1 Carat Old European Engagement Ring. Diamond and Sapphire Halo Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
This stunning ring centers a 1.00 carat Old European cut diamond in an elegant platinum setting, displaying an L color and VS1 clarity.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2.20ct. Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Made of platinum, this ring centers a sparkling GIA certified old European cut diamond that weighs 2.20ct.and is graded K color with VS2 clarity.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond Filigree Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond Filigree Ring. This amazing Art Deco old European cut diamond filigree ring is crafted in platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum and 1.40ct Diamond Ring. GIA Old European Cut Engagement Ring L SI1
Located in New York, NY
Era: Circa 1920 Material: Platinum Ring Size: 6.5; Resizable to any finger size at no additional cost This elegant vintage ring centers a GIA-certified 1.40-carat old European cut d...
Diamond, Platinum
$29,600Sale Price|20% Off
2 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This magnificent 2-carat Old European cut diamond solitaire ring is a quintessential example of antique elegance.
Diamond, Platinum
$45,000Sale Price|20% Off
2 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond and Sapphire Platinum Target Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite vintage target ring features an impressive Old Mine cut diamond as its centerpiece, estimated at 2 carats, showcasing a classic cushion silhouette and VS2 clarity.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite vintage ring showcases a dazzling display of diamonds, expertly crafted in gleaming platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Mine Diamond and Single Cut Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Mine Diamond and Single Cut Engagement Ring.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Platinum Old European Diamond Filigree Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian Platinum Old European Diamond Filigree Shield Ring.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Emerald Ring/Engagement Ring
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Material: Platinum Weight: 3.9 grams Gemstone: 1.35 cttw Natural Diamond Old European Cut Center stone 1.05 cttw G-H color, VS2-SI1 clarity Side stones 0.30 cttw Emerald Size: 6.75 ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique Edwardian 14K Gold and Platinum Old Euro Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 14K Gold and Platinum Old Euro Diamond Cluster Ring. This gorgeous Edwardian old European diamond cluster ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and platinum.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1.48ct Old Cut Diamond and Platinum Art Deco Vintage Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
Dating back to circa 1950's, this exquisite ring is crafted in luxurious platinum and features an impressive 1.48ct old European cut central diamond set in an open work, elevated eig...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum Filigree Dome Ring. Old European Diamond Ring Platinum HSI1
Located in New York, NY
This striking Lumier Ring features an old European cut diamond weighing approximately 0.30 carats, graded H color and SI1 clarity.
Diamond, Platinum
Retro Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Vintage Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old European cut diamond weighing approximately 0.35 carat - I color with VS2 clarity Set with tri-split prongs in a square form head and flanked by cathedral shoulders ...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Art Deco Old Euro Cut Diamond Ring 2.75ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Platinum Art Deco Diamond Ring with an Old Euro Cut center stone.
Diamond, Platinum
Circa 1920s Platinum .70ct Old European Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1920s Item Details: Ring Size: 5.5 (Sizable) Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 4.7 grams Center Diamond Details: .70ct, Old European Brilliant, F Color, V...
Diamond, Platinum
1.53 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
This elegant platinum ring from the Edwardian era, centers a sparkling GIA certified old European cut diamond that weighs 1.53ct. and is graded J color with VVS2 clarity.
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian Platinum 2.70ct Old European-Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in London, GB
- Edwardian antique diamond solitaire engagement ring - 2.70ct Old European-cut diamond (H, SI2) - Eight-cut accented shoulders, totalling approx 0.06ct (G-H / VS2-SI1) - Antique Ed...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Sapphire, Old Cut Diamond and Platinum Ring, 1.30 Carats
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco sapphire and diamond ring, with a central old cut diamond, weighing an estimated 1.30 carats, in our opinion the colour is I and our opinion of the clarity is VS, in a mi...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum Ring. GIA 2.10ct Old Euro Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Era: Art Deco Era, circa 1920 Material: Platinum Ring Size: 7, can be resized at no extra cost This striking Art Deco engagement ring centers a GIA-certified 2.10-carat Old European...
Diamond, Platinum
Circa 1930s 1.30ct Platinum Old European Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1930s Item Details: Ring Size: 6.5 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.9 grams Center Diamond Details: Weight: 1.30ct total weight Cut: Old European brillia...
