Pear-Cut Natural Diamond Cluster Ring 1.31 Ct 18K White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Diera, AE
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Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
18k Gold diamond tank ring - family heirloom - Art Deco, Antique engagement ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this lovely small Rose Cut diamond ring. This Tank ring is made in 18 karat Yellow gold and marked with a 18K mark.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold, Pink Tourmaline, Garnet, and Diamond Ring
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Gross weight: 20.2 g Ring size: 6½ specialist note: Statement Pink Tourmaline, Diamond & Garnet 18K White Gold Ring A spectacular 18K white gold cocktail ring featuring a large o...
Diamond, Garnet, Tourmaline, White Gold
18K White Gold Floral Diamond Cluster Ring – 0.48 Carats
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Ring is set in 18 karat white gold. White Round Diamonds 0.48 carat US 6 Resizing is available
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamonds Emerald 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Ring weight 7 grams two big diamonds weight 0.70 karat Emerald weight 0.93 karat Small diamonds weight 0.56 karat Ring size 7.5 US 15.50 ITA (all rings are can be resized)
Emerald, Diamond, Silver, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
1.26ct Marquise Pear Diamond Cuff Ring 14K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Item Code :- SER-24300B (14k) Gross Wt. :- 2.27 gm 14k White Gold Wt. :- 2.02 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 1.26 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Ring Size :- 7 US & A...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.67ct Baguette Round Diamond Wedding Ring 14K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Its mesmerizing beauty is enhanced by the pristine white gold setting, which complements the diamond's inherent sparkle with its radiant shine.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Rose Gold Round Cut Diamond Heart Cluster Promise Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
Material : 14KT Rose Gold Gold Weight : 1.53 Gram Ring Size : EU-54, US-7, UK-N½ (Diameter-17.2mm) Set with : Diamonds Stone : 9 Natural Diamonds Diamond Carat : 0.06 Total Carat ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
14K White Gold Round Cut Diamond Heart Cluster Promise Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
Material : 14KT White Gold Gold Weight : 1.22 Gram Ring Size : EU-54, US-7, UK-N½ (Diameter-17.2mm) Set with : Diamonds Stone : 9 Natural Diamonds Diamond Carat : 0.06 Total Carat...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Round Cut Diamond Heart Cluster Promise Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
Material : 14KT Yellow Gold Gold Weight : 1.22 Gram Ring Size : EU-54, US-7, UK-N½ (Diameter-17.2mm) Set with : Diamonds Stone : 9 Natural Diamonds Diamond Carat : 0.06 Total Cara...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Cluster Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Floral Halo Twist Design
Located in London, GB
Beautiful diamond cluster ring crafted in solid 18ct yellow gold, featuring a classic floral halo design.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950’s 14K White Gold Diamond Ring
Located in Aventura, FL
There is no damage to the white gold setting. All European-cut diamonds are securely set in their original mountings, displaying the characteristic charm of vintage cutting.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Scrollwork Old European Cut Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Scrollwork Old European Cut Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold This 14k yellow gold ring features a 1.00ct Old European cut diamond set in a raised prong setting.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.15ct Sapphire Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 18ct White Gold.
Located in London, GB
Chunky blue sapphire and double diamond halo large solitaire engagement ring in 18ct white gold.
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
14K White Gold Smoky Quartz and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A striking statement piece from the Mid-Century era, this bold cocktail ring showcases a large, square-cut smoky quartz set in 14K white gold.
Diamond, Quartz, 14k Gold, White Gold
1950s Diamond and Ruby 15K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive ruby and diamond ring has been crafted in 15k yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k White Gold 0.96ct Princess Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k White Gold 0.96ct Princess Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring Material: 14K White Gold Style: 14k White Gold Princess Cut Diamond 4-Prong Solitaire Engagement Ring Center Dia...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 4.85 Carat Emerald and 1.80 Carat Diamond White Gold Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive vintage emerald and diamond ring has been crafted in 9k white gold with silver settings.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, Silver
1.00Ct Pear Shape Diamond Ring In Rose Gold And white Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The setting of the diamonds in this ring appears to be done in such a way as to maximize their visual impact, with the larger stones possibly serving as focal points, while smaller d...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Natural 6.2cts Oval Tanzanite & 1cts Diamond Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
We pay tax and shipping expenses. 6.2 Carat Oval Tanzanite & 1 Ct Diamond Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold, Estate, Size 7 This extraordinary, 6.10-carat tanzanite is truly an extraor...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Yellow Gold Magnolia Engagement Ring with One Carat Yellow Diamond
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
The flower is relatively large, but still comfortable to wear. This ring can be a precious highlight for an evening look, showcasing the alluring shine of the yellow gold and yellow ...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Electra Amethyst Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Feasterville, PA
Crafted from 18 karat yellow gold, this ring features a large oval amethyst, exuding a majestic deep purple hue.
