Rose Gold Pave Crossover Ring
Located in Cedar Grove, NJ
This captivating Lady’s Diamond Disc Fashion Ring is crafted in luminous 18-karat rosé gold and designed to make a bold yet elegant statement. The ring features a striking disc motif...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Yellow Gold Pave Butterfly Ring
Located in Cedar Grove, NJ
This exquisite Lady’s Double Butterfly Fashion Ring is crafted in radiant 18-karat yellow gold and designed to capture elegance with a playful, feminine touch. Featuring two beautifu...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold 2ctw Pave Round Brilliant Diamond Wide Domed Cocktail Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (90) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - G/H Color - VS2-SI2 Clarity Total Carat Weight: 2 (approx.)
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.43cttw Pave Set Round Diamond Multi Drop Shape Band Ring 18k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This ring features 70 pave set round brilliant cut diamonds studded in alternate drop shaped shank designed halfway through the band.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Luxle 0.48 Cttw. Round Pave Diamond Split Shank Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Each ring is made with 126 round diamonds set in micro pave.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$38,470Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 2 Carat Round Square Halo Pave 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Radiating timeless elegance, this stunning diamond ring features a mesmerizing center stone of 2 round diamond, celebrated for its captivating radiance. Graded F and VS2 , this gem i...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 1.06ct Round Daisy Leaf Flower Bloom Pave 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Experience the allure of this stunning diamond ring, showcasing a magnificent round diamond weighing 1.06 with a delicate I and SI1. Th...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.2 Carat Round Diamond Pave Swirl 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this stunning diamond ring features a captivating centerpiece of a GIA-certified round diamond weighing 2.2 wi...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$30,000Sale Price|50% Off
Palmiero 10.45 Carats Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Pavé Fashion Ring in Rose Gold
By Palmiero
Located in New York, NY
A modern fashion ring, showcasing sparkling round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 10.45 carats total with F+ color and VS+ clarity, set on a beautiful pavé design.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Round Pavé Diamond Semi Eternity Band Ring in Polished 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 5.25 This wide band ring makes a bold impression with its surface fully encrusted in brilliant round diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.00 Carat Natural Round Cut Classic Pave Diamond 14K Gold Ring
Located in Aventura, FL
Classic Pave Gold Diamond Ring 1.00 Carat center Round Cut diamond Certified by GIA I Color, Si1 Clarity, Accented by PAVE Round Diamonds, Totaling 0.45 carat G color, VS1 - Clarity,...
Diamond, 14k Gold
5.40 Carat Round Diamond Half Pave Mens Ring 14 Karat in Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 14k White Gold Diamond Details: Approx. 5.45ct of round & baguette cut Diamonds. Diamonds are G/H in color and VS in clarity Size: 10 Measurements: 25 x 19.5 x 30mm Weight...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.17ctw Two Tone Pave Set Round Cut Diamond Ladies Cocktail Ring 14k Gold
Located in New York, NY
Presenting a luxury and bold two tone crisscross design natural diamond ring crafted in 14k white and yellow gold. This fancy ring is highlighted with 1.17 carats of dazzling white r...
Diamond, 14k Gold
David Webb Pearl 3.10ct Round Cut Diamond Pave 18K Gold & Platinum Vintage Ring
By David Webb
Located in Aventura, FL
A Very Rare Vintage David Webb 18K Yellow Gold & Platinum Mabe Pearl & 3.10 ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Statement / Cocktail Pave Ring.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Angara Natural Pave-Set Round Diamond Curved Wedding Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Details:Metal and Purity: 14K Solid GoldMain Stone: DiamondMain Stone Color: HMain Stone Shape: RoundMain Stone Creation:NaturalMain Stone Size: 1.3mmMain Stone Carat Weight:...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
$1,191Sale Price / item|20% Off
Open Heart Pave Round Diamond 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic and romantic, this Open Heart Pave Round Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Ring showcases a delicate heart design adorned with sparkling pave diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Round Diamond Pave Set 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Beaded Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Round Diamond Pave Set 14K Yellow Gold Beaded Ring is a refined fusion of texture and brilliance.
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Round Diamond Pave Set 14K (or 18k upon request) Gold Cluster Beaded Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate your style with the exquisite Round Diamond Pave Set Cluster Beaded Ring, crafted for those who appreciate timeless elegance.
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinu...
