Art Deco 0.80 CTW French Cut Diamond Platinum Antique Eternity Wedding Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring French cut diamonds channel set fully around Weighing approximately 0.80 carat total H/I color with VS2 to SI1 clarity Accented by milgrain edges Tested as platinum Circa: ...
Diamond, Platinum
2mm Flush Set Diamond Eternity Wedding Band 14k Gold Ring Mid Thumb Ring Gift.
Located in Chicago, IL
2mm Flush Set Diamond Eternity Wedding Band 14k Gold Ring Mid Thumb Ring Gift. Diamond Weight : 0.08 Ct A P P R O X T I M E All items are custom made to order. Our approx time is ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Art Deco Diamond Platinum Eternity Band Ring Old European Cut Wedding Size 7.5
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Exquisite Art Deco platinum band set with twenty-eight beautiful Old European cut diamonds approximately 0.03-carat each, total weight 0.84 carat. The band is size 7.25-7.5 and is 2....
White Diamond, Platinum
TJD 0.50 Carat Round Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Art Deco Style Wedding Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This Wide Wedding Band Ring is expertly crafted in 14 Karat White Gold and features 90 Round cut White diamonds set in a beautiful design in stackable prong, pave and prong setting. ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Zambian Emerald & Diamonds Engagement / Wedding Ring Set in 18K Gold
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very dainty and beautiful Emerald Engagement/ Wedding Ring set in 18K Yellow Gold & Diamonds. The weight of the Emerald is 0.53 carats. The Emerald oval is completely natural, wit...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ring Gold Diamond Engagement Bezel 14K Yellow Set Cut Round Wedding Band
Located in Chicago, IL
Ring Gold Diamond Engagement Bezel 14K Yellow Set Cut Round Wedding Band Material Gemstone, Gold Metal Gold Total Carat Weight 0.24 ctw & Under Base Metal Yellow Gold Band Width 2 ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
2 pc Diamond Chevron and Leaf V Ring Set 14k Gold Bridal Wedding Set For Women.
Located in Chicago, IL
2 pc Diamond Chevron and Leaf V Ring Set 14k Gold Bridal Wedding Set For Women. Gold Wt. (Set): 3 gm (14k) CHEVRON V RING: • Diamond Wt: 0.21 Ct LEAF BAND RING: • Diamond Wt: 0....
Diamond, 14k Gold
4.80 Carat Baguette Cut Sapphire Wedding Ring. Eternity Band Channel Set 4.60mm
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Secondary Stones: Sapphire Secondary Stone Weight: 4.80 carats Secondary Stone Cut: Baguette Cut Stone Setting: Channel Set Jewelry Type: Band Style: Eternity, Chann...
Sapphire, Platinum
Twisted Wedding Band Unique Rose Gold Band Ring Delicate Plain Gold Bridal Set
Located in Chicago, IL
Twisted Wedding Band Unique Rose Gold Band Ring Delicate Plain Gold Bridal Set Total Carat Weight: 0.24 & Under Base Metal: Rose Gold Certification: BIS Hallmark, IGI Band Thickness...
Gold, 14k Gold
0.70 Carat Baguette Cut Wedding Ring. Channel Set Diamond Platinum Band 2.2mm
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Secondary Stones: Diamonds Diamond Weight: Approximately 0.70 carats Diamond Cut: Baguette Cut Stone Setting: Channel-Set Jewelry Type: Eternity Band Style: Channel,...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco .98ct TDW Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details: Stunning Art Deco Period Platinum and diamond cocktail ring—would make a lovely wedding or anniversary ring!
