IGI Certified 1.2tcw Baguette Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
A sculptural masterpiece of Art Deco elegance, this Cluster Bypass Engagement Ring features interlocking arms that wrap the finger in a continuous embrace of light.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
$799Sale Price / item|26% Off
Double Moissanite Unique 14k gold Ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Pear moissanite bypass ring. Moissanite halo engagement ring. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 2.5 gr depends from size.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$747Sale Price / item|26% Off
Round diamond moissanite spiral 14k gold ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Round diamond moissanite spiral 14k gold ring. Swirl Bypass moissanite engagement ring. 1 ct moissanite promise ring.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$769Sale Price / item|26% Off
Round diamond moissanite spiral 14k gold ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Round diamond moissanite spiral 14k gold ring. Swirl Bypass moissanite engagement ring. 1 ct moissanite promise ring.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$845Sale Price / item|26% Off
Pear and round diamond cut moissanite open ended 14k gold ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Pear moissanite bypass ring. Moissanite engagement ring. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 2.2 gr depends from size Moissanite: weight 0.5 ct, D/ VS, pear brilliant cut Side stones: round bri...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14k White Gold Bypass Diamond 0.20ct Certified Solitaire Engagement Ring.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage Size: 5.5 Materials: Gold Gemstone: Diamond Gem Color: Colorless Band Color: White Beautiful engagement ring. 14k Polished White Gold. Weighted at 1.7grams total. It is ca...
White Gold
2.28tcw 14K Round Colombian Emerald & Bypass Baguette Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a spectacular round Colombian emerald and diamond baguette cocktail ring 14K. Set in 14k yellow gold, the sublime emerald weigh a perfect 1.50-carats and is set alongsid...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Halo Bypass Ring 10k Round .25ctw Engagement
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $30 or Down 1 size for $30 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .25ctw Cut: Round Br...
Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,160Sale Price / item|20% Off
1.01 Carat Natural Pear Diamond Bypass Solitaire Engagement Ring 18K White Gold
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
A pear-shaped diamond points outward from an asymmetric bypass band in this ring, the shank curving past itself rather than meeting the stone from two even sides. That off-center con...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emerald And Diamond Bypass Cocktail Engagement Ring 18K White Gold Size 6
Located in New York, NY
This stunning bypass ring is crafted in fine 18K white gold. Adorned with prong set shimmering pear cut emerald and diamond with channel set baguette cut diamonds on the band shoulde...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$7,524Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K White Gold 2.01 Ct Pear & Oval Diamond Bypass Open Cocktail Engagement Ring
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
Dramatically modern and breathtakingly bold, this open bypass cocktail ring is crafted in 18K white gold with two graduating arms — one set with cascading pear-shaped diamonds, the o...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond All-In-One Bypass Engagement Wedding Ring 10k Rd .16ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .04ct Cut: Round Brillian...
Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1.41 Carat SI/H Mixed Cut Diamond Open Bypass 18Karat White Gold Engagement Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Elevate your style with this elegant natural diamond band ring crafted in 18K white gold. Featuring a stunning mix of emerald, pear, and marquise-cut diamonds, this design creates a ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Platinum 18k Gold 6.07ctw GIA Pear Fancy Yellow Diamond Bypass Moi et Toi Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This absolutely magnificent bypass engagement/right hand ring was crafted from solid .950 platinum and 18k yellow gold and features a pair of large, GIA certified, pear cut diamonds ...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Statement 1.58Ct Natural SI/H Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Statement 1.58Ct Natural SI/H Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry This ring features marquise cut diamonds making a band with three marquise cut diamond set in the center v...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,684Sale Price / item|20% Off
Statement 1.58Ct Natural SI/H Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Statement 1.58Ct Natural SI/H Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry This ring features marquise cut diamonds making a band with three marquise cut diamond set in the center v...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Sterling Silver 1/3 Cttw Composite Diamond Frame Bypass Bridal Set Ring and Band
Located in New York, NY
Introducing a dazzling masterpiece crafted with utmost precision and elegance. This .925 Sterling Silver Bridal Set Ring and Band is a true symbol of everlasting love. With a mesmeri...
Diamond, White Diamond, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver 1/3 Cttw Composite Diamond Frame Bypass Bridal Set Ring and Band
Located in New York, NY
Introducing a dazzling masterpiece crafted with utmost precision and elegance. This .925 Sterling Silver Bridal Set Ring and Band is a true symbol of everlasting love. With a mesmeri...
Diamond, White Diamond, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
.925 Sterling Silver 1/10 Cttw Diamond Swirl and Bypass Bridal Set Ring and Band
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the mesmerizing allure of this .925 Sterling Silver Bridal Set Ring and Band. Crafted with utmost precision, this Elegant Collection piece showcases a captivating swirl an...
Diamond, White Diamond, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
.925 Sterling Silver 1/10 Cttw Diamond Swirl and Bypass Bridal Set Ring and Band
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the mesmerizing allure of this .925 Sterling Silver Bridal Set Ring and Band. Crafted with utmost precision, this Elegant Collection piece showcases a captivating swirl an...
Diamond, White Diamond, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
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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