Edwardian 18ct White Gold, Sapphire & Diamond Duchess / Tiara Ring
Located in London, England
This is an exceptional example of an Edwardian tiara ring in the manner of Chaumet. These tiara rings are sometimes known as Belle Epoque antique Duchess rings.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Platinum Tiara Ring, 1ct Marquise Ruby, 0.70ct Diamonds
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This enchanting Art Deco tiara ring is a beautifully romantic 1920’s design, centered by a marquise cut ruby weighing approximately 1.00 carat.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold, 1930s Natural Diamond Tiara Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Tiara Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Circa 1930s A striking original 1930s diamond ring, beautifully crafted in rich 18ct gold and showcasing an elegant Art Deco-inspired design.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian 14 Karat Gold TW 1.55 Carat Old Cut Diamond Tiara Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is an Edwardian tiara ring. It is crafted in 14K gold. Circa 1910.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
1.25 Carat Basaltic Sapphire and 1.48 Carat Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Tiara Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The sapphire and diamond tiara ring in gold combines regal symbolism with refined gemstone contrast.
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Silver
Art Nouveau 2.25 Ct Solid Australian Opal Diamond Tiara Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
1895 The New Art was born in Paris Art Nouveau jewellery was a short-lived period of design that focused on women and nature and was worn by only select members of society It only la...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Unique old "tiara" ring with sapphire and diamonds, early 20th century.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Origin: Western Europe, early 20th century. Tiara-style ring with a majestic 0.80ct marquise-cut sapphire and 12 old brilliant-cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.40ct.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Belle Epoque Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring 18 Karat Gold Engagement Crown Tiara
Located in New York, NY
This is an extraordinary antique Belle Epoque Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring in a stunning and very rare Crown or Tiara motif of great beauty.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Tiara Ring .86 ctw
Located in Joelton, TN
A Belle Époque Pear and Round Rose Cut Diamond Tiara Ring in 14ct Yellow Gold Unlock the charm of a bygone era with our enchanting tiara ring, a delicate testament to the late 19th ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
New Orleans Fleur de Lis Black and White Diamond Tiara Ring
Located in METAIRIE, LA
Constructed of a Sterling Silver top section & 14KT Yellow Gold base, this period Antique New Orleans Fleur de Lis Tiara style ring features a central 1.80 carat Pear cut Natural Bla...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Unavailable
Platinum Ruby Tiara Eternity Band
Located in METAIRIE, LA
In a Finger Size 6 7/8, to be sized upon request. Video of ring available at request as well. We offer an impeccable presentation, as well as detailed gift-wrap of your choice, wit...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Belle Époque Emerald and Diamond Tiara Ring
Located in London, GB
It has been exceptionally made and although the band is 18ct yellow gold the stones are set in silver. Tiara rings are notoriously difficult to attain, so we very pleased to have th...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Victorian Horseshoe Tiara Ring Rose Cut Diamonds 18 Karat Gold
Located in Fairfield, CT
Victorian Horseshoe Tiara Ring Rose Cut Diamonds 18 Karat Gold The Victorian Double Horseshoe Tiara Ring, crafted in the 1860s, is a remarkable testament to the artistry of the era.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Belle Époque French Ruby and Diamond 14k Rose Gold Tiara Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Belle Époque French Ruby and Diamond 14k Rose Gold Tiara Ring. Featuring one pear cut ruby weighing approximately 0.45 carat.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Edwardian Sapphire Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Tiara Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a modified brilliant cut sapphire weighing approximately 0.34 carats total - transparent medium blue Set with yellow gold bezel with a pierced platinum-topped tiara-like ga...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian 14K Yellow Gold and Platinum 1.75 Carat Diamond Tiara Ring
Located in Cape May, NJ
Era: Edwardian Estate Composition: 14K Yellow Gold & Platinum Primary Stones: Three Pear and Twenty-Six Old European Cut Diamonds Total Carat Weight: Approximately 1.75 Carats Color/...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Victorian Rosy Yellow Gold GIA 1.31ct Old Pear Cut Diamond Tiara Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old Pear Cut - Prong Set - Very Nice Color in Person - Q/R Color - SI1 Clarity - 1.31ct (exact - certified) ** See Certification Details B...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian 1.48 Carat GIA Old European Cut Diamond Tiara Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early Edwardian era 1.48 Carat Old European Cut Diamond "Tiara" Engagement Ring composed of 14k gold and platinum.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Suffragette Ring
Located in New Orleans, LA
Designed in the dramatic up-finger style, popularly known as “tiara” style, the ring features a 1.60-carat peridot, a 1.15-carat amethyst and a 1.20-carat diamond arranged in the ico...