Diamond, Platinum
TJD 0.25 Carat Round Diamond 14KT White Gold Bezel Set Wedding Band Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite 14KT white gold wedding band ring featuring bubble design and jeweled with white diamonds. This ring is superbly detailed to perfection and set with 0.25 carat of sparkling...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.55 CT Curved Wedding Band, Prong Set Stackable Ring in 18 solid gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Refined Radiance. Vintage Glamour. A Ring of Timeless Elegance. Delicately crafted with prong bezel-set diamonds this curved wedding band features a 2.6 mm princess brilliant diamon...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
TJD 1.0 Carat Round Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Wedding Band
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
A flawless fusion of diamonds and gold that make people stop and stare. The ring is crafted from 14-karat yellow gold and features 48 Round and 10 Baguette cut white diamonds, Prong,...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.42 CT Curved Wedding Band, Bezel Set Stackable Ring in 18 solid gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Refined Radiance. Vintage Glamour. A Ring of Timeless Elegance. Delicately crafted with 7 bezel-set diamonds this curved wedding band features a 3.5 mm pear brilliant diamonds appr...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.42 CT Curved Wedding Band, Bezel Set Stackable Ring in 18 solid gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Refined Radiance. Vintage Glamour. A Ring of Timeless Elegance. Delicately crafted with 7 bezel-set diamonds this curved wedding band features a 3.5 mm pear brilliant diamonds appr...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.80 CT Curved Wedding Band, Bezel Set Stackable Ring in 18 solid gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Refined Radiance. Vintage Glamour. A Ring of Timeless Elegance. Delicately crafted with bezel-set diamonds this curved wedding band features a 2.2 mm round brilliant center diamond ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
0.16 CT Curved Wedding Band, Bezel Set Stackable Ring in 18 solid gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Refined Radiance. Vintage Glamour. A Ring of Timeless Elegance. Delicately crafted with bezel-set diamonds this curved wedding band features a 3 mm round brilliant center diamond an...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Art Deco 18k Gold Diamond Ruby Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Experience timeless elegance with this exquisitely crafted stunning and royal-looking ring, crafted in 18K gold (5.23gms). Its design is classic and eye-catching, making it a premium...
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Single Cut Wedding Ring. Pave Set Diamond Eternity Band Platinum Engraved 2mm
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Secondary Stones: Diamond Secondary Stone Weight: 0.30 carats Secondary Stone Cut: Single Cut Stone Setting: Pavé Set Jewelry Type: Band Style: Eternity, Pavé, Milgr...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Inspired Asscher Cut Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in London, England
A beautiful Art Deco inspired Asscher cut diamond ring set in platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
Natural Diamond Oval Cut 1.00 CT GIA Engagement Wedding Ring Set 14K Rose Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Natural Diamond Oval Cut 1.00 Carat GIA Engagement Wedding Ring Set 14K Rose Gold. This ring set features a natural oval cut diamond in a coordinated engagement and wedding band desi...
Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
1.38 Carat Five Row Pavé Set Solitaire Cubic Zirconia Luna Wedding Band Ring
By Lustre of London
Located in London, GB
Finely paved set gems give this solitaire ring an eye catching sparkle. Featuring a stunning 1.06ct solitaire, mounted in a band of 0.32ct dazzling round brilliant cuts, set in 925...
Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Silver
TJD 1 Carat Round and Baguette Diamond 14K Rose Gold Art Deco Style Wedding Band
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Embrace yourself with this breath-taking diamond studded ring that is ready to make you shine. The ring is crafted from 14-karat rose gold and features Round Brilliant 118 and Baguet...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Art Deco Demantoid Green Garnet Diamond Platinum Ring Flower Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a stunning Antique Edwardian - Art Deco 1/2 Carat Green Demantoid Garnet Diamond Platinum Wedding Engagement Cocktail Ring in a gorgeous flower motif design.
Diamond, Garnet, Platinum, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum Diamond Wedding Band. 0.60TCW Eternity Ring Pave Set Twist link G-H VS
Located in New York, NY
The sculptural chain-inspired silhouette gives the band a sophisticated Art Deco-style character while maintaining the enduring appeal of an eternity design.
Diamond, Platinum
Genuine Blue Sapphire Prong Set Eternity Wedding Band Ring in 14k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Genuine Blue Sapphire Prong Set Eternity Wedding Band Ring in 14K Gold featuring natural blue sapphire of 1.64 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style. Sapphire s...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.5 Carat Emerald and Old Cut Diamond 2 Piece Wedding Band and Ring Set
Located in Miami, FL
Natural 1.5 Carat Emerald & Rose Cut Diamond 2-Piece Matching Wedding Band & Ring Set in 14k Two Tone Gold. Details: Item Type: Statement Ring Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Size: 6.25 (adj...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.38 Carat Cubic Zirconia Five Row Pavé Set Solitaire Luna Wedding Band Ring
By Lustre of London
Located in London, GB
Finely paved set gems give this solitaire ring an eye catching sparkle. Featuring a stunning 1.06ct solitaire, mounted in a band of 0.32ct dazzling round brilliant cuts, set in 925...
