Leto Lama Ruby Heart, Rubies, Diamonds 18 Ct Gol
Located in London, GB
An easy to wear glamorous everyday ring or a special cocktail ring featuring a captivating natural, untreated red with pink hues Natural 1.47 Cts Ruby Heart from Sri Lanka. An ideal ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
14K Yellow Gold 1.40 Carat Heart Shaped Diamond Bezel Eternity Band
Located in Cape May, NJ
Era: New Composition: 14K Yellow Gold Primary Stone: Seventeen Heart Shape Diamonds Total Carat Weight: 1.40 Carats Color/Clarity: G-H / SI1-2 Ring Size: 7.5 Ring Weight: 3.4 Grams I...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Natural Pink Heart Shape Diamond Ring - Rare Colors Jewelry
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
1.89 Carat Faint Pink Diamond Heart Shape Diamond SI1 Clarity Excellent, Very Good Cutting 2.70 Carats of surrounding white diamonds 0.22 Carats Surrounding Pink Rounds GIA Certi...
Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold
Stunning 0.9ct Natural Diamond Wrap Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Modern romance takes form in this sleek wrap ring crafted in warm 18K yellow gold. Featuring two heart-shaped natural diamonds totaling 0.6ct, the open design curves gracefully aroun...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
AIG Certified 3.60 Carat Natural Burma Ruby 1.60 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Fall in love with our special ring with a Natural Burma Ruby of 3,60 carat, fine quality, in perfect heart cut, and natural diamonds of 1,60 carats, round brilliant cut, F/VS.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Heart-Shaped 8.00ct Pink Morganite Diamond Ring in 18K Gold, New
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Fall in love with our stunning pink Morganite and Diamond ring. This exquisite piece features a heart-shaped Morganite gemstone with excellent brilliance, surrounded by a halo of spa...
Diamond, Morganite, 18k Gold
Diamond Toi et Moi Ring 1.43 Carat Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond GIA Certified
Located in New York, NY
Introducing an exceptional Diamond Toi et Moi Ring, boasting a truly unique design. Adorned with a 0.49 carat Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond heart-shaped, GIA certified as SI1 in clarity...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Captivating 1.00ct Double Excellent Ideal Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in רמת גן, IL
Captivating 1.00ct Double Excellent Ideal Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - GIA Certified This stunning heart-shaped diamond ring, set in luxurious 18k yellow gold, is...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
AGL Certified 1.02 Carat Fancy Yellow Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 5.020 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Heart Carat: 1.02 ct Colour: Fan...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$120,000Sale Price|20% Off
Important 6.01 Carat Fancy Yellow VVS2 Heart Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Radiating an undeniable aura of luxury and romance, this magnificent pendant necklace is a testament to exceptional craftsmanship and rare natural beauty. At its heart rests an impr...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
Tanzanite with Diamond Heart Ring set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Tanzanite 1.71 carats with Diamond 0.20 carat Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 1.1 cm Length: 1.2 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 4.04 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 whe...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
$11,200Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 4 ct Heart Ruby Ballerina Diamond Ring 14K Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
A captivating vintage ruby and diamond ballerina ring crafted in 14 karat gold, showcasing a romantic and dramatic heart-shaped design.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
AIG Certified 9.50 Carats Natural Burma Ruby 3.40 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Magnificent ring come in 18K gold , with a Natural Burma Ruby of 9,50 carats, in perfect heart cut, spectacular color, fine quality, and 204 pieces of natural Diamonds in round brill...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Spectra Fine Jewelry 11.13 Carat Heart Shape Diamond Wedding Ring
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
A wedding ring set with 16 heart-shape diamonds weighing a total of 11.13 carats. Weight of each diamond is 0.7 carat. All diamonds are accompanied by GIA certificates, stating that ...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 18K Gold Ring with Pink and Blue Heart Sapphires and Diamonds
Located in BILBAO, ES
A striking vintage ring crafted in 18-karat yellow gold, featuring two heart-shaped sapphires in a romantic and elegant composition. At the center, a vivid pink sapphire is paired wi...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 3.60 Carat Natural Burma Ruby 1.60 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Fall in love with our special ring with a Natural Burma Ruby of 3,60 carat, fine quality, in perfect heart cut, and natural diamonds of 1,60 carats, round brilliant cut, F/VS.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
GIA 0.79 Carat Fancy Light Green (Undetermined) SI2 Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 6.344 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Heart Carat: 0.79 ct Colour: Fan...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 18K White Gold Heart-Shaped Spinel and Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A striking vintage ring crafted in solid 18K white gold, centering a dramatic heart-shaped spinel weighing approximately 5.83 carats. The spinel displays a rich red hue with natural ...
Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold, White Gold
Precious 0.50ct Heart-Shaped Natural Diamond 18K White Gold Ring
Located in רמת גן, IL
Declare your love with this romantic ring, showcasing a captivating heart-shaped natural diamond in a stunning solitaire setting with a delicate twist band, all crafted in radiant 18...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Two Tone Gold/Platinum Ring with 4.15 Carat Heart & Pear GIA Diamonds Size 6
Located in New York, NY
Detailed Description: Heart & Pear 4.15 Carat Diamond Two-Stone Ring 18K Gold, Size 6 DESCRIPTION: Elevate your elegance with this stunning two-stone diamond ring, featuring a heart-...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
0.83ctw Diamond Heart Engagement Ring 14k white Gold Size 4.25
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Diamond - Carats - 0.53ct Cut - Heart Brilliant Color - H Clarity - SI1 - Natural Diamonds - Total Carats -0.30ctw Cut - Pear Brilliant Color - H ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified Fancy Brownish Greenish Yellow VS1 Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 7.73 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Heart Carat: 3.03 ct Colour: Fancy...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Contemporary Heart Shaped Diamond Solitaire Split Shank Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Featuring a beautifully shaped heart cut diamond, this piece radiates a romantic charm that is both playful and deeply personal.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 7.0 Carat Heart Shape Pink Diamond Cocktail Ring
By GEMME
Located in New York, NY
Heart Shape Diamond weighing 7.0 Carat with GIA certificate stating the Diamond is of Fancy Pink color and VS2 Clarity. Surrounded by reverse set White Diamonds weighing 5.02 Carats....
Pink Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 0.71 Carat Faint Pink VS2 Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 4.85 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Heart Carat: 0.71 ct Colour: Fain...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18kt White Gold Ring with Diamond and Heart Shaped Sapphire
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18kt white gold gia certified sapphire and diamond ring, the center stone is 3.00 carats heart shaped sapphire with 0.70 carats of diamonds in halo around the center stone.
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
$7,493Sale Price|20% Off
18kt Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamond Crossover Ring
Located in Braintree, GB
An elegant 18kt yellow gold crossover ring set with a heart-shaped sapphire and a heart-shaped diamond, accented by pavé-set brilliant-cut diamonds. The crossover design symbolises u...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Heart Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring has been meticulously crafted from 14-karat gold and set with .25 carats of sparkling diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger or smaller upon request. ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
$46,400Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. 1.60 Carat Platinum Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
An elegant and timeless engagement ring by Tiffany & Co., crafted in platinum and showcasing a beautifully proportioned heart-shaped diamond. Diamond: Heart shape Carat Weight:...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
GIA shy 4.0ctw HEART Shaped Diamond Halo Estate Vintage Engagement Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
There is nothing more ROMANTIC than this exquisite 3.91ctw Heart Shaped Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring! An icy-white, sleekly modeled HEART diamond is the center of attention. This...
Diamond, Platinum
$640Sale Price|20% Off
Graceful Bypass Tourmaline & Diamond Ring in 10k
Located in Bloomington, MN
This elegant ring is crafted in 10k yellow gold and features two vivid pink tourmalines, prong-set in a romantic bypass arrangement. The tourmalines total 2.00 carats and are beautif...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
$46,400Sale Price|20% Off
The Ultimate Romantic Gesture: 2.00tcw Cartier Heart Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Discover a truly rare and spectacular expression of love from the legendary House of Cartier. This exquisite "Ballerine" ring is centered around an incredibly scarce find: a GIA Cert...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold Heart Shaped Diamond Engagement Ring Size 7.5 #17097
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold Heart Shaped Diamond Engagement Ring Size 7.5 This sparkling engagement ring features one heart shaped diamond set in classic 14K white gold. Shank: 2 mm. Ap...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,950 / item
Enamel 14 Karat Gold Diamond Heart Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 14-karat gold, this ring is hand set with .55 carats of sparkling diamonds. Personalize it with your favorite enamel color. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the la...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
Roman Malakov 1.68 Carats Heart Shape Diamond & Pink Diamond Double Halo Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A stylish fashion ring, showcasing a 1.68 carats heart shape diamond with G color and I1 clarity, bezel-set on a platinum mounting. Surrounded by round cut pink diamonds weighing 0.5...
Diamond, Pink Diamond, Rose Gold, Platinum, 14k Gold
$52,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified Heart Shape Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
A captivating statement of romance and brilliance — this exquisite ring features a natural heart-shaped canary yellow diamond of remarkable intensity and charm. 💎 Center Diamond C...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
14 Karat White Gold Heart Shape Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K white gold Diamond: 1.00cttw Heart Color: G Clarity: SI2 Diamond: 2 round brilliant cut = 0.30cttw Color: I Clarity: SI2 Ring Size: 6.25 (please allow...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Diamond Heart Shape Eternity Band Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 7.36 ct. yellow diamond heart shapes (total of 14 stones) handmade in 18k yellow gold. Ring size 6.5.
