Alphabet Initial 'S' Letter Personal Diamond 0.10 Carat 9Kt Rose Gold Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Diamond Initial “S” Ring in 9 Karat Rose Gold – Fancy Script Personal Jewellery, British Hallmarked A must-have in the current personalisation jewellery trend, this elegant diamond ...
Diamond, Rose Gold
14 Karat White Gold with Center Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
14 Karat White Gold With Center Diamond Cluster Ring 0.25 total diamond weight. Size 6.25 3.06 grams total weight.
Diamond, 14k Gold
1940s 1.87 Carat Diamond and White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning vintage 1940s 1.87 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold, platinum set floral cluster ring; part of our diverse diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1.15ct Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring, hallmarked 1988
Located in London, GB
A vibrant green emerald is surrounded by sparkling round brilliant diamonds in this vintage cluster ring.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat White Gold Diamond 4 Cluster Bypass Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 14 karat white gold Diamond: 50 round brilliant= 1.00cttw Color: H-I Clarity: I1 Ring Size: 4.5 (please allow up to 2 additional business days for sizing requests) Weight: ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond Ring 20K Gold Cluster Floral 1.27 TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Diamond Ring 20K Gold Cluster Floral 1.27 TDW This gorgeous estate ring is finely crafted in solid 20K Yellow Gold (carefully tested and guaranteed) and set with genuine whi...
Diamond, Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vibrant vintage ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and designed with a striking cluster of rubies and diamonds. The rich red rubies create a bold pop of color, while the sparkli...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 0.40ct Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1960s
Located in London, GB
This 1960s cluster ring centres around a single red ruby. The round cut stone is 0.40 carat and encircled by a ring of white diamonds really allowing the rubies colour to pop.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Floral Diamond Cluster Filigree Ring in 18K White Gold
By Hand Made
Located in New York, NY
Custom Made Ring Material: 18K White God Condition: Pre-Owned Diamond: 1.25ctw Clarity: VS1 Color: F Ring Dimension: This Ring Resizable Size: 7 Length: 15mm Width: 16.1mm Thicknes...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Vintage Style Floral Cluster 14K Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A lovely floral ring for anyone who loves antique-inspired jewelry. The twenty-five diamonds form a flower sit on the open worked floral motif for a beautifully feminine design that’...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Vintage Cluster 1.73 TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Vintage Cluster 1.73 TDW This terrific vintage ring is finely crafted in solid 14K White Gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$7,280Sale Price|20% Off
14k Yellow Gold 3.39 Carat Diamond Cluster Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your elegance with this stunning cluster band ring, featuring a luxurious 14k yellow gold band that beautifully complements the brilliance of 85 round diamonds totaling 3.39 ...
White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Gold Diamond Cluster Ring, Late 20th Century Design
Located in Sewickley, PA
At the center, a cluster of round diamonds creates a radiant focal point, surrounded by geometric yellow gold accents arranged in a layered, almost ArtDeco - inspired pattern.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Diamond Cluster Ring Set with 0.40ct In 18ct White Gold
Located in London, GB
A beautifully crafted diamond cluster ring, set in 18ct white gold, featuring 0.40ct of natural diamonds arranged in a cluster setting. Total Diamond Weight: 0.40ct Diamond Colour:...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18KT White Gold Diamond Cluster Ring 7 carats total
Located in Braintree, GB
A vintage cluster ring crafted in 18KT white gold, set with a substantial arrangement of round-cut diamonds forming an elongated, tiered cluster.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 7.50ct Amethyst and Diamond Cluster Ring, hallmarked 1994
Located in London, GB
A vivid purple amethyst takes centre stage in this striking 1994 cluster ring. The oval cut gemstone weighs 7.50 carats and is framed by a halo of old cut diamonds totalling 1.60 car...
Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Transitional Cut Diamond Platinum Vintage Scrolling Cluster Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a band ring centering an elongated oval shaped face bead set with diamond cluster Diamonds are transitional cut and weigh approximately 1.16 carat total - G color with VS...
