8 Carat Oval Diamond Ring Brilliant White 18K Gold Signature Sophistication
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 8 carats, oval, diamond ring. Designed to feel like a personal signature: refined, wearable, and unmistakably high-end.
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
8 Carat Oval Statement Brilliant White Refined Grandeur Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 8 carats, oval, statement ring, diamond ring. Designed to feel like a personal signature: refined, wearable, and unmistakably high-end.
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$360,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 8 Carat Oval Brilliant Diamond Solitaire Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
A striking example of contemporary elegance, this exceptional ring showcases an impressive 8.03-carat oval brilliant-cut diamond, certified by GIA and beautifully presented in a refi...
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 8 Carat Fancy Yellow Oval Cut Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Discover the GIA Certified 8 Carat Fancy Yellow Oval Cut Diamond Halo Ring, crafted in 18K gold.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
$68,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 8 Carat Burma Origin Oval Blue Sapphire Diamond Solitaire Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
GIA Certified 8 Carat Burma Origin Oval Blue Sapphire Diamond Solitaire Ring
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
GIA 8 Carat D VS2 Oval Diamond Platinum Ring with Step-Cut Trapezoids
By Premier Gem Corp
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional 8-carat GIA-certified oval diamond, set in platinum and flanked by elegant step-cut trapezoid side stones, this ring represents the pinnacle of refined high-carat desi...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum GIA Certified 8 Carat Oval Purple Tourmaline Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Design Collection Metal- 90% Platinum, 10% Iridium, 18K Yellow Gold .750. GIA Report Number- 5211367466 Stones- GIA Certified Oval Purple Tourmaline 8.00 Carats. 30 Round D...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Vintage 8 Carat Oval Madeira Citrine and Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Centering a securely Hand set securely nestled 8 Carat Oval Madeira Citrine. Artfully surrounded by .30tcw Diamonds, including Diamonds on sides of shank.
Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
8 Carat Oval Statement Brilliant VS Signature Sophistication Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 8 carats, oval, statement ring, diamond ring. Built for clients who judge a ring in motion, not only in perfect studio light.
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
8 Carat Oval Statement Brilliant White Signature Sophistication Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 8 carats, oval, statement ring, diamond ring. Built for clients who judge a ring in motion, not only in perfect studio light.
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
8 Carat Oval Statement Brilliant White Signature Sophistication Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 8 carats, oval, statement ring, diamond ring. Designed to feel like a personal signature: refined, wearable, and unmistakably high-end.
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
8 Carat Oval Cut Amethyst and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18k Rose Gold
Located in London, England
This 1930s style Cocktail Ring features a Natural Oval Brilliant Amethyst at its centre weighing approximately 8 Carats and mounted in 18K Rose Gold.
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
8 Carat Oval Statement Brilliant White / F color VS Grandeur Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 8 carats, oval, statement ring, diamond ring. Designed to feel like a personal signature: refined, wearable, and unmistakably high-end.
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
8 Carat Oval Statement Brilliant White VVS Crystal-Clear Grandeur Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 8 carats, oval, statement ring, diamond ring. Built for clients who judge a ring in motion, not only in perfect studio light.
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
4.60 Carat Oval Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Fantastic 1960's very bright soft blue natural aquamarine and diamond engagement ring. 4.60cts oval aqua mounted in a platinum setting, accented with 4 round brilliant cut diamonds a...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
3.70 Carat Oval Garnet Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Reddish brown 3.70 carat garnet and 8 round accent diamonds in an 18k yellow gold setting. 1 oval cut reddish brown garnet, VS approx. 3.70cts 8 round brilliant cut diamonds, I-J V...
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1900s 2.59 Carat Oval Cut Tourmaline and 1.95 Carat Diamond Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Tourmaline Quality Color Natural Green Cut Oval Content 2.59 carats Dimensions 9.42mm x 8.41mm x 4.69mm Diamond Quality Diamond One Color I Clarity SI2 Cut Old European round Conten...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
.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 diamonds on each side, in a 14k yellow gold setting. 1 oval emerald .65cts, 6.2 x 4.9mm...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
3.00 Carat Oval Peridot Diamond Swirl Gold Dinner Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Indulge in the captivating allure of our oval peridot and diamond swirl yellow and white gold dinner ring. Mounted in the center, is a rich green 3.00ct oval peridot in a swirl desig...
Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, White Gold
8 Carat Oval Statement Brilliant White / D color VVS 14K White Gold Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 8 carats, oval, statement ring, diamond ring. A modern classic that balances presence with polish, engineered for long-term wear.
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
8 Carat Oval Statement Type IIa Brilliant White / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 8 carats, oval, statement ring, diamond ring. A collector-facing piece where proportion and light return are treated as non-negotiable.
