Chanel Diamond Four Leaf Clover Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Chanel
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Four Leaf Clover Band Ring by Chanel. With 1 Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Total Weight Approximately 0.12 ct.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Fancy Yellow & White Diamond Pearshape Bypass Leaf Ring 4.10ct 18K Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
Metal: 18K White Gold & Yellow Gold Total Diamond Weight: ~4.00 Carats White Diamond Color: G Diamond Clarity: VS Diamond Cuts: Round Brilliant, Pear Shape, Marquise Style: Bypas...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
One Third Carat Leaf Style Diamond Ring Guard & Enhancer
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Ring Summary ♥ Main Stone: Diamond Approx. Carat Weight: .33cttw Diamond Clarity: SI1 Diamond Color: H/I Band Material: 14k Yellow Gold Gap Measurement: 3mm Dimension Height: 11mm...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold "Leaf" Vine Ring with Diamonds
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k yellow gold "Leaf" and vine ring with 11 round full cut brown diamonds weighing .25pts. paved in our signature bark design wrapped around the finger free of ring size.
Brown Diamond, 14k Gold
Trinity Diamond Cluster Filigree Band Ring 14k Gold Asymmetric Leaf Bud Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Trinity Diamond Cluster Filigree Band Ring 14k Gold Asymmetric Leaf Bud Ring Total Carat Weight 0.24 & Under Diamond Weight 0.09 Cts Approx Setting Cluster Base Metal Yellow Gold Num...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Natural Diamond Leaf Ring 14k Gold Olive Branch Engagement Ring Anniversary Gift
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Diamond Leaf Ring 14k Gold Olive Branch Engagement Ring Anniversary Gift Diamond weight: 0.30 CT Number Of Diamonds: 40 A P P R O X T I M E All items are custom made to or...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Leaf Style Diamond Ring Guard .33cttw 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Ring Summary ♥ Main Stone: Diamond Approx. Carat Weight: .33cttw Diamond Clarity: VS2/SI1 Diamond Color: H Stone Cut: Round Band Material: 14k Yellow Gold Gap Measurement: 5mm Di...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Trinity Diamond Cluster Filigree Band Ring 14k Gold Asymmetric Leaf Bud Ring.
Located in Chicago, IL
Trinity Diamond Cluster Filigree Band Ring 14k Gold Asymmetric Leaf Bud Ring.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
$29,120Sale Price|20% Off
2.50ct Engagement Ring. Old European Cut Diamond Accent Leaf Ring Platinum J VS2
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stone: Diamond Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 2.60-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Old European Cut Primary Stone Color: J Color Primary Stone Clarity: VS2 Clarity Secondary Stone:...
Diamond, Platinum
$2,060Sale Price|20% Off
14k yellow gold Diamond "Leaf" ring total weight .76pts.
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k yellow gold ladies diamond ring containing 1 brilliant cut diamond weight .76pts. Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Weight: 5.8 Gr Center stone: 0.48 pts. Round Cut Side...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Captivating0.24ct Leaf-design Diamond Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
This exquisite ring, fashioned from 14K yellow gold, is a true marvel of craftsmanship. It boasts a breathtaking ensemble of 60 round brilliant natural diamonds, each contributing to...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Leaf Eternity Ring Platinum Band Vintage Fine Jewelry Estate
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage diamond eternity ring, crafted in 900 platinum.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
$8,500 / item
2.24 Carat Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Gold Leaf Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18 karat gold, this stunning ring is hand set with 2.24 carats emerald and 1.50 carats of glimmering diamonds. Available in white and yellow gold. See matching earrings that ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Yellow Gold Pearl & Diamond Statement Ring Ornate Leaf Motif
Located in New York, NY
An elegant vintage statement ring crafted in yellow gold, featuring a beautifully sculpted organic design. At its center sits a luminous, elongated pearl with soft iridescence, drawi...
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
0.12 CTW Marquise Diamond Leaf Ring in 14K Gold, SI Natural Diamond Band
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the beauty of nature, this 14K gold leaf ring features a graceful arrangement of marquise and round natural diamonds that create an elegant botanical silhouette.
Diamond, 14k Gold
18K Gold Oval Four-Leaf Ring & Natural Yellow Diamonds(Resizable)
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Celebrate elegance and rare beauty with this 18K yellow gold four-leaf ring, featuring a stunning arrangement of natural yellow diamonds.
