Marquise 0.85 Carat Diamond Bridal Chevron Ring Set 18K White Gold Wedding Ring
Located in Deira, AE
The pairing of a sculpted solitaire ring and diamond-set contour band creates visual harmony, balancing clean lines with subtle brilliance.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rainbow Sapphire and Diamond Ring, 14K Yellow Gold, 3.17ct, 0.67ct
Located in jaipur, IN
The warm glow of gold enhances the gemstone’s soft, ocean-like hue, making this ring a timeless piece — perfect for special occasions or as a unique engagement and wedding ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
$2,540Sale Price / item|20% Off
Art Deco 3.25 CTW Big Aquamarine and Diamond Cocktail Ring 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This is a perfect Aquamarine Diamond Ring. It can be a Best Friend Gift, Bridal Shower Gift, Wedding Gift, Gift For Sister, Mother Daughter Gift, Bride To Be Gift, Bridesmaid Gift, E...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sterling Silver 1/2 Ctw Diamond Halo and Milgrain Engagement Ring Bridal Set
Located in New York, NY
The complementary wedding band mirrors this romantic design, featuring pave-set diamonds with fine milgrain edging, harmonizing splendidly with the engagement ring.
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
$3,100Sale Price|26% Off
1.51 Carat Round Diamond 3-Stone Cluster Engagement Wedding 14 White Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
A Timeless Important Estate Vintage 14k White Gold (stamped) Engagement Wedding Ring with Gemologic Certified Round Brilliant Diamonds in G color VS clarity (Near COLORLESS and very ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified White Gold 2.01ct Cushion Diamond Halo Wedding Ring Set 3.11ctw
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Both wedding bands have been permanently fused to the engagement ring, creating one unified three-ring bridal set.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Wedding Engagement Band Stack Ring Size 5.2
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning Antique Art Deco Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Wedding Engagement Band Ring or Stacking Ring. The gorgeous ring has three sparking white Old Mine Cut Diamonds set i...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Type A Jade 30 Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold Wedding Engagement
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning antique estate ring with five superb natural Type A Jadeite Jade Cabochons which are accented by 30 sparkling Old Mine Cut White Diamonds set in a beautiful step d...
Jade, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rainbow Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 14K Yellow Gold, 6.26ct & 0.84ct
Located in jaipur, IN
The warm glow of gold enhances the gemstone’s soft, ocean-like hue, making this ring a timeless piece — perfect for special occasions or as a unique engagement and wedding ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Rainbow Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 14K Yellow Gold, 8.61ct, New
Located in jaipur, IN
The warm glow of gold enhances the gemstone’s soft, ocean-like hue, making this ring a timeless piece — perfect for special occasions or as a unique engagement and wedding ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Rainbow Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 14K Yellow Gold, 4.36ct & 0.21ct
Located in jaipur, IN
The warm glow of gold enhances the gemstone’s soft, ocean-like hue, making this ring a timeless piece — perfect for special occasions or as a unique engagement and wedding ring.
Sapphire, Diamond, 14k Gold
$8,000Sale Price|20% Off
Beauvince Ripples Engagement Ring Bridal Set in White Gold
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
The Ripples engagement and wedding set is perfect for anyone who wants a beautifully designed perfectly matched set that is full or fire and brilliance.
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Art Deco GIA 5.07ct Old European Diamond Engagement Wedding 18K White Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
A Breathtaking late Art Deco Vintage HANDMADE 18K White Gold (stamped) Engagement ring dazzles GIA certified 4.01ct Old European center diamond in M color I1 clarity; with measuremen...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Diamond and White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A great engagement ring option, as well as a wedding ring option.
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Opal 8 Old Mine Cut Diamond Halo Wedding Engagement Ring 14K Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is one of the most beautiful Antique Victorian to Art Deco Opal and Old Mine Cut Diamond Halo Flower Rings we have seen. The ring is 14 Karat Yellow Gold. The extraordinary ro...
Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
$100Sale Price / item|50% Off
Authentic Oval Cut Natural Citrine and CZ Halo Ring Gift for Mom in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
Authentic Oval Cut Natural Citrine and CZ Halo Wedding Ring in 925 Solid Sterling Silver. You shall need these statement ring to make a statement with your look.
Citrine, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
2.00 carat Diamond & Sapphire 18k White Gold Wedding Ring Set Size 7.25
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
18k white gold diamond engagement ring and matching wedding band. A pear brilliant cut diamond is prong set in a contemporary style engagement setting.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,600Sale Price|20% Off
Eternity diamond ring 14KT gold bubble circular diamond ring 1.86ct
Located in Jupiter, FL
Eternity diamond ring with hand milgrain design in 14KT whtie gold, stunning wedding band that goes well with lots of engagement rings.
