Unheated 3 Stone Sapphire Ring, 5.21 Carat Ceylon Sapphire GIA Certified Orgin
Located in Tampa, FL
Type II. medium light, moderately strong, blue color GIA B 4/4, set with 2 cushion-cut diamonds, a weight 0.40 ct, F color VS-1 & VVS-2 clarity.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
3 Stone Sapphire Ring, 4.41 Carat Unheated Ceylon Sapphire GIA Certified x 3
Located in Tampa, FL
Type II. medium-dark, moderately strong, blue color GIA B 6/4, set with 2 rectangle cut diamonds, a weight 0.42 ct F color VS-1 clarity & 0.42 ct E color VVS-2 clarity.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
3 Stone Ceylon Sapphire Ring, 7.11ct Unheated Platinum Ring GIA Certified x 3
Located in Tampa, FL
Medium, moderately strong, blue color GIA B 5/4, set with 2 oval cut diamonds, a weight 0.50 ct each, E color VS-1 & VVS-2 clarity.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Superb 18.20 Carat Hearth Amethyst .50 Carat Diamond F/VVS One Off Italian Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This beautiful modern ring possess great style and quality in all senses Italian origin – marked with assay and maker punch – individually hand crafted of solid of solid 18 kt gold L...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold
Rare Art Deco G VVS 1.65 Carat Diamond 1.25 Carat Opal Platinum Trilogy Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This is one of the finest ever, beautiful in all sense catches the attention from far away Can be resized depending on the finger size Metal: platinum, tested Hallmarks: none/worn G...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Beautiful Vintage 3.0 Ct Natural Aquamarine .80 CT Old Cut Diamond Trilogy Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Rated as G/H VVS/VS the best in quality for being old cuts full of overwhelming sparkle guaranteed Very fine condition throughout, sits gracefully and eye-catching on finger Quality ...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian Certified 3.59 Ct No Heat Ceylon Sapphire 1.0 Ct Diamond Trilogy Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Spectacular Victorian example of three stone ring Beautiful, classy Trilogy version good for anniversary, engagement or as birthstone date 1890 ca –hand crafted of solid 18 KT rose g...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
3.5 CT Natural Cushion Cut Sapphire Engagement Ring, Vintage Sapphire Ring
Located in Rottedam, NL
Color G-H, clarity VVS-VS; Central sapphire: natural cushion cut stone of 3.5 CT, color: distinctive blue/blue-verdastro; Size: US - 7.5, size EU - 55 1/2, 17.75 Weight: 5.6 g
Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sold|$3,500
Vintage Five-Stone Diamond Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Further Details Below Metal: 18 Kt yellow gold and platinum, tested Hallmarks: none/worn Gems: 5 brilliant cut diamonds totalling approx 1.00 Ct (G/H-VVS) UK size: M 3/4 US size: 6 ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Sold|$4,250
Art Deco 5.20 Carat Aquamarine Diamond Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Metal: 18 Kt white gold, tested Hallmarks: none/worn Gems: 1 emerald cut natural aquamarine of approx 5,20 Ct (11.29 mm. X 10.79 mm.) - 22 half cut diamonds totalling approx 1.20 (G/...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian .60 Carat Solitaire Diamond Rare Target Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Sought after beauty with great age Fine condition all throughout Exquisitely hand crafted during the Glorious Victorian age in lovely Target shape – solid 18 KT gold with silver port...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
1970s Modernist Diamond Amethyst White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Dusseldorf, NRW
1970s Modernist Diamond Amethyst White Gold Cocktail Ring 14k white gold, amethyst (approx. 6 ct.), brilliant cut diamonds (top wesselton, vvs-vs, ca. 0.3 ct. in total) Ring head 1....
