Retro 3.40 Carat Baguette Cut Diamond Platinum Cross Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Retro 3.40 Carat Baguette Cut Diamond Platinum Cross Pendant. Featuring 13 baguette cut diamonds and one shield step-cut diamond approximately 3.40 carats, graded H-I color, VS c...
Diamond, Platinum
AGL Cert 16.22 Carat NO HEAT Natural Star Sapphire and Diamond Necklace Plat
By Kiersten Elizabeth
Located in Southport, CT
With cool tones and smooth surfaces accentuated by Shield-shaped diamonds, it is timelessly elegant.
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum
Edwardian 9.15 Carat Peridot Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Silver Brooch Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in the 1910s during the reign of King Edward, a vibrant green shield shaped peridot is surrounded by an array of nearly colorless old cut diamonds.
Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Antique Art Deco Platinum Shield Cut Rhodolite Garnet Diamond Halo Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Shield Cut Rhodolite Garnet Diamond Halo Shield Ring.
Diamond, Garnet, Platinum
Handmade Diamond Ruby Platinum Shield Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
he Magnificent contrast between Diamonds and Rubies Make this Art Deco style Cocktail ring, an exquisite acquisition. Adorning the center of this Shield Shaped design, are three rou...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage Red Ruby and Diamond Shield Design Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Hand crafted Platinum Shield design mounting making this ring a definite Stunner that packs the bling!
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Sold|$2,250
1930s Platinum Art Deco Diamond Shield Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 4.25 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 4.1 grams Diamond Details: .60ct, total weight, G Color, VS Clarity, Old European Cut Diamonds (na...
Diamond, Platinum
Circa 1910's Edwardian Platinum and Diamond Vintage Shield Ring
Located in Addison, TX
A sweet little shield ring with a big vintage feel, this Edwardian ring has a beautiful flapper feel.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Mine Diamond and Sapphire Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Mine Diamond and Sapphire Shield Ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond and Sapphire Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Cut Diamond and Sapphire Shield Ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond and Sapphire Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond and Sapphire Shield Ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Euro Diamond and Emerald Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Euro Diamond and Emerald Shield Ring.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1920s Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Platinum Shield Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Here we have a beautiful piece which absolutely epitomized Art Deco. What we really appreciate and enjoy about this ring is the high quality of diamonds use throughout. The diamonds ...
Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Platinum
1930s Art Deco 2.06 Carat Diamond Platinum Shield Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
1930s Art Deco 2.06 Carat Diamond Platinum Shield Ring. Features Seven Diamonds and makes the perfect unique engagement ring!
Diamond, Platinum
5.58 Carats Shield Cut Rubelite and Diamonds Cocktail Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and one of a kind, Rubellite Cocktail Engagement Ring set in 18K Yellow Gold & Platinum 900. The weight of the shield shaped Rubellite is 5.58 carats.
Diamond, Rubelite, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Nouveau Shield Right Hand Deco Platinum Diamond Ring
Located in Addison, TX
Here we have an excellent example of a 1920's era platinum ring in a classic Art Nouveau style. This stunning shield is crafted in platinum with a total of 1.07 carats of dazzling ol...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond Filigree Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond Filigree Shield Ring.
Diamond, Platinum
1920s 2.40 Carat Total Diamond Engagement Shield Ring in Platinum
Located in Hicksville, NY
Art Deco Era 1920s Engagement Shield Ring featuring 2.40 carats of diamonds. Design is quite exquisite with intricate cut-out gallery and milgrain detailing around each part.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Euro Diamond Filigree Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Euro Diamond Filigree Shield Ring. This gorgeous ring is crafted in platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian Marquise Navette Diamond Blue Sapphire Platinum Shield Cocktail Ring
Located in Addison, TX
This stunning shield is crafted in platinum with a total of 1.05 carats of dazzling old cut diamonds adorning the stylish curvaceous ring.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Blue Sapphire and Diamond Shield Ring
Located in Webster, NY
Stunning vintage diamond ring featuring a Old European Cut Diamond accented by French Cut Sapphires. Gemstone: Diamond & Sapphire Gemstone Carat Weight: 8 French Cut Synthetic 3x2...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Cocktail Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Cocktail Shield Ring.