3 Stone Diamond Ring .85ct Round Brilliant Wedding Ring Set 14K Brand New
Located in Dearborn, MI
Brand New 3 Stone Diamond Ring with Side Diamonds .85ct Round Brilliant Wedding Ring Set 14K White Gold Featuring a .32ct Genuine Round Brilliant Cut Natural Mined Diamond Center ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Neil Lane Diamond All-In-One Halo Engagement Wedding Ring White Gold 14k 2.80ctw
By Neil Lane
Located in Greensboro, NC
Retail Price: $17,000 Size: 7 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $150 Brand: Neil Lane Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): 1.06ct (weighed) Cut: Rou...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K White & Yellow Gold Diamond Wedding Ring Set, Retro Style, USA
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat White and Yellow Gold Diamond Wedding Ring Set. The diamond ring is simple and elegant with an illusion-set diamond 4-prong set with two side diamonds, one 1.2mm round diamo...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Round Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Set Platinum 0.74Cttw
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co round cut diamond Engagement Ring and wedding band. Made from Solid Platinum 950.
Diamond, Platinum
From $3,643 / item
3.23Ct Diamond Round Solitaire Engagement Ring Set 14k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
3.23Ct Diamond Round Solitaire Engagement Ring Set 14k White Gold features two rings.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
From $4,554 / item
3.23Ct Diamond Round Solitaire Engagement Ring Set 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
3.23Ct Diamond Round Solitaire Engagement Ring Set 18k White Gold features two rings.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
.925 Sterling Silver 1/3 Cttw Diamond Halo and Pave Shank Engagement Ring Set
Located in New York, NY
Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of this rhodium-plated .925 sterling silver engagement ring set, where classic craftsmanship meets contemporary design.
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
$669Sale Price / item|25% Off
Bezel Set Round-Cut Moissanite Engagement Ring in 14k Gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Bezel Set Round-CutMoissanite Engagement Ring in 14k Gold. 0.5 ct moissanite stacking ring.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
.925 Sterling Silver 1/3 Cttw Diamond Halo and Pave Shank Engagement Ring Set
Located in New York, NY
Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of this rhodium-plated .925 sterling silver engagement ring set, where classic craftsmanship meets contemporary design.
Diamond, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Rachel Koen 0.95cttw Round Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Set Platinum
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful bridal ring set is a combination of an engagement ring and a wedding band.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco .65 Carat G Color VS Old European Cut Diamond Wedding Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning Antique Art Deco - Edwardian Diamond Ring set with a spectacular .65 Carat Old European Cut Diamond in a beautiful open work setting in 18 Karat White Gold. The O...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. NOVO Square Cushion Diamond Engagement Ring Set Platinum 0.90Ctw
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
NOVO square cushion diamond engagement ring and wedding band set. Crafted in platinum 950, the ring features a center prong set square cushion shaped diamond weighing 0.90 carat with...
Diamond, Platinum
From $3,276 / item
Modern 1.15ct Oval Diamond Engagement Ring Set, 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Perfect Gift for: Gift for Her, Gift for Mom, 1st Anniversary Gift, Wedding Gift, Birthday Gift, Bridal Jewelry, Christmas Gift, Bride To Be Gift, Bridesmaid Gift, Bride Gift, Valent...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Red Ruby and Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring Set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in London, England
A beautiful vibrant red ruby and diamond trilogy engagement ring set in 18k yellow gold. This classic design of engagement ring is centrally six-claw set with an oval cut ruby which...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Diamond Engagement Ring 4.10 cts Set in Platinum
Located in Los Gatos, CA
This exquisite engagement set features a GIA certified Round Brilliant Cut Diamond weighing 4.10 ct, accompanied by 14 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds with a total weight of 0.47 ct. Al...
Diamond, Platinum
0.55 CT Curved Wedding Band, Prong Set Stackable Ring in 18 solid gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Refined Radiance. Vintage Glamour. A Ring of Timeless Elegance. Delicately crafted with prong bezel-set diamonds this curved wedding band features a 2.6 mm princess brilliant diamon...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
0.80 CT Curved Wedding Band, Bezel Set Stackable Ring in 18 solid gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Refined Radiance. Vintage Glamour. A Ring of Timeless Elegance. Delicately crafted with bezel-set diamonds this curved wedding band features a 2.2 mm round brilliant center diamond ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.42 CT Curved Wedding Band, Bezel Set Stackable Ring in 18 solid gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Refined Radiance. Vintage Glamour. A Ring of Timeless Elegance. Delicately crafted with 7 bezel-set diamonds this curved wedding band features a 3.5 mm pear brilliant diamonds appr...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.42 CT Curved Wedding Band, Bezel Set Stackable Ring in 18 solid gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Refined Radiance. Vintage Glamour. A Ring of Timeless Elegance. Delicately crafted with 7 bezel-set diamonds this curved wedding band features a 3.5 mm pear brilliant diamonds appr...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.16 CT Curved Wedding Band, Bezel Set Stackable Ring in 18 solid gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Refined Radiance. Vintage Glamour. A Ring of Timeless Elegance. Delicately crafted with bezel-set diamonds this curved wedding band features a 3 mm round brilliant center diamond an...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Platinum 5.66ctw Oval Cut Diamond Eternity Band Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Platinum 5.66ctw Oval Cut Diamond Eternity Band Ring Style: Platinum Oval Cut Diamond Full Eternity Band Material: Platinum Diamond Details: Approximately 5.66ctw Total, 18 Oval Cut...
