18-carat gold ring with old-cut diamonds 0.92 ct
Located in Chorzów, PL
central old-brilliant-cut diamond weighing approximately 0.62 ct (L color, SI2 clarity) and 11 8/8-cut
Mid-20th Century Dutch Cluster Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
18-carat gold ring with old-cut diamonds 0.92 ct
Located in Chorzów, PL
central old-brilliant-cut diamond weighing approximately 0.62 ct (L color, SI2 clarity) and 11 8/8-cut
Diamond, 18k Gold
14k White Gold Entourage Ring with 1.50ct Old European Cut Diamonds
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold entourage ring set with a 1.50 ct old European cut diamond, G/H-SI, ring size US
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Retro Platinum Old European and Baguette Diamond Cocktail Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Retro Platinum Old European and Baguette Diamond Cocktail Ring - GIA. This
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian 3.02 Ct Old Cut Diamond Three Stone ring
Located in Napoli, IT
/worn Gems: 3 old European diamonds totaling approx 3.02 Ct (J/I agd 5.65 ,80 Ct – J/SI agd 6.5 1.40 Ct
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA. This beautiful
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond Filigree Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond Filigree Engagement Ring - GIA. This
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Old European Diamond Engagement Ring, GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Old European Diamond Engagement Ring. This beautiful
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum Hall Co Old European Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Hall Co Old European Diamond Engagement Ring. This beautiful
Diamond, Platinum
Ring with old European cut diamonds up to 0.50ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k rose gold and silver ring with an old European cut diamond, totaling approximately 0.50 ct – G
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Ring with old European and single cut diamonds up to 0.40ct 18k gold 4.0 gram
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold entourage ring set with a central old European cut diamond up to 0.15 ct G/H - VS/SI
Diamond, 18k Gold
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Sugarloaf Cabochon Blue Sapphire & Old European Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Sugarloaf Cabochon Blue Sapphire & Old European Cut Diamond Ring. The ring weighs 6.2 grams
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 18K Gold Cluster Ring with 2 ct Old Mine-Cut Diamonds & Accent Diamonds
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
: Approximately 0.50 ct old mine-cut diamond, F–G color, VS clarity Accent Stones: 8 old European-cut diamonds
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18K Gold and Platinum Diamond Dome Ring — ~3.00 ct Old Cut, French
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
. Specifications Metal: 18K yellow gold, platinum top Diamonds: old European cuts, approx. 3.00 ct total Weight
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Victorian 1.00 Ct Natural Ruby 1.60 Ct Diamond 18 KT ring
Located in Napoli, IT
natural rubies totalling approx 1.00 Ct – 8 old European cut diamonds totalling approx 1.60 CT (G-VVS/SI
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond and Sapphire Target Engagement Ri
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond and Sapphire Target Engagement Ring. This
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Art Deco Platinum Ring with Old Brilliant-Cut Diamonds 1940s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Vintage Art Deco Platinum Ring with Old Brilliant-Cut Diamonds Vintage geometric ring made of high
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 10 Ct Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Halo Ring
Located in Miami, FL
: Aquamarine, approx. 10.00 carats Accent Stones: Diamonds, approx. 1.60 carats total Diamond Cut: Old European
