Rose Gold Morganite Diamond Ring - 14k Round 2.58ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Morganite Carat(s): 2.50ct Cut: Round Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .08ctw Cut
Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Ring - 10k Round .49ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Diamond Carat(s): .01ct Cut: Single Color: White Style: Solitaire with Accents Halo Measurements Face
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum Tourmaline & Diamond Engagement Ring - Oval 1.89ctw Pink
Located in Greensboro, NC
Information Natural Tourmaline Carat(s): 1.32ct Cut: Oval Color: Pink Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .57ctw Cut
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Yellow Gold Amethyst Diamond Ring - 10k Marquise .47ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Amethyst Carat(s): .45ct Cut: Marquise Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .02ctw Cut
Amethyst, Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Pearl Diamond Halo Ring - 14k .20ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Cultured Pearl Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .20ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G - H
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Diamond Bypass Ring - 18k Round Brilliant .50ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .20ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G Clarity: SI1 Natural
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.60ct Cross Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite cross cut diamond solitaire engagement ring is a masterpiece of elegance and
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Yellow Gold Tanzanite Diamond Ring - 14k Oval .96ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Diamonds Carat(s): .06ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: J - K Clarity: SI2 - I1 Total Carats: .96ctw Style
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum Aquamarine Diamond Ring - Square Radiant 1.26ctw Engagement
Located in Greensboro, NC
Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .34ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G - H Clarity: VS1 - VS2 Total Carats
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Diamond Retro Engagement Ring - 950 Transitional .54ctw Vintage
Located in Greensboro, NC
: Platinum 950 Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .50ct Cut: Transitional Color: F Clarity: VS1
Diamond, Platinum
Yellow Gold Diamond Engagement Ring - 14k Princess .98ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
& 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .70ct Cut: Princess Color: G Clarity
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Garnet Diamond Ring - 10k Oval 1.46ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Garnet Carat(s): 1.40ct Cut: Oval Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .06ctw Cut
Diamond, Garnet, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Tanzanite Diamond Ring - 14k Oval 1.68ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Diamonds Carat(s): .16ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G - H Clarity: SI1 - SI2 Total Carats: 1.68ctw
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Amethyst Diamond Ring - 10k Marquise .41ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .01ctw Cut: Single Color: G - H Clarity: I2 Total Carats: .41ctw Center Fits
Amethyst, Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Engagement Ring - 14k Transitional .80ctw Vintage
Located in Greensboro, NC
& 14k White Gold Stone Information Diamond Carat(s): .72ct Cut: Transitional Color: G Clarity
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Pearl Diamond Bypass Ring - 14k .10ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Cultured Pearl Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .10ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: H - I
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum Aquamarine Diamond Ring - Round 1.43ctw Etched Milgrain
Located in Greensboro, NC
Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .40ctw Cut: Princess & Round Brilliant Color: G - H Clarity: SI1 - SI2 Total
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring - 18k European .70ctw Vintage
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .40ct Cut: European Color: G Clarity: VS1 Natural Diamonds
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Sapphire Diamond Ring - 10k Oval .21ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
: Dark Blue Clarity: NA Natural Diamonds Carat(s): NA Cut: Single Color: NA Clarity: NA Stone Note: (2
Diamond, Sapphire, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Garnet Diamond Ring - 14k Oval 2.94ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
: Square Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .24ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: H - I Clarity: SI1 - I1 Total
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Amethyst Diamond Ring 14k Oval 1.95ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Amethyst Carat(s): 1.75ct Cut: Oval Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .20ctw Cut: Round
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum Akoya Pearl & Diamond Ring - Round Brilliant .34ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Information Akoya Pearl Color: White Size: 9.2mm Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .34ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
White Gold Tanzanite Diamond Ring - 14k Cushion 3.10ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .10ctw Cut: Princess Color: G Clarity: VS1 - VS2 Total Carats: 3.10ctw Style
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold
Platinum Sapphire & Diamond Engagement Ring - 900 Round .77ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Sapphire Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .57ct Cut: Round Color: Blue Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .20ctw Cut
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
.84 Carat Mine Cut Diamond Art Deco Ring 14 Karat Gold and Platinum GIA Vintage
Located in Greensboro, NC
This ring is a size 4 1/4 - 4 1/2, but it can be re-sized up 2 sizes for a $25 fee. Once a ring is
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Yellow Gold Sapphire Diamond Bypass Ring - 10k Round .18ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .02ctw Cut: Single Color: H - I Clarity: I1 - I2 Total Carats: .18ctw Style
Diamond, Sapphire, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Diamond Halo Engagement Ring - 14k Princess .66ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .25ct Cut: Princess Color: I Clarity: SI2 Natural Diamonds Carat(s
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond Ring - 14k Round .28ctw Bypass
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Emerald Treatment: Oiling Carat(s): .10ct Cut: Round Natural Diamonds Carat
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rose Gold Diamond Halo Engagement Ring - 14k Pear .55ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Natural Diamond Carat(s): .25ct Cut: Pear Color: J Clarity: SI2 Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .30ctw Cut
