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Platinum Ruby and Baguette Diamond Ring
Platinum Ruby and Baguette Diamond Ring

Platinum Ruby and Baguette Diamond Ring

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An exquisite platinum ring featuring two vibrant ruby center stones totaling 0.96 carats, flanked

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings

Materials

Ruby, Platinum

Art Deco Platinum Ruby and Baguette Diamond Ring
Art Deco Platinum Ruby and Baguette Diamond Ring

Art Deco Platinum Ruby and Baguette Diamond Ring

Located in Hicksville, NY

Year: 1930s Item Details: Ring Size: 4.75 (Sizable) Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested

Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Vintage Platinum 1.09ctw Baguette Ruby & Round Diamond Wide Band Ring
Vintage Platinum 1.09ctw Baguette Ruby & Round Diamond Wide Band Ring

Vintage Platinum 1.09ctw Baguette Ruby & Round Diamond Wide Band Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

- 0.09ctw (exact - stamped) (5) Natural Genuine Rubies - Straight Baguette Cut - Channel Set - Very Fine

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Star Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring with Baguette Diamond Side Stones
Star Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring with Baguette Diamond Side Stones

Star Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring with Baguette Diamond Side Stones

Located in Long Beach, CA

, translucent star ruby weighing 4.11cts is showcased between 2 matching pairs of baguette cut diamonds totaling

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

3.21 carats Ruby Baguette and Round Diamond Ring in Platinum
3.21 carats Ruby Baguette and Round Diamond Ring in Platinum

3.21 carats Ruby Baguette and Round Diamond Ring in Platinum

Located in La Jolla, CA

Ruby Baguette and Round Diamond Ring in Platinum 3.21 carat total weight Beautiful Ruby and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

2.20ct Ruby and baguette diamond engagement ring in platinum.
2.20ct Ruby and baguette diamond engagement ring in platinum.

2.20ct Ruby and baguette diamond engagement ring in platinum.

Located in London, GB

2.20ct Ruby and baguette diamond engagement ring in platinum. Burma ruby ring with baguette

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

1925 Art Deco Platinum Ruby and Baguette Diamond Ring
1925 Art Deco Platinum Ruby and Baguette Diamond Ring

1925 Art Deco Platinum Ruby and Baguette Diamond Ring

By Non Branded

Located in Lexington, KY

This beautiful platinum ring comes from the 1925 Art Deco period, and features both diamond and

Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Ruby & Diamond Floral Statement Ring, Baguette Platinum 6.90ct High Jewelry
Ruby & Diamond Floral Statement Ring, Baguette Platinum 6.90ct High Jewelry

Ruby & Diamond Floral Statement Ring, Baguette Platinum 6.90ct High Jewelry

Located in Great Neck, NY

A magnificent Platinum PT950 Burmese Ruby & Diamond Floral Cluster Ring, designed with the same

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

White Diamond Marquise and Ruby Baguette Ring in Platinum
White Diamond Marquise and Ruby Baguette Ring in Platinum

White Diamond Marquise and Ruby Baguette Ring in Platinum

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful 0.14 ct. white diamond marquise shape with 0.87 ct. good quality red ruby baguettes

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

18k Yellow Gold Platinum High Quality 2.82ctw Baguette Ruby & Diamond Ring
18k Yellow Gold Platinum High Quality 2.82ctw Baguette Ruby & Diamond Ring

18k Yellow Gold Platinum High Quality 2.82ctw Baguette Ruby & Diamond Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

Color - 0.47ctw (exact - stamped) (22) Natural Genuine Rubies - Custom Baguette Cut - Channel Set

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Platinum Ring with Oval Ruby and Tapered Baguette Diamonds
Vintage Platinum Ring with Oval Ruby and Tapered Baguette Diamonds

Vintage Platinum Ring with Oval Ruby and Tapered Baguette Diamonds

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

A striking vintage men’s ring crafted in solid platinum, centered by a richly colored oval-cut ruby

Category

Vintage 1950s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

GIA Certified No Heat Burma Carved Ruby Vintage Platinum Baguette Diamond Ring
GIA Certified No Heat Burma Carved Ruby Vintage Platinum Baguette Diamond Ring

GIA Certified No Heat Burma Carved Ruby Vintage Platinum Baguette Diamond Ring

Located in New York, NY

Burma carved ruby. Perfectly set in a vintage platinum band, this ring is a true testament to classic