Diamond, Platinum
Eternity Ring 18k White Gold Natural Diamond
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Noémie 18k White Gold Natural Diamond Eternity Ring, featuring approximately 3 carats of stunning diamonds surrounding the band, a breathtaking piece of jewelry that exudes elegance ...
0.35ct Diamond chunky wishbone solitaire engagement ring set 9ct white gold
Located in London, GB
0.35ct Diamond Bridal Set Engagement And Wedding Rings In 9k White Gold.
Diamond, White Gold
0.22ct Diamond Princess Illusion Set engagement ring in 14ct white gold
Located in London, GB
This exquisite engagement ring from the Diamond Engagement Ring brand features a stunning princess illusion set with a total carat weight of 0.20ct.
Diamond, White Gold
$3,850Sale Price|30% Off
PANIM 18k White Gold Old Mine Cut Ring
By PANIM
Located in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
The Art Nouveau jewels found their inspiration in the curving forms of nature. The ring is a spectacular antique engagement or wedding ring, cocktail ring or a treasure to be worn ev...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
$5,010 / item
Natural Emerald & Diamond Ring in 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
The warm glow of gold enhances the gemstone’s soft, ocean-like hue, making this ring a timeless piece — perfect for special occasions or as a unique engagement and wedding ring.
Natural 1.90cts Rainbow Sapphire Ring in 14k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
The warm glow of gold enhances the gemstone’s soft, ocean-like hue, making this ring a timeless piece — perfect for special occasions or as a unique engagement and wedding ring.
Sapphire, 14k Gold
Vintage Platinum Diamond Eternity Band, 0.70ct, 1980s, Women's Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This beautiful vintage diamond eternity band is a timeless 1980’s piece, crafted in platinum and set with a refined mix of round brilliant and princess cut diamonds. Featuring 10 rou...
Diamond, Platinum
18k Yellow Gold 5.71ctw Radiant Cut Diamond Eternity Band Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18k Yellow Gold 5.71ctw Radiant Cut Diamond Eternity Band Ring Style: 18k Yellow Gold Radiant Cut Diamond Full Eternity Band Material: 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Details: Radiant Cut N...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,400Sale Price|20% Off
Set in Platinum 900, 4.69 Carats Aquamarine & Diamonds Engagement Cocktail Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and classical, Aquamarine Engagement / Wedding Ring set in Platinum 900 & Diamonds.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Platinum and 14k White Gold Princess Cut and Round Diamond Scroll Wedding Set
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Custom Material: platinum and 14K white gold Center Diamond: 1 princess Cut = 0.54ct Color: H Clarity: SI1 GSI: 61218100105 Diamonds: 24 Round Cut = 0.32cttw Color: H Clari...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Pear Solitaire Diamond Cluster Ring Set 0.57ct 18k Rose Gold Bridal Wedding Gift
Located in Deira, AE
This piece is well suited for a range of meaningful occasions, including weddings, anniversaries, engagements, birthdays, and personal milestones.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
14K White Gold Diamond Eternity Band Ring Size 7 #25397
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K White Gold Diamond Eternity Band Ring Size 7 This elegant eternity band features 35 round brilliant cut diamonds set in classic 14K white gold. Perfect for stacking, pairing wit...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1920s 0.41ct Diamond Twist Ring in 14k Yellow & White Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.41 carat diamond and 14 karat yellow gold, 14 karat white gold set twist ring; part of our diverse diamond jewellery and estate jewelry collections. ...
Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Diamond Engagement Ring Set in 18K White Gold Matching Bridal Jewelry
Located in Deira, AE
Whether chosen as an engagement ring set, wedding ring set, bridal set, anniversary gift, or a timeless addition to your fine jewelry collection, this beautifully handcrafted design ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.08 Carat Round Baguette Diamond 18k White Gold Eternity Band Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Set full circle for uninterrupted sparkle from every angle, this band makes a striking statement whether worn alone, stacked with other rings, or paired as a wedding band alongside a...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Yellow Gold 2.80ctw Cushion Cut Diamond Half Eternity Band Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
At 2.80 carats total across eight stones, this half eternity band works equally well as a standalone fashion piece, a right-hand ring, or a bold wedding band pairing alongside a soli...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow 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
Art Deco Style 1.74ct TW Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details: Fabulous Mid Century diamond engagement ring set with a combined total weight of 1.74 carat.
Diamond, Platinum
Hand Engraved Platinum Art Deco Diamond Opal Engagement Ring Bridal Set
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Latest of my creations, Diamond Platinum Opal Bridal Set. A Beautiful Opal Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring with Matching Wedding Band.
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
14K White Gold Diamond Eternity Band Ring Size 7 #25127
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K White Gold Diamond Eternity Band Ring Size 7 This elegant eternity band features 31 round brilliant cut diamonds set in classic 14K white gold. Perfect for stacking, pairing wit...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold Diamond Eternity Band Ring Size 6 #25141
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K White Gold Diamond Eternity Band Ring Size 6 This elegant eternity band features 40 round brilliant cut diamonds set in classic 14K white gold. Perfect for stacking, pairing wit...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White 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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