18K Rose Gold Ring with 3.17 Carat Rose Tambuli-Cut Black Diamond and Accents
Located in Bangkok, Bangkok
Metal: 18K Rose Gold Center-Stone: 3.17 Carat Black Diamond Shape: Pear Shape Rose Tambuli Cut Color: Black Total Diamond Weight: 4.74 Carats
Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Juste Un Clou Ring, Diamonds (Rose Gold)
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Juste Un Clou Ring, Diamonds (Rose Gold) PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 144428 Listing Title: Cartier Juste Un Clou Ring, Diamonds (Rose Gold) Condition Description: Translating to 'j...
Rose Gold
14 Karat Rose Gold Oval Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K rose gold Diamond: 1 oval cut = 0.55ct Color: G Clarity: VS2 Diamond: 116 round brilliant = 0.73cttw Color: G Clarity: VS1-2 Ring Size: 5 (please allo...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
1.00 Carat Diamond Gold Flower Branch Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Very Unusual Flower Branch Ring The ring is 18K White & Rose Gold There are 1.00 Carats in Diamonds F/G SI The ring is a size 7.75, sizable The ring measures 1.25" x 1".
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Antique Rose Diamond and Pearl Mourning Ring, circa 1770.
Located in London, GB
Georgian hair, diamond and pearl mourning ring. Set with twenty eight round rose cut diamonds in closed back grain settings with a combined approximate weight of 0.14 carats, further...
Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold, Silver
Morganite Ring With Diamonds 2.43 Carats 9K Rose Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Morganite: 2.25 Carats Diamond: 0.18 Carats Metal: 9K Rose Gold Ring Size: 8 US Custom sizing avail...
Diamond, White Diamond, Morganite, Gold, Rose Gold
Morganite Ring With Diamonds 2.21 Carats 9K Rose Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Morganite: 2.10 Carats Diamond: 0.11 Carats Metal: 9K Rose Gold Ring Size: 7.25 US Custom sizing av...
Diamond, White Diamond, Morganite, Gold, Rose Gold
Victorian 10K Rose Gold 1.01 Carat Antique Cushion Rose Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Cape May, NJ
Era: Victorian Composition: 10K Rose Gold Primary Stone: One Antique Cushion Rose Cut Diamond Carat Weight: Approximately 1.01 Carats Color/Clarity: N / VVS2 GIA Number: 1236412...
Diamond, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Rose Gold Diamond Small Model Love Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Rose Gold Diamond Small Model Love Ring PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 150401 Listing Title: Cartier Rose Gold Diamond Small Model Love Ring Condition Description: Cartier's Love coll...
Rose Gold
2.09 Carat Ruby and Rose Cut Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2.09 Carat Ruby and Rose Cut Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Cocktail Ring A real statement piece - Ruby and Rose Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring in 14 Karat Rose Gold!
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Morganite Ring With Diamonds 2.58 Carats 9K Rose Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Morganite: 2.38 Carats Diamond: 0.20 Carats Metal: 9K Rose Gold Ring Size: 7.75 US Custom sizing av...
Diamond, White Diamond, Morganite, Gold, Rose Gold
IGI Certified Diamond Ring 0.29 Carats 14K Rose Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the original IGI Certificate All Gemstones are Natural Diamonds = 0.29 Carats Cut: Baguette, Round Color: E-F Metal: 14K Rose Gold Ring Size: 7* US *It can be resized c...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Lapis, Turquoise, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Amazing ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central lapis surrounded by diamonds and turquoises.
Diamond, Turquoise, Rose Gold, Silver
Cartier Rose Gold Diamond Small Model Love Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Rose Gold Diamond Small Model Love Ring PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 151218 Listing Title: Cartier Rose Gold Diamond Small Model Love Ring Condition Description: Cartier's Love coll...
Rose Gold
18 Karat Rose Gold White Diamond Band Ring
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
18K rose gold band ring is from Damier Collection. This classy ring is in square cut, made of natural white diamonds in total of 1.0 Carat.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bvlgari 18k Rose Gold B.zero1 0.28ctw Diamond Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This Bvlgari 18k Rose Gold 0.28ctw Diamond Ring is in excellent condition and ready to ship!
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Burma Ruby and Round Diamond Rose Gold Ring
By H & H Jewels
Located in Miami, FL
Burma Ruby and Round Diamond Rose Gold Ring 18kt. Rose Gold 3.05ct Burma Ruby GIA Certificate #5172138214 0.56ct TW round Diamond E/F VS on each side Handmade prong set ring Size 6.7...
