Ornate Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
Ornate diamond cluster ring, circa 1920. A platinum ring set with one central round old cut diamond
Vintage 1920s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Ornate Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
Ornate diamond cluster ring, circa 1920. A platinum ring set with one central round old cut diamond
Diamond, Platinum
Halo Engagement Ring. 1.70ct Old European Cut Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold I SI2
Located in New York, NY
: Old European Cut Stone: Diamond Jewelry Type: Engagement Ring Jewelry Style: Cluster Ring Color: I
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Vintage 4.50 CTTW Old European Cut Diamond Three-Stone Platinum Engagement Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
carats each. Adorned with 20 additional round cut diamonds to form a dazzling cluster. Ring Details
Diamond, Platinum
1 Carat Ruby Engagement Ring. Oval Cut Ruby Diamond Cluster Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Secondary Stone Weight: Approx 1ct Secondary Stone Cut: Old European Cut Style: Art Deco, Cluster, Floral
Ruby, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique 1 Carat Engagement Ring. Cushion Cut Diamond Cluster Ring Platinum I SI1
Located in New York, NY
Stone: Diamond Secondary Stone Cut: Old Mine Cut Jewelry Type: Engagement Ring Jewelry Style: Cluster
Diamond, Platinum
5.48 Carat Oval Cut Sapphire & 3.30 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
carats, accented by Old European cut Diamonds, weighing a total of approximately 3.30 carats. Size 6 3/4
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1.20ctw H/I SI2 Old Cut Diamond Ring Set In 14K White Gold
Located in Sewickley, PA
, structured design characteristic of mid-20th century style. The centerpiece features a cluster of old cut
Diamond, White Gold
Antique 19th Century Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
A 19th century old mine cut diamond cluster ring, set with seven round old mine cut diamonds, each
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Edwardian 0.50ct Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
This beautiful Edwardian cluster ring centres around a 0.50 carat old cut diamond. The diamond is
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Cushion Cut Engagement Ring. 2.70ct Diamond Halo Old Euro Ring Platinum K VS1
Located in New York, NY
and surrounded by a luminous halo of old European cut diamonds, enhancing its vintage charm
Diamond, Platinum
Elongated Cluster Ring. 0.60ct Cushion Cut Floral Engagement Ring Platinum I VS
Located in New York, NY
-inspired cluster engagement ring showcases a striking elongated antique cushion-cut diamond at its center
Diamond, Platinum
Pink sapphire and diamond cluster ring.
Located in London, GB
Pink sapphire and diamond cluster ring. Set to centre with a cushion shape brilliant cut natural
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold
Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold 0.78tgw Ruby and Old Cut Diamond Marquise Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian ruby, diamond, and yellow gold ring, comprising four round cut rubies, and eight old
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco diamond cluster ring, circa 1930.
Located in London, GB
Art Deco diamond cluster ring. Centrally set with one round old cut diamond in an open back rubover
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian 0.65ct Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
This delightful Edwardian cluster ring features a 0.25 carat central old cut diamond, surrounded by
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Floral Diamond Ring. GIA 0.70ct Euro Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite floral motif diamond cluster engagement ring showcases timeless elegance and
Diamond, Platinum
Chaumet Diamond Cluster Ring, French, circa 1935
By Chaumet
Located in London, GB
Chaumet diamond cluster ring. Centrally set with a round old cut diamond, J colour, VS2 clarity
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1.60ct Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
A beautiful 1.60 carat, transitional cut diamond takes centre stage in this cluster ring crafted in
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian 0.40ct Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
This unique twisting cluster ring dates to the Edwardian era. Four sparkling old cut diamonds take
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$10,960Sale Price|20% Off
1 Carat Ring. Antique Cushion Cut Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring Platinum I SI1
Located in New York, NY
Stone: Diamond Secondary Stone Cut: Old Mine Cut Jewelry Type: Engagement Ring Jewelry Style: Cluster
Diamond
Art Deco Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1925
Located in London, GB
Art Deco diamond cluster ring. Vertically set with two round old cut diamonds in open back rubover
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 0.35 Carat Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
The Minneapolis vintage engagement ring. Seven matched old mine cut diamonds are set in a cluster
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 0.50ct Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Hailing from America, this wonderful cluster ring centres around a 0.50 carat, old cut diamond
Diamond, Platinum
1.05ct Old-European Cut Three-Stone Diamond Retro Flower Ring in 14K Rose Gold
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
remarkable attention to details: Designed as a flowerhead, centering a vertical cluster of old-European cut
Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Antique German Ring 1.4ctw old cut Diamonds solid 12K Gold Silver ØUS8/ 3.6gr
Located in SE
German old cluster Ring hand - made ca. late XIX -early XX cent. with parts in solid 12K Rose Gold
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, 10k Gold
$10,160Sale Price|20% Off
Old European Diamond and Sapphire Engagement Ring. 1.20ct Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite ring showcases a captivating old European cut diamond at its center, weighing approx
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Victorian 1.04ct Diamond Double Cluster Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
carat old cut diamonds sit central to each cluster, surrounded by eighteen additional old cut diamonds
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1 Carat Oval Statement Brilliant White 18K Gold Graceful Brilliance Signature
Located in Mumbai, IN
single week; this $8500 1.00ct oval old-cut diamond cluster ring, with its adaptable brilliant white tone
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Deco Diamond Cluster Ring, Granat Bros
