TJD 0.50 Carat Diamond Floral Cluster Halo Engagement Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Make a bold statement on your special day when you wear this stunning diamond ring. Beautifully crafted by our inhouse experts in 14 karat white gold and embellished with 71 brillian...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Diamond Enhancer Wedding Band 14k Rd .40ctw Floral Cluster Guard Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $35 or Down 1 1/2 sizes for $35 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .40ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color...
Diamond, White Gold
10K Yellow Gold Over Silver 1.0 Ct Diamond Flower Cluster Open Halo Floral Ring
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous floral style statement ring is crafted in 10 karat yellow gold flashed 92.5% sterling silver.
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate, 10k Gold
10K Yellow Gold Over Silver 1.0 Ct Diamond Flower Cluster Open Halo Floral Ring
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous floral style statement ring is crafted in 10 karat yellow gold flashed 92.5% sterling silver.
Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
10K Yellow Gold Over Silver 1.0 Ct Diamond Flower Cluster Open Halo Floral Ring
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous floral style statement ring is crafted in 10 karat yellow gold flashed 92.5% sterling silver.
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate, 10k Gold
10K Yellow Gold Over Silver 1.0 Ct Diamond Flower Cluster Open Halo Floral Ring
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous floral style statement ring is crafted in 10 karat yellow gold flashed 92.5% sterling silver.
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate, 10k Gold
10K Yellow Gold Over Silver 1.0 Ct Diamond Flower Cluster Open Halo Floral Ring
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous floral style statement ring is crafted in 10 karat yellow gold flashed 92.5% sterling silver.
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate, 10k Gold
14K Yellow Gold 0.42 TCW Red Spinel and Diamond Floral Cluster Split Shank Ring
Located in New York, NY
The rubies and diamonds are arranged in a floral cluster design. This stunning piece combines timeless sophistication with a touch of modern brilliance, making it the perfect stateme...
Diamond, Spinel, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Round Diamond Floral Cluster Three Stone Halo Ring Set in 14k White Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
A beautiful diamond halo trilogy ring set in 14k white gold. The ring is centrally set with a round brilliant cut diamond which is claw set in an open back setting. The diamond is th...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$8,606Sale Price / item|20% Off
1.8 Ct Oval Cut Emerald Ring with Cluster Diamond Floral 18K White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
1.8Ct Zambian Emerald 3.23Ct Diamond Floral Halo Ring 18 Karat White Gold This elegant ring showcases a stunning oval-cut emerald at its center. The emerald is beautifully framed by ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.06 Carat Three-Pear Natural Diamond Floral Cluster Halo Ring, 14k Rose Gold
Located in New Delhi, DL
Three pear-cut natural diamonds form a delicate three-petal floral cluster in this contemporary rose-gold ring.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold 1 1/2 Carat Diamond Floral Cluster and Studded Shank Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
The circular motif has a central floral cluster of round-cut diamonds and is further flanked by stones on all sides.
White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
10K Rose Gold 3/4 Ct Diamond Floral Cluster Head and Twisted Shank Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Dazzling cocktail ring that displays a sophisticated and elegant design. It features a 10k rose gold structure that embraces 69 round-cut genuine diamonds in a prong setting . This...
Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
14K White Gold 1 1/2 Carat Diamond Floral Cluster and Studded Shank Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
The circular motif has a central floral cluster of round-cut diamonds and is further flanked by stones on all sides.
White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring. GIA 0.80ct Old Euro Diamond Ring Platinum I SI1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Carat Weight: 0.80 Carats Color: I Color Clarity: SI1 Cut: Old European Cut Certification: GIA Certificate Secondary Stones: Diamond, approxim...
