Platinum Ring with 9 Princess and 9 Baguette cut diamonds F-vvs 1.450 ct total
Located in Radolfzell am Bodensee, BW
These jewelry pieces are stylistic – paying modernly interpreted homage to art déco – Epoch. The elegant shape, in combination with the precious materials of platinum and diamonds, c...
Diamond, Platinum
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1.05 Carat Tapered Baguette and Round Diamond Woven Statement Ring in 18K w Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This harmonious blend of clean geometric lines and classic brilliant fire maximizes light return from every angle, delivering exceptional scintillation. Combining 1920s Art Deco gran...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emerald Cut Wedding Band. 3.80ct Diamond Eternity Band Platinum G-HVS1-VS2 4.6mm
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Diamond Weight: Approximately 3.80 carats Diamond Cut: Emerald Cut Diamond Color: G-H Diamond Clarity: VS1-VS2 Stone Setting: Emerald-cut diam...
Diamond, Platinum
Emerald Cut Tourmaline and Shield Cut Diamond Three Stone Ring in Platinum
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Flanking the center are two shield-cut diamonds, whose crisp geometric outlines and bright brilliance make a dramatic, Art Deco-inspired contrast with the lush green tourmaline.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
1933 Ring natural 1.75ct Sapphire solid 18K Gold ØUS5.5 / 2.3gr
Located in SE
Ring for every day of unisex type for any little finger, in solid 18K Yellow Gold, neoclassical or renaissance styled with a wider band and wired " solar " bezel edge decorated with ...
Sapphire, 18k Gold
1947 Wedding Ring solid 23K Gold Ø US6.25 / 1.26 gr
Located in SE
23K Wedding Ring. Made in Sweden. Unknown workshop, city of Stockholm, hallmarked 23K. Boliden. Year mark: V8 / made in 1947. Worn engraving with names and date. The band is 1.25 m...
24k Gold
Unheated Padparadscha Sapphire Stone 1.60 cts in Platinum Ring w Dia /GRS Report
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Add a splash of color to your look with this natural padparadscha sapphire ring. Our unheated sapphire 1.60 carats set in platinum ring is the most affordable and unique model to be ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Padparadscha Sapphire , Platinum
IGI Certified 1.2ct Princess-Cut Diamond Brushed Wedding Band in 18K Yellow Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Primary Stone: Approx. 1.20ct Natural Princess-Cut Diamond Diamond Quality: E Color VS Clarity Metal: Solid 18K White Gold (Approx. 6 grams) Style: Brushed Finished Band / Art De...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1932 Finish Three stones Ring 0.7 ctw. Diamonds solid 18KGold Ø US6.25 /2gr
Located in SE
Streamlined and body friendly round shapes, nothing sticks out, secure settings. Pure Art- Deco. Great ring for comfortable everyday wear.
Diamond, 18k Gold
1914 Ring solid 23K Gold Ø 4.5 US / 2.6 gr
Located in SE
23K Wedding Ring with a bit convex shaped well polished band. Made in Sweden. Unknown workshop, city of Goteborg , hallmarked 23K. Year mark: M7 / made in 1914. Engraved with monog...
24k Gold
GIA Certified 0.5ct Baguette-Cut Diamond Wide Wedding Band in 18K Yellow Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Primary Stone: Approx. 0.50ct Natural Baguette-Cut Diamond Diamond Quality: E Color VS Clarity Metal: Solid 18K White Gold (Approx. 6 grams) Style: Tapered Band / Art Deco Inspir...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
IGI Certified 0.5ct Princess-Cut Diamond Brushed Wedding Band in 18K Yellow Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Primary Stone: Approx. 0.50ct Natural Princess-Cut Diamond Diamond Quality: E Color VS Clarity Metal: Solid 18K White Gold (Approx. 6 grams) Style: Brushed Finished Band / Art De...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1937 Ring Amethyst solid 18K Gold Ø US7.75 / 2gr
Located in SE
A Ring in solid 18K Gold for every day Art - Deco period styled with a thin band and bezel with claws decorated with spectacular natural Purple Amethyst measuring 10mm x 8 x 5.8 mm d...
