Natural Emerald & Diamond Toi et Moi Ring, 1.57ct Emeralds, 18K White Gold
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
Handmade in high-polished 18K white gold, the ring holds each stone in individual prongs, keeping the pear outlines distinct.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Diamond Emerald Cuban Chain Link Band Ring
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Estate 18K white gold Cuban chain link band ring featuring diamonds and a natural emerald.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emerald Diamond Floral Cluster Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Inspired by a blooming flower, this Emerald Ring features a brilliant center diamond framed by a vivid Emerald Cluster in 18K white gold.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold
Natural Emerald 2.28ct Emerald Cut Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
PRODUCT DETAILS - =============== ➡️GEMSTONE DETAILS : ❋ Gemstone : Emerald ❋ Gemstone Weight : 2.28 Cts ❋ Gemstone Size : 9X7 MM Approx ❋ Gemstone Shape : Emerald Cut ❋ Gemstone ...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
18K White Gold 0.35ct Diamond and Emerald Ring MGF23-070226
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
A classic cluster ring in 18K white gold, centering a vivid cabochon emerald of 0.95 carats within a close-set halo of round diamonds totaling 0.35 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold
Tasteful 18K White Gold Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This elegant 18K white gold cocktail ring is set with one vivid green, oval shape, emerald in the center, flanked by eight marquise shape diamonds, and bordered on the top and bottom...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
4.00ct Natural Emerald & Diamond 18k Solid White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
4.00 Carats Natural Emerald and Diamond 18K Solid White Gold Ring Suggested Replacement Value: Approx. $6,500.00 Total Natural Green Emerald Weight is: Approx. 3.00 Carats (transpa...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
White & Canary Diamond Emerald Ring 18K Gold, Italy
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
White & Canary Diamond Emerald Ring 18K Gold, Italy This gorgeous vintage ring is finely crafted in solid 18K Yellow Gold, made in Italy.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Zambian Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring, 5.51 Carat Emerald, 18K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Centered around a 5.51-carat natural Zambian emerald, this elegant ring is crafted in 18K white gold and accented with 0.82 carats of natural diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Substantial 18K White Gold Emerald Bypass Ring with Diamonds
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Emerald open ring in 18K gold with diamonds which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your creativity.
Emerald, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
$16,920Sale Price|20% Off
18k White Gold Ring 0.47ct Emerald 0.50ct Brown Diamond
Located in New York, NY
Step into the realm of contemporary luxury with this alluring open tube ring crafted in lustrous 18k white gold. A testament to modern elegance, this piece features a unique design t...
Brown Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.37 Carat Green Emerald & Diamond Ring In 18k White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Introducing a stunning union of natural beauty and timeless elegance: our exquisite 3.37 carat Green Emerald Ring adorned with 28 Baguette Diamonds totaling 2.10 carats, all set in o...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold
18K White Gold 0.65ct Diamond and Emerald Ring MF31-051526
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
It also includes sparkling Diamond accents totaling 0.65 carats. Set in 18K White Gold, it features a 3mm wide band and a 10mm top height.This jewelry piece is offered in estate cond...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,480Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Aquamarine, Emerald & Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in New York, NY
This is an elegant Aquamarine, Emerald & Diamond ring studded in 18k White gold features a fine quality of Aquamarine 3.15 carats & Emerald 0.54 Carat with 28 Diamond 0.32 carats.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby, Sapphire and Emerald Cocktail Ring in 18k White Gold
By Bn Green Star
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Key Details: Stone: Colombian Emerald, Octagon Cut, 6.62 carats Ruby, Oval Cut, 2.20 carats Sapphire, Oval Cut, 2.64 carats Accent Stones: 127 Round Brilliant Diamonds, Total 1.04 c...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,044Sale Price / item|20% Off
0.60ct Emerald 0.32ct Diamond Cocktail Ring 18K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Item Code :- SER-2508 Gross Wt :- 2.58 gm 18k White Gold Wt :- 2.40 gm Natural Diamond Wt :- 0.32 ct ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Zambian Emerald Wt :- 0.60 ct Ri...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Diamond Emerald and Round Bypass Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Total of 10 stones. Handmade in 18k white gold. Ring size 6.
White Diamond, White Gold
0.65ct Emerald green wedding ring in 18k white gold.
Located in London, GB
0.65ct Emerald green wedding ring in 18k white gold. Natural Colombian green emerald vivid colour untreated, clear clarity in 18k white gold Hallmarked The ring can be resized Bo...
Emerald, White Gold
IGN Certified 2.10 Karat Emerald 18K White Gold White Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
IGN Certified 2.10 Carat Emerald 18 Carat 0.56 Carat White Diamonds 18K White Gold Ring.
