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Emerald Cut Diamond and Platinum 5 Stone Anniversary Wedding Band Ring GIA
Located in Tampa, FL
Emerald Cut Diamond and Platinum 5 Stone Anniversary Wedding Band Ring GIA Set with 2.54 carats of
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2010s American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Ladies Diamond 5 Stone Wedding Ring 1 Carat Anniversary Band Mined 1ct 14K
Located in Dearborn, MI
Ladies Diamond 5 Stone Wedding Ring 1 Carat Anniversary Band 14K Yellow Gold Features 5
Category

2010s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mens Diamond 5 Stone Wedding Ring 1 Carat Anniversary Band Mined 1ct 14K
Located in Dearborn, MI
Mens Diamond 5 Stone Wedding Ring 1 Carat Anniversary Band 14K Yellow Gold Features 5 Matching
Category

2010s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.66ctw 5-Stone Diamond Ring 14k White Gold Size 8.25 Wedding Anniversary Band
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Diamonds (centers) - Total Carats - 0.50ctw Cut - Round Brilliant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

TJD 2.0 Carat Round 5 Stone 18 Karat White Gold Wedding Anniversary Band Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Eye-catching and elegant five stone diamond wedding band, crafted in 18 karat white gold and
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

18ct Yellow & White Gold Diamond 5 Stone Ring Set With 0.25ct Diamonds
Located in London, GB
This elegant 18ct yellow & white gold 5 stone ring is set with 0.25ct of sparkling rose cut
Category

Vintage 1940s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Diamond Anniversary Band Platinum Midcentury Ring Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage diamond anniversary band crafted in platinum (circa 1950s). Emerald & round
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Wide Braided Diamond Anniversary Cigar Band, 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Hertsliya, IL
Braided cigar-wide diamond ring and is the perfect anniversary band. We recommend ordering half a
Category

2010s Israeli Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

GIA Certified Anniversary Band with 5.15 Carat Asscher Cut Diamonds
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Anniversary eternity band with Square Emerald (Asscher) Diamonds set in Platinum 950
Category

2010s American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Edwardian 18k and Platinum 5 Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous diamond ring from the Edwardian (ca1910)! Crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum, this
Category

Vintage 1910s Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

0.50 Carat Diamond Round 5 Stone 18KT White Gold Half Eternity Tresor Band Ring
By Tresor Paris
Located in London, GB
The stunning 5 stone natural round diamond 18 karat white gold half eternity ring, featuring a
Category

2010s British Modern Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 5 Carat Oval Diamond Eternity Band Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Celebrate your love with the Platinum Oval Diamond 5-Stone Anniversary Band, a symbol of timeless
Category

2010s Italian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

14K White Gold 1 CTW Diamond and 1 CTW Emerald Anniversary Band
Located in Stuart, FL
14k white gold 1 CTW diamond and 1 CTW Emerald anniversary band. The stones in this ring are all
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Channel Set 5 Stone Round Diamond Band Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold, F-G / VS
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
exudes elegance and grace. Whether as a wedding band, anniversary gift, or simply a luxurious addition to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Diamond 0.50 carats 18KT White Gold 5 Solitaire Wedding Band
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Celebrate your love in style with this stunning anniversary band. Crafted in lustrous 18-karat
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.32ctw Diamond Thin Band Ring, 14k White Gold, Ring Size 5, Stackable
Located in McLeansville, NC
band, anniversary ring, or an everyday accessory. Stones: diamonds, 16 stones round brilliant cut 1.75
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1 4/5 Ctw Round Full Eternity Wide Band Diamond Ring, 5 row 14K Solid Gold, SI G
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Ring makes a bold statement of elegance and grandeur. The multi stones set along the wide band
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

GIA Certified Asscher Cut Anniversary Band in Platinum 5.48 Carat '0.30ct each'
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Anniversary eternity band with Square Emerald (Asscher) Diamonds set in Platinum 950
Category

2010s American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Georgian 15K/Sterling Silver Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
, larger stone is a rose cut diamond, which rests within an 8-prong setting, and has a carat weight of 1ct
Category