Diamond, Platinum
Alphabet Initial 'R' Letter Personal Diamond 0.11 Carat 9Kt Rose Gold Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Diamond Initial “R” Ring in 9 Karat Rose Gold – Fancy Script Personal Jewellery by Hasbani Diamonds London, British Hallmarked A must-have in the current personalisation jewellery t...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Diamond Cluster Ring Set with 1.0ct In 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
A beautifully crafted diamond cluster ring, set in 18ct yellow gold, featuring 1.0ct of natural diamonds arranged in a cluster setting. Total Diamond Weight: 1.0ct Diamond Colour: ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,220Sale Price|20% Off
14k Solid Gold Floral Cluster Diamond Statement Blossom Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Gold Floral Cluster Diamond Statement Ring Blossom Engagement Ring Light weight can be worn everyday Additional information: Condition: New with tags: A brand-new, unused,...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Brilliant 0.83ct Natural Diamond Cluster 18K White Gold Ring
Located in רמת גן, IL
Crown your hand with this regal, unworn ring, featuring a unique tiara/crown-like design meticulously crafted in radiant 18K white gold. At its apex, two magnificent natural round br...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Emerald and Diamond 9 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This stunning cluster boasts a 30pt emerald at the centre of it. Surrounding the beautiful green stone are diamonds totalling 30pts. All modelled in 9carat gold. Ring Size: L or 5 ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
Diamond Ruby Platinum Starburst Comet Bypass Cluster Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Platinum diamond and ruby cocktail ring featuring with a .65c center diamond (VS2 H-I) surrounded round and marquise diamonds and rubies with a band that has one side with baguette ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
10K White Gold Diamond Cluster Ring, Late 20th Century, Unisex
Located in Sewickley, PA
At the center is a bold cluster composed of numerous round Diamonds. Bold yet elegant, this ring makes a striking statement piece.
Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold
Hammerman Brothers 18K Gold Diamond Cluster Ring, 1.60 Carat
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in Miami, FL
A dazzling vintage statement piece by Hammerman Brothers, this 18K yellow gold ring showcases an impressive composition of 18 round brilliant-cut diamonds, totaling approximately 1.6...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage art deco 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Cluster Ring Natural Diamonds
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage pre- Owned as new condition Center Diamond + cluster Diamonds Unique layout design. Center diamond approx 0.55 carat (5mm) H-I-SI-I Total all diamonds approx 3.0 carat 14k W...
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage 0.15ct Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring, hallmarked 1998
Located in London, GB
This delightful cluster ring features hallmarks dating it to 1998 and centres around a lively green emerald.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Emerald and Diamond 9 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This stunning cluster boasts a 35pt emerald at the centre of it. Surrounding the beautiful green stone are diamonds totalling 28pts. All modelled in 9carat gold and stones set in pla...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
14K Yellow Gold Floral Cluster Ring with Champagne & White Diamonds
Located in Sewickley, PA
This elegant floral cluster ring features a sparkling arrangement or diamond set in warm 14k yellow gold. The design is crafted to resemble a blooming flower, with a center cluster o...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Timeless 0.2ct Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Enhance your style with this sophisticated ring, crafted from luxurious 18K white gold. This exquisite piece features 10 round brilliant diamonds, with a total carat weight of 0.2ct,...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Emerald and Diamond 9 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This stunning cluster boasts a 35pt emerald at the centre of it. Surrounding the beautiful green stone are diamonds totalling 12pts. All modelled in 9carat gold and stones set in pla...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
Edwardian 0.70ct Aquamarine and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the Edwardian era, this 1910s cluster ring features a central aquamarine surrounded by a cluster of old cut diamonds.
Diamond, Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18k Yellow Gold 6 Carat Diamond Cluster Flower Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
6 carat total brown, black, and white diamond cluster flower ring, a true masterpiece crafted in luxurious 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Wide Cocktail 1.45cts Cluster
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Wide Cocktail 1.45cts Cluster This estate ring was a part of estate jewelry auction, the tag is still attached.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 0.50ct Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
This wonderful vintage ring centres around a vibrant round emerald surrounded by sparkling diamonds. The central emerald weighs 0.50 carat and is expertly claw set into platinum. Th...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Vintage Diamond and 18 Carat White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This cluster ring holds Diamonds totalling approx 78pts and are bright and sparkly. The ring is modelled in 18carat white gold. Hallmarked London 1975. Ring Size: M or 6 1/4 Cluster...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960’s, 18ct Gold Zircon & Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Blue Zircon & Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Makers Mark JLD Circa 1960s This stunning vintage cluster ring from the 1960s features a beautiful zircon centre and a fabul...
