Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Pear-Shape Diamond & Tapered Baguette Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A striking vintage ring crafted in rich 18K yellow gold, centered with a beautifully proportioned pear-shape diamond weighing approximately 1.16 carats.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pear-cut 1.00ct Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in London, GB
- Pear-shaped diamond solitaire engagement ring - 0.80ct pear brilliant-cut centre diamond (G / SI1) - Baguette diamond shoulders totalling approx. 0.20ct (F-G / VS2) - 1.00ct appro...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.57ct Pear Tsavorite Garnet & Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, US
A luminous celebration of color and elegance — the Noémie ring features a stunning 1.57 ct pear-shaped Tsavorite Garnet (sourced from Tanzania) as its centerpiece, held securely by t...
Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Pear-Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring, 5.09ct, 18K White Gold
Located in Deira, AE
Everything in this design leads back to one pear-shaped diamond. Its elongated outline rises above a smooth 18K white gold band, with the setting kept visually restrained so the ston...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$416,000Sale Price / set|20% Off
GIA Certified 9.01 Carat Pear Modified Brilliant Diamond Ring – Platinum
Located in Chicago, IL
Pear-shaped diamonds of this scale are increasingly rare and highly desirable among collectors seeking a bold yet elegant design.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
8 CT Natural Pear Diamond Eternity Band Platinum Crown Ring
Located in Westport, CT
An authentic handmade platinum diamond ring, circa 1940s–1950s (Retro). Set with 16 pear-shaped natural diamonds weighing approximately 8.00 CT in total, approximately E–G color and ...
Diamond, Platinum
Natural Diamond Bypass Ring, 1.77ct Pear & Marquise, 18K White Gold
Located in Deira, AE
Pear and marquise diamonds gather into a curved spray above a second, pavé-set line, which finishes in a single pear-shaped diamond.
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Natural Diamond Pear Wrap Ring in 18K White Gold 0.95 Ct Open Cuff Diamond Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Designed with graceful curves and brilliant pear-shaped diamonds, this open wrap ring brings together contemporary style and fine craftsmanship in a beautifully balanced silhouette.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
20.60cts Pear Aquamarine & Diamond Cocktail Gold Ring and Pendant Rindant
Located in Miami, FL
Captivating and full of life, this exquisite estate cocktail ring and pendant combo is designed to dazzle. Crafted in rich 14k gold, the centerpiece features a stunning pear-shaped a...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold
Pear cut Yellow Diamond and White Diamond 2.76 ct Contemporary Cocktail Ring
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This exceptional cocktail ring is a celebration of elegance and artistry, centered around a mesmerizing pear-shaped Fancy Intense Greenish Yellow natural diamond that radiates vivid ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
0.63Ct Natural Pear Shape Blue Topaz and diamonds ring
Located in רמת גן, IL
0.63Ct Natural Pear Shape Blue Topaz and Diamonds 14K White Gold Ring Product Description: Embrace the serene beauty of our Blue Topaz and diamonds ring, a ring that brings togethe...
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$4,571Sale Price / item|20% Off
Made to Order GIA Certified Engagement Ring Pear Diamond Cut
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Often jewelry with pear-shaped diamonds can be seen on actress Natalie Portman.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Exquisite Toi Et Moi Emerald and Kite Shaped Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Toi et Moi Emerald and Diamond Ring. This stunning piece showcases a 0.65 carat pear-shaped green emerald as the centerpiece, elegantly surrounded by a halo...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA 2.2 Carat Pear Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 18k White Gold
Located in South Pasadena, CA
This contemporary design prominently showcases a bright 2.20 carat pear-shaped diamond between a pair of round diamonds in an 18-karat white gold mounting boasting rich decorations e...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
4 Carat Light Yellow Pear Diamond Purple Sapphire Bubble Ring
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
A fresh take on the classic cocktail ring, this one of a kind design centers around a 4.30 carat light yellow pear shaped diamond with VS1 clarity.
Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, 18k Gold
Italian 18K White Gold Pear-Cut Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A striking vintage Italian cocktail ring crafted in 18K white gold, designed in a dramatic fan-shaped cluster that showcases exceptional artistry and movement.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
4.01ct GIA Certified Pear Shape Solitaire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Aventura, FL
This pear-shaped diamond offers a striking presence on the hand, combining classic sophistication with modern refinement.
Diamond, Platinum
$2,188Sale Price / item|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold Pear Shape Diamond Open Ring 0.76 Carat Wrap Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
This contemporary natural diamond open ring is crafted in solid 14K yellow gold and features a striking wrap-around silhouette adorned with a graceful arrangement of pear-shaped diam...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angara Natural Oval and Pear-Shaped Diamond Three Stone Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The oval diamond and the pear-shaped side diamonds are presented on a sleek reverse tapered shank.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
$600,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 10.3 Carat Pear Cut Diamond & Tapered Baguette Engagement Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This exceptional ring centers on a GIA-certified natural pear-shaped diamond weighing 10.3 carats, graded G color and VS1 clarity.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Angara Natural GIA Certified Pear-Shaped 4.16 ct Blue Sapphire Ring in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: Classic GIA Certified Pear-Shaped Blue Sapphire Chain Solitaire RingSeptember Birthstone Ring for Women: Blue Sapphire is the September birthstone and the tradit...
Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold
14k Yellow Gold 2.22tcw Pear and Round Shape Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This engagement ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold with a white gold head and features a pear-shaped diamond at center.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Halo Diamond Platinum Pear Shape Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Designs Collection Our latest design! An elegant Tiffany Blue Colored Pear Shaped Cabochon Natural Turquoise surrounded by beautiful diamonds in a halo setting.
Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum
Two-stone Pear shape white & yellow diamond cocktail ring, Gia certified
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
It showcases two beautifully matched natural Pear-shaped diamonds: 1.02 carat G color, SI2 clarity Pear shape 1.02 carat Fancy Light Yellow diamond Pear shape Both diamonds are GI...
Diamond, 18k Gold
14KT White Gold Pear Shape Sapphire and Diamond Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and timeless, this 14KT white gold ring showcases a captivating 2.09-carat pear-shaped sapphire, certified by GAL for authenticity and quality.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold
Sophia D. Pear Shape Toi et Moi Ring with Diamond and Ruby
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
A Sophia D "Toi et Moi" ring featuring a pear shaped diamond with an approximate weight of 2.19 carats and a pear shaped ruby with an approximate weight of 3.00 carats surrounded wit...
Diamond, Ruby
Natural Diamond Pear Shape Wide Band Ring in 18K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
This striking diamond ring showcases a captivating arrangement of pear-shaped natural diamonds totaling 2.46 carats, expertly set in 18-karat white gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold GIA H I1 0.65ct Pear Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage ring is crafted in warm 14k yellow gold and centers on a graceful pear-shaped diamond with classic appeal.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Full Pear Diamond Eternity Ring Gift Continuous Diamond 18k White Gold Band
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Full Pear Diamond Eternity Ring Gift Continuous Diamond 18k White Gold Band This ring features pear-shaped diamonds which are set side-by-side, specifically slanted.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,396Sale Price / item|20% Off
Full Pear Diamond Eternity Ring Gift Continuous Diamond 14k White Gold Band
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Full Pear Diamond Eternity Ring Gift Continuous Diamond 14k White Gold Band This ring features pear-shaped diamonds which are set side-by-side, specifically slanted.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Pear Diamond Three-Stone Ring, 5.04ct Total, 18K White Gold
Located in Deira, AE
A large pear-shaped diamond gives this trilogy ring its unmistakable center, with two smaller pears angled outward at the shoulders.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond Cocktail Ring, 2.23ct Pear & Baguette, 18K White Gold
Located in Deira, AE
A precise line of baguette diamonds runs through a fan of pear-shaped stones, giving this ring the character of a jeweled leaf.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Certified 4.08 Carat Pear Shape Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
*ALL OUR PRICES INCLUDE PREPAID TARRIFS & CUSTOMS DUTIES FOR USA CLIENTS.* A very uniquely designed certified natural 4.08 carat Zambian Emerald pear shaped, with 0.61 carats of pea...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Three Pear Shape Diamond Ring, 0.99 Carats, 18K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
The pear-shaped diamonds display exceptional light return through their brilliant faceting, creating a lively interplay of brightness and dimension across the ring.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$10,312Sale Price|20% Off
Platinum GIA-Certified Three-Stone Ring Natural No-Heat Burma Origin Pear-Shaped
Located in New York, NY
This elegant three-stone ring centers a pear-shaped natural ruby of Burma (Myanmar) origin weighing 1.70 carats, measuring 8.52 × 5.75 × 3.81 mm.
Ruby, Platinum
Natural Pear Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold, 2.44 Carat
Located in Deira, AE
Item Code: SER-29312 Category: Fine Jewelry Jewelry Type: Ring Metal: 18K White Gold Gross Weight: 3.88 Grams Natural Diamond Weight: 2.44 Carats Diamond Clarity: SI Diamond Color: H...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Natural Pear Diamond Three-Stone Ring, 2.79ct Total, 18K White Gold
Located in Deira, AE
Three pear-shaped diamonds give a familiar promise a distinctive outline.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Certified Pear Diamond Open Cuff Bypass Ring 14K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
HRD Certified Pear Diamond Open Cuff Bypass Ring 14K White Gold features two dazzling pear-shaped diamonds positioned on an open band.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond Floral Bypass Ring, 2.18ct Pear & Marquise, 18K White Gold
Located in Deira, AE
A flower-inspired ring makes a celebration feel personal. Here, a pear-shaped diamond is framed by a fan of marquise diamonds, while the open curve of the band continues into smaller...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Captivating Pear-Cut Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18k Gold
Located in Wailea, HI
Captivating Pear-Cut Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18k Gold Elevate your luxury collection with this stunning statement piece, featuring a breathtaking 1.28-carat pear-shaped ruby as its...
