3/8 Carat TW Diamond Engagement Ring
Unavailable|$380 / item
3/8 Carat TW Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Metal: 10K Pink Metal Weight: 1.80 grams Metal Size: 7 Gemstone: Diamond Diamond Weight: 0.47 CT
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5/8 Carat Total Weight Diamond Ring to Set
Unavailable|$560 / item
5/8 Carat Total Weight Diamond Ring to Set
Located in New York, NY
5/8 CT TW DIA RING TO SET Metal: 14K White Gold Metal Size: 7 Metal Weight: 2.43 grams Gemstone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond
5/8 Carat TW Diamond Engagement Ring to Set
Unavailable|$580 / item
5/8 Carat TW Diamond Engagement Ring to Set
Located in New York, NY
5/8 CT TW DIA ENG RING TO SET Metal: 14K White Gold Metal Size: 7 Metal Weight: 4.47 grams
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond
3/8 Carat TW Diamond Engagement Ring to Set
Unavailable|$424 / item
3/8 Carat TW Diamond Engagement Ring to Set
Located in New York, NY
3/8 CT TW DIA ENG RING TO SET Metal: 14K White Gold Metal Size: 7 Metal Weight: 4.17 grams
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Engagement Rings
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Diamond
3/8 Carat TW BLK Diamond CTR Engagement Ring
Unavailable|$232
3/8 Carat TW BLK Diamond CTR Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
3/8 CT TW BLK DIA CTR ENG RING Metal: 10K White Gold Metal Size: 7 Metal Weight: 2.35 grams
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond
5/8 Carat TW BLK CTR Diamond Engagement Ring
Unavailable|$294 / item
5/8 Carat TW BLK CTR Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
5/8 CT TW BLK CTR DIA ENG RING Metal: 10K White Metal Size: 7 Metal Weight: 2.58 grams
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Engagement Rings
Materials
Black Diamond
1 3/8 Carat TW Diamond Engagement Ring
Unavailable|$1,825 / item
1 3/8 Carat TW Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
1 3/8 CT TW DIA ENG RING Metal: 14K White Metal Size: 7 Metal Weight: 3.60 grams Gemstone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Engagement Rings
5/8 Carat TW Engagement Ring
Unavailable|$644
5/8 Carat TW Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
5/8 CT TW ENG RING Metal: 14K White Gold Metal Size: 7 Metal Weight: 3.00 grams Gemstone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond
8 Carat Natural Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring Set in 18K Gold, Cocktail Ring
Unavailable|$18,400 / item
8 Carat Natural Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring Set in 18K Gold, Cocktail Ring
Located in Orlando, Florida
8 Carat Natural Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring Set in 18K Gold, Cocktail Ring A stunning ring
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
5/8 Carat Total Weight Diamond Engagement Ring to Set
Unavailable|$540 / item
5/8 Carat Total Weight Diamond Engagement Ring to Set
Located in New York, NY
5/8 CT TW DIA ENG RING TO SET Metal: 14K White Gold Metal Size: 7 Metal Weight: 2.70 grams Gemstone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond
7/8 Carat TW Diamond DBL Halo Ring to Set
Unavailable|$1,033
7/8 Carat TW Diamond DBL Halo Ring to Set
Located in New York, NY
7/8 CT TW DIA DBL HALO RING TO SET Metal: 14K White Metal Weight: 3.28 grams Metal Size: 7
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond
1 1/8 Carat TW Diamond Engagement Ring to Set
Unavailable|$1,687 / item
1 1/8 Carat TW Diamond Engagement Ring to Set
Located in New York, NY
1 1/8 CT TW DIA ENG RING TO SET Metal: 14K White Gold Metal Size: 7 Metal Weight: 2.92 grams
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond
1 3/8 Carat TW Diamond Engagement Ring
Unavailable|$3,010 / item
1 3/8 Carat TW Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Metal: 14K Pink Metal Size:7 Metal Weight:2.45 grams Gemstone: Diamond Diamond Weight: 1.51 CT
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Engagement Rings
5/8 Carat TW Diamond Comp Engagement Ring
Unavailable|$409 / item
5/8 Carat TW Diamond Comp Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Metal: 14K White Yellow Metal Size:7 Metal Weight:2.92 grams Gemstone: Diamond Diamond Weight
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Engagement Rings
5/8 Carat Total Weight Diamond Engagement Ring to Set
Unavailable|$564
5/8 Carat Total Weight Diamond Engagement Ring to Set
Located in New York, NY
Metal: 14K White Gold Metal Size: 7 Metal Weight: 3.98 grams Gemstone: Diamond Diamond Weight: 0.7
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond
5/8 Carat Total Weight Diamond Engagement Ring to Set
Unavailable|$573
5/8 Carat Total Weight Diamond Engagement Ring to Set
Located in New York, NY
Metal: 14K White Gold Metal Size: 7 Metal Weight: 3.00 grams Gemstone: Diamond Diamond Weight: 0.7
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond
7/8 Carat TW DBL Halo Diamond Engagement Ring
