Victorian 0.60ct Diamond and Pearl Cluster Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the 1880s, this beautiful Victorian cluster ring features a central diamond surrounded by pearls.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Pearl and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Condition: Used (Very Good) Weight: 7.1 grams Ring Size: O 1/2 (56) - Resizable Band Width: 8mm - 6.5mm Face Dimensions: 14.5mm x 14.5mm Pearl Dimensions: 7.5mm Total Diamond Weight:...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Pearl and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderfully unique ring originally dating back to the Edwardian period. A single round shaped natural pearl showcasing a lovely level of lustre sits at the centre of t...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
Black Pearl and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Condition: Used (Very Good) Weight: 4.3 grams Ring Size: L 1/2 (52) Band Width: 1.5mm Pearl Dimensions: 13mm Total Diamond Weight: 0.49ct Diamond Details: Approx.
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian Natural Pearl and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Condition: Used (Very Good) Weight: 3.2 grams Ring Size: F 1/2 (44.5) - Resizable Band Width: 2.5mm - 1.5mm Face Dimensions: 9.5mm x 9.5mm Pearl Dimensions: 5mm Total Diamond Weight:...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a superb 18ct gold pearl and diamond cluster ring. Set upon a platinum head, the central natural pearl possesses a wonderful lustre whilst the encompassing stones which circu...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have an excellently crafted 18ct yellow gold cluster ring from Victorian era. This piece focally showcases a single natural pearl at the centre which is surrounded by 10 brig...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pearl and Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Cluster Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
*ALL OUR PRICES INCLUDE PREPAID TARRIFS & CUSTOMS DUTIES* Graceful and timeless, this exquisite pearl and diamond cluster ring is a celebration of classic elegance with a refined co...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Natural Pearl and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have an exquisite Art Deco cluster ring. Crafted from platinum, this refined piece showcases a centralised, perfectly round and lustrous white pearl.
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Edwardian Pearl and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
This beautiful Edwardian cluster ring features an ethereal natural pearl at its centre, surrounded by old cut diamonds.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Natural Pearl and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a gorgeous pearl and diamond cluster ring from a time when the Art Deco style was at the height of design.
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1930s Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique pearl and 1.02 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and 18 karat white gold set cluster ring; part of our diverse pearl jewelry collections.
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pearl and Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring in 18k Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive cultured pearl and 0.33 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and 18 karat white gold set cocktail ring; part of our diverse jewelry and estate jewelry collection...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Pearl and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous natural pearl sits surrounded by old cut diamonds in this cluster ring from the Art Deco period.
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Victorian Ruby Pearl Sapphire and Diamond Triple Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful 18ct yellow gold Victorian triple cluster ring. The centre of the ring is set with a button pearl with a lovely white lustre.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Platinum Pearl and Diamond Cluster Ring, Circa 1970s, Europe
Located in Braintree, GB
A vintage platinum cluster ring featuring a large round natural pearl set within a radiating surround of natural diamonds.
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Flower Halo Cluster Ring
Located in Banbury, GB
A natural pearl and diamond cluster ring, the central bouton natural pearl surrounded by nine old brilliant-cut diamonds, estimated to weigh a total of 0.9 carats, set in 18K gold mo...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
White Diamonds South Australian Pearl Cluster Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Elegant ring in 14k white gold mounted with one south sea pearl in the center and white diamonds around. Diamonds 0.41 kt Pearl 2.20 gr - 11.5 mm Tot.Weight 7.70 gr RF +FGOI RK.AUE...
White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Platinum South Sea Pearl & Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Braintree, GB
A vintage platinum cluster ring showcasing a luminous 10mm cultured South Sea pearl framed by an elegant halo of baguette and round brilliant diamonds.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
18k White Gold Cluster Ring with Cultured Pearl and Diamonds
Located in Berlin, BE
18k White Gold Cluster Ring with Cultured Pearl and Diamonds Center: Cultured Pearl Diamonds: 12 × Brilliant Cut Color: G–H Clarity: VVS2–VS2 Cut: Very Good Carat: 12 × 0.05 ct An e...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian pearl diamond 18k white gold cluster ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Edwardian pearl diamond 18k white gold cluster ring is a graceful antique design embodying the refined elegance and delicate craftsmanship of the Edwardian era.
