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19.68 Carat Emerald Rosecut Diamond Cocktail Ring
19.68 Carat Emerald Rosecut Diamond Cocktail Ring

19.68 Carat Emerald Rosecut Diamond Cocktail Ring

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

carats emerald & illuminated with 3.65 carats diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

3.65 Carat Rosecut Diamond Emerald Cocktail Ring
3.65 Carat Rosecut Diamond Emerald Cocktail Ring

3.65 Carat Rosecut Diamond Emerald Cocktail Ring

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

. Handcrafted in 3.1 carats emerald & illuminated with 3.65 carats rosecut diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

5.6 Carat Carved Emerald Diamond Cocktail Ring
5.6 Carat Carved Emerald Diamond Cocktail Ring

5.6 Carat Carved Emerald Diamond Cocktail Ring

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

carats Carved emerald & illuminated with 2.6 carats rose cut diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

5.10 Carat Natural Emerald Engagement Ring, 0.65 Carat Natural Diamonds
5.10 Carat Natural Emerald Engagement Ring, 0.65 Carat Natural Diamonds

5.10 Carat Natural Emerald Engagement Ring, 0.65 Carat Natural Diamonds

Located in Ramat Gan, IL

carat top green emerald, adorned with 0.65 carat natural heart diamonds. Natural Emerald Beryl Shape

Category

2010s Israeli Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Vintage 3.20 Carat Emerald 4.10 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Vintage 3.20 Carat Emerald 4.10 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring

Vintage 3.20 Carat Emerald 4.10 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 3.20ct emerald and 4.10ct diamond, platinum ballerina ring

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

5 Ct Colombian Emerald and Diamond Cluster Side 14K Gold Ring
5 Ct Colombian Emerald and Diamond Cluster Side 14K Gold Ring

5 Ct Colombian Emerald and Diamond Cluster Side 14K Gold Ring

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage natural 5 carat Colombian Emerald and 6-stone round cut diamond cluster side stone ring in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian 1900s 1.50 Carat Emerald and 1.20 Carat Diamonds Ring
Antique Edwardian 1900s 1.50 Carat Emerald and 1.20 Carat Diamonds Ring

Antique Edwardian 1900s 1.50 Carat Emerald and 1.20 Carat Diamonds Ring

Located in New York, NY

1.50 carats and accenting Old European cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 1.20 carats

Category

Antique Early 1900s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

10.16 Carat Emerald Diamond 14 Karat Gold Ring
10.16 Carat Emerald Diamond 14 Karat Gold Ring

10.16 Carat Emerald Diamond 14 Karat Gold Ring

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

emerald & .53 carats of sparkling diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger or smaller

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold

3.66 Carat Emerald Diamond 10 Karat Gold Ring
3.66 Carat Emerald Diamond 10 Karat Gold Ring

3.66 Carat Emerald Diamond 10 Karat Gold Ring

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

emerald & .80 carats of sparkling diamonds. Available in white and rose gold. The ring is a size 7 and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 10k Gold

2.92 Carat Emerald Diamond 10 Karat Gold Ring
2.92 Carat Emerald Diamond 10 Karat Gold Ring

2.92 Carat Emerald Diamond 10 Karat Gold Ring

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

emerald & 1.05 carats of sparkling diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger or

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 10k Gold

5.08 Carat Emerald Diamond 10 Karat Gold Ring
5.08 Carat Emerald Diamond 10 Karat Gold Ring

5.08 Carat Emerald Diamond 10 Karat Gold Ring

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

emerald & .92 carats of sparkling diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger or smaller

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 10k Gold

3.66 Carat Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
3.66 Carat Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring

3.66 Carat Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

Cast in 18 karat gold, this stunning ring is hand set with 3.66 carats emerald and .65 carats of

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Emilio Jewelry Certified 17.03 Carat Emerald Diamond Ring
Emilio Jewelry Certified 17.03 Carat Emerald Diamond Ring

Emilio Jewelry Certified 17.03 Carat Emerald Diamond Ring

By Emilio!

Located in New York, NY

and this emerald is overall an excellent stunner. Set with 2 colorless shield cut diamonds and small

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

39.94 Carat Carved Emerald Diamond Cocktail Ring
39.94 Carat Carved Emerald Diamond Cocktail Ring

39.94 Carat Carved Emerald Diamond Cocktail Ring

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

emerald & illuminated with .90 carats diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger or

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

0.95 Carat Zambian Emerald 0.90 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond 18k White Gold Ring
0.95 Carat Zambian Emerald 0.90 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond 18k White Gold Ring

0.95 Carat Zambian Emerald 0.90 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond 18k White Gold Ring

By Spectrum Jewels

Located in Diera, Dubai

is proudly rated as a Top Seller on 1stdibs with 5 star customer reviews. All items manufactured by

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Emilio Jewelry 7.28 Carat Emerald Diamond Ring
Emilio Jewelry 7.28 Carat Emerald Diamond Ring

Emilio Jewelry 7.28 Carat Emerald Diamond Ring

By Emilio!

