14k Yellow Gold Large Bezel Marbled Sky Blue Larimar Diamond Cut Frame Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 8.67 Grams Ring Size: 6.5 ( fitted on finger, please contact us prior to purchase with sizing inquiries) Ring Width: 29.9mm (1.1") (top of th...
Larimar, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold GIA 2.46ct Burma No Heat Cushion Ruby Collet Solitaire Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Cushion Cut - Prong Set - Red Color w/ Natural Inclusions - 2.46ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ** Material...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold 7.73ct Royal Purple Amethyst & Diamond Large Geometric Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 18.51 Grams Ring Size: 6.0 (Fitted on a finger, please contact us prior to purchase with sizing inquiries) Ring Width: 23.4mm (0.92") (top o...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k White Gold 1.91ctw GIA Old European Bezel Diamond Channel Emerald Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Width: 11.7mm (0.46") (top of the ring - north to south), 2.2mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 5.8mm rise off the finger Condition: Excellent condition!
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Silver Rose Gold Plated Emerald Cut Amethyst w/ White Topaz Sides Open Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid Sterling Silver w/ Rose Gold Plated Total Weight: 3.9 Grams Overall Width: 12.1mm (0.47") (top of the ring - north to south), 1.7mm (bottom of the shank) Overall Hei...
Amethyst, Topaz, Gold, Rose Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Solid 14k Yellow Gold High Quality .50ctw Diamond Bypass Look Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Width: 15mm (0.59") (top of the ring - north to south) - 1.6mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 7.3mm rise off the finger Condition: Excellent condition!
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Platinum GIA 4.19ctw Sapphire & Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Please contact us prior to purchase for sizing inquiries.) Ring Width: 19.1mm (0.75") (top of the ring - north to south), 17.6mm (0.69")(east to west), 2.7mm (bottom of the shank) Ri...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Unisex 14k Yellow Gold Inlaid Rectangular Black Onyx w/ Diamond Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: 14k Solid Yellow Gold Weight: 8.73 Grams Ring Size: 9.5 (We can custom size this ring. Please contact us prior to purchase for sizing inquiries) Ring Width: 15.6mm (0.61") ...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Classic 14k Gold .80ctw Channel Bar Set Diamond Low Profile 5 Stone Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Width: 3.5mm (0.13") (top of the ring, north to south), 17.7mm (0.69")(east to west, diamond to diamond) - 2.2mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 3.5mm rise off the finger Con...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum 3.43ctw GIA Long Oval Fiery Australian Black Opal Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Australian Opal - Long Oval Double Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Black Base / Nice Play of Colors - 3.11ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below f...
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
Vintage Platinum 1ctw Carre Square Step Cut Diamond Stack Wedding Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Width: 4.5mm (0.18") (top of the ring - north to south) - 15.3mm (0.60")(east to west, diamond to diamond) - 2.6mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 5.5mm rise off the finger S...
Diamond, Platinum
14k White Gold GIA Deep Vivid Cushion Purple Pink Sapphire Diamond Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Please contact us prior to purchase for sizing inquiries.) Ring Width: 6.9mm (0.27") (top of the ring - north to south) - 1.1mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 7.4mm rise off the ...
Diamond, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Platinum 1.0ctw Old Single Cut Pave Diamond Eternity Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid Platinum Weight: 3.71 Grams Ring Size: 7.5 (Fitted on a finger. We can NOT custom size this ring) Band Width: 2.9mm (0.11")(top of the ring, north to south) Ring Heig...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum 2.13ctw GIA Ceylon Pastel Soft Pink Sapphire w/ Dual Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Please contact us prior to purchase for sizing inquiries.) Ring Measurements: 12.1mm (0.48") (top of the ring -north to south), 1.5mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 8.5mm rise of...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
14k Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Sideways Domed Channel Set Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Please contact us prior to purchase with sizing inquiries.) Ring Width: 8.4mm (0.33") (top of the ring - north to south), 3.9mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 6.3mm rise off the ...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian Platinum 0.61ctw Diamond Octagonal Milgrain Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Please contact us prior to purchase with sizing inquires) Ring Width: 10.1mm (0.4") (top of the ring - north to south), 1.4mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 5.7mm rise off the fi...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Trillion Cut 2.26ctw Fiery Magenta Tourmaline & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid Platinum Total Weight: 6.77 Grams Overall Width: 9.82mm (0.38") (top of the ring - north to south), 2.36mm (bottom of the shank) Overall Height: 6.07mm rise off the...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Beautiful Platinum 2.78ctw Round Cabochon Cat's Eye w/ Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Width: 14.7mm (0.57") (top of the ring - north to south), 15.8mm (0.62") (east to west - baguette diamond to baguette diamond), 2.8mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 7.1mm ri...