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,058 / item
Moi Audrey Gold and Pearl Cluster Ring
Located in Lawrenceville, GA
Gold(14K) : 7.40g Brilliant cut Diamonds : (VS clarity & H-I colour) : 0.32ct Gemstones : Cultured Pearl India Life is movement! Building on this truth we worked on the concept of m...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
Edwardian pearl diamond 18k yellow gold cluster ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Edwardian pearl and diamond cluster ring is a refined jewel that embodies the delicacy and romance of the early twentieth century.
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian pearl diamond 14k yellow gold cluster ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The cluster design creates a beautifully balanced composition, allowing the pearl’s subtle luster and the diamonds’ depth to complement one another effortlessly.
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
【Crown Radiance】Akoya Pearl & Diamond Firework Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
A dynamic and sculptural statement ring crafted in 18k white gold, inspired by bursts of fireworks and cosmic light. This bold design features a constellation of high-luster Japanese...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
Pearl and diamond cluster ring by W. A. Bolin, Swedish, 1960
Located in London, GB
Pearl and diamond cluster ring by W. A. Bolin. Set to centre with a round natural saltwater pearl in an open back half drilled setting, approximately 10.3-10.3x 9.2mm in size, surrou...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
$3,973Sale Price|20% Off
Antique 9K Yellow Gold Pearl and Old Mine Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique 9K yellow gold cluster ring, featuring a central old mine-cut diamond surrounded by a halo of seven natural saltwater pearls.
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Pearl and 0.30 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique pearl and 0.30 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and platinum set cluster ring; part of our collection of Edwardian rings This fine and impressive Ed...
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Victorian Burmese Ruby and Pearl Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful Victorian 18ct yellow gold cluster ring. The centre of the cluster is a lovely natural pearl that is surrounded by a cluster of 6 old cut rubies.
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
Cultured Saltwater Pearl and 2.16 Carat Diamond Platinum Cluster Ring Circa 1950
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive, cultured saltwater pearl and 2.16 carat diamond, platinum Art Deco style cluster ring; part of our diverse collection of vintage pearl engagement rin...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Early 20th Century Rose Cut Diamond and Cultured Pearl Cluster Ring
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This beautiful ring features a luminous cultured pearl as its centerpiece, measuring approximately 14 mm in diameter. The pearl is surrounded by a halo of sparkling rose-cut diamonds...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver
Pearl and Diamond 18 Carat Yellow Gold Cluster Flower Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
This exquisite and charming engagement ring features a beautiful white cultured pearl measuring 7.8mm, surrounded by 14 fine quality claw set round brilliant cut diamonds weighing ap...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tahitian Pearls and 1.00 Carat Diamonds Cluster Cocktail Ring 18 Karat Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Tahitian Pearls & Diamonds Cluster Cocktail Ring 18k Gold.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Pearl, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold and Rose Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fantastic retrò ring in 14 kt white gold and rose gold mounted with a central pearl surrounded by flowers of diamonds. This ring was totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths and...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Vintage Pearl and 0.02 Total Carat Weight Diamonds Cluster Cocktail Ring 14k
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 7mm Pearl and 0.02 Total Carat Weight Diamonds Cluster Cocktail Ring 14k The ring is a size 5 and weights 5.7 grams.
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum Pearl and Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique diamond, pearl, platinum, and yellow gold ring, comprising four old European cut diamonds, and one half pearl, in platinum and 18 karat yellow gold.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
South Sea Pearl and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Ballerina Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This exquisite 18 carat white gold cluster ring features a gorgeous south sea pearl measuring 10.8mm, beautifully surrounded by 18 fine quality round brilliant cut diamonds.
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mings Silver Pearl Diamond Cluster Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications: Designer: Ming's Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 11.2 Grams Stone: Silver Pearls and Diamonds Diamond Count: 3 round brilliant Diamond Color: G-H Dia...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Aquamarine Pearl Yellow Diamond Cluster Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Miami, FL
An exuberant, jewel-box composition built around color, light, and volume rather than restraint. This ring brings together a constellation of aquamarines, softly glowing pearls, and ...