Category

20th Century American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Platinum Estate Ruby Ring with Round and Baguette Diamond Halo
Platinum Estate Ruby Ring with Round and Baguette Diamond Halo

Platinum Estate Ruby Ring with Round and Baguette Diamond Halo

Located in New York, NY

This vintage estate ring features a vivid 5.52 carat cabochon-cut ruby, framed in a luminous double

Category

Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Vintage Platinum GIA 3.23ctw Cushion Ruby Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring
Vintage Platinum GIA 3.23ctw Cushion Ruby Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring

Vintage Platinum GIA 3.23ctw Cushion Ruby Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

) Material: Solid .850+ Platinum - Stamped PT900 Weight: 7.75 Grams Ring Size: 5.0 (Fitted on a finger. We

Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

GIA Heated Burma Ruby Oval and Baguette Diamond Ring in Platinum
GIA Heated Burma Ruby Oval and Baguette Diamond Ring in Platinum

GIA Heated Burma Ruby Oval and Baguette Diamond Ring in Platinum

Located in Los Angeles, CA

baguettes. Handmade in platinum. Ring size 9.25. Comes with a GIA certificate.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Platinum GIA 1.68ctw Cushion Ruby Round & Baguette Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring
Platinum GIA 1.68ctw Cushion Ruby Round & Baguette Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring

Platinum GIA 1.68ctw Cushion Ruby Round & Baguette Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

(exact) Material: Solid .850+ Platinum - Stamped PT900 Weight: 5.39 Grams Ring Size: 3.0 (Fitted on a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Unique Heavy Platinum 2.34ctw Baguette Ruby & Yellow Diamond Wide Band Ring
Unique Heavy Platinum 2.34ctw Baguette Ruby & Yellow Diamond Wide Band Ring

Unique Heavy Platinum 2.34ctw Baguette Ruby & Yellow Diamond Wide Band Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

–Stone(s): – (28) Natural Genuine Rubies- Straight Cut - Channel Set - Clean Vivid Pinkish Red

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

3.94 Carat Ruby and Baguette Diamond Ring
3.94 Carat Ruby and Baguette Diamond Ring

3.94 Carat Ruby and Baguette Diamond Ring

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Platinum ring, classic style, with hints of "special"… Immediately notice the intense, rich magenta

Category

Vintage 1950s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Oscar Heyman 3.87ct Oval Ruby and Baguette Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
Oscar Heyman 3.87ct Oval Ruby and Baguette Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring

Oscar Heyman 3.87ct Oval Ruby and Baguette Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring

By Oscar Heyman

Located in Chevy Chase, MD

This is an amazingly beautiful ruby and diamond ballerina ring created by iconic designer, Oscar

Category

Late 20th Century American Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Platinum GIA 2.22ctw No Heat Oval Ruby w/ Baguette Diamond Tiered Ring
Platinum GIA 2.22ctw No Heat Oval Ruby w/ Baguette Diamond Tiered Ring

Platinum GIA 2.22ctw No Heat Oval Ruby w/ Baguette Diamond Tiered Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Oval Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Purplish Red Color

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Platinum Ring with 2.09ct GIA Certified Ruby and Baguette Diamonds
Platinum Ring with 2.09ct GIA Certified Ruby and Baguette Diamonds

Platinum Ring with 2.09ct GIA Certified Ruby and Baguette Diamonds

By OGI Ltd

Located in New York, NY

luxurious statement ring or treasured as a long-term investment, this Ruby and Diamond Platinum ring

Category

2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby

Solid Platinum 1.18ctw Round Ruby w/ Baguette Diamond 9.2mm Wide Band Ring
Solid Platinum 1.18ctw Round Ruby w/ Baguette Diamond 9.2mm Wide Band Ring

Solid Platinum 1.18ctw Round Ruby w/ Baguette Diamond 9.2mm Wide Band Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

–Stone(s): – (7) Natural Genuine Rubies- Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Very Brilliant Vivid Red

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

1950 French Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring
1950 French Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring

1950 French Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring

Located in London, GB

Ruby and diamond cocktail ring. Set with fifty three tapered baguette cut natural unenhanced rubies

Category

Vintage 1950s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Platinum Baguette Diamond GIA Certified 4.35 Carat Sugar Loaf Burmese Ruby Ring
Platinum Baguette Diamond GIA Certified 4.35 Carat Sugar Loaf Burmese Ruby Ring

