Natural Diamond Colombian Emerald Ring 14K Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Diamond Colombian Emerald Ring 14K Gold This stunning estate ring is finely crafted in solid 14K Yellow gold and set with genuine Earth mined Emerald and diamonds. The 4mm r...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,000Sale Price|20% Off
1.14 Carat SI/H Pear Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Wrap Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite ring is handset with 1.14 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pieces. ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,640Sale Price|20% Off
1.14 Carat SI/H Pear Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Wrap Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Cast from 14-karat gold, these exquisite ring is handset with 1.14 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pieces. ...
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
$1,927Sale Price|20% Off
1.16 Carat SI/H Pear Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Wave Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite ring is handset with 1.16 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pieces. ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold 1.26tcw Diamond Waterfall Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and features a diamond cluster totaling approximately 1.26 carats, graded I color with SI2 clarity. The cluster design creates a bold,...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Modernist Square Shapes Yellow Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Modernist Square Shaped Yellow Diamond Ring 1 round cut yellow diamond surrounded by white pave diamonds. Yellow Diamond Approximate Weight: 1.5ct White Diamonds total approximate W...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,580Sale Price|20% Off
1.16 Carat SI/H Pear Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Wave Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Cast from 14-karat gold, these exquisite ring is handset with 1.16 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pieces. ...
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Platinum 1.02ct Diamond and Rubellite Ring MF07-052126
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This luxury ring is an instant classic. A 5.09 carat pear-shaped Rubellite center stone adds a striking pop of color, while Diamond accents totaling 1.02 carats allow it to effortles...
Diamond, Rubelite, Platinum
Platinum 0.41ct Diamond and Ruby Ring MF14-052126
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This luxury ring is charming, elegant, and ideal for any occasion. Set in Platinum, it comes complete with a 1.29 carat Ruby center stone surrounded by a halo of sparkling Diamonds t...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Platinum 0.65ct Diamond and Emerald Ring MF41-050726
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
A breathtaking 6.91 carat Emerald adds a stylish pop of color to this luxury ring. Crafted from Platinum, the detailed setting features Diamonds totaling 0.65 carats in an abstract f...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Natural South Seas Pearl Diamonds Rings 18kt*
Located in New York, NY
12.7mm Natural South Seas White Pearl Ring Silver overtone .50ct Natural Round Diamonds 18kt. yellow gold 12.9 grams. Current ring size: 7.5 We may resize. Ring: 13.8mm Wide ...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum 0.40ct Diamond and Sapphire Ring MF15-041426
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
A square Platinum setting makes this radiant ring simply unforgettable. Diamonds with a total weight of 0.40 carats provide plenty of sparkle. Sapphires totaling 0.43 carats make a s...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Flower Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 14K white gold Center Diamond: 1 round brilliant cut = 1.00ct Color: H Clarity: I1 Diamonds: 32 round cut = 0.65cttw Color: I Clarity: SI1 Ring Size: 8 (please allow up to ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$4,066Sale Price|20% Off
Natural 2.35 Carat SI/H Pear Round Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pieces. Spectrum Jewels is proudly rated as a Top Seller on 1stdibs with 5 star customer reviews. All ...
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
1.70ctw Diamond Leaf Motif Ring, 18k Yellow Gold, Ring Size 6
Located in McLeansville, NC
Stones: - diamonds, 21 stones - full cut round - 2.3 - 3.4 mm - approximately 1.70 total carats - F-G color, VS clarity Ring Size 6 Width: 9/16 in. Weight: 5.60 dwts. A Couple Of...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum 0.30ct Diamond and Rubellite Ring MF41-031726
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This ring shows ornament held in control. The band is marked 10% Irid Plat, indicating a platinum-iridium alloy with a slightly firmer feel and bright surface. This band forms a mult...
Diamond, Rubelite, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond and Platinum Panel Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This show stopping piece holds a total of nine diamonds measuring 7pts each. The design of this ring has a very Art Deco feel to it which is even shown in the gorgeously detailed set...
