19th Century Antique Sapphire Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Austro-Hungarian Empire, made between 1867 and 1872. The ring is finely crafted in solid 18K gold. It is centered with a sparkling blue sapphire surrounded by chunky old mine cut di...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
19th Century Dutch Sapphire and Rose Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Riverdale, NY
Lovely Dutch Sapphire and Rose Diamond Cluster Ring from the 19th Century.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
19th Century Victorian-Era Burma Oval-Cut Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Centering a roughly 15 Carat Unheated Burma Sapphire (per AGL– American Gem Laboratory), framed by Old-European Cut Diamonds weighing 11.02 Carats, and set in Platinum and Silver, th...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum, Silver
Antique Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, French, Late 19th Century
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
Metal: 18K Yellow Gold (750‰) and Silver (925‰) Gemstones: 3 Sapphires (0.90 carat), 22 Old-Cut Diamonds (0.45 carat) Finger Size: FR 52 / US 6 Weight: 6.90 grams Resizable: Yes ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
19th Century Pink Sapphire Rose-cut Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat rose gold. This antique rose gold ring is round in shape, and features a round pink sapphire in a setting of rose-cut diamonds set on paillon. A trapeze motif is set...
Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
19th Century Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold 3 Rings Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat rose gold. Sublime and authentic antique ring, it is set on 3 openwork rings, two round sapphires and a cushion- cut diamond. On both sides, on each of the rings, is...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
19th Century Sapphire Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Garter Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Authentic antique jewel - Work from the end of the 19th century. Our opinion : Called a garter ring, this antique sapphire diamond ring would make a lovely engagement ring.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
19th Century Natural Sapphire Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold. Superb antique ring set with claws on its top of a cushion- cut blue sapphire, shouldered by two antique brilliant- cut diamonds which are supported by ...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
French 19th Century Sapphire Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Charming antique ring, it is set with 2 brilliant-cut diamonds set on either side of a cushion-cut sapphire.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique French 19th Century Sapphire and Diamond Ring, Circa 1880-90
Located in New Orleans, LA
A beautiful French cocktail ring with a glowing cabochon sapphire surrounded by old mine cut diamonds in a heavy 18K gold setting. The cabochon sapphire weighs approximately 2.30 c...
19th Century Napoleon 3 Sapphire Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold. Incredible antique ring, it presents a polylobate decoration centered of a cushion- cut sapphiren in engraved closed setting. The whole of the plate is ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
19th-Century Yellow Gold Duchess Ring Burma Ruby, Ceylon Sapphire, diamonds
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
Elevate your antique jewelry collection with this extremely rare and authentic 19th-century Duchess ring, expertly crafted in 18K yellow gold (750 ‰).
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Sapphire Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Platinum Duchess Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold and platinum. Called duchess ring, the top of this antique ring is composed of a pear-shaped blue sapphire accompanied by an antique brilliant-cut diamon...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a stunning sapphire and diamond cluster ring. This antique piece features a single oval shaped cushion cut natural unheated sapphire at the centre of the face possessing...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have an 18ct yellow gold cluster ring from the Victorian era. The ring is set with an oval shaped sapphire to the centre which is flanked on either side by a single round sha...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Sapphire, Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a Victorian 15ct yellow gold sapphire, pearl and diamond ring. The ring is crafted in a double banded fashion which graduates inwardly towards the face where we find a single...
Diamond, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a delightful Art Deco sapphire and diamond ring. Crafted from 18ct white gold, this piece showcases many of the typical features associated with the style including meticulou...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, White Gold
Victorian 0.60 Carat Unheated Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a 15ct yellow gold sapphire and diamond cluster ring from the Victorian era. The central sapphire is oval shaped and sits amidst a diamond claw setting which in turn is encom...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgian Double-Heart Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Gold Ring
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A Beautiful Sapphire and Diamond Double-Heart Sweetheart Ring in Gold, Georgian, early 1800s, composed of a blue sapphire and a rose-cut light yellow diamond, surrounded by a cluste...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
Antique Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Tricolor Yellow Rose White Gold Ring
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Antique 14K rose, yellow, and white gold ring with ribbed scroll sides featuring a sapphire center stone accented by three diamonds on each side. Marked: 585. Size: 7; can be sized. ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold
Antique Sapphire and Diamond Ring. GIA 1.2ct Oval Ceylon Sapphire Ring Silver
Located in New York, NY
A striking example of early 19th-century craftsmanship, this Georgian ring captures the period’s elegance with its distinctive navette form and richly colored sapphire.
