Tiffany & Co. 18k Gold, Platinum and Diamond Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Gold, Platinum and Diamond Ring 18 kt., one round diamond weighing 1.03 cts., weight inscribed, 10 baguette diamonds ap. .55 ct., signed Tiffany & Co., ap. 3.6 dwts.
18k Gold, Platinum
1920s Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold and Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive antique ruby ring has been crafted in 15k yellow gold with platinum settings.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Platinum and 18K Yellow Gold 0.37ct Diamond and Ruby Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
A vertical channel of baguette diamonds totaling 0.37 carats cut into the shoulders beside it, adding a sharper geometric edge against the ruby center stone.Offered in estate conditi...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 3 Stone Ring with 5.02ct Fancy Intense Yellow Radiant Cut
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum Ring, featuring a breathtaking centerpiece: a 5.02-carat Natural Fancy Intense Yellow Even SI2 Radiant Shape Diamond certified ...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Diamond and Pearl Rose Gold Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 4.5 Metal Type: 14 Karat Rose Gold and Platinum Top Weight: 3.0 grams Center Diamond Details: Shape: Old European Carat Weight: .45 carat Color: J Clarity:...
White Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
18K Gold and Aquamarine Engagement Ring. 1.10ct and Diamond Accent Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Era: Edwardian-Style, Handcrafted Vintage-Style Material: Platinum and 18k Yellow Gold Ring Size: 6.5, resizable at no extra cost.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold
8.00ct Diamond Platinum and 18k Yellow Gold Love Ring
Located in New York, NY
An extraordinary expression of contemporary luxury, this striking Love Ring is masterfully crafted in platinum and 18k yellow gold and lavishly set with approximately 8.00 carats of ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 14kt Gold and Platinum 5 Diamonds Ring
Located in Aventura, FL
Period: 1910's Style: Edwardian Metal: 14Kt Gold & Platinum Stone: Diamond Ring size: 9 1/2 (resizable).
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Platinum and 18k Yellow Gold Mandarin Garnet Ring
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Platinum And 18k Yellow Gold Mandarin Garnet Ring Features 13.20 Carat Of Garnet And 1.50 Yellow Diamonds And 1.50ct Of Round Diamond (F-g Vs) Carat Of Yellow Diamonds
Platinum, Yellow Gold, Mixed Metal
Platinum and 18kt Rose Gold Fancy Diamond Ring
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Platinum and 18kt rose gold fancy diamond ring with center fancy brown 5.03ct marquee shape set in a halo from pink diamonds in micro pave diamond setting with 4.86cts of white big ...
Diamond, Platinum, Rose Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold and Platinum Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold and Platinum Diamond Ring Size 5.5 - This sparkling ring features three round brilliant cut diamonds (center: .45 ct., sides: .20 ct. each) set in classic 14K y...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Guilloche Enamel and Diamond Ring of Platinum and 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
An elegant jewel, this ring was created from an antique button (circa 1900) and thoughtfully transformed with the addition of a custom 14k gold band.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
$3,600Sale Price|20% Off
Krementz Platinum and Yellow Gold Amethyst and Diamond Ring
By Krementz & Co
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful Platinum and Yellow Gold and Diamond Faceted Oval Amethyst size 6 Ring.
Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Diamond Yellow Gold and Platinum Set Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This impressive diamond solitaire ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with a platinum setting.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 18K Yellow Gold/ Platinum Diamond and Emerald Ring Engagement Ring.
Located in San Francisco, CA
I'm loving this Antique 18K Yellow Gold/ Platinum Diamond and Emerald Ring Engagement Ring!
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Contemporary ruby diamond platinum and 18k gold cluster ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in a rich blend of platinum and 18k gold, the ring is engraved with its diamond and ruby weight and finished with a purity mark, a thoughtful documented detail rarely found i...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage Diamond Platinum and 18 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The diamonds have platinum detail around them and the ring has a chunky feel.
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Edwardian emerald diamond 18k gold and platinum cluster ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Their soft antique brilliance and delicate shimmer bring luminous contrast to the emerald, while 37 calibré cut emeralds add vivid color and graceful geometric detail. Crafted in 18k...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Italian Pt900 Platinum and 18k Gold Tourmaline And Diamond Ring
Located in Plantation, FL
The ring is stamped Pt900 and 750, confirming platinum and 18K gold purity, along with an Italian workshop mark, indicating production by an independent Italian jewelry atelier.
