Yellow Gold Diamond Art Deco Men's Signet Ring 14k Mine Lion SJ Initials SZ 8
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 8 Era: Art Deco Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .06ct Cut: Mine Color: H Clarity: SI2 Style: Solitaire Signet Theme: Lion Featur...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Yurman SS Men Sign Pink SAPPHIRES Ring Size 9
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
Brand David Yurman Brand new, never worn Gender Men Type Ring 925 Sterling Silver Ring Size 9 Main stone Sapphires Stone Color Pink Weight 9.6gr Comes with David Yurman pouch
Diamond, Pink Diamond, Sterling Silver
Platinum Men's Diamond Band with Six Channel Set Princess Diamonds - Size 6.75
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Here we have a 6.5mm wide platinum men's ring with six eye-clean channel set princess cut diamonds.
Diamond, Platinum
Tacori 108-6WD Men's Crescent Ring in 18K White Gold
By Tacori
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Tacori 108-6WD 18K white gold men's 6 millimeter band with eternity crescent design and diamonds totaling 0.20 ct. G color, VS clarity. Finger size is 10.5 and can be sized up or do...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.33 Cts F/VS1 Round Brilliant Cut Channel-Set Diamonds Men's Band Ring 14K Gold
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Discover the eloquence of love through diamonds. Express your pure affection flawlessly with this exquisite 1.33 carat diamond ring crafted in 14k pure gold! Specifications : Diamo...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Solid Gold Diamond Edge Band for Men
Located in Chicago, IL
Shape: Round Handmade: Yes Total Carat Weight: 0.24 & Under Country/Region of Manufacture: India Department: Men Style: Band, Beaded, Charm, Cocktail, Crisscross, Dome, Double Finger...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
White Gold Diamond Five Stone Mens Band 14k Round Brilliant 1.00ctw Ring 10 1/2
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 10 1/2 Metal Content: 14k White Gold & 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1.00ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G - H Clarity: I1 - I2 Total Carats:...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
8.98 Cts Baguette Round Cut F/VS1 Diamonds Men's Hip Hop Cross Ring in 14K Gold
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Treat yourself to this stunning Men's Hip Hop Large Cross Ring, featuring 8.98 carats of diamonds set in 14K gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.35ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Men's Wedding Band
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the allure of modern elegance with our exquisite diamond band. This unique piece features a dual finish and is adorned with 0.35ct of bright white round brilliant diamonds. ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
8.98 Cts Baguette Round Cut F/VS1 Diamonds Men's Hip Hop Cross Ring in 14K Gold
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Treat yourself to this stunning Men's Hip Hop Large Cross Ring, featuring 8.98 carats of diamonds set in 14K gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Kallati Diamond Men's Wedding Band White Gold 9k .20ctw Comfort Fit Ring 9 3/4
Located in Greensboro, NC
Retail Price: $1400 Size: 9 3/4 Designer: Kallati Metal Content: 9k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .20ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: H - I Clarity: ...
Diamond, 9k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Men's 14k White Gold Oval Blue Star Sapphire w/ Baguette Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Star Sapphire - Oval Cabochon Cut - Bezel/Burnish Set - Blue Color - 12.2x7.9mm - 7.8ct (approx.) (2) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Baguette Cut - Beze...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.60ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Men's Wedding Band
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Enter a world of modern elegance with our exquisite 14k white gold band, featuring 0.60ct of flush set round brilliant cut diamonds. This contemporary design radiates sophistication ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA 5.00 Cabochon Star Sapphire Diamond Men's White Gold Three-Stone Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1940's men's star sapphire and diamond ring. The center stone of this mounting is a light grayish blue 5.00ct oval cabochon sapphire.
Diamond, Sapphire, Star Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
$2,718Sale Price|25% Off
Mens Channel Set Round 5 Stone Diamond Band Ring in Two Tone 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 11 Sleek, handsome band ring embellished with sparkling round diamonds and a unique two tone gold finish. This masculine band ring features 5 bright white diamonds channe...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
0.40ct Princess Cut Diamond Men's Wedding Band 4.0mm
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This masculine band is perfect for a wedding or daily wear. The sleek 4mm shank is adorned with 0.40ct of princess cut diamonds set flush onto the surface, offering clean lines and s...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
DAVID YURMAN SS MENS SIGN BLACK SAPPHIRES RING Size 9.75
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
Brand David Yurman Condition Never worn Gender Men 925 Sterling Silver Type ring Ring size 9.75 Main Stone Sapphires Weight 10gr Retail price $1.400 Comes with David Yurman pouch
Diamond, Sterling Silver
1.00ct Princess Cut Two-Row Diamond Men's Wedding Band
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Metal: Platinum Ring Size: 10 (sizable)
Diamond, Platinum
DAVID YURMAN SS MENS SIGN BLACK SAPPHIRES RING Size 9
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
Brand David Yurman Condition Never worn Gender Men 925 Sterling Silver Type ring Ring size 9 Main Stone Sapphires Stone color Black Weight 9.8gr Retail price $1.400 Comes with Dav...
