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TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 3mm Half Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 5.5
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 3mm Half Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 5.5

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 3mm Half Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 5.5

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 3mm Half Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 5.5 Metal: Platinum Size: 5.5

Category

2010s American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold 2mm Full Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 8
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold 2mm Full Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 8

TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold 2mm Full Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 8

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold 2mm Full Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 8 Metal: 18K Gold Size: 8 Band

Category

2010s American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Soleste 18K Rose Gold Full Circle Diamond Band Ring 5.5
TIFFANY & Co. Soleste 18K Rose Gold Full Circle Diamond Band Ring 5.5

TIFFANY & Co. Soleste 18K Rose Gold Full Circle Diamond Band Ring 5.5

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

TIFFANY & Co. Soleste 18K Rose Gold Full Circle Diamond Band Ring 5.5 Metal: 18K rose gold Size

Category

2010s American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 5mm Half Circle Lucida Diamond Band Ring 5
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 5mm Half Circle Lucida Diamond Band Ring 5

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 5mm Half Circle Lucida Diamond Band Ring 5

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 5mm Half Circle Lucida Diamond Band Ring 5 Metal: Platinum Size: 5 Band

Category

2010s American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 3mm Half Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 5.5
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 3mm Half Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 5.5

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 3mm Half Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 5.5

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 3mm Half Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 5.5 Metal: Platinum Size: 5.5

Category

2010s American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 2.5mm Half Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 5.5
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 2.5mm Half Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 5.5

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 2.5mm Half Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 5.5

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 2.5mm Half Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 5.5 Metal: Platinum Size: 5.5

Category

2010s American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 3mm Full Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 4
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 3mm Full Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 4

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 3mm Full Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 4

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 3mm Full Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 4 Metal: Platinum Size: 4 Band

Category

2010s American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 2mm Half Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 4.5
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 2mm Half Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 4.5

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 2mm Half Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 4.5

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 2mm Half Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 4.5 Metal: Platinum Size: 4.5

Category

2010s American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Forever Platinum 9-Stone Half Circle Round Diamond Band Ring
Tiffany & Co. Forever Platinum 9-Stone Half Circle Round Diamond Band Ring

Tiffany & Co. Forever Platinum 9-Stone Half Circle Round Diamond Band Ring

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

diamonds, totaling .27 carats in F/VS, are set in a shared-prong half-circle across the top in platinum

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 2mm Half Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 5
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 2mm Half Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 5

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 2mm Half Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 5

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 2mm Half Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 5 Metal: Platinum Size: 5 Band

Category

2010s American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Roberto Coin Ring Black White Diamond Ring Rare Circle Motif 18 Karat White Gold
Roberto Coin Ring Black White Diamond Ring Rare Circle Motif 18 Karat White Gold

Roberto Coin Ring Black White Diamond Ring Rare Circle Motif 18 Karat White Gold

By Roberto Coin

Located in New York, NY

This is a stunning and rare ring by Roberto Coin in a circle flower motif design with Black and

Category

20th Century Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 1.5mm Half Circle Diamond Lucida Band Ring 5
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 1.5mm Half Circle Diamond Lucida Band Ring 5

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 1.5mm Half Circle Diamond Lucida Band Ring 5

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 1.5mm Half Circle Diamond Lucida Band Ring 5 Metal: Platinum Size: 5 Band

Category

2010s American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 3mm Half Circle Diamond Ruby Band Ring 4.5
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 3mm Half Circle Diamond Ruby Band Ring 4.5

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 3mm Half Circle Diamond Ruby Band Ring 4.5

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 3mm Half Circle Diamond Ruby Band Ring 4.5 Metal: Platinum Size: 4.5 Band

Category

2010s American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 3mm Half Circle Diamond Ruby Band Ring 4
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 3mm Half Circle Diamond Ruby Band Ring 4

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 3mm Half Circle Diamond Ruby Band Ring 4

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 3mm Half Circle Diamond Ruby Band Ring 4 Metal: Platinum Size: 4 Band

Category

2010s American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring with Black Diamond Circles
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring with Black Diamond Circles

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring with Black Diamond Circles

By Georgios Collections Inc

Located in Astoria, NY

circles decorated with black diamonds in a total weight of 0.42 Carat. This ring is all custom made in our

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Platinum Half Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Half Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring

Tiffany & Co. Platinum Half Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Mint condition Brand: Tiffany & Co. Style: Half Circle Diamond Band Size: 10 Metal: Platinum

Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Tiffany & Co. Round Diamond Bead Set Half Circle Band Ring Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Round Diamond Bead Set Half Circle Band Ring Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Round Diamond Bead Set Half Circle Band Ring Platinum