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Platinum
Platinum and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Weston, MA
The “bud” is magnified in importance and significance by its 0.75 inch rise above the finger. The ring is set in platinum and 18k gold. The center top stone weighs approximately 1.15...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Zircon and Diamond 18 Carat Gold and Platinum Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Modelled in 18carat yellow gold and stones set in platinum. Ring Size: Q or 8 1/4 Cluster Diameter: 10mm Height Off Finger: 6mm Weight: 3.5g
Diamond, Zircon, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Platinum and Gold 8.69 Carat Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Cincinnati, OH
This is a stunning, eye-catching design! Platinum and 14 karat gold mounting, handmade in great condition.
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Diamond Platinum and 18 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
On top of this simple 18 Carat Gold band sits seven bright diamonds with a total weight of 20pts. Made in Birmingham, England. Ring Size: M or 6 1/4 Band Width: 3.5mm Weight: 2.9g
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Yellow Gold and Platinum Daisy Ring with Emerald and Diamonds
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
A charming daisy-style ring crafted in 18K yellow gold and platinum (950‰), centering on a vibrant cushion-cut emerald of approximately 1.10 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Platinum and 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Band Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold and Platinum and Diamond Band Ring Size 7.5- This lovely band features ten round single cut diamonds set in beautifully detailed 14K yellow gold and platinum.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond Ring. Elongated Platinum 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Era: Edwardian Era Material: Platinum on 18k yellow gold Ring Size: 8.25, resizable to any finger size at no extra cost The centerpiece of this elegant Edwardian ring is a cushion c...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Gold
1.05 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold and Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 6 Metal Type: 14 karat Yellow Gold & Platinum Prongs [Tested and Hallmarked] Weight: 3 grams Center Stone Details: Weight: 1.05 carat Cut: Old European Bri...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 0.50ct Diamond and Pearl Ring in 18k Gold and Platinum
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum and hallmarked with a purity mark, the ring has a gram weight of 2.90 grams and is sized 9.75, with resizing available.
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Antique Diamond and Yellow Gold Platinum Set Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive antique diamond cocktail ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with a platinum setting.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage emerald diamond platinum and 18k yellow gold ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage 1990s ring showcases a vibrant 1.59 carat emerald, accented by baguette diamonds, elegantly set in platinum and 18k yellow gold for a timeless look.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1930s Diamond and Yellow Gold Platinum Set Solitaire Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This impressive antique diamond solitaire ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with a platinum setting.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1.23 Carat Diamond Platinum and White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 3.25 Metal Type: Platinum and 18 Karat White Gold Weight: 2.3 grams Center Diamond Details: Shape: Old European Brilliant Carat Weight: 1.23 carat Color: ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
$14,268Sale Price|20% Off
Opal and Diamond Platinum Ring
By Michael Rose
Located in London, GB
An opal and diamond platinum ring This beautiful opal and diamond ring is handcrafted in platinum.
Diamond, Opal, Platinum, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1910s Diamond and White Gold Platinum Set Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive diamond cocktail ring has bee crafted in 18k white gold with a platinum setting.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Vintage Diamond Platinum and 18K Gold Unisex Watch Face Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Unisex Platinum and 18K gold unisex compass ring features 0.30 carats of diamonds set into a watch face or compass-motif design, weighing 13.08 grams of platinum and gold combined.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Tanzanite Diamond Gold Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This platinum and gold ring features a 10.88 carat oval shaped tanzanite with a favorable violetish-blue color.
Diamond, Tanzanite, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Diamond 18 Carat Gold and Platinum Solitaire Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
A vintage 18 carat gold ring with a diamond set in platinum with platinum detailed shoulders.
Diamond, Platinum, Gold
Two Tone 18k Yellow Gold and Platinum Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This two tone ring features a sleek blend of 18k yellow and platinum for a modern yet timeless look. The contrasting metals create a bold, sophisticated design with clean lines and s...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 18k Yellow Gold and Platinum Diamond Ring, Circa 1910
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
With this ring, innovation shines through in a design that marries warm 18k yellow gold with cool platinum for a look that feels both romantic and refined.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1950s Diamond and Yellow Gold Platinum Set Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive vintage diamond cocktail ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with a platinum setting.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 14k White Gold and Platinum 3.07tcw Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage engagement ring and jacket set is crafted in a combination of 14k white gold and platinum, featuring diamonds totaling approximately 3.07 carats.
