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Sophia D Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Oval Platinum Ring
Sophia D Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Oval Platinum Ring

Sophia D Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Oval Platinum Ring

By Sophia D

Located in New York, NY

A striking Art Deco oval design centered with a 1.51-carat natural oval diamond, framed by a vivid

Category

2010s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

GIA Certified 6.05ct D SI1 Oval Diamond Loose or Set in Solitaire Ring
GIA Certified 6.05ct D SI1 Oval Diamond Loose or Set in Solitaire Ring

GIA Certified 6.05ct D SI1 Oval Diamond Loose or Set in Solitaire Ring

By EMD Diamonds

Located in New York, NY

carat D SI1 oval diamond is available loose and can be mounted in the solitaire ring shown in the photos

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

GIA Certified 3.01 Carat D-Color VS1 Oval Brilliant Diamond Ring
GIA Certified 3.01 Carat D-Color VS1 Oval Brilliant Diamond Ring

GIA Certified 3.01 Carat D-Color VS1 Oval Brilliant Diamond Ring

By Antinori Fine Jewels

Located in Chicago, IL

GIA Certified 3.01 Carat D-Color VS1 Oval Brilliant Diamond Ring with Tapered Baguettes in Platinum

Category

2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 5 Carat Oval Diamond Ring D COLOR VVS1 CLARITY
GIA Certified 5 Carat Oval Diamond Ring D COLOR VVS1 CLARITY

GIA Certified 5 Carat Oval Diamond Ring D COLOR VVS1 CLARITY

Located in Chicago, IL

This exquisite solitaire ring features a GIA-certified 5-carat oval Cut Diamond, set in a timeless

Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

7.52 Carat GIA Certified Oval Diamond Eternity Ring, D–F Color, VS Clarity
7.52 Carat GIA Certified Oval Diamond Eternity Ring, D–F Color, VS Clarity

7.52 Carat GIA Certified Oval Diamond Eternity Ring, D–F Color, VS Clarity

By Emilio!

Located in New York, NY

distinction rarely found in eternity rings of this caliber. All diamonds are graded D–F color and VS clarity

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 3.00 Ct FLAWLESS / D color Oval Shape Diamond 18K Gold Ring
GIA Certified 3.00 Ct FLAWLESS / D color Oval Shape Diamond 18K Gold Ring

GIA Certified 3.00 Ct FLAWLESS / D color Oval Shape Diamond 18K Gold Ring

Located in New Delhi, Delhi

shape natural diamond, D Color Flawless GIA Certified set in a bold wide band of 18K gold. FLAWLESS

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 6 Oval Cut Diamond Ring Flawless Clarity D Color
GIA Certified 6 Oval Cut Diamond Ring Flawless Clarity D Color

GIA Certified 6 Oval Cut Diamond Ring Flawless Clarity D Color

By Antinori Fine Jewels

Located in Chicago, IL

GIA, the world’s premiere gemological authority. The diamond is graded D for color, the best grade

Category

2010s Italian Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald

GIA Certified Golconda Type 6 Carat D Color Flawless Clarity Oval Diamond Ring
GIA Certified Golconda Type 6 Carat D Color Flawless Clarity Oval Diamond Ring

GIA Certified Golconda Type 6 Carat D Color Flawless Clarity Oval Diamond Ring

By Antinori Fine Jewels

Located in Chicago, IL

An amazing This investment grade 6 carat GIA certified oval cut diamond ring that has D color

Category

2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 4.01 Carat Oval Cut D Color Diamond Ring in Platinum with trillion
GIA Certified 4.01 Carat Oval Cut D Color Diamond Ring in Platinum with trillion

GIA Certified 4.01 Carat Oval Cut D Color Diamond Ring in Platinum with trillion

By Antinori Fine Jewels

Located in Chicago, IL

center rests a GIA certified 4.01 carat oval cut diamond admired for its elongated silhouette and

Category

2010s Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 2 Carat Oval Diamond Ring with pavé D Color Flawless Clarity
GIA Certified 2 Carat Oval Diamond Ring with pavé D Color Flawless Clarity

GIA Certified 2 Carat Oval Diamond Ring with pavé D Color Flawless Clarity

By Antinori Fine Jewels

Located in Chicago, IL

This exquisite ring showcases a stunning 2 carat oval diamond, meticulously crafted from the finest

Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified 4.01 Carat Oval Cut D Color IF Clarity Diamond Type IIA Ring
GIA Certified 4.01 Carat Oval Cut D Color IF Clarity Diamond Type IIA Ring

GIA Certified 4.01 Carat Oval Cut D Color IF Clarity Diamond Type IIA Ring

By Antinori Fine Jewels

Located in Chicago, IL

This magnificent engagement ring showcases a mesmerizing 4.01 carat oval-cut diamond, GIA certified

Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 3.01 Carat Oval Cut Diamond D Color VVS2 Clarity Platinum Ring
GIA Certified 3.01 Carat Oval Cut Diamond D Color VVS2 Clarity Platinum Ring

GIA Certified 3.01 Carat Oval Cut Diamond D Color VVS2 Clarity Platinum Ring

By Antinori Fine Jewels

Located in Chicago, IL

This exquisite engagement ring showcases a 3.01 carat oval cut diamond, GIA certified and chosen

Category

2010s American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

8.30ct D SI1 Oval Diamond Engagement Ring GIA Certified
8.30ct D SI1 Oval Diamond Engagement Ring GIA Certified

8.30ct D SI1 Oval Diamond Engagement Ring GIA Certified

Located in Victoria,, AU

A stunning engagement ring featuring an 8.30ct natural oval brilliant diamond, graded D/SI1 by GIA

Category

2010s American Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 4.01 Carat D Color Flawless Oval Diamond Platinum Tapered Baguette
GIA Certified 4.01 Carat D Color Flawless Oval Diamond Platinum Tapered Baguette

GIA Certified 4.01 Carat D Color Flawless Oval Diamond Platinum Tapered Baguette

By Antinori Fine Jewels

Located in Chicago, IL

GIA Certified 4.01 Carat D Color Flawless Oval Diamond Platinum Tapered Baguette Ring Description

Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.00 Carat Twisted Rope Oval Halo Cathedral Diamond Ring
GIA Certified 1.00 Carat Twisted Rope Oval Halo Cathedral Diamond Ring

GIA Certified 1.00 Carat Twisted Rope Oval Halo Cathedral Diamond Ring

By EMD Diamonds

Located in New York, NY

captivating oval diamond weighing 1.00 dazzles with a brilliant sparkle, expertly graded at D and VS2. The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Sophia D. 4.81 Carat Pink Sapphire Ring
Sophia D. 4.81 Carat Pink Sapphire Ring

Sophia D. 4.81 Carat Pink Sapphire Ring

By Sophia D

Located in New York, NY

natural color and no heat treatment. Flanking the sapphire are approximately HVS2 trapezoid-cut diamonds

Category

2010s Fashion Rings

Materials

Pink Sapphire

GIA 0.70ct Oval Marquise & Round Milgrain Bezel Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
GIA 0.70ct Oval Marquise & Round Milgrain Bezel Yellow Gold Diamond Ring

GIA 0.70ct Oval Marquise & Round Milgrain Bezel Yellow Gold Diamond Ring

By EMD Diamonds

Located in New York, NY

features a breathtaking oval diamond at its center, weighing 0.70 , with a striking D and VS2. The unique

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 5.01 Carat D Color Flawless Oval Brilliant Diamond Type IIa Platin
GIA Certified 5.01 Carat D Color Flawless Oval Brilliant Diamond Type IIa Platin

GIA Certified 5.01 Carat D Color Flawless Oval Brilliant Diamond Type IIa Platin

Located in Chicago, IL

This diamond is classified as a Type IIa, representing less than 2% of all gem-quality diamonds

Category

2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

GIA 5.01ct Oval Slim Band Prong Set Solitaire 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
GIA 5.01ct Oval Slim Band Prong Set Solitaire 18K White Gold Diamond Ring

GIA 5.01ct Oval Slim Band Prong Set Solitaire 18K White Gold Diamond Ring

By EMD Diamonds

Located in New York, NY

Institute of America) Shape: Oval Carat: 5.01 Color: D Clarity: SI1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX Ring Details

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

GIA Certified 20 Carat Oval Cut Diamond Platinum Ring D VS1
GIA Certified 20 Carat Oval Cut Diamond Platinum Ring D VS1

GIA Certified 20 Carat Oval Cut Diamond Platinum Ring D VS1

Located in Chicago, IL

GIA Certified 20 Carat Oval Cut Diamond Platinum Ring D COLOR VS1 CLARITY Elevate your elegance

Category

2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Oval Diamond Micro Pavé Halo Platinum Ring, 1.00 Carat D VS2
Oval Diamond Micro Pavé Halo Platinum Ring, 1.00 Carat D VS2

Oval Diamond Micro Pavé Halo Platinum Ring, 1.00 Carat D VS2

By Moira Fine Jewellery

Located in London, GB

A micro pavé halo ring, set with a 1.00ct, D colour, VS2 clarity oval brilliant-cut diamond, in a

Category

2010s English Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified White Gold Oval Cut Diamond Ring 1.00ct D/SI1
GIA Certified White Gold Oval Cut Diamond Ring 1.00ct D/SI1

