Tiffany & Co. 14 Yellow Gold 5.3mm Classic Wedding Band Ring w/ Pouch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 5.2 Grams Ring Size: 5.5 ( fitted on finger, we CANNOT size this ring) Ring Width: 5.3mm (0.20")(top of the ring, north to south) Ring Height:...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Textured Marquise Squared Shank Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 5.62 Grams Ring Size: 6.25 ( fitted on finger, item can not be sized) Ring Width: 6.6mm (0.26") (top of the ring - north to south) - 3mm (bott...
Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold 1.0ctw Marquise Sapphire & Round Diamond Cluster Spray Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14K Yellow Gold Weight: 4.8 Grams Ring Size: 4.5 (Fitted on a finger, please contact us prior to purchase with sizing inquiries) Ring Dimensions: 13.8mm (0.54") (top ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum GIA Color Change Brazil Alexandrite Alternated Diamond Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Width: 6.4mm (0.25") (top of the ring - north to south), 2.7mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 4.5mm rise off the finger Stamp: PT900 - D0.37 - 0.47 Condition: Excellent cond...
Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum
14k Yellow Gold Free Form Boulder Opal Framed In Diamonds Dainty Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 2.22 Grams Ring Size: 6.5 (fitted on finger, please contact us prior to purchase with sizing inquiries) Ring Width: 10.2mm (0.40") (top of rin...
Diamond, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k White Gold Oval Sapphire & Bezel Diamond Petite Promise Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: 14k White Gold Weight: 2.37 Grams Ring Size: 7.0 ( fitted on finger, please contact us prior to purchase for sizing inquiries) Ring Width: 6.18mm (0.24") (top of the ring -...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Platinum 2.23ctw Large Round Pave Set Diamonds Domed Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Width: 9.8mm (0.38") (top of the ring - north to south), 4.8mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 4.5mm rise off the finger Stamp: 2.23 - PT900 Condition: Excellent condition!
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum w/ 18k Gold SSEF Gorgeous Green Colombian Emerald & Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid .900+ Platinum w/ 18k Yellow Gold Basket - Stamped PLAT Weight: 7.38 Grams Ring Size: 7.5 (We can custom size this ring - Please contact us prior to purchase for sizi...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Unique Shape Platinum 10.08ctw Watermelon Tourmaline & Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
.) - 10ct (exact) (6) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Nice White Color - 0.08ctw (exact) Total Carat Weight: 10.08 (exact) Material: Solid .850+ Platinum...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
14k Rose Gold Large Cushion Buff Top Smoky Quartz Diamond Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Rose Gold Weight: 5.05 Grams Ring Size: 6.5 ( fitted on finger, please contact us prior to purchase with sizing inquiries) Ring Width: 14mm (0.54") (top of the ri...
Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Platinum Pear Fiery Australian Opal w/ Diamond Bee Fly Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Width: 13.9mm (0.54") (north to south, top of the ring wing to wing) - 20.1mm (0.79")(east to west, at the bee) - 2.1mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Rise: 8.5mm rise off the finge...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold 0.35ct Round Channel Set Diamond Band Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 3.04 Grams Ring Size: 4.0 (We can custom size this ring - please contact us prior to purchase for sizing inquiries) Ring Width: 3.1mm (0.12")(...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum 2.19ctw Old European Diamond & Ruby Geometric Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid Platinum Weight: 16.28 Grams Ring Size: 5.5 (Fitted on a finger, please contact us prior to purchase with sizing inquiries) Width: 13.9mm (0.54") (top of ring, north ...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
18k White Gold Puffed Brushed Matte Finish Heart 0.70ctw Diamond Shoulders Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k White Gold Weight: 12.3 Grams Ring Size: 6.0 (Fitted on a finger. We can custom size this ring - Please contact us prior to purchase for sizing inquiries) Ring Wi...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Classic Platinum 0.60ctw Round Pave Diamond Stackable Wedding Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Width: 2.5mm (0.10")(top of the ring - north to south), 2.1mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 2.9mm rise off the finger Condition: Band shows some surface scratches & nic...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 14k White Gold 0.28ct Diamond Solitaire Scalloped Inspired Ornate Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Width: 6.3mm (0.24") (top of the ring - north to south) - 1.4mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 6.9mm rise off the finger Condition: Vintage.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14k Yellow Gold 0.73ctw Marquise Ruby w/ Round Diamond Halo Petite Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Measurements: 12.3mm (0.48")(top of the ring - north to south), 1.8mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 6.5mm rise off the finger Condition: Excellent condition!