Diamond, Platinum
$3,000Sale Price|20% Off
0.88ctt Multi Yellow Diamond Cluster Ring 18k Two Tone
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Unique multi diamond cluster ring of floral motif. 1.40 carats total diamond weight. 8 pear, heart, oval, and round diamonds, 0.95ct.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
$60,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 3.57 Carat Zambian Emerald Cluster Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
🔍 Gemstone Details • Center Stone: Natural Emerald • Weight: 3.57 carats • Shape & Cut: Oval, brilliant/step (3) • Color: Green • Clarity Enhancement: CE(O) – Insignificant • Orig...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$390Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra 13.21CT Amethyst & Multi Gemstone Cluster Cocktail Ring in Solid Silver
Located in New York, NY
Designed in a contemporary floral cluster motif, the ring showcases a captivating round amethyst center surrounded by a radiant halo of richly colored gemstones, forming a striking f...
Multi-gemstone, Blue Topaz, Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Garnet, ...
Vintage heart cut amethyst gemstones, loose stones
Located in NEWARK, GB
They could be used in many different jewellery designs from rings to earrings, originally set into a floral cluster ring, they are well cut and have a good saturation.
Amethyst
2.18 Carat Natural Marquise Shape Diamond Flower Cluster Ring 18K White Gold
Located in Deira, AE
The open, undecorated shank flows directly into the cluster with no visible gallery, letting the flower motif sit as the sole focus of the design — a dramatic, floral take on the m...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA 1.50 Carat Old European Engagement Ring. Diamond Cluster Platinum 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 1.50 carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European cut Center Diamond Color: J Center Diamond Clarity: SI2 Certification: GIA ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold, Gold
Solid Rose Gold Cocktail Cluster Ring with Natural Pink Sapphires and Spinel
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
An unusual form makes this 18 karat rose gold contemporary floral cocktail cluster ring an art object. It is encrusted with: fancy pink and green sapphires, malaya garnet, spinel, 14...
Tourmaline, Paraiba, Spinel, Green Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphir...
1.35ct Pink Ruby Cluster Flower-Shaped Cupola Ring in 14K Yellow Gold, c1970's.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Of stunning floral motif, this cluster ring is exquisitely crafted in yellow gold decorated with a cluster of gemstones, forming a cupola Featuring a cluster of 16 Natural Rubies...
Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Terrel and Zimmelman Natural Fancy Vivid Diamond Cluster Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By Terrell and Zimmelman
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Designer: Terrel & Zimmelman Style: Ladies floral Diamond cluster Ring Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Size: 6.50 Weight: 14.60 Grams Total Diamond Weight: Approxim...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
10K Yellow Gold Over Silver 1-1/8 Ct Diamond Flower & Fen Cluster Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
A diamond and sterling silver cluster ring featuring a central floral cluster of round diamonds.
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate...
Vintage 925 Sterling Silver Marquee Multi Color Gem Floral Ring Size 8
Located in Addison, TX
Details Metal: Sterling Silver Purity: 925 Ring Size: 8 Style: Cocktail Ring Design: Floral Cluster / Flower Motif Center Design Size: Approximately 18.5mm x 15.6mm Total Weig...
Silver
Vintage Style Diamond Floral Diamond Shape Filigree 14K Yellow Gold Fleur Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
The diamond shaped outer border surrounds a central floral cluster design. Ring Information Style: Vintage Metal: 14K Yellow Gold White Top Total weight: 3.70 g.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium
Two Tone Floral Jewelry Solid 14k Rose Gold Genuine H/Si White Diamond Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
This item is a two-tone floral diamond cluster ring designed with a dainty, feminine aesthetic.
