1.10ct Natural Ruby Diamonds Crossover Deco Ring 14kt Gold 12439*
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
1.10ct Natural Ruby Ring. Excellent Vivid Red. Clean Clarity, Transparent. Heated. 1.10ct Natural Diamonds. Rounds Full cut brilliant. G-color Vs-2 clarity 14kt white gold 5.4 gram...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Radiant 0.64ct Natural Diamond Crossover Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Crafted in luminous 18K white gold, this exquisite crossover ring features 32 natural round brilliant diamonds totaling 0.64 carats.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$14,400Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Rose Gold Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Crossover Engagement Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Rose Gold Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Crossover Engagement Ring.
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold
$2,400Sale Price|20% Off
14k Solid Gold Criss cross Diamond Statement Ring Wedding Crossover ring Band
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Gold Criss cross Diamond Statement Ring Wedding Crossover ring Band Diamond Weight 0.65- 0.71 cts Approx Main Stone Diamond Metal Yellow Gold 14k Gold Weight 4.95 Grams App...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
White Gold Diamond Crossover Band - 14k Round Brilliant 1.00ctw Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 Sizing Fee: Up 1 size for $50 or Down 1/2 a size for $40 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1.00ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G -...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Custom Made 14K Rose Gold Diamond Ribbon Crossover Ring, 1.64ctw
By Hand Made
Located in New York, NY
*Custom Made Ring *Material: 14K Rose Gold *Condition: Mint *Diamond: 1.64ctw *Clarity: VS1 *Color: G *Ring Dimension: *This Ring Resizable *Size:7.25 *Width: 9mm *Thickness: 2.1mm...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 18ct White Gold, Diamond Five Stone Crossover Engagement Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
The centrepiece of this ring is its beautiful five-stone configuration, elegantly showcased in a crossover setting that symbolises unity and everlasting love.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Crossover Ring Set With 1.0ct Natural Diamonds Set In 14ct Gold
Located in London, GB
This exquisite crossover ring is crafted in 14ct yellow and white gold, set with 1.0ct of sparkling natural round and baguette diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
14k Yellow Gold .20ctw Diamond Sandblast & Polished Crossover Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (7) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Burnish Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 0.20ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold -Stamped 18k Weight...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
Alexandrite GIA and Diamond Platinum Crossover Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Oscar Worthy Brazilian Alexandrite GIA and Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum Vintage Statement Estate Crossover Cocktail Ring.
Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum
Simon G 18K White Gold .36 CTW Diamond Crossover Ring
By Simon G Jewelry
Located in Stuart, FL
Simon G 18k white gold .36 CTW diamond crossover ring. The diamonds in this ring are all round, the width is 5.5 mm, the size of the ring is a 6 3/4, and it has a total weight of 2.7...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,596Sale Price|20% Off
18K White Gold Six-Row Black and White Diamond Crossover Ring
Located in Bloomington, MN
18K White Gold Six-Row Black and White Diamond Crossover Ring This striking six-row crossover ring is crafted in 18K white gold and set with round diamonds in a bold mix of near-col...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.37 Carat Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold French Crossover Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 1980s French 2.37 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold crossover ring; part of our diverse gemstone jewellery and estate jewellery collectio...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,754Sale Price|34% Off
18ct White Gold Crossover Ring with Round & Baguette Diamonds, 0.45ct
Located in London, GB
A striking and elegant 18ct white gold diamond ring designed with a sophisticated crossover motif that shimmers beautifully from every angle.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,600Sale Price|20% Off
14k Solid Gold Criss cross Diamond Statement Ring Wedding Crossover Ring Band.
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Gold Criss cross Diamond Statement Ring Wedding Crossover Ring Band.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Alfieri & St John Invisibly Set Sapphire and Diamond Crossover Ring
Located in New York, NY
Alfieri & ST John 18 karat yellow and white gold triple band crossover ring is composed of 2.44 carats of invisibly set baguette cut sapphires and .57 carats of round brilliant diamo...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$6,250Sale Price|45% Off
NWT $11, 500 18KT Gold Fancy Yellow Diamond White Diamond Crossover Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT White Diamond Yellow Diamond Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Diamond Ring. Ring contains ap...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
Levian 14K Rose Gold Chocolate & White Diamond Crossover Cocktail Ring
By Le Vian
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Le Vian Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 14K Rose Gold Ring Size: 7 Width: 11.60 mm tapering to 5.20 mm Weight: 11.20 grams One ladies 14K rose gold diamond cocktail ring with...