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum 4.84ctw Oval Aquamarine & Step Cut Diamond Sides Classic Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Aquamarine - Oval Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Very Clean Brilliant Blue Color - 12.3x10mm - 4.50ct (exact) (6) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Rectangula...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Yellow Gold Channel Square Sapphire Pave 2.45ctw Diamond High Domed Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 6.09 Grams Ring Size: 6.5 (We can custom size this ring. Please contact us prior to purchase for sizing inquiries) Ring Width: 11.6mm (0.45") ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Platinum 3.40ctw French Cut Channel Set Diamond Eternity Band Ring sz6.5
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid .900+ Platinum Weight: 4.70 Grams Ring Size: 6.5 (Fitted on a finger. We can NOT custom size this ring) Band Width: 3.5mm (0.13")(top of the ring, north to south) Rin...
Diamond, Platinum
14k Yellow Gold 0.25ctw Pave Diamond Center 12.4mm Wide Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 5.17 Grams Ring Size: 9.0 (Fitted on a finger, please contact us prior to purchase with sizing inquiries) Ring Width: 12.4mm (0.48") (top of...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold Pear Cabochon Larimar Bypass Moi Et Toi Teardrop Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 5.87 Grams Ring Size: 5.5 ( fitted on finger, please contact us prior to purchase with sizing inquiries)(sizing beads added, can be removed i...
Larimar, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum 4.68ctw GIA Ceylon No Heat Sapphire Diamond Classic Contemporary Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Please contact us prior to purchase for sizing inquiries.) Ring Width: 13.1mm (0.51") (top of the ring - north to south) - 10mm (0.39")(east to west, at the halo) - 2.9mm (bottom of ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Platinum Carre Step Cut Diamond 1.0ctw Stackable Wedding Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Width: 4.4mm (0.17") (top of the ring - north to south) - 14.9mm (0.59")(east to west, diamond to diamond) - 2mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 6mm rise off the finger Stamp...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum 1.79ctw Marquise & Oval Bright Ruby and Baguette Diamond Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Width: 6.6mm (0.26") (top of the ring - north to south) - 2.3mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 5.4mm rise off the finger Stamp: PT900 - R1.47 - D0.32 Condition: Shows some l...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
14k White Gold 0.85ctw Multi Color Gemstones & Diamond Birthstone Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k White Gold Weight: 5.1 Grams Ring Size: 7.0 (fitted on finger, contact us prior to purchase for sizing inquiries) Overall Width: 12.8mm (0.50") (top of the ring -...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
18k Gold 42.26ctw Large Checkerboard Cushion Kunzite Pink Stones Statement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Width: 22.9mm (0.90") (top of the ring, north to south), 7mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 13.9mm rise off the finger Condition: Shows some light surface wear.
Kunzite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Floating Tahitian Pearl w/ Diamond & Ruby Square Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 14.2 Grams Ring Size: 6.5 (Fitted on finger, please contact us prior to purchase for sizing inquiries) Ring Width: 7.4mm (0.29") (top of ring...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold Large 67ct Pear Cut Amethyst Solitaire Statement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 21.77 Grams Overall Width: 32.8mm (1.2") (top of the ring - north to south), 2.1mm (bottom of the shank) Overall Height: 18mm rise off ...
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Platinum Classic 2.1mm Stackable Band Ring Dated Engraving Inside
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid .900+ Platinum Total Weight: 2.90 Grams Overall Width: 2.1mm (0.08") (top of the ring - north to south) Overall Height: 1.4mm rise off the finger Size: 4.0 (Fitted o...
