14 Karat Gold Emerald Cut Aquamarine Diamond Cocktail Ring 13.75 Carat
Located in Wallkill, NY
This is a amazing ring. Large Aquamarine approximately 13.75 Carats set in a stunning 14K gold basket setting with leaf accents (mixed rose gold & Yellow Gold) with diamond accen...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique Natural Saltwater Pearl and Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive large antique pearl and diamond ring has been crafted in 18k white gold.
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
Kunzite Diamond Halo Ring 9.48 Carat Oval Pink Enamel 18K Rose Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
A bold and feminine kunzite and diamond halo ring crafted in solid 18K rose gold, featuring a large oval cut natural kunzite weighing approximately 9.48 carats.
Diamond, White Diamond, Kunzite, Morganite, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, W...
Cartier Rose Gold Diamond Rose Quartz Amulette De Cartier Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A Cartier rose gold diamond rose quartz Amulette De Cartier ring This 18 karat rose gold ring from the Amulette de Cartier collection is designed as a circular talisman, set with ro...
Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Santagostino 18k Gold Enamel and Diamond "Enchanted Garden" Statement Ring
Located in Marcianise, IT
Brilliant-cut diamonds are strategically scattered throughout the setting, mimicking the glint of dew drops.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Black Enamel Ring Emerald Diamond Star Cocktail Ring
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Black Enamel Ring White Diamonds 14k Gold Plated Shooting Star Cocktail Ring Designer J DAUPHIN This Black Enamel Bubble large cocktail ring has a shooting star motif swe...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
6.94 Carat Emerald Cut Ruby & Diamond 18K Black Bezel Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Product Specifications: Item Type: Cocktail Ring / Statement Ring Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Shank and Bezel with Black Gold Frame Size: 7 (adjustable) Weight: 12.66 grams Ring Face: 23m...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold 3.00ct Cushion-Cut Sapphire & Diamond Vintage Ring
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
The cushion cut is celebrated for its vintage appeal and exceptional ability to hold rich, saturated color. Its larger facets act like prisms, breaking light into spectacular bursts ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, 14k Gold
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
2 Carat Diamond Cluster 14K Gold Ribbed Shank Mens Signet Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Men's signet-style ring featuring 2.00 carats of round diamonds in concentric cluster design set in 14K yellow gold with ribbed shank.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Solitaire Natural Diamond Proposal Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
This emerald cut solitaire diamond ring features a large emerald-shaped natural diamond set in a four-prong basket setting.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
6.51 ct Natural Zambian Emerald 14k Gold Baguette Diamond Cocktail Ring Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
14k Solid Yellow Gold Natural Baguette, Round Diamond Zambian Emerald Gemstone Cocktail Ring Jewelry Details: SKU: RIMJ-1034 Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Gross Wt: 8.68 gms Gold Wt: 6.99...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 0.73ct Diamond and Ruby 18k Rose Gold Snake Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 0.73 carat diamond and 0.03 ruby, 18 karat rose gold snake ring; part of our diverse antique snake jewellery collection.
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
Natural Zambian Emerald Baguette Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring Art Deco
Located in Jaipur, IN
10.62 cts Natural Zambian Emerald 14k Yellow Gold Baguette Diamond Art Deco Ring Fine Jewelry Details: SKU: RIMJ-1031 Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Gross Wt: 9.57 gms Gold Wt: 7.08 gms Dia...
Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
5.75 Carat Sapphire Diamond White Gold Extra Wide Band Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Uncommonly wide sapphire and diamond cluster ring. 18mm 14k white gold setting.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Old European Cut Diamond Ring of 14k White Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Resizing is available upon request for an additional charge. Materials: diamond, gold, white gold, 14k gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
.78 Carat White Diamond Baguette Octagonal Solitaire Ring 18k Rose Gold
By Karma El Khalil
Located in New York, NY
Elegance meets sophistication in this stunning 0.78 carat white diamond baguette solitaire ring, set in a lustrous 18k rose gold band.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18K Gold 2.6 Carat Marquise Diamond Ring by Lawrence Martin Kling
Located in Venice, CA
This 18k gold ring was designed by Laurence Martin Kling and features a 2.6 carat marquise brilliant diamond.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
18 karat yellow gold tank ring - rose cut diamond - Retro bow ring with stars
Located in Antwerp, BE
It are four larger rose cut diamonds that give the ring some extra sparkle in their platina setting.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2.80tcw 14K Gold Natural Emerald-Emerald Cut & Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
The men's ring is made in solid 14K yellow gold and is accented by brilliant round diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 11k White Gold .57ct Old European Cut Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
The diamond displays a beautifully soft, warm tone that enhances the ring’s antique charm while complementing the cool luster of the white gold setting.