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Platinum Old Euro Diamond Low Profile Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian Platinum Old Euro Diamond Low Profile Engagement Ring - GIA. This
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 1.15 Carat Old Euro Diamond in Vintage Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Houston, TX
weight of 1.35 carats. At its center is a stunning 1.15-carat old European cut diamond graded K in color
Diamond, Platinum
Art Nouveau 1.90 Ct Natural Sapphire 1.30 Ct Diamond Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Sapphire of rich Blue of approx 1.90 Ct – oval faceted cut Accompanied by 20 old transitional cut Diamonds
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Old Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 6.5 grams. Totally is diamond 0.76 ct. The diamond is has H
Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Deco Style 2.90 Ct Old Mine Cut Diamond Three Stone Platinum Mount
Located in Napoli, IT
Love Token Very beautiful 2.90 Ct Old Mine Cut Diamonds trilogy ring Rare old cut Diamonds set to
Diamond, Platinum
French Art Deco 1.90 Ct Diamond Solitaire Plus Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Old European cut Diamond of 1.90 Ct which actually looks bigger up to 2.10 Ct than its actual weight
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 1.40 Ct. Certified Pink Sapphire 1.04 CT Diamond Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
early transitional brilliant cut diamonds totalling approx 1.04 Ct (G/H-VVS/I) UK size: P 3/4 US size: 8
Pink Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
Antique Art Deco 14k Gold Natural Old Cut Diamond Decorated Solitaire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 2 grams. Totally is diamond 0.15 ct. The diamond is has F
Diamond, 14k Gold
Toi et Moi gold Ring with 1.10 ct Diamonds and Pearl
Located in Chorzów, PL
-cut diamonds weighing a total of 0.15 ct (G-I color, SI-VS clarity). Weight: 5.81 g Ring size: 15
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18 kt. Gold Ring Set With 1.2 ct. Centre Diamond Surrounded by 4.65 ct. Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Diamonds: Big Old European & 8/8 cut diamonds. Centre diamond approx. 1.2 ct. small 8/8 cut diamonds
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Vintage 1.55 Ct Twin-Diamond Moi et Toi G VVS Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Hallmarks: assay and maker Gems: 2 old European cut diamonds totalling approx 1.55 Ct (average diameters
Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Deco Style Platinum Diamond + Sapphire Engagement Ring 1.74 Ct Center
Located in Narberth, PA
crafted in platinum and features a gorgeous old European Cut diamond resting in the center of an exquisite
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Edwardian 18K Gold and Platinum Old Euro Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
gorgeous Edwardian old European cut diamond engagement ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18 karat yellow gold tank ring - Ruby & old cut Diamond - Retro Vintage bow ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
Ring size : 8 3/4 US - 59 FR Diamonds : Old European mine cut - 10pcs - Si/P-H - approx. 0,6 ct total
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
1910s–1920s French Art Deco Marquise Emerald & Diamond Ring – Size 60 (US 8)
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
ring centers on an oval-cut emerald (~0.50 ct) flanked by two old European-cut diamonds (~0.60 ct each
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Georgian Diamond Cluster Ring, 18K Gold & Silver, Circa 1800, Europe
Located in Napoli, IT
old mine cushion cut of estimate .96 Ct (5.68 x 5.46 mm. – J/VS) with surrounding border of 8 rose cut
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Art Deco 14k yellow gold and platinum ring with old-cut diamonds circa 1930
Located in Chorzów, PL
Charming ring with old-cut diamonds Art Deco circa 1930. The ring is crafted from 14-karat
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1987 Ring natural 1.6ct Sapphire 0.33 ct Diamonds solid 18K Gold ØUS8/ 4gr.