Diamond, Sterling Silver
$22,750Sale Price|30% Off
Men’s 18K Yellow Gold Natural Sapphire Signet Ring
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
One of a Kind Men's Sapphire Signet Ring Designed exclusively by us, this extraordinary signet ring is a celebration of exceptional gemstones, architectural design, and master craft...
Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Mens Diamond Wedding Band .80cttw 14k White Gold
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Product Summary ♥ Main Stone: Diamonds Approx. Diamond Carat Weight: .80cttw Diamond Cut: Round Diamond Color: G/H Diamond Clarity: SI1/SI2 Total Stones: 13 Band Material: 14k Whi...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Gold Coaxial Ring 14k Solid Gold Engagement Ring For Women/Men Proposal Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Gold Coaxial Ring 14k Solid Gold Engagement Ring For Women/Men Proposal Ring.
Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
Tacori 18k Yellow Gold Sapphire Diamond Men's Wedding Band
By Tacori
Located in New York, NY
This distinguished men’s wedding band by Tacori is crafted in rich 18k yellow gold and accented with a striking combination of deep blue sapphires and sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.5ctw Men’s Hexagon Lab Diamond Signet Ring 14k Gold Heavy Band Custom Made LA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Engineered for presence and durability, this heavy 10k gold band features a brilliant center stone framed by a halo of meticulously set diamonds. Every piece is handcrafted with prec...
$2,295 / item
Mens Diamond Wedding Band .23cttw 14k White Gold
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Product Summary ♥ Main Stone: Diamonds Approx. Diamond Carat Weight: .23cttw Diamond Color: H Diamond Clarity: SI1/SI2 Diamond Cut: Round Total Stones: 6 Band Material: 14k White ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Men's Ring - 14k Round Brilliant .30ctw Nugget Channel Set
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 9 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 or Down 1 size for $30 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .30ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: J - K ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.85ct Princess and Baguette Cut Diamond Men's Wedding Band
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted in 14k white gold, the ring offers a perfect sparkle with a total of 0.85ct diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Diamond Men's Wedding Band 14k Round .50ctw Five-Stone Ring SZ 11 3/4
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 11 3/4 Metal Content: 14k White Gold & 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .50ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: K - L Clarity: SI1 - SI2 Total Ca...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
TJD 0.30 Carat Princess Cut Diamond 14KT Yellow Gold 3 Stone Men's Band Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This men's wedding band ring features 3 striking channel-set diamonds set at the center of the ring.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.15ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Men's Engraved Wedding Band
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This men's band is a testament to craftsmanship and style.
Diamond, Platinum
White Gold Diamond Men's Wedding Band - 14k Rd 1.08ctw Channel Set Ring Sz 6 3/4
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 3/4 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1.08ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: K - L Clarity: SI1 - SI2 Total Carats: 1.08ctw Style: ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2.00ct Baguette and Princess Cut Diamond Men's Wedding Band
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This men's wedding band exudes elegance and strength.
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
$30,800Sale Price|36% Off
80's Vintage GIA 1.69ct G VVS2 Round Cut Diamond Men's Ring in 18k Two-Tone Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our vintage GIA 1.69 Carat Men's Round Cut Diamond Ring in 18k Two-Tone Gold, a timeless symbol of sophistication and masculine style from the 1980s.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Gold
1.95tcw Men's 14K Gold Natural Emerald Oval & Diamond Halo
Located in Jupiter, FL
The men's ring is made in solid 14K yellow gold and is accented by brilliant round diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Men's Two Tone Brush and Polish Texture Ring, Flush Baguette Row, 0.09ctw
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This is a unique two tone 14 karat men's band. The center band is a brushed-finished 14 karat white gold signet style ring with two high polish 14 karat yellow gold bands surrounding...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Men's 10K Yellow Gold Cubic Zirconia Ring, Satin Finish, Size 14
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This men's ring features a sleek and modern design, showcasing a 6mm round cubic zirconia securely set in a four-prong setting. The band has a refined satin finish, adding a subtle t...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Vintage Men’s 1.02 Carat Diamonds Wedding 14 Karat Gold Band
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Men’s 1.02 Carat Diamonds Wedding 14k Gold Band.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Three-Stone Men's Ring 10k Rnd .25ctw Channel Wedding Band
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 10 Sizing Fee: Up 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .25ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: I - J Clarity...
Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mens .20ct Natural Round Diamonds Channel Row Band 14kt Gold Durable 95569
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
Executive Masculine natural round diamond men’s ring. • Diamond weight: 0.20 carat • Diamond color: G • Diamond clarity: VS2 • Metal: 14 karat yellow gold • Ring weight: 10.1 grams •...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
Men's 14 Karat Yellow Gold Wave Band, Size 11, 0.07ct Diamonds
Located in Palm Desert, CA
It has the unmistakable personality of 1970s–1980s Modernist jewelry—confident, polished, and distinctly different from the more conventional men's rings that came before it.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Diamond Pave Encrusted Band. Women or Men Diamond Dome Bombe Cluster band
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage Size: 6 1/2 US Materials: Stone Gemstone: Diamond Gem color: Colorless Band color: Yellow Beautiful Diamond Pave Band. Dome shank. Beautiful collage of diamonds 2mm to 9mm...