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in San Diego, CA

Tiffany & Co. Diamond Wedding Band Ring Style: Half-Circle Bead Set Metal: Platinum PT950 Size

Category

2010s American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Round Diamond Bead Set Half Circle Band Ring Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Round Diamond Bead Set Half Circle Band Ring Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Round Diamond Bead Set Half Circle Band Ring Platinum

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in San Diego, CA

Tiffany & Co. Diamond Wedding Band Ring Style: Half-Circle Bead Set Metal: Platinum PT950 Size

Category

2010s American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 3mm Half Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 5 New
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 3mm Half Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 5 New

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 3mm Half Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 5 New

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 3mm Half Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring 5 Metal: Platinum Size: 5 Band

Category

2010s American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Alex Jona White Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Circle Frosted Ring
Alex Jona White Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Circle Frosted Ring

Alex Jona White Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Circle Frosted Ring

By Alex Jona

Located in Lugano, TI

Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 Karat frosted yellow gold hoop ring set with

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona 18 Karat Rose Gold Open Circle Brown Diamond Ring
Alex Jona 18 Karat Rose Gold Open Circle Brown Diamond Ring

Alex Jona 18 Karat Rose Gold Open Circle Brown Diamond Ring

By Alex Jona

Located in Lugano, TI

Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, open circle hoop ring in 18 karat rose gold

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 2.75mm Half Circle Bead-set Diamond Band Ring 6
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 2.75mm Half Circle Bead-set Diamond Band Ring 6

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 2.75mm Half Circle Bead-set Diamond Band Ring 6

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 2.75mm Half Circle Bead-set Diamond Band Ring 6 Metal: Platinum Size: 6

Category

2010s American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Embrace 3.5mm  Ruby and Diamond Full Circle Band Rings
Tiffany & Co. Embrace 3.5mm  Ruby and Diamond Full Circle Band Rings

Tiffany & Co. Embrace 3.5mm Ruby and Diamond Full Circle Band Rings

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Bethesda, MD

The Tiffany & Co. Embrace Ruby and Diamond Eternity Band features an elegant 18kt yellow gold

Category

Early 2000s American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Atlas 18K Rose Gold Full Circle Diamond Open Ring 6
TIFFANY & Co. Atlas 18K Rose Gold Full Circle Diamond Open Ring 6

TIFFANY & Co. Atlas 18K Rose Gold Full Circle Diamond Open Ring 6

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

TIFFANY & Co. Atlas 18K Rose Gold Full Circle Diamond Open Ring 6 Streamlined and modern, the

Category

2010s Italian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Channel Set Rainbow Baguette Gemstone Diamond Art Deco Circle Gold Ring
Channel Set Rainbow Baguette Gemstone Diamond Art Deco Circle Gold Ring

Channel Set Rainbow Baguette Gemstone Diamond Art Deco Circle Gold Ring

By Vaibhav Dhadda

Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan

14 Karat gold channel set rainbow baguette gemstone diamond art deco circle ring. Our 14K Gold

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Peridot, Topaz, Blue...

Round Circle Cabochon Pink Rose Quartz 14K Diamond Statement Unique Ring
Round Circle Cabochon Pink Rose Quartz 14K Diamond Statement Unique Ring

Round Circle Cabochon Pink Rose Quartz 14K Diamond Statement Unique Ring

By Unbranded

Located in Tysons, VA

Elegant 14K Gold Ring with Rose Quartz Center Stone. This exquisite ring features a smooth, round

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamonds Pave Circle Rose Flower Layers 14K Yellow Gold Statement Ring
Diamonds Pave Circle Rose Flower Layers 14K Yellow Gold Statement Ring

Diamonds Pave Circle Rose Flower Layers 14K Yellow Gold Statement Ring

By Galt & Bro. Jewelers

Located in Tysons, VA

Elegant and Timeless. Set with Pave Diamonds Accented by Intertwined Gold Bands. 14K Yellow Gold

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Open Circle Hoop 18 Karat White Gold White Diamond Ring
Alex Jona Open Circle Hoop 18 Karat White Gold White Diamond Ring

Alex Jona Open Circle Hoop 18 Karat White Gold White Diamond Ring

By Alex Jona

Located in Lugano, TI

Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, open circle hoop ring in 18 karat white gold

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

TJD 1.25 Carat Natural Diamond 14 Karat Gold Interlocking Curb Circle Ring
TJD 1.25 Carat Natural Diamond 14 Karat Gold Interlocking Curb Circle Ring