GIA Certified White Gold Oval Cut Diamond Ring 1.00ct D/SI1

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A stunning 18k white gold diamond engagement ring. The ring is set to the centre with an oval cut

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Vivid Diamonds 4.96 Carat Oval Diamond Eternity Band
Vivid Diamonds 4.96 Carat Oval Diamond Eternity Band

Vivid Diamonds 4.96 Carat Oval Diamond Eternity Band

By Vivid Diamonds

Located in Miami, FL

cut diamonds weighing 4.96 carats total, D-F color, VVS-VS clarity. Each diamond is carefully selected

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Sophia D Trio Brown and White Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Sophia D Trio Brown and White Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Ring

Sophia D Trio Brown and White Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Ring

By Sophia D

Located in New York, NY

A sculptural three-stone ring featuring a 1.12-carat cushion-cut natural brown diamond accented by

Category

2010s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 8.50 Carat D/VVS1 Oval Shape Diamond 18K Gold Ring
GIA Certified 8.50 Carat D/VVS1 Oval Shape Diamond 18K Gold Ring

GIA Certified 8.50 Carat D/VVS1 Oval Shape Diamond 18K Gold Ring

Located in New Delhi, Delhi

of 8,50 carats, in perfect oval shape, D color( extra white) VVS1 clarity, very sparkly, and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vivid Diamonds 5.56 Carat Oval Eternity Band
Vivid Diamonds 5.56 Carat Oval Eternity Band

Vivid Diamonds 5.56 Carat Oval Eternity Band

By Vivid Diamonds

Located in Miami, FL

weighing 5.56 carats total, D-E color, VVS2-VS1 clarity. Each diamond was carefully selected, perfectly

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

J. Birnbach GIA Certified 1.66 Carat D VVS2 Oval Diamond Solitaire Ring
J. Birnbach GIA Certified 1.66 Carat D VVS2 Oval Diamond Solitaire Ring

J. Birnbach GIA Certified 1.66 Carat D VVS2 Oval Diamond Solitaire Ring

By J. Birnbach

Located in New York, NY

This elegant platinum pavé ring features a spectacular 1.66 carat oval brilliant diamond, certified

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vivid Diamonds GIA Certified 6.61 Carat Oval Diamond Eternity Band
Vivid Diamonds GIA Certified 6.61 Carat Oval Diamond Eternity Band

Vivid Diamonds GIA Certified 6.61 Carat Oval Diamond Eternity Band

By Vivid Diamonds

Located in Miami, FL

Certified oval cut diamonds weighing 6.61 carats total, D-E color, VVS2-VS1 clarity. Each diamond is

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

J. Birnbach GIA Certified 3.81 Carat D SI1 Oval Diamond Solitaire Ring
J. Birnbach GIA Certified 3.81 Carat D SI1 Oval Diamond Solitaire Ring

J. Birnbach GIA Certified 3.81 Carat D SI1 Oval Diamond Solitaire Ring

By J. Birnbach

Located in New York, NY

diamond, GIA certified as D color and SI1 clarity. The center diamond’s exceptional color—the highest

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 2.61ct Oval Cut D SI1 Diamond Engagement Ring White Gold
GIA Certified 2.61ct Oval Cut D SI1 Diamond Engagement Ring White Gold

GIA Certified 2.61ct Oval Cut D SI1 Diamond Engagement Ring White Gold

By Alexander Beverly Hills

Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA

Classic solitaire diamond engagement ring. 2.61 carat oval brilliant diamond. GIA certified D color

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

GIA 8 Carat D VS2 Oval Diamond Platinum Ring with Step-Cut Trapezoids
GIA 8 Carat D VS2 Oval Diamond Platinum Ring with Step-Cut Trapezoids

GIA 8 Carat D VS2 Oval Diamond Platinum Ring with Step-Cut Trapezoids

Located in New York, NY

D color and VS2 clarity, the center diamond belongs to the most elite category of natural white

Category

2010s American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vivid DIamonds GIA Certified 12.10 Carat Oval Cut Diamond Eternity Band
Vivid DIamonds GIA Certified 12.10 Carat Oval Cut Diamond Eternity Band

Vivid DIamonds GIA Certified 12.10 Carat Oval Cut Diamond Eternity Band

By Vivid Diamonds

Located in Miami, FL

Certified oval diamonds weighing 12.10 carats total, D-F color, VVS-VS clarity. Each diamond was carefully

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vivid Diamonds GIA Certified 5.35 Carat Oval Eternity Band
Vivid Diamonds GIA Certified 5.35 Carat Oval Eternity Band

Vivid Diamonds GIA Certified 5.35 Carat Oval Eternity Band

By Vivid Diamonds

Located in Miami, FL

oval diamonds weighing 5.35 carats total, D-E color, VVS-VS clarity. Each diamond was carefully

