1950s J.E. Caldwell Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in London, GB
Ruby and diamond ring by J.E.Caldwell & Co. Set with twenty round old cut natural unenhanced Burmese rubies in open back claw settings with a combined approximate weight of 2.00 cara...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Mid Century Platinum 0.55ct Diamond Swirl Ring, 1950s Design
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Mid Century platinum ring highlights three round brilliant cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.55 carats, each showcasing crisp G-H color and VS clarity.
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Platinum 1950s 1.90 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Boston, MA
A quintessential jewel from a celebrated era, this breathtaking vintage engagement ring dates back to the iconic 1950s. The show-stopping centerpiece is a magnificent 1.90 carat Euro...
Diamond, Platinum
1950s Vintage Diamond Wedding Band in Platinum
Located in Santa Monica, CA
This genuine 1950s vintage diamond wedding band is a beautiful piece from our fine estate jewelry collection at Bracken Jewelers in Santa Monica, California.
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Art Deco Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 0.50 carat diamond and platinum Art Deco ring; part of our diverse range of Art Deco jewelry/jewelry. This impressive Art Deco diamond cocktail ring ha...
Diamond, Platinum
1950s Art Deco Engagement Ring – 1.25ct Round Diamonds Geometric Design Platinum
Located in Santa Monica, CA
From our vintage antique fine jewelry collection, curated by Todd Bracken. - Era: 1950s, Art Deco influence - Center Diamond: 1.00ct round brilliant cut - Side Diamonds: 6 round dia...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Platinum 1950's Old Transitional Cut Engagement Ring .50cts VEG#79
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Description: Here we have an absolutely Royal looking engagement ring. The center diamond is ultra white and clean, with a transitional old cut center diamond. The design of th...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum Portuguese 1940s/1950s
Located in Lisbon, PT
Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum, by Portuguese goldsmith Carlos Joaquim Xavier, 1940s/1950s.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1950s Vintage Diamond Platinum 3.3mm Wedding Band
Located in Santa Monica, CA
This genuine 1950s vintage diamond wedding band features 6 diamonds totaling 0.30cttw (VS1, H) in a platinum fishtail setting with a knife-edge shank. It measures 3.3mm at its widest...
Diamond, Platinum
1950s GIA 11.62ctw Natural UNTREATED Green Jade JADEITE Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Presenting a True Jewel: Mid-century The "Verdant Aura" Vintage Platinum Natural UNTREATED Green Jade JADEITE & Diamond Ring Discover an extraordinary creation that transcends ordin...
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
$1,952Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Platinum and Diamond Engagement Ring, Circa 1950s, 0.56ct
Located in Towson, MD
This delightful circa 1950s vintage platinum and diamond engagement ring features a center approximately 0.56 carat modern brilliant-cut diamond with G - H color grade and SI1 - SI2 ...
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-Century 1950s, 1.79 Ctw Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Vintage Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
G to J in color with SI clarity. Stamped for platinum. Circa: 1950's. Ring size: 7 1/4 and sizable.
Diamond, Platinum
1950s Platinum Vintage Sapphire & Diamond Swirl Cocktail Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1950s Item Details: Ring Size: 7.25 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 6.1 grams Diamond Details: .30ct total weight, natural diamonds, E-F Color, VS Clarity...
Platinum
Vintage Platinum Engagement Ring with 3.46ct Transitional Cut Diamond, 1950s
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Circa 1950's. This gorgeous engagement ring has a large 3.46 carat transitional cut diamond center and a unique halo of baguettes and old european cut round diamonds.
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Old European Brilliant Diamond Spiral Bombe Cocktail Ring Platinum
Located in Lisbon, PT
A vintage Old European brilliant-cut diamond spiraled bombe cocktail ring in platinum, Portuguese, 1950s.
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-Century White Pearl Diamond Platinum Portuguese 1950s-1960s Cocktail Ring
Located in Lisbon, PT
Mid-Century Pearl and Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum, Portuguese, 1950s-1960s.
