Baguette Diamond Multi Row Spiral Ring 18K Rose Gold 1.25Cttw
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful spiral diamond ring is all about sparkle. Crafted in high polished 18k rose gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
White Agate, Pearl, 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 white agate with a flower of diamonds and a pearl on it, surrounded by a frame of diamonds and rubies.
Agate, Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Oval Engagement Ring. GIA 1.50ct Rose Cut Diamond Eternity Accent Ring H-I VS1
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stone: Diamond Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 1.5-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Oval Rose Cut Primary Stone Color: I Color Primary Stone Clarity: VS1 Clarity Secondary Stone: Dia...
Diamond, Platinum
14 Karat Rose Gold 1.25 Carat Diamond and Ruby Retro Ring
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
This fabulous large scale platinum over 14 karat rose gold retro ring weighs 7.4 grams. It contains a stunning European cut diamond mounted in a bezel setting, with a carat weight o...
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold, Platinum
14k White Yellow & Rose Gold Diamond Chevron Stacking Fashion Rings
Located in Newport Beach, CA
We are pleased to offer these Brand New 14k White Yellow & Rose Gold Diamond Chevron Stacking Fashion Rings.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Rose Gold Ruby & Green Garnet Frog Ring with Diamonds
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Rose Gold Ruby & Green Garnet Frog Ring with Diamonds 4 Diamonds - 0.03 CT 32 Green Garnets - 0.51 CT 19 Rubies - 0.39 CT 6 Yellow Sapphires - 0.03 CT 18K Rose Gold - 6.87 G...
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Rose Gold
$2,799Sale Price|4% Off
1.75 Carat Clear Diamond Band Ring in 18k Rose Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in New York, NY
1.19 Carat Clear Diamond Band Ring in 18k Rose Gold Diamond - 1.05 Cts 18 Karat Rose Gold - 1.75 Grams Custom Services Resizing is available.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
White Gold Diamond Halo Engagement Ring - 18k Rose Cut .62ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 8 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 Metal Content: 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .37ct Cut: Rose Color: J Clarity: SI2 Natural Diamonds Carat(s...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
French 19th Century Rose Cut Diamond Black Enamel Solitaire Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Antique solitaire ring, the head is square in shape and adorned with claws down from a rose-cut diamond on a black enamel background.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
0.45ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring in 14k Rose Gold
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The intricate milgrain detail and center design are set with 0.45ct of round brilliant cut diamonds on a 14k rose gold shank, offering a timeless elegance.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Rose Gold Morganite Diamond Halo Ring - 14k Oval 1.55ctw Floral
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 8 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 or Down 1/2 a size for $40 Metal Content: 14k Rose Gold Stone Information Natural Morganite Carat(s): .75ct Cut: Oval Natural Diamonds ...
Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Alex Jona White Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Band Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat rose gold band ring set with white diamonds, F color, VVS1 clarity, weighing 0.65 carats in total.
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1.50 ct Oval Natural Diamond in 14k Rose Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
A beautiful 14K rose gold ring with a 1.50 carat diamond. This beautiful ring is 100% unique and a luxury high-end ring.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
18 Karat Rose Gold, White Diamonds, Rubies and Rubellite Cocktail Ring
By VANLELES
Located in Mayfair, London, GB
Ring crafted in 18K rose gold Mozambican responsibly sourced rubies & rubellites ...
Ruby, Rubelite, White Diamond, Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Antique European Rose Cut Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 4.75 Style: Statement Ring Total Weight: 3.3 Grams Diamond Count: 21 rose cut diamonds Diamond Carat Weight: ~1.00 ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate 18K Rose Gold Cushion Cut Demantoid Garnet & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Winter Springs, FL
Details: Metal: 18K rose gold Center Stone: Cushion cut demantoid garnet Center Stone Weight: Approx. 0.80 carat Diamond Weight: Approx. 1.25 carats total weight Diamond Color:...
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2 Carat Engagement Ring. GIA Rose Cut Diamond Three Stone Ring Platinum K VS2
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite three-stone engagement ring showcases a captivating GIA-certified rose-cut diamond at its center, weighing approx. 2-carats.
Diamond, Platinum
Luca Carati Diamond Flower Cocktail Ring 18K Rose Gold 0.68Cttw C080
By Luca Carati
Located in New York, NY
Luca Carati 18K Rose & White Gold Diamond Cocktail Ring. The ring is set with 0.68cttw of round cut diamonds.
Diamond, Rose Gold
Art Deco GIA 1.06 carat rose cut diamond onyx platinum engagement ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This authentic Art Deco engagement ring showcases a captivating 1.06 carat rose cut diamond certified by GIA under report number 6382831981.