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
8 Carat Oval Statement Brilliant White / J color SI 14K White Gold Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 8 carats, oval, statement ring, diamond ring. A connoisseur-led design where the face-up stays calm, crisp, and intentionally luxurious.
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
8 Carat Oval Band Brilliant Timeless Brilliance Collector-Grade Eternity Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Timeless Brilliance—a piece defined by brilliance, poise, and longevity. Diamond Ring Overview & Legacy Story In this design, Legacy pursues purity of line and light, allowing a...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.57 Carat Oval Tanzanite Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Craftsmanship and elegance is the best way to describe out Tanzanite and Diamond halo engagement ring. The center gemstone is a mesmerizing oval violet blut tanzanite set in 14k yell...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.72 Carat Oval Aquamarine Baguette Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Aqua and diamond cocktail ring. Pale blue oval aqua center stone with baguette and emerald cut accent diamonds in a 14k yellow and white gold setting. Circa 1990's. 1 oval Aquamar...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
.80 Carat Oval Ceylon Sapphire Round Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1940’s Retro Deco Style bright Ceylon Sapphire and diamond engagement ring. .80ct oval sapphire center stone, mounted in a platinum setting accented by 8 round cut diamonds. The st...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1950s 2.28 Carat Oval Cut Burma Ruby and 2.00 Carat Diamonds Flower Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18K yellow gold with an AGL certified, Burma origin, Non-heat treated, Oval cut Ruby weighing 2.28 carats, and accenting Round Brilliant and Marquise cut Diamonds w...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
1.66 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Dainty Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
A ring that's certain to turn heads. Item Details: - Type: Engagement Ring - Metal: Platinum - Weight: 2.34 grams - Setting: Prong - Size: 6.5 _______________________ Center S...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Certified 5.52 Carat Oval Yellow Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
A striking statement of 1950's elegance, this GIA certified ring showcases a breathtaking 5.52 carat oval lemon yellow sapphire, radiating a rich and vibrant golden hue.
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum
Peter Suchy 12.67 Carat Natural Oval Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Blue-Purple color change sapphire and diamonds engagement ring. AGTA certified 12.67ct oval center sapphire set in platinum with 3 round accent diamonds on each side. Natural color c...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
AGL Certified 5.89 Carat Natural Oval Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Behold the captivating allure of this exquisite 1960's 5.89ct natural oval sapphire diamond platinum engagement ring. Crafted to perfection, this stunning piece encapsulates elegance...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Burma Heated Ruby 7.71 Carat Oval in Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA Burma Heated Ruby 7.71 Carat Oval in Diamond Platinum Ring Ruby and Diamond Ring features a large purplish-red Oval Ruby surrounded by 10 Round Brilliant Diamonds set in Platinum.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1.05 Carat Natural Oval Ruby & Diamond Ring 14k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
1.06 Carat Natural Oval Diamond and Ruby Ring G SI 14K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds and Ruby 1.06CTW G-H SI 14K White Gold Prong style, 4.30 grams 3/8 inch in width Size 7 18 di...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$480,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 8 Carat Radiant Cut E Color Diamond Engagement Platinum Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This spectacular statement ring showcases a breathtaking 8.05 carat cut-cornered rectangular modified brilliant diamond—also known as a radiant cut—certified by GIA as E color and VS...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1.05 Carat Natural Oval Ruby & Diamond Ring 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
1.06 Carat Natural Oval Diamond and Ruby Ring G SI 14K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds and Ruby 1.06CTW G-H SI 14K White Gold Prong style, 4.30 grams 3/8 inch in width Size 7 18 di...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
.64 Carat Art Deco Red Oval Ruby Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Art deco ruby and diamond ring. Oval center ruby with 8 round and 4 mele baguette cut diamonds in a handmade platinum setting. Circa 1930-1940. 1 oval ruby .64cts. 8 round diamonds ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1.4 Carat Natural Oval Ruby and 0.80 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite 18 Karat Gold Ring, featuring a stunning 1.4 carat natural oval Ruby and approximately 0.80 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Natural 1.52 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Floral Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Ring is adjustable. Item Details: - Type: Ring - Metal: Platinum - Weight: 6.35 grams - Setting: Prong - Size: 6.5 _______________________ Center Stone Details: - Type: Sapph...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.79 Carat Blue Oval Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Blue oval sapphire 2.79cts. Set in a solid Platinum setting with 3 rows on each side of shank with white full cut diamonds in a step pattern. 1 oval genuine sapphire approx. total ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
$2,000Sale Price|20% Off
Oval 7.5 Carat Treated Ruby and 1 Carat Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
12x10 Oval Cut Approximately 7.5 Carat Treated Ruby 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring Size 8 Diamond Brilliant cut approximately 1 ct , Its a treated ruby prong set 14 Karat Yellow Gol...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Peter Suchy Certified GIA 2.96 Carat Oval Ruby Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Ruby and diamond engagement ring. GIA certified crimson red oval 2.96ct Ruby set in a platinum 8 prong setting, accented by two brilliant cut trapezoid and full round cut diamonds. T...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$68,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 5.72 Carat Sri-Lanka Ceylon Oval Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This lovely rectangular oval-cut unheated Ceylon blue sapphire weighing 5.72 carats, is framed with a halo of 8 round brilliant-cut diamonds and 5 pear cut diamonds, totaling approxi...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
9.88 Carat Oval Cabochon Tanzanite Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1970's Tanzanite and diamond ring. 9.88 Carat oval cabochon bezel set Tanzanite center stone.