Diamond, Platinum
Blue Sapphire and Diamond 22K Gold Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Introducing our exquisite Sapphire Cluster Ring, a true masterpiece that will leave you mesmerized. Crafted with the utmost care and attention to detail, this ring embodies elegance ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 22k Gold
$7,665Sale Price|25% Off
Diamond Ring In 18 kt Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in New York, NY
Ring in 18 kt gold studded with Diamond Accessorize your look with this elegant Diamond Ring. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. Comfor...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Antique Edwardian Pearl, Ruby & Diamond Ring in Gold
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Material :Gold– yellow gold 18 kt 2. Gemstones: Diamonds Precious stones: Ruby, Pearle 3. Design & Style: cluster ring 4.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Platinum Diamond and Ruby Dome Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A striking Van Cleef & Arpels platinum dome ring from the 1960s, showcasing the Maison's exceptional ability to combine color, geometry, and brilliance in a bold yet elegant design. ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Ladies 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Ring 2.80 Carat Total Diamond Weight
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies Diamond Ring in 18 karat Yellow Gold. Stamped 18k And Weighs 14.2 Grams. One Of The Center Diamonds is a .70 Carats Round, I To J Color, Si1 Clarity, The Other Is A .60 Cara...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Ring Size 7.25- This sparkling ring features 12 round single cut diamonds set in beautifully detailed 14K white gold. Width: 6 mm. Shank: 2 mm. ...
Diamond, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Vintage Diamond Ring 0.45ct, 3.8gr
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
The Center Diamond is an Transitional cut, weighing .45ct. SI1-SI2 Clarity, I-J Color. There is six .01ct single cut Diamonds surrounding weighs 3.8gr size 5 1/2 tests 14k Can be s...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold Swirl Design Diamond Ring 0.50ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Diamond ring in 14k white gold. Tests 14k and weighs 2.3 grams. There are .30 carats of round brilliant cuts, g color, si clarity. Also, there are .20 total carats of treated yellow ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Pink Sapphire Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A beautiful display of sparkle and light irradiate from this unique ring. It features over 3 carats of vivid pink round cut sapphire and diamond accents. Set in 18K rose gold, a perf...
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
Retro Twin Sapphire and Diamond Bypass Ring
Located in Denver, CO
Two round blue sapphires weighing approximately 2.40 carats total, center this retro-era bypass ring, accented by round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 0.22 carats along the tapered,...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Diamond and Ruby Gold Halo Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Ruby and Diamond Gold Cluster Ring. Hand set with Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds, weighing approx. 0.55tcw and Rubies, approx. 0.96tcw.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.05tcw 14K Fancy Blue Diamond & White Diamond Floral Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a gorgeous, contemporary, fancy blue diamond floral ring. This is quite an alluring piece with a stunning natural diamonds to match! The center diamonds are fancy blue b...
White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Men's Diamond Ring
Located in beverly hills, CA
The center of the ring has shared prongs nine dazzling round brilliant cut diamonds, totaling approximately 0.45 carats.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Emerald and Old Cut Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a beautiful emerald and diamond tablet ring. This piece has been created using components of an authentic Art Deco necklace and boasts a wonderful array of round emerald...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold Vintage Estate Diamond Ring 1.00ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Vintage diamond ring in 14k white gold. Tests 14k and weighs 9.5 grams. The center diamond is a round, transition cut and the rest are round brilliant cuts, 1.00 total carat, I to J ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Platinum 2.50ct Diamond and Emerald Ring MF22-013026
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This luxury ring is designed to look elegant from every angle. The ornate Platinum setting shines to life thanks to inset Diamonds totaling 2.50 carats. At the center, a stunning 3.5...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Marquis Ring
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
The stylish open cluster placement of the diamond settings on ring's 6/8 inch head give the piece contemporary flair.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring Size 7.25 21 gorgeous round brilliant cut diamonds and 10 emerald stones set in a 14K yellow gold ring! Approximate total diamond w...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
Sapphire & Diamond Split Shank Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Sapphire and Diamond Split Shank Ring in 18K Yellow Gold. The ring features a 18 brilliant round diamonds accented by 10 marquise cut blue sapphires. Ring size 7.5
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Ribbon Style Diamond Ring 4.00ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ribbon style diamond ring in 18k white gold. Stamped 750 and weighs 15.4 grams. The diamonds are round brilliant cuts, 4.00 total carats, G color, mostly VS clarity, some Si. Very go...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1/20OZ Panda Coin Diamond Ring
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Coin Information ♥ Gold Content: 1/20OZ Purity: Fine Gold .999 Denomination: 5 Yuan Country: China Year: Varies Obverse: Varies Reverse: Temple of Heaven structure ♥ Ring Informa...