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$11,200Sale Price|20% Off
1950's Ruby Diamond Cocktail 18k White Gold Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Presenting a mesmerizing ruby and diamond ring that captivates with its stunning design, featuring a brilliant pear-shaped ruby encircled by a vibrant double halo of diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold
$3,671Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Diamond Wrap Ring, 2.40 Carats, Mixed-Cut Diamonds, 18K Yellow Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
The substantial diamond weight and warm gold setting deliver remarkable visual presence.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate Pavé Diamond Cluster Ring, 18k Yellow Gold 1.03ctw, Hideko
Located in Orlando, FL
18K Yellow Gold Pavé Diamond Cluster Ring, Signed Hideko, Japan, Ribbed Shank, Size 6 Specifications Metal: 18K yellow gold (K18 hallmark stamped in shank) Maker: signed "Hideko," J...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,384Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Diamond Wrap Ring, 1.20 Carats, Mixed-Cut Diamonds, 18K Yellow Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
The warm gold setting enhances the diamonds’ presence while reinforcing the design’s modern character.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elegant 18K Gold Pink Coral Diamond Cocktail Ring, 0.21ct
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
The coral’s soft hue and natural warmth lend the ring a timeless, feminine elegance. Accentuating the design are four white gold elements set with brilliant-cut diamonds, symmetrica...
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1.24 Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond Platinum & 18K Gold Swirl Floral Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Ring size 5.75, adjustable. Product Specifications: Item Type: Floral Swirl Halo Engagement Ring / Cocktail Ring Metal: Platinum 950 with 18K Yellow Gold Prong Basket Size: Approxim...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Tanzanite Diamond cocktail ring 18KT white gold Fine craftsmanship
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Classical beauty! Large oval tanzanite at 3 carats accompanied by a large halo of natural sparkling fine diamonds in 18KT white gold.
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pear & Marquise Diamond Scatter Bypass Wrap Ring 1.62 Ct 18K Gold Open Ring
Located in Diera, AE
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18K Yellow Gold Black Rhodium Tanzanite Tsavorite Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Discover refined elegance with this Victorian-inspired Diamond, Semi-Precious Stone, and Pearl Statement Ring, an exceptional piece designed to showcase intricate craftsmanship and l...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Tsavorite, Yellow Gold, Rhodium
Genuine Baguette Diamond Emerald 14k Yellow Gold Cocktail Fine Ring Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
Natural Emerald Gemstone 14k Yellow Gold Baguette Diamond Cocktail Ring Fine Jewelry Details: SKU: RIMJ-1030 Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Gross Wt: 8.47 gms Gold Wt: 6.74 gms Diamond Wt:...
Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Embrace Collection, White Gold Ring with Iolite and Diamonds
By Angeletti
Located in Roma, IT
Embrace Collection by Angeletti. White Gold Ring With Iolite and Diamonds. Iconic Embrace Model, Designed and Manifactured in Rome.
Diamond, Iolite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Gold Aquamarine & Diamond Cocktail Ring, Size 7 - 20.6g
Located in Providence, RI
The diamonds, set in a 14k white gold prong setting for a sturdier hold, create a dazzling contrast against the aquamarine, further amplifying its natural beauty.
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1.78 Carat Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Snake Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This impressive, large vintage diamond and gold cocktail ring is supplied with two IDGL diamond grading report certificates for the feature stones, in addition to an IDGL diamond gra...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Rossella Ugolini 24kt Gold Plated Moon Inspired Gray Diamonds Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
This 24-karat yellow gold-plated sterling silver contraire ring features a large hammered sphere for a natural, organic surface.