Diamond, Platinum
18k gold and platinum ring with old-cut diamonds and cultured pearls
Located in Chorzów, PL
The ring features a central old brilliant-cut diamond weighing approximately 0.50 ct (G color, SI1 clarity).
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Circa 1920s Platinum .50ct Old European Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1920s Item Details: Ring Size: 6 (Sizable) Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 7.6 grams CenterDiamond Details: .50ct, old European brilliant, G color, VS Cla...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Euro Diamond and Sapphire Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Euro Diamond and Sapphire Shield Ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Platinum Old Euro Diamond Filigree Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian Platinum Old Euro Diamond Filigree Engagement Ring.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Platinum Art Deco Old Mine Diamond and Pearl Three Row Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Platinum Art Deco Old Mine Diamond and Pearl Three Row Ring.
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Old Mine Diamond Ring Platinum 2.05 TDW Vintage Engagement
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Old Mine Diamond Ring Platinum 2.05 TDW Vintage Engagement This vintage ring is made in luxurious Platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Old Mine Cut Diamond and French Cut Ruby Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite Art Deco ring features a captivating approximate 1 carat Old Mine Cut diamond as its radiant centerpiece.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond and Moonstone Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond and Moonstone Shield Ring.
Diamond, Moonstone, Platinum
4 Carat Diamond and Sapphire Ring. Old European Cut Diamond Ring Platinum K VS1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 4.20 carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: K Center Diamond Clarity: VS1 Secondary Stones: ...
Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Old-Cut 0.75 Carats E VS1 Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Ring
Located in London, GB
A vintage diamond ring set with an old-cut diamond weighing 0.75 carats, of E colour and VS1 clarity, in a four triple claw setting, with two round brilliant-cut diamonds set in each...
Diamond, Platinum
Diamond and Sapphire Floral Ring. 1.20ct Old European Cut Diamond Platinum K VS2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Natural Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 1.20 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: K Color Center Diamond Clarity: VS2 Seco...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Platinum 1.99 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Ring GIA
Located in Montgomery, AL
Centered around a breathtaking old European-cut diamond, this remarkable mid-century platinum engagement ring is gracefully crafted with delicate single-cut diamond accents along th...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique-Inspired 2.14ct Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The centerpiece is a stunning 2.14-carat old European cut diamond, prong set to maximize its vintage brilliance.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Edwardian French Platinum Old European Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian French Platinum Old European Diamond Engagement Ring. This gorgeous Edwardian French old European diamond engagement ring is crafted in platinum.
Diamond, Pink Diamond, Platinum
Antique Diamond Platinum Ring. Old Euro Cut Diamond Ring. Engraving Filigree
Located in New York, NY
This elegant antique ring showcases an elongated Art Deco composition centered by three bezel-set old European cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.40 carats in total.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Euro Diamond and Baguette Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Euro Diamond and Baguette Engagement Ring - GIA.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Old European Cut Diamond and Blue Sapphire Ring in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Antique old European cut diamond and blue sapphire ring handcrafted in platinum.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
1920s Art Deco 1.05 Carat Old European Diamond and Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
1920's Art Deco 1.05 Carat Old European Diamond and Platinum Engagement Ring Item Details: Ring Size: 6.5 Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 3.2 grams Center Diamond Details Shape: Old...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum 0.50ct L Vs1 Old Euro Diamond and Sapphire Ring
Located in New York, NY
This antique Art Deco ring is a refined and highly collectible period piece, centered by a 0.50ct old European cut diamond accented by sapphire in a crisp platinum setting.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 0.52ct Old European Diamond Platinum Ring, circa 1920
Located in Towson, MD
Embodying the refined geometry and timeless romance of the Art Deco era, this exquisite circa 1920 - 1935 ring is crafted in enduring platinum. At sits a captivating 0.52 carat Old E...
Diamond, Platinum
1 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring. Diamond Accent Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
"Other Details: Primary Stone: Natural Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 1.00 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Secondary Stones: Diamonds Additional Diamond Weight: Approxi...
