Contemporary 0.69 Carat Ruby Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Chevron Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a pointed chevron motif contour style band featuring one row each of rubies and diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Men's 14k White Gold .33ctw Diamond Satin & Polished Chevron Pinky Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (12) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - G-I Color - VS1/VS2 Clarity - 0.12ctw (approx.) (2) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pa...
Diamond, White Gold
Nari Fine Jewels Peridot and Diamond Chevron Accents Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
Flanked by three small round diamonds, the peridot is artfully accented with a chevron outline, creating a bold and unique design.
Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Real Trillion Diamond Triple Chevron Ring Set 18k Yellow Gold Combination Enamel
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
The Trillion Diamond Triple Chevron Ring Set in 18k gold is a luxurious and sophisticated piece of jewelry that exudes elegance and style.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
14k Solid Gold Double Chevron Wedding Ring Stackable
Located in Chicago, IL
Total Carat Weight: 0.24 & Under Country/Region of Manufacture: India Style: Statement Clarity: VS-Si Secondary Stone: Diamond Ring Shape: V-Shaped Main Stone Treatment: Not Enhanced...
Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
18 Karat White Gold 0.36 Carat Baguette Diamonds Chevron Wedding Band Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Type: Band Top: 4 mm Band Width: 2.3 mm Metal: White Gold Metal Purity: 18K Hallmarks: 18K 750 Total Weight: 2.92 Gram Size: 6.5 Condition: New Stone Type: 0.36 CT Diamonds
Diamond
1.61Ct Pear Diamond Chevron Design Ring 14 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
The ring is a size 7 US and may be resized to larger or smaller upon request. FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pieces. Spectrum Jewels ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,158Sale Price / item|21% Off
Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Lined Chevron Band Stackable Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
The unique contour creates a flattering silhouette that elongates the finger while offering exceptional versatility for stacking with solitaire rings, eternity bands, or other pieces...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold,...
18k Yellow Gold 2.52ctw Round Ruby & Diamond Domed Chevron Style Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
-- Stone(s):-- (15) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - G-I Color - I1 Clarity - Fiery - 1.02ctw (exact - stamped) (13) Natural Genuine Rubies - Round Brilli...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold 1.3ctw Marquise Emerald Round Diamond Wide Chevron V Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (9) Natural Genuine Emeralds - Marquise Cut - Prong Set - Bright Green - 1.0ctw (approx.) (18) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Nice Brillia...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,515Sale Price|20% Off
Pear Emerald Gemstone Chevron Ring Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
Located in Deira, Dubai
The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger or smaller upon request. FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pieces. Spectrum Jewels is prou...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 14k Gold
SI/H Diamond Chevron Band and Solitaire Engagement Ring Set 14k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
This SI/H Diamond Chevron Band and Solitaire Engagement Ring Set features marquise cut diamond solitaire ring and round cut diamond chevron band ring.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
SI/H Diamond Chevron Band and Solitaire Engagement Ring Set 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
This SI/H Diamond Chevron Band and Solitaire Engagement Ring Set features marquise cut diamond solitaire ring and round cut diamond chevron band ring.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.12 Carat SI/H Diamond Vine Chevron Wedding Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
1.12 Carat SI/H Diamond Vine Chevron Wedding Ring 18 Karat White Gold features pear cut and emerald cut diamond set in a V shape chevron ring making a bridal ring.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.12 Carat SI/H Diamond Vine Chevron Wedding Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
1.12 Carat SI/H Diamond Vine Chevron Wedding Ring 14 Karat White Gold features pear cut and emerald cut diamond set in a V shape chevron ring making a bridal ring.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Gold 1/4 Cttw Diamond Geometrical Chevron V Stackable Band Ring Set
Located in New York, NY
Adorned with a quarter carat of natural diamonds, these rings boast a clarity of SI1-SI2 and a color grade of G-H, reflective of their pristine and carefully sourced origins.
Diamond, White Diamond, Mixed Metal, 14k Gold
0.87 Carat Natural Diamond Bridal Ring Set 18K White Gold with Chevron Band
Located in Deira, AE
The engagement ring’s pavé-set diamonds extend brilliance along the shank, while the matching chevron band curves naturally around the center setting, producing a seamless and archit...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Marquise-Cut Natural Diamond Double Chevron Bypass Ring 0.79 Ct 18K Open Gold
Located in Deira, AE
Design Architecture The ring is built as a double-arm bypass with each arm carrying a graduated diagonal row of marquise-cut diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k Yellow & White Gold Pave Diamond 3 Row Chevron Style Zigzag Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (4) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 0.06ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow & White Gold Weight: 5.1 G...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Stacking Chevron Diamond Platinum Two Bands
Located in beverly hills, CA
The two bands have a total diamond weight of approximately .70 carats. Ring size 7 ½.
