Aquamarine and Diamond Cocktail Ring, circa 1970
Located in London, GB
Aquamarine and diamond cocktail ring. Set with an octagonal emerald-cut natural unenhanced aquamarine in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 26.80 carats, further...
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold
Art Deco Diamond Cocktail Ring, circa 1930
Located in London, GB
Art Deco diamond cocktail ring. Diagonally set with two square step cut diamonds in open back rubover settings with a combined weight of 1.00 carats, each diamond flanked to one side...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 0.20ct Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring, Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This antique platinum diamond ring is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card.
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Ruby and Diamond Ring, circa 1970s
Located in London, GB
This vintage 1970s era ring is set in hand-engraved 18 carat yellow gold with an enticing combination rubies and diamonds. A deep red, faceted, oval-shaped ruby set at the ring’s cen...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Diamond Ring in Platinum, circa 1920s
Located in Wailea, HI
Circa 1920's Diamond Ring in Platinum Two Old Mine Cut Diamonds weighing 1.10 carats approximately [KL - SI] [bright with no imperfections visible to the naked eye] Three Old Mine Cu...
White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1.06 Carats certified diamond ring circa 1970
Located in Uccle, BE
18K White Gold Diamond Ring Elegant 18K white gold ring featuring a certified round brilliant-cut diamond weighing 1.06 carats at its center (IGI certified, F color, SI2 clarity). Th...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the 1930s, this stunning cluster ring is all handmade. The centre diamond is a transitional cut and weighs 0.91 carat. It has been estimated as a G in colour and VS1 in cla...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1925
Located in London, GB
Art Deco diamond cluster ring. Vertically set with two round old cut diamonds in open back rubover settings with a combined weight of 1.40 carats, flanked by two round old cut diamon...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring Set Circa 1950s
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Vintage Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring Set Circa 1950s.
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Aquamarine and Diamond Ring, circa 1940s
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous dress ring is there to impress! The centre Emerald cut Aquamarine weighs 18.00 carat and is double claw set. It is a stunning stone, with a lovely pale blue colour and ...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold
Edwardian Five-Stone Diamond Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
Dating to approximately 1910, this Edwardian ring is a five stone with graduating diamonds. The transitional cut diamonds start with a 0.35 carat in the centre and the two adjacent o...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Diamond Boat Dress Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
A stunning ring dating to the Edwardian era. There are two rows of graduating diamonds, starting in the centre, they weigh 0.20 carat, moving out, 0.15 carat each and on either end 0...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage Platinum Trilogy Ring, 1.67ct Diamond, Circa 1950, Unisex
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning vintage trilogy diamond ring has been crafted in platinum. The pierced decorated setting displays a feature vintage (circa 1950) 0.65Ct transitional modern brilliant r...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco diamond ring, American, circa 1935.
Located in London, GB
Art Deco emerald-cut diamond ring. Set vertically with an octagonal emerald-cut diamond to centre in an open back rubover millegrain setting, with a weight of 0.85 carats, accompanie...
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian Five-Stone Diamond Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the Edwardian era, this ring features old cut diamonds graduating in size. The centre diamond, claw set, weighs 0.40 carat, the two either side 0.25 carat each and the...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
In the centre of this beautifully handmade ring is an old cut diamond weighing 0.57 carat. It has been estimated as G in colour and SI2 in clarity. The sparkling stone is claw set wi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
Intricately designed, this cluster ring has a combined weight of 0.95 carat and the diamonds are all old cuts. In the centre is a 0.25 carat and the rest of the weight is in the clus...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Halo Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
This delicate little cluster ring features a chunky old cut diamond, weighing 0.67 carat. It would have been hand cut specifically for this ring and has been beautifully claw set wit...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum & Diamond Ring Circa 1930s
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
Diamonds: One natural early European cut, 6.25mm H-J colour, VS2 material, estimated weight 0.92ct Two natural early European cut, 5.38mm, H-J colour, VS2 material, estimated tota...
Diamond, Platinum
Victorian diamond coronet cluster ring, circa 1860.
