1980's Emerald Diamond Platinum Vintage Toi-Et-Moi Bypass Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a bypass style shank terminating with juxtaposed emerald cut emerald and diamond Emerald weighs approximately 1.02 carat - transparent medium green in color Diamond weigh...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Platinum w/ 18k Gold SSEF Gorgeous Green Colombian Emerald & Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Emerald - Square w/ Cut Corners Step Cut - Claw Prong Set - Deep Rich Green - Colombian - Oil - 1.332ct (exact - certified) **See Certification Deta...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18k 750 White Gold Natural Emerald and Diamond Ring Size 7
Located in New York, NY
Emerald and Diamond Gold Ring Metal Type: 18k Gold, White Gold Total Item Weight: 5.0 Grams Ring Size: 7 (Resizable) Dimensions: Width 9.0mm X Length 19.0mm X Height 28.0mm 1: Prim...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k Gold 1.31ctw High Quality Alternating Emerald & Diamond Classic Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (4) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - G/H Color - VS2 Clarity - 3.7mm - 0.80ctw (approx.) (3) Natural Genuine Emeralds - Round Brilliant Cut - ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
18kt Yellow Gold Ring 6.75ct Minor Emerald Colombia, Triangle Diamonds CGL
Located in Antwerp, BE
18kt yellow gold Ring 6.75ct Minor Emerald Colombia, Triangle Diamonds, CGL Golden ring with large emerald and triangle diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1.94ctw Emerald Diamond Cocktail Ring 18k White Gold Size 5.75
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Emerald - Carats - 0.54ct Cut - Emerald Cut Color - Green Treatment - Oiling Please note there is a bit of wear, surface reaching inclusions and tiny...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
French 1970s Emerald Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Characteristic of vintage rings of its era, the setting is made of gold wire and is set on top with a step-cut emerald held in place by 4 x 2 prongs.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1980s Colombian Emerald Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dome Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
In the center, held by four claws, is a step-cut emerald. Weight of the emerald : 2,83 carats approximately.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Craig Drake Large Emerald Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Craig Drake
Located in Southampton, PA
The richly colored centerpiece is accompanied by an AGL report, providing documented evaluation of the emerald. Crafted in luxurious 18k white gold, the ring is further enhanced by...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Diamond Double Halo Engagement Ring - 14k Emerald & Rd .50ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 4 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .50ctw Cut: Emerald & Round Brilli...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Aquamarine Cocktail Solitaire Ring - 14k Emerald 3.00ct
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $50 or Down 2 sizes for $40 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Aquamarine Treatment: Heating Carat(s): 3.00ct Cut: Emer...
Aquamarine, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,184Sale Price / item|20% Off
1.92 Carat Natural Zambian Emerald and Diamond Halo Wrap Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This statement wrap ring showcases 14 vivid oval-cut Zambian emeralds totaling 1.92 carats, set in rich 14k yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980's Emerald Diamond Platinum Vintage Toi-Et-Moi Bypass Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a bypass style shank terminating with juxtaposed emerald cut emerald and diamond Emerald weighs approximately 1.02 carat - transparent medium green in color Diamond weigh...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
AGL Certified 2.14 Ct Colombian Minor Traditional Emerald & Diamond Ring 18KYG
Located in New York, NY
AGL Certified 2.14 Ct Colombian Minor Traditional Emerald & Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold A Classic, ring 2.14 Carat Colombian Emerald Absolutely gorgeous emerald , Very desirable...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Emerald Sapphire Cluster Halo Bypass Ring 14k 2.09ctw Flower
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 4 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $50 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .05ctw Cut: Sing...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$525Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Modernist Emerald and Ruby Channel-Set Statement Silver Christmas Ring
Located in New York, NY
Vibrant green round emeralds are framed by rows of square- and round-cut rubies, creating a vivid contrast of color that wraps elegantly around the finger with a total gemstone weigh...