Located in New York, NY

/Gia Building in New York's Diamond District. Total weight listed in title. Center emerald: 6.67ct

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Ring Yellow Gold 18 Carats Emerald Diamonds
Ring Yellow Gold 18 Carats Emerald Diamonds

Ring Yellow Gold 18 Carats Emerald Diamonds

Located in Vannes, FR

Ring in 18 carat yellow gold with emerald and diamonds This ring is made entirely of 18-carat

Category

Late 20th Century French Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Art Deco Diamond Emerald Ring Sz 5 Platinum Fine Jewelry 1920s
Vintage Art Deco Diamond Emerald Ring Sz 5 Platinum Fine Jewelry 1920s

Vintage Art Deco Diamond Emerald Ring Sz 5 Platinum Fine Jewelry 1920s

Located in Torrance, CA

Finely detailed vintage Art Deco diamond & emerald ring (circa 1920s to 1930s) crafted in 900

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Emilio Jewelry 7.93 Carat Emerald Diamond Ring
Emilio Jewelry 7.93 Carat Emerald Diamond Ring

Emilio Jewelry 7.93 Carat Emerald Diamond Ring

By Emilio!

Located in New York, NY

/Gia Building in New York's Diamond District. Total weight listed in title. The center emerald weights

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

0.825 Carat Emerald Signet Ring
0.825 Carat Emerald Signet Ring

0.825 Carat Emerald Signet Ring

By Rose and Choc

Located in Wallingford, CT

Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Stone: Zambian Natural Emerald Stone Size: 5 mm x 6 mm Stone Shape: Oval

Category

2010s American Artisan Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Vintage 1940s 2.50 Carat Emerald & 4.00 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring
Vintage 1940s 2.50 Carat Emerald & 4.00 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring

Vintage 1940s 2.50 Carat Emerald & 4.00 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring

Located in New York, NY

carats surrounded by Round Brilliant and Baguette cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 4.00

Category

Vintage 1940s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage 2.70 Carat Diamond and Emerald Panther Ring
Vintage 2.70 Carat Diamond and Emerald Panther Ring

Vintage 2.70 Carat Diamond and Emerald Panther Ring

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage 2.70 Carat Diamond & Emerald Panther Ring. The craftsmanship on this ring is very detailed

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Platinum Emerald Cut Diamond Ring – 6.05 Carats
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Emerald Cut Diamond Ring – 6.05 Carats

Tiffany & Co. Platinum Emerald Cut Diamond Ring – 6.05 Carats

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Chicago, IL

Tiffany & Co. Platinum Emerald Cut Diamond Ring – 6-Carats A timeless masterpiece from Tiffany

Category

2010s American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Engagement Emerald Ring w .92 ct Emerald & .75 Carat Diamond Ring in 18 Karat
Engagement Emerald Ring w .92 ct Emerald & .75 Carat Diamond Ring in 18 Karat

Engagement Emerald Ring w .92 ct Emerald & .75 Carat Diamond Ring in 18 Karat

By Five Star Jewelry

Located in Austin, TX

band (.40 carats) 18 karat white gold ring weighs 5 grams (mounted) 2.6 - 2.2 mm wide band This ring

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.12 Carat Emerald Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond 5 Stone Ring in 14K White Gold
1.12 Carat Emerald Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond 5 Stone Ring in 14K White Gold

1.12 Carat Emerald Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond 5 Stone Ring in 14K White Gold

Located in NEW YORK, NY

A stunning ring showcasing a rich intense emerald cut royal blue sapphire weighing 1.12 carats

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.12 Carat Emerald Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond 5 Stone Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
1.12 Carat Emerald Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond 5 Stone Ring in 14K Yellow Gold

1.12 Carat Emerald Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond 5 Stone Ring in 14K Yellow Gold

Located in NEW YORK, NY

A stunning ring showcasing a rich intense emerald cut royal blue sapphire weighing 1.12 carats

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

IGI Certified 1, 5 Ct of Emerald Cut Diamond on Ring
IGI Certified 1, 5 Ct of Emerald Cut Diamond on Ring

IGI Certified 1, 5 Ct of Emerald Cut Diamond on Ring

Located in New Delhi, Delhi

Exclusive solitaire ring in 18k gold with a natural diamond emerald cut 1,5 carats, G/SI1. Complete

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

GIA Certified .94 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
GIA Certified .94 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring

GIA Certified .94 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring

Located in Stamford, CT

Captivating .94 carat emerald cut diamond accented by 2 baguette side diamonds, which are mounted

Category

Late 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

3.72 Carat Diamond 2.51 Carat Emerald 14 Karat Gold Taj Ring
3.72 Carat Diamond 2.51 Carat Emerald 14 Karat Gold Taj Ring

3.72 Carat Diamond 2.51 Carat Emerald 14 Karat Gold Taj Ring

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

emerald and illuminated with 3.72 carats of glittering diamonds. The ring is a size 6.75 and may be

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold

.65 Carat Oval Emerald Diamond Gold Cluster Engagement Ring
.65 Carat Oval Emerald Diamond Gold Cluster Engagement Ring

.65 Carat Oval Emerald Diamond Gold Cluster Engagement Ring

Located in Stamford, CT

Emerald and diamond engagement ring. .65cts center oval emerald with triangle of 6 clustered