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian 1.71 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Shield Cocktail Ring
Located in Addison, TX
This stunning shield is crafted in platinum with a total of 1.71 carats of dazzling old cut diamonds adorning the stylish curvaceous ring.
Diamond, Platinum
Boulder Black Opal Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Bolder black opal diamond and platinum cocktail ring circa 1990. * Love it because it caught your eye, and we are here to connect you with beautiful and affordable jewelry. Decorat...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond Filigreed Shield Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: Platinum Ring Size: 4.5 Weight: 4.36 grams Shank Maximum Width: 2.00mm Ladies handmade filigreed platinum, diamond art-deco (1920-1930) cocktail ring ...
Diamond, Platinum
1.08 Carat Shield Cut Diamond 0.84 Carat Emerald Platinum Two-Stone Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Old materials combined with new design ingeniously realized to create this singular ring. Featuring a mixed shield cut diamond that is H-I color, SI2 clarity perfectly paired with a ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique Deco 3 Diamond Sapphire Ring Platinum Shield Dinner Vintage Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant & finely detailed Art Deco era ring (circa 1920s to 1930s), crafted in 900 platinum. Three centrally mounted estimated 0.20 carat old mine cut diamonds are flanked with a f...
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Sold|$3,799
Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This Art Deco engagement ring of unsurpassed refinement and aesthetic grace is crafted in solid platinum and weighs approx. 3.7 grams.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Antique Platinum, Diamond and Citrine Ring. Circa 1910.
Located in Aspen, CO
Edwardian platinum ring centering a fancy cut natural bright citrine weighing approximately 5 cts.
Citrine, Diamond, Platinum
1920's Art Deco Two Tone Platinum and Yellow Gold Vintage Small Shield Ring
Located in Addison, TX
Item Details: Ring Size: 6 1/2 Metal Type: Platinum and Yellow Gold (If no hallmark, test.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Stunning Art Deco Abstract Diamond and Sapphire Shield Ring, circa 1915
Located in Addison, TX
This stunning abstract shield ring id masterfully crafted from platinum with sapphire flairs on the north and south sides.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Victorian Style Diamond Shield Ring with Old Mine Diamonds
Located in Northampton, MA
This Victorian style 18K yellow gold and platinum ring positions 21 rocky old-mine diamonds between you and the world.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
French Sapphire Diamond Platinum engagement RIng
Located in Miami, FL
This conspicuous diamond and sapphire engagement ring of unsurpassed refinement is crafted in solid platinum, depicts a finely mille-grained, color-contrasting orbicular plaque, ex...
White Diamond, Platinum
Estate Large Pearl Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This exquisite cocktail ring with an outstanding, lustrous Pearl of an enchanting white and a subtle nuance of cream pink color set amidst a sparkling border of baguette and round-f...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Gem Rubelite Tourmaline Diamond Platinum Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The cushion shaped gem is accented by two shield cut diamonds weighting a total of 1.50 carats.
Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1.32 Carat Marquise Cut Natural Diamond & Sapphire Shield Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Center Details: 1.32ct Natural Marquise Cut Diamond that is J in color and SI2 in clarity Ring Material: Platinum Ring Details: Shield style ring with 0.19ctw of round cut Diamonds...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
1920s Art Deco 1.50 Carat Ornate Old Mine Diamond and Sapphire Shield Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
1920s Art Deco 1.50 Carat Ornate Old Mine Diamond and Sapphire Shield Ring. Features total of 1.5 carats in diamonds, old mine cut diamonds.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
South Sea Pearl Marquise Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This exquisite cocktail ring with an outstanding, highly lustrous South Sea Pearl of an enchanting white with a subtle nuance of creame color and marquise diamonds is crafted in ...