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Silver
Art Deco Platinum Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Braintree, GB
An Art Deco ring crafted in platinum, centred with an oval natural sapphire within a double border of old cut diamonds. The strong oval outline and fine milgrain detail are character...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Cabochon Sapphire and Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a very pretty Victorian sapphire and diamond cluster ring. The ring features a central cabochon sapphire surrounded by a cluster of rose cut diamonds and crafted in 14ct yell...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Burmese Certified 10.18 Carat Blue Star Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in OVIEDO, AS
RARE BURMESE (Mogok - Myanmar) BLUE STAR SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND RING, not heated, not treated. Accompanied by Lotus Gemology Laboratory (Richard W. HUGHES) certificate no. 2940-9400, s...
Diamond, Star Sapphire, 18k Gold
C1820 Sapphire and Diamond Triple Cluster Bow Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
This exquisite early 19th century hand carved diamond and sapphire cluster ring is set in silver and gold.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Victorian Ceylon Purple Sapphire and Diamond Rose Gold Trilogy Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique Victorian 1.50 carat Ceylon purple sapphire and 0.12 carat diamond, 15 karat rose gold trilogy ring; part of our diverse antique jewellery collections. This stunn...
Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, 15k Gold, Rose Gold
Suzy Levian 14K Yellow Gold Oval-Cut Sapphire and Diamond Vintage Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
This spectacular ring from the Suzy Levian collection features 14k gold. Two white diamonds on the side (.10cttw) accent the perfect blue color of the sapphire gemstone center stone ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a distinguished Victorian three-stone ring. Crafted from a rosey 18ct gold, this piece features a centralised medium blue oval shaped cabochon-cut sapphire. This princip...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Yellow Gold Peacock Ring with Natural Sapphire and Diamond
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
The small round gem can be exchanged for ruby, emerald or purple, rose, yellow or blue sapphire. We use top natural diamonds VS, F-G, we work with gems company, that is in the market...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Go...
Victorian Ruby Pearl Sapphire and Diamond Triple Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful 18ct yellow gold Victorian triple cluster ring. The centre of the ring is set with a button pearl with a lovely white lustre. On one side there is a ruby and the ...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 18KT Gold, Platinum, Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Braintree, GB
An Art Deco ring in 18KT gold with a platinum-topped setting, centred with a square-cut natural emerald. The top is arranged in a geometric plaque design, accented with old cut diamo...
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderful antique sapphire and diamond cluster ring. The sapphire is a rich blue cabochon cut and it is surrounded by a cluster of 15 old cut diamonds. The ring is fin...
18k Gold
18KT Yellow Gold Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Crossover Ring
Located in Braintree, GB
An 18KT yellow gold crossover ring set with an oval natural ruby and an oval natural sapphire, accented with diamonds to the shoulders. The two principal stones are arranged in a cla...
Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Oval-Cut Sapphire and Round White Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautifully crafted vintage sapphire and diamond ring. Size 5.25. An array of white diamonds (.50cttw) accent the perfect blue color of the sapphire gemstone center stone (1.00ct) Th...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Round Sapphire and Round White Diamond Panther Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
This spectacular antique panther ring handcrafted in the early 1900 features 14k yellow gold, luscious sapphires and white diamonds. An array of white diamonds (.45cttw) accent the p...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Suzy Levian 14K Yellow Gold Oval-Cut Sapphire and Diamond Vintage-Inspired Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
This spectacular ring from the Suzy Levian collection features 14k yellow gold. An array of white diamonds (.25cttw) accent the perfect blue color of the sapphire gemstone center sto...
Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Suzy Levian 14K Yellow Gold Oval-Cut Sapphire and White Diamond Vintage Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
This spectacular ring from the Suzy Levian collection features 14k gold. An array of white diamonds (1.20cttw) accent the perfect blue color of the sapphire gemstone center stone (1....