Aquamarine, Yellow Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels 18K White Gold Black Pearl and Diamond Cluster Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Van Cleef & Arpels' black pearl and diamond ring is a mesmerizing blend of elegance and mystique. This ring has one black pearl that is approximately 7.9 millimeters and is accompa...
Diamond, Black Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Cluster / Entourage Ring with Natural Pearl and Diamonds
Located in Arnhem, NL
An 18 kt. white gold entrourage ring /cluster ring with a pearl and diamond cluster.
Diamond, Natural Pearl, White Gold
Victorian Natural Pearl and Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
Antique Victorian to Art Deco Pearl and Diamond Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold A stunning antique ring dating from the Victorian to Art Deco period (circa 1870–1920), featuring a beautif...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold
Diamonds South Australian Pearl Cluster 18 kt Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Cluster ring in 18k white gold mounted with one south sea pearl in the center and diamonds around.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cultured Pearl and 0.60 Carat Diamond, 18k Yellow Gold Cluster Ring Circa 1935
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique three stone cultured pearl and 0.60 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold cluster ring; part of our diverse antique pearl jewelry collections.
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold
Edwardian 18KT Gold Natural Pearl & Diamond Cluster Ring, Circa 1910
Located in Braintree, GB
The ring is centred with a natural saltwater pearl of impressive size, surrounded by a halo of old European cut diamonds arranged in a classic cluster formation.
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold
Diamonds, Amethyst, Yellow Topaz, Pearl, Rose and White Gold Cluster Retrò Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
It is adorned with 0.30 ct of little diamonds on the two sides, and central 14K white gold flower studded with little diamonds on the petals and 0.10 g of little natural pearl.
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Topaz, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Antique diamond natural pearl 18k yellow gold silver cluster ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This exquisite antique cluster ring is a luminous example of turn-of-the-century craftsmanship, combining the soft elegance of a natural pearl with the romantic brilliance of antique...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
South Sea Pearl Statement Ring Baguette Diamond Cluster 18k White Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
An absolutely irresistible South Sea Pearl and Diamond Ring. This fabulous Ring is a true statement, a rare ensemble of three fine white South Sea pearls, each measuring a whopping 1...
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Aquamarine, Sapphires, Diamonds, Pearls, 14 Kt White and Rose Cluster Gold Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Cluster ring in 14k white and rose gold mounted with an aquamarine, a grey and white pearl in the central part surrounded by diamonds, sapphires and little pearls.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gol...
Victorian 18k Yellow Gold Pearl & Diamond Cluster Ring, Italy 1890s
Located in Firenze, IT
Centered by a claw set pearl diameter 7 mm, framed by 9 rose cut diamonds weighing approximately 2.25 cts, to a carved gallery and plain hoop. Mounted in gold.Diameter of the top 17...
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Pearl & Diamond Daisy Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Daisy Cluster Ring 15ct Gold Tested Circa 1910 Introducing a stunning 15ct gold Edwardian daisy ring, showcasing a centre natural pearl delicately framed with a halo of ...
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rose Cut Diamonds, White Pearl, Rose and White Gold Flower Theme Cluster Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Elegant Flower Theme Cluster Ring in 14K rose gold structure, composed of 3.40 g of white glossy big pearl in the center surrounded by 4 flowers in 14K rose gold and other 4 flowers ...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
White Diamonds Gray Pearl 18 kt White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Elegant cluster ring mounted in 18 K white gold adorned by leaves details studded by white diamonds and enrich with a glossy gray pearl in the center Diamonds 1.40 ct Gray Pearl 3 ...
White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
South Sea Pearl and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Cluster Flower Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
This charming cluster engagement ring, exquisitely crafted from 18 carat white gold, is centred with a beautiful South Sea pearl measuring 10.35mm.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
【Crown Radiance】Celestial Cluster Aurora Baby Akoya Pearl Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Step into the world of opulence with this exquisite Aurora Baby Akoya Pearl Ring. Crafted from lustrous Japanese Baby Akoya pearls, each delicately handpicked for their radiant glow ...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
New Classic 18k Gold Pearl & 0.40ctw Round Diamond Flower Cluster Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This classic pearl and diamond flower cluster ring is newly crafted in solid 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
CT 2, 41 Diamonds, Australian South Sea Pearl Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Cluster ring in 14k white gold mounted with one pearl in the center and diamonds around it.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, White 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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