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Platinum 1.96ctw Rich Vibrant Green Emerald & Diamond Classic Ballerina Ring
Platinum 1.96ctw Rich Vibrant Green Emerald & Diamond Classic Ballerina Ring

Platinum 1.96ctw Rich Vibrant Green Emerald & Diamond Classic Ballerina Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

Color - 6.8x5.9mm - 1.27ct (exact) Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Tapered Baguette Cut - Prong Set

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

18 Karat Yellow Gold Flutter Ballerina Diamond and Tourmaline Ring
18 Karat Yellow Gold Flutter Ballerina Diamond and Tourmaline Ring

18 Karat Yellow Gold Flutter Ballerina Diamond and Tourmaline Ring

Located in New York City, NY

Flutter Ballerina Ring The Flutter Ballerina Ring is a captivating blend of 1920s Art Deco glamour

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Imperial Fei Cui Jade & Diamond Platinum Ballerina Style Ring GIA Certified
Imperial Fei Cui Jade & Diamond Platinum Ballerina Style Ring GIA Certified

Imperial Fei Cui Jade & Diamond Platinum Ballerina Style Ring GIA Certified

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Crafted in platinum, this exquisite ballerina-style ring showcases a captivating 4.07 carat

Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Platinum

GIA Certified 10.40 Carat Red Zircon & Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring
GIA Certified 10.40 Carat Red Zircon & Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring

GIA Certified 10.40 Carat Red Zircon & Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring

Located in Miami, FL

This striking cocktail ring showcases a rare GIA-certified 10.40 carat red zircon framed by 2.50

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Zircon, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate 18K Diamond Tanzanite Sapphire Ballerina Cocktail Ring 5.10ctw F Vs1
Estate 18K Diamond Tanzanite Sapphire Ballerina Cocktail Ring 5.10ctw F Vs1

Estate 18K Diamond Tanzanite Sapphire Ballerina Cocktail Ring 5.10ctw F Vs1

Located in Winter Springs, FL

A richly saturated and exceptionally well-balanced contemporary ballerina style cocktail ring

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Tanzanite

Solid Platinum High Quality 4.82ctw Opal & Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Solid Platinum High Quality 4.82ctw Opal & Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring

Solid Platinum High Quality 4.82ctw Opal & Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

of Colors - 13.8x10mm / 4.21ct (exact) Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Baguette & Round Brilliant

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Platinum

GRS 2.44 Carat Burma Vivid Pink Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
GRS 2.44 Carat Burma Vivid Pink Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring

GRS 2.44 Carat Burma Vivid Pink Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring

Located in Miami, FL

baguette diamond ballerina surround. Ring is adjustable. Product Specifications: Item Type: Ballerina Halo

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum

2.8 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ballerina Halo Ring
2.8 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ballerina Halo Ring

2.8 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ballerina Halo Ring

Located in Miami, FL

2.26-carat deep blue sapphire, surrounded by 0.54 carats of sparkling diamonds in a timeless

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Brilliant Cut Diamond Emerald Halo Baguette Ballerina Ring in Platinum
Brilliant Cut Diamond Emerald Halo Baguette Ballerina Ring in Platinum

Brilliant Cut Diamond Emerald Halo Baguette Ballerina Ring in Platinum

Located in Honolulu, HI

Ring Specifications: Metal: Platinum 900 Ring Size: 6.5 ​ ​Ring Height: 19 mm tall ​ ​Ring Weight

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Solid Platinum 1.41ctw Oval Sapphire w/ Diamond Ballerina Style Ring
Solid Platinum 1.41ctw Oval Sapphire w/ Diamond Ballerina Style Ring

Solid Platinum 1.41ctw Oval Sapphire w/ Diamond Ballerina Style Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

- 1.01ctw (exact) Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant & Baguette Cut - Prong Set - Nice

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Solid Platinum 8.69ctw Cabochon Cat's Eye & Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Solid Platinum 8.69ctw Cabochon Cat's Eye & Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring

Solid Platinum 8.69ctw Cabochon Cat's Eye & Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

- Yellowish Green Color - Sharp Eye - 7.86ct (exact) (24) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Baguette & Round

