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Estate 3 Carat Gold Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Estate 3 Carat Gold Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring

Estate 3 Carat Gold Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

A striking vintage estate cocktail ring, crafted in 14K white gold and showcasing a bold

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum, Gold

4 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald and Diamond Platinum Ring Estate
4 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald and Diamond Platinum Ring Estate

4 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald and Diamond Platinum Ring Estate

Located in New York, NY

A classic, Cocktail ring 4.0 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring, with no color enhancement

Category

Early 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

7.36 Carat Emerald and Brilliant-Cut Diamond Gold Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
7.36 Carat Emerald and Brilliant-Cut Diamond Gold Ring Estate Fine Jewelry

7.36 Carat Emerald and Brilliant-Cut Diamond Gold Ring Estate Fine Jewelry

Located in Montreal, QC

Simply Beautiful! Emerald and Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring. Centering a 7.36 Carat Zambian Emerald

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

5.5 Carat Turquoise Diamond Emerald Ruby Gold Cocktail Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
5.5 Carat Turquoise Diamond Emerald Ruby Gold Cocktail Ring Estate Fine Jewelry

5.5 Carat Turquoise Diamond Emerald Ruby Gold Cocktail Ring Estate Fine Jewelry

Located in Montreal, QC

Fabulous and Stylish Turquoise Diamond Emerald Ruby and Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring. Center securely

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style 2.94 Carat Old European Cut Diamond and Emerald Bombè Ring
Art Deco Style 2.94 Carat Old European Cut Diamond and Emerald Bombè Ring

Art Deco Style 2.94 Carat Old European Cut Diamond and Emerald Bombè Ring

By Belrose Estate Jewelers

Located in Santa Barbara, CA

Emeralds 0.75 carats total Ring Size: 7, sizing available Rise Above Finger: 10mm Ring Face: 19mm T x

Category

2010s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

9.51 Carat Emerald GIA and Diamond Pave Platinum Dome Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
9.51 Carat Emerald GIA and Diamond Pave Platinum Dome Ring Estate Fine Jewelry

9.51 Carat Emerald GIA and Diamond Pave Platinum Dome Ring Estate Fine Jewelry

Located in Montreal, QC

Simply Fabulous! Emerald and Diamond Dome Cocktail Ring, centering a securely nestled 9.51 Carat

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Estate Platinum Natural Colombian Emerald and Diamonds Solitaire Ring
Estate Platinum Natural Colombian Emerald and Diamonds Solitaire Ring

Estate Platinum Natural Colombian Emerald and Diamonds Solitaire Ring

Located in US

Mounting Is Custom Made of Solid Platinum Center Fine Natural Colombian Emerald 1.85 Carat Vivid

Category

Late 20th Century American Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Vintage Ring 14k Gold Emerald Cocktail Estate Jewelry
Vintage Ring 14k Gold Emerald Cocktail Estate Jewelry

Vintage Ring 14k Gold Emerald Cocktail Estate Jewelry

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A whimsical vintage ring made of 14 karat yellow gold featuring cabochon emerald. The

Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Estate Colombian Emerald Diamond Onyx Gold Cocktail Ring
Estate Colombian Emerald Diamond Onyx Gold Cocktail Ring

Estate Colombian Emerald Diamond Onyx Gold Cocktail Ring

Located in Napoli, NA

A beautiful Cocktail t18k white Gold ring, featuring a 2.10 carat Natural Vivid Green Colombian

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold

3 Carat Emerald Cut Blue Topaz and Diamond Vintage Cocktail Ring Estate
3 Carat Emerald Cut Blue Topaz and Diamond Vintage Cocktail Ring Estate

3 Carat Emerald Cut Blue Topaz and Diamond Vintage Cocktail Ring Estate

Located in Montreal, QC

Simply Beautiful! 3 Carat Emerald Cut Blue Topaz and Diamond Vintage Cocktail Ring Estate Fine

Category

Late 20th Century Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Estate Platinum Emerald Cut Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Estate Platinum Emerald Cut Sapphire and Diamond Ring

Estate Platinum Emerald Cut Sapphire and Diamond Ring

Located in New York, NY

Platinum Diamond: 0.74 ct twd Sapphire: 2.45ct twd Total Weight: 5.9 grams Ring Size: 6

