12.30 Carat Natural Spinel Diamonds Long Cluster Ballerina Ring 18 Karat
Located in New York, NY
G-color Vs-2 clarity 18kt. yellow gold 13.5 grams. Long Ballerina 1.4 Inch wide. current ring size: 7 can be resized please inquire $8,000 appraisal certificate will accompany.
Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.32 Carat No-Heat Ruby Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring, GIA Certified
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Ring Size 6.75 Weight: 8 grams
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Platinum GIA 3.51ctw Clean Bright Colombian Emerald Wavy Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Emerald - Octagonal Step Cut - Prong Set - Clean - Bright slightly pastel Green - Definitely unique and pleasant! - 2.29ct (exact) ** See Certificat...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Fancy 18k Gold AGL 7.67ctw Colombian Emerald & Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
You are looking at a MAGICAL emerald and diamond ballerina-style fancy cocktail ring crafted in solid 18k white gold and featuring a large, approximately 5.92 carats emerald cut genu...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Platinum 3.43ctw Oval Fiery Jelly Opal w/ Diamond Statement Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Clear w/ Amazing Fiery Play of Colors- 11.9x9.5mm (approx.) - 2.49ct (exact) Numerous Natural Genuine Diamond...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Platinum GIA 2.56ctw No Heat Periwinkle Blue Sapphire & Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Oval Cut - Prong Set - Periwinkle Blue Color - Ceylon - No Heat - Eye Clean- 2.0ct (exact stamped) ** See Certification Details Below for...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1.40 Carat Natural Colombian Emerald & Diamond Ballerina Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning ring featuring a 1.40 Carat Natural Colombian Emerald and 0.55 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum. People have admired emerald’s green for thousands of years. Emera...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
14 Karat Yellow Gold Trillion Cut Tanzanite and Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 14K yellow gold Diamond: 26 baguette cut = 1.50cttw Color: H Clarity: SI2 Tanzanite: 1 trillion cut = 1.55ct Dimensions: ring top measures 15mm wide...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Black Opal Diamond Ring. PT900 Platinum Opal Diamond Halo Ballerina Ring Band.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stunning Australian Black Opal Oval Cabochon Halo design ring with Diamond accents. Ballerina Design. Stunning for any occasion - Perfect Engagement or Promise ring.
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Black Opal Diamond Ring. PT850 Platinum Opal Diamond Halo Ballerina Ring Band.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stunning Australian Black Opal Oval Cabochon Halo design ring with Diamond accents. Ballerina Design. Stunning for any occasion - Perfect Engagement or Promise ring.
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
$1,616Sale Price|20% Off
1.25 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Double Halo Ballerina Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Ring Size 7.5, adjustable. Product Specifications: Item Type: Engagement / Cocktail Ring — Ballerina Halo Style Metal: Platinum 900 Size: 7.5 (Adjustable) Weight: 4.22 grams Shank T...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
.76ct Fancy Color Diamond Ruby Cocktail Circular Cluster Halo Ballerina Ring 14*
Located in New York, NY
Fancy Circular Cocktail Circular Halo Ballerina Mod Ring Natural Fancy color Center diamond: .76ct.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$9,800Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Royal Blue Marquise Sapphire & Diamond Ballerina Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
A striking vintage ballerina-style ring set in 18K yellow gold, built around a marquise cut royal blue sapphire framed by a full surround of tapered baguette diamonds radiating outwa...
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, ...
GIA Certified 8.12ct Natural No Heat Spinel 6.00ct Diamonds Ballerina Ring 18Kt*
Located in New York, NY
Ballerina Spinel 8.12ct. Natural GIA "No Heat" Spinel Diamonds ring.
Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro Yellow Gold 10 Carat Amethyst & Natural Diamond Ballerina Ring Circa 1970
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A bold retro 14K yellow gold ballerina-style cocktail ring centered with an emerald-cut natural purple amethyst measuring approximately 14.2 × 11.7 × 8 mm, weighing approximately 9 c...
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold Round Brilliant Cut and Baguette Cut Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K white gold Center Diamond: 1 round brilliant cut= 0.80ct Color: G Clarity: I1 Diamonds: 10 round cut= 0.45cttw Color: G-H Clarity: SI1-SI2 Diamonds: 24...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Sri Lankan Ceylon Sapphire, 3.06ct Diamond Halo Ballerina Ring 18K White Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
A spontaneous burst of brilliance, this ballerina-style cocktail ring showcases a 3.06-carat natural Ceylon sapphire, cut in a rare pear-shape brilliant and mounted in an elegant thr...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Platinum & 18k Gold GIA No Heat Burma Sapphire & Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Width: 14.85mm (0.58") (at the halo - north to south), 13.15mm (0.51") (east to west) - 2.1mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 9.5mm rise off the finger Condition: Vintage ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1970s 7.00 Carat Colombian Emerald and 4.00 Carat Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an AGL certified Colombian Emerald weighing 7.00 carats, set in a Ballerina setting with Round Brilliant and Tapered Baguette cut Diamonds weighing a...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
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
Vintage 1950s 5.13 Carat Radiant Cut Diamond and 6.00 Carat Ballerina Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with a GIA certified Radiant cut center Diamond weighing 5.13 carats, I color, SI1 clarity, GIA#2105435628. The center diamond is set in a ballerina settin...
