Tiffany & Co. 0.90ct Cushion Cut Diamond Platinum Novo Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. 0.90ct Cushion cut Diamond Platinum Novo Ring Product Details Xupes Ref: J1317 Brand: Tiffany & Co.
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Vintage Platinum Solitaire Ring, 0.74ct H VS1 Diamond
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A vintage signed Tiffany & Co. solitaire ring, centered with a sustainably mined natural round brilliant diamond, set into a classic six prong setting.
Diamond, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile Platinum Diamond 4mm Band Ring 5.5 New
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile Platinum Diamond 4mm Band Ring 5.5 Metal: Platinum Size: 5.5 Band Width: 4mm Weight: 8.10 grams Diamond: 10 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .22 H...
Diamond, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Soleste Platinum Half Circle Diamond Band Ring 5.25
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Soleste Platinum Half Circle Diamond Band Ring 5.25 Metal: Platinum Size: 5.25 Band Width: 2mm Diamond: round brilliant diamonds Hallmark: ©TIFFANY&Co.
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Baguette Cut Diamond Eternity Ring Size K (50)
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
Here we have a platinum eternity band ring the world renowned jewellery designer Tiffany & Co.
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Tiffany & Co. Material: Platinum Diamond: 1 round brilliant cut = 0.39ct Color: F Clarity: VS2 Size: 6.5 Dimensions: ring top measures 5.6mm wide Weight: 4.33 grams
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum Full Eternity Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum Full Eternity Ring Product Details Xupes Ref: J1245 Brand: Tiffany & Co.
Diamond, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile Platinum Diamond 4mm Band Ring 5 New
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile Platinum Diamond 4mm Band Ring 5 Metal: Platinum Size: 5 Band Width: 4mm Weight: 7.30 grams Diamond: 10 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .22 ...
Diamond, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum .30ct Lucida Diamond Engagement Ring 5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum .30ct Lucida Diamond Engagement Ring 5 Metal: Platinum Size: 5 Weight: 3.50 grams Diamond: Tiffany Lucida cut diamond, carat total weight .30, F color, VV...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co Platinum Lucida Solitaire Diamond Engagement Ring 0.41cttw
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Lucida Diamond Wedding Solitaire Engagement Ring.
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Soleste Full Eternity Diamond Platinum Wedding Band Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in University Place, WA
A stunning Tiffany & Co. Soleste full eternity band, set in platinum with a complete circle of round brilliant diamonds.
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co Diamond Enchant Scroll Wide Platinum Band Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
Tiffany & Co Platinum Diamond Enchant Scroll Wide Band Ring.
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. number: 2050956 Metal: Platinum Pt950 Size / Measurements: 4.5 sizable / 2 mm...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Victoria Marquise Natural Diamond Platinum Flower Ring 48
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Victoria Natural Diamond 950 Platinum Ring.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Ring Size 6.5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Tiffany & Co. Style: Diamond & Sapphire Ring Material: 18k Yellow Gold Diamonds: Natural diamonds, approximately 0.25ctw Sapphire: Natural sapphire, approximately 0.25 carat T...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Forever Platinum Natural Diamond Half Band Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Baltimore, MD
Tiffany & Co. Forever Platinum Natural Diamond Half Band Ring Metal: Platinum Weight: 2.48 grams Diamonds: Approx. .27 CTW F-G VS round natural diamonds Width: 2mm Size: 5 (US) Heig...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co ‘Soleste’ 2.20ct Tanzanite and Diamond Cluster Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
A vibrant 2.20 carat Tanzanite takes centre stage in this double halo ring from Tiffany & Co’s ‘Soleste’ collection. The round cut tanzanite exudes a wonderous purple hue, enhanced b...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Sapphire Diamond Ring Art Deco Platinum Circa 1940s
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Fairfield, CT
Tiffany & Co. Sapphire Diamond Ring Art Deco Platinum Circa 1940s This Tiffany & Co. ring is made in platinum and centers an oval-cut blue sapphire weighing approximately 1....
