14k White Gold Demantoid Garnet & Diamond Ring
By Non Branded
Located in Lexington, KY
This vivid demantoid garnet and diamond ring was made in 14k white gold with incredible detail.
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
15.64 Carat Rhodolite Garnet Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
It is complemented by 0.38 carats of baguette and round brilliant-cut diamonds set on the sides of the gem garnet. Hand-fabricated in platinum and ready to be worn!
Diamond, Garnet, Rhodolite, Platinum
Garnets, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Fantastic ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with three garnets in the central part surrounded by garnets and diamonds.
Diamond, Garnet, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Finest Mandarin Garnet Diamond Gold Platinum Ring
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Platinum and 18KT custom designed Mandarin Garnet Ring, features finest quality mandarin garnet.
Garnet, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Gold
Victorian Toi Et Moi Ring Demantoid Garnet Diamond 14K Yellow Gold ~1.7CTW
Located in Fairfield, CT
Victorian Toi Et Moi Ring Demantoid Garnet Diamond 14K Yellow Gold ~1.7CTW Both the demantoid garnet and the diamond featured in this jewelry piece possess exceptional qualities tha...
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Garnets, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Amazing ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central garnet surrounded by a frame of garnets and diamonds.
Diamond, Garnet, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Garnet Diamond 14 Karat Gold Eternity Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Composition Ring size - 7 US 14 Karat Gold GARNET WEIGHT - .10 CARAT DIAMOND CUT - BRILLIANT DIAMOND COLOR - H DIAMOND CLARITY - SI DIAMOND SIZE - 1.5 MM DIAMOND WEIGHT GHT - .04 CAR...
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold
Gem Mandarin Garnet Diamond Gold Sunburst Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
It is accented by 1.83 carats of round and baguette cut diamonds set in a sunburst style which is fitting for this bright stone gem.
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, White Gold
English Carved Tsavorite Garnet Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
An unexpected rendition of a style popularized over 100 years ago: 18 karat yellow gold classic English carved band with a 2 carat tsavorite garnet center and old European- and rose ...
Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Vintage Platinum Cocktail Ring with Garnet & Diamonds
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive oval cut garnet and diamond cocktail ring has been crafted in platinum.
Diamond, Garnet, Platinum
Kat Florence 4.12ct Namibian Spessartite Garnet Diamond Ring
Located in Andorra La Vella, AD
The diamonds enhance the vivid beauty of the garnet while creating a striking contrast of light and color.
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold
$1,064Sale Price|20% Off
Garnet & Diamond Pavé Ring in 10k Rose Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Garnet & Diamond Pavé Ring in 10k Rose Gold This ring is crafted in 10k rose gold and features an oval garnet weighing approximately 3.36ct.
Diamond, Garnet, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
14K Yellow Gold Tsavorite Garnet & Diamond Ring 1.06g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies custom-made tsavorite garnet and diamond ring in 14k yellow gold setting.
Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Luxury Garnet Diamond White Gold 18 Karat Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 18 K Diamond 82-RND-0,99-F/VVS1A Diamond 12-RND-0,05-G/VVS1A Garnet 1-17,95ct Weight 11,04 gram Size 17 With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, N...
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold
Platinum Art Deco Rhodolite Garnet & Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
Ring Details Material: Platinum Era: Art Deco 1920 - 1940 Head Width: 7.9mm Head Height: 4.2mm Shank Width: Tapering to 1.6mm Weight: 3.4 Grams Finger Size: 6 Sizable Upon Request A...
Diamond, Garnet, Platinum
Stunning Garnet Diamond 14K Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
RIng 18K WhiteGold Diamond 10-RD-0,18 ct Garnet 1--1,96 ct SIze US 7 Weight 2,29 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewell...
Diamond, Garnet, White Gold, 14k Gold
1.44 Carat Russian Demantoid Garnet Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Complementing the ring gem are 0.82 carats of round brilliant and princess-shape diamonds set around the garnet and down the sides of the ring.
Diamond, Garnet, Platinum
Yellow Gold Garnet Diamond Ring - 10k Oval .23ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $30 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold Stone Information Garnet Carat(s): .21ct Cut: Oval Color: Dark Red Natural Diamon...
Diamond, Garnet, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.00 Carat Russian Demantoid Garnet Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Complementing the demantoid are 0.60 carats of round brilliant-cut diamonds which add extra brilliance and sparkle to the ring.
Diamond, Garnet, Platinum
10.99 Carat Pyralspite Garnet Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Garnet and diamond engagement ring. AGL certified 10.99ct brown orange/pink, natural Garnet center stone, set in a platinum setting with tapered baguette and round full cut accent di...
