$4,875Sale Price|25% Off
This Beautiful Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Checkerboard Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful Vintage 14k yellow gold Ruby and Diamond Checkerboard Ring, containing
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,935Sale Price|32% Off
Diamond, Ruby & Opal Antique 18KT Gold Checkerboard Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique Checkerboard Ring Late 1800s European made The Ring Contains Diamonds Rubies Opals 18KT
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Edwardian Platinum Topped Gold Ruby Diamond Checkerboard Ring
Located in New York, NY
features a checkerboard pattern of alternating rubies and diamonds, with diamond along the side of the ring
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Platinum
Oscar Heyman Diamond Ruby Platinum 18K Gold Checkerboard Vintage Band Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
and diamonds Bead set in platinum as alternating checkerboard pattern Rubies weigh approximately 0.80
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
14K White Gold Checkerboard Cut Blue Topaz and Multi Gem and Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
cut. Surrounding the centerpiece are sparkling white and champagne diamonds, accented by rubies
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Blue Topaz, 14k ...
$1,384Sale Price|20% Off
Ruby & Diamond Dome Ring in 18k
Located in Bloomington, MN
Ruby & Diamond Dome Ring in 18k This dome ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features a
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,520Sale Price|20% Off
1920 Art Deco Platinum Ring with 3.00 Cts in Diamonds and Rubies
Located in Aventura, FL
rich red rubies. • Period: Art Deco (1920s-1930s) • Metal: Platinum • Stones: Diamonds & Rubies • Ring
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
18K Yellow Gold Ruby & Diamond Bombe Band Ring—21 Diamonds .70 ct, 18 Rubies .60
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
checkerboard of 21 brilliant-cut diamonds (approx. 0.70 ct total) and 18 vibrant round rubies (approx. 0.60 ct
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$8,208Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Ruby Rose Cut Diamond & Turquoise 18K Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
18k gold vintage mens royal ceremonial ring inspired piece. Set with rose cut diamonds
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Ruby faceted buff top 18 K white and yellow gold Engagement ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Ruby faceted buff top 18 K white and yellow gold Engagement ring with 78 white and 78 yellow
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold 3 Row Ruby & Diamond Band Ring Size 5.75-6 #21773
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold 3 Row Ruby and Diamond Ring Size 5.75-6 JAGi Certified- This vibrant ring
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
10.96 Carat Rubellite Tourmaline and Diamond Accent Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
10.96 Carat Cushion Checkerboard Cut Rubellite Tourmaline and Round Cut Diamond in Platinum 900
Diamond, Rubelite, Ruby, Tourmaline, Platinum
GIA-Certified 1.06 Carat Ruby in Deco-Era Platinum Ring with 0.7 Carats Diamonds
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This late Deco Era ring was originally set with an oval diamond but it was weirdly dark -- much too
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
10.96 Carat Rubellite Tourmaline and Diamond Accent Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
10.96 Carat Cushion Checkerboard Cut Rubellite Tourmaline and Round Cut Diamond in Platinum 900
Diamond, Rubelite, Ruby, Tourmaline, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum Diamond Brooch Black Onyx Ruby 1920s Vintage Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking Art Deco platinum and diamond brooch, featuring black onyx and ruby; circa 1920s. The
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Platinum
1900s Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Jabot Pin
Located in Poitiers, FR
rubies and antique brilliant- cut diamond. The closure system is a clip that opens and closes to put on
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18Kt Yellow Gold Ring, Blackened Silver, Kunzite, Rubies, White & Black Diamonds
By William Llewellyn Griffiths
Located in Melbourne, Vic
yellow gold and oxidized sterling silver this incredible ring features a central oval, checkerboard cut
Diamond, Black Diamond, Kunzite, Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling...