Located in Denver, CO
This Art Deco ring made by the iconic San Francisco jewelry firm, Granat Bros., features an Old
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 3.42 carat Diamond and Platinum Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning fine and impressive antique 3.42 carat diamond and platinum cluster style cocktail ring
Diamond, Platinum
Mid Century .99 carat diamond platinum flower cluster ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Mid Century platinum flower cluster ring features a luminous 0.99-carat old mine-cut diamond
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
1.05 Carat Old European Cut Diamond with Ruby Statement Ring in 18 Karat Gold
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
1.05 Carat Old European Cut Diamond with Ruby Statement Ring in 18 Karat Gold This articulate
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 2.00ct Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1930s
Located in London, GB
A stunning 2.00 carat, transitional cut diamond takes centre stage in this 1930s ring. The diamond
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 0.50ct Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
This beautiful cluster ring has a 0.50 carat centre stone which is an Old Cut. It is highlighted by
Diamond, Platinum
Floral Diamond Ring. 0.60ct Euro Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
This stunning floral diamond cluster engagement ring features a captivating old European cut
Diamond, Platinum
Diamond Halo Engagement Ring. GIA 1.60ct Old Euro Diamond Ring Platinum J SI2
Located in New York, NY
stone is a graceful cluster of additional old European cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.90 carats
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Victorian Inspired Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
One gorgeous old cut diamond is the centrepiece of this mid-century incarnation of a Victorian era
Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Nouveau 3.05ct Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This captivating French cluster ring from the Art Nouveau showcases a total of 3.05 carats in old
Diamond, Platinum
Kutchinksy ruby and diamond coronet cluster ring, circa 1970.
Located in London, GB
Kutchinksy ruby and diamond coronet cluster ring. Set to centre with a natural cushion shape old
Diamond, Ruby
Art Deco 1.20ct Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Central to this wondrous Art Deco cluster ring sits a glittering 1.20 carat old cut diamond
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold, White Gold
1920s Sapphire and Diamond White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
ornamented with a feature 0.69Ct Old European cut diamond, bezel set in relief to the center of the design
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Marquise Ring in 14K Gold with Sapphire and Old-Cut Diamonds
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
center, framed by a sparkling cluster of old-cut diamonds. The elongated marquise design, characteristic
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Victorian Silver Engagement Ring. 2.90TCW Diamond Cluster Dome Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Ring Size: 4.25 US, Resizable Metal: Silver Stone: Diamond Stone Cut: Single Cut, Old European Cut
Diamond, Silver
J. E. Caldwell Antique diamond Platinum cluster ring
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in London, GB
Antique diamond cluster ring by J.E.Caldwell. Set horizontally with three round old cut diamonds in
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Scrollwork Emerald and Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
, Platinum-washed Accents, Natural Emerald, Old Mine Cut Diamonds Metal Weight: 9.80 g Stone Weight
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
2 Carat Ring. Antique Old European Cut Dome Engagement Ring Platinum H VS1 1920
Located in New York, NY
, meticulously handcrafted in the early 1920s. At its heart lies an old European cut diamond, a timeless
Diamond, Platinum
Victorian 0.50ct Diamond Cluster Cocktail Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
. The centre of the ring houses a 0.50 carat old cut diamond surrounded by 7 rose cut diamonds. The
Diamond, 15k Gold, Silver
Georgian Rose Diamond Cluster Ring 1790's
Located in Firenze, IT
The oval blue enamel plaque with applied old brilliant, single and rose-cut diamond floral and
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel
Antique 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Ring, Circa 1880
Located in Napoli, IT
panel boasting a fine selection of 21 old mine cut Diamonds projecting white Diamond sparkle throughout
Diamond, 18k Gold
14K Yellow Gold and Diamond Cluster Cocktail Ring
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
14k yellow gold and natural mined diamond cluster ring. 17 natural mined diamonds on a swirling 14
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Victorian Diamond and Sapphire Cluster Ring, circa 1894
Located in London, GB
, an example of the excellent craftsmanship of the time. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Victorian 0.50ct Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring, hallmarked 1900
Located in London, GB
This Victorian cluster ring features hallmarks dating to 1900. At its's centre sits an old cut ruby
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Inspired 1.01 Carat Diamond Platinum Cluster Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Center Stone: Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Weight: 1.01 Carat Color: I Clarity: VS2 Accent Stone
Diamond, Platinum
Siam Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Cluster Ring, circa 1960
Located in London, GB
Siam ruby and diamond ballerina cluster ring. Set to centre with one oval old cut natural
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Art Deco 0.90ct Diamond Daisy Cluster Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This charming Art Deco cluster ring showcases a single 0.20 carat old cut diamond at its heart, rub
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Victorian ruby diamond cluster 18k yellow gold silver ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
romance and craftsmanship. At its center, an old European cut diamond is surrounded by a halo of softly
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Diamond and Sapphire Halo Ring. 1.10ct Old European Diamond Platinum Ring J VS1
Located in New York, NY
engagement ring, masterfully crafted to showcase an exquisite old European cut diamond at its center. This
Diamond, Sapphire, 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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