White Gold Diamond Double Halo Ring - 10k Round Brilliant & Single .50ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .50ctw Cut: Round Brilliant & Single C...
Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Cocktail Bypass Ring - 10k Round .50ctw Floral
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .50ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: H -...
Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Cocktail Band - 14k Round & Princess 1.00ctw Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Sizing Fee: Up 1 size for $50 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1.00ctw Cut: Round Brilliant & Princes...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring & Wedding Band - 14k Round Brilliant .58ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $80 or Down 2 sizes for $60 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .40ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color: F Cl...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Cocktail Bypass Ring - 14k Round 1.12ctw Waterfall
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $50 or Down 2 sizes for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1.12ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Men's Ring - 14k Round Brilliant 3.08ct Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 10 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $120 or Down 1 1/2 sizes for $80 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): 3.08ct Cut: Ro...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany Elsa Peretti Diamond Band Ring 0.02Ctw 18K Yellow Gold Size 5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Tiffany Elsa Peretti ring designed for stacking. Studded with one round cut diamond weighing 0.02 carat.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Diamond Contoured Wedding Band - 14k Round 1.40ctw Contoured Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $80 or Down 1 size for $60 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1.40ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: H ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Diamond vintage Wedding Band - 14k Round Brilliant .24ctw Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 or Down 1 size for $40 Era: vintage Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .24ctw Cut: Round Brilliant ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Cocktail Ring - 14k Round Brilliant 1.00ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 1 1/2 sizes for $50 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1.00ctw Cut: Rou...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1.41 Carat Diamond and White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Color I Clarity VS2 Cut Modern Brilliant Round Content 0.21 carat Dimensions 3.68mm x 2.29mm Supporting Diamonds Color (average grades) G/H/I Clarity...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Diamond Vintage Halo Ring - 14k Round .75ctw Floral Engagement
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $50 or Down 2 sizes for $40 Era: Vintage Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .25ct Cut: Round Brillia...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$5,280Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 1.27 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very Good Era: Mid Century Year: 1960s Metal: Platinum Center Diamond: Carat Weight: 1.27 Cut: Transitional Round Brilliant Color: K-L Clarity: SI2 Additional Gemstones:...
Diamond, Platinum
EGL Certified 1.33ct Round Diamond Three-Stone Ring in 14k Gold
Located in Stamford, CT
This elegant three-stone engagement ring features a total of 1.33 carats of round diamonds, creating a timeless design with exceptional sparkle.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Diamond Retro Engagement Ring - 18k Round Brilliant .41ctw Vintage
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $60 Era: Retro Metal Content: 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .35ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color: F Clarity: VS1 Natu...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1.54 Carat Diamond and Platinum Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 1.54 carat diamond and platinum twist cocktail ring; part of our Edwardian jewelry collection. This fine and impressive antique twist ring has been cra...
Diamond, Platinum
White Gold Diamond Vintage Bypass Ring 14k Round Brilliant .55ctw Fan
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 1/2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $40 Era: Vintage Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .33ct Cut: Round Bril...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K White and Yellow Gold 1 1/2 Carat 2 Prong Cup Set Diamond 5 Stone Ring Band
Located in New York, NY
Sparkle bright with this magnificent 1 1/2 cttw diamond ring. Sporting a shining yellow gold band, this ring glows with 5 round-cut diamonds in a gleaming white gold. The gold is 14k...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Wedding Band - 14k Round Brilliant .25ctw Ring Pave
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .25ctw Cut: Round Br...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Diamond Cluster Halo Ring - 14k Round & Baguette 1.00ctw Engagement
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 or Down 1/2 a size for $40 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1.00ctw Cut: Round Brilliant & Bag...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Ruby Diamond Curved Band - 14k Round .33ctw Wavy Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Rubies Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .30ctw Cut: Round Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .03ctw Cut: Single Color: I - J Clarity: S...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Diamond Square Cluster Halo Ring 14k Round Brilliant .50ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .30ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G -...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Diamond Men's Wedding Band - 10k Round Brilliant .16ctw Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 9 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 1/2 a size for $40 or Down 1/2 a size for $40 Metal Content: 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .16ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Col...
Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold
1.07 Carat Pave Diamond White Gold Dome Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Contemporary handmade pave 1.07 carat diamond domed ring in 14k white gold. The ring features a unique high-slim profile towards the top with 70 full cut white diamonds that catch th...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
0.7 Carat Marquise Round Diamond Double Finger Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite ring is handset with 0.76 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive piec...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.75 Carat Diamond White Gold Eternity Band Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1960's 7.3 millimeters wide three row diamond pave eternity ring with both sides pave set as well. Adorned with 140 round brilliant cut diamonds with a total weight of 2.75cts. Featu...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Halo Ring - 14k Round Brilliant .57ctw Flower
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $50 or Down 2 sizes for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .17ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G C...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Cocktail Halo Ring - 10k Round Brilliant 1.00ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 1 size for $40 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1.00ctw Cut: Round Br...
Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Rose Gold Over Silver 1/5 Cttw Diamond Open Heart Promise Ring
Located in New York, NY
The rose gold heart motif and the white silver band are embellished with sparkling, natural round-cut diamonds. The ring's total carat weight is 1/5 c.t., making it the perfect addit...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver
14K Rose Gold Over Silver 1/5 Cttw Diamond Open Heart Promise Ring
Located in New York, NY
The rose gold heart motif and the white silver band are embellished with sparkling, natural round-cut diamonds. The ring's total carat weight is 1/5 c.t., making it the perfect addit...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver
14K Rose Gold Over Silver 1/5 Cttw Diamond Open Heart Promise Ring
Located in New York, NY
The rose gold heart motif and the white silver band are embellished with sparkling, natural round-cut diamonds. The ring's total carat weight is 1/5 c.t., making it the perfect addit...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver
14K Rose Gold Over Silver 1/5 Cttw Diamond Open Heart Promise Ring
Located in New York, NY
The rose gold heart motif and the white silver band are embellished with sparkling, natural round-cut diamonds. The ring's total carat weight is 1/5 c.t., making it the perfect addit...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver
White Gold Ruby Diamond Cluster Halo Ring - 10k Round .37ctw Floral
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 3/4 Metal Content: 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Rubies Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .36ctw Cut: Round Color: Pinkish Red Clarity: I1 - I3 Natural Diamond Cara...
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Cocktail Bypass Ring - 10k Round Brilliant 1.00ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 8 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1/2 a size for $30 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1.00ctw Cut:...
Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Diamond Vintage Engagement Ring & Wedding Band - 14k Round .21ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $60 or Down 2 sizes for $40 Era: Vintage Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .16ct Cut: Round Brilliant C...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Cocktail Bypass Ring - 10k Round Brilliant 3.00ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Sizing Fee: Up 1/2 a size for $60 or Down 1/2 a size for $40 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 3.00ctw Cut: Roun...
Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
TJD 0.02 Carat Natural Round Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Wedding Band Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Bring charm to your look with this diamond wedding band Ring. This ring is beautifully crafted in 14 Karat white gold and embedded with 5 natural single cut diamonds in pave setting....
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
EGL 1.35 Carat Transitional Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
This 1.35 carat transitional cut diamond is centered into a handmade open work platinum setting with 22 single cut diamonds surrounding the center in an intricate and beautifully pos...
Diamond, Platinum
Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Bypass Ring - 14k Round Brilliant .42ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 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 Diamonds Carat(s): .42ctw Cut:...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Men's Ring - 18k Round Brilliant 1.00ctw Cluster Band
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 8 Sizing Fee: Up 1 size for $80 or Down 1 size for $60 Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1.00ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: SI1 - ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
TJD 0.50 Carat Baguette/Round Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Radiant Shape Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This diamond engagement ring is made in 14 karat White gold and studded beautifully with 56 round diamond and 5 Baguette cut diamond set in prong setting, diamonds are graded H-I Col...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,519Sale Price|20% Off
Real 0.12 Carat SI/H Round Diamond Floral Open Cuff Ring 14 Karat Rose Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Real 0.12 Carat SI/H Round Diamond Floral Open Cuff Ring 14 Karat Rose Gold Inspired by blooming flowers, this nature-themed ring showcases a two-flower open band design.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
0.98ct GIA Certified Round Brilliant Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Queens, NY
900 Platinum Diamond D Color, VVS2, Engagement Ring with GIA report, brightly polished, featuring a centered prong set round brilliant cut diamond, 0.98 carat, clarity, adorned with ...