Amethyst, 18k Gold
Old Combination Ring Sapphire Ruby Emerald solid 18K Gold Size Ø 6.75US / 7.45gr
Located in SE
A set of four matching rings in solid 18K Yellow Gold that allows to create differently colored Gems combinations . Likely German made ca. 1920s - 1930s. Each ring hallmarked 750 ...
Sapphire, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique Wedding Ring solid 20K Gold Ø 6 US / 3.14 gr
Located in SE
Antique or Vintage Wedding Ring in solid orange - tinted /reddish - yellow 20K which has been one of the Swedish conventional Gold Standard alloys since early 19th century but quite ...
22k Gold
2.15 CT Natural Diamond Emerald Cut 18K Yellow Gold Half Eternity Band Pinky Men
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bandwidth is 3.5 MM. The height on top is 5.0 MM. Ring Size: 8.5 Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring Weight: 10.1 Grams of solid gold Diamond: Approximately 2.15 Carat Total Weight of ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Ring Athena Intaglio Carnelian solid 10 - 12K Gold Ø 6.5US / 8.6 gr
Located in SE
Signet Ring with fine Intaglio of Athena / Minerva - ancient Greek goddess of wisdom, strategic warfare, and handicrafts. As the patron deity of Athens, she was famed for her intelle...
Carnelian, 10k Gold
Natural Padparadscha Sapphire Stone 2.02 cts in Platinum Ring w Dia / GIA Report
Located in Los Angeles, CA
If you’re looking for a ring that is all about elegance, then this ring is the one for you. The Padparadscha Sapphire is one of the rarest colored sapphires on earth. You can now own...
Diamond, Sapphire, Padparadscha Sapphire , Platinum
5.06tcw Natural Emerald-Cut Diamond Full Eternity Wedding Band in 18K White Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Gold Weight: 4.7 grams 🎨 Design Inspiration: Inspired by timeless Art Deco symmetry, this ring features crisp step-cut brilliance and bold architectural elegance
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ring Cleopatra VII & Asp Intaglio Amethyst Paste solid 18K Gold Ø 6.5US 17.4gr
Located in SE
Signet Ring with Intaglio of Cleopatra VII with the Asp cast in purple Paste / Glass imitating an Amethyst setting. Detailed and realistic realistic 3d effect anatomy of female bod...
18k Gold
Antique Unisex Illusion Ring solid 18K Yellow Gold Ø US 8.5 / 6gr
Located in SE
Antique or Vintage Ring in 18K Gold which is composed of two twisted bands joint together in a special way that makes an illusion of changing physical width of the joined band when t...
18k Gold
GIA Certified 3.28 Carat Elongated Radiant Cut Tsavorite Garnet Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Designs Collection Featuring An All GIA Certified Five Stone Emerald Cut Diamond and Radiant Cut Garnet Engagement Ring. Shape- Elongated Radiant Cut 9 (Octagonal Step Cut) ...
Garnet, Tsavorite, Platinum
Natural Padparadscha Sapphire Stone 2.11 cts in Platinum Ring w Dia / GRS Report
Located in Los Angeles, CA
If you're looking for a sparkly statement piece this season, then this padparadscha orangy-pink sapphire 2.11 carats certified by GRS is the perfect choice for you. Natural pink sapp...
Diamond, Sapphire, Padparadscha Sapphire , Platinum
Diamond Floral Edwardian Style Pendant and Earrings Jewelry Set in 14K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Step into timeless elegance with this stunning Edwardian style jewelry set. Featuring a delicate floral pendant and matching lever back earrings, each piece is adorned with shimmerin...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
3.00 Carat Yellow Asscher Cut Cubic Zirconia Sterling Silver Engagement Ring
By Lustre of London
Located in London, GB
This 3-carat yellow Asscher-cut cubic zirconia engagement ring is a stunning fusion of modern elegance and classic sophistication. The centerpiece is a brilliant Asscher-cut cubic zi...
Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver
1902 Antique European Ring solid 20K Gold Ø 6.75 US / 5.3 gr
Located in SE
Old ring in solid 20K Yellow Gold. Hand - engraved contentious floral ornament on the band. Unisex type, if that's your size... Made in Sweden. Hallmarked 20K. Unknown workshop ,cit...
22k Gold
Antique Ring Carnelian solid 18K Orange Gold Ø US 5.5 / 5.1gr
Located in SE
Unusual Antique Ring adorned with bezel set polished Red nipple of natural dark Red Carnelian stone Ø 10 mm x 7.7 mm deep mm / ca. 5 ct. Color of stone may change to lighter or darke...
Carnelian, 18k Gold
IGI Certified 0.95ct Baguette-Cut Diamond Half Eternity Band in 18K White Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Embodying the streamlined sophistication of the Art Deco era, this 18K White Gold Wedding Band is a masterwork of geometric precision.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Antique Ring natural 10ct Aquamarine solid 18K Gold Ø7.25 US / 5 gr
Located in SE
A Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with plain shoulders decorated with claw set natural oval cut Aquamarine of vivid Blue color with tint of Green, measuring 15.25 mm x 11.25mm x 10mm...
Aquamarine, 18k Gold
Signet Hawk Ring Unisex solid 14K Rose Green Gold Ø US7.5 US/ 8.2gr
Located in SE
Signet Ring for Men or Women adorned with sawn, soldered, and engraved silhouette of a Hawk. Metal is solid 14 Rose Gold plated with a layer of 14K Green Gold over. Ca. early 20th....
18k Gold
Antique Ring natural Carnelian solid 18K Gold Ø US 5.75 / 4.6 gr
Located in SE
A Ring with claw set natural Carnelian stone oval cabochon cut 22 mm x 12 mm x 6 mm deep / ca 12 ct. Color of stone is dark Orange ( not Red). The color may change depending on lig...
Carnelian, 18k Gold
German Men Signet Ring 5ct. Blood stone solid 14K Gold ØUS12 / 4.55gr
Located in SE
Signet Ring in solid 14K Yellow Gold with plain divided shoulders and bezel set Blood - stone, color is dark Green color with red dots, measures 11mm x 10.5mm x 2.7mm deep / ca. 5ct ...
Other, 18k Gold, 14k Gold
1930 German Ring Spinel solid 18K Gold Silver Ø US7.5 / 4.26gr
Located in SE
A Ring decorated with oval cut Blue Spinel ( lab -made) 15 mm x 8 mm x 5 mm deep / ca. 6 ct. Band and bridge in solid 18K Yellow Gold, top of the crown in Silver. This stone succe...
Spinel, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Nordic Men Unisex Twisted Snakes Ring solid 18K Gold Ø US9.75 / 11.56 gr
Located in SE
Antique Ring for Men or Women Designed as Interweaving Snakes in solid 18K Yellow Gold. Cast bodies of reptiles with detailed scales, eyes, and teeth. The design of this ring is uni...
18k Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, 1920s 0.85 Carat Diamond Three Stone Trilogy Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Stamped Circa 1920s Step into a world of vintage elegance with this stunning three-stone ring, a true testament to the artistry of the 1920s.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Ring natural 3.5ct Green Jade solid 18K Gold ØUS 5.5 / 10gr
Located in SE
A Ring, period ca. 1920s -1930s with a wide band and neat crown being an openwork of filigree ornaments surrounding bezel set oval cabochon of natural vibrant Green Jade of the fines...
Jade, 18k Gold
Antique German Ring 3ct Aquamarine solid 18K Gold Ø 6.75 US /4.4gr
Located in SE
German ring with open-work crown and band in solid 18K Gold featuring natural transparent Aquamarine stone 10 mm x 8 mm x 4.6 mm / ca. 3 ct ct, color light Blue with tint of Green. ...
