Victorian diamond coronet cluster ring, English, circa 1890.
Located in London, GB
Victorian diamond coronet cluster ring. Centrally set with a cushion shape old mine diamond, G
Antique 1890s Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Victorian diamond coronet cluster ring, English, circa 1890.
Located in London, GB
Victorian diamond coronet cluster ring. Centrally set with a cushion shape old mine diamond, G
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Victorian Burmese ruby and diamond coronet cluster ring, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
Victorian Burmese ruby and diamond coronet cluster ring. Set to centre with an oval old cut natural
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Ceylon sapphire and diamond coronet cluster ring, circa 1900.
Located in London, GB
Victorian Ceylon sapphire and diamond coronet cluster ring. Set to centre with a cushion shape old
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Burmese Ruby and diamond coronet cluster ring, circa 1890
Located in London, GB
Burmese Ruby and diamond coronet cluster ring. Set to centre with a cushion shape old cut natural
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Coronet Cluster Ring, circa 1950
Located in London, GB
Ceylon sapphire and diamond coronet cluster ring. Set to center with an octagonal old cut natural
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
No Oil Colombian emerald and diamond coronet cluster ring, circa 1890.
Located in London, GB
No Oil Colombian emerald and diamond coronet cluster ring. Set to centre with an oval step cut
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Edwardian Fire Opal and Diamond Coronet Cluster Ring, circa 1915
Located in London, GB
Edwardian fire opal and diamond coronet cluster ring. Set to centre with a cushion shape old cut
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum
Victorian Colombian Emerald and Diamond Coronet Cluster Ring, circa 1890
Located in London, GB
Victorian Colombian emerald and diamond coronet cluster engagement ring. Set horizontally to center
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
Natural Colombian Emerald and Diamond Coronet Cluster Ring, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
Colombian emerald and diamond coronet cluster ring. Set to centre with an oval mixed cut natural
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Edwardian Burmese Ruby and Diamond Coronet Cluster Ring, English, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
Edwardian Burmese ruby and diamond coronet cluster ring. Set to centre with a cushion shape old
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Sapphire and Diamond Coronet Cluster Stud Earrings
Located in London, England
and diamond coronet cluster studs earrings in 18K white gold. Each earring is set with a round
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Ceylon Color Change Sapphire and Diamond Coronet Cluster Ring circa 1910
Located in London, GB
Ceylon colour change sapphire and diamond coronet cluster ring. Centrally set with a cushion shape
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Sapphire and diamond coronet cluster ring, French, circa 1950.
Located in London, GB
Sapphire and diamond coronet cluster ring. Set to centre with an oval old cut natural unenhanced
Sapphire
Early Victorian Diamond Coronet Cluster Earrings Set in Silver
Located in London, England
A beautiful pair of Victorian diamond coronet cluster earrings set in silver. Each earring
Diamond, Silver
Yellow Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Coronet Cluster Ring, English, circa 1960
Located in London, GB
Yellow Ceylon sapphire and diamond coronet cluster ring. Set to centre with a cushion shape old cut
Sapphire, Platinum
Edwardian 1.40ct Sapphire and Diamond Coronet Cluster Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
An impressive natural and unheated sapphire sits central to this Edwardian, coronet cluster ring
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Contemporary Emerald Diamond Coronet Cluster Engagement Ring White Gold, 2010s
Located in Lisbon, PT
Contemporary Emerald and Diamond Coronet Cluster Engagement Ring in 19.2 Karat White Gold, Portugal
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Emerald and Diamond Platinum Coronet Cluster Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
This beautiful hand made emerald and diamond coronet cluster ring features an oval shaped emerald
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Early Victorian 3.00 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1840-1845
Located in London, GB
This early Victorian era diamond coronet cluster ring is around 175 years old! It dates from from
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
1.65 Carat Emerald and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Coronet Cluster Ring
By Tobi Gem Setting
Located in London, GB
This vintage inspired coronet cluster engagement ring features a vibrant 1.65 carat emerald cut
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Natural Pink Sapphire Double Row Coronet Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Edwardian natural pink sapphire double row coronet cluster ring. Centrally set with an oval old cut
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Oval 2.0ct Blue Topaz Coronet Cluster Ring in 18ct Yellow and White Gold
Located in London, GB
This magnificent ring features an oval blue topaz, surrounded by 16 round brilliant cut diamonds
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum Sapphire Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in London, England
An Art Deco style diamond and sapphire coronet cluster target ring in platinum, featuring an Old
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Engagement or Dress Ring Set in Platinum
Located in London, England
A beautiful Art Deco sapphire and diamond coronet cluster engagement / dress ring set in platinum
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Edwardian Style Coronet Cluster Pearl and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Stud Earrings
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous pair of Edwardian style coronet cluster earrings featuring a 6.4mm cultured pearl in the
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Sapphire 3.78ct Diamond 0.79ct Cluster Stud Earrings/Pendants 14kt White Gold
Located in London, England
pair of coronet cluster sapphire and diamond oval stud earrings in 14-karat white gold. Each earring
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Boucheron Mid-Century Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring White Gold
By Boucheron
Located in Lisbon, PT
Boucheron Mid-Century Ceylon sapphire and round brilliant-cut diamond cluster engagement ring in
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s/1960s Emerald Citrine Quartz Old Diamond Cocktail Ring Platinum
Located in Lisbon, PT
accented with smaller rose-cut diamonds, to a coronet cluster design with a floral openwork gallery
Citrine, Diamond, Quartz, Platinum
Cabochon garnet and diamond coronet cluster ring, circa 1960.
Located in London, GB
Cabochon garnet and diamond coronet cluster ring. Set to the centre with an oval carbuncle cabochon
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold
Belle Époque Diamond Coronet Cluster Ring Set in Rose Gold and Platinum
Located in London, England
A spectacular Belle Epoque diamond coronet cluster ring in 18-karat rose gold and platinum. Set to
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Emerald and Diamond Coronet Cluster 18 Carat Gold and Platinum Earrings
Located in London, GB
Vintage coronet cluster stud earrings set with eight round brilliant cut diamonds in each in open
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Victorian Orange Spessartine Garnet and Diamond Cluster Ring 19th Century
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Victorian Orange Spessartine garnet and diamond coronet cluster ring in silver and 18kt yellow gold
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Old Cut Coronet Cluster Earrings, circa 1890
Located in London, GB
Old cut diamond coronet cluster stud earrings set with nine round old cut diamonds in an open back
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Old Cut Diamond 18 Carat Yellow Gold and Platinum Coronet Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This beautiful cluster engagement ring features nine old mine cut diamonds, all claw set on a
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18ct Yellow and White Gold Old Cut Diamond Antique Flower Coronet Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Introducing an authentic antique flower cluster engagement ring, finely crafted in luxurious 18
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Diamond Coronet Cluster Ring in Platinum and 18kt Yellow Gold
Located in Dublin 2, D
Antique diamond coronet cluster ring in platinum and 18kt yellow gold. Centred with an estimated
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Midcentury 1.88 Carat Transitional Cut Diamond Coronet Cluster Ring
Located in Essex, GB
A brilliant and bright coronet cluster ring. The transitional cut diamond in the centre – weighing
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Sapphire and Diamond Coronet Cluster Drop Earrings in Platinum and Gold
Located in Dublin 2, D
Antique sapphire and diamond coronet cluster drop earrings in platinum and 18kt rose gold. A
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Platinum
Midcentury 1.13 Carat Sapphire and 0.50 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Essex, GB
A great sapphire and diamond cluster ring. The deep, rich royal blue sapphire in the centre is claw
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
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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