Emerald, Ruby, Silver
Natural Ring with 0.7cts Diamond & 4cts Emerald in 14k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
✨ Stone Detail ✨ ✨ Stone - Emerald ✨ Stone Type : Natural ✨ Stone Size : 6x4MM ✨ Stone Shape : Oval Cut ✨Stone Weight : 4 carats ✨ Stone Grade : AAA ✨DIAMOND DETAILS : ✨ Diamond...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Colombian Emerald 8.98tcw Rough Raw & Diamond Accent 14K Cocktail Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
A marvelous rough Colombian emerald and diamond accent ring. Make sure to make a statement with this 8.86-carat, rough Colombian emerald, accented by four brilliant round-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
From $2,078Sale Price / item|20% Off
2.86Ct Natural Octagon Zambian Emerald Solitaire Ring 18K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
A striking 2.86 carat natural Zambian emerald takes center stage in this octagon cut solitaire ring, crafted in 18 karat solid white gold.
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Platinum Engagement Ring 1.4ct Emerald & Mixed Shapes Diamonds I SI2 GIA
Located in New York, NY
Style: Engagement Metal: Platinum Gemstone 1: 0.04 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 4 Color: I Clarity: SI Shape: Old European Cut Gemstone 2: 0.2 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 2 Co...
Diamond, Platinum
Tanzanite, Emeralds and Pave Diamond Sterling Silver Cocktail Ring
Located in Nantucket, MA
Diamonds are .73 carats. Emerald weight not available. Ring size is between 7 3/4 and 8.
Diamond, Emerald, Tanzanite, Sterling Silver
18k Gold Eternity Emerald And Diamond Ring Italian Jewelry Oltremare Gioielli
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
Features: •Solid 18k or 14k gold, yellow, white, rose gold •Band width: about 5 mm •0.17 carat total weight of natural emeralds •0.12 carat total weight of natural diamonds •Round b...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Handmade Platinum 11.97 Carat Emerald Cur y Green Tourmaline Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A truly amazing one of a kind Emerald Cut Green Tourmaline engagement ring created in platinum.
$1,096Sale Price / item|20% Off
1.92ct Emerald Cut Multi Sapphire & Diamond Three Stone Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This three-stone ring featuring a 1.92 carat emerald cut multi sapphire, set in 14k yellow gold.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond Cluster Bypass Ring - 14k Marquise .38ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 2 1/2 sizes for $35 or Down 1 1/2 sizes for $35 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Emeralds Treatment: Oiling Car...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,092Sale Price / item|20% Off
Handmade 14K Yellow Gold Natural Zambian Emerald & Baguette Diamond Halo Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This emerald halo ring features a 0.48-carat emerald-cut green emerald, set in 14k yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Emerald and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Half Eternity Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The square cut emeralds in this ring are beautiful and bright and measure 5pts each. Either side of the row of emeralds which are set in a scalloped setting are two rows of diamonds....
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
White Gold Lab Created Sapphire Vintage Solitaire Ring - 10k Emerald 16.40ct
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 1 size for $40 or Down 1/2 a size for $40 Era: Vintage Metal Content: 10k White Gold Stone Information Lab Grown Sapphire Treatment: Heating Carat(s): ...