Diamond
GRS Certified Chrysoberyl Cats Eye Mens Ring 14k White Gold Setting
Located in Miami, FL
Top-quality Chrysoberyl Cat's Eye mounted in a classy brushed white gold ring setting. Mystical and mysterious green Cats Eye is paired with two flawless baguette-cut diamond adornme...
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.35ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Satin Finish Men's Wedding Band
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This simple round brilliant diamond band is elegance with a modern twist. Featuring 0.35ct of perfectly matched round brilliant diamonds, this design showcases a brushed satin finish...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural 12 Carat Green Chrysoberyl Cats Eye and Diamond Mens Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Miami, FL
18 karat solid yellow gold men's ring mounts a 12 carat green Chrysoberyl Cat's Eye and tapered baguette diamond side stones.
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Cat’s Eye, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.60ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Men's Engraved Wedding Band 7.0mm
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed for the man with a sophisticated eye, this 0.60ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Wedding Band blends classic elegance with artisanal detail. Meticulously crafted, this 7mm-wide...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Men's 14K Two-Toned Channel Set Diamond Wedding Band, 0.76ct, 1990
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This Men’s Two-Toned Channel Set Diamond Wedding Band is a bold and refined statement piece crafted in a combination of 14K yellow and white gold.
Diamond, White Gold
.25 Carat Natural Round Cut Diamonds Men's Band Platinum Mod Square Form*
Located in New York, NY
Men's Round cut diamonds Mod Square form band. .25ct. natural round cuts, bead set diamonds.
Diamond, Platinum
0.35ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Sandblasted Finish Men's Wedding Band
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exceptionally handsome white gold diamond band is striking! The diamonds are each hand selected for their exceptional combination of cut, color, and clarity, set on a sandblaste...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
26182 mens Tiffany Co Platinum 1.00ct Baguette Diamond Channel Wedding Band 10.5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Platinum Baguette Diamond Band, total weight 8.6g 13 Baguette diamonds, total weight 1.00ct All Baguette diamonds are F color VS1 clarity Band is 4.4mm wide at the top and tapers d...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Men's 3 Stone Ring 14 Karat Yellow White Gold Ruby Diamond circa 1940's
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage 3 stone Ring for Men Circa 1940's 14 Yellow and White Gold It can been more Clean however we didn't want to touch it.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Men's 14 Karat Yellow Gold Wedding Band, Flushed Diamond Channel Setting, 0.50ct
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This is a 14 karat yellow gold diamond band with a high polish finish. This men's ring has six round, brilliant cut diamonds each measuring 2.4mm in diameter each.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.05ct Natural Round cut Diamonds mens band 14kt Channel (9) Comfort Fit*
Located in New York, NY
Men's Round cut diamonds Channel (9) band. 1.05ct. natural round cuts, Channel set diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Men's High Polish 14 Karat Yellow Gold Band, Flush Set Diamonds, 0.61ctw
Located in Palm Desert, CA
The top of the ring measures 11.32mm wide with five diamonds evenly spaced out and individually flush set into the band.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Men’s .15 Carat Natural Round Cut Diamonds Wide Band Bead 14 Karat*
Located in New York, NY
Men's Single cut (4) diamond wide graver etched band. .15ct. natural round cuts, bead set.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mark Broumand Men's 1.90 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Wedding Band
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The front and back of the ring are also pave set with round diamonds. The diamonds are perfectly matched and graded at E-F, VS1-VS2.
Diamond, Platinum
Natural Green Emerald Signet Ring For Men Yellow gold 18K, Statement ring for me
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
A bold statement piece crafted for those who appreciate rare beauty and refined luxury. This handcrafted emerald ring features a vivid green emerald-cut gemstone set in rich 18K yel...
18k Gold
Men's 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Channel-Set Band, 0.68ctw, Size 9.75
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Size: 9 3/4 This ring reflects the changing attitude toward men's jewelry in the post-war decades, when diamond bands became increasingly bold, polished, and substantial.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum Diamond Ring 2.00tdw, 27.2g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Men's platinum and diamond ring. Stamped Plat and weighs 27.2 grams.
Diamond, Platinum
Mark Broumand Men's 1.30 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Wedding Band
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handcrafted in platinum, this men's wedding band features an 8mm width and showcases round brilliant cut diamonds set in a flush setting on top as well as one row of sparkling diamon...
Diamond, Platinum
2.45ct Fancy Brown Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Men's Wedding Band 8.5mm
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This striking 2.45ct fancy brown diamond men's wedding band is captivating. The round brilliant cuts are expertly arranged in three full rows, set on a bold 8.50mm wide silhouette.
Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow 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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