Platinum Baguette Diamond GIA Certified 4.35 Carat Sugar Loaf Burmese Ruby Ring

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Cushion Cut Sugar Loaf Burmese Ruby Engagement Ring. Metal- 90% Platinum, 10% Iridium. Ring Comes With

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

1960s Cabochon Ruby Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring
1960s Cabochon Ruby Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring

1960s Cabochon Ruby Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring

Located in New York, NY

baguettes weighing approximately 4.70 carats. All set in a handcrafted platinum mounting with a ring size of

Category

Vintage 1960s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

2.19 Carat Oval Cut Ruby and Baguette Diamond Halo Platinum Ballerina Ring
2.19 Carat Oval Cut Ruby and Baguette Diamond Halo Platinum Ballerina Ring

2.19 Carat Oval Cut Ruby and Baguette Diamond Halo Platinum Ballerina Ring

By Gad & Co.

Located in Miami, FL

Oval Ruby and Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring. Inspired by the shape of a ballerinas tutu, this

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Platinum GIA 1.86ctw Clean Cushion No Heat Ruby w/ Baguette & Round Diamond Ring
Platinum GIA 1.86ctw Clean Cushion No Heat Ruby w/ Baguette & Round Diamond Ring

Platinum GIA 1.86ctw Clean Cushion No Heat Ruby w/ Baguette & Round Diamond Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

.) Material: Solid Platinum (tested) - Stamped PT900 Weight: 6.23 Grams Ring Size: 6.5 (Fitted on a finger. We

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Oval Ruby and Tapered Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring
Oval Ruby and Tapered Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring

Oval Ruby and Tapered Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring

Located in New York, NY

Oval Ruby and Tapered Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring This ballerina-style cocktail ring is

Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Platinum 0.17ct Diamond and Ruby Three-Stone Ring MF14-101725
Platinum 0.17ct Diamond and Ruby Three-Stone Ring MF14-101725

Platinum 0.17ct Diamond and Ruby Three-Stone Ring MF14-101725

By LB Exclusive

Located in Southampton, PA

Clean lines define the elegant look of this three-stone platinum ring. It features a 1.45-carat

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Platinum

Fine Platinum Genuine Natural Ruby and Diamond Ring '#J3259'
Fine Platinum Genuine Natural Ruby and Diamond Ring '#J3259'

Fine Platinum Genuine Natural Ruby and Diamond Ring '#J3259'

Located in Big Bend, WI

Fine Platinum Genuine Natural Ruby and Diamond Ring (#J3259) Fine platinum ruby and diamond ring

Category

20th Century Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

4.31 Carat GIA Certified Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring
4.31 Carat GIA Certified Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring

4.31 Carat GIA Certified Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A magnificent ring featuring a GIA certified 4.31 carat gem highly saturated red ruby. Two baguette

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

GIA Certified 3.40 Carats of Natural Unheated, Baguette Rubies and Diamond Ring
GIA Certified 3.40 Carats of Natural Unheated, Baguette Rubies and Diamond Ring

GIA Certified 3.40 Carats of Natural Unheated, Baguette Rubies and Diamond Ring

Located in Tokyo, JP

A beautiful Ring made in Platinum featuring 3.40 Carats of Natural Unheated Rubies and 1.41 Carat

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Platinum 1.30ct Ruby & 0.80ct Diamond Dome Ring, Italy 1930s-40s
Platinum 1.30ct Ruby & 0.80ct Diamond Dome Ring, Italy 1930s-40s

Platinum 1.30ct Ruby & 0.80ct Diamond Dome Ring, Italy 1930s-40s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Platinum ring with 3 rubies for a total of 1.30 carats and old cut diamonds for a total of 0.80

Category

20th Century Italian Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

1970s Oscar Heyman Brothers Ruby Diamond Platinum Cluster Ring
1970s Oscar Heyman Brothers Ruby Diamond Platinum Cluster Ring

1970s Oscar Heyman Brothers Ruby Diamond Platinum Cluster Ring

By Oscar Heyman

Located in London, GB

Diamond and ruby cluster ring by Oscar Heyman Brothers. Set with a round old cut diamond, E colour

Category

Vintage 1970s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

David Webb Carved Ruby Bombe Cocktail Baguette And Round Cut Diamond Ring
David Webb Carved Ruby Bombe Cocktail Baguette And Round Cut Diamond Ring

