Tiffany & Co. Lucida Cut Diamond Half Eternity Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
This half eternity ring is a Tiffany & Co piece from the Lucida collection.
Diamond, Platinum
LB Exclusive 14K Yellow Gold 0.90 Ct Diamond Half-Eternity Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
The classic silhouette of LB Exclusive 14K Yellow Gold 0.90 ct Diamond Half-Eternity Ring makes it the perfect choice to celebrate a love that is timeless.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co Diamond Platinum Half Eternity Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
A Tiffany & Co diamond platinum half eternity ring. This timeless and elegant eternity band, is grain set with a single row of seventeen round brilliant cut stones of 0.35 carats ap...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Yellow Sapphire And Diamond Platinum Half Eternity Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Yellow Sapphire And Diamond Platinum Half Eternity Ring Brand- Tiffany & Co. Model- Half Eternity Ring Product Type- Ring Accompanied By- Tiffany & Co Box Material(s)- Platinum Gems...
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum
Diamond Half Eternity Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in London, England
Assessed diamond clarity: VS A splendid 18ct white gold baguette and round brilliant cut diamond half eternity ring. With an unbroken line of channel set baguette cut diamonds encase...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Bvlgari Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Half Eternity Ring in Platinum
By Bulgari
Located in London, England
A lovely vintage Bvlgari round brilliant cut diamond half eternity ring set in platinum. The half eternity ring is set with exactly 19 round brilliant cut diamonds; all of which are...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 0.55ct Diamond ‘Lucida’ Half Eternity Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
This half eternity ring is a Tiffany & Co. piece from the Lucida collection.
Diamond, Platinum
Baguette Round Diamonds White Gold Half Eternity Ring
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Baguette, round brilliant-cut diamonds, and white gold half eternity ring circa 1990. We are here to connect you with beautiful and affordable estate and vintage jewelry.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Dazzling 1.03ct Diamonds Half-Eternity Ring in 14k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Dazzling 1.03ct Diamonds Half-Eternity Ring in 14k White Gold - IGI Certified This classic 14K white gold diamond half-eternity ring is a timeless symbol of elegance and sophisticat...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14k White Gold Princess Diamond Half Eternity Ring
Located in Victoria, BC
Here is a lovely 14k White Gold Princess Diamond Half Eternity Ring. This ring features 9 x 0.04ct to 0.05ct princess cut diamonds.
Diamond, White Gold
1990s Diamond and Yellow Gold Half Eternity Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive diamond half eternity ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with a 14k white gold setting.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Magnificent 1.06ct Diamonds Half Eternity Ring in 14k Yellow Gold - IGI
Located in רמת גן, IL
Magnificent 1.06ct Diamonds Half Eternity Ring in 14k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified This dazzling half-eternity ring features a cluster of twelve sparkling round diamonds, totaling 1....
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sapphire and Diamond Fancy Crossover Half Eternity Ring 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in London, England
A sapphire and diamond half-eternity ring set in 18 karat yellow gold.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond and White Golf Half Eternity Ring Circa 1960
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine 0.45 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold half eternity ring; part of the vintage jewelry/estate jewelry collections This fine vintage diamond eternity ring has been crafted...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Brilliant Cut Emerald And Diamond Platinum Half Eternity Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Brilliant Cut Emerald And Diamond Platinum Half Eternity Ring Brand- Tiffany & Co. Model- Half Eternity Ring Product Type- Ring Accompanied By- Tiffany & Co Box Material(s)- Platinu...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
French 2.88 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Half Eternity Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This impressive vintage half eternity ring is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s 1.62 Carat Diamond and White Gold Half Eternity Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive vintage diamond half eternity ring has been crafted in 18ct white gold.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1.50 Carat Diamond Slice Half Eternity Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage & rare 1.50 Carat Diamond Slice Half Eternity Ring 14k Yellow Gold. The ring features approx 1.50 carat of weight in total carat and is a size 7.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18ct Yellow Gold Half Eternity Ring Set With 0.48ct Baguette Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A beautiful diamond half-eternity ring, is set with 0.48 carats G/H colour SI1 clarity baguette diamonds.
Diamond
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Soleste Half Eternity Ring 0.17ct 3g
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
An elegant Tiffany & Co. Soleste half eternity ring crafted in platinum, showcasing a row of brilliant diamonds totalling approximately 0.17 carats.
