14 Karat White Gold .32 Carat Half Round Natural Diamond Eternity Band Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
14 Karat White Gold .32 Carat Half Round Natural Diamond Eternity Band Ring Metal: 14k white gold Weight: 1.93 grams Diamonds: Approx. .32 CTW G-H VS round natural diamonds Size: 6....
Diamond, White Gold
18 Karat Gold 1.27 Carat Solitaire Oval-Cut Diamond Half Band Eternity Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat White Gold 1.27 Carat Solitaire Oval-Cut Diamond Half Band Eternity Ring This excellent diamond solitaire band is timeless.
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Dainty Moissanite Half Eternity Stacking Band Ring for Mom 14k Solid Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Dainty Moissanite Half Eternity Stacking Band Ring in 14k Solid Yellow Gold.
Other, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Everyday Moissanite Half Eternity Band Ring for Mom in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Everyday Moissanite Half Eternity Band Ring in 18k solid yellow gold.
Other, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,216Sale Price / item|20% Off
Pear Cut 1.37Ct Natural Diamond Half Eternity Band Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Pear Cut 1.37Ct Natural Diamond Half Eternity Band Ring 14 Karat White Gold. Diamonds are a universal symbol of eternity, strength, and elegance a perfect gift to commemorate milest...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Solid Yellow Gold 2.03 Ct Multi Sapphire Half Eternity Stackable Band Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Multi sapphire half eternity band in 14K gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. The round shape represents love ...
Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Simple 2.02ct Emerald Half Eternity Band Ring Inlaid in 14K Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Emerald half eternity band in 14K gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. The round shape represents love which w...
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.25 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Half Eternity Band Ring in 18K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Diamond half eternity band in 18K gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. The circular shape represents love whic...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,908Sale Price / item|20% Off
Marquise & Round Cut Diamond Half Eternity Wedding Band Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Graceful elegance meets timeless sophistication in this exquisite half eternity band featuring marquise and round cut diamonds.
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18...
Set of 2 14k Solid Gold Diamond Band Half Eternity Thin Stack Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of 2 14k Solid Gold Diamond Wedding Band Half Eternity Thin Stack BridalRing Light weight can be worn everyday Additional information: Condition: New with tags: A brand-new, unu...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
Stackable 2.26Ct Square Cut Blue Sapphire Half Eternity Band Ring 18K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This modern half-eternity band ring features square cut blue sapphires totaling 2.26 carats, set in 18k white gold.
Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
CGL Certified 4.56 Carat F-G Color Diamond Half Eternity White Gold Band Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Ring size 6, adjustable. Details Item Type: Half Eternity Wedding Band Metal: 14K White Gold Weight: 5.7 grams Size: 6 Certificate: CGL Certified Stones: Type: Diamond Carat: 4.56 ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2.32Ct Natural SI/H Diamond Half Eternity Engagement Band Ring 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
2.32Ct Natural SI/H Diamond Half Eternity Engagement Band Ring 18k White Gold This exquisite diamond ring features a masterful blend of marquise and round-cut diamonds arranged in a...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Mayors diamond 18k white gold half eternity band
By MAYORS
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This elegant vintage Mayors diamond half eternity band is a timeless 2000’s piece, crafted in 18k white gold and set with 7 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.90 c...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Stackable 2.26Ct Square Cut Blue Sapphire Half Eternity Band Ring 14K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This modern half-eternity band ring features square cut blue sapphires totaling 2.26 carats, set in 14k white gold.
Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.86 ct Marquise Cut Diamond Half Eternity Engagement Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Diamond half eternity band in 18K gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Incline Marquise Emerald Half Eternity Minimal Band Ring in 14k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Incline Marquise Emerald Half Eternity Minimal Band Ring for Gift in 14K Gold featuring natural emerald of 0.74 carats.
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Blue Sapphire and Diamond Half Eternity Band Ring in 18K White Gold Fine
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant half-eternity band features 9 round cut blue sapphire totaling 0.45 carats, set in 18k white gold.
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Roman Malakov 0.25 Carat Total Round Diamond Half Eternity Wedding Band Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A simple and classic wedding band style showcasing round brilliant diamonds set in a french pave setting, Diamonds weigh 0.25 carats total. Made with 18K Rose Gold Size 6.5 US. Styl...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
GIA Report Certified Diamond and Platinum Engagement Ring and Wedding Band
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The stunning matching and paralleling wedding band/half eternity ring is embellished with fifteen pavé set modern brilliant round cut diamonds.