Yellow Diamond, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18K Gold Ring with Heart Sapphire, Emerald and Diamond Accents
Located in BILBAO, ES
An elegant vintage ring crafted in 18-karat yellow gold, featuring a distinctive heart-shaped gemstone composition. At its center, a vivid green emerald and a deep blue sapphire, bot...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage heart shape sapphire diamond 18k yellow gold ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage heart shape sapphire diamond 18k yellow gold ring is a romantic and elegant statement piece showcasing the bold glamour of 1980s jewelry design. Centered by one heart shape s...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$29,250Sale Price|25% Off
Sakura Pink Diamond Ring in 18K Gold 7.67 Carats of Pink and Rose-Cut Diamonds
By Novel Collections
Located in New York, NY
Sakura Diamond Ring in 18K Gold 7.67 Carats of Pink and Rose-Cut Diamonds This extraordinary Sakura Diamond Ring is a floral-inspired high jewelry masterpiece featuring 7.67 total c...
White Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
AIG Certified 4.20 Carat Natural Ruby 1.90 Carat Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Imagine the pure delight in unwrapping a piece of timeless elegance from our new collection of jewels, ready to outshine every other moment in your life . Our exquisite ring showcase...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
2.29 Carat Natural Untreated African Spinel and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful halo ring featuring a 2.29 Carat Natural Unheated Spinel and 0.69 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum. Spinel has been frequently confused with ruby, but it’s a gem...
Diamond, Spinel, Platinum
14K Yellow Gold Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Fluted Cocktail Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A striking vintage yellow sapphire and diamond cocktail ring crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. At the center sits a vibrant fancy-cut yellow sapphire, displaying rich golden hues wit...
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
AGL Certified 0.098 Carat Fancy Yellow VS Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 4.28 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Heart Carat: 0.098 ct Colour: Fan...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Brown Diamond with Blue Sapphire and Brown Diamond Ring set in 18K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Brown Diamond 1.01 carats with Blue Sapphire 0.62 carat and Brown Diamond 0.28 carat Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings Width: 1.3 cm Length: 1.2 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 4....
Brown Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2.55ct Pink Lab Heart Diamond Double Halo Ring 14K White Gold Anniversary Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
The pink cocktail ring in lab-grown diamonds. Fancy pink heart cut at centre, white diamond inner halo, pink diamond outer halo, five-row mixed pink and white pavé dome band.
Diamond, Pink Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
5.80 Carat Heart & Round Diamond Pavé Open Lattice 18K White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This breathtaking 18K white gold wide cocktail ring features 7 heart-cut diamonds totaling 2.80 carats suspended within open scroll lattice loops, entirely blanketed by approximately...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14KT Yellow Gold Heart Shaped Peridot and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
A striking Peridot and Diamond Ring, featuring a captivating 2.66ct Heart-cut Peridot set in 14k Yellow Gold, adorned with 0.64ct of Round White Diamonds.
Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.06 Carat Double Heart-Shaped Fancy Yellow Diamond Bypass Ring 18K G
Located in New York, NY
Celebrate love and brilliance with this striking double heart-shaped yellow diamond ring, a masterpiece of color and craftsmanship. Featuring two matching heart-shaped fancy yellow d...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 4.04 Carat Fancy Light Pink Heart Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Please inquire for more images, certificates, and details. Zoom meetings...
Pink Diamond
Art Deco style 1.14 carat heart sapphire diamond platinum bombe ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This contemporary ring channels the elegance of Art Deco design with a 1.14 carat heart shape sapphire at its center, radiating rich color and charm. Surrounding the sapphire are six...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Heart Shaped Tanzanite Diamond Gold Ring
By Baume
Located in Poitiers, FR
Baume creation - Unique piece. Ring in 18 carat white gold, eagle head hallmark. In the form of a heart, the centrepiece is a claw set tanzanite heart surrounded by diamonds. The be...
Diamond, White Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pink Sapphire Heart Snake Ring Sterling Silver Emerald Diamond Eyes Serpent
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: J DAUPHIN Materials: Solid sterling silver (also available in solid gold upon request) Gemstones: Natural Heart-Cut Pink Sapphire, Natural Emeralds, and White Diamonds Styl...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Emerald, White Diamond, Sterling Silver, Silver
Magnificent 3.46ct Spinel and Diamonds Double Halo Cocktail Ring
Located in רמת גן, IL
Magnificent 3.46ct Spinel and Diamonds Double Halo Cocktail Ring in 14k White Gold - GIA Certified Make a statement with this exquisite 14k white gold double halo cocktail ring, fea...
Diamond, Spinel, 14k Gold, White Gold
$68,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 12 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Halo Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
A striking and highly distinctive statement ring centered around a rare heart-shaped Colombian emerald of exceptional size and presence. The centerpiece is a GIA-certified natural e...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Heart Engagement Ring. 0.80ct Heart Shape Diamond Sapphire Accent Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite ring showcases a captivating approx. 0.90-carat heart-shaped diamond at its center, graded J color and VS2 clarity. Surrounding the heart-shaped diamond is a delicate ...
Diamond, Platinum
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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