Sapphire, 10k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 3.00 Carat D VVS1 Emerald & Pear Toi Et Moi Ring in 18K White Gold
By Nikabell fine Jewels
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
This exceptional open cuff ring features two GIA Certified diamonds totaling 3.00 carats, composed of a 1.50 carat Emerald Cut and a 1.50 carat Pear Shape, both graded D color and VV...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
From $2,370Sale Price / item|20% Off
Spectrum 18k White Gold Emerald and Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Design Style: Emerald-Cut Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring Details: Item Code:- SER-27890 Gross Weight :- 3.00 gm 18k Solid White Gold Weight :- 2.71 gm Natural Diamond Weight :- 0.37 ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
$23,500Sale Price|20% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 7.55ct Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band 18k S.6
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning emerald cut diamond eternity band, by Alexander Beverly Hills. 19 emerald cut diamonds, 7.55 carats total. Approximately F color and VVS1 clarity. 4 prong set in 18k white g...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Emerald Cluster Cocktail Ring - 18k Round 1.88ctw Floral
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 4 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $80 or Down 1/2 a size for $50 Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .50ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color: ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$8,655Sale Price|20% Off
French Cocktail Ring Emerald Cabochon Diamonds Rose Gold
Located in Vannes, FR
The setting is done with meticulous precision and craftsmanship, allowing the diamonds to bring a dazzling shine to the ring. We have carefully selected 30 brilliant-cut diamonds wei...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$20,600Sale Price|20% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 6.43ct Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band 18k s.5.75
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning emerald cut diamond eternity band, by Alexander Beverly Hills. 21 emerald cut diamonds, 6.43 carats total. Approximately G color and VS1 clarity. 4 prong set in 18-karat whi...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Nouveau Style Emerald and Black Diamond Cluster Ring by NOOI JEWELRY
Located in Dueville, IT
Timeless Elegance in Every Detail This exquisite ring blends vintage charm with fine craftsmanship Featuring a natural round emerald at its heart and framed by rich black diamonds in...
Emerald, 18k Gold
$9,500Sale Price|20% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 4.41ct Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band 18k S.5.5
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning emerald cut diamond eternity band, by Alexander Beverly Hills. 24 emerald cut diamonds, 4.41 carats total. Approximately F/G color and SI clarity. 4 prong set in 18k white g...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$19,500Sale Price|20% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 6.17ct Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band 18k S.5.25
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning emerald cut diamond eternity band, by Alexander Beverly Hills. 20 emerald cut diamonds, 6.17 carats total. Approximately E/F color and VVS1/VVS2 clarity. 4 prong set in 18k ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold Art Deco Ring 1.4ct Round & Baguette Diamonds & 2.3ct Emerald
Located in New York, NY
Style: Art Deco Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstone 1: 0.4 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 4 Color: H Clarity: SI1 Shape: Baguette Shape Gemstone 2: 1 Carat Diamond Number of Stones...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Oval Emerald Cocktail Ring 18K Yellow Gold, Baguette & Round Diamonds
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Vintage 18K yellow gold ring with one oval natural emerald 0.56 carats. 4 baguette natural diamonds and 10 round diamonds totaling 0.80 carats. Finger size is 7 and can be sized up...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Contemporary 2.41ct Emerald Bezel-Set Ring in 18k Yellow Gold, Italy
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design One of a Kind 18k yellow gold satin finishing ring with a 2,41 carat bezel-set emerald cut emerald.
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Emerald Bypass Ring - 18k Pear & Round .83ctw Sz 9
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 9 Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Emeralds Treatment: Oiling Carat(s): .83ctw Cut: Pear & Round Color: Green Total Carats: .83ctw Style: Solitaire...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$43,800Sale Price|20% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 9.36ct Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band 18k s.5.75
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning emerald cut diamond eternity band, by Alexander Beverly Hills. 18 emerald cut diamonds, 9.36 carats total. Approximately F/G color and VS1 clarity. 4 prong set in 18-karat w...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Alexander Beverly Hills 3.97ct Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band 18k S.6
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning emerald cut diamond eternity band, by Alexander Beverly Hills. 24 emerald cut diamonds, 3.97 carats total. Approximately G/H color and VS1 clarity. 4 prong set in 18-karat w...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Alexander Beverly Hills 4.14ct Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band 18k S.6
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning emerald cut diamond eternity band, by Alexander Beverly Hills. 24 emerald cut diamonds, 4.14 carats total. Approximately G/H color and VS1 clarity. 4 prong set in 18-karat w...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Alexander Beverly Hills 4.68ct Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band 18k S.6.25
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning emerald cut diamond eternity band, by Alexander Beverly Hills. 22 emerald cut diamonds, 4.68 carats total. Approximately H/I color and VS1 clarity. 4 prong set in 18-karat w...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s Sapphire and Emerald Diamond and Platinum Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Sapphire Quality Color Blue Cut Square Content 0.47 carat Dimensions 4.74mm x 4.69mm x 1.93mm Emerald Quality Color Green Cut Square Content 0.50 carat Dimensions 4.62mm x 4.54mm x ...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum
18K Yellow Gold Natural Emerald & Diamond Ribbed Stacking Thin Band Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Ideal for stacking or wearing alone. Ripple ring collection by Assay Jewelers. Item Details: - Type: Stackable Ring - Metal: 18K Yellow Gold - Weight: 1.77 Grams - Setting: Pr...