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Ring of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A meaningful addition to any curated collection of fine antique rings. Material: 12ct gold; natural yellow sapphire; old mine cut diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Victorian Ruby Emerald Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a truly wonderful and rare ring dating back to the Victorian era. The ring features a Colombian emerald, Burmese ruby and a rich blue sapphire. The gemstones are separated by...
Ruby, 18k Gold
Victorian 18k Yellow Gold Sapphire & Natural Diamond Navette Ring
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Material: 18k yellow gold Gemstones: Sapphire 0.90 cttw Old European Cut Diamond 1 cttw Weight: 5.8 grams Size: 6.25 - 6.5 (US sizing) Navette dimensions: 20.4 mm x 10.3 mm x 4.2 mm ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Tibetan Ring with Vivid Sapphire and Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
An unusual form makes this Tibetan 18 karat yellow gold contemporary ring an art object. It is encrusted with: colourful sapphires, diamonds, emeralds and cushion blue vivid sapphire.
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, ...
Suzy Levian 14K Yellow Gold Round-Cut Sapphire and White Diamond Vintage Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
This spectacular ring from the Suzy Levian collection features 14k gold. An array of white diamonds (.10cttw) accent the perfect blue color of the sapphire gemstone center stone (.50...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Daffodil Floral Ring with Natural Sapphire and Diamond
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
The small round gem can be exchanged for ruby, emerald or purple, rose, yellow or blue sapphire. We use top natural diamonds VS, F-G, we work with gems company, that is in the market...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Go...
Antique Silver Topped 9ct Yellow Gold 1.14ct Teal Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This antique ring is crafted in 9ct yellow gold with a silver-topped setting, a traditional technique used to enhance the brilliance of diamonds. At the center sits a striking 1.14 c...
Diamond, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Silver
Victorian 15kt Gold and Silver Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, Circa 1890s
Located in Braintree, GB
A fine late 19th-century Victorian sapphire and diamond ring crafted in 15kt gold with a silver-topped setting.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian 3.00 Carat Cabochon Sapphire and 2.00 Carat Diamonds Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14k yellow and white gold with a Cabochon Sapphire approximately 3.00 carats, accented by a halo of Old European cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 2.00...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Seven Diamonds and Sapphire Eighteen Karat Rose Gold Contemporary Ring
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Hortensia ring is in 18 karat rose gold with 7 round natural diamonds, VS, F-G, and natural dark blue sapphire.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Go...
Yellow Gold Contemporary Cocktail Ring with Sapphire and Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Tibetan-inspired 18 karat yellow gold contemporary cocktail ring is an art object with an unusual form. Encrusted with F/G, SI diamonds and a big dark blue cushion sapphire (ver...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, W...
Eighteen Karat White Gold Contemporary Ring with Sapphires and Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
An unusual form makes this Tibetan 18 karat white gold contemporary cocktail dimensional ring an art object. It is encrusted with F/G, SI. diamonds, yellow sapphires, and big dark bl...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold,...
Diamonds and Sapphire Eighteen Karat White Gold Contemporary Engagement Ring
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Hortensia ring is in 18 karat white gold with 7 round natural diamonds, VS, F-G, and natural dark blue sapphire.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Go...
$86,265Sale Price|20% Off
Rose Gold Aquamarines Artisan Contemporary Ring with Diamonds and Sapphires
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
Therefore this piece opens a new high jewellery collection for the line, dedicated to the eastern European myths, after Oriental, Mesopotamian, and Monotheistic collections. We use ...
Aquamarine, Beryl, Crystal, Diamond, White Diamond, Kunzite, Morganite, ...