5.72 Carat Rubellite Tourmaline and Diamond 14K Gold Ring
Located in Fuquay Varina, NC
checkerboard oval cut surrounded by a diamond halo and bezel set in 14k yellow and white gold. Hallmarks: 14K
Diamond, Rubelite, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
Unavailable
Padparacha Sapphire Diamond Gold Band
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Rectangular shaped and checkerboard cut Padparacha sapphire set with two diamonds in a textured 18k
Zaffiro Black Tourmaline Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Boston, MA
checkerboard black tourmaline, this ring is accented by hand formed 22 karat yellow gold beads along with bezel
Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold
Checkerboard Ruby Ring
Located in Austin, TX
This interesting and unique ring is crafted with natural rubies in a checkerboard pattern (approx
Ruby, 14k Gold
Edwardian English 18k Ruby & Diamond Checkerboard Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
. The checkerboard-design is comprised of alternating rubies and diamonds. The rubies have an
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Ruby Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Checkerboard Wide Band Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This 14 karat yellow gold band ring features a captivating combination of rubies and diamonds
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Emerald Ruby Sapphire 18 Karat Yellow Gold Checkerboard Band Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Diamond and colorful precious gemstone checkerboard ring crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. The ring
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 3.74 CTW Diamond Ruby Silver 18 Karat Gold Checkerboard Navette Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a silver-topped oblong form displaying a checkerboard motif comprised of rubies and
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Silver
Platinum Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Panel Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
A spectacular example of a ruby and diamond panel ring. The half carat central diamond is
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Gold, Amethyst, Ruby & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
plaque of diamonds and amethyst is a single ruby each weighing 0.15 carat. The body of the ring has been
Amethyst, Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Modern Ruby Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Wide Band Ring Size 6
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This modern 18 Karat White Gold Ruby and Diamond Checkerboard Band Ring showcases a striking design
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Amethyst Ruby Diamond Ring Sz 5.5 Estate 18k Rose Gold Band Gemstone Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish contemporary amethyst, ruby and diamond band crafted in 18 karat rose gold. Checkerboard
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Ruby Diamond Wide Ring Estate 14k Yellow Gold Cigar Band Sz 6.75 Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish ruby & diamond wide cigar band crafted in 14 karat yellow gold (circa 2010s). Faceted
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Striking 4.32 Carat EFFY Ruby and Diamond Checkerboard White Gold Wide Band Ring
By Effy
Located in Tustin, CA
Very stylish ladies 14 karat white gold designer “Effy” ruby and diamond wide band ring features a
Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Gold Platinum Diamond Ruby Cocktail Ring
Located in Zurich, CH
Ravishing 18 karat yellow gold, platinum, diamond and ruby cocktail ring from the 1950s. Of bombé
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1.50 Carat Total Ruby, Blue Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
This checkerboard fashion ring is filled with luxury! Round cut sapphires totaling 1.50 carats and
White Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tourmaline Ruby Sapphire Diamond Ring 14k Gold 5.1 TCW GIA Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, Sapphire, Ruby, Diamond Species & Variety: Natural Tourmaline/Rubellite Stone Cut: Cushion Checkerboard Cut
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold
18k Gold Pave Sapphire and Diamond Cat Ring, Holding A Tourmaline
Located in Fairfield, CT
paws. The ring is finished by round faceted white diamond spots on the coat, approximately 0.23 TCW and
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k G...
AJD Cocktails are Perfect with this Green Beryl and Pink Sapphire Ring
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Green Beryl. This lovely round Green Beryl has a checkerboard table and lots of inclusions to reflect
Beryl, Pink Sapphire, Green Beryl, Sterling Silver
10k Yellow Gold 12 Carat Ruby & Diamond Pendant Necklace on 14K White Gold Chain
Located in Eagan, MN
beautiful checkerboard cut Ruby and measures 15.5 x 16 x 7.7 mm. It is 12 carats and is wrapped with a 10k
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Victorian 18ct Gold, Ruby and Diamond Checkerboard Ring, Circa 1900
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A beautiful late Victorian 18ct gold ruby and diamond ring inlaid with ten precious gemstones
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Oscar Heyman Ruby Diamond Gold Checkerboard Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Lakewood, NJ
diamonds and eight square step cut rubies in an 18k yellow gold wide ring. Contains 1.30 ct of high quality
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold
Art Deco Style Burma Ruby Asher Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
platinum. The ring has a checkerboard like design with alternating rubies and diamonds. The rubies have
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1950s Checkerboard Design Ruby and Diamond Wide High Polish Yellow Gold Band
Located in New York, NY
American Size 7 And 1/2. Designed In A Checkerboard Motif And Embellishe With Eight Faceted Rubies And
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18 Karat Resplendent Ruby and Diamond Ring by Julia Boss
Located in Palm Beach, FL
impressive 25 carat, oval checkerboard faceted ruby set in a pie crust bezel. Adding to the splendor are
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Peridot Old Mine Diamond Pearl Festoon Swag Necklace Antique Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU - BELLE EPOQUE FESTOON NECKLACE WITH THE MOST GORGEOUS NATURAL ROUND FACETED PERIDOT GEMS SET WITH PEARLS AND AN OLD MINE DIAMOND IN A GORG...