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile Platinum Diamond 4mm Band Ring 6.5 New
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile Platinum Diamond 4mm Band Ring 6.5 Metal: Platinum Size: 6.5 Band Width: 4mm Weight: 7.70 grams Diamond: 10 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight ...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. White Gold and Diamond Eternity Band Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2015 Tiffany & Company 18K White Gold Eternity Band Ring, 3 M.M. wide and set with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds totaling approximately 3/4 Carats.
Diamond, 18k Gold
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile Platinum Diamond 4mm Band Ring 5 New
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile Platinum Diamond 4mm Band Ring 5 Metal: Platinum Size: 5 Band Width: 4mm Weight: 7.10 grams Diamond: 10 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .22 ...
Diamond, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile Platinum Diamond 4mm Band Ring 5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile Platinum Diamond 4mm Band Ring 5 Metal: Platinum Size: 5 Band Width: 4mm Weight: 7.0 grams Diamond: 10 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight ....
Diamond, Platinum
$184,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. Platinum 3.53 Carat Round Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
This exceptional Tiffany & Co. diamond solitaire ring showcases a 3.53-carat natural diamond of remarkable quality and rarity.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Enchant Diamond 18k Rose Gold Ring Size 8
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Tiffany & Co. Collection: Enchant Material: 18k rose gold Diamonds: Approximately 0.35 carat total weight Design: Sculptural Enchant ring accented with sparkling diamonds ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Tiffany & Co. Material: Platinum Diamond: 1 round brilliant cut = 0.75ct Color: H Clarity: VS1 Ring Size: 4.5 Weight: 4.58 grams
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co Hexagon 1.2 Carat Diamond Platinum Eternity Band Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
The ring is a size 5, contact for sizing. Product Specifications: Item Type: Eternity Band Ring Brand: Tiffany and Co.
Diamond, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond 4mm Band Ring 5.5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond 4mm Band Ring 5.5 Metal: 18K Gold Size: 5.5 Band Width: 4mm Diamond: 10 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .22 Hallmark: TIFFANY&C...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond 4mm Band Ring 6
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond 4mm Band Ring 6 Metal: 18K Gold Size: 6 Band Width: 4mm Diamond: 10 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .22 Hallmark: TIFFANY&CO. 750 ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile Platinum Diamond 4mm Band Ring 8.5 New
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile Platinum Diamond 4mm Band Ring 8.5 Metal: Platinum Size: 8.5 Band Width: 4mm Weight: 8.90 grams Diamond: 10 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weig...
Diamond, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond 4mm Band Ring 6.5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond 4mm Band Ring 6.5 Metal: 18K Gold Size: 6.5 Band Width: 4mm Diamond: 10 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .22 Hallmark: TIFFANY&CO....
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified Platinum Tiffany & Co. Diamond Solitaire Ring 1.03 ct
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies Tiffany & Co diamond solitaire ring with platinum settings.
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 1.81ct Diamond Engagement Ring in 18k Gold & Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
The perfect round brilliant Tiffany diamond solitaire engagement ring that checks all the boxes.
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Diamond Platinum Vintage Sixteen Stone Band Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a high polished platinum band with "X" motif stations Prong set with round brilliant cut diamonds in between Weighing approximately 1.28 carats total G color with VS1 cla...
Diamond, Platinum
$17,600Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co Platinum 1.60ct F VS1 Diamond Eternity Bubble Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
An iconic Tiffany & Co. platinum “Bubbles” eternity band, masterfully crafted in PT950 platinum and set with 28 round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately 1.60 carats.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co Soleste Aquamarine & Diamond Cluster Cocktail Ring in Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Plantation, FL
Crafted in platinum with the precision and finish that define Tiffany & Co., this is a striking cocktail or right-hand statement ring — the serene blue of aquamarine set against ...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 0.70ct Princess Cut Diamond Platinum Novo Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. 0.70ct Princess Cut Diamond Platinum Novo Ring Product Details Xupes Ref: COMJ804 Brand: Tiffany & Co.
