1.0 Carat, 7 Diamonds Traditional Men's Ring 14 Karat White Gold Ring Estate
Located in New York, NY
1.0 Carat, 7 Diamonds Traditional Men's Ring 14 Karat White Gold Ring Estate This is a Nice traditional 7 diamond ring from our premium wedding collection for Men 7 Round diamo...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.75 Carat, 7 Diamonds Traditional Men's Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring Estate
Located in New York, NY
1.75 Carat 7 Diamonds Traditional Men's Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring Estate This is a Nice traditional 7 diamond ring from our premium wedding collection for Men 7 Round di...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
.75 Carat Men's Diamond Ring 14 Karat Channel 3*
Located in New York, NY
Mens Channel Band .75ct round natural diamonds Vs-2 clarity G color. 14kt. yellow gold. 8.8 grams Ring is 7.3mm wide Depth: 4mm Durable and sturdy for everyday wear Current...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow 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
Nazarelle 3.70 Carat Round Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Men's Signet Ring
By Nazarelle
Located in Houston, TX
This gent's ring designed by Nazarelle is made in 14 karat yellow gold featuring nine round cut, prong set diamonds weighing 3.70 carats with a color grade (H) and clarity grade (SI2).
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified .53 Carat Natural Diamonds Men's Ring 14 Karat*
Located in New York, NY
Men's Round cut diamond solitaire ring. GIA Certified .53ct. natural round cut center diamond. Si-1 clarity / J-color Report: 2191676846 Natural, Earth Mined. 14kt. yellow gol...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
TJD 0.50 Carat Brilliant Cut Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Men's Wedding Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
He'll appreciate the timeless look of this wedding band. These band ring are studded with 22 brilliant cut natural diamonds in pave setting in 14KT yellow gold. The white diamonds ar...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
5.10 Carat Natural Diamond & Blue Sapphire 14 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Men's Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
5.10 Carats Natural Diamond & Blue Sapphire 14K Solid Yellow Gold Men's Ring Amazing looking piece! Suggested Replacement Value: $6,000.00 Total Natural Round Cut Diamonds Weight...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.35 Carat Natural Diamond & Blue Sapphire 14 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Men's Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2.35 Carats Natural Diamond & Blue Sapphire 14K Solid Yellow Gold Men's Ring Total Natural Round Cut Diamonds Weight: .85 Carats (color G-H / Clarity SI) Total Blue Sapphire Weight...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Men's GIA Certified 14 Karat Gold 4.00 Carat Oval Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Houston, TX
This gent's ring is made in 14 karat white gold featuring one oval cut, GIA certified, Natural Blue Ceylon Sri Lankan Sapphire weighing 4.00 ct that is prong set. The certificate num...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.95 Round Cut Diamond Men's Wedding Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Men's Ring has 9 Round Cut Diamonds that weighs 0.95 Carats.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
.42 Carat Diamond Yellow White Gold Mens Band Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Men's two row diamond band ring. 14 round diamonds set in a 14k yellow and white gold setting. Circa 1980 14 round brilliant cut diamonds, I-J VS2 approx. .42cts Size 12.5 and sizab...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Chunky Men's Oval Cut 6.50 Carat Black Opal Statement Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 11 Bold and mesmerizing, this statement ring features a captivating 6.50 carat oval-cut black opal doublet that dances with brilliant flashes of color. The opal's multico...
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified .93 Carat Natural Diamond Ring Mens Deco Prime 14 Karat*
Located in New York, NY
Stating e color si2 clarity excellent cut. .30 carat side round diamond G color si-1 clarity 14 karat white gold size 9.75 / 6.9 g ring is 9 mm wide / 4.7 mm depth $30,000 ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Men’s 4 Carat Sapphire and Ruby Statement Ring 14 Karat
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Men’s 4 Carats Sapphire & Ruby Statement Ring. The ring has a sparking beauty made for the true men that like to stand out in the crowd. There are 4 natural blue sapphires & ...
Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Men’s 3.00 Carat Diamonds 14k Rose Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Men’s 3.00 Carat Diamonds Rose Gold Ring Size: 8.5 Measures 14mm height Diamonds total weight approx 3.00 carats There are princess cut diamonds as well as round diamonds throughout...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose 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. The ring features 7 diamonds totaling approx 1.02 carat and are of SI clarity. The ring is a size 7 and weights 5.2 grams 14k...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Men's 14K White Gold 2.0 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
Your love for him will radiate in this unique and stylish diamond ring. Classy and appealing, the ring is created with 14 karats white gold and buffed high to shine brilliantly. It c...
