Sold|$1,500
Platinum Diamonds Large Oval Mounting Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
ring that is masterfully crafted from prestigiously gleaming platinum. The ring is luxuriously
Diamond, Platinum
Sold|$1,500
Platinum Diamonds Large Oval Mounting Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
ring that is masterfully crafted from prestigiously gleaming platinum. The ring is luxuriously
Diamond, Platinum
Sold|$1,400
Platinum Two Diamond Square Mounting Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
stones, this gorgeous mounting ring boasts a distinctly refined appeal. The diamonds weigh 0.78 carats in
Diamond, Platinum
Sold|$1,500
Platinum Diamonds Large Oval Mounting Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
This gorgeous mounting ring is designed in a splendidly classy fashion and beautifully embellished
Diamond, Platinum
Sold|$1,500
Platinum Diamonds Large Oval Mounting Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
This gorgeous mounting ring is designed in a splendidly classy fashion and beautifully embellished
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Marquise Diamond Round Mounting Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
This exceptional piece is an excellent choice if you are looking for a mounting ring that combines
Diamond, Platinum
Sold|$950 / item
Platinum Diamond Pave Pear Mounting Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
This mounting ring is crafted from platinum and weighs 6.9 grams, boasting band thickness of 3 mm
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Sold|$1,259
Platinum Diamond Wedding Semi Mount Ring
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Platinum diamond wedding semi mount ring, containing 30 round full cut diamonds weighing .31pts
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum and Diamond Mounting Ring LBD-095102
Located in Southampton, PA
This mounting ring is made of the finest platinum and glittering diamonds. This uniquely designed
Diamond, Platinum
Womens Platinum Diamond Pave Engagement Ring Mounting
Located in Southampton, PA
An apt pedestal for gemstones of any color and quality, this fascinating mounting ring offers
Diamond, Platinum
1.04 Carat Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring Mounting
Located in Southampton, PA
The wonderfully offbeat design of this mounting ring is magnificently presented in one of the most
Diamond, Platinum
.90 Carat Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring Mounting
Located in Southampton, PA
This sophisticated mounting ring boasts an exceptionally offbeat style with a distinct art deco
Diamond, Platinum
.50 Carat Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring Mounting
Located in Southampton, PA
effect in this mounting ring, making it the absolute perfect ring for a lady with taste for sophisticated
Diamond, Platinum
.60 Carat Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring Mounting
Located in Southampton, PA
The exquisitely elegant style of this mounting ring makes it an incredibly classy item, perfect for
Diamond, Platinum
.25 Carat Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring Mounting
Located in Southampton, PA
This mounting ring features a delightfully classic design and a wonderfully intricate décor, and
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Tapered Baguette Diamond Oval Mounting Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
This mounting ring is crafted from platinum and weighs 8.7 grams, boasting band thickness of 2 mm
White Diamond, Platinum
LB Exclusive Platinum and Diamond Mounting Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This LB Exclusive mounting ring is made out of platinum and diamonds that total 1.13 carats. The
White Diamond, Platinum
Diamond Platinum Pear Shape Engagement Ring Mounting
Located in Southampton, PA
This superb mounting ring is made of platinum and features an endearingly feminine design. The ring
White Diamond, Platinum
Diamond Engagement Ring Mounting, Platinum, 1ct Diamond
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage platinum and diamond engagement ring mounting. This simple ring mounting features four
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Round and Baguette Diamonds Oval Mounting Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
This gorgeous mounting ring is beautifully made of elegant platinum and boasts a stunningly
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum and Round and Baguette Diamond Mounting Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
With its elegant design and lavish diamond décor, this majestic mounting ring will make for a
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Marquise and Tapered Baguette Diamonds Mounting Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
The luxe sheen of platinum and the scintillating luster of diamonds in this gorgeous mounting ring
Diamond, Platinum
Jose Hess Platinum and Diamond Engagement Ring Mounting
By Jose Hess
Located in Southampton, PA
This incredibly wonderful bridal and semi-mount ring from the brilliant Jose Hess is beautifully
Diamond, Platinum
.22 Carat Platinum and Diamond Engagement Ring Mounting
Located in Southampton, PA
Boasting both a splendidly classical style and an endearingly intricate décor, this mounting ring
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Round and Tapered Baguette Diamond Mounting Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
This mounting ring is made of platinum and set with round and tapered baguette diamonds that total
Diamond, Platinum
.40 Carat Platinum and Diamond Engagement Ring Mounting
Located in Southampton, PA
fascinating mounting ring. Exquisitely set and weighing in total 0.40 carats, the resplendent diamonds are a
Diamond, Platinum
.78 Carat Platinum and Diamond Engagement Ring Mounting
Located in Southampton, PA
applying a spotless finish in this glorious mounting ring which boasts a sophisticated and exquisitely
Diamond, Platinum
.97 Carat Platinum and Diamond Engagement Ring Mounting
Located in Southampton, PA
, ensuring a fascinating look in this remarkable and timelessly stylish mounting ring which is made of
Diamond, Platinum
.33 Carat Platinum and Diamond Engagement Ring Mounting
Located in Southampton, PA
diamond brilliance, this magnificent mounting ring offers a gorgeous look characterized by wonderful
Diamond, Platinum