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vivid Diamonds GIA Certified 5.39 Carat Oval Eternity Band
Vivid Diamonds GIA Certified 5.39 Carat Oval Eternity Band

Vivid Diamonds GIA Certified 5.39 Carat Oval Eternity Band

By Vivid Diamonds

Located in Miami, FL

oval diamonds weighing 5.39 carats total, D-F color, VVS-VS clarity. Each diamond was carefully

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Shreve, Crump & Low GIA Certified 10.14 Carat D SI2 Oval Cut Diamond Ring
Shreve, Crump & Low GIA Certified 10.14 Carat D SI2 Oval Cut Diamond Ring

Shreve, Crump & Low GIA Certified 10.14 Carat D SI2 Oval Cut Diamond Ring

By Shreve, Crump & Low

Located in Boston, MA

This oval cut diamond ring is offered by Shreve, Crump & Low. This 10.14 carat GIA Certified D SI2

Category

2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1.00 Carat D VS2 Oval Diamond Antique Vintage Engagement Ring, 1.30 Cttw
1.00 Carat D VS2 Oval Diamond Antique Vintage Engagement Ring, 1.30 Cttw

1.00 Carat D VS2 Oval Diamond Antique Vintage Engagement Ring, 1.30 Cttw

By Five Star Jewelry

Located in Austin, TX

The gorgeous antique style rose gold oval diamond engagement ring is striking and stunning! This

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

GIA Certified 3.00 Ct D/VVS1 Oval Shape Diamond 18K Gold Ring
GIA Certified 3.00 Ct D/VVS1 Oval Shape Diamond 18K Gold Ring

GIA Certified 3.00 Ct D/VVS1 Oval Shape Diamond 18K Gold Ring

Located in New Delhi, Delhi

*✨ Rare Elegance with a Touch of Pink ✨* 💍 3.00 Carats Oval Shape Natural Diamond Ring D Color

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vivid Diamonds GIA Certified 7.90 Carat Oval Eternity Band
Vivid Diamonds GIA Certified 7.90 Carat Oval Eternity Band

Vivid Diamonds GIA Certified 7.90 Carat Oval Eternity Band

By Vivid Diamonds

Located in Miami, FL

diamonds weighing 7.90 carats total, D-F color, VVS1-VS2 clarity. Each diamond is carefully selected

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 11.00 Carats D/VVS1 Oval Shape Diamond 18K Gold Ring
GIA Certified 11.00 Carats D/VVS1 Oval Shape Diamond 18K Gold Ring

GIA Certified 11.00 Carats D/VVS1 Oval Shape Diamond 18K Gold Ring

Located in New Delhi, Delhi

oval shape, D color VVS1 clarity, very sparkly . Handcrafted by artisan goldsmith. Wholesale Price

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

All GIA Certified Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Ring 10.68 CT D-F FL-VS2 Platinum
All GIA Certified Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Ring 10.68 CT D-F FL-VS2 Platinum

All GIA Certified Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Ring 10.68 CT D-F FL-VS2 Platinum

By Harbor Diamonds

Located in New York, NY

, crafted in Platinum. Average 0.70 Carats Each All diamonds are GIA Certified with gradings from D-F Color

Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.50 Carat D VVS1 Oval Diamond East-West Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.50 Carat D VVS1 Oval Diamond East-West Ring in 18K Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 1.50 Carat D VVS1 Oval Diamond East-West Ring in 18K Yellow Gold

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

This refined ring features a GIA Certified 1.50 carat Oval Shape diamond, graded D color and VVS1

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Platinum Oval Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Platinum Oval Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

Platinum Oval Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Material: platinum Center Diamond: 1 oval cut = 3.01ct Color: D Clarity: VVS2 GIA: 6342981185 Ring

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

J. Birnbach GIA Certified 1.70 Carat D VS1 Oval Diamond Three-Stone Ring
J. Birnbach GIA Certified 1.70 Carat D VS1 Oval Diamond Three-Stone Ring

J. Birnbach GIA Certified 1.70 Carat D VS1 Oval Diamond Three-Stone Ring

By J. Birnbach

Located in New York, NY

diamond, graded D color and VS1 clarity by GIA—truly the highest in color and a standout in quality. The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

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D Color Oval Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the d color oval diamond ring you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 126 vintage or 180 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a d color oval diamond ring may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating a d color oval diamond ring has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Beyond Fine Jewelry, Antinori Fine Jewels and Alberto are consistently popular. An oval cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also round cut and mixed cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for a d color oval diamond ring, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a D Color Oval Diamond Ring?

On average, a d color oval diamond ring at 1stDibs sells for $7,780, while they’re typically $375 on the low end and $1,275,000 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.