Diamond, Cat’s Eye, Platinum
Antique Platinum 0.88ctw Old Mine Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Height: 7.25mm (0.28") (north to south) Ring Width: 6.40mm (0.85") (east to west), 1.57mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Rise: 5.94mm rise off the finger Condition: Metal shows surf...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Yellow Gold Custom Mottled Jade Wide Eternity Band Ring Sz 5.5
Located in Montclair, NJ
We can NOT custom size this ring) Ring Width: 9.5mm (0.37") (approx.) (top of the ring - north to south) Height: 3.2mm (rises off the finger) Condition: Vintage.
Jade, Gold, Yellow Gold
Classic Platinum 1.02ctw Round Channel Set Diamond Eternity Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (29) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Channel Set - G/H Color - VS1/VS2 Clarity - 1.02ctw (exact) Material: Solid Platinum Weight: 5.04 Grams Ring Size: 5...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique French 18k Yellow Gold & Platinum Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Height: 7.19mm (0.28") (north to south) Ring Width: 7.19mm (0.28") (east to west), 1.56mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Rise: 5.30mm rise off the finger Condition: Light surface we...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Yellow Gold 17.8mm Mabe Pearl Leaf Detailed Prongs Solitaire Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Please contact us prior to purchase for sizing inquiries.) Ring Width: 19.3mm (0.76") (top of the ring - north to south), 2.7mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 19.6mm rise off the...
Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 18k Yellow Gold Star Pave Diamond Twisted Wide Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Overall Width: 14.61mm (0.57")(top of the ring - north to south), 5.25mm (bottom of the shank) Overall Height: 3.76mm rise off the finger Condition: Shows light wear, excellent overa...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold 0.20ctw Bezel Diamonds Textured Finish Bamboo Style Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 3.81 Grams Ring Size: 6.0 (Fitted on a finger, item can not be sized) Ring Width: 3.67mm (0.83") (north to south - at diamond setting), 1.95mm...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum 2.1mm Detailed Engraved Band Ring sz 8.5
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid Platinum 900 Total Weight: 3.27 Grams Overall Width: 2.1mm (0.08") (top of the ring - north to south) Overall Height: 1.5mm rise off the finger Size: 8.5 (Fitted on ...
Platinum
Antique 10k Yellow Gold Long Navette Banded Agate Bezel Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 10k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 3.95 Grams Overall Width: 35.97mm (1.41") (top of the ring - north to south), 1.21mm (bottom of the shank) Overall Height: 7.26mm rise ...
