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Tiffany & Co. Art Deco Akoya Pearl and European-Cut Diamond Ring, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Art Deco Akoya Pearl and European-Cut Diamond Ring, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Art Deco Akoya Pearl and European-Cut Diamond Ring, Platinum

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

A Tiffany & Co. Art Deco Akoya Pearl and European-Cut Diamond Ring made in Platinum. The pearls

Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

4 Carat Diamond and Sapphire Ring. Old European Cut Diamond Ring Platinum K VS1
4 Carat Diamond and Sapphire Ring. Old European Cut Diamond Ring Platinum K VS1

4 Carat Diamond and Sapphire Ring. Old European Cut Diamond Ring Platinum K VS1

Located in New York, NY

This exquisite ring showcases a breathtaking approx. 4.20-carat old European cut diamond at its

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum

1910 European Cut Diamond & Platinum Ring
1910 European Cut Diamond & Platinum Ring

1910 European Cut Diamond & Platinum Ring

By Non Branded

Located in Lexington, KY

, Old European cut diamond 10 = 0.25 carat VS clarity, G/H color, single round cut diamonds Platinum

Category

Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Style Platinum & Old European Cut Diamond Ring
Antique Style Platinum & Old European Cut Diamond Ring

Antique Style Platinum & Old European Cut Diamond Ring

Located in Brisbane City, QLD

This ring whilst relatively modern in manufacture has been crafted using old European cut diamonds

Category

20th Century Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1950s European Cut Diamond Platinum Ring 1.70 CTTW
1950s European Cut Diamond Platinum Ring 1.70 CTTW

1950s European Cut Diamond Platinum Ring 1.70 CTTW

Located in Lexington, KY

This enchanting platinum engagement ring comes from the 1950s and features a European cut diamond

Category

Vintage 1950s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Platinum Round European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Platinum Round European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

Platinum Round European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Designer: Custom Material: platinum Center Diamond: 1 round European cut = 0.40ct Color: I Clarity

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

White European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum
White European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum

White European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum

By MOGULDIAM INC

Located in New York, NY

White European Cut Diamond Ring handcrafted in platinum. The details are as follows : Diamond

Category

2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum
Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum

Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum

Located in New York, NY

Old European Cut diamond ring handcrafted in Platinum. The details are as follows : Diamond

Category

Early 2000s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

2.20ct. Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
2.20ct. Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring

2.20ct. Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring

Located in New York, NY

Made of platinum, this ring centers a sparkling GIA certified old European cut diamond that weighs

Category

Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum
Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum

Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum

Located in New York, NY

Old European Cut diamond ring handcrafted in Platinum. The details are as follows : Diamond

Category

Early 2000s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1.53 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
1.53 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Ring

1.53 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Ring

Located in New York, NY

This elegant platinum ring from the Edwardian era, centers a sparkling GIA certified old European

Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Platinum 0.96ct Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Vintage Platinum 0.96ct Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

Vintage Platinum 0.96ct Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

Located in New York, NY

​This exquisite 1950's engagement ring showcases a 0.96-carat Old European cut diamond, renowned

Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1.50ct Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum Engraved
1.50ct Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum Engraved

1.50ct Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum Engraved

Located in New York, NY

carat old European cut diamond displaying L color and SI1 clarity. Measuring approximately 7.40mm x

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 1.3CTW Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Vintage 1.3CTW Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring

Vintage 1.3CTW Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring

Located in Montgomery, AL

Diamond; J Color; VS1 Clarity; Estimated Weight: 0.55 Carat 2 - 4.2mm Old European Cut Diamonds;J Color

Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco old European cut diamond platinum engagement ring
Art Deco old European cut diamond platinum engagement ring

Art Deco old European cut diamond platinum engagement ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

elegance. At its center rests an old European cut diamond, celebrated for its broad facets and softly

Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, Platinum

Old European Cut Diamond Geometric Sapphire Accent Ring Platinum
Old European Cut Diamond Geometric Sapphire Accent Ring Platinum

Old European Cut Diamond Geometric Sapphire Accent Ring Platinum

Located in New York, NY

This exquisite Art Deco style ring centers on a lively old European cut diamond weighing

Category

2010s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond Ring in Platinum
Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond Ring in Platinum

Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond Ring in Platinum

Located in Bloomington, MN

Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond Ring in Platinum This authentic Art Deco ring is crafted in

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Platinum 1.35tcw Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Vintage Platinum 1.35tcw Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

Vintage Platinum 1.35tcw Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

Located in New York, NY

ring or a meaningful vintage keepsake. Weight: 3.5 Grams Stone: 1.25ct H SI1 Old European Cut Diamond

Category

Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Old European Cut Diamond Elongated Cluster Filigree Ring Platinum
Old European Cut Diamond Elongated Cluster Filigree Ring Platinum

Old European Cut Diamond Elongated Cluster Filigree Ring Platinum

Located in New York, NY

This elegant elongated ring showcases a row of Old European cut diamonds set in shared prongs

