Victorian Ruby and Diamond, circa 1902
Located in London, GB
stones are claw set and the ring is hand made. Gemstone: Ruby Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.65
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Victorian Ruby and Diamond, circa 1902
Located in London, GB
stones are claw set and the ring is hand made. Gemstone: Ruby Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.65
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique Halo Ring natural Ruby Diamonds 18K Gold Platinum ØUS 6.75 /2.2gr
Located in SE
. Claw set natural Ruby of old European oval cut : Ø 3.5 x 3 mm x 1.8 mm deep / ca. 0.25 ct , color is
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Inspired ruby diamond platinum square ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Weight: Approximately 0.27 carats Accent stone: 38 old European cut diamonds Weight: Approximately 0.72
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Art Deco 1.00ct Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
matching pair of old cut diamonds. The unheated central ruby weighs 1.00 carat, whilst the accompanying
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
18KT and Platinum Edwardian Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Lynchburg, VA
carats. It is surrounded by 12 old mine-cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.57 carats. We also believe
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage All Seeing Eye Ring Ruby Diamonds solid 18K Gold ØUS7 / 2.3 gr.
Located in SE
All Seeing Eye Ring with chained shoulders featuring fancy Marquise cut natural Ruby 5.5mm x 2.75
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Late Victorian (c. 1880–1900) Ruby & Sapphire Diamond Cluster Ring in 18 K Yello
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
circles Gemstones: 1× old European-cut diamond (0.32 ct), 12× rubies (0.24 ct total), 16× sapphires (0.40
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Handcraft Ruby 9 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, IT
by artisans assembled with ruby,and old cut diamonds Ruby Total weight 1.50 karat Diamonds weight
Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 3.16 CTW Diamond Ruby Platinum Vintage Arrow Engagement Ring GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
with a pierced bombay surround bead set with old European cut diamonds Weighing approximately 0.94
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$3,880Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style Diamond & Ruby Engagement Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
old European-cut diamond weighing 0.68 carat, G color and SI2 clarity, set within a square frame of
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,519Sale Price|20% Off
Art Nouveau Style White Diamond Peridot Ruby Yellow Gold Cocktail "Snakes" Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Carats of White Old European Cut Diamonds. This Ring has a 0.50 Carats Peridot. This Ring has 0.08 Carats
Diamond, White Diamond, Peridot, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Si...
Art Deco Style Diamond & Red Pink Ruby Cushion Shape Halo 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
the Art Deco era! The setting features center 0.58 carats old cut diamond with rich red natural rubies
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian 18ct Gold Marquise Ruby & Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Braintree, GB
.1880s–1890s Main Stone: Natural ruby, approx. 1.00 ct, round cut Diamonds: 26 old European cuts, approx
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Art Deco Certified Unheated Burmese Ruby Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Art Deco three stone 18k Gold ring set with a round cut unheated ruby, weighing 1.14 carats and 2
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 0.82 Carat Diamond and Synthetic Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Ring Circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
-claw 18k yellow gold setting, is flanked by four Old European round cut diamonds. The plain ring
Diamond, Yellow Gold
18K WG Art Deco Ring with 2.13 Carat GIA Diamonds & 0.18 Carat Ruby Size 5
Located in New York, NY
white gold. Showcasing a stunning 2.03-carat Old European cut diamond, graded I color and I1 clarity
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$112,000Sale Price|20% Off
Victorian Era 1900 Ruby Diamond Ring NO HEAT
Located in Chicago, IL
GIA Certified 3.00 Carat Natural Unheated Ceylon Ruby and Old European Cut Diamond Halo Ring This
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1923 Halo Ring natural 0.6ct Ruby 0.45ct Diamonds 18K Gold Platinum ØUS5.5 /2gr
Located in SE
on this ring V7 = made in 1923. Claw set Natural Ruby of old European diamond cut : Ø 5 mm x 1.8 mm
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
$7,900Sale Price|20% Off
Gorgeous Platinum Burma Ruby & Diamond Deco Style Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