Located in London, GB
Victorian diamond coronet cluster ring. Set to centre with a cushion shape old mine diamond in an open back rubover setting with an approximate weight of 3.65 carats encircled by fou...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian Five-Stone Diamond Ring, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
Dated around the 1880s, this lovely five stone ring is typically victorian in it's style and feel. The old cut diamonds have a total carat weight of 0.35 and are claw set within the ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 0.50ct Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1910s
Located in London, GB
This delicate Edwardian cluster ring features nine sparkling old cut diamonds all rubover set in platinum. Cut by hand, the diamonds are estimated to be G in colour and SI in clarity...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Vintage Mario Buccellati Diamond Gold Ring, circa 1970s
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Napoli, NA
An iconic signed and hallmarked Mario Buccellati ring crafted in 18k yellow and white gold, featuring the maison’s distinctive hand-engraved textured finish and intricate openwork de...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Diamond & Sapphire Ring Circa 1930s
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
Diamonds: One natural transitional cut, 6.4mm average diameter, J-L colour, SI1 material, estimated total weight 0.93ct Ten natural single cut, good material, estimated total weight...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Edwardian Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
This elegant and classic solitaire features an old cut diamond set to centre. The stone, which weighs 0.65 carat, has been claw set and graded as H in colour and VS1 in clarity. Th c...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique 0.85ct Diamond Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring, Circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 0.85 carat diamond and platinum solitaire and engagement ring set; part of our diverse diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Platinum
Georgian sapphire and diamond cluster ring, circa 1820
Located in London, GB
Georgian sapphire and diamond cluster ring. Set to centre with an octagonal step-cut natural sapphire in a closed back rubover setting with an approximate weight of 3.75 carats, surr...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique 1.43ct Diamond & Platinum Cluster Engagement Ring, Circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique and contemporary 1.43 carat diamond and platinum cluster ring; part of our diverse diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Platinum
14k Gold Citrine Diamond Ring circa 1970s
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This stunning circa 1970s 14k gold citrine and diamond ring exudes vintage elegance and timeless sophistication.
Vintage Ruby and Diamond Statement Ring, Circa 1920s
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This glamorous ring is reminiscent of the cosmos bursting with life! The starry spotlight sets the perfect stage for its constellation of twinkling diamonds and radiant rays of rubie...
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 0.50ct Diamond Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring, Circa 1940
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The ring is supplied with an independent diamond grading certificate.
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
Dating to the Edwardian era, this solitaire features an old cushion cut as the centre of attention. It weighs 0.56 carat and has been estimated as H in colour and SI1 in clarity. The...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Marquise diamond flanked solitaire ring, circa 1950.
Located in London, GB
Marquise diamond flanked solitaire ring. Set to centre with a marquise shape transitional cut diamond, F colour, VS2 clarity, with a weight of 1.74 carats, in an open back claw setti...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Retro Engagement Ring, 0.75ct Diamond, Circa 1940s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This stunning platinum engagement ring from the 1940s centers a prong-set, transitional round brilliant-cut diamond weighing 0.75 carats, with G-H color and VS-2 clarity, exuding a c...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Diamond Cluster Ring, 4.70ct Marquise & Round, Circa 2000
Located in Sewickley, PA
This is a bold diamond cluster statement ring in white gold, designed with dramatic sparkle and dimensional flair. Crafted in Platinum, this eye catching ring features an elaborate...
Diamond, Platinum
Bulgari Ceylon sapphire and diamond 'Trombino' ring, circa 1980.
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
Bulgari Ceylon sapphire and diamond 'Trombino' ring. Set to centre with one oval mixed cut natural no heat Ceylon sapphire in an open back claw setting with a weight of 8.03 carats, ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
Edwardian Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum, circa 1910
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This gorgeous Edwardian engagement ring, crafted circa 1910 in platinum, is a divine piece of jewelry that embodies the elegance and delicacy of the era.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Opal, Diamond and Platinum Ring, Circa 1930
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco opal, diamond and platinum ring, with a long oval, water opal, with superb play of colour, in a six claw basket setting, with two eight-cut diamonds, grain set, in each s...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
CARTIER Destinée Platinum Diamond Wedding Ring, 1.45ct, Circa 2015
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
CARTER Destinée ring in 950/1000 platinum with diamonds. Original price: €14,000. Condition: very good. Size: 47. Width: 0.3 cm. Diamond weight: 1.45 carats. Total weight: 3.35 g. Ha...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage aquamarine and diamond cocktail ring, circa 1970
Located in London, GB
Vintage aquamarine and diamond cocktail ring. Set with a rectangular step-cut natural aquamarine in an open back split corner claw setting with an approximate weight of 29.29 carats,...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Bombe Ring, circa 1980s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This shimmering and substantial 1980s bombe ring is a dazzling masterpiece, meticulously crafted in platinum. At its center is a striking bezel-set oval brilliant-cut sapphire, weigh...
Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, Circa 1930
Located in Altrincham, GB
A stunning diamond engagement ring, set with a 0.80 carat transitional cut diamond.
Diamond, Platinum
Victorian 0.50 Carat Diamond Signet Ring, circa 1900s
Located in London, GB
This classic Victorian ring features a half carat diamond, 0.50 carat, in the claw setting which is timeless for the period. Dating to around the 1900s, the ring is handmade from 18 ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Bulgari Diamond Trombino Ring, Italian, circa 1963
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
Bulgari diamond Trombino ring. Set to centre with a drop shape brilliant cut diamond, E colour, VS2 clarity with a weight of 2.83 carats, in an open back claw setting, flanked by two...
Diamond, Platinum
8.46 carat Diamond and sapphire target ring, circa 1920.
Located in London, GB
8.46 carat Diamond and sapphire target ring. Centrally set with a cushion shape old mine cut diamond, O-P colour, SI1 clarity with a weight of 8.46 carats, in an open back rubover se...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Circa 1920 Platinum Emerald 0.57ct & Diamond 1.20ct Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This ring is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco natural pearl and diamond ring, circa 1925.
Located in London, GB
Tested platinum settings, circa 1925. Our in-house gemmologist has assessed the diamond to be approximately G colour and SI clarity.
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Old mine diamond gypsy ring, circa 1980.
Located in London, GB
Old mine diamond gypsy ring. Set to centre with a cushion shape old mine diamond, D colour, SI1 clarity, with a weight of 1.72 carats in a open back rubover setting, to a solitaire d...
Diamond, 18k Gold
1.10 Carat Diamond Trilogy Ring in Platinum, Birmingham Circa 1980
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning vintage and contemporary diamond trilogy ring has been crafted in platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
Old mine diamond gypsy ring, circa 1900.
Located in London, GB
Old mine diamond gypsy ring. Set to centre with a cushion shape old mine diamond, in an open back rubover gypsy setting with an approximate weight of 2.20 carats, to a heavy solitair...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Colombian emerald and diamond dress ring, French, circa 1960.
Located in London, GB
Colombian emerald and diamond dress ring. Set with an octagonal emerald-cut natural Colombian emerald with minor oil in an open back claw setting with a weight of 3.12 carats, flanke...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Circa 1950s Antique Marquise Diamond Band Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1950s Item Details: Ring Size: 4.75 (Sizeable) Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 7.2 grams Diamond Details: 1.00ct total weight, Antique Marquise and Tran...
Diamond, Platinum
Mauboussin diamond cluster ring, French, circa 1940.
By Mauboussin
Located in London, GB
Mauboussin diamond cluster ring. Set to centre with a round old cut diamond, J colour, VS1 clarity, with a weight of 4.01 carats in an open back claw setting, further adorned with tw...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 1.60ct Diamond Solitaire Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
A glorious old cut diamond weighing 1.60 carat sits proudly in this Art Deco solitaire ring. It has been estimated as H in colour and SI2 in clarity. The platinum gallery is beautifu...
Diamond, Platinum
Circa 1930's 18kt Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
Located in Wheaton, IL
Sharp circa 1930s diamond and 18kt yellow gold double snake ring.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hammerman Brothers diamond cluster ring, circa 1960.
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in London, GB
Diamond cluster ring by Hammerman Brothers. Set with forty eight round brilliant cut diamonds of in open back grain settings with a combined approximate weight of 4.50 carats, to an ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Tourmaline and diamond cocktail ring, circa 1960.
Located in London, GB
Tourmaline and diamond cocktail ring. Set to centre with a round brilliant cut red natural tourmaline in an open back rubover setting, with an approximate weight of 1.60 carats, enco...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Vintage Fancy Diamond Coronet Cluster Ring, circa 1970
Located in London, GB
Vintage fancy diamond coronet cluster ring. Set to centre with a single cushion shape old mine cut natural unenhanced fancy light yellowish green diamond, VS2 clarity with an approxi...
Diamond, Platinum
Fancy intense yellow diamond cluster ring, circa 1925.
Located in London, GB
Fancy intense yellow diamond cluster ring. Set to centre with a cushion shape old mine natural fancy intense yellow diamond, IF clarity, with a weight of 1.24 carats, in an open back...
Yellow Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
Vintage Emerald-Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring, circa 1960
Located in London, GB
Emerald-cut diamond flanked solitaire ring. Centrally set with an octagonal emerald-cut diamond, H colour, VS1 clarity, with a weight of 4.02 carats in an open back four claw setting...
Diamond, 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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