Yellow Gold Sapphire Diamond Cluster Ring - 14k Round 1.44ctw Tiered Stripes
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 1/2 sizes for $35 or Down 1 1/2 sizes for $35 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Sapphires Treatment: Heating C...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Cocktail Bypass Ring - 18k Round 2.36ctw Waterfall
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $80 or Down 1 size for $60 Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold & 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .30ct Cut: Round Bril...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14k White Gold 0.67ctw Round & Baguette Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (6) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Baguette Cut - Channel Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 0.30ctw (approx.) (72) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant & Sing...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage White Gold Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
This diamond cluster ring is a classic and highly wearable design, set with 2.14 carats total weight of diamonds graded I color and SI1 clarity in a beautifully balanced cluster arra...
Diamond, White Gold
White Gold Diamond Cluster Ring - 10k Princess & Round .62ctw Floral
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 3/4 Metal Content: 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .62ctw Cut: Princess, Round Brilliant & Single Color: G - H Clarity: SI2 - I1 Total Car...
Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold
Large Cluster Diamond Ring Sterling Silver 925 Natural Diamonds Cluster Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Large Cluster Ring Sterling Silver 925 with Natural Diamonds Cluster Design area size approx 27 x 21 Natural Diamonds approx 0.38 carat Weight 11.4 grams Finger Size 7 (oro sr511...
Diamond, Sterling Silver
.60ct Princess & Round Raised Cluster Ring 14kt*
Located in New York, NY
Princess Cut Cluster Heart (Three Diamonds Fused Together) .60ct Natural Princess & Round Diamonds Vs-2 clarity H color. 14kt white gold 2.8 Grams Overall ring: 5.6 mm (H...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Fine Tiffany & Co. Round Emerald & Diamond Flower 18k Yellow Gold Cluster Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Tiffany & Co. Emerald & Diamond Buttercup 18k Yellow Gold Ring. A beautifully made yellow gold cluster ring set with a stunning 4.1mm vivid green round cut emerald.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Cocktail Ring - 14k Round Brilliant 1.00ctw Floral
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $35 or Down 1 1/2 sizes for $35 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1.00ctw Cut: Ro...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
.925 Sterling Silver 1/2 Carat Round-Cut Diamond Cluster Cushion Ring
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite silver and diamond cushion cluster ring is a must-have for any woman who appreciates the finer things in life.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver
Round Cut Emerald and Diamond Domed Cluster Cocktail Ring in Polished Platinum
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Set in cool platinum, clusters of lush green emeralds are beautifully accented by glistening baguette and round diamonds arranged in a sculptural, multidimensional design.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$450Sale Price / item|20% Off
Tanzanite and Diamond Cluster Ring
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k white gold Tanzanite and diamond cluster ring, containing 1 round tanzanite weighing .15pts. and 12 round full cut diamonds of very fine quality weighing .12pts.
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold
Diamond and Sapphire Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
Diamond and Sapphire Cluster Ring Description: A bold cluster ring crafted in 18K White Gold, featuring a striking combination of diamonds and sapphires arranged in a dimensional ge...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.70 Carat Aquamarine Engagement Ring. Round Aquamarine Diamond Cluster 18k Gold
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stone: Aquamarine Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 0.70-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Round Cut Secondary Stone: Diamonds Secondary Stone Weight: Approximately 0.30-Carats Secondar...
Diamond, Aquamarine, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Curve Top Princess & Round Diamond Cluster Ring 18k White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Curved top 18k white gold natural diamond cluster mens ring. Featuring princess cut and round cut diamonds in tension and channel setting.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat Yellow and White Gold Round Diamond Heart-Shaped Cluster Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14k yellow and white gold Diamond: 19 round cut = 0.20cttw Color: I Clarity: SI1 Ring Size: 5.25 Width: 9.6mm Weight: 2.02 grams
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Platinum Ring With Clusters of Diamonds
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Platinum Ring circa 1940's. Curved shape with 2 flower shaped clusters of diamonds separated by one .80 carat round brilliant cut diamond size 5.81 x 5.87 x 3.41 mm.