Diamond, Platinum
Beautiful 0.18ct Half Eternity Ring with Emeralds and Diamonds
Located in רמת גן, IL
Whether worn as a symbol of everlasting love or as a statement piece for special occasions, the Beautiful 0.18ct Half Eternity Ring with Emeralds and Diamonds is a celebration of nat...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
1.07Ct Diamond and Platinum Half Eternity Ring - Contemporary Circa 2000
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 1.07 carat diamond and platinum half eternity ring; part of our contemporary jewelry collections This impressive contemporary diamond half eternity ring has ...
Diamond, Platinum
Radiant 1.02ct Diamonds Half Eternity Ring in 14k Rose Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Radiant 1.02ct Diamonds Half Eternity Ring in 14k Rose Gold - IGI Certified This exquisite half-eternity ring is a timeless treasure.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Sparkling 1.00ct Diamonds Half Eternity Ring in 14k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Sparkling 1.00ct Diamonds Half Eternity Ring in 14k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified Crafted in gleaming 14k yellow gold, this half-eternity ring features eleven round diamonds, meticulo...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Radiant 3.02ct Diamonds Half-Eternity Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Radiant 3.02ct Diamonds Half-Eternity Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified Celebrate elegance with this 18k white gold half-eternity ring, adorned with 12 dazzling round diamonds ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Luminous 1.58ct Diamonds Half-Eternity Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Luminous 1.58ct Diamonds Half-Eternity Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified This striking 18k white gold diamond half-eternity ring is a brilliant masterpiece, featuring eight exq...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Timeless 0.75ct Diamonds Half-Eternity Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - GCI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Timeless 0.75ct Diamonds Half-Eternity Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - GCI Certified Crafted from 18k yellow gold, this stunning half-eternity ring features 15 round diamonds totaling 0.7...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elegant 1.00ct Diamonds Half-Eternity Ring in 18k Rose Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Elegant 1.00ct Diamonds Half-Eternity Ring in 18k Rose Gold - IGI Certified 10J2041324 Elevate your style with this elegant diamond half-eternity ring, crafted in 18k rose gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Stunning 1.88ct Diamonds Half-Eternity Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Stunning 1.88ct Diamonds Half-Eternity Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified Embrace the luxurious glow of this 18k yellow gold diamond half-eternity ring, featuring ten stunning ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elegant 1.28ct Diamonds Half Eternity Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Elegant 1.28ct Diamonds Half Eternity Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified Elevate your style with this exquisite 18k white gold diamond half-eternity ring.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Glamorous 1.58ct Diamonds Half-Eternity Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Glamorous 1.58ct Diamonds Half-Eternity Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified This exquisite half-eternity ring showcases a stunning display of round diamonds, meticulously set in ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Glamorous 1.58ct Diamonds Half-Eternity Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Glamorous 1.58ct Diamonds Half-Eternity Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified This exquisite half-eternity ring showcases a stunning display of round diamonds, meticulously set in ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Dazzling 2.93ct Diamonds Half Eternity Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Dazzling 2.93ct Diamonds Half Eternity Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified This exquisite 18K white gold diamond half-eternity ring features 12 round diamonds with a total carat ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Exquisite 2.38ct Diamonds Half-Eternity Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Exquisite 2.38ct Diamonds Half-Eternity Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified Crafted in luxurious 18k white gold, this exquisite half-eternity ring features 8 dazzling round-cut ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Elegant 1.12ct Diamonds Half Eternity Ring in 14k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Elegant 1.12ct Diamonds Half Eternity Ring in 14k White Gold - IGI Certified This elegant half-eternity ring, crafted in gleaming 14k white gold, offers a mesmerizing display of li...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Stunning 0.88ct Diamonds Half-Eternity Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Stunning 0.88ct Diamonds Half-Eternity Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified This captivating half-eternity ring features a cluster of 14 sparkling round diamonds, boasting a total...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Stunning 2.23ct Diamonds Half-Eternity Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Stunning 2.23ct Diamonds Half-Eternity Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified This breathtaking half-eternity ring is meticulously crafted in luxurious 18k white gold, showcasing a ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Classic 0.05 carat Natural Diamond Half Eternity Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
