Vintage Platinum 1.07 Carat Marquise Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The tapered baguette diamonds are set along each shoulder, adding a clean architectural line that complements the center stone without overpowering the design. The ring is stamped PL...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum 3.01ct Round Brilliant Natural Diamond GIA Baguettes Three-Stone Ring
Located in Carmel By The Sea, CA
Platinum Three-Stone Ring 3.01ct Round Brilliant Natural Diamond GIA with Baguettes 🡆 Description: One (1) lady’s platinum three-stone diamond ring containing one (1) round brillia...
Diamond, Platinum
Colombian Muzo “Mariposa” Emerald (Minor Oil) Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Crafted in platinum, the mounting allows the emerald’s vivid green hue and natural character to remain the focal point, while the carefully selected side diamonds add elegance and lu...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$25,200Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 6.01 Carat Cushion Cut Emerald Three-Stone Platinum Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Their sleek, elongated shape provides subtle sparkle and architectural balance, enhancing the fluid lines of the ring. Center Stone: 6.01 carat natural emerald, GIA certified Shape...
Emerald, Platinum
Hancocks 2.62 Carat Diamond Three-Stone Ring in Finely Hand Engraved Platinum
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
Classic diamond and platinum three stone ring by Hancocks, set to the centre with an old European brilliant cut diamond weighing 1.23cts and of I colour and SI1 clarity between two f...
Diamond, Platinum
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 always in style. Paired with heart-shaped side stones, the stunning round brilliant in t...
Diamond, Platinum
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, framed by two beautifully matched old-cut diamonds totaling around 1.40 carats. T...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$33,704Sale Price|31% Off
GIA Certified 4.01 Carat Pear Cut Light Yellow Diamond 3 Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
Set in handmade 950 Platinum & 18kt Yellow Gold. Size 6 Ring, Adjustable and Engravable on Request This ring is crafted with a flush fit mounting scheme, meaning it is easy to stack ...
Yellow Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Ring. GIA No Heat 5 Sapphires Platinum Elongated
Located in New York, NY
"Other Details: Primary Stones: Natural No-Heat Sapphires Secondary Stones: Diamonds Sapphire Cut: Oval Cut Diamond Cut: Old Cut Diamonds Total Diamond Weight: Approx 1.68 Carats ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1920s Natural Pearl and Diamond Ring – CISGEM Certified
Located in Roma, RM
An elegant and refined ring from the 1920s, featuring three natural pearls of fine luster, arranged in a vertical composition typical of early 20th-century design. The pearls are fra...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
6 Carat Pear Statement Fancy Yellow 14K goldRadiance Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Our three-generation ateliers design the architecture around the diamonds themselves, carving galleries, claws and bridges in 14K White Gold so the outline of the Pear stones is hono...
Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
5.82 Carat Emerald Diamond Ring VVS 18K Gold Precision-Cut Radiance
Located in Mumbai, IN
Band thickness, under-gallery shape and overall diameter in 18K Gold can be refined so it stacks cleanly beside other jewels without friction. The result is a Three-Stone Ring that h...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Electric Royal Blue 2.67ct Sapphire Diamond Ring No Heat AGTA Kashmir Hue
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Centerpiece: A "Kashmir-Grade" Marvel At the heart of this masterpiece lies a 2.67 Carat Square Cushion-Cut Sapphire of extraordinary character. While its geographic origin remai...
GIA 7.39ct Natural Ceylon Intense Royal Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring 14K White
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Centerpiece: A Masterclass in Royal Blue Behold a gemstone of significant scale and world-class color. This 7.39 Carat Natural Sapphire originates from the storied mines of Sri L...
2 Carat Emerald-cut Statement Quiet Power Collector-Grade Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Our three-generation ateliers design the architecture around the diamonds and gemstones themselves, carving galleries, claws and bridges in 14K White Gold so the outline of the Emera...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
7 Carat Radiant Statement Brilliant White SI Timeless Brilliance Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Diamond Carat Weight & Presence on the Hand With a total weight of approximately 7 carats, this ring delivers immediate visual presence without losing its elegance.
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Ring Brilliant White 18K Gold Classic Statement
Located in Mumbai, IN
Gal Gadot · Even off-duty, Hollywood figures gravitate to disciplined round stones and soft brilliant white brilliance; this $13999 2 carat round brilliant cut three stone ring feels...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
8 Carat Emerald-cut Statement VVS 14K Precision-Cut Radiance Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Our three-generation ateliers design the architecture around the diamonds and gemstones themselves, carving galleries, claws and bridges in 14K White Gold so the outline of the Emera...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
5 Carat Radiant Statement Brilliant White SI Heirloom-Worthy Glow Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
This quiet repetition of metal and light creates a cohesive high-jewelry narrative without ever feeling forced. Who This Ring Is Made For This ring is for the collector who already u...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
4 Carat Heart Shape Statement Brilliant White VVS 14K White Gold Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Perfume, hair products and lotions should be applied before you wear the ring so residue does not build up on the stones or 14K White Gold surfaces.