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
$40,000Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Fancy Greenish Yellow Pear Diamond Ring 18K White & Rose Gold
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Elegant ring crafted in 18K white and rose gold, set with a certified natural Fancy Greenish Yellow pear-shaped diamond at the center.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
14K Rose Gold & Diamond Gazebo Fancy Collection Ring (0.09 Ct)
By ZIORO
Located in Paramus, NJ
The Gazebo Fancy Collection Ring in 0.09 Ct Diamonds in 14K Rose Gold embodies modern simplicity and the artistry of jewelry design.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Art Deco GIA 1.06 carat rose cut diamond onyx platinum engagement ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This authentic Art Deco engagement ring showcases a captivating 1.06 carat rose cut diamond certified by GIA under report number 6382831981.
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Oval Shape Blue Tanzanite & White Diamond 18K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.30x1.60x3.00cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "84 White Diamonds 1.07 CT 1 Tanzanite 13.55 CT 18KR 8.00 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Jewelry Our ...
White Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
3.32 Carat Rose Cut Pear Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
This stunning ring features a beautiful 3.32 Carat Rose Cut Pear Diamond, with a Diamond Halo, on a Diamond Shank.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Coral and diamond tank ring in 18k gold and platinum, rose cut diamonds
Located in PARIS, FR
The ring is centred on an orange coral pearl surrounded by two rolls of gold and framed by two lines of eight rose-cut diamonds (sixteen in all).
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
$13,976Sale Price|20% Off
"The Enchanting Rose Gold Ring"
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
ANNIVERSARY Engagement Ring in rose gold 18Kt 5.66 gr with Central Diamond Round Shape 1.6 ct with diamonds G color VS clarity 1.21 ct.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Magnificent 2.66ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k Rose Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Magnificent 2.66ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k Rose Gold - IGI Certified Exude timeless elegance with this stunning 18K rose gold halo diamond ring, designed to captivate from every a...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18K Rose Gold Band Ring with Round and Baguette Natural Diamonds
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
18K rose gold diamond ring with 10 round natural diamonds weighing 0.14 carat total and 3 baguette natural diamonds weighing 0.31 carat total.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
French 1940s Sapphire Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Tank Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark and platinum dog head hallmark.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Topaz, Ruby, Sapphire, Tsavorite, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Amazing ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with two drop topaz in the central part surrounded by leaves and flowers studded with diamonds, tsavorite, ruby and sapphi...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Topaz, Tsavorite, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Classic 0.18ct Round Brilliant Diamond Solitaire Ring in 18K Rose Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
This elegant ring is crafted from 18K rose gold and features a stunning round brilliant diamond with a carat weight of 0.18ct.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Style Rose Cut Diamond Sculptural Dome 14K Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Ring Information Style: Antique Weight: 6.99 g. (approx. in total) Center Gemstones Type: Diamond Shape: Rose Cut Round Shape Average Color: H Average Clarity: SI Size: 4.5 mm.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Rose Cut Diamond & Red Enamel Ring 9KT Gold Circa 1890
Located in Braintree, GB
An elegant Victorian diamond and enamel ring crafted in 9KT rose gold, dating to approximately 1890.
Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold, Enamel
$2,560Sale Price|20% Off
4.00 Carats, Natural Zambian Emerald & Rose Cut Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The combined weight of the Diamonds is 0.20 carats (Rose Cuts) + 0.14 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Peridot Diamond Rose Quartz Topaz Rose Gold 14 Karat Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Established in Switzerland, NATKINA has its roots deep in diversity and heritage — words which are seldom seen together. We come from an international background, traversing multiple...
Diamond, Peridot, Quartz, Topaz, 14k Gold
2.51 ct Pear Shape Natural Diamond in 18k Rose Gold Ring
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
A beautiful 18k rose gold pear shape ring with 3.18 TCW diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18 karat gold Antique Engagement ring - rose diamonds - Edwardian tourbillon
Located in Antwerp, BE
Furthermore, this Edwardian ring is set with fourteen diamond chips/ small rose cut diamonds, encircling the central diamond and turning into the ringband itself.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.80ctw Black Diamond Eternity Ring 18k Rose Gold Size 5.5 Stackable Band
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Diamonds - Total Carats - 0.80ctw Cut - Round Color - Treated Black Please note there are surface reaching inclusions and fractures Metal: 18k Rose G...
Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Platinum and Rose Cut Oval Ring. GIA 2ct Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum I VVS2
Located in New York, NY
Certification: GIA Certificate Carat Weight: 2.00 Carats Stone Cut: Rose Cut Stone: Diamond Jewelry Type: Engagement Ring Jewelry Style: Crown Mounting Ring Color: I Color Clarity: V...
