Vintage 1.35 Carat Diamond and White Gold Solitaire
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Gorgeous baguette diamonds sit on the shoulders of this absolutely stunning ring. The centre stone
Diamond, White Gold
$2,800Sale Price / item|60% Off
4 1/2 Carat Ct Art Deco Natural Round Diamond Full Eternity Band Ring 14k IGI
Located in New York, NY
solitaire diamonds are hand set in this full eternity band weighing approx. 4.60 carats. 17 natural 1/4
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 14k Round Brilliant .35ct
Located in Greensboro, NC
& 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .35ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color: K
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,800Sale Price / item|20% Off
Radiant Cut Diamond 18K Gold Pave Band Solitaire Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Color : Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold Diamond Cut : Cushion Cut Ring Size : 6.5 Diamond Carat
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
White Gold Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring - 14k Round Brilliant .47ct
Located in Greensboro, NC
: I2 Total Carats: .47ct Style: Solitaire Measurements Face Height (north to south): 1/4" (6mm
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond and Yellow Gold Solitaire Twist Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 0.40 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold solitaire twist ring
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring - 18k Round Brilliant .38ct
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .38ct (carat stamp) Cut: Round Brilliant Color: J Clarity
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1930s Diamond and White Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 0.45 carat diamond, 18k white gold and platinum solitaire style engagement
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Diamond Vintage Solitaire Engagement Ring - 14k Round Brilliant .75ct
Located in Greensboro, NC
: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .75ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color: H
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Solitaire Engagment Ring - 14k Round Brilliant .33ct
Located in Greensboro, NC
: SI1 Total Carats: .33ct Style: Solitaire Measurements Face Height (north to south): .1/4" (5.9mm
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring - 14k Round Brilliant .47ct
Located in Greensboro, NC
Clarity: SI2 Total Carats: .47ct Style: Solitaire Measurements Face Height (north to south): 1/4
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,999Sale Price / item|57% Off
4 1/2 Carat Ct Art Deco Real Round Diamond Full Eternity Band Ring 14k IGI
Located in New York, NY
solitaire diamonds are hand set in this full eternity band weighing approx. 4.60 carats. 17 natural 1/4
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Vintage Solitaire Engagement Ring 14k Round .33ct Floral
Located in Greensboro, NC
Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .33ct Cut: Round Brilliant
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Men's Ring - 14k Round Brilliant 3.08ct Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): 3.08ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1.01 Carat Mid Century Diamond Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
and sophisticated, this solitaire style is a classic. This ring is currently a size 7 1/4
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
$15,199Sale Price|20% Off
2.50 Carat SI/H Solitaire Cushion Cut Diamond Wedding Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Celebrate your forever with a ring that speaks of love, purity, and trust. Our natural diamond
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$12,463Sale Price|20% Off
2.50 Carat SI/H Solitaire Cushion Cut Diamond Wedding Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Celebrate your forever with a ring that speaks of love, purity, and trust. Our natural diamond
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Beauvince GIA 1.01 Carat Radiant Cut HVS2 East West Solitaire Ring
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
This stunning 1.01 Carat Radiant Cut HVS2 Solitaire Ring is all the bang for the buck. With larger
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Jabel Diamond Vintage Solitaire Engagement Ring - Yellow Gold 14k Round .35ct
By Jabel
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .35ct
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Classic Tiffany & Co. Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring in Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Webster, NY
Authentic Tiffany & Co. classic diamond solitaire ring made in Platinum. Diamond Carat Weight
Diamond, Platinum
Yellow Gold Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring - 14k European .40ct Cathedral
Located in Greensboro, NC
& 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .40ct Cut: European Color: H Clarity: VS1
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring - 14k Single Cut
Located in Greensboro, NC
& 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .02ct Cut: Single Color: H Clarity
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring - 14k Princess .25ct Knife-Edge
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .25ct Cut: Princess Color: F Clarity: SI2 Total Carats
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 2.17ct Diamond and 14ct White Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 2.17 carat diamond and 14 carat white gold solitaire ring
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Vintage Solitaire Engagement Ring - 14k Round .35ct Floral
Located in Greensboro, NC
: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .35ct Cut: Round
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Diamond Serpent Solitaire Bypass Ring - 14k Marquise .48ct Snake
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .48ct Cut: Marquise Color: F Clarity: SI1 Total Carats
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 14k Rd 1.76ct GIA Bezel Cathedral
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): 1.76ct Cut: Round
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring - 14k Marquise .57ct
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .57ct (carat stamp) Cut: Marquise Color: K Clarity: I1
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Brilliant Cut 0.30ct Solitaire Diamond Platinum 1895 Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier Brilliant Cut 0.30ct Solitaire Diamond Platinum 1895 Ring Product Details Xupes Ref: J528