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
4.5 Carat Pear Statement Brilliant White / D color VS Quiet Power Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Ring Design, Setting & Craftsmanship In the Legacy workshops, each ring is resolved at the bench around the character of the diamonds, not forced into a pre-made mount.
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
5 Carat Oval Statement Brilliant White F color VS Refined Grandeur Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Our three-generation ateliers design the architecture around the diamonds themselves, carving galleries, claws and bridges in 14K White Gold so the outline of the Oval stones is hono...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
7 Carat Radiant Statement Type IIa Brilliant White / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Our three-generation ateliers design the architecture around the diamonds themselves, carving galleries, claws and bridges in 14K White Gold so the outline of the Radiant stones is h...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
3 Carat Heart Shape Statement Type IIa Brilliant /D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
The carat weight is generous enough to be unmistakable in a room, yet balanced so that the ring never feels overpowering. Ring Design, Setting & Craftsmanship In the Legacy works...
White Diamond
3 Carat Round Brilliant Statement Brilliant White 18K Gold Effortless Elegance
Located in Mumbai, IN
Our three-generation ateliers design the architecture around the diamonds themselves, carving galleries, claws and bridges in 18K Gold so the outline of the Round stones is honoured ...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
5 Carat Pear Statement Fancy Yellow 14K Gold Sunlit Royal Radiance Signature
Located in Mumbai, IN
The effect is polished, modern and unmistakably high jewelry without appearing over-styled. Who This Ring Is Made For This High Jewelry Statement Ring is created for clients who woul...
Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.67 Carat Pear Statement Champagne 14K White Gold Pure Sophistication Heirloom
Located in Mumbai, IN
Our three-generation ateliers design the architecture around the diamonds themselves, carving galleries, claws and bridges in 14K White Gold so the outline of the Pear stones is hono...
Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
3 Carat Cushion Statement Fancy Pink 14K White Gold Rare Fancy-Color Splendour
Located in Mumbai, IN
Our three-generation ateliers design the architecture around the fancy colour diamonds themselves, carving galleries, claws and bridges in 14K White Gold so the outline of the Cushio...
Pink Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
7 Carat Marquise Statement Brilliant White VS 14K White Gold Radiant Elegance
Located in Mumbai, IN
Ring Design, Setting & Craftsmanship In the Legacy workshops, each ring is resolved at the bench around the character of the diamonds, not forced into a pre-made mount.
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Colombian Emerald & Diamond Platinum Mounting Ring, Gübelin Certified
Located in New York, NY
Displaying a deeply saturated green hue and remarkable transparency, the emerald is cut in an elegant octagonal step cut, revealing rich internal fire with every facet. This center ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
$5,840Sale Price|20% Off
Emerald Diamond Ring. 0.90ct Round Emerald Five Stone Engagement Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Sitting approximately 4.00mm above the finger, the ring offers a balanced elevation that enhances the stones without feeling overly prominent.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Diamond Engagement Ring East West Marquise Pave Set Platinum Mounting
Located in Fairfield, CT
Vintage Diamond Engagement Ring East West Marquise Pave Set Platinum Mounting This elegant engagement ring features a 0.72ct marquise-cut white diamond set at the center, its elonga...
Diamond, Platinum
Tacori Reverse Crescent Semi-Mount Halo Engagement Ring Platinum for ~6mm HT2531
By Tacori
Located in Greensboro, NC
Retail Price: $7,950 Size: 6 1/2 Brand: Tacori Design: Reverse Crescent Style Number: HT2531 Metal Content: Platinum Stone Information Cubic Zirconia (placeholder solitaire) Colo...
Platinum
$2,640Sale Price|20% Off
Two Stone Engagement Ring. 0.50 TCW Old Euro Cut Diamond Geometric Platinum JVS2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stones: Diamonds Total Center Diamond Weight: Approx 0.55 Carats Color: J Clarity: VS2 Cut: Old European Cut Secondary Stones: Diamonds Total Additional Diam...
Diamond, Platinum
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.
Star Ruby, Platinum
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 diamond weight (estimated).
Diamond, Platinum
Jadeite Jade & Diamond ring, Platinum Size 9
Located in Northampton, MA
So that in the lowest light, the stone appears nearly imperial in color. A statement ring that says so very much without screaming.
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
$3,680Sale Price|20% Off
Marquise Shape Engagement Ring. 0.50ct Diamond Halo Ring Platinum Bezel Setting
Located in New York, NY
"Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Carat Weight: Approx 0.50 Carats Color: I Color Range: G–H–I Clarity: VS2 Clarity Range: VS1–VS2 Cut: Marquise Cut Secondary Stones: Diamonds...
Diamond, Platinum
Aquamarine Diamond Halo Ring. 2.40ct Emerald Cut Aquamarine Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stone: Aquamarine Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 2.40-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Emerald Cut Secondary Stone: Diamonds Secondary Stone Weight: Approx. 0.6-Carats Secondary Sto...