Platinum
Vintage Solid Gold Turquoise Ruby & Diamond Flower Cluster Round Platter Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold w/ White Gold Baskets Weight: 12.5 Grams Ring Size: 6.0 (Fitted on a finger, please contact us prior to purchase with sizing inquiries) Ring Width: 24...
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold 1.25ctw Oval Aquamarine & Diamond Open Work Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Width: 11.9mm (0.46") (top of the ring - north to south), 3mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 5.1mm rise off the finger Condition: Shows some light surface wear.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Gold High Quality 1.62ctw Baguette Sapphire & Diamond Borders Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k White Gold Weight: 6.01 Grams Ring Size: 6.0 (Fitted on a finger, please contact us prior to purchase with sizing inquiries) Ring Width: 9.9mm (0.39") (top of the...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Platinum 2.92ctw Royal Blue Sapphire & Carre Cut Diamond Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid Platinum Total Weight: 10.30 Grams Size: 7.0 (Fitted on a finger, please contact us prior to purchase with sizing inquiries) Overall Width: 9.8mm (0.38") (top of th...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Solid Platinum 2.22ctw Oval Cabochon Cat's Eye & Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Cat's Eye - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Nice Honey & Milk Color - 1.95ct (exact) Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Baguette & Round Br...
Diamond, Tiger's Eye, Platinum
14k White Gold 0.58ctw Sapphire & Diamond Dainty Stack Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Total Carat Weight: 0.58 (exact) Material: Solid 14k White Gold Total Weight: 2 Grams Overall Width: 2.7mm (0.11") (top of the ring - north to south), 21.7mm (0.85")(east to west, ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco 14k Solid Gold Lattice Open Work Wide Band Ring sz7
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow & White Gold - Stamped 14k Weight: 4.37 Grams Ring Size: 7.0 ( fitted on finger, item can NOT be sized) Ring Width: 6.5mm (0.25") (top of the ring - north ...
Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum 3.75ctw Oval Rich Lime Green Peridot w/ Pave Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Dimensions: 8.8mm (0.35") (top of the ring - north to south), 2.7mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 5.9mm rise off the finger Condition: Shows some light surface wear.
Diamond, Peridot, Platinum
Vintage Platinum 1.04ctw Carre Square Step Diamond Wide Bypass Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Width: 18.2mm (0.71") (top of the ring - north to south) - 4.4mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 3.5mm rise off the finger Condition: Vintage.
Diamond, Platinum
14k White Gold 7.25ctw Oval Aquamarine w/ Diamond Shoulders Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k White Gold w/ Platinum Top Weight: 7.6 Grams Ring Size: 10.5 (Fitted on a finger. We can custom size this ring - Please contact us prior to purchase for sizing in...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Victorian Rosy Gold 4ctw Old Mine Cut Diamond Cluster Platter Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k Rosy Yellow Gold Total Weight: 8.23 Grams Ring Size: 6.0 (fitted on finger, we can custom size this ring. please contact us prior to purchase with sizing inquiri...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier 18k Yellow Gold 4.9mm Love Band Ring sz 55
By Cartier
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 7.46 Grams Overall Width: 4.9mm (0.19") (top of the ring - north to south) Overall Height: 2mm rise off the finger Size: Size 55 Will C...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold Diamond Textured Matte Finish Jumping Dolphin Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Please contact us prior to purchase for sizing inquiries.) Ring Width: 16.7mm (0.65") (top of the ring - north to south) - 1.6mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 4.4mm rise off the...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Gold Bezel Diamond Solitaire Grooved Geometric Stack Look Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Please contact us prior to purchase for sizing inquiries.) Ring Width: 8.3mm (0.32") (top of the ring - north to south) - 3.1mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 4.4mm rise off the ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14k Two Tone Gold 1.02ctw Diamond Florentine & Polished Finish Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Width: 6.7mm (0.26") (top of the ring, north to south), 3.7mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 5.1mm rise off the finger Condition: All original finish.