Certified Natural Ruby Cocktail Ring with Diamonds
Located in Jaipur, IN
Inspired by vintage Art Deco elegance with a modern edge, the ring showcases exceptional craftsmanship and architectural detailing that make it truly one of a kind.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Platinum 1.85ct Diamond and Ruby Ring MF01-020526
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
The symmetrical Platinum setting offers Art Deco elegance, while Diamond accents totaling 1.85 carats provide the perfect finishing touch.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage Ruby Cabochon and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Three Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous 18 carat gold ring holds a glossy ruby cabochon stone with sparkling 35pt diamonds either side. The stones are set in platinum claws. The ruby dimensions are 9x6.5mm. F...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
French Art Deco Style Ruby Sapphire Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Art Deco style ring, it is decorated in the center of a radiant calibrated ruby pattern, of a cabochon sapphire in closed setting.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Y...
Art Deco Style Mosaic Cocktail Band 20 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Coomi Ring
By Coomi
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Please contact us for information on the Art Deco style and Mosaic Band Ring. 20K Yellow Gold 7.40cts Ruby 0.43cts Diamonds 15mm
Ruby, Yellow Gold
Kunzite and Ruby Ring. 2.50ct Round Kunzite Diamond Double Halo Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Kunzite Center Kunzite Weight: 2.50ct Center Kunzite Cut: Round Cut Secondary Stones: Rubies and diamonds Secondary Stone Weight: Rubies ~0.45ct Total...
Ruby, Kunzite, Diamond, Platinum
Kunzite and Ruby Halo Ring. 9.90ct Cushion Cut Kunzite Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Kunzite Center Kunzite Weight: 9.90 carats Center Kunzite Cut: Cushion Cut Secondary Stones: Rubies, Diamonds Ruby Weight: 1.00 carat total Ruby Cut: ...
Kunzite, Ruby, Diamond, Platinum
Vivid Red Ruby and Diamonds Ring 18 Karat Gold
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
1.57 Carat Vivid Red Ruby and Diamonds Ring 18K Gold Stunning Cocktail Ring centering a 1.17 Carat Natural Ruby Vivid Red and 0.40 Carat Rond Brilliant Cut Diamonds G-VS. Ring size 6...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
Ruby and Diamond Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.01 carats, Ruby 2.09 carats and Diamond 0.81 carat Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings Width: 1.4 cm Length: 1.4 cm Ring Size: 51 Total Weight: 7.97 grams "We first opened ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$639Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style White Zircon Oval Cut Ruby Yellow Gold Plate Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
White Diamond, Ruby, Zircon, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Retro Citrine 8 Ruby 10 Diamond Butterfly Ring 14 Karat Gold Art Deco Insect
Located in New York, NY
The ring is an Art Deco - Hollywood Regency Retro ring in 14 Karat Rose Gold.
Citrine, Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold
Art Deco 0.60ct Diamond Target Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This stunning Art Deco target ring features a rare baguette cut diamond at it’s centre.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring, Size 6, 1980s
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This vibrant ladies' ring features a striking combination of five rich red rubies totaling 0.30 carats. Beautifully alternating with the vibrant gemstones are twelve brilliant round ...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
1.00 Carat Art Deco Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 7.5 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.0 grams Center Stone Details: Type: Ruby (Created) Size: 1.00ct Color: Red Shape: Cabachon Diamond Details: We...
Diamond, Platinum
Crimson Sovereign - Burma Ruby Ring with Burmese Rubies & Diamonds in 18K
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Some rings shine. Crimson Sovereign commands. This regal masterpiece centers a magnificent 1.99‑carat Burmese Ruby (GRS‑certified) — a stone revered for its rich, imperial red hue. ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby and Diamond Ring set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 2.40 carats and Diamond 0.83 carats Ring set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 1.3 cm Length: 1.3 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 9.39 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 whe...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Colombian Emerald Ruby and Diamond Ring 18K yellow Gold
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
**Made to order, custom options are available(Yellow, white 18K, 14K gold, or platinum), don't hesitate to inquire! Estimated Production Time: 2-4 weeks** *Please check the Images a...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,080Sale Price|20% Off
1.00 Ct Ruby Channel Band Natural Ruby Diamond Band 14K Gold Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
**Ruby Diamond Band Ring, 14K Yellow Gold Ruby Ring, Channel Set Ruby Band, Natural Diamond Accent Ring** Elegant, vibrant, and timeless, this 14K yellow gold ruby and diamond band ...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald cut Unheated Mozambique Ruby 3 ct Art Deco Cocktail Ring in 18K Gold
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Featuring a bold, multi-row layout of exceptional baguette and emerald-cut rubies from Mozambique (untreated), its architectural design is softened by radiant diamond accents shaped ...
White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Estate 2.75 Carat Vintage Ruby Diamond Ring Platinum and 18K
Located in Brunswick, ME
This distinguished vintage ruby ring presents a 2.43-carat natural ruby of pinkish-red hue in an elegant oval cut, complemented by two baguette-cut diamonds totaling approximately 0....