Rachel Koen Round Brilliant Pave Diamond Wedding Band Ring 18K Rose Gold 0.72ct
Located in New York, NY
Pave set in this 18k rose. The ring features 11 diamonds in total.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Pave Set Round Cut Diamond Chain Link Ring Band 18K White Gold 0.39cttw
Located in New York, NY
This classic yet elegant chain link ring band features pave set round brilliant cut diamonds encrusted in three links.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Round Cut Blue Topaz White Brown Diamonds Pave Milgrain 14K White Gold Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
This exquisite piece features a round primary blue topaz, beautifully set in a detailed design. The ring showcases intricate patterns with secondary stones in a striking white color,...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Blue Topaz, Silver
2.70 Carat F/VS1 Round Baguette Diamond Pavé Eternity Band Ring 14K Yellow Gold
By Rich Jewels
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
With a comfortable 6.50 mm width, this ring is ideal for collectors seeking versatility, fine craftsmanship, and enduring elegance. --- Details: Model Number: R-854 Total Diamond W...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Round Shape Brilliant Cut Diamond Halo Pave Set 18K White Gold Engagement Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
A refined Diamond Ring, featuring a central diamond set in a halo of smaller diamonds. 18K White Gold 1.10 CT Center Round Diamond 0.75 CTW Diamonds
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,180Sale Price / item|20% Off
Round Brilliant Cut Pavé Diamond Chevron Stackable Band Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
The sharp, contemporary V-shape design adds visual interest and dimension, creating an ideal companion piece for engagement rings or other stackable bands. Its comfortable profile en...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yello...
SouthSea White Pearl and Round Cut Pave Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
12.3mm cultured Southsea white pearl and diamond pave set ring. Set in 18k white gold. The pearl is clean, lustrous, and very symmetrical.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamonds Pave Set Round Cluster Halo Set White Gold Statement Three Stone Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
This elegant ring is crafted in 14K white gold. It features three round white diamonds, each approximately 0.5 carat. The diamonds are set in a sleek, modern design.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Round Diamond Pavé Flower Motif Cocktail Ring in Polished 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 7 An elegant fusion of artistry and sparkle, this custom diamond ring showcases an intricate flower design adorned with round brilliant cut diamonds. Featuring an intrica...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
16.67Ct GIA Round Shaped Tanzanite Split Shank Pave Set Engagement Ring w. Halo
By Sebastian Bernard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful color 16.67 Ct Round shaped tanzanite set in the center of an 18K split shank pave set diamond engagement ring with a halo to create great contrast.
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
Diamonds Pave Set Round Cluster Halo Set 14K White Gold Statement Split Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
This elegant ring is crafted in 14K white gold. It features a brilliant round white diamond (G color) weighing approximately 0.5 carat. The band is adorned with additional smaller di...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$4,580Sale Price / item|20% Off
7 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds & Pavé Diamond Channel Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Sophisticated brilliance meets contemporary design in this stunning ring featuring seven round brilliant-cut diamonds in a captivating channel-set centerpiece.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold,...
Diamonds Pave Set Round Cluster Halo Set White Gold Statement Three Stone Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
This elegant ring is crafted in 14K white gold. It features a trio of sparkling white round-cut diamonds, each meticulously set to enhance their brilliance. The diamonds are set in a...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamonds Pave Set Cluster Round Halo Bypass Spiral 14K White Gold Statement Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
This exquisite ring is crafted in 14k white gold. The center features a stunning round cuts diamonds, weighing 0.75 carats, set in a sophisticated mounting. The design includes intri...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$105,000Sale Price|40% Off
7.71 Carat Round Cut Natural Diamond Pave Cluster Ring in 18K White Gold
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
7.71 carat round cut natural diamond cluster ring in 18k white gold with 4.98 carats in white pave set diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Round Cut Aquamarine Ring with Pavé Sapphires and Diamonds 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 5 This breathtaking domed ring is a masterpiece of elegance, featuring a mesmerizing round-cut aquamarine at its center.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Twisted Round Pavé Diamond Band Ring with Milgrain in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 6 This stunning pavé diamond band ring features a twisted design, crafted in luxurious 14 karat yellow gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamonds Pave Set Round Cluster Halo 14K White Gold Statement Three Stone Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Experience the refined elegance of our exquisite. This captivating piece, designed in 14K white gold, features a trio of round-cut white diamonds totaling 0.85 carats. The diamonds a...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamonds Pave Set Round Cluster Halo 14K White Gold Statement Three Stone Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
A harmonious blend of elegance and brilliance. This stunning ring showcases three round-cut white diamonds, totaling 0.65 carats. Each diamond is meticulously set in a sleek 14k whit...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamonds Pave Set Round Cluster Halo 14K White Gold Statement Three Stone Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
This exquisite ring showcases a modern design with three prominent round clusters of sparkling diamonds(1.0 CtW). The clusters are elegantly framed by sleek, curved 14K White Gold ba...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.16ct Natural Round Diamond Ring With 0.45ct Pave Diamonds Color H Clarity VS2
Located in Aventura, FL
This lovely round-pave diamond Engagement Ring is the definition of understated elegance.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$976Sale Price / item|20% Off
Round Diamond 14K (or 18k upon request) Gold Infinity Pave Set Diamond Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Round Diamond 14K Gold Infinity Pave Set Diamond Ring is a timeless piece that blends elegance with modern design.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Gold
Pave Set Round Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring 18K Multi Colored Gold 2.45Cttw Size 6
Located in New York, NY
Features round cut natural diamonds studded in a circular and square shape designs in pave setting.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
2.96ct Round Black Diamond Halo and Pave Band 14K Gold Engagement Ring R6336
By Aurora Designer
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ 2.96ct Round Black Diamond with Halo and Pave Band 14K Rose Gold Engagement Ring ♥ Solid 14k rose gold ring set with a beautiful round-shaped diamond ♥ Gorgeous black color!
Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
White Gold Pavé Diamond Chain Link Cluster Cocktail Band -14k Round 1.50ctw Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 8 Sizing Fee: Up 1 1/2 sizes for $60 or Down 1/2 a size for $40 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1.50ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamonds Pave Set Round Cluster Black Diamonds Halo White Gold Three Stone Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
A striking ring from. This exquisite piece features a captivating design with a central round black & white diamonds weighing 1.0 carat. The ring is surrounded by a halo of sparkling...
Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Double Finger Knuckle Pave Ring
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our Double Finger Knuckle Pave Ring, an exquisite and contemporary piece crafted in 14K White Gold, adorned with a dazzling array of white diamonds totaling 1.5 carats. T...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Men's 14k Yellow Gold 0.20ctw Round Pave Diamond Cross Signet Oval Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (11) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 0.20ctw (approx.)
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamonds Pave Set Round Cluster Black Diamond Halo 14K White Gold Statement Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
This elegant ring is crafted in 14K white gold. It features a central round diamond weighing approximately 0.33 carats, surrounded by a halo of black diamonds. The primary diamond is...
Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Pave Braided Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A sleek and sexy ring featuring 5.46 carats of round brilliant-cut diamonds pave-set over two interlocking braids of gold, leaving no area without visible diamonds when worn.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$26,975Sale Price|32% Off
EGL Certified F color SI2 clarity Round 3.00 Carat 14k Pave' Diamond Ring
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Flash Main Stone Shape: Round 3.00 carats Diamond Color Grade: F Main Stone Width: 9.12 x 9.04 x 5.61MM Diamond Clarity Grade: SI2 Certification: E...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Square Sapphire & Pave Round Diamond Wide Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
-- Stone(s):-- 41 Natural Genuine Sapphires - Square Step Cut - Channel Set - Deep Vivid Blue Color - 2.10ctw (approx.) 106 Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.01 Carat Round Diamond Pave 14 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
GIA 1.01ct Round Brilliant Cut Natural Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring Size 7.25 Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Stone: GIA Certified 1.01ct Round Brilliant Cut Natural Dia...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
0.19 Carat Round Diamond Pave Platinum Eternity Band Ring Handmade by H&H Jewels
By H & H Jewels
Located in Miami, FL
0.19 Carat Round Diamond Pave Platinum Eternity Band Ring Handmade by H&H Jewels This handmade band ring features 0.19 carat of round diamonds (G/H/VS) pave-set on a platinum band.
Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
$3,646Sale Price|20% Off
14 Karat Yellow Gold Square and Round Channel Pavé Set Ring
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k yellow gold square and round channel-pave' set ring, containing 12 square cut and 32 round full cut diamond; color "G", clarity VS and weight 1.55cts. fits a stone 1ct. round but...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,380Sale Price|20% Off
14 Karat Yellow Gold Baguette and Round Channel Pavé Set Ring
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k yellow gold baguette and round channel-pave' set ring, containing 26 baguette and 36 round full cut diamond; color "G", clarity VS and weight 2.75cts. fits a stone 1ct. round but...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold 1.02ctw Round Pave Diamond Classic Polished Wedding Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (6) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - F/G Color - VS1/VS2 Clarity Total Carat Weight: 1.02 (approx.)
White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
7-CTW Pavé Set Round Brilliant Diamond Platinum Eternity Dome Band Ring Size 5
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This stunning platinum pave diamond dome eternity band ring features a striking design with a mix of round brilliant cut and baguette diamonds, totaling approximately 7.00 carats.
Diamond, Platinum
Round Pavé Diamond Chunky Wave Motif Dome Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 7 Bold and brilliant pave diamond gold river style dome ring will fill your finger with elegance.
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
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