Vintage 2.45 Carat Sapphire and 0.50 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
fineness mark (K18). This impressive vintage 1980's sapphire and diamond ring is supplied with an IDGL
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
French 1.90 Carat Sapphire and Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
main setting and blending with the plain ring shank. This 1980s sapphire and diamond ring has been
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1980's sapphire and 2.2 carat G colour VVS clarity diamond ring
Located in London, GB
This cocktail ring is a striking piece with rows of invisibly set sapphires and a central round cut
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Bombe Ring, circa 1980s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This shimmering and substantial 1980s bombe ring is a dazzling masterpiece, meticulously crafted in
Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
1980s Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in South Pasadena, CA
1980s Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring. The Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Engagement
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Circa 1980s Natural Diamond And Sapphire Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
color and vvs-vs clarity. Totally sapphire 2 ct. Ring size is US 6 We can make any size. Please contact
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1.20ct Diamond and Sapphire Target Ring, c.1980s
Located in London, GB
Crafted in the 1980s with a strong Art Deco style this wonderful target ring centres around a
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
-I-J color and s1-s2 clarity. Totally is sapphire 0.65 ct. Ring size is US 7 We can make any size
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1980s Diamond Star Sapphire White Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
diamonds of an estimated 0.12 carats. Made in United States circa 1980s. Measurements: 0.47" (12mm) width
Diamond, Star Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Vintage Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Signet Ring, c.1980s
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A stately Cartier gypsy sapphire and diamond ring dating to c.1980s. In the centre sits a gorgeous
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Cabochon Sapphire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
. Totally is sapphire 0.40 ct. Ring size is US 6 We can make any size. Please contact for any questions.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Sapphire & Diamond Trinity Ring Wedding Band
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
sapphires and diamonds are smartly placed into corresponding settings to accentuate the color and beauty in
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Rose Gold, White Gold...
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Band Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
-H color and vvs-vs clarity. Totally is sapphire 0.45 ct. Ring size is US 10 We can make any size
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
side brilliant 0.17 ct. The diamond is has H color and vs-s1-s2 clarity. Totally is sapphire 0.25 ct
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Handcrafted Natural Diamond And Sapphire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
color and vvs-vs clarity. Totally is sapphire 1.80 ct. Ring size is US 7 Box is not included. Please
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
-H color and vs-s1 clarity. Totally is sapphire 0.60 ct. Ring size is US 7.25 We can make any size
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$1,560Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Band Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
-I color and s1-s2 clarity. Totally is sapphire 0.45 ct. Ring size is US 6.5 We can make any size
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Caliber Sapphire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
-H color and vvs-vs clarity. Totally is sapphire 0.45 ct. Ring size is US 6.5 (We can make any size
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
color and s1-s2 clarity. Totally is sapphire about 2 ct. Ring size is US 6.57 We can make any size. Box
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
-I color and s1-s2 clarity. Totally is sapphire 1.20 ct. Ring size is US 6.5 We can make any size
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 14k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Cocktail Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
color and vs-s1 clarity. Totally is sapphire 0.12 ct. Ring size is US 8 We can make any size. Box is not
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Navette Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
color and vs-s1 clarity. Totally is sapphire 0.13 ct. Ring size is US 7.5 We can make any size. Box is
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$2,040Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Navette Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
-H-I color and vs-s1 clarity. Totally is sapphire 0.25 ct. Ring size is US 7.25 We can make any size
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
color and vvs1-vs1 clarity. Totally is sapphire 1.10 ct. Ring size is US 7 We can make any size. The box
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
F-G color and vvs-vs clarity. Totally is sapphire 0.70 ct. Ring size is US 7 We can make any size
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Cabochon Sapphire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
G-H color and vvs-vs clarity. Totally is sapphire 1.10 ct. Ring size is US 8.2 (We offer free
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
H-I color and s1-s2 clarity. Totally is sapphire 1.20 carat. Ring size is US 7.2 We can make any
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
color and vvs-vs-s1 clarity. Totally is sapphire 0.25 ct. Ring size is US 6.5 (We offer free resizing
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Sapphire And Diamond Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 4.7 grams. Totally is sapphire 2 ct. Totally is diamond
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 14k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
-H color and s1-s2-Pique1 clarity. Totally is sapphire 0.50 ct. Ring size is US 6 (We offer free
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Emerald And Ruby Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
Diamond And Sapphire Emerald And Ruby Ring In very good condition. Total weight is 5.9 grams. Totally is
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Caliber Sapphire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
diamond 0.70 carat. The diamond is has vvs-vs-s1-s2 clarity and G-H color. Dimention is sapphire 0.70
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Totally is diamond 0.60 ct. Total weight is 5.6 grams. Totally is sapphire
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$1,520Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 5k Gold Natural Diamond And Oval Cut Sapphire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
Diamond And Oval Cut Sapphire Ring In very good condition. Total weight is 5.7 grams. Totally is diamond
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 14k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Ruby Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
. Totally is sapphire about 0.65 carat. Ring size is US 4.5 We can make any size. Box is not included
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold
1980s ‘Toi-et-Moi’ Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond 18kt gold ring.