Unavailable|$780 / item
7/8 Carat TW DBL Halo Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
7/8 CT TW DBL HALO DIA ENG RING Metal: 14K Rose Gold Metal Size: 7 Metal Weight: 6.62 grams
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Engagement Rings
1 5/8 Carat TW Engagement Ring
Unavailable|$5,506 / item
1 5/8 Carat TW Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
1 5/8 CT TW ENG RING Metal: 14K White Metal Size: 7 Metal Weight: 4.21 grams Gemstone: Diamond
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond
3/8 Carat Semi-Set Engagement Ring
Unavailable|$394 / item
3/8 Carat Semi-Set Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
3/8 CT SEMI-SET ENG RING Metal: 14K White Gold Metal Size: 7 Metal Weight: 3.20 grams
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond
5/8 Carat TW Engagement Halo Ring
Unavailable|$928
5/8 Carat TW Engagement Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
5/8 CT TW ENG HALO RING Metal: 14K White Gold Metal Size: 7 Metal Weight: 3.80 grams Gemstone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond
7/8 Carat TW Halo Engagement Ring
Unavailable|$987 / item
7/8 Carat TW Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
7/8 CT TW HALO ENG RING Metal: 14K White Yellow Metal Size: 7 Metal Weight: 3.24 grams
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond
5/8 Carat TW Sol Engagement Ring
Unavailable|$688 / item
5/8 Carat TW Sol Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
5/8 CT TW SOL ENG RING Metal: 14K White Gold Metal Size: 7 Metal Weight: 2.80 grams Gemstone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond
7/8 Carat TW Halo Engagement Ring
Unavailable|$922 / item
7/8 Carat TW Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
7/8 CT TW HALO ENG RING. Metal: 14K White Gold Metal Size: 7 Metal Weight: 4.13 grams Gemstone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond
8 Carat Paraiba Cabochon and Diamond Ring 18Kt Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$15,500
8 Carat Paraiba Cabochon and Diamond Ring 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Romy Ivsic
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This precious mint pebble copper bearing Paraiba is mounted with four posts crowned with diamonds
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Paraiba, Yellow Gold
18k Rose Gold 8 Carat Oval Cut Natural Diamond Eternity Ring
Unavailable|$32,850 / item
18k Rose Gold 8 Carat Oval Cut Natural Diamond Eternity Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
diamonds, this eternity band brings a stunning look. Metal: 18k Gold Diamond Total Carats: 8 Carat Diamond
Category
2010s North American Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Rose Gold
8 Carat Colombian Emerald Engagement Ring for Her Unique Diamond White Gold Ring
Unavailable|$19,680 / item
8 Carat Colombian Emerald Engagement Ring for Her Unique Diamond White Gold Ring
Located in Orlando, Florida
8 Carat Colombian Emerald Engagement Ring for Her, Natural Emerald Diamond Wedding Ring, Minimalist
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
8 Carat Natural Oval Cut Sapphire Ring
Unavailable|$15,000
8 Carat Natural Oval Cut Sapphire Ring
Located in New Orleans, LA
Sapphire and Diamond Ring featuring an 8 Carat Unheated/Untreated Ceylon Sapphire in a Platinum
Category
Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1 3/8 Carat Total Weight Diamond Engagement Ring
Unavailable|$1,081 / item
1 3/8 Carat Total Weight Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Metal: 14K Yellow Metal Size:7 Metal Weight:2.50 grams Gemstone: Diamond Diamond Weight: 1.51
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Engagement Rings
1 3/8 Carat Total Weight Diamond Engagement Ring
Unavailable|$1,081
1 3/8 Carat Total Weight Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Metal: 14K White Metal Size:7 Metal Weight:2.50 grams Gemstone: Diamond Diamond Weight: 1.51
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Engagement Rings
5/8 Carat TW Quad Top Diamond Engagement Ring
Unavailable|$596 / item
5/8 Carat TW Quad Top Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Metal: 14K White Metal Size:7 Metal Weight: 4.80 grams Gemstone: Diamond Diamond Weight: 0.63 CT
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Engagement Rings
5/8 Carat TW YG/WG Diamond Engagement Ring
Unavailable|$648 / item
5/8 Carat TW YG/WG Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Metal: 14K White Yellow Metal Size:7 Metal Weight: 4.55 grams Gemstone: Diamond Diamond Weight
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Engagement Rings
7/8 Carat TW Diamond Two-Tone Eng Ring
Unavailable|$1,076 / item
7/8 Carat TW Diamond Two-Tone Eng Ring
Located in New York, NY
Metal: 14K White Yellow Metal Size:7 Metal Weight:4.50 grams Gemstone: Diamond Diamond Weight
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Engagement Rings
