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GIA Certified 6.01 Carat Cushion Cut Emerald Three-Stone Platinum Ring
GIA Certified 6.01 Carat Cushion Cut Emerald Three-Stone Platinum Ring

GIA Certified 6.01 Carat Cushion Cut Emerald Three-Stone Platinum Ring

By Antinori Fine Jewels

Located in Chicago, IL

This sophisticated three-stone ring centers on a stunning 6.01 carat cushion-cut emerald, certified

Category

2010s American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Emerald, Platinum

Leon Mege platinum three-stone ring with round and heart-shape diamonds
Leon Mege platinum three-stone ring with round and heart-shape diamonds

Leon Mege platinum three-stone ring with round and heart-shape diamonds

By Leon Mege

Located in New York, NY

Trends change, and fashions fade, but the innate elegance of Leon Mege's three-stone rings is

Category

2010s American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco French Platinum Ring, Emerald and Old-Cut Diamonds
Art Deco French Platinum Ring, Emerald and Old-Cut Diamonds

Art Deco French Platinum Ring, Emerald and Old-Cut Diamonds

Located in MONTMORENCY, FR

This superb Art Deco platinum ring showcases a vibrant step-cut emerald of approximately 1.5 carats

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

GIA Certified 4.01 Carat Pear Cut Light Yellow Diamond 3 Stone Ring
GIA Certified 4.01 Carat Pear Cut Light Yellow Diamond 3 Stone Ring

GIA Certified 4.01 Carat Pear Cut Light Yellow Diamond 3 Stone Ring

Located in New York, NY

A GIA Certified 4.01 Carat Pear Cut Light Yellow Diamond 3 Stone Ring designed for a Pear Cut lover

Category

2010s American Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified 5.01 Carat Pear Shape Diamond Three-Stone Ring
GIA Certified 5.01 Carat Pear Shape Diamond Three-Stone Ring

GIA Certified 5.01 Carat Pear Shape Diamond Three-Stone Ring

By Antinori Fine Jewels

Located in Chicago, IL

An elegant and highly refined three-stone ring centered by a GIA-certified pear-shaped diamond

Category

2010s Italian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond

GIA Certified 10.01 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring with Tapered Diamond Ring
GIA Certified 10.01 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring with Tapered Diamond Ring

GIA Certified 10.01 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring with Tapered Diamond Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

in a refined platinum mounting accented with elegant tapered baguette diamonds. The center stone

Category

2010s American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

1920s Natural Pearl and Diamond Ring – CISGEM Certified
1920s Natural Pearl and Diamond Ring – CISGEM Certified

1920s Natural Pearl and Diamond Ring – CISGEM Certified

Located in Roma, RM

ring is crafted in white metal (consistent with platinum work of the period) and accented with old-cut

Category

Vintage 1920s British Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Colombian Emerald & Diamond Platinum Mounting Ring, Gübelin Certified
Colombian Emerald & Diamond Platinum Mounting Ring, Gübelin Certified

Colombian Emerald & Diamond Platinum Mounting Ring, Gübelin Certified

Located in New York, NY

within a handcrafted platinum and 18k gold mounting, and framed by 1.60 carats of perfectly matched

Category

2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

Emerald Diamond Ring. 0.90ct Round Emerald Five Stone Engagement Ring Platinum
Emerald Diamond Ring. 0.90ct Round Emerald Five Stone Engagement Ring Platinum

Emerald Diamond Ring. 0.90ct Round Emerald Five Stone Engagement Ring Platinum

Located in New York, NY

the stones without feeling overly prominent. Currently sized at 6, this ring is a versatile and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage Platinum 6.27ct Star Ruby Dome Ring
Vintage Platinum 6.27ct Star Ruby Dome Ring

Vintage Platinum 6.27ct Star Ruby Dome Ring

Located in New York, NY

This vintage ring features a striking star ruby cabochon set in a sleek platinum mounting. The ruby

Category

20th Century Dome Rings

Materials

Star Ruby, Platinum

3.80tdw GIA Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
3.80tdw GIA Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Ring

3.80tdw GIA Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Ring

Located in Cincinnati, OH

WOW this a great ring!- GIA Certified!! 3-stone platinum mounting with approximately 3.80 total

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Green Tourmaline 11.63ct Platinum Diamond Cocktail Ring
Green Tourmaline 11.63ct Platinum Diamond Cocktail Ring

Green Tourmaline 11.63ct Platinum Diamond Cocktail Ring

Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire

crisp highlights without distracting from the tourmaline’s scale and richness. Mounted in Platinum

Category

Early 2000s European Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum

Jadeite Jade & Diamond ring, Platinum Size 9
Jadeite Jade & Diamond ring, Platinum Size 9