expertly bezel set amidst .80 carats of fine antique Old European and Baguette Cut diamonds (averaging H/VS
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage Burma Ruby & Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold Lotus GIA
Located in Montgomery, AL
; Lotus Report: 5564-1786 1 - 5.19mm X 5.75mm X 3.72mm Old European Cut Diamond; ST Color; VS2 Clarity
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.29c Carat Ruby and 0.60 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Trilogy Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
faceted cut ruby, flanked with an antique (circa 1900) 0.31ct and 0.29ct Old European round cut diamond
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1925 Halo Ring natural 0.5ct Ruby 0.3ct Diamonds 18K Gold Platinum ØUS8.25/3.5gr
Located in SE
set Natural Ruby of old European diamond cut : Ø 4.5 mm x 2.75 mm deep / ca. 0.5 ct , color is medium
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Ruby and Emerald Dress Ring
Located in London, GB
features a single round faceted old European diamond at the centre of an open face. This principal stone
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Platinum
Antique fancy Ring solid 18K Rose Gold 25 Rubies Diamonds US 4.75 /3 gr
Located in SE
convex surface is decorated with 25 pave set natural Rubies and Diamonds, all stones of old European
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
$2,280Sale Price|20% Off
Victorian 14K Gold Enamel Swallow Ring with Diamonds & Ruby Eyes
Located in North Hollywood, CA
black enamel on 14K Yellow Gold and set with old mine cut and rose cut Diamonds. Cabochon Ruby set as
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Enamel
Art Deco 1940s Retro Platinum & 14K Rose Gold 1.2tgw Ruby and Diamond Tank Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An Art Deco diamond, ruby, platinum, and rose gold ring, comprising one large old European cut
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Victorian ruby diamond 18k yellow gold cluster ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
glowing cluster of nine old European cut diamonds. The diamonds, totaling approximately 1.50 carats, form
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$949Sale Price|20% Off
Art Nouveau Style White Diamond Blue Sapphire Ruby Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Carats of White Old European Cut Diamonds. This Ring has a Central 1.10 Carats Blue Sapphire. This Ring
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow G...
Victorian 18K Gold Three Stone Ring with Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 1870
Located in Napoli, IT
, substantially hand fabricated in 18 KT gold, rose gold Centering 1 oval cushion old miner cut Diamond of approx
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique Diamond Pink Ruby Wedding Band. Diamond Eternity Band Platinum Links
Located in New York, NY
Ring Size: 4.25 US, Not Resizable Metal: Platinum Stone: Diamond, Ruby Stone Cut: Calibre Cut Style
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Trilogy Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
. The diagonal setting is further embellished with two Old European cut diamonds, totalling 0.61 carat
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Synthetic Ruby and 0.78 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Dress Ring Circa 1907
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
, embellished with twenty-four pavé set Old European cut diamonds. The pierced decorated, bifurcating ring
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Late Art Deco Platinum Burma Ruby and Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
is set in a gorgeous late deco mounting with old European cut diamonds and old cut baguettes and
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Art Nouveau 14k Gold Diamond Ring, Synthetic Ruby, Circa 1910, Unisex
Located in Chorzów, PL
diamonds in an old cut with a total weight of approx. 1.40 ct (SI1-P3 clarity, J-M color). The central
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
1929 Nordic Clover Ring solid 18K Gold 1ctw Ruby 0.5ct Diamond Ø 6US/ 2.8gr
Located in SE
. Two old diamond cut Natural Rubies of fine Red color ca. 4.5 mm x 1.9 mm deep / 0.5 ct each. Rubies
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum 1920s Original Art Deco Ruby & Diamond Plaque Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
rectangular design, elegantly set with three vertical rows of exquisite old mine-cut diamonds that sparkle
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage Diamond and Ruby Target Ring
Located in London, GB
in platinum and features a central old European cut diamond of Approximately 0.80 carats. The
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 0.65 Carat Diamond and Ruby Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