7/8 Carat TW Diamond Two-Tone Eng Ring
Unavailable|$1,076 / item
7/8 Carat TW Diamond Two-Tone Eng Ring
Located in New York, NY
Metal: 14K White Gold Metal Size:7 Metal Weight:4.50 grams Gemstone: Diamond Diamond Weight
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Engagement Rings
18 Karat White Gold 8 Carat Ceylon Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring
Unavailable|$42,500
18 Karat White Gold 8 Carat Ceylon Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Jiedy Jewels
Located in Indooroopilly, QLD
18 Karat White Gold 8 Carat Ceylon Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring Modern handcrafted design 18kt white
Category
2010s Australian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold 8 Carat Oval Cut Natural Diamond Eternity Ring
Unavailable|$32,850 / item
18k White Gold 8 Carat Oval Cut Natural Diamond Eternity Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
diamonds, this eternity band brings a stunning look. Metal: 18k Gold Diamond Total Carats: 8ct Diamond Cut
Category
2010s North American Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
18k Yellow Gold 8 Carat Oval Cut Natural Diamond Eternity Ring
Unavailable|$32,850 / item
18k Yellow Gold 8 Carat Oval Cut Natural Diamond Eternity Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
diamonds, this eternity band brings a stunning look. Metal: 18k Gold Diamond Total Carats: 8ct Diamond Cut
Category
2010s North American Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
8 Carat Morganite and Diamond Rose and White Gold Cocktail Ring
Unavailable|$8,344
8 Carat Morganite and Diamond Rose and White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
brilliant diamonds. The head of this ring is cast from 18k rose gold and sits atop a platinum shank. Sized
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Morganite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
18k Yellow Gold Ring W/10.28 Carat Emerald and Diamonds - Size 8
Unavailable|$17,250
18k Yellow Gold Ring W/10.28 Carat Emerald and Diamonds - Size 8
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Beautiful 18k Yellow Gold Ring With a Stunning Emerald and Diamonds. Size 8. Features a 10.28 Carat
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
5/8 Carat TW Diamond Miracle Plate 3-Stone Ring
Unavailable|$48,356
5/8 Carat TW Diamond Miracle Plate 3-Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
5/8 CT TW DIAMOND MIRACLE PLATE 3 STONE RING Metal: 10K White Metal Weight: 3.72 grams Gemstone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Three-Stone Rings
Materials
Diamond
3/8 Carat Total Weight Diamond DBL Halo Engagement Ring
Unavailable|$269
3/8 Carat Total Weight Diamond DBL Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
3/8 CT TW DIA DBL HALO ENG RING Metal: 10K yellow Gold Metal Size: 7 Metal Weight: 2.75 grams
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Engagement Rings
3/8 Carat Total Weight Diamond DBL Halo Engagement Ring
Unavailable|$274 / item
3/8 Carat Total Weight Diamond DBL Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
3/8 CT TW DIA DBL HALO ENG RING Metal: 10K White Gold Metal Size: 7 Metal Weight: 2.76 grams
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Engagement Rings
5/8 Carat Total Weight Engagement Halo Ring
Unavailable|$971 / item
5/8 Carat Total Weight Engagement Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
5/8 CT TW ENG HALO RING Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Metal Size: 7 Metal Weight: 3.80 grams Gemstone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond
1/8 Carat TW Platinum Semi Engagement Ring
Unavailable|$341
1/8 Carat TW Platinum Semi Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
1/8 CT TW PLATINUM SEMI ENG RING Metal: White Metal Size: 7 Metal Weight: 4.46 grams Gemstone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond
7/8 Carat TW Engagement Ring To Set
Unavailable|$913 / item
7/8 Carat TW Engagement Ring To Set
Located in New York, NY
7/8 CT TW ENG RING TO SET Metal: 14K White Metal Size: 7 Metal Weight: 2.32 grams Gemstone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond
5/8 Carat TW Dia Halo Eng Ring
Unavailable|$846 / item
5/8 Carat TW Dia Halo Eng Ring
Located in New York, NY
5/8 CT TW DIA HALO ENG RING Metal: 14K pink Gold Metal Size: 7 Metal Weight: 3.80 grams
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond
7/8 Carat TW Diamond F. Band
Unavailable|$647
7/8 Carat TW Diamond F. Band
Located in New York, NY
7/8 CT TW DIA F. BAND Metal: 14K White Yellow Rose Gold Metal Size: 7 Metal Weight: 6.00 grams
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Band Rings
Materials
Diamond
18K Gold Baguette Round Diamond Oval 8 Carat Emerald Center Cocktail Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18K Gold Baguette Round Diamond Oval 8 Carat Emerald Center Cocktail Ring This one-of-a-kind ring