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tiger's Eye, Platinum

Mid Century 8.00 carat pink tourmaline diamond 18k gold ballerina ring
Mid Century 8.00 carat pink tourmaline diamond 18k gold ballerina ring

Mid Century 8.00 carat pink tourmaline diamond 18k gold ballerina ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This extraordinary Mid Century ballerina ring centers around a vivid emerald cut pink tourmaline

Category

Vintage 1950s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

2.45 Carat Brown Diamond Platinum 14K White Gold Cocktail Ballerina Ring
2.45 Carat Brown Diamond Platinum 14K White Gold Cocktail Ballerina Ring

2.45 Carat Brown Diamond Platinum 14K White Gold Cocktail Ballerina Ring

Located in New York, NY

This ballerina inspired cocktail ring features one pear shaped brown diamond, weighing

Category

Early 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Brown Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, Platinum

Platinum GIA 2.89ctw Colombian Emerald & Diamond Oval Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Platinum GIA 2.89ctw Colombian Emerald & Diamond Oval Ballerina Cocktail Ring

Platinum GIA 2.89ctw Colombian Emerald & Diamond Oval Ballerina Cocktail Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

Natural Genuine Diamonds - Baguette & Round Brilliant Cut - Channel & Pave Set - G-I Color - VS1/VS2 w

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

GIA 1.38 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald & Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
GIA 1.38 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald & Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring

GIA 1.38 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald & Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring

Located in Miami, FL

ballerina halo cocktail ring, set in a yellow gold prong basket surrounded by a round brilliant diamond

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Diamond Rubellite Pink Tourmaline Ring Vintage 14K Gold Ballerina Statement
Diamond Rubellite Pink Tourmaline Ring Vintage 14K Gold Ballerina Statement

Diamond Rubellite Pink Tourmaline Ring Vintage 14K Gold Ballerina Statement

By Estate Jewelry

Located in East Brunswick, NJ

Diamond Rubellite Pink Tourmaline Ring Vintage 14K Gold Ballerina Statement This estate ring is

Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

8.53 Carat Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring, GIA Certified
8.53 Carat Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring, GIA Certified

8.53 Carat Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring, GIA Certified

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A striking cocktail ring featuring an exquisite 8.53-carat oval-shape blue sapphire. The deep blue

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage round brilliant cut diamond ballerina 14k yellow gold cluster ring
Vintage round brilliant cut diamond ballerina 14k yellow gold cluster ring

Vintage round brilliant cut diamond ballerina 14k yellow gold cluster ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This striking vintage ballerina cluster ring is a captivating expression of bold elegance and

Category

20th Century Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.63 Carat Thai Ruby Diamond Ballerina Platinum Ring, GRS Certified
2.63 Carat Thai Ruby Diamond Ballerina Platinum Ring, GRS Certified

2.63 Carat Thai Ruby Diamond Ballerina Platinum Ring, GRS Certified

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

contemporary ring. The ruby, with its vivid red hue, is surrounded by a halo of mixed-cut diamonds, totaling

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Beauvince Ballerina Champagne, Yellow and White Diamond Ring in White Gold
Beauvince Ballerina Champagne, Yellow and White Diamond Ring in White Gold

Beauvince Ballerina Champagne, Yellow and White Diamond Ring in White Gold

By Beauvince Jewelry

Located in New York, NY

The Ballerina Champagne is a classic cocktail diamond ring bringing together the most elegant of

Category

2010s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Platinum 13.66ctw Gia Cushion Sapphire & Diamond Ballerina Handmade Ring
Vintage Platinum 13.66ctw Gia Cushion Sapphire & Diamond Ballerina Handmade Ring

Vintage Platinum 13.66ctw Gia Cushion Sapphire & Diamond Ballerina Handmade Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

** (32) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Tapered Straight Baguette Cut - Channel & Prong Set - G-I Color - VVS1

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Marquise Ruby Diamond Waterfall Ballerina Ring Retro Cocktail Fashion Gold
Marquise Ruby Diamond Waterfall Ballerina Ring Retro Cocktail Fashion Gold

