$2,520Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 14k Gold Top Silver Natural Rose Cut Diamond And Emerald Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
Total weight: 11.1 grams Ring size: US 8.25, resizable to any size on request Condition: very good Vintage Circa 1960s 14k Gold Top Silver Natural Rose Cut Diamond And Emerald Ring ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Silver
1.41 Carat Rose cut Diamond Cocktail Between the Finger Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold & sterling silver with blackened finish. Handcrafted in 1.41 carats diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
0.57cttw Pave Set Diamond Chain Link Band Ring 18k Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in high polished 18k rose gold. Total diamond weight: 0.57Cttw. Diamond quality: Color G-H and Clarity VS-SI.
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
Zac Posen 14 Karat Rose Gold Paulette Morganite and Diamond Ring
By Zac Posen
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Zac Posen Material: 14k rose gold Diamond: 64 round brilliant cut= 0.50cttw Color: I / J Clarity: SI2 Ring Size: 8 (please allow up to 2 additional business days for sizing...
Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$1,170Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Circa 1900s 8k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
An antique solitaire ring in 8k gold, circa 1900s. Total weight: 3.3 grams Ring size: US 6.5, resizable to any size on request Condition: very good Dimention is diamond 0.50 carat....
Diamond, Gold
$488Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified Natural uncut rose cut Diamond sterling silver Statement Ring
Located in Delhi, DL
-Diamond type- Natural rose cut, natural uncut diamond -Diamond color- white with a tint of grey -Diamond weight- 4.25ctw -Metal- 925 Sterling silver Metal color- oxidized silver...
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Amwaj 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring with Citrine and Diamonds
By Amwaj Jewellery
Located in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
Artfully angled to display the magnificent centerpiece in Amwaj 18 karat rose gold ring that features emerald cut citrine that is swirled by white diamonds.
Citrine, Diamond, Rose Gold
$936Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Circa 1900s 10k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
An antique solitaire ring in 10k gold, circa 1900s, set with a natural diamond of approximately 0.20 carats (I color, SI1 clarity). Total weight: 1.7 grams Ring size: US 5.2, resiza...
Diamond, 10k Gold
Vintage 14ct Rose Gold 1960’s Cabochon Emerald & Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Emerald & Diamond Ring 14ct Gold Tested Circa 1960’s Fabulous, vintage cocktail ring.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Rose Gold Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring 1940s 14 Karat
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning 1940s Ring. 15 diamonds total 1.5 carts, as well as 10 prong set graduated in size rubies. 13 prong set diamonds as well. Ring is a size 7 but can be sized up or down by us ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$2,440Sale Price|20% Off
Architectural Octagonal Diamond Ring in 18K Rose Gold and Enamel
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Product Specifications Feature Details Product Category Ring Metal Type 18KT Rose Gold Metal Weight 6.73g Diamond Total Weight 0.45ct Accent Material White & Purple Enamel Design...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
Elegant 1.51ct Diamond Halo Pave Ring in 14K Rose Gold - AIG Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
A timeless statement of elegance, this ring features a stunning 1ct oval natural diamond at its center, beautifully framed by a sparkling halo of fine diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
14 Karat Rose Gold Champagne Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 14K rose gold Center Diamond: 1 round brilliant cut = 1.10ct Color: champagne Clarity: VS2 Diamond: 22 round brilliant cut = 0.49cttw Color: I Clarity: VS2 Ring Size: 3.75 ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique French snake ring in 18K gold with rose-cut diamond, circa 1900
Located in PARIS, FR
The reptile's head is set with a 0.17 ct Dutch rose-cut diamond. Antique ring, circa 1900, France.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Classic Wide Black White Diamond 14K Rose Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
RIng 14K Rosę Gold Diamond 61-RD-0,3 ct Diamond 34--0,8 ct Diamond 34--0,88 ct SIze US 7 Weight 8,51 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a...
Diamond, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Dazzling 1.31ct Sapphire and Diamonds Cocktail Ring in 18k Rose Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Dazzling 1.31ct Sapphire and Diamonds Cocktail Ring in 18k Rose Gold - GIA Certified This stunning 18k rose gold cocktail ring showcases a captivating 0.88-carat oval pink sapphire,...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
BVLGARI Rose Gold Diamond Serpenti Viper Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
BVLGARI Rose Gold Diamond Serpenti Viper Ring PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 159501 Listing Title: BVLGARI Rose Gold Diamond Serpenti Viper Ring Condition Description: Born on Rome's Via Cond...
$2,500Sale Price|35% Off
Contemporary 14K White/Rose Gold Diamond Halo Split Shank Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a stunning contemporary 14k white and rose gold diamond ring featuring a halo split shank.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. 0.18ct Diamond 18ct Rose Gold Harmony Solitaire Ring - Size: US 4
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"Tiffany & Co. 0.18ct Diamond 18ct Rose Gold Harmony Solitaire Ring Product Details Brand: Tiffany & Co.