Category

Vintage 1970s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

9.2 Carat Emerald 1.19 Carat Diamond 14 Karat Gold Ring
9.2 Carat Emerald 1.19 Carat Diamond 14 Karat Gold Ring

9.2 Carat Emerald 1.19 Carat Diamond 14 Karat Gold Ring

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

This ring has been meticulously crafted from 14-karat gold. It is hand set with 9.2 carats emerald

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold

14kt Gold 2.48 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring
14kt Gold 2.48 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring

14kt Gold 2.48 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring

Located in Laguna Hills, CA

Colombian Emerald is approximately 1.95 carat. The rings diamonds are on the shank and halo and measure 1.3

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold

6.05ct Natural Columbian Emerald Diamond Ring Vintage 80s Sz 5 Gemstone Jewelry
6.05ct Natural Columbian Emerald Diamond Ring Vintage 80s Sz 5 Gemstone Jewelry

6.05ct Natural Columbian Emerald Diamond Ring Vintage 80s Sz 5 Gemstone Jewelry

Located in Torrance, CA

Stylish natural emerald & diamond ring (circa 1980s) crafted in 18k yellow gold. Natural emerald

Category

Late 20th Century Colombian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Solitaire 1.4 Carat Emerald White Diamond Gold Ring
Solitaire 1.4 Carat Emerald White Diamond Gold Ring

Solitaire 1.4 Carat Emerald White Diamond Gold Ring

By Natkina

Located in Genève, GE

Ring Gold 14 K Diamond 18-Round 57-0,209-3/5A Emerald 1-Oval-1,445 4/(5)З₁A Weight 2,21 Size 17

Category

2010s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Peter Suchy 21.58 Carat Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Peter Suchy 21.58 Carat Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring

Peter Suchy 21.58 Carat Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring

By Peter Suchy

Located in Stamford, CT

This extraordinary Peter Suchy Workshop cocktail ring showcases a breathtaking 21.58 carat oval

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.50 Carat Princess Diamond 18 Karat Gold Solitaire Hasbani Engagement Ring
0.50 Carat Princess Diamond 18 Karat Gold Solitaire Hasbani Engagement Ring

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

Category

2010s British Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...

2.94 Carat Emerald 1.82 Carats Diamond 14 Karat Gold Ring
2.94 Carat Emerald 1.82 Carats Diamond 14 Karat Gold Ring

2.94 Carat Emerald 1.82 Carats Diamond 14 Karat Gold Ring

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

emerald & 1.82 carats of sparkling diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger or

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold

Blue Topaz 3 Carat Oval 0.24 Carat Round Diamond Platinum Halo Bespoke Ring
Blue Topaz 3 Carat Oval 0.24 Carat Round Diamond Platinum Halo Bespoke Ring

Blue Topaz 3 Carat Oval 0.24 Carat Round Diamond Platinum Halo Bespoke Ring

By Hasbani Diamonds

Located in London, GB

, size and gemstones. Ring in Platinum Main gemstone: 1 Oval Blue Topaz Diamond: Natural 0.24 Carat G

Category

2010s British Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Platinum

1.31 Carat Natural Emerald Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring
1.31 Carat Natural Emerald Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring

1.31 Carat Natural Emerald Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring

By DGI

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1.31 Carat Natural Emerald Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring A classic setting holding a

Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 5 Carat Sq Emerald Cut Diamond with Trapezoid Diamonds on side
GIA Certified 5 Carat Sq Emerald Cut Diamond with Trapezoid Diamonds on side

GIA Certified 5 Carat Sq Emerald Cut Diamond with Trapezoid Diamonds on side

By Antinori Fine Jewels

Located in Chicago, IL

This exquisite ring features a GIA certified 5 carat square emerald-cut diamond, elegantly set in

Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 5 Carat Pear Cut Emerald Crossover Double Split Band Ring
Vintage 5 Carat Pear Cut Emerald Crossover Double Split Band Ring

Vintage 5 Carat Pear Cut Emerald Crossover Double Split Band Ring

Located in Miami, FL

Art Deco-inspired natural emerald and diamond ring in 14k solid gold. Gemstones are stationed on a

Category

1990s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

7.93 Carat Emerald 3.50 Carat Diamond 14 Karat Gold Ring
7.93 Carat Emerald 3.50 Carat Diamond 14 Karat Gold Ring

7.93 Carat Emerald 3.50 Carat Diamond 14 Karat Gold Ring

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

emerald & 3.50 carats of sparkling diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger or

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold

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5 Carat Emerald Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact 5 carat emerald diamond ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 4027 vintage or 7175 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect 5 carat emerald diamond ring among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, .5 Carat and 1 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. Creating a 5 carat emerald diamond ring has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Antinori Fine Jewels, LB Exclusive and Royaal Stones Ltd are consistently popular. See these pages for an emerald cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also oval cut cut and round cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a 5 carat emerald diamond ring, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a 5 Carat Emerald Diamond Ring?

On average, a 5 carat emerald diamond ring at 1stDibs sells for $8,444, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $475,940,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

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 ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Finding the Right Rings for You

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 ringsvintage 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.