Agate, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Diamond Ring Motion Spinning 18K White Gold Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
The top measures 20mm North-South. The ring elevated 16mm high above finger.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Platinum High Quality 2.22ctw GIA Green Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Emerald - Octagonal Cut - Prong Set - Vivid Green Color - Clarity Enhanced F2- Colombian - 1.23ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Co...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
14k Solid Gold .97ctw Marquise Sapphire Diamond Frame Wide Flared Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow & White Gold Weight: 6.9 Grams Ring Size: 6.0 (Fitted on a finger. We can custom size this ring - Please contact us priory to purchase for sizing inquiries...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum 5.35ctw Oval White Opal w/ Diamond Sides Classic Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Width: 16.2mm (0.64") (north to south, top of the ring) - 18.1mm (0.71") (east to west), 2mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Rise: 9.9mm rise off the finger Condition: Shows some lig...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
14k Two Tone Gold 0.25ctw Diamond Cluster Nugget Textured Wide Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Please contact us prior to purchase for sizing inquiries.) Ring Width: 12.3mm (0.48") (top of the ring - north to south) - 4mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 6.9mm rise off the f...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18k White Gold Heart Burnish Diamond Wide Domed Heavy Band Ring sz 52
By Cartier
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Heart Cut - Burnish Set - Top Quality White Diamond Material: Solid 18k White Gold Weight: 19.73 Grams Ring Size: Stamped Size 52 - Will...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k Yellow Gold 0.55ctw Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Petite Moi Et Toi Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14K Yellow Gold Weight: 2.8 Grams Ring Size: 5.5 (Fitted on a finger, please contact us prior to purchase with sizing inquiries) Ring Dimensions: 8.3mm (0.32") (top o...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage White Gold 0.68ctw Old Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Promise Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Width: 5.9mm (0.23") (top of the ring - north to south) - 1.4mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 6mm rise off the finger Condition: Vintage.
Diamond, Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold 1.45ctw Trillion Rubellite Tourmaline & Diamond Bypass Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Width: 10.9mm (0.43") (top of the ring - north to south) - 2mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 6.2mm rise off the finger Condition: Shows some light wear.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Classic Platinum 4.68ctw GIA Oval Yellowish Green Peridot & Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Dimensions: 15.1mm (0.59") (top of the ring - north to south), 13mm (0.51")(east to west - diamond to diamond), 1.9mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 8.6mm rise off the finger Con...
Diamond, Peridot, Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Vintage Solid Gold .90ctw Round Diamond Cluster Spray Sputnik Domed Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Please contact us prior to purchase for sizing inquiries.) Ring Width: 21mm (0.82") (top of the ring - north to south), 3mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 14mm rise off the finge...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Classic 14k White Gold 1.40ctw Round Shared Prong Set Diamond 5 Stone Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Width: 4.2mm (0.16") (top of the ring, north to south), 20.8mm (0.81")(east to west, diamond to diamond) - 1.8mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 3.8mm rise off the finger Con...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Men's 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Mercedes Benz Logo Signet Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold - Stamped 14k Total Weight: 11.3 Grams Overall Width: 18.6mm (0.73") (top of the ring - north to south), 5.2mm (bottom of the shank) Overall Height: ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k White Gold 2.6ctw High Quality Oval Sapphire Baguette Diamond Bypass Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Please contact us prior to purchase for sizing inquiries.) Ring Width: 13.8mm (0.54") (top of the ring - north to south), 3.3mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 6.2mm rise off the ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k Yellow Gold 0.54ctw Rectangular Emerald Diamond Sides East West Dainty Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Width: 3.9mm (0.15") (top of the ring - north to south) - 1.6mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 3.6mm rise off the finger Condition: Shows some light surface wear.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k White Gold 12.32ctw Gray Sharp Star Sapphire w/ Diamond Frame Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Please contact us prior to purchase for sizing inquiries.) Ring Width: 17.1mm (0.67") (top of the ring - north to south) - 14.5mm (0.57")(at the halo, east to west) - 2.8mm (bottom o...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Mid Century Platinum .90ctDiamond Scalloped Wide Eternity Band Ring Sz6
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid Platinum Total Weight: 10.47 Grams Overall Width: 10.5mm (0.41") (top of the ring - north to south) Overall Height: 2.3mm rise off the finger Size: 6.0 (Fitted on a f...