Jadeite Jade & Diamond ring, Platinum Size 9

Located in Northampton, MA

mounting. Beautifully designed and exceptionally well made, this ring is simultaneously impressive and

Category

Early 2000s American Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Platinum

Aquamarine Diamond Halo Ring. 2.40ct Emerald Cut Aquamarine Ring Platinum
Aquamarine Diamond Halo Ring. 2.40ct Emerald Cut Aquamarine Ring Platinum

Aquamarine Diamond Halo Ring. 2.40ct Emerald Cut Aquamarine Ring Platinum

Located in New York, NY

, adding just the right amount of brilliance without overpowering the refined design. The platinum mounting

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Platinum

4.50 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring C. Dunaigre
4.50 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring C. Dunaigre

4.50 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring C. Dunaigre

Located in Chicago, IL

emerald is elegantly secured in a refined platinum mounting with four sculpted prongs, offering both

Category

2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Cartier Platinum Ring with Colombian Emerald, AGL Certified
Cartier Platinum Ring with Colombian Emerald, AGL Certified

Cartier Platinum Ring with Colombian Emerald, AGL Certified

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

elegant blend of platinum and gold, the mounting is sleek, refined, and unmistakably Cartier. AGL

Category

Vintage 1960s French Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Vintage Platinum Cabochon Ruby, Ruby and Diamond Ring, 1970s
Vintage Platinum Cabochon Ruby, Ruby and Diamond Ring, 1970s

Vintage Platinum Cabochon Ruby, Ruby and Diamond Ring, 1970s

Located in Miami, FL

just enough light to sharpen the silhouette without distracting from the mass of the ruby. The mounting

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Diamond Platinum Ring. GIA 1.30ct Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring H SI1
Diamond Platinum Ring. GIA 1.30ct Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring H SI1

Diamond Platinum Ring. GIA 1.30ct Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring H SI1

Located in New York, NY

approximately 0.19 carats, adding subtle sparkle that complements the center stone without overpowering its

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Peridot and Sapphire Ring. 3.70ct Peridot Sapphire Diamond Halo Ring Platinum
Peridot and Sapphire Ring. 3.70ct Peridot Sapphire Diamond Halo Ring Platinum

Peridot and Sapphire Ring. 3.70ct Peridot Sapphire Diamond Halo Ring Platinum

Located in New York, NY

opportunity to own this extraordinary masterpiece of fine jewelry. Metal: Platinum Stone: Diamond, Peridot

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, Sapphire, Platinum

Aquamarine and Sapphire Ring. 1ct Aquamarine Diamond Double Halo Ring Platinum
Aquamarine and Sapphire Ring. 1ct Aquamarine Diamond Double Halo Ring Platinum

Aquamarine and Sapphire Ring. 1ct Aquamarine Diamond Double Halo Ring Platinum

Located in New York, NY

masterpiece of fine jewelry. Metal: Platinum Stone: Diamond, Aquamarine, Sapphire Stone Cut: Round Cut Style

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Zambian Emerald Engagement Ring. GIA 4.90ct Emerald Diamond Halo Ring Platinum
Zambian Emerald Engagement Ring. GIA 4.90ct Emerald Diamond Halo Ring Platinum

Zambian Emerald Engagement Ring. GIA 4.90ct Emerald Diamond Halo Ring Platinum

Located in New York, NY

luxury without overpowering the emerald’s natural beauty. The ring’s handcrafted platinum mounting

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

6.07 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Three-Stone Ring with Swiss Certification
6.07 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Three-Stone Ring with Swiss Certification

6.07 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Three-Stone Ring with Swiss Certification

Located in Chicago, IL

A striking and highly collectible three-stone ring centered by an exceptional natural Colombian

Category

2010s American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified 2.39 Carat Emerald Diamond Ballerina Ring in Platinum
GIA Certified 2.39 Carat Emerald Diamond Ballerina Ring in Platinum

GIA Certified 2.39 Carat Emerald Diamond Ballerina Ring in Platinum

By Antinori Fine Jewels

Located in Chicago, IL

An impressive estate cocktail ring crafted in platinum, featuring a vivid emerald surrounded by a

Category

2010s American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

3.07 Carat Natural Mozambique Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring NO HEAT
3.07 Carat Natural Mozambique Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring NO HEAT

3.07 Carat Natural Mozambique Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring NO HEAT

Located in Chicago, IL

, enhancing the vibrancy of the center stone without overpowering it. Mozambique has become one of the most

Category

2010s American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

GIA Certified 10.32 Carat Pear Shape Diamond Platinum Solitaire Ring
GIA Certified 10.32 Carat Pear Shape Diamond Platinum Solitaire Ring

