Poniros 18 karat White Gold Band Ring with Aquamarines and Diamonds
By Poniros
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
Framing these focal points is a brilliant-cut diamond pavé, totaling 0.36ct across 36 stones.
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k Yellow Gold Ring with 1ct natural Sapphire & 10 Brilliant Diamonds
Located in Berlin, BE
Encircling the sapphire are 10 brilliant-cut diamonds, each weighing around 0.10 carats, with exceptional VVS-VS clarity and an F-G color grade, ensuring a remarkable sparkle that be...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.02 ct. Round Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Sausalito, CA
Lady's diamond engagement ring with 1.02ct round brilliant cut center stone, enhanced by princess cut illusion set side stones.
$56,000Sale Price|20% Off
H. Stern 18K Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring
By H. Stern
Located in Chicago, IL
The center stone is complemented by approximately 3.00 carats of princess-cut diamonds, graded in the G–H color range with VVS clarity, adding brilliance and architectural contrast t...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,887Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage Circa 1970s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
Total weight is 5.5 grams. Totally is baguette cut diamond 0.40 ct. Totally princess cut diamond 0.30 ct.
Diamond, 18k Gold
18k 750 Yellow Gold Natural Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Natural Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring Metal Type: 18K White Gold Total Item Weight: 6.9 Grams Ring Size: 7 (Resizable) Dimensions: Length: 35.0 cm X Width: 18.0 cm X Height: 6.0 cm 1: ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$56,000Sale Price|30% Off
GRS 18K 8.02 Ct Natural Sri Lanka Royal Blue Sapphire&Diamonds Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
Main Stone Variety: Natural Sapphire Shape: Heart Brilliant Cut Weight: 8.02 Carat Color: Royal Blue Origin: Sri Lanka Treatment: Heated Side Stone Variety: Natural Diamond Shape: ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gorgeous 1.66ct Diamonds Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Gorgeous 1.66ct Diamonds Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified Elegant and full of character, this 18k white gold ring centers around a 1.07ct cushion-cut diamond, boasting a near-...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Large Natural No Heat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Metal: platinum Hallmarks: assay – sapphire CW – diamonds TCW Gems: 1 certified oval faceted cut unheated blue Ceylon sapphire of 7.46 Ct (13.93 mm. x 11.08 mm.) – 2 pear 2 rectangul...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Pinky Ring Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
This yellow sapphire and diamond pinky ring features a faceted oval-cut sapphire of brilliant color (3.20 carats) surrounded by a crown of round diamonds.
White Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold,...
Rachel Koen Diamond Accent Engagement Ring Casting Platinum 1.25 Cttw
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful engagement ring casting is crafted in platinum. It features 18 baguette cut and princess cut channel set diamond accents weighing appx. 1.25 cttw.
Diamond, Platinum
Ruby and Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The ruby and diamond cocktail ring features a faceted oval-cut ruby of brilliant color (4.40 carats) flanked by 2 princess-cut diamonds (0.75 carats) with a descending row of custom-...
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby with Diamonds in Rose Gold Engagement Ring by Alexander Leyser
Located in Kirschweiler, DE
Item Specifications: Model: Paris 1925 No.2 18k rose gold, 1 ruby (heated), 6 x 4 mm oval-cut (0.7 ct.), 2 princess-cut diamonds (DEF / VVS) (approx. 0.06 carat), 2 brilliant-c...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Emerald with Diamonds in White Gold Engagment Ring by Alexander Leyser
Located in Kirschweiler, DE
It is set with a 0.5-carat oval emerald, accompanied by princess-cut diamonds and small brilliant-cut diamonds along the ring shoulders.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Paraiba Brilliant Ring 0.17 ct 0.16 ct 950 Platinum particularly pure Gemstones
Located in Viena, Viena
is also one of the most beautiful 101 gemstones in the collection of Pabst Yavorskyy the neon blue green PARAIBA tourmaline, an outstanding gemstone in the world of crystals, the bag...
Diamond, Paraiba, Platinum
Stunning 6.23ct Zircon and Diamonds Cocktail Ring in 14k Yellow Gold - GIA
Located in רמת גן, IL
Stunning 6.23ct Zircon and Diamonds Cocktail Ring in 14k Yellow Gold - GIA Certified Elevate your style with this 14k yellow gold cocktail ring, featuring a captivating 5.78ct cushi...