Stunning Antique 1800's Sapphire & Diamond Ring GIA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique Late 1800's Ring 1.80ct Natural Blue Sapphire GIA Report 1.04CT Old Mine Cut Diamonds 14kt Yellow & White Gold The Top is 14mm x 12mm Size 6.5 and is Resizable 3.1 gr...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
$3,200Sale Price|20% Off
Victorian Diamond and Certified No-Heat Burma Pink Sapphire Ring
Located in Northampton, MA
Natural, unheated Burmese pink sapphires and a halo of single-cut diamonds surround a central oval pink sapphire in this late Victorian ring. Crafted in 18K gold, the gems are set ...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian 18k Yellow Gold Silver Top Sapphire and Diamond Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite example of 19th-century craftsmanship, this antique Victorian ring is fashioned in 18k gold with a sterling silver top—a hallmark of the period’s jewelry design.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring with Vivid Cushion Sapphire and Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
An unusual form makes this Tibetan 18 karat yellow gold contemporary cocktail ring an art object. It is encrusted with: colourful sapphires, diamonds, emeralds and cushion vivid sapp...
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, ...
Sapphire and OEC Diamond Gold Moi et Toi Victorian Bypass Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Blue Sapphire and Old European Cut Diamond Gold Moi et Toi Victorian Bypass Ring. Hand set with a 0.30 Carat OId European Cut Diamond and 0.40 Carat Blue Sa...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring with Paraiba Tourmaline and Sapphires
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Tibetan 18 karat white gold contemporary ring is encrusted with diamonds, yellow sapphires, and oval cut paraiba tourmaline (neon copper bearing, 2,4 carats, blue with inclusio...
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green ...
19th Century Carved Moonstone, Diamond and Sapphire Ring
Located in Barcelona, ES
19th Century carved moonstone ring depicting a fine lady.
Diamond, Moonstone, Sapphire, Gold, Silver
Turn Of The Century Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One turn of the century 14 karat yellow gold cluster ring topped with silver. 0.60 carat of Old Mine cut diamonds surrounding an oval sapphire. Can be sized to fit.
Sapphire, Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Unavailable
Antique Sapphire and Diamond RIng
Located in New York, NY
Prong-set with three circular sapphires and two cushion-shaped diamonds on an engraved shank, the prongs are decorated with rose-cut stones, size 7.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Unavailable
Antique Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
ANTIQUE SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND RING, the center designed as a stylized viola with 2 blue sapphires and 4 diamonds, flanked on each shoulder by a cluster of 3 diamonds. The sapphires to...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Unavailable
Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Bellmore, NY
This romantic ring boasts a lovely oval cut deep Blue Sapphire delicately bezel set within a square halo of Old Mine cut Diamonds. Channel set in a square around the diamonds are ca...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver
Unavailable
Sapphire and Diamond 5-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND 5-STONE RING, set with 3 diamonds totalling 1.32 ct. (center 0.80 ct. sides 0.26 ct). and 2 blue sapphires totalling approx. 1.46 ct. (approx. 0.73 ct each.) Siz...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Sapphire and Rose Cut Diamond Ring 18k Gold Ring
Located in Joelton, TN
Victorian five stone Sapphire and Rose Cut Diamond Ring. The Center Sapphire is approximately .40 ctw, the two (2) outer sapphires are approx .20 ctw each and two (2) Rose Cut diamon...
Diamond, Sapphire
Victorian Gold, Platinum, Diamond, and Sapphire Ring
Located in Santa Fe, NM
A stunning 18K yellow gold Victorian ring set with a central sugarloaf-cut blue sapphire weighing approximately 1.5cts. The sapphire is surrounded by nine old mine-cut diamonds weigh...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Mauboussin Sapphire and Diamonds Vintage Ring
By Mauboussin
Located in Paris, IDF
Marquise ring, important cushion-cut sapphire from Siam, 54 diamonds, platinum, signed, certificate, circa 1970 Note to Customers in Europe: contact us for VAT details.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Snake Ring, Dated 1888
Located in Theydon Bois, Essex
Exquisite. A triple coiled snake with a natural, unheated pear cut sapphire at the head to rose cut diamond eyes. A late Victorian classic. Cut – Pear cut sapphire and rose cut diam...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Diamond, Sapphire and Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Madison area, WI
- Antique Sapphire and Diamond Ring - c. 1880-1900 - 18k yellow gold; three old-mine cut diamonds, two antique square radiant-cut natural sapphires This stunning antique 18k yel...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Studio C Sapphires Diamond and Aluminium Ring
By Studio C
Located in Paris, IDF
In addition to collector's jewelry from the 19th to the 21st century, the gallery showcases the work of remarkable international jewelry designers of today, both emerging and establi...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Other
Mathon Paris Sapphires Diamonds and White Gold ring
By Mathon Paris
Located in Paris, IDF
Rameau ring by Mathon Paris at Second Petale Gallery The Rameau ring is poetically pairing blue and pink sapphire with diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Victorian 4.68 Carat Ceylon Purple Star Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Essex, GB
A mesmeric and unique ring. The natural Ceylon purple star sapphire in the centre – certified as having received no treatment – is a glowing pinkish purple and displays a clear white...
