Vintage 6.5 Carat Red Tourmaline with Round Diamonds in 2-Tone 18K Gold Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 6.5 Carat Oval Cut Red Tourmaline Ring. Set in shiny 18K yellow gold with a white gold overlay where the diamonds are set. This semi-precious gemstone ring is prong set and w...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
4.51 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire & Diamond Two Stone Vertical Pave Swirl Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
3.41 carat oval cut blue sapphire and diamond ring. Adorned with diamonds that total 1.10 carats and the ring goes horizontally on the finger create this east west setting.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Ring 18k Oval .70ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $60 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Ruby Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .60ct Cut: Oval Natur...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Sapphire Diamond Ring 10k Oval 1.30ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Sapphires Treatment: Heating Carat(s): ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare GIA Certified Type 2A I Flawless 6.00 Carat Natural Pink Oval Diamond Ring
Located in Tustin, CA
Extremely rare and highly sought after, estate GIA Certified Type 2a or IIa large oval cut 6.00 carat natural pink diamond and white diamond three stone ring set in 18 karat white an...
Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Oval Peridot Diamond Ring, 1.6 Carats in 14 Karat Yellow Gold, Bezel Modern Lv
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
This ring is size 6.5 and we can size it for you. The details for this beautiful ring are listed below: Metal Quality: 14K yellow gold (stamped) Complete Weight: 3.3 g Ring Size: 6.5...
Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.02 Carat Natural Oval Emeralds Diamond Cocktail Cluster Ring 14 Karat G/Vs*
Located in New York, NY
Cluster Cocktail Greens 2.50ct. Natural Emeralds Ring 7 Full cut oval brilliants Transparent / clean clarity Vivid Greens .52ct. Diamonds. Round & full cuts G-color Vs...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Kunzite Diamond Ring - 14k Oval 5.99ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 8 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $60 or Down 2 sizes for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Kunzite Carat(s): 5.49ct (weighed) Cut: Oval Color: Light P...
Diamond, Kunzite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Tanzanite Diamond Ring - 14k Oval .62ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Tanzanite Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Carat(s): .50ct C...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural 2 Carat SI Clarity HI Color Oval Pear Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Cast from 14-karat gold, these exquisite ring is handset with 2.01 carats of sparkling diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger or smaller upon request. FOLLOW SP...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
3.09 Carat Royal Blue Oval Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Cluster Ring, 1984
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous vintage cluster ring is set with a royal blue oval sapphire weighing 3.09ct mounted in an eight claw, open back setting. The gemstone is perfectly set in the centre of ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
1.3 Carat Oval Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond 3 Stone Curvy Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Details: Item Type: 3-Stone Ring Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Size: Available in Size 6 1/2 (Adjustable) Weight: 2.0 grams Setting: 3-Stone, Prong Center Stone: Type: Natural Sapphire Car...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum Natural 1.47 Carat Oval Cut Diamond 3 Stone Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Platinum Natural 1.47 Carat Oval Cut Diamond 3 Stone Halo Engagement Ring Style: Women's 3 Stones Diamond Engagement Ring Material: Platinum Diamond Details: The Center Diamond is ...
Diamond, Platinum
Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Ring - 14k Oval 0.74ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $30 or Down 2 sizes for $30 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Ruby Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .60ct Cut: Oval Color...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Sapphire Diamond Ring - 10k Oval .21ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $30 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 10k White Gold Stone Information Sapphire Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .21ct...
Diamond, Sapphire, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
11.76 Carat Aquamarine and 1.45 Carat Diamond, Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Aquamarine Quality Cut Oval Faceted Content 11.76 carats Dimensions 16.40mm x 12.36mm x 7.17mm Diamond Quality Color (average grades) G Clarity (average grades) SI1 Cut Tapering Bag...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Yellow Gold Sapphire Diamond Ring - 14k Oval .56ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $35 or Down 2 sizes for $35 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Sapphire Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .52ct Cut: Oval C...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Oval Diamond Ring 0.75ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14k yellow gold and diamond ring. Stamped 14k and weighs 4.8 grams. The center diamond is an oval brilliant cut, .20 carats, H to I color, Vs clarity.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Amethyst Diamond Ring - 18k Oval 1.34ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 or Down 1 size for $30 Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Amethyst Carat(s): 1.25ct Cut: Oval Color: Purple Natural D...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA 5.04 Carat Oval Yellow Intense Diamonds 18 Karat and Platinum 950 Ring
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
A unique, bespoke creation worth a true Princess and Queen, a collectible piece of jewelry. 1. The center Oval stone of 3.01 carat GIA certified Vivid Yellow Intense Oval diamond 2.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Yellow Gold Tanzanite Diamond Ring - 14k Oval 1.13ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $30 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Tanzanite Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Carat(s): .89ct Cut:...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum Diamond Large 11.02 Carat Oval Australian Opal Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An entirely handmade ONE OF A KIND elegant and lustrous Huge Australian Opal diamond platinum ring. Metal- 90% Platinum. Stones- 1 Natural Australian Oval Shaped Opal 11.02 Carat...