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
GIA 2.06 Carat Round Diamond Crossover Ring Baguettes 14 Karat VVS*
Located in New York, NY
Brilliant Crossover ring GIA Natural 1.06ct. Diamond ring. Please refer to GIA copy for the diamond specifications.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Baguette & Round Cut Diamond Crossover Ring 18K White Gold 1.97Cttw
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful ring features two bands of prong set round cut diamonds intersecting with a channel set baguette and round cut diamond band in a crossover design.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Crossover Ring Natural Diamonds 14 Karat Rose Gold finger size 8
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Trendy Crossover style Gold Ring 14k Rose Gold approx 7.0 grams Finger size 8 Natural Diamonds approx 0.60 carat I-SI Pre-Owned in great condition Design size on the top is approx 13...
Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Brilliant Diamond Crossover and Baguette Diamond Band Ring 14k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k White Gold Diamond Count: 46 brilliant cut & 22 baguette Total Diamond Carat Weight: ~0.83 carats Diamond Color: G Diamond Clarity: VS Ring Siz...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1.56 Carat Trilliant Diamond Crossover Ring Modern Era 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
The Crossover wrap. Seems like shank of ring has been crossed over & diamond as tassel.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Diamond Crossover Band - 14k Round Brilliant 1.04ctw Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Note: Please contact us for a resizing quote. Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1.04ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: F - G Cla...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Crossover Ring, Set In 18ct White Gold
Located in London, GB
A stylish and modern crossover ring crafted in luxurious 18ct white gold, set with sparkling round brilliant cut diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k White Gold Amethyst and Pave Diamond Bypass Crossover Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
14k white gold ring. This striking bypass style ring is set with two square cushion faceted, dark purple color amethysts, approximately 2.32 TCW, prong set, and decorated with offset...
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Aurora Pavé Diamond Crossover Ring in 14K White Gold with Yellow & White Diamond
By Hand Made
Located in New York, NY
*Custom Made Ring -Material: 14K White Gold -Condition: Mint *Yellow Diamond -Total Diamond: 2.50ctw -Clarity: SI1 -Color: G *Ring dimension: -Size: 6.5 -Width: 15.1mm -Thickness: ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Pearl and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Crossover Cocktail Ring
Located in London, GB
It doesn't get any more classic than the elegant and sophisticated combination of diamonds and pearls! This charming cocktail ring, finely crafted from high polish 18 carat white gol...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Natural Multi-Shape Diamond Mosaic Station Crossover Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18K White Gold Natural Multi-Shape Diamond Mosaic Station Crossover Ring Ring Material : 18k White Gold Diamond Details: There are approximately 2.02 carats of natural baguette, r...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Alex Jona White Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Crossover Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold crossover ring set with 0.14 carats of white diamonds, F color, VS 1 clarity.
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Crossover Moi et Toi Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The diamond shoulders total 7pts each side. This ring is modelled in 18 carat white gold and is a crossover design, also called Toi Et Moi / Moi Et Toi.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k Yellow Gold Natural Round Diamond & Pearl Crossover Ring In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k Yellow Gold Natural Diamond & Pearl Crossover Ring Ring Material: 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Details: There are approximately 0.31 Carats of natural, round Diamonds.
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
Tacori 0.60 Carats Round Diamond Crossover Eternity Wedding Band Ring
By Tacori
Located in New York, NY
An antique looking hand crafted wedding band ring showcasing a row of round brilliant diamonds that crossover to a ribbon style design, Diamonds weigh 0.60 carats total, G Color and ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Salvini Amethyst & Diamond Crossover Cocktail Ring 18K White Gold Size 6.75
By Salvini
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Salvini cocktail ring comes with a flashy statement look. Featuring an oval cut Amethyst in the center in four prong setting weighing approximately 2.50 carats, accente...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K Two-Tone Gold Diamond Crossover Infinity Ring, Late 20th Century
Located in Sewickley, PA
This elegant crossover ring features a graceful infinity-inspired design crafted in two-tone gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$68,000Sale Price|20% Off
Crossover Ring with 5-Carat Pear-Shaped Emerald and Brilliant-Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Exquisite Crossover Ring with 5-Carat Pear-Shaped Emerald and Brilliant-Cut Diamonds This stunning crossover design ring features a 5-carat pear-shaped emerald, GRS certified with m...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
David Yurman, 1.24 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Crossover Cable Engagement Ring
By David Yurman
Located in Chicago, IL
Elevate your jewelry collection with this exceptional David Yurman Crossover Cable diamond ring, featuring a stunning 1.24 carat round brilliant cut center diamond, GIA certified wit...