GIA Certified 10.32 Carat Pear Shape Diamond Platinum Solitaire Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

to highlight the stone’s natural beauty without distraction. The cool tone of platinum enhances the

Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 11 Carat Square Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
GIA Certified 11 Carat Square Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Ring

GIA Certified 11 Carat Square Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

diamond is set in a refined platinum three-stone mounting, flanked by two perfectly matched tapered

Category

2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Tiffany & Co 1.19 Carat E VS2 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring Vintage
Tiffany & Co 1.19 Carat E VS2 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring Vintage

Tiffany & Co 1.19 Carat E VS2 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring Vintage

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

refined platinum mounting with subtle shoulder detailing that enhances the brilliance of the center stone

Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

2.50 Carat Engagement Ring. GIA Rose Cut Diamond Accent Ring Platinum I VVS2
2.50 Carat Engagement Ring. GIA Rose Cut Diamond Accent Ring Platinum I VVS2

2.50 Carat Engagement Ring. GIA Rose Cut Diamond Accent Ring Platinum I VVS2

Located in New York, NY

contemporary platinum mounting, designed to sit low on the finger for a sleek and comfortable profile. The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 4.01 Carat Emerald Cut E VS2 Diamond Platinum Ring
GIA Certified 4.01 Carat Emerald Cut E VS2 Diamond Platinum Ring

GIA Certified 4.01 Carat Emerald Cut E VS2 Diamond Platinum Ring

By Antinori Fine Jewels

Located in Chicago, IL

exceptional quality, set in solid platinum. The center stone features an elegant emerald cut, measuring 10.94

Category

2010s American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Aquamarine Sapphire Ring. 1.20ct Asscher Aquamarine Diamond Halo Ring Platinum
Aquamarine Sapphire Ring. 1.20ct Asscher Aquamarine Diamond Halo Ring Platinum

Aquamarine Sapphire Ring. 1.20ct Asscher Aquamarine Diamond Halo Ring Platinum

Located in New York, NY

Engagement Ring Metal: Platinum, 18k White Gold Ring Size: 6.25 (Resizable) Width of Band: Approx. 1.58 mm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA 5.01 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Ring VS2 Oval Platinum
GIA 5.01 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Ring VS2 Oval Platinum

GIA 5.01 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Ring VS2 Oval Platinum

Located in Chicago, IL

, with strong visual presence and lively brilliance. The center stone is set in a refined platinum

Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

GRS Certified 6.30 Carat No-Heat Burmese Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring
GRS Certified 6.30 Carat No-Heat Burmese Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring

GRS Certified 6.30 Carat No-Heat Burmese Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring

By Antinori Fine Jewels

Located in Chicago, IL

is flanked by two white diamonds in a refined platinum mounting, creating a balanced and elegant

Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

4.02 Carat No Heat Ceylon Sapphire In Platinum Art Deco Ring
4.02 Carat No Heat Ceylon Sapphire In Platinum Art Deco Ring

4.02 Carat No Heat Ceylon Sapphire In Platinum Art Deco Ring

Located in Miami, FL

; Construction Vintage Art Deco platinum mounting showcases intricate metalwork with geometric precision and

Category

Vintage 1930s Sri Lankan Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

GIA certified Antique Art- Deco 2.10 carat Diamond, Sapphire Platinum Ring
GIA certified Antique Art- Deco 2.10 carat Diamond, Sapphire Platinum Ring

GIA certified Antique Art- Deco 2.10 carat Diamond, Sapphire Platinum Ring

Located in OVIEDO, AS

GIA certified Antique Art-Deco Diamond and Blue Sapphire Ring mounted in Platinum Art Deco

Category

Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Platinum Emerald & Diamond Halo Ring - 18k Emerald Cut 2.34ctw GIA
Platinum Emerald & Diamond Halo Ring - 18k Emerald Cut 2.34ctw GIA

Platinum Emerald & Diamond Halo Ring - 18k Emerald Cut 2.34ctw GIA

Located in Greensboro, NC

Size: 5 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $100 Metal Content: Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold (solitaire's

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified 4.01 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring in Platinum and 18K
GIA Certified 4.01 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring in Platinum and 18K

GIA Certified 4.01 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring in Platinum and 18K

By Antinori Fine Jewels

Located in Chicago, IL

overpowering it. The setting is crafted in platinum for the diamond mounts, ensuring strength and a crisp

Category

2010s Italian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified 4.01 Carat D Flawless Marquise Diamond Platinum Ring TYPE IIA
GIA Certified 4.01 Carat D Flawless Marquise Diamond Platinum Ring TYPE IIA

