9.17 Carat Octagon Chivor Emerald & Diamond Palladium Ballerina Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This incredible ballerina-style ring features a vivid 9.17 carat emerald from the Chivor mine, framed by 3 carats of transitional cut diamonds in an intricate double halo.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Palladium
Vintage Elegant Platinum GIA 2.99ctw Oval Sapphire & Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Oval Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Very Nice Blue Color - 2.13ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ** Numerous N...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum 2.41ctw GIA Vivid Red Ruby Diamond Ballerina Statement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Cushiony Oval Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Very Nice Vivid Red Color - Heated - Thailand - 1.41ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below f...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Platinum GIA 2.89ctw Colombian Emerald & Diamond Oval Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Emerald - Octagonal Step Cut - Prong Set - Vivid Green Color - Clarity Enhanced F2 - 1.29ct (exact)** See Certification Details Below for Complete I...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage Platinum GIA 6.93ctw Colombian Emerald & Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Emerald - Octagonal Cut - Prong Set - Nice Green Color - Minor Oil - 5.29ct (exact)** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ** (66) Natu...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage 3.20 Carat Emerald 4.10 Carat Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring Circa 1950
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An emerald ballerina ring with baguette-cut diamonds is a striking gift for May birthdays, 35th anniversaries, or as a distinctive engagement ring.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage 18k Gold & Platinum 1.98ct Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage ballerina ring is an especially glamorous and collectible example of mid-century inspired gemstone jewelry, centered by a 1.98 carat silky blue sapphire surrounded by a ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
1.25 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Double Halo Ballerina Ring
Located in Miami, FL
1.25 carat oval cut blue sapphire set in platinum with a double-row ballerina-style round brilliant diamond halo totaling 0.50 carats, mounted on a split shank platinum band with sap...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum 2.93ctw Square Step Emerald w/ Round & Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Emerald - Square Step Cut - Prong Set - Rich Vibrant Green Color - 6.8x6.5mm - 1.54ct (exact) Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant & ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
4.65 ct Natural Baguette Diamond Ballerina Double Earrings, 18K Two-Tone Gold
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
An oval fancy-yellow diamond of about one and a half carats sits within a ballerina halo of seventy-one baguettes, repeated as an upper stud and a lower drop. Seventy-six round diamo...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum GIA 3.32ctw Ceylon Vivid Purple Pink Sapphire Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Oval Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Purple Pink Color - Heated - Ceylon- 100% Natural - 2.78ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below fo...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum GIA 2.77ctw Ceylon Vivid Pink Sapphire Diamond Wavy Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Oval Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Vivid Pink Color - Heated - Ceylon- 100% Natural -1.35ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for ...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Certified .56 Carat Natural Emerald Diamond Ballerina Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
The emerald his highlighted by 20 baguette cut and 12 round cut diamonds. The GIA has certified the emerald as natural with low-level clarity enhancement F1.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage 14k White Gold 12.07ct Amethyst and 1.62tcw Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage statement ring is crafted in 14k white gold and features a 12.07 carat amethyst accented by 1.62 carat total weight of diamonds. The amethyst displays rich purple color ...
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
18k Yellow Gold 6.5ctw Round Peridot w/ Diamond Ballerina Statement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Peridot -Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Vivid Grass Green Color - 10mm - 5.25ct (approx.) (30) Natural Genuine Diamond- Baguette & Round Brillia...
Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby with Diamond Ballerina Brooch Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.07 carats with Diamond 0.22 carat Brooch set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 2.0 cm Length: 5.0 cm Total Weight: 9.6 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was the...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Platinum 2.33ct GIA Color Change Ceylon No Heat Sapphire Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Oval Brilliant Step Cut - Prong Set - Bluish Violet Changing to Purple Color - Ceylon - No Heat - 1.33ct (exact) ** See Certification Det...
