3.67 ct Ruby, Mother-of-Pearl & Diamond Floral Drop Earrings in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Diera, AE
The rubies, pear-cut and matched in tone, carry a rich pink-red saturation that reads vividly against the pale shell.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
1.55 Carat Natural Loose Blue Sapphire Pear Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
As one of the "big three" gemstones alongside diamonds and rubies, sapphires hold a cherished place in both ancient lore and modern jewelry design.
Blue Sapphire
1.60 Carat Natural Loose Blue Sapphire Pear Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
As one of the "big three" gemstones alongside diamonds and rubies, sapphires hold a cherished place in both ancient lore and modern jewelry design.
Blue Sapphire
Natural Rubellite Tourmaline Pear Cut Vivid Red Teardrop Fine Loose Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Ideal for Fine Jewelry This pear-shaped rubellite is perfectly suited for: • Luxury engagement ring center stone • Statement cocktail ring • High jewelry pendant • Drop earrings...
Tourmaline
1.25 Carat Natural Loose Sapphire Pear Shape Gemstone From Madagascar
Located in Peshawar, PK
As one of the "big three" gemstones alongside diamonds and rubies, sapphires hold a cherished place in both ancient lore and modern jewelry design.
Sapphire, Other
Antique 2.90ct Opal 0.25ct Ruby and 15ct Yellow Gold Pendant / Brooch Circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The pierced decorated, six-petalled floral design displays a central feature claw set ruby, encircled with six millegrain decorated collet set pear shaped cabochon opals.
Opal, Ruby, Yellow Gold
1930 Russian Earrings Rubies 3.3 ctw Ural Demantoid solid 14K Rose Gold / 5.4 gr
Located in SE
Earrings measure 36mm x 10mm wide each. Each pear shaped Ruby measures 10.5 mm x 6.5mm x 3.3 mm deep/ ca.2.5 ct each 32 natural high - quality Russian Demantoids on this set of dis...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Elizabeth Taylor: My Love Affair With Jewelry 1st Edition Hardcover Book
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
That ring was later eclipsed by a subsequent gift from Burton, when he bought a staggering 69.42-carat pear-shaped diamond.
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Elizabeth Taylor: My Love Affair With Jewelry 1st Edition Hardcover Book
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
That ring was later eclipsed by a subsequent gift from Burton, when he bought a staggering 69.42-carat pear-shaped diamond.
1.28 Carat Pear Shaped Diamond Gold Double Heart Ring
Located in London, GB
A diamond and ruby ring, the ring in the form of a double heart, set with a pear-shaped diamond and a faceted ruby of similar shape, estimated to weigh 0.84 carats and 1.28 carats, t...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco ruby and diamond ring, the cushion-shaped ruby weighing 2.76 carats, accompanied by GCS report, stating to be of Burmese origin with no indications of heating, four claw-...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Late Victorian Emerald, Ruby and Diamond Twin Heart Ring
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian emerald, ruby and diamond twin heart ring, the ring set with two interlocking hearts, one set with a pear-shaped emerald, estimated to weigh 0.15 carat, the other wi...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver
Belle Epoque Pearl, Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A Belle Epoque pearl, ruby and diamond navette-shaped ring, the old cushion-cut diamond estimated to weigh 0.8 carats, vertically set between a white and a grey pearl, accompanied by...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$3,800
Ruby Ballerina Ring
Located in Sarasota, FL
Feel like a graceful ballerina with this stunning ring. 14K Ring with 0.88 carat pear shaped ruby Round and baguette diamonds weighing 2.10 carats Total Weight 6.76 grams
Ruby, 14k Gold
A Victorian five stone Burmese ruby ring
Located in London, GB
The ring features five mesmerizing unheated Burmese rubies of deep purplish red hue gracefully graduate from the centre, complemented by two pear-shaped rubies at each end.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Pear Sapphire Diamond Wide Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
The stunning ring features in the center an Oval Ruby a weight of 1,66 Carat, 4 Brilliant cut White Diamonds total weight of 0.20 Carat and the sides are decorated with 2 pear-shaped...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$6,500
6.95 Carat Pear Shaped Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This 6.95 carat pear-shaped ruby and diamond cocktail ring, is inspired by the glamorous Art Deco era.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Unavailable|$10,107
Adler Ruby Diamond Gold Ring
By Adler
Located in ALTRINCHAM, GB
Beautiful double pear shaped ruby and diamond ring by exclusive jewellery house, Adler.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$22,300
Ruby Edwardian Engagement Ring with Engraving and Pear Shaped Diamonds 'GIA'
By Concierge Diamonds Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An Edwardian style engagement ring with an exquisite combination of an oval ruby, pear shaped diamonds and engraving make this ring a thing of unique beauty with a jaw dropping cente...