Amethyst, White Diamond, 14k Gold
Art Deco 1.05 Carat G VS Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
A superb Art Deco Diamond engagement ring all platinum made Centrally set with a glittering old European cut Diamond of .75 Ct rated G VS with sides tapered baguettes of .30 CT (G VV...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Natural Pink Sapphire Ceylon Origin Diamond Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Gorgeous sleek design from the Art Deco period is this timeless ring dating 1930 ca Striking Platinum crown hosting wonderful mother nature gifts: a superb Natural NO HEAT Ceylon Sap...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Sardinia Red Coral and Diamond Vintage Natural Coral Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Navette shaped Natural not treated Coral deep Red Sardinia variety of high selection. Deep carved as an elongated navette, rich red blemish free. With a gorgeous frame of tiny Diamon...
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
1.60 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Rare Engagement Cluster Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Further Details Below Metal: 18 Kt yellow gold and platinum, tested Hallmarks: none/worn Gems: 1 old European cut diamond of approx .65 Ct (G/VS) – 9 old mine cut diamonds totalling...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 2.20 Carat Old Cut Diamonds Stunning Cluster Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Crown is 12 mm. in diameter with a gross weight of 4.0 grams of gold Although this ring has been very well kept we have had the care of having it polished throughout for getting out ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Edwardian Certified 2.70 Carat No Heat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
X 7.3 mm) whilst the whole crown measures 15 mm. x 12mm. - The exquisite Octagonal cut makes the focal point of this past ear Edwardian ring Comes fully certified by CGS London Labor...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
French Late Deco 1.95 Carat Natural Sapphire .40 Carat Diamond Distinctive Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Emerald cut – intense deep Blue with good transparency – this is totally Natural and good in clarity – flanked by more fancy cut Sapphires same quality for an uniform colour - 2 tape...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Certified Colombian Emerald Diamond Trilogy Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Art Deco trilogy ring set with 4.1 Ct Natural Colombian Emerald of stunning saturated green blue colour hue the most favourite; certified as Colombian origin F2 moderate oil Flanked ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Antique Natural 1.30 Carat No Heat Ruby .65 Carat Diamond Early Rare Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Excellent condition throughout Metal: 19 Kt yellow gold and silver, tested Hallmarks: none/worn Gems: 1 oval faceted table cut natural unheated untreated ruby of approx 1.30 Ct (7.7...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Silver
1930s Birks Ellis Ryrie Diamond Platinum Three Stone Ring
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This lovely ring was made circa 1935. It is set in platinum and holds three bright central round brilliant cut diamonds. (.34 ct, I-J VS1 plus 2 = .53 J-K VS2-SI1).
Diamond, Platinum
Exceptional Quality Art Deco Colombian Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Metal: platinum, tested Hallmarks: none/worn Gems: 1 emerald cut natural Colombian emerald of approx 1.35 Ct (6.86 mm. x 6.36 mm.) - 2 emerald cut natural Colombian emeralds totallin...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco Natural Colombian Emerald Diamond Trilogy Platinum Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Metal: platinum Hallmarks: assay Gems: 1 emerald cut natural Columbian emerald of approx 1.00 Ct (8.03 mm. x 4.98 mm.) - 2 emerald cut diamonds totalling approx 1.20 Ct (G/VVS) UK si...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Exquisite Victorian Colombian Emerald Old Mine Diamond Seven Stone Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Glowing Green Extreme high quality Victorian seven stone Engagement or anniversary ring ring Dates 1890 ca- English origin- finely hand crafted in traditional half hoop design with ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Edwardian 4.50 Carat Natural Emerald .60 Carat Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Beautiful rich gold colour setting of solid 18 KT gold boasting finest past workmanship, with carving details and lovely design The main stone is an antique Natural Emerald of 4.50 C...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
Art Deco 1.55 Carat Colombian Emerald 1.20 Old Mine Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Flanked on sides by two old mine cut Diamonds 1.20 Ct for both G/H VVS/SI – both diamonds are beautiful antique individually hand cut providing a great amount of sparkle Ring is very...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, 24k Gold
Extremely Fine 100 % Natural Red Salmon 3.25 Carat Diamond Rare Drop Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
Matching ring and necklace also available on a different listing Earrings measure 45 mm. x 22 mm. with 26.8 grams of gold weight Excellent condition, dreaming pair Further Details B...
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
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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