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
Marquise Shaped Round Diamond Cluster Band Ring in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The centerpiece of the ring comprises a round diamond cluster with two triangular clusters on flanking it.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Platinum Cluster Ring 2.8ct Round Emerald F VS Diamonds 12.12x8.20MM Emerald
Located in New York, NY
Ideal for special occasions or as a statement piece, this ring offers both history and glamour in one. Style: Cluster Metal: Platinum Gemstone 1: 1.8 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: ...
Diamond, Platinum
Yellow Gold Sapphire Diamond Waterfall Ring 10k Round .53ctw Cluster Halo Bypass
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $40 or Down 2 sizes for $30 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Sapphires Treatment: Heating Carat...
Diamond, Sapphire, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Round Diamond Cluster Filigree Cocktail Ring in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 5 This stunning vintage diamond cluster dome ring, elegantly set in gleaming 14 karat white gold, is a timeless testament to sophistication and style.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
.80ct Natural Diamonds Cluster Ring 14kt.*
Located in New York, NY
.80ct Round diamonds ring. Diamonds: Vs-2 clarity, G color.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Superb 1.50ct Diamond Cluster (Round & Baguette Cuts) Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Of stunning floral motif, this cluster ring is exquisitely crafted in 14K yellow gold featuring a cluster of natural diamonds, forming a flower ~ Centrally set with 21 round br...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Cluster Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A bold and creative cocktail ring featuring a cluster of 15 large round brilliant-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Round Diamond Cluster Open Cuff Wedding Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Natural Round Diamond Cluster Open Cuff Wedding Ring 18 Karat White Gold features round cut diamonds studded in two heart shape, one marquise and one pear shape making a open cuff r...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Round Diamond Cluster Open Cuff Wedding Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Natural Round Diamond Cluster Open Cuff Wedding Ring 14 Karat White Gold features round cut diamonds studded in two heart shape, one marquise and one pear shape making a open cuff r...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.00 Carat Round Diamond Halo 14k White Gold Three Stone Cluster Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
This 1940's 1.00 Carat Round Diamond Halo Three Stone Cluster Ring is a timeless expression of elegance and brilliance.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Emerald & Diamond Cluster Ring - 14k Round Cut 1.00ctw Floral Halo
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 9 1/2 Sizing Fee: .Down 3 for $35 or up 2 for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Genuine Emeralds Treatment: Oiling Carat(s): .70ctw Cut: Round Color: Green...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$792Sale Price / item|20% Off
Modern Minimalist Natural Round Diamond Cluster Stacking Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This stacking ring features 0.18 carats of mixed-size diamonds 14K yellow gold. All gemstones secured in a graceful prong setting. Designed with a slim and minimalist silhouette, the...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rachel Koen Three Round Cluster Diamond Womens Ring 14k White Gold 0.37Cttw
Located in New York, NY
This three round cluster ring is crafted in 14k white gold and encrusted with approx. 0.37cttw diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.33 Carat Round Cut Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Engagement Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This delicate 0.33 Carat Round White Cut Diamond cluster engagement ring is set in 18 Karat White Gold, color H clarity SI1.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Superb 1.00ct Round & Baguette Diamond Cluster Flower Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Visually striking & reminiscent of a famous designer, this superb ring is crafted in 18K Yellow Gold with remarkable attention to details: Designed as a flowerhead, centering a cri...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Moonlight Collection Round Cluster Ring: 0.75 Carat Diamonds in 14K White Gold
By ZIORO
Located in Paramus, NJ
This exquisite ring showcases 57 round diamonds meticulously set to create a stunning cluster effect.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.40ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Flower Cluster Right-Hand Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite 14k white gold ring is a masterpiece of elegance. The stunning flower design is adorned with nearly one and a half carats of natural, round brilliant cut diamonds. The...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Diamond Cluster Band 14k Round Brilliant 1.00ctw Diagonal Stripe Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1.00ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G - H ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,280Sale Price|20% Off
0.5tcw Natural Round-C Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
đź’Ž Product Description: Radiating brilliance from every angle, this Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring is a modern masterpiece of elegance and glamour.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Sapphire And Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
Antique Sapphire And Diamond Cluster Ring A ring featuring a center round cut sapphire surrounded by antique cut diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Rachel Koen Three Round Cluster Diamond Engagement Ring 18K White Gold 0.75cttw
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful three round cluster diamond engagement ring crafted in 18k white gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful multi-layered cluster ring. Crafted from platinum, this piece features a single 0.50 carat round brilliant cut diamond at the centre of the face.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
3.38tcw Teardrop Diamond & Round Colombian Emerald Cluster Statement Gold Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
A pear cut diamond & Colombian Emerald cluster statement ring in 14K white ring.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Diamond Vintage Cluster Ring - 10k Single and Round Brilliant .20ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 2 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 Era: Vintage Metal Content: 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .20ctw Cut: Single and Round Brilliant Color: H...
Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14K Gold 1.75ct GIA Fiery Round Brilliant Diamond Cluster Platter Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - L Color - VS2 Clarity - 0.85ct (exact - certified) (10) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut -...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Round Diamond & Sapphire Art Deco Style Floral Flower Cluster White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Artistry and sophistication come together in a flower ring with sapphires and diamonds from the Art Deco inspiration. The ring features a round shape center diamond on it surrounded ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.0tcw 14K Colombian Emerald-Round Cut & Diamond Band Cluster Gold Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Setting Style: Prong Setting Material: 14K Yellow & White Gold Setting Weight: 6.6 Grams Main Stone: Emerald Shape: Round Cut Emerald Count: 12 Weight: 0.98-Carats (Total) Clarity: ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$464Sale Price|20% Off
14K White Gold Round Cut Diamond Beaded With Oval Shape Pave Cluster Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
The centerpiece is a shimmering oval pave cluster of round diamonds, meticulously set to create the illusion of a much larger stone.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.65 Carat Round-Brilliant Cut Diamond and 18k Gold Cluster Men's Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Centering 15 Round-Brilliant Cut Diamonds totaling 0.65 Carats and set in 18K Yellow Gold, this 14.7 gram, Italian-made men's ring is a spuerb choice for the discerning collector. ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Round Brilliant Diamond Stacked Cluster Dome Ring in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 5.75 Introducing our exquisite diamond dome cluster ring set in luxurious polished white gold.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
5mm Round Cut Natural Blue Sapphire Pear Diamond Cluster Ring Solid Rose Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This elegant sapphire and diamond ring is crafted in solid gold and centered with a vivid 5mm natural round blue sapphire, beautifully accented by pear-shaped diamonds and round bril...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Rose Gold
2.28tcw 14K Men's Colombian Emerald Round Cut & Diamond Cluster Two-Toned Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
A diamond and emerald men's cluster ring. A 0.30ct round cut, Colombian emerald is set in the very center of this impressive men's ring.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Retro 22k Carved Yellow Gold and Round Ball Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Miami, FL
The 22k carved gold shank is the perfect complement to the ball-shaped diamond cluster, which features an impressive 48 round cut diamonds totaling approximately 2 carats.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
$1,496Sale Price|20% Off
0.38ct Natural Round Diamond Square Cluster Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
✦ Key Features Center Stone • 0.38ct total weight of natural round-cut diamonds • 9 perfectly matched stones (E–F color, VS clarity) • Exceptional brilliance · Ethically sourced M...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
New Classic 18k White Gold Pearl 0.40ct Round Diamond Flower Cluster Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This classic pearl and diamond flower cluster ring is newly crafted in solid 18k white gold.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a remarkable cluster ring meticulously crafted from platinum. At its heart lies a captivating ruby, radiating a deep red hue.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
14k Yellow Gold Marquise Baguette & Round Diamond Cluster Flared Petite Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (17) Natural Genuine Diamond - Marquise Baguette & Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 0.50ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Diamond Cluster Ring, 5.3 grams, size 5.75. The design features three overlapping diamond clusters, each set with round diamonds totaling 1.44 carats, creating a flora...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
TJD 1.0 Carat Round Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Designer Cluster Disc Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This engagement ring features 1.00 carat of 158 round diamond studded in micro prong setting.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$4,400Sale Price|20% Off
Aquamarine and Diamond Cluster Ring. 0.90 Round Cut Silver on 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Aquamarine Carat Weight: Approx 0.90 Carats Cut: Round Cut Secondary Stones: Diamonds Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Total Additional Diamond Weight: A...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver, 18k 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.Â
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.Â
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.Â
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.Â
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.Â
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs. Â
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.Â
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.Â
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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