Adrianna Papell Diamond Engagement Ring 14K Rose Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Brand: Adrianna Papell Metal: 18k Rose Gold Weight: 4.8 grams 1 Brilliant Cut Diamond Center Carat Weight: ~0.63 G , SI2-I1 4 Marquise Diamonds Color and Clarity: I,VS 36 Additi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Emeralds, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Fantastic ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central emerald surrounded by diamonds and little emeralds.
Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Emerald, Diamonds, 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Modern ring in 18 kt rose gold structure mounted with a central emerald surrounded by diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
BULGARI B.Zero1 Full Diamond Rose Gold Ring 11
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
This iconic Bulgari spiraling ring from the B.zero1 collection features 3-rows of brilliant-cut round D-E-F VVS1-VVS2 diamonds set in an 18k rose gold.
Diamond, Rose Gold
Rose Gold Invisible Set Princess Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Webster, NY
Invisible set Princess cut diamond men's ring crafted in Rose Gold. Diamond Carat Weight: 3.76CTW Diamond Cut: Princess Cut Color: G-I Clarity: VS1-SI2 Metal: 14k Rose Gold Weigh...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Chopard Happy Dreams Happy Diamonds Rose Gold Ring
By Chopard
Located in London, GB
The ring is fully made in 18kt rose gold and set with a floating diamond inside.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$4,500 / item
Star Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat rose gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Coral, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Fantastic ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with corals and, between of them, diamonds.
Coral, Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Pink sapphire & Diamond ring 14KT rose gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Pink sapphire engagement ring in 14Kt rose gold, sapphire is stunning! Looks more pink and less pink depending on light settings, the ring is such a feminine elegant style with a flo...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
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 emerald surrounded by diamonds and emeralds.
Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Spinel, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Fashion ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with two heart-shape hydrothermal spinel in the central part surrounded by leaves studded with diamonds and flower with li...
Diamond, Spinel, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Garnets, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Amazing ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central garnet surrounded by a frame of garnets and diamonds.
Diamond, Garnet, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
$2,340Sale Price|20% Off
Romantic Morganite & Diamond Ring in 14k Rose Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Romantic Morganite & Diamond Ring in 14k Rose Gold This ring is crafted in 14k rose gold and features a 5.25-carat pear-cut morganite as the centerpiece.
Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Emeralds, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Retrò ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with emeralds and diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Vintage Cushion Cut Rose Gold Diamond Ring
Located in Greenwich, CT
All lined up. Three luminous vintage cushion cut diamonds, burnish set in a handmade dome style 22 karat rose gold matte finished mounting, will keep you totally aligned. Total dia...
Diamond, 15k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Tourmaline Sapphire Diamond Rose Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, Campania
PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE TO ITEMS WITH FIX PRICE, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. This graceful ring in 14 of rose gold composed of tourmaline, green and orange ...
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Tourmaline, Sapphire, 14k Gold...
Beautiful Brown and White Diamond Rose Gold Ring
Located in Dallas, TX
This beautiful ring has 2.69 carats of brown and white diamonds set in 18k rose gold.
Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Tiffany T Diamond Rose gold ring Model number: 60151041
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Addlestone, GB
Tiffany Rose gold diamond T ring model number 60151041 This Iconic design is a contemporary piece, set with diamonds inlaid into the T.
Diamond
$2,340Sale Price|20% Off
Striking Emerald & Diamond Ring in 14k Rose Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Striking Emerald & Diamond Ring in 14k Rose Gold Crafted in 14k rose gold, this ring features a vivid 0.90 carat emerald-cut emerald framed by a sparkling halo of round diamonds...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This organic form is a stark contrast to the precision of the diamond setting, making the ring a true statement piece. 18K Rose Gold Diamond 0.16ct
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$750 / item
1.97 Carat Amethyst & Diamond Rose Gold Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
This ring is set in 14K Rose Gold. Ring Size is 6 1/2.
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Diamond Love Ring in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Specifications: Metal: 14K Rose Gold Ring Size: 7.25 Total weight: 1.1 Grams Diamond Count: 39 Diamond Total Weight: 0.20 Carats Diamond Shape: Round Brilliant Diamond Colo...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Coral, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Fantastic ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with corals and, between of them, diamonds.