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
14K White Gold GIA 1 Carat SI2 Color G Diamond Engagement Ring, Cluster Ring
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
Natural diamond 1 Carat diamond set on 14k white gold GIA certificate Metal: 14k white gold Color: G Clarity: SI2 Side round stones: 2mm GH diamonds Side pear diamond stones: 2.5x4mm...
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Rose Quartz Malachite Diamond Cocktail Ring in 14 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The malachite accents are handcrafted and weigh in at 4.61 carats, giving the ring a unique and eye-catching touch. To complete the design, 0.65 carats of diamonds have been set to a...
Diamond, Malachite, Quartz, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
18KT Rose Gold Multi-Color Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in 18KT rose gold, this elegant ring features 0.26 carats of brilliant-cut natural diamonds and 0.77 carats of princess-cut natural multicolored sapphires.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
C1700 18K Tudor Period Rose Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
Rare 18ct Tudor period silver set diamond cluster ring with 18k gold band artfully composed of a flower and set with rose diamonds and a closed "pillow" back.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Rubies, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Retrò Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Beautiful retrò ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central diamonds surrounded by diamonds and rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
$1,404Sale Price|25% Off
Antique Circa 1900s 8k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Decorated Rose Design Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 3.6 grams. Totally is diamond 0.80 ct. The diamond is has H-I-J-K color and s1-s2-s3-Pique1 clarity. Ring size is US 7.5 We can any size. The ...
Diamond, Gold
Lapis, Rubies, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Amazing ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central lapis surrounded by rubies and diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
14 Karat Rose Gold Morganite and Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 14K rose gold Morganite: 1 cushion cut = 1.07cttw Diamond: 88 round cut = 0.62cttw Color: G Clarity: SI2 Ring Size: 5.25 (please allow up to 2 additional business days for ...
Diamond, Morganite, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
0.34Ct Natural Diamond Cluster Ring in 9ct Rose Gold
Located in London, GB
Elegant, feminine, and sparkling, this 9ct rose gold cluster ring features 0.34ct of natural diamonds arranged in a charming cluster design.
Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
14k Rose Gold 0.91tcw Diamond 3-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This refined engagement ring is crafted in 14k rose gold and features a dazzling three-stone diamond design.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Morganite Ring With Diamonds 2.43 Carats 9K Rose Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Morganite: 2.25 Carats Diamond: 0.18 Carats Metal: 9K Rose Gold Ring Size: 8 US Custom sizing avail...
Diamond, White Diamond, Morganite, Gold, Rose Gold
Morganite Ring With Diamonds 2.21 Carats 9K Rose Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Morganite: 2.10 Carats Diamond: 0.11 Carats Metal: 9K Rose Gold Ring Size: 7.25 US Custom sizing av...
Diamond, White Diamond, Morganite, Gold, Rose Gold
Morganite Ring With Diamonds 2.58 Carats 9K Rose Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Morganite: 2.38 Carats Diamond: 0.20 Carats Metal: 9K Rose Gold Ring Size: 7.75 US Custom sizing av...
Diamond, White Diamond, Morganite, Gold, Rose Gold
Amethyst, Spinel, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Amazing ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central amethyst surrounded by a frame of diamonds and hydrothermal spinel.
Amethyst, Diamond, Spinel, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Garnet, Rubies, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Fantastic ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central garnet surrounded by leaves studded with diamonds and flowers of rubies.
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Amethyst, Emeralds, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Amazing ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central amethyst and two emeralds.
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
$6,194Sale Price|30% Off
PANIM 18k Rose Gold Diamond Briolette Dangling Ring
By PANIM
Located in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
PANIM 18k Rose Gold Diamond Briolette Dangling Ring Inspired by the beauty of a rain drop, Our Briolette Dangling diamond ring is an absolute show-stopper.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2.5mm Diamond Eternity Ring in 14K Rose Gold
By Bracken Jewelers
Located in Santa Monica, CA
2.5mm diamond eternity ring by Bracken Jewelers, crafted from 14K rose gold and featuring 10 evenly-spaced diamonds totaling 0.08 carats and our signature soft-hammered matte finish.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Rose Gold Ring with Emeralds and Diamonds
Located in PARIS, FR
This exquisite high jewelry ring is crafted in 18K rose gold and showcases exceptional elegance and craftsmanship.