Diamond, 14k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold 1.25ct Diamond Grid Ring MF13-031726
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Round diamonds totaling 1.25 carats punctuate the top surface, creating a more staccato sparkle compared to pav.Offered in estate condition, this 18K Yellow Gold 1.25 ct Diamond Grid...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold 2.0ct Diamond Ring MF22-043026
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Textured metalwork makes this luxury ring incredibly dynamic in design. The top of the design is elevated by a 0.70 carat Diamond center stone and additional Diamonds totaling 1.30 c...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold 0.71ct Diamond Ring MF05-051326
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This luxury ring is full of dynamic details. The opulent design effortlessly catches the light and beautifully showcases the stunning 0.71 carat Diamond center stone. Set in 14K Whit...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Tablet Ring
Located in London, GB
An undulating border around the outer edge plays host to a single row of round faceted old cut diamonds which contain a fabulous array of calibre cut emeralds; each of which has been...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
14K Rose Gold 3.85ct Diamond Ring MF05-021926
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Round-cut Diamonds with a total weight of 3.85 carats make this luxury ring a dazzling addition to any jewelry collection. Elegant and incredibly impressive, the 14K Rose Gold settin...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
14 Karat White Gold Pave Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold Pave Diamond Ring Size 6.75 GAI Certified- This sparkling ring features 47 round brilliant cut diamonds set in beautifully detailed 14K white gold. Top of ring ...
Diamond, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Ring Size 6.75 GAI Certified- This sparkling ring features five round brilliant cut diamonds and 37 baguette diamonds set in classic 14K white gold. ...
Diamond, White Gold
18K White Gold 0.56ct Diamond and Ruby Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Meant to be admired and treasured, this piece features a polished white gold band that broadens at the centerpiece to create a canvas for color and light. Horizontal rows of round ru...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Ring Size 7 GAI Certified- This stunning ring features 52 round brilliant cut diamonds set in beautifully detailed 14K white gold. Width: 10 mm. S...
Diamond, White Gold
18K White Gold Vintage Diamond & Cubic Zirconia Ring
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies' vintage diamond and cubic zirconia ring with 18k white gold setting. Tests 18k and weighs 8.4 grams. The three center diamonds are cubic zirconia. The side diamonds are old c...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold Vintage Platinum Diamond Ring 1.01ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies' vintage art deco style platinum and 14k white and diamond ring. Someone sized the bottom portion of the ring using 14k white gold. The upper 3/4 of the ring tests platinum. T...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
1.40 Carat Diamonds Raised Cathedral Ring 14 Karat*
Located in New York, NY
1.40ct. Natural diamonds cathedral ring. Rounds & Baguettes, Full cut Brilliants H-color Si-1 clarity. 14Kt yellow gold. 4.8 Grams Ring is 9.2mm wide Depth: 6.7mm size 5...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lion Head Ruby Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous retro vintage ring features a lion head design crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with a red ruby and round diamonds weighing an estimated 0.14 carats. Made in United S...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum Diamond Rose Flower Ring 6
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum Diamond Rose Flower Ring 6 Metal: Platinum Size: 6 Weight: 7.60 grams Diamond: 34 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .34 approx. Hallmark: ©T...
Diamond, Platinum
Contemporary 0.25ct Diamond and Sapphire Target Ring
Located in London, GB
This stunning contemporary take on the target ring design centres around a sparkling round brilliant diamond. The 0.25ct stone is of good quality with colour of G and clarity of VS1....
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sparkling 0.25ct Diamond Pave Ring with Side Diamonds in 20K Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Unveiling shimmering diamonds in this exquisite 20k yellow gold ring! This captivating piece features a stunning 0.25ct round brilliant diamond as its centerpiece, boasting a near-co...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Tsavorite Garnet & Diamond Ring 1.06g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies custom-made tsavorite garnet and diamond ring in 14k yellow gold setting. Stamped 14k and weighs 10.6 grams gross weight. The tsavorite garnets are round brilliant cuts, inten...
Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold 3.91ct Diamond Ring MF51-031726
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This luxury ring effortlessly emanates light. A 2.31 carat Diamond center stone adds a touch of warmth to the classically elegant design. Its surrounded by additional Diamond accents...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sapphire and Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Geneva, CH
Ring in 18kt yellow gold set with one sapphire and 4 yellow sapphires 4.45 cts and 4 diamonds 0.29 cts Size 54
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...
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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