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
0.55 carat Diamond and Ruby 18K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
Sleek with a modern edge, this open-band ring is designed to make a subtle yet striking statement. Featuring a polished gold-tone finish, the layered silhouette is accented with spar...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
IGI Certified 0.40 Carat Diamond and Ruby Serpent Motif Ring 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 0.40 Carat Diamond Natural Ruby Serpent Ring – 8K Gold, 11.96g / 0.38 t oz
Ancient, enigmatic, and laden with symbolic power, the serpent has captivated jewelry des...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
$2,436Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K White Gold Cocktail Ring in Ruby and Diamond
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Ruby ring in 18K Gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your energy and sensuality. Designed with rubies in center and diamonds that makes it a...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Natural Burma Ruby Ring. AGL 12.90ct Cushion Cut Rare Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Ruby Center Ruby Weight: 12.90 Carats Center Ruby Cut: Cushion Cut Certification: AGL Certified Gemstone Origin: Burma Treatment: Heated Secondary Sto...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
14K Yellow Gold Emerald-Cut Ruby and Diamond Starburst Cocktail Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
About : Crafted in 14K yellow gold, this bold cocktail ring centers around a vibrant emerald-cut ruby, encased in a shimmering diamond halo. Flanked by an architectural starburst fr...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18k gold ring with rubies and diamonds, circa 1970s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Vintage ring set in 18-karat yellow gold (0.750 fineness). The geometric ring is decorated with two faceted square rubies and 6 brilliant-cut diamonds with a total weight of approx....
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
IGI Certified 5.22 Carat Natural Ruby, Emerald and Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 5.22 Carat Natural Ruby, Emerald and Diamond Statement Ring 14K Gold This extraordinary statement ring showcases a luxurious harmony of natural rubies, vivid emeralds,...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold
Old European Cut Diamond & Ruby Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
Design reminiscent of an era where design really mattered! This Art Deco inspired white gold stunner features a 0.42 carat Old European Cut Diamond at the center, bezel set amidst fi...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
AGL Burma Ruby Halo Ring. 1.40ct Unheated Cushion Cut Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Ruby Center Ruby Weight: 1.40 carats Center Ruby Cut: Cushion Cut Center Ruby Type: Natural, Non-Heated Center Ruby Origin: Burma Center Ruby Setting: ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique 1920s Ruby and 1.88 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Marquise Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning Art Deco 0.62 carat Mozambique ruby and 1.88 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and 18 karat white gold set marquise ring; part of our diverse antique jewellery collectio...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby 1.63cttw Diamond Platinum Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This platinum engagement ring radiates with a vintage charm, featuring a central 1.05-carat round European-cut diamond, SI1 clarity, and G-H color, elegantly framed by calibrated nat...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Ruby and Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 0.80 carat and Diamond 0.43 carat Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 1.2 cm Length: 1.7 cm Ring Size: 54 Total Weight: 3.86 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
IGI Certified 8.40 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 8.40 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 8K Gold This extraordinary statement ring showcases the luxurious harmony of natural diamonds and vivid ruby gemston...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
IGI Certified 6.22 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 6.22 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 8K Gold This extraordinary statement ring showcases the captivating harmony of natural diamonds and vivid ruby gemst...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
IGI Certified 2.32 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 2.32 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 8K Gold This extraordinary statement ring showcases the elegant harmony of natural diamonds and vivid ruby gemstones...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
IGI Certified 7.41 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 7.41 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 8K Gold This extraordinary statement ring showcases a luxurious combination of natural diamonds and vivid ruby gemst...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
IGI Certified 8.28 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 8.28 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 8K Gold This extraordinary statement ring showcases a luxurious combination of natural diamonds and vivid ruby gemst...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
IGI Certified 1.64 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Eagle Motif Statement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 1.64 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Eagle Motif Statement Ring This extraordinary statement ring showcases a powerful eagle motif surrounded by natural diamonds and vi...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
IGI Certified 0.76 Carat Diamond and Ruby Serpent Motif Ring in 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
0.76 Carat Diamond and Ruby Serpent Motif Statement Ring in 8K Gold A distinctive serpent motif ring designed with bold presence, symbolic character, and refined gemstone detail. Th...
Diamond, Ruby
1 Carat Ruby Engagement Ring. Oval Cut Ruby Diamond Cluster Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Ruby Center Ruby Weight: 1.50 Carats Center Ruby Cut: Oval Cut Secondary Stones: Diamonds Diamond Weight: Approximately 0.50 Carats Diamond Cut: Old M...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold
$1,279Sale Price|20% Off
Art Nouveau Style White Diamond Peridot Ruby Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
Diamond, White Diamond, Peridot, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Si...