Category

2010s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Old European Cut Diamond Cluster Filigree Engagement Ring Platinum
Old European Cut Diamond Cluster Filigree Engagement Ring Platinum

Old European Cut Diamond Cluster Filigree Engagement Ring Platinum

Located in New York, NY

This elegant ring centers on a cluster of Old European cut diamonds, prong-set within a rounded

Category

2010s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Old European Cut Diamond Cluster Filigree Engagement Ring Platinum
Old European Cut Diamond Cluster Filigree Engagement Ring Platinum

Old European Cut Diamond Cluster Filigree Engagement Ring Platinum

Located in New York, NY

This elegant platinum ring showcases a captivating Old European cut diamond cluster, securely set

Category

2010s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring – 4.60 Carats
Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring – 4.60 Carats

Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring – 4.60 Carats

Located in Chicago, IL

Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring – 4.60 Carats A breathtaking example of timeless

Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Old European Cut Diamond Cluster Filigree Engagement Ring Platinum
Old European Cut Diamond Cluster Filigree Engagement Ring Platinum

Old European Cut Diamond Cluster Filigree Engagement Ring Platinum

Located in New York, NY

Weight: Approx. 0.30-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Old European Cut Jewelry Type: Engagement Ring Jewelry

Category

2010s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1920 Antique Old European Cut Diamond Ring in Platinum
1920 Antique Old European Cut Diamond Ring in Platinum

1920 Antique Old European Cut Diamond Ring in Platinum

Located in New York, NY

1920 Antique old european cut diamond ring in platinum. The details are as follows : Diamond

Category

Vintage 1920s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Platinum Mid-Century Old European Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring
Platinum Mid-Century Old European Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring

Platinum Mid-Century Old European Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

beautifully cut 1.28ct old European cut diamond at its center — an authentic diamond fashioned during the Art

Category

Vintage 1950s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Edwardian Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Navette Shaped Ring
Edwardian Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Navette Shaped Ring

Edwardian Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Navette Shaped Ring

Located in Venice, CA

This stunning Edwardian diamond engagement ring features approximately 2.5 carats of Old European

Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Old European Cut Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring 0.96ct Platinum
Old European Cut Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring 0.96ct Platinum

Old European Cut Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring 0.96ct Platinum

Located in New York, NY

details speak to the ring’s exceptional quality. Two old European cut diamonds are set into each shoulder

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

.90 Carat Diamond Old European Cut Platinum Engagement Ring
.90 Carat Diamond Old European Cut Platinum Engagement Ring

.90 Carat Diamond Old European Cut Platinum Engagement Ring

Located in Stamford, CT

.90ct diamond Platinum antique style engagement ring. Old European cut diamond set in a triple

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Faye Kim Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Faye Kim Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring

Faye Kim Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring

By Faye Kim

Located in Darien, CT

Ring can be sized. Diamond: Old European Cushion Cut .65 Carats Quality: K/L Color/ SI Clarity Made in

Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Old European Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring Platinum 1ct
Vintage Old European Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring Platinum 1ct

Vintage Old European Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring Platinum 1ct

Located in New York, NY

diamond ring centers on a captivating Approx 1.05-carat old European cut diamond secured in distinctive

Category

Vintage 1930s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Old European Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 2.20ct Platinum
Old European Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 2.20ct Platinum

Old European Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 2.20ct Platinum

Located in New York, NY

This exquisite halo engagement ring showcases a stunning Approx. 2.20-Carats old European cut

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1920s Antique Old European Cut Diamond Ring in Platinum
1920s Antique Old European Cut Diamond Ring in Platinum

1920s Antique Old European Cut Diamond Ring in Platinum

Located in New York, NY

1920s Antique Old european cut diamond engagement ring in platinum. The details are as follows

Category

Vintage 1920s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring 1.70ct Platinum Engraved
Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring 1.70ct Platinum Engraved

Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring 1.70ct Platinum Engraved

Located in New York, NY

This exquisite engagement ring showcases a breathtaking old European cut diamond at its center

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 0.59ct Platinum
Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 0.59ct Platinum

Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 0.59ct Platinum

Located in New York, NY

This exquisite engagement ring showcases a dazzling old European cut diamond at its center

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Old European Cut Diamond Clustered Engagement Ring 0.90ct Platinum
Old European Cut Diamond Clustered Engagement Ring 0.90ct Platinum

Old European Cut Diamond Clustered Engagement Ring 0.90ct Platinum

Located in New York, NY

platinum. At its heart lies a captivating old European cut diamond, weighing approximately 0.9-carats

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

EGL Certified 1.89ct Old European cut diamond  Platinum Ring
EGL Certified 1.89ct Old European cut diamond  Platinum Ring

EGL Certified 1.89ct Old European cut diamond Platinum Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

1.89ct Old European cut diamond set in a classic platinum design with diamond-accented shoulders for

Category

Vintage 1940s British Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Antique Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Filigree 1.80ct Platinum
Antique Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Filigree 1.80ct Platinum

Antique Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Filigree 1.80ct Platinum

