6.35 Carats Total Mixed Cut Fancy Intense Yellow & White Diamond Band
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
Elegantly spaced by asscher cut fancy intense yellow diamonds weighing 3.77 carats total, VS-VVS in Clarity.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.03 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow and Emerald Unique Design Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
A GIA certified 1.03 carat Fancy Intense Yellow diamond is set along with 0.71 carats of Vivid Green Emerald and 0.41 carats of white round brilliant diamond.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Shreve, Crump & Low GIA Certified 4.74 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Cushion Ring
By Shreve, Crump & Low
Located in Boston, MA
This fancy intense yellow cushion cut diamond is custom set in a handcrafted Shreve, Crump & Low platinum and 18 karat yellow gold diamond cluster ring consisting of 1 cushion cut ye...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
$3,000Sale Price|20% Off
Alexander 1.18ctt Fancy Intense Brown Diamond Ring 18k White Gold
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning fancy intense brown diamond with diamond halo. By Alexander Beverly Hills. 1.18 carats total diamond weight. 0.73 carat round brilliant diamond, approximately Fancy Intense...
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$168,000Sale Price|20% Off
8.13 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow VVS2 Cushion Modified Brilliant Diamond Yellow a
Located in Chicago, IL
Elegant Yellow and White Gold ring featuring a 8.13 carat cushion modified brilliant natural diamond as the center stone.
Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Mixed Metal
$56,000Sale Price|20% Off
6 Carat Intense green Minor Oil Emerald and Diamond White and Yellow Gold Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
The center stone is flanked by diamond side stones. Expertly crafted in White and Yellow Gold, this ring pairs a timeless silhouette with the beauty of a fine natural emerald, making...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Mixed Metal
$48,000Sale Price|20% Off
Fancy Intense Yellowish Orange Engagement Ring In 22K Yellow Gold And Platinum.
By MOGULDIAM INC
Located in New York, NY
Fancy Intense Yellowish Orange engagement ring beautifully handmade in 22 karat gold and platinum. The details are as follows : Fancy intense yellowish orange : 1.25 carat Clari...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.07ct Radiant Fancy Intense Yellow Three-Stone Ring
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Mounted in handmade custom design setting featuring Platinum 950 & 18K Yellow Gold with pave on the shank Setting features exceptional pave work, delicate yet sturdy, includes approx...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$39,200Sale Price|20% Off
GIA & Bellerophon Certified 11.32 Carat Intense Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This breathtaking cocktail ring features an extraordinary 11.32 carat oval-cut sapphire of intense, velvety blue color. Certified by both GIA and Bellerophon, the sapphire showcases ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Emilio Jewelry 20.00 Carat Gia Certified Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond
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, A perfect gorgeous Gia Certified Fancy Intense Yellow Diamonds weighing j...
Yellow Diamond
Estate Platinum 2.08ct Intense Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring - VHK#550a
Located in Hicksville, NY
Estate Platinum 2.08ct Intense Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring - VHK#550a Item Details: Year: 2000s Ring Size: 8 (Sizable) Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 1...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Modern Gold GIA Certified 3 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Engagement Band
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Modern 18k Yellow Gold gia certified 3.08 appx Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Radiant cut Diamond Band The 18k yellow gold ring is set with 22 natural fancy intense yellow radiant cuts...
Yellow Diamond, Gold
Price Upon Request
Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 16.00 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the Emilio Jewelry Museum Vault, Showcasing a magnificent investment grade 16.00 carat natural fancy intense yellow diamond. We are experts at creating jewels for these very spe...
Yellow Diamond
$1,520Sale Price|20% Off
HRD 14K 3.17 ct Intense Pink Kunzite&Diamond 5-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*HRD 14K Yellow Gold 3.17 ct Intense Pink Kunzite&Diamonds 5-Stone Engagement Ring* Natural intense purplish pink Kunzite as the center stone weighing 3.17 ct surrounded with nat...
Diamond, White Diamond, Kunzite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Roman Malakov 2.51 Carats Oval Cut Intense Yellow Diamond Five-Stone Band
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A color-rich ring showcasing vibrant and intense oval cut yellow diamonds, each surrounded by a single row of round brilliant diamonds.
Yellow Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.15 Carat Radiant Cut Fancy Intense Yellowish Green Diamond Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
18k tri-colored gold long frame rectangular shaped ring with multi-colored natural diamonds. Featuring a GIA certified 1.15 carat Fancy Intense Yellowish Green radiant cut with even ...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, ...
GIA Certified Band with Fancy Intense Yellow Radiant Cut Diamonds
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the breathtaking Eternityband, a radiant testament to timeless elegance and unparalleled beauty. Crafted in luxurious 18k yellow gold, this exquisite piece features a mes...
