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D Vs1 Diamond Solitaire

Tiffany & Co. GIA Certified 1.10 Carat D-VS1 Diamond Solitaire Ring
Tiffany & Co. GIA Certified 1.10 Carat D-VS1 Diamond Solitaire Ring

Tiffany & Co. GIA Certified 1.10 Carat D-VS1 Diamond Solitaire Ring

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Chicago, IL

. The center diamond is graded D color, the highest color grade, offering a rare and pure icy-white

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2010s American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Bulgari Griffe 0.50ct D VS1 Diamond Solitaire Ring in Platinum, GIA Certified
Bulgari Griffe 0.50ct D VS1 Diamond Solitaire Ring in Platinum, GIA Certified

Bulgari Griffe 0.50ct D VS1 Diamond Solitaire Ring in Platinum, GIA Certified

By Bulgari

Located in London, GB

diamond, GIA certified, and laser-inscribed (GIA 16664726). Graded D colour and VS1 clarity, this

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2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 6.02ct D VS1 Emerald Cut Diamond Loose or Set in Solitaire Ring
GIA Certified 6.02ct D VS1 Emerald Cut Diamond Loose or Set in Solitaire Ring

GIA Certified 6.02ct D VS1 Emerald Cut Diamond Loose or Set in Solitaire Ring

By EMD Diamonds

Located in New York, NY

**Save this diamond ❤️ to receive price updates** *Offered loose; mounting into the shown solitaire

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

GIA Certified D VS1 1.00ct Emerald-Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
GIA Certified D VS1 1.00ct Emerald-Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring in 18K Yellow Gold

GIA Certified D VS1 1.00ct Emerald-Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring in 18K Yellow Gold

Located in Jaipur, RJ

minimal form. At the heart lies a rare, GIA-certified D color, VS clarity natural emerald-cut diamond

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2010s Indian Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 10.00 Carats D/VS1  Pear Shape Diamond 18k Gold Ring
GIA Certified 10.00 Carats D/VS1  Pear Shape Diamond 18k Gold Ring

GIA Certified 10.00 Carats D/VS1 Pear Shape Diamond 18k Gold Ring

Located in New Delhi, Delhi

pear shape diamond, GIA certified, with D color and VS1 clarity, set in rich 18K gold. It’s bold

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Chaumet Josephine Aigrette GIA 1.57ct D-VS1 Diamond Ring in Platinum US - 4 3/4
Chaumet Josephine Aigrette GIA 1.57ct D-VS1 Diamond Ring in Platinum US - 4 3/4

Chaumet Josephine Aigrette GIA 1.57ct D-VS1 Diamond Ring in Platinum US - 4 3/4

By Chaumet

Located in Tokyo, JP

■ Model Number: J30S00 ■ Material:  ・1.57ct Diamond (D–VS1)  ・Side Diamonds  ・PT950 Platinum ■ Weight

Category

2010s French Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

0.40ct Diamond Solitaire Stud Earrings 18ct White Gold D VS1
0.40ct Diamond Solitaire Stud Earrings 18ct White Gold D VS1

0.40ct Diamond Solitaire Stud Earrings 18ct White Gold D VS1

Located in London, GB

Classic solitaire diamond stud earrings in 18k white gold, total weight 0.40ct , D colour VVS1

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

J. Birnbach 2.08 Carat D VS1 Radiant Cut Diamond Pave Solitaire Ring
J. Birnbach 2.08 Carat D VS1 Radiant Cut Diamond Pave Solitaire Ring

J. Birnbach 2.08 Carat D VS1 Radiant Cut Diamond Pave Solitaire Ring

By J. Birnbach

Located in New York, NY

. At its center is a stunning 2.08-carat radiant-cut diamond, GIA certified as D color and VS1 clarity

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

T&Co. Platinum .30 Carat D VS1 Round Natural Solitaire Engagement Ring
T&Co. Platinum .30 Carat D VS1 Round Natural Solitaire Engagement Ring

T&Co. Platinum .30 Carat D VS1 Round Natural Solitaire Engagement Ring

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Baltimore, MD

T&Co. Platinum .30 Carat D VS1 Round Natural Solitaire Engagement Ring Metal: Platinum Weight

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1.17ct Round diamond halo engagement ring in 18k white gold.
1.17ct Round diamond halo engagement ring in 18k white gold.

1.17ct Round diamond halo engagement ring in 18k white gold.

Located in London, GB

total weight 0.42ct too D colour VS1 clarity great diamond characteristics. Solitaire engagement ring

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

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Marquis Diamond 2.01 Carat VS-1, D GIA, Rare
Marquis Diamond 2.01 Carat VS-1, D GIA, Rare

Marquis Diamond 2.01 Carat VS-1, D GIA, Rare

Located in Dallas, TX

Beautiful diamond, rare D color. GIA Diamond Report number 2173786962.