Diamond, Sapphire, Star Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Mathon Paris Purple sapphires, pink sapphires, diamonds and White Gold Ring
By Mathon Paris
Located in Paris, IDF
Anémone ring by Mathon Paris at Second Petale Gallery Explore an enchanted universe and witness the vivid colors gemstones with the Anémone ring in purple and pink sapphires, diamon...
Diamond, Purple Sapphire, White Gold
Victorian Sapphire and Old Mine Cut Diamond Oval Cluster Ring
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautifully proportioned late Victorian cluster ring is fashioned in 14k yellow gold with a 1ct cushion cut sapphire set within a halo of 12 approximately .04ct old mine cut dia...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Retro Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A vintage 14kt yellow gold ring featuring a blue marquis cut sapphire at an estimated weight of 0.16ct. The sapphire is surrounded by round diamonds as well as baguettes that have an...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
Victorian Sapphire Diamond Gold Halo Ring
Located in Madison area, WI
- Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Halo Ring - c. 1890-1900 - 14k rose gold, sapphire, diamond A classically Victorian take on the ever-popular princess-style halo ring, this roma...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Pink Sapphire and Diamonds Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A vintage 14kt white gold, pink sapphire and diamond ring starring an oval cut sapphire with an estimated weight of 1.84ct. in a 4 prong setting and three diamonds on each side with...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Retro Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Blue Sapphire and Diamonds Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A vintage 14kt white gold ring featuring a radiant blue center sapphire with an estimated weight 0.59ct. surrounded by baguettes and brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated 0.61 ctt...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
7.68 Carat Sapphire Diamond Antique Cluster Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
A gorgeous, richly saturated, royal blue cushion-cut sapphire, weighing 7.68 carats, radiates from within a sparkling white diamond halo in this ravishing and regal antique jewel, ha...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow ...
Boucheron Sapphire, Diamond, 18k White Gold Ring
By Boucheron
Located in Pleasant Hill, CA
Featuring (1) bezel set pear-cut deep blue sapphire, 1.80 ct., accented by (14) channel set calibre-cut matching blue sapphires, 1.25 cts. tw., enhanced throughout by (58) full-cut d...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Unavailable
Blue Sugarloaf Sapphire Diamond Gold Ring
By D&H Jewelers
Located in San Francisco, CA
This one-of-a-kind 18k yellow gold ring features an antique natural 4.30 carat blue sugarloaf sapphire with no indications of heat treatment.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Rare Victorian, Burmese, Double Pink Sapphire and Diamond Heart Engagement Ring
Located in Rochford, Essex
An incredible Victorian pink sapphire and diamond double heart ring, circa 1880. Set with two oval-cut unheated Burmese sapphires in an intense shade of delicious pink. Burmese pink ...
Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Victorian Rose Cut Diamond & Pink Sapphire Ring
Located in Solvang, CA
Antique Victorian rose cut diamond & pink sapphire ring, circa 1880. This Victorian ring is crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and sterling silver. The antique ring features rose cut di...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
4.50 Carat Natural No Heat Pink Sapphire and Diamond Victorian Style Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
A thoroughly enchanting lavender pink sapphire, weighing 4.50 carats, natural color, no-heat treatment and of old Ceylon origin, glistens and glows between a pair of bright white old...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
Art Deco Blue Sapphire Ring with Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Blue sapphire long oval ring with diamonds This elegant Art Deco revival features a 0.75 carat oval shape blue sapphire center, accented with gold bezeled rose cut diamonds, and mi...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
Art Deco Blue Sapphire Ring with Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Blue sapphire long oval ring with diamonds This elegant Art Deco revival features a 0.75 carat oval shape blue sapphire center, accented with gold bezeled rose cut diamonds, and mi...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 14k GIA Sapphire and Diamond Halo Ring 3.96ct
Located in Narberth, PA
An exquisite yellow sapphire ring from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! This outstanding ring is crafted in 14k gold, and displays a magnificent prong set natural yellow sapphire surroun...
Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Victorian, 18ct Yellow Gold, Natural Sapphire and Diamond Half Hoop Ring
Located in Rochford, Essex
Diamond and sapphire ring, late 19th century. This classic five-stone ring is set with a well-matched sequence of deep blue sapphires and circular-cut diamonds, the junctions between...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco .17 Carat Old European Diamond and Sapphire White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
Antique jewelry object group: engagement ring (or anniversary ring) Condition: very good condition Ring size Continental: 55 & 17½ , Size US 7¼ , Size UK: O - Free resizing (only f...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Edwardian 18k/Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Flush Mount Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous diamond flush mount ring from the Edwardian (ca1910s) era! Crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum, this rings features two diamonds and a stunning sapphire held within fl...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
24.54cts Burma no heat Blue Sapphire and Diamond ring in 18k white gold
Located in New York, NY
24.54cts Burma no heat Blue Sapphire and Diamond ring in 18k white gold. SSEF certified blue sapphire Sizable to any size.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
6.20 cts Oval Sri Lankan Heated Blue Sapphire and Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
6.20 cts Oval Sri Lankan Heated Blue Sapphire and Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Floral Blue Topaz Ring with Diamonds and Yellow Sapphires set in 18k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Floral Blue Topaz Ring with Diamonds and Yellow Sapphires set in 18k White Gold. 1.02 carats of diamonds Total weight: 12.56 grams
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Belle Époque, 18 Carat Gold, Cabochon Sapphire and Rose-Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Rochford, Essex
Sapphire and diamond ring, circa 1900. Art Nouveau, which appeared in a blaze of creativity at the end of the 19th century was inspired by a heady combination of symbolist poetry, ne...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
Superb 25.30 Carat Natural Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Silver Gold Ring
Located in Theydon Bois, Essex
A grand, museum quality ring featuring a veritable boulder of a sapphire. The gorgeous sky blue Ceylon sapphire is natural and unenhanced, weighing in at 25.30 carat. With a halo of ...
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Cushion Cut Violet Blue Sapphire & Diamond Three Stone Victorian Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
An exceptional and original sapphire and diamond three-stone ring from the late 19th century.
Diamond, Blue Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Platinum Sapphire Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in Camelford, GB
If you have landed on this page then you have an eye for beauty. On offer is this gorgeous 18CT GOLD AND 950 PLATINUM CEYLON SAPPHIRE DIAMOND CLUSTER ENGAGEMENT RING DETAILS Materi...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Unavailable
Victorian Five Stone Sapphire Ring
Located in London, GB
An original five stone Burma sapphire ring which was made circa 1880. The sapphires are very well matched and it has tiny diamond points which the Victorians often used to highlight ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Mathon Paris Diamonds Moonstone Sapphires Bright Sapphires White Gold Ring
By Mathon Paris
Located in Paris, IDF
Odyssée ring by Mathon Paris at Second Petale Gallery About the Gemstones : - Diamonds - Moonstone - Sapphires (0,36 ct) - Bright sapphires (0,1 ct) ABOUT the CREATOR MATHON PAR...
Diamond, White Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold 3 Stone Blue Sapphire & Diamond Bridge Ring
Located in Splitter's Creek, NSW
Yes, a beautiful & authentic version of the Victorian Bridge Ring set in 18ct Yellow Gold. 3 beautifully clear Sapphires of Royal Blue, clear tone, oval cut of excellent size are emb...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
One Georgian Sapphire and Pink Diamond Marquise Shaped White and Yellow Gold
Located in Lewisburg, WV
One Sapphire and Pink Diamond Marquise Shaped White and Yellow Gold with 18 diamonds.