Rose Gold
Diamond and Pearl Rose Gold Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 4.5 Metal Type: 14 Karat Rose Gold and Platinum Top Weight: 3.0 grams Center Diamond Details: Shape: Old European Carat Weight: .45 carat Color: J Clarity:...
White Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Turquoise, Sapphires, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Amazing ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver ring mounted with a central turquoise surrounded by a frame of sapphires and diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Antique 21k Yellow Gold Brown Rose Cut Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
The centerpiece features a cluster of brown rose cut diamonds arranged in a domed, oval setting.
Brown Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
Rose Cut Diamond 14 Karat Gold Snake Ring
Located in Berkeley, CA
This snake ring is fun and fanciful. It has a 0.05 carat rose cut diamond in the head that has a beautiful sparkle offset by the matte finish of the yellow gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold
White & Fancy Diamond 18K Rose Gold Flower Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.50x2.50x3.00cm Color: 18K Rose Gold 66 White Diamonds 0.37 CT 1 Fancy Diamonds 0.08 CT 18KR 13.12 GM 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Jewelry Our Jewelry Collect...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Natural Diamond 14K Solid Rose Gold Band Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Splendid 0.16 Carats Natural Diamond 14K Solid Rose Gold Ring Suggested Replacement Value: Approx. $1,000.00 Stamped: 14K Total Natural Round Cut Diamonds Weight: Approx. 0.16 Car...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Natural Diamond 14K Solid Rose Gold Band Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Splendid 0.16 Carats Natural Diamond 14K Solid Rose Gold Ring Suggested Replacement Value: Approx. $1,000.00 Stamped: 14K Total Natural Round Cut Diamonds Weight: Approx. 0.16 Car...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Coral, Spinel, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Retrò ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with coral and, between of them, hydrothermal spinel.
Coral, Diamond, Spinel, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Pearl, Rubies, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Fantastic ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central pearl surrounded by a flower of rubies and diamonds.
Ruby, Pearl, Diamond, Silver, Rose Gold, 9k Gold
Amethysts, Topaz, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Fantastic ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central part of amethysts and topaz surrounded by diamonds, peridot and topaz.
Topaz, Diamond, Amethyst, Silver, Rose Gold, 9k Gold
Bvlgari B.Zero1 Diamond Band Ring 18K Rose Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Aventura, FL
This Bvlgari B.Zero1 diamond band ring is crafted in 18K rose gold and set with two sparkling rows of natural round brilliant-cut diamonds with approximately 1.27 carats total weight...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Natural Ruby 2cts & Diamond 0.75cts Ring 18k Rose Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a ruby & Diamond gemstone.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Fancy Diamond Pave Set 18K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.00x2.70x2.20cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "65 Fancy Diamonds 0.61 CT 18KR 6.15 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Jewelry Our Jewelry Collections c...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Morganite Ring With Diamonds 2.58 Carats 9K Rose Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Morganite: 2.38 Carats Diamond: 0.20 Carats Metal: 9K Rose Gold Ring Size: 7.75 US Custom sizing av...
Diamond, White Diamond, Morganite, Gold, Rose Gold
Topaz, Rubies, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Amazing ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central topaz surrounded by a frame of leaves and flowers studded with rubies and diamonds.
Topaz, Ruby, Diamond, Silver, Rose Gold, 9k Gold
Cartier Rose Gold Pave Diamond Love Ring B4087600
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k rose gold diamond ring by Cartier from the Love collection.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Morganite Ring With Diamonds 2.43 Carats 9K Rose Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Morganite: 2.25 Carats Diamond: 0.18 Carats Metal: 9K Rose Gold Ring Size: 8 US Custom sizing avail...
Diamond, White Diamond, Morganite, Gold, Rose Gold
Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold and Silver Retrò Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Retrò ring in 14 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Coral, Sapphires, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Fashion ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central coral surrounded by petals of sapphires and diamonds.
Sapphire, Diamond, Coral, Silver, Rose Gold, 9k Gold
$1,399Sale Price|22% Off
Morganite Ring With Diamonds 2.21 Carats 9K Rose Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Morganite: 2.10 Carats Diamond: 0.11 Carats Metal: 9K Rose Gold Ring Size: 7.25 US Custom sizing av...
Diamond, White Diamond, Morganite, Gold, Rose Gold
Topaz, Rubies, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Amazing ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central topaz surrounded by rubies and leaves studded with diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Topaz, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
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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