Category

20th Century More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Emerald and Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Vintage Estate Ring
Emerald and Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Vintage Estate Ring

Emerald and Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Vintage Estate Ring

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

14K yellow gold ring with natural diamonds and natural mined emeralds on merged side gold band

Category

Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

Estate Platinum Diamond and Emerald Engagement Ring
Estate Platinum Diamond and Emerald Engagement Ring

Estate Platinum Diamond and Emerald Engagement Ring

Located in Narberth, PA

A stunning Estate emerald and diamond ring! This incredible ring is made of platinum and has a

Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Platinum

Fine Estate Fine 4.90 Carat Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring
Fine Estate Fine 4.90 Carat Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring

Fine Estate Fine 4.90 Carat Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring

Located in US

Fine Colombian emerald diamond engagement estate ring. Fine oval AAA natural Colombian oval

Category

Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold

Estate Natural Green Emerald and Diamond East West Ring
Estate Natural Green Emerald and Diamond East West Ring

Estate Natural Green Emerald and Diamond East West Ring

Located in Denver, CO

Estate ring accented with twelve round diamonds, six on each side, totaling approximately 0.21 carat. Set

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Green Tourmaline Ring
Vintage Green Tourmaline Ring

Vintage Green Tourmaline Ring

By Estate Jewelry

Located in Derby, NY

Vintage Green Tourmaline Ring The centerpiece of this ring is a gorgeous emerald cut, 5.3 carat

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern More Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold

Bvlgari 4.59cts Emerald Diamond Platinum Estate Pinky Bulgari Cocktail Ring
Bvlgari 4.59cts Emerald Diamond Platinum Estate Pinky Bulgari Cocktail Ring

Bvlgari 4.59cts Emerald Diamond Platinum Estate Pinky Bulgari Cocktail Ring

By Bulgari

Located in Miami, FL

Rare Bvlgari emerald ring, which can be the perfect pinky ring for a gentleman or the modern

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Estate 1940s Platinum AGL Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring - VEG#81b
Estate 1940s Platinum AGL Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring - VEG#81b

Estate 1940s Platinum AGL Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring - VEG#81b

Located in Hicksville, NY

Estate 1940s Platinum AGL Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring - VEG#81b Item Details: Year: 1940s

Category

Vintage 1940s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Estate Platinum Cabochon Green & Australian Opal Emerald Cocktail Ring 20.52ctw
Estate Platinum Cabochon Green & Australian Opal Emerald Cocktail Ring 20.52ctw

Estate Platinum Cabochon Green & Australian Opal Emerald Cocktail Ring 20.52ctw

Located in Winter Springs, FL

A highly individual and expertly composed ring executed in platinum, centered by a richly

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Opal, Platinum

9 Ct Cushion Colombian Emerald & Diamond 2.5 Ct Ring Platinum Ring, Estate
9 Ct Cushion Colombian Emerald & Diamond 2.5 Ct Ring Platinum Ring, Estate

9 Ct Cushion Colombian Emerald & Diamond 2.5 Ct Ring Platinum Ring, Estate

Located in New York, NY

, Estate, Unisex Large 9 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring, with no color enhancement. Platinum 20

Category

Vintage 1980s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

Estate 18K Pear Cabochon Emerald Baguette Round Diamond Cocktail Ring
Estate 18K Pear Cabochon Emerald Baguette Round Diamond Cocktail Ring

Estate 18K Pear Cabochon Emerald Baguette Round Diamond Cocktail Ring

Located in Winter Springs, FL

A bold estate ring crafted in 18K yellow gold, centered by two pear-shaped cabochon natural

Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Vintage Platinum Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Emerald Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Vintage Platinum Ring Estate Fine Jewelry

Emerald Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Vintage Platinum Ring Estate Fine Jewelry

Located in Montreal, QC

Beautiful finely detailed Emerald-cut Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring. Center securely

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Emerald and Rubies 18 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Estate Ring
Emerald and Rubies 18 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Estate Ring

Emerald and Rubies 18 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Estate Ring

Located in Cattolica, IT

This elegant ring is centered with an intense green Emerald that weighs ct 3.39. The central stone

Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Hearts Emerald Diamond Vous et Moi Gold Ring
Estate Hearts Emerald Diamond Vous et Moi Gold Ring