Antique 1750s Georgian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Vintage Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Ring Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A gorgeous vintage three-stone diamond ring, made in platinum. This three-stone ring features an
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 1980s Platinum Diamond Full Eternity Ring, Anniversary Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Diamond Eternity Ring Platinum Circa 1980s Discover the timeless elegance of our
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Late 20th Century English Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, Edwardian era Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Circa 1910 Behold this stunning Edwardian-era diamond
Category

Early 20th Century European Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

14K White Gold Three-Stone Natural Diamond Ring Weighing 0.95 Carat
Located in New York, NY
brilliance. Set with approximately 0.95 carats total weight of natural diamonds, each stone features a G–H
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Solid 18k White Gold Five Stone Blue Sapphire Diamond Halo Promise Band Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Five Stone Blue Sapphire Diamond Halo Promise Band Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural blue sapphire
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k Solid Yellow Gold Five Stone Round Emerald Halo Diamond Band Ring for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Five Stone Round Emerald Halo Diamond Band Ring for Her in 18K Gold featuring natural emerald of
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Ruby Diamond Vintage Style Five Stone Band Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Color: Pinkish Red Shape: Round Size: 4 - 5 mm. Number: 5 Weight: 2.50 Carat (approx.) ACCENT STONE(S
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

14k Yellow Gold over Sterling Silver 1/2 Ct Champagne Diamond 11 Stone Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
A glittering gift of truest love, this diamond anniversary band celebrates your everlasting romance
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate, 14k Gold

Ruby and Diamond Vintage Style Three Stone Ring in Solid 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
: 4 - 5 mm. Number: 3 Weight: 1.30 Carat (approx.) ACCENT STONE(S) Stone: Natural Diamond Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby and Diamond Vintage Style Three Stones Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Celebrate timeless beauty with our Natural Ruby and Diamond Vintage Style Three Stones Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Diamond Dainty V Band Ring 14k Gold Diamond Chevron Band Wedding Gift
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond weight: 0.02 Cts Approx Main Stone: Diamond Diamond Color Grade: H Diamond Color: H-I Band Width
Category

2010s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

White Gold Seven Diamond Wedding Band
Located in Greenwich, CT
This dazzling Seven Stones diamond anniversary/wedding ring with 0.85carat white round diamonds, H
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Five Stones Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Manfredi
Located in Greenwich, CT
creating an innovative band to celebrate your 5 year anniversary or just to wear with your existing rings
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Marquise Diamond Broad Diamond Band Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
. ★MATERIALS★ Stone: Diamond Shape: Marquise Carat: 1.35ct Color: H-I Clarity: SI Stone: Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Round Diamond Eternity Band Ring 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
band is a timeless symbol of commitment. Each diamond is held in a four-prong setting that offers a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Diamond in 14K Yellow Gold Band Open Bar Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
: White/Colorless Color: White Number of Diamonds: 5 Main Stone Treatment: Natural, Not Enhanced, NO
Category

2010s Indian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Twist Diamond Band Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
SGL. This triple band ring wraps the finger with two pavé diamond rows and a center beaded band
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

1.60 Ctw Cluster Diamond Ring Half-Eternity Band 14K Gold
Located in New York, NY
ctw Total Number of Stones: 17 pcs Diamond Cut: Round, Baguette, Marquise Size of Stones: 5-7pts
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Leaves Diamond Band Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
Stone: Natural Diamonds Shape: Round Carat: 0.811 ct Color: HI Clarity: SI ★THE METAL★ 14K Solid Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Multi Fancy Shape Natural Diamond 18k Gold Eternity Band Multi Shape Diamond
Located in Los Angeles, CA
& Clarity: F-G / VS-SI Total Carat Weight: 0.81ct approx. Oval Diamond: 5 stone Color & Clarity: F-G / VS
Category

