TJD 0.05 Carat Natural Diamond Crossover Band Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
18 natural round diamonds accent this refined multi-row swirl ring crafted in solid 14K yellow gold. Designed with flowing lines and a contemporary silhouette, the ring features 0.05...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.5 Carat Sapphire & Ruby with Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Crossover Statement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This stunning 18K yellow gold crossover ring features a sophisticated blend of vibrant gemstones and brilliant diamonds, making it a timeless piece of art.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
5.5 Carat Oval Cut Emerald & Diamond 18K White Gold Filigree Crossover Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Natural 5.5 Carat Oval Cut Emerald & Diamond Pave 18K White Gold Vintage Art Nouveau Style Filigree Crossover Ring.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Double Band Crossover Ring with Diamonds in Polished 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 5.75 This lovely diamond crossover band ring is the true epitome of understated elegance.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Baguette & Round Cut Diamond Crossover Ring 18K Yellow Gold 1.93Cttw Size 6.5
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, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum 1920’s Diamond Trilogy Crossover Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Diamond 3 Stone Crossover Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Stamped Circa 1920’s Pretty Antique Engagement Ring.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
5.5 Carat Oval Cut Emerald & Diamond 18K White Gold Filigree Crossover Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Natural 5.5 Carat Oval Cut Emerald & Diamond Pave 18K White Gold Vintage Art Nouveau Style Filigree Crossover Ring.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
David Yurman 0.50 Carat Total Round Diamond Crossover Ring in Sterling Silver
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
A stylish fashion ring, showcasing two rows of round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.50 carat total, set on a crossover design with a rope motif.
Diamond, Sterling Silver
$3,712Sale Price / item|20% Off
Genuine 14 Karat White Gold 1.78Ct Natural Diamond Open Crossover Wedding Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Genuine 14 Karat White Gold 1.78Ct Natural Diamond Open Crossover Wedding Ring. Diamonds are a universal symbol of eternity, strength, and elegance a perfect gift to commemorate mile...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
TJD 1.0 Carat Round Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Crossover Wide Wedding Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This crossover ring is expertly crafted in 14 Karat Yellow Gold and features 1.00 ct of 115 Round brilliant diamonds set in pave setting, shimmering with H-I color I2 clarity.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.00 Carat Round and Baguette Diamond Crossover Fashion Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style with the dazzling elegance of the 2.00 Carat Round and Baguette Diamond Crossover Fashion Ring in 18K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rose Gold Diamond Crossover Cluster Cocktail Band 10k Rd & Baguette 1.00ctw 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 Rose Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1.00ctw Cut: Round Brilliant & Baguette...
Diamond, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
Ladies Cartier Paris Nouvelle Vague 18K White Gold Diamond Crossover Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Cartier Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K White Gold Ring Size: 6 Width: 9.15 mm Weight: 15.80 grams Lady's CARTIER rhodium-plated 18K white gold interlocking two-row, tw...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rainbow Sapphire & Diamond Crossover Band Ring in Two Tone 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The band features an elegant crossover pattern of 14 karat white and yellow gold, gracefully intertwining rows of diamonds and multi-colored sapphires.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green ...
$4,625Sale Price / item|20% Off
Heart 14K (or 18k upon request) White Gold Diamond Crossover Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Heart 14K White Gold Diamond Crossover Ring is a sleek and contemporary piece that redefines luxury.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
10K Yellow Gold 3.0 Cttw Diamond Eight-Row Bypass Crossover Statement Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Multi rows of round, prong-set diamonds in a bypass motif create this exquisitely designed ring of gleaming 10k yellow gold that makes this piece a wardrobe staple for years to come....
Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Pave Diamond Crossover Band - 14k Round Brilliant .50ctw Rope Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 1 size for $40 or Down 1/2 a size for $40 Metal Content: 14k White Gold & 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .50ctw Cut: Round...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
10K Yellow Gold 1/2 Carat Diamond Layered Crossover Triple Leaf Bypass Ring
Located in New York, NY
Complement your outfit with this beautiful leaf ring design. Created in 10k yellow gold, this ring features 1/2ct TDW of diamonds. A layered split ring band holds three round cut dia...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
TJD 0.30 Carat Round & Baguette Diamond Yellow Gold Crossover Wedding Band Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your every moment with this exquisitely crafted diamond wedding band, designed to radiate refined brilliance from day to night. Fashioned in 14 karat gold—available in white,...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Le Vian Diamond Crossover Band - Yellow Gold 14k Round Brilliant 1.87ctw Ring
By Le Vian
Located in Greensboro, NC
Retail Price: $3800 Size: 7 Sizing Fee: Up 1/2 a size for $40 or Down 1 size for $30 Brand: Le Vian Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold Sapphire and Diamond Crossover Ring Size 7 JAGi Certified #22655
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K White Gold Sapphire and Diamond Crossover Ring Size 7 JAGi Certified- This striking 14K white gold ring features ten square cut sapphires and 28 round brilliant cut diamonds set...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Gabriel & Co. Diamond Crossover Band -White Gold 14k Round Brilliant .37ctw Ring
By Gabriel & Co.