Diamond, Platinum
18k Yellow Gold 7.83ct GIA Large Oval Sapphire & Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Large Oval Brilliant Cut - Spready Cut - Prong Set - Gorgeous Blue Color- Ceylon - No Heat - 6.18ct (approx.) ** See Certification Detai...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Platinum GIA 3.37ctw No Heat Pink Sapphire Diamond Target Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Oval Cut - Prong Set - Clean Vivid Pink Color - No Heat - Ceylon- 100% Natural -1.16ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Com...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum GIA 3.35ctw Apple Green Burma A Jade Diamond Wavy Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Jade - 100% Natural A Jade - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Green Color - Burma - 8.91 x 6.66 x 3.89 mm - 1.88ct (approx.) ** See Certification Det...
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Vintage Platinum 4.53ct Cabochon Cat's Eye w/ Diamond Target Wavy Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Cat's Eye - Round Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Green Color - 7.6mm - 3.33ct (exact - stamped) Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Baguette Cut - Prong...
Diamond, Cat’s Eye, Platinum
Vintage Platinum GIA 5.41ct Oval Sapphire w/ Diamond Double Halo Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Oval Cut - Prong Set - Royal Blue Color - No Heat- Ceylon - Clean - 4.32ct (exact. stamped) ** See Certification Details Below for Comple...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum GIA 3.87ctw Long Top Color No Oil Emerald Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Emerald - Long Emerald Octagonal Step Cut - Prong Set - Best Color - Top Color Vivid Green Color - No Oil - 100% Natural - 1.32ct (exact) ** See Cer...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Platinum GIA Large 7.38ctw Very Fine Colombian Emerald w/ Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Very Lively Green Colombian Emerald - Very well cut!! --Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Emerald - Octagonal Step Cut - Prong Set - Very Fine - Vibrant Green Color - Colombian - F2 ...
Diamond, Emerald, 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
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
Vintage Platinum GIA High Quality 3.89ctw Burma A Jade Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Jade - 100% Natural A Jade - Oval Double Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Deep Green Color - Translucent - 10.88 x 8.95 x 3.73 mm - 2.89ct (exact) ** See ...
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
18 Karat White Gold 13mm South Sea Pearl and Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K white gold Diamond: 48 round brilliant cut = 1.20cttw Color: I / J Clarity: SI1-2 Ring Size: 2.5 (please allow up to 2 additional business days for si...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Platinum Large GIA 11.26ctw No Heat Star Sapphire Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Star Sapphire - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Violet Blue Color - No Heat - 10.55ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info *...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Platinum GIA 3.83ctw Super Fiery Gray Opal w/ Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Double Cabochon Cut - Claw Prong Set - Gray Color w/ Amazing Play of Orange, Green, Blue & Yellow Color - 12.56 x 9.82 x 3.25mm / 2.64ct...
Diamond, Opal, 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
Vintage High Quality Platinum GIA 3.72ctw Vivid Red Ruby Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Cushion Cut - Prong Set - Heated - Thailand - Vivid Red Color - 2.16ct (exact-stamped) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info *...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Black Opal Diamond Ring. 18k Yelow Gold Opal Diamond Halo Ballerina Ring Band.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stunning Australian Black Opal Oval Cabochon Halo design ring with Diamond accents. Ballerina Design. Stunning for any occasion - Perfect Engagement or Promise ring.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold GIA 5.05ctw Pear Cut Emerald & Diamond Wavy Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Emerald - Pear Cut - Prong Set - No Treatment or Oil - Green Color - 2.05ct (approx. based on a the certification measurements) ** See Certification...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Oval Blue Sapphire Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring 14K Solid White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K White Gold Total Weight: 7.4 Grams Ring Size: 6.75 Sapphire Measurements: ~9.9 mm x 7.8 mm x 5.25 mm Sapphire Carat Weight: ~3 carats Sapphire...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
South Sea Pearl Brilliant and Baguette Diamond Halo Ballerina Ring 14k Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 11.4 Grams Pearl Diameter: ~14 mm Pearl Count: 1 south sea pearl Diamond Count: 24 brilliant cut, 40 baguette Diamond ...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
$12,800Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Royal Blue Oval Cut Sapphire & Diamond Ballerina Ring in 20K Yellow Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
A vintage ballerina-style ring in 850 yellow gold, a purity slightly above 20K, centered on a vivid oval cut royal blue sapphire with a full surround of tapered baguette diamonds fan...