Diamond, Platinum
2.68 Carat Pink Sapphire Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Breathtaking Pink Sapphire Diamond Ring with a beautiful split shank setting!
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Dazzling 2.96ct Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k Rose Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Dazzling 2.96ct Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k Rose Gold - IGI Certified This exquisite 18K rose gold cluster ring features a dazzling 1.10ct round brilliant diamond at its center, of...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$38,500 / item
7.9 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Tri Color Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This stunning ring is crafted from 18-karat gold and hand set with 7.9 carats of white, black and champagne glittering diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger o...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Hermes Diamond Large Amethyst Rose Gold Ring
By Hermès
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Rose Gold Diamond Large Amethyst Ring by Hermes.
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold
14K Rose Gold & Diamond Gazebo Fancy Collection Ring (0.15 Ct)
By ZIORO
Located in Paramus, NJ
Round Diamonds: The ring boasts 17 meticulously selected round diamonds, each securely set in classic prong settings.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$960Sale Price|20% Off
Victorian Inspired Rose Cut Diamond Ring 925 Silver Party Wear Diamond Ring.
Located in Chicago, IL
Victorian Inspired Rose Cut Diamond Ring 925 Silver Party Wear Diamond Ring.
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Chanel Beige / Rose Gold Diamond Coco Crush Ring Size 60 J11100
By Chanel
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A beautiful 18k beige / rose gold diamond Chanel ring from the Coco Crush collection.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Victorian Pearl Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Antique Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering five near-round button pearls set with belcher prongs east to west Graduated and ranging in size from 3.0 to 4.5 mm White, cream, and gray in body color with strong iridesc...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Men's Titanium 18 Karat Rose Gold Round Black Diamond Signet Ring
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
Titanium signet ring is from our Men's Collection. This masculine ring is made of 49 natural black round diamonds in total of 0.49 Carat with a 18K rose gold detail on the band.
Diamond, Black Diamond, Rose Gold, Titanium
Retro 14 Karat Rose Gold, Rubelite and Diamond Cocktail Ring 1940's USA
Located in North Miami, FL
This lovely vintage retro 14 K rose gold ring has scalloped edges housing the square cut rubelite that is surrounded by 4 rose cut diamonds.
Diamond, Rubelite, Rose Gold, Rhodium
Mattioli White Diamonds Rose Gold 18 Karat Ring Hiroko Collection
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Ring in 18k rose gold 0,39 ct. white diamonds If not in stock, manufacture time 4 weeks HIROKO COLLECTION The timeless beauty of Sakura flowers in 18k gold Mattioli’s skilled artis...
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Mattioli Brown Diamonds Rose Gold 18 Karat Ring Hiroko Collection
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Ring in 18k rose gold 0,39 ct. brown diamonds If not in stock, manufacture time 4 weeks HIROKO COLLECTION The timeless beauty of Sakura flowers in 18k gold Mattioli’s skilled artis...
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Men's Titanium 18 Karat Rose Gold Round Black Diamond Band Ring
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
Titanium band ring is from our Men's Collection. This masculine ring is made of 10 natural black round diamonds in total of 0.1 Carat placed along the band with 18K rose gold detail.
Diamond, Black Diamond, Rose Gold, Titanium
Men's Titanium 18 Karat Rose Gold Round Black Diamond Signet Ring
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
Titanium signet ring is from our Men's Collection. This masculine ring is made of 16 natural black round diamonds in total of 0.16 Carat placed on 18K rose gold detail.
Diamond, Black Diamond, Titanium, Rose Gold
14 Karat Rose Gold Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: LeVian Material: 14K rose gold Center Diamond: 1 round brilliant cut = 0.78ct Color : F Clarity : SI1 Diamond: 58 round brilliant cut = 0.30cttw Color : F/G Clarity : SI1 ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Mattioli Brown Diamonds Rose Gold 18 Karat Ring Hiroko Collection
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Ring in 18k rose gold 2,22 ct. brown/white diamonds If not in stock, manufacture time 4 weeks HIROKO COLLECTION The timeless beauty of Sakura flowers in 18k gold Mattioli’s skilled ...
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Mattioli White Diamonds Rose Gold 18 Karat Ring Hiroko Collection
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Ring in 18k rose gold 2,22 ct. white/brown diamonds If not in stock, manufacture time 4 weeks HIROKO COLLECTION The timeless beauty of Sakura flowers in 18k gold Mattioli’s skilled ...
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1.30 Carat Oval Salt-and-Pepper Diamond Rose Gold Engagement Ring
By Ursula Rickmers
Located in Miramar, FL
At Ursula Rickmers Jewelry, we set this ring in 18k rose gold. The warmth of the rose gold softens the contrast between the dark diamond and the bright pavé, giving the ring a romant...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
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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