Yellow Gold Diamond Vintage Men's Ring - 14k European .33ct Buttercup Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 9 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $60 or Down 2 sizes for $40 Era: Vintage Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .33ct Cut: European Col...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified 1.35 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamonds Men's 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite Emerald and Diamonds Men's Ring. Stunning ring come in 18k gold with lustrous Colombian of 1,35 carat, spectacular vibrant. color , and Natural Diamonds of 0,50 carats, ...
18k Gold
$2,964Sale Price|24% Off
18kt Two-Tone Gold Invisible Diamond Mens Ring, .75cttw, 19.1 grams
By Siera
Located in San Diego, CA
Men's 18kt two-tone gold ring with four invisible set princess cut diamonds accented with round brilliant diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,360Sale Price|20% Off
2/5 Carat 18K White Gold Men's Princess Cut Diamond Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
This 18k white gold handcrafted Men's band showcase six (6) perfectly matched Princess cut diamonds scattered on a nine (9) MM wide band. The band's thin edges are polished, and the ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. 1.04 ct Emerald Diamond Charles Tiffany Men's Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. 1.04 ct Emerald Diamond Charles Tiffany Men's Engagement Ring PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: Z154761 Listing Title: Tiffany & Co. 1.04 ct Emerald Diamond Charles Tiffany...
Platinum
4.40ct Natural Blue Sapphire & Diamond 14k Solid White Gold Men's Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
4.40 Carats Natural Blue Sapphire & Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Men's Ring Total Natural Blue Sapphire Weight is: Approx. 3.90ct Sapphire Diameter: 10.00mm Sapphire Treatment: D...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mens Vintage Ruby and Diamond Retro Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Style: Statement Ring Ring Size: 11.75 (resizing available for a fee) Ring Height: 10.86 mm Total Weight: 9.5 Grams Gemstone Speci...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Men's 14k White Gold 0.16ctw Diamond Solitaire Brushed Finish Wedding Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Burnished Set - F Color - SI Clarity - 0.16ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14k White Gold Weight: 8.6 Grams Ring Size: 1...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Modern Men’s 1.50 Carat Fancy Champagne & White Diamonds Ring 14k White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Modern Men’s 1.50 Carat Fancy Champagne & White Diamonds Ring 14k White Gold: princess cut diamonds total approx 1.32 and white baguette diamonds total approx 0.18tcw for a total of ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Men's 18K White Gold Diamond Ring, 0.51 Ct, By Sebastian Bernard
By Sebastian Bernard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Beautiful Gent's ring is made in 18K white gold with shiny finish sides and mat finish middle. It has 9 pieces of perfectly matched 2.3 mm Round Brilliant Diamonds(Total Weight ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
14k Fleur De Lis Mens Diamond and Spinel Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 12 Metal Type: 14k Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 12.4 grams Condition: Excellent
0.65 Carat Round-Brilliant Cut Diamond and 18k Gold Cluster Men's Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Centering 15 Round-Brilliant Cut Diamonds totaling 0.65 Carats and set in 18K Yellow Gold, this 14.7 gram, Italian-made men's ring is a spuerb choice for the discerning collector.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14.77 Carat GoldSheen Sapphire Diamonds Blue Sapphire Yellow Gold Men's Ring
By Brenda Smith
Located in Woodstock, GA
14.77 Carat GoldSheen Sapphire Diamonds Blue Sapphire Yellow Gold Men's Ring, In Stock.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Men’s Custom 40.72 Grams Tanzanite & Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size 12.5
Located in Carmel By The Sea, CA
Men’s Custom Tanzanite & Diamond Ring – 14K Yellow Gold – 40.72 Grams – Size 12.5 🡆 Description: Custom-made men’s ring crafted in solid 14K yellow gold, bezel-set with one (1) nat...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Men's Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Ring with 0.45ct Round Diamonds, 1980
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This men's ring is crafted in solid 14K yellow gold and showcases a bold yet refined design.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Men's 2.88ct Princess and Baguette Cut Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This striking men's diamond wedding band is a masterpiece of bold design and timeless elegance.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Solid Gold Men's Star Sapphire Diamond Nugget Textured Finish Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Star Sapphire - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Light Grayish Blue Color - 12.4x9.1mm (approx.) (4) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold
7 Carat Blue Star Sapphire Cabochon & Diamond 14K Gold Nugget Mens Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This bold 14K yellow gold nugget-style men’s ring features a 7 carat blue star sapphire cabochon, accented by 0.20 carats of round brilliant diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.01 cts GIA Certified Men's Fancy Intense Yellow Cushion Solitaire Diamond Ring
By Leibish and Co. USA Inc
Located in New York, NY
A stunning men's ring with a fancy intense yellow cushion center stone, weighing 1.01cts and certified by GIA.