Diamond, 18k Gold
8.70 Carat Fancy Yellow Intense Cushion Cut VVS2 GIA Three Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Consider this fabulous three-stone cushion-cut 8.70 carat fancy yellow intense VVS2 clarity diamond engagement ring.
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
12 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow VS1 Radiant Cut Diamond Three Stone Platinum Ring
By Rick Shatz
Located in New York, NY
This diamond ring is truly an exceptional piece of jewelry, featuring a very special Fancy Yellow Vivid Radiant Cut Diamond. This diamond is of a remarkable 12 carats and boasts a de...
Diamond, Platinum
$1,680Sale Price|20% Off
HRD 14K 4.27 ct Intense Pink Kunzite&Diamond Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*HRD 14K Yellow Gold 4.27 ct Intense Pink Kunzite&Diamonds Kunzite⋄ Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring Engagement Ring* Natural intense purplish pink Kunzite as the center stone we...
Diamond, White Diamond, Kunzite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,760Sale Price|20% Off
HRD 14K 4.68 ct Intense Pink Kunzite&Diamond Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*HRD 14K Yellow Gold 4.68 ct Intense Pink Kunzite&Diamonds 3-Stone Engagement Ring* Natural intense purplish pink Kunzite as the center stone weighing 4.68 ct surrounded with nat...
Diamond, White Diamond, Kunzite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,680Sale Price|20% Off
HRD 14K 3.05 ct Intense Pink Kunzite&Diamond Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*HRD 14K Yellow Gold 3.05 ct Intense Pink Kunzite&Diamonds Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring* Natural intense purplish pink Kunzite as the center stone weighing 3.05 ct surrounded...
Diamond, White Diamond, Kunzite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 20.00 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Pear Diamond
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located in the Iconic Gem Tower/Gia Building in New York's Diamond District. This item has been appraised by the exp...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond
GIA 1.81 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow French Pave Set 18 Karat Ring with Halo
By Sebastian Bernard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine GIA Certified 1.81 Ct Cushion Cut Natural Fancy Intense Yellow center Diamond set in a fine 18k White Gold French Pave set Engagement Ring with Halo with total weight of ...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified Natural 27.00 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From The Museum Vault at Emilio Jewelry Located on New York's iconic Fifth Avenue, Showcasing a very special and rare Gia certified natural fancy intense yellow diamond, Flawless!! ...
Yellow Diamond
GIA Certified 3 Stone Ring with 5.02ct Fancy Intense Yellow Radiant Cut
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum Ring, featuring a breathtaking centerpiece: a 5.02-carat Natural Fancy Intense Yellow Even SI2 Radiant Shape Diamond certified ...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Diana M. Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond 23.88cts VS2 Set with 2cts Trillions GIA
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Platinum Fancy intese Yellow Diamond 25.88cts Adorned with 2 Trilliants on the Side GIA certified #5161984914 Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for ...
Yellow Diamond
19.06 Carat Intense Red Rubelite and Diamond Gold Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Elegant & finely detailed Gold Ring, center set with a securely nestled 19.06 Carat Oval Intense Red Rubelite, measuring approx. 16.5mm x 13.0mm; clarity VS; heat treatment; surround...
Diamond, Rubelite, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 23.00 Carat Fancy Intense Flawless 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, Spectacularly saturated and mind blowing Gia Certified Fancy Intense Yel...
Yellow Diamond
GIA Natural Fancy Intense 3.06Ct. Chartreuse Radiant Diamond
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
Rare, natural fancy intense green-yellow radiant-cut diamond mounted with kite-cut white diamond side stones.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
J. Birnbach GIA 2.43 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Radiant Diamond Halo Solitaire
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
Key Details - Center diamond: 2.43 carat radiant cut Fancy Intense Yellow, VS1 clarity, GIA - Accent diamonds: 0.74 total carat weight pavé halo and shank - Platinum & 18K yello...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco .90 Carat TW Oval Diamond Ring Intense Orangey Brown 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Ring Specifications: Total Weight: 0.90 Carat Total Weight Center Stone: 0.59 Carat Natural Oval Diamond Color: Fancy Intense Orangey Brown Clarity: I3 Accent Stones: 22 Natural Roun...
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.17 Carat TW Fancy Intense Orange Shield Mixed Cut Diamond Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
GIA Certified 0.76 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow-Orange Shield Cut Diamond and 1.41 Carat tw Mixed Cut Diamond Ring.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18.05 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow VS2 Cut-Cornered Rectangular Modified Brilliant
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
The center diamond is graded Fancy Intense Yellow color and VS2 clarity, offering a bright and lively appearance.
Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Mixed Metal
Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 1.00 Carat Fancy Intense Heart Shape Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
Please refer to the international jewelry brand De Beers, a 0.80 carat yellow diamond ring, which sells for up to $670,000.
