24k Gold Ring for Women with Spinel and Diamonds
Located in İstanbul, TR
Spinel (0.54 Carat) and Diamonds (0.03 Carat) Crafted with timeless elegance, this 24 karat gold jewelry piece draws inspiration from the ancient civilizations of Anatolia, where em...
Diamond, Spinel, 24k Gold
7.57 Carat Emerald Diamond 14 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This stunning ring has been meticulously crafted from 14-karat gold. It is hand set in 7.57 carats emerald and illuminated with 1.35 carats of glittering diamonds. The ring is a si...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique 0.39ct Ruby and 0.63ct Diamond 15k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring, circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 0.39 carat ruby and 0.63 carat diamond, 15 karat yellow gold and silver set kite shaped cocktail ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and jewelry collectio...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver
Tiffany & Co. Edwardian Aquamarine Diamond Platinum 18k Gold Ring Circa 1910
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Towson, MD
A rare and captivating Tiffany and Co. Edwardian aquamarine and diamond ring, this antique 18-karat yellow gold and platinum lozenge ring features a 1.84-carat lozenge-cut aquamarine...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Fancy Yellow & White Diamond Pave in 18K Two Tone Gold Butterfly Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A fancy yellow and white diamond 18K two-tone rose and white gold butterfly motif cocktail ring, featuring four pear-shaped fancy yellow diamonds as wings, one kite-shaped fancy yell...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
$1,749Sale Price|30% Off
Panim 0.46 Carats Shield shape diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By PANIM
Located in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
Panim 0.46 Carats Shield shape diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring Contact us on platform for more information
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.1ct Rhombus Lozenge Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring White Gold
Located in Lisbon, PT
Contemporary 3.10ct Rhombus Modified Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring in 19.2 Karat White Gold, Bespoke, circa 2010s. This handmade one-of-a-kind jewel features a beau...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Meghna Jewels 10.66 Carat Emerald Diamond 14 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This stunning ring has been meticulously crafted in 14-karat white gold. It is hand set in 10.66 carats emerald and illuminated with 1.55 carats of glittering diamonds. The ring is...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Sunita Nahata Amethyst 1.70ct. Fancy Ring in 14 Karat Rose Gold with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Amethyst Ring in 14Karat Rose Gold with White Diamond. Amethyst: 1.70 carat, 8X6mm size, NIB/Kite shape.
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
One-of-One Ram Ring in 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum with 2.3tcw Natural Diamonds
Located in Atlanta, GA
The Ram Ring is a one-of-one sculptural work by ExtraordinAri Gems, crafted in 18K yellow gold and platinum and set with 2.3 carats of natural white and champagne diamonds. Inspired...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$8,790Sale Price|20% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 3.11ct Toi Et Moi Emerald & Rose Cut Diamond Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern floating emerald and diamond toi et moi ring. By Alexander Beverly Hills. 1 kite shape emeralds, 1.79 carats apx F2. 1 round rose cut diamond 1.32 carats, approximate...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.35ct Untreated Sapphire Green Blue & Diamond 18k White Gold Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Unique Untreated Greenish Blue Fancy Kite Cut Sapphire And Diamond 18k White Gold Halo Ring. 1.35 Total Carat.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Gold, 1...
$14,928
Fancy Yellow Navette Ring
Located in São Paulo, BR
A radiant brilliance that exudes exclusivity. This 18K yellow gold ring is enhanced by fancy yellow diamonds in varying sizes and refined marquise cuts, highlighting the play of ligh...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
Stunning 2.29 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
The center stone is accentuated by dazzling round and kite cut diamond accents. The ring is stamped 900PT and weighs 6.7 grams.