Oval Cut 0.86 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring Estate 14 Karat Gold Fine Bridal
Located in Torrance, CA
Particulars: Weight: 2 grams Stones: Centrally mounted oval cut diamond is estimated at 0.86 carats, accented with 16 estimated 0.01 carat diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Sapphire & Diamond Ring - 14k Oval 2.69ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 8 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 1/2 a size for $40 or Down 3/4 of a size for $40 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Sapphire Treatment: Heating Carat(s): 1.67ct (w...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Ring - 14k Oval 5.06ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 9 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Ruby Treatment: Heating Carat(s): 4.76c...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.30 Carat Oval Ruby Diamond Two Tone Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
This remarkable ring showcases a stunning 1.30 carat oval ruby gemstone, flanked by 2 dazzling round cut diamonds, all set in an elegant two-tone 14k yellow and white gold setting.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Oval Kunzite and Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
Large Oval Kunzite and Diamond Ring in Platinum Large Oval Kunzite and Diamond Ring features a 22.50 carat Oval-shaped Kunzite in the center accented by 2 Trillion-cut Diamond and 6...
Diamond, Kunzite, Platinum
18K Rose Gold 1/2 Ct Marquise Composite Diamond Oval Shaped Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A confident expression of love, this diamond engagement ring ensures a marvelous moment. Created from deep hued 18K rose gold, this bold style showcases a stunning diamond look. 4 ma...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18K Rose Gold 1/2 Ct Marquise Composite Diamond Oval Shaped Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A confident expression of love, this diamond engagement ring ensures a marvelous moment. Created from deep hued 18K rose gold, this bold style showcases a stunning diamond look. 4 ma...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
4.02 Carat Natural Oval Emerald Diamond Cocktail Halo Ring 18 Karat G/Vs*
Located in New York, NY
Halo Cocktail Greens 2.62ct. Natural Emerald Ring Transparent / clean clarity Vivid Green 11.3 X 7.8mm 1.40ct. Diamonds. Round & full cuts G-color Vs-2 clarity. 18kt...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.96 Carat Oval Cut Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Surrounded by a row of brilliant-cut 46 accent diamonds, weighing a total of 0.42 carats, and 2 baguette diamonds weighing 0.09 carats.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
.88 Oval Ruby Diamond Halo Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Cluster is made of tapered baguette diamonds on one side and marquise diamonds on the opposite side. 1 oval ruby 7.18x 4.9 x 3.33 Approximate .88 carats 9 tapered baguette G-H VS di...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Inspired Platinum Old Euro Diamond 1.57 Carat Oval Pink Sapphire Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stones- Oval Vivid Pink Sapphire 1.57 Carats, 60 Old European Cut Round Diamonds F-G Color VS1 Clarity, 0.75 Carats.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Oval Green Emerald and 2 Diamond Stackable Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Style: Statement Ring Ring Size: 7 (resizing available for a fee) Total Weight: 2.2 Grams Diamond Count: 2 Diamond Carat Weight: 0...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Emerald Diamond Band - 18k Oval .99ctw Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Note: Please contact us for a resizing quote Metal Content: 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Emeralds Treatment: Oiling Carat(s): 0.46ctw Cut: Oval Color: Gre...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.02 Carat Oval Blue Topaz Diamond Halo 18 KT White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
This beautiful 1.70 Carat oval cut Blue Topaz engagement ring surrounded by double halo 0.32 Carat Round White Brilliant Cut Diamonds color H clarity SI1 set in 18 Karat white gold.
White Diamond, Topaz, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Yellow Gold Tourmaline & Diamond Ring - 10k Oval 2.93ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 8 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $25 or Down 1 1/2 sizes for $25 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Tourmaline Carat(s): 2.90ct Cut: Oval ...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
CGL Certified 2.24 Carat, SI-2, Natural Fancy Deep Orangish Pink Diamond Ring
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a CGL Certified Natural 2.245 Carat Fancy Deep Orangish Pink Diamond and 1.30 Carats Diamond accents Ring set in Platinum and 18 Karat Pink Gold. Diamonds ...
