$1,233Sale Price / item|30% Off
14k gold ring with pink sapphire. Marquise sapphire ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Marquise cut sapphire, 8.3x4.2 mm - 0.75 ct, transparent,pink color 2. 20 side round cut sapphires - 0.025x20 - 0.50 ct total, green color, transparent Diamonds: round brilliant sha...
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold
Twin Marquise Pink Diamond Ring Accented with Pink and White Round Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
A stunning Twin Marquise Pink Diamond Ring accented with Pink and White Round Diamonds.
Pink Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique Old Cut Marquise Diamond Pink Sapphire Navette 18KYG Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Exquisite vintage 18 karat yellow gold navette ring featuring a dramatic elongated design centered with two old cut marquise diamonds totaling approximately 1.00 carat, graded approx...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Pink Gold .25ct Marquise Cut Diamond Ring
Located in רמת גן, IL
Elevate your style with our exquisite 18k pink gold Marquise Cut Diamond Ring, a true embodiment of timeless beauty and sophistication.
Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold
$4,880Sale Price|20% Off
Blushing Elegance: 18K White Gold Pink Marquise Natural Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the exquisite "Blushing Elegance" 18K White Gold Pink Marquise Natural Diamond Ring. At its heart lies a captivating pink center stone, radiating delicate charm and sophi...
White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.66ct Pink Marquise Lab Diamond Baguette Halo Ring 14K Rose Gold Wedding Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
14K solid rose gold ring. Fancy pink lab marquise-cut diamond centre — bezel-style rose gold surround, north-south orientation.
Diamond, Pink Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
1.32 Carat Marquise Cut Pink Sapphire Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with a Marquise cut Pink Sapphire weighing 1.32 carat, surrounded by Pear-Shaped and Marquise cut Diamonds weighing a total of 1.15 carat. Size 6 1/2, resi...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique 1920s Art Deco Pink Tourmaline Marquise Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Good, minor abrasions to tourmaline Era: Art Deco Year: 1915-1935 Metal: Platinum Center Gemstone: Pink Tourmaline Carat Weight: 1.25 Cut: Marquise Color: Reddish Pink Pu...
Tourmaline, Platinum
Contemporary 0.50 Marquise Diamond Pink Diamond 14 Karat Gold Platinum Ring
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This elegant engagement ring features a marquise cut center stone with thw established weight of 0.5 carats surrounded by pink diamonds set in 14 karat yellow gold.
Pink Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.01 Carat Marquise Shaped Pink Diamond Ring
By GEMME
Located in New York, NY
Marquise shaped Diamond weighing 1.01 Carats with GIA certificate stating the diamond is Fancy Deep Orangy Pink. Very unique color. Flanked by Marquise shaped white Diamonds weighin...
Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Pink Enamel Diamond 14 Karat Gold Marquise Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring has been meticulously crafted from 14-karat rose gold and set with .38 carats of sparkling diamonds. Available in Turquoise, White and Black enamel. The ring is a size 7 ...
Diamond, Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold
Marquise Shape Pink Sapphire & Diamonds Butterfly Sweet 18K Yellow Gold Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 3.50x2.60x3.20cm Color: 18K Yellow Gold Materials: "58 Fancy Diamonds 3.63 CT 1 MAPS 0.88 CT 18KY 7.72 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Animal & Fantasy...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Roman Malakov 4.91 Carats Marquise Cut Turquoise & Pink Diamond Fashion Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A stylish fashion ring, featuring a 4.91 carats marquise cut natural turquoise surrounded by a halo of round cut natural pink diamonds weighing 1.04 carats total.
Pink Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold
1.75 Carat Pink & Yellow Marquise Diamond Platinum & 18K Gold Bypass Ring
Located in Miami, FL
1.75 Carat Fancy Pink and Yellow Marquise Cut and Round Brilliant Cut Diamond in Platinum and 18K Yellow Gold Bypass Ring.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Ye...
0.58 Carat Marquise cut Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in London, England
This splendid ring features a 0.58 Carat Marquise cut Pink Sapphire held in a claw setting at its centre.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, White Gold
Light Pink Marquise Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This diamond ring feature 0.94 carat of marquise light pink diamond.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1.5ct Marquise Pink Sapphire & Diamond Halo Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
This radiant cocktail engagement ring features an approx. 1.5ct natural marquise-cut pink sapphire, celebrated for its enchanting rosy hue and graceful silhouette.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2ct Natural Marquise-Cut Pink Sapphire & Diamond Art Deco Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Where Vintage Glamour Meets Modern Brilliance Command attention with a masterpiece of bold femininity and intricate design — this Art Deco-inspired statement ring showcases an extra...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Exquisite 2.52 ct Natural Pink & Yellow Diamond Marquise Ring in 18k White Gold
By Hakimi's Gem
Located in Chicago, IL
Elevate your collection with this stunning 2.52 ct diamond ring, featuring a rare and exquisite combination of natural pink and natural yellow marquise-shaped diamonds.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold
Pink Topaz and Diamond Marquise Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Centering a captivating Pink Topaz, weighing an impressive 20.57 carats, radiating a subtle and charming pink hue that is truly enchanting.
Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold
$352Sale Price / item|20% Off
Dainty Marquise Cut Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring 14k Solid Rose Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Dainty Marquise Cut Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 14K Gold featuring natural sapphire of 0.25 carats and diamonds of 0.056 carats.
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
18K Rose Gold Marquise Cut Pink and White Diamond Tear Drop Dome Ring
Located in New York, NY
This 18K rose gold tear-drop dome ring features marquise-cut pink diamonds totaling 1.15 carats in a clustered design.
Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
GIA certified Marquise cut White Diamond and Pink Diamond 18K Gold Ring
By HYT Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This White and Argyle Pink diamond ring combines timeless elegance with romantic flair.
White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Natural Yellow Pink Marquise Diamond Bypass Ring in 18k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
★ MATERIALS ★ Stone: Natural Diamond Shape: Marquise Carat: 0.56 ct Clarity: VS Color: Light Yellow Stone: Natural Diamond Shape: Round Carat: 0.36 ct Clarity: VS Color: Fan...
Pink Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gol...
18K Two Tone Marquise Cut Pink, Yellow and White Diamond Flower Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elegant yet playful, this ring brings a subtle pop of color and texture to any stack. 18K Two Tone Marquise Cut Pink, Yellow and White Diamond Flower Band Ring Condition: In good co...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yello...
GIA Certified Marquise Natural White Diamond and Pink Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A captivating GIA Certified Marquise-Shaped White Diamond and Pink Diamond Ring handcrafted in 18K Gold.
White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Retro Pink Sapphire and Diamond Vintage Marquise Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Addison, TX
A retro ring is always the perfect accessory. This bright pink marquise sapphire is accented with a starburst of brilliant round diamonds.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro Pink Sapphire and Diamond Vintage Marquise Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Addison, TX
A retro ring is always the perfect accessory. This bright pink marquise sapphire is accented with a starburst of brilliant round diamonds.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18ct Gold & Platinum, Edwardian Pink Tourmaline and Diamond Marquise Shaped Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Edwadian Marquise Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum French Stamped Circa 1910 This exquisite ring features a striking marquise-cut pink tourmaline at its centre, beautifully framed b...
Tourmaline, Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold, Gold
$2,200Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Platinum GIA Oval Pink Sapphire w/ Marquise & Baguette Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Oval Cut - Multi Prong Set - Nice Purplish Pink Color - Heated - Ceylon - 1.19ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete ...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Marquise Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphire and Brown Diamond Ring in 18K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Pink Sapphire 1.61 carats with Blue Sapphire 1.63 carats and Brown Diamond 1.28 carats Ring set in 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings Width: 1.6 cm Length: 2.6 cm Ring Size: 50 "Since we...
Brown Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Yellow Gold Pink Tourmaline Five-Stone Dome Ring - 14k Marquise 1.50ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 1 size for $40 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Pink Tourmaline Carat(s): 1.50ctw Cut: Marquise Total Ca...
Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified Vivid Pink Marquise Diamond
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Featuring one of the rarest shapes, combined with the rarest color satur...
Pink Diamond
Marquise Shape Pink Tourmaline 14ktYellow Gold and Sterling Silver Ring Size 7
Located in Oslo, 03
5x19mm marquise shape pink tourmaline is set in 14kt yellow gold.
Tourmaline, Sterling Silver, Gold, 14k Gold
Fancy Purple Pink Diamond Ring with Marquise and Pear Shape Stones
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
1.28 CT fancy purple pink diamond SI1 clarity in the center surrounded by 3.50 ct of marquise and pear shape stones
Pink Diamond, White Gold
Chic Marquise Pink Sapphire 14K (18K Custom) Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Add a touch of elegance to your collection with the Chic Marquise Pink Sapphire 14K (18K Custom) Gold Ring.
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Marquise Cut Pink Sapphire and Diamond in 14k Rose Gold Retro Style Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Marquise cut natural pink Sapphire adorned with natural white diamond side-stones.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Rose Gold
3.16 Carat Marquise Pink Tourmaline and Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful tourmaline and diamond ring features a sparkling 3.16 carat marquise-shaped pink tourmaline set with diamond baguettes in 18k white gold.
