1920s German Ring Sapphire solid 14K Rose Gold Ø 7.25 US/1.7gr
Located in SE
Antique German Ring in Rose Gold featuring old cushion cut natural Sapphire 4 mm x 3 mm / ca 0.2 ct .
Vintage 1910s German Art Deco Cluster Rings
Sapphire, 14k Gold
1920s German Ring Sapphire solid 14K Rose Gold Ø 7.25 US/1.7gr
Located in SE
Antique German Ring in Rose Gold featuring old cushion cut natural Sapphire 4 mm x 3 mm / ca 0.2 ct .
Sapphire, 14k Gold
18 Karat Gold Channel Set Emerald Baguette Diamond Linear Pendant Necklace
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
The delicateness of the graded baguette-cut emeralds channel set in the no-prong 18k yellow gold box setting leveled up by the diamond cluster on either side beautifies the pendant.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
1903 Russian Earrings Sapphire Ruby Emerald Diamonds 56 Gold / 5 gr
Located in SE
Dome shaped crowns : Ø 14.5 mm x 6 mm deep 2 natural Sapphires Ø 3mm x 2.5mm deep / ca.0.2 ct each / total ca. 0.4 ctw 16 Rubies, princess cut : 2mm x 2mm x 1.5mm deep / ca.0.1 ct...
Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver
1940 Swedish Ring natural 5ct Heliodor Beryl solid 18K Gold ØUS 6.75 /6gr
Located in SE
WEIGHT OF THE STONES The cuts of the stones that you may see on many of the older jewelry items are usually of older mine or European and because of their deeper culets, off-round s...
Beryl, 18k Gold
1980s Cultured Pearl Diamond Sapphire Emerald Ruby and Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Each of the gemstone beads is flanked on either side by a 14k white gold rondelle, each accented with seven tension set eight-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, ...
18 Karat Gold Channel Set Emerald Baguette Diamond Linear Huggie Hoop Earrings
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
The delicateness of the baguette cut emeralds leveled up by the diamond cluster on either side beautifies the earring.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Pendant 50ct Emerald 1.32ctw Diamonds solid 18K Yellow Gold / 16 gr
Located in SE
This is a very attractive golden pendant with a huge natural Emerald surrounded by Diamonds. Emerald measures 24 mm x 20 mm x 14 mm deep / ca. 50 ct .
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Important 6.15Ct Unheated Kashmir Sapphire Ring AGL SSEF Gubelin Bulgari Signed
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
The sapphire is elegantly mounted in a signed Bulgari platinum ring, accented by emerald-cut diamond side stones that frame the center gemstone while maintaining a timeless and sophi...
Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage stud Halo Earrings natural Emeralds Diamonds solid 18K Gold / 1.3 gr
Located in SE
A pair of vintage small halo stud earrings featuring natural Emeralds 4mm x 2.5mm / ca. 0.15ct each and 12 diamond cut diamonds 1mm /0.005 ct each set in White gold clusters.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
22.36ct Zambian Emerald 13.8ct SI/H Diamond Choker Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Diera, AE
Pear-shaped Zambian emeralds punctuate a diamond line at graduated intervals, each emerald framed by a fan of smaller pear-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Antique Pendant Necklace natural 1ct. Emerald Diamonds solid 18K Gold / 8.3 gr
Located in SE
Emerald with natural inclusions and flaws visual under x 10 magnification.Multiple rose cut Diamonds with biggest Ø 2.5 mm /ca. 0.08ct.total weight of diamonds ca. 1ctw.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique German Halo Pendant 1.2ct Emerald 0.4 ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold/ 1.7gr
Located in SE
Very attractive German or Danish pendant with halo composed of natural Emerald surrounded with Diamonds in tested solid 18K Orange Gold frame.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Egyptian Revival Scarab Brooch 1ctw Ruby 1ctw Emeralds 0.56 ctw Diamonds /7.6gr
Located in SE
Total weight of Rubies here: ca. 1.8ct Largest old diamond cut Emerald Ø 4.5 mm / ca. 0.45 ct. Twelve minors of the same cut and slightly gradual diameters, average ca.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Silver, Gold-filled
Vintage Halo Earrings natural 1 ctw Emeralds 0.5 ctw Diamonds solid 18K / 3.3 gr
Located in SE
Color is vivid Green, both show internal structures typical for naturals. Each Emerald is surrounded with 10 old European cut Diamonds Ø 1.75 mm / ca. 0.025 ct. each.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Vintage Emerald and Diamond 9 Carat Yellow Gold Open Work Drop Pendant and Chain
Located in London, GB
The pendant features an elegant open work drop design with two slender gold arms tapering down to 5 vibrant round emeralds, claw set in a graceful arc shape. Just above them, a spark...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.66 Carat Vivid Green Minor Oil Muzo Mine Colombian Emerald Floating Necklace
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
They are formally descried as “Muzo Green” (*) and commonly known in the trade as “Old Mine” emeralds. ______________________________ Side Stone Details: ✔ 38 princess cut diamond...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Hope Love Heart Locket Pendant 82 Diamond Sapphire Ruby Emerald 14K Gold
Located in SE
Antique British or American Pendant / Locket in solid 14K Gold , ca. late 19th - early 20th century with openwork raised socket HOPE combination decorated with Diamonds, Sapphires, R...