Ruby, Platinum
Unavailable|$136
Ring with Natural Pear Shaped Pink Rubies
Located in Vadgam, GJ
"Blushing Beauty: Exquisite Pink Ruby Ring" Metal - Sterling Silver Indian ring size - 11 Ring weight - 2.870 Grams Gemstones - Natural pink rubies Stone Shape - Pear Total stones w...
Ruby, Sterling Silver
Unavailable|$4,374
14K Yellow Gold 1.50ct Pear-Shaped Ruby & Diamond Cocktail Ring, Size 7
Located in Holtsville, NY
This stunning 14K Yellow Gold cocktail ring showcases a 1.50-carat pear-shaped ruby with a vibrant red color and moderately strong saturation.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold 9.34ct Pear-Shaped Ruby & 0.17ctw Diamond Cocktail Ring, Size6.5
Located in Holtsville, NY
This striking 14K Yellow Gold cocktail ring features a stunning 9.34-carat pear-shaped cabochon ruby with a rich red hue and very slightly brownish saturation.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.57 Carat Pink Pear Shaped Ruby and Emerald Ring in Diamond Band and 18k Gold
By Zahira Fine Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
The three stones were designed to float on your finger. The 2.57ct pear shaped pinkish red ruby is a natural heated ruby from Thailand.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Invisible Set Ruby Pear-Shaped Diamond Floral Drop Earrings in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This sumptuous pair of earrings portrays cherry blossoms in full bloom flaunting consistent hue and transparency of rubies meticulously selected, cut and set without metal visible in...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$3,450
0.60 Pear shape Ruby with Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Bangkok, 10
Opposite the ruby, a pear-shaped diamond cluster is arranged in a sophisticated teardrop pattern, encircled by a delicate pave-set diamond halo that enhances its brilliance.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
2.41 carats of Pear shape rubies with marquise and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Bangkok, 10
Surrounding the diamond core is a radiant halo of rich, deep red pear-shaped rubies, meticulously arranged in a floral-inspired design.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Sparkling Toi Et Moi Natural Ruby and Pear Shape Diamond Ring in 18K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
The ring's design showcases the natural ruby and pear-shaped diamond in a graceful duet, each encircled by a halo of shimmering round diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Unavailable|$39,040
Handmade Unheated Mozambique Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Melbourne, AU
A handmade 18ct white gold ring set with a cushion shaped 3.08ct unheated Mozambique ruby, accompanied by a GRS certificate, set in four claws between a pair of pear cut diamonds wei...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$106,150 / item
4 Carat Pear Statement Ruby and Diamond Ring Modern Nobility Modern Classic
Located in Mumbai, IN
How the Diamonds Work Together on the Ring Seen on the hand, the approximately 4 carats of Ruby Red pear shape diamonds read as a single ribbon of light rather than individual pieces.
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$1,920
14 Karat 4.84 Carat Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14K rose gold ladies ring featuring 4.84 carats pear shaped Rubies and 0.60 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds.