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Platinum 3.85ctw Oval Cabochon Crisp Star Ruby Baguette Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Please contact us prior to purchase for sizing inquiries.) Ring Width: 15.4mm (0.60") (top of the ring - north to south), 2.3mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 8.3mm rise off the ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Platinum 2.89ctw Baguette Sapphire & Diamond 3 Row Wide Wavy Chevron Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (17) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Baguette Cut - Channel Set -White Fiery Brilliant Diamonds - 0.68ctw (exact) (22) Natural Genuine Sapphires - Baguette Cut - Channel Set - ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Men's 14k Solid Gold 1.75ctw Round Diamond Cluster 16.3mm Wide Rectangular Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold W/ White Gold Top Weight: 15.66 Grams Ring Size: 11.5 (Fitted on a finger. We can custom size this ring - please contact us prior to purchase for sizi...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum 2.41ctw GIA Vivid Red Ruby Diamond Ballerina Statement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Width: 16mm (0.63") (top of ring, north to south), 14.2mm (0.56")(east to west, at the halo) - 2.1mm (bottom of shank) Height: 9.5mm rise off the finger Stamp: PT900 - 1.41 - D1.00 C...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Zolotas 22k Gold Buff Top Aventurine Solitaire Hammered Dented Bezel Ring
By Zolotas
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 22k Yellow Gold Weight: 7.8 Grams Ring Size: 4.0 ( fitted on finger, please contact us prior to purchase for sizing inquiries) Ring Width: 9mm (0.35") (top of the ri...
Aventurine, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Pavé Round Diamond Chunky Statement Cocktail Knot Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Weight: 17.6 grams Ring size: 7.75 (sizable) Ring Length: 23.75mm (top of the ring - east to west) Ring Width: 20.75mm (top of the ring - north to south) Ring Height: 6.15mm (rise o...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum 1.02ctw Carre Step Cut Diamond 5 Stone Stackable Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Width: 4.3mm (0.17") (top of the ring - north to south) - 15.8mm (0.62")(east to west, diamond to diamond) - 2.3mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 5mm rise off the finger Sta...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Platinum 1.03ctw Carre Step Cut Diamond 5 Stones Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Width: 4.7mm (0.17") (top of the ring - north to south) - 16.4mm (0.64")(east to west, diamond to diamond) - 1.9mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 5.2mm rise off the finger S...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 18k Gold & Silver Cabochon Moonstone Fancy Prong Set Large Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold & Sterling Silver Weight: 17.3 Grams Ring Size: 5.5 (Fitted on a finger, please contact us prior to purchase with sizing inquiries) Ring Width: 18mm (...
Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Platinum Square Cut Alternating Sapphire & Diamond 5 Stone Channel Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (3) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Square Cut - Channel Set - Royal Blue Color - 0.48ctw (exact) (2) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Square Princess Cut - Channel Set - H/I Colo...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum 2.90ct Rare Ceylon Cat's Eye Purple Sapphire Collet Solitaire Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Please contact us prior to purchase for sizing inquiries.) Ring Width: 10.8mm (0.42") (top of the ring - north to south) - 2.2mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 6.1mm rise off the...
Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage White Gold 1.02ct Round & Baguette Diamond Classic Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Please contact us prior to purchase with sizing inquiries) Ring Width: 6.7mm (approx. 0.26") (top of ring - north to south), 14.6mm (0.57")(east to west, diamond to diamond) - 1.5mm ...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold
Platinum 4.36ctw Cushion Cut Tourmaline Marquise Round Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
.) - 3.82ctw (exact) Natural Genuine Diamonds - 8 Marquise w/ 16 Round Brilliant Cut - Channel & Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 0.54ctw (exact) Total Carat Weight: 4.36ct...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Solid Gold 11.80ctw Large Oval Peridot Diamond Daisy Flower Setting Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Dimensions: 17.6mm (0.69") (top of the ring - north to south), 4.3mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 12.3mm rise off the finger Condition: Shows some light surface wear.
Diamond, Peridot, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Platinum Old Single Cut Channel Set Diamond Dainty Band ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Width: 2.4mm (0.09") (top of the ring - north to south) - 1.4mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 1.4mm rise off the finger Condition: Antique.
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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