Located in New York, NY

Engagement Ring, Old European Cut Diamond Ring Metal: Platinum Era: Edwardian Era (Circa 1910) Ring Size: 8.5

Category

Vintage 1910s Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Old European Cut Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Ring
Vintage Old European Cut Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Ring

Vintage Old European Cut Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Ring

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This gorgeous ring holds a 90pt old European cut diamond which is G/H colour VS I. The diamond is

Category

Vintage 1950s British Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Platinum Art Deco 1.17ctw European & Marquise Cut Diamond Ring
Platinum Art Deco 1.17ctw European & Marquise Cut Diamond Ring

Platinum Art Deco 1.17ctw European & Marquise Cut Diamond Ring

Located in Boston, MA

An Art Deco period diamond engagement ring circa the 1920's crafted in platinum. Centered by a

Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA 1.31ct Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum Filigree
GIA 1.31ct Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum Filigree

GIA 1.31ct Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum Filigree

Located in New York, NY

GIA-certified 1.31 carat old European cut diamond displaying H color and SI1 clarity. The diamond is

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco GIA old European cut diamond platinum engagement ring
Art Deco GIA old European cut diamond platinum engagement ring

Art Deco GIA old European cut diamond platinum engagement ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

beautifully cut 0.59 carat old European diamond certified by GIA. Its rounded outline and broad facets create

Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond and Sapphire Engagement Ring. 1ct Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Diamond and Sapphire Engagement Ring. 1ct Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Ring

Diamond and Sapphire Engagement Ring. 1ct Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Ring

Located in New York, NY

This exquisite ring features a captivating approx. 1.00-carat Old European cut diamond, graded L in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Mid-Century Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Vintage Engagement Ring
Mid-Century Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Vintage Engagement Ring

Mid-Century Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Vintage Engagement Ring

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Centering an old European cut diamond weighing approximately 0.39 carat - G color with VS2 clarity

Category

Vintage 1950s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Mauboussin Paris 4.24 carat old European cut diamond platinum ring
Mauboussin Paris 4.24 carat old European cut diamond platinum ring

Mauboussin Paris 4.24 carat old European cut diamond platinum ring

By Mauboussin

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This exceptional Mauboussin Paris platinum ring centers a dazzling 4.24 carat old European cut

Category

Vintage 1950s Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

White Diamond Old European Cut Eternity Band Ring in Platinum
White Diamond Old European Cut Eternity Band Ring in Platinum

White Diamond Old European Cut Eternity Band Ring in Platinum

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful 7.46 ct. white diamond old European cuts. Total of 15 stones. Handmade in platinum

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco 3.41ct Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Ring, 1930
Art Deco 3.41ct Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Ring, 1930

Art Deco 3.41ct Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Ring, 1930

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

balance, symmetry, and timeless craftsmanship. At its center rests an old European cut diamond, admired

Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Ring, Circa 1920s
Art Deco Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Ring, Circa 1920s

Art Deco Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Ring, Circa 1920s

Located in Braintree, GB

A striking Art Deco diamond ring crafted in platinum, dating to the 1920s. The design centres on a

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Platinum 1.57ct Old European Cut Diamond Accented Engagement Ring
Antique Platinum 1.57ct Old European Cut Diamond Accented Engagement Ring

Antique Platinum 1.57ct Old European Cut Diamond Accented Engagement Ring

Located in Houston, TX

in Platinum with: One (1) old European cut natural diamond: Measurements: 7.28mm - 7.48mm in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Mid Century Old European cut diamond ruby platinum buckle ring
Mid Century Old European cut diamond ruby platinum buckle ring

Mid Century Old European cut diamond ruby platinum buckle ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

eight shimmering old European cut diamonds arranged across its sculptural platinum design. Their softly

Category

Vintage 1960s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Blue Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Mid-Century Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Vintage Engagement Ring
Mid-Century Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Vintage Engagement Ring

Mid-Century Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Vintage Engagement Ring

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Centering an old European cut diamond weighing approximately 0.69 carat J color with SI2 clarity

Category

Vintage 1950s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum
Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum

Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum

By MOGULDIAM INC

Located in New York, NY

Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring In Platinum. The details are as follows : Diamond weight

Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Filigree Cocktail Shield Ring
Antique Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Filigree Cocktail Shield Ring

Antique Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Filigree Cocktail Shield Ring

Located in Great Neck, NY

Beautiful Antique Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Filigree Cocktail Shield Ring. This gorgeous

Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

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European Cut Diamond Ring Platinum For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the piece of european cut diamond ring platinum you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Platinum, Gold and 18k Gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect item from our selection of european cut diamond ring platinum among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat versions are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic choice in our collection of european cut diamond ring platinum over the years, but those made by Single Stone, Hancocks and Antinori Fine Jewels are often thought to be among the most beautiful. See these pages for an old european cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also round cut cut and cushion cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for an object in our assortment of european cut diamond ring platinum, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a European Cut Diamond Ring Platinum?

The price for a piece of european cut diamond ring platinum starts at $650 and tops out at $585,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $10,017.

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.