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 0.48 Carat Natural Brazil Paraiba Tourmaline Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Cocktail Ring featuring a GIA Certified 0.48 Carat Natural Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline and 0.20 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum. Paraiba Tourmalines were only ...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum
Oval Shape Green Emerald & Diamond Vintage Art Deco Style White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
To the top, bottom, and sides of the emerald is triangle shaped emerald accented by diamonds. The kite shape ring is incredible flattering to the finger. 14K Gold.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,400Sale Price|37% Off
Brilliant White Diamond Yellow Gold Patina Silver Open Kite Ring, Todd Reed 2021
By Todd Reed
Located in Dallas, TX
Open Kite Ring handcrafted by acclaimed maker Todd Reed in signature-finished 18k yellow gold and patina sterling silver with 0.21 total carats of round brilliant-cut white diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Si...
Unavailable|$1,750
Kite Diamond Ring in 14 Karat White Gold with Champagne DIamonds
By Mary Gallagher
Located in Foxborough, MA
This elegant low profile style features a beautiful salt and pepper rosecut kite diamond in 14k white gold. Champagne diamonds flank the sides in this tappered band style. The style ...
Diamond, White Gold
Unavailable|$5,965
Kite Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Concierge Diamonds Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Kite cut diamonds are also referenced as shield cut diamonds, due to the nature of their shape.
Diamond, 18k Gold
14K 2Tone Toi et Moi 1.31 Carats Kite and Emerald Cut Diamond Bezel Set Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A contemporary take on the romantic toi et moi ("you and me") style, this elegant diamond ring features an eye-catching pairing of an emerald cut and a kite-shaped diamond, set in wa...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Unavailable|$5,500
Art Deco Platinum and Kite Shape Diamond And Emerald Ring
Located in New York, NY
A period Art Deco platinum ring with kite shape diamonds and assorted cut diamonds and emerald baguettes
Diamond
Unavailable|$10,969
Rarever 18K Rose Gold Diamond Kite 0.81cts Tourmaline Cocktail Ring
By RAREVER
Located in London, GB
Combining the vivid pink hue of tourmaline with the unrivalled clarity of diamonds, this ring finds inspiration in the contrast of the natural world. 18k rose gold curves are draped ...
White Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$1,295 / item
Signet Kite Shaped Star Engraved 14 Karat Gold Diamond Ring
By Mary Gallagher
Located in Foxborough, MA
Solid 14k gold signet with star engraving and 2.5mm salt and pepper center diamond. This ring was hand carved with a 14k stamping. Inspired by vintage style signets with the top eng...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Unavailable|$31,250
3-Stone Green Emerald Ring with Kite Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Style: 3 Stone Green Emerald Ring with Kite Diamonds Metal type: Platinum 18kt White Gold 1 4.35ct Green Emerald Octagonal Cut 2 total 0.68ct E/Vs Kite Diamonds Location...
Emerald
Handmade Mark Areias Jewelers Shield Shaped Kite Amethyst and Diamond Ring
By Mark Areias Jewelers
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
nique shield shaped kite Amethyst ring with double diamond halo. The center kite shaped Amethyst is surrounded by 14 platinum channel set baguette diamonds weighing 1.40cts total.
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$4,500
'Ava' Salt and Pepper Kite Cut, 1.35 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring
By Cushla Whiting
Located in Melbourne, AU
Gaze into your own personal slice of the galaxy with Cushla Whiting's AVA ring. The starry night of the salt and pepper diamond is framed by a triangle of bright white diamonds, maki...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$1,295 / item
Signet Kite Shaped Star Engraved 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Ring
By Mary Gallagher
Located in Foxborough, MA
Solid 14k gold signet with star engraving and 2.5mm vs white center diamond. This ring was hand carved with a 14k stamping. Inspired by vintage style signets with the top engraving....
Diamond, White Gold
Unavailable|$10,626
Art Deco Pave Set Diamond Rectangular and Kite Shaped Sapphire Platinum Ring
Located in London, GB
Art Deco pave set diamond, rectangular and kite shaped sapphire ring set in platinum, American circa 1930 Weight of diamonds 2.25 carats approximately Finger size - leading edge K ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Lauren K. 2.27ct Kite Shaped Mint Tourmaline and Diamond Cocktail Ring 18K Gold
Located in Mill Valley, CA
This vibrant Tourmaline is surrounded by two rows of pave set white Diamonds .80 Carats. The size of the ring is 6.5 and can be sized.
Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$17,280
Araya 4.6 Carat Kite Shaped Emerald and Rose Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Mumbai, HM
Pushing the boundaries of craft and creativity, this diamond and kite shaped emerald ring is truly a work of modern art.
Emerald, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$9,324
18k White Gold Kite Tie Shaped Diamond 1.32cts F VS Halo Engagement Ring
By RAREVER
Located in London, GB
Rarever brings the unique collection of special cut diamond engagement rings. The engagement ring is crafted with Tie Shaped solitaire diamond set in classic setting to attain the ...
Diamond, White Gold
No-Heat Burma Ruby 3.15 Carat Ring AGL certified with Kite Shape Diamond Sides
Located in Lakewood, NJ
A 3.15 carat no-heat Cushion Burmese ruby as stated in the accompanying GIA Ruby Origin Report, set in a platinum and 18k gold ring with two kite shaped diamond side stones (.80 ctw)...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Unavailable|$4,410
18kt White Gold Dangling Ring with Diamonds and White Topaz
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
From the Bhansali LIGHT Collection, this unique cocktail ring is set in 18kt White Gold with Round Brilliant-Cut Diamonds and a Divine Cut White Topaz. The divine cut is unique to Bh...
Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$69,000
Custom Designed Colombian Emerald Diamond 18k Cigar Band Ring
Located in Naples, FL
Custom designed Emerald CAD designed ring set with fancy shaped kite shaped Columbian Emerald.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$18,000
2.02 Carat Elongated Lozenge Step Cut Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Divine Lozenge-Shaped Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold – GIA Certified Striking in both silhouette and brilliance, this Lozenge-shaped diamond ring is a bold and elegant statement. T...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$1,090
1.45 Ct. Moss Agate with Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Hartman, AR
Please feel free to ask every question of the ring’s details. Main Stone Details: ◊ Moss Agate ◊ 1.45 Ct ◊ Kite Cut Side Stone Details: ◊ Diamonds ◊ 0,17 Ct ◊ E-F Color VS-SI Clari...
Agate, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$1,100
1.28 Ct. Moss Agate with Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Hartman, AR
Please feel free to ask every question of the ring’s details. Main Stone Details: ◊ Moss Agate ◊ 1.28 Ct ◊ Kite Cut Side Stone Details: ◊ Diamonds ◊ 0,17 Ct ◊ E-F Color VS-SI Clari...
Diamond, Agate, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
2.49 Carat Conflict Free Oval Ruby GIA Certified from Thailand Set with Kites
By Leo Ingwer
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Red Ruby is set in 14kt and 18kt with .50 ct. total weight of FVS Kite shaped side diamonds. If you don't see something, say something!
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Pyritized Dinosaur Bone Ring 7.9gms Solid 14k Yellow Gold 1.55ct Pavé Diamonds
Located in New Orleans, LA
Handcrafted in 14k solid yellow gold, Porter Lyons' one of a kind ring features a kite shaped pyritized dinosaur bone, encrusted with over 300 pavé diamonds. 30mm x 18mm (Approx.) ...
Diamond, Pyrite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$1,759 / item
Pink Opal, Multi Color Sapphire and Diamond Studded Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in JAIPUR, IN
Elegant and exquisitely detailed Gold Ring, center set with 10.58 Ct Kite Shaped Cabochon Pink Opal surrounded by and enhanced on shank with micro pave Diamonds, weighing approx. 0.4...
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lemon Quartz, Multi Sapphire and Diamond Studded Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in JAIPUR, IN
14 Karat Yellow Gold ring studded with fancy cut 10.28 Ct Lemon Quartz, with unique under stone setting of 0.91 Cts Multi Sapphire and 0.312 Ct Diamond. Beautifully hand crafted in ...
Diamond, Quartz, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$11,320
Ruby Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Kite Shaped Ruby/Diamond Bead Ring in Platinum.
