GIA 2.2ct Radiant Solitaire Basket 4-Prong Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Elevate your jewelry collection with This exquisite diamond ring featuring a magnificent center stone crafted from a radiant diamond, w...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 3 Carat Emerald Solitaire Basket 4-Prong 18k White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite diamond ring featuring a magnificent center stone crafted from an emerald diamond, ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA 4.63 Carat Emerald Solitaire Basket 4-Prong 18k White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite diamond ring featuring a magnificent center stone crafted from an emerald diamond, ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA 3 Carat Emerald Solitaire Basket 4-Prong 18k Rose Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite diamond ring featuring a magnificent center stone crafted from an emerald diamond, ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1.20 Carat Platinum Engagement Round Diamond Solitaire Twist Bespoke 4 Claw Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
For a beautifully entwined journey together, this gleaming twisted vine modern classic engagement ring. Handmade in high grade Platinum 950 to British Standard, with a total of 1.20 ...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
GIA 1.01 Carat Solitaire Emerald 4-Prong Basket 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking center stone, a GIA-certified emerald diamond weighing 1.01 , exhibiting exquisite brilliance and sparkle...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 2.01 Carat Solitaire Radiant 4-Prong Basket 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking center stone, a GIA-certified radiant diamond weighing 2.01 , exhibiting exquisite brilliance and sparkle...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 2.01 Carat Radiant Solitaire Basket 4-Prong 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with This exquisite diamond ring featuring a magnificent center stone crafted from a radiant diamond, weighing an impressive 2.01. Graded a dazzling F...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 2.00 Carat Solitaire Radiant 4-Prong Basket 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking center stone, a GIA-certified radiant diamond weighing 2.00 , exhibiting exquisite brilliance and sparkle...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 1.50 Carat Solitaire Emerald 4-Prong Basket 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking center stone, a GIA-certified emerald diamond weighing 1.50 , exhibiting exquisite brilliance and sparkle...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 1.5ct Solitaire Emerald 4-Prong Basket Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking center stone, a GIA-certified emerald diamond weighing 1.5...
Diamond, Platinum
$18,332Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.73 Carat Round Solitaire Tulip Pave Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Celebrate life's fleeting moments with this enchanting diamond ring, featuring a stunning round diamond at the center weighing 1.73 , g...
Diamond, White Gold
$16,523Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.51 Carat Round Solitaire Tulip Pave Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Celebrate life's fleeting moments with this enchanting diamond ring, featuring a stunning round diamond at the center weighing 1.51 , g...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 3ct Emerald Solitaire Basket 4-Prong 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite diamond ring featuring a magnificent center stone crafted from an emerald diamond, ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$16,076Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.81 Carat Round Solitaire Tulip Pave Platinum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Celebrate life's fleeting moments with this enchanting diamond ring, featuring a stunning round diamond at the center weighing 1.81 , g...
Diamond, Platinum
$112,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 4 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This ring is an exquisite piece of jewelry crafted in polished 18K yellow gold, offering a warm and rich foundation for the design. At the center of the ring sits a commanding 4.01-c...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald
$3,270Sale Price|37% Off
0.50 Carat Princess Diamond 18 Karat Gold Solitaire Hasbani Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A modern classic engagement ring. Handmade in 18 Karat Gold, with a 0.50 Carat White Diamond. Set in an open gallery 4 corners mount with a split v-shank. A beautiful Half Carat Cer...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
0.75 Carat Princess Diamond 18 Karat Gold Solitaire Hasbani Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A modern classic engagement ring. Handmade in 18 Karat Gold, with a 0.75 Carat White Diamond. Set in an open gallery 4 corners mount with a split v-shank. An attractive 0.75 Carat C...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
$10,064Sale Price|40% Off
1.00 Carat Princess Diamond 18 Karat Gold Solitaire Hasbani Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A modern classic engagement ring. Handmade in 18 Karat Gold, with 1.00 Carat White Diamond. Set in an open gallery 4 corners mount with a split v-shank. An impressive 1.00 Carat Cer...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
0.25 Carat Princess Diamond 18 Karat Gold Solitaire Hasbani Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A modern classic engagement ring. Handmade in 18 Karat Gold, with a 0.25 Carat White Diamond. Set in an open gallery 4 corners mount with a split v-shank. A very pretty 0.25 Carat C...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
$89,600Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 4 Carat Old Mine Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful diamond solitaire ring featuring a GIA certified 4 carat old mine brilliant cut diamond, offering the charm and character of an antique-style cut with the presence of a s...