Sapphire, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver
Nordic Dangle Earrings 9.5 ctw Emerald solid 18K Gold /3.4gr
Located in SE
WEIGHT OF THE STONES The cuts of the stones that you may see on many of the older jewelry items are usually of older mine or European and because of their deeper culets, off-round s...
Emerald, 18k Gold
Vintage European stud Earrings Sapphire Emerald Ruby solid 18K Gold / 6.1 gr
Located in SE
A pair of fine Three Stones studs from ca. 1960s -1970s in solid 18K Yellow featuring old diamond cut natural Blue Sapphires, Green Emeralds, and Red Rubies Ø x 2.5 mm each / ca. 0.1...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique European Earrings Pearls Emeralds solid 18K Gold / 4.3 gr
Located in SE
WEIGHT OF THE STONES The cuts of the stones that you may see on many of the older jewelry items are usually of older mine or European and because of their deeper culets, off-round s...
Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique Austrian Set natural 12 ctw. Emerald Seed Pearls Gilt Silver / 55.7gr
Located in SE
Rare 1920 -1930s Renaissance Revival Austrian Gilt Silver 4 piece Jewelery Set comprised of matching Necklace, Earrings, Ring and Brooch. Combination of Gilt Silver, natural Emeralds...
Pearl, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
14k Gold Triple Gem Fish Pendant with Turquoise, Diamond & Pink Sapphire
By Jen Proudman Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Triple Gem Fish Turquoise, Diamond, Pink Sapphire & 14k Gold Double-sided carved fish with a 2mm round gold bezeled diamond eye on one side and a 2mm gold bezeled pink sapphire eye...
Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, 14k Gold
14K Gold Chain Necklace with Pink Tourmaline and Diamond Pendant
Located in Nantucket, MA
An elegant 14K gold chain necklace featuring an emerald cut center pendant with four round, brilliant cut diamonds on all four sides set in 14K gold.
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
GIA Certified 0.30 Carat N Colour VS1 Clarity Diamond
Located in บางรัก, TH
Emerald cut diamonds are often favored in more vintage or contemporary settings, especially for engagement rings, due to their timeless appeal and understated elegance.
Diamond
Hungarian 29.50 Carat Aquamarine and Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The substantial pierced decorated, rectangular frame displays a stunning feature bezel set 29.50Ct emerald cut aquamarine. The upper portion of the pendant is further accented by th...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$17,600Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 2tcw Round-Cut Diamond Halo Drop Dangle Earrings in 18K White Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Product Details: Total Carat Weight: 2.00tcw (1ct per earring) Main Diamonds: Natural Round-Cut, VS Clarity, G Color Side Stones: Natural Round Pavé Diamonds in Halo Setting: Halo...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.06 Carat Light Pink SI2 Clarity Diamond
Located in บางรัก, TH
Our Octagonal Shape Diamond is a unique and elegant diamond cut with eight sides, resembling an octagon.
Diamond
Collar Necklace of 18K Gold Openwork Plaque Links Set w Diamonds & "Big 3" Gems
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Amazing workmanship! The nine diamonds are all brilliant cut rounds pavé-set in little white gold square plates.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18...
18 Karat Gold Nine Precious Gems Statement Handcrafted Bracelet with Enamel Work
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
The perfectly shaped emerald cut cabochon nine gems are aesthetically held in the solid gold bezel art-deco setting exemplified by the mix fancy shape polki diamond cluster covering ...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Cat’s Eye...
1950's Multi-Gem 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Dearest Locket Heart Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed and a disk shaped pendant with fluted center texture and grooved bamboo style frame Featuring two hinged heart shaped locket appliqués on either side of row of prong set gem...
