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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

Ballerina Blue Sapphire Baguette Diamonds Ring Cocktail Ring Solid 18k Gold
Ballerina Blue Sapphire Baguette Diamonds Ring Cocktail Ring Solid 18k Gold

Ballerina Blue Sapphire Baguette Diamonds Ring Cocktail Ring Solid 18k Gold

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage Ballerina Ring Impressive bold Statement ring Solid 18k White Gold Approx 5.70 grams

Category

Early 2000s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Black Opal Diamond Ring. 18k Yelow Gold Opal Diamond Halo Ballerina Ring Band.
Black Opal Diamond Ring. 18k Yelow Gold Opal Diamond Halo Ballerina Ring Band.

Black Opal Diamond Ring. 18k Yelow Gold Opal Diamond Halo Ballerina Ring Band.

Located in Port Charlotte, FL

Stunning Australian Black Opal Oval Cabochon Halo design ring with Diamond accents. Ballerina

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

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

GIA Cert Ballerina Halo Interchangeable Diamond, Emerald & Ruby Earring Set
GIA Cert Ballerina Halo Interchangeable Diamond, Emerald & Ruby Earring Set

GIA Cert Ballerina Halo Interchangeable Diamond, Emerald & Ruby Earring Set

Located in New York, NY

Interchangeable Double Halo Ballerina style pair of diamond earrings 4.66 Carat total diamond

Category

2010s American Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

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

Ballerina Style Diamond & Emerald Earring Pendant Set 18k White Gold
Ballerina Style Diamond & Emerald Earring Pendant Set 18k White Gold

Ballerina Style Diamond & Emerald Earring Pendant Set 18k White Gold

Located in New York, NY

One of a Kind Ballerina Style Emerald and diamonds Earring & Pendant set. This set will draw all

Category

2010s American Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Ballerina Gold Brooch
Vintage Ballerina Gold Brooch

Vintage Ballerina Gold Brooch

$4,500

W 1.25 in L 1.75 in

Vintage Ballerina Gold Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Vintage ballerina gold brooch Round-cut diamonds, dancing ballerina motif, 18 karat yellow gold

Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

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

carats Center Diamond Specifications: Diamond Shape: 1 round brilliant cut diamond Brilliant Cut

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 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

Oval Green Cabochon  Jade Baguette Diamond Ring Ballerina Ring Platinum
Oval Green Cabochon  Jade Baguette Diamond Ring Ballerina Ring Platinum

Oval Green Cabochon Jade Baguette Diamond Ring Ballerina Ring Platinum

Located in Honolulu, HI

Diamond Carat Weight: 0.76 carats Jade Carat Weight: ~4.15 carats Jade Measurements: 13.6 mm x 7.7 mm x

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Platinum

AGL Certified Thai Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Ballerina Drop Earrings
AGL Certified Thai Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Ballerina Drop Earrings

AGL Certified Thai Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Ballerina Drop Earrings

Located in New York, NY

, encircled by 72 tapered baguette-cut diamonds, weighing approximately 2.25 - 2.75 carats, set in yellow gold.

Category

Mid-20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

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

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

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

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

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

of the sapphire is elegantly framed by 1.82 carats of mixed-cut white diamonds, enhancing its

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue 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

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

1.00 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

Vintage Piaget Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Ballerina Ladies Wrist Watch
Vintage Piaget Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Ballerina Ladies Wrist Watch

Vintage Piaget Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Ballerina Ladies Wrist Watch

Located in Miami, FL

mechanical movement. Enhanced by 18 Baguette-cut original factory set Diamonds, weighing in total 1.90 carats

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

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

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

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 Ring In Platinum With 3.98 Cwt. In Red Ruby And Diamonds
BALLERINA Cocktail Ring In Platinum With 3.98 Cwt. In Red Ruby And Diamonds

BALLERINA Cocktail Ring In Platinum With 3.98 Cwt. In Red Ruby And Diamonds

Located in Miami, FL

A classic cocktail ring in platinum with ruby and diamonds. This is a classic ballerina cocktail

Category

Vintage 1960s Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, 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 2.77ctw 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

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

special and rare. It is complemented by 0.87 carats of baguette-cut diamonds set around the gem ruby in a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Sri Lankan Ceylon Sapphire, 3.06ct Diamond Halo Ballerina Ring 18K White Gold
Sri Lankan Ceylon Sapphire, 3.06ct Diamond Halo Ballerina Ring 18K White Gold