Pink Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vasilis Giampouras Pink Sapphire Titanium Engagement Ring
By Vasilis Giampouras
Located in Paris, IDF
Pink Sapphire Alternative Engagement Titanium Ring by Vasilis Giampouras at Second Petale Gallery Celebrate love with our alternative engagement ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Titanium
Classy 18kt Yellow Gold Ring with 12.21 ct Cabochon Sapphire and White Coral
Located in Lugano, CH
Discover the timeless elegance of this 18kt yellow gold ring, meticulously crafted using ancient Florentine artisanal techniques in Italy. A jewel for lovers of classic style with a ...
Coral, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Arman Suciyan Orange Saphhire and Brown Diamonds Silver Ring
By Arman Suciyan
Located in Paris, IDF
It is adorned with a stunning array of sapphires and diamonds, each gemstone thoughtfully placed to represent the stars and the boundless possibilities of the universe.
Brown Diamond, Sapphire, Silver
Victorian 1.19 Carat Garnet, Old Cut Diamond and Blue Enamel Cluster Ring
Located in Essex, GB
A flamboyantly beautiful Victorian garnet ring. The bright and richly coloured centre stone is surrounded by twelve lively old cut diamonds. The stunningly ornate surround features a...
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique, Edwardian, 18ct Gold, Platinum, Ruby and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in Rochford, Essex
This fiery central stone is flanked by a well-matched pair of late 19th/early 20th century circular-cut diamonds in white gold claw-settings, on a yellow gold band, which would sit b...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Platinum
Unavailable
Three Stone Purple Sapphire #18022
Located in Great Neck, NY
This divine Three Stone Purple Sapphire ring is perfect for any special occasion. Crafted from 18k white gold, the ring features a stunning GIA certified 5.15 carat No Heat Purple Sa...
Antique Victorian, French, Natural 'Ox Blood' Coral Cocktail Ring, Original Box
Located in Rochford, Essex
Coral ring, late 19th century. This ring is set with a large coral cabochon, set in a plain, galleried mount.
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 14k Sapphire and Diamond Cufflinks
Located in Narberth, PA
An attractive and unusual pair of cufflinks from the Victorian (ca880) era! These double-sided cufflinks are crafted in 14k and circular in shape. Two of the faces feature a bezel se...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
Unavailable
W 0.8 in L 1.2 in
Certified 3, 65 Ct Natural Untreated Sapphires and Diamonds Drop Earrings
Located in București, B
This exquisite pair of pear cut sapphires is certified as natural and unheated by the world's leading colored gemstone authority, Antwerp International Gemological Laboratories (AIG...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Unavailable
H 0.5 in W 0.6 in
Victorian Revival Gold Snake Stud Earrings Ruby Sapphire Rose Gold Serpent Studs
Located in Rottedam, NL
A beautiful antique revival pair of rose gold snake stud earrings! These unique statement earrings are made of solid 14 karat gold and are set with natural rubies and sapphires. Sn...
Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Brooch Pendant with Miniature in 18th Century Taste
Located in Paris, FR
The openwork silver-gilt setting features alternating sapphires and rubies. Nineteenth century work.
Ruby, Sapphire, Gilt Metal, Silver
Unavailable
Haute Victorian Gem-Set Pendant & Chain
Located in Wimberley, TX
The consequent availability in terms of both numbers and cost led to the development for the fashion of diamond jewelry which overtook the later part of the 19th century.
Natural Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Fine Antique Indian Mughal Gold & Gem-Set White Nephrite Jade Pendant (Haldili)
Located in Kenley surrey, GB
The design is set with four types of gems – A diamond, three rubies, three emeralds and forty sapphire beads on the 21 carat solid gold chain, The pendant is all in gold kundan sett...
Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Ring in Yellow Gold
Located in Boston, MA
A victorian period sapphire, and diamond ring in yellow gold. Featuring four vivid blue sapphires and four diamonds, this ring features two rows of prong set gems. Grading as SI cl...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold
$2,400Sale Price|50% Off
Tourmaline & Natural Pearl Ring, Georgian
Located in Northampton, MA
A bright pink tourmaline weighing .60 carats is surrounded by 10 luminous natural saltwater pearls in this antique buttery 18K yellow gold ring. This gorgeous jewel dates from around...
