Late Victorian Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
old brilliant-cut diamonds, the one weighing 0.20 and the other 0.26 carats, both assessed to be of G
Antique 1890s British Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Late Victorian Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
old brilliant-cut diamonds, the one weighing 0.20 and the other 0.26 carats, both assessed to be of G
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Belle Epoque Pearl, Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A Belle Epoque pearl, ruby and diamond navette-shaped ring, the old cushion-cut diamond estimated
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
A Five Stone Ruby And Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
carat alternating with two old brilliant-cut diamonds weighing approximately a total of 0.30 carat, all
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century Diamond and Pink Sapphire Ring
Located in London, GB
An early 20th Century diamond and pink sapphire ring, the old mine-cut diamond weighing 1 carat of
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Ruby, Diamond and Sapphire Three-Row Ring
Located in London, GB
A ruby, diamond and sapphire three row ring, the three rings set with oval-cut ruby estimated to
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Style Five-Stone Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
old brilliant-cut diamonds and two round faceted rubies, the diamonds estimated to weigh a total of
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Demantoid Garnet and Diamond Double Heart Ring
Located in London, GB
to the centre of an old brilliant-cut diamond surround, with diamond-set ribbon bow surmount, the
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian Trefoil Pearl and Diamond Cross-Over Ring
Located in London, GB
with old brilliant-cut diamonds, estimated to weigh a total of 0.4 carats, all set to a gold mount
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
, surrounded by fourteen grain-set old European-cut diamonds, to diamond-set shoulders, diamonds estimated to
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
An Art-Deco emerald and diamond ring, the octagonal-cut emerald weighing approximately 2.1 carats
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Demantoid Garnet and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian Demantoid garnet and diamond ring, the cushion-cut green garnet weighing 2.05 carats
Diamond, Garnet, Platinum
An Edwardian emerald and diamond ring
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian emerald and diamond ring, the rectangular-cut faceted emerald estimated to weigh 0.6
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Turquoise and Diamond Double Heart Ring
Located in London, GB
A Victorian turquoise and diamond double heart ring, the two cabochon-cut turquoise each surrounded
Diamond, Turquoise
An Art Deco sapphire and diamond ring
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco sapphire and diamond ring, the oval-shaped cabochon-cut sapphire measuring 8.5 x 7.9mm
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Sugarloaf Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
2.7 carats, millegrain-set within a cluster of sixteen old-cut diamonds, estimated to weigh a total of
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Early Victorian Ruby, Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
An early Victorian ruby, emerald and diamond ring, to the centre two old brilliant-cut diamonds
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver
Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
A sapphire and diamond cluster ring, the square sapphire weighing approximately 0.65 carat
Diamond, Sapphire
An Art Deco Style Square Cluster Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco style diamond square cluster ring, the central old brilliant-cut diamond estimated to
Diamond, Platinum
An early 20th century marquise diamond cluster ring
Located in London, GB
An early 20th century marquise diamond cluster ring, the central old marquise-shape brilliant-cut
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Colombian Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco cabochon emerald and diamond cluster ring, the oval cabochon-cut emerald estimated to
Diamond, Emerald
Edwardian Hexagonal Shaped Diamond Panel Ring
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian hexagonal shaped diamond panel ring, the seven old brilliant-cut diamonds estimated to
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Late Georgian Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A late Georgian emerald and diamond ring, in the form of a flower, to the centre an octagonal-cut
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring or Bracelet
Located in London, GB
ruby is bright and lush, surrounded by a cluster of lively old-cut diamonds. The ring band features a
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
An aquamarine and diamond brooch by Hennell, 9x6cm, 55.9 grams
By Robert Hennell
Located in London, GB
14.73 carats, to five diamond-set drops of floral design, the old brilliant and transition cut diamonds
Aquamarine, Platinum
Art Deco Egyptian Revival Rock Crystal, Onyx, Diamond Necklace and Earring Set
Located in Narberth, PA
link, with a sparkling old European Cut diamond bezel set at the center, and matching filigree back. An
Diamond, Onyx, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Unavailable|$4,284
Midcentury 1.52 Carat Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Essex, GB
A wonderful cluster of old cut diamonds. The bright and very lively old European cut in the centre
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold
Unavailable|$7,450
Victorian 4.00 Carat Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Essex, GB
A magnificent late Victorian navette shaped cluster ring, set with an incredible 39 diamonds. The
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$5,175
Midcentury 1.18 Carat Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Essex, GB
A stunning vintage diamond cluster ring. The old mine cut in the centre is secured in a twelve claw
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$4,112
Victorian 1.41 Carat Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Essex, GB
A fantastic Victorian diamond cluster ring. The old cut diamond in the centre is rubover and
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Unavailable|$7,402
Victorian 1.55 Carat Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Theydon Bois, Essex
An impressive and unique Victorian diamond cluster ring. An old mine cut diamond – white, bright
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$4,071
Edwardian Ruby and Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Theydon Bois, Essex
old cut rubies and old mine cut diamonds. Colour – The diamonds are F to I. Clarity – All the stones
Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$6,031
Victorian Natural Pearl Old Cut Diamond Cluster ring
Located in Theydon Bois, Essex
). Cut – Old mine / miner cut diamonds. Colour – G. Clarity – VS1. Carat – Each of the eight
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$10,281
Art Deco Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring in Platinum
Located in Oxted, Surrey
Art Deco Diamond Cluster Ring. Set with fine quality Old Cut naturally mined Diamonds in a handmade
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Unavailable|$8,828
Art Deco 1.69 Carat Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Essex, GB
This sublime diamond cluster ring features a cushion shaped old mine cut in the centre which is
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Unavailable|$6,470
Victorian 2.00 Carat Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1870
Located in Essex, GB
A Victorian diamond ring of lasting beauty. This stunning old cut cluster features a clean and
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Unavailable|$5,757
Art Deco Natural Button Pearl & Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Theydon Bois, Essex
high white old cut diamonds – each one rubover and milgrain set in platinum – sit around the centre gem
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Unavailable|$4,208
Art Deco Pearl and 1.96 Carat Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Essex, GB
A stunning pearl and old cut diamond cluster. The pearl is a smooth, creamy lustre and is
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$6,635
Retro Natural Pearl and 1.18 Carat Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Essex, GB
displays an impressive lustre and sits in the centre of a fine cluster of diamonds. Four old mine cut
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$13,160
Art Deco 5.76 Natural Ceylon Sapphire & Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Theydon Bois, Essex
white old European cut diamonds atop simple, pared back “U” gallery. The slim shank splits at the
Blue Diamond, Diamond, Sapphire
Unavailable|$17,273
Mid-Century 3.64 Carat Fancy Cognac Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Theydon Bois, Essex
colour of which is emphasised by the ten high white old mine cut diamonds in the surround. All the stones
Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Unavailable|$9,047
Victorian 10.00 Carat Cabochon Ruby & 1.70 Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Theydon Bois, Essex
chunky D-shaped band. Noble and striking. Cut – Oval cabochon ruby and old mine / miner cut diamonds
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$2,104
Midcentury 0.65 Carat Cabochon Ruby and Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Essex, GB
A super lovely ruby and diamond cluster ring. The smooth, cabochon ruby in the centre displays a
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$23,030
Edwardian 10.44 Carat Natural Ceylon Sapphire & Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Theydon Bois, Essex
above a surround of eighteen high white and bright old cut diamonds. The finely hand-pierced gallery
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$3,961
Late 20th Century 0.95 Carat Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1980
Located in Essex, GB
Unreal sparkle in this diamond cluster ring. The old European cut diamond in the centre – weighing
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian 10.44 Carat Natural Ceylon Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Essex, GB
above a surround of eighteen high white and bright old cut diamonds. The finely hand-pierced gallery
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
Unavailable|$12,612
Art Deco 5.76 Carat Natural Ceylon Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Essex, GB
white old European cut diamonds atop simple, pared back “U” gallery. The slim shank splits at the
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
Unavailable|$14,558
Art Deco 2.32 Carat Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Essex, GB
What a magnificent Art Deco diamond ring. The bright and glowing old European cut diamond in the
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$10,761
Victorian Old Cut Diamond Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Stratford upon Avon, GB
An old cut diamond cluster ring in a classic Victorian cut down setting. The focal point of the
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$15,367
Art Deco 2.22 Carat Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1925
Located in Essex, GB
A top class, highly impressive Art Deco diamond ring. The old mine cut diamond in the centre
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Unavailable|$12,454
Art Deco 1.98 Carat Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1940
Located in Essex, GB
An absolutely wonderful Art Deco diamond ring. The old European cut in the centre is internally
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$2,488
Art Deco Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring 18 Carat Gold Platinum, circa 1920
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
A spectacular Art Deco cluster ring adorned with beautiful old cut Diamonds which are superb SI1
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Unavailable|$7,279
Midcentury 1.83 Carat Old Cut Diamond Platinum Cluster Ring
Located in Essex, GB
A undeniably impressive vintage diamond cluster ring. The 1.17 carat old mine cut diamond in the
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Unavailable|$5,500
Old-Cut Sapphires Surrounded by Cluster of Old-Cut Diamonds
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Three soft, Kashmir-like old-cut blue blue sapphires surrounded by cluster of old-cut diamonds
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$2,830
Victorian 2.00 Carat Old Cut Diamond Navette Cluster Ring
Located in Essex, GB
A wonderfully stylish Victorian navette cluster ring. A total of twenty-one old mine cut diamonds
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$15,936
Victorian 2.80 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Essex, GB
A Victorian old cut diamond ring of phenomenal beauty. At the centre is an impressively bright 1.50
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$10,281
Natural Diamond European Old Cut Cluster Ring
Located in Glasgow, Glasgow
Natural round brilliant cut diamond cluster ring. The central diamond measure 5.52 x 5.60 x 3.53
18k Gold
Unavailable|$9,424
Victorian Old Cut Diamond Silver Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Stratford upon Avon, GB
A fine example of a Victorian cluster ring, featuring old cut diamonds held in a silver cut down
Diamond, 15k Gold, Silver, 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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