Diamond, White Gold
Signed Mid-Century Modern 14K Gold, Diamond, & Sapphire Starburst Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine signed Mid-Century Modern sapphire and diamond ring. With a large, Old European cut diamond (ca. 6.7mm) prong set in the center of a starburst setting with 8 small round...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, 14k Gold
1920s 1.30ct Sapphire and 1.65ct Diamond 18k White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive Cushion cut 1.30 carat sapphire and 1.65 carat diamond, 18k white gold cluster ring; part of our sapphire jewellery collection.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian Engagement Ring 14k Gold Silver Old Mine Cut Diamond
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This classic Victorian ring is made of 14 karat yellow gold and silver and featuring an approximately 1.75-carat hand-faceted old mine cut diamond (O-P color, VS2 clarity).
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver, 14k Gold
18 Karat Gold 9.50 Carat Ruby and Diamond Solitaire Diamond Eternity Band Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
The eternity band ring is crafted with a combination of one large solitaire ruby stone and two slightly smaller solitaire diamonds set parallely that gives it a touch of perfection a...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Diamond Ring with 1.33 Carat Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
Garter ring in 18-karat white gold and diamonds Large garter ring in 18K white gold setting round diamonds and baguette diamonds for a total weight of approximately 1.33 carats.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond 0.37 carats 18KT White Gold Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Captivate with the dazzling beauty of this exquisite claw-set diamond ring. The cluster setting features an emerald shape, skillfully designed to create the illusion of a larger soli...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.65ct Diamond marquise chunky solitaire engagement ring 18ct white gold
Located in London, GB
0.65ct Diamond marquise chunky solitaire engagement ring 18ct white gold 0.65ct Marquise Diamond Engagement Ring With Diamond Band In 18k Gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,032Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Diamond 0.40 carats 18KT White Gold Wedding Band Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Filled with breathtaking sparkle, this white gold diamond marquise cluster five Diamond ring is the ring that everyone dreams of wearing.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.15ct Sapphire Diamond Halo Solitaire 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, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.46 Carat Diamond Ring in 18K Rose and White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
These diamonds are likely arranged in a pavé setting, giving the illusion of a single, larger diamond while providing a brilliant shimmer.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Oval Blue Topaz & Pavé Diamond Bypass Cocktail Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
A Ring of Two Worlds — Oval Blue Topaz & Diamond Pavé Bypass Cocktail Ring in 14K Solid Yellow Gold Details:- Item Code:- RIMJ-1014-BT Material - 14K Solid Yellow Gold Diamond Weigh...
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chromia Emerald Trapiche & White Diamond 18K White Gold Ring 24.98cts
By Chromia NYC
Located in New York, NY
The clean, polished white gold setting adds a modern edge to the organic beauty of the emerald, while maintaining a timeless silhouette.
White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$38,973Sale Price|41% Off
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring with Two Carats Cushion Diamond
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
Although the flower is large, the ring is comfortable to wear and can be a precious highlight for evening looks, showcasing the power of shining gold and crushed ice diamond.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
14.55 Carat Cushion Peridot & Diamond Split Shank 18K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Product Specifications: Item Type: Cocktail Ring Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Size: 6 (adjustable) Weight: 9.03 grams Ring Dimensions: 18mm x 25mm (total face) Shank Style: Split Shank wit...
Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Cut Natural Diamond Gemstone Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
★ MATERIALS ★ Stone: Natural Emerald Shape: Emerald Carat: 3.49 ct Color: Green Stone: Natural Diamond Shape: Baguette Carat: 0.32 ct Clarity: SI Color: FGH ★ THE METAL ★ 1...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold marquise ring with a central diamond of 5.45 carat
Located in AMSTELVEEN, NH
Diamond Weight: 5.45 carats Cut Shape: Marquise Color: warm tinted (L) Purity: SI-P Grinding quality: Very good Side stones: 2 diamonds Weight: 1.00 carat Cut Shape: Marquise...
