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
4.22 Carat Vivid Blue Oval Cut Sapphire & Diamond 3 Stone Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
GRS Certified 4.22 Carat Oval Cut Vivid Blue Natural Sapphire with 2 Half Moon Cut Diamonds in 18k White Gold Three Stone Ring.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1970s 14.12 Carat Oval Cut Topaz Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Topaz Quality Color Blue Cut Oval Content 14.12 carats Dimensions 15.06mm x 11.38mm x 8.81mm Dimensions Length of setting 1.65cm/0.64" Width of setting 1.20cm/0.47" Height of settin...
Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 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
White Gold Sapphire Diamond Cluster Ring 14k Oval 2.06ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Sapphire Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .90ct Cut: Oval Na...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 2 Carat Pigeon Blood Burma Ruby Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA-certified natural 2.00 carat vivid red Burma ruby with a trade-described “Pigeon's Blood” color appearance is set in platinum and framed by six diamonds totaling 0.40 carats, cre...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.62 Carat Oval Green Alexandrite & Diamond Platinum Vintage Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA Certified 2.62 carat oval cut natural green alexandrite measuring 8.6 x 7.5mm is set in a four-prong platinum 900 mounting flanked by stepped baguette diamond clusters on each sh...
Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Black Opal & Diamond Bypass Ring - Oval Cabochon 1.52ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 Sizing Fee: Up 1 size for $80 or Down 1/2 a size for $40 Metal Content: Platinum Stone Information Natural Black Opal Carat(s): .86ct Cut: Oval Cabochon Stone Note: (Austr...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Bypass Ring - 14k Oval 1.16ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 9 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $30 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Ruby Treatment: Heating Carat(s): 1.00ct Cut: Oval Natu...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Sapphire Diamond Ring 14k Oval 2.14ctw Engagement
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 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): 1.78ct Cut: Oval Natur...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Oval sapphire diamond ring 18KT white gold diamond ring dark blue sapphire ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Elegant diamond ring with a dark blue sapphire in the middle oval 2 carats approximately.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 1.61 Carat Oval Cut Purple Red Ruby 1.01Carat Diamonds Ring 18 kt*
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 1.61Ct Natural Ruby Ring Report: 6177094723 Oval cut Clean Clarity 8.53 X 6.50 X 3.15mm GIA: Purpulish Red Heat Only. 1.01ct. side round diamonds. G-color vs...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.80 Carat Oval Sapphire Ring in 14k White Gold with Round Diamonds 0.98 Carats
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K white gold ring with one oval sapphire weighing 1.80 carats and with round faceted diamonds weighing 0.98 carat total.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.19 Carat Oval Cut Red No Heat Ruby Diamonds Ring 14 Karat*
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 1.19Ct Natural Ruby Ring Report: 6193270038 Oval cut Clean Clarity 7.47 X 4.88 X 3.54mm GIA: Purplish Red No Heat / Fully Natural .20ct. side round diamonds. ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
18K Yellow Gold Halo Ring 6.25 Carat Oval & Round Diamonds Size 6.25 FGY SI2 GIA
Located in New York, NY
Video: Video Link Detailed Description: This captivating vintage halo ring features a stunning 5.01-carat oval-shaped diamond, rated Fgy in color and Si2 in clarity, set in exquisite...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Tanzanite Diamond Halo Ring - 14k Oval 2.68cwt
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Tanzanite Treatment: Routinely Enhanced...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond Bypass Ring - 14k Oval .40ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $35 or Down 3 sizes for $35 Note: If the ring is sized up, the shank will become very oval in shape.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 4.06 Carat Oval Cut Red No Heat Ruby Diamonds Ballerina Ring 14kt*
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 1.50Ct Natural Ruby Ring Report: 5191792586 Oval cut Clean Clarity 8.28 X 6.49 X 2.87mm GIA: Purplish Red No Heat / Fully Natural 1.50ct. side round diamonds. ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Citrine Diamond Halo Ring - 14k Oval 2.73ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 or Down 2 sizes for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Citrine Carat(s): 2.40ct Cut: Oval Na...
Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
0.85 Carat Oval-Cut Fire Opal with Diamond Accents 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
The 14K Yellow Gold jewelry boasts 8x6 mm (1 pcs) 0.85 carat Oval-Cut Prong Setting Fire Opal, along with Natural Round-cut white Diamond (2 Pcs) 0.05 Carat accent stones for a lovel...
Diamond, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum Alexandrite & Diamond Halo Ring - Oval 1.70ctw GIA Floral Lace
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $80 or Down 1 1/2 sizes for $60 Metal Content: 90% Platinum Stone Information Natural Alexandrite Carat(s): 1.07ct (carat stamp) Cut: Oval C...
Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum
1.55 Carats Oval Emerald Diamond Wedding Band Ring in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
1.55 Carats Oval Emerald Diamond Wedding Band Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural emerald of 1.55 carats and diamonds of 0.42 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum 6.22 Carat Ruby & Diamond Ring
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Set in Platinum is a 6.22 carat Ruby with 2 Tapered Baguettes on the sides with a diamond weight of 0.45 carats. Ring Size is 6.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
White Gold Emerald & Diamond Halo Ring - 14k Oval 3.64ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Sizing Fee: Up 1 1/2 sizes for $50 or Down 1 1/2 sizes for $50 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Emerald Treatment: Oiling Carat(s): 2.28ct Cut: Oval...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Pink Spinel Diamond Ring - 14k Oval 2.45ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Sizing Fee: Up 1/2 a size for $60 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Spinel Carat(s): .91ct Cut: Oval Color: Pink Natural Diamonds ...
Diamond, Spinel, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Opal Diamond Ring - 18k Oval Cabochon 2.20ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $60 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Opal Carat(s): 2.10ct Cut: Oval Cabochon Origin: Austral...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Mystic Topaz Diamond Ring - 10k Oval 1.60ct
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $35 or Down 1 size for $25 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Mystic Topaz Treatment: Routinely E...
Diamond, Topaz, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1/2 Cts F/VS East West Oval Shape Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Gold
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
This exquisite engagement ring showcases a 0.50-carat oval-shaped diamond, set in a classic 18K yellow gold solitaire setting.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Peter Suchy AGL 3.16 Carat Oval Ruby Diamond Gold Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
This exquisite masterpiece is a perfect symphony of luxury and craftsmanship, where a captivating oval ruby takes center stage. 1 oval red SI ruby Approximate 3.16 carats AGL # 108...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate CHOSEN Oval Cut Tanzanite + Diamond Halo Engagement Ring Platinum 950
Located in Addison, TX
Number of Diamonds 28 Main Stone Color Blue Secondary Stone Diamond Main Stone Tanzanite Ring Size 7 Main Stone Shape Oval Style Halo Ring Base Metal Platinum Gemstone Clarity Grade ...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum
White Gold Tanzanite Diamond Ring - 14k Oval 1.06ctw Engagement
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 4 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1/2 a size for $30 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Tanzanite Carat(s): .74ct Cut: Oval Color: Purple Na...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Amethyst Diamond Bypass Ring - 14k Oval 2.40ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 1/2 a size for $30 or Down 1/2 a size for $30 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Amethyst Carat(s): 2.10ct Cut: Oval Color: Purple...
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Sapphire Diamond Halo Ring - 18k Oval 1.74ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 1 1/2 sizes for $60 or Down 1/2 a size for $40 Metal Content: 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Sapphire Treatment: Heating Carat(s): 1.12ct Cut:...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.29 Carat Natural Diamond Floral Engagement Ring Set of 2 in 18K White Gold
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
A larger diamond centre nestles between pointed, leaf-like accents, with a curved diamond row following beneath. The white-gold lines gather around the stones like the edges of a sma...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$320Sale Price|20% Off
New 2 Carat Citrine & Diamond Cut Yellow Sapphire Sterling Ring Size 6.5
Located in Eagan, MN
It is a Golden Yellow Citrine stone and is 2 carats. It is a fancy cut oval stone and measures 9.2 x 6.8 mm and is surrounded by diamond cut white sapphire stones and they are surro...
Citrine, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
4.62 Carat Oval Cut Blue Tanzanite & Multi Row Diamond Ring Platinum & 18K Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: Platinum and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstones: Blue Tanzanite and Diamond Tanzanite Cut: Oval Tanzanite Color: Royal Blue Tanzanite: Carat: 4.62 Diamond Cut: Princess & Trilli...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Yellow Gold Aquamarine Diamond Halo Ring - 18k Oval 5.61ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $100 or Down 2 sizes for $80 Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold & 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Aquamarine Treatment: Heating Car...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 18k Oval .25ct
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $60 or Down 2 sizes for $40 Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold & 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .25ct Cut: Oval Colo...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Amethyst Diamond Bypass Ring - 18k Oval 8.00ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 1/2 a size for $50 or Down 1/2 a size for $40 Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Amethyst Carat(s): 7.66ct Cut: Oval Color: Purple...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA 2.50 Carats Oval & Pear Bezel Toi Et Moi Diamonds Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By Nikabell fine Jewels
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
This elegant Toi Et Moi ring features two GIA Certified diamonds totaling 2.50 carats, composed of a 1.50 carat Oval Shape diamond paired with a 1.00 carat Pear Shape diamond, select...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.33 Carat Oval Cut Ruby and Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A classic and timeless piece of jewelry showcasing a 1.33 carat Oval cut ruby. Center stone is surrounded by 12 brilliant-cut diamonds followed by 2 baguette diamonds in 18k white go...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.33 Carat Oval Cut Ruby and Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A classic and timeless piece of jewelry showcasing a 1.33 carat Oval cut ruby. Center stone is surrounded by 12 brilliant-cut diamonds followed by 2 baguette diamonds in 18k white go...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Bypass Ring - 10k Oval .24ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 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 Natural Ruby Treatment: Heating Carat(s): ....
