18k Rose Gold Diamond Pave Set Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This stunning ring is crafted in luxurious 18k rose gold and features an opulent pavé setting of diamonds that envelops the entire outer surface.
Diamond, Rose Gold
Emerald and Diamond Seven Stone 18 Karat White Gold Ring
By Michael Rose
Located in London, GB
A contemporary emerald and diamond seven stone 18 karat white gold ring. This emerald and diamond seven stone ring is designed with alternating emerald cut emeralds and emerald cut ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Gold Diamond Signet Ring, GIA Certified 1 Carat Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
White diamond sets on 18 karat gold signet ring. Cushion cut diamond GIA certified Solid 18k gold Satin finish Yellow gold, white gold, and rose gold available. 18k fully hallmarked.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
14k 2.54ct Emerald Diamond Ring, Emerald Engagement Ring
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
Metal: 14k yellow gold Stone: Natural emerald Stone size: 2.54 carat Accent Stone: Diamond Accent stone weight: 0.50 carat Diamond color and clarity: G+, VS Band Width: 2mm
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
14K Teal Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
Metal: 14k yellow gold Stone: Natural Green Sapphire Stone size: 1 carat Stone Shape: Emerald Cut Accent Stones: Natural Diamonds Diamond Color and Clarity: G+, VS Band Width: 1.6mm
Diamond, Green Sapphire, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Antique Victorian Rose Gold 1.05tcw Elongated Rose Cut Diamond Navette Ring
Located in New York, NY
An antique Victorian navette ring crafted in warm rose gold, set with approximately 1.05 carats total weight of rose cut diamonds.
Diamond, Rose Gold
$86,766Sale Price|20% Off
1.84 Carat Kashmir Sapphire and Diamond Three Stone Platinum Engagement Ring
By Michael Rose
Located in London, GB
An 1.84 carat Kashmir sapphire and diamond three stone platinum engagement ring. This exceptional sapphire and diamond engagement ring is handcrafted in platinum.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Pave Diamond Rose Flower Ring in 14k Rose Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond Flower Ring 14k Rose Gold Pave Diamond Rose Wedding Ring Fine Jewelry Light weight can be worn everyday Additional information: Condition: New without tags: A brand-new, unu...
Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
$3,800 / item
14K Tiger Diamond Signet Ring
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
Bold tiger signet with pave diamonds 14k fully hallmarked 15mm round 32 diamonds Diamond size: 1.2mm Diamond weight: 0.25 carat Clarity: SI-GHI 2 mm band width Monogram engraving ava...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a rare antique diamond ring from the Georgian era. The focal high chunky rose cut diamond is encompassed by an array of silver set domed rose cut diamonds; the foiled backing...
Diamond, Silver
Late Georgian Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a striking antique cluster ring featuring a shimmering ensemble of chunky rose cut diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
$3,127Sale Price|25% Off
1930s Ring with Rose-Cut Diamonds
Located in Firenze, FI
This authentic Art Deco ring, dating from the 1930s, showcases a distinctive clover-style motif set with old rose-cut diamonds.
Diamond, 9k Gold
.65 Carat Diamond Rose Gold Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 6 Metal Type: 14k Rose Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 4 grams Center Diamond Details: Weight: .65 carat Cut: Old European Brilliant Color: I-J Clarity: VS2 Side ...
White Diamond, Rose Gold
$3,350Sale Price|25% Off
Ring - 14 kt. Yellow gold -1.01ct. tw. Diamond (Natural coloured) - IGI
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Ring can be sized free of charge prior to shipping out. Ring size: 54 (EU) / 14 (IT) / 6 ¾ (US) Center Stone: ___________ Natural Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Carat: 1.01 carat...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Georgian Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
At the centre of the face, a large rose-cut diamond takes prominence. This impressive gemstone is surrounded by a harmonious arrangement of slightly smaller, matching diamonds, creat...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
14 Karat Trillion Cut Tanzanite With Diamond Chevron Ring Set
By Rose and Choc 1
Located in Wallingford, CT
Trillion cut natural tanzanite ring stacked with diamonds chevron ring guard. Set of two rings Stone weight: 0.450 carat tanzanite 14k Solid rose gold fully hallmarked.
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Georgian Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This is an unusual large Georgian diamond cluster ring. The ring is in a triangular shape and features a negative space in the centre and is surrounded by nine rose cut diamonds vary...