Diamond, Platinum
Diamond V Shaped Chain Statement Chevron 18 Karat White Gold Pave Statement Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Elegant and Modern Triple Geometric Triangle Chain Ring Set with Round Brilliant-Cut Diamonds 0.60 CTW G/VS Quality Diamonds Crafted in a Chevron Design - 18K White Gold
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$252Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Two Stone Pink Ruby and Diamond Chevron Band Ring in Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
These elegant 1.03 carat ruby and diamond earrings are crafted in 925 sterling silver, showcases a graceful arrangement of pear and round cut rubies. The vibrant red gemstones are be...
Ruby, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Silver
Yellow Gold Sapphire Diamond Crossover V Band 14k Rd .86ctw Chevron Ribbon Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Sapphires Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .80ctw Cut: Round Na...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Pave Diamond Chevron Wishbone Band
Located in Antwerp, BE
This elegant chevron band features a single row of glittering, pave-set diamonds that follow its graceful V-shaped wishbone silhouette.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,416Sale Price / item|20% Off
2.43Ct Marquise Pear Cut SI/H Diamond Chevron Engagement Ring 14k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
2.43Ct Marquise Pear Cut SI/H Diamond Chevron Engagement Ring 14k White Gold This stunning Diamond "V" Cluster or Chevron utilizing a dazzling mix of marquise-cut and pear-shaped dia...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2.43Ct Marquise Pear Cut SI/H Diamond Chevron Engagement Ring 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
2.43Ct Marquise Pear Cut SI/H Diamond Chevron Engagement Ring 18k White Gold This stunning Diamond "V" Cluster or Chevron utilizing a dazzling mix of marquise-cut and pear-shaped dia...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,180Sale Price / item|20% Off
Round Brilliant Cut Pavé Diamond Chevron Stackable Band Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Bold angles meet delicate sparkle in this captivating stackable ring that makes a striking statement while maintaining essential versatility. The sharp, contemporary V-shape design a...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yello...
$1,532Sale Price / item|20% Off
V Shaped Chevron 0.58Ct SI/HI Marquise Diamond Stacking Ring 14k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
V Shaped Chevron 0.58Ct SI/HI Marquise Diamond Stacking Ring 14k White Gold This stunning piece features a sleek V-shaped band adorned with five marquise-cut diamond stones, arrange...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
V Shaped Chevron 0.58Ct SI/HI Marquise Diamond Stacking Ring 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
V Shaped Chevron 0.58Ct SI/HI Marquise Diamond Stacking Ring 18k White Gold This stunning piece features a sleek V-shaped band adorned with five marquise-cut diamond stones, arrange...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural SI/H 2.49Ct Diamond Chevron Engagement Ring 18K White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Natural SI/H 2.49Ct Diamond Chevron Engagement Ring 18K White Gold Fine Jewelry The centerpiece features a brilliant pear-shaped diamond, beautifully framed by an elegant arrangement...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,120Sale Price|20% Off
14k Solid Gold Diamond Curved Wedding Band Chevron Bridal Wedding Ring For Her.
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Gold Diamond Curved Wedding Band Chevron Bridal Wedding Ring For Her.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
2.63 Carats Total Round and Baguette Diamond Chevron Dome Band Ring in Platinum
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 7 This stunningly sparkly chevron patterned diamond band ring will absolutely take your breath away.
Diamond, Platinum
$1,280Sale Price / item|20% Off
Pear and Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds Chevron Stackable Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Where modern geometry meets timeless sparkle, this striking ring redefines contemporary elegance through its distinctive V-shaped silhouette. The innovative design creates visual int...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold,...
Natural SI/H 2.49Ct Diamond Chevron Engagement Ring 18K White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Natural SI/H 2.49Ct Diamond Chevron Engagement Ring 18K White Gold Fine Jewelry The centerpiece features a brilliant pear-shaped diamond, beautifully framed by an elegant arrangement...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$712Sale Price / item|20% Off
Natural Tanzanite and Diamond Chevron Wedding Ring for Women in 14k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural Tanzanite and Diamond Chevron Wedding Ring for Women in 14K Gold featuring natural tanzanite of 0.35 carats and diamonds of 0.19 carats.
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ceylon Blue Sapphire Ring with Chevron Diamond Pavé Shank in 14K White Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
A vibrant blue sapphire takes the spotlight in this modern V-shaped ring, where sleek curves meet radiant sparkle. The pavé-set diamond shank forms a graceful dip that draws the eye ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold 2-1/3 Carat Diamond Cluster Chevron Shaped Band Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and timeless, this two-tone diamond engagement and wedding ring set features 2.3 carat total weight of diamonds with a whopping 63 individual stones.
