Edwardian 3.50ct Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1915
Located in London, GB
This piece is dated 1915 and showcases the best of Edwardian craftsmanship. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 3.50 Colour: G-H Clarity: VS-SI Metal: Platinum Age: ...
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian 0.45 Carat Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, circa 1910s
Located in London, GB
Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.45 Colour: F Clarity: VS Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum Age: 1910s Size: J
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Dutch 14K Gold Red Coral & Diamond Necklace, Circa 1880
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Material: Natural red coral (Corallium Rubrum), silver, 14 karat gold Gemstones: 17 old-cut diamonds Diameter coral beads: approx. 9 mm Length: 44 cm Weight: 105.13 grams Condit...
Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver, Gold
French Art Deco 0.80ct Diamond Drop Necklace, C.1920s
Located in London, GB
Perfect for those special occasions, this necklace measures 17". Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.80 Colour: H Clarity: SI1 Metal: Platinum Age: 1920s
Diamond, Platinum
Victorian Natural Pearl 1.90 Ct. Old Mine Diamond Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
A distinctive Victorian Diamond Natural pearl ring, 1890/1900 ca Hand crafted of solid 18 KT gold topped by Platinum Understated design, comprising three rows of gemstones set betwee...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 0.94ct Solitaire Diamond Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Beneath the shoulders, a simple yet elegant pattern is visible, all expertly crafted in 18ct white gold. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.94 Colour: G Clarity: ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Deco 3.00ct Three Stone Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
All three diamonds are held within platinum split claws which match the rest of the timeless setting work. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 3.00 Colour: H-I Clari...
Diamond, Platinum
Victorian 1.25 Carat Ruby and Diamond Brooch, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
Gemstone: Ruby Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 1.25 Metal: 15ct Rose Gold, Silver Age: 1880s
Diamond, Ruby, 15k Gold, Silver
Art Deco 3.70ct Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This astonishing trilogy ring dates back to the wonderful Art Deco era. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 3.70 Colour: H-I Clarity: VS-SI Certification: EDR #F2569...
Diamond, Platinum
Victorian 0.60ct Diamond Signet Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This signet ring, really shows off the Victorian essence with beautiful hand carvings decorating the side profiles. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.60 Colour...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Deco 1.37ct Diamond Halo Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
The ring has been hand crafted in platinum and a French hallmark can be seen on the outer part of the band. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 1.37 Colour: G Clar...
Diamond, Platinum
Victorian 1.60ct Tourmaline and Diamond Four Stone Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This piece has been entirely hand crafted from 18 carat yellow gold. Gemstone: Tourmaline Stone Shape: Emerald Cut Carat Weight: 1.80 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold Age: 1880s Size: Q
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
$3,352 / item
Victorian Diamond Snake Ring, C.1918
Located in London, GB
Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.38 Colour: G Clarity: VS Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold Age: 1910s Size: P
Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Deco 12.60 Ct. Moonstone Diamond Long Drop earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
. – average) large and clear gemstones – 2 round cabochon cut at the top side totaling approx 1.40 Ct (6.2 mm in diameter – average) clear and bright and full of life Diamonds are ol...
Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold
Edwardian Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
It's beautiful antique setting includes four .01 carat diamonds accents that further complement the colorful hand cut ruby gemstones, .45 carats total weight. With English hallmarks,...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian 3.10ct Five Stone Diamond Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
The band has been made in 18ct yellow gold, representing the Edwardian era. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 3.10 Colour: G-H Clarity: VS-SI Metal: 18ct Yellow...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 1.65 Carat Diamond and Onyx Drop Pendant Necklace, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
It has been expertly rub over set and haloed by deep black onyx gemstones. The onyx totals a weight of 0.30 carat, all the stones have been hand cut to perfectly fit this necklace.
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Victorian Diamond, Sapphire and Ruby Ring, circa 1890s
Located in London, GB
The entire ring would have been made by hand in the 1890s. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.15 Colour: G Clarity: VS Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold Age: 1890s Size: M ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Art Deco 1.20ct Diamond Two Stone Twist Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This graceful ring was made in the 1920s. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 1.20 Colour: G Clarity: VS1 Metal: 18ct White Gold, Platinum Age: 1920s Size: M
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Victorian 0.50ct Diamond Cluster Cocktail Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This piece is a truly unique cocktail ring from the 1880s. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.50 Colour: G Clarity: SI1 Metal: 15ct Rose Gold, Silver Age: 1880s S...