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Brilliant Cut 0.32ct Solitaire Diamond Platinum Ballerine Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier Brilliant Cut 0.32ct Solitaire Diamond Platinum Ballerine Ring Product Details Xupes Ref
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Brilliant Cut 0.31ct Solitaire Diamond Platinum 1895 Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier Brilliant Cut 0.31ct Solitaire Diamond Platinum 1895 Ring Product Details Xupes Ref: J553
Diamond, Platinum
Solitaire Bezel 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Simplicity meets elegance in this Solitaire Bezel 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring , featuring a single
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Natural Diamond 0.77 Carats 18KT White Gold 7 Solitaire Half Eternity Band
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Stone Cluster Set Natural Diamonds Ring. This exquisite piece features a feminine design that transcends
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Art Deco Solitaire Engagement Ring - 14k Mine .30ct Vintage
Located in Greensboro, NC
: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .30ct Cut: Mine
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring - 14k Princess .60ct
Located in Greensboro, NC
& 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .60ct Cut: Princess Color: K Clarity: VS1
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Radiance Diamond 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Radiance Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring is a bold and elegant piece crafted in 14K
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Modern Second-Hand Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
approximately. US Size : 4 ; Free resize, please contact us. Modern second-hand yellow gold diamond ring - Very
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Diamond Art Deco Solitaire Engagement Ring 18k Euro .26ct Vintage
Located in Greensboro, NC
- 1930s Metal Content: 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .26ct Cut: European
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Vintage Solitaire Engagement Ring - 14k Round Brilliant
Located in Greensboro, NC
: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .05ct Cut: Round
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Modern Second-Hand Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold. This elegant solitaire ring features a wide, beaded band that holds a
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
The LEO Diamond Halo Engage Ring Wedding Band White Gold 14k LEO Princess .70ctw
By The Leo Diamond
Located in Greensboro, NC
Clarity: SI1 - SI2 Stone Note: (engagement ring accents) Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .20ctw Cut: Round
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Diamond Art Deco Solitaire Engagement Ring - 14k 18k European .20ct
Located in Greensboro, NC
: 14k White Gold & 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .20ct Cut: European
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Diamond Art Deco Solitaire Engagement Ring 14k European .20ct Vintage
Located in Greensboro, NC
- 1930s Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .20ct Cut: European
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 10k Round Brilliant .50ct
Located in Greensboro, NC
Yellow Gold Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 10k Round Brilliant .50ct Stone Information: Natural
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Diamond Solitaire Cocktail Ring, ca. 2.2ct, G/H-VS, 1970s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A diamond solitaire cocktail ring in platinum, ca. 1970s. The ring is centred with a round
Diamond, Platinum
Yellow Gold Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 14k Round Brilliant .31ct
Located in Greensboro, NC
Yellow Gold Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 14k Round Brilliant .31ct Stone Information
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Diamond Ring, 900 Platinum Old Mine Cut 5 3/4 Genuine .71 Carat
Located in Greensboro, NC
its strength and enduring beauty. The center of the ring showcases an Old Mine Cut diamond solitaire
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Solitaire Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum, D VS
By Harry Winston
Located in Honolulu, HI
Harry Winston Solitaire Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum features a round brilliant cut diamond
Diamond, Platinum
$18,800Sale Price / item|20% Off
GIA certified 1.80 carat Oval Solitaire
By Simon Ardem
Located in New York, NY
GIA certified 1.80 carat Oval engagement ring with non-traditional 4 prong set in platinum. Color F
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Single Stone, Solitaire Round Diamond 0.75ct Engagement Ring by Boodles
By Boodle & Dunthorne
Located in London, GB
Single stone diamond solitaire engagement ring by Boodles in 18ct yellow gold. Made from solid
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Vintage Solitaire Engagement Ring 14k Old Mine
Located in Greensboro, NC
: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .08ct Cut: Old Mine
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,217Sale Price / item|20% Off
1CT Round Cut Solitaire GH-SI Natural Diamond Wedding Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1CT Round Cut Solitaire GH Color SI Clarity Natural Diamond Wedding Ring Specification: Brand
Diamond, 14k Gold
$4,434Sale Price / item|24% Off
1.20CT Round Cut Solitaire GH-SI Natural Diamond Wedding Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1.20CT Round Cut Solitaire GH Color SI Clarity Natural Diamond Wedding Ring Specification: Brand
Diamond, 14k Gold
$7,794Sale Price / item|24% Off
1.50CT Round Cut Solitaire GH-SI Natural Diamond Wedding Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1.50CT Round Cut Solitaire GH Color SI Clarity Natural Diamond Wedding Ring Specification: Brand
Diamond, 14k Gold
$2,034Sale Price / item|24% Off
0.75CT Round Cut Solitaire GH-SI Natural Diamond Wedding Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
0.75CT Round Cut Solitaire GH Color SI Clarity Natural Diamond Wedding Ring Specification: Brand
Diamond, 14k Gold
14K White Gold 1/2 Cttw Diamond Solitaire Pave Set Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
sparkle. This size 7 ring, with a total diamond weight of 1/2 carat, isn't just a symbol of commitmentâ
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Vintage Solitaire Engagement Ring - 14k Round Promise
Located in Greensboro, NC
Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .05ct Cut: Round Brilliant
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow 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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