.40ct Natural Round Diamond Band Ring 14 Karat Bead Set Pave Flat Band
Located in New York, NY
Hand Bead Set Pave Flat Band. .40ct. Natural round cut brilliant diamond Durable Built. Vs-2
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,920Sale Price|20% Off
Oscar Heyman Platinum 2.5mm Bead Set Diamond Band Ring sz 6
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman platinum bead set diamond band ring contains 31 Round Diamonds (F-G/ VS+ quality
Diamond, Platinum
.50ct natural round bead set diamonds wide band 18kt coil wrap mod fused bands
Located in New York, NY
Mod Fused Coil Wrapped Diamond Bands Deco .50ct. Natural Round diamonds eternity ring F-G color
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Peter Suchy Bead Set Pave Diamond Rose Gold Wedding Band Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Victorian Revival diamond wedding band ring. 18 round full cut pave set diamonds in a 18k yellow
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2.77 Carat Full Cut Diamonds Bead Set Wide Band Ring 18 Karat
Located in New York, NY
The wide comfort diamond band Amazing micro-set diamonds bring the rings to max sparkles 2.77ct
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.82CT Diamonds Bead Set Sandwiched Black Underlay 3D Grill Band Ring 18KT
Located in New York, NY
. Diamonds mounted bead set pave Rounds & Full cut Brilliants F-G color Vs-2 clarity. 18Kt White gold
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Peter Suchy .45 Carat Diamond Platinum Eternity Wedding Band Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamond wedding band ring. Beaded channel set diamond antique Inspired eternity ring with full cut
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Round Diamond Bead Set Half Circle Band Ring Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Wedding Band Ring Style: Half-Circle Bead Set Metal: Platinum PT950 Size
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Round Diamond Bead Set Half Circle Band Ring Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Wedding Band Ring Style: Half-Circle Bead Set Metal: Platinum PT950 Size
Diamond, Platinum
Peter Suchy Diamond 2.0 Carat Eternity Platinum Bead Set Band Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Peter Suchy Vintage Inspired Platinum bead set diamond Eternity wedding band ring. Hand beaded
Diamond, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 2.75mm Half Circle Bead-set Diamond Band Ring 6
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 2.75mm Half Circle Bead-set Diamond Band Ring 6 Metal: Platinum Size: 6
Diamond, Platinum
Round Brilliant Diamond Bead Set Half Eternity Wedding Band 14K White Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
bead set diamonds weighing approximately 0.15 carats in total. Crafted in durable 14 karat white gold
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat 1.36 Carat Multi Bands Bead Set Modern Deco Diamond Ladies Ring
Located in New York, NY
Modern Deco / Multi Band Gorgeous. 1.36ct diamonds Round Full cuts Bead set G color, Vs-2
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Danielle 14k White Gold Diamond Anniversary Band – Prong Set
Located in Greeneville, TN
, this exquisite band is adorned with .45 carat total weight (ctw) of brilliant white diamonds, each
Diamond, White Gold
Sabine 10K White Gold Bezel Set Diamond Band .18 CTW Natural Diamonds
Located in Greeneville, TN
Sleek and contemporary, this 10K white gold band features .18 CTW bezel-set natural diamonds
Diamond, White Gold
.65 Carat Diamond Platinum Wedding Band Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
52 round diamond platinum wedding band ring. 52 bead set brilliant cut diamonds across the top and
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co Soleste Cushion 0.22 CT Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co Double Row Soleste Diamond Engagement Ring Style: Halo with Bead Set Diamond Band Ref
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co Soleste Cushion 1.03 cts G VVS2 Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co Soleste Cushion Diamond Engagement Ring Style: Halo with Bead Set Diamond Band Ref
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co Soleste Cushion 1.03 cts E VVS1 Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co Soleste Cushion Diamond Engagement Ring Style: Double Halo with Bead Set Diamond Band
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co Soleste Cushion 0.74 cts F VVS1 Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co Soleste Cushion Diamond Engagement Ring Style: Double Halo with Bead Set Diamond Band
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co Soleste Double Row Cushion Diamond 0.54 tcw Engagement Ring Plat
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co Double Row Soleste Diamond Engagement Ring Style: Halo with Bead Set Diamond Band Ref
Diamond, Platinum
Alfieri & St. John Diamonds and Blue Sapphires Gold Ring
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
durability. The diamonds and sapphires are intricately set within the gold band. The diamonds are bead set
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
Bead Set Diamond Palladium Eternity Band
Located in DALLAS, TX
Palladium bead set eternity band with 88=1.03 carat total weight round brilliant cut diamonds
Diamond, Palladium
JENNIFER SHIGETOMI Floating Micro Bead Diamonds set in 2 Band 14k YG Ring
