1930s Diamond Platinum Cluster Ring
Unavailable|$3,850
1930s Diamond Platinum Cluster Ring
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Handmade platinum mount diamond ring in a flower design. The center is bezel set with a round
Unavailable|$3,850
1930s Diamond Platinum Cluster Ring
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Handmade platinum mount diamond ring in a flower design. The center is bezel set with a round
Unavailable|$5,250
Georgian 2.0 Carat Diamond Rare Cluster Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
a flower in the taste of the period – totally embellished by 25 old mine cut Diamonds varying in
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Unavailable|$2,590
.60 Carat Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Tampa, FL
A very decorative vintage engagement ring featuring two round European cut diamonds weighing .60ct
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$14,500
Spectacular 9.05 Carat Diamond Rare Cluster Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
incredible 9.05 Ct of antique old mine cut Diamonds attracting and projecting brilliancy as a pool of light
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Unavailable|$5,880
Antique .88 Carat Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Tampa, FL
to a gorgeous G color, SI1 clarity Old European cut diamond. The 18K White Gold mounting is further
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian Diamond Antique Engagement Ring .40 Carat Diamond 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Tampa, FL
diamond Antique engagement ring featuring a .40ct. Apx. Old Mine cut diamond with I2 clarity (100% Eye
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$3,895
Stunning Art Deco .68 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Tampa, FL
An Art Deco platinum & diamond engagement ring featuring a .68ct. apx. European cut diamond of SI1
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Unavailable|$5,995
Vintage 18 Karat Gold, Sapphire and Diamond Ring, 1980s
Located in Bologna, IT
features a central blue cabochon sapphire, surrounded by six old European cut diamonds, for a total of more
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$1,316
Victorian Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Farnham, GB
A dainty Victorian flower ring. The sparkling diamonds are set in a silver mount on an 18ct gold
Diamond, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$3,220
Art Deco .60 Carat Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Tampa, FL
cut center diamond with I1 clarity (100% eye clean) and H color. The mounting is of superior quality
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$9,100
Antique 2.50 Carat Natural Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Tampa, FL
European cut diamonds. Notice the outstanding filigree! The gallery displays delicate scroll work, flowers
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Unavailable|$3,957
Antique 1.65 Carat Diamond 14k Gold and Platinum Ring circa 1910
Located in Goettingen, DE
yellow gold and platinum 29 old-cut diamonds with a total of approx. 1.65 ct, color HJ, si Ring head size
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$18,712
Rubellite, Emeralds and Diamonds Ring
By Sarah Ho
Located in London, GB
The Lily Rose Ring 18ct white gold, Diamonds 1.08ct, Rubelite 3.84ct, Emerald 1.36ct The Lily Rose
Diamond, Emerald, Rubelite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$2,500
Vintage 18K WG Diamond Engagement Ring 18K WG 0.50ct I-SI1 1930s
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A very pretty 18K white gold setting with approximate 0.50ct Old European Cut center diamond. I
White Diamond, White Gold
Unavailable|$6,079
Victorian Columbian Emerald and Diamonds Cluster Ring
Located in PARIS, FR
13 Old Mine Cut diamonds of fine quality, total weight approx. 0.8 carat, the ring also set with two
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$1,960
Art Deco .33 Carat Diamond Antique Engagement Ring 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Tampa, FL
. European cut diamond with SI1 clarity and G color. There are 4 flowers on the edge of the head of the ring
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$4,250
Diamond, Gold and Platinum Butterfly Ring
Located in Madison area, WI
shank, platinum head and flowers, 22k yellow gold stamen details, .57 carat laser-cut diamond butterfly
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, 22k Gold
Unavailable|$4,650
Starry Nights Diamond Ring in 22 Karat Gold, A2 by Arunashi
By Arunashi
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The chic contemporary brushed gold diamond ring is engraved with tiny five-petal flowers, each
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$4,375
Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
set old-mine diamond for circa 1.80 carats, and lily flower on the shoulders, mounted in yellow gold
Unavailable|$2,850
19th Century Tourmaline Diamond Gold Cluster Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
This mixed metal ring sets an array of old mine cut diamonds, with a round tourmaline center stone
Tourmaline, White Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique Engagement Ring .31 Carat Diamond and 18 Karat White Gold Art Deco
Located in Tampa, FL
An antique engagement ring crafted in 18K white gold and features a .31ct. apx. European cut
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$3,957
Art Nouveau 1.53 Carat Diamond 14K Gold Ring, Vienna, circa 1900
Located in Goettingen, DE
openwork ring head in the form of a three-part flower, set with three old-cut diamonds totaling 1.4 ct and
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Unavailable|$2,650
Adorable Georgian Diamond Emerald Daisy Ring 18 Karat
Located in Napoli, IT
.50 Ct old mine cut Diamonds set in circle as flower glowing with sparkle Adorable Georgian little
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$5,267
Citrine, Diamond, Pearl and Spessartite Gold Ring
By Sarah Ho
Located in London, GB
A Pear-Cut Citrine, Spessartite, Pearl and Diamond Gold Ring in the Wisteria Collection by the
Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$2,290 / item
Authentic Edwardian Diamond Cluster Ring 18 Karat Gold Platinum
Located in Napoli, IT
finger with powerful fire and sparkle Boasts almost one full Carat of rare old mine cut Diamonds - .22 Ct
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Unavailable|$3,450
Vintage Diamond and Sapphire 14 karat White Gold Ring
Located in Jerusalem, IL
, in the center there is a rectagularish 90 point old European cut Diamond. I color , SI2 clarity. The
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$5,537
Antique Edwardian Ruby Diamond Cluster Ring Platinum, circa 1915
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
rich, red 0.20ct Rubies and sparkling 0.20ct old cut Diamonds arranged in the shape of a flower. Ruby
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Unavailable|$6,580
Art Deco 1.20 Carat Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Tampa, FL
A beautifully designed Art Deco Antique engagement ring featuring a 1.20ct. apx. old mine cut
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$11,366
Rubellite, Ruby and Pink Opal Ring with Diamonds
By Sarah Ho
Located in London, GB
A Rubellite, Ruby, Pink Opal and Diamond Gold Ring in the Wisteria Collection by the Jewelry
Diamond, Opal, Rubelite, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Unavailable|$6,922
Vintage Opal Diamond Cluster Ring in 3 Carat of Opal
Located in Kendal, GB
in twinkling Old cut Diamonds with a larger Old European cut in the centre weighing approx. 0.12ct
Opal, Diamond, Gold
Unavailable|$7,450
Spectacular Victorian Shaped Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Wimberley, TX
, it is unusual that the eight (8) outer diamonds surrounding the centered old mine cut diamond are
Unavailable|$7,494
Art Nouveau Yellow Gold Diamond Flowery Engagement Ring, Unisex, 1900s
Located in Antwerp, BE
inspiration: flower symbolism Theme: Iris Material: 18K yellow gold Diamonds: One ovalish old cut diamond
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$14,989
Ultimate French Art Deco Diamond and Sapphire Engagement Ring, 1920s
Located in Antwerp, BE
ring Diamond(s): 18 old European cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 1.08ct. (colour and
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Unavailable|$2,550
18 Karat White Gold Diamond Pave Petali Flora Ring by Niquesa
By Niquesa
Located in London, GB
, sit perfectly upon a sweeping flower stem. Diamond Pave Petali Flora Ring by Niquesa - 18 ktarat
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Blue Sapphire and Diamond Petali Flora Ring by Niquesa
By Niquesa
Located in London, GB
duo surrounded by dew-like brilliant cut diamonds, sit perfectly upon a sweeping flower stem. Details
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Vivid Violet Color Change 1.05 Carat Moonstone .50 Carat Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
complimented with .50 carats of VS2 SI1 Clarity and H-I Color Old Miner Cut diamonds. Retail replacement on
Diamond, White Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$29,979
18 Karat White and Yellow Gold Parrot Tulip in White Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Bibi van der Velden
Located in Amsterdam, NL
stem has been cut. From whichever angle it’s seen, this ring delights. The Memento Mori collection is
Diamond, Moonstone, Oriental Pearl, Rock Crystal, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, W...