This elegant 18K white gold half eternity ring features 11 round brilliant diamonds with a total carat weight of 0.05ct.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Elegant 1.01ct Diamonds Half Eternity Ring in 14k Rose Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Elegant 1.01ct Diamonds Half Eternity Ring in 14k Rose Gold - IGI Certified This elegant 14K rose gold half-eternity ring is a delicate yet dazzling piece, perfect for any occasion.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Exquisite 1.03ct Diamonds Half Eternity Ring in 14k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Exquisite 1.03ct Diamonds Half Eternity Ring in 14k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified This captivating half-eternity ring, crafted in lustrous 14k yellow gold, features a mesmerizing clus...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian 0.30ct Emerald and Diamond Half Eternity Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
From the Edwardian period comes this beautiful half eternity ring, set with emerald & diamond. Set in an alternating pattern, Three 0.10 carat emeralds and two diamonds of 0.10 carat...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Timeless 2.76ct Diamonds Half-Eternity Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Timeless 2.76ct Diamonds Half-Eternity Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified This 18k white gold half-eternity ring features 8 round brilliant diamonds totaling an impressive 2.76ct.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Dazzling 1.01ct Diamonds Half-Eternity Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Dazzling 1.01ct Diamonds Half-Eternity Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified with White Face Up This captivating 18k yellow gold half-eternity ring showcases a beautiful cluster ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fascinating 2.40ct Triple Excellent Ideal Cut Diamonds Half-Eternity Ring - GIA
Located in רמת גן, IL
Fascinating 2.40ct Triple Excellent Ideal Cut Diamonds Half-Eternity Ring in 18k Rose Gold - GIA Certified Experience the allure of luxury with this exquisite 18k rose gold half-ete...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Tiffany & Co. Baguette Cut Diamond Half Eternity Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Model: Baguette Half Eternity Ring Type: Ring Accompanied By: Tiffany & Co.
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Diamond Engagement with Diamond Half Eternity Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Mayfair, London, London
The ring also comes with a round brilliant cut half diamond eternity ring with a total weight of 0.33ct.
Diamond, Platinum
Ruby and Diamond Half Eternity Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Michael Rose
Located in London, GB
A ruby and diamond half eternity ring in 18 karat yellow gold. A beautiful half eternity band, set with a single row of alternating square cut rubies and princess cut diamonds, the ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Half Eternity Ring in Platinum, British Hallmarked "T&Co"
By Tiffany & Co for Movado
Located in London, GB
A diamond half eternity ring set in platinum by Tiffany, British Hallmarked London 2012, sponsor mark "T&Co" for Tiffany & Co. 9x round brilliant cut, approximate weight 0.30 carats,...
Diamond, Platinum
Stunning 1.92ct Sapphires and Diamonds Half Eternity Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Stunning 1.92ct Sapphires and Diamonds Half Eternity Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified This sophisticated 18K white gold half-eternity ring radiates timeless elegance with its ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.80Ct Diamond & 18k Yellow Gold Half Eternity Ring - Vintage Circa 1970
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 0.80 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold, platinum set half eternity ring; part of our vintage jewelry and diamond jewelry collection This impressive...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold Stamped 1940s Calibrated Sapphire Half Eternity Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Sapphire Half Eternity Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1940s This exquisite 18ct gold half-eternity ring is a true statement piece.
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Contemporary 1.60ct Diamond and 18k White Gold Five Stone / Half Eternity Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive contemporary half eternity diamond ring has been crafted in 18k white gold.
Diamond, White Gold
Diamond Set Half Eternity Ring in 18 Carat White Gold 1.06 Carat
Located in London, England
A beautiful baguette-cut diamond half-eternity ring in 18-karat white gold. The piece is channel-set with baguette-cut diamonds of graduating sizes with a combined weight of approxim...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Luminous 3.79ct Diamonds Half Eternity Ring in 18k White Gold - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Luminous 3.79ct Diamonds Half Eternity Ring in 18k White Gold - GIA Certified Indulge in the sheer brilliance of this luxurious half-eternity ring, showcasing 12 exquisite square-cu...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.75Ct Diamond & 18k Yellow Gold Five Stone/Half Eternity Ring - Vintage
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This impressive vintage five stone diamond/half eternity ring is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Channel Set Half Eternity Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in London, England
A beautiful emerald half eternity ring set in 18k yellow gold. The ring is composed of 9 round cut emerald stones altogether which have been perfectly matched it colour and lustre.
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Channel Set Half Eternity Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in London, England
A beautiful ruby half eternity ring set in 18k yellow gold. The ring is composed of 9 round cut ruby stones altogether which have been perfectly matched it colour and vibrancy.
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow 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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