Sri Lankan Ceylon Sapphire, 3.06ct Diamond Halo Ballerina Ring 18K White Gold

Located in Great Neck, NY

. Exceptionally clean and full of life, the diamonds radiate outward like a ballerina’s tutu, creating a three

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Oval Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ballerina Cocktail Ring 18k White Gold
Oval Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ballerina Cocktail Ring 18k White Gold

Oval Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ballerina Cocktail Ring 18k White Gold

Located in Great Neck, NY

A noteworthy ring set with the finest Sri-Lankan Oval Brilliant Cut Sapphires and Diamond Cocktail

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Retro 2.6ctw Diamond and Sapphire Ballerina Ring, Platinum, Ring Size 6
Retro 2.6ctw Diamond and Sapphire Ballerina Ring, Platinum, Ring Size 6

Retro 2.6ctw Diamond and Sapphire Ballerina Ring, Platinum, Ring Size 6

Located in McLeansville, NC

Stones: sapphire, 2 round 4.5 mm approximately 1 total carat diamond round brilliant cut, 20 2

Category

Vintage 1920s Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage Mid-Century Ballerina Dancer Brooch 18K Gold Ruby Sapphire Diamond
Vintage Mid-Century Ballerina Dancer Brooch 18K Gold Ruby Sapphire Diamond

Vintage Mid-Century Ballerina Dancer Brooch 18K Gold Ruby Sapphire Diamond

Located in Munich, Bavaria

sapphires in claw settings. The dress of the ballerina is covered with rubies, sapphires and diamonds set in

Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Post-War Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver, Gold

12.30 Carat Natural Spinel Diamonds Long Cluster Ballerina Ring 18 Karat
12.30 Carat Natural Spinel Diamonds Long Cluster Ballerina Ring 18 Karat

12.30 Carat Natural Spinel Diamonds Long Cluster Ballerina Ring 18 Karat

Located in New York, NY

3.50ct. Natural Orange Red Spinel Diamonds ring. Spinel Heated, Natural Color. Oval cut, Clean

Category

2010s American Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Gold Rubellite Tourmaline Diamond Vintage Ballerina Halo Ring 14k 4.80ctw
White Gold Rubellite Tourmaline Diamond Vintage Ballerina Halo Ring 14k 4.80ctw

White Gold Rubellite Tourmaline Diamond Vintage Ballerina Halo Ring 14k 4.80ctw

Located in Greensboro, NC

: Round Color: Pink Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1.60ctw Cut: Baguette Color: F - G Clarity: VS1 - VS2

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Cabouchon Emerald and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Ballerina Cluster Ring
Cabouchon Emerald and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Ballerina Cluster Ring

Cabouchon Emerald and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Ballerina Cluster Ring

Located in London, GB

surrounded by 40 baguette cut diamonds weighing a total approximate weight of 2.00ct, all claw set in 18

Category

Vintage 1960s English Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

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

BALLERINA Classic Ring In Platinum With 2.38 Ctw In Sapphires And Diamonds
BALLERINA Classic Ring In Platinum With 2.38 Ctw In Sapphires And Diamonds

BALLERINA Classic Ring In Platinum With 2.38 Ctw In Sapphires And Diamonds

Located in Miami, FL

A classic ballerina ring with gemstones. This is a beautiful contemporary ring, crafted in the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

14 Karat Yellow Gold South Sea Pearl with Diamonds Baguette Ballerina
14 Karat Yellow Gold South Sea Pearl with Diamonds Baguette Ballerina

14 Karat Yellow Gold South Sea Pearl with Diamonds Baguette Ballerina

By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Gorgeous 14k yellow gold south sea pearl with diamonds baguette ballerina. Specifications: main

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Diamond Ballerina For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact diamond ballerina you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Platinum and 18k Gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Making the right choice when shopping for a diamond ballerina may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular piece, .5 Carat and 1 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. Creating a diamond ballerina has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Beyond Fine Jewelry, Be.Jolie and DGI are consistently popular. 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 round cut and baguette cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a diamond ballerina, 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 Diamond Ballerina?

On average, a diamond ballerina at 1stDibs sells for $7,500, while they’re typically $1,040 on the low end and $375,000 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.