Unavailable|$5,766
18 Carat White Gold Raindance Style Diamond Ring
Located in Oxted, Surrey
sizes, set in a rubover setting in a triple band ring. Approximate total Diamond weight : 2.00ct Ring
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$9,541
1920s Art Deco Diamond Sapphire Platinum Ring
Located in London, GB
diamond centre stone. Ring Size: N (UK), 6 3/4 (US). Can be resized up or down if necessary.
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Unavailable|$4,500
2.06 Carat Trilliant Cut Tanzanite, Diamond Ring
By Antoinette Bracks
Located in Brisbane, QLD
. Australian ladies ring size N ( US Ring Size approximately 6 1/2) Bright slightly violet blue colour, eye
White Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$3,157
18 Carat White Gold Aquamarine and Diamond Ring
Located in Oxted, Surrey
Approximate total Diamond weight : 0.31ct Ring Size : N Total Weight : 6.6g
Diamond, White Diamond, Aquamarine, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$1,320 / item
18ct White Gold 1.00ct Kyanite and Diamond Ring
Located in Sydney, NSW
Weight: 1.00ct Round Diamonds: 0.36ct Baguette Diamonds: 0.12ct Item Weight: 2.25g Ring Size: N, 54
Diamond, Kyanite, White Gold, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$2,327
18ct Yellow Gold 1.17ct Ruby & Diamond Flower Ring
Located in Southampton, GB
Diamond Carat Weight: 0.54ct Ring Size: N Ring Weight: 5.3g Ring Band Width: 2.7mm The ring is used but in
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$2,773
18ct Yellow Gold and Diamond Pave Eternity 'Blizzard' Ring
By Tessa Packard
Located in London, GB
18ct yellow gold and diamond ring UK size N/O Hallmarked Every Cloud Has A Silver Lining is a
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$686
9 Karat Recycled Yellow Gold Diamond Signet Ring
By Ellie Air Jewellery
Located in Bridport, GB
gold with a Canadian diamond. This ring is currently size N (US 7) Please contact us if you would
Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$686
9 Karat Recycled Rose Gold Diamond Signet Ring
By Ellie Air Jewellery
Located in Bridport, GB
gold with a Canadian diamond. This ring is currently size N (US 7) Please contact us if you would
Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Unavailable|$686
9 Karat Recycled White Gold Diamond Signet Ring
By Ellie Air Jewellery
Located in Bridport, GB
gold with a Canadian diamond. This ring is currently size N (US 7) Please contact us if you would
Diamond, 9k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$8,237
18 Carat White Gold Aquamarine and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Oxted, Surrey
: 5.40ct Approximate total Diamond weight : 0.94ct Ring Size : N Total Weight : 7.6g
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$9,473
18ct Yellow Gold, Jadeite and Diamond Scarab 'Pharaoh' Ring
By Tessa Packard
Located in London, GB
18ct yellow gold, hand-carved jadeite and diamond ring Hallmarked Ring size UK N/O This stunning
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Unavailable|$7,000
Lizunova Aquamarine & Diamond 18k White Gold Bridal Engagement Ring
By Lizunova Fine Jewels
Located in Sydney, NSW
+ quality aquamarine, 14 round brilliant cut diamonds F VS, 0.29ct total diamond carat weight. Ring size N
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$3,089
Edwardian Style Diamond Set Band Ring 18 Carat White Gold
Located in Oxted, Surrey
Milgrain setting. Approximate total diamond weight : 1.60ct Width : 6mm Ring Size : N Total Weight : 4.4g
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$7,160 / item
Imperial Jewels 18ct Rose Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Sydney, NSW
Diamond Dimensions: 2.2mm(Dia) x 1.34mm(D-estimated) Diamond Grade: "VS2-SI", H. Ring Size : N,54. Item
Diamond, Emerald, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$7,001
18 Carat White Gold Sapphire and Diamond Flower Cluster Ring
Located in Oxted, Surrey
weight : 1.28ct Diamond Grade : VS Diamond Colour : H Ring Size : N
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$4,250
Baguette Deep Blue Sapphire Diamond Fascinator Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
ct Sapphire: 2.09 ct Diamond: 0.12 ct Ring size: 54 / UK N / US 7
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ia Jewels 14 Carat Rose Gold Rectangular Aquamarine Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Ia Jewels
Located in Tbilisi, GE
, faceted (marquise and oval) light-color aquamarines and faceted, different-shape diamonds. Ring size US
Aquamarine, White Diamond, 14k Gold
Unavailable|$5,100
Lizunova Morganite and Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold and White Gold Ring
By Lizunova Fine Jewels
Located in Sydney, NSW
pear cut diamond F VS. Ring size N (UK/Australian), US 6 1/2, European 54. Complimentary resizing. If
Diamond, White Diamond, Morganite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Annabel Eley 18Kt White Gold 11 Carat Lavender Amethyst Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Annabel Eley
Located in Huntingdon, GB
). UK ring size N. To enquire about re-sizing please contact us.