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold Plate, 24k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Floral Dome Natural Diamond Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
★ MATERIALS ★ Stone: Natural Diamond Shape: Round Carat: 1.82 ct Clarity: SI Color: FGH ★ THE METAL ★ 14K Solid Gold Available in Yellow/White/Rose gold ★ HIGHLIGH...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 3.93 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive, large vintage 3.93 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold solitaire ring: part of our vintage jewelry and jewelry collections.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Marquise Natural Diamond Chevron Center Ring 1.49 Ct 18K White Gold Open Ring
Located in Diera, AE
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Diamond, White Gold
Vintage 2.20 Carat Diamond and 14k White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The large 1950s diamond cluster ring is an excellent gauge of gold and is in excellent condition.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Cocktail Ring 18kt Yellow Gold with Diamonds and 11.50ct Sapphire
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The diamonds are also secured in elegant prong settings, maintaining a harmonious and sophisticated silhouette across the ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Roberto Coin Ring Black White Diamond Ring Rare Circle Motif 18 Karat White Gold
By Roberto Coin
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning and rare ring by Roberto Coin in a circle flower motif design with Black and White Diamonds in 18 Karat White Gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Brilliant Cut Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Arnhem, NL
A vintage 14 karat white gold ring with 25 brilliant cut diamonds set in a floral cluster setting.
Diamond, White Gold
Natural Diamond 0.19CT 18Karat White Gold Baguette Engagement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
The 18-karat white gold setting offers a pristine canvas that enhances the brilliance of the diamonds, making this ring suitable for any occasion.
Diamond, White Gold
Antique and Vintage 3.22ct Diamond and 18k White Gold Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The substantial and broad ring shoulders and gold band incorporate thirty-two modern brilliant round cut diamonds, pavé set within paired paisley-shaped settings, creating butterfly ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage GIA 5.95ct Marquise Diamond Engagement Platinum Ring Gold Diamond Jacket
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Diamond Engagement Three Stone Marquise Diamond Platinum Ring With Fitted 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Jacket The 'Era of Excess', when bold and daring fashion, daring styles emb...
Diamond, Platinum, Gold
Vintage Diamond and Ruby 18 karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
An entourage ring is a ring with a large center stone surrounded by a row of smaller stones, usually diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat White Gold Square Cut Certified Diamond Engagement Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Step into a world of timeless elegance with this Solitaire Princess Cut Diamond Wedding Ring, meticulously handcrafted in luxurious 18 Karat White Gold.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Diamond Cluster 14 Karat White Gold Dome Ring
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Complemented by the 14 karat white gold setting, this style is a great choice for engagement or as cocktail ring.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Cluster Ring 0.50 Carat in 14K White Gold, Size 7
Located in New York, NY
The stones are arranged in a cohesive cluster formation, creating a bright, unified surface that enhances overall sparkle and gives the appearance of a larger center presence. Craft...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.50ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring in 14k White Gold
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite ring features bright, white larger round diamonds, each encircled by individual halos.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Triple X Kiss Ring 1.00 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold
Located in London, GB
The round brilliant cut diamonds, micro claw set in a line setting on each of the X rings, shimmer and sparkle together, creating a dazzling and elegant display.
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,486Sale Price|20% Off
Cluster Diamond Solitaire Band Ring Made In 18kt White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Metal Information: Metal Type: 18KT White Gold Gold Weight: 2.17 grams Diamond Details: Total Diamond Weight: 0.96 carats Setting Style: Cluster Stone Shape: Round Brilliant Mix Pr...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Angeletti Embrace White Gold With Diamonds Cabochon Lapislazzuli Cocktail Ring
By Angeletti
Located in Roma, IT
Angeletti Embrace White Gold With Diamonds Cabochon Lapislazzuli Cocktail Ring.
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond Ring 1.25 cts 18 Karat Yellow Gold Eternity Wedding Band Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
DETAILS Metal: 18kt Yellow Gold Weight: 2.40 Grams Gemstone: Natural Diamonds Shape: Round Brilliant Total Carat Weight:1.25 ct Number of Gemstones: 126 Setting Style: Cluster Set (R...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Diamond Ring 1.25 cts 18 Karat White Gold Eternity Wedding Band Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
DETAILS Metal: 18kt White Gold Weight: 2.40 Grams Gemstone: Natural Diamonds Shape: Round Brilliant Total Carat Weight:1.25 ct Number of Gemstones: 126 Setting Style: Cluster Set (Ro...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold 1/5 Cttw Diamond Double Triangle Ring
Located in New York, NY
Product Features: Diamond Type: Natural White Diamonds Diamond Count: 26 Round-Cut Diamonds Diamond Color: G-H Diamond Clarity: SI1-SI2 Diamond Weight: 0.205 cttw Diamond Setting Ty...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k 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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