White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Unavailable|$10,050
Burma Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Tal Barkel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Rubies and Diamonds appear to float above the finger in this contemporary cocktail ring. 3.61 carats of pear shaped pigeon blood, Burmese Rubies are blended together with VS quality ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$2,900
Ruby and Diamond Eagles Head Ring
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in London, GB
Set with a pear shaped Ruby eye and holding a Diamond in its beak and with raised feathers on the right shoulder.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$30,000
6.90 Carat Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
4.88 Carats of round and pear shaped rubies frame the 2.02 Carat Princess Diamond at the center of this ring.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$55,200
Natural Ruby GRS Certified Ring No Heat 4.51CT Pear Shape Diamonds 1.48CT
Located in New York, NY
The stunning gemstone exudes beautiful color with every movement, making it a true centerpiece. This magnificent ring boasts a remarkable 4.51-carat no-heat oval certified run elegan...
Ruby, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$31,595
Platinum and Yellow Gold Thai Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Naples, FL
This Lovely Platinum Ring Has A Sparkling Low Heated Temperature Thai Ruby Set In 18K Yellow Gold Weighing A Total Carat Weight Of 3.35 Carats. 2 Accenting Pear Shaped Diamonds Are S...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Unavailable|$10,283
18 Karat White Gold Gilin Ruby and Diamond Flower Cocktail Ring
By GILIN
Located in Central, HK
This gorgeous 18K White Gold flower ring featuring a 0.16 carat Heart shaped diamond and 7 glamorous Pear shaped rubies weighing 2.40 carat is surely your choice for Christmas!
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$51,213
Chatila 3.54 Carat Ruby Opal and Diamond Ring
By Chatila
Located in London, GB
Made from 18 carat white gold, this Chatila ring's play of color on the white opal is enhanced with a 3.54 carat pear shaped ruby in the center, as well as the scintillating white di...
White Diamond, Opal, Ruby, White Gold
Unavailable|$34,500
Platinum Ruby and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in Chestnut Hill, MA
Platinum vintage style three stone bezel set ruby and diamond ring with milgrain detail, featuring 1 round brilliant cut ruby weighing 1.99 carats, flanked by 2 pear shaped diamond w...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Unavailable|$24,000
Platinum Three-Stone Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Chestnut Hill, MA
Platinum vintage style three stone bezel set ruby and diamond ring with milgrain detail, featuring one cushion cut ruby weighing 1.21 carats, flanked on either side by a pear shaped ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Unavailable|$24,500
Platinum Three-Stone Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Chestnut Hill, MA
Platinum vintage style three stone bezel set ruby and diamond ring with milgrain detail, featuring 1 round brilliant cut ruby weighing 0.92 carats, flanked by 2 pear shaped diamond w...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Unavailable|$13,350
Ruby Eyed Yellow Diamonds and Sapphire Elephant Head Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The majestic elephant head showcases strength and endurance. This ring captures the essence of power, wisdom, and beauty in a harmonious dance of gemstones and design. 383 Round Yel...
Yellow Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$485,000
18k White Gold Burma Ruby GIA Certified Heated with Rubies and Diamonds Ring
By Avanti
Located in Carrollton, TX
Metal: 18k White Gold Ruby : 7.13 ct, Oval Cut, Burma, Heated, GIA certified Diamonds: 1.98 cts, Pear Shape Rubies: 2.20 cts, Pear Shaped Ring Size: 7 & can be sized.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$5,200
Victorian Marquise Shaped Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Oh so pretty and the perfect ring. The marquise shaped top is set with rose cut diamonds and pear shaped rubies and one rose cut ruby in the center The ring is 24 mm long and 8 mm ...
Diamond, Ruby, 15k Gold, Silver
Unavailable|$2,337
Ruby & Diamond Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Geneva, CH
This 18k gold ring features two pear-shaped rubies, surrounded by a cluster of baguette diamonds and smaller diamonds with total weight approximately 0,5 ct.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$10,010
18 Karat White Gold Sapphire and Ruby Floral Bypass Ring
Located in La Jolla, CA
The beautiful ruby flower has 5 pear cuts coming together with a pavè ruby in the middle.