Diamond, Zircon, Gold, 18k Gold
Light Brown Diamond Cluster Ring 0.77 Carats 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Light Brown Diamond: 0.77 Carats Metal: 9K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7 US Custom sizing available upon...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Tourmaline and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The tourmaline in this ring is such a beautiful colour! The tourmaline measures 65pts and the diamonds total approx 35pts. fully hallmarked London 1978. Ring Size: L or 5 3/4 Clus...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Three Row Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 18K yellow gold Diamond: 44 round brilliant cut = 0.94cttw Color: I / J /K Clarity: SI2-I1 Size: 8 Weight: 7.30 grams
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Glamorous 0.42ct Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Capture hearts with this exquisite 18k white gold ring, a timeless treasure waiting to be discovered. Seventeen dazzling round brilliant diamonds with a total carat weight: of 0.42ct...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 0.60ct Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, hallmarked 1987
Located in London, GB
This beautiful vintage cluster ring features a central sapphire surrounded by round brilliant diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
IGI Certified 1.08ct Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
IGI Certified 1.08ct Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k White Gold A breathtaking celebration of brilliance, this 18K white gold diamond ring showcases a magnificent 0.70ct round brillian...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Vintage Cluster 2.00 TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Vintage Cluster 2.00 TDW This vintage ring is made in solid 14K White Gold The center round brilliant cut diamond is .25 carat of VS1 clarity and H color...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Beaded With Oval Diamond 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, Yellow Gold
0.80ctw Diamond Cluster Ring 18k Yellow Platinum Size 7
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Diamonds - Total Carats - 0.80ctw Cut - Round Brilliant Color - H - J Clarity - VS2 Metal: 18k Yellow Gold, Platinum Weight: 6.4 Grams Stamps: 18k ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Alphabet Initial P Letter Personal Diamond 0.10 Carat 9Kt Yellow Gold Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Diamond Initial “P” Ring in 9 Karat Yellow Gold – Fancy Script Personal Jewellery by Hasbani Diamonds London, British Hallmarked A must-have in the current personalisation jewellery...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Alphabet Initial-O-Letter Personal Diamond 0.11 Carat 9Kt Yellow Gold Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Diamond Initial “O” Ring in 9 Karat Yellow Gold – Fancy Script Personal Jewellery by Hasbani Diamonds London, British Hallmarked A must-have in the current personalisation jewellery...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Alphabet Initial Q Letter Personal Diamond 0.12 Carat 9Kt Yellow Gold Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Diamond Initial “Q” Ring in 9 Karat Yellow Gold – Fancy Script Personal Jewellery by Hasbani Diamonds London, British Hallmarked A must-have in the current personalisation jewellery...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Visconti White Diamond Cluster Ring in 18k White Gold
By Visconti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 2.58 ct. white diamond rounds. Handmade in 18k white gold. Signed by Visconti. Ring size 9.
White Diamond, White Gold
Natural Tanzanite Cluster Ring With Diamonds 3.01 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Gemstones: Tanzanite, Diamond Tanzanite: 2.92 Carats Diamond: 0.09 Carats Total Carat Weight: 3.01 ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Tanzanite, Silver, Sterling Silver
Alphabet Initial-M-Letter Personal Diamond 0.11 Carat 9Kt White Gold Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A must-have in today’s personalisation jewellery trend, this refined piece forms part of the Illustrious Alphabet Collection by Hasbani Diamonds London. Expertly crafted in gold and ...
Diamond, White Gold, 9k Gold
Alphabet Initial-L-Letter Personal Diamond 0.10 Carat 9Kt Rose Gold Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A must-have in today’s personalisation jewellery trend, this exquisite piece belongs to the Illustrious Alphabet Collection by Hasbani Diamonds London. Expertly crafted in gold and s...
Diamond, Rose Gold, 9k Gold
Light Brown Diamond Cluster Ring 0.77 Carats 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Light Brown Diamond: 0.77 Carats Metal: 9K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7 US Custom sizing available upon...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18ct Gold Stamped, 1960s Zircon & Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Zircon & Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Circa 1960s This stunning vintage cluster ring from the 1960s features a beautiful zircon centre and a fabulous halo of natural diamonds. ...
Diamond, Zircon, Gold, 18k Gold
18ct Yellow Gold and Platinum Diamond Daisy Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Art Deco Diamond Cluster Ring This stunning Art Deco-inspired ring is a masterpiece of craftsmanship. A brilliant-cut center diamond, surrounded by a halo of sparkling diamonds, tak...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Retro 0.10 Carat Diamond Abstract Cluster Ring 14k 585
Located in Miami, FL
Retro 0.10 Carat Diamond Abstract Cluster Ring 14k 585 The ring weights 2.4 grams and is a size 6
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
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