Diamond, Platinum
$61,812Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 4 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Exuding timeless elegance and refined sophistication, this GIA certified 4 carat old European cut diamond solitaire engagement ring is a true testament to classic jewelry design.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$38,743Sale Price|20% Off
4.44 Carat Round Diamond Solitaire Platinum Bespoke 8 Claw Large Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
An extraordinary 4.44 carat round brilliant cut diamond solitaire ring, expertly crafted in platinum 950 and fully UK hallmarked, offering timeless elegance and exceptional presence ...
Diamond, Platinum
4.89 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 4.89 carat diamond solitaire engagement ring, displayed in a contemporary platinum setting; part of our diverse diamond jewellery collections.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
0.68 Carat Round Side Band Diamond Solitaire 18 Karat Rose Gold Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
For a beautifully entwined journey together, this gleaming twisted vine modern classic engagement ring. Handmade in 18 Karat Rose Gold, with a total of 0.68 Carat White Diamonds. Set...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
$18,100Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 2.29ct Princess Side Stone Bezel Band Solitaire Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** This stunning princess diamond ring features a breathtaking H SI2 center stone weighing 2.29 , radiating exceptional brilliance and fir...
Diamond, Platinum
$9,872Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.5ct Cushion Side Stone Bezel Band Solitaire Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** This stunning cushion diamond ring features a breathtaking I SI2 center stone weighing 1.5 , radiating exceptional brilliance and fire....
Diamond, Platinum
$7,571Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.2ct Oval Side Stone Bezel Band Solitaire Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** This stunning oval diamond ring features a breathtaking I SI1 center stone weighing 1.2 , radiating exceptional brilliance and fire. Cr...
Diamond, Platinum
$7,859Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.01ct Emerald Side Stone Bezel Band Solitaire Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** This stunning emerald diamond ring features a breathtaking G VS1 center stone weighing 1.01 , radiating exceptional brilliance and fire...
Diamond, Platinum
$16,533Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.5ct Emerald Side Stone Bezel Band Solitaire Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** This stunning emerald diamond ring features a breathtaking G VS1 center stone weighing 1.5 , radiating exceptional brilliance and fire....
Diamond, Platinum
$13,909Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.81ct Oval Side Stone Bezel Band Solitaire Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** This stunning oval diamond ring features a breathtaking J SI1 center stone weighing 1.81 , radiating exceptional brilliance and fire. C...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 2.00ct Emerald Side Stone Bezel Band Solitaire Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** This stunning emerald diamond ring features a breathtaking H VS1 center stone weighing 2.00 , radiating exceptional brilliance and fire...
Diamond, Platinum
$5,296Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.01ct Cushion Side Stone Bezel Band Solitaire Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** This stunning cushion diamond ring features a breathtaking H SI1 center stone weighing 1.01 , radiating exceptional brilliance and fire...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 2.02ct Radiant Side Stone Bezel Band Solitaire Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This stunning radiant diamond ring features a breathtaking J SI1 center stone weighing 2.02 , radiating exceptional brilliance and fire. Crafted with precision, the ring is set in lu...
Diamond, Platinum
1.78 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 1.78 carat diamond and platinum solitaire ring; part of our diverse engagement ring collections.
Diamond, Platinum
4 Carat Round Solitaire Diamond 18K Gold Fluted Bezel Mens Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Product Specifications: Item Type: Men's Solitaire Diamond Statement Ring Metal: 18K Yellow Gold with white gold bezel insert Ring Size: 9.75 (adjustable) Weight: 19.12 grams Setting...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA 2.00ct Radiant Side Stone Bezel Band Solitaire Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** This stunning, radiant diamond ring features a breathtaking I SI1 center stone weighing 2.00 , radiating exceptional brilliance and fir...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 1.00ct Oval Side Stone Bezel Band Solitaire Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This stunning oval diamond ring features a breathtaking J SI2 center stone weighing 1.00ct, radiating exceptional brilliance and fire. Crafted with precision, the ring is set in luxu...
