Vintage Men’s Swirl Ring with GIA Certified 1.03 Carat Diamond in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Designed in a bold bombe form with ribbed contours, the ring evokes the power and elegance of mid-century men’s jewelry.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 1.02 Carat Pigeon's Blood Red Burmese Ruby Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
Early cultures treasured rubies for their similarity to the redness of the blood that flowed through their veins, and believed that rubies held the power of life. The ring is made in...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.08 Carat Burmese, Pigeon Blood Color Ruby Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
Early cultures treasured rubies for their similarity to the redness of the blood that flowed through their veins, and believed that rubies held the power of life. The ring is made in...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.39 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
Early cultures treasured rubies for their similarity to the redness of the blood that flowed through their veins, and believed that rubies held the power of life. The ring is made in...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1.66ct Diamond Men’s Wedding Ring in 18K Yellow Gold – GIA Quality, Art Deco
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Whether gifted as a luxury anniversary token, a bespoke engagement band, or a statement piece of personal power, this ring is tailored for those who demand excellence in every facet ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Diamond and Amethys Royalty Ring, Olympus Art Certified 16.64 Carat Lemon Quartz
By OLYMPUSART
Located in Istanbul, TR
Olympus Art design artists created ''Amethys Royalty Ring'' with this knowledge and idea... Two eye shaped amethys stones on top of the ring represent royalty, power and protection.
Amethyst, Diamond, Quartz, Rose Gold
2.01 Carat Natural Burmese Ruby Ring Set in Platinum Certified by GIA
Located in Tokyo, JP
Early cultures treasured rubies for their similarity to the redness of the blood that flowed through their veins, and believed that rubies held the power of life. The ring is made in...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1.06 Carat Natural Vivid Red Ruby and Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
Early cultures treasured rubies for their similarity to the redness of the blood that flowed through their veins, and believed that rubies held the power of life. The ring is made in...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 3.17 Carat Siam Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
Early cultures treasured rubies for their similarity to the redness of the blood that flowed through their veins, and believed that rubies held the power of life. The ring is made in...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Suzy Levian Sterling Silver Sapphire and Diamond Accent Pave Ball-Top Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
This ring is designed by Suzy Levian with a message. By creating jewelry that is beautiful inside and out, Suzy Levians message is revealed through a hidden secret signature diamond ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sterling Silver
Zorab Creation Exquisite Two Faced Horse Ring in 10.22 Carats Of Fancy Diamonds
By Zorab Creation
Located in San Diego, CA
Order your Two-Faced Horse Ring today and wear a symbol of the magnificent world of horses and the enduring power of contrasts.
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, Black Spinel, 18k Gold, Pa...
GIA Certified 1.08 Carat, Pigeon Blood Red, Burmese Ruby Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
Early cultures treasured rubies for their similarity to the redness of the blood that flowed through their veins, and believed that rubies held the power of life. The ring is made in...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.02 Carat Burmese Origin Ruby and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
Early cultures treasured rubies for their similarity to the redness of the blood that flowed through their veins, and believed that rubies held the power of life. The ring is made in...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.14 Carat Natural, Unheated Ruby and Diamond Ring set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
Early cultures treasured rubies for their similarity to the redness of the blood that flowed through their veins, and believed that rubies held the power of life. The ring is made in...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Wendy Brandes 1.48 TCW Black Diamond Taurus Bull Ring With Surprise Inside
By Wendy Brandes
Located in New York, NY
The Bull and Bullfighter Ring is the fourth in Wendy Brandes's seven-ring Maneater series, a collection that upends assumptions about power.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, ...
AIGS Certified 1.12 Carat Natural No Heat, Vivid Red Ruby Ring made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
Early cultures treasured rubies for their similarity to the redness of the blood that flowed through their veins, and believed that rubies held the power of life. The ring is made in...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.00 Carat Natural Burmese Ruby and Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
Early cultures treasured rubies for their similarity to the redness of the blood that flowed through their veins, and believed that rubies held the power of life. The ring is made in...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GRS Cert. 2.18 Carat Natural Burmese, Pigeon's Blood Ruby Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
Early cultures treasured rubies for their similarity to the redness of the blood that flowed through their veins, and believed that rubies held the power of life. The ring is made in...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage Toi et Moi 18k Gold Ring with 2.70 ctw in Old mine Diamonds
Located in Aventura, FL
Step into a world of timeless romance and breathtaking beauty with the Toi et Moi 18k white Gold Ring, a true testament to the enduring power of love.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold 2.19 Carat Natural Emerald and Diamond Solitaire Band Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat White Gold 2.19 Carat Natural Emerald and Diamond Solitaire Band Ring A true testament to the power of simplicity, this striking ring is an ideal choice.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.10 Carat Natural Burmese Ruby Ring Set in Platinum and 18k Gold
Located in Tokyo, JP
Early cultures treasured rubies for their similarity to the redness of the blood that flowed through their veins, and believed that rubies held the power of life. The ring is made in...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Art Deco Emerald-Cut Diamond Ring France, circa 1930
Located in New York, NY
Details • Origin: France • Period: Circa 1930 • Stones: 3 emerald-cut diamonds • Total weight: Approximately 4.20 carats • Metal: Platinum • Weight: 8.4 grams • Size: 7 • Condition...
Diamond, Platinum
1.02 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Three-Stone Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
Early cultures treasured rubies for their similarity to the redness of the blood that flowed through their veins, and believed that rubies held the power of life. The ring is made in...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.40 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
Early cultures treasured rubies for their similarity to the redness of the blood that flowed through their veins, and believed that rubies held the power of life. The ring is made in...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
3.65ct Blue Moonstone with Blue Sapphire Halo in 18K White Gold
By Soley Gems
Located in Westport, CT
Set of polished white gold, Thalina is a ring of quiet power and celestial beauty. Details: • 18K White Gold: 3.8 g • Blue Sapphire: 0.36 ct • Blue Moonstone: 3.65 ct • Natural gems...
Diamond, Moonstone, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.18 Carat Siam 'Thailand' Ruby and Diamond Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
Early cultures treasured rubies for their similarity to the redness of the blood that flowed through their veins, and believed that rubies held the power of life. The ring is made in...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Rings: Symbols of Wealth, Power and Affection by Diana Scarisbrick (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
With rings, lovers and wedded couples pledged their faith, kings and popes exercised their power, noblemen displayed their lineage, merchants marked their goods.
1.02 Carat Natural, Marquise 'Burma' Ruby and Diamond Pendant Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
Early cultures treasured rubies for their similarity to the redness of the blood that flowed through their veins, and believed that rubies held the power of life. The ring is made in...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Sterling Silver Stellated Star Ring
By John Brevard
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This limited edition, Sterling Silver Stellated Star Ring is an embodiment of monumental power and strength.
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Stellated Star Ring
By John Brevard
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This limited edition, Sterling Silver Stellated Star Ring is an embodiment of monumental power and strength.
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Stellated Star Ring
By John Brevard
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This limited edition, Sterling Silver Stellated Star Ring is an embodiment of monumental power and strength.
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Stella Thimble Ring
By John Brevard
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This unique, sterling silver statement ring is an embodiment of monumental power and strength.
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Stella Thimble Ring
By John Brevard
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This unique, sterling silver statement ring is an embodiment of monumental power and strength.
Sterling Silver
Jay Strongwater Enchanted Garden Enamel Flower Cocktail Ring, Contemporary
By Jay Strongwater
Located in Milford, DE
Flower power! An ornate floral statement ring featuring a blooming flower painted black and yellow enamel and accented with jet-black crystals.
Crystal, Gold Plate
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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