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Custom made 14k Rose gold ring size 9.12
Custom made 14k Rose gold ring size 9.12

Custom made 14k Rose gold ring size 9.12

Located in New York, NY

Brand Custom made 14k Rose gold Gender Men Ring size 9.25 Stone Diamond Center .33ct Side

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

14K Yellow Gold Men’s Custom 23.39 Grams Whiskey Topaz & Diamond Ring Size 12.5
14K Yellow Gold Men’s Custom 23.39 Grams Whiskey Topaz & Diamond Ring Size 12.5

14K Yellow Gold Men’s Custom 23.39 Grams Whiskey Topaz & Diamond Ring Size 12.5

Located in Carmel By The Sea, CA

Men’s Custom “Whiskey” Topaz & Diamond Ring – 14K Yellow Gold – 23.39 Grams – Size 12.5

Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.03ctw Diamond Orbit Multi-Band Ring 14k Yellow White Gold Size 8.5 Custom
1.03ctw Diamond Orbit Multi-Band Ring 14k Yellow White Gold Size 8.5 Custom

1.03ctw Diamond Orbit Multi-Band Ring 14k Yellow White Gold Size 8.5 Custom

Located in McLeansville, NC

This chunky multi-band ring is a custom made piece with a diamond orbit pattern across the top

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Custom Pegasus Sterling Replica Turkish Coin Ring Stallion Gold Diamonds Size 10
Custom Pegasus Sterling Replica Turkish Coin Ring Stallion Gold Diamonds Size 10

Custom Pegasus Sterling Replica Turkish Coin Ring Stallion Gold Diamonds Size 10

By Kurtulan

Located in Bozeman, MT

This ring, size 10 (US) is made to order. Custom ring sizes usually take approximately 2-4 weeks

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Two-Tone Diamond Gold Wide Band Ring Custom Made
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Two-Tone Diamond Gold Wide Band Ring Custom Made

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Two-Tone Diamond Gold Wide Band Ring Custom Made

Located in Astoria, NY

S.Georgios designer ring handmade from solid 18 Karat White and Yellow Gold. The White Gold Band

Category

2010s Greek Byzantine Wedding Rings

Materials

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

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Large Unique Custom Cut Amethyst Diamond Open Work Ring
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Large Unique Custom Cut Amethyst Diamond Open Work Ring

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Large Unique Custom Cut Amethyst Diamond Open Work Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

Grams Ring Size: 9.0 (Fitted on a finger. We can custom size this ring. - Please let us know prior to

Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Custom Shield Cut Ruby with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Custom Shield Cut Ruby with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings

Custom Shield Cut Ruby with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings

Located in Bangkok, TH

Ruby 0.37 carat with Diamond 0.14 carat Ring set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 1.2cm Length

Category

2010s Thai Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Custom Cut Ruby with Brown Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Custom Cut Ruby with Brown Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings

Custom Cut Ruby with Brown Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings

Located in Bangkok, TH

Ruby 0.34 carat with Brown Diamond 0.14 carat Ring set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 1.2 cm

Category

2010s Thai Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Brown Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Custom made 3.50ct Emerald and Diamond Trilogy style Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold
Custom made 3.50ct Emerald and Diamond Trilogy style Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold

Custom made 3.50ct Emerald and Diamond Trilogy style Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold

Located in Brisbane, AU

Custom made classic trilogy style ring. 3ct emerald flanked with 0.50ct emerald cuts either side

Category

2010s Australian Artisan Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Canary 14K (18K Custom) Yellow Gold Diamond Double Row Eternity Band Ring
Canary 14K (18K Custom) Yellow Gold Diamond Double Row Eternity Band Ring

Canary 14K (18K Custom) Yellow Gold Diamond Double Row Eternity Band Ring

Located in Los Angeles, CA

for 18K customization, featuring brilliant diamonds set all around the band for sparkle from every

Category

2010s American Modern Band Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Diana M. Custom  6.00 Cts. Diamond Tree Tone 18K Gold Ring
Diana M. Custom  6.00 Cts. Diamond Tree Tone 18K Gold Ring

Diana M. Custom 6.00 Cts. Diamond Tree Tone 18K Gold Ring

By Diana M. Jewels

Located in New York, NY

18 kt triple tone diamond ring with triple row design adorned with 6.00 cts tw round diamonds

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cushion Morganite and Diamond Band 14 Karat Gold Custom Ring with Satin Finish
Cushion Morganite and Diamond Band 14 Karat Gold Custom Ring with Satin Finish