Yellow Diamond
GIA Certified 3.09 'Fancy Intense Yellow' and GRS 'Red' Ruby in 18K Gold Ring
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
The Diamond weighs 3.09 carat and is certified by Gemological Institute of America (GIA) as natural, even and 'Fancy Intense Yellow'.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diana M. 1.39 ct GIA certified (FIY VS2) fancy intense yellow radient diamond
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18 kt white gold engagement ring featuring a center 1.39 ct GIA certified (FIY VS2) fancy intense yellow radient cut diamond surrounded by 1.16 cts tw of diamonds in a halo design ...
Diamond
8.72 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow VS2 Cushion Modified Brilliant Diamond Rose and
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
The center diamond is graded Fancy Intense Yellow color and VS2 clarity, offering a bright and lively appearance.
Diamond, Rose Gold, White Gold, Mixed Metal
5.05 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow VS1 Cut-Cornered Rectangular Modified Brilliant
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
The center diamond is graded Fancy Intense Yellow color and VS1 clarity, offering a bright and lively appearance.
Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Mixed Metal
9.89 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow VS2 Cut-Cornered Rectangular Modified Brilliant
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
The center diamond is graded Fancy Intense Yellow color and VS2 clarity, offering a bright and lively appearance.
Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Mixed Metal
10.75 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow VVS2 Cut-Cornered Rectangular Modified Brillian
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
The center diamond is graded Fancy Intense Yellow color and VVS2 clarity, offering a bright and lively appearance.
Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Mixed Metal
GIA Certified 0.26 CT Faint Intense Yellow VS2 / 0.30 CT Faint Pink I1 18 K Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 4.91 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Pear Carat: 0.26 / 0.30 Colour: F...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.91/0.32/0.31 Carat Fancy Intense yellow/D/F Colour VS2/SI1/VVS Clarity Diamond
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 3.98 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Round Carat: 0.91 Colour: Fan...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Fancy Yellow Diamond Eternity Ring, Huge Dome 18 Karat Gold Ring 12 Carat
Located in Honolulu, HI
Fancy intense & vivid yellow Diamond ring. This magnificent ring features 476 round brilliant cut diamonds that vary in size from 0.02 to 0.05 ct. each, with the approximate total di...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 6.00 Carats of Fancy Yellow Diamond on Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive and stunning GIA certified fancy intense yellow diamond on spectacular ring ,with a exquisite design , very adorable piece.
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
3.08ct Radiant Cut Fancy Yellow VVS2 GIA Diamond Engagement Ring
By Rick Shatz
Located in New York, NY
Illuminate your love story with this extraordinary 3.04ct Radiant Cut Fancy Intense Yellow Trilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 11.832 Carat Fancy Long Radiant Yellow and White Diamond Ring
Located in Yorba Linda, CA
Cushion Modified Brilliant FANCY INTENSE YELLOW and White Diamond Ring with 147 Diamonds 30 carat Yellow Diamond flanked by 1/2 carat White two Triangular Diamonds.
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
1.94 Total Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond Three Stone Ladies Engagement Ring GIA
By SEAWAVEDIAMONDS
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in 18K white gold and mounted with a fancy intense yellow diamond this ring will keep everyone guessing about how much you paid for it.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2 Carat Cushion Cut Fancy Yellow Diamond Double Halo GIA Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This Cushion Shaped Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond engagement ring is made of 18k gold and platinum.
Yellow Diamond, Platinum
18K Gold 1.05 Carat EGL Certified Halo Trillion Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Entirely handmade, modern and timeless 18K White Gold EGL Certified Fancy Intense Yellow Trillion Diamond Engagement Ring. This is a halo setting with a beautiful "Vivid Yellow" Cert...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
5 Carat Pear Shape Diamond Engagement Ring GIA Certified FIY SI1
By Mike Nekta New York
Located in New York, NY
Kendall 5 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow SI1 Pear Shape Diamond Engagement Ring in White Gold.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, White Gold
10.30 Carat GRS Certified Blue Sapphire and Heart Shaped Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A magnificent ring, it features a pear shaped royal blue sapphire weighing 10.30 carat with heart-shaped intense yellow diamonds making up the ring band weighing 6.53 carat.
Yellow Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,640Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified - 0.72 carats Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Versatile Elegance: Whether you're considering this Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond for an engagement ring, a pendant, or as part of a custom-designed masterpiece, its versatility knows...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond
$17,600Sale Price|20% Off
Intense Yellow Diamond Gold Platinum Ring
By Keith Davis
Located in Sarasota, FL
Hand Fabricated Ring by Keith Davis for Thayer Jewelers. Containing one GIA certified Intense Yellow heart shape diamond weighing 0.63 carats and one EGL certified E color diamond we...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, 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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