Art Deco 2.50 Carat Burmese Pink Sapphire and Diamond Double Halo Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful cluster ring crafted during the Art Deco movement. This piece features a centralised 2.50 carat sapphire of Burmese origin radiating a vibrant natural rich ...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Estate Ruby & Diamond 18k White Gold Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
Rich crimson rubies create a striking ribbon of color across this elegant estate ring, culminating in a beautifully matched oval ruby at its center. Crafted in polished 18k white go...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,640Sale Price|20% Off
Exquisite Ruby and Diamond Engagement Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Discover the epitome of elegance with this breathtaking engagement ring, showcasing a mesmerizing 1.50ct natural ruby. The ruby's rich red color exudes warmth and luxury, perfectly c...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Platinum Oval Ruby and Baguette Diamond Architectural Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Oval Ruby and Baguette Diamond Architectural Cocktail Ring Description: This architectural cocktail ring is crafted in solid platinum and centers on a substantial oval-cut ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$7,800Sale Price|21% Off
IGI Certified 2.20ct Burma Vivid Ruby and 0.74ct Diamonds Platinum Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Behold the pinnacle of luxury in this platinum ring, adorned with a 2.20-carat natural Burma vivid ruby and 0.74 carats of 32 natural diamonds. The oval mixed-cut ruby, boasting a ca...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Platinum and 3 Ruby Engagement Ring. 0.70TCW Oval Rubies Round Cut Diamond Halo
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Ruby Center Ruby Weight: 0.70 Carats Total Center Ruby Cut: Oval Cut Secondary Stones: Diamonds Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Stone Setting: Bezel-...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage Eternity Platinum Band Ring. Princess and Round Diamond Ruby Wedding 6mm
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stones: Diamonds Secondary Stones: Rubies Diamond Cut: Princess Cut, Round Brilliant Cut Ruby Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Stone Setting: Set Between Two Rows of ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$4,212Sale Price / item|20% Off
Diamond and Ruby Cocktail Ring in 18kt Solid White Gold Statement Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Ruby Cocktail Ring with Diamonds Set in 18K Gold featuring natural ruby of 2.05 carats and diamonds of 1.25 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style. Ruby improves...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Natural Ruby and Diamond Open Statement Ring in 18K Rose Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Make a striking statement with this contemporary open-style bypass ring, crafted in warm 18K rose gold. Featuring two vibrant central motifs framed by geometric baguette and round br...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
IGI Certified 14.38 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 14.38 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 14K Gold This extraordinary statement ring showcases the dramatic beauty of natural diamonds and vivid ruby gemston...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
18k 750 White Gold - Pear Shape Ring: Natural Diamond and Ruby
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Natural Diamond & Ruby Ring Metal Type: 18K 750 White Gold Total Item Weight: 4.6 Grams Ring Size: 7 (Sizable) Dimensions: Width 13.5mm X Height 15mm X Depth 6mm 1: ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Burmese Ruby and Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring Set in Platinum
Located in London, England
A gorgeous Burmese ruby and diamond three stone engagement ring set in platinum. The piece is centrally set with an incredible cushion cut 3.11ct Burmese ruby that has an amazing lus...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$7,980Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Ruby & Diamond Scalloped Cross Ring in Platinum
Located in Bloomington, MN
Antique Ruby & Diamond Scalloped Cross Ring in Platinum This antique ring is crafted in 900 platinum and features a scalloped cross-style design with bezel-set red rubies totali...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
IGI Certified 4.37 Carat Diamond, Ruby and Emerald Statement Ring 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 4.37 Carat Diamond, Ruby and Emerald Statement Ring 14K Gold Created as a one-of-a-kind jewel, this exceptional ring is the only example ever produced, and no identica...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold
IGI Certified 2.75 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 2.75 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 14K Gold This extraordinary statement ring showcases the elegant harmony of natural diamonds and vivid ruby gemstone...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
IGI Certified 4.78 Carat Diamond, Sapphire and Ruby Statement Ring 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 4.78 Carat Diamond, Sapphire and Ruby Statement Ring 8K Gold This extraordinary statement ring showcases the luxurious harmony of natural diamonds, vivid sapphires, an...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold
12.50 Carat Burma Ruby Ring. Rare Natural Cushion Cut Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Ruby Center Ruby Weight: 12.50 carats Center Ruby Cut: Cushion Cut Center Ruby Type: Natural, Heated Center Ruby Origin: Burma Certification: AGL Certi...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
IGI Certified 5.07 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 5.07 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 14K Gold This extraordinary statement ring showcases the captivating beauty of natural diamonds and vivid ruby gemst...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
3 Carat Square Ruby and Diamond 18K Gold Button Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Natural 3 carat total weight square cut ruby and 0.30 carat round diamond button-style cocktail ring in 18K yellow gold, featuring concentric rings of invisibly channel-set rubies su...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.
The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.
However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)
While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.
Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.
A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.
Find unique Art Deco necklaces, earrings, bracelets and other 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.
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.
Ready to rock? Some of our favorite jewelry designers and dealers share indispensable advice for choosing that most important ring.
Will your beloved be enchanted by an Edwardian ring or a trendy Art Deco piece? We clue you into period styles and tips for finding the perfect ring.