Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring – 1.63ct GRS-Certified
Located in Hong Kong, HK
At its heart is a 1.63 carat GRS-certified ruby, secured by yellow gold prongs to draw attention to its deep red hue.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GRS Certified 16.50 Carat Natural Emerald Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
GRS Certified 16.50 Carat Natural Emerald Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring in Platinum Emerald and Diamond Ring features a large Emerald shaped Natural Emerald weighing 16.50 carats and i...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Bulgari 14.03ct SSEF & GRS Certified Blue Sapphire Ceylon No Heat Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Set with an oval sapphire weighing 14.03 carats, accented with baguette and brilliant-cut diamonds, mounted in 18k white gold, signed Bulgari, numbered, Italian maker's mark and assa...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
$68,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 4.21 Carat Burmese Oval Unheated Ruby 18K Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
A timeless creation by Cecile Blake, this exquisite ring showcases a vibrant 4.21-carat natural ruby of Burmese origin, certified by GRS for its pinkish-red hue and untreated status.
Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$39,200Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 4.12 Carat No-Heat Royal Blue Ceylon Oval Sapphire Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
A striking and elegant piece, this three-stone ring features a vivid royal blue sapphire of exceptional quality, certified by GRS as natural, untreated, and of Sri Lankan origin.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum
Spectra Fine Jewelry GRS Certified 14.80 Carat Royal Blue Ceylon Sapphire Ring
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Accompanied by Gubelin, GRS, and AGL certifications, the sapphire stands as a true treasure of nature.
Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
GRS Certified 5.79 Carat Oval Royal Blue Sapphire and Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GRS Certified 5.79 Carat Oval Royal Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold.
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold
10.30 Carat GRS Certified Blue Sapphire and Heart Shaped Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The sapphire, certified by GRS Lab to be of Sri Lankan origin, is of gem quality, with vivid blue colour and excellent clarity as well as brilliance.
Yellow Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$216,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 5 Carat Pigeon Blood Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
A remarkable statement of rarity and color, this exquisite three-stone ring features a 5 carat vivid red ruby of Mozambique origin, certified by GRS.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$72,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 5.57 Carat VIVID GREEN Oval Diamond Ring NO OIL
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite emerald and diamond ring features a bright green oval-shaped emerald at the center, surrounded by a glittering halo of diamonds and emeralds. Crafted in platinum T...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
GRS Certified 4.93 Carat Emerald & Diamond 18K Gold Floral Cluster Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A vivid 1.61 carat GRS Certified Zambian emerald sits at the center of this 18K white and yellow gold floral motif ring, surrounded by 2.38 carats of bright green emeralds and framed...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Spectra Fine Jewelry GRS Certified 10.06 Carat Burma Pink Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Certified by GRS, the GemResearch Swisslab, this rare gemstone is a testament to its exceptional quality and origin.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
$23,200Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 3.70 Carat Ceylon Royal Blue Sapphire Half Moon Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite platinum ring features a captivating 3.70-carat natural sapphire, certified by GRS as vivid blue (GRS type "royal blue") with no indications of thermal treatment.
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire
2.64 Carat Gubelin/GRS Certified Burmese Ruby and White Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A rare ring, it features an elegant Gubelin as well as GRS certified oval natural Burmese red ruby weighing 2.64 carat, with white fancy-cut diamonds on both sides of the ruby weighi...
White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sunita Nahata GRS Certified Burmese Red Spinel Ring with Diamond in 18KWYG
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Sunita Nahata presents an exclusive collection of vibrant and radiant spinels that have been uniquely designed with rose cut diamonds. GRS Certified Burmese Red Spinel Ring with Dia...
Diamond, White Diamond, Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$60,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 5.60 Carat Pear Cut Colombian Minor Oil Emerald Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
GRS Certified 5.60 Carat Pear Cut Colombian Minor Oil Emerald Diamond Ring
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$76,000Sale Price|20% Off
MINOR OIL GRS Certified vivid green 6.89 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
GRS Certified 6.15 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Ring in Platinum Celebrate timeless elegance with this stunning emerald cut diamond ring, meticulously crafted to perfection.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
$5,500Sale Price|50% Off
18.96 Carat GRS Certified Natural Rough Diamond and Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A highly unusual and rare 18.96 carat natural rough diamond ring, accompanied by GRS certificate to prove authenticity! This type of ring is rarely available as it is highly sought-a...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
GRS Certified Unheated Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
GRS Certified Unheated Blue Sapphire 3.81 carats, GIA Certified Diamond 1.20 carats (G, VVS2) and Diamond 0.29 carats Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 1.9 cm Length: 1....