Diamond, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum GIA 2.53ctw Oval Ruby w/ Baguette & Round Diamond Flared Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Oval Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Red Color - Heated - 1.51ctw (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ** Numerous Natura...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Platinum GIA 2.57ctw No Heat Burma Sapphire Diamond Low Profile Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Oval Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Very Nice Blue Color - Burma - No Heat - 1.25ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
4.11 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring, GIA Certified
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
It is set in a classic ballerina setting with baguette-cut diamonds spiraling around the sapphire.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Ballerina Diamond and Akoya Pearl Brooch Sand Blasted 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k yellow gold Diamond Count: 12 single cut Diamond Carat Weight: 0.08 Akoya Pearl: 5.6 mm largest pearl, rest are 3.2-3.5 mm Diameter: 1.20" long, ...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum & 18k Gold GIA No Heat Burma Sapphire & Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This center stone is surrounded by a wavy ballerina design that is constructed from 20 custom baguette cut diamonds throughout.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1.48 Carat No Heat Ruby GIA and Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Oval NO HEAT Ruby GIA and Baguette & RBC Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set 1.48 Carat Oval NO HEAT GIA Ruby. Surrounded ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
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Art Deco Style Fancy Yellow Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring in 18K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This ballerina cocktail ring featuring 0.96 carats of diamonds set in 18K white gold. The fancy yellow diamonds in mixed shapes arranged in a radiant cluster setting. The design crea...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Certified Natural 14.69 Carat Yellow Sapphire Ballerina Ring
Located in New York, NY
Certified Natural 14.69 Carat Yellow Sapphire Ballerina Ring A platinum ballerina ring set with an oval yellow sapphire accented by 38 tapered baguette-cut diamonds Accompanied b...
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum
South Sea Pearl and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Ballerina Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This exquisite 18 carat white gold cluster ring features a gorgeous south sea pearl measuring 10.8mm, beautifully surrounded by 18 fine quality round brilliant cut diamonds. The wond...
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Ballerina Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Vintage ballerina gold brooch Round-cut diamonds, dancing ballerina motif, 18 karat yellow gold; marked 18k Size: width 1.25 inches, length 1.75 inches Total weight: 15.5 grams
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels Certified Natural Sapphire Ballerina Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef and Arpels Certified Natural Sapphire Ballerina Ring A ballerina ring set with a center oval cut sapphire and 24 baguette cut diamonds, Accompanied by an AGL certificat...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Fancy Deep Orange Yellow Marquise & Baguette Cut Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Fancy Deep Orange Yellow Marquise & Baguette Cut Diamond Ballerina Ring 3.20 carat marquise cut diamond surrounded by baguette cut diamonds (2.71 carats) set in pla...
Diamond, Platinum
3.60 Carat Burma Ruby Oval Cut and Diamond 18K Gold Men’s Ring
Located in Miami, FL
218K yellow gold men’s statement ring, circa 1990s, featuring a 3.60-carat oval-cut ruby described as Burma origin, bezel set at center and surrounded by a radial ballerina-style hal...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 3.20 Carat Emerald 4.10 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An emerald ballerina ring with baguette-cut diamonds is a striking gift for May birthdays, 35th anniversaries, or as a distinctive engagement ring.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique 6.25 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cluster Ring Circa 1935
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 6.25 carat diamond and platinum cluster ring with a feature pear cut diamond; part of our diverse collection of antique ballerina rings.
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Emerald Ring. Gubelin 1.80ct Emerald Diamond Halo Ring Platinum 1960
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Emerald Center Emerald Weight: 1.80 Carats Center Emerald Cut: Emerald Cut Certification: Gubelin Secondary Stones: Diamonds Diamond Weight: 1.60 Cara...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
AGL Certified Natural No Heat Burmese Ruby Diamonds Ring
Located in Austin, TX
An AGL certified Burmese natural, non heated oval mixed cut 2.64 carats ruby surrounded by 2,25 carats of round cut and baguette cut diamonds in ballerina white gold setting.
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold
GIA Cert. 9.72 Carat No Heat Star Ruby & Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA Certified unheated 9.72-carat purplish red star ruby sits at the heart of this vintage mixed cut diamond platinum ballerina-style ring. Details: Item Type: Cocktail Ring Metal: ...
Diamond, Star Ruby, Platinum
2.52 Carat Tanzanite Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The traditional ballerina setting has 14 Round Cut Diamonds that weigh 0.64 carats which beautifully float around the royal purple Tanzanite.
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
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