Rose Gold, Sterling Silver, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
1.38 Carat Cubic Zirconia Five Row Pavé Set Solitaire Luna Wedding Band Ring
By Lustre of London
Located in London, GB
Finely paved set gems give this solitaire ring an eye catching sparkle. Featuring a stunning 1.06ct solitaire, mounted in a band of 0.32ct dazzling round brilliant cuts, set in 925...
Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
Art Deco Inspired Round Diamond Ring with Baguette Shoulders Set in Platinum
Located in London, England
A beautiful Art Deco inspired round brilliant cut diamond ring set in platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 1945 Ceylon Sapphire 2.55ct & Diamond 0.20ct Platinum Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 2.55 carat Ceylon sapphire and 0.20 carat diamond, platinum Art Deco ring; part of our diverse collection of sapphire engagement rings.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1 Carat Baguette Cut Wedding Ring. Diamond Channel Set Eternity Band 3mm I SI1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Secondary Stones: Diamond Secondary Stone Weight: Approximately 1.00 carats Secondary Stone Cut: Baguette Cut Secondary Stone Color: I Color Secondary Stone Clarity: ...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
French 1925s Art Deco Insignificant Colombian Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in platinum. Sublime and feminine Art Deco ring, it is set with a rectangular- cut emerald in a surround of 8/8- cut diamonds bordered by a millegrain.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage Art Deco Revival Onyx & Coral White Gold Ring Jacket
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
An alluring estate find, this ring jacket will showcase your solitaire ring in the timeless style of the 1920s Art Deco jazz age.
Coral, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,760Sale Price / item|20% Off
1.68 CTW Channel Set Blue Sapphire and Diamond Wedding Band Ring 18k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant wedding band is crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and features a sophisticated channel setting of vibrant blue sapphires and shimmering white diamonds. The total gemstone...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.55 Carat Art Deco Diamond Halo Ring in 18K White Gold Anniversary Ring
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
Crafted in polished 18K white gold, this natural diamond halo ring showcases an architectural design inspired by the glamour of the Art Deco era.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1920s Old European Cut Diamond & Sapphire Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Monica, CA
This stunning 1920s Art Deco engagement ring from the antique jewelry collection at Bracken Jewelers in Santa Monica, California, features a 0.47ct old European cut diamond complemen...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Gold
French Art Deco Diamond Ring Engagement Platinum Vintage Bridal Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
The clean square design was a popular design motif of Art Deco era jewelry. The ring would make a lovely vintage alternative engagement or wedding band or right hand ring for everyda...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Platinum Wedding Set 0.95 Carat Old European Cut Diamond
Located in Montgomery, AL
We are loving this minimalist vintage wedding set!! Engagement Ring Details Material: Platinum Head Width: 2.4mm Head Height: 5.5mm Shank Width: 1mm Weight: 2.9 Grams Finger Size: 5...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Opal Black Onyx Ring 14 Karat Gold Antique
Located in New York, NY
The original Art Deco jewel dates to circa 1890-1930. The ring is a gorgeous and rare opal jewel and a fabulous wedding or engagement ring, cocktail ring or a dramatic everyday tre...