Marquise Ruby Diamond Waterfall Ballerina Ring Retro Cocktail Fashion Gold

Located in New York, NY

This is a gorgeous Marquise Ruby and Diamond Waterfall Ballerina Ring. The antique Retro ring is

Category

20th Century Unknown Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold

Platinum 2.04ctw Oval Green Tsavorite w/ Diamond Halo Ballerina Flower Ring
Platinum 2.04ctw Oval Green Tsavorite w/ Diamond Halo Ballerina Flower Ring

Platinum 2.04ctw Oval Green Tsavorite w/ Diamond Halo Ballerina Flower Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

(exact) (18) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Baguette & Round Cut - Channel & Prong Set - Nice

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tsavorite, Platinum

1.00 Carat Red Ruby and Baguette Diamond Gold Vintage Ballerina Ring
1.00 Carat Red Ruby and Baguette Diamond Gold Vintage Ballerina Ring

1.00 Carat Red Ruby and Baguette Diamond Gold Vintage Ballerina Ring

Located in Montreal, QC

Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Vintage Ruby and Baguette Diamond Gold Ballerina Ring. Centering

Category

Late 20th Century Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ballerina Style Triple Halo Diamond Engagement Ring GIA Certified D / VS1
Ballerina Style Triple Halo Diamond Engagement Ring GIA Certified D / VS1

Ballerina Style Triple Halo Diamond Engagement Ring GIA Certified D / VS1

Located in New York, NY

Hand Crafted Ballerina Style Diamond Ring 4.73 Carat Total Diamond Weight. GIA certified This

Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.25 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Double Halo Ballerina Ring
1.25 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Double Halo Ballerina Ring

1.25 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Double Halo Ballerina Ring

Located in Miami, FL

polished platinum Halo Style: Double-row ballerina / sunburst — two concentric rings of round diamonds

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

18k Yellow Gold 6.5ctw Round Peridot w/ Diamond Ballerina Statement Ring
18k Yellow Gold 6.5ctw Round Peridot w/ Diamond Ballerina Statement Ring

18k Yellow Gold 6.5ctw Round Peridot w/ Diamond Ballerina Statement Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

 - 10mm - 5.25ct (approx.) (30) Natural Genuine Diamond- Baguette & Round Brilliant Cut - Channel &

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Platinum 3.21ctw Large Deep Blue Oval Sapphire Diamond Ballerina Statement Ring
Platinum 3.21ctw Large Deep Blue Oval Sapphire Diamond Ballerina Statement Ring

Platinum 3.21ctw Large Deep Blue Oval Sapphire Diamond Ballerina Statement Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

- north to south) - 19.2mm (0.75")(east to west, diamond to diamond) - 2.1mm (bottom of the shank) Ring

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

High Quality Platinum 3.20ctw GIA Ruby & Diamond Long Ballerina Dinner Ring
High Quality Platinum 3.20ctw GIA Ruby & Diamond Long Ballerina Dinner Ring

High Quality Platinum 3.20ctw GIA Ruby & Diamond Long Ballerina Dinner Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

Diamonds - Marquise Cut - Prong Set - Nice Brilliant White Color (12) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Mid-Century Star Ruby Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring Platinum 1950s 1960s
Mid-Century Star Ruby Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring Platinum 1950s 1960s

Mid-Century Star Ruby Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring Platinum 1950s 1960s

Located in Lisbon, PT

Mid-Century Star Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring in Platinum, circa 1950s–1960s. Bold

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Platinum

Platinum GIA 2.91ctw Burma Vivid Pink Sapphire Diamond Wavy Ballerina Ring
Platinum GIA 2.91ctw Burma Vivid Pink Sapphire Diamond Wavy Ballerina Ring

Platinum GIA 2.91ctw Burma Vivid Pink Sapphire Diamond Wavy Ballerina Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Tapered Baguette Cut - Prong w/ Channel Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum

Ballerina Cocktail Cluster No Heat Ruby Diamond Ring 4.58 Carat 18 Karat*
Ballerina Cocktail Cluster No Heat Ruby Diamond Ring 4.58 Carat 18 Karat*

Ballerina Cocktail Cluster No Heat Ruby Diamond Ring 4.58 Carat 18 Karat*

Located in New York, NY

Ballerina Highness. 1.53ct. Natural GIA Certified Ruby Cocktail Cluster Ring GIA Certified Report

Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 2.53 Carats Diamond Ballerina Engagement Ring in 14K White Gold
Vintage 2.53 Carats Diamond Ballerina Engagement Ring in 14K White Gold

Vintage 2.53 Carats Diamond Ballerina Engagement Ring in 14K White Gold

Located in Honolulu, HI

Vintage 2.53 Carats Diamond Ballerina Engagement Ring in 14K White Gold. The center round brilliant

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Platinum GIA 2.77ctw Ceylon Vivid Pink Sapphire Diamond Wavy Ballerina Ring
Platinum GIA 2.77ctw Ceylon Vivid Pink Sapphire Diamond Wavy Ballerina Ring

Platinum GIA 2.77ctw Ceylon Vivid Pink Sapphire Diamond Wavy Ballerina Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

** Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Baguette & Round Brilliant Cut - Prong w/ Channel Set - Nice Brilliant

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum

Platinum 3.43ctw Oval Fiery Jelly Opal w/ Diamond Statement Ballerina Ring
Platinum 3.43ctw Oval Fiery Jelly Opal w/ Diamond Statement Ballerina Ring

Platinum 3.43ctw Oval Fiery Jelly Opal w/ Diamond Statement Ballerina Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

Play of Colors- 11.9x9.5mm (approx.) - 2.49ct (exact) Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Marquise

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Platinum

Platinum High Quality 3.13ctw Opal Diamond Floral Ballerina Design Cocktail Ring
Platinum High Quality 3.13ctw Opal Diamond Floral Ballerina Design Cocktail Ring

Platinum High Quality 3.13ctw Opal Diamond Floral Ballerina Design Cocktail Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

inquires.) Ring Measurements: 19.9mm (0.78") (north to south) - 17.2mm (0.68") (east to west, diamond to

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Fire Opal, Platinum

Vintage 5.00 carat star sapphire diamond ballerina cluster 18k white gold ring
Vintage 5.00 carat star sapphire diamond ballerina cluster 18k white gold ring

Vintage 5.00 carat star sapphire diamond ballerina cluster 18k white gold ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A captivating vintage ballerina ring centered around a mesmerizing 5.00 carat star sapphire

Category

1990s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Solid Platinum GIA 3.55ctw Colombian Emerald w/ Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Solid Platinum GIA 3.55ctw Colombian Emerald w/ Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring

Solid Platinum GIA 3.55ctw Colombian Emerald w/ Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

Natural Genuine Diamonds - Tapered Baguette Cut - Prong Set - H/I Color - VS1-SI1 Clarity - 1.58ctw (exact

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

2.47 Carat GIA Certified Natural Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Ballerina Bridal Ring
2.47 Carat GIA Certified Natural Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Ballerina Bridal Ring

2.47 Carat GIA Certified Natural Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Ballerina Bridal Ring

By DGI

Located in Los Angeles, CA

2.47 Carat GIA Certified Natural Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Ballerina Bridal Ring Beautiful

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Platinum GIA 2.55ctw Pear Ruby & Diamond Double Halo Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Platinum GIA 2.55ctw Pear Ruby & Diamond Double Halo Ballerina Cocktail Ring

Platinum GIA 2.55ctw Pear Ruby & Diamond Double Halo Ballerina Cocktail Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

stamped) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ** Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

1.32 Carat No-Heat Ruby Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring, GIA Certified
1.32 Carat No-Heat Ruby Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring, GIA Certified

1.32 Carat No-Heat Ruby Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring, GIA Certified

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

ballerina style. Hand-fabricated in platinum and ready to be worn! Ring Size 6.75 Weight: 8 grams

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

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Diamond Ballerina Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact diamond ballerina ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, Platinum and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 241 vintage or 122 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. If you’re looking for a diamond ballerina 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 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. A diamond ballerina ring from DGI, Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc. and Roshe Jewels — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Today, if you’re looking for an oval cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes baguette cut and round cut alternatives. Finding a diamond ballerina ring for sale for women should be easy, but there are 81 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Diamond Ballerina Ring?

The price for a diamond ballerina ring starts at $1,040 and tops out at $375,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $7,500.

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.