Diamond, Platinum
$2,336Sale Price / item|20% Off
Natural Diamond Multi-Shape Half Eternity Band Ring 18k White Gold 0.52 Carat
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
This utterly captivating multi-shape diamond band is one of the most uniquely designed fine jewelry pieces you will ever find, blending three different natural diamond cuts into one ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.14 Carat Blue Sapphire & Diamond Half Eternity Band Ring in 18K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant half eternity band ring feature 13 round cut blue sapphire totaling 1.14 carats, set in 18k white gold.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Square Ruby and Diamond Channel Half Eternity Band ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Timeless and vibrant, this half eternity band features alternating square cut rubies and brilliant diamonds, set in a sleek channel setting.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Minimal Baguette Blue Sapphire Diamond Half Eternity Band Ring in 14k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Minimal Baguette Blue Sapphire Diamond Half Eternity Band Ring in 14K Gold featuring natural blue sapphire of 0.72 carat and diamonds of 0.09 carats.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.15ct Natural Oval-cut Diamond Half Eternity Stacking Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Elevate your elegance with our stunning Natural Oval-cut Diamond Half Eternity Stacking Ring in 18K White Gold. This exquisite ring is a true symbol of timeless beauty and sophistica...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Baguette Cut Rainbow Sapphire Half Eternity Band Ring in 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Baguette Cut Rainbow Sapphire Half Eternity Band Ring in 18k gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple.
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gold Half Eternity Solid Band Diamond Ring 14K Wedding 14k Yellow Round Band
Located in Chicago, IL
Gold Half Eternity Solid Band Diamond Ring 14K Wedding 14k Yellow Round Band Total Carat Weight 0.24 ctw & Under Base Metal Yellow Gold Band Width 1.20 Metal Purity 14k Main Stone ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Genuine Blue Sapphire Half Eternity Band Ring in 18k Solid White Gold Gift
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Genuine Blue Sapphire Half Eternity Band Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural blue sapphire of 1.57 carats.
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unique Half Eternity Rainbow Moonstone Band Ring in 18k Yellow Gold Mom Jewelry
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Unique Half Eternity Rainbow Moonstone Band Ring in 18k Yellow Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple.
Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Blue Sapphire & Diamond Wavy Half-Eternity Band Ring in 14K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant half-eternity band features 9 round cut blue sapphire totaling 0.45 crats, set in 14k white gold.
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Cartier 1 Carat Round Engagement Ring. GIA Diamond Half Eternity Platinum G VVS1
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 1.00 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Center Diamond Color: G Center Diamond Clarity: VVS1 Certification: ...
Diamond, Platinum
Timeless Baguette Cut Emerald Diamond Half Eternity Band Ring in 14k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Timeless Baguette Cut Emerald Diamond Half Eternity Band Ring in 14k White Gold featuring natural Emerald of 0.94 carats and diamonds of 0.232 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Inclined Marquise Emerald Half Eternity Band Ring for Her in 14k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Inclined Marquise Emerald Half Eternity Band Ring for Her in 14K Gold featuring natural emerald of 0.85 carats.
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$840Sale Price / item|20% Off
Blue Sapphire Gemstone Blue Enamel Half Eternity Band Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Item Code :- SFR-2032D Gross Wt. :- 1.14 gm 14k Solid Yellow Gold Wt. :- 1.11 gm Natural Blue Sapphire Wt. :- 0.15 Ct. Ring Size :- 7 US & All size ✦ Sizing .......................
Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Diamond Half Eternity Band 14k Solid Gold Diamond Wedding Band Dainty Ring Band.
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond Half Eternity Band 14k Solid Gold Diamond Wedding Band Dainty Ring Band.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Cartier 1 Carat Round Engagement Ring. GIA Diamond Half Eternity Platinum F VS1
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 1.00 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Center Diamond Color: F Center Diamond Clarity: VS1 Certification: G...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage diamond 14k white gold half eternity wedding band
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Set with 12 round brilliant cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.50 carat, this vintage half eternity band offers bright, lively sparkle across the top of the finger. The diamonds a...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Pave Set Ruby Half Eternity Stackable Band in Solid 18k White Gold Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Pave Set Ruby Half Eternity Stackable Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple.
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Stackable Citrine Half Eternity Band Ring in 18kt Solid Yellow Gold For Women
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Stackable Citrine Half Eternity Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple.
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Marquise Diamond 1.07ct Half Eternity Solid Gold Band
Located in Fatih, 34
These exquisitely crafted bands are designed to be both elegant and meaningful, making them perfect for wedding bands, anniversary gifts, or significant milestones. The Unmei Collect...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
2.58 Cts F/VS1 Round & Baguette Diamonds Half Eternity Band Ring 14K Yellow Gold
By Nikabell fine Jewels
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
With an approximate 6.10 mm width, this ring delivers confident presence and timeless versatility. --- Details: Model Number: R-463-Y Total Diamond Weight: 2.58 carats Diamond Shap...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Round Emerald Half Eternity Band Ring Studded in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural Emerald Pave Half Eternity Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple.