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Ring 18k Oval .70ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Ruby Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .60ct Cut: Oval Natural Diamonds Carat(s
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Gold 6.90 Carat Diamond Brilliant-Cut Eternity Ring in Four Gold Colors
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat Gold 6.90 Carat Diamond Brilliant-Cut Eternity Ring in Four Gold Colors These phenomenal
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
White Gold Tanzanite Diamond Ring - 14k Oval .62ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Diamonds Carat(s): .12ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: H - I Clarity: SI1 - SI2 Total Carats: .62ctw Style
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring - 18k Round 1.97ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .69ctw Cut: Round Brilliant & Baguette Color: G - H Clarity: VS1 - VS2
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire Ring - 14k Marquise 1.41ctw GIA
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .53ct Cut: Marquise Color: E Clarity: SI2 Certified by: GIA
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond Bypass Ring - 10k Marquise .37ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Diamonds Carat(s): .08ctw Cut: Single Color: H - I Clarity: SI2 - I1 Total Carats: .37ctw Center Fits
Diamond, Emerald, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Tanzanite Diamond Ring 14k Marquise .66ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
): 0.50ct Cut: Marquise Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 0.16ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G - H Clarity: I1
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Akoya Pearl Diamond Ring - 14k .30ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Akoya Pearl Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .30ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G - H
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond Ring - 14k Oval .72ctw Bowtie
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Emerald Treatment: Oiling Carat(s): .60ct Cut: Oval Color: Green Natural Diamonds
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Tanzanite Diamond Ring - 10k Marquise 1.16ct
Located in Greensboro, NC
): .16ct Cut: Marquise Natural Diamonds Carat(s): (1) small Cut: Single Total Carats: 1.16ct Style
Diamond, Tanzanite, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Tanzanite Diamond Ring - 14k Trillion 1.44ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
: Purple Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .04ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G - H Clarity: SI2 - I1 Total
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Engagement Ring - 18k Round Brilliant 1.25ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Carats: 1.25ctw Style: Solitaire with Accents Measurements Face Height (north to south): 1/4" (5.6mm
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Amethyst Diamond Ring 14k Oval 3.56ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Amethyst Carat(s): 3.10ct Cut: Oval Color: Purple Natural Diamonds Carat(s
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hearts on Fire Round 0.36 Carat I SI2 Diamond Ring in 14 Karat White Gold
By Hearts On Fire
Located in San Diego, CA
Brand: HEARTS ON FIRE Style of Setting: 4-PRONG WHITE GOLD SOLITAIRE SETTING Serial Number: HOF
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Amethyst Diamond Bypass Ring - 14k Oval .26ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Gold Stone Information Amethyst Carat(s): .25ct Cut: Oval Color: Purple Natural Diamond Carat(s
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Peridot & Diamond Bypass Ring - 10k Oval .50ct
Located in Greensboro, NC
Natural Diamonds Cut: Single Stone Note: (two small accents) Total Carats: .50ct Style: Bypass
Diamond, Peridot, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Sapphire Diamond Halo Ring - 14k Oval .46ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Diamonds Carat(s): .10ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G - H Clarity: SI2 - I1 Total Carats: .46ctw Style
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond Halo Ring - 14k Oval .84ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Emerald Treatment: Oiling Carat(s): .60ct Cut: Oval Natural Diamonds Carat(s
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring - 14k Emerald 1.12ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Blue Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .04ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: I - J Clarity: VS1 - VS2 Total
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Sapphire Diamond Halo Ring - 10k Oval 1.38ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Color: Dark Blue Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .16ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: J - K Clarity: I1 - I2
Diamond, Sapphire, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Scottish Rite 32nd Degree Ring - 10k Dia .55ct SZ 10 1/4 Masonic
Located in Greensboro, NC
; 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .55ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G
10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Amethyst Diamond Bypass Ring - 10k Oval .40ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Amethyst Carat(s): .34ct Cut: Oval Color: Purple Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .06ctw
Amethyst, Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Sapphire Diamond Ring - 14k Oval 1.30ctw Floral
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Sapphire Treatment: Heating Carat(s): 1.10ct Cut: Oval Natural Diamonds
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Amethyst Diamond Bypass Ring - 10k Marquise .19ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Amethyst Carat(s): .18ct Cut: Marquise Color: Purple Natural Diamonds Carat(s
Amethyst, Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Bypass Ring - 10k Oval .24ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Color: Pinkish Red Clarity: I1 - I3 Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .04ctw Cut: Single Color: I - J Clarity
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Bypass Ring - 10k Marquise .19ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Color: Pinkish Red Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .02ctw Cut: Single Stone Note: (2) small Total Carats
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Sapphire Diamond Ring - 14k Oval 1.04ctw Engagement
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Sapphire Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .80ct Cut: Oval Natural Diamonds Carat
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Blue Topaz Diamond Ring - 10k Round 1.00ct
Located in Greensboro, NC
Diamonds Cut: Single Stone Note: (2) small Total Carats: 1.00ct Style: Solitaire with Accents
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 10k 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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