Antique 1.65 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Ring Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique 1.65 carat diamond and platinum Art Deco style solitaire ring; part of our collection of diamond engagement rings.
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum and 2.80ct Diamond Ring. Old European and Onyx Emerald Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Era: Handcrafted Vintage-Style, Art Deco-Inspired Material: Platinum Ring Size: 6.5; Resizable at no additional cost This striking engagement ring centers a substantial 2.80-carat o...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Platinum
Cartier Engagement Ring. GIA 1.10ct Round Cut Diamond Accent Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 1.10 carats Center Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Center Diamond Color: F Center Diamond Clarity: VS1 Center Diamond S...
Diamond, Platinum
1 Carat Cushion Cut Sapphire Ring. Round Diamond Halo Engagement Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Sapphire Sapphire Weight: Approx 1.00 Carats Sapphire Cut: Cushion Cut Sapphire Type: Natural Secondary Stones: Diamonds Total Diamond Weight: Approx ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Platinum 1.07 Carat Old-European cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
A striking center diamond is framed by sparkling diamond set shoulders that curve gently in the platinum band. The elevated setting and intricate detailing create a refined, romanti...
Diamond, Platinum
2.75 Carat Cushion Cut Engagement Ring. Diamond Halo Old Euro Ring Platinum KVS1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: Approx. 2.75 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Antique Cushion Cut Center Diamond Color: K Color Center Diamond Clarity: VS1 S...
Diamond, Platinum
Old European Cut Ring. GIA 1.40ct Diamond Accent Engagement Ring Platinum I SI1
Located in New York, NY
Era: Handcrafted Vintage-Style, Art Deco-Inspired Material: Platinum Ring Size: Resizable to any finger size at no additional cost This striking engagement ring centers a GIA-certif...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Platinum 0.73CT Colombian Emerald + 0.75CT Diamond Ring Sz 6.25
Located in Addison, TX
Surrounding the center stone is an elegant combination of round brilliant and baguette-cut natural diamonds totaling approximately 0.75 carat, creating exceptional brilliance and a d...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1.45 Carat French Cut Tsavorite Wedding Ring. Eternity Band Ring Platinum 2.6mm
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Tsavorite Garnet Center Tsavorite Garnet Weight: 1.45 Carats Total Center Tsavorite Garnet Cut: French Cut Stone Setting: Channel-Set with Fine Milgrai...
Tsavorite, Platinum
3 Carat Aquamarine Double Halo Ring. Aquamarine Sapphire Diamond Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Aquamarine Center Aquamarine Weight: 3.10 carats Center Aquamarine Cut: Emerald Cut Secondary Stones: Sapphires and Diamonds Sapphire Weight: Approxima...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
0.50 Asscher Cut Diamond Ring.Diamond Emerald Halo Engagement Ring Platinum JVS2
Located in New York, NY
Era: Art Deco-Inspired Material: Platinum This ring can be resized to any finger size at no extra cost.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Ceylon Sapphire Ring. GIA 3ct Cushion Sapphire Diamond Three Stone Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Era: Vintage-Style, Art Deco-Inspired Material: Platinum This rare three-stone ring centers a 3.00-carat cushion cut Ceylon sapphire certified by GIA.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Aquamarine Diamond Ring. 3ct Santa Maria Aquamarine Geometric Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Aquamarine Center Aquamarine Weight: 3.00 carats Center Aquamarine Color: Strong saturation comparable with Santa Maria color Secondary Stones: Sapphi...
Sapphire, Diamond, Aquamarine, Platinum
Retro Transitional Cut Diamond Ring. 1.30ct Engagement Ring Platinum 1950 I VS2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 1.30 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Transitional Cut Center Diamond Color: I-J Color Center Diamond Clarity: VS2-SI1 Certifi...
Diamond, Platinum
Pink Kunzite Ring. 2.80ct Emerald Cut Natural Kunzite Diamond Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Kunzite Center Kunzite Weight: Approximately 2.80 Carats Center Kunzite Cut: Emerald Cut Secondary Stones: Diamonds Secondary Stone Weight: 0.40 Carat...
Kunzite, Diamond, Platinum
Zambian Emerald Engagement Ring. GIA 5.60ct Emerald Diamond Halo Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Emerald Center Emerald Weight: 5.60 carats Center Emerald Cut: Emerald Cut Certification: GIA Certificate Secondary Stones: Diamond Diamond Weight: 1....
