Unusual Patterned Dark Australien Opal SIlver Ring 3.6ct
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver ring with natural unusual patterned Dark Opal Opal origin - Australia weight of the Opal - 3.6 carat gemstone measurements 10 х 17 mm ring weight - 10.8 grams ring size - 8 1/...
Opal, Black Opal, Silver
Edwardian Black Opal Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Halo Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval shaped opal cabochon measuring 9.0 x 13.0 mm Semi-opaque black in body color with spectral play-of-color Bezel set in platinum with a diamond halo surround With add...
Diamond, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Black Star Pink Opal and Citrine Cocktails Ring
Located in Trumbull, CT
Natural Black star stone with perfect 4 lines Teardrop shape (Very Unusual) Cocktail Ring.
Sterling Silver
Contemporary 0.86 CTW Diamond Opal Platinum Halo Cluster Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval-shaped opal cabochon measuring 9.0 x 12.0 mm Black in body color with strong violet and blue play-of-color Prong set with a halo surround of round brilliant cut di...
Blue Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
14K Yellow Gold Vintage Opal Ring 3.5g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
On the sides are two old mine-cut diamonds, .07 total carats, set in platinum. Ring size is 5 and can be sized down to 4 1/2 or up to 6 for an extra fee.
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Tanzanite, Opal, & Onyx Ring - 14k Trillion 1.24ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/4 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Tanzanite Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Carat(s): 1.10ct (carat stamp) Cut: Trillion Color: P...
Onyx, Opal, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Gold Australian Black Opal Diamond Bracelet
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
18K Gold Australian Black Opal Diamond Bracelet. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free One Year Limited Warranty! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order! Opal—the queen of g...
Opal, Black Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage 5.54ctw Australian OPAL & Round Baguette Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 5.54ctw Australian OPAL & Round Baguette Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Ring. Highly prized and sought after by kings, emperors, maharajas and sultans, the majestic Opal has been de...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Fire Opal & Pink Tourmaline Ring — 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Fire Opal & Pink Tourmaline Ring — 18K Gold & Silver Center Natural Fire Opal — 9 Carats • Origin: Australia • Tr Sugar loaf cabochon • Saturated Pink with lu...
Opal, Tourmaline, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Green Opal & Pink Tourmaline Ring — 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Green Opal & Pink Tourmaline Ring — 18K Gold & Silver Center Natural Green Black Opal — 9 Carats • Origin: Australia • Tr Sugar loaf cabochon • Satura...
Opal, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Silver
Australian Black Opal Diamond Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Australian Black Opal Diamond Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free One Year Limited Warranty! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order! Opal—the ...
Opal, Diamond, Black Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Australian Sime Black Opal Diamond Tsavorite Pendant Necklace 18k
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
One of a Kind Hexagon Two Sides Australian Sime Black Opal Diamond Tsavorite Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with eve...
Diamond, Opal, Tsavorite, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
12.55 Ct. Fire Opal & Pave' Diamond Designer Ring in 18K Gold by Assor Gioielli
By Assor Gioielli
Located in Honolulu, HI
This ring features a stunning 12.55 carats large oval cabochon orange fire opal set in a well crafted 18k white gold ring pave' set with round champagne diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold
Opal Engagement Ring with Emerald and Diamond Halo in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
(approx. total weight) Size: US 3 - 8 available Center Gemstones Type: Opal Shape: Oval Size: 9 x 7 mm. Number: 1 Weight: 1.20 Carat (approx. total weight) Accent Gemstones Type: ...
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
B & H 2000's Opal Diamond 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Contemporary Foliate Halo Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval shaped opal cabochon measuring 7.0 x 9.0 mm - black in body color with spectral play-of-color Bezel set with a halo surround of bead set round brilliant cut diamond...
Diamond, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Beautiful Halo Diamond Black Opal Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Halo Diamond Black Opal Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order! Opal—the queen of gemstones, is one of the mo...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Australian Black Opal & Diamond Tsavorite 18K Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
The Saturn - Australian Black Opal & Diamond Tsavorite 18K Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order! Opal—th...
Diamond, Opal, Tsavorite, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Halo Diamond Tsavorite Australian Black Opal Necklace 18k Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Halo Diamond Tsavorite Australian Black Opal Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order! Opal—the queen of gem...
Diamond, Opal, Tsavorite, Black Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Pretty Marquise Black Opal & Halo Diamond Stud Earrings 14k Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Description Marquise Black Opal & Halo Diamond Stud Earrings 14k Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order! Opal—the queen of gems...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Earth-Moon Design Australian Black Opal Diamond Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Earth-Moon Design Australian Black Opal Diamond Necklace 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order! Opal—the queen of gemstone...