Located in Kennebunkport, ME
hold 12 floating .57 TCW micro bead diamonds that encircle the ring. The finish is a lovely combination
Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Eternity Band with Bead Stackable Ring Set in 18K Gold
By Brilliance Quadrant
Located in White Plains, NY
This timeless, classic stackable ring set consists with two 18K yellow gold bead rings and one
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
Pair of Ruby Sapphire Diamond Gold Rings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A great pair of rings comprising a channel set ruby and round brilliant bead set diamond band with
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Diamond Platinum Wedding Band 0.09 Carat, circa 1940s
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Platinum partial diamond eternity band set with 6 bead set diamonds approximately 0.09 carat total
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Wide Diamond Eternity Band 0.78 Carat, circa 1940s
Located in West Hollywood, CA
bead set diamonds, I-J/SI-I. Size 6, unable to adjust. SKU: 28717
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Simon G. 2.00 Carat GIA Cert Diamond Gold Engagement Set
By Simon G Jewelry
Located in Lambertville, NJ
ring mount is bead set with .72cts. of round brilliant cut diamonds. The wedding band is bead set with
Diamond, 18k Gold
Gold Tone and Sterling Silver Tourmaline and Diamond Ring
Located in Splitter's Creek, NSW
95 Polki/Single Cut Diamonds, bead set. The band is polished, low half round to a basket underrail
Diamond, Tourmaline, Sterling Silver
Luca Jouel One of a Kind Parti-Pear Diamond in Yellow Gold and Platinum Ring
By Luca Jouel
Located in South Perth, AU
chenier setting. The 6mm wide band consists of a full circle white diamond bead set platinum band
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Handcrafted 5.14 Carat Certified Multi-Color Natural Oval Tourmaline Dress Ring
Located in Sydney, NSW
an 18ct white gold, bead set, diamond band. Diamonds weighing (14=0.36cts) FVS. Gold weight 5.1 grams.
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
18 Karat White Gold Diamond Bead Set Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: hallmarked “HANA” Material: 18k white gold Diamonds: diamonds = 0.13cttw Color: G Clarity
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Legacy Bead Set Diamond Platinum Eternity Wedding Band Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Tiffany & Co Legacy Bead Set Diamond eternity wedding band ring with bright sparkly full cut
Diamond, Platinum
Two Tone Diamond Ring, Mini Diamond Ring, Bi Color Gold Ring, 14K Gold, Simple D
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage 14 karat yellow and white gold diamond band. This ring features a bead set, single cut
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bead Set Tacori Band
Located in Towson, MD
18 karat white gold (stamped 18K TACORI) bead set diamond band. There are 30 round brilliant
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Palladium Bead Set Wedding Band
Located in Towson, MD
range, and SI, weighing approximately 0.50 carat total weight. The diamonds in this band are bead set
Diamond, Palladium
Tiffany & Co. Harmony Bead-Set Diamond Ring Platinum Wedding Band
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Hicksville, NY
Tiffany and Co Harmony Bead-set Diamond Ring Platinum Wedding Band is perfectly tapered to be worn
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 0.96 Carat Diamond and Platinum Engagement Ring Round Bead Set
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co. Style: Tiffany Setting with Bead Set Diamond Band Serial Number: 23805731
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Diamond Eternity Band
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One platinum diamond eternity band featuring 38 bead set, round brilliant cut diamonds totaling
Diamond, Platinum
2.03 Carat Round Diamond Three-Row Pave Platinum Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Handmade flat Platinum diamond band ring. Bead set with 3 rows of bright sparkly full cut diamonds
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Diamond Thin Bezel Set Bead Diamond Eternity Band Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
Platinum Diamond Thin Beaded Bezel Set Diamond Eternity Band Ring Size 6.25 Metal: Platinum Weight
Diamond, Platinum
.33 Carat Natural Diamonds Royal Highness Crown Bead Set Band 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
Royal Highness, Crowned Deco .33ct. Natural diamonds ring G-color Vs-2 clarity Very good Cuts
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.50 Carat Diamonds Dome Ring Bead Set 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
Domed Bead set classic. 1.50ct. Natural round diamonds ring Diamonds: G-color, VS-2 clarity
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.60ct Natural Diamonds Cluster Bead Set Bow Curled Ring 14kt
Located in New York, NY
Bow Curl Pave Cluster 2.60ct Natural Round Cut Diamonds. 14kt yellow gold 13.6 Grams Overall
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Harmony Beat Set Round Diamond Wedding Band Ring Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co Harmony Bead - Set Diamond Band Ring Style: Bead-Set Metal: PT950 Platinum Size: 6
Diamond, Platinum
18K White Gold Diamond Band
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One 18K white gold diamond band featuring one row of bead set, round brilliant cut diamonds