Aquamarine, Platinum
$4,000Sale Price|20% Off
Aquamarine and Sapphire Diamond Ring. 1ct Aquamarine Double Halo Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Metal: Platinum Stone: Diamond, Aquamarine, Sapphire Stone Cut: Round Cut Style: Art Deco This exquisite peridot ring is a true statement of elegance, featuring approx. 3.70-carats...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Cartier Platinum Ring with Colombian Emerald, AGL Certified
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Set in an elegant blend of platinum and gold, the mounting is sleek, refined, and unmistakably Cartier.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$60,000Sale Price|20% Off
4.50 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring C. Dunaigre
Located in Chicago, IL
The shoulders of the ring are delicately adorned with pavé-set diamonds, adding subtle sparkle and enhancing the vibrancy of the center stone without overpowering it.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Harry Winston Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 1.05ct F VS2 Platinum
By Harry Winston
Located in Fairfield, CT
The diamond is graded F color and VS2 clarity, displaying a bright white appearance and lively faceting within a classic six-prong setting. The elevated mounting allows light to pass...
Diamond, Platinum
Classic 1.38 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Zurich, CH
Unlike lighter commercial mountings, this ring features a substantial gross weight of 5.5 grams of solid Platinum 950.
Diamond, Platinum
$11,440Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond Platinum Ring. GIA 1.30ct Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring H SI1
Located in New York, NY
Additional accent diamonds are thoughtfully set throughout the mounting, totaling approximately 0.19 carats, adding subtle sparkle that complements the center stone without overpower...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Platinum Cabochon Ruby, Ruby and Diamond Ring, 1970s
Located in Miami, FL
Metal: Platinum Weight: 23.11 grams Center Stone: Cabochon Ruby (approx. 65 carats) Accent Rubies: Approx. 2.00 carats total Diamonds: Approx. 1.20 carats total Ring Size: 6.5 Period...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$4,160Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Platinum Ring. 0.60ct Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring I VS1
Located in New York, NY
Additional accent diamonds are thoughtfully set within the mounting, contributing approximately 0.23 carats in total weight and providing subtle sparkle that complements the center s...
Diamond, Platinum
Peridot and Sapphire Ring. 3.70ct Peridot Sapphire Diamond Halo Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Metal: Platinum Stone: Diamond, Peridot, Sapphire Stone Cut: Emerald Cut Style: Art Deco This exquisite peridot ring is a true statement of elegance, featuring a breathtaking 3.70-...
Diamond, Peridot, Sapphire, Platinum
Aquamarine and Sapphire Ring. 1ct Aquamarine Diamond Double Halo Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Metal: Platinum Stone: Diamond, Aquamarine, Sapphire Stone Cut: Round Cut Style: Art Deco This exquisite peridot ring is a true statement of elegance, featuring approx. 3.70-carats...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum Natural 1.10ct Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring – Classic Six Prong
Located in Victoria, BC
Mounting Metal: Platinum (stamped PT) Setting Style: Six-prong solitaire with pierced gallery Shank Width: ~2.30mm (shoulders) tapering to ~2.60mm (base) Ring Size: 5.75 (resizeab...
Diamond, Platinum
$13,040Sale Price|20% Off
French Art Deco Engagement Ring. 1.70ct Old Euro Cut Ring Platinum Engraved KVS2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Carat Weight: Approx 1.70 Carats Color: K Color Range: J–K–L–M Clarity: VS2 Clarity Range: VS1–VS2 Cut: Old European Cut Jewelry Type: Ring St...
Diamond, Platinum
Zambian Emerald Engagement Ring. GIA 4.90ct Emerald Diamond Halo Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
The ring’s handcrafted platinum mounting reflects exceptional craftsmanship, with an intricately designed openwork under-gallery and delicate milgrain detailing that speak to the art...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1 Carat Diamond and Sapphire Halo Ring. Old Euro K VS1 Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
"Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 1.00 Carats Additional Sapphire Weight: Approx 0.50 Carats Additional Diamond Weight: Approx 0.05 Carats Diamond Cut: ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Unheated 2.09ct Burma Ruby No Heat & Diamond Platinum Ring + Certificate
Located in bangkok, TH
n absolutely gorgeous, absolutely lovely unheated, untreated heart shaped ruby from the famed gem mines of Mogok in Burma weighing 2.09ct. The colour is an almost pure hue of red, ty...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$3,680Sale Price|20% Off
Marquise Cut Aquamarine Ring. French Sapphire Halo Diamond Shoulder Platinum
Located in New York, NY
A bezel-set diamond accents each shoulder, introducing subtle brilliance and additional detail without overwhelming the composition. These diamond accents complement the structured p...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$214,400Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. 5 Ct. Round Brilliant Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
The side diamonds are well-matched in both color and clarity, complementing the center stone without overpowering it. This piece carries an interesting provenance: the original Tiff...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
$4,720Sale Price|20% Off
Peridot Double Halo Ring. 3.70ct Peridot Sapphire Diamond Engagement Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Metal: Platinum Stone: Diamond, Peridot, Sapphire Stone Cut: Emerald Cut Style: Art Deco This exquisite peridot ring is a true statement of elegance, featuring a breathtaking 3.70-...
Diamond, Peridot, Sapphire, Platinum
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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