Diamond, Opal, Tsavorite, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Stylish Australian Black Opal Diamond Tsavorite Pendant Necklace 14K Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Stylish Australian Black Opal Diamond Tsavorite Pendant Necklace 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order! Opal—the queen of ...
Opal, Diamond, Tsavorite, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,174Sale Price|20% Off
Australian Black Opal Necklace Trapezoid Shaped Pendant 18k Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Australian Black Opal Necklace Trapezoid Shaped Pendant 18k Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order! Opal—the queen of gemstones...
Opal, Black Opal, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Australian Opal Diamond Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Australian Opal ring is all custom made by hand and features a stunning cabochon cut Natural beautiful color Opal total weight o...
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citr...
$1,406Sale Price|20% Off
N1 Australian Black Opal & Diamond Earth Moon Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
N1 Australian Black Opal & Diamond Earth Moon Necklace 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order! Opal—the queen of gemsto...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pretty Green Colored Black Opal & Halo Diamond Stud Earrings 14k Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Green Colored Black Opal & Halo Diamond Stud Earrings 14k Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order! Opal—the queen of gemstones, ...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Baby Phoenix - Australian Semi Black Opal, Diamond, Sapphire Pendant Brooch 18K
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Baby Phoenix - Australian Semi Black Opal, Diamond, Sapphire Pendant Brooch 18K Gold. Design Name: Baby Phoenix Bringing endless possibilities of growth of wealth and joy to your li...
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,694Sale Price|20% Off
Extremely Rare Two Side Black Opal Seagull Wing Necklace & Diamond 18K Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Extremely Rare Two Side Australian Black Opal Seagull Wing Necklace & Diamond 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order! Opal—...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Snake Design Black Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold Viper Ring
Located in Suwanee, GA
Snake Design Black Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order! Opal—the queen of gemstones, is one of the most bea...
Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Baguette Diamond & Black Enamel 14K Yellow Gold Dome Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With 0.09 carats of carefully set natural baguette diamonds, this ring exudes elegance and sophistication.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
2.35ct Black Diamond & Blue Sapphire Pave Dome 14K Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite ring features a stunning combination of black diamonds and blue sapphires, totaling 2.35 carats.
Emerald, Platinum, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
0.26ctw Oval & Fancy Diamond Black Enamel 14K Yellow Gold Wrap Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ring Information Diamond Type : Natural Diamond Gold : 14k, 18K (Upon Request) Gold Color : Yellow Gold Stone Type : FANCY DIAMONDS, BLACK ENAMEL Weight : 1.076GR Oval Diamond Weight...
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Vintage Black Diamond 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Eternity Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Vintage Black Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Eternity Ring exudes timeless charm with a modern twist.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Elegant Band 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Pave Black Enamel Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Elegant Band 14K Yellow Gold Pave Black Enamel Ring combines the elegance of natural diamonds with the bold appeal of black enamel, turquoise, pink enamel, and ivory enamel.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Ruby Diamond and Enamel Art Deco Style Ring in 9K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A vibrant round Ruby shines at the heart of this Art Deco–inspired ring, set elegantly in a bezel. Surrounding Diamonds add sparkling brilliance, enhancing the gem’s rich red hue. Bl...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 9k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
0.13ct Blue Sapphire & Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Signet Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The ring features full-cut diamonds (D 0.08 CT), very fine cut diamonds (VFCD 0.12 CT), black diamonds (BD 0.04 CT), and a captivating blue sapphire (BS 0.13 CT).
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
0.26ct Blue Sapphire, Emerald & Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Eternity Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Emerald Green Diamond 14K Gold Gradient Band Ring exudes sophistication with a bold combination of blue sapphire, black diamonds, emeralds, and diamonds, all set in 14K yellow go...
Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Diamond Eclipse 14K (or 18k upon request) Gold Enamel Solitaire Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ring Information Diamond Type : Natural Diamond Gold : 14k, 18K (Upon Request) Gold Color : Yellow Gold Stone Type : BAGUETTE DIAMONDS, BLACK ENAMEL BAGUETTE DIAMONDS, BLUE ENAMEL BA...
Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Enamel Diamond 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Open Wrap Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate your style with this exquisite open wrap ring crafted from luxurious 14K yellow gold. Adorned with natural fancy diamonds totaling 0.18 carats and 0.14 carats of round diamon...
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Blue Tourmaline Diamond 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Signet Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The ring is adorned with an array of carefully selected stones, including full-cut diamonds (FCD 0.23 CT), a rich lapis lazuli gemstone (LPY 13.74 CT), and accents of turquoise, rose...