Aquamarine, 18k Gold
Antique Ring 16ct natural Ruby solid 14K Gold Ø 5.5US / 8.1 gr
Located in SE
Antique cluster / cocktail Ring, German of Danish made with nine clusters boasting natural Ceylon Rubies cut cabochon. Total weight of the stones ca 16ctw. Eight stones of similar p...
Ruby, 14k Gold
German Ring unisex Chain links solid 18K Yellow Gold Ø 8.75 US / 1.5 gr
Located in SE
Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with split shoulders attached to seven soldered chained links on the crown. Unisex model, perfect for everyday wear. Hallmarked 750 , metal tested soli...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Ring natural 1.25ct. Blue Sapphire solid 18K Gold Ø US 5.75 / 1.3 gr
Located in SE
Fine Ring with plain shoulders decorated with a natural Blue Sapphire set in claws. Best choice for careful everyday wear. Swedish customs hallmarks , 18K, likely imported from Germ...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
1912 Alliance Ring natural 0.32ctw Ruby Pearl solid 18K Gold Ø US 7 / 1.9 gr
Located in SE
Antique Alliance Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with four claw set natural Rubies of old Diamond cut and a half -pearl in the middle. Swedish customs hallmarks, 18K, Year c...
Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
1920 Anna's Ring natural 0.5 ct Ruby solid 18K Gold US6.25 / 1.35gr
Located in SE
A Ring from distant Art- Deco period, engraved band in solid 18K Yellow Gold with bezel set oval cut natural Red Ruby 5 mm x 4 mm / ca. 0.5 ct.
Ruby, 18k Gold
1930's German Ring solid 14K Gold 15 ct Citrine Ø6.5 US / 10.7gr
Located in SE
German Art-Deco cocktail ring from ca 1930s. Solid rosy 14K Rose Gold ornamental frame with bezel set Citrine/variety of Quartz stone measuring 15 mm x 14 mm x 9 mm /about 15 ct.
Citrine, 14k Gold
Antique Ring natural 0.6 ct Emerald solid 18K Yellow Gold Ø7.25US / 2.9 gr
Located in SE
A Ring with band in solid 18K Yellow Gold with open work crown decorated with 4 hearts featuring claw set natural bright Green Emerald 6 mm x 4 mm x 3mm deep / ca. 0.6 ct with open b...
Emerald, 18k Gold
Antique Ring 1.25 ct. natural Blue/Green Spinel solid 18K Gold ØUS4 / 2.7gr
Located in SE
Ring featuring natural oval cut 8 mm x 5.5 mm x 3.25 mm deep / ca. 1.25 ct of Blue color with tint of Green color. Stone demonstrates some internal flaws and seem to change color nua...
Spinel, 18k Gold
1920 Antique Ring Rubellite Seed Pearls solid 18K Gold Ø US7 / 1.8 gr.
Located in SE
Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with three natural Rubellites / or Red Tourmalines and 6 natural Seed Pearls. Swedish hallmarks, 18K, Stockholm, year combination S7 / hand -...
Pearl, Rubelite, 18k Gold
1938 Maier 's Ring 2 in 1 solid 18K + 14K Gold Ø7.5US / 5 gr.
Located in SE
Likely two wedding bands made at about the same period and joined to make one. One is German of smaller size (Bride's) in 14K / hallmarked 585, MK / maker's hallmarks. Second (Groom'...
18k Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Ring natural 0.35ct Emerald solid 18K Rose Gold Ø4US / 2.88 gr
Located in SE
A Ring with band in solid 18K Rose Gold with claw set natural bright Green Emerald 5.5 mm x 4 mm / ca. 0.45 ct with open back . Set of Swedish hallmarks, 18K , date combination not ...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Pyramid Ring natural 4.75ctw Ruby solid 14K Gold Ø US8.5 / 6.9gr
Located in SE
Antique Ring with pyramid / dome shaped openwork crown in 14K Yellow and White Gold decorated with 27 natural pink Rubies. Likely European made in 1920s- 1930s. Hallmarked 14K. Cr...
Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold
Antique European Ring 0.5ctw Ruby solid 18K Gold Ø 7.5 US / 1.8gr
Located in SE
Antique Ring featuring, band in 18K Yellow Gold, 4 natural pinky red rubies, made ca.1900 s -1930s. Hallmarked 18 ct. No hallmarks of the maker. The crown part with stones is 10 mm...
Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique Ring natural 35 ct. Citrine solid 14K Rose Gold Ø7.25 US / 17gr
Located in SE
Polish Art -Deco period cocktail ring. Solid rosy 14K Rose Gold ornamental frame with bezel set natural Citrine or Smokey Quartz/variety of Quartz stone measuring 25 mm x 17 mm x 11 ...
Citrine, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Ring Purple Sapphire solid 18K Gold Siver Ø US7.25 / 3.2 gr
Located in SE
A ring from ca 1910s-1930s with navette - shaped Silver crown 20mm x 12mm decorated with cabochon cut lab made Purple/ Sapphire stone 10 x 8 x 4 mm / ca 3.5 ct that seems to change c...
Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
1913 Alliance Ring natural 0.25 ctw Emeralds solid 18K Gold Ø US 7.5 / 1 gr
Located in SE
Antique Alliance Ring, 18K Yellow Gold and claw set natural Emeralds of old Diamond cut. Swedish hallmarks, 18K, maker is GD&Co, Malmö. Year combination L7 / hand -made in 1913. ...
Emerald, 18k Gold
1940 Ring natural Emerald W.Sapphire solid 18K Gold Ø US10/ 4 gr
Located in SE
A Ring with carved band and crown decorated with natural diamond cut Emerald Ø 2.5 mm / ca. 0.1 ct accented with six old diamond cut natural White Sapphires Ø2.5 mm / 0.1 ct each, ...
Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Mars Ares Ring Intaglio Red Onyx solid 18K Gold ØUS 6.75 / 16.3 gr
Located in SE
Signet Intaglio Ring in solid 18K Orange / Rose / Red Gold with bezel set fine intaglio on Red Onyx depicting Greek Ares (Roman Mars ) - God of War and also an agricultural guardian....
Onyx, 18k Gold
Antique Men Unisex Ring natural 9ct Turquoise solid 18K Yellow Gold Ø 9.25/5.6gr
Located in SE
A ring with natural Blue Turquoise stone cut cabochon 13 mm x 11 mm x 6 mm deep / ca.9 ct . Face side on this stone show strong and vibrant Blue, back side is not polished and natura...
Turquoise, 18k Gold
Antique Ring 1.75ct natural Blue-Green Zircon solid 18K White Gold ØUS3.5 /2.8gr
Located in SE
Ring featuring natural Zircon Ø 6.75 mm x 5 mm deep / ca. 1.75 ct / old European diamond cut , of vibrant Bluish Green color. Band with openwork shoulders in solid 18K White Gold . S...
Zircon, 18k Gold, White Gold
1935 Halo Ring Sapphire Spinel solid 18K Gold Silver Ø7.25 US / 1.4 gr
Located in SE
Halo Ring, band in solid 18K Orange Gold with top of the crown in White Gold holding Blue Sapphire and 8 old European diamond cut White Spinel stones. Sapphire is to small to say for...
Sapphire, Spinel, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
AGL Certified 17 Carat Octagonal Cut Minor Oil Colombian Emerald Bezel Set Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Experience the pinnacle of sophistication with our 17 Carat Octagonal Cut Colombian Emerald. AGL Certified minor oil. Set in flawless 18k white gold and adorned with a stunning array...
Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Amitié Emerald Ring in 18k Gold & Multicolored Gemstones by MARIANNE CANARELLI
Located in Geneve, CH
Materials: 18k Gold, 3.00 ct Zambian Emerald, Emeralds, Tsavorites, Peridots, Diamonds. This 18k gold ring features a central 3.00 ct emerald from Zambia.
Tsavorite, Peridot, Emerald, Diamond, 18k 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.