Amethyst, Diamond, Peridot, White Gold
Antique Amethyst Gold Bishop Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
The 18Kt chased setting decorated with puttis holding religious symbols cups and tiara The ring has been made during the Pope Leone XIII (Gioacchino Pecci) 1878-1903 reign.
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Belle Epoque Ladies' Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
circa 1890 An 18K yellow gold tiara shaped ring is prong set with two antique cushion cut and two old European cut diamonds.
Diamond
Antique Russian Cabochon Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
circa 1890 An elegant 14K gold tiara-shaped ring with trefoil motif is set with old mine cut diamonds and two cabochon cut blue sapphires.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire
The Zsa Zsa Gabor Diamond Tiara
Located in Chicago, IL
Having flexible sections, the Tiara has rings on each end where it is attached to the hair by hair pins.
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
Victorian Yellow Gold Diamond Tiara Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1890s Yellow Gold Tiara Ring, measuring 3/4 inch in length and centrally set with an old mine cut pear shape Diamond approximately 1/3 carat and further set with numerous old c...
Diamond, 15k Gold
Belle Époque Sapphire and Diamond Tiara Ring
Located in London, GB
Tiara rings are notoriously difficult to attain, so we very pleased to have this one for sale.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Tiara-Motif Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Centered with three old-European cut diamonds weighing approx. 0.35ct each, this alluring ring is further adorned with old-European cut, baguette-cut and pear-cut diamonds weighing 1...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Diamond Tiara/Bracelet, circa 1890
Located in Aspen, CO
Platinum and diamond tiara/bracelet, circa 1890, this piece has both European cut diamonds and rose cut diamonds with approximately 5 cts. One can easily remove the frame and wear t...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Ruby Diamond Gold Crown Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
This beautiful Victorian ring features a charming tiara motif picked out in white diamonds and fine rubies.
Ruby, White Diamond, 14k Gold
Belle Époque Natural Pearl, Garnet and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Sometimes known as a tiara ring, this particular design was very popular during this period.
Diamond, Garnet, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Original Antique Tiara Ring or "Bague Duchesse" Total Carat Weight 3.7 Carat
Located in Miami, FL
Original antique tiara ring or "bague Duchesse" total carat weight 3.7ct.
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Victorian Sapphire Diamond Natural Pearl Tiara Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Distinctive Tiara design formed by natural Pearls Diamonds and natural Sapphires, authentic Victorian period 1880 ca. Hand crafted during the time of solid 18 KT gold, marked. So wea...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique, Edwardian, 18 Carat Gold, French, Natural Pearl and Diamond Tiara Ring
Located in Rochford, Essex
Natural pearl and diamond ring, circa 1900. Set with an ornate arrangement of late 19th century circular-cut diamonds, the centrepiece of this ring is an oval natural saltwater pearl...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold
$138,000
Diamond Necklace Tiara
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A MASTERPIECE! 46.75 carats of white pear, marquise and round brilliant cut diamonds set in 18k white gold. The piece can be worn as a necklace and easily converted into a tiara...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Handmade Art Deco Platinum Ring 4.11 Ct Old Mine Cut Diamond – I/VS2 GIA
Located in New York, NY
This elegant handmade Art Deco ring features a stunning 4.11-carat Old Mine cut diamond, ( Dating pre-1900’s) graded I color and VS2 clarity (GIA certified). The platinum setting, cr...