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold and Cognac Diamond Leaf Designed Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
You can almost feel the warm, crisp air & subtle rustle of a perfect fall day when looking at this stunning, ethereal leaf motif ring. Fine details like the satin fabric texture of t...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
10K Yellow Gold 1/10 Carat Diamond Leaf and Branch Ring
Located in New York, NY
This enchanting 10K Yellow Gold Leaf and Branch Ring, adorned with 15 dazzling round diamonds, is a symbol of elegance and grace.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
Dainty 14k Solid Yellow Gold Diamond Cross Over Leaf Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Dainty 14k Solid Gold Diamond Cross Over Leaf Ring Everyday Diamond Ring Gift Light weight can be worn everyday Additional information: Base Metal: Yellow Gold, 14k Main Stone: Diam...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Platinum 1.77ctw Pear Fancy Orangy Brown Baguette White Diamond Leaf Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
-- Stone(s) -- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Pear Cut - Prong Set - Fancy Oranagy Brown Diamond - I1 Clarity - 100% Natural - 1.14ct (exact) Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Bague...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Platinum
Leaf Cluster Natural Diamond Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
All our jewelry pieces are certified by a third-party laboratory such as IGI, HRD, IDGL, GIN, or SGL. This leaf cluster diamond ring features a soft, organic design with natural rou...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Minimalist Diamond Leaf Band Ring in 14k Solid Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Diamond Leaf Ring 14k Solid Gold Minimalist Diamond Wedding Ring Band.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Platinum Art Deco Diamond Engagement Ring 1.01 Carat with Diamond Leafs
Located in Boston, MA
The diamond is set in a platinum 4 prong head and is accented with 2 leafs on each side with 1 single cut diamond in each leaf - total weight .08ct.
Diamond, Platinum
Crivelli Four Leaf Clover Diamond Band Ring in 18kt Gold
By Crivelli
Located in New York, NY
Embrace a touch of luck with this charming Crivelli Four Leaf Clover Ring, crafted in Italy circa 2010. Made from 18kt white gold, the ring features two textured 18kt yellow gold clo...
Diamond, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Tapering Curved Leaf Ring with Diamonds 0.92 Carats
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
18K yellow gold tapering leaf ring with round brilliant-cut diamonds weighing 0.92 carats total: G color, VS2/SI1 clarity.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$4,228Sale Price / item|20% Off
Floral Wrap Statement Natural Diamond Leaf Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Diera, AE
Celebrate nature’s elegance with this stunning diamond leaf ring crafted in luxurious 18K white gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
【Vine Symphony】Diamond Leaf Spray South Sea Pearl Sculptural Ring
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in solid 18k white gold, the design features a radiant cluster of six AAA/AAAA-grade South Sea pearls, led by a magnificent center pearl (approx. 12.5mm) surrounded by fi...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
Vintage 2.02 Carat Peridot & Diamond Leaf Fashion Ring 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 2.02 Carat Peridot & Diamond Leaf Fashion Ring 14k Gold. Creative design with a center peridot weighing approx 2 carats and a single diamond on top connecting as a leaf d...
Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Leaf Eternity Ring Band For Women Minimalist Ring Band Gift For Wife.
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond Leaf Eternity Ring Band For Women Minimalist Ring Band Gift For Wife.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
18K Gold Oval Ruby Banana Leaf Ring with Natural Diamonds
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This mesmerizing 18K gold ring features a striking pear-cut natural ruby of 0.53ct, accentuated by 0.09ct of radiant natural diamonds. The pear shape, known for its tear-drop eleganc...
Diamond, Ruby
Diamond Leaf Eternity Ring Band For Women Minimalist Ring Band Gift For Wife.
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond Leaf Eternity Ring Band For Women Minimalist Ring Band Gift For Wife.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Tapering Leaf Ring with 0.92 Carat Round Diamonds
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
18K yellow gold leaf ring with round brilliant-cut diamonds weighing 0.92 carats total: G color, VS2/SI1 clarity.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.05 CTW Four Leaf Clover Diamond Ring in 14K Gold, VS-SI Natural Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
A timeless symbol of luck and good fortune, this 14K gold four-leaf clover ring features a delicate cluster of natural round diamonds arranged in a charming, floral-inspired design.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Leaf Shape Pave Diamond Ring 14k Gold Handmade Wedding Ring Fine Jewelry Gift.
Located in Chicago, IL
Leaf Shape Pave Diamond Ring 14k Gold Handmade Wedding Ring Fine Jewelry Gift.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
$29,120Sale Price|20% Off
Platinum Engagement Ring. 2.60ct Old Euro Cut Diamond Accent Leaf Ring J VS2
Located in New York, NY
We’re happy to assist you in making this exceptional ring a part of your story. Primary Stone: Diamond Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 2.60-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Old European Cut ...
Diamond, Platinum
Leaf Branch Natural Color Diamond Halo Ring in 18K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
★ MATERIALS ★ Stone: Natural Diamond Shape: Marquise Carat: 0.38 ct Clarity: VS - SI Color: Fancy Intense Yellow Stone: Natural Diamond Shape: Marquise Carat: 0.37 ct Clarity: VS...
Diamond, Pink Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White ...
From $843 / item
10K Yellow Gold 1/10 Carat Diamond Leaf and Branch Ring
Located in New York, NY
This enchanting 10K Yellow Gold Leaf and Branch Ring, adorned with 15 dazzling round diamonds, is a symbol of elegance and grace.
Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Leaf Toi et Moi Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Leaf Toi et Moi Emerald and Diamond Ring Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Estate 18K White Gold Vivid Ruby Diamond Leaf Bypass Cocktail Ring
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A striking estate ring crafted in 18K white gold, designed in an elegant bypass leaf motif.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chevron Leaf Ring Set 14k Gold Natural Diamond Wedding Band Stack
Located in Chicago, IL
Chevron Leaf Ring Wedding Set 14k Gold Bridal Natural Diamond Wedding Band Stack Light weight can be worn everyday Additional information: Condition: New without tags Total Carat We...
Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
$1,900Sale Price|20% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 0.81ct Diamond Leaf Bypass Ring 18k White Gold
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern leaf motif bypass ring, by Alexander Beverly Hills. 100 round and baguette cut diamonds, 0.81 carats.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.12 CTW Diamond Leaf Ring in 14K Gold, SI+ Nature Inspired Band
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the beauty of nature, this 14K gold diamond leaf ring features a delicate organic silhouette accented with shimmering pavé-set natural diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Chevron Leaf Ring Wedding Band Set in 14k Gold Natural Diamond
Located in Chicago, IL
Total Carat Weight: 0.25 - 0.32 Country/Region of Manufacture: India Base Metal: Rose Gold, 14k Clarity: Vs-Si Secondary Stone: Diamond Ring Shape: Band Main Stone Treatment: Not Enh...
Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
2.60 Carat Marquise Pear Diamond 14 Karat Gold Leaf Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring has been meticulously crafted from 14-karat gold and set with 2.60 carats of sparkling diamonds. Available in Rose, Yellow and Yellow Gold The ring is a size 7 and may be ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
14 Karat Yellow/White Gold and Diamond Leaf Pattern Band Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow/White Gold and Diamond Leaf Pattern Band Ring Size 9.25- This elegant 14K yellow and white gold ring features a lovely leaf pattern accented with 10 round si...
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage 0.85ctw Ruby Sapphire Emerald Diamond Leaf Band 18k Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A vibrant vintage 18K yellow gold gemstone and diamond band ring, styled in an elegant leaf motif with alternating rows of rubies, sapphires, emeralds, and diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Gold 0.12 Ctw Marquise Leaf Natural Diamond Ring SI GH
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your elegance with our Marquise Leaf Diamond Ring. This exquisite piece features natural marquise-cut diamonds arranged in a graceful leaf-inspired design, symbolizing timele...
Diamond, 14k Gold
$2,438Sale Price|24% Off
1.10ctw VS1-VS2/G-H Diamond 18K White Gold Leaf Ring
Located in New Orleans, LA
Very pretty and sparkling naturalistic leaf form ring. 1.10ctw VS1-VS2/G-H Diamond and 18K White Gold Leaf Ring - This lovely ring was finely crafted of solid 18k white gold and has ...
Diamond, White Gold
$3,047Sale Price / item|20% Off
Marquise Cut Natural Diamond Leaf Ring 0.67 Carats in 18K White Gold Open Ring
Located in Diera, AE
For bridal styling, browse our Engagement Rings and Bridal Jewelry collections, or explore our Diamond Stud Earrings for a versatile everyday diamond essential.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Leaf Motif with Fancy Coloured Diamond Ring
Located in COTTESLOE, AU
- Solid 18K white gold band - Elegant leaf motif detail - Fancy Coloured Diamond bezel set in 18K yellow gold - Customizable to your perfect fit Crafted for the discerning indivi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k Solid Gold Diamond Leaf Chevron V Shape Wedding Band Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Gold Diamond Leaf Chevron Ring V Shape Wedding Band Leaf Vine Ring Light weight can be worn everyday Additional information: Condition: New with tags: A brand-new, unused,...
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Vintage Platinum 2.99ctw Aquamarine & Diamond Lucky 4 Leaf Clover Flower Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
We love this ring! It is so pretty in person and the pear shaped aquamarines create a perfect 4 leaf clover stemming from a substantial center diamond - all in solid platinum!
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 0.04tcw Single Cut Diamonds Freeform Clover Leaf Ring 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 0.04tcw Single Cut Diamonds Freeform Clover Leaf Ring 14k Gold. Very styling ring design featuring a white gold clover with four single cut diamonds each weighting approx 0.0...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Leaf Cluster Pear Natural Diamond Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
All our jewelry pieces are certified by a third-party laboratory such as IGI, HRD, IDGL, GIN, or SGL. This dual-row diamond ring showcases a leaf cluster motif made from pear-shape...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,623Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Leaf Design Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.2 grams. Totally is diamond 0.22 ct. The diamond is has H color and vs1-s1 clarity. Ring size is US 8.5 We can make any size. The box is not...
Diamond, 18k Gold
14K Green Tourmaline Baguette Diamond Leaf Cocktail Ring 3.75ctw Sz 6.25
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A beautifully done contemporary ring crafted in14K yellow gold and set with approximately 1.75ctw in G-I color Vs1-Si1 clarity round and baguette diamonds as well as 2ctw in natural ...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mario Buccellati Ramage Diamond 18k Two-Color Gold Leaf Band Ring
By Mario Buccellati
Located in New York City, NY
Indulge in the timeless beauty of the Mario Buccellati Ramage Diamond 18k Two-Color Gold Leaf Band Ring, a dazzling testament to the Italian craftsmanship synonymous with the Buccell...
Diamond, Gold, 18k 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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