Edwardian 5.02 carat old cut diamond solitaire ring, circa 1910.
Located in London, GB
Edwardian 5.02 carat old cut diamond solitaire ring. Set with a round old cut diamond, K colour
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Solitaire Rings
Diamond
Edwardian 5.02 carat old cut diamond solitaire ring, circa 1910.
Located in London, GB
Edwardian 5.02 carat old cut diamond solitaire ring. Set with a round old cut diamond, K colour
Diamond
Antique Circa 1900s Handcrafted 18k Gold Natural Old Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
Natural Old Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring In very good condition. Total weight is 3.5 grams. Totally is
Diamond, 18k Gold
Georgian Inspired 2.65ct Old Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring in 18k Gold
Located in London, GB
A sparkly Georgian inspired old cut diamond solitaire ring. The ring is solely set with a 2.65
Diamond, 18k Gold
1.09 Carat Old Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a lovely antique diamond solitaire ring featuring a single multi pointed claw set old cut
Diamond, Platinum
Old cut diamond solitaire ring, English, circa 1920.
Located in London, GB
Old cut diamond solitaire ring. Set to centre with a round old cut diamond, D colour, SI1 clarity
Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Old Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 6.5 grams. Totally is diamond 0.76 ct. The diamond is has H
Diamond, 18k Gold
$1,264Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Circa 1900s Handcrafted 14k Gold Natural Old Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 2.3 grams. Totally is diamond 0.20 ct. The diamond is has G
Diamond, 14k Gold
1.75 Carat Old Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a beautiful and classic diamond engagement ring. The old European cut diamond sits in
Diamond, Platinum
0.65 Carat Old Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have an charming diamond solitaire ring. This piece has been crafted from recycled antique
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 5.50ct Old Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring in 18k Gold and Platinum
Located in London, GB
A beautiful antique 5.50ct old cut diamond solitaire ring set in 18k yellow gold and platinum The
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Certified 7.01 Carat Old Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring in Yellow Gold
Located in London, England
A truly remarkable certified old cut diamond single solitaire ring set in 18k yellow gold. The
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Circa 1900s Handcrafted 18k Gold Natural Old Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 4.1 grams. Totally is diamond 0.20 carat. The diamond is
Diamond, 18k Gold
1930s Diamond and White Gold Platinum Set Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 1930s 0.83 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold, platinum set solitaire ring
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, White Gold
1900s Antique 1.14 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
representation of this stunning Old cut diamond solitaire ring. Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Colour J Clarity
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1.05 Carat Diamond and White Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
four claw set 1.05Ct Old European round cut diamond. The elevated, tapering and pierced decorated ring
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1.09 Carat Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring Circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
decorated basket style setting displays a claw set 1.09ct Old European round cut diamond. The tapering ring
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Victorian Old Mine-Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Denver, CO
This stunning Victorian era solitaire engagement ring features an Old Mine-cut center stone
Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.50 Carat Old Cut Diamond Solitaire Twist Ring
Located in London, GB
This is an Art Deco diamond solitaire twist ring. The ring features a central old cut diamond which
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique old mine cut diamond solitaire 14k gold ring centered with 1 old mine cut diamond with an
Diamond, 14k Gold
Gold solitaire ring with old-cut diamond 0.80 ct.
Located in ChorzĂłw, PL
Gold solitaire ring with old-cut diamond 0.80 ct. Gold ring made of 14-karat yellow gold (0.585
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique 3.07 carats Old Mine Cut diamond solitaire ring
Located in PARIS, FR
3.07 carat Old Mine Cut diamond solitaire ring Solitaire ring in 18k gold (750°/°°) and platinum
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond Russian Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique Russian diamond solitaire ring centered with 1 old mine cut diamond with an estimate weight
Diamond, 14k Gold
Victorian 0.90 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Denver, CO
This antique Victorian engagement ring showcases an Old Mine-cut diamond measuring approximately
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Old European Cut Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous ring holds a 90pt old European cut diamond which is G/H colour VS I. The diamond is
Diamond, Platinum
TVJ 0.94 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a beautiful diamond solitaire ring. The ring has been crafted from a combination of
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique solitaire ring centered with 1 old mine cut diamond messurments 5.55Ă—4.6mm H color white
$1,988Sale Price|27% Off
Antique Platinum 0.68ctw Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Stone(s): (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - Prong Set - VS1 Clarity - I Color
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond Enamel Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique Russian blue guilloche enamel ring centered with diamond diameter of 5mm estimate weight
Diamond, 14k Gold
1.17 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Solitaire Gypsy Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Monica, CA
A bold solitaire gypsy engagement ring with a 1.17 carat old mine cut diamond from the estate fine
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.88 Old Mine Cut Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Style Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
This platinum ring is an estate piece. This solitaire style ring features an antique Old Mine cut
White Diamond, Platinum
4.62 carat GIA Cert old cut diamond Platinum Solitaire Ring
Located in London, GB
Solitaire old cut diamond ring with diamond set shoulders. Set centrally with a round old cut
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 0.96 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Denver, CO
A radiant Old European-cut diamond weighing approximately 0.96 carats, I color SI1 clarity
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro 1.50 Ct Old European Cut Diamond VVS Solitaire Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This outstanding Retro Diamond solitaire ring is 1940/45 ca It has been substantially hand crafted
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Yellow Gold 0.40ct Old Euro Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Understated and romantic, this antique solitaire engagement ring features a luminous old European
Diamond, Gold
4.51 carat old cut diamond flanked solitaire ring, French, circa 1940.