White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Engagement Ring with Diamonds in 18K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Emerald ring in 18K Gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your creativity.
Emerald, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold 2.0ct Diamond and Emerald Ring MF43-050726
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
A dramatic 18K White Gold setting makes this luxury ring delightfully unexpected.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,640Sale Price|20% Off
18K White Yellow Gold Oval Emerald Diamond Ring
Located in Houston, TX
The ring is made in 18K white and yellow gold. It features a 3.05 carat oval shape emerald as the center stone.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Aquamarine & Diamond Ring - 18k Emerald Cut 2.66ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 1 1/2 sizes for $50 or Down 1 size for $50 Metal Content: 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Aquamarine Treatment: Heating Carat(s): 2.09ct Cut: E...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Emerald & Diamond Ring - 18k Round 1.12ctw Engagement
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 1 1/2 Sizes for $40 or Down 1 1/2 sizes for $35 Metal Content: 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Emerald Treatment: Oiling Carat(s): .82ct Cut: R...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$18,277Sale Price|20% Off
18K White Gold Emerald Sugarloaf Cabochon & Diamond Ring, France
Located in Vannes, FR
This breathtaking ring is adorned with a magnificent 6.720-carat emerald, cut in the shape of a sugar pine, capturing the light with exceptional brilliance. Framed by two diamonds of...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Zambian Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring, 4.95 Carat Emerald, 18K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
This striking 18K white gold ring showcases a 4.95-carat natural Zambian emerald at its center, framed by 1.26 carats of natural pear shape diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Ruby Sapphire Emerald Diamond Band Ring Estate
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Gorgeous 18K White Gold Ruby Sapphire Emerald Diamond Band Ring.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,200Sale Price|20% Off
Emerald and Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
By MOGULDIAM INC
Located in New York, NY
Emerald and diamond engagement ring in 18k white gold.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Pradera Jewels 18k White Gold Ring With Diamonds and Emeralds
By Pradera Irama
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
18k white gold ring with a total weight of 8.51 grams, diamonds with a total weight of 1.09 carats, and emeralds with a total weight of 6.50 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pradera Jewels 18k White Gold Ring With Diamonds and Emerald
By Pradera Irama
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
18k white gold ring with a total weight of 8.83 grams, diamonds with a total weight of 0.32 carats, and an emerald with a total weight of 13.31 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cushion Cut Natural Emerald & Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Custom Made Material: 18K White Gold Condition: New Emerald: 2.10ctw Diamond: 0.90ctw Clarity: VS1 Color: EF Ring Dimension: Size: 7.5 Width: 12.8 - 12.2mm Weight: 5.7grm Comes wi...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emerald 3 CTS & Diamond 2.5 CTS Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This stunning, designer-made Ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features an emerald and ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gorgeous 18k White Gold 2.04ctw Emerald Diamond Covered Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – 1 Natural Genuine Diamond - Emerald Cut - Prong Set - Technical Grade - 100% Eye Clean - G Color - I1 Clarity - 6.4x5.05mm - 1.04ct (exact) 100 Natural Genuine Diamond ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Green Emerald and Diamond Engagement Ring 18K White Gold 1.71Cttw
Located in New York, NY
Glistens and glows between double rows of round brilliant-cut diamonds in this classic and pristine estate jewel crafted in gleaming 18k white gold. Ring size 6.5. Side diamonds weig...
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Pear Zambian Emerald Gemstone Ring Diamond 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty of this natural pear emerald gemstone ring, accented with dazzling diamonds and meticulously crafted in 14 karat white gold.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emerald Cut Diamond & Emerald Art Deco Inspired Style 18k White Gold Unique Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
The gemstone radiates from within a sparkling halo of bright round brilliant cut diamonds punctuated east and west with two lines of French cut emeralds, leading to a slightly flared...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Stunning 0.34ct Emerald & Diamond Halo Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Vivid color, graceful sparkle. This 18K white gold ring showcases a central 0.20ct pear-shaped emerald in a rich green hue, encircled by 28 tapered natural diamonds (0.14ct total, G–...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Emerald Art Deco Two-Stone Ring - 18k Round
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $60 or Down 1 size for $40 Era: Art Deco Metal Content: 18k White Gold Stone Information Simulated Emeralds Treatment: Oiling Cut: Round S...
Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL 7.5ct Colombian Emerald & 1.5ct Diamond 18K White Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Seventy-five years hasn't dimmed this emerald's polish; the stone is cut as a smooth, high-domed cabochon rather than faceted, so it reads as a single unbroken plane of color instead...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Leaf Toi et Moi Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Leaf Toi et Moi Emerald and Diamond Ring Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
8.47Cts Emerald Cut Tanzanite 1.00Cts Diamond Ring 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in 18K white gold. Total Tanzanite weight: 8.47 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold 1.30ct Diamond and Emerald Ring MF27-050726
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This pieces 18K White Gold setting features a 3mm wide band and an 11mm top height.This jewelry piece is offered in estate condition and includes a gift box & gemstone report.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 3.10 Carat Emerald and Diamond 18k White Gold Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive emerald solitaire ring has been crafted in 18k white gold.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 18k White Gold 1.91ct Emerald 1.70ct Diamond Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage 18k white gold ring features a 1.91ct emerald as its centerpiece, surrounded by a halo of diamonds totaling 1.70ct with K color and SI1 clarity.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pear Shaped Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring 18k White Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
The perfect balance of vibrant color and sparkling brilliance makes this piece a standout. Crafted in luxurious 18k white gold, this ring is designed to enhance the beauty of the cen...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold
Pradera Jewels 18k White Gold Ring With Diamonds and Emerald
By Pradera Irama
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
18k white gold ring with a total weight of 8.61 grams, diamonds with a total weight of 1.43 carats, and an emerald with a total weight of 2.33 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
2.97 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald & Diamond Halo 18K White Gold Vintage-Style Ring
Located in Miami, FL
2.97 Carat Square Emerald Cut Emerald and Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Halo 18K White Gold Vintage-Style Ring.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold 4.76ctw Natural Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18k White Gold 4.76ctw Natural Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band Ring Style: 18k White Gold Natural Emerald Cut Diamond Channel-Set Eternity Band Material: 18k White Gold Gemstone D...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.20ct Emerald diamond IGI engagement ring in 18k white gold.
Located in London, GB
1.20ct Emerald diamond IGI engagement ring in 18k white gold.
Emerald, White Gold
Spectrum 18K White Gold Emerald-Cut Natural Emerald and Diamond Accent Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Artfully crafted in 18K solid white gold, this ring offers a polished, sleek foundation that perfectly balances the emerald’s intense green tones with the icy, clean sparkle of the a...
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$3,501Sale Price / item|20% Off
Spectrum 18K White Gold Emerald-Cut Natural Emerald and Diamond Statement Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Artfully crafted in 18K solid white gold, this ring provides a polished, mirror-like foundation that heightens the depth of the emeralds and the icy clarity of the diamonds.
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Spectrum 18K White Gold Emerald-Cut Emerald and Diamond Halo Statement Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Its timeless, sophisticated design makes it an ideal choice for those seeking a beautiful piece for engagements, anniversaries, or an elevated jewelry collection. Design Style: Eme...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
11.75 ctw 21st Century Emerald & Diamond 18K White Gold Ring
Located in Tysons, VA
Elegant 21st Century 18k White Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring. This striking ring is crafted in 18k white gold.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold 2.70ct Diamond and Emerald Ring MF07-020626
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Its surrounded by Diamond accents totaling 2.70 carats, which provide this piece with plenty of sparkle. Crafted from 18K White Gold, it features a 3mm wide band and a 15mm top heigh...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$7,600Sale Price|20% Off
1.43-Carat Emerald-Cut Emerald and Diamond 18K White Gold Ring - Tamir Jewelry
By Tamir
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Detailed Specifications Gemstone: Natural Emerald (Vivid Green) Carat Weight: 1.43 carats Cut: Emerald Cut (Step Cut) Accent Stones: 0.63 TCW Round Brilliant Diamonds (F-G Color, VS ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Magnificent 2.77ct Emerald & Diamond Masterpiece Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Make a statement of pure elegance with this breathtaking designer ring, crafted in 18K white gold. Featuring two radiant oval-cut emeralds totaling 10.26ct, their lush green hue is f...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Classic Emerald Halo Ring with Diamonds in 18K White Gold
By Zenith Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
The centerpiece is beautifully surrounded by a halo of brilliant-cut diamonds that enhance its luminosity and create an elegant, timeless profile. Crafted in polished 18K white gold,...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emerald & Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Exquisite and timeless, this remarkable piece features a stunning 6.47-carat green emerald as its centerpiece. The emerald's deep, vibrant hue is perfectly complemented by an elegant...
Diamond, Emerald
Set in 18K White Gold, natural Zambian Emerald & Diamonds Bridal Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Emerald Engagement Bridal Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Spectrum 18K White Gold Emerald-Cut Emerald and Mixed-Shape Diamond Halo Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
The center stone is beautifully framed by a mixed-shape halo featuring both round brilliant-cut and baguette-cut diamonds totaling 0.58 carats, creating a sharp, structural brillianc...
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
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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