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.85 Carat GRS Certified Ceylon Vivid Pink Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A gorgeous ring, it features a GRS certified cushion-cut vivid pink sapphire weighing weighing 1.85 carat, with white round brilliant-cut diamonds embellished on the split-shank weig...
White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$44,736Sale Price|20% Off
Yellow Gold Engagement Ring with Four Carats GRS Certified Tsavorite and Diamond
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Engagement Peacock ring is in 18 karat yellow gold with unheated untreated natural oval vivid green tsavorite, GRS certified, 4,4 carats, 11,44x8,91x5,9 mm.
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Ye...
Sunita Nahata GRS Certified Ruby 3.29ct. cocktail Ring in 18KWG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Ruby - Weight: 3.29 carats - Size: 10.11x7.76x4.79mm - Cut: Brilliant/step - Shape: Oval - Color: Red - Comments: Heated (b) - GRS Certified (Report attached to images) Diamonds: 0.8...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$76,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified NO OIL INSIGNIFICANT 9.17 Carat VIVID Green Emerald Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite gemstone is elegantly set in a solid platinum ring, flanked by two stunning trillion-cut diamonds, each certified by Grs for their exceptional quality.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$112,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified Untreated Sapphire 5.20 Vivid Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Centering a cushion shaped sapphire flanked by two half moon-shaped diamonds, decorated throughout with round diamonds. emerald weighing 5.20 carats Size 6 Platinum
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
$256,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 5.02 Carat Pigeon Blood Vivid Red Natural Ruby Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This exceptional ring features a magnificent 5.02-carat natural ruby, certified by GRS as originating from Mozambique.
Ruby, Platinum
GRS Certified Chrysoberyl Cats Eye Mens Ring 14k White Gold Setting
Located in Miami, FL
Top-quality Chrysoberyl Cat's Eye mounted in a classy brushed white gold ring setting. Mystical and mysterious green Cats Eye is paired with two flawless baguette-cut diamond adornme...
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified Ceylon 11cts Blue Sapphire with Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Blue Sapphire 11.41 carats with Diamond 3.08 carats Ring set in 18 Karat Gold Settings (GRS Certified) Width: 1.1 cm Length: 1.8 cm Ring Size: 54 Total Weight: 13.52 grams "We ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
GRS Certified 5cts Ruby with Diamond Ring set in Platinum 950 Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 5.32 carats with Diamond 1.0 carat Ring set in Platinum 950 Settings (GRS Certified) Width: 1.5 cm Length: 1.0 cm Ring Size: 48 Total Weight: 8.98 grams Ruby Width: 0.8 cm...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$120,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 14 Carat VIVID GREEN Minor Oil Green Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Experience unparalleled sophistication with our GRS-certified Cushion Cut Natural Emerald Ring, where timeless beauty meets modern allure.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
GRS Certified 2cts Pigeon's Blood Burmese Ruby with Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 2.01 carats with two Diamonds on either side total 1.08 carats, and the rest of the Diamond total 1.27 carats Ring and Ring Jacket set in Platinum 900 Settings (GRS Certified) ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$48,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 6.14 Carat Vivid Green Minor Oil Emerald Platinum Cocktail Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
A magnificent statement of refined luxury, this exceptional three-stone ring features a 6.14 carat vivid green emerald, certified by GRS as natural and of Zambian origin.