TJD 1.25 Carat Natural Diamond 14 Karat Gold Interlocking Curb Circle Ring

By TJD

Located in New York, NY

Bring charm to your look with this diamond Interlocking band Ring. This ring is beautifully crafted

Category

2010s Indian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 2.2mm Half Circle Diamond Sapphire Embrace Band Ring 3
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 2.2mm Half Circle Diamond Sapphire Embrace Band Ring 3

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 2.2mm Half Circle Diamond Sapphire Embrace Band Ring 3

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 2.2mm Half Circle Diamond Sapphire Embrace Band Ring 3 Metal: Platinum Size

Category

2010s American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

2 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Five-Row Pavé Set Half Circle Ring
2 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Five-Row Pavé Set Half Circle Ring

2 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Five-Row Pavé Set Half Circle Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

2 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Five-Row Pavé Set Half Circle Wedding/Anniversary Band Ring in

Category

2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond

Tiffany & Co. Forever Ring Platinum Band with Half-Circle Radiant Round Diamonds
Tiffany & Co. Forever Ring Platinum Band with Half-Circle Radiant Round Diamonds

Tiffany & Co. Forever Ring Platinum Band with Half-Circle Radiant Round Diamonds

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Aventura, FL

platinum band ring is elevated to outstanding status by a half-circle of brilliant diamonds. For a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Open 14K (or 18k upon request) White Gold Circle Ring
Diamond Open 14K (or 18k upon request) White Gold Circle Ring

Diamond Open 14K (or 18k upon request) White Gold Circle Ring

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Diamond Open 14K White Gold Circle Ring exudes contemporary elegance with a chic and minimalist

Category

2010s American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Forever Band Platinum Ring with Half-Circle Radiant Round Diamonds
Tiffany & Co. Forever Band Platinum Ring with Half-Circle Radiant Round Diamonds

Tiffany & Co. Forever Band Platinum Ring with Half-Circle Radiant Round Diamonds

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Aventura, FL

-circle of radiant diamonds elevates this platinum band ring to extraordinary. Wear it with an engagement

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Infinity Circles Round Brilliant Cut White Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Ring
Infinity Circles Round Brilliant Cut White Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Ring

Infinity Circles Round Brilliant Cut White Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Ring

By Galt & Bro. Jewelers

Located in Tysons, VA

This exquisite piece features a delicate band adorned with interlocking circles. Each circle is

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Hand-Crafted 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring with a Diamond Circle Motif
Hand-Crafted 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring with a Diamond Circle Motif

Hand-Crafted 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring with a Diamond Circle Motif

By I. Reiss

Located in Great Neck, NY

a Pave Set Diamond Circle Motif.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Full Circle G.I.A. Emerald Cut Diamond Band Ring, from Pampillonia
Full Circle G.I.A. Emerald Cut Diamond Band Ring, from Pampillonia

Full Circle G.I.A. Emerald Cut Diamond Band Ring, from Pampillonia

By Pampillonia

Located in Bethesda, MD

A full circle of emerald cut diamonds set in a shared  U prong platinum setting. Each diamond is

Category

2010s American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

2.00 CTW Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Modern Open Circle Cocktail Ring
2.00 CTW Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Modern Open Circle Cocktail Ring

2.00 CTW Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Modern Open Circle Cocktail Ring

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Modern diamond cocktail ring crafted in 18 karat white gold. The open circle ring features round

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold White Diamond Open Circle Hoop Ring
Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold White Diamond Open Circle Hoop Ring

Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold White Diamond Open Circle Hoop Ring

By Alex Jona

Located in Lugano, TI

Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, open circle hoop ring in 18 karat yellow gold

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Charriol Diamond Ring - Stainless Steel Yellow Gold 18k Round Circle Buckle SZ 6
Charriol Diamond Ring - Stainless Steel Yellow Gold 18k Round Circle Buckle SZ 6

Charriol Diamond Ring - Stainless Steel Yellow Gold 18k Round Circle Buckle SZ 6

By Charriol

Located in Greensboro, NC

Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .06ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G - H Clarity: VS1 - VS2 Theme: Circle

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

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Circle Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact circle diamond ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, yellow gold and 18k gold — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a circle diamond ring from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, .5 carat and 1 carat are consistently popular carat weights. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic circle diamond ring over the years, but those made by Tiffany & Co., Alex Jona and Cartier are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also brilliant cut and mixed cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a circle diamond ring, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Circle Diamond Ring?

On average, a circle diamond ring at 1stDibs sells for $3,119, while they’re typically $70 on the low end and $640,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

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 ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Finding the Right Rings for You

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 ringsvintage 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.