Ruby, Sapphire, White Gold
Unavailable|$110,000
GA Certified 17.26 Carat Emerald, Ruby and Diamond 18K Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
The center piece is a rare 10.54 Carat Colombian Emerald, which is further highlighted by the red heart shaped Burmese rubies and the diamonds. Rubies - Heart shaped - 4.29Carats Di...
Emerald, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold
Unavailable
Burmese No Heat 3.31 ct Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Wimberley, TX
The rest of the mount is platinum with each shoulder embellished with a pear, almost heart shaped diamond with a total estimated weight of .85 carats (H-I color, VS2-SI1 clarity) for...
Ruby, Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
Ruby Solitaire Ring with Natural Round Diamonds, 14k Solid Rose Gold, Stackable
Located in New York, NY
14K Rose Gold- 1.75 grams Round Diamonds- 0.21 CTS Pear Shaped Ruby- 0.41 CTS Ring Size US 7 100% Solid Gold 100% Natural Rubies and Diamonds
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Platinum Tutti Frutti Diamond, Sapphire, Emerald And Ruby Cocktail Ladies Ring
Located in New York, NY
It brings life and freshness to the ring. **The Sparkling Ensemble: Various Cut Diamonds (2.36cttw)** Surrounding this gemstone ensemble are a multitude of diamonds, showcasing a bl...
Diamond, Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby, Platinum
Unavailable|$1,570
Faraone Mennella 18K Gold Ruby & Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Faraone Mennella
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
The ruby is natural pear shaped with nice color and clarity .25 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$14,151
Burma No Heat Certified Ruby Diamond Gold Platinum Ring
Located in ALTRINCHAM, GB
Certificated No Heat Burmese ruby and diamond ring; the ruby is a deep pinkish/red colour and weighs 2.0cts; it is claw set and surrounded by brilliant and pear shaped diamonds weigh...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Unavailable|$7,478
Retro 18 Karat Gold 4 Carat Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring, circa 1940
Located in Goettingen, DE
Retro 18K gold 4 carat ruby and diamond cocktail ring , circa 1940 Very distinctive cocktail ring, designed as a winding loop, completely set with ruby squares totaling 4 ct and...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Unavailable|$83,800
Elegant Tanzanite Ruby Diamond Cocktail Dinner Ring in Platinum
By Avanti
Located in Carrollton, TX
Indulge in the striking elegance of this custom-made tanzanite ring, a true masterpiece of modern luxury. At its center, a captivating oval tanzanite radiates deep violet-blue brilli...
Diamond, Ruby, Tanzanite, Platinum
Unavailable|$5,465
Certified 1.5 Carat Ruby Diamond Engagement Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Eleanor Ruby Diamond Ring features a beautiful emerald cut ruby surrounded by 6 beautiful pear shape diamonds.
White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Ruby Green Quart Diamond Accent Cocktail Vintage-Style Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Presenting you a gemstone ring, showcasing pear-shaped green quartz in the center, accented by diamonds and rubies.
Diamond, Quartz, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$36,400
Carved Citrine, Topaz, Ruby, Diamond Gold Enamel Ring
By William Llewellyn Griffiths
Located in Melbourne, Vic
Held by four 3mm x 2mm pear shaped rubies aloft ornate arches pavé set with a mass of sparkling white diamonds, the central citrine measures 17mm x 17mm x 12mm (approximately 20 cara...
Citrine, Diamond, Ruby, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold, ...
Unavailable|$3,144
14K Yellow Gold 1.92ct Ruby & Diamond Cocktail Ring, Size 6.75
Located in Holtsville, NY
This elegant 14K Yellow Gold cocktail ring showcases a vibrant 1.92-carat pear-shaped ruby at its center, surrounded by 44 Round Brilliant Diamonds totaling 0.12 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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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