Cushion Morganite and Diamond Band 14 Karat Gold Custom Ring with Satin Finish

By Five Star Jewelry

Located in Austin, TX

The custom morganite ring is a stunning piece with a genuine morganite gemstone set in a modern

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Custom Carved Citrine, Diamond and Green Stone Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Custom Carved Citrine, Diamond and Green Stone Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold

Custom Carved Citrine, Diamond and Green Stone Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Total Carat Weight: 0.75 CTW Diamond Color: F-G Diamond Clarity: VS Ring Size: 6.75 Weight: 16 Grams

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

One of a kind custom ring European origin 14KT 0.80 carats diamond size 9
One of a kind custom ring European origin 14KT 0.80 carats diamond size 9

One of a kind custom ring European origin 14KT 0.80 carats diamond size 9

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Europe. Center diamond is 0.80 carats SI clarity, G color. Ring is well made in 14KT gold. **All items

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Albanian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Custom made 14K Blue topaz ring Size 9.12
Custom made 14K Blue topaz ring Size 9.12

Custom made 14K Blue topaz ring Size 9.12

Located in New York, NY

Custom made Type Ring blue topaz 14K White gold Topaz ring  Topaz 19.25ct Rubi. 90 Yellow

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Topaz, 14k Gold

Custom Made Horse Ring in Two-Tone 14k Gold and VS E-F Diamonds
Custom Made Horse Ring in Two-Tone 14k Gold and VS E-F Diamonds

Custom Made Horse Ring in Two-Tone 14k Gold and VS E-F Diamonds

Located in New York, NY

This is a custom-made, artsy horse ring embellished with diamonds. Material: 14k Yellow/White Gold

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Solid 14k White Gold GIA 0.51ct Diamond Engagement Ring w/ Custom Curve Band Set
Solid 14k White Gold GIA 0.51ct Diamond Engagement Ring w/ Custom Curve Band Set

Solid 14k White Gold GIA 0.51ct Diamond Engagement Ring w/ Custom Curve Band Set

Located in Montclair, NJ

can custom size this set) Width: 11.2mm (0.44")(top of engagement ring), , 1.7mm (0.06")(top of band

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diana M. Custom 3.75 Cts. Emerald Cut Diamond Eterniry Band Ring 18K White Gold
Diana M. Custom 3.75 Cts. Emerald Cut Diamond Eterniry Band Ring 18K White Gold

Diana M. Custom 3.75 Cts. Emerald Cut Diamond Eterniry Band Ring 18K White Gold

By Diana M. Jewels

Located in New York, NY

18 kt white gold diamond ring with eternity band design adorned with 3.75 cts tw emerald cut

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Gold Custom Cut Pink Tourmaline Baguette Diamond Art Deco Style Ring
18 Karat Gold Custom Cut Pink Tourmaline Baguette Diamond Art Deco Style Ring

18 Karat Gold Custom Cut Pink Tourmaline Baguette Diamond Art Deco Style Ring

By Vaibhav Dhadda

Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan

18 karat gold custom cut pink tourmaline baguette diamond art deco circular ring. Art Deco Style

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lady with Flowing Hair Custom 3D Ring with Diamonds in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Lady with Flowing Hair Custom 3D Ring with Diamonds in 18 Karat Yellow Gold

Lady with Flowing Hair Custom 3D Ring with Diamonds in 18 Karat Yellow Gold

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

luxury, this custom ring is a unique expression of femininity and sophistication. The warm glow of yellow

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diana M. Custom 3.00 Cts.Diamond Eternity Band 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Diana M. Custom 3.00 Cts.Diamond Eternity Band 18K Yellow Gold Ring

Diana M. Custom 3.00 Cts.Diamond Eternity Band 18K Yellow Gold Ring

By Diana M. Jewels

Located in New York, NY

18 kt yellow gold diamond ring with U-shaped prongs adorned with 3.00 cts tw brilliant cut round

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 3ct Fancy Yellow Cushion SI2 Loose or Set in Solitaire Ring
GIA Certified 3ct Fancy Yellow Cushion SI2 Loose or Set in Solitaire Ring

GIA Certified 3ct Fancy Yellow Cushion SI2 Loose or Set in Solitaire Ring

By EMD Diamonds

Located in New York, NY

an exceptional choice for a custom diamond set or solitaire ring. At 3.04 carats and measurements of

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

GIA Certified 5.42ct Natural Oval I SI2 Loose or Set in Solitaire Ring
GIA Certified 5.42ct Natural Oval I SI2 Loose or Set in Solitaire Ring

GIA Certified 5.42ct Natural Oval I SI2 Loose or Set in Solitaire Ring

By EMD Diamonds

Located in New York, NY

diamond, natural diamonds, 5 carat diamond, GIA diamond, or a big diamond to set in a custom solitaire