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
$6,840Sale Price|42% Off
1950s Platinum Toi Et Moi Engagement Ring, 2.02ctw Diamond, VVS1-VVS2
Located in Towson, MD
This 1950s Toi Et Moi ring boasts two modern brilliant-cut diamonds weighing 1.71 carats total with VVS1 - VVS2 clarity grade and G - H color grade, prong set in platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Diamond and Pearl Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The subtle scrolling twist designed tapering shoulders integrate seamlessly into the plain platinum shank. This 1950s ring is supplied with an independent diamond grading certificat...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Mid-Century Precious Opal Diamond Platinum French 1950s-1960s Cocktail Ring
Located in Lisbon, PT
French Mid-Century Detachable Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring, Platinum, circa 1950s–1960s.
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Leitão & Irmão Mid-Century Emerald Diamond Cocktail Ring Platinum 1950s-1960s
Located in Lisbon, PT
Leitão & Irmão Mid-Century Emerald and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring, Portugal, 1950s–1960s, in Original Case.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1950s Platinum Full Eternity Ring with 0.27ct Diamonds, Size M½
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive full diamond eternity ring has been crafted in platinum.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Mid Century Platinum Cocktail Ring with 0.50ct Asscher Diamond, 1950s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Mid Century platinum ring centers on a crisp 0.50 carat Asscher cut diamond, prized for its stepped facets and VS1 clarity.
Diamond, Platinum
1950s Diamond and Yellow Gold Platinum Set Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 0.86 carat diamond and 14 karat yellow gold, platinum set vintage cocktail ring; part of our diverse diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Mid-Century Star Ruby Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring Platinum 1950s 1960s
Located in Lisbon, PT
Mid-Century Star Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring in Platinum, circa 1950s–1960s.
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Sapphire and Emerald Diamond and Platinum Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 0.47 carat sapphire and 0.50 carat emerald, 0.77 carat diamond and platinum twist ring; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry and estate jewelry collections. Th...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum
1950s 2.03 Carat Solitaire Old Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in London, GB
Solitaire old cut diamond ring. Set with a round old cut diamond, F colour, VS2 clarity, with an approximate weight of 2.03 carats, in an open back four claw setting, to a structured...
Diamond, Platinum
French, 1950s Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Platinum Wire Daisy Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Authentic antique jewel - French work from the 1950s. Our opinion : Here is an unconventional diamond daisy ring, with a large volume while fitting perfectly on the finger.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Mid-Century Diamond Blue Sapphire Ballerina Cocktail Ring Platinum 1950s/1960s
Located in Lisbon, PT
Mid-Century diamond and dark blue sapphire cocktail ring in platinum, Europe, 1950s/1960s.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
1950s Cultured Pearl and 1.02 Carat Diamond Platinum Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This vintage 1950s cocktail ring is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card.
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 0.99 Carat Old Cut Diamond and Platinum Engagement Ring, Circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
Just imagine wearing such a fantastic piece of history and how many wonderful stories it has to tell. This romantic engagement ring dates back to around the 1950s and features a str...
Diamond, Platinum
1950s White Platinum French Ring with .50 Ct, Diamond Center
Located in Lexington, KY
This beautiful French platinum ring features a warm center diamond, surrounded by 12 brilliant white diamonds. The warm center stone, indicative of the period, is a .70 ct VS1 K colo...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Retro Marquis Diamond Platinum Circa 1950s Wedding Band Set Rings
Located in Montreal, QC
Finely detailed Vintage Retro 1950s Marquis Diamond Platinum Wedding Band Set.
Diamond, Platinum
1950s Sapphire and Diamond Ring in Platinum "To Alice from Paul with Love"
Located in Wailea, HI
Steeped in mid-century romance, this exceptional 1950's cocktail ring is both a masterwork of period design and a poignant piece of history.
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
1950s French Diamond White Gold Platinum Set Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This impressive 1950s diamond engagement ring has been crafted in 18k white gold with a platinum setting.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
0.83 Carat Old European Cut Diamond and Ruby Platinum Ring, circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
This one of a kind Art Deco style ring is unique in its shape, designed at an angle with scrolled open work details. It features an old European cut diamond weighing 0.83ct pavé set ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1950s 0.65 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Platinum Set Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 0.65 carat diamond and 18k yellow gold, platinum set twist ring; an addition to our diverse diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine a...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
French 1950s Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Platinum Openwork Flower Pattern Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Authentic antique jewel - French work from the 1950s. Our opinion : This precious and delicate antique diamond ring will be suitable for a thin finger or to wear on the little finger.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Slanted Baguette Diamond Platinum Eternity Wedding Band
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Vintage baguette diamond eternity wedding band in platinum, crafted in the 1950s. A total of 23 fine matching natural diamonds that together are 3.00cttw lay besides each other in a ...