Diamond, Platinum
14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Crossover Ring Size 7 #22649
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold and Diamond Crossover Ring Size 7- This sparkling 14K yellow gold ring features a harmonious blend of 18 baguette diamonds and 11 round brilliant cut diamonds set in...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Pave' Crossover 4 Row Diamond Ring 2.17 Carats
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
18KYG Pave' Crossover 4 Row Diamond Ring 2.17CTS Explore the rhymik weaving of line to create form and movement.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Silvorra Contemporary Emerald and Diamond Crossover Infinity Ring in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
Style this emerald and diamond infinity ring with sleek silver bangles and emerald studs for a polished modern look, or wear it solo to let its elegant crossover silhouette make a re...
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
14K Rose Gold Plated .925 Sterling Silver Diamond Accent Crossover Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elegantly woven from .925 sterling silver, this enchanting crossover ring is 14K Rose Gold plated to give the ring its warm, pink glow.
White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Rose Gold, Gold Plate
Chanel Comète Étoile Filante 18K White Gold Diamond Crossover Ring
By Chanel
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Design: The ring's signature "crossover" or winding design is meant to mimic a shooting star wrapping around the finger.
White Gold
Round and Baguette Diamond Crossover Band Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Round and Baguette Diamond Crossover Band Ring in 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Crossover Band Ring features a double row of Round Brilliant Diamonds with a row of Baguette Diamonds cross...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18ct White Gold, Diamond Three Stone Crossover Trilogy Engagement Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Engagement Ring 18ct White Gold Hallmarked London 1978 Discover this stunning 18ct white gold engagement ring from the 1970s, showcasing a captivating three-stone design ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Suzy Levian 14K Rose Gold Round Blue & Black Diamond Crossover Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
The crossover pattern is both delicate and bold as it blends together gorgeous baby blue diamonds with rustic black diamonds and a soft rose gold finish.
Diamond, Blue Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
14K Two-Tone Gold and Diamond Crossover Ring Size 6.75 #21819
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Two-Tone Gold and Diamond Crossover Ring Size 6.75 This striking crossover ring is crafted in a sleek combination of 14K yellow and white gold and is adorned with sparkling...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Golden Pearl Diamond Ring White Gold Crossover Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The golden pearl and diamond ring features a pearl of 15mm diameter. The pearl is untreated.
White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Sapphire Baguette Diamond Crossover Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
All our jewelry pieces are certified by a third-party laboratory such as IGI, HRD, IDGL, GIN, or SGL. This contemporary crossover ring features a vibrant oval natural sapphire and a...
Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Two-Stone Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Crossover Ring, circa 1984
Located in London, GB
Dating to 1984, this Victorian inspired twist ring features two round brilliant diamonds. They each weigh 0.15 carat and have been securely claw set within their 18 carat white gold ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Alex Jona Twiggy White Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Crossover Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold crossover band ring set with 0.24 carats of white diamonds, G color, VVS1 clarity.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century 2.4ct Old Cut Diamond Crossover Ring, 18K Gold
Located in Firenze, IT
Diamond Crossover Ring early 20th century holding two old cut diamonds weighing approximately 2.4ct, in a setting of old cut diamonds. 18K yellow gold and platinum setting.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Yellow Gold Diamond Crossover Band - 10k Round & Baguette .50ctw Garland Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 8 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .50ctw Cut: Round Brilliant & Bag...
Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rose Gold Chrome Diopside Diamond Crossover Ring - 10k Cushion 1.62ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $30 Metal Content: 10k Rose Gold Stone Information Natural Chrome Diopside Carat(s): 1.32ct Cut: Cushion Color: Green Na...
Diamond, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
Edwardian Diamond and Pearl Gold Crossover Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely crafted Edwardian Diamond and Pearl 'Toi et Moi' Bypass 14k Gold Ring. Securely Hand set in Silver with an Old European-cut Diamond, weighing approx. 0.15 Ca...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
1.00 Carat Brilliant Pear Shape Diamond Ring 14 Karat Crossover Deco*
Located in New York, NY
.50ct. Diamond pear shape Full brilliant cut I-color, Si-1 clarity 4.5 X 4.6 .50ct. side diamonds G-color, vs-2 clarity 14kt. yellow gold. 4.4 grams 8.70mm wide depth: ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.40 Carat Round Cut Diamond Crossover Engagement Ring 14 Karat*
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Diamond engagement ring. Crossover Cluster Mod Classic GIA Certificate: 1192675701 .50ct.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rachel Koen Wide Diamond Crossover Ladies Ring 10k White Gold 0.60cts
Located in New York, NY
An absolutely beautiful diamond crossover multi-row wedding ring band, crafted in 10k white gold.
Diamond, 10k Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
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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