Category

1990s Unknown Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond

Art Deco Platinum and Diamond D/VS1 Old Cut Solitaire Engagement Ring
Art Deco Platinum and Diamond D/VS1 Old Cut Solitaire Engagement Ring

Art Deco Platinum and Diamond D/VS1 Old Cut Solitaire Engagement Ring

Located in Melbourne, AU

A platinum antique ring with a 0.59ct old cut diamond graded as colour D, clarity VS1 in a four

Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Cartier 1895 Solitaire Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds, 2.02 Carat, VS1, D
Cartier 1895 Solitaire Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds, 2.02 Carat, VS1, D

Cartier 1895 Solitaire Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds, 2.02 Carat, VS1, D

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

, color grade D, clarity grade VS1. Size EU 51 US 5.75 Ring can be re-sized by boutique. Stock#: CTR409

Category

1990s French Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Platinum .98ct GIA Round D/VS1 Diamond Solitaire Pendant & 18" Chain
Antique Platinum .98ct GIA Round D/VS1 Diamond Solitaire Pendant & 18" Chain

Antique Platinum .98ct GIA Round D/VS1 Diamond Solitaire Pendant & 18" Chain

Located in Montclair, NJ

Old Cut Fiery Diamond. Faces up as 1.15ct --Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Circular

Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

3.50 Cushion Brilliant GIA Certified D VS1 Diamond Ring by J Birnbach
3.50 Cushion Brilliant GIA Certified D VS1 Diamond Ring by J Birnbach

3.50 Cushion Brilliant GIA Certified D VS1 Diamond Ring by J Birnbach

By J. Birnbach

Located in New York, NY

This incredible solitaire Cushion Brilliant diamond ring is the essence of femininity and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 2.01 Carat Diamond D VS1 and Platinum Pave Engagement Ring
GIA Certified 2.01 Carat Diamond D VS1 and Platinum Pave Engagement Ring

GIA Certified 2.01 Carat Diamond D VS1 and Platinum Pave Engagement Ring

Located in New York, NY

D color and VS1 clarity. The diamond is claw-set into a high basket setting, and the mounting is

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Bulgari Trombino Ring 4, 93 D VS1 Golconda Diamond GIA Type 2A Platinum
Bulgari Trombino Ring 4, 93 D VS1 Golconda Diamond GIA Type 2A Platinum

Bulgari Trombino Ring 4, 93 D VS1 Golconda Diamond GIA Type 2A Platinum

By Bulgari

Located in Milano, IT

Beautiful 1970's Bulgari D VS1 4.93carat Round Diamond. According to the records of GIA Laboratory

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold

Seven Carat Oval Diamond for Ring or Pendant GIA D Color VS1 Clarity
Seven Carat Oval Diamond for Ring or Pendant GIA D Color VS1 Clarity

Seven Carat Oval Diamond for Ring or Pendant GIA D Color VS1 Clarity

Located in New York, NY

Spectacularly beautiful 7.25 carat oval diamond. This spectacular diamond is available in a

Category

2010s American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Verdura 2.51 Carat D VS1 Pear Shaped Diamond Solitaire Necklace
Verdura 2.51 Carat D VS1 Pear Shaped Diamond Solitaire Necklace

Verdura 2.51 Carat D VS1 Pear Shaped Diamond Solitaire Necklace

By Verdura

Located in New York, NY

: platinum basket, yellow gold chain, set with 2.51 Carat Carat D VS1 Pear Cut Diamond. A pear-shaped

Category

20th Century American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Cartier Solitaire 1895 Diamond Engagement Ring 2.02 Carat D/VS1 GIA Certified
Cartier Solitaire 1895 Diamond Engagement Ring 2.02 Carat D/VS1 GIA Certified

Cartier Solitaire 1895 Diamond Engagement Ring 2.02 Carat D/VS1 GIA Certified

By Cartier

Located in Mayfair, London, London

set to the centre with a 2.02ct round brilliant cut diamond, D colour and VS1 in clarity. The ring has

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.61ctw VS1 D E Diamond Pear Solitaire Stud Earrings 14k White Gold GIA
1.61ctw VS1 D E Diamond Pear Solitaire Stud Earrings 14k White Gold GIA

1.61ctw VS1 D E Diamond Pear Solitaire Stud Earrings 14k White Gold GIA

Located in McLeansville, NC

Gem: Natural Diamonds - 1.61 Total Carats, Pear Brilliant Cut, D & E Color, VS1 Clarity GIA

Category

2010s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

GIA Certified 4.01 Carat D VS1, Radiant Diamond Engagement Ring
GIA Certified 4.01 Carat D VS1, Radiant Diamond Engagement Ring

