Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Cairo, EG
topped in silver prongs and gold ring setting in open work style ring dates back to europe 1880/1900.c
Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Cairo, EG
topped in silver prongs and gold ring setting in open work style ring dates back to europe 1880/1900.c
Antique Rose Cut Diamond Russian Gold Ring
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique 14k gold ring centered with rose cut diamonds in detailed workmanship ring setting ring was
Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond Gold Solitair Ring
Located in Cairo, EG
detailed workmanship ring setting ring was made during the imperial russian era hall marked 56 imperial
Antique Carnelian Intaglio Gold Ring
Located in Milano, MI
Antique carnelian intaglio gold (18ct) ring. Setting finely hand made and carnelian intaglio
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Cairo, EG
in detailed work on ring setting and total gold weight 2.30 grams
Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond Gold Band Ring
Located in Cairo, EG
carats H colour vs cleariry in detailed work on ring setting hall marked 56 imperial russian gold
Antique Rose Cut Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Cairo, EG
a larger rose cut diamond flanked with smaller rose cut diamonds in detailed work on ring setting
Antique, Royal Gold Ring with Rose Cut Trillion Diamond, Rubies and Ornaments
Located in Berlin, DE
the ring setting is intricately ornate. PLEASE ask for the correct ring size! Including certificate
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby
Art Deco Onyx Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
horizontal bands of onyx. The ring's setting is platinum, a material widely used and appreciated in the early
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Late Victorian Sapphire and Rose Cut Diamond Ring, circa 1900s
Located in London, GB
early 1900s, the ring’s setting features a fluted gallery and hand-carved shoulders, which are
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique Carnelian Intaglio Ring, Louis VIII
Located in New York, NY
seal of a Louis VIII profile within a gold bezel and an Arts and Crafts sterling silver ring setting
Carnelian, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Peacock GIA Certified 1.83 Carat Old Euro Diamond Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
8 Old European cut diamonds in its original 18k yellow gold cluster ring setting. This ring captures
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Owl Drachm Ring in 22k & sterling silver
Located in Atlanta, GA
will accompany this coin. This is an artisan made custom ring setting for an ancient coin - it is
22k Gold, Sterling Silver
$6,800Sale Price|20% Off
Antique 5.63 Carat Ruby Diamond 18K Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
of F, adding a brilliant white contrast. Crafted in 18k gold, the ring's setting enhances the
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Britta Size 7 14k Yellow Gold Wrap Ring with 1.00 ctw Natural Diamonds
Located in Greeneville, TN
Romantic, radiant, and refined — the Britta ring brings vintage charm into a bold, modern
Diamond, Yellow Gold
5.11ct. Diamond Engagement Ring, Antique Style Setting
Located in Sausalito, CA
Lady's Edwardian style diamond engagement ring consisting of: 46 single cut diamonds approximately
Emerald Invisible Setting Ring in 14kt Gold
By Estaa
Located in Mumbai, IN
Total wt-10.170gm, Gold 14KT-7.642gm, Emerald-1/7.68cts, Emerald-80/4.86cts
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold
Emerald Invisible Setting Ring in 14kt Gold
By Estaa
Located in Mumbai, IN
Total wt-11.230gm, Gold 14KT-9.166gm, Natural Diamonds-1/1.45cts, Emerald-77/8.87cts
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold
Emerald Invisible Setting Ring in 14kt Gold
By Estaa
Located in Mumbai, IN
Total wt-13.310gm, Gold 14KT-11.864gm, Natural Diamonds-1/1.35cts, Natural Diamonds Round-34/0.21cts, Emerald-77/5.67cts
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold
IGI Certified Antique Aquamarine and Diamonds Ring Yellow Gold and Silver
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
sophistication. The use of 18kt yellow gold in the ring's setting adds warmth and richness to the overall design
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
GIA .65 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow White Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
original Platinum 1940’s engagement ring setting. Accented with a halo of 14 single cut diamonds. Sits
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
1890s Victorian .91 Carat Diamond Gold Buttercup Setting Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Buttercup Setting with Bead Work along the Shank. Item Details: Ring Size: 8.25 Metal Type: 14 Karat
White Diamond, 14k Gold
Art Deco 14K White Gold Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Venice, CA
side, the ring’s setting is lacy and feminine. A simple, clean classic diamond ring that makes a
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Banded Agate and Yellow Gold Intaglio Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
signet ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold. The substantial antique ring setting (circa 1880
Agate, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond and Yellow Gold Platinum Set Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
stone diamond twist ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with a platinum setting. The pierced
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Victorian 3.71 Carat Garnet and 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The Victorian ring setting displays a collet set 3.71ct oval
Garnet, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 3.84 Carat Garnet and 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Victorian garnet ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The Victorian ring setting displays a claw set
Garnet, Yellow Gold
20th Century Star Setting Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Bangle Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
ring is vivid and the setting thick. Specialized in antique and creation jewelry since 1975, we
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique George III Hardstone and 18k Yellow Gold Intaglio Ring (1811)
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
yellow gold. The substantial antique gold ring setting displays a stunning oval hardstone, ornamented
Yellow Gold
Antique 0.68 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
has been crafted in platinum. The pierced decorated ring setting is ornamented with a stunning 0.42ct
Diamond, Platinum
Setting Gold And Silver Single 3ct Old Cut Diamond Stone Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Italian gold and silver single stone ring, set with an old european cut diamond weighing