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
4.52 Carat Cushion-Cut Natural Emerald Halo Diamond Floral Ring, 14k White Gold
Located in New Delhi, DL
An elongated cushion-cut natural emerald is framed by a halo of round natural diamonds in this contemporary cocktail ring. Floral diamond clusters extend above and below the center, ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Emerald G/SI Diamond Floral Wedding Ring in Solid 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Jaipur, IN
Silhouette Shape: Designed with a graceful floral cluster silhouette, the ring draws inspiration from the beauty of a blooming flower.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1 Carat Cushion Cut Sapphire Ring. Round Diamond Halo Engagement Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Sapphire Sapphire Weight: Approx 1.00 Carats Sapphire Cut: Cushion Cut Sapphire Type: Natural Secondary Stones: Diamonds Total Diamond Weight: Approx ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
GIA 1.75 Carat Oval Cut Heated Tanzanian Ruby Ring. Diamond Halo Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Ruby Ruby Weight: Approx 1.75 Carats Certification: GIA Certified Ruby Cut: Oval Cut Ruby Origin: Tanzania Treatment: Heated Secondary Stones: Diamond...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Georgian Yellow Gold Engagement Ring. Diamond Pearl Ruby Ring Green Enamel 1810
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Cut: Rose Cut Secondary Stones: Pearls, Rubies Stone Setting: Cluster Setting with Green Enamel Border Jewelry Type: Ring Styl...
Ruby, Pearl, Diamond, Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
No Heat Ruby Ring. GIA 1ct Ruby Diamond Halo Accent Engagement Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Ruby Gemstone Weight: Approx 1.00 Carats Gemstone Cut: Cushion Cut Gemstone Origin: Madagascar Gemstone Treatment: No Heat Gemstone Certification: GIA C...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Diamond Halo Engagement Ring. GIA 1.60ct Old Euro Diamond Ring Platinum J SI2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Carat Weight: 1.60 Carats Color: J Color Clarity: SI2 Cut: Old European Cut Certification: GIA Certificate Secondary Stones: Diamond, approxim...
Diamond, Platinum
$532Sale Price|20% Off
Lovely Pink Tourmaline & Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
The floral-inspired cluster gives the ring a soft, cheerful look, while the warm yellow gold adds contrast to the tourmaline’s lively pink color.
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
French 2 Carat Unheated Burmese Ruby Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
An elegant French ruby and diamond cluster ring crafted in solid platinum 950. The ring is centered with an oval-cut natural Burmese ruby weighing approximately 2.00 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$792Sale Price / item|20% Off
0.12 Ct Diamond Clover Ring in 18K Gold
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Flower diamond ring, Cluster floral ring, engagement ring, wedding ring, Halo ring, Gifts for her Flower ring, cluster band, Handmade jewelry, Bridesmaid gifts, engagement ring, Chr...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
$695Sale Price / item|20% Off
0.12 Ct Diamond Clover Ring in 14K Gold
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Flower diamond ring, Cluster floral ring, engagement ring, wedding ring, Halo ring, Gifts for her Flower ring, cluster band, Handmade jewelry, Bridesmaid gifts, engagement ring, Chr...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural 2.22 Carat Burma No Heat Round Cut Blue Sapphire Layout
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
Whether envisioned in a floral cluster ring, refined graduated pendant, or a bespoke multi-stone bracelet, these stones deliver exceptional design versatility while maintaining consi...
Blue Sapphire
Natural 3.06 Carat Burma No Heat Round Cut Blue Sapphire Layout
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
Whether envisioned in a floral cluster ring, refined graduated pendant, or a bespoke multi-stone bracelet, these stones deliver exceptional design versatility while maintaining consi...
Blue Sapphire
Natural 1.66 Carat Burma No Heat Round Cut Blue Sapphire Layout
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
Whether envisioned in a floral cluster ring, refined graduated pendant, or a bespoke multi-stone bracelet, these stones deliver exceptional design versatility while maintaining consi...
Blue Sapphire
Natural 3 Carat Burma No Heat Round Cut Blue Sapphire Layout
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
Whether envisioned in a floral cluster ring, refined graduated pendant, or a bespoke multi-stone bracelet, these stones deliver exceptional design versatility while maintaining consi...