Diamond, Zircon, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Diamonds 1.00 carats 18KT White Gold Cluster Statement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
From the sleek lines of the Baguette and Princess cuts to the graceful curves of the Marquise and the timeless allure of the round-shape diamonds, every facet of this ring contribute...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Blue Ceylon Sapphire Ring 30 Carats GIA Diamond Cocktail Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
All diamonds are of top quality (F/G-VVS, color, clarity, and cut).
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Fancy Color and White Diamond Band Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
All Our diamonds are of top quality (color, clarity and cut, F/G-VVS).
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Certified Natural No-Heat Treated Ruby White Diamond Platinum Band Ring
By HYT Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
NX-1095) - Square-shape Princess-Cut White Diamonds total 0.69 carat (color E-F, clarity VVS-VS) - Made of Platinum - Ring Size US6 (can be sized upon request) HYT Jewelry is a Fin...
White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1933 Nordic Ring natural Blue Spinel Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø US 5.75 /1.7gr
Located in SE
Art -Deco period Three stones Ring featuring a band in solid 18K Yellow Gold with Platinum clusters holding three old - diamond hand-cut natural stones. Natural Blue with a weak tin...
Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Natural Diamond 1.01 Carats 18 Karat White Gold Cluster Statement Designer Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Dazzling Baguette and round-cut diamonds form a spectacular cluster in this stunning white gold duo cluster ring in Bypass Spilt Shank with Princess cut diamond on the shank.
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 18K YG and Platinum Tanzanite and Diamond Ring
Located in Princeton, NJ
Platinum and 18K Yellow Gold Tanzanite and Diamond ring. This ring features a cushion cut Tanzanite stone weighing 6.35 carats and 32 princess cut diamonds weighing 2.06 carats.
$1,680Sale Price|20% Off
0.85ct Natural Diamond Three-Stone Ring 18K White Gold
Located in Sant Josep de sa Talaia, IB
Diamond Details: Center Diamond Type: Natural Diamond Cut: Princess Weight: 0.55 carats Dimensions: 4.60 x 4.20 x 3.30 mm Color: F–G Clarity: VVS Finish: ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$14,800Sale Price|20% Off
3.70 Carat Marquise, Pear, Princess and Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
18K White Gold 3.7 ct Marquise, Pear, Princess, & Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Drop/Dangle Earrings. There are 60 (30 per earring) Natural Marquise Brilliant Cut Diamonds weighing...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
$36,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. 1.76 Ct. Grace Platinum Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
It features a center diamond that weighs 1.76 ct, with a Princess Brilliant cut, F color, VS1 clarity, and excellent ratings for cut, polish, and very good symmetry.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco inspired Emeralds in White and Yellow Gold Ring b Alexander Leyser
Located in Kirschweiler, DE
Item Specification: Model: PARIS 1925 No.1 18k yellow gold & white gold, 3 emeralds 3.2 mm round (approx. 0.4 carat), 4 princess-cut diamonds DEF / VVS 1.4 mm (0.06 carat), ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Geometric Gold Fancy Yellow Diamond & White Emerald Cut Diamond Bracelet
Located in Great Neck, NY
Handcrafted in substantial 18K white gold, the bracelet is designed with a sequence of articulated square panels, each centering on an invisible-set cluster of princess-cut fancy yel...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White G...
Modern 1.13 Carat Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pair of earrings in 18 karat white gold. These charming diamond earrings are formed in their center of a princess- cut diamond surrounded by four navette diamonds set with claws.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Modern 1, 38 Carat Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
Made with great care, these diamond earrings present in their center a princess- cut diamond surrounded by four shuttle diamonds set with claws.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Earrings Ruby Diamonds solid 18K Gold /5.3 gr
Located in SE
On each earring, there are 12 natural Rubies of gradual sizes, 11 princess cuts, and one triangular cut. The largest princess cuts about 2.25 mm x 2.25 mm / 0.08 ct, the smallest 1.7...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 0.80 Carat Faint Green VS1 Clarity Diamond
Located in บางรัก, TH
Our radiant shaped diamond is a versatile and dazzling cut that combines the brilliance of a round diamond with the elegant, angular shape of an emerald cut.
Diamond
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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