Art Deco Two-Stone Diamond Twist Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
The metal is platinum. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 1.80 Main Total Colour: G-H Clarity: VS2 Metal: Platinum Age: 1920s Size: P
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 0.45 Carat Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
This ring was made entirely by hand in the 1920s, from the cutting of the stones, to the metalworking. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Transitional Cut Carat Weight: 0.45 Colour: ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Onyx and Cloisonné Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Cloisonné: Decorative work in which enamel, cut gemstones or glass are inlaid on metal amidst silver or gold wires strip borders.
Onyx
Art Deco 1.00 Carat Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
The collets have been made in platinum to enhance the shine of the diamonds. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 1.00 Total Colour: H-I Clarity: SI1 Metal: 18ct...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 0.50ct Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.50 centre Colour: G Clarity: SI Metal: Platinum Age: 1920s Size: P
Diamond, Platinum
Victorian Diamond and Pearl Drop Pendant, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
The motif and design are typical of the era and it is beautifully handmade. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut, Rose Cut Carat Weight: 2.00 total Colour: G Clarity: VS Me...
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Silver
Edwardian Three-Stone Diamond Engagement Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
The shank is in 18 carat yellow gold with tapered shoulders. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.80 Total Colour: G Clarity: VS Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 0.30 Carat Diamond Solitaire Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
Typical of the Edwardian era, the shank is made in 18 carat yellow gold. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.30 Colour: G Clarity: VS1 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gol...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Ruby and Diamond Five-Stone Ring, circa 1910s
Located in London, GB
This ring, which dates from the 1910s, was handcrafted with a pierced platinum gallery that is set between raised and tapered shoulders atop an 18 carat yellow gold band. Gemstone: ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Two-Tone 1.06ct Diamond Dinner Ring
Located in London, GB
Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut, Rose Cut Carat Weight: 1.06 Colour: G Clarity: SI Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum Age: Edwardian, 1910s Size: M
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 0.92 Carat Diamond Pendant Necklace, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
The entire piece would have been made by hand, from the cutting of the stones, to the metal working. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.92 Colour: F Clarity: VS...
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian Illusion Set Diamond Solitaire Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
Typical of the Edwardian era the band has been made in 18 carat yellow gold. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.30 Colour: G Clarity: SI1 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gol...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Victorian 0.40 Carat Diamond Daisy Cluster Ring, circa 1900s
Located in London, GB
This sweet ring would have been made entirely by hand at the beginning of the 1900s. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.40 Colour: G-H Clarity: VS2 Metal: 18ct ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 0.56 Carat Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
It is classic in design, and dating back to 1910, is a stunning antique engagement ring. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.56 Colour: F Clarity: SI1 Metal: 18c...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
This is hand soldered to a band made of 18 carat yellow gold. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.55 Total Colour: H Clarity: VS2 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platin...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Two-Stone Twist Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
The band which has a twist design has been made in 18 carat yellow gold. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.40 Total Colour: H-I Clarity: SI Metal: 18ct Yellow Go...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
The collets have been made in platinum, whilst the shank is 18 carat yellow gold. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.80 Total Colour: G Clarity: VS2 Metal...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
The shank and cheniers have been handmade using 18 carat yellow gold, which was a firm favourite during the Edwardian era. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0....
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 0.70 Carat Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
This was typical for the era and the ring dates to approximately 1910. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.70 Colour: I Clarity: VS2 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gol...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Halo Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
The entire piece would have been handcrafted out of platinum, and is done impeccably. Gemstone: Sapphire Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.70 centre Metal: Platinum Age: 1920...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Victorian 0.85 Carat Diamond Five-Stone Ring, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
This ring was made by hand in the Victorian era, and dates specifically to the 1880s. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.85 Colour: G Clarity: VS Metal: 18ct Ye...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian Ruby and Diamond, circa 1902
Located in London, GB
All the stones are claw set and the ring is hand made. Gemstone: Ruby Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.65 Total Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold Age: 1900s Size: J
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Edwardian 1.00 Carat Total Diamond and Ruby Ring, circa 1910s
Located in London, GB
This pretty ring was made by hand in the Edwardian era, the floral design is typical of the time. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 1.00 Colour: F-G Clar...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
The band has been made from 18 carat yellow gold, a typical design of the Edwardian era. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.95 total Colour: G Clarity: VS2 Metal:...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 0.50ct Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1910s
Located in London, GB
This ring sits very low to the finger so would be ideal for anyone who likes a ring that feels very smooth and comfortable. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.50...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
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Art Deco Diamond & Blue Sapphire 3 Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very good; wear consistent with age Era: Art Deco Year: 1915-1935 Metal: 18K White Gold Center Gemstone: Diamond Carat Weight: 0.86 Cut: Old European Color: J Clarity: V...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian Five-Stone Diamond Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
The collets which hold the stones, also handmade, have been made in platinum, whilst the shank is 18 carat yellow gold. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 1.20 To...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
Typical of the period, the shank is then made in 18 carat yellow gold and is all handmade. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.90 Total Colour: H Clarity: SI...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Victorian 18k Gold Platinum GIA BURMA RED Spinel Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
It features an elegant flower cluster design set with a, GIA certified, natural spinel stone at its center. This gorgeous gemstone has an oval brilliant cut and displays the most gor...
Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
Classically of the Edwardian era, the shank is made in 18 carat yellow gold. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.57 Colour: G Clarity: SI2 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold,...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Late Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Ring, circa 1900s
Located in London, GB
These antique stones have been claw set within the open and gracefully-scrolled gallery of their original 18 carat yellow gold setting, which was handmade in the early years of the 1...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Art Deco Diamond and Ruby Cluster Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 1.38 main Colour: I Clarity: SI Metal: Platinum Age: 1920s, Art Deco Size: O
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Thomas Barker 1825 London Georgian Pair of Fruit Spoons in Gilded .925 Sterling
By Thomas Wilkes Barker
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.
Silver, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
This is a typical feature of 1920s jewellery. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.95 total Colour: H Clarity: VS Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum Age: 1920s Size: O
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Victorian Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1900s
Located in London, GB
The shoulders are engraved with a bark design and the ring is all hand made. Gemstone: Ruby Stone Shape: Emerald Cut Carat Weight: 0.35 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold Age: 1900s Size: R
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Edwardian Ruby and Diamond Five-Stone Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
This was typical of the Edwardian era. Gemstone: Ruby Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.60 Total Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum Age: 1910s Size: S 1/2
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
England 1780 Georgian Battersea Enamel Baroque Decorated Box in Gilded Bronze
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.
Bronze, Enamel
Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
The ring is all handmade; the collets are made in platinum, whilst the shoulders and shank have been crafted from 18 carat yellow gold. Gemstone: Sapphire Stone Shape: Old Cut Ca...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Boar Pendant, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
To finish off the piece wonderfully, there are small rubies for the eyes and it comes with a fitted box. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 2.80 Total Colour: F C...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 2.40ct Diamond and Sapphire Cocktail Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
It has a lovely openwork gallery, which shows a high level of period craftsmanship, and raised shoulders with cheniers, which was a popular design in rings of this era. Gemstone: Dia...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Victorian Five-Stone Diamond Ring, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
This allows for the detailing on the shank, and the claw set diamonds. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.35 Total Colour: H Clarity: SI Metal: 18ct Yellow Go...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Five-Stone Diamond Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
This is classic for the Edwardian period. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 1.05 Total Colour: G-H Clarity: SI Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum Age: 1910s S...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 1.20 Carat Five-Stone Diamond Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
This handmade ring is a beautiful example of an art deco five stone ring. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 1.20 Total Colour: H Clarity: VS2 Metal: 18ct Yellow Go...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Diamond and Ruby Cluster Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
The diamonds are all set within platinum, whilst the shank is made of 18 carat yellow gold. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Eight Cut, Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.77 main Colour: G Cl...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 0.55 Carat Diamond Three-Stone Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
The stones are rub over set in platinum, while the band is 18 carat yellow gold. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.55 Colour: H Clarity: SI Metal: 18ct Yellow ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 0.34 Carat Diamond Twin Daisy Cluster Ring, circa 1923
Located in London, GB
The 18 carat yellow gold band twists gently around the two platinum and diamond blooms. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.34 Colour: G-H Clarity: SI1 Metal: 22...
Diamond, 22k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 8.50 Carat Diamond Bracelet, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
The exquisite craftsmanship shines through, from the detailing of the gallery, to the secure clasp which is also diamond studded. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Eight Cut Carat W...
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian 1.00 Carat Three-Stone Diamond Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
The shoulders taper, which was a typical feature of the Edwardian era. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 1.00 Total Colour: G Clarity: VS1 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold,...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
The whole ring has been made from platinum. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Transitional Cut Carat Weight: 0.70 total Colour: F Clarity: VS-SI Metal: Platinum Age: 1920s Size: O 1/2
Diamond, Platinum
England 1770 Georgian Battersea Enamel Decorated Box in Sterling Silver
By Battersea
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.
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Edwardian Diamond Boat Dress Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
The gallery is studded with cheniers and has been handmade from 18 carat yellow gold. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 1.30 Total Colour: G Clarity: SI Metal:...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique 18K Rose Gold Croix à la Jeannette Pendant with Diamonds, 1750
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Details: Period: Mid-18th century, circa 1750 Origin: Normandy, France Material: 18 karat rose gold with silver accents Gemstones: 6 small old-cut diamonds Technique: Open scrol...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver, Gold
Edwardian Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
This is all made from 18 carat yellow gold. Gemstone: Ruby Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.25 Total Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum Age: 1910s Size: M
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Five-Stone Ring, circa 1890
Located in London, GB
This late nineteenth century antique ring was designed and handmade in the style of the day with a horizontal row of curving fluted claws tapering to a solid shank. Gemstone: Diamond...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Art Deco Diamond Three-Stone Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
The band the diamonds are claw set in, is rose gold and platinum which definitely adds an extra sparkle to this ring. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.50 Co...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Five-Stone Diamond Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
The shank is in 18 carat yellow gold, a typical feature of the era. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Transitional Cut Carat Weight: 0.95 total Colour: H Clarity: VS Metal: 18ct Yellow ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Late Victorian Diamond Marquise Shaped Cluster Ring, circa 1900s
Located in London, GB
The diamonds are grain set within platinum, to Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 1.20 Colour: G – H Clarity: VS Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum Age: Victoria...
Diamond, 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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