Diamond, Platinum
1950s 20.50Ct Emerald Cut Aquamarine and 2.15Ct Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 20.50 carat aquamarine, 2.15 carat diamond and platinum cocktail ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. Th...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
1950s Art Deco Platinum Diamond & Ruby Ring — Old Cut ~0.60 ct
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
Technical sheet • Period / Style: 1950s — Art Deco inspired (mid-century) • Metal: Platinum (solid) • Center stone: old-cut diamond, approx. 0.60 carat (estimated) • Surrounding ston...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Mid-Century Emerald Diamond Three Stone Ring Platinum Portuguese 1950s-1960s
Located in Lisbon, PT
Mid-Century Emerald and Diamond Three-Stone Ring in Platinum, Portuguese, circa 1950s–1960s.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco Style 1950s 1.89 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning vintage Art Deco style 1.89 carat diamond and platinum cocktail ring; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Platinum
1950s 2.83 carat Citrine and 1.30 carat Diamond Cluster Ring in Platinum
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This vintage 1950's cocktail ring has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as platinum.
Citrine, Diamond, Platinum
Mid-Century Cultured Pearl and Diamond Platinum Ring, circa 1950s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vibrant 1960s ring showcases a mesmerizing 25.50-carat oval brilliant cut kunzite, set in a blend of platinum and 18K yellow gold. The impressive central kunzite is framed by 14...
Platinum
French 1950s 1.40 Carat Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Platinum Thread Dome Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, and platinum. Openwork, it is adorned on its top of an antique brilliant-cut diamond surrounded by a twist. 6 petals paved with rose-cut diamonds hold t...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Midcentury 1950s 1.15 Carat Round Diamond and Baguette Platinum Ring
Located in Boston, MA
A breathtaking exemplar of mid-20th century elegance, this vintage platinum ring dates back to the iconic 1950s. The showstopping centerpiece is a gorgeous round transitional cut dia...
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-Century Sapphire and Diamond Platinum and 18K White Gold Ring, circa 1950s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This classic mid-century ring from the 1950s is a breathtaking fusion of platinum and 18K white gold, embodying sleek sophistication.
Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum, White Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s 1.49 Carat Emerald and 1.15 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 1.49 carat emerald and 1.15 carat diamond, platinum cocktail ring; part of our diverse vintage jewellery and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Mid-Century Emerald and Diamond Platinum Ringdant, circa 1950s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This riveting and innovative ring from the 1950s is a masterpiece of both design and versatility, skillfully crafted in platinum.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage Diamond Solitaire Ring, circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful, yet simply, 1950s diamond solitaire engagement ring. The centre stone has is expertly hand set within the claws, and rest within a hand crafted collet.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1.55ct Diamond Solitaire Ring, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
Accenting the centre stone, two tapered baguette cut are set, one either side, framing the central stone perfectly. Crafted in platinum, this 1950s ring is a real stunner. Gemstone:...
Diamond, Platinum
1950s 2.82 Carat Ceylon Sapphire and 1.95 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning vintage 2.82 carat Ceylon sapphire and 1.80 carat diamond, platinum cocktail ring; part of our diverse vintage jewellery and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fi...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 0.45ct Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
A basket and band of 18 carat yellow gold provides beautiful contrast, completing the ring wonderfully. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Transitional Cut Carat Weight: 0.45 Colour: F ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum, 1950s 3 Stone Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Emerald & Diamond Trilogy Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Circa 1950s This stunning trilogy ring from the 1950s is a true vintage beauty.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1950s 1.50 CTW Transitional Diamond Platinum Three Stone Vintage Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring a transitional cut diamond weighing approximately 1.25 carats - O/P color with VS1 clarity Flanked by cathedral shoulders bar set with tapered baguette cut diamonds Weighin...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1.60ct Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
A beautiful 1.60 carat, transitional cut diamond takes centre stage in this cluster ring crafted in the 1950s.
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1.85ct Diamond Solitaire Ring, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Transitional Cut Carat Weight: 1.85 Colour: I Clarity: VS1 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum Age: 1950s Size: J 1/2
Diamond, 18k 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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