Diamond, Pink Diamond, Platinum
White Gold Sapphire Diamond Band - 14k Oval .68ctw Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Sapphires Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .60ctw Cut: Oval C...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
18K Rose Gold 1/2 Carat Composite Marquise Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A confident expression of love, this diamond engagement ring ensures a marvelous moment. Created from deep hued 14K rose gold, this bold style showcases a stunning diamond look. 4 ma...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
White Gold Sapphire Diamond Band - 18k Oval 2.06ctw Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Note: Please contact us for a resizing quote Metal Content: 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Sapphires Treatment: Heating Carat(s): 1.53ctw Cut: Oval Color: B...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Important 14.03 Carat Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
The ring features an oval-cut diamond center stone weighing 10.78 carats.
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 5.00 Carats E/VS2 Oval Shape Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Elevate your timeless of beauty and add a touch of light and sophistication on your look. Magnificent ring come in 18k gold with a lustrous GIA Certified of 5,00 carats, in perfect o...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Yellow Gold Amethyst Diamond Bypass Ring - 14k Oval .26ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 4 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1/2 a size for $30 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Amethyst Carat(s): .25ct Cut: Oval Color: Purple Natural Di...
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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GRS Certified 3.11 Carat Natural Oval Ruby Marquise Diamond Ring in Yellow Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our stunning GRS Certified 3.11 Carat Natural Oval Ruby Marquise Diamond Ring, crafted in 850 yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Vintage 2 Carat Blue Sapphire and Diamonds Engagement Ring 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 2 Carats Blue Sapphire & Diamonds Bow Design Engagement Ring. The ring is a beautiful piece sparkling from every angle a true master piece. Featuring a center blue sapphire w...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold
White Gold Sapphire Diamond Ring - 14k Oval 1.04ctw Engagement
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 4 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $80 or Down 1 size for $60 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Sapphire Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .80ct Cut: Oval Na...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.88 Carat Oval Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Flower Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A stylish cocktail ring showcasing a 0.88-carat color-rich sapphire, surrounded by 2 rows of round brilliant diamonds in a flower design. 84 Diamonds weigh 0.78 carats in total. Made...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.18 Carat Oval Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Flower Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A stylish cocktail ring showcasing a 1.18-carat color-rich sapphire, surrounded by 2 rows of round brilliant diamonds in a flower design. 84 Diamonds weigh 0.78 carats in total. Made...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rossella Ugolini 2 Carat Ruby White Diamonds 18K Yellow Gold East West Rings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
this ring features a deep red, oval cut 2 carat ruby set horizontally at the center.
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
1950s French 2.05 Carat Diamond and Oval Cut Ruby Color Doublet Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage French 2.05 carat diamond, ruby coloured doublet (artificial) and 18k yellow gold, 18k white gold set cluster ring; part of our vintage jewelry and esta...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Amethyst Diamond Bypass Ring - 10k Oval .40ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $40 or Down 2 sizes for $30 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold Stone Information Amethyst Carat(s): .34ct Cut: Oval Color: Purple Natural Diamonds ...
Amethyst, Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Sapphire Diamond Halo Ring - 14k Oval .46ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $50 or Down 2 sizes for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Sapphire Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .36ct Cut: Oval Color: Dark B...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond Ring - 14k Oval .72ctw Bowtie
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $50 or Down 2 sizes for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Emerald Treatment: Oiling Carat(s): .60ct Cut: Oval Color: Gree...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Sapphire Diamond Ring - 14k Oval 1.30ctw Floral
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Sapphire Treatment: Heating Carat(s): 1.10ct Cut: Oval N...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Citrine Diamond Bypass Ring - 10k Oval 3.71ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Citrine Treatment: Heating Carat(s): 1.25ct...
Citrine, Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum 1.50 Carat Oval Cut Rubies and Diamond Band
Located in Cape May, NJ
Era: Modern Composition: Platinum Primary Stone: 3 Oval Cut Rubies Carat Weight: Approximately 1.50 Carats Total Accent Stone: Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds Carat Weight: Appr...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.31 Carat Pink Sapphire Oval & Diamond 3-Stone Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA Certified 2.31 carat oval cut pink sapphire ring flanked by brilliant trillion-cut diamonds in an 18k white gold three stone engagement ring.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage-Inspired Semi-Mount for Round or Oval Diamond 1-2 Carat 14K Gold ER14411
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
This diamond engagement ring semi-mount has a fabulous flair that reminds you of the Victorian era. The details for this beautiful ring are listed below: Metal Quality: 14 Karat Yell...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, White Gold
Ruby and Oval Step Cut Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum
By MOGULDIAM INC
Located in New York, NY
The details are as follows : Oval diamond weight : 1.35 carat ( JK color and VS 1 clarity ) Small diamond weight : 0.45 carat Ruby weight : 0.65 carat Metal : Platinum Ring Size...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
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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