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
proposed to Joséphine with a sapphire-and-diamond toi et moi ring, cementing its association with passion
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Owl Design Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
Diamond And Sapphire Owl Design Ring In very good condition. Total weight is 6.5 grams. Totally is diamond
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Oval Cut Sapphire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
Diamond And Oval Cut Sapphire Ring In very good condition. Total weight is 7.3 grams. Totally is diamond
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Art Deco Revival ring with diamonds and sapphires, Western Europe, 1980s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
, 1980s Centrally decorated with a diamond in an "old" brilliant cut weighing approx. 0.49ct (colour H
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
1980s ‘Toi et Moi’ Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond 18kt gold ring.
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
Napoleon Bonaparte proposed to Joséphine with a sapphire-and-diamond toi et moi ring, cementing its
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
cocktail ring; part of our jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This impressive sapphire and diamond
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive sapphire and diamond band ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with an 18k white gold setting
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Coral Gables, FL
18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring Featuring 4 Princess Cut Sapphires Totaling 0.60 Carats Surrounded By 16
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Trombino Ring with Burma no heat Sapphire and Diamonds in Platinum 1980s
Located in Roma, RM
Maison’s iconic trombino ring design, created during the 1980s, a decade defined by bold architectural
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Baguette Cut Diamond And Sapphire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
sapphire 1.50 ct. Ring size is US 7.5 We can make any size. The box is not included. Please contact for any
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Baguette Cut Diamond And Sapphire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
color and vs1-s1 clarity. Totally is sapphire 2.19 ct. Ring size is US 7 We can make any size. The box
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$2,012Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Square Cut Sapphire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
-H color and vvs1-vs1 clarity. Totally is sapphire 0.90 ct. Ring size is US 6.75 We can make any
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 14k Gold Natural Diamond And Oval Cut Sapphire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 2.5 grams. Totally is diamond 0.35 ct. Totally is sapphire
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Pear Cut Sapphire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
-H color and vvs1-vs1 clarity. Totally is sapphire 1 ct. Ring size is US 7.75 Please contact for any
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Emerald And Ruby Sapphire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
-G color and vvs-vs clarity. Totally is emerald ruby and sapphire 0.45 ct. Ring size is US 6.75 We
Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold
1980s Sapphire and Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
(0750). The vintage sapphire and diamond ring in yellow gold is supplied with an independent diamond
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Cabochon Sapphire Ring A cabochon sapphire ring accented by 48 round cut diamonds. Approximate
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Baguette Cut Sapphire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
-H color and vvs-vs-s1 clarity. Totally is sapphire 0.90 ct. Ring size is US 6.5 We can make any size
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Decorated Band Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
color and vvs-vs clarity. Totally is sapphire 0.60 ct. Ring size is US 6.75 We can make any size. Please
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Marquise Cut Sapphire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
color and s1-s2 clarity. Totally is sapphire 1 ct. Ring size is US 5.5 We can make any size. Please
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Strong Tank Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
G-H-I color and vvs-vs-s1 clarity. Totally is sapphire 2 ct. Ring size is US 10.2 We can make any
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Decorated Band Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
color and vvs clarity. Totally is sapphire 0.20 ct. Ring size is US 6 We can make any size. Box is not
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k 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.
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