Located in London, GB
4.51 carat old cut diamond flanked solitaire ring. Set to centre with a round old cut diamond, Q-R
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian 0.40ct Old Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
This lovely Edwardian era engagement ring features a 0.40 carat old cut diamond. It is set within
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Platinum 3.3ct Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This ring is a gorgeous antique diamond solitaire ring. The center stone is about 3.3-3.5ct Old
Diamond, Platinum
Victorian .55 Ct Old Mine Cut Diamond Rare Solitaire Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
decorated with heavy 18 KT solid gold mount centrally set with an Old mine cut Diamond of .55 CT rated as G
Diamond, 18k Gold
1920s Old Cut 4.01 Carat Diamond Solitaire Ring with Diamond Set Shoulders
Located in London, GB
Solitaire old cut diamond ring with diamond set shoulders. Set to centre with a round old cut
Diamond, Platinum
Bespoke 3.51 Ct. GIA Old Mine Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Victorian Revival Style 3.51 Ct. Old Mine Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring from Bespoke by
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Gold New Made Natural Old Cut Diamond Decorated Solitaire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
has diamond I color and Pique1 clarity. Ring size is US 6.7 (We offer free resizing) We can make any
Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Vintage Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old European cut diamond weighing approximately 0.60 carat - H color with VS2 clarity
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique 14k gold solitair ring in open work setting centered with 1 old mine cut diamond estimate
New Made 18k Gold Natural Old Cut Diamond Decorated Solitaire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 2.7 grams. Totally is diamond 0.30 ct. The diamond is has G
Diamond, 18k Gold
Old solitaire ring with a diamond in an old brilliant cut weighing 0.20 ct.
Located in ChorzĂłw, PL
Old solitaire ring with a diamond in an old brilliant cut weighing 0.20 ct. Czechoslovakia 1930s
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum Filigree Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Old European cut diamond (color: H-I, clarity: SI) at its center and pave set with 14 graduated round
Diamond, Platinum
New Made 18k Gold Natural Old Cut Diamond Onyx Decorated Solitaire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
New Made 18k Gold Natural Old Cut Diamond Onyx Decorated Solitaire Ring In very good condition
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Old cut diamond solitaire art deco engagement ring 18k yellow gold
By Unbranded
Located in London, GB
0.40ct Old cut diamond round shaped solitaire antique style engagement ring in 18ct yellow gold
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond Gold Solitaire Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Vintage Art Deco Diamond Solitaire Ring. Centering a Hand set
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Old Cut Diamond Belcher Solitaire Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique diamond, and yellow gold ring, set with one old cut diamond, set in 18 karat yellow gold
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$176,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified Old Mine 4.7 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This elegant solitaire engagement ring features a magnificent 4.7 carat natural antique cushion
Diamond, White Diamond
$93,806Sale Price|47% Off
18 Karat Gold 7.15 Carat Solitaire Diamond Old European Cut Ring
Located in Firenze, FI
A classic old european cut diamond and 18k white gold , set with a magnificent bright and lively
Diamond, Gold
Antique Victorian 18K Gold Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire Belcher Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique diamond, and yellow gold ring, comprising one old European cut diamond, in 18 karat
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 18K Gold 0.35ct Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire Belcher Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique diamond, and yellow gold ring, comprising one old European cut diamond, in 18 karat
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Old Mine Diamond Solitaire Ring, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
Old mine diamond solitaire ring. Set centrally with a cushion shape old mine diamond, L colour, SI2
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 0.20 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Solitaire Ring
Located in Boston, MA
An Art Deco period filigree work diamond engagement ring. Centered by a 0.25 carat old European
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA 17.91 Carat Old Cushion Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA certified 17.91 carat Old Cushion Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring in Platinum Old Cushion Diamond
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.Â
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs. Â
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.Â
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.Â
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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