Ruby & Diamond Band in 14k White Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Ruby & Diamond Band in 14k White Gold This 14k white gold ring features a structured band design set with rich red rubies and bright diamond accents.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ruby Diamond Stackable Band 14K Rose Gold 0.14ctw Size 6.5
Located in West Hempstead, NY
This elegant ruby and diamond stackable band is crafted in 14K rose gold and features 0.08 carats of vibrant round rubies accented by 0.06 carats total weight of natural round single...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
.94 Carat Ruby Diamond Platinum Swirl Cluster Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Ruby and diamond band ring. .18ct round brilliant cut center diamonds with 10 marquise cut rubies and 18 round brilliant cut diamonds in a swirl cluster setting. 1 round brilliant...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$1,848Sale Price / item|20% Off
Modern 1.14 Ct Octagon Ruby and Diamond Band Ring in 14k Gold Leaf Motif Design
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
The band is embellished with fine pave diamonds. A perfect blend of modern elegance and timeless charm.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat White Gold 6.85 Carat Ruby and Diamond Eternity Band Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat White Gold 6.85 Carat Ruby and Diamond Eternity Band Ring This sensational ruby and diamond band is exquisite.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold 6.40 Carat Ruby and Diamond Eternity Band Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat Yellow Gold 6.40 Carat Ruby and Diamond Eternity Band Ring This glorious fiery red ruby and diamond band is phenomenal.
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
5.38 Carat Oval-Cut Ruby and Diamond Eternity Band Ring in Victorian Style
Located in Jaipur, IN
5.38 Carat Oval-Cut Ruby and Diamond Eternity Band Ring in Victorian Style This Victorian period art-deco style enchanting crimson ruby and diamond band is magnificent.
Diamond, Ruby, Silver
Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Band
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A wide ruby and diamond band with unique serpent scale design. .84 carats of Ruby .50 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds Approximately 14.5 mm wide set in 18k white gold
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Rose Gold 2.23 Carat Cushion-Cut Ruby and Diamond Eternity Band Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat Rose Gold 2.23 Carat Cushion-Cut Ruby and Diamond Eternity Band Ring This phenomenal blood-red ruby and diamond band is exquisite.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$2,080Sale Price|20% Off
1.00 Ct Ruby Channel Band Natural Ruby Diamond Band 14K Gold Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
**Ruby Diamond Band Ring, 14K Yellow Gold Ruby Ring, Channel Set Ruby Band, Natural Diamond Accent Ring** Elegant, vibrant, and timeless, this 14K yellow gold ruby and diamond band ...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,796Sale Price|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Five-Stone Band Ring, 1.00 Carat Rubies
Located in Covington, LA
Using oval diamonds rather than small round accent stones distinguishes this piece from more conventional ruby-and-diamond bands.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,276Sale Price|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold Ruby & Diamond Anniversary Band Ring
Located in Covington, LA
Details Five round natural rubies totaling approximately 0.29 carat Four round brilliant diamonds totaling approximately 0.06 carat Crafted in 14K yellow gold Vintage-inspired milgra...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,325Sale Price|50% Off
18K Gold 1.20ct Squared Ruby & 0.06ct Diamond Channel Set Band Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
A striking geometric treasure in solid 18k yellow gold, this ruby and diamond band ring showcases a bold interplay of color, symmetry, and craftsmanship.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18K Gold 0.88ct Alternating Square Step Cut Ruby & Diamond Channel Set Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This stunning, HIGH QUALITY, ruby and diamond band ring is crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and elegantly carries the stones in an alternating pattern across its top in secure channe...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Le Vian Baguette Ruby and Round Diamond Wide Band Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Le Vian
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ideal for collectors and those who appreciate vintage-inspired luxury, this ruby and diamond band ring embodies sophistication and charm.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Modern July Birthstone Ruby and Diamond Eternity Ring 4.00 CTW 18K Rose Gold
