$208,000Sale Price|20% Off
Harry Winston 5.72 Carat Marquise Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Harry Winston
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare and iconic Harry Winston marquise diamond engagement ring featuring a 5.17-carat Natural
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
$78,400Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Harry Winston 2.66ct Marquise Cut Diamond Solitaire Platinum Ring
By Harry Winston
Located in Chicago, IL
natural marquise-cut diamond solitaire ring was handcrafted in the 1960s by renowned Winston designer
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston GIA Certified 8.54 Carat Marquise Diamond Three Stone Ring
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
, 1.00 total carat weight, H color, VVS clarity - Handmade platinum setting, signed Harry Winston - Ring
Diamond, Platinum
Oscar Heyman Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Ring, 5.02 Carats
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New Orleans, LA
eight precisely cut marquise diamonds totaling 0.86 carat form an elegant frame that enhances the
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Colombian Pear-Cut Emerald & Diamond Cluster 18k Gold Ring, GIA Certified
Located in New York, NY
popularized by Harry Winston, imparting crisp brilliance and a couture silhouette while remaining timeless and
Emerald, Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
$54,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified Natural Oval Mozambique Ruby Diamond Ring 13.29ct 18K White Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
GIA Certified 13.29 Carat Mozambique Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold An extraordinary
Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
1966 Harry Winston, GIA Certified, 8.40ct, Marquise Diamond, Very Light Blue
By Harry Winston
Located in Calabasas, CA
A one-of-a-kind , Very RARE, Vintage Harry Winston, 8.40ct, Marquise Diamond ring, VVS1 This is is
Diamond, Platinum
The Famous Copy Of Jackie O' 40 Carat Marquise Diamond Made In CZ Ring
By Magnificent Costume Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
40.42-carat marquise-cut diamond cut by Harry Winston from the 601-carat Lesotho rough. It was one of
Diamond, Silver
Harry Winston Platinum and Diamond Cluster Earrings 1.91 Carat F VS1 Box Papers
By Harry Winston
Located in Middletown, DE
opportunity to purchase one of the most AMAZING set of HARRY WINSTON Diamond earrings you will ever see
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Diamond Ring
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
foliate crossover design, set with marquise-shaped and baguette diamonds Diamonds weighing a total
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Marquise Diamond (GIA Certified) Platinum Ring
By Harry Winston
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
platinum engagement ring created by Harry Winston. It features a stunning 2.29-ct marquise cut diamond of
Diamond, Platinum
HARRY WINSTON Platinum 3 Row Marquise Cut Diamond Band
By Harry Winston
Located in New York City, NY
Impressive platinum and diamond band from the "Briar Collection", by Harry Winston. It features 3
Harry Winston Pear Shape Diamond Engagement Ring
By Harry Winston
Located in San Francisco, CA
Stunning and special, this Harry Winston platinum ring features a GIA pear-shape diamond weighing
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Emerald and Diamond Floral Cluster Platinum Engagement Ring
By Harry Winston
Located in London, GB
Harry Winston Emerald and Diamond Floral Cluster Platinum Engagement Ring Circa 1980 This stylish
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage Harry Winston ring in yellow gold, sapphires and diamonds
By Harry Winston
Located in PARIS, FR
A Harry Winston ring in 18k (750°/°°) yellow gold set with sapphires and diamonds. The ring
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Harry Winston Diamond Platinum Ring
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Harry Winston diamond platinum ring Beautiful and stunning ring made out of Marquise, round, and
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston 1.16 Carat Diamond Platinum Tryst Marquise Brilliant Classic Ring
By Harry Winston
Located in Tokyo, JP
Brand:HARRY WINSTON Name:Tryst, Marquise Brilliant Classic Ring Material :1P Main Diamond (D1.16ct
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston 5.78 Carat Natural Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
By Harry Winston
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Harry Winston platinum cocktail ring featuring an oval cut natural blue Ceylon sapphire weighing
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Harry Winston Lily Cluster Collection Diamond Platinum Stud Earrings
By Harry Winston
Located in Miami, FL
These Harry Winston stud earring s from the Lily Cluster Collection combines contemporary elegance
Diamond, Platinum
Elongated Marquise Diamond Platinum Three Row Baguette Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
quality ring for sale. Center stone removed for certificate 1 Marquise diamond, approx. total weight
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston 8.77 Carat GIA Cert Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
By Harry Winston
Located in Greenwich, CT
, within a tiered round and marquise-shaped diamond-set platinum mounting, signed Harry Winston
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston 2.01 Carat Marquise-Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Harry Winston
Located in Greenwich, CT
Diamond solitaire engagement ring, centering on an elongated marquise-shaped diamond weighing 2.66
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Platinum Engagement Ring with GIA Certified Center Marquise
By Harry Winston
Located in Miami, FL
The ultimate expression of true love, Harry Winston Engagement Ring feature diamonds selected from
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 1.55 carat GIA FVVS1 Emerald Cut Diamond Three Stone Ring with Sapphires
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated and unique Cartier ring would be a one of a kind engagement ring or perfect as a right hand statement piece. This ring showcases a stunning 1.55 carat emerald cut...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$50,800Sale Price|20% Off
Jean Schlumberger Bright Enamel Gem Parrot Brooch
By Jean Schlumberger
Located in New York, NY
AN ENAMEL AND MULTI-GEM PARROT BROOCH, BY JEAN SCHLUMBERGER, TIFFANY & CO. Embark on a journey of vibrant elegance with the Tiffany & Co. Jean Schlumberger Enamel and Multi-Gem Parr...