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Sapphire Diamond 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Open Wrap Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted in 14K yellow gold this ring features a striking arrangement of diamonds, pink sapphires, and black diamonds.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Platinum Emerald Cut Diamond 7.14 Carat Oval Australian Black Opal Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stones- 1 Natural Australian Black Opal 7.14 Carats, 4 Emerald Cut Diamonds F-G Color VS2 Clarity, Four Round Diamonds F-G Color VS2 Clarity, 0.65 Carats Total Diamond Weight.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Diamond Ivory Enamel 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Open Wrap Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ring Information Diamond Type : Natural Diamond Gold : 14k, 18K (Upon Request) Gold Color : Yellow Gold Stone Type : DIAMONDS, BLACK ENAMEL DIAMONDS, TURQUOISE DIAMONDS, IVORY ENAMEL...
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Enamel Diamond 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Open Wrap Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate your style with this exquisite open wrap ring crafted from luxurious 14K yellow gold. Adorned with natural fancy diamonds totaling 0.18 carats and 0.14 carats of round diamon...
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
AGL 18.92 Carat Black Opal with 25.94 Carat Tsavorite and Diamonds in Platinum
By Kiersten Elizabeth
Located in Southport, CT
18.92 Carat AGL Certified Black Opal with 16.53 Carats Tsavorite Garnets and 9.41 Carats of Diamonds set in Platinum 950 Necklace This amazing necklace was designed alongside a ring...
Diamond, Opal, Tsavorite, Platinum
Platinum Sapphire Unheated Purple Diamond GIA Ring Antique Old Mine 17.37 CTS!
Located in Sylvania, GA
GIA BREATHTAKING PLATINUM HUGE 17.37 CARAT UNHEATED PURPLE SAPPHIRE DIAMOND VINTAGE RING & BOX!
Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Beautiful Pear Shaped Black Opal Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Pear Shaped Black Opal Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order! Opal—the queen of gemstones, is one of the mos...
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Beautiful 14K Gold Australian Black Opal Diamond Halo Stud Earrings
Located in Suwanee, GA
14K Gold Australian Black Opal Diamond Halo Stud Earrings. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free One Year Limited Warranty! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order! Opal—the...
Diamond, Black Opal, Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Halo Diamond Stud Earrings with Black Opal 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Halo Diamond Stud Earrings with Australian Black Opal 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order! Opal—the queen of gemstones, ...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Beautiful Minimalist Australian Black Opal Necklace 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Australian Black Opal Necklace 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order! Opal—the queen of gemstones, is one of th...
Black Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Elegant Minimalist Oval Australian Black Opal Stud Earrings 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Oval Australian Black Opal Stud Earrings 14k Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order! Opal—the queen of gemstones, is...
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pretty Simple Oval Australian Black Opal Stud Earrings 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Simple Oval Australian Black Opal Stud Earrings 14k Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order! Opal—the queen of gemstones, is one...
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Classic Halo Design Black Opal Diamonds Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Classic Halo Design Australian Black Opal Diamonds Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free One Year Limited Warranty! Free Gift Bag or Box with ...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Blue Colored Black Opal & Diamond Stud Earrings in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Blue Colored Black Opal & Diamond Stud Earrings in 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order! Opal—the queen of gemstones,...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Precious White Opal & Boulder Opal "Heartbreak" Earrings in 18K Gold w Diamonds
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Two opals -- one a lively precious white opal, and the other a stormy dark blue boulder opal -- both broken. What to do? Spotting the fact they're the same approximate width, Eytan...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Minimalist Black Agate Australian Solid Opal Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Black Agate Australian Solid Opal Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order! Opal—the queen of gemsto...
Agate, Opal, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
Mid Century 1950 Pendant Brooch In Platinum With 5.64 Ctw In Diamonds And Opal
Located in Miami, FL
Diamonds: Mounted in channels settings, with 8 straight baguettes cut diamonds, 0.72 carats, white colorless F color, VS-2 clarity. Black Opal: Mount in four prongs, with 1 round ca...
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Round Cut Black Diamond 14K (or 18k upon request) Gold Eternity Band Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ring Information Metal : 14k, 18K (Upon Request) Diamonds : Round-cut and Black Round-cut Natural Diamonds Diamond Total Carat : 0.35ct Diamond Cut : Round-cut Diamond Clarity : VS ...
Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Mystic Black Cat Stud Earrings in 14K Gold with Diamond Eyes
Located in Suwanee, GA
Mystic Black Cat Stud Earrings in 14K Gold with Diamond Eyes. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order! Opal—the queen of gemstones, is one of...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Midnight Mirage 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Hand Chain Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bracelet Information Diamond Type : Natural Diamond Gold : 14k, 18K (Upon Request) Gold Color : Yellow Gold Stone Type : DIAMONDS, BLACK DIAMONDS Weight : 3.45GR Diamond Carat Weight...
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
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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