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Modern July Birthstone Ruby and Diamond Eternity Ring 4.00 CTW 18K Rose Gold This enchanting vivid red ruby and diamond band is magnificent.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Diamond and Ruby Band Ring. Round cut Diamond Ruby Beaded Band 18K White Gold
By Estate Diamond Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Secondary Stones: Ruby, Diamond Ruby Weight: Approximately 0.10 carats Ruby Cut: Round Cut Diamond Weight: Approximately 0.04 carats Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Cut ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Gold Ruby and Diamond Half Eternity Ring, 18K Gold
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
A superb antique ruby and diamond band with colour, sparkle and timeless elegance — refined, wearable and full of early 20th-century charm.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
1.28 Carat Ruby and Diamond Gold Band Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Ruby & Diamond Band The ring is 18K White Gold There are 0.43 Carats in Diamonds F/G VS/SI There are 0.85 Carats in Rubies The band is 0.25" wide.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,600
Diamond and Ruby Band
Located in Great Neck, NY
Alternating diamonds and rubies give a very elegant and sophisticated look to differ from a regular diamond band.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.50 Carat Ruby and Diamond Wave Gold Band Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
The ring is 18K White Gold There are 2.00 Carats in Rubies There are 0.50 Carats in Diamonds G SI The ring weighs 5.4 grams The ring is a size 6.5, not sizable
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby and Diamond Ring Band
Located in New York, NY
Ruby and Diamond Ring Band A ring featuring two square shape rubies with eight baguette cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$3,960Sale Price / item|20% Off
5.1 Ct Ruby Statement Flower Ring with Diamonds 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Floral Ruby and Diamond Band Ring in 18K Gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your energy and sensuality.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond and Ruby Eternity Band
Located in Great Neck, NY
This 18-karat diamond and ruby eternity band is made from 2.7 grams of gold.
Diamond, Ruby
Ruby and Diamond Eternity Band
Located in Great Neck, NY
This Ruby and Diamond eternity band is a full circle of beauty and elegance.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
5 Stone Diamond and Ruby Band
Located in Great Neck, NY
This 18-karat diamond and ruby band is made from 3.0 grams of gold.
Diamond, Ruby
Eternity Band with Diamond and Rubies
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Eternity wedding band in 18k Yellow Gold & Platinum Featuring Diamond and Rubies Baguette diamonds totaling 1.20ct Rubies totaling 6.27ct Size 6 Not sizable
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
$2,580Sale Price / item|20% Off
Random Ruby and Diamond Eternity Band
Located in Missoula, MT
Add this speckled ruby and diamond eternity band to your stack. It's a perfect pop of color and great as an alternative wedding band. -18k Yellow Gold -17, 1.75mm genuine white diam...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique Diamond and Ruby Band. Diamond Eternity Wedding Band Platinum Links
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Secondary Stones: Diamond, Ruby Ruby Type: Calibre Cut Ruby Origin: Natural Stone Setting: Channel Set Jewelry Type: Band Style: Art Deco, Eternity, Geometric Design...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Oval Ruby and Diamond Eternity Band Ring
By GEMME
Located in New York, NY
15 Oval Rubies weighing 8.96 Carats. 1 Oval Diamond weighing 0.47 Carats. Set in Platinum. Also available in Emeralds and Sapphires
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
18k Diamond and Ruby Wide Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Add a touch of elegance to your jewelry collection with this 18k Diamond and Ruby Wide Band Ring. Crafted in 18k white gold, it features 1.18 carats of sparkling diamonds and 2.04 ca...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,000Sale Price|20% Off
Seven-Stone Diamond and Ruby Band Ring
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Classic seven stone ring featuring four diamonds with a total approximate weight of 0.40 carats and three rubies with an approximate weight of 0.30 carats, prong set in an 18k white ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
3.52 Carat Ruby and Diamond Eternity Band
By SEAWAVEDIAMONDS
Located in New York, NY
3.52Carat Ruby and Diamond Eternity Band -Metal Type: 18K White Gold -2.02Carat Round Cut Ruby -1.50Carat Round Natural Diamonds -Size 6.0 Made in New York City
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby and Oval Diamond Eternity Band Ring