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Platinum
Unavailable|$10,000
Trio Lozenge Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A Beautiful Trio Ring Featuring Three Lozenge Cut Diamonds With Yellow Color And VS Clarity Totaling 3pcs/1.93cts (Center Stone 0.91cts, Side Stones 0.50cts And 0.52cts)
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$2,200
Totem Bird solitaire ring
Located in Cold Spring, NY
This glittering piece is a new addition by New York-based design team Manya & Roumen. The 18k yellow gold band gracefully hugs the finger, and the diamonds sparkle as the hand moves....
Diamond, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$2,400 / item
Azadi Ring with Wraps No. 1
Located in New York, NY
This ring adds a touch of movement to your every step, the diamonds glide effortlessly side to side on a third of the ring.
White Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Unavailable|$7,660
Harmony Round Contemporary Cocktail Ring
By Jane Berg
Located in Chicago, IL
18k White Gold with Sand Blast finish White & Black Diamonds .54tw Custom cut Amethyst & Peridot 9.35tw Signature Spider Detail I was inspired by the iron fencing while on a tour in...
Amethyst, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$15,200
18K White/Rose Gold, Diamonds, Sapphires, Jade
Located in Bangkok, TH
White Diamonds (Round and Kite Cut) 0.60 cts, Purple Sapphires 0.11 cts, Oval Lavender Jade 10.18 cts
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose ...
Unavailable|$31,200 / set
18K White/Yellow/Rose Gold, Diamonds, Sapphires, Jades, Set 'Earrings and Ring'
Located in Bangkok, TH
Natural Yellow and White Diamonds, enhanced Blue Briolettes Diamonds (total 2.46 cts), Purple Sapphires 0.10 cts, Lavender Jades 3 pcs cabochons (total 16.46 cts)
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Jade, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire,...
Unavailable|$2,100
Vintage Inspired Halo Kite Diamond Ring in 14 Karat Gold
By Mary Gallagher
Located in Foxborough, MA
Gorgeous 14k yellow gold engagement ring highlighting a grey kite diamond center surrounded by beautifully selected brown, champagne and white diamonds .
Diamond, 14k Gold
Sold|$14,500
1.90 Carat Emerald and Kite Diamonds Ring
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Gorgeous, intense, true "emerald green" emerald of 1.90 carats, set in 18k yellow gold prongs and flanked by kite-shaped white diamonds. This is a lovely contemporary take on a class...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
6 Carat Blue Oval Sapphire & Kite Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 6.33 ct. blue sapphire oval with white diamond kite shapes and rounds. Handmade in 18k white gold.
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Sold|$6,495
1920s Kite shape Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Unique Kite Shape Diamond Ring, circa: 1920s in a Platinum mounting.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Hancocks 0.62ct Rare Kite Shape Fancy Gray-Blue Diamond & Pink Diamond Ring
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
Description An elegant and unusual fancy coloured diamond and gold ring by Hancocks, centred with a kite-shape step-cut diamond weighing 0.62cts and of Fancy Grey-Blue colour and SI1...
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
18 Carat Gold Ring Bezel Set with a Brown Kite Shape Diamond
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat yellow yold ring set with a brown kite shaped diamond (0.51 carat, VS2) bezel set.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Mid-Century 2.13 CTW Fancy Kite Cut Diamond Platinum Vintage Engagement Ring GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a mixed kite cut diamond weighing 1.93 carats - D color with SI1 clarity Set with wide prongs in a pierced basket and flanked by cathedral shoulders Bead set with single c...
Diamond, Platinum
1.44ct Kite Shape Salt and Pepper Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
By Aurora Designer
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ Solid 14K yellow gold ring set with a kite-shaped (also known as rhombus or shield-shape) rosecut diamond in the center ♥ The diamond is bezel set with a small beaded/milgrain ed...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
Kite Cut Invisible Setting Star Shaped Diamond Solitaire Ring 18k White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Specifications: MAIN stone: KITE CUT (STAR SHAPE) DIAMONDS: 5 PIECES CARAT TOTAL WEIGHT: approx 0.56 CTW COLOR/clarity: F/VS1 brand: UNBRANDED metal: 18K WH...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White 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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