Diamond, Platinum
.57 Carat Old European Diamond Mid Century Platinum Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Its clean Mid-Century design balances classic simplicity with understated elegance, making it an ideal choice as an engagement ring, anniversary gift, or treasured addition to any vi...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Design Old Mine Diamond Emerald Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A refined Art Deco-inspired ring crafted in platinum, centered with a beautiful 1.00 carat old mine cut diamond graded H color and SI2 clarity.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage Old European & Old Mine Cut Diamond Bypass Style Band Ring in Platinum
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
It comes with an appraisal card, verifying its authenticity and current appraisal value. Metal: Platinum Gemstones: Old European Cut, Old Mine Cut & Single Cut Diamonds Ring Siz...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum and 1.4 Carats Old European Diamond Art-Déco Ring, circa 1925
Located in Zurich, CH
This charming ring is crafted in platinum. Old European cut center diamond of circa 1.4 ct, L - SI2 smaller diamonds totalling circa 0.24 ct Ring size: 54.4 (EU) / 7 (US)
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum and Diamond Ring. 1.80ct Old Euro Cut and Sapphire Ring J VS1
Located in New York, NY
Era: Art Deco Era Material: Platinum Ring Size: Resizable to any finger size at no extra cost The centerpiece of this elegant antique engagement ring is a 1.80-carat old European cu...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1920s Antique Old European Cut Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
1920s Antique Old european cut diamond engagement ring in platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
1ct Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring. Baguette Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
"Other Details: Primary Stone: Natural Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 1.00 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Secondary Stones: Diamonds Additional Diamond Weight: Approxi...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum 1.69 Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Braintree, GB
An Art Deco cluster ring crafted in platinum, centred with a 1.69 carat old oval cut diamond, surrounded by a halo of twelve old cut round diamonds.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Old European Diamond Filigree Ring. 1ct Diamond Platinum Ring K VS1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 1.00 carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: K Center Diamond Clarity: VS1 Secondary Stones: D...
Diamond, Platinum
1.95 Carat Old European and Circular Brilliant Diamond Platinum Art Deco Ring
Located in New York, NY
Title: 1.95 Carat Old European Cut F VS1 and Circular Brilliant Cut L SI1 Diamond Platinum Art Deco Ring Style: Art Deco Metal: Platinum Gemstone 1: 0.95 Carat Diamond Number of Ston...
Diamond, Platinum
1.22 Carat Circular Brilliant and Old European Diamond Platinum Art Deco Ring
Located in New York, NY
Title: 1.22 Carat Circular Brilliant Cut J VVS2 and Old European Cut J SI1 Diamond Platinum Art Deco Ring Style: Art Deco Metal: Platinum Gemstone 1: 0.17 Carat Diamond Number of Sto...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Old Mine, Baguette and Round Diamond Bypass Cocktail Ring in Platinum
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 6.75 A timeless symbol of elegance and romance, this exquisite cocktail ring showcases a stunning old mine-cut diamond at its center, set in luminous platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 3.12 carat Old European cut diamond platinum engagement ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
With its impressive GIA-certified 3.12 carat old European cut diamond, warm vintage character, and elegant platinum setting, this engagement ring is a meaningful choice for someone w...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 3.12 carat Old European cut diamond platinum engagement ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
With its impressive GIA-certified 3.12 carat old European cut diamond, warm vintage character, and elegant platinum setting, this engagement ring is a meaningful choice for someone w...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Platinum 0.30ct Old Euro Diamond Filigree Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite example of early 20th-century craftsmanship, this antique platinum engagement ring showcases a sparkling 0.30-carat Old European cut diamond nestled within an intricatel...
Diamond, Palladium, Platinum
$18,400Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 2.05 Carat Old Cut Diamond Ring In Platinum.
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful vintage diamond ring centered by an impressive 2.05 old cut diamond, showcasing the distinctive charm and character of antique diamond cutting.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Deco Platinum Pearl & Old Erou cut Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Measuring 16mm wide and 10mm high, this classic design captures the romance and craftsmanship of a bygone era. Details Metal: Platinum Center Stone: 9mm Cultured Pearl Diamonds: Appr...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 14k Gold and Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Ring, circa 1940s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
It is stamped 14k PLAT, confirming the use of 14k gold and platinum. The wide yellow gold shank, raised platinum diamond plaque, and antique diamond cuts give the ring a bold profile...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 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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