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Diamond Platinum and 18 Carat Gold Three Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous ring holds three sparkly diamonds set in platinum and the rest of the ring is modelled in 18 carat gold.
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Beautiful Platinum and Gold Ring and Earrings Rose Cut Diamonds and Pearls
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful Vintage Platinum & 18 kt Ring & Earrings with Rose cut Diamonds & Natural Pearls Diamonds: 32 rose cut diamonds Pearls: 2 with a diameter of approx 6.4 mm Material: Pla...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Platinum
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold and Platinum, Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire and Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1910 This exquisite Edwardian ring showcases a stunning rectangular design that elegantly spans across the finger.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$4,560Sale Price|20% Off
Two tone platinum and 18KT yellow gold engagement ring royal retro ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Two tone diamond ring in platinum and 18KT yellow gold, beautiful retro ring.
Yellow Gold, Platinum
Platinum and 18K Yellow Gold 1.0ct Diamond Ring MF22-050626
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Crafted from a combination of Platinum and 18K Yellow Gold, it measures 4mm wide and features a 4mm top height.This jewelry piece is offered in estate condition and includes a gift box.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
1920s 14k Yellow Gold and Platinum Filigree Diamond Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
1920s 14k Yellow Gold and Platinum Filigree Diamond Ring - 14k yellow gold and platinum - .40 ct Euro cut SI1/SI2 Diamond - Size 5 This is a stunning ring from the 1920s made f...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Platinum and 18K Gold Unisex Natural Diamond Pinky Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Natural round-cut diamond cluster in two-toned 18k yellow gold and platinum. Featuring an ascending ring face and smooth ends that sit beautifully on the finger.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
$76,000Sale Price|20% Off
David Webb Ruby and Diamond Ring – 18K Gold & Platinum
By David Webb
Located in Chicago, IL
The ring is marked “18K 900Pt Webb”, confirming the gold and platinum content as well as the maker.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Garnet Diamond Ring Cocktail Modern Minimalist Ring Platinum and 18kt Gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stunning and rare rhodolite garnet ring made in platinum and 18Kt yellow gold with natural diamonds.
Diamond, Tsavorite, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Victorian sapphire diamond 18k gold and platinum navette ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Victorian 18k white gold ring from the 1880s features five vibrant pear cut sapphires, framed by sparkling old European cut diamonds for an elegant vintage charm. Center stone:...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Emerald and Diamond Bombe Ring in 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A spectacular vintage bombe-style ring showcasing an exquisite 3.73-carat cushion-cut emerald at its center, set in 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
.50 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold and Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 6.5 Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold & Plat [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3 grams Center Diamond Details: Weight: .50 carat Cut: Old European Brilliant Color: I Clarity: ...
White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Aquamarine and Diamond Engagement Ring. 1.10ct Aquamarine Ring Platinum 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
The setting is crafted in platinum, ensuring durability and a lustrous finish, while the band is composed of warm 18k yellow gold, creating an elegant contrast that highlights the be...
Diamond, Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold, Gold
Rolling Platinum Diamond Bands and Eighteen Karat Gold Rings, 0.52ct
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Celebrate modern luxury with this sophisticated rolling ring crafted from luxurious platinum and 18K gold.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Platinum and Rose Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Cushion and Pink Diamonds
Located in San Diego, CA
Rose Gold & Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring Style: Halo Metal: Platinum and 14k Rose Gold Size: 6.25 - sizable Total Carat Weight: 1.50 tcw Diamond Shape: Cushion Cut Approxim...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
18K Yellow Gold and Platinum Diamond Dome Right Hand Ring
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Preowned 18K yellow gold and platinum diamond dome ring The yellow gold body is inset with a platinum plate, pave set with 68 round single cut diamonds with an approximate total weig...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Platinum and 18K Yellow Gold 3.29ct Diamond Ring MF03-020626
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Crafted from a combination of Platinum and 18K Yellow Gold, this luxurious two stone ring is beautifully balanced.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Deco diamond 14k yellow gold and platinum engagement ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Graded G-H color and VS clarity, the delicate diamond accents add subtle brilliance and period detail, enhancing the ring’s classic Art Deco charm. Crafted in 14k yellow gold and pla...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18ct Yellow Gold and Platinum Diamond Daisy Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Art Deco Diamond Cluster Ring This stunning Art Deco-inspired ring is a masterpiece of craftsmanship. A brilliant-cut center diamond, surrounded by a halo of sparkling diamonds, tak...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
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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