Diamond, Coral, Silver, Rose Gold, 9k Gold
Victorian GIA diamond 10k rose gold solitaire ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Born at the close of the Victorian era, circa 1900, this solitaire ring is a study in quiet, old-world romance. Ten karat rose gold was a favored choice of the period for its durabil...
Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
1910s Diamond and Rose Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.32 carat diamond and 14 karat rose gold, white gold set solitaire ring; part of our diamond jewelry/estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
8 Diamond Band Ring 14K Rose Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Stunning 8 diamond band 14k rose gold ring! Specifications: Metal: 14K Rose Gold Ring Size: 9.75 Total weight: 8.8 Grams Diamond Count: 8 Diamond Total Weight: 0.40 Carats Di...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
0.23 Carat Diamond Lightning Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Very Fun Lightning Ring. The ring is 14K Rose Ring. There are 0.23 Carats in Diamonds H/I SI.
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
Victorian Rose Gold and Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Denver, CO
This antique Victorian engagement ring showcases a 0.70 carat Old European-cut diamond, G color SI1-2 clarity.
Diamond, Rose Gold
Amethysts, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Fantastic retrò ring in 14 kt rose gold structure mounted with a central amethyst ( 18 mm x 14 mm ) surrounded by a frame of amethysts and diamonds.
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Pink Rose Quartz Cabochon Diamond Waves 14K Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
A fusion of elegance and modernity. This striking ring features a captivating, smooth pink rose quartz stone.
Diamond, Quartz, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$1,064Sale Price|20% Off
Garnet & Diamond Pavé Ring in 10k Rose Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Garnet & Diamond Pavé Ring in 10k Rose Gold This ring is crafted in 10k rose gold and features an oval garnet weighing approximately 3.36ct.
Diamond, Garnet, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
2.85 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold and sterling silver. Handcrafted in 2.85 carats rosecut diamonds with blackened finish. The ring is a size 7 and may be r...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
$880Sale Price|20% Off
Eternelle Ring Diamond Pink Onyx Rose Gold for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
14K Rose Gold Ring (Matching Necklace and Earrings Available) Diamond 4" 0.061cts MQ 1" 0.03cts PR 1" 0.032cts ONYX 1" 0.5cts Size 52 With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewel...
Diamond, Onyx, Rose Gold
$1,275 / item
14K Rose Gold 0.30ct Diamond Ring for Her
By Joelle Fine Jewelry
Located in Great neck, NY
Crafted of 14k gold available in rose, white & yellow, featuring 1/4ct of shimmering diamonds. 14K Gold 0.25cts White Diamonds Diamond Color GH Clarity SI1 Ring Size 6.5 ...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Sapphires, Diamonds, 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, Campania
Fantastic retrò ring in 18 kt rose gold structure mounted with sapphires and diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Rubies, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, Campania
Amazing ring in 14 kt rose gold structure mounted with a strand of rubies enclosed between two rows of diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Panther Cat Emerald Diamond Ring 14K Rose Gold Statement Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
The diamond-studded ring adds a touch of sparkle and sophistication. 14K Rose Gold 0.15 CTW Diamonds and Emeralds
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
14 Karat Rose Gold Three Diamond Inline Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 14K rose gold Diamond: 108 round brilliant cut = 2.00cttw Color: G / H Clarity: VS2-SI1 Ring Size: 8 (please allow up to 2 additional business days for sizing requests) Wei...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Platinum 0.25 Carat Round Diamond Twisted Love 4 Prong Bespoke Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
For a beautifully entwined journey together, this gleaming twisted vine modern classic engagement ring. Handmade in high grade Platinum 950 to British Standard, with a total of 0.25 ...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
Moonstone, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Simple and elegant ring in 9 karat rose gold and silver structure mounted with a moonstone surrounded by diamonds.
Diamond, Moonstone, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
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
$960Sale Price|20% Off
Radiant Ruby & Diamond Ring in 14k Rose Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Radiant Ruby & Diamond Ring in 14k Rose Gold Crafted in 14k rose gold, this antique ring features a sculptural floral design set with 0.25 carats total weight of diamonds and 0....