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1 3/8 Carat Diamond Bridal Set
Unavailable|$2,053
1 3/8 Carat Diamond Bridal Set
Located in New York, NY
Metal: 14K White Metal Size: 7 Metal Weight: 6.52 grams Gemstone: Diamond Diamond Weight: 1.50 CT
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond
10 Karat Yellow Gold 1/8 Carat Diamond Band Ring
Unavailable|$166
10 Karat Yellow Gold 1/8 Carat Diamond Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Metal: 10K Yellow Gold Metal Size: 7 Gemstone: Diamond Total Diamond Weight: 0.12 CT Diamond
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Band Rings
10 Karat Rose Gold 1/8 Carat Diamond Band Ring
Unavailable|$178
10 Karat Rose Gold 1/8 Carat Diamond Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Metal: 10K Rose Gold Metal Size: 7 Gemstone: Diamond Total Diamond Weight: 0.12 CT Diamond Quality
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Band Rings
10 Karat White Gold 1/8 Carat Diamond Band Ring
Unavailable|$184
10 Karat White Gold 1/8 Carat Diamond Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Metal: 10K White Gold Metal Size: 7 Gemstone: Diamond Total Diamond Weight: 0.12 CT Diamond Quality
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Band Rings
10 Karat White Gold 1/8 Carat Diamond Band Ring
Unavailable|$190
10 Karat White Gold 1/8 Carat Diamond Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Metal: 10K White Gold Metal Size: 7 Gemstone: Diamond Total Diamond Weight: 0.12 CT Diamond Quality
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Band Rings
10 Karat Yellow Gold 1/8 Carat Diamond Band Ring
Unavailable|$170 / item
10 Karat Yellow Gold 1/8 Carat Diamond Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Metal: 10K Yellow Gold Metal Size: 7 Gemstone: Diamond Total Diamond Weight: 0.12 CT Diamond
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Band Rings
10 Karat Rose Gold 1/8 Carat Diamond Band Ring
Unavailable|$185
10 Karat Rose Gold 1/8 Carat Diamond Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Metal: 10K Rose Gold Metal Size: 7 Gemstone: Diamond Total Diamond Weight: 0.12 CT Diamond Quality
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Band Rings
1 5/8 Carat TW PC CTR Diamond Engagement Ring
Unavailable|$1,296 / item
1 5/8 Carat TW PC CTR Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Metal: 14K White Metal Size:7 Metal Weight:6.00grams Gemstone: Diamond Diamond Weight: 1.66 CT
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Engagement Rings
7/8 Carat Total Weight Diamond Two-Tone Eng Ring
Unavailable|$1,076 / item
7/8 Carat Total Weight Diamond Two-Tone Eng Ring
Located in New York, NY
Metal: 14K White Rose Metal Size:7 Metal Weight:4.50 grams Gemstone: Diamond Diamond Weight
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Engagement Rings
0.50 Carat Tsavorite 1 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Gold Cigar Band Ring US Size 8
By Damati
Located in New York, NY
0.50Ct Tsavorite 1 Ct Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cigar Band Ring US Size 8 Crafted in 18 kt Yellow
Category
2010s American Contemporary Band Rings
Materials
Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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8 Carat Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact 8 carat diamond ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Platinum, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 23067 antique edition and 37849 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a 8 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. Finding an appealing 8 carat diamond ring — no matter the origin — is easy, but LB Exclusive, Tiffany & Co. and Roshe Jewels each produced a popular version that is worth a look. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also oval cut cut and emerald cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our 8 carat diamond ring for sale are for women, but there are 14251 pieces available to browse for men.
How Much is a 8 Carat Diamond Ring?
On average, a 8 carat diamond ring at 1stDibs sells for $4,985, while they’re typically $19 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 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.
Questions About 8 Carat Diamond Ring
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021An 8-carat diamond’s worth varies depending on the 4Cs of diamond quality – color, cut, clarity and carat. On an average an 8-carat diamond could cost you between $17,500 to $90,000. It is also likely that the price range per carat will be even broader. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of 8-carat diamond jewelry from different periods and styles to choose from.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023There 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Elizabeth 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.
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