How many carats should a diamond wedding ring be?

There is no rule for how many carats a diamond wedding ring should be. You're free to choose a ring with a carat weight that appeals to you and fits your budget. The average carat weight for diamond wedding rings is 1 to 1.9 carats. Shop an assortment of diamond wedding rings on 1stDibs.

How many carats was Elizabeth Taylor's diamond ring?

Elizabeth Taylor's famous diamond ring was 33.19 carats. Although many people believe the Krupp diamond ring was an engagement gift, Richard Burton actually bought the gorgeous Asscher-cut ring to mark their five-year anniversary. For their engagement, Burton presented Taylor with an 18.61-carat emerald and diamond pendant made by Bulgari. The pendant detached from its necklace and could double as a brooch. Explore a large selection of diamond rings on 1stDibs.

50 Carat Diamond Ring

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.50 Carat Diamond Ring in Platinum

$1,950

.50 Carat Diamond Ring in Platinum

Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL

Vintage Diamond Ring features five round brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated total weight of .5 carat set in platinum. Ring size: 6.75 Metal Weight: 3.7 Grams

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Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Band Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

1.5 Carat Tanzanite Ring, 14 Karat White Gold Ring, .50 Carat Diamond Ring Halo

$3,919Sale Price|20% Off

$7,900 / item

$1,995

$2,250

$1,920

$4,649

Art Deco Style 0.73 Carat Asscher Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Size K (50)

Located in London, GB

Condition: Used (Very Good) - Can be professionally polished to appear brand new, please request upon purchase Weight: 3.0 grams Ring Size: K (50) Central Diamond: Approx. 0.73ct Cen...

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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Collectable 50 Carat Tanzanite and Diamond Cocktail Dinner Ring

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Alexandra Mor Wide Brilliant-Cut Diamond Platinum Eternity Band Ring L/E 2/50

By Alexandra Mor

Located in New York, NY

*Please contact us for more information on this piece or on creating your own Alexandra Mor custom Design. This Alexandra Mor wide eternity band is comprised of 15 Ideal cut Round ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.06 Carats Colombian Emerald & Diamond Ring in Platinum, Stunning

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GIA Certified 1.06 Carats Colombian Emerald & Diamond Ring in Platinum, Stunning

Located in Port Richey, FL

This Colombia Emerald & Diamond Ring is Of Sacari Designs. There are .50 Carats Of VS2 Diamonds.

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2010s Colombian Modernist Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Cartier White Gold Love Wedding Band, 8 Diamonds Size 50

Unavailable

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.50 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring

Located in Hicksville, NY

Ring Size: 5 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.5 grams Center Diamond Details: Weight: .50 carat Cut: Old European Brilliant Color: E Clarity: VS1 Side Diamon...

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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

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50 Carat Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact 50 carat diamond ring you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of gold, yellow gold and 14k gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 318 vintage editions and 141 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a 50 carat diamond ring may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 carat and 1 carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. A 50 carat diamond ring from Five Star Jewelry, Cartier and Tiffany & Co. — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also old european cut and oval cut versions for sale. Most of our 50 carat diamond ring for sale are for women, but there are 98 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a 50 Carat Diamond Ring?

On average, a 50 carat diamond ring at 1stDibs sells for $3,021, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $1,650,000 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 rings, vintage 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 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.