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. AGL 4.55 carat pink sapphire diamond platinum ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The cushion-cut sapphire at the center of this Tiffany & Co. ring is remarkable for its color alone — a deep, vivid pink with real saturation and life, the kind of hue that photograp...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Engagement Ring 1.25ct Diamond Size 6 Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Enhance your collection with this stunning Tiffany & Co. engagement ring. Crafted in luxurious platinum, this ring showcases a round brilliant-cut diamond weighing approximately ...
Diamond, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum Half Circle Diamond Novo Band Ring 6.5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum Half Circle Diamond Novo Band Ring 6.5 Metal: Platinum Size: 6.5 Band Width: 2mm Diamond: round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .24 Hallmark: ©TIFFANY...
Diamond, Platinum
TIFFANY & CO.Schlumberger X Diamond Platinum Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This iconic 16-stone Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger band ring was designed by Jean Schlumberger and features the classic X motif in 18k yellow gold alternating with brilliant-cut round d...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond 4mm Band Ring 6
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond 4mm Band Ring 6 Metal: 18K Gold Size: 6 Band Width: 4mm Diamond: 10 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .22 Hallmark: T&CO. 750 PT950 ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Soleste Platinum Half Eternity Diamond Band Ring 6
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Soleste Platinum Half Circle Diamond Band Ring 6 Metal: Platinum Size: 6 Band Width: 2mm Diamond: round brilliant diamonds Hallmark: ©TIFFANY&Co.
Diamond, Platinum
$95,200Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. 3 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
It is accompanied by a Tiffany & Co. diamond certificate and its original Tiffany & Co. ring box.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Platinum .19 ct Diamond Solitaire Classic Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Hallmarks legible. Details Brand: Tiffany & Co. Collection: Tiffany Classic Setting Metal: Platinum (Pt950) Hallmarks: © Tiffany & Co., PT950, .19ct, Serial Number Finger Si...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Atlas Roman Numeral 18K White Gold Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking band ring by Tiffany & Co from their Atlas collection.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Yellow Gold Diamond Graffiti X Earrings & Ring Suite
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A signature 18k yellow gold diamond jewellery suite from Tiffany & Co. from the Paloma Picasso Graffiti collection.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co., 2.02 Carat Brilliant Cut Diamond "Novo" Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
W071XXXX Side Diamonds Carat: 0.16 carat total Color: D-G Clarity: IF-VVS Metal: Platinum Ring size: 6 Stamp: TIFFANY&CO.
Diamond, Platinum
c2000 Vintage Tiffany & Co Ring France 5.5 Diamond Flower Band 18k Ring Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage Tiffany & Co diamond flower ring crafted in 18 karat yellow gold & platinum (circa 2000).
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum Half Eternity Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. 0.85ct Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum Forever Full Eternity Ring Product Details Xupes Ref: J1459 Brand: Tiffany & Co.