Enamel
CARTIER Trinity Natural Diamond 18k White Gold Small Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous Cartier bracelet from the iconic Trinity collection features 3 interconnected bangles made in 18k white gold and set with brilliant-cut round D-E-F VVS1-VVS2 diamonds. ...
Diamond, White Gold
Cartier Panthère 18k Gold Diamond Onyx Ring with Emerald Eyes
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A striking embodiment of Cartier’s iconic feline, this Panthère de Cartier ring captures the spirit of elegance and power. Crafted in 18k yellow gold, the sculptural design brings th...
Onyx, Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Cartier Diamond Emerald Platinum Riviera Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
1970s platinum diamond riviera V-shape necklace with emerald diamond pendant. The approximate total diamond weight is 15 carats and the pear shaped emerald approximately 2.60 carats....
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Breathtaking Tiffany & Co. 4.05ct Cushion Cut Diamond Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Francisco, CA
There's extraordinary, and then there's THIS! An extraordinary ring from the one and only Tiffany & Co features at its center an exceptional 4.05 carat Cushion Cut Diamond expertly s...
Diamond, Platinum
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Diamond Cluster and Ruby Pendant 'Mystery-Set' Ear Clips
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
The exquisite surmounts are intricately designed as stunning clusters, each adorned with shimmering marquise-shaped, round, and baguette diamonds. These captivating pieces feature de...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels by Andre Vassort Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18k Yellow gold. The necklace weighs 139.17 grams. The dimensions of the brooch is 2.25"" x 1.75"" and t...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire
CARTIER Panthere Sapphire, Onyx, Emerald and Diamond Bangle
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite piece of jewelry features a striking design of two panthers facing each other, expertly crafted to capture their fierce elegance. The panthers are adorned with pavé-se...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Hermès Birkin 25 Brique Lizard Palladium
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès Birkin 25 in brique lizard leather with palladium hardware, having contrast stitching, front flap, two straps with center toggle closure, tirette, clochette with lock and two ...
$960,000Sale Price|20% Off
PLATINUM AWARD EYE CLEAN GRS Certified 6 Carat BURMA NO HEAT RUBY Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
🔥 EXCEPTIONAL GRS-CERTIFIED 6 CARAT BURMA NO HEAT RUBY RING 🔥 Presenting a rare and investment-grade 6.00-carat Burma Ruby, GRS-certified, NO HEAT, and awarded the PLATINUM AWARD f...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$176,000Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier Platinum 4 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
This exceptional engagement ring by Cartier is crafted in platinum and set with a magnificent 4.30-carat diamond, graded D color and SI1 clarity, accompanied by GIA certification. T...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
F/W 2004 Gucci by Tom Ford Genuine Crocodile White Two-Tone Dragon Shoulder Bag
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Designed by Tom Ford for his final collection as Gucci's creative director, this white and brown two-tone crocodile bag from the Fall/Winter 2004 collection is an ultra-luxurious mus...
Hermes 2013 Black Mailbox Cube Q Square Porosus Leather Handbag
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Hermes 2013 Black Mailbox Cube Q Square Porosus Crocodile Leather Handbag is a stunning and rare accessory that embodies luxury and elegance. Crafted from exquisite black crocodi...
$89,862
Size: FR36 - UK8 - US 4
Christian Dior by John Galliano Fuchsia Evening Coat with Fur Trim, FW 2007
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
A museum-grade Christian Dior evening coat, crafted from a cotton and silk blend in a rich fuchsia hue. The coat features dramatic, oversized raccoon fur trim on the sleeves and hem,...
Van Cleef & Arpels 1949 French Diamond 18K Gold Vintage Brooch Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a convertible collar necklace comprised of removable brooch appliqué Consisting of three strands of twisting rope chain and a floral bouquet brooch Flowers are dimensiona...
Diamond, Gold, 18k 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.