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Kunzite & Diamond Ring - 18k Oval Cut 11.96ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 3/4 Sizing Fee: Down 1 for $50 or up 2 for $60 Metal Content: 18k White Gold Stone Information Genuine Kunzite Carat(s): 11.82ctw Cut: Oval Color: Purplish Pink Natural Di...
Diamond, Kunzite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Ruby & Diamond Bypass Ring - 14k Oval .14ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $35 or Down 2 sizes for $35 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Ruby Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .13ct Cut: Oval Color: Pi...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.50 Carat E VVS1 Oval Diamonds Ring with Pavé Band 18K White Gold
By Nikabell fine Jewels
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
This refined ring features a GIA Certified 2.50 carat Oval Shape diamond, graded E color and VVS1 clarity, selected for its exceptional brilliance and elegant proportions.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.73 Carat Oval Emerald Engagement Ring with Halo Diamonds in 14k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
0.73 Carat Oval Emerald Engagement Ring with Halo Diamonds in 14K Gold featuring natural emerald of 0.73 carat and diamonds of 0.26 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Oval Ruby and Diamond Band Ring 18K
Located in Miami, FL
Features 18K white gold 1.70 carat total weight in rubies 0.42 carat total weight in diamonds Ring size 6.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Sapphire Diamond Halo Ring - 10k Oval .37ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $40 or Down 2 sizes for $30 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Sapphire Treatment: Heating Carat(...
Diamond, Sapphire, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 3.22 Carat E VVS2 Oval Diamond Hidden Halo Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By Nikabell fine Jewels
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
This refined ring features a GIA Certified 3.22 carat Oval Shape diamond, graded E color and VVS2 clarity, selected for its exceptional brilliance and elegant proportions.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.50 Carats D VVS1 Oval Diamond Pavé Band Ring in 18K White Gold
By Nikabell fine Jewels
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
This elegant ring features a GIA Certified 2.00 carat Oval Shape diamond, graded D color and VVS1 clarity, selected for its exceptional brilliance and graceful elongated silhouette.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Tanzanite & Diamond Halo Ring - 14k Oval 3.43ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 1 size for $40 or Down 1/2 a size for $30 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Tanzanite Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Carat(s): 3.09...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Iolite Diamond Ring - 14k Oval 1.35ctw Milgrain
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $35 or Down 1 size for $35 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Iolite Carat(s): 1.10ct Cut: Oval Color: Pu...
Diamond, Iolite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Sapphire Diamond Halo Ring - 10k Oval 1.75ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Sapphire Treatment: Heating Carat(s...
Diamond, Sapphire, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum Ruby & Diamond Halo Ring - 850 Oval 1.08ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 1/2 sizes for $60 or Down 1 1/2 sizes for $40 Metal Content: 850 Platinum Stone Information Natural Ruby Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .70ct Cut: Oval ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.50 Carats E/VVS2 Oval Diamond Half Bezel Ring in 18K White Gold
By Nikabell fine Jewels
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
This elegant ring features a GIA Certified 2.50 carat Oval Shape diamond, graded E color and VVS2 clarity, selected for its exceptional brilliance and graceful elongated silhouette.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Sapphire & Diamond Bypass Ring - 18k Oval 1.27ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $40 or Down 2 sizes for $30 Metal Content: 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Sapphire Treatment: Heating Carat(s): 1.15ct Cut: Oval C...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Lab Grown Oval Sapphire 3.68 Carats in 18K White Gold Halo Round Diamond Ring
By Vanna K
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
18K white gold Vanna K halo ring with round brilliant-cut diamonds weighing 0.25 carats total.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,120Sale Price / item|20% Off
13 Carats Ruby Oval Cabochon 14kt Gold 12 Full Cut Round Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
13 Carats Natural Ruby oval cabochon ( 11 mm. x 15 mm.) set with 3,7 grams of 14 kt white gold, 12 round full cut diamonds of 0,05 ct. each = 0,6 carats total diamonds weight Ring Sh...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
White Gold Tanzanite & Diamond Bypass Ring - 18k Oval .90ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 3/4 Sizing Fee: Down 1 size for $35 or up 2 sizes for $40 Metal Content: 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Tanzanite Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Carat(s): .80ct...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White 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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