Diamond, Platinum
Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Cluster Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian natural pearl and diamond necklace, the twelve graduated cluster motifs each centred with natural bouton pearls measuring from 5.6 mm to 9 mm, within a surround of old br...
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Edwardian Pearl and Diamond Brooch/Pendant
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian pearl and diamond brooch on offer at Bentley & Skinner, Jewellers by Royal Appointment to His Majesty King Charles III. The brooch with a diamond-set ribbon bow surmount...
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1900s Maison Auger 22 Carat Diamond Platinum Bracelet
Located in Poitiers, FR
Bracelet in platinum, mascaron hallmark. Splendid river of diamonds, it is composed with a fall articulated of old cut diamonds. The clasp is in the form of a ratchet with a safety 8...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
$325,000
Damiani Diamond and Pearls Tiara
By Damiani
Located in Geneva, CH
Exceptional Tiara by Damiani. Diamonds, pearls Metal: white gold 18K (no rhodium plating). Diamonds weight: 41,50 carats color G-H clarity VVS-VS Japanese pearls: 9,60 grams. Total ...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, White Gold
Belle Époque marquise shape diamond cluster ring, French, circa 1905.
Located in London, GB
Belle Époque marquise shape diamond cluster ring. Set to centre with a cushion shape old mine diamond in an open back claw setting, with an approximate weight of 1.00 carats, flanked...
Diamond, Rose Gold, Platinum
$17,500
H 1.38 in W 0.63 in
Art Deco Platinum Drop Earrings Old European Cushion Cut Diamonds Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An elegant pair of Art Deco platinum and diamond drop earrings. Each earring has a floral-inspired top section accented with smaller round diamonds. Below it hangs an open tear-drop...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum 20 Carat 1930's Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This is a very special bracelet from the Art Deco era, crafted circa 1930's in platinum with diamonds. Mounted with over 400 diamonds of old cut round shapes and a few baguettes. Lo...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Victorian Era Ruby Diamond Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Chicago, IL
Russian, made in St. Petersburg in the 1890s An antique 14K gold bangle bracelet is centered with an old cushion cut diamond (5.8 x 4.9 mm, approximately 0.90 ct, H color, VS2 clarit...
Ruby
Antique Enamel Pearl Diamond And Gold Bangle Bracelet circa 1880
Located in Firenze, IT
The bracelet, of English manufacture, dates to the 1880s and is characterised by a yellow gold setting, embellished with black enamel profiles that accentuate its shape, characterise...
Pearl, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
“Antique Russian Gold Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring, Circa 1907, 1.3ct”
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique Russian old mine cut diamond ring in magnificent open work style centered with old mine cut diamond estimate weight 1.3 carats diameter 6.10mm H color white vs clearity hall ...
14k Gold
$13,023 / item
W 1.66 in D 0.18 in L 2.17 in
Antique Edwardian 18K Gold & Platinum 3.34ctw Diamond Garland Pendant or Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique diamond, platinum, and yellow gold convertible brooch and pendant, comprising eighty-eight old cut and rose cut diamonds, set in platinum, and backed in 18 karat yellow go...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Important Old Mine Cut Heart Locket Pendant and Diamond Necklace, Certified
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A piece of history. This very important necklace we bought from a major auction house over 10 years ago. We sold the original old mine cut necklace. The buyer was only interested in ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Victorian 18K Gold & Silver 3.2ctw Old Cut Diamond Marquise Panel Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique diamond, silver, and yellow gold ring, comprising fifteen old cut diamonds, set in silver, to a band of 18 karat yellow gold. This head of the ring is marquise (or navett...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
18 Karat Gold Diamond Tiara and Necklace
Located in Macau, MO
This fabulous diamond tiara is designed with floral and foliate pattern, decorated with brilliant cut diamonds together weighing approximately 22.47 carat, mounted in 18 Karat white ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, 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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