GIA Certified 4.01 Carat D Flawless Marquise Diamond Platinum Ring TYPE IIA

By Antinori Fine Jewels

Located in Chicago, IL

’s linear elegance without distracting from its symmetry. The platinum mounting provides both strength and a

Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Kunzite and Diamond Art Deco Dress Ring in Platinum, UK, Circa 1990
Kunzite and Diamond Art Deco Dress Ring in Platinum, UK, Circa 1990

Kunzite and Diamond Art Deco Dress Ring in Platinum, UK, Circa 1990

Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire

A KUNZITE AND DIAMOND DRESS RING in platinum. A refined platinum dress ring set with a finely cut

Category

1990s British Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Kunzite, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.64 Carat D Internally Flawless Pear Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
GIA Certified 1.64 Carat D Internally Flawless Pear Cut Diamond Platinum Ring

GIA Certified 1.64 Carat D Internally Flawless Pear Cut Diamond Platinum Ring

By Antinori Fine Jewels

Located in Chicago, IL

grading scale for both color and purity. Expertly crafted, the center stone is mounted in a platinum

Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Platinum & Yellow Gold Sapphire & Diamond Engagement Ring - 18k Round Cut .67ctw
Platinum & Yellow Gold Sapphire & Diamond Engagement Ring - 18k Round Cut .67ctw

Platinum & Yellow Gold Sapphire & Diamond Engagement Ring - 18k Round Cut .67ctw

Located in Greensboro, NC

Size: 6 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $60 or Down 2 sizes for $50 Metal Content: Platinum & 18k

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified 6.00 Carat No Heat Ceylon Blue Sapphire Diamond Halo Platinum Ring
GIA Certified 6.00 Carat No Heat Ceylon Blue Sapphire Diamond Halo Platinum Ring

GIA Certified 6.00 Carat No Heat Ceylon Blue Sapphire Diamond Halo Platinum Ring

By Antinori Fine Jewels

Located in Chicago, IL

A refined and highly wearable jewel, this platinum ring is centered by a magnificent 6.00 carat

Category

2010s Italian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

GIA Certified 3.01 Carat Emerald Cut VVS1 Clarity Diamond Ring in Platinum
GIA Certified 3.01 Carat Emerald Cut VVS1 Clarity Diamond Ring in Platinum

GIA Certified 3.01 Carat Emerald Cut VVS1 Clarity Diamond Ring in Platinum

By Antinori Fine Jewels

Located in Chicago, IL

, elegantly mounted in platinum. The sleek lines of the emerald cut are enhanced by a pavé-set band, adding a

Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Antique Old European Engagement Ring. GIA 2ct Diamond Sapphire Platinum J SI1
Antique Old European Engagement Ring. GIA 2ct Diamond Sapphire Platinum J SI1

Antique Old European Engagement Ring. GIA 2ct Diamond Sapphire Platinum J SI1

Located in New York, NY

A captivating Art Deco ring, handcrafted in platinum circa 1925, showcasing the era’s signature

Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

6.58 Carat Tanzanite Emerald Cut Platinum Ring with Tapered Baguette Diamonds
6.58 Carat Tanzanite Emerald Cut Platinum Ring with Tapered Baguette Diamonds

6.58 Carat Tanzanite Emerald Cut Platinum Ring with Tapered Baguette Diamonds

By Merkaba

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Remarkable 6.58-Carat Tanzanite Emerald-Cut Platinum Ring – A Unisex Masterpiece by Merkaba Jewelry

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Tanzanite, Emerald, Platinum

GIA Certified 3 Carat F Color Heart Diamond Platinum 18K Yellow Gold Ring
GIA Certified 3 Carat F Color Heart Diamond Platinum 18K Yellow Gold Ring

GIA Certified 3 Carat F Color Heart Diamond Platinum 18K Yellow Gold Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

This exquisite ring showcases a GIA Certified 3 carat Heart-Shape Diamond, graded F color, mounted

Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

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Platinum Ring Mountings Without Stones For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of platinum ring mountings without stones. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using platinum, gold and 18k gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 6 vintage editions and 21 modern creations to choose from as well. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 20th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. Our collection of platinum ring mountings without stones includes designs that are universally popular, but modern and Art Deco styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Hancocks, Antinori Fine Jewels and Diamond Scene produced popular versions that are worth a look. A selection of cushion cut, brilliant cut and old european cut can be found today on these pages. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of platinum ring mountings without stones, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Platinum Ring Mountings Without Stones?

Prices for platinum ring mountings without stones can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1,100 and can go as high as $999,000, while platinum ring mountings without stones, on average, fetch $20,671.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

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 ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Finding the Right Rings for You

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 ringsvintage 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.