Estate Hearts Emerald Diamond Vous et Moi Gold Ring

Located in Napoli, NA

Beautiful and unique 18k white gold 'Vous et Moi' ring set with a Beautiful heart cut fine

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Estate Coral Diamond Emerald Gold Dolphin Ring
Estate Coral Diamond Emerald Gold Dolphin Ring

Estate Coral Diamond Emerald Gold Dolphin Ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Yes, it’s a dolphin! This intricately designed ring was made with every attention to detail. A deep

Category

20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Diamond and Emerald Estate Cocktail Engagement Ring
14K Yellow Gold Diamond and Emerald Estate Cocktail Engagement Ring

14K Yellow Gold Diamond and Emerald Estate Cocktail Engagement Ring

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

14k yellow gold natural mined diamond and emerald ring. Large central oval with intricate ribbon

Category

Late 20th Century American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

BVLGARI Estate 18K Emerald & Diamond "Serpenti Seduttori" Ring
BVLGARI Estate 18K Emerald & Diamond "Serpenti Seduttori" Ring

BVLGARI Estate 18K Emerald & Diamond "Serpenti Seduttori" Ring

By Bulgari

Located in Narberth, PA

A jaw-dropping ring by designer, Bvlgari! Crafted in 18k white gold, this piece is known as the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Fashion Rings

Estate Emerald and Diamond Wide Pavé Dome Ring in Platinum
Estate Emerald and Diamond Wide Pavé Dome Ring in Platinum

Estate Emerald and Diamond Wide Pavé Dome Ring in Platinum

Located in La Jolla, CA

Emerald and Diamond Pavé Dome Ring in Platinum Emerald and Diamond Pavé Dome Ring features 22

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Estate 18k Emerald and Diamond Three Stone Ring
Estate 18k Emerald and Diamond Three Stone Ring

Estate 18k Emerald and Diamond Three Stone Ring

Located in Narberth, PA

A fantastic emerald and diamond ring! Crafted in 18k vibrant yellow gold, this ring features a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.83 Carat Natural Emerald & Diamond Estate Cocktail Ring Made in Platinum
1.83 Carat Natural Emerald & Diamond Estate Cocktail Ring Made in Platinum

1.83 Carat Natural Emerald & Diamond Estate Cocktail Ring Made in Platinum

Located in Tokyo, JP

A stunning ring featuring a 1.83 Carat Natural Emerald and 0.69 Carats of Diamond Accents set in

Category

20th Century Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Estate 1930s Retro 50 Carat Emerald Cut Aquamarine Cocktail Ring
Estate 1930s Retro 50 Carat Emerald Cut Aquamarine Cocktail Ring

Estate 1930s Retro 50 Carat Emerald Cut Aquamarine Cocktail Ring

Located in Santa Barbara, CA

This authentic late Art Deco cocktail ring showcases a monumental 50 carat emerald-cut aquamarine

Category

Vintage 1930s Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate 14k Yellow Gold 2.25 Carat Diamond Emerald Ring Cluster Cocktail Ring
Estate 14k Yellow Gold 2.25 Carat Diamond Emerald Ring Cluster Cocktail Ring

Estate 14k Yellow Gold 2.25 Carat Diamond Emerald Ring Cluster Cocktail Ring

By VR Jewels

Located in New York, NY

Estate Diamond Emerald Cluster Cocktail Ring in 14K Gold featuring natural emerald of 2.25 carats

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Vintage Emerald and Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
Estate Vintage Emerald and Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold

Estate Vintage Emerald and Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold

Located in Wailea, HI

Estate Vintage Emerald and Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold Introducing our Estate Vintage Emerald

Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Band 1.14 TDW Engagement
Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Band 1.14 TDW Engagement

Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Band 1.14 TDW Engagement

By Estate Jewelry

Located in East Brunswick, NJ

This gorgeous Vintage elegant ring is finely crafted in solid 14K White Gold and set with white and

Category

20th Century Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Retro Estate 14K Yellow Gold Pearl and Emerald Snake Ring
Retro Estate 14K Yellow Gold Pearl and Emerald Snake Ring

Retro Estate 14K Yellow Gold Pearl and Emerald Snake Ring

Located in Great Neck, NY

Beautiful Retro Estate 14K Yellow Gold Pearl and Emerald Snake Ring. This beautiful ring is crafted

Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Retro Band Rings

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Estate 18KT Yellow Gold David Yurman Modern Renaissance Emerald & Diamond Ring
Estate 18KT Yellow Gold David Yurman Modern Renaissance Emerald & Diamond Ring

Estate 18KT Yellow Gold David Yurman Modern Renaissance Emerald & Diamond Ring

By David Yurman

Located in New York, NY

: 7.5 Weight: 7.16 Grams Style: Emerald & Diamond Ring Condition: Estate – Very Good Sizable upon

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Platinum Emerald Diamond Sapphire Serpent Snake Cocktail Ring Sz 7.5
Estate Platinum Emerald Diamond Sapphire Serpent Snake Cocktail Ring Sz 7.5

Estate Platinum Emerald Diamond Sapphire Serpent Snake Cocktail Ring Sz 7.5

Located in Winter Springs, FL

A finely executed serpent ring in platinum, centered on a stylized snake head set with a vivid pear

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum

Antique Victorian Emerald and Solitaire Diamond Ring in Platinum Estate
Antique Victorian Emerald and Solitaire Diamond Ring in Platinum Estate

Antique Victorian Emerald and Solitaire Diamond Ring in Platinum Estate

Located in New York, NY

Antique Victorian Emerald & Solitaire Diamond Ring In Platinum Estate Size 5 Old Treasure

Category

Early 20th Century Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Diamond Ring Vintage 14K White Gold .97 TDW Engagement Wedding
Diamond Ring Vintage 14K White Gold .97 TDW Engagement Wedding

Diamond Ring Vintage 14K White Gold .97 TDW Engagement Wedding

By Estate Jewelry

Located in East Brunswick, NJ

This estate ring would make a marvelous engagement ring or wedding ring. The center emerald cut

Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Estate 1.21 Ct Emerald Cut Diamond G VVS1 Diamond Ring
Estate 1.21 Ct Emerald Cut Diamond G VVS1 Diamond Ring

Estate 1.21 Ct Emerald Cut Diamond G VVS1 Diamond Ring

Located in Napoli, IT

This contemporary, classy style, Diamond solitaire ring has been totally hand crafted of solid 18

Category

Late 20th Century European Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Estate 18K Emerald Cut Sapphire Tapered Baguette Diamond Cocktail Ring 4.60ctw
Estate 18K Emerald Cut Sapphire Tapered Baguette Diamond Cocktail Ring 4.60ctw

Estate 18K Emerald Cut Sapphire Tapered Baguette Diamond Cocktail Ring 4.60ctw

Located in Winter Springs, FL

saturated 1.60 carat emerald-cut natural blue sapphire displaying a deep, even royal blue tone. The sapphire

Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Toi & Moi Platinum Ring 2.15ct, Pear Diamond & Emerald, Estate Sultan Oman
Toi & Moi Platinum Ring 2.15ct, Pear Diamond & Emerald, Estate Sultan Oman

Toi & Moi Platinum Ring 2.15ct, Pear Diamond & Emerald, Estate Sultan Oman

Located in Antwerp, BE

Emerald from Estate His Majesty Sultan Qaboos Bin Said of Oman. One of a kind Platinum Ring made on

Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Artisan Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Diamond Pink Kunzite Ring 14K Gold Band Cocktail
Diamond Pink Kunzite Ring 14K Gold Band Cocktail

Diamond Pink Kunzite Ring 14K Gold Band Cocktail

By Estate Jewelry

Located in East Brunswick, NJ

This gorgeous estate ring is finely crafted in solid 14K gold and set with genuine Pink Kunzite and

Category

Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Kunzite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Emerald Estate Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact emerald estate ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Platinum — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 231 vintage editions and 111 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for an emerald estate ring may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but 1 Carat and 1.5 Carat versions are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic emerald estate ring over the years, but those made by Emeralds Maravellous, Tiffany & Co. and Birks are often thought to be among the most beautiful. While most can agree that any emerald estate ring from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 246 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for an emerald cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and oval cut alternatives. When shopping for an emerald estate ring, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Emerald Estate Ring?

On average, an emerald estate ring at 1stDibs sells for $4,118, while they’re typically $292 on the low end and $259,200 for the highest priced versions of this item.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

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 ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Finding the Right Rings for You

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 ringsvintage 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.