Natural Pearl, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Emilio Jewelry Certified 83.00 Carat Fancy Diamond Necklace
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry located on New York's iconic Fifth Avenue, featuring a hard to come by Gia certified 25.00 carat yellow diamond pear shape drop diamond. The necklace is set with ...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond
$35,000
H 2.76 in W 3.55 in D 2.76 in
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Tiara Haircomb Necklace, circa 1880s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Haircomb Necklace, ca. 1880s A very unusual and stunning Victorian crown, set with fiery opal cabochons and old-mine cut diamonds, from the 1880s. T...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Silver
Antique 2.2 Carats French Old Mine Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique 18k whilte gold french cluster ring in floral designe with old mine cut diamonds estimate weight 2.20 carats H color rare white vvs clearity excellent spark hall marked with ...
1900s 5.82ct Authentic Antique Australian Opal and Diamond Cluster 18KYG Ring
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent turn-of-the-century late Victorian, early Edwardian Opal and Diamond Cluster 18k Gold ring, Circa 1900. This Crystal Australian opal displays electric play of color in ...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique 14k gold old mine cut diamond ring in floral head designe with estimate diamond weight of 1.4 carats H colour vs clearity centered with large old mine cut diamond 0.42 ct pin...
Iconic Spectacular Thierry Mugler SS 1997 Gown 'Kiss of the Spiderwoman'
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Behold the breathtaking embodiment of high drama and couture mastery: The stunning extremely rare Thierry Mugler "Kiss of the Spiderwoman" evening gown from the legendary Spring/Summ...
Very Rare 1990s Chanel Coco Mark Black Patent Vanity Heart Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Collector’s item chanel vintage heart vanity in black patent with gold hardware. Original condition. No touch ups or recoloring. Slight cloudiness to the patent surface due to storag...
Antique Art-Deco 4.48 Carat Aquamarine and Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Antique Original Art-Deco 4.48 carat Aquamarine and Diamond Ring in Platinum Platinum (tested) ring made in the early 1920s. It has been set with a proportioned emerald-cut aquamari...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
MUGLER Crystal Teardrop Corset Top Rhinestone Corsage
By Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Spectacular Mugler Teardrop Corset Top. The beautiful piece showcases Thierry Mugler's signature blend of bold structure and feminine elegance. Crafted in a delicate powder blue, the...
Antique Ring natural 0.85ct Sapphire 0.8ctw Diamonds 18K Gold Silver Ø6.5US/4.3g
Located in SE
Nice Renaissance - styled cluster Ring with the carved band, shoulders, and parts of the crown in solid 18ct Yellow Gold holding natural Blue Sapphire stone and eight rose - cut Diam...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
$3,080Sale Price|20% Off
L 16 in
Akoya Pearls, Double Strand, Diamond Clasp, French Art Deco; GIA Cert, 16"
Located in Northampton, MA
This late Art Deco era (circa 1939) double strand of cultured Akoya pearls represents the finest, most luxurious pearls of their day. Today, we are accustomed to perfectly spherical ...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold
Art Deco Style Diamond Sapphire Target Platinum Engagement Cocktail Dress Ring
Located in Lisbon, PT
Art Deco Style diamond and sapphire target stylized engagement or cocktail/dress ring in platinum, 2000s. This ring features a round brilliant-cut diamond millegrain-set to the cente...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Georgian Entwined Heart Ring Rose Cut Diamond Pearl Antique Engagement Ring 1820
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a magnificent entwined Heart and Bow Antique Georgian Wedding Engagement Ring with gorgeous pearls and sparkling antique Rose Cut Diamonds set in silver atop 18 Karat Gold...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian diamond pendant/brooch, circa 1880.
Located in London, GB
Victorian diamond pendant/brooch. Centrally set with a cushion shape old mine diamond in an open back cut-down setting with an approximate weight of 1.35 carats, adorned with twenty ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
Art Deco GIA Vintage Antique 3.0ct Old EURO Diamond Sapphire Pt Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco GIA 3.0ct Old EUROPEAN Diamond Sapphire Platinum Engagement Vintage Antique Ring. Few come finer or as fabulous as this original handcrafted platinum diamond and sapphire ri...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
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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