Blue Sapphire
2.55 Ct Sapphire Diamond Solitaire Ring 14K Gold 4 Stone Gold Band by JuhiJewels
Located in Jaipur, IN
Elegant yet distinctive, this 14K Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring features a striking floral-inspired cluster design centered around approximately 2.55 carats of natural b...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Victorian Champaign Diamond Ring. 0.10ct Old Diamond Ruby Halo Silver 14k Gold
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Brown Diamond Center Diamond Weight: Approx. 0.10 Carats Center Diamond Color: Brown / Champagne Center Diamond Cut: Old Mine Cut Secondary Stones: Ru...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Gold
1.49 Carat Emerald and Diamond Flower Cocktail Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
The vibrant green emerald petals create a striking centerpiece, beautifully enhanced by sparkling round brilliant-cut diamonds that outline the flower motif and add exceptional brill...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14K White Gold 4.8 ct Marquise Sapphire & 0.12 ct Diamond Flower Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Addison, TX
Details: Metal: 14K White Gold Purity: 14K Style: Cocktail Ring Design: Floral / Starburst Cluster Ring Ring Size: 6.5 Weight: 7.7 Grams Main Stones: 12 Marquise-Cut Blue Sapp...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
4.2 Carat Emerald-Cut Natural Emerald Pear Diamond Bypass Ring, 14k Yellow Gold
Located in New Delhi, DL
An emerald-cut natural emerald anchors one side of this contemporary open bypass ring. A floral cluster of pear-cut natural diamonds rises from the opposing side, creating an asymmet...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$290Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra 2.3 CTW Emerald and Diamond Flower Cocktail Ring in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
This bold 2.3 carats emerald and diamond cocktail ring is crafted in 925 Sterling Silver. Designed in an elegant floral cluster silhouette, the ring features seven vibrant emeralds i...
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
18K Gold Flower Ring with 2.00ct Fancy Diamonds, Size 6.5
Located in Honolulu, HI
The ring weights 15.30 grams. Item Specifications: Style: Ladies floral Diamond cluster Ring Metal: 18K White & Yellow Gold Size: 6.50 Weight: 15.30 Grams Total Diamond Weight: ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Fancy Vivid Yellow Radiant-Cut Diamond and White Diamond Flower Ring GIA Cert.
Located in New York, NY
Details: Center Stone: 1.01 Carat Fancy Vivid Yellow Radiant-Cut Diamond, SI1 Clarity (GIA Certified) Surrounding Diamonds: 3.21 Carats Total White Rose-Cut Pear-Shaped Diamonds Meta...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
$3,686Sale Price / item|20% Off
Spectrum Jewels SI Clarity HI Color Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
This SI Clarity HI Color Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring features tiny diamonds studded in the floral cluster making a cocktail ring.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
From $4,608Sale Price / item|20% Off
Spectrum Jewels SI Clarity HI Color Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
This SI Clarity HI Color Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring features tiny diamonds studded in the floral cluster making a cocktail ring.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Burma Ruby & Diamond Flower Baguette Suite Set 19.15 ct Earrings & Ring Platinum
Located in Great Neck, NY
Platinum Burmese Ruby & Diamond High Jewelry Suite – 19.15 Carats (Earrings + Ring) An extraordinary platinum Burmese ruby and diamond high-jewelry suite, composed of a pair of ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Elegant Amethyst Cluster Ring and Earrings Set with Multi-Gemstone Floral Design
By Hand Made
Located in New York, NY
*Custom Made Cluster Ring and Earrings Set -Material: 14K White Gold -Condition: New *Ring Stones -Amethyst: 6.50ctw -Pink Sapphire: 1.80ctw -Peridot: 1.80ctw *Each Earrings: -Amet...
Amethyst, Multi-gemstone, Gold, White Gold
Ponte Vecchio K18 Gold Sapphire Diamond Double Floral Cluster Ring
By Ponte Vecchio
Located in 台東区, JP
An elegant Ponte Vecchio floral ring crafted in 18 karat yellow gold, featuring two charming flower clusters set with vivid blue sapphires totaling approximately 0.28 carats and bril...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k 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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