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
GIA 1ct Oval Halo Openwork Basket Cathedral Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Set in an elegant platinum basket setting, the openwork design elegantly showcases intricate pear-shaped motifs that enhance the ring's graceful silhouette.
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 1.2ct Oval Halo Openwork Basket Cathedral Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Set in an elegant platinum basket setting, the openwork design elegantly showcases intricate pear-shaped motifs that enhance the ring's graceful silhouette.
Diamond, Platinum
14k White Gold GIA Certified 4.02ctw Pear Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Make your proposal unforgettable with this breathtaking 18k White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring, featuring a 4.02ctw Natural Pear Cut Brilliant Diamond surrounded by 0.76ctw of Round ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Pear-Shape Diamond Gold Cluster Spray Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A lovely designed ring featuring a 1.00 carat pear-shape diamond in the center.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$239,992Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 8 Carat Fancy Yellow Pear Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This magnificent engagement ring features a stunning 8 carat pear-shaped natural fancy yellow diamond as its breathtaking centerpiece.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA 1.8ct Radiant Three-Stone Decorated Gallery Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, a stunning diamond ring, featuring a captivating center stone of radiant F VS1 weighing 1.8.
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 2.02ct Emerald Three-Stone Decorated Gallery Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, a stunning diamond ring, featuring a captivating center stone of emerald H VS1 weighing 2.02.
Diamond, Platinum
1.40ct Sapphire blue Ceylon pear shape diamond halo engagement ring 18ct gold.
Located in London, GB
This stunning engagement ring features a beautiful 1.40ct pear-shaped blue Ceylon sapphire as the main stone, surrounded by a halo of smaller sapphires and diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
Platinum Semi Mount Ring with 1.72ct Pear Diamonds Fits 13.2 MM 8.00ct++ GIA
Located in New York, NY
The setting is flanked by two stunning pear-shaped diamonds: one 0.75 carat with H color and Si1 clarity, and another 0.96 carat with H color and Vs2 clarity, both certified by GIA.
Diamond, Platinum
18 Karat White Gold, White Diamonds and Rubellite Cocktail Ring
By VANLELES DIAMONDS
Located in Mayfair, London, GB
Shield ring crafted in 18K white gold Diamonds GVS x132 = 1.905 carats Mozambican pear shaped cabochon rubellite = 10.06 carats
Diamond, White Diamond, Rubelite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pear-Cut Natural Diamond Cluster Ring 1.31 Ct 18K White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Deira, AE
Details:- Item Code: SER-29470B Category: Fine Jewelry Jewelry Type: Ring Metal: 18K White Gold Gross Weight: 4.45 Grams Natural Diamond Weight: 1.31 Carats Diamond Clarity: SI Diamo...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
GIA Certified 4.00ct Pear-Shape With Baguette Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Aventura, FL
Elegant and timeless, this exceptional engagement ring showcases a GIA-certified 4.00 carat pear-shaped natural diamond set in luxurious platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
$1,280Sale Price|20% Off
0.37Ct Pear Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Rose and White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The image you've uploaded shows a delicate and sophisticated ring, featuring a total of 0.37 carats of pear-shaped diamonds, set in a band made of 18 karat rose and white gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
$5,120Sale Price|20% Off
Ring Tapped with a Certified Pear Diamonds White Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
The certified pear-shaped diamond, weighing 0.43 carats and of an E color, is the center stone of this ring.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.87 Ct Natural Diamond Pear Diamond Bridal Ring Set 18K White Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Deira, AE
The engagement ring showcases a brilliant pear-shaped natural diamond at its center, gracefully accented by matching pear-shaped side diamonds that enhance its brilliance and create ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond Marquise & Pear Ring, 18K White Gold
Located in Deira, AE
The elongated marquise focal stone establishes the vertical line of this bridal design. Pear-shaped side details extend it across the finger, and small diamonds follow the curved whi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold Pear Diamond Bypass Ring 0.49 Ct SI Natural Halo Statement Ring
Located in Deira, AE
Graceful curves and refined brilliance come together in this elegant 18K Yellow gold bypass diamond ring. Featuring a captivating pear-shaped natural diamond surrounded by a sparklin...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.50 Carat Pear Shape Sapphire Ring. Moon Diamond 18K White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Sapphire Center Sapphire Weight: 1.50 carats Center Sapphire Cut: Pear Shape Secondary Stones: Diamonds Diamond Weight: 0.60 carats total Diamond Cut:...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
14kt White Gold .80ct Pear Cut Diamond Halo Ring, 18 Round Diamonds, 3grams
Located in San Diego, CA
Lovely 14kt white gold ring with a .80ct pear-shaped diamond (approx. weight) surrounded by an 18-round brilliant diamond halo.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 2 Carat Rose Cut Pear Diamond Georgian Revival Engagement Ring
By Belrose Estate Jewelers
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
The prominent antique rose-cut pear-shaped diamond weighs 2 carats and shimmers with a warm glow.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
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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