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Luxury Diamond 14K (18K Custom) White Gold Duo Cushion Cut & Pear Halo Rings
Luxury Diamond 14K (18K Custom) White Gold Duo Cushion Cut & Pear Halo Rings

Luxury Diamond 14K (18K Custom) White Gold Duo Cushion Cut & Pear Halo Rings

Located in Los Angeles, CA

shimmering diamonds. 18K white gold available upon request. The vibrant gemstones form a graceful flower

Category

2010s American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Custom Platinum Gum Drop Ring with Morganite and Rock Crystal and Diamonds
Custom Platinum Gum Drop Ring with Morganite and Rock Crystal and Diamonds

Custom Platinum Gum Drop Ring with Morganite and Rock Crystal and Diamonds

By Christina Addison

Located in New York, NY

Custom Platinum Three stone Ring with center faceted oval Morganite weighing approximately 8.00 cts

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Kunzite, Morganite, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, White Gol...

Diana M. Custom Platinum 2.00 Cts. Diamond Wedding Band
Diana M. Custom Platinum 2.00 Cts. Diamond Wedding Band

Diana M. Custom Platinum 2.00 Cts. Diamond Wedding Band

By Diana M. Jewels

Located in New York, NY

platinum diamonds wedding band with 4 2.00 cts tw round diamonds

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diana M. Custom Platinum 3.00 Cts. Diamond Eternity Band
Diana M. Custom Platinum 3.00 Cts. Diamond Eternity Band

Diana M. Custom Platinum 3.00 Cts. Diamond Eternity Band

By Diana M. Jewels

Located in New York, NY

Platinum eternity band with 3.00 cts tw round diamonds all the way around

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Five Carats Certified Spinel Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Custom Ring
Five Carats Certified Spinel Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Custom Ring

Five Carats Certified Spinel Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Custom Ring

By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery

Located in Berlin, DE

ring is easy to wear, and the gem catches eye's attention. This is a custom made piece. We use top

Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat White Gold Channel Set Custom Cut Diamond Band
18 Karat White Gold Channel Set Custom Cut Diamond Band

18 Karat White Gold Channel Set Custom Cut Diamond Band

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Designer: custom Material: 18k white gold Diamond: 22 custom cut = 4.00cttw Color: H / J Clarity

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Custom Engagement Ring Made-to-Order Starting at 6k, Virtual CAD Design Deposit
Custom Engagement Ring Made-to-Order Starting at 6k, Virtual CAD Design Deposit

Custom Engagement Ring Made-to-Order Starting at 6k, Virtual CAD Design Deposit

By Rock N Gold Creations

Located in San Diego, CA

Bespoke Custom Engagement Ring – Made to Order A custom engagement ring is not simply made, it is

Category

2010s American Artisan Engagement Rings

Materials

Alexandrite, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Carnelian, Diamond, White Diamond, Bl...

Diana M. Custom  2.58 Carat Fancy Yellow-VS1 Oval Engagement Ring
Diana M. Custom  2.58 Carat Fancy Yellow-VS1 Oval Engagement Ring

Diana M. Custom 2.58 Carat Fancy Yellow-VS1 Oval Engagement Ring

By Diana M. Jewels

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful designed diamond engagement ring in platinum mounting.The center GIA certified diamond

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diana M. Custom 18K White Gold 2.15 Cts. Diamond Eternity Band
Diana M. Custom 18K White Gold 2.15 Cts. Diamond Eternity Band

Diana M. Custom 18K White Gold 2.15 Cts. Diamond Eternity Band

By Diana M. Jewels

Located in New York, NY

18 kt white gold diamond ring with hyperboloid eternity band design adorned with 2.15 cts tw

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diana M. Custom 3.00 Cts. Diamond Eternity Band 18K White Gold
Diana M. Custom 3.00 Cts. Diamond Eternity Band 18K White Gold

Diana M. Custom 3.00 Cts. Diamond Eternity Band 18K White Gold

By Diana M. Jewels

Located in New York, NY

18 kt white gold diamond ring with U-shaped prongs adorned with 3.00 cts tw brilliant cut round

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diana M. Custom 1.40 Cts. Diamond Eternity Band 18K White Gold
Diana M. Custom 1.40 Cts. Diamond Eternity Band 18K White Gold

Diana M. Custom 1.40 Cts. Diamond Eternity Band 18K White Gold

By Diana M. Jewels

Located in New York, NY

18kt white gold 1.40 ct tw round diamond eternity band

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diana M. Custom 1.00 Cts. Diamond Wedding Band 18K White Gold
Diana M. Custom 1.00 Cts. Diamond Wedding Band 18K White Gold

