G.I.A. No Heat Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Halo Handmade Princess Diana Style Ring
Located in Tampa, FL
No Heat Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Halo Handmade Princess Diana Style Ring Sapphire - Natural Weight - 3.93 Carats Measurements - 10.57 x 7.73 x 5.47mm Shape - Oval Treatment - N...
Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Three-Stone Platinum Diamond Wedding Ring "Diana" 1.10 Carat
Located in Wailea, HI
Three Stone Platinum Diamond Wedding Ring "Diana" 1.10 carats Three Princess Cut Diamonds weighing 1.10 carats approximately [GH VVS- Si1] Fine Quality Currently Size 6.5 Can B...
White Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 5.09 Carat E-VS2 Engagement Ring
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 5.09 Carats E-VS2 Princess cut Engagement Ring, Certified by GIA, surrounded by 2.00 carats of round cut diamonds. Custom made ring.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
3.95 Carat Multi Shaped Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18KT two tone multi shaped fancy yellow diamond ring with 3.95 carats of five yellow diamonds and 0.90 carats micro pave diamonds. Ring size: 6.5 Can be resized to any finger size. ...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
3.54 Carat Multi Shaped Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18KT two tone multi shaped fancy yellow diamond ring with 3.54 carats of five yellow diamonds and 0.90 carats micro pave diamonds. Ring size: 6.5 Can be resized to any finger size. ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 4.20 Carat Green Emerald in Halo by 1.80 Carat of Diamonds Ring
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful Princess Diana Style 18k Yellow Gold Ring features GIA Certified Gem Quality Bright Color 4.20 Carats Oval Shaped Green Emerald in Halo by Round Diamonds and Side Diam...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
4.5 Carat Aquamarine Ring
By Istanbul Diamond House
Located in Bayazıt, TR
Our 4.5 Carat Aquamarine ring is inspired by Princess Diana's Aquamarine Ring, which symbolizes her freedom.
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold
Estate 14 Carat Red Orange Tourmaline & Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Imagine the feeling you'll have wearing this unique estate heirloom, reminiscent of the renowned Princess Diana engagement ring. Condition: Very good Era: Estate contemporary Year: ...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.31 Total Carat Sapphire and Diamond Ladies Ring
Located in New York, NY
3.31 Total Carat Sapphire and Diamond Princess Diana Victorian Style Ladies Ring -Metal Type: 18K White Gold -2.05 Carat Cushion Cut Natural Blue Sapphire -1.26 Carat Pear Cut Natu...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Platinum Halo Diamond GIA 5.18 Carat No Heat Color Change Sapphire Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
GIA Report Number 1232841872 Here's a chance for you to get a rare color change no heat sapphire that is set in a handmade diamond platinum Princess Diana style engagement ring. Th...
$4,744Sale Price|20% Off
Platinum Ring with 2.80ct GIA-Certified Ceylon Sapphire & Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Perfect For: Engagement or Anniversary Ring: A meaningful and luxurious alternative to the traditional diamond solitaire Luxury Gift: For milestone birthdays, wedding anniversaries,...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Angara GIA Certified Natural Teal Montana Sapphire Diamond Ring 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 14k solid gold ring features a timeless floral design and is inspired by Princess Diana's engagement ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
Cabochon Emerald Diamond Halo 2 Tone Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A classic Princess Diana style gemstone engagement ring. Centered by a glowing near 2 carat oval emerald with a lush, vibrant medium-dark green, complimented by a yellow gold bezel.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 9.28Ct Cushion Cut Deep Blue Natural Sapphire Ring
By The Diamond Source
Located in San Diego, CA
Some of the most beautiful and valuable sapphires come from Ceylon -- as did Princess Diana's iconic engagement ring. The design of this ring is reminiscent of a crown and the blue d...
Sapphire, Platinum
14k Yellow Gold Ring with 1ct natural Sapphire & 10 Brilliant Diamonds
Located in Berlin, BE
This stunning 14k yellow gold ring is inspired by the iconic engagement ring of Princess Diana.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$57,750Sale Price|30% Off
GRS Certified 8.31 Carat Burmese Ruby Diamond White Gold Halo Ring
Located in Trumbull, CT
This Princess Diana inspired ring is hand crafted with the classic four prongs setting in 18K white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,374Sale Price|25% Off
14K Yellow Gold White Sapphire and Green Tsavorite Ring, 1.65ct
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Sapphires, known for their captivating allure, are not only September’s birthstone but also a symbol of royal romance. Princess Diana's famous engagement ring, now worn by Catherine,...
Tsavorite, Other, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$162,250Sale Price|44% Off
Natural No Heat Ceylon Blue Sapphire Ring 14.74ct Oval Diamond Halo 18K White
Located in Great Neck, NY
Viewed in motion, the piece reveals extraordinary light play the sapphire radiates from within, while the diamonds create a halo of white fire that dances around the gem. The ring’s ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White G...
$4,701Sale Price / item|20% Off
Made to Order GIA Certified Engagement Ring Oval Diamond Cut
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Oval The Oval cut diamonds have been the favorites of stars and celebrities for many decades. The world-famous ring of Princess Diana was exactly this cut. It is worth noting that d...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Natural Unheated Burmese Ruby Diamond Cluster Yellow Gold Modern Engagement Ring
Located in Lisbon, PT
A charming “Lady Di” engagement ring featuring a dazzling natural unenhanced Burmese ruby claw-set to the centre, encircled by 14 similarly-set round brilliant-cut diamonds, to a clu...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Gold 7 Carat Tanzanite and Diamond Halo Ring by LeVian
By Le Vian
Located in Venice, CA
Designed by LeVian, this ring emulates Princess Diana’s engagement ring—one of the most iconic pieces of jewelry in history.
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold
$59,500Sale Price|30% Off
Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Oval 7.12 Carat No Heat Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
This stunning Princess Diana-style ring features a rare 7.12 Carat Oval shape GIA certified Burmese Un-Heated Blue Sapphire surrounded by twelve (12) brilliant round diamonds in a t...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Asprey, Certified Sapphire (5.5 ct Royal Blue Natural, Unheated) & Diamond Ring
By Asprey London
Located in London, GB
High jewellery statement ring, centering royal blue colour, cushion shape sapphire, surrounded by melee round brilliant cut diamonds and two trillion cut diamonds on shoulders which ...
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
New Platinum 4.79ctw GIA No Heat Oval Blue Sapphire & Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This stunning Princess Diana design engagement/cocktail ring is newly crafted in solid platinum.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Emilio Jewelry Certified Cornflower Blue No Heat Sapphire Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
It started from the British royal family’s Prince Charles’ proposal to Princess Diana in 1981. The wedding ring was made of Sri Lankan sapphires as the main stone.
Sapphire
$944Sale Price|20% Off
Three-Stone Blue Sapphire and White Sapphire Ring in Sterling Silver
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
The blue sapphire is famously known as the choice for Princess Diana's engagement ring, now worn by Catherine, Princess of Wales.
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Sterling Silver
Aria Jewelry Design Multi-Color Sapphire Necklace, 19-Inch Adjustable
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
A Symbol of Romance and Royalty Sapphires are most famously known as September's birthstone, but their rich history extends far beyond that. For example, Princess Diana’s engagement ...
Sapphire
Adjustable 19-Inch Multi-Color Sapphire Necklace by Aria Jewelry
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
A Royal and Timeless Gemstone Sapphires are most well-known as the birthstone for September, but their rich history and enduring beauty make them a coveted gemstone year-round. Famou...
Sapphire
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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