Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring

J Color Old European Diamond

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Antique Edwardian Platinum .56ct Old Cut Bezel Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Unique Old Round Cut w/ Unique Sparkle - Old European/Single Cut - Bezel Set - H Color - VS2 Clarity - 5.25mm - 0.56ctw (approx.) Materia...

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5.65 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Platinum Ring

By Shreve, Crump & Low

Located in Chestnut Hill, MA

Platinum 8 prong vintage solitaire ring consisting of 1 Old European cut diamond weighing 5.65 carats having a color and clarity of K/VS2 with GIA certificate #5141513999, the stone ...

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14K Yellow Gold Vintage Diamond Solitaire Ring, .25ct, 2.3g

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Ladies vintage diamond solitaire ring in 14k yellow gold setting. The diamond is an old-Euro cut, .25 carats, J color, VS clarity, very good proportions. The ring size is 6 3/4 and s...

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By Omega

Located in New York, NY

An elegant lady's wristwatch created by Omega, featuring 9.00 carats total of mixed shape diamonds including marquise and round brilliant cut. Set finely on platinum, this vintage wa...

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Marc Bouwer Old Hollywood Glam Black Evening Gown, 2000s

$595

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Marc Bouwer Old Hollywood Glam Black Evening Gown, 2000s

By Marc Bouwer

Located in Los Angeles, CA

If it ain't broke! A timelessly chic black evening gown by Marc Bouwer. Bouwer has been a favorite of red carpet sirens since the early 2000's. This gown encapsulates an era of Old H...

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Fine Estate 1.71 TCW Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Three Stone Gypsy Ring

$9,250

Fine Estate 1.71 TCW Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Three Stone Gypsy Ring

Located in New York, NY

Fine estate 1.71 TCW diamond and 14K yellow gold three stone gypsy ring 20th Century Unusual, attractive substantial 14K yellow gold gypsy setting perfectly complements the three bea...

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Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate old european cut diamond solitaire ring for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Platinum and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Making the right choice when shopping for an old european cut diamond solitaire ring may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Creating an old european cut diamond solitaire ring has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Single Stone, Hancocks and Antinori Fine Jewels are consistently popular. An old european cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also round cut and cushion cut versions for sale. When shopping for an old european cut diamond solitaire ring, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is an Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring?

On average, an old european cut diamond solitaire ring at 1stDibs sells for $8,500, while they’re typically $500 on the low end and $393,962 for the highest priced versions of this item.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

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.

Finding the Right Rings for You

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.