10K White and Rose Gold 1/3ct Diamond Split Shank and Infinity Ribbon Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
You will love this uniquely designed split shank ring in gleaming 10k white gold. A central infinity ribbon motif in 10k rose gold runs throughout the ring and is flanked by a row of...
Diamond, White Diamond, Rose Gold, Mixed Metal, 10k Gold
Harry Winston Ribbon Diamond Wedding Band Size 6.5
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Brand Harry Winston Engagement ring Platinum 950 Ring Shape unique Ring Size 6.5 Ring weight 2.9 gr Diamond wedding band The wedding band features 31 round brilliant diamonds Wedd...
Diamond, Platinum
14K White Gold Black and White Diamond Ribbon Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K white gold Diamonds: 67 round cut= 0.21cttw Color: Black Diamonds: 9 round cut= 0.31cttw Color: G Clarity: SI1 Dimensions: the ring measures 6.65mm wid...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Tacori 2647 Simply Tacori Platinum Ribbon Engagement Ring Setting 7.5mm Round
By Tacori
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Tacori "Simply Tacori" platinum ribbon engagement ring with round diamonds weighing 0.46 carat total.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1930s Wide 8mm Diamond Platinum Bow & Ribbon Pattern Wedding Band
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Antique diamond wedding ring, circa 1935, from the moderne period.
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 19K Gold Diamond Ribbon Band, 0.51ctw Pavé, Middle Eastern Hallmarks
Located in Miami, FL
A luxurious vintage ribbon-form band crafted in rich 19K yellow gold, distinguished by authentic Middle Eastern hallmark punches and shimmering pavé-set diamonds.
Diamond, Gold
Lucea New York Rustic Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Lucea New York
Located in New York, NY
Rustic Collection Wavy "ribbon" wide band Diamond cocktail ring set in darkened sterling silver.
Diamond, Sterling Silver
$14,000Sale Price|40% Off
【Conchéa】Ribbon Bloom Convertible 4-Way Conch & Akoya Pearl Jewel — 1.39ct
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Sculpted in a graceful ribbon form, the jewel is further accented by 0.37ct of natural diamonds and a luminous 6.5-7mm Akoya pearl, which can be added or removed depending on styling...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
18k Yellow Gold Carved Coral & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Plantation, FL
The interplay between the textured yellow gold, luminous coral carving, and diamond-set ribbons gives this ring a sculptural, architectural quality that is unmistakably Mid-Century i...
Coral, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
White Gold Ruby and Diamond Channel Set Eternity Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Princess cut rubies totaling 2.1ctw encircle this vintage 13k white gold band, interrupted by a bright accent of three round brilliant cut diamonds. The rubies sit closely together w...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Vintage 17k White Gold 9.75tcw Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
A striking vintage ring crafted in 17k white gold, centered with a substantial 9.75 carat opal cabochon and framed by approximately .80 carats total weight of diamonds.
Diamond, Opal
LeVian 14k White Gold Aquamarine, Champagne Diamond and White Sapphire Pavé Ring
Located in New York, NY
An oval cut aquamarine weighing 1.15ct centers this LeVian ring, its pale blue color framed by sweeping gemstone-set curves in 14k white gold.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold South Sea Pearl and Diamond Knotted Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Expressive and refined, this pearl and diamond statement ring balances vintage charm with dramatic wearability.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
17k White Gold Channel Set 2.06ctw Diamond Eternity Band
Located in New York, NY
Continuous rows of channel-set diamonds create an elegant ribbon of light in this sophisticated eternity band.
Diamond, White Gold
$3,799Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Lapis Lazuli Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ribbon Bow Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Lapis Lazuli And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ribbon Bow Ring. A stunning ring with a unique design typical of Van Cleef & Arpels, set with a beautiful ar...
Diamond, White Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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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