Diamond, Platinum
White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring & Wedding Band - 14k Round Brilliant 1.03ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 Sizing Fee: Up 1 size for $70 or Down 1/2 a size for $50 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .38ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color: H Clar...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Harry Winston 1.08 Carats Total Round Diamond Micro-Pave Eternity Wedding Band
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
A classic diamond eternity wedding band by Harry Winston, showcasing a multi-row circle of 99 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 1.08 carats total with D-E-F color and VS clarity....
Diamond, Platinum
$4,000Sale Price|20% Off
Suzy Levian 14K Rose Gold Round Blue & Black Diamond Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
Jewelry Type: Fine Gold Karat: 14k Total Diamond Weight: 1.81 Carats Jewelry Setting: Pave Product Features: Certified Diamond Diamond Properties: Color Enhanced Band Width: 5-6 mm, ...
Blue Diamond, Black Diamond, Diamond, Rose Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
White Gold Diamond Cluster Halo Cocktail Ring - 14k Round Brilliant 1.70ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 8 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Treatment: Color Enhanced Carat(s): 1.20ctw Cut: Rou...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Real 0.88 Carat SI Clarity HI Color Round Diamond Cuff Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Details Item Code :- SER-210273F Gross Wt. :- 2.70 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :- 2.52 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.88 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Ring Size :- 7...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold GIA 2.20 Carat Triple Excellent Round Diamond Solitaire Ring
By DeKaraDesign
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stones- GIA Certified M Color I1 Clarity Round Diamond 2.20 Carats. GIA Report Number 2514235667 Size-5.
GIA 1.26 Blue Round Sapphire Diamond Platinum Three Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Mounted in a platinum three stone setting, flanked by 2 round cut diamonds with an approximate total carat weight of .30cts.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Yellow Gold Diamond Men's Ring - 10k Round Brilliant 1.44ctw Nugget
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 10 Sizing Fee: Up 1 1/2 sizes for $35 or Down 1 size for $35 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1.44ctw Cut: Round B...
Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold 2.40 Carat Round Hearts and Arrows Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The center is complemented by 10 round diamonds totaling 0.50 carats that are expertly French U-pave set along the shoulders of the ring.
Yellow Gold Diamond Engagement Ring - 18k Round 1.00ctw Three-Stone Halo
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 Sizing Fee: Up 1 1/2 sizes for $60 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold & 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .50ct Cut: Round Bril...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Diamond Double Halo Engagement Ring - 14k Round Brilliant 1.25ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1/2 a size for $40 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .50ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color: I...
Diamond, 14k 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
White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring & Wedding Band - 18k Round 1.13ctw GIA
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/4 Sizing Fee: Down 1 size for $70 or up 2 size for $80 Metal Content: 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .56ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G Clar...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Ruby & Diamond Cluster Band - 18k Round .39ctw Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 Sizing Fee: Up 1/2 a size for $40 or Down 1/2 a size for $40 Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold & 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Rubies Treatment: Heating Carat(...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
0.45 Carat Illusion Set Diamond 18 Karat Gents Ring
By Sebastian Bernard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Beautiful Gent's ring is made in 18K white gold with shiny finish. It has 5 pieces of perfectly matched 2.8 mm Round Brilliant Diamonds(Total Weight 0.45 Ct) Illusion set on the...
Diamond, 18k Gold
4.55 Carat Diamond Platinum Long's Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Long's platinum engagement ring, set with center 4.55ct faint brown diamond, set with two tapered baguettes on sides. Ring size - 5. Marked: Long's, pt900. Weight - 7 grams.
Diamond, Platinum
Real 1/2 Carat SI/H Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite ring is handset with 0.50 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive piec...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose 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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