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.52 Carat Natural Round Diamonds Stacking Rings 18 Karat Gold Stackable Bands
Located in New York, NY
3.52ct Natural Rounds Diamonds Stacking Bands Pave Bead Set By hand. F-G colors Vs-2 clarity
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1.60 Carat Emerald Diamond Beaded Channel Set Platinum Wedding Band
By OGI
Located in Stamford, CT
Princess cut Diamond and Emerald beaded channel set platinum wedding band from OGI with hand
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Diamond and Platinum Engagement Ring Bead Set Round 1.09 Carat
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co. Style: Tiffany Setting with Bead Set Diamond Band Serial Number: 25127196
Diamond, Platinum
Neil Lane Diamond Wedding Band Ring Bridal 14 Karat White Gold
By Neil Lane
Located in San Diego, CA
NEIL LANE BRIDAL Style: Diamond Bead Set Wedding Band Sku Number: #940201926 Metal: 14KT White
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Precision Set 1.30 Carats Diamonds Platinum 3-Sided Bead Set Eternity Band Ring
By Precision Set
Located in Columbia, MO
! DETAILS: Precision Set Platinum 1.30ctw 3-Sided Round Diamond Eternity Wedding Band Ring G/VS quality
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
1920s Diamond Bead Set Eternity Band in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful platinum eternity band is comprised of 26 bead set Old European cut diamonds, circa
Vintage Circa 1990s 18 Carat White Gold Bead & Channel Set Diamond Eternity Ring
Located in Hamilton, AU
shimmering channel and bead set round brilliant cut diamonds along the front of a gleaming white band. We
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Platinum OSCAR HEYMAN Emerald and Diamond Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Platinum mount Oscar Heyman intertwined design emerald and diamond top band, bead set with 11 round
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
18 Karat White Gold Eternity Band with 0.44 Carat of Bezel and Bead Set Diamond
Located in Coral Gables, FL
bezel set and eighteen (18) of the diamonds are bead set. The ring weighs 1.88 grams and is a size 6 1/2.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Round Brilliant Diamond Ring
Located in Greenwich, CT
round-cut diamond-set basket and band partway bead-set with three rows of full-cut round diamonds
Diamond, Platinum
4.03 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Greenwich, CT
-E color/VS1-VS2 clarity) to the partway bead-set diamond band, mounted in platinum. Accompanied by
Diamond, Platinum
1.70 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Greenwich, CT
round-cut diamond-set basket and band partway bead-set with three rows of full-cut round diamonds
Diamond, Platinum
5.01 Carat Cushion-Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Greenwich, CT
-shaped diamond shoulders to a partway bead-set diamond band, the two half moon-shaped diamonds weighing
Diamond, Platinum
5.01 Carat Cushion-Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Greenwich, CT
-shaped diamond shoulders to a partway bead-set diamond band, the two half moon-shaped diamonds weighing
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. .92 Carat Diamond platinum Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Vail, CO
setting with partway bead-set diamond band, the mounting accented by 28 round diamond accents weighing
Diamond, Platinum
2.05 Carat GIA Cert Burmese Ruby Diamond platinum Ring
Located in Vail, CO
-set diamond band, mounted in platinum. Accompanied by the GIA lab certificate for the ruby. Size 4.5
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Kian Design Platinum GIA Certified Radiant and Trapezoid 3.68 Carat Diamond Ring
By Kian Design
Located in South Perth, AU
. The platinum band is further bead set with twelve petite diamonds of similar fine quality. Corner
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
Kian Design Platinum GIA Certified Radiant & Trapezoid 3.68 Carat Diamond Ring
By Kian Design
Located in South Perth, AU
. The platinum band is further bead set with twelve petite diamonds of similar fine quality. Corner
White Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany 3.70 Carat GIA Cert Colombian Emerald Diamond platinum Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Greenwich, CT
3.70 carats, with diamond surround and partway bead-set diamond band, mounted in platinum, signed
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Precision Set 3 Sided Bead Set Diamond Gold Eternity Wedding Band Ring
By Precision Set
Located in Columbia, MO
diamonds are bead set in all 3 sides of an 18 karat white gold eternity ring from Precision Set's Classic
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
New Gucci Flora Bamboo Runway Pumps Heels Sz 6.5
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Gucci Flora Heels Size: 6.5 Beautiful Iconic Canvas Flora Pattern Bamboo & Gold Hardware Leather Insole Wood Heel Heel Height 3" With Box
$1,454Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 37
New Gucci 90th Anniversary Ad Runway Python Snakeskin Pump Heels Sz 37
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Brand New From Gucci's 90th anniversary Fall Runway show, Frida Giannini cited her influence was Anjelica Huston $1815 * Python Heels * Rare Ad Runway Heels * Size: 37 * Yel...
