Kashmir No Heat
2010s Italian Modern Link Necklaces
Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s Unknown Art Deco Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary European Artisan Signet Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
2010s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire
2010s Unknown Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
2010s Italian Modern Fashion Rings
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
2010s Italian Modern Fashion Rings
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
2010s Italian Modern More Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
2010s Italian Modern More Jewelry
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Hong Kong Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Antique 1870s Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Antique 1890s Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
2010s European Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Spanish Neoclassical Cluster Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Three-Stone Rings
22k Gold
Early 2000s American Modernist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Tanzanian Modern Loose Gemstones
Tanzanite
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, G...
2010s Loose Gemstones
Ruby
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Fashion Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s Engagement Rings
Pink Sapphire, White Gold
British Three-Stone Rings
Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique 1890s Victorian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1910s American Edwardian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Platinum
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
20th Century American Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
20th Century American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Sapphire
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Late Victorian More Jewelry
Sapphire
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1980s Retro More Rings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold
Antique 1870s Unknown Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
1990s German Modern Bridal Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Antique 1870s Unknown Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
2010s Hong Kong Art Nouveau Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Padparadscha Sapphire , Platinum
Mid-20th Century Modernist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1990s American Engagement Rings
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1980s American Retro Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
20th Century American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1970s American Romantic Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
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Kashmir No Heat For Sale on 1stDibs
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Finding the Right Rings for You
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.
- What is a Kashmir sapphire?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Kashmir sapphires are among the most highly sought after sapphires in the world. They are almost perfect in cut, clarity and color. On the low end, gem-quality Kashmir sapphires may go for $5,000 per carat. They are so highly priced because they have an excellent deep blue color and a smooth texture. Find a collection of antique and vintage Kashmir sapphires on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To identify a Kashmir sapphire, take the jewelry to a licensed appraiser. It is difficult to evaluate a gemstone using only the naked eye or a household magnifying glass. Shop a range of expertly vetted Kashmir sapphire gemstone jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Kashmir sapphire will have a milky and fuzzy effect on its luster, and will be a vivid blue color with a hint of purple. You can shop a collection of expertly vetted gems and stones from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a no-heat sapphire?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A no-heat sapphire is a sapphire gemstone in its natural state. It differs from sapphires that undergo heat treatment to enhance their surface. Generally, no-heat sapphires are smoother, while heated sapphires are harder and more lustrous. Shop a range of sapphire gemstone jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Kashmir sapphires are still available, but they are considered one of the rarest types of gems and extremely hard to find. Kashmir sapphires are the highest premium sapphires, known for their bright blue hue. Find a selection of sapphire jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Kashmir sapphires are highly valued because of their superior color quality. Kashmir sapphires are among the truest blue sapphires earning them a reputation for being nearly perfect in quality without heat treatment. Shop a range of sapphire jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Do sapphires conduct heat?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, sapphires conduct heat. In fact, a real one won't melt until it reaches a temperature of 3,711 degrees F. As a result, one way that experts test sapphires to determine if they are real is to heat them to high temperatures. Find a collection of sapphire gemstone jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Are Burmese rubies heat treated?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Burmese rubies are heat treated. Most rubies are heat treated directly at the mines because the treatment enhances the value and quality of the ruby. Shop a wide collection of Burmese ruby pieces as well as other fine jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether or not terracotta pots can withstand heat depends on how well they are made and cared for. A finely crafted pot can usually hold up in the face of high temperatures. If you intend to cook with one, season it with cooking oil to increase its durability. Shop a collection of terracotta pots on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, not all fireplaces need a heat shield. However, a heat shield can enhance the visual appearance of the space while also protecting the room. Carefully measure your fireplace to ensure the best fit. Shop a wide range of heat shields and fireplace inserts on 1stDibs.
Roman Malakov DiamondsMarch 22, 2021A heated ruby is a ruby wherein 1600 - 1700 degrees centigrade of heat is applied to the stone to improve it's color, luster, and/or clarity. This is a common method for most rubies is not a bad at all. What makes unheated rubies valuable is their rarity. To find a beautiful ruby that does not need heat to improve it's beauty is very rare and highly unlikely.- Which mugs hold heat best?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023There is no single mug type or brand of mugs that holds heat best. While materials do play a role in determining how well mugs hold hot beverages at temperature, other factors like whether the metal is insulated, how well the mug is crafted and how tightly the lid fits also have an impact. Find an assortment of mugs on 1stDibs.
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