Diamond, Platinum
Leo Princess Cut Diamond 0.98 Carat White Gold Four Prong Solitaire Ring
By The Leo Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
LEO DIAMONDS Style: 4 Prong Solitaire Serial Number: LEO 2081236S Metal: 14KT White Gold Size: 5 (sizable) Total Carat Weight: 0.98 CTS Diamond Shape: LEO Princess Diamond Color & C...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Leo Round Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 0.30 Carat I VVS2 14 Karat Gold
By The Leo Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
THE LEO DIAMOND SOLITAIRE ENGAGEMENT RING Style: 4 - Prong Solitaire Serial Number: LEO5061418 Certificate: GSI # 4980700117 Metal: 14KT White Gold Size: 7 - Sizable Total Carat ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Leo Round Diamond Solitaire Ring 0.45 Carat I SI2 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By The Leo Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
THE LEO DIAMOND SOLITAIRE ENGAGEMENT RING Style: 4 - Prong Solitaire Serial Number: LEO251462 Certificate: GSI # 348950005 Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Size: 6.75 - Sizable Total Carat...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Leo Round Diamond Solitaire Ring 0.45 Carat E I1 14 Karat White Gold
By The Leo Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
THE LEO DIAMOND SOLITAIRE ENGAGEMENT RING Style: 4 - Prong Solitaire Serial Number: LEO2056264 Certificate: GSI # 9907700105 Metal: 14KT White Gold Size: 4.75 - Sizable Total Car...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA 1.06ct Round Side Stone Bezel Band Solitaire Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This stunning round diamond ring features a breathtaking I SI2 center stone weighing 1.06 , radiating exceptional brilliance and fire. Crafted with precision, the ring is set in luxu...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 2ct Radiant Side Stone Bezel Band Solitaire White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This stunning radiant diamond ring features a breathtaking I SI1 center stone weighing 2 , radiating exceptional brilliance and fire. Crafted with precision, the ring is set in luxur...
Diamond, White Gold
$5,036Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 0.8ct Emerald Side Stone Bezel Band Solitaire White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** This stunning emerald diamond ring features a breathtaking H VS1 center stone weighing 0.8 , radiating exceptional brilliance and fire....
Diamond, White Gold
$8,059Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.51ct Princess Side Stone Bezel Band Solitaire Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** This stunning princess diamond ring features a breathtaking I SI1 center stone weighing 1.51 , radiating exceptional brilliance and fir...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$13,262Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 2.01ct Princess Side Stone Bezel Band Solitaire White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** This stunning princess diamond ring features a breathtaking I SI2 center stone weighing 2.01 , radiating exceptional brilliance and fir...
Diamond, White Gold
$10,569Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.52ct Cushion Side Stone Bezel Band Solitaire White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** This stunning cushion diamond ring features a breathtaking I SI1 center stone weighing 1.52 , radiating exceptional brilliance and fire...
Diamond, White Gold
$6,318Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1ct Oval Side Stone Bezel Band Solitaire Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** This stunning oval diamond ring features a breathtaking I SI1 center stone weighing 1 , radiating exceptional brilliance and fire. Craf...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$5,449Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 0.7ct Oval Side Stone Bezel Band Solitaire White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** This stunning oval diamond ring features a breathtaking D VS2 center stone weighing 0.7 , radiating exceptional brilliance and fire. Cr...
Diamond, White Gold
$32,742Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 2.5ct Cushion Side Stone Bezel Band Solitaire Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** This stunning cushion diamond ring features a breathtaking H SI1 center stone weighing 2.5 , radiating exceptional brilliance and fire....
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$20,968Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 2.01ct Oval Side Stone Bezel Band Solitaire White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** This stunning oval diamond ring features a breathtaking H SI2 center stone weighing 2.01 , radiating exceptional brilliance and fire. C...
Diamond, White Gold
$6,663Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1ct Oval Side Stone Bezel Band Solitaire Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** This stunning oval diamond ring features a breathtaking H SI1 center stone weighing 1 , radiating exceptional brilliance and fire. Craf...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$7,880Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.18ct Emerald Side Stone Bezel Band Solitaire White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** This stunning emerald diamond ring features a breathtaking I VS1 center stone weighing 1.18 , radiating exceptional brilliance and fire...
Diamond, White Gold
$18,664Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 2.01ct Cushion Side Stone Bezel Band Solitaire White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** This stunning cushion diamond ring features a breathtaking I SI1 center stone weighing 2.01 , radiating exceptional brilliance and fire...
Diamond, White Gold
$10,878Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.8ct Cushion Side Stone Bezel Band Solitaire Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** This stunning cushion diamond ring features a breathtaking I SI1 center stone weighing 1.8 , radiating exceptional brilliance and fire....
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$8,091Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.3ct Pear Side Stone Bezel Band Solitaire Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** This stunning pear diamond ring features a breathtaking J VS2 center stone weighing 1.3 , radiating exceptional brilliance and fire. Cr...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
1.53 Carat Diamond Split Shoulders Solitaire Ring
Located in London, GB
This is an 18ct yellow gold diamond engagement ring. The focal point of the ring is a round brilliant cut diamond set in a 4 clawed mount. The shoulders of the ring split in 2 and ar...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA 1.52ct Radiant Side Stone Bezel Band Solitaire White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** This stunning, radiant diamond ring features a breathtaking J SI1 center stone weighing 1.52, radiating exceptional brilliance and fire...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 1.21ct Round Side Stone Bezel Band Solitaire Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This stunning round diamond ring features a breathtaking J SI2 center stone weighing 1.21 , radiating exceptional brilliance and fire. Crafted with precision, the ring is set in luxu...
Diamond, 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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