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, White Diamond, Platinum
Diamond Wave Round Shield "Maverick's" Ring in White and Yellow Gold
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
A wave of diamonds has been hand-sculpted into this eye-catching, handmade one-of-a-kind ring by Eytan Brandes. Eytan made a variation on this ring (platinum face, smaller diamonds...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
4.43 Carat GIA Cert Emerald Diamond Platinum Three Stone Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This conspicuous emerald diamond ring of alluring aesthetic and classic elegance is crafted in solid platinum.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Diamond Ring Platinum Flower Design Vintage Plaque Jewelry 5
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Edwardian ring (circa 1900s to 1910s) crafted in 900 platinum.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Peter Suchy 3.00 Carat Blue Green Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Peter Suchy natural teal (blue/green) octagonal cut sapphire and diamond three-stone engagement ring. The sapphire is from an 1920’s estate in a handmade platinum engagement ring wit...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Platinum
Certified 2.51carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Three Stone Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This ring features gracefully shielded shoulders and a sturdy, easily sizable shank and remains in excellent condition.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
3.60 CT Ceylon Blue Sapphire Diamond Three Stone Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Stunning Ceylon blue sapphire diamond ring handcrafted in platinum. The ring features a 3.60 carat round vibrant blue sapphire gemstone flanked by 2 shield cut diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Antique 18K Yellow Gold & Platinum 5 Stone Old Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique, diamond, platinum, and yellow gold ring, comprising five old single cut diamonds, set in platinum, to a band of 18 karat yellow gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1950s GIA Certified 8.29 Carat Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This classic Vintage Sapphire ring is crafted in solid platinum. Centered with a GIA certified oval cut natural corundum stone.
Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum 2.02ctw GIA Emerald Cut Diamond Ring w/ Calibre Rubies
Located in Montclair, NJ
You are looking at a truly magnificent antique diamond and ruby ring crafted from solid 900 platinum during the art deco period.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Art Deco 3.01 Carat Fancy Shaped Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Rich, saturated intense red color is at the center of this beautiful art deco design. The ruby weighs 3.01 carats and is a fancy three-sided shape which can be described as a modifie...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified Yellow Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
Flanking the center diamond are 2 unique shield cut diamonds weighing 0.47 carats total.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Top Plique a Jour Enamel & Diamond Sh
Located in Great Neck, NY
Magnificent Edwardian Shield Ring with an Old Mine Cut Diamond Center, beautiful green plique a jour enamel, and a gorgeous motif.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Scarselli 10 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring
By SCARSELLI
Located in New York, NY
A Classic SCARSELLI Engagement Ring with an astonishing 10-carat Fancy Intense Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond set in a handmade ring 18k gold seat finished in platinum (See certificate ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
GIA 2.82 Carat Estate Vintage Cushion Diamond Three-Stone Wedding Ring
Located in New York, NY
A Timeless Elegant Vintage HANDMADE Platinum (stamped) Diamond Engagement Ring with GIA Certified 2.01ct Perfect Square Cushion cut Center Diamond in H color SI1 clarity (Near COLORL...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Engagement Ring Old European Vintage Antique 1920s Heirloom
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very Good Era: Art Deco Year: 1915-1935 Metal: Platinum Center Gemstone: Natural Diamond Carat Weight: 0.90 Cut: Old European round brilliant Color: J Clarity: VVS Addi...
Diamond, Platinum
Early Art Deco Filigree Old European Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This exquisite late Edwardian/early Art Deco filigree ring sends forth old world elegance with its stunning platinum dome shield design and floral motif.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Sold|$29,995
Mint Green Tourmaline Ring 13.34 Carat Oval
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vibrant 13.34 carat, "loupe clean", Mint Green Tourmaline platinum ring, decorated with a pair of 0.76 carat total, D/VS1, Shield shaped diamonds, and a total of 0.51 carat round bri...
Tourmaline, Platinum
Unheated Sapphire Ring 6.07 Carats GIA Certified Natural No Heat
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Natural, no heat Sapphire 6.07 carat, emerald cut, platinum ring, displaying a most unique teal, greenish blue color, and is flanked by a pair of shield shaped diamonds E/VS, weighin...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Multi-g...
J. Birnbach GIA Certified 4.02 Carat Cushion Three-Stone Ring
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
Birnbach workshop! This lovely, platinum, three stone ring features a 4.02 carat Cushion cut diamond of I color and SI1 clarity...
Diamond, 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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