Emerald, Platinum
GRS Certified 6.35 Carat Royal Blue Sapphire with Diamonds in Platinum Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Item Details: - Type: Ring - Metal: Platinum - Weight: 4.95 Grams - Setting: Prong _______________________________ Center Stone Details: - Type: Sapphire - Carat: 6.35 - Cut: Oval -...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
$37,600Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 7.30 Carat Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo 18K White Gold Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This extraordinary ring showcases a vibrant natural emerald weighing 7.30 carats, certified by GRS as originating from Zambia.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sunita Nahata GRS Certified Zambian Emerald 3.80ct. Ring in 18KYG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Designer Zambian emerald ring in 18K yellow gold with white diamonds. Emerald - Weight: 3.87 carats - Size: 10.44x8.31x6.66mm - Cut: Brilliant/step - Shape: Cushion - Color: Vivid g...
White Diamond, Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$76,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 5.57 Carat Green Emerald INSIGNIFICANT Oil Half moon Diamond ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
An exquisite 5.57 oval green vivid green emerald certified by GRS zambian origin side diamonds are half moons and weight 1 carat e color vvs clarity set in solid platinum
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald
$96,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 14.11 Carat Natural Green Emerald Minor Oil Diamond Platinum Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare and majestic creation by Antinori di Sanpietro, this spectacular ring showcases a 14.11 carat cushion-cut Zambian emerald, certified by GRS and classified as Minor Oil — a hig...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
GRS Certified 4.32 Carat Vivid Blue Ceylon Sapphire & Rose Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Bangkok, Bangkok
This elegant ring features a GRS-certified 4.32-carat vivid blue Ceylon sapphire, renowned for its exceptional color and clarity.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Sunita Nahata GRS Certified Zambian Emerald 5.70ct. Ring in 18KWG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Designer Zambian emerald ring in 18K white gold with white diamonds. Emerald - Weight: 5.71 carats - Size: 11.66x10.26mm - Cut: Step/step - Shape: Octagonal - Color: Green - Oil: No...
White Diamond, Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
GRS Certified 50.11 Carat Cushion No Heat Sri Lanka Blue Sapphire Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
GRS Certified 50.11 Carat Cushion Cut No Heat Sri Lanka Blue Sapphire with Mixed Cut Diamond Side Stones and Halo in 18K White Gold Ring.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 5.32 Carat Minor Oil Vivid Zambian Emerald & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Bangkok, Bangkok
Prepare to be mesmerized by this show-stopping ring, featuring a stunning 5.32-carat vivid Zambian emerald, certified by GRS for its exceptional color and high quality.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Sunita Nahata GRS Certified Zambian Emerald 4.50ct. Ring in 18KWG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Designer Zambian emerald ring in 18K white gold with white diamonds. Emerald - Weight: 4.51 carats - Size: 12.28x8.89mm - Cut: Brilliant/faceted - Shape: Cushion - Color: Green - Oi...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$8,000Sale Price|20% Off
Sunita Nahata GRS Certified Zambian Emerald 2.60ct. Ring in 18KWG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Designer Zambian emerald ring in 18K white gold with white diamonds. Emerald - Weight: 2.67 carats - Size: 7.70x7.49x6mm - Cut: Step/step - Shape: Octagon - Color: Green - Oil: Mino...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sunita Nahata GRS Certified Zambian Emerald 3.40ct. Ring in 18KWG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Designer Zambian emerald ring in 18K white gold with white diamonds. Emerald - Weight: 3.44 carats - Size: 10.91x8.72mm - Cut: Brilliant/step - Shape: Oval - Color: Green - Oil: In...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sunita Nahata GRS Certified Zambian Emerald 3.10ct. Ring in 18KWG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Designer Zambian emerald ring in 18K white gold with white diamonds. Emerald - Weight: 3.16 carats - Size: 11.16x8.38mm - Cut: Brilliant/step - Shape: Oval - Color: Green - Oil: Min...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$80,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 5.53 Oval Emerald NO Oil Green Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Experience the allure of luxury with this stunning 5.53-carat vivid green emerald, certified by GRS and expertly set in solid platinum.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Sunita Nahata GRS Certified Blue Sapphire 5.89ct. Ring in 18KWG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A true treasure for any jewelry lover. Blue Sapphire Ring in 18Karat White Gold with Diamond. Blue Sapphire - Weight: 5.89 carats - Size: 11.29x9.11x6.24mm - Cut: Brilliant/step - ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 1.95 Carat Pigeon's Blood Burmese Ruby and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in beverly hills, CA
The ring is crafted in platinum and certified by GRS (Gem Research Swiss Lab).