Located in Greensboro, NC
Retail Price: $1820 Size: 6 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $35 or Down 1 size for $30 Brand: Gabriel & Co. Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
18ct Rose Gold Edwardian Clover Crossover Ruby Diamond Sapphire Seed Pearl Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Set with Ruby, Diamond & Sapphire & a Natural Seed Pearl Crossover.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Heart Crossover Band - 10k Round Brilliant .13ctw Love Ring
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): .13ctw Cut: Round Brilli...
Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Leo Pizzo 18ct Gold Diamond Pavee Set 5-Row Crossover Ring, 2.0ct of Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A delicate ring of diamonds, this 5-row diamond pavee set ring is a dainty piece made to perfection. Set with 2.0ct of F/VS round brilliant cut diamonds, the ring features a clean an...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Multi Colored Sapphire Diamond Crossover Cocktail Band Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Multi Colored Sapphire Diamond Crossover Cocktail Band Ring in 18k gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,770Sale Price|49% Off
NWT $9, 539 18KT Gold Gorgeous Fancy Crossover Baguette Trillion Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Beautiful Rare Important 18KT White Gold Glittering Diamond Crossver Ring. Ring is comprised of Approx 1.50CTS of Magnificent Rare Gorgeous...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
18K White Gold GIA 1.01ct Cushion Cut Diamond Crossover Shank Engagement Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K White Gold Ring Size: 6.5 Weight: 6.45 grams One ladies 18K white gold diamond engagement accented ring with a half-round shank. The metal was t...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.07 cts Certified Ruby, Blue Sapphire and Diamond Two-stone Crossover Ring
By Leibish and Co. USA Inc
Located in New York, NY
A fabulous two-stone ring, featuring a ruby and blue sapphire with colorless round brilliant diamonds on the shank and a half halo. The ruby is certified by TGL. Mounted in 18K white...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Alex Jona Moi et Toi Champagne & Brown Diamond White & Rose Gold Crossover Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design one of a kind "moi et toi" Crossover ring. Designed and hand crafted in Italy in 18 karat white & pink gold.
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, ...
Ruby and Sapphire Pear Shape "Vous et Moi" Crossover Diamond Gold 18K Ring
Located in Geneva, CH
Ruby and Saphir Pear Shape "Toi et Moi" Crossover baguette-cut Diamond on yellow gold 18K Ring.
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Mens Light Champagne Diamond Row Crossover Band Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 9 (resizing available for a fee) Ring Height: 7.3 mm Total Weight: 6.3 Grams Diamond Count: 11 brilliant cut Diamond Car...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Designer 1.12ct Pear-Cut Blue Sapphire Diamond Crossover Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Its flowing silhouette and vibrant sapphire create a refined and contemporary look. Pair it with slim diamond bands to enhance its elegant crossover design without overpowering the s...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alex Jona 2.19 Carat Round Cut Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Crossover Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold crossover eternity style engagement ring featuring a solitaire round cut white diamond, weighing 2.19 carats, L Color, VS1 Clari...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
TJD 1/2Carat Round & Baguette Diamond 14K White Gold By-Pass Crossover Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
A meaningful symbol of your never ending commitment. The ring is crafted from 14-karat white gold and features Round Brilliant 41 and Baguette - 18 white diamonds, Prong set shines i...