White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Men’s Brown Diamond Ring 4.08 Carat
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Details Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Primary Gemstone: Brown Diamond Diamond Shape: Round Cut Carat Weight: 4.08 Carats Clarity: I1 Style: Men’s Fashion Ring Ring Size: 8.5 Weight: 19....
Brown Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.02 Carat Natural Round Diamond Solitaire Mens Ring 14 Karat*
Located in New York, NY
GIA certified 1.02 carat solitaire diamond ring. Report number 6213187765 Stating I color SI2 clarity & good cut. No fluorescence. Mounted in solitaire form 14kt 7.7 g Size...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
12.78 Carat Round Diamond Pave Mens Ring 14 Karat in Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 14k Rose Gold Diamond Details: Approx. 12.78ctw round cut Diamonds. Diamonds are G/H in color and SI/VS in clarity. Size: 8.75 Measurements: 26.75mm x 19mm x 31mm Weight: 1...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$4,719Sale Price|20% Off
2.70 Carat Oval-Cut Purplish Red Ruby and Diamond 14 Karat Men's Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Centering a lovely Oval-Cut Purplish Red 2.70 Carat Ruby, framed by 6 Round-Brilliant Cut Diamonds totaling 0.45 Carats, and set in 14K Yellow Gold, this iconic Men's Ring design has...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
5 Carat Diamond Pave Vintage Styled Mens Ring 14 Karat in Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Details: Approx. 5ctw of round & baguette cut Diamonds. Diamonds are G/H in color and VS in clarity Size: 9.75 Measurements: 26.25 x 22 x 27mm Weig...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
5.40 Carat Round Diamond Half Pave Mens Ring 14 Karat in Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 14k White Gold Diamond Details: Approx. 5.45ct of round & baguette cut Diamonds. Diamonds are G/H in color and VS in clarity Size: 10 Measurements: 25 x 19.5 x 30mm Weight...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Men's Ring Square Design Natural Diamonds Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Diamond
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mens Diamond Ring Vintage Diamonds have a very good sparkle sort to speak "life". pre-owned in great condition as new overall Unique shape and design and looks great ! 14k White Gold...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Scott Gauthier Contemporary Sapphire Men's Band Ring in Brushed 14 Karat Gold
By Scott Gauthier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This striking natural sapphire ring is a boldly minimalist and architectural piece, featuring a wide, substantial flat-top band in 14 karat white gold that makes a powerful statement...
Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mens Contemporary Brushed 14 Karat White Gold Wide Band Ring with Diamonds
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
It comes with an appraisal card, verifying its authenticity and current appraisal value. Metal: 14 Karat White Gold Gemstones: Diamonds Diamond Cut: Round Diamond Total Carat Wei...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
4.47 Carat Round & Baguette Diamond Pave Wide Mens Ring 14 Karat in Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Details: Approx. 4.47ctw of round & baguette cut Diamonds. Diamonds are G/H in color and VS in clarity Size: 9.75 Measurements: 25 x 17 x 30mm Wei...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1 Carat Diagonal Diamond Channel Set 14K Gold Vintage Mens Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Details: Item Type: Men's Ring Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Size: 6 Ring Face Dimensions: 14 x 18.5 mm Center Stone Details: Type: Natural Diamond Carat: 1.0 CTTW (5 stones) Cut: Round Br...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mens Chunky Squared Band Ring with Round Diamonds in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
A PDF file of the appraisal will be available via email after purchase. Metal: 14 Karat White Gold Center Diamond Cut: Round brilliant cut Center Diamond Color: H–I Center Diamond C...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mens Channel Set Round Brilliant Diamond Ridged Band Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
It comes with an appraisal card, verifying its authenticity and current appraisal value. Metal: 14 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstones: Diamonds Diamond Shape: Round brilliant cut Diamond C...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Men’s 1.10 Carat Old Miner Diamond Pinky Ring 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Antique Men’s 1.10 Carat Old Miner Diamond Pinky Ring 14k Gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Mens Diamond Cross and Engraved Scripture Large Signet Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Crafted in 14 karat yellow gold, the face of the ring is engraved with a meaningful scripture and adorned with six modified square emerald-cut diamonds arranged in the shape of a cro...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Mens Oval Cabochon Cut Star Sapphire & Diamond Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 12.5 This striking ring features a large 14.25 carat oval cabochon-cut star sapphire at the center, exhibiting a vivid blue hue and an asterism that dances across its sur...
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Men's 5 Diamond Ring in 14 Karat and Platinum
Located in Honolulu, HI
Elegant Men's Diamond Ring in 14K yellow Gold and Platinum. The ring features 5 round brilliant cut diamonds set in Platinum. Each diamond measures approximately 4.00 mm and weights ...
Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
TJD 0.50 Carat Natural Diamond Men's Cross Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Cross Men's Ring crafted in 14 karat yellow gold and set with 48 natural round brilliant diamonds totaling approximately 0.50 carats.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.2 Carat Blue Sapphire 20 Diamond Ring 14 Karat Gold Wedding Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a magnificent 2.2 Carat natural mined Blue Sapphire 20 Diamond Ring in 14 Karat Gold.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,996Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Men's Natural Opal Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Men's opal & diamond ring (circa 1960s to 1970s), crafted in 14 karat white gold.
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Men's Ring 14k White Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
Modern designed men's ring features a straight row princess cut framed with round diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
15.00 Carats Natural Blue Sapphire & Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Men's Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
15.00 Carats Natural Blue Sapphire & Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Men's Ring Total Natural Blue Sapphire Weight is: Approx. 14.50ct Sapphire Diameter: 14 x 11 mm Sapphire Treatme...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White 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. Si-1 clarity H-color Natural, Earth Mined. 14kt. white gold. 5 grams. Ring is 9mm wid...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mens Cushion Cut Aquamarine and Diamond Cigar Band Ring in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 11.5 Indulge in the timeless allure of this 14 karat white gold cigar band ring, an exquisite piece that seamlessly fuses vintage style charm with contemporary elegance. ...
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
TJD 0.15 Carat Brilliant Cut Diamond 14KT White Gold Three Stone Men's Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and luxurious wedding band ring are studded with 3 brilliant cut round diamonds in channel setting and crafted in 14 karat white gold. Total diamond weight is 0.15 carat. The...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 0.06 Total Carat Weight Floating Diamond Band Men Ring 14k Rose Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 0.06 Total Carat Weight Floating Diamond Band Ring 14k Rose Gold For Men.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$10,000
Men's Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Ring Size: 5.75 Resizable free of charge Metal Type: 14 karat yellow gold
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
55 Carat Pear Shape Emerald Cabochon & 5.5 Ct Diamond Ring /Pendant 14 Kt Gold
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds: approximate 5.5 Carat 14 Karat white gold , ring weight 32 gm, 14 k gold 20.3 gm Emerald:55 Carat Color: Deep Green, Transparent extreme Fine Color Quality One of our ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
$6,500
Men's Sapphire Ring
Located in New York, NY
Metal type: 14 Karat Yellow Gold Approximate Sapphire Weight: 1 Carat Ring Size: 7 Resizable free of charge
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
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
14 Carat Emerald-cut Statement / I color VVS 14K White Gold Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 14 carats, emerald, statement ring, diamond ring.
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$7,500
Men's Star Sapphire Ring
Located in New York, NY
Approximate Star Sapphire Weight: 11.8 carats Ring Size: 8.5 Approximate Weight: 17 grams Complimentary resizing Metal Type: 14 karat gold
Star Sapphire, 14k Gold
Men's Cabochon Sapphire Ring
Located in New York, NY
Approximate Sapphire Weight: 4.10 carats Approximate Diamond Weight: .21 carat Ring Size: 7.25 Complimentary resizing Metal Type: 14 karat gold
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Mens Diamond Ruby Ring 14K Gold Band Estate
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This gorgeous estate ring for a gentleman is finely crafted in solid 14K Yellow Gold. The center genuine Earth mined round cut Ruby measures 4.2 mm (.36 carat). This is a very clean ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Men's Dollar Sign Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Men's Dollar Sign Diamond Ring A ring featuring one round cut center diamond, approximately .12 carats, with a dollar sign $ engraving Gram Weight: 10.7 grams Ring Size: 9.75 Co...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Men's Pyramidical Cabochon Sapphire Ring
Located in New York, NY
Approximate Sapphire Weight: 1.70 carats Approximate Diamond Weight: .35 carat Ring Size: 5.75 Complimentary resizing Metal Type: 14 karat gold
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Men's Three Row Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Men's Three Row Diamond Ring. A yellow gold ring featuring three rows of round cut diamonds approximately 1.36 carats.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Men's Sapphire & Diamond Ring Band
Located in New York, NY
Sapphire Weight: approximately 1.00 carats Diamond Weight: approximately 1.68 carats Ring Size: 8 Metal Type: 14 karat yellow gold
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
14 Carat Pear Statement Fancy brownish pink Diamond Ring Collector’s Treasure
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 5 carats, pear, statement ring, diamond ring. Built for clients who judge a ring in motion, not only in perfect studio light. Colour family: Fancy Yellow. Metal: 14K Wh...
Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
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