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
18kt Rose Gold & Diamond Ring, La Vie En Rose by Renu Oberoi
Located in Mumbai, IN
Handcrafted in 18kt gold, this fine jewellery piece is accented with pavé-set natural diamonds. Available in yellow, rose, and white gold. Inspired by the timeless elegance of the r...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Brilliant 0.51ct Natural Diamond 18K Rose Gold Ring
Located in רמת גן, IL
Picture the warm, rosy glow of 18K rose gold encircling your finger, adorned with a line of brilliant diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1.50 Carat Round White Diamond 5 Stone 18KT White Gold Half Eternity Band Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
This band ring has a total diamond weight of 1.50 Carats. The weight of the ring is 3.8 Grams.
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 1.50 carat rose cut diamond platinum ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This exceptional Art Deco diamond ring is a striking jewel from the 1930’s, centered by a rose cut diamond weighing approximately 1.50 carats.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.46 Carat Diamond Rose Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 6.75 Metal Type: 14 Karat Rose Gold Weight: 3.7 grams Center Diamond Details GIA CERTIFIED Center Diamond - Certificate # 2191045166 Shape: Rose Cut Carat...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Georgian Rose Cut Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
At the centre of the face we find an oval shaped rose cut diamond. This principle stone sits proud whilst being flanked on either side by a smaller rounded rose cut diamond.
Diamond, Gold, Silver
$1,350 / item
Diamond Cocktail Beaded Ring in 18K Rose Gold
By Yessayan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Diamond Cocktail Beaded Ring in 18K Rose Gold 0.38 Cts of Diamonds, G-H Color, VS-SI Clarity 4.1 Grams of 18K Yellow/White/Rose Gold Available in other color options: Yellow gold, w...
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Modern 18 Karats Rose Gold White Diamonds "Rose Ellipse" Engagement Design Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Modern 18 Karats Rose Gold White Diamonds "Ellipse" Engagement Design Ring The Rose Ellipse Engagement Ring is entirely handcrafted in 18 karats yellow gold by expert artisans and a...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1900s Green Agate Rose-Cut Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
On either side of the head, at the start of the ring, is a lyre-shaped decoration set with a rose-cut diamond.
Agate, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver, Sterli...
Beauvince Cassandra Diamond Ring (1.89 ct Diamonds) in Rose Gold
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
With an antique finish and modern colors it is a jewel to own. Diamond Shape: Round Total Diamond Weight: 1.89 ct Diamond Color: F - G & K - L Diamond Clarity: VS - SI Metal: ...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
14 Karat Rose Gold and Diamond Band Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Rose Gold and Diamond Band Ring Size 9.25- This sparkling band features 34 round brilliant cut diamonds set in classic 14K rose gold.
Diamond, Rose Gold
Coral, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a carved coral surrounded by diamonds.
Coral, Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
14k Solid Rose Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Band
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Handmade Birthday Ring Designer Ring Band Light weight can be worn everyday Additional information: Base Metal: Rose Gold, 14k Main Stone: Dia...
Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Chain Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring has been meticulously crafted from 14-karat gold and set with .22 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Beautiful, Antique Amethyst Ring, Rose Gold with Diamonds
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful, antique amethyst ring, rose gold with diamonds. US Ring size 7
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Modern Rose Gold Diamond Onyx Zebra Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Modern 18k rose gold wide ring, featuring zebra stripes design, set with black onyx and approx. 1.60ctw in H/VS diamonds.
Diamond, Rose Gold, Enamel
18K GIA 1.1 carat Old Mine Diamond Belcher Ring
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Stone: Old Mine Diamond Stone Shape: Cushion Stone Size: 6mm x 4mm Stone Weight: 1.10 Carat Stone Color and Clarity: O-P, VS2 GIA certificate included. Band W...
Diamond, 18k Gold
2 Carat GIA Certified Pear-Shaped Diamond Double Ring 18KT Gold Bespoke British
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
This exceptional bespoke double diamond ring has been expertly designed to be worn either together as a striking paired set or separately for refined versatility. Handcrafted and des...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
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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