Diamond, Garnet, Platinum
Yellow Gold Garnet Diamond Ring - 14k Oval 2.94ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $30 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Garnet Carat(s): 2.10ct Cut: Oval Natural Garnet Carat(...
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Garnet Diamond Ring - 10k Oval 1.46ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Garnet Carat(s): 1.40ct Cut: Oval Natural Diamonds Cara...
Diamond, Garnet, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Garnet Diamond Ring - 14k Emerald 2.07ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Garnet Carat(s): 1.70ct Cut: Emerald Natural Diamonds C...
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k White Gold Spessartine Garnet Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Framed by 2.00 cts of brilliant diamonds and set in 12.96 gm of polished 18K white gold.
Diamond, Garnet, White Gold
$3,150 / item
3.41 Garnet Diamond 14 Karat Gold Heart Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 14-karat gold, this ring is hand set with 3.41 carats heart shape garnet & .32 carats of sparkling diamonds. See other matching heart garnet collection.
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold
Spinel, Garnets, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Beautiful ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central diamond of diamonds and hydrothermal spinels surrounded by garnets and diamonds and hydrothermal spinel.
Diamond, Garnet, Spinel, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
7.37 Carat Cushion Cut Garnet Diamond Gold Ring
By Coach House
Located in Montreal, QC
Centering a Beautiful 7.37ct Cushion-cut Garnet (Sri Lanka) flanked by two round brilliant cut diamonds, one on either side; approx .12tctw; hand crafted in 14k white gold mounting; ...
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold
Price Upon Request
18K White Gold 1.53ct Demantoid Garnet Diamond Ring
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Viktor Moiseikin Made in 18K gold, exquisite Lotus rings from MOISEIKIN's Harmony collection showcase the enchanting beauty of a rare Demantoid garnet with clear horsetails, delicat...
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Elegant Classic Combination Garnet Diamond White Gold Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 14 K (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 25-RND57-0,16-3/5A Garnet 1-4,01 ct Weight 7.73 grams Size 17 (Adjustable) With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry ...
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, White Gold
Price Upon Request
Emilio Jewelry 5.00 Carat Cinnamon Garnet Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
The color of calcium-aluminum garnet varies, mainly green, orange-yellow, brown-yellow, rose red, etc.
Garnet
3.70 Carat Oval Garnet Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Reddish brown 3.70 carat garnet and 8 round accent diamonds in an 18k yellow gold setting. 1 oval cut reddish brown garnet, VS approx. 3.70cts 8 round brilliant cut diamonds, I-J V...
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Premium 8.88ct Fanta Garnet Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Shanghai, CN
This stunning ring features an extraordinary 8.88ct completely flawless natural Fanta Garnet, a treasure of exceptional rarity. Fanta Garnets in this size with perfect clarity are in...
Vintage IGI Vertified 1.21ct Oval-cut Orangy Red Garnet Diamond 20K Gold Ring
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
This Vintage IGI Vertified 1.21ct Oval-cut Orangy Red Garnet Diamond 20K Gold Ring is a stunning piece of jewelry that is sure to turn heads.
Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Gold, Gold, 22k Gold, White Gold
Certified 2.15 Carat Mandarin Garnet & Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
Surrounding the center stone is an enchanting double halo of 43 round diamonds (0.25 carats) adding shimmer and light, and 9 rose-cut diamonds (1.35 carats) offering vintage charm an...
Diamond, Garnet, Mandarin Garnet, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Three Stone Garnet & Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage three stone ring is a classic and highly wearable gemstone design, combining 0.76 carats total weight of garnets with 0.22 carats total weight of diamonds in a warm 14k ...
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.73 Carat Demantoid Garnet Diamond Platinum Ring, GRS Certified
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Certified by GRS as natural Natural Demantoid (Andradite-Garnet), originating from Ural Mountains. Ring size: 6 (sizable) Total weight: 10.6 grams
Diamond, Garnet, Platinum
$4,655Sale Price|20% Off
LEYSER 18k Rose Gold Rubellite Mandarin Garnet Diamond Ring
By Thomas Leyser
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
This exquisite 18k Rose Gold ring (19.38g) features: - 1 Rubellite Cabochon (round, 10mm, 4.60ct) - 8 faceted Mandarin Garnets (oval, 5x4mm, 3.52ct) - 16 brilliant-cut Diamonds (1mm...
Diamond, Garnet, Rubelite, Mandarin Garnet, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Garnet Diamond Cocktail Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
Metal: 14k yellow gold Gemstone: Garnet Weight: 10 carats approximately Gemstone: Diamond Weight: 1.20 carat total weight Size: 6 Gross Weight: 9.2 grams
Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Gold
French Art Deco Style Tsavorite Garnet Diamonds Platinum Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Total weight of the garnet : 1.24 carat approximately. Total weight of diamonds : 0.60 carat approximately.