Vintage Cultured Akoya Pearl Necklace Length 16" , Silver Clasp with Pearl
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Cultured Akoya Pearl Necklace Length 16" , Silver Clasp with Pearl Nice Akoya cultured pearls . This strand is strung securely on a hand-knotted silk thread. This marvelou...
Pearl, Silver
$500
Size: vintage 12; comparable to size M
Dove Gray A-Line Shift Dress with Bead-Crusted Neckline and Pockets - M, 1960s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Perfect for brunch, weddings and cocktail parties, this heavyweight linen dress combines crisp geometry with masterful but discrete beading. Its Mod fingertip pockets and gentle A-li...
1960'S Pyschedelic Floral Cotton Long Sleeve Mod Dress With Pockets
Located in New York, NY
1960'S Pyschedelic Floral Cotton Long Sleeve Mod Dress With Pockets
Yves Saint Laurent Coco Brown Form-Fitting Lined Jersey Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent coco brown form-fitting lined jersey scoop-neck dress features a handkerchief hemline on both the dress's hem and also on the bell-sleeve's cuff. Detaile...
Giorgio Armani 1990s 90s Vintage Khaki / Light Green Herringbone Blazer Jacket
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautifully tailored vintage Giorgio Armani blazer! This fitted blazer is a khaki/ on the verge of light green, with herringbone print throughout. Two pockets at each side of the wai...
1990s Valentino Black Chiffon and Velvet Dress Shirt Dress
By Valentino
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Amazing 1990s Valentino little black shirt dress from Holt Renfrew Canada. Top is black chiffon with a pussy bow tie, sheer bishop sleeves and delicate ruching at shoulders. Jet blac...
$7,920
H 6.7 in W 13 in L 5.9 in
Chanel Bowling Bag Luxury Ligne Leather As Seen On Ivanka Trump Red Lambskin Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
As seen on Ivanka Trump, this is a gorgeous luxury ligne Chanel satchel in excellent condition.
1960's Nina Ricci Black Couture Dress with Mink Trim
By Nina Ricci
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Elegant couture made late 1960's black silk cocktail dress with fitted corset bustier and dark brown mink fur trimmed bodice. The full skirt adds a touch of volume to the dress. Hand...
$490
Size: Medium - Large
Rozae Nichols Charcoal Gray Ombre Sequins A - Line Silk Trapeze Top / Blouse
By Rozae Nichols
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic Rozae Nichols charcoal gray ombre trapeze top! 100% silk, with hundreds of sequins encrusted throughout the entire blouse. Adjustable straps, so you can make shorter or longer. ...
1990s Geoffrey Beene Grey Silk Gown
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Elegant Vintage Geoffrey Beene charcoal grey maxi silk gown. Matching coat sold separately. see listing from our store. Bust : 36. /hip: 36 Fit US Size : 4-6
Azzedine Alaia black viscose and chenille figure hugging dress, fw 1989
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaia black viscose above-the-knee figure hugging dress with chenille net panels, turtle neck and zip fastening. Fall-Winter 1989
Alexander McQueen black low plunge evening dress, fw 1998
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Alexander McQueen black evening maxi dress with draped low plunge neckline. Fall-Winter 1998
$6,579
Size: IT 42 - FR 38 - UK 10 - US 6
Jean Paul Gaultier blue wool and velvet cape jacket, skirt and scarf, fw 1984
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
Jean Paul Gaultier blue wool ensemble comprising: cape jacket with black velvet sleeves and large button fastening, ruched ankle length skirt and matching scarf. Fall-Winter 1984
$2,193
Size: IT 40 - FR 36 - UK 8 - US 4
Vivienne Westwood pink and red checked cotton skirt suit, ss 1994
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Vivienne Westwood pink and red checked cotton skirt suit comprising: button up shirt with embroidered orb, and high waisted mini skirt. Spring-Summer 1994
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.
Ancient Egyptians referred to the vibrant stone as the “gem of the sun.”
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Accounting for just 1 percent of all diamonds, these marvels of nature are exceedingly rare and gorgeously complex.
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.