By GEMME
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful Ring features 9 Fine Oval Shaped Rubies weighing 9.76 Carats with 1 Oval Diamond weighing 0.71 Carat that can be worn Diamond side up or down. Set in Platinum. Each Ru...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1.29 Carat Ruby and Diamond Ladies Band
By SEAWAVEDIAMONDS
Located in New York, NY
1.29Carat Ruby and Diamond Ladies Band Antique Milgrain Finish -Metal Type: 18K White gold -0.93Carat Oval Cut Ruby -0.36Carat Round Natural Diamonds -Size 7.0 Made in New York ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This lovely gold band holds three rubies measuring 10pts each either side of the central ruby there are diamonds which measure 3pts each.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
1.58ct natural rubies and diamonds ring Flat band*
Located in New York, NY
.66ct natural Round Ruby band. Bead set in center row. Clean clarity vivid red and transparent. .92ct natural round side diamonds G color vs2 clarity Ring is 8.5 mm wide 4.5 mm ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Platinum Band Ring
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Art Deco ruby and diamond floral platinum band with leaf motif.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
18K White Gold Diamond and Ruby Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
There is a beautiful 1.14 carat ruby in the center surrounded by 0.07 carats of diamonds. 18K White Gold Diamond and Ruby Band Ring Condition: In good condition with some minor surf...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$8,470Sale Price|30% Off
Alternating Ruby and Round Diamond Eternity Band Ring
By GEMME
Located in New York, NY
8 Rubies weighing 2.52 Carats 8 Round Diamonds weighing 1.95 Carats. Set in Platinum. Size 6. Also available in Pink Sapphire, Emeralds and Rubies. Can be ordered in any size.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1970s Ruby and Diamond Studded Band Ring
Located in Santa Monica, CA
This vintage ring from the estate vintage fine jewelry collection at Bracken Jewelers in Santa Monica, California is studded on its top with alternating rubies and diamonds, circa 19...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Eternity Alternating Anniversary Band with Diamonds and Rubies
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Eternity wedding band in Platinum and 18K Yellow Gold Rubies - 10 stones totalin :2.40CT White Radiant Cut Diamonds F/G color VS clarity 10 stones totaling 3.20CT Pave of baske...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Ruby and Diamond Criss-Cross Gold Band Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Ruby and Diamond Gold Crisscross Band Ring, securely Hand set with 5 Round Cut Rubies, approx. 0.40tcw and 50 round brilliant-cut Diamonds approx.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Band with Rubies and Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Rubies 0.20 carat approx. Diamonds 0.50 carat approx. Ring size US 7, Can be made in other ring sizes on special order Crafted in luxurious 18 karat ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k White Gold Ruby and Diamond Half Stacking Band
Located in Lexington, KY
This vibrant band is made in 14k white gold with both natural rubies and diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond 9 Carat Gold Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This 9ct gold band has a ruby, emerald and sapphire as the the main detail and diamonds either side.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold
7.46 Carat Ruby and Round Diamond Eternity Band Ring
By GEMME
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful Ring features 7 "Striking Red" Rubies alternating with 7 Round Brilliant Diamonds totaling 7.46 Carats. 7 Rubies weigh 3.92 Carats. 7 Diamonds weigh 3.54 Carats. Set ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Platinum 1.0ct Diamond and Ruby Crossover Band Ring MF13-080526
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This crossover band ring features channel-set square-cut rubies totaling approximately 0.95 carats alongside channel-set diamonds totaling approximately 1.0 carat, set in platinum.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$11,550Sale Price|30% Off
7.94 Carat Ruby and Round Diamond Eternity Band Ring
By GEMME
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful Ring features 13 "Striking Red" Rubies with 1 Round Brilliant Diamond center totaling 7.94 Carats. 13 Rubies weigh 7.53 Carats. 1 Diamond weighs 0.41 Carats. Set in P...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Eternity Diamond and Ruby Gold Band. Alternate Wedding Band 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Natural Rubies Center Ruby Weight: 0.40 Carats Total Center Ruby Cut: French Cut Secondary Stones: Diamonds Diamond Weight: 0.25 Carats Total Diamond ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