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1 Carat Emerald Ring. Emerald Cut and Round Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Natural Emerald Center Emerald Weight: 1.00 carats Center Emerald Cut: Emerald Cut Secondary Stones: Diamonds Diamond Weight: 0.05 carats total Diamond...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Aquamarine and Diamond Sapphire Halo Ring. 2.70ct Aquamarine Platinum Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Aquamarine Center Aquamarine Weight: Approximately 2.70 carats Center Aquamarine Cut: Emerald Cut Secondary Stones: Diamonds and Sapphires Diamond Wei...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2.62 Carat Aquamarine 0.96 Carat Sapphire 0.28 Carat Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive contemporary 2.62 carat aquamarine, 0.96 carat sapphire and 0.28 carat diamond and platinum Art Deco style dress ring; part of our diverse collection ...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Cartier Engagement Ring.GIA 1ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring Platinum
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 1.00 carats Center Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Center Diamond Color: G Center Diamond Clarity: VVS1 Certification: ...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Three-Stone Twist Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This diamond ring holds three glittering diamonds measuring a total of 25pts. Set in a platinum twist setting and ring modelled in 18 Carat gold. The ring also has three diamonds set...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$28,000Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco style 1.84 Carat vintage round cut diamond ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This diamond and emerald ring has a stunning Art Deco style design with an eye catching 1.84ct vintage round cut diamond surrounded by ribbons of custom cut emeralds and glittering d...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
3.20 Carat Oval Cut Emerald Ring. Diamond French Sapphire Halo Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Emerald Center Emerald Weight: Approx 3.20 Carats Center Emerald Cut: Oval Cut Secondary Stones: Sapphires, Diamonds Sapphire Cut: French Cut Total Di...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum
Aquamarine and Sapphire Halo Ring. 7.6ct Aquamarine Diamond Accent Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Era: Handcrafted Vintage-Style, Art Deco Era Material: Platinum Ring Size: Currently sized at 6.5, it can be resized at no extra cost.
Diamond, Sapphire, Aquamarine, Platinum
Antique Platinum, Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond Rectangular Shaped Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
The ring features a striking rectangular face, meticulously handcrafted with a solid platinum setting atop a warm 18ct yellow gold band.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
J. Birnbach GIA 6.71 Carat F VVS2 Round Brilliant Diamond Art Deco Style Ring
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
This platinum Art Deco three-stone ring is a striking expression of geometric elegance, combining exceptional diamond quality with the refined architectural details characteristic of...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum and Amethyst Diamond Ring. 5.80ct Cushion Cut Amethyst Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Amethyst Center Amethyst Weight: 5.80ct Center Amethyst Cut: Cushion Cut Secondary Stones: Amethysts and diamonds Secondary Stone Weight: Amethysts Ap...
Amethyst, Diamond, Platinum
Natural Emerald Diamond Halo Ring. GIA 2.50ct Emerald Diamond Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Emerald Center Emerald Weight: 2.50 carats Center Emerald Cut: Emerald Cut Certification: GIA Certificate Secondary Stones: Diamond Diamond Weight: 0....
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
GIA Certified 3 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This striking cocktail ring, with its classic design reminiscent of the Art Deco era and its combination of a certified natural emerald and vintage-cut diamonds, is a truly unique an...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
0.50 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Ring. Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum H SI1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: Approximately 0.50 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Center Diamond Color: H Color Center Diamond Clarity: ...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Asscher Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring GIA 5.51ct G VS1
Located in Fairfield, CT
Inspired by the timeless elegance of Art Deco design, the ring offers a refined and enduring aesthetic.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Emerald Cut Natural Ruby Diamond Engagement Ring, 5.91Ct 18K White Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
Natural Thai Ruby Diamond Engagement Ring – 5.91 Carat Emerald Cut Ruby, 18K White Gold Metal: 18k White Gold 750 Stone Weight: 5.91 ct Thai-Ruby Diamond Weight: .83 ct An exception...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Star Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White...
6ct Pear Shape Engagement Ring. Rose Cut Diamond Accent Platinum Ring K VS1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 6.00 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Rose Cut, Pear-Shaped Center Diamond Color: K-L Color Center Diamond Clarity: VS2-SI1 Cl...
Diamond, Platinum
0.50ct Diamond and Ruby Halo Ring. Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: Approximately 0.50 carats Center Diamond Cut: Emerald Cut Center Diamond Color: J Center Diamond Clarity: VS1 Secondary...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Platinum Diamond and Sapphire Halo Ring. GIA 0.80ct Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 0.80 carat Center Diamond Cut: Emerald Cut Center Diamond Color: H Center Diamond Clarity: SI1 Certification: GIA Certif...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Natural Ceylon Sapphire Ring. Round Sapphire Diamond Halo Platinum Ring G VS
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Sapphire Center Sapphire Weight: 8.30 Carats Center Sapphire Cut: Round Cut Gemstone Origin: Ceylon Secondary Stones: Diamonds Diamond Weight: 1.90 Ca...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1.55 Carat Sapphire Ring. Cushion Sapphire Diamond Halo Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Sapphire Center Sapphire Weight: 1.55 carats Center Sapphire Cut: Cushion Cut Secondary Stones: Diamonds Diamond Weight: 0.70 carats total Diamond Cut...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum and Colorless Diamond Ring. GIA 1ct Old European Engagement Ring SI2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 1.00 carat Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: D Center Diamond Clarity: SI2 Certification: GIA C...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum and Diamond Halo Ring. GIA 1ct Asscher Cut Diamond Engagement Ring JVS2
Located in New York, NY
Era: Art Deco-Inspired Material: Platinum This ring can be resized to any finger size at no additional cost.