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Oval Cut Sapphire Men's Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Oval Cut Sapphire Men's Ring A magnificent David Webb ring featuring a striking 32.60-carat oval-cut sapphire at its center.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
5mm Men's Diamond Wedding Band
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Stone: Natural Diamond Stone Shape: Round Diamond Color and Clarity: G+, VS Diamond Weight: 0.06 carat Band Width: 5mm x 2mm
Diamond, 14k Gold
14k White and Yellow Gold Striped Round Diamond Cluster Mens Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Natural round cut diamonds set in a 14k solid white gold ring setting. The ring shank is lined with 14k yellow gold stripes that give excellent contrast and symmetry to the clustered...
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sterling Silver 3/8 Cttw Enhanced Black and White Diamond Men's Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Create a debonair look for him with this handsome diamond ring. This bold ring design is crafted in sterling silver and showcases 3/8ct TDW of shimmering black and white round cut di...
Black Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
Yellow Gold Diamond Men's Ring - 14k Round Brilliant 1.10ctw Nugget Cluster
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 11 Sizing Fee: Up 1 size for $50 or Down 1 size for $30 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .65ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G Clarity...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Men's 14K Yellow Gold Emerald & Diamond Channel Set Band Ring, 1.41ct
Located in Jupiter, FL
A mens' emerald and diamond channel set band. This band features natural baguette-cut emeralds and brilliant round diamonds. Each emerald has been meticulously hand-selected to ensur...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Men's 14K Yellow Gold Emerald & Diamond Channel Set Band Ring, 1.84ct
Located in Jupiter, FL
A mens' emerald and diamond channel set band. This band features natural baguette-cut emeralds and brilliant round diamonds. Each emerald has been meticulously hand-selected to ensur...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Natural Chrysoberyl Cats Eye Mens Diamond Signet Ring 18kt
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified: Natural Chrysoberyl Cats Eye ring. Cabochon cut, Clean Clarity (Approx. 8ct) Brilliant sparkles from all angles Brown Yellow color sharp "eye" piercing line. ...
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co The Charles Tiffany Setting Mens 1.71 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 7.5 A modern icon from Tiffany & Co., stylish engagement ring features a bold octagonal bezel that frames a sleek 1.71 carat rectangular emerald-cut center diamond. The w...
Diamond, Platinum
Ostby & Barton Onyx Diamond Art Deco Men's Ring - Yellow Gold 10k Rectangular
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 or Down 1 size for $40 Brand: Ostby & Barton Era: Art Deco Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 10k White Gold Stone Information Natura...
Diamond, Onyx, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond X Men's Ring - 10k Round Brilliant .25ctw Crossover
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 10 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $30 or Down 1 size for $30 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .25ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: K ...
Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Round Cut Diamond Men's Wedding Band Ring 10k White Gold 0.36 Cttw
Located in New York, NY
This is an authentic 10k white gold mens diamond wedding band ring. The Diamonds are channel set and are H-I Color and VS-SI clarity.
Diamond, White Gold
Square Shaped Men's 14K White Gold Ring with Split Shank and Round Diamonds
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K white gold men's ring with 23 prong set round brilliant-cut diamonds weighing 0.54 carats total.
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Men's 10K Yellow Gold 1.00 Cttw Cluster Black and White Diamond Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Discover the luxurious fusion of darkness and light with this exquisite 1.00-carat men's ring, masterfully crafted in lustrous 10K yellow gold.
Black Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold, Gold
Men's 10K Yellow Gold 1.00 Cttw Cluster Black and White Diamond Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Discover the luxurious fusion of darkness and light with this exquisite 1.00-carat men's ring, masterfully crafted in lustrous 10K yellow gold.
Black Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold, Gold
Men's 10K Yellow Gold 1.00 Cttw Cluster Black and White Diamond Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Discover the luxurious fusion of darkness and light with this exquisite 1.00-carat men's ring, masterfully crafted in lustrous 10K yellow gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Men's 10K Yellow Gold 1.00 Cttw Cluster Black and White Diamond Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Discover the luxurious fusion of darkness and light with this exquisite 1.00-carat men's ring, masterfully crafted in lustrous 10K yellow gold.
Black Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold, Gold
GIA Certified 6.50 Carat Natural Star Sapphire Diamond Men's Platinum Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Art Deco 1920’s men’s violet blue star Sapphire diamond ring. Set in platinum with diamond accents.