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Gold
Victorian Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Star Setting Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
lovely sparkle and set in a star setting. Fully hallmarked Birmingham 1876. Ring Size: Q or 8 Band
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Bloodstone and 0.15 Carat Diamond 14k White Gold Ring Circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Edwardian ring has been crafted in 14k white gold. The ring setting is embellished with an impressive
Diamond, White Gold
Edwardian Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Star Setting Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
ring is 21pts. Hallmarked Chester 1905. Ring Size: N 1/2 or 7 Band Width: 8mm Height Off Finger: 2mm
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 1.75 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
engagement ring has been crafted in platinum. The pierced decorated ring setting is ornamented with a
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1.02 Carat Diamond and Pearl Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
antique pearl and diamond cocktail ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with platinum settings. The
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Star Setting Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous 18ct gold band holds three diamonds. The diamond total of this ring is 17 pts. The
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Star Setting Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous 18ct gold band holds three diamonds. The diamond total of this ring is 9pts. The
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Edwardian 18K Gold Hand-Hammered Rubover Setting Old European Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Venice, CA
This Edwardian ring has all of the elements that are most often desired in today’s quest for the
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Pearl and 0.76 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Target Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
pearl ring has been crafted in 18k white gold. The pierced decorated circular target ring setting
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
Edwardian Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Three-Stone Star Setting Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
either side of this stone measure 5pts each. Ring Size: T or 9 1/2 Band Width: 6mm Weight: 2.8g
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Edwardian Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Three-Stone Star Setting Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
either side of this stone measure 4pts each. Hallmarked Birmingham 1900. Ring Size: J 1/2 or 5 Band
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Victorian Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Star Setting Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
either side of this stone measure 7pts each. Ring Size: Q or 8 Band Width: 6.5mm Weight: 3.6g
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
1920s Art Deco Diamond and White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
been crafted in 14k white gold. The pierced decorated Art Deco ring setting is ornamented with an
Diamond, White Gold
Antique 1.63 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Floral Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diamond cluster ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with a platinum setting. The millegrain
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian 7 Diamond Cluster Ring with Scalloped Setting in 14k White Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
A show-stopping antique 14K white gold diamond cluster ring. The piece features 7 old European cut
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 1.43ct Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
scalloped border. The impressive finely detailed antique diamond ring setting amalgamates into the ring
Diamond, Platinum
Sade 14k Yellow Gold Ruby Ring Single Stone Ruby Simple Setting, Size 7.5
Located in Greeneville, TN
single, radiant ruby in a simple yet sophisticated setting, this ring is perfect for those who value
Ruby, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Three-Stone Star Setting Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
of this stone measure 8pts each. Hallmarked Chester 1916. Ring Size: O or 7 1/4 Band Width: 8mm
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Art Deco Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Three Stone Star Setting Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
18 carat gold band set with rubies and diamonds. Hallmarked Birmingham. Ring Size: N or 6 3/4
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
1920s 1.15 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Cocktail Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
antique diamond cocktail ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with a 9k white gold setting. The
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 16.60 Carat High Zircon and Diamond Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
setting and blending seamlessly with the ring shank. The engagement ring is hallmarked to the interior of
Diamond, Zircon, Platinum
Victorian Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Five Stone Star Setting Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
have a lovely sparkle and set in a star settings. Ring Size: U 1/2 or 10 1/4 Band Width: 6mm Height
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Art Deco 18 Carat Gold and Platinum Solitaire Diamond Ring in Rub-Over Setting
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous art deco solitaire diamond ring is timeless. A gorgeous old European cut diamond is
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Victorian Engagement Ring 14k Gold Silver Old Mine Cut Diamond
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
gem’s natural glow. The ring’s setting with split shoulders is an authentic 19th-century craftsmanship
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver, 14k Gold
Antique 18ct Onyx Oval Shaped Diamond Ring Halo Setting Rose Gold Band Cage Work
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Onyx Ring 18ct White & Rose Gold Stamped Circa 1920’s Lovely, oval shaped ring
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1920s French 2.10 Carat Diamond and 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
crafted in 18k white gold with a platinum setting. The pierced decorated Art Deco ring setting is
Diamond, White Gold
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
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