Diana M. Custom 1.00 Cts. Diamond Wedding Band 18K White Gold

By Diana M. Jewels

Located in New York, NY

18 kt white gold diamond wedding band wih 5 1.00 cts tw round diamonds

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pearl Halo 14K (18K Custom) White Gold Statement Diamond Earrings
Pearl Halo 14K (18K Custom) White Gold Statement Diamond Earrings

Pearl Halo 14K (18K Custom) White Gold Statement Diamond Earrings

Located in Los Angeles, CA

, beautifully surrounded by a radiant halo of sparkling diamond accents in a sunburst-inspired design. Designed

Category

2010s American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 2.46 Carat Sapphire set in 18K Two Tone New Custom Ring
GIA Certified 2.46 Carat Sapphire set in 18K Two Tone New Custom Ring

GIA Certified 2.46 Carat Sapphire set in 18K Two Tone New Custom Ring

Located in Addison, TX

GIA Certified 2.46 Carat Sapphire set in 18K Two Tone New Custom Ring Ring Size: 6.5 (can be sized

Category

2010s Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Diamond Leaf Stacking Ring, Minimalist Diamond Ring
18K Yellow Gold Diamond Leaf Stacking Ring, Minimalist Diamond Ring

18K Yellow Gold Diamond Leaf Stacking Ring, Minimalist Diamond Ring

By VR Jewels

Located in New York, NY

We can customize the Gold Diamond Ring according to your specification. Go to our Storefront Page for

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Onyx Diamond ring modern 18KT white gold Slick minimal diamond ring
Onyx Diamond ring modern 18KT white gold Slick minimal diamond ring

Onyx Diamond ring modern 18KT white gold Slick minimal diamond ring

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Stunning custom onyx ring with diamonds on either side in 18KT gold. This ring is modern and slick

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Custom Designed Emerald and Diamond Wedding Band in 18 Karat Gold and Platinum
Custom Designed Emerald and Diamond Wedding Band in 18 Karat Gold and Platinum

Custom Designed Emerald and Diamond Wedding Band in 18 Karat Gold and Platinum

Located in Wailea, HI

Custom Designed Emerald and Diamond Wedding Band in 18k Gold and Platinum Size 10 Extremely Fine

Category

Late 20th Century American Wedding Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

TIFFANY & CO. Halo 2.86 Ct. Diamond Ring
TIFFANY & CO. Halo 2.86 Ct. Diamond Ring

TIFFANY & CO. Halo 2.86 Ct. Diamond Ring

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Chicago, IL

TIFFANY & CO. CUSTOM HALO 2.86 CARAT DIAMOND RING — ONE-OF-A-KIND MASTERPIECE Presenting a

Category

2010s American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

10K White Gold Diamond Cluster Ring 3.00ct
10K White Gold Diamond Cluster Ring 3.00ct

10K White Gold Diamond Cluster Ring 3.00ct

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Ladies' custom-made diamond cluster ring in 10k white gold setting. Tests 41% gold using an XRF

Category

Late 20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold

Bespoke Diamond Half Eternity Ring 0.50ct
Bespoke Diamond Half Eternity Ring 0.50ct

Bespoke Diamond Half Eternity Ring 0.50ct

Located in SYDNEY, NSW

Unique features: A women's, custom made, diamond Ring Diamond half eternity ring. Made of 18 kt

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

1.53ct GIA French Platinum Diamond Ring
1.53ct GIA French Platinum Diamond Ring

1.53ct GIA French Platinum Diamond Ring

By Sebastien Barier

Located in San Francisco, CA

Exceptional design featuring a phenomenal center diamond. This custom French platinum ring by

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

14K White Gold Pink Tourmaline & Diamond Ring 4.9g
14K White Gold Pink Tourmaline & Diamond Ring 4.9g

14K White Gold Pink Tourmaline & Diamond Ring 4.9g

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Custom-made tourmaline and diamond ring in 14k white gold setting. Stamped 14k and weighs 4.9 grams

Category

Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold

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Custom Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact custom diamond ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and 14k Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 32 vintage or 196 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. If you’re looking for a custom 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 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a custom diamond ring has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Five Star Jewelry, Brunello Cucinelli and Concierge Diamonds Inc. are consistently popular. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also oval cut cut and emerald cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for a custom diamond ring, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Custom Diamond Ring?

Prices for a custom diamond ring can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $190 and can go as high as $254,550, while this accessory, on average, fetches $5,568.

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.