GIA Certified 4.01 Carat D VS1, Radiant Diamond Engagement Ring

Located in LA, CA

GIA Certified Radiant Shape Diamond 4.01 Carat D VS1 lays on a beautiful Platinum mounting filled

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier paved solitary 1985 Diamond Engagement Ring set with 2.02 Cts. D VS1 GIA
Cartier paved solitary 1985 Diamond Engagement Ring set with 2.02 Cts. D VS1 GIA

Cartier paved solitary 1985 Diamond Engagement Ring set with 2.02 Cts. D VS1 GIA

By Cartier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

diamond, flanked by 14 paved round faceted diamonds. It is GIA certified as follows: Center Diamond

Category

Vintage 1980s French Solitaire Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.05 Ct VS1 Natural Fancy D. Brown Orangy Yellow Diamond Ring, No Reserve Price
1.05 Ct VS1 Natural Fancy D. Brown Orangy Yellow Diamond Ring, No Reserve Price

1.05 Ct VS1 Natural Fancy D. Brown Orangy Yellow Diamond Ring, No Reserve Price

By House of R&D

Located in Ramat Gan, Tel Aviv District

This lot is offered without any reserve price, starting bid $1, highest bid wins. 14k Rose Gold

Category

2010s Israeli Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

0.50 Ct Natural Fancy Brownish Yellow, VS1, Diamond Ring, No Reserve Price
0.50 Ct Natural Fancy Brownish Yellow, VS1, Diamond Ring, No Reserve Price

0.50 Ct Natural Fancy Brownish Yellow, VS1, Diamond Ring, No Reserve Price

By House of R&D

Located in Ramat Gan, Tel Aviv District

Diamonds. Color Grading: Fancy Brownish Yellow Clarity Grading: VS1 Total Carat Weight: 0.80ct

Category

2010s Israeli Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

0.66 Ct Natural Light Yellow, VS1, No Reserve Price
0.66 Ct Natural Light Yellow, VS1, No Reserve Price

0.66 Ct Natural Light Yellow, VS1, No Reserve Price

By House of R&D

Located in Ramat Gan, Tel Aviv District

Diamonds. Color Grading: Light Yellow Clarity Grading: VS1 Total Carat Weight: 0.80ct Certification

Category

2010s Israeli Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

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Late 20th Century American Modern Engagement Rings

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By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Northbrook, IL

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Late 20th Century Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

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By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Tampa, FL

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

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By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Bridal Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

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By Daizy Jewellery

Located in Istanbul, TR

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2010s Turkish Modern Bridal Rings

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Garnet, 14k Gold

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By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

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21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Wedding Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

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By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Tiffany & Co. .72 ct Diamond Engagement Ring Plat H VS1 Box & Papers Tiffany & Co. solitaire engagement ring with a 0.72 ct single round brilliant cut diamond center st...

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2010s Bridal Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Round Diamond Halo Platinum Engagement Ring
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By Cartier

Located in Greenwich, CT

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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

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By Cartier

Located in Honolulu, HI

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Diamond, Platinum

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By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in New York, NY

Created by Van Cleef & Arpels, this 0.43 carat diamond solitaire ring is set in platinum. It weighs 2.1 grams. Size 3. It comes with certificate of authenticity and proof of purchase...

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2010s Solitaire Rings

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Tiffany & Co GIA 1.00 Carat Diamond Platinum Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
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Tiffany & Co GIA 1.00 Carat Diamond Platinum Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Stamford, CT

Vintage 1990's Tiffany & Co diamond solitaire engagement ring. GIA certified round brilliant center diamond in a platinum six prong crown on top of an 18k yellow gold setting. GIA ce...

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Late 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Harry Winston GIA Certified Engagement Ring in Platinum with Diamond Box Papers
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By Harry Winston

Located in Miami, FL

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

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By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Simpsonville, SC

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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

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By Tiffany & Co.

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2010s American Engagement Rings

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Tiffany & Co. Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Bethesda, MD

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21st Century and Contemporary American Solitaire Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

TIFFANY & CO Round Brilliant Diamond 0.75 cts I VS1 Platinum Engagement Ring
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By Tiffany & Co.

Located in San Diego, CA

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Diamond, Platinum

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D Vs1 Diamond Solitaire For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the d vs1 diamond solitaire you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of Gold, White Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 105 vintage editions and 548 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect d vs1 diamond solitaire may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, .5 Carat and 1 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic d vs1 diamond solitaire over the years, but those made by Tiffany & Co., Antinori Fine Jewels and Cartier are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and cushion cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a d vs1 diamond solitaire, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a D Vs1 Diamond Solitaire?

On average, a d vs1 diamond solitaire at 1stDibs sells for $13,687, while they’re typically $650 on the low end and $1,625,000 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.