David Webb Carved Ruby Bombe Cocktail Baguette And Round Cut Diamond Ring

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

Ruby and Diamond Bombe Cocktail Ring. With its captivating presence, this ring exemplifies the essence

Category

20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Mid-Century 1.35 CTW Ruby Diamond Platinum Vintage Double Horseshoe Ring
Mid-Century 1.35 CTW Ruby Diamond Platinum Vintage Double Horseshoe Ring

Mid-Century 1.35 CTW Ruby Diamond Platinum Vintage Double Horseshoe Ring

Located in Philadelphia, PA

channel set with baguette cut rubies Weighing approximately 0.90 carat total Transparent medium purplish

Category

Vintage 1950s Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Vintage 1920s Platinum Stamped, Diamond & Ruby Buckle Style Cocktail Ring
Vintage 1920s Platinum Stamped, Diamond & Ruby Buckle Style Cocktail Ring

Vintage 1920s Platinum Stamped, Diamond & Ruby Buckle Style Cocktail Ring

Located in Brighton, GB

Vintage Buckle Style Cocktail Ring Platinum Stamped Circa 1920s This exquisite platinum buckle

Category

Early 20th Century European Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Antique Art Deco 1.10 Carat Diamond and Ruby Platinum Cocktail Ring
Antique Art Deco 1.10 Carat Diamond and Ruby Platinum Cocktail Ring

Antique Art Deco 1.10 Carat Diamond and Ruby Platinum Cocktail Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

(Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as platinum. The ruby and diamond ring is supplied with an independent

Category

20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Sophia D. 3.52 Carat Ruby and Diamond Art Deco Platinum Ring
Sophia D. 3.52 Carat Ruby and Diamond Art Deco Platinum Ring

Sophia D. 3.52 Carat Ruby and Diamond Art Deco Platinum Ring

By Sophia D

Located in New York, NY

Ruby and Diamond ring by Sophia D. The ring features a 3.52 carat Ruby with 0.59 Carat Diamonds

Category

2010s Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Garrards & Co Art Deco 2.09ct Ruby and Diamond Platinum Ring
Garrards & Co Art Deco 2.09ct Ruby and Diamond Platinum Ring

Garrards & Co Art Deco 2.09ct Ruby and Diamond Platinum Ring

By Garrard & Co. Ltd.

Located in Banbury, GB

This fabulous Art Deco ruby and diamond three stone ring is sure to make an absolutely stunning

Category

Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Certified Natural No-Heat Treated Ruby White Diamond Platinum Band Ring
Certified Natural No-Heat Treated Ruby White Diamond Platinum Band Ring

Certified Natural No-Heat Treated Ruby White Diamond Platinum Band Ring

By HYT Jewelry

Located in Hong Kong, HK

This striking platinum band ring features exceptional quality natural no-heat treated Rubies set

Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

GIA Certified 3.40 Carats Unheated Rubies and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
GIA Certified 3.40 Carats Unheated Rubies and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum

GIA Certified 3.40 Carats Unheated Rubies and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum

Located in Tokyo, JP

A beautiful Ring set in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 3.40 Carat Natural unheated Rubies and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Retro 18kt Gold and Platinum Ring with in Rubies and Diamonds
Retro 18kt Gold and Platinum Ring with in Rubies and Diamonds

Retro 18kt Gold and Platinum Ring with in Rubies and Diamonds

Located in Aventura, FL

-century design. At the heart of the ring are 13 baguette cut red rubies, collectively weighing

Category

Vintage 1940s Retro Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Hexagon Open Band Baguette Ruby 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Ring
Hexagon Open Band Baguette Ruby 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Ring

Hexagon Open Band Baguette Ruby 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Ring

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Elegant and timeless, this Hexagon Open Band Baguette Ruby 14K Yellow Gold Ring showcases a vibrant

Category

2010s American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

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Platinum Ruby Baguette Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the platinum ruby baguette ring you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Platinum, Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 77 vintage editions and 49 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect platinum ruby baguette ring may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, 1.5 Carat and 2 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. Creating a platinum ruby baguette ring has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by LB Exclusive, Tiffany & Co. and Boucheron are consistently popular. A baguette cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also oval cut and heart cut versions for sale. Most of our platinum ruby baguette ring for sale are for women, but there are 22 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Platinum Ruby Baguette Ring?

On average, a platinum ruby baguette ring at 1stDibs sells for $3,334, while they’re typically $500 on the low end and $310,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.