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond & Emerald Sapphire Vintage Inspired Art Deco Style White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Featuring a central 1 carat emerald-cut diamond that sparkles with exceptional clarity and brilliance, this stunning Art Deco-style ring is a masterpiece of elegance.
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$696Sale Price / item|20% Off
Minimal 14K Yellow Gold Three Stone Ring with Oval Cut Natural Emerald & Diamond
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This minimalist three-stone ring showcases a natural oval-cut emerald weighing approximately 0.37 carats, set in solid 14K yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Tourmaline Rubellite Three-Stone Ring - 14k Emerald & Rnd 4.40ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $40 or Down 1 1/2 sizes for $30 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Tourmalines Carat(s): 3.32ctw Cut: Emerald & Round Color...
Rubelite, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alternate Baguette Emerald with Round Diamond Half Eternity Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Inspired by the Art Deco period, this Aimée ring features 0.62 carats of alternate round brilliant cut diamonds and baguette emerald, elegantly framed by a millgrain edge.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Swiss Blue Topaz Cocktail Solitaire Ring - 10k Emerald 6.73ct
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 Stone Information Treated Swiss Blue Topaz Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Carat(s):...
Topaz, Blue Topaz, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Statement 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
(approx. total weight) Ring size: US 3 8 available Center Gemstones Type: Emerald Shape: Emerald Cut Size: 6 x 5 mm.
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
4.5ct Oval Emerald and 1.24ct Diamond Halo Ring in 18K White Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Emerald: 4.5 carats, oval cut. Natural diamonds: 1.24 carats total weight, round cut, G color and VS-SI clarity.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$200Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Emerald Square Cluster Promise Ring in Sparkling Diamonds Jewelry Gifts
Located in New York, NY
This contemporary 925 sterling silver ring features a sleek square centerpiece set with four 1.5x1.5 mm natural emeralds arranged in an invisible-style grid for a modern, geometric l...
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
Art Deco 5.86 CTW Colombian Emerald Diamond Platinum Vintage Halo Ring GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an elongated emerald cut emerald weighing 4.02 carats total Natural Colombian in origin with minor clarity enhancement (F1) Transparent light green in color - bezel set wit...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Emeralds and Diamonds Eternity 14k Gold Ring Made in Italy Oltremare Gioielli
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
Features: •Solid 14k gold, yellow, white, rose gold •Band width: about 5 mm •0.17 carat total weight of natural emeralds •0.12 carat total weight of natural diamonds •Round brillian...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
$2,250Sale Price / item|20% Off
Three Stone Emerald Cut Ruby and Diamond Accent Ring in 14k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Three Stone Emerald Cut Ruby and Diamond Accent Ring Set in 14K Gold featuring natural ruby of 1.32 carats and diamonds of 0.07 carat.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Emerald and Diamond Ring, signed G. R. Addis, Australia, circa 1890–1910
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Addis Date: Circa 1890–1910 Place of Manufacture: Kalgoorlie, Western Australia (likely) Material: Yellow gold (tests approx. 18K) Gemstones: 1 central emerald-cut emerald (approx. 1...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Twin Emerald Baguette 14K (or 18k upon request) Gold Diamond Open Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted with natural, conflict-free emerald-cut diamonds, this ring offers a striking balance of brilliance and style.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 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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