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Opal & Multi Gemstone Antique Style Angel Wings 18K White Gold Pin Brooch
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Centered with an approx. 4.51 carat Ethiopian opal with the wings on both side. Each wing features scrolling detail and is decorated with French cut blue sapphire, vibrant green hue ...
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
4.83 Carat Square Octagon Aquamarine Cadillac Diamond Platinum Drop Earrings
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Details Creator: Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills Metal: Platinum Gemstones: Aquamarines Aquamarine Weight: 4.83 carats total weight Cut: Square Octagon Cut Side Diamonds: Cadillac shap...
Aquamarine, Beryl, Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Platinum
Diamond Stud Earrings 14k White Gold Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The size and quality of the gemstones is what makes these earrings stand out. Radiant cut diamonds combine the elegance of the emerald cut with the sparkle of the round brilliant cut.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Gold Channel Set Pink Tourmaline Baguette Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
The delicateness of the graded cut pink tourmaline baguette channel set in the no-prong 18K yellow gold box setting leveled up by the diamond cluster on either side beautifies the pe...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,198Sale Price|20% Off
CRIERI Riviera Bracelet In 18Kt White Gold With 1.52 Cwt Vivid Red Rubies
Located in Miami, FL
While classic white diamonds are the cornerstone, their pieces also feature rare Colombian emeralds, rubies, and sapphires.
Ruby, Gold, White Gold, Rhodium, 18k Gold
$3,988Sale Price|20% Off
CRIERI Riviera Bracelet In 18Kt White Gold With 3.84 Cwt Vivid Red Rubies
Located in Miami, FL
While classic white diamonds are the cornerstone, their pieces also feature rare Colombian emeralds, rubies, and sapphires.
Ruby, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Negligee Necklace natural 3.55ctw Aquamarines solid 14K Gold/ 47cm/5.2gr
Located in SE
Two diamond cut Ø 2.5 x 1.5 mm deep / ca.0.08ct each.
Aquamarine, 14k Gold
A Vintage Emerald-cut Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
This ring features a gorgeous central emerald-cut diamond which scintillates beautifully, flanked on either side by two graduating baguette-cut diamonds which add further sparkle.
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian Emerald and Diamond Plaque Ring
Located in London, GB
A turn of the century emerald and diamond plaque dress ring, the central emerald estimated to weigh 0.35 carat, vertically set with 4 old brilliant cut diamonds on the top, bottom an...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco emerald and diamond ring, the square-cut emerald estimated to weigh 1.7 carats, accompanied by GCS Report stating to be of Colombian origin, vertically-set between two ol...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Early Victorian Ruby, Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
An early Victorian ruby, emerald and diamond ring, to the centre two old brilliant-cut diamonds estimated to weigh 0.5 carats in total, set between an emerald estimated to weigh 0.3...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver
An important Colombian emerald and diamond cluster ring
Located in London, GB
The trapeze-cut diamonds either side of the emerald offer an element of the unusual to the surrounding diamond cluster and make for a truly stylish ring.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Victorian Emerald and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
A Victorian emerald and diamond three-stone ring, the cushion-shape faceted emerald, weighing 1.88 carats, set between two round old European-cut diamonds weighing 2.30 carats in tot...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
An Art Deco emerald and diamond bombe cluster ring
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco Colombian emerald and diamond bombe cluster ring, the oval shaped sugarloaf-cut emerald weighing 5.62 carats accompanied by GCS report stating to be of Colombian origin, ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Ballerina Style 4.32 Carat Natural Emerald and Diamonds Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Jewel Details: Center- 4.32 Carat Oval Cut Natural Green Emerald Surrounds: 36 Diamonds, Baguette Cut, 1.51 Carat Total Diamond Weight E-G VS Side: 2 Diamonds, Baguette cut, 0.26 C...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.54 Carat Emerald Cut Blue Sapphire Trapezoid Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Details Center Stone: Blue Sapphire Carat Weight: 3.54 Carats Cut: Emerald Cut Accent Stones: Trapezoid Diamonds Diamond Weight: 0.95 Carats Total Diamond Quality: F Color, VS Clarit...
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Emerald...
1930s French Platinum Art Deco Emerald Diamond "You and Me" Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
On both sides, on the departure of the ring is set a line of diamonds 8/8 cut.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$2,000Sale Price|20% Off
5.2 Carat Green Tourmaline & .15 Carat Diamond Cocktail Ring 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
5.2 Carat Emerald cut Green Tourmaline & 0.15 Carat Diamond Cocktail Ring 14 Karat White Gold Estate This spectacular Cocktail ring consisting of a single Emerald cut Green ...
Diamond, Tourmaline, White Gold, 14k 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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