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, Platinum
Yellow Gold Garnet Diamond Ring - 10k Cushion Checkerboard 1.10ct
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $35 or Down 1 size for $35 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Garnet Carat(s): 1.10ct Cut: Cushion Checkerboard Natural D...
Diamond, Garnet, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 2.48ct Hessonite Garnet & Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring, Italy
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 2.48 carat hessonite garnet and 1.02 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold cocktail ring; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry collections.
Diamond, Garnet, Hessonite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$3,349Sale Price / item|20% Off
Impressive Amethyst Pink Sapphire Garnet Diamond White Gold Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 14 K (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 45-Round 57-0,17-5/5A Amethyst 2-Round-0,1 2/1A Amethyst 2-Round-0,3 3/1A Garnet 3-Oval-0,38 2/2A Pink Sapphire 26-Round-0,...
Diamond, Amethyst, Garnet, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold
Cartier Meli Melo Chalcedony Tourmaline Garnet Diamond Platinum Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
Platinum Meli Melo Diamond Aquamarine Tourmaline Garnet Chalcedony Ring by Cartier.
Chalcedony, Diamond, Garnet, Tourmaline, Platinum
Laura Gallon 3.12ct Rhodolite Garnet & Diamond 18K Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, US
This timeless ring features an eye-catching 3.12 carats Rhodolite Garnet paired with six channel-set princess-cut diamonds totaling 0.42 carats on the shank.
Diamond, Garnet, Rhodolite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.61 Carat Garnet Diamond 14 Karat Gold Heart Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 14-karat gold, this necklace is hand set with 3.61 carats heart shape garnet & .17 carats of sparkling diamonds. See other matching heart garnet collection.
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold
14K White Gold Garnet & Diamond Ring Size 6.25 #15744
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Garnet and Diamond Eternity Band Ring Size 6.25 JAGi Certified- This lovely eternity band features ten round garnets and ten round brilliant cut diamonds...
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Garnet Diamond Bypass Ring - 14k Round 1.20ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $30 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Garnet Carat(s): 1.00ct Cut: Round Color: R...
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Spessartite Garnet Diamond Engagement Ring Untreated 14K White Gold
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
Crafted in a classic solitaire design with prong settings, Size 7 in excellent condition. Both the Garnet and diamonds are guaranteeing 100% natural gemstones.
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Meli Melo Chalcedony Tourmaline Garnet Diamond Platinum Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
Platinum "Meli Melo" Diamond Aquamarine Tourmaline Garnet Chalcedony Ring by Cartier.
Aquamarine, Chalcedony, Diamond, Garnet, Tourmaline, Platinum
$5,394Sale Price|20% Off
Garnet Diamond 18 Karat Gold Enamel Hand Made Ring
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Ring with faced garnet 10ct, baby blu enamel, 18kt White and Yellow gold gr 19,80, diamonds ct 0,95.
Garnet, 18k Gold
GIA Certified Demantoid Garnet Diamond Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Demantoid garnet and diamond engagement ring. GIA certified, .67ct green demantoid garnet center stone, set in 14k yellow gold with 4 diamonds accents. 1 round green demantoid garn...
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tsavorite, Garnets, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold Chameleon Ring
Located in Napoli, Campania
Fashion chameleon ring in 14 rose gold structure mounted with two diamonds as eyes and all the body is studded with tsavorite and garnets.
Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$691Sale Price|30% Off
Coral, Garnets, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Retrò Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Amazing retrò ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central flower of coral surrounded by garnets and diamonds. Externally,small garnets. This ring was totally h...
Coral, Diamond, Garnet, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Exceptional 12.55 Carat Tsavorite Garnet Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A superb 12.55 carat cushion-cut tsavorite, commands attention in this simple yet stylish ring. What makes this stone so special is its combination of size and quality. Finding an av...
Diamond, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Kai "On My Heart" Garnet Diamond Pearl Cocktail Ring
Located in Newport Beach, CA
The mix of textures and colors gives it a regal presence, making it just as suited for special occasions as it is for everyday wear. 14K Solid Gold 9 x 9 mm Natural Garnet｜Red｜Heart...
Diamond, Pearl, Garnet, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
3.25 Carat Tsavorite Garnet & Diamond Platinum Wavy Wide Band Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Natural tsavorite garnet and diamond cocktail ring in platinum featuring 3.25 carats of oval tsavorite garnets with 1.51 carats of diamonds in open-work wavy band design.
Diamond, Garnet, Platinum
Fire Opal Garnet Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold, 2.31 carat fire opal, garnet and handset with .92 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow 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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