Opal, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Art Deco 2.08ct Diamond Platinum Round Engagement Ring Sz. 5.75
Located in Morris Plains, NJ
Ideal as an engagement, wedding, or collector’s vintage statement ring, this piece embodies timeless style and Art Deco sophistication.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Persian Turquoise Diamond Ring 14 Karat Gold Antique
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous Antique Retro - Art Deco Ring with 18 natural Persian Turquoise cabochons of stunning beauty with 9 sparkling white Diamonds set in a 14 Karat Yellow Gold pyramid ...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sapphire Diamond Ring Wedding Engagement Band Ring Antique Appraised $5681
Located in New York, NY
This is an absolutely stunning 1 Carat Diamond, Natural Sapphire Antique Wedding Engagement Band Ring in 14 Karat Gold. The ring has been very conservatively appraised at $5681.00. ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Art Deco Aquamarine Old Mine Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning antique Art Deco 2.6 Carat Aquamarine and Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring in an 18 Karat White Gold filigree open work setting of great beauty.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Art Deco 5.01ct Zambian Emerald & 1.48ct Diamond Ring, 18k Gold, India
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This stunning, designer-made Ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features an EMERALD gems...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Marquise Ruby Round Diamond Wedding Ring. Alternate Eternity Band Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Ruby Secondary Stones: Diamonds Stone Setting: Bezel-set rubies with milgrain detailing and prong-set diamonds in box settings Jewelry Type: Ring Styl...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Art Deco Style Channel Set Square Emerald Half Eternity Band Ring in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
A sleek emerald band ring crafted in 925 Sterling Silver, featuring seven square cut emeralds measuring 3 mm each and totaling 0.95 carat. The vibrant green gemstones are channel set...
Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
Natural Diamond 1.51 Carats 18KT Yellow Gold Art Deco Cocktail Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
The vintage-inspired design features a sparkling cluster of round diamonds encased in a halo of baguette diamonds set in an accented white gold band. The Art Deco-inspired design add...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 1.15 Carat Pink Sapphire & .40 Carat Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details: Fabulous alternative engagement or wedding ring! Stunning Art Deco period pink violet sapphire and diamond platinum ring.
Sapphire, Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
$2,140Sale Price|20% Off
14 Karat 2-Tone Diamond Wedding Set Total Weight .64pts
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k 2tone diamond wedding set total weight .64pts., containing 1 brilliant cut diamonds weighing .32pts and 6 round full cut diamonds weighing .32pts. ring size is 6 and can be sized...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Diamond Art Deco Revival Gold Eternity Band Ring Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Diamond White Gold Eternity Band Ring. Securely Hand set with 24 Round Brilliant-Cut Diamonds, weighing approx. 2.00tcw. Hand crafted 18K White Gold...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 13 Carat Black Opal Ring 14 Karat Gold Antique Cocktail Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a stunning Black Opal Antique Art Deco ring with a gorgeous 13.5 Carat Black Opal with radiant fire set in a 14 Karat Gold setting of great beauty.
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Art Deco Ruby Eternity Ring Sz 5.5 Anniversary Band Stacking Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant vintage Art Deco era ruby ring (circa 1920s to 1930s), crafted in 900 platinum.
Ruby, Platinum
Natural Diamond 1.51 carats 18KT White Gold Art Deco Cocktail Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
The vintage-inspired design features a sparkling cluster of round diamonds encased in a halo of baguette diamonds set in an accented white gold band. The Art Deco-inspired design add...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1950s Art Deco Style Emerald Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Our opinion : An antique emerald ring of Art Deco style with a superb emerald coming from Colombian mines.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.25 Carat Round Diamond Floral Wedding Ring. Eternity Band Ring Platinum 4.7mm
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Secondary Stones: Diamond Secondary Stone Weight: Approximately 0.25 carats Secondary Stone Cut: Round Cut Jewelry Type: Band Style: Floral, Eternity, Vintage-Style ...
Diamond, Platinum
2.45 Carat Baguette Cut Wedding Ring. Eternity Diamond Band Ring Platinum G-H
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamonds Diamond Weight: 2.45 carats total Diamond Cut: Baguette Cut Diamond Color: G–H or better Stone Setting: Channel-set Jewelry Type: Band Style:...
Diamond, Platinum
14k Solid Gold Matching Couples Rings His Her Brushed Wedding Band Couple Ring.
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Gold Matching Couples Rings His Her Brushed Wedding Band Couple Ring. Total Carat Weight 0.24 & Under Base Metal Yellow Gold Band Style Bands without Stones His Band Width ...
Gold, 14k Gold
$15,600Sale Price|20% Off
4.84 Carat White Round Diamond Solitaire Wedding Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
2.58 carat White Old European Cut diamond is set along with 2.26 carat of fancy color rose cut diamond. The ring is made in 18 K gold and is hand made in Hong Kong. Ring Size: US 5.75
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow 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.