Pearl, Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Rose Cut Diamond Russian Gold Ring
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique Russian rose cut diamond 14k gold ring centered with single cut rose diamond flanked with several small rose cut diamonds with an estimate diamond weight of 1.5 carats with d...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Art Nouveau / Belle Epoque 1900 Diamond Ring in 18Karat Gold
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Art Nouveau / Belle Epoque Diamond ring in 18 Karat Gold. Ca. 1900 Belle Epoque (Spanish or French) Bypass Diamond ring mounted in 18 karat yellow Gold. The two main diamonds are ha...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$1,778 / item
Heart garnet Eternity Ring in 14k gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14k gold ring with heart natural garnets. Heart garnet eternity ring band. Valentines gift jewelry. Full circle of hearts. January birthstone ring. Heart Garnet gold ring. Love ring....
Garnet, 14k Gold
$854Sale Price / item|23% Off
W 0.44 in L 0.95 in
Stunning Tsavorite & Diamond Panther Pendant in 18K White Gold Fine Jewelry Gift
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Unleash bold elegance with this stunning panther-inspired pendant crafted in 18K white gold. Encrusted with brilliant-cut diamonds weighing a total of 0.71 carats, the design capture...
Diamond, Tsavorite, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow & White Gold, Edwardian Fancy Rectangular Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Ring 18ct Yellow & White Gold Tested Circa 1900 Introducing a stunning 18ct gold Edwardian ring, featuring a central row of calibrated rubies set in yellow gold ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Georgian Star Sapphire Diamond Guilloche Enamel 14K Gold Ring Circa 1830
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Georgian Period cabochon star sapphire, diamond, cobalt blue guilloche enamel 14K gold ring. Circa 1830 This beautiful antique ring dates from the George IV/Regency Period. ...
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold
Antique 14K Yellow Gold Clustered Emeralds and Diamond Cocktail Ring for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Emerald ring in 14K Gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your creativity. Designed with emeralds and diamonds that makes it a perfect fit to ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
1948 Ring natural 2ct. Sapphire 0.6 ctw Diamonds 18K Gold Platinum ØUS7.25/2.7gr
Located in SE
Three Stone Cluster Ring set with sort of transitional bezel and claw setting with oval cut natural Blue Sapphire accented with 2 old European cut Diamonds in Platinum claws on solid...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage Ring 0.85ct Emerald solid 18K Yellow Gold Ø US7 / 3.7gr
Located in SE
Elegant vintage Emerald Ring, the carved band in solid 18ct Yellow Gold + bezel set natural emerald cut Emerald stone of deep /strong Green color 6 mm x 5 mm x 3.75 mm deep / ca. 0.8...
Emerald, 18k Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum Diamond Panel Ring
Located in New York, NY
Antique Art Deco diamond platinum ring centering upon a marquise shaped diamond, circa 1920. The marquise diamond weighs approximately .20 cts and is surrounded by 28 old European c...
Diamond, Platinum
$2,500
Size: please refer to measurements
CLAIRE PETTIBONE 2015 Sample Golden Bridal Gown Backless Wedding Maxi Dress
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Claire Pettibone Romantique Collection Sample Wedding Dress White and Golden Yellow Very Shimmery Deep low back Size 10 but see measurements below Pristine Measurements in inches lay...
French Edwardian Untreated Ruby Diamond 18 KT/Platinum Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This breathtaking Edwardian ring is 1900/09 circa Elegantly designed as a flat crown panel, hand crafted of solid 18 Kt gold with Platinum top French origin, hallmarked Set on one si...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
GIA Edwardian 4.45ctw Old European Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Antique Vintage GIA 4..45ctw OLD EUROPEAN Diamond Platinum Edwardian Ring. Edwardian Rings represent some of the finest examples of diamond, platinum jewelry in existence. Edwardian...
Diamond, Platinum
Small Ancient Roman Medusa Carved Cameo Gold Ring 2nd Century Gem Carving
Located in London, GB
A scarce and small ancient Roman gold Medusa cameo ring, circa 2nd to 3rd century AD. The carved layered onyx gemstone is white in colour and depicts the bust of Medusa engraved wit...
Onyx, Gold
Belle Epoque Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring 18 Karat Gold Engagement Crown Tiara
Located in New York, NY
This is an extraordinary antique Belle Epoque Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring in a stunning and very rare Crown or Tiara motif of great beauty. The Old Mine Cut Diamonds are set in Silve...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
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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