18k Tiffany and Co. Diamond Ruby Ring. 18k Gold Tiffany Ruby Trinity band
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Rare Tiffany and Co. Ruby and Diamond Trinity Band. 18k Yellow Gold Condition: Excellent condition for the age.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This stunning band holds a cherry red ruby at the centre measuring 45pts and a trio of diamonds either side.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Art Deco Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This classic band is modelled in 18carat gold. The central diamond measures 4pts and the rubies also measure 4pts each.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Ruby Sapphire Emerald and Diamond Band Ring by Kern
By René Kern
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Ruby Sapphire Emerald and Diamond Band Ring by René Kern, ca. 1980s A very chic and wearable three band ring, each centring bright step cut ruby, sapphire and emerald (ca. 1.5 carat...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Ruby and Diamond 9 Carat White Gold Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Set in this glossy 9ct white gold ring are ten 10pt Rubies and among the illusion setting detail there are six diamond points set within them. Ring Size: P 1/2 or 8 Face Width: 7m...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold
Half Eternity Ruby and Diamond Wedding Band. Alternate Band 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Secondary Stones: Diamond, Ruby Diamond Weight: 0.15 carats Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Ruby Weight: 0.40 carats Ruby Type: Natural Ruby Cut: Baguette Cut Stone ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Platinum Ruby and Diamond Eternity Band Ring Size 6.75 #21766
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Platinum Ruby and Diamond Eternity Band Ring Size 6.75 JAGi Certified- This exquisite eternity band features a seamless circle of alternating 10 natural rubies and 10 round brillian...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Ruby and Diamond Ripple Band in 14k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K White Gold Style: Statement Ring Ring Size: 6.5 (resizing available for a fee) Total Weight: 3.5 Grams Gemstone Specifications: Gemstones: 4 red...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ruby and Diamond Channel Set Interlocking Band 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Total Weight: 6.2 Grams Ring Size: 7 Ring Width: ~7.9 mm Ruby Count: 16 Ruby Carat Weight: ~0.16 carats Diamond Count: 13 Diamon...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby And Diamond 0.95ct Half Eternity Band Solid Gold Ring
Located in Fatih, 34
The Kurenai Collection is an exquisite jewelry line that brings together the rich allure of rubies and the timeless elegance of diamonds. Named after the Japanese word “Kurenai,” whi...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k 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.
If you’re shopping for antique and vintage band rings, you likely know that this particular kind of ring is among the most versatile in jewelry.
You don’t need a special occasion to dazzle friends with a flashy sapphire band ring or to make a statement with a wide band ring — this accessory knows no boundaries, and many different iterations have materialized over the years. Whether you’re seeking an unadorned modern sterling-silver band ring for everyday wear or dual gold wedding bands for the big day, there are lots of options waiting for you.
On 1stDibs, there are enduring antique wedding bands to be found dating from the Victorian and Edwardian eras. Jewelers who were active during the reign of Queen Victoria — specifically, the Romantic period — designed rings with large colorful gemstones and decorative motifs, while the jewelry of the latter era was all about the exquisite diamond, platinum and pearl creations made by such famous names as Cartier and Boucheron. Matching wedding bands, which may reduce the stress of wedding-band shopping if you prefer a traditional route, afford you and your partner the chance to have the engagement ring and wedding bands in the same metal and design.
And because band rings aren’t necessarily relegated to black-tie events, they’ve come a long way, design-wise. David Yurman’s band rings, for example, are well known for their integration of mixed metals, and the celebrated jewelry designer’s powerful silver and gold bracelets, rings, pendants and earrings frequently express his iconic industrial-cable motif.
A simple and chic band ring goes with anything, from the evening gown you’ve chosen for a weekend gala to the jeans and vintage tee you’ve thrown on for a casual lunch with colleagues. Browse a distinctive collection of contemporary and vintage diamond band rings, gold band rings and other accessories on 1stDibs today.
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