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2.8 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ballerina Halo Ring
Located in Miami, FL
2.26-carat deep blue sapphire, surrounded by 0.54 carats of sparkling diamonds in a timeless ballerina-style setting. Details: Metal: Platinum Size: 8 (adjustable) Weight: 7.62 Gr...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
$1,388Sale Price|20% Off
14K White Gold Triple Oval Emerald Diamond Ring, 1.40 Carat
Located in Houston, TX
This ring is made in 18K white gold. It features 3 oval cut emeralds weighing 1.18 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
$3,120Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 3.02 Carat Brownish Pink Oval Natural Sapphire Halo Diamond Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
This delicate 14k yellow gold ring features a GIA-certified 3.02 Carat Natural Brownish - Pink sapphire Oval-shaped encircled by a halo of eight (8) brilliant round diamonds in a tot...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
8 Carat Marquise Statement Brilliant Signature Sophistication Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 8 carats, marquise, statement ring, diamond ring.
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Alfred Butler 2.00 Carat Oval Sapphire Diamond Halo Gold Engagement Ring
By Alfred Butler
Located in Stamford, CT
Sapphire and diamond engagement ring. Oval Ceylon sapphire center stone in a 14k yellow gold setting with a halo of 18 round diamonds. Alfred Butler hallmark. 1 oval Ceylon sapphi...
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
13.39 Carat Oval Mandarin Garnet and Diamond Gold Vintage Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Finely detailed Vintage Mandarin Garnet and Diamond Gold Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set Oval Mandarin Garnet, weighing approx. 13.39 Carats.
Diamond, Garnet, Mandarin Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
16.3 Carat Oval Diamond Ring Yellow 18K Royal Radiance Heirloom Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 16.3 carats, oval, diamond ring. A modern classic that balances presence with polish, engineered for long-term wear.
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Pink Tourmaline 8 carats, Diamonds, Sapphires Cocktail Ring, 18ct Gold
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
Twin Pink Tourmalines. A striking vintage cocktail ring crafted in 18 karat yellow gold, centred on a beautifully matched pair of vivid pink oval tourmalines with a combined weight ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold
2.08 Carat Natural Oval Emerald Diamond Ring 14 Karat Florentine Dome*
Located in New York, NY
European Florentine Interwined 1.35ct. Natural Emerald Ring 9 X 7mm Transparent & Vivid Green .28ct. natural yellow Diamonds. .45ct. white diamonds. Round & full cuts ...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.58 Carat Oval-Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Filigree Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Details: Item Type: Cocktail Ring Metal: Platinum 900 Size: 6 Setting: 4-Prong Weight: 5.70 Grams Center Gemstone Details: Type: Sapphire Carat: 1.58 Carat Color: Blue Cut: Oval ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
8 Carat Oval Statement Royal Sapphire 14K Gold Radiant Elegance Signature Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 8 carats, oval, statement ring, diamond ring. Created for those who prefer quiet power—brilliance without chaos.
Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Oval Cut Aquamarine and Diamond Palladium Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Aquamarine Quality Cut Oval faceted Content 0.95 carats Dimensions 7.67mm x 5.90mm x 3.18mm Diamond Quality Color (average grades) H Clarity (average grades) VS2 Cut Eight-cut/Tap...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Palladium
9 Carat Oval Band Timeless Brilliance High Jewellery Eternity Diamond ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 9 carats, oval, band, diamond band. A serious diamond ring with disciplined selection—meant to read clean at normal viewing distance.
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2.09 Carat Oval Statement Brilliant Gold Everyday Royalty Signature Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 2.09 carats, oval, statement ring, diamond ring. Created for those who prefer quiet power—brilliance without chaos.
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
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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