Located in SE
Sapphire oval cut 8 mm x 6 mm x 3.4 mm deep / ca. 1.6 ct . that demonstrates internal structure typical for
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
1938 Halo Ring natural 0.45 ct Sapphire ctw. 0.65ctw Diamonds 18K Gold/ØUS8/2.9g
Located in SE
. Sapphire measures: Ø 4.5mm x 3.5 mm deep / ca. 0.45 ct . Eight Diamonds of old European cut Ø 2.5 mm
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum, 18k Gold
Diamond 2ct Art deco Ring with Baguette Stones, Total Carat. 4.2 Ct
Located in Berlin, BE
, featuring a stunning old European cut diamond of approximately 2 carats. The centerpiece is further
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Men Ring natural 10.5 ct Sapphire Diamonds solid 18K Yellow Gold Size US8 / 13gr
Located in SE
8 + / 18.19 mm. This ring may be resized for additional payment. Weight: 13 grams Used, fine / very
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Style 1.10 Ct Diamond Sapphire Solitaire Platinum Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
mine chunky cut Diamond of 1.10 Ct – antique old mine cut Diamonds are known for not being perfectly
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Nouveau Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring, Circa 1900, .75 Ct
Located in Napoli, IT
maker Gems: 1 old transitional cut diamond of approx .25 Ct (F/VS) – 8 transitional and 12 rose cut
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian Style 1.60 Ct Diamond Platinum 18 KT Cluster Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
A Burst of Diamonds Very charming old cluster ring boasts fine hand crafting in combination with
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco .75 Ct. G VS1 Diamond Solitaire Plus Engagement Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
bright white full of life and sparkle old oval faceted cut, .75 CT rated G VS1 – with six more Diamonds
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique 2.65 Ct Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl and 1.18 Ct Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
face of the ring is further embellished with twenty-two impressive Old European round cut diamonds
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 1.04 Ct Cushion Diamond G VS1 Solitaire 18 KT Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
) Gems: 1 cushion old European cut diamond of approx 1.10 Ct (6.07 mm. x 5.76 mm.) – G/VS UK size: L 1/2
Diamond, 18k Gold
1927 Lord Ring 0.5 ct Sapphire 0.6 ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø US 6.5/ 6g
Located in SE
color old diamond cut Ø 4mm x 2 mm deep / about 0.5ct. Two old diamond cut natural Diamonds Ø 4 mm x
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1920 Nordic Halo Ring 0.5 ct Sapphire Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø 5.75 US /2 gr
Located in SE
104 years old Halo Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with natural Blue Sapphire and 8 old European cut
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Mine Diamond Filigree Cocktail Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
crafted in platinum. The ring holds old mine, old European, and rose cut diamonds on it. There is a
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage European Ring 3ct Aquamarine Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø US 9.25 US /4.5gr
Located in SE
Vintage Aquamarine and Diamonds Ring ,made ca. 1960-1970s. The band in solid 18ct Gold with top of
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold
Old Halo Ring natural 1.25ct Sapphire 1ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø4.5US /5gr.
Located in SE
Halo Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with natural Blue Sapphire and 8 old European cut Diamonds set
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1956 Ring natural 1ct. Emerald 8 Diamonds solid 18K Ø 7.5US / 4.4 gr
Located in SE
/ ca. 1 ct accented with 8 pave set old European diamond cut diamonds Ø 1.5 mm /0.015ct each. Color F,G
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Antique Diamond Chased Gold Men’s Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Egyptian pharaoh and stylized floral designs. The ring is prong set with a sparkling old European cut
Diamond
Antique Diamond and 18K White Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
antique 0.59 Ct Old European round cut diamond set in relief within a six claw / prong setting. The
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Platinum Edwardian Bombé Ring Diamonds
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
by 8 smaller Diamonds weighing approximately 0.80 ct and many smaller Diamonds. The ring is
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Halo Ring 1 ct Sapphire Diamonds solid 14K Rose Gold US 3.75 / 2.8gr
Located in SE
diamond of old European cut Ø 1.75 /0.025ctv - Ø 2.25 mm / 0.06 ct each x 14 = 0.75 ctw .Color ca. F,G
Diamond, Sapphire, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Estate 1.85 Ct Round and Baguette Cut 18 KT ring
Located in Napoli, IT
baguette cut Diamonds totaling approx .90 Ct (G/VVS) UK size: P 3/4 US size: 8 Measures: 10 mm. at the
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Diamond Coiled Snake Engraved Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
snake's skin. CONDITION: Pre-Owned - Excellent 10/10 METAL: 18k Gold GEM STONE: Diamond 1.52 ct. RING
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Onyx 1.82 Carat Diamond White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Beautiful 14 kt white gold band ring, covered with g 6 onyx, fancy yellow diamond of 1.82 ct
Diamond, Onyx, 14k 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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