2010s American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

1 Ctw Round Cut Diamond Ring Half Eternity Band 14K Gold
Located in New York, NY
(Ring Size US 6.5) Total Number of Stones: 5 pcs Diamond Cut: Round Cut Brilliant Size of Stones: 20pts
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Square and Round Diamond Alternating Eternity Band (Approx 1.6-Carats), Platinum
Located in New York, NY
cut diamonds and princess cut diamonds that encircle the band in a harmonious rhythm of sparkle and
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

c1920s Vintage Art Deco Diamond Band Sz 5.75 Platinum Braided Ring Eternity
Located in Torrance, CA
charm and would make a lovely wedding band, anniversary or stacking ring. The band (6mm - 0.23 inches
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Baguette Diamond Wedding Eternity Band Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
everyday styling. Stack it with other bands or wear it alone. A pick for birthdays, anniversaries, or
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
diamonds set edge to edge. The shared prong setting brings out the clarity of each stone while maintaining
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Vintage .20ctw Diamond Band Ring, 14k White Gold, Ring Size 8
Located in McLeansville, NC
: - diamond - single cut, 5 stones - 2.25 mm - approximately .20 carat - F-G color, VS2-SI1 clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Prong Set Baguette & Round Cut Diamond Band Ring 14K Yellow Gold 3.67Cttw
Located in New York, NY
This stunning band ring features prong set baguette cut diamonds as a center row with round
Category

2010s Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Round Brilliant and Princess Cut Diamonds Band (Approx. 1.10-Carats), White Gold
Located in New York, NY
gold, the band offers both durability and refinement. The diamonds exhibit an I-J color range with VS1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Antique 2.83 Carat Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring Circa 1930
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
display, indicating the high quality of the piece. This 5 stone diamond ring in yellow gold is a
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Bubble Diamond Band Ring With Flush Setting in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
accessories for evening events. ★MATERIALS ♥ Stone: Natural Diamond Shape: Round Carat: 0.76ct Color: H-I
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Pear Blue Sapphire Halo Diamond Eternity Band Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
or wearing solo. A thoughtful anniversary gift or a bold everyday piece. ★MATERIALS★ Stone: Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

1.20 Carat Basaltic Sapphire 1.59 Carat Diamond, 18k Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
karat yellow gold five stone ring; part of our diverse diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections
Category

Antique Early 1900s English Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Antique Old Cut Diamond 18 Carat Yellow and White Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
timeless elegance. The piece showcases 5 old cut diamonds, gently graduating in size, each set in delicate
Category

Vintage 1920s English Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Scarselli GIA-Certified Fancy Light Yellow Diamond Eternity Band 18k Yellow Gold
By SCARSELLI
Located in New York, NY
Eternity Band comprised of 13 GIA-Certified Cushion-Cut Fancy Light Yellow Diamonds on an 18 Karat
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.52ctw Ruby and Diamond Thick Band Ring, 18k White Gold, Ring Size 6.25
Located in McLeansville, NC
Make a statement with this luxurious 1.52ctw ruby and diamond thick band ring, crafted in gleaming
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.20 CT Pear Cut Diamond Open Engagement Band Ring in 18k Solid White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
For Anniversary, Natural Brilliant Cut Diamond Unique Dainty Valentine Ring For Wife"" Engagement
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Tourmaline Diamond Engagement Ring in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Weight - 0.6 cts Gemstone pcs - 1 Gemstone shape - Oval Gemstone size - 7 x 5 mm Diamond Weight - 0.04
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

14k Solid Gold Leaf Chevron Deep V Wedding Bands Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Carat Weight: 0.24 & Under Number of Gemstones: 5 Secondary Stone: Diamond Style: Statement, Band
Category

2010s Indian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

Edwardian Style 5 Stone Diamond Ring Platinum Sz 6.75 Anniversary Band Estate
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish Edwardian style 5 stone diamond ring crafted in 900 platinum. 5 old European cut diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

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5 Stone Diamond Anniversary Bands For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of 5 stone diamond anniversary bands for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 14k Gold and White Gold, these items were constructed with great care. Our selection of items includes 16 vintage examples as well as 12 contemporary versions. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 19th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of 5 stone diamond anniversary bands to choose from, but Contemporary and Modern 5 stone diamond anniversary bands are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Hearts On Fire, TJD and Van Cleef & Arpels are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A selection of round cut, brilliant cut and emerald cut can be found today on these pages. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of 5 stone diamond anniversary bands, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are 5 Stone Diamond Anniversary Bands?

On average, 5 stone diamond anniversary bands at 1stDibs sell for $1,975, while they’re typically $825 on the low end and $13,860 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

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.

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 ringsvintage 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 ringsvintage 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.