Diamond, Platinum
2 Carat Diamond and Sapphire Engagement Ring. Old Euro Diamond Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 2.00 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: J Color Center Diamond Clarity: VS2 Clarity Seco...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1.70 Carat Oval Cut Natural Emerald Ring. Diamond Halo Engagement Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Emerald Center Emerald Weight: 1.70 Carats Center Emerald Cut: Oval Cut Secondary Stones: Diamonds Diamond Weight: Approximately 0.60 Carats Diamond C...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco GIA 1.26 Carat & 1.01 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Toi et Moi Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Superb Art Deco era 2-Stone Ring with two Old Mine Cut Diamonds and Sapphires, composed of platinum.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
GIA 1.70 Carat Antique Cushion Cut Diamond Ring. Sapphire Halo Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 1.70 carats Center Diamond Cut: Antique Cushion Cut Center Diamond Color: K Center Diamond Clarity: SI1 Certification: G...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
4.50ct Diamond Ring. Old European Cut Filigree Engagement Ring Platinum L VS1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 4.50 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: L Color Center Diamond Clarity: VS1 Clarity Seco...
Diamond, Platinum
Zambian Emerald Ring. GIA 4.30ct Emerald Diamond Halo Engagement Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Emerald Center Emerald Weight: Approximately 4.30 carats Center Emerald Cut: Emerald Cut Center Emerald Type: Natural Center Emerald Color: Vivid Green...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Pear Shape Engagement Ring. 1ct Sapphire Diamond Cluster Halo Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Sapphire Center Sapphire Weight: 1.00ct Center Sapphire Cut: Pear Shape Secondary Stones: Diamonds Secondary Stone Weight: Approximately 0.50ct Total ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Old European Engagement Ring. 1.10ct Diamond Filigree Ring Platinum JVS1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 1.10ct Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: J Center Diamond Clarity: VS1 Secondary Stones: Diamo...
Diamond, Platinum
1.53 Carat Ruby and Diamond Platinum Vintage Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This is a Vintage Ruby and Diamond Ring. This ring showcases an unheated, 1.09 carat, oval cut prong set Ruby at the center. The Ruby is surrounded by 14 round cut diamonds, with ano...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
3ct Engagement Ring. GIA Emerald Cut Diamond Accent Platinum Halo Ring H VVS1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 3.00 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Emerald Cut Center Diamond Color: H Color Center Diamond Clarity: VVS1 Clarity Certifica...
Diamond, Platinum
Emerald Cut Aquamarine Ring. 3.20ct Aquamarine Diamond Halo Ring Platinum Accent
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Aquamarine Center Aquamarine Weight: 3.20 carats Center Aquamarine Cut: Emerald Cut Center Aquamarine Setting: Bezel Set Secondary Stones: Diamond Sec...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Natural Green Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring. 2.6ct Emerald Diamond Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Natural Green Emerald Center Emerald Weight: 2.60 carats Center Emerald Cut: Emerald Cut Secondary Stones: Diamonds Diamond Weight: Approximately 0.85...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
GIA 3.15ct Old European Cut Ring. Diamond Prong Engagement Ring Platinum J SI1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: Approx 3.15 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: J Color Center Diamond Clarity: SI1 Certif...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Paris Art Deco Royal Blue 2.3 Carat No Heat Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Paris Art Deco platinum ring set with a GIA certified no heat Royal Blue sapphire, approximately 2.30 carats by formula, in an emerald octagonal step cut.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Aquamarine Sapphire Halo Ring. 1.30ct Asscher Aquamarine Diamond Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Aquamarine Center Aquamarine Weight: 1.30 carats Center Aquamarine Cut: Asscher Secondary Stones: Diamonds and Sapphires Diamond Weight: 0.40 carats t...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum, Gold
Edwardian Platinum Dome Ring. 1ct Cushion Diamond Old Mine Cluster Ring I SI1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 1.00 carats Center Diamond Cut: Cushion Cut Center Diamond Color: I Center Diamond Clarity: SI1 Secondary Stones: Diamo...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum and Pear Shaped Diamond Ring. 2.60ct Fancy Yellow Diamond Halo Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Natural Fancy Yellow Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 2.60 carats Center Diamond Cut: Pear Shape Center Diamond Color: Natural Fancy Yellow Certification...
Yellow Diamond, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Antique Old European Diamond Ring. 2ct Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum K SI1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: Approximately 2.00 carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: H Color Center Diamond Clarity: I1 ...
Diamond, Platinum
5.87 Carat Apatite and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
5.87 Carat Oval Cut Apatite and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring. The bright ocean blue apatite gemstone, sits in the center with a glistening eye-clean finish. The stone is prong-set ...
Diamond, Apatite, Gold, White Gold, Platinum, Silver
3 Carat Colombian Emerald Platinum Mens Link Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This ring is made to order. Carat and gram weights are subject to a slight variance. Please note: The emerald pictured is from a previously sold item; your center stone will be simil...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage Platinum Engagement Ring. 1.10ct Old Euro Diamond Square Halo Ring I VS1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Carat Weight: 1.10 Carats Color: I Color Clarity: VS1 Cut: Old European Cut Certification: None Secondary Stones: Diamond, approximately 0.55 ...
Diamond, Platinum
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.