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$56,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 8.46 Carat Vivid Green Zambian Emerald Ring with Baguette Diamo
Located in Chicago, IL
Boldly architectural and radiantly green, this stunning cocktail ring centers around an exceptional 8.46 carat vivid green natural emerald, certified by GRS.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Sunita Nahata GRS Certified Zambian Emerald 8.90ct. Ring in 18KWG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Designer Zambian emerald ring in 18K white gold with white diamonds. Emerald - Weight: 8.95 carats - Size: 12.56x11.67mm - Cut: Step/step - Shape: Octagonal - Color: Vivid green - O...
White Diamond, Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Sunita Nahata GRS Certified Zambian Emerald 9.60ct. Ring in 18KYG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Emerald - Weight: 9.67 carats - Size: 14.68x12.35x8.76mm - Cut: Brilliant/faceted - Shape: Oval - Color: Green - Oil: Minor - Origin: Zambia - GRS Certified (Report attached to image...
White Diamond, Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Sunita Nahata GRS Certified Zambian Emerald 1.90ct. Ring in 18KWG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Designer Zambian emerald ring in 18K white gold with white diamonds. Emerald - Weight: 1.98 carats - Size: 9.01x6.95x4mm - Cut: Step/step - Shape: Octagon - Color: Vivid green - Oil...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sunita Nahata GRS Certified Zambian Emerald 5.10ct. Ring in 18KWG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Designer Zambian emerald ring in 18K white gold with white diamonds. Emerald - Weight: 5.11 carats - Size: 12.26x9.46mm - Cut: Brilliant/Faceted - Shape: Oval - Color: Green - Oil:...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sunita Nahata GRS Certified Zambian Emerald 4.90ct. Ring in 18KWG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Emerald - Weight: 4.95 carats - Size: 10.34x9.83x7mm - Cut: Step/step - Shape: Octagonal - Color: Vivid green - Oil: Insignificant - Origin: Zambia - GRS Certified (Report attached t...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White G...
$96,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 4 Carat Vivid Red NO HEAT Ruby Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
4.00-Carat Vivid Red NO HEAT Ruby Unheated – Mozambique – GIA Certified Experience the pinnacle of rarity and beauty with this extraordinary 4-carat natural ruby, exhibiting the cov...
Diamond, Ruby
1.28 Carat GRS Certified Pigeon's Blood Burmese Ruby and Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A beautiful and rare ring, it features an exquisite GRS Lab certified "pigeon's blood" red Burmese ruby weighing 1.28 carat with a halo of white round brilliant diamonds weighing 0.7...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 6.44 Carat Cushion Cut Sri Lankan Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Houston, TX
This beautiful ring features a 6.44 carat GRS certified cushion cut vivid blue sapphire from Sri Lanka.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 5.29 Carats Royal Blue Sapphire Three Stone Ring in Platinum
Located in London, GB
The large centre sapphire (5.29 carats GRS certified) commands attention with its graceful oval shape and deep blue colour, perfectly offset by two shining white diamonds in an angul...
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Yellow Gold Contemporary Ring with GRS Certified Royal Blue and Pink Sapphires
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
The gems are: Oval cut 2,65 carats natural unheated untreated vivid blue (royal blue) sapphire, GRS (Swiss Lab) certified, 8,58x6,93x5,27 mm, Madagascar.
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, ...
GRS Certified Three Carats Red Spinel Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring with Sapphires
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
The heart of this 18 karat yellow gold Tobacco Flower engagement cluster ring is untreated unheated (PL tested) natural cushion cut vivid red spinel, 3,07 carats, 9,27x7,72x5,14 mm, ...
Garnet, Rubelite, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Spinel, Tourm...
Nazarelle 18K Gold 6.46ct GRS Certified Vivid Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring
By Nazarelle
Located in Houston, TX
This ring is made in 18k white gold and features a GRS certified, vivid blue, oval cut sapphire weighing 6.46ct.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
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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