Diamond, Gold, Silver
2.60 Carat Columbian Emerald and Diamond Three Stone Platinum Engagement Ring
By Michael Rose
Located in London, GB
A 2.60 carat Columbian emerald and diamond three stone platinum engagement ring. This beautiful emerald and diamond engagement ring is handcrafted in platinum. The piece is claw set...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
18K Double Serpent Diamond Ring
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Stone: Natural Diamond Diamond Shape: Round Diamond Color and Clarity: I-J, VS Diamond Weight: 0.5 carat Dimension: Top approx. 10mm, mid section approx. 6mm
Diamond, 18k Gold
1900s Rose-Cut Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Round Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat rose gold and platinum. A feminine antique ring, round in shape and set with rose-cut diamonds, the center one in a claw setting and those around it in a chased sett...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
1ct diamond ring 14KT rose gold engagement ring halo diamond ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Elegant engagement ring made with 1ct pear brilliant in the center, SI3 clarity and G color, ring is made in size 7 and can be adjusted, the metal is 14KT rose gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Rose Gold Brown Diamond Ring For Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Diamond Ring Crafted in elegant 14K rose gold, this refined ring is adorned with natural brilliant-cut diamonds, offering exceptional sparkle and timeless sophistication.
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Rose Gold
Vintage Rose Cut Diamond Flower Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have an elegant 18ct yellow gold diamond ring. An open frame plays host to a cluster of platinum milgrain set rose cut diamonds collectively forming a flower motif.
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Rose Cut Diamond Victorian Style Ring
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Victorian Style Rose Cut Diamond Ring 1 Rose Cut Diamond - 1.06 Carats Full Cut Diamond - 0.39 Carats 18 K Gold - 3.35 Grams Silver - 1.53 Grams
Diamond, 18k Gold
18kt Rose Gold ring with rose cut black diamonds – Reguliers Bridge
By Bonebakker
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The ring is handmade, in 18 carat pink gold and has an arch pattern that mimics the famous bridges in Amsterdam, illuminated with beautiful white diamonds (0.31ct) and dotted with ro...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$4,640Sale Price|20% Off
Pomellato Fantina Diamond Ring 18K Rose Gold
By Pomellato
Located in Dallas, TX
Pomellato Diamond Ring from the Fantina Collection. The ring features 0.97ctw of pave set brilliant round diamonds (G color, VS clarity) in 18K rose gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Fantastic retrò ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with five diamonds.
Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Snake Ring
Located in London, GB
The serpent's head is set with a large rose-cut diamond, adding a touch of elegance to the design.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Rose Cut Diamond Crown Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have gorgeous natural rose cut diamond ring. The focal stone here is rub-over set in silver and topped with a crown consisting of five rose cut diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
14k White Gold Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band, Diamond Ring
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
Natural Diamond-$96,249 Stone Weight: 12 1/3CTW Stone Size: 6x4.3mm Color: G-H Clarity: SI2-SI3 By Request Metal: 14K White Gold Band Width: Aprox. 6.6mm Size 7
Diamond, White Gold
Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Elegant retrò ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central diamond surrounded by leaves studded with diamonds.
Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Antique Rose-cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
The pierced 18kt yellow gold mounting set to the center with a large antique rose-cut diamond, a "full Holland rose cut" diamond weighing app. 5.50 carats further enhanced by additio...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Size 7, 14K Yellow Gold Sapphire Ring Set: Diamond Accents, Engagement Rings
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Stone: Blue Sapphire Stone Weight: 0.86 carat Accent Stones: Natural Diamonds Diamond Color and Clarity: G+, VS Total Diamond Weight: 0.14 carat Ring Guard Ba...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
$1,680Sale Price|20% Off
Eternity Ring 18kt Rose Gold Black Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Eternity Ring 18kt Rose Gold with Round Black Diamonds 2.48 carats.
Black Diamond, Rose Gold
Cartier Rose Gold Pave Diamond Love Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Iconic pre-loved Cartier love ring, pave set with round brilliant cut Diamonds, crafted in 18ct rose gold, size 56.
Diamond, Rose Gold
Cartier Love Rose Gold Diamond Paved Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
A timeless symbol of love and refinement, this authentic Cartier Love Diamond Paved Ring is exquisitely crafted in 18K rose gold and showcases the iconic screw motif that defines the...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Bvlgari Bvlgari Rose Gold Ring with Diamonds
By Bulgari
Located in Bethesda, MD
Iconic Bvlgari design in luxurious rose gold. This elegant ring features twelve brilliant diamonds totaling 0.28 carats, expertly set to catch the light from every angle.
Diamond, Rose Gold
Green Tourmaline Emerald Cut Ring with Baguette Diamonds, Three Stone Ring
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
Emerald cut green tourmaline adorned with baguette diamonds Three stone ring Green Tourmaline Size: 8 x6 mm Baguette Diamonds: Two 4.5 x 2 mm Diamond Clarity: SI Diamond Color: GHI D...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Gorgeous retrò ring in 9 karat rose gold and silver mounted with diamonds.
Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
14K Rose Gold Diamond Love Ring
By Sydney Evan
Located in New York City, NY
Adorned with 0.14 carats of white diamonds that glisten within the 14k gold 'love' script, this ring is designed to be versatile.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Turquoise Diamond ring 14KT rose gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Very pretty turquoise diamond ring in 14KT rose gold! Center Stone: Natural Turquoise Color: Greenish Blue Approximate Weight: 1.50cts Clarity: Eye clean-AAA grade Cut: Oval(5x3mm )...