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold
2.93 Carat Oval Cut Tanzanite Diamond Handmade 18 Carat Gold Cocktail Ring
By Antoinette Bracks
Located in Brisbane, QLD
diamonds. Australian ladies ring size N ( US Ring Size approximately 6 1/2) Strong violet blue colour, eye
White Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$9,335
Aquamarine and Diamond Ring in 18 Carat Yellow and 18 Carat White Gold
Located in Birmingham, GB
fvvs approx weight 0.35ct ring size N 1/2 THIS RING CANNOT BE SIZED
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s 2.23ct Oval Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Ballerina Ring 18 Carat Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Clarity) diamonds total 2.16 carats. Ring Size N (Australia and UK sizing) or 6 3/4 (US and Canada) The
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.42 Carat Two Diamonds Engagement Ring in 18 Carat White Gold By Kian Design
By Kian Design
Located in South Perth, AU
diamond weight Ring Size: UK: "N 1/2" US, CANADA: "7" Weight: 5.6 Grams About the creator: Kian Dastyar
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$3,432
18 Carat White Gold Aquamarine and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in Oxted, Surrey
weight : 0.71ct Approximate total Diamond weight : 0.56ct Ring Size : N Total Weight : 3.8g
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$4,736
Art Nouveau Cabochon Cut Opal Ring
Located in London, GB
This oval cut opal is set in a laurel leaf border with one diamond on each shoulder. Ring size N
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Sixteen-Stone Diamond Ring Size N 1/2 (55)
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
) - Professionally polished to appear brand new Weight: 9.6 grams Ring Size: N 1/2 (55) Band Width: 5.5mm Diamond
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Sold|$790
Edwardian Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Delicately beautiful Edwardian platinum ring set with old cut diamonds. Ring Size: N or 6 3/4
Diamond, Platinum
Sold|$4,118
Fei Liu Tanzanite Diamond White Gold Ring
By Fei Liu
Located in Birmingham, .
diamonds. Ring size: N (UK) Inspiration: The glamour of the royal tanzanite combined with the glamour of
Diamond, Tanzanite, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sold|$5,148
Edwardian 2 Carat Four-Stone Diamond Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
from the glistening diamonds. Ring Size: N 1/2 or 7
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Eternity Ring Size N (54)
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
(Excellent) - Professionally polished to appear brand new Weight: 4.0 grams Ring Size: N (54) Band Width: 3mm
Diamond, Platinum
1.04 Carat Diamond Full-Eternity Ring Size N (54)
Located in London, GB
Here we have a platinum band ring featuring a continuous row of round faceted white diamonds. Each
Diamond, Platinum
1.68 Carat Diamond Full-Eternity Ring Size N (54)
Located in London, GB
display. Condition: Used (Very Good) Weight: 3.5 grams Size: N (54) Band Width: 3mm Total Diamond Carat
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Victoria Diamond Eternity Ring Size N (54)
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
embodiment of subtle glamour.' - Tiffany & Co. Condition: Used (Very Good) Weight: 4.7 grams Ring Size: N
Diamond, Platinum
Georgian Old Cut Diamond Eternity Ring Size N (54)
Located in London, GB
Here we have an exquisite diamond eternity ring dating back to the Georgian period. This rare
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Cartier 1 Diamond LOVE Wedding Ring Size N (54)
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
polished to appear brand new Weight: 4.6 grams Ring Size: N (54) Band Width: 4mm Diamond Weight: Approx
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
3.41 Carat Pavé Set Diamond Full Eternity Ring Size N
Located in London, GB
round brilliant cut diamonds. Condition: Used (Very Good) Weight: 5.4 grams Size: N Band Width: 6mm
Diamond, Gold, White Gold
Platinum Round Brilliant Diamond Eternity Ring 24 Diamonds .75cttw Size 6, 2.9 g
By Rock N Gold Creations
Located in San Diego, CA
channel set diamonds are colorless, VS in clarity, and have an excellent cut. This ring is size 6, 950
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co Pink Sapphire and Diamond Jazz Band Ring Size N (54)
Located in London, GB
sapphires and paired round brilliant cut diamonds. Condition: Used (Very Good) Weight: 3.9 grams Ring Size
Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum Round Brilliant Diamond Eternity Ring, 3.50cttw, 14 Diamonds, Size 4
Located in San Diego, CA
. Resizing this ring may be challenging, but it may be possible to stretch it up a quarter size. At Rock N
Diamond, Platinum
10kt Gold Ruby & Diamond Ring, 1ct Oval Ruby, Baguette/Round Diamonds, Size 7
Located in San Diego, CA
approximately .25cttw. The approximate total weight of all the stones is 1.75cttw. The ring is a size 7, weighs
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 10k Gold
14kt Yellow Gold Diamond Scissors Ring, Perfect for Hair Stylist, Size 9, 7.75g
Located in San Diego, CA
Introducing the stunning 14kt Yellow Gold Diamond Scissors Ring, specially designed for hair
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14kt Yellow Gold 1.25cttw 7 Baguette Diamond Ring, Texture Design, Size 9, 9mm
Located in San Diego, CA
ring is size 9, 9mm wide tapering to 5.5mm, 7 grams in weight. The 4mm x 2mm diamonds are set in 14kt
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14kt White Gold Oval Pink Rhodolite Round Brilliant Diamond Ring, size 7, 3 gr
Located in San Diego, CA
.05cttw. The ring is size 7, weighs 3.1 grams, and tapers from 6mm (top) to 2mm (base). The diamonds are
Diamond, Rhodolite, 14k Gold, White Gold
Sold|$11,393
Cartier Maillon Panthere Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
design made in 18k yellow gold and 90 round brilliant cut diamonds totalling in 1.37ct. UK ring size N 1
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Sold|$215
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
. Diamond clarity: VS1 Diamond color: N Ring Size: 5.25 Weight: 0.6 dwt. / 1.0 gr. Hallmark: 14K Very
Diamond, White Gold
Sold|$9,473
Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring in Gold
Located in London, England
weight 0.48cts. Assessed diamond colour: H, Assessed diamond clarity: VS1. Ring size is UK 'N', however
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Sold|$10,290
Sapphire Diamond Triple Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in London, England
. Assessed diamond colour: G-H. Assessed diamond clarity: VS Ring Size UK N.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Sold|$4,077
Blue Zircon and Diamond Cluster Ring
By DA Jewellery
Located in Banbury, GB
Blue Zircon: 8.6×6.8×6.2mm Total Diamonds：0.86ct Ring Size：UK N, USA 6 1/2 (Free resizing if
Diamond, Zircon, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sold|$3,912
Victoria Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Banbury, GB
_________________________________________________ UK Ring Size N EU Ring Size 55 US Ring Size 7 Resizing Possible Yes
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
Sold|$27,184
Rare Austrian Black Opal and Diamond Ring
By DA Jewellery
Located in Banbury, GB
Opal: 10.9ct Diamonds: 1.6ct Ring size: USA 7, UK N (Free resizing if needed) This is a very rare
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
14kt White Gold Diamond Band, 3.54cttw, Baguette Round Brilliant, Size 4, 10.4mm
Located in San Diego, CA
14kt white gold wide round brilliant and baguette cut diamond ring with approximately 3.52 cttw
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Piaget Yellow Gold Diamond Set Possession Eccentric Ring
By Piaget
Located in Mayfair, London, London
. The ring is a size UK N/EU 53/US 6.5 and has a gross weight of 12.37 grams. The ring comes complete
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Gypsy Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
. Ring Size: N 1/2 or 7 Band Width: 6mm Weight: 5.7g
Diamond, Gold
Platinum, Diamond and GIA Certified Blue Sapphire Ring
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
further be accented with customised diamond bands. Ring size - 54/N Marked - 'Orianne PT950' and
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
GIA 18ct White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Set 1.04ct
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
2.80 grams, Ring Size N Diamond Wedding Ring, made of 9ct White Gold. Featuring 13 Round Brilliant Cut
Diamond, White Gold
18ct Rose Gold Ruby Sapphire & Diamond Butterfly Ring
Located in Sydney, NSW
: 0.55ct Total Diamond weight: 0.30ct Ring size: N 1/2 / 7 US Item weight: 3.10g Hallmarks: K18 Era
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose 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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