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,927Sale Price / item|20% Off
Real SI/H Pear Cut Diamond Chevron Band Crown Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Real SI/H Pear Cut Diamond Chevron Band Crown Ring 18 Karat White Gold features graduated pear cut diamonds set in the v shape band ring making a stackable engagement ring for women.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chevron Bubble Diamond Band .34ct in 18k White Gold Bezel Zig Zag Stackable Ring
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
This lovely chevron bubble ring gives the illusion of an eternity ring.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.17 Carat SI/H Diamond Solitaire Wedding Chevron Band Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Crafted with precision and attention to detail, the 18 Karat White Gold setting provides the perfect backdrop to showcase the natural beauty of the diamonds. Its lustrous finish adds...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.17 Carat SI/H Diamond Solitaire Wedding Chevron Band Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Crafted with precision and attention to detail, the 14 Karat White Gold setting provides the perfect backdrop to showcase the natural beauty of the diamonds. Its lustrous finish adds...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold Round Cut Pave Diamond Chevron Wishbone Band
Located in Antwerp, BE
This elegant chevron band features a single row of glittering, pave-set diamonds that follow its graceful V-shaped wishbone silhouette.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$983Sale Price|20% Off
14k Solid Gold Leaf Chevron Deep V Wedding Bands Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Base Metal: Yellow Gold Certification: 14K Hallmarked, IGI Main Stone Color: White/Colorless Diamond Weight: 0.09 cts Approx Metal: Yellow Gold Sizable: Yes Clarity: VS-Si Main Stone...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
$1,200Sale Price / set|20% Off
2 pc Diamond Chevron and Leaf V Ring Set 14k Gold Bridal Wedding Set For Women.
Located in Chicago, IL
2 pc Diamond Chevron and Leaf V Ring Set 14k Gold Bridal Wedding Set For Women.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Diamond Chevron Curve 14K Gold Diamond Stack Wedding Anniversary Band, AN15303
By Gabriel & Co.
Located in Austin, TX
This lovely diamond chevron, or curved, band and has a beautiful pear shaped diamond at the top with round brilliant diamonds cascading down each side in a descending design!
Diamond, White Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Sparkling 1.56ct Diamond Mulit-Row Chevron Band in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Stacked sparkle, but make it luxe—this dazzling chevron band features 39 round brilliant natural diamonds totaling 1.56ct (G-H color, VS clarity).
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Marquise & Round Diamond V-Shaped Chevron Nesting 14K Yellow Gold Wedding Band
Located in Santa Monica, CA
A v-shaped chevron nesting diamond wedding band in 14K yellow gold set with a combination of marquise and round diamonds that total 0.25ct.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,680Sale Price / item|20% Off
Bespoke Geometric Chevron Pavé Diamond Wedding Band in 14K/18K Gold or Platinum
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
A study in light and structure, this bespoke geometric chevron wedding band pairs sculpted facets with pavé diamonds in a rhythmic pattern.
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18...
Angara Natural Prong-Set Round Multi-Sapphire Chevron Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: Take on a whole spectrum of rainbow hues with this Spectra multi-sapphire chevron ring. The prong-set sapphires create a striking color composition on this 14k w...
Sapphire, Diamond, Gold
$561Sale Price / item|35% Off
Moissanite Chevron 14k gold wedding band
Located in Istanbul, TR
Moissanite Chevron 14k gold wedding band. Vintage style wedding pear cut ring.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,575Sale Price / item|10% Off
Diamond Vine Twist Chevron Stack Band 14K Gold, 0.20Carat, MADE TO ORDER LR51168
By Gabriel & Co.
Located in Austin, TX
This striking diamond band has a unique vine design with diamonds pave set across the top. The band twists and folds in a cohesive design that looks amazing on its own or stacked wit...
Diamond, White Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Enamel and Diamond Adjustable Ring Made in Italy
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
Ring is 18k yellow gold featuring a smooth enamel finish in royal blue and accented with 0.07 Cttw pave' set diamonds in chevron.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$1,060Sale Price / item|20% Off
Designer Art Nouveau Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 14k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Designed with marquise cut blue sapphire set with halo of diamonds on blue sapphire chevron ring that makes it a perfect fit to wear it on your occasion or style it with any of your ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold and Black Enamel and Diamond Adjustable Ring Made in Italy
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
Ring is 18k yellow gold featuring a smooth enamel finish in rich black and accented with 0.07 Cttw pave' set diamonds in chevron.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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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