faceted old European cut diamond which is flanked on either side by a vibrant pinky red ruby. All stones
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Ring 0.2 ct Diamond 0.2ct Ruby solid 14K Rose Gold Silver Ø US5.25/1.6gr
Located in SE
A Ring from ca. 1920s - 1930s with the band in solid 14K Rose Gold decorated with old European cut
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Certified Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
Certified Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Ring A ring set with two Old European cut diamonds and one
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Art Deco Burmese Ruby and Diamond Ring in Platinum, circa 1920s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
old European and single round-cut diamonds, totaling 0.65 carats with I-J color and SI-1 clarity
Ruby, Diamond, Platinum
Burma Ruby Diamond Platinum Vintage Cocktail Ring GIA Certified
Located in Boca Raton, FL
by approximately 1.00 carat of old European cut diamonds in G–H color and SI clarity and ruby accents
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique Russian Ring Diamonds Ruby solid 56 /14K Gold Ø 8US / 2.5 gr
Located in SE
Russian Imperial period Ring with openwork shoulders featuring one claw set old oval cut Ruby and
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
1937 Ring natural Ruby Diamonds solid 18K Gold Platinum ØUS7.25/ 2.1gr
Located in SE
Art - Deco period three stones Ruby and Diamonds Ring hand- made in 1937. This design with secure
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring. Ca. 1910´s
Located in OVIEDO, AS
' shoulders that twinkle with 4 old European cut diamonds. Total diamond weight approx. 0.25ct. Total rubies
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Platinum
Vintage Mabe Pearl Diamond and Ruby Cocktail Ring
Located in Denver, CO
natural cabochon oval-shaped rubies and accented with a mix of twenty Old European and single cut diamonds
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian Style Synthetic Ruby and Diamond Ring of 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
vibrant synthetic rubies and sparkling old European cut diamonds, mounted in silver topped 18 karat gold
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique French Ring natural Ruby Diamonds solid 14K Rose Gold Ø 6.25US / 12gr
Located in SE
fused Silver clusters with old diamond cut natural red Ruby with open back / ca. Ø 5 mm /0.65 ct. Six
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Vintage Statement 1.23 Carat Diamond and Ruby Platinum Red Carpet Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
securely nestled Hand set 1.23 Carat Old European Cut Diamond. Surrounded by fine Red Rubies, weighing
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 4.67 Carat Burmese Ruby 0.86 Carat Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
with a baguette cut diamond, each accented with five encompassing Old European cut diamonds. The
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 1930s Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Unisex Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Old European round cut diamonds. The ring shoulders integrate with the main setting and blend
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K White Gold Diamond and Ruby Target Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
alternating rows of calibre-cut rubies (approx. 0.60 carat total weight) and old European- and single-cut
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
4.11 Carat No Heat Burmese Star Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Diamonds 1.80tcw; 4 larger old European cut diamonds approx. 0.80tcw and 50 smaller old European cut
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Platinum
$11,680Sale Price|20% Off
Rachel Koen 1.88Cttw Ruby & 1.07Cttw Diamond Cocktail Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
flanked with a marquise shaped halo of 12 old European cut diamonds weighing 1.07 carats. Diamond quality
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$3,760Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Diamond and Ruby Band. Diamond Eternity Wedding Band Platinum Links
Located in New York, NY
Ring Size: 4.25 US, Not Resizable Metal: Platinum Stone: Diamond, Ruby Stone Cut: Calibre Cut Style
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 18ct Yellow And White Gold Ruby And Diamond Target Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Beautifully with Old Cut Diamonds in a Bombe Stylised Setting Surround. Even The Under Bezel is Fabulous
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1900s 1.82 Carat Ruby Diamond Gold Marquise Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
color graded old cut diamonds. The antique gold ruby and diamond ring is a very good gauge of gold and
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 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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