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold
GIA Cert. 7.40 Carat Purplish Red Star Ruby & Diamond Art Deco Ballerina Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This bold cocktail ring is set in 18K white gold with a dramatic ballerina style split shank halo with pointed edges.
Diamond, Star Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold 0.70 Ct Oval Emerald & 1.00 Ct Diamond Starburst Ballerina Ring
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Preowned 14K yellow gold ring with 28 round brilliant-cut diamonds weighing approximately 1.00 carats (H color, VS clarity). In the center, one fine quality oval emerald weighing app...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s 1.38 Carat Oval Cut Emerald and 3.00 Carat Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Oval cut Emerald weighing 1.38 carat set in a Ballerina setting featuring Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 3.00 carat...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
TJD 0.70 Carat Natural Blue Sapphire and Diamond 14 Karat Gold Ballerina Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This ring dazzles with diamond and blue sapphire. Decorated with shimmering 23 round, 12 baguette-cut diamonds and 1 blue sapphire set in micro prong, channel and prong setting. We o...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Platinum GIA 4.83ctw Happy Green Burma A Jade w/ Diamond Halo Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Jade - 100% Natural A Jade - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Happy Bright Green Color - Burma - 11.96 x 10.31 x 4.24 mm - 4.23ct (approx.) ** See Ce...
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Platinum GIA 2.37ct No Heat Dark Royal Blue Sapphire Diamond Wavy Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Oval Cut - Prong Set - Dark Royal Blue Color - No Heat - Ceylon - 1.41ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ** ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Certified Natural Ruby and Diamond 6.10 Carat 18K Yellow Gold Ballerina Ring
Located in Tustin, CA
Beautiful brilliant cushion cut natural corundum ruby is GIA certified, prong set in 18 karat yellow gold and surrounded by prong-set tapered baguette and round diamonds in a timeles...
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum High Quality GIA 2.22ct No Heat Oval Ruby Diamond Halo Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Oval Cut - Great Cut - Prong Set - Gorgeous Red Color - No Heat - 1.02ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ** Nume...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
5.00 Carat Natural Type A Jade and Diamond Ballerina Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring featuring a 5.00 Carat, Natural, Non-dyed Jadeite and 1.03 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum. Jadeite has been cherished for millennia. Its nature is pure an...
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
14k Gold 2.54ctw GIA Burma NO HEAT Oval Sapphire Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Oval Brilliant Cut - Royal Blue Color - Burma - NO HEAT - 1.42ct (exact - certified) ** See Certification Details Below For More Info ** ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
GIA Certified 4.06 Carat Oval Cut Red No Heat Ruby Diamonds Ballerina Ring 14kt*
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 1.50Ct Natural Ruby Ring Report: 5191792586 Oval cut Clean Clarity 8.28 X 6.49 X 2.87mm GIA: Purplish Red No Heat / Fully Natural 1.50ct. side round diamonds. ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold GIA 3.01ct Pear Cut Minor Oil Emerald w/ Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Emerald - Pear Cut - Prong Set - Great Cut and Shape - Clean - Very Nice Green Color - Minor Oil - Clarity Enhanced F1 - 2.26ct (exact) ** See Cert...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Platinum GIA 2.98ct Burma No Heat Star Ruby w/ Diamond Swirl Mini Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Star Ruby - Oval Double Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Purplish Red Color - Nice Transparent Star - No Heat - Burma - 2.41ct (exact) ** See Certificatio...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$59,200Sale Price|20% Off
Oscar Heyman No Heat Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Ring in 18K Yellow Gold and Plat
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Chicago, IL
This stunning statement ring by Oscar Heyman showcases a captivating natural oval-cut ruby of exceptional color and brilliance, weighing approximately 2.31 carats. The vivid purplish...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Platinum Ruby Ballerina Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Platinum Ballerina Ring Featuring A 1.30 Carat Round Ruby Surrounded By 6.00 Carat Total Weight Tapered Baguette and Round Diamonds Of VS Clarity and G Color.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 2.00 Carat Diamonds Ballerina Cocktail Ring 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 2.00 Carat Diamonds Ballerina Ring 14k Gold. Elegant and sparkling diamonds in this ballerina style cocktail ring.
Diamond, 14k Gold
$8,800Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Vintage Ruby Ballerina Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
A striking vintage ruby and diamond ballerina ring, masterfully crafted in platinum and accompanied by a GIA report.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Certified 6.86 Carat Emerald and Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Certified 6.86 Carat Emerald and Diamond Ballerina Ring. The ring is 14k solid gold and weights approx 16 grams.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
$11,200Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 4 ct Heart Ruby Ballerina Diamond Ring 14K Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
A captivating vintage ruby and diamond ballerina ring crafted in 14 karat gold, showcasing a romantic and dramatic heart-shaped design.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k 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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