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Yellow Gold Diamond Men's Wedding Band - 14k Round .20ctw Channel Set Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 8 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .20ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: H - I Clarity: I1 Total Carats: .20ctw Features: Channel S...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
8.56 Carat Round Diamond Full Pave Square 18K White Gold Vintage Mens Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A fully diamond-paved square flat-top men's statement ring in 18K white gold, featuring 8.06 carats total weight of round brilliant diamonds in G-H color, VS-SI clarity set in a bold...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
10K White Gold 1/10 Cttw Diamond Men's 3-Stone Channel Set Diamond Wedding Ring
Located in New York, NY
He's the man you can't wait to spend forever loving. On your wedding day, give him the perfect wedding band as a symbol of your love and commitment. Crafted of cool 10K white gold, t...
White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 10k Gold, Gold
Men's 14 Karat Gold 1.44 Carat Oval Green Emerald Diamond Ring
Located in Houston, TX
This gent's ring is made in 14 karat white gold featuring one oval cut Emerald weighing 1.44 ct that is prong set. The certificate number is GIA 2205469285. The ring features 12 roun...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Men's 10K Yellow Gold 1.00 Cttw Cluster Black and White Diamond Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Discover the luxurious fusion of darkness and light with this exquisite 1.00-carat men's ring, masterfully crafted in lustrous 10K yellow gold.
Black Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold, Gold
Men’s Vintage Bolt Design 0.18 Carat Princess Cut Diamonds Ring 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Men’s Vintage Bolt Design 0.18 Carat Princess Cut Diamonds Ring 14k Gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Men's 18K Yellow Gold Nugget Ring with Diamond & Black Onyx, Size 7.75
Located in New York, NY
Style Gold Nugget Ring Material:18K Yellow Gold Condition: Pre-Owned Ring Size: 7.75 Diamond: 0.75ctw Clarity: SI Color: G Black Onyx L: 17.3mm W: 6.6mm Gold Nugget: L: 15.6mm W: 1...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
TJD 0.30 Carat Princess Cut Diamond 14KT Yellow Gold Men's Wedding Band Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your sophisticated style when you wear this men's diamond band ring in 14KT yellow gold. These band ring are studded with 4 princess cut natural diamonds in 0.30 carat.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$7,500Sale Price|25% Off
2.57tcw Natural Round Diamond Men’s Signet Ring in 18K White Gold – Statement
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Distinguished by its clean geometry and brilliant fire, this 2.57tcw natural diamond men’s signet ring is a modern heirloom infused with the spirit of Art Deco elegance.
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Men's 14K Two Tone Solitaire Ring with Bezel Set 1.05 Carat Round Diamond
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Men's 14K yellow and white gold solitaire ring with one bezel set round diamond weighing 1.05 carat.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Men's Ring - 14k Round Brilliant 0.48ctw Ribbed
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 10 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 1 1/2 sizes for $60 or Down 1 size for $40 Note: The resizing process will remove the hallmarks. Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
4.01tcw 18K Colombian Emerald-Asscher Cut & Baguette Diamond Men's Gold Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
A remarkable Colombian emerald and diamond ring. The center stone carries a full 2.71-carat Asscher cut natural Colombian emerald; displaying a stunning bluish-green color, and pellu...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$971Sale Price / item|44% Off
14 K Gold Mens Ring with Ruby.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 K Gold Mens Ring with Ruby. Gold ring for men with ruby.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Ruby Sapphire & Diamond USA Flag 14K Gold Mens 4th of July Signet Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Ahead of America's 250th anniversary: Bold patriotic men's signet ring in 14K yellow gold featuring a full American flag design rendered in pave-set round rubies, round diamonds, and...
Sapphire, Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Vintage Men's Yellow Gold 2ctw Old Mine Cut Diamond Cross Signet Heavy Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (5) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Mine Cut - Pave Set - Fiery Brilliant White Diamonds - 2ctw (approx.) Material: 14k Solid Yellow Gold - Stamped 14k Weight: 21.96 Gr...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Gold 1.15tcw Emerald & Diamond Men's Signet Ring, Bezel Set Green Emerald
Located in Jupiter, FL
Elevate your style with our distinguished Men's Emerald and Diamond Ring, a bold and captivating statement piece that embodies sophistication and strength.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Yellow Gold Blue Diamond Men's Ring - 14k Princess 1.00ctw Cluster Treated
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 10 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 1/2 a size for $40 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Treatment: Color Enhanced ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,059Sale Price / item|40% Off
14 K Gold Mens Ring with Sapphire.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 K Gold Mens Ring with Sapphire. Gold ring for men with sapphire.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
Men's 14k White Gold .33ctw Diamond Satin & Polished Chevron Pinky Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (12) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - G-I Color - VS1/VS2 Clarity - 0.12ctw (approx.) (2) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pa...
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage 1.28ct GIA Natural Diamond Retro Men’s Ring in Two-Tone Gold 14k
Located in Miami, FL
Bold and timeless, this vintage men’s ring showcases a GIA-certified 1.28 carat round brilliant-cut natural diamond set in a striking two-tone gold mounting.
Diamond, Gold, 14k 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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