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Georgian Rose Cut Diamond Two Row Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful antique Georgian diamond ring. The ring features 12 rose cut diamonds that are set in silver in a typical Georgian style.
Diamond, Gold, Silver
14K Rose Gold .39ct Champagne Diamond Ring
Located in Big Bend, WI
14K rose gold ring featuring a bezel set rose cut pear shape diamond.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$982Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Rose Gold Elsa Diamond Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
A delicate Milgrain details adding to this ring charm. Experience the difference! Product details: Center Gemstone Color: WHITE Side Gemstone Type: NATURAL DIAMOND Side Gemstone S...
Diamond, Rose Gold
$928Sale Price / item|20% Off
14k Rose Gold Elsa Diamond Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
A delicate Milgrain details adding to this ring charm. Experience the difference! Product details: Center Gemstone Color: WHITE Side Gemstone Type: NATURAL DIAMOND Side Gemstone S...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Sunita Nahata Classic Rose Cut Diamond Ring in 18Karat Rose Gold
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Diamond ring in 18K rose gold. Diamond: 0.219 carat, round rose cut, 2.5mm, 6 pieces.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Rose Gold Diamond Etincelle Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Rose Gold Diamond Etincelle Ring PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 156416 Listing Title: Cartier Rose Gold Diamond Etincelle Ring Condition Description: Since Louis-François Cartier took...
Rose Gold
$828Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Rose Gold Lisa Diamond Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
This ring features 6 petite round brilliant diamonds Pave set on each side of the band.
Diamond, Rose Gold
14 Karat Rose Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14k rose gold Diamonds: 1 round brilliant cut = 1.52cttw Color: K Clarity: VS2 GIA: 2235640689 Diamond: 32 Round Cut = 0.38cttw Ring Size: 6 Dimensions: ri...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Platinum 2 Carat Natural Diamond Ring GIA Certified
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
Metal: Platinum Center Stone: GIA Certified Natural Diamond Center Stone Weight: 2CT Color and Clarity: J, VS2 Side Stones: Natural Diamonds Side Stone Weight: 0.5 CTW
Diamond, Platinum
Messika 18k Rose Gold Diamond Fashion Ring
By Messika
Located in Chicago, IL
Elevate your jewelry collection with this sophisticated and contemporary fashion ring by the renowned Parisian maison, Messika. Expertly crafted in warm 18k rose gold, this striking ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18K Rose Gold Evelyn Diamond Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
This ring features 6 round diamonds in a total weight of 0.06 Carat.
Diamond, Rose Gold
Dome Diamond Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold Flower Diamond Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Elegant diamond earrings in 14KT white gold with over 1 carat of diamonds. GOLD: 18KT gold NATURAL DIAMOND(S) Clarity/Color: VS/GH Grams:9.28 Carat:0.20ct Size:7 Item#: 130-00030 OO...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Corone' rose cut diamond Italian grandmother ring
Located in Milano, MI
Antique ring set in silver and gold, with coronè rose cut diamonds.
Diamond
0.96Ct Diamond Ring in 18K Rose Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The ring spotlights five round rose-cut diamonds at its center, which together total 0.40 carats.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$3,000 / item
2.5 Carat Tourmaline Diamond Engagement Ring
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
Metal: 14k yellow gold Stone: Green Tourmaline Stone Quality: VVS Stone Size: 9mm x 7mm Stone Weight: 2.5 carat Accent Stones: Baguette Diamonds Diamond Color and Clarity: G+, VS Dia...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
Sunita Nahata Rose Cut Diamond Fancy Ring in 18Karat Rose Gold.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Rose cut diamond ring in 18K rose gold. Diamonds: 0.512 carat, rose cut, G colour, VS clarity.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian 14K Rose Gold Old Rose Cut Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Rose Gold Old Rose Cut Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
RUCHI Rose-Cut Diamond Flexible Rose Gold Wide Ring
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K Rose Gold Rose Cut Diamond- 8.47 Cts All Diamonds are G/H-SI
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Green Tourmaline Emerald Cut Ring with Baguette Diamonds, Three Stone Ring
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
Emerald cut green tourmaline adorned with baguette diamonds Three stone ring Green Tourmaline Size: 8 x6 mm Baguette Diamonds: Two 4.5 x 2 mm Diamond Clarity: SI Diamond Color: GHI D...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow 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.
Ancient Egyptians referred to the vibrant stone as the “gem of the sun.”
There are many ways to showcase a diamond, from traditional prongs to a smooth, streamlined bezel. Here’s everything you need to consider.
The vintage bombé ring is bursting with color and timeless style.
Zircon is a magnificent and underrated natural gemstone that has been worn and adored for centuries.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
If diamonds don’t seem right, what about a magnificent sapphire, ruby or emerald?
Accounting for just 1 percent of all diamonds, these marvels of nature are exceedingly rare and gorgeously complex.
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.