Diamond, 15k Gold, Silver
Victorian Diamond, Demantoid Garnet, Ruby and Pearl Bug Brooch, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
The handcrafted fly is a collection of gemstones including a total of 0.55 carat's of old and rose cut diamonds.
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, 15k Gold, Silver
Late Victorian 0.70ct Garnet and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1903
Located in London, GB
This special ring is hallmarked to the year 1903. Gemstone: Garnet Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.70 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold Age: 1900s Size: N
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Austro-Hungarian Turquoise and Garnet Enamel Large Cross Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This large 1860's Austro-Hungarian antique cross pendant is set with many turquoise and garnet gemstones. The four cabochon cut garnet stones on front of the cross are all set in rai...
Garnet, Turquoise, Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal
Edwardian 0.60 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1910s
Located in London, GB
The open pattern setting of the diamonds is uniquely beautiful. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.60 Colour: G Clarity: VS2 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum A...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 6.60ct Diamond Earrings, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
The backs of the earrings are made from 18 carat yellow gold. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 6.60 Colour: I-J Clarity: VS1 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum Age...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Victorian 0.50ct Sapphire and Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
The band shank and claws are all hand crafted from 18 carat yellow gold, beautifully highlighting the deep blue sapphire. Gemstone: Sapphire Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.50 M...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 3.30 Carat Diamond and Onyx Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
The ring is finished with mille-grain edging which will have been hand crafted. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 3.30 Colour: J Clarity: VS1 Metal: Platinum Age: ...
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Art Deco 1.00 Carat Diamond Two-Stone Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful, art deco way to showcase two old cut diamonds. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: x2 0.50 Colour: G-H Clarity: VS Metal: 18ct White Gold Age:...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian 0.15 Carat Sapphire, Pearl and Diamond Bug Brooch, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
The little bug is made of silver and 15 carat rose gold, a popular combination of metals from that time. Gemstone: Sapphire Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.15 Metal: 15ct Rose...
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 15k Gold, Silver
Victorian 0.78 Carat Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
The setting is made of 18 carat rose gold and silver, a combination of metals common in the Victorian era. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.78 Colour: I Clari...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Victorian 0.65ct Sapphire and Diamond Daisy Cluster Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
The Sapphire itself is also firmly claw set in 18 carat yellow gold. Gemstone: Sapphire Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.65 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Silver Age: 1880s Size: M
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Art Deco Diamond Bowtie Pattern Ring
Located in London, GB
This is truly a one of a kind art deco ring. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Baguette Cut, Old Cut Carat Weight: 1.06 Colour: F Clarity: VS Metal: Platinum Age: 1920s Size: K
Diamond, Platinum
Victorian 0.50ct Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This 1880s engagement ring is a classic. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.50 Colour: G Clarity: VS2 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold Age: 1880s Size: M
Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian 0.50ct Emerald, Ruby and Diamond Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This ring would have been created entirely by hand in the 1880s. Gemstone: Emerald Stone Shape: Emerald Cut Carat Weight: 0.50 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold Age: 1880s Size: M 1/2
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Edwardian Old Mine Diamond Navette Pendant Necklace
Located in beverly hills, CA
This pendant is in pristine condition, showcasing its well-preserved beauty. Gemstones: Old mine cut diamonds: Seven near-colorless diamonds Total Diamond Weight: Approximately 1.05...
Diamond, White Gold
Edwardian 0.51 Carat Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, circa 1910s
Located in London, GB
This ring would have been made entirely by hand in the 1910s. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.51 Colour: G Clarity: SI2 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum Age...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 0.52 Carat Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, circa 1910s
Located in London, GB
This ring would have been made by hand in the 1910s. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.52 Colour: H Clarity: VS1 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum Age: 1910s S...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Ruby and Diamond Five-Stone Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
The ring is Edwardian, dating to approximately 1910. Gemstone: Ruby Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 1.00 Total Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum Age: 1910s Size: M 1/2
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 0.61 Carat Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
This 1920s engagement ring is timeless. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.61 Colour: I Clarity: SI1 Metal: 18ct White Gold, Platinum Age: 1920s Size: O
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 0.67 Carat Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
This ring was entirely hand made in the 1920s. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.67 Colour: G Clarity: VS1 Metal: Platinum Age: 1920s Size: N
Diamond, Platinum
English Georgian 1780 Ring in 14 Kt Gold and Silver with Diamonds and Turquoise
Located in Miami, FL
Some of our collection of Georgian gemstone rings. Popular cuts for diamonds included 'rose cut', 'old mine cut' and 'table cut.
Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Edwardian Two Diamond Bow Shaped Dress Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
The ring is hand made and has a shank made form 18 carat yellow gold. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.30 Main Total Colour: H Clarity: SI Metal: 18ct Yellow Go...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 0.50 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
The ring is made in 18 carat white gold. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.50 Colour: I Clarity: SI2 Metal: 18ct White Gold Age: 1920s Size: M
Diamond, 18k Gold
Signed Edwardian 15K Yellow Gold & Sapphire Flower Brooch or Bar Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The flower is set with a small round cut sapphire gemstone. Marked to the reverse for the maker F.B. and with English gold hallmarks.
Sapphire, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,200Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Large Cloisonné Enamel Double Gourd Bottle Vases Late Qing Dynasty
Located in Islamabad, PK
In recent centuries, vitreous enamel has been used, but inlays of cut gemstones, glass and other materials were also used during older periods.
Metal, Enamel
Victorian Ruby and Diamond Five-Stone Ring, circa 1900s
Located in London, GB
Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.65 Colour: H Clarity: VS2 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold Age: 1880s Size: Q
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18ct yellow gold Victorian brooch - Large and heavy foiled back diamond heirloom
Located in Antwerp, BE
Width: 3,65 cm (4,25 cm with pin ) Hight: 7,45 cm Thickness : 1,85 cm Total weight: 18 grams Condition : Very Good - Antique Material : 18K gold Gemstones : 21 rose cut diamonds ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian 1.28 Carat Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, circa 1910s
Located in London, GB
This really is a gorgeous engagement ring, its classic style has stood the test of time. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 1.28 Colour: I Clarity: SI2 Metal: 18c...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
750 Gram Attractive Aquamarine Specimen With Attach with Feldspar From Pakistan
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
This makes it a great gemstone to be cut and polished in larger carats for bold statement jewelry pieces.
Rock Crystal
Art Deco Three-Stone Diamond Engagement Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
Excellently matched, the diamonds are each H in colour and VS2 in clarity. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 1.20 Total Colour: H Clarity: VS2 Metal: Plati...
Diamond, Platinum
2446 Gram Huge Forest Green Malachite Crystal From Shilu Mine, Guangdong, China
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
The vivid green color, bright polished luster, banding and eyes of malachite make it very popular as a gemstone. It is cut into cabochons, used to produce beads, sliced into inlay ma...
Rock Crystal
Large Natural Silky or Fibrous Malachite Specimen
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
The vivid green colour, bright polished lustre, banding and eyes of malachite make it very popular as a gemstone. It is cut into polished decorative ornaments, used to produce beads,...
Malachite
Edwardian 0.35 Carat Diamond Three-Stone Cluster Ring, circa 1910s
Located in London, GB
The band is made of 18 carat yellow gold, and the entire ring would have been made by hand in the 1910s. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.35 Colour: H Clarity...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 0.30 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Three-Stone Ring, circa 1910s
Located in London, GB
The use of these two metals was very popular in the Edwardian period. Gemstone: Sapphire Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.30 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum Age: 1910s Size: K
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 1.04 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
This is a classic art deco engagement ring, and a timeless design. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 1.04 Colour: H Clarity: SI1 Metal: 18ct White Gold, Platinum...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Victorian 0.70 Carat Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
This combination of the two metals is characteristic of the Victorian era. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.70 Colour: G Clarity: VS-SI Metal: 18ct Yellow Gol...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 5.50ct Diamond and Pearl Necklace and Brooch, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
A unique addition to this necklace is the inclusion of a brooch back giving you the option to remove the chain and wear it solely as a brooch. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut ...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
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.
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