Diamond, Platinum
$44,800Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. 1.58 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany & Co. 1.58 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co 18k White Gold Diamond 5-Row Metro Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Five rows of dazzling diamonds make this ring a stunning statement piece.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. 18K White Gold Streamerica Diamond Band Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Tiffany & Co. Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K White Gold Ring Size: 5.5 Width: 4.65 mm Weight: 5.69 grams One ladies 18K white gold diamond band with a soft-square sh...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$16,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. Platinum 1.19 ct Lucida Square Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany & Co. Platinum 1.19 ct Lucida Square Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Tiffany & Co. !8K Gold & Platinum Diamond Flower Band Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Elegant and timeless, this vintage Tiffany & Co. Ring is crafted in rich 18K yellow gold with platinum accents, featuring a sparkling diamond flower motif set with approximately ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond 4mm Band Ring 5.5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond 4mm Band Ring 5.5 Metal: 18K Gold Size: 5.5 Band Width: 4mm Diamond: 10 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .22 Hallmark: TIFFANY&C...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond 4mm Band Ring 8.5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond 4mm Band Ring 8.5 Metal: 18K Gold Size: 8.5 Band Width: 4mm Diamond: 10 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .22 Hallmark: TIFFANY...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Rose Gold Diamond 4.5mm T Ring 6
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Rose Gold Diamond 4.5mm T Ring 6 Metal: 18K Rose Gold Size: 6 Band Width: 4.5mm Weight: 5.90 grams Diamond: round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .13 Hall...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$14,080Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Legacy 1.44 Carat Cushion Ideal Cut Diamond Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Legacy 1.44 Carat Cushion Ideal Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring An iconic Tiffany & Co. engagement ring from the celebrated Legacy collection, featur...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Pink Tourmaline Diamond White Gold Dome Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
Ring Size: 7.75 (55 7/8) Diamond Carat Weight: 0.30
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co Diamond Platinum Yellow Gold Bow Ribbon Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold And Platinum Diamond Bow Ribbon Ring by Tiffany & Co. With 40 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds VS1 clarity, G color, Total weight Approximately 1.20ctw Details: Ring Siz...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. is one of the most prominent purveyors of luxury goods in the United States, and has long been an important arbiter of style in the design of diamond engagement rings. A young Franklin Delano Roosevelt proposed to his future wife, Eleanor, with a Tiffany ring in 1904. Vanderbilts, Whitneys, Astors and members of the Russian imperial family all wore Tiffany & Co. jewelry. And Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis preferred Tiffany china for state dinners at the White House.
Although synonymous with luxury today, the firm started out rather modestly. Charles Lewis Tiffany and John B. Young founded it in Connecticut as a “stationery and fancy goods emporium” in 1837, at a time when European imports still dominated the nascent American luxury market. In 1853, Charles Tiffany — who in 1845 had launched the company’s famed catalog, the Blue Book, and with it, the firm’s signature robin’s-egg blue, which he chose for the cover — shifted the focus to fine jewelry.
In 1868, Tiffany & Co. gained international recognition when it became the first U.S. firm to win an award for excellence in silverware at the Exposition Universelle in Paris. From then on, it belonged to the pantheon of American luxury brands.
At the start of the Gilded Age, in 1870, Tiffany & Co. opened its flagship store, described as a "palace of jewels" by the New York Times, at 15 Union Square West in Manhattan. Throughout this period, its designs for silver tableware, ceremonial silver, flatware and jewelry were highly sought-after indicators of status and taste. They also won the firm numerous accolades, including the grand prize for silverware at the Paris Exposition of 1878. Among the firm’s glittering creations from this time are masterworks of Art Nouveau jewelry, such as this delicate aquamarine necklace and this lavish plique-à-jour peridot and gold necklace, both circa 1900.
When Charles Lewis Tiffany died, in 1902, his son Louis Comfort Tiffany became the firm’s design director. Under his leadership, the Tiffany silver studio was a de facto design school for apprentice silversmiths, who worked alongside head artisan Edward C. Moore. The firm produced distinctive objects inspired by Japanese art and design, North American plants and flowers, and Native American patterns and crafts, adding aesthetic diversity to Tiffany & Co.’s distinguished repertoire.
Tiffany is also closely associated with diamonds, even lending its name to one particularly rare and exceptional yellow stone. The firm bought the Tiffany diamond in its raw state from the Kimberley mines of South Africa in 1878. Cut to create a 128.54-carat gem with an unprecedented 82 facets, it is one of the most spectacular examples of a yellow diamond in the world.
In a broader sense, Tiffany & Co. helped put diamonds on the map in 1886 by introducing the American marketplace to the solitaire diamond design, which is still among the most popular engagement-ring styles. The trademark Tiffany® Setting raises the stone above the band on six prongs, allowing its facets to catch the light. A lovely recent example is this circa-2000 platinum engagement ring. Displaying a different design and aesthetic (but equally chic) is this exquisite diamond and ruby ring from the 1930s.
Find Tiffany & Co. jewelry, serveware and decorative objects for sale 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.