Diamond, White Gold
$4,952Sale Price|20% Off
Natural 1.70 Carat Diamond Multi-Row 18-Karat Crossover Ring In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 18k white gold & 18k Yellow Gold Round Diamond Details: There are approximately 1.70 carats of round brilliant diamonds. Diamond color: All diamonds are approximately G/H ...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Sapphire Diamond Crossover V Band 14k Rd .86ctw Chevron Ribbon Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Sapphires Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .80ctw Cut: Round Na...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
TJD 1.50 Carat Round and Baguette Diamond 18 Karat Tricolor Gold Crossover Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
The impressive diamond ring is embellished with 138 brilliant and 59 baguette diamonds in prong and channel setting and made in 18-karat rose gold. Diamonds are graded H-I Color, I2 ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Emerald and Diamond Crossover Band Ring 0.72ct in 14K White Gold Size 7
Located in New York, NY
Elegant in motion and rich in contrast, this crossover band ring features a graceful intertwining of round emeralds and diamonds, set in polished 14K white gold.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Round Blue Sapphire and Diamond Crossover Ring in 18K White Gold
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat White Gold Blue Sapphire Round-Cut and Diamond Ring This oxford blue round solitaire sapphire ring is pure bliss. The round dark blue sapphire astutely placed in the bezel ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
TJD 0.50 Carat Round Cut Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Crossover Wedding Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Bring charm to your look with this diamond band Ring. This ring is beautifully crafted in 14 Karat yellow gold and embedded with 71 brilliant cut, single cut round diamonds & bag...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Diamond & Ruby Cluster Crossover Twisted Rope Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 5.5 This exquisite diamond and ruby ring absolutely bursts with sparkle! The unique design fills the finger with glittery elegance and truly makes a WOW statement. The cl...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
1.30 Carats F/VS1 Round & Princess Diamonds Crossover Band Ring in 14K Rose Gold
By Rich Jewels
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This elegant crossover band ring features Round Brilliant and Princess Shape diamonds totaling 1.30 carats, graded F color and VS1 clarity, selected for their exceptional sparkle and...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
GIA Certified 2.5 Carat Oval Cut Tsavorite and Diamond Overpass Crossover Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA Certified Green 2.50 Carat Tzavorite and Diamond Overpass 18K Gold and Platinum Ring. Signed by Richard Krementz. The center stone, Tzavorite, belongs to the Grossular Garney sem...
Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Charles Krypell Ruby and Diamond Crossover Band Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Charles Krypell
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 7 This stunning Charles Krypell crossover band ring is a bold statement of elegance, crafted in 18 karat yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold 0.10 CT Natural Diamond Pavé Two-Tone Crossover Wave Band Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
This 14K solid yellow gold natural diamond two-tone crossover wave band ring embodies that principle with complete conviction.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
TJD 0.12 Carat Round Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Crossover Designer Fashion Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite 14K white gold crisscross wedding band ring featuring 6 round-cut white diamonds. This ring is superbly detailed to perfection and set with 0.12 carat of sparkling brillian...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
TJD 0.15 Carat Diamond 14 Karat Tri-Color Gold Sparkling Crossover Band Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This ring dazzles with a 36 round-cut diamond set in micro pave and micro prong setting. We only use 100% natural and conflict free diamonds which sparkles in H-I color I1 clarity. D...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Blue Enamel and Diamond 18 Carat Yellow Gold Feline Head Crossover Cocktail Ring
Located in London, GB
An unusual vintage double head ring of strong character, designed with two opposing feline heads and crafted in Greece. Each head is cast in warm yellow gold with a textured finish,...
Diamond, Enamel, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Opal & Diamond 14K Rose Gold Crossover Toi Et Moi Engagement Ring, c.1900s
Located in London, GB
Get ready to fall in love with the mesmerising beauty of this authentic Edwardian Toi et Moi engagement ring, dating back to the 1900s - a romantic design that symbolises two souls c...
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Angara Natural Multi-Shape Diamond Crossover Ring in 14K Solid Gold for Women
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This multi-shape diamond crossover ring, crafted in 14k yellow gold, is a gorgeous piece.
Diamond, Gold
Ruby, Emerald and Diamond Toi et Moi Crossover Cocktail Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
Crafted in warm 18 carat yellow gold, this charming vintage cocktail ring features a graceful toi et moi crossover design, bringing together two vivid natural cabochon gemstones.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Wide Pave Diamond Crossover Band Ring 3.83 carat total weight in 18k Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Beautiful Crossover X Design Pave Diamond Wide Band Ring in 18k Gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium
South Sea Pearl and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Crossover Cocktail Ring
Located in London, GB
This sophisticated cocktail ring features a gorgeous 12mm white South Sea pearl in the centre of a twist cross-over mount, pavè set with round brilliant cut diamonds with an approxi...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Angara Natural Round Pink Sapphire and Diamond Crossover Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The 14k white gold crossover band holds four round pink sapphires and three round diamonds in a prong setting.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold
0.66ct GIA Round-Cut Diamond Halo Crossover Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Details: Main Stone: 0.66ct natural round-cut diamond Stone Quality: VS clarity, G color (GIA Certified) Side Stones: Approx. 0.15ct natural pavé diamonds Metal: 18K white gold (...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
10K Yellow Gold 1/2 Cttw Diamond Crossover 3 Leaf Floral Cocktail Ring Band
Located in New York, NY
Discover the essence of elegance and craftsmanship with this exquisite 10K yellow gold cocktail ring, where luxury intertwines with nature's charm.
Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow 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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