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Fancy Intense Purplish Pink Marquise Diamond Halo Ring in Plat/18K Rose Gold
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Command attention with this sophisticated masterpiece, featuring an intense purplish pink diamond framed by a dramatic double halo of diamonds for maximum fire and brilliance. The c...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Marquise Amethyst Ring in 18kt Rose Gold with Pink Sapphires and Diamonds Halo
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
An exceptional ring made of 18Kt gold, with an Marquise amethyst stone, surrounded by pink sapphires and a diamonds halo.
Amethyst, Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
$1,356Sale Price|28% Off
Rainbow Sapphire Marquise Ring 14k Gold
Located in Rutherford, NJ
Stone : Yellow, Orange, Red, Blue, Pink and Green Sapphire Type : Natural Ring Weight- 3.34 gms Shape : Marquise Size : 6x3 mm Weight : 5.14 Carats Ring Size : US 6.5 Metal : Rose Go...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire,...
$80,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified NO HEAT BURMA Pink Sapphire Marquise Round Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
BURMESE PINK SAPPHIRE RING WITH 12 MARQUISE DIAMONDS and 1 carat of round brilliant cut diamonds pave set in solid platinum More beautiful than a classic ring, this ring features 12...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Marquise Shape Red Pink Ruby Floral Flower 14K Rose Gold Cocktail Diamonds Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
A floral symphony in gold, diamonds and rubies. This striking ring features a captivating floral design. Marquise-cut rubies form the petals, each surrounded by a delicate halo of sp...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
GIA Certified Pink Conch Pearl and Marquise Diamond Cluster Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A beautiful engagement ring made in white gold with conch pearl, high quality marquise diamonds and round diamonds.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 4.00 Carat Fancy Light Pink Marquise Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located in the Iconic Gem Tower/Gia Building in New York's Diamond District. This item has been appraised by the exp...
Diamond
2.01 Carat Marquise Brilliant Statement pink diamond ring Modern Nobility
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 2.01 carats, round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. A serious diamond ring with disciplined selection—meant to read clean at normal viewing distance. Colour fam...
Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold 0.55 Ct Marquise Pink Sapphire & 0.19 Carat Diamond Band Ring
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K white gold band with diamonds weighing 0.19 carat total and pink sapphires weighing 0.55 carat total. Finger size is 6 and can be sized up or down by up to 2 sizes.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Pink Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A lovely 2.40 carat pink sapphire takes center stage of this platinum made ring.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.01Ct Marquise Diamond, Natural, Very Light Pink
Located in San Diego, CA
This is a beautiful and simple ring set with a 1.01Ct Natural Very Light Pink Diamond accented by 2 Natural Yellow Triangle Shape Diamonds. The yellow hue very nicely enhances the de...
Diamond, Platinum
Oval Pink Ruby Marquise Natural Diamond Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
All our jewelry pieces are certified by a third-party laboratory such as IGI, HRD, IDGL, GIN, or SGL. This three stone ring features an oval pink ruby set at the center in a secure ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,720Sale Price / item|20% Off
Oval Pink Morganite with Marquise Diamonds and Round Diamonds Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Alternating round and marquise diamond with an oval pink morganite create an alluring pattern across the top of this elegant and distinctive ring.
Diamond, Morganite, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,500 / item
The Lilac Pink Sapphire And Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Fatih, 34
The Lilac Pink Sapphire And Diamond Engagement Ring This item is made by order, please let us now your desired gold colored and ring size Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold
Tiffany Diamond and Pink Sapphire Wedding Band. Marquise Diamond Eternity Band
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stone: Diamonds Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 0.20-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Brilliant Cut Secondary Stone: Pink Sapphire Secondary Stone Weight: Approx. 0.40-Carats Secondar...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Fancy Intense Pink Purple Diamond 18K Gold Ring
Located in Geneva, CH
Fancy Intense Pink Purple Natural Diamond 0.32 carat Marquise cut.
Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold
GIA Certified Natural Light Yellow Marquise Diamond 3.51 Carat TW Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful GIA certified diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K rose and white gold setting with a natural marquise yellow diamond surrounded by natural round pink di...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Ro...
Fancy Intense Pink Purple Diamond 18K Gold Ring
Located in Geneva, CH
Fancy Intense Pink Purple Natural Diamond 0.32 carat Marquise cut.
Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold
$75,755Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 6.02 Carat Marquise Shape Fancy Light Yellow Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
Details: GIA Certified Fancy Light Yellow, VS2, 6.02 ct. Marquise shape diamond centerstone Fancy Pink brilliant-cut diamonds, Argyle Australia: 0.795 ct.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow 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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