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dainty Diamond and Emerald Half Eternity Stacking Band Ring 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Dainty Diamond and Emerald Half Eternity Stacking Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Handmade Square Cut Emerald and Diamond Half Eternity Band Ring 14k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in 14k yellow gold, this Handmade Square Cut Emerald and Diamond Half Eternity Band Ring features 1.23 carats of square cut emeralds and 0.24 carats of round brilliant di...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angara Natural Half Eternity Sapphire and Diamond Wedding Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: Celebrate your forever love with this 14k white gold half eternity wedding ring. The round blue sapphires and the round diamonds are alternately prong set for a ...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Gold
Natural Orange Sapphire Ring Half Eternity Band for Him in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
This Natural Orange Sapphire Ring Half Eternity, expertly crafted in genuine 925 sterling silver.
Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Oval Cut Blue Sapphire Half Eternity Band Ring 14k White Gold Handmade Jewelry
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
this Oval Cut Blue Sapphire Half Eternity Band Ring features a total stone weight of 3.89 carats, showcasing a seamless circle of richly hued gemstones.
Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Angara Natural Ruby and Diamond Half Eternity Wedding Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The overall look of this ruby and diamond half eternity band is exceedingly enthralling and timeless.
Ruby, Diamond, Gold
Angara Natural Half Eternity Seven Stone Emerald Wedding Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: Sparkling round emeralds adorn the glistening band in a half eternity. They are held in a prong setting and allure with their lush green hue.
Emerald, Gold
Angara Natural Half Eternity Swiss Blue Topaz Wedding Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: Sparkling Swiss blue topazes adorn the 14k white gold band in a half eternity. They are held in a prong setting and look exceedingly stunning.
Blue Topaz, Gold
Channel Set Grenn Onyx Round Half Eternity Band Ring in 925 Silver Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
This Channel Set Green Onyx Round Half Eternity Band Ring 925 sterling silver, this stunning band ring features a captivating row of natural green onyx, totaling 1.93 carats.
Onyx, Silver, Sterling Silver
Angara Natural Aeon Vintage Style Half Eternity Wedding Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: This elegant half-eternity Aeon wedding band makes a beautiful symbol of love.
Diamond, Gold
$3,672Sale Price / item|20% Off
3.53 Carat Half Eternity Diamond Engagement Ring Wide Band 14K Solid White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Wide Diamond Anniversary Band Ring 3.53 Carat SI/H 14 Karat White Gold Designed with four rows of dazzling round-cut diamonds making a wide diamond band. Diamonds are a universal s...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond and Ruby Half Eternity Band 18k Solid White Gold Dainty Stackable Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Diamond and Ruby Half Eternity Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Alternating Fancy Pink and Colorless Diamond Half Eternity Band
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
Alternating natural Fancy Pink and colorless princess cut diamonds, this extraordinary half eternity band showcases a combination that is rarely encountered in fine jewelry.
Diamond, Pink Diamond, Platinum
Channel Set Square Cubic Zirconia Half Eternity Band Ring for Her in Silver
Located in New York, NY
Channel Set Square Cubic Zirconia Half Eternity Band in 925 Solid Sterling Silver.
Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
Multi-Color Sapphires Half Eternity Wedding Band Yellow Gold
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
Exquisite Multi-Color Natural Sapphire Half-Eternity Band in 14K Yellow GoldDiscover the vibrant charm of this captivating half-eternity band, masterfully crafted in rich 14K yellow ...
Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angara Natural Half Eternity Black and White Diamond Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
About Angara:
At Angara, every piece of jewellery is a handcrafted expression of love and individuality. We design with intention—using vivid coloured gemstones and ethically...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Diamond, Gold
TJD 0.50 Carat Natural Diamond 14 Karat Gold Half Eternity Engagement Band Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
A bright and beautiful choice for any occasion, This beautiful band ring features shimmering single cut diamonds and brilliant cut round diamonds in prong and channel setting. Crafte...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$876Sale Price|20% Off
Pink Sapphire Oval Half Eternity Band 14K Gold
Located in Rutherford, NJ
Stone : Sapphire Type : Natural Ring Weight - 2.65 gms Ring Size - US 6.5 Ring Width : 5.1 mm Ring Height : 3.00 mm Shape : Oval Size : 5x3 mm Weight : 2.41 Carats Metal : Rose Gold ...
Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose 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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