Diamond, Rose Gold
$1,990Sale Price|28% Off
Nazarelle 14 Karat Rose Gold Cushion Morganite and Diamond Ring
By Nazarelle
Located in Houston, TX
This ring is designed by Nazarelle and made in 14k rose gold.
Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold
Natural Opal Diamond Marquise Floral Ring in Solid 9K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
The combination of an Opal Diamond Ring in warm 9K Rose Gold makes it a meaningful choice for everyday elegance or a cherished gift.
Opal, Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Roberto Coin Diamond & Gemstone Cocktail Ring 18K Rose Gold Size 7
By Roberto Coin
Located in New York, NY
The ring is crafted in 18k rose gold. Showcasing a center prong set faceted citrine with round cut diamonds, brown diamonds, citrine quartz, black sapphires.
Citrine, Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1940s Ruby & Diamond Floral Bow Burst Cocktail Ring – 14K Rose Gold
Located in Santa Monica, CA
A genuine 1940s vintage ring in 14K rose gold cocktail ring featuring a 0.43ct old European cut center diamond and six small rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Diamond Cluster Rose Gold Navette Ring, Austria, Around 1890
By Austrian Manufactory
Located in Vienna, AT
Antique navette-shaped old brilliant-cut diamond ring, fifteen old brilliant-cut diamonds in a cluster, all diamonds estimated to weigh a total of 1.2 carats, claw set in a rose gold...
Diamond, Rose Gold
14k Rose Gold 1ctw White & Fancy Champagne Diamond Double Crossover Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Rose Gold Weight: 6.36 Grams Ring Size: 10.5 (Fitted on a finger.
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Fancy Deep Brown-Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring, 4.08ct, 18K Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
This striking contemporary engagement ring centers on a rare 4.08 carat cushion brilliant natural colored diamond, certified by GIA as Fancy Deep Brown-Yellow with VVS1 clarity.
Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
White South Sea Pearl Fancy Diamond & Brown Diamond Floral 18K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.70x2.40x3.10cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "150 Brown Diamonds 0.30 CT 267 Fancy Diamonds 2.83 CT 1 PE 28.46 CT (15.9MM) 18KR 16.75 GM (WITT)" 18K Gold & Precious ...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Natural Pink Round Diamond .65 Carat TW Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Rose and White Gold setting with natural round pink diamond melee complimented by natural round white diamond melee.
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
1.16 Carat Splendid Natural Diamond 14 Karat Solid Rose Gold Band Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1.16 Carats Splendid Natural Diamond 14K Solid Rose Gold Band Ring Stamped: 14K Total Natural Round Cut White and Champagne Diamonds Weight: Approx. 0.53 Carats (color G-H & Champa...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
2.51 Carat Tourmaline Sapphire Diamond Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2.51 Carat Tourmaline Sapphire Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Cocktail Ring Affordable!
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Tourmaline, Blue Sapp...
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
2 Carat Engagement Ring. GIA Rose Cut Diamond Three Stone Ring Platinum K VS2
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated three-stone engagement ring centers a GIA-certified 2.00-carat rose-cut diamond in K color and VS2 clarity.
Diamond, Platinum
0.62ctw Diamond Pink Tourmaline Ring 14k Rose Gold Size 7 Stackable Band
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Diamonds - Total Carats - 0.12ctw Cut - Round Brilliant Color - G - H Clarity - VS2 - SI1 - Natural Tourmalines - Total Carats - 0.50ctw Cut - Round...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
EFFY 14K Rose Gold Cushion Cut Citrine and Round Diamond Foliage Ring
By Effy
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: EFFY Material: 14K rose gold Citrine: 1 cushion cut= 10.50ct Diamonds: 138 single cut= 0.70cttw Color: G-H Clarity: SI1-SI2 Dimensions: the ring measures 17.44mm wide at th...
Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 14K Rose & White Gold Emerald Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A striking vintage ring crafted in solid fourteen-karat rose and white gold.
Diamond, Emerald
Pomellato Tango Smoky Quartz 18k Rose Gold Diamond Cocktail Ring Sz 8
By Pomellato
Located in Feasterville, PA
A bold Pomellato Tango Smoky Quartz 18k Rose Gold Diamond Cocktail Ring, showcasing Milanese design and craftsmanship.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Bulgari Divas' Dream Carnelian and Diamond Ring in Rose Gold
By Bulgari
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage Bulgari Divas' Dream diamond ring set in 18k rose gold.The ring is composed of a fan-shaped motif, set with a polished carnelian inlay and accented with brilliant...
Diamond, Carnelian, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$796Sale Price / item|20% Off
Morganite and Diamonds Twist Tension Ring in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Product Specifications: - Round Cut High Quality Morganite with 0.25ct - 6 Round Brilliant Cut High Quality Diamonds with 0.09ct Quality: D-F in Color and VS in Clarity, with Heart ...
Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
3.51 Carat Natural Peridot Sapphire Diamond Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
3.51 Carat Natural Peridot Sapphire Diamond Rose Gold Cocktail Ring This beautiful ring has an Pear Cut Peridot that weighs 2.27 Carats.
