3.40 Carat Golconda D Internally Flawless Marquis Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite marquis brilliant is a true rarity and a beauty on every finger. Having been graded by the GIA with the highest color grade of D and a clarity of Internally Flawless i...
Diamond, Platinum
NALLY JEWELS GIA Grayish Blue Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Nally Jewels GIA Grayish Blue Diamond Ring This ring has a center diamond of 2.14 carat Marquise Cut Diamond, (Color: Fancy Grayish Blue, Clarity: VS2, GIA# 5211257016) set in plati...
Blue Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 1.64ct Diamond Solitaire Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
A stunning old marquise cut diamond takes centre stage in this Art Deco solitaire ring.
Diamond, Platinum
South Sea Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
A stunning pearl surrounded by two rows of fabulous white marquise diamonds. Approximately 13 mm south sea pearl 6.12 carats of marquise cut diamonds set in Platinum This beaut...
Diamond, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 4.50ct Jade and Diamond Halo Ring, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
The exquisitely crafted basket work along with the band of the ring has been made in platinum. Gemstone: Jade Stone Shape: Cabochon Cut, Marquise Cut Carat Weight: 4.50 Metal: Plat...
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
6.00ct Fancy Yellow Diamond Teal Enamel Marquise & Round Diamond 18K White Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
A spectacular New Design Luxury Ring high-jewelry creation, this 6.00-carat Fancy Light Yellow Diamond & Teal Enamel 3-Dimensional Cocktail Ring is crafted in solid 18K white gol...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Plat...
Vintage 2.46ct Tanzanite and Diamond Cocktail Ring, circa 1970s
Located in London, GB
Gemstone: Tanzanite Carat Weight: 2.46 centre Stone Shape: Marquise Age: 1970s Metal: Platinum
Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum
4.21 ct Gubelin/GIA Certified NH Color Changing Sapphire & Diamond Ring
By Hakimi's Gem
Located in Chicago, IL
Elevate your collection with this stunning cocktail ring, expertly crafted in luxurious platinum. The centerpiece is a mesmerizing natural marquise-cut blue sapphire, flanked by two ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1960s 2.00 Carat Yellow Diamonds and 3.00 Carat White Diamonds Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with Marquise cut treated Fancy Yellow Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 2.00 carats.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1920s 1.50 Carat Diamond Dinner Ring with Emeralds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with Marquise and Old European cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 1.50 carats, and accenting French cut Diamonds. Circa 1920s Size 3 1/2, resiz...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Edwardian 1.00ct Natural Burmese Ruby and 1.00ct Old Mine Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
- Edwardian ruby and diamond cluster engagement ring - 1.00ct marquise-shaped natural Burmese ruby, unheated - Ten Old Mine-cut diamonds, approx 1.00ct total (H-I / SI1-SI2) - 18K ye...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
1960s 1.10 Carat Sapphire 1.20 Carat Diamond Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive vintage sapphire and diamond cluster ring has been crafted in 18k white gold with platinum settings.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Victorian Burmese Ruby and Diamond Navette Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderful ruby and diamond navette ring dating back to the Victorian era. The ring's face showcases a central marquise cut ruby with three old cut diamonds set above a...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Amethyst and Diamond Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
A halo of twinkling old cut diamonds framed in platinum encircles the rich, beautiful 1.50 carat amethyst in its 18 carat yellow gold openwork setting at the centre of this classic 1...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Oscar Heyman Bros Ruby and Diamond Floral Ring
Located in New York, NY
Details: Metal: 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum Gemstone: Marquise Cut Rubies Marquise Cut Diamonds Measurement: Ring Size 6.50 Style: 2 Rings to make A floral Design when worn togethe...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
J. E. Caldwell emerald and diamond cocktail ring, American, circa 1940.
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in London, GB
Emerald and diamond cocktail ring by J. E. Caldwell, American, circa 1940. A platinum ring diagonally set with one central marquise shaped old cut untreated Muzo emerald in a claw se...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Almost 1 Carat Santa Maria Aquamarine & 1 Carat White Diamond PT900 Amazing Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
A 1 carat Santa Maria Aquamarine is set along side with 1 carat diamond on this PT 900 Platinum mounted ring. The ring has been made in Japan and is a perfect wear for special occas...