Unavailable|$3,548
18 Karat White Gold Emerald Petali Flora Ring by Niquesa
By Niquesa
Located in London, GB
-like brilliant cut diamonds, sit perfectly upon a sweeping flower stem. Details - 18 karat White Gold
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$1,950
Unique Early Victorian Era Black Enamel Gold Solitaire Bombe Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
solitary Old Mine Cut diamond gauged at approximately 0.20ct graded K-L color and VS1 clarity set within a
Diamond, Enamel, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$4,504
18 Karat White Gold Multicolored Sapphire Dalia Spinning Ring by Niquesa
By Niquesa
Located in London, GB
A majestic flower in bloom, with magnificently vibrant marquise cut multi-coloured sapphires
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian Turquoise Pearl Cluster Ring 9 Carat Gold Georgian Face, circa 1880
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
flower shaped cluster with a Rose cut Diamond twinkling in the centre. Turquoise are a lovely opaque
Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, 9k Gold
Unavailable|$29,979
19th Century Diamond Flower Pendant Brooch Ring
Located in Barcelona, ES
19th Century Gold, Silver and Diamond Jewel. Wearable as a pendant, brooch or ring Old European
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Unavailable|$5,376
Persephone 18K Rose-Cut Diamond Flower & Vine Detachable Dangle Earrings
By JeweLyrie
Located in Paterson, NJ
diamonds, hand set in JeweLyrie signature twist bezels, punctuated with small brilliant cut bezel set
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$99,108
Rarever 18K White Gold 36.39cts Rose Cut Diamond Flower Collar Necklace
By RAREVER
Located in London, GB
earrings and ring to complete the set. Rarever specialises in fancy and unusual cut diamond jewellery
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$38,811
Rarever 18K White Gold Rose Cut Diamond Blossom Flower 10.11cts Earrings
By RAREVER
Located in London, GB
the joys of spring. The 36 oval rose-cut diamond petals centred around 6 round brilliants are further
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$9,702
Edwardian Antique Natural Emerald and Diamond Flower Bangle Bracelet
Located in London, GB
gold is set with 28 old cuts handcut diamonds totalling approx 1.75 Ct and a lavish vivid green natural
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$19,200
10.51 Carat Princess-Cut Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Chandelier Earrings
By Butani
Located in Hong Kong, Kowloon
Handmade in 18K white old, Butani's earrings are designed with latticed princess-cut diamonds
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$19,059
18 Karat White Gold Top Rose Cut Diamond Floral Inspired Earrings Studs
By RAREVER
Located in London, GB
flower. The earring is crafted with 84 pear shaped Rose Cut Diamonds set in step setting to attain the
Diamond, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$8,108
Art Nouveau Diamond Opal Pendant/Brooch, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
cut (old mine) diamonds 0.70ct. Mix of old mine and rose cut diamonds in an 18 carat yellow gold with
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Unavailable|$8,108
Art Nouveau Diamond Opal Pendant/Brooch, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
cut (old mine) diamonds 0.70ct. Mix of old mine and rose cut diamonds in an 18 carat yellow gold with
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Conch and South Sea Pearls Necklace with Diamonds
By Sarah Ho
Located in London, GB
amidst the rose cut diamonds. Sarah hand-paints each design concept, dreaming-up alluring color
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$4,795
Blossoming Diamond, Emerald, and Sapphire Flower Engagement Ring
Located in Boston, MA
by a dazzling 0.75ct old European diamond, this ring features shimmering sapphire and emerald petals
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Unavailable|$3,495
Flower Shape Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum
Located in Boston, MA
dazzling 0.75ct old European diamond, this ring features shimmering sapphire petals surrounding the center
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Unavailable|$6,995
European Cut 1.02 Carat Diamond Emerald Platinum Floral Engagement Ring
Located in Boston, MA
ring is a high quality 1.02 carat old European cut diamond. Surrounding the diamond, are beautiful
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Unavailable|$2,295
Floral Filigree Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Boston, MA
European cut diamond this ring features exceptionally fine quality hand pierced filigree work and hand
Diamond, Platinum
Unavailable|$7,995
Antique Edwardian 1.14 Carat Diamond Platinum Solitaire Ring
Located in Boston, MA
1.14 carat old European cut diamond this ring also boasts a beautiful handcrafted mounting with
Diamond, Platinum
Unavailable|$6,995
Handmade 1.20 Carat Diamond Platinum Floral Filigree Engagement Ring
Located in Boston, MA
European cut diamond, this ring features fantastic high quality floral motif filigree work throughout along
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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