Diamond, Peridot, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
GIA 1 Carat Rose Cut Ring. Pave Set Diamond Halo Engagement Ring Platinum H VS1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 1.00 Carat Center Diamond Cut: Rose Cut Center Diamond Color: H Center Diamond Clarity: VS1 Certification: GIA Certifica...
Diamond, Platinum
$3,716Sale Price / item|20% Off
18kt Solid Rose Gold Designer Women's Stunning Diamond Floral Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS :- Material - 18K Solid Rose Gold Gemstone - Diamond Diamond weight - 1.22 ct Diamond pcs - 62 Gross weight - 5.34 Grm Shank width - 2.3 mm Setting - Prong setting ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1.40 Cttw. Round Brilliant Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 14k Rose Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
Crafted in 14 karat rose gold, the warm hue of the metal brings a modern yet classic appeal, making this ring ideal for someone who loves both vintage-inspired details and contempora...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
3.18 Carat Natural Opal Diamond Ring in 14K Rose Gold
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
3.18 Carat Natural Opal Diamond Ring in 14K Rose Gold. The beautiful Pear Cut Natural Opal with its striking flashes of color weighs 2.59 carats.
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
18k Rose Gold Sapphire and Diamond Ring with 3.00 Carats of Pink Sapphires
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18k rose gold sapphire and diamond ring, features 3.00 carats of pink sapphires, and 2.90 carats of diamonds.
Diamond, Rose Gold
TJD 0.10 Carat Natural Round Diamond 14KT Rose Gold Promise Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Celebrate a love that flows naturally with this stunning rose gold diamond ring. Beautifully crafted by our inhouse experts in 14 karat rose gold and embellished with 16 round diamon...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Victorian 17k Yellow Gold .15ct Rose Cut Diamond Ring With Starburst Engraving
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in luxurious yellow gold, this piece features a captivating rose-cut diamond at its center, weighing 0.15 carats.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
0.96cttw Pave Set Round Diamond Ladies Cocktail Ring 14k Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
This stunning ladies cocktail ring is a perfect fit for any occasion. Crafted in 14K rose gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Alex Jona Organic Shape Brown Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
This spectacularly designed ring by Alex Jona features four 18 karat rose gold organic shaped bands forged together and accented with irregularly placed diamond pavé buttons featurin...
Brown Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
19th Century 18K Gold and Platinum Rose-Cut Diamond Marguerite Ring
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
Specifications • Period: 19th century • Metal: 18K yellow gold & platinum • Stones: Rose-cut diamonds • Weight: 2.2 g • Ring size: FR 47 (resizable) • Condition: Very good antiqu...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
$44,640Sale Price|20% Off
2.05 Carat E VVS1 Pear Modified Brilliant Diamond Rose Gold Engagement Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Elegant Rose Gold engagement ring featuring a 2.05 carat pear modified brilliant natural diamond as the center stone.
Diamond, White Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
18 kt. Rose Gold Flower Shape Ring With 2.6 ct. Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Magnificent 18 kt. Rose Gold Flower Shape Ring With 2.6 ct. Diamonds Diamonds: Brilliant cut diamonds together 2.6 ct.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Diamond Cluster Pave Set 14K Rose Gold Statement Fashion Minimalistic Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
This elegant ring features a central cluster of round brilliant-cut diamonds, creating a dazzling focal point.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
0.28cttw Baguette & 0.61cttw Round Diamond Ladies Cocktail Ring 14k Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful and chic, natural diamond ladies cocktail ring crafted in 14k rose gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Marquise Diamond Unique Wedding Ring Band Engagement Rose Gold Handmade Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This handmade ring set with high quality round diamond and marquise diamonds will be a great everyday jewelry, or elegant wedding ring and engagement ring.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Oval Engagement Ring. GIA 1.50ct Rose Cut Diamond Eternity Accent Ring H-I VS1
Located in New York, NY
This refined engagement ring centers a 1.50-carat oval rose cut diamond in H–I color and VS1 clarity.
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum and Rose Cut Oval Ring. GIA 2ct Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum I VVS2
Located in New York, NY
This elegant ring centers a GIA-certified 2.00-carat oval rose-cut diamond in I color and VVS2 clarity.
Diamond, Platinum
0.39 Carat Rose-Cut Diamonds Oval Ring in 20K Yellow Gold
By Coomi
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Eternity Oval Ring Set in 20 Karat Yellow Gold with 0.39-carat Rose-Cut Diamonds.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
CHRISTIAN DIOR Small Rose Pre-Catelan Light Pink Quartz Diamond Ring
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous ring from Christian Dior's iconic Pre Catelan collection is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features an elegant rose flower made of pale pink quartz and accented with ro...
Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1.08 Carat Diamond Openwork Cage Dome Statement Ring in 18K Rose Gold
Located in Zurich, CH
Sized at European 55 with a solid gold weight of 4.95 grams, this contemporary ring bridges avant-garde geometric jewelry design with timeless fine diamond glamour, serving as an exc...
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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