Diamond, Gold
Rossella Ugolini 18k yellow Gold 0.45 Carat White Diamonds Citrine Cocktail Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
An oval briolette-cut citrine is surrounded by 0.40 carats of round brilliant-cut white diamonds set in 18-karat yellow gold. The cocktail ring is a rounded rectangle with an oval ci...
Citrine, White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold, Citrine, Onyx, and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage gold, citrine, onyx, and diamond cocktail ring.
Citrine, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.10 Carat Old European Diamond Pierced Art Deco Dome Gold Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Whether gifted or worn as a personal indulgence, it promises to adorn and inspire. 11 old European cut Diamonds, approx. total weight 1.10cts, G – H, VS – SI Size 5.75 and sizable 1...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Italian Art Deco Gold Cocktail Ring Flower Design with Diamonds
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The intricate flower design, a hallmark of Art Deco jewelry, adds a touch of romanticism and femininity to the ring. The pavé setting technique ensures that the smaller diamonds are ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Diamond Pavé Cluster Ring 0.71 Carat in 14K Yellow Gold, Size 7
Located in New York, NY
The pavé setting allows for a more expansive look across the surface, giving the impression of a larger diamond presence while maintaining a refined and low-profile silhouette.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pradera Ring Yellow Gold with Natural Turquoise and Fancy Yellow Diamonds
By Pradera Irama
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Elegant and sculptural ring crafted in 18K yellow gold, featuring a beautifully carved natural turquoise centerpiece with flowing shell-inspired lines.
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat White Gold Princess Cut 2.01 Ct Diamond Solitaire 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 14 Karat White Gold.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.22ct Diamond Princess Illusion Set engagement ring in 14ct white gold
Located in London, GB
Chunky diamond princess cut illusion set in 14k white gold large ring.
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage 17.67 carat Citrine and 1.33 carat Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive vintage gemstone ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The pierced decorated, cluster style setting displays a large oval faceted cut citrine,...
Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,373Sale Price / item|0% Off
18Karat White Gold 0.47 Carat Solitaire Marquise Cut Diamond Band Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Item Code :- SER-24433 Gross Wt. :- 6.36 gm 18k Solid White Gold Wt. :- 6.27 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.47 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Ring Size :- 7 US ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.77ct Marquise Lab Diamond 14K Two-Tone Gold Engagement Ring Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
The two-tone decision is the most considered design element of this ring. The halo and centre setting are white gold — which keeps the diamonds reading white and cool, the way most p...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
GEM Report Certified 1.24 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Gold Ring
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Set in 14K white gold, the diamond rests in a regal six-prong crown setting, elevating its vintage charm.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Floral Cluster Natural Diamond Proposal Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
The center is structured with a composite illusion setting, creating the look of a larger solitaire.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified 9.70 Carat Morganite & Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Imagine a ring that whispers of romance and radiates an inner glow.
Diamond, Morganite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Spectacular Substantial Art Nouveau Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Double Snake Ring
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful large scale antique Art Nouveau period double serpent diamond and 14K yellow gold ring.
White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,199Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Diamond Multi Row Wrap Ring 18K Yellow Gold 2.15 Ct Mixed Shape Diamond
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Each diamond is thoughtfully positioned to create movement and balance throughout the ring, while the warm yellow gold setting provides a beautiful contrast against the bright white ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 0.30 Carat Fancy Deep Pink Diamond 18K White Gold Halo Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Ring Size 7, adjustable. Product Specifications: Item Type: Double Halo Cocktail Ring / Statement Ring Metal: 18K White and Rose Gold Size: 7 (adjustable) Weight: 5.75 grams Ring Fa...
Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
1910s Antique Sapphire and 1.21 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive antique sapphire ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with a 14k white gold setting.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14.80 carat treated ruby diamond 14k white gold cluster cocktail ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The ring is crafted in 14k white gold, providing a bright, reflective setting that amplifies the brilliance of the diamonds while offering a clean structural frame for the oversized ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Emerald, Diamond and Hammered 22 Karat Gold and Sterling Ring
Located in Nantucket, MA
An unusual asymmetrical ring constructed of hammered sterling and a weighted 22K Gold (not a vermeil) with a large, faceted emerald and small diamond on the side.
Diamond, Emerald, 22k Gold, Sterling Silver
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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