 1961 Tiffany Three-Stone Engagement Ring with Baguette Side

Category

Vintage 1960s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Oscar Heyman GIA Ceylon no heat sapphire diamond 18k gold cocktail ring
Oscar Heyman GIA Ceylon no heat sapphire diamond 18k gold cocktail ring

Oscar Heyman GIA Ceylon no heat sapphire diamond 18k gold cocktail ring

By Oscar Heyman

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

luxurious combination of 18k gold and platinum during the 1960s, the ring reflects Oscar Heyman’s renowned

Category

Vintage 1960s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Classic GIA 6.16cts D-VS1 Diamond Pear Shape Engagement Ring
Classic GIA 6.16cts D-VS1 Diamond Pear Shape Engagement Ring

Classic GIA 6.16cts D-VS1 Diamond Pear Shape Engagement Ring

Located in Miami, FL

VS1 clarity. The setting is made of platinum and weighs 7.5 grams. This diamond ring is accompanied

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Vintage 1960s North American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier diamond dress ring, French, 1963
Cartier diamond dress ring, French, 1963

Cartier diamond dress ring, French, 1963

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

Cartier diamond dress ring. Set with eight round brilliant cut diamonds in open back claw settings

Category

Vintage 1960s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold

1960s Seaman Schepps Diamond Emerald Flower Ring
1960s Seaman Schepps Diamond Emerald Flower Ring

1960s Seaman Schepps Diamond Emerald Flower Ring

By Seaman Schepps

Located in London, GB

. Tested platinum, marked 'SEAMAN SCHEPPS', American, circa 1965. UK ring size L US ring size 5 3/4 Please

Category

Vintage 1960s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Boucheron Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Ring
Boucheron Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Ring

Boucheron Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Ring

By Boucheron

Located in New York, NY

Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring A ring set with a sugarloaf cabochon emerald accented by

Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Oscar Heyman Brothers Natural Unenhanced Ruby and Diamond Ring
Oscar Heyman Brothers Natural Unenhanced Ruby and Diamond Ring

Oscar Heyman Brothers Natural Unenhanced Ruby and Diamond Ring

By Oscar Heyman

Located in London, GB

Ruby and diamond ring by Oscar Heyman Brothers. Set slightly raised to centre with a natural

Category

Vintage 1960s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

1960s Modernist 11.02ct Colombian Emerald & Diamond Ring, France
1960s Modernist 11.02ct Colombian Emerald & Diamond Ring, France

1960s Modernist 11.02ct Colombian Emerald & Diamond Ring, France

Located in Tel Aviv - Jaffa, IL

and adding remarkable brilliance. Masterfully set in 18 karat gold and platinum, this 1960s creation

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Vintage 1960s French Modernist Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage Citrine and Diamond 9 Carat Gold Solitaire Ring
Vintage Citrine and Diamond 9 Carat Gold Solitaire Ring

Vintage Citrine and Diamond 9 Carat Gold Solitaire Ring

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

each. Modelled in 9carat gold. Ring Size: O or 7 1/4 Height From Finger: 10mm Weight: 4.6g

Category

Vintage 1960s British Solitaire Rings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Gold, Platinum

Neiman Marcus French diamond twist rings
Neiman Marcus French diamond twist rings

Neiman Marcus French diamond twist rings

By Neiman Marcus

Located in New York, NY

A pair of diamond and gold rings of twisted, bombé design, in 18k gold and platinum. Neiman Marcus

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Vintage 1960s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

1960s 1.10 Carat Sapphire 1.20 Carat Diamond Gold Cluster Ring
1960s 1.10 Carat Sapphire 1.20 Carat Diamond Gold Cluster Ring

1960s 1.10 Carat Sapphire 1.20 Carat Diamond Gold Cluster Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

karat white gold, platinum set cluster ring; part of our vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections

Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Vintage Diamond and 9 Carat White Gold Half Eternity Ring
Vintage Diamond and 9 Carat White Gold Half Eternity Ring

Vintage Diamond and 9 Carat White Gold Half Eternity Ring

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

The diamonds in this ring total approximately 50pts and are princess cut which give such a

Category

Vintage 1960s British Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage star ring with diamonds and sapphires
Vintage star ring with diamonds and sapphires

Vintage star ring with diamonds and sapphires

Located in Milano, MI

Vintage ring 1960s period c.a. set in platinum with round cut diamonds for 1.10ct total c.a

Category

Vintage 1960s Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage Diamond and 1.10 Carat Emerald 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring
Vintage Diamond and 1.10 Carat Emerald 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring

Vintage Diamond and 1.10 Carat Emerald 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

platinum set cocktail ring; part of our diverse range of gemstone jewellery. This impressive vintage

Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Mid-Century 4.55 Carat Black Opal and 1.5 Carat Diamond Cocktail Ring
Mid-Century 4.55 Carat Black Opal and 1.5 Carat Diamond Cocktail Ring

Mid-Century 4.55 Carat Black Opal and 1.5 Carat Diamond Cocktail Ring

Located in Santa Barbara, CA

A fab Mid Century Australian black opal and diamond ring. With a fabulous play of color, flashing

Category

Vintage 1960s Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Bulgari Diamond Trombino Ring, Italian, circa 1963
Bulgari Diamond Trombino Ring, Italian, circa 1963

Bulgari Diamond Trombino Ring, Italian, circa 1963

By Bulgari

Located in London, GB

Bulgari diamond Trombino ring. Set to centre with a drop shape brilliant cut diamond, E colour, VS2

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Boucheron 4.24ct Diamond cluster ring, dated 1962
Vintage Boucheron 4.24ct Diamond cluster ring, dated 1962

Vintage Boucheron 4.24ct Diamond cluster ring, dated 1962

By Boucheron

Located in London, GB

VS2. The ring itself has been expertly crafted from platinum, with each stone firmly claw set into an

Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Report Certified 5.81 Carat TW Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
GIA Report Certified 5.81 Carat TW Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

GIA Report Certified 5.81 Carat TW Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

Located in South Pasadena, CA

GIA report certified 5.31 carat E VVS1 emerald-cut diamond platinum engagement ring circa 1960

Category

Vintage 1960s Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

1.01 Carat Mid Century Diamond Ring
1.01 Carat Mid Century Diamond Ring

1.01 Carat Mid Century Diamond Ring

Located in Montgomery, AL

This stunning piece was crafted sometime during the Mid Century design period ( 1940-1960's ). The

Category

Vintage 1960s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 1.29 Carat Diamond Double Halo Ring, circa 1960s
Vintage 1.29 Carat Diamond Double Halo Ring, circa 1960s

Vintage 1.29 Carat Diamond Double Halo Ring, circa 1960s

Located in London, GB

quality at G in colour and VS clarity. The ring is crafted from platinum with elegant gallery work

Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

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1960 Platinum Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact 1960 platinum ring you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Platinum, Gold and 18k Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 1533 vintage or 2 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect 1960 platinum ring among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic 1960 platinum ring over the years, but those made by David Webb, Oscar Heyman and Tiffany & Co. are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes emerald cut and oval cut alternatives. When shopping for a 1960 platinum ring, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a 1960 Platinum Ring?

The price for a 1960 platinum ring starts at $5 and tops out at $1,575,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $8,386.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

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 ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Finding the Right Rings for You

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 ringsvintage 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.