Aquamarine, White Diamond, Platinum
$4,400Sale Price|20% Off
Marquise Diamond Eternity Ring in Platinum 1.50ct
Located in Jupiter, FL
Diamond eternity ring made with marquise and round diamonds in platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Ring 0.5ctw Sapphires 1ctw Diamonds solid 18K Green Gold ØUS 7.75 / 4gr
Located in SE
This old ring has navette or boat shaped crown with White Gold / or Platinum top on solid 18K Green Gold band set with natural Diamonds and Blue Sapphires. European made, dates to ca...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
$7,600Sale Price|20% Off
11.6 Ct Chrysoberyl Cats Eye Unisex Ring With Marquise Diamond Set in platinum
Located in New York, NY
1970's Platinum And Diamond Ring with 11.54 Carat Chrysoberyl Cats Eye Ring With Baguette and Marquise Diamond set in platinum A large and impressive cats eye chrysoberyl takes cen...
Diamond, Chrysoberyl, Platinum
Antique 1920s Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique pearl and 0.42 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and platinum set marquise shaped cocktail ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelr...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Natural Pearl 0.12 Carat Ruby 0.59 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Edwardian pearl, 0.12 carat ruby and 0.59 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and platinum set marquise shaped dress ring; part of our diverse...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified Eternity Band with Marquee Diamonds
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Marquise cut eternity band in PT950 16 Marquise Diamonds totaling 6.42CT Encrusted with pave, total carat weight - 0.44ct 0.40 MQ G VS1 GIA 6502456553 0.40 MQ F VS1 GIA 2507477429 0....
Diamond, Platinum
0.86ct Blue Diamond Set Of Ring & Pendant GIA Marquise Fancy Grayish Blue VVS1
Located in New York, NY
ITEM SPECIFICATION DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $78,500 Item Stock Number - B46458665788 Certificate Number - Gia 14465868, BGI 15804 Shape - Marquise Carat Weight - Pendant - ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Certified 1.01 Carat Marquise-Cut Solitaire Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A single stone diamond ring, the marquise brilliant-cut diamond weighing 1.01 carats, accompanied by De Beers Report stating to be of G colour and VVS2 clarity, six claw-set to a pla...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 3.91 Carat Marquise-Cut Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A marquise-cut diamond ring, the marquise brilliant-cut diamond weighing 3.91 carats and accompanied by GIA report stating to be of F colour and VS1 clarity, claw-set between two tap...
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian Marquise Diamond Pearl and Ruby Ring
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian pearl, ruby and diamond ring, the marquise shaped ring set to the centre with a pearl measuring approximately 6mm in diameter, surrounded by calibre-cut rubies set in an...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Platinum
Fine Emerald Diamond Platinum Double Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
An emerald and diamond double cluster ring, the marquise-cut diamond weighing 0.82 carats, millegrain rubover set to the centre of a calibre-cut emerald cluster surround, all within ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
An Art Deco emerald and diamond marquise plaque ring
Located in London, GB
Unmarked, tested as platinum. This important and stylish Art Deco emerald and diamond marquise ring comes from the collection of Bentley & Skinner, the London distinguished jeweller...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
GIA Certified 4.23 Carat Five-Stone Marquise Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
5 stone Marquise Cut Ring The ring is Platinum The ring has a center stone GIA 0.94CT H SI1 The 4 side stones 2.25Ct H VS/SI There are 1.04CT in small round diamonds G/H VS.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
1980s French Modern 1.20 Carat Diamonds Platinum Bangle Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Platinum ring, dog's head hallmark. Curved, this beautiful diamond ring is set on its top with a brilliant-cut diamond pavement. Total weight of diamonds: approximately 1.20 carats. ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
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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