Diamond, Platinum
Classic Platinum 2ctw GIA E VVS2 Ideal Round Diamond 5 Stone Diamond Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Please contact us prior to purchase with sizing inquiries) Ring Width: 4.6mm (approx. 0.18") (top of ring - north to south), 22mm (0.86")(east to west diamond to diamond) - 3.5mm (bo...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Large Oval Blue Aquamarine w/ Diamond Accents 5.59ctw Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
.) - 5.45ctw (exact) (6) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 0.14ctw (exact) Material: Platinum .900 Total Weight: 7.39 Gra...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Antique French 18k Gold Old Mine Cut Diamond Marquise Shape Dinner Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Please contact us prior to purchase for sizing inquiries.) Ring Width: 17.4mm (0.68") (top of the ring - north to south), 4.9mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 5.9mm rise off the ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum 5.2ctw High Quality Pink Tourmaline & Diamond Split Shank Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Width: 19mm (0.74") (top of the ring - north to south) - 5.7mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 7.3mm rise off the finger Condition: Excellent condition!
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
18k White Gold 1.43ctw GIA Old European Diamond Green & Black Calibre Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Width: 10.9mm (0.43") (top of the ring - north to south), 1.1mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 6.3mm rise off the finger Condition: New custom made ring.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k Yellow Gold Large Oval Bezel Set Large Moonstone Open Work Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 10.47 Grams Ring Size: 5.5 (Fitted on a finger, please contact us prior to purchase with sizing inquiries) Ring Width: 21.3mm (0.84")(top of t...
Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unique Solid Gold Square Coral & 0.45ctw Diamond Open Oval Geometric Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Please contact us prior to purchase for sizing inquiries) Ring Dimensions: 21.7mm (0.85") (top of the ring - north to south) - 13.8mm (0.54") (east to west), 2mm (bottom of the shank...
Coral, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Large White Gold Pear Cut Vivid Pink Kunzite w/ Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Width: 29.2mm (1.1") (top of the ring, north to south), 5.8mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 13.4mm rise off the finger Condition: Excellent condition!
Diamond, Kunzite, Gold, White Gold
14k Yellow Gold 0.35ctw Diamond Diagonal Channel Set Stackable Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k White Gold Weight: 2.95 Grams Ring Size: 6.5 (Fitted on finger, please contact us prior to purchase for sizing inquiries) Ring Width: 4.68mm (0.18") (top of rin...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold .82ct Oval Emerald Baguette & Round Diamond Grooved Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 5.22 Grams Ring Size: 6.0 (fitted on finger, please contact us prior to purchase with sizing inquiries) Ring Width: 13.5mm (0.53") (top of rin...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k White Gold 1.03ctw GIA Old European Diamond Green & Black Calibre Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Width: 11.1mm (0.43") (top of the ring - north to south), 1.1mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 6.4mm rise off the finger Condition: Antique diamond.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 18k Yellow Gold 0.80ctw Old European Pave Diamond 5 Stone Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Width: 5.3mm (0.21") (top of the ring - north to south) - 1.8mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 2.5mm rise off the finger Condition: Antique.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Solid Platinum 1.46ctw Gray Cat's Eye Diamond Sides Split Shank Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Width: 8mm (0.31") (top of the ring - north to south), 10.5mm (0.41") (east to west, Prong diamond to prong diamonds), 2.5mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 6.5mm rise off th...
Diamond, Tiger's Eye, Platinum
Platinum 2.07ctw GIA Old European Cut Diamond Straight Baguette Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid .800+ Platinum - Stamped 10% Irid Plat Weight: 5.53 Grams Ring Size: 6.0 (fitted on finger, please contact us prior to purchase with sizing inquiries) Ring Width: 7.5...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Platinum Old Single Cut Diamond 7 Stone Pave Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid .900 Platinum Weight: 2.05 Grams Ring Size: 5.5 (Fitted on a finger. We can custom size this ring) Band Width: 2.5mm (0.09")(top of the ring, north to south) - 1.4mm ...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Handmade 18k Yellow Gold RED Mediterranean Coral Twisted Wire Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 11.22 Grams Ring Size: 5.5 (Fitted on a finger, please contact us prior to purchase with sizing inquiries) Ring Width: 21.7mm (0.85") (top o...
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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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