.91 Carat Platinum and Diamond Engagement Ring Mounting
Located in Southampton, PA
As the immaculate shimmer of prestigious platinum perfectly combines with the everlasting
Diamond, Platinum
Natalie K Platinum and Diamond Engagement Ring Mounting
By Natalie K
Located in Southampton, PA
scintillating diamonds produce a majestic visual effect in this stunning mounting ring from Natalie K. Weighing
Diamond, Platinum
LB Exclusive 0.51 Carat Diamond Platinum Mounting Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This LB Exclusive mounting ring is made out of platinum and diamonds that total 0.51 carats. The
White Diamond, Platinum
LB Exclusive 1.81 Carat Diamond Platinum Mounting Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This LB Exclusive mounting ring is made out of platinum and diamonds that total 1.81 carats. The
White Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Round and Tapered Baguette Diamonds Mounting Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
This mounting ring is crafted from platinum and weighs 9.1 grams, boasting band thickness of 2 mm
White Diamond, Platinum
LB Exclusive 2.02 Carat Diamond Platinum Mounting Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This LB Exclusive mounting ring is made out of platinum and diamonds that total 2.02 carats. The
White Diamond, Platinum
LB Exclusive Platinum 0.43 Carat Diamond Mounting Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This LB Exclusive mounting ring is made of platinum and set with diamonds that total 0.43 carats
Diamond, Platinum
LB Exclusive Platinum 0.75 Carat Diamond Mounting Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This LB Exclusive mounting ring is crafted from platinum and weighs 7.7 grams, boasting band
Diamond, Platinum
LB Exclusive Platinum 0.80 Carat Diamond Mounting Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This LB Exclusive mounting ring is crafted from platinum and weighs 15.1 grams, boasting band
Diamond, Platinum
LB Exclusive Platinum 0.32 Carat Diamond Mounting Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This LB Exclusive mounting ring is crafted from platinum and weighs 3.4 grams, boasting band
Diamond, Platinum
LB Exclusive Platinum 0.77 Carat Diamond Mounting Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This LB Exclusive mounting ring is crafted from platinum and weighs 10 grams, boasting band
Diamond, Platinum
LB Exclusive Platinum 0.33 ct Diamond Mounting Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This LB Exclusive mounting ring is made out of platinum and diamonds that total 0.33 carats. The
Diamond, Platinum
LB Exclusive Platinum 2.65 ct Diamond Mounting Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This LB Exclusive mounting ring is crafted from platinum and weighs 20 grams, boasting band
Diamond, Platinum
LB Exclusive Platinum 1.25 ct Diamond Mounting Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This LB Exclusive mounting ring is made of platinum and embellished with diamonds that total 1.25
Diamond, Platinum
LB Exclusive Platinum 0.56 ct Diamond Mounting Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This LB Exclusive mounting ring is crafted from platinum and weighs 6.9 grams, boasting band
Diamond, Platinum
LB Exclusive Platinum 0.37 ct Diamond Mounting Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This LB Exclusive mounting ring is crafted from platinum and weighs 5.7 grams, boasting band
Diamond, Platinum
LB Exclusive Platinum 0.41 ct Diamond Mounting Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This LB Exclusive mounting ring is made of platinum and embellished with diamonds that total 0.41
Diamond, Platinum
LB Exclusive Platinum 0.27 ct Diamond Mounting Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This LB Exclusive mounting ring is crafted from platinum and weighs 7.4 grams, boasting band
Diamond, Platinum
LB Exclusive Platinum 2.41 ct Diamond Mounting Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This LB Exclusive mounting ring is crafted from platinum and weighs 13.1 grams, boasting band
Diamond, Platinum
LB Exclusive Platinum 1.51 ct Diamond Mounting Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This LB Exclusive mounting ring is crafted from platinum and weighs 12.6 grams, boasting band
Diamond, Platinum
LB Exclusive Platinum 0.97 ct Diamond Mounting Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This LB Exclusive mounting ring is crafted from platinum and weighs 8 grams, boasting band
Diamond, Platinum
LB Exclusive Platinum 0.76 ct Diamond Mounting Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This LB Exclusive mounting ring is crafted from platinum and weighs 9.6 grams, boasting band
Diamond, Platinum
LB Exclusive Platinum 0.83 ct Diamond Mounting Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This LB Exclusive mounting ring is made of platinum and embellished with diamonds that total 0.83
Diamond, Platinum
.60 Carat Platinum and Diamond Engagement Ring Mounting
Located in Southampton, PA
prestigious beauty of platinum. The fabulous ring embodies a glamorously distinctive style and is adorned in a
Diamond, Platinum
LB Exclusive Platinum 0.53 Ct Diamond Mounting Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This beautiful LB Exclusive mounting ring is full of potential. The band is made from platinum and
Diamond, Platinum
Sold|$1,200 / item
LB Exclusive Platinum 0.56 ct Diamond Mounting Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
An engagement ring set in platinum and ready for customization. This beautiful piece features a
Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
Round and Tapered Diamond Baguette Platinum Mounting Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
. The ring is made in the prestigious gleam of platinum and is set with resplendent diamond stones that
White Diamond, Platinum
Platinum and Round and Marquise Diamond Pear Mounting Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
A vision of effervescent femininity, this beautiful mounting ring embodies the very essence of
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.
Ancient Egyptians referred to the vibrant stone as the “gem of the sun.”
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Accounting for just 1 percent of all diamonds, these marvels of nature are exceedingly rare and gorgeously complex.
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