Designer Gems Paradise 9.15ct Ruby and Diamond Hoop Earrings, 14k Gold
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
This ring is crafted with an exquisite amalgamation of ruby and diamond.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver
Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Half Hoop Earrings, 14k, Part of Set
Located in New York, NY
Matching ring available. The three colored stones are square step-cut shape, and the round diamonds weigh appx. 0.20 carats total.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold
1950s Platinum Ruby and Diamond Brooch, 7.50ct Total Weight, Unisex
Located in Wailea, HI
1950s Ruby and Diamond Substantial Brooch Looking for a statement piece of jewelry that will turn heads and set you apart from the rest?
Ruby, Platinum
Vintage Carved Opal 4.80ct Ruby and Diamond Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The sinuous hair setting extends from the feature design and is embellished with four impressive round cabochon cut rubies; three are surmounted with an individual impressive eight c...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum & Round Brilliant Diamond Infinity Eternity Ring, Custom Made-To-Order
By Rock N Gold Creations
Located in San Diego, CA
We offer a range of designs such as hand engraving, filigree, vintage, contemporary, one-of-a-kind pieces, bezel settings, pave settings, three-stone rings, halo designs, and men’s j...
White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Alexandrite, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine,...
Platinum 14kt Rose Gold Natural Pink & Diamond Eternity Ring, Custom-to-Order
By Rock N Gold Creations
Located in San Diego, CA
Platinum and 14kt Rose Gold Natural Pink & White Diamond Eternity Ring, Custom Made-to-Order Ring This exquisite eternity ring can be customized to meet your specifications, offerin...
White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Alexandrite, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine,...
Antique 18kt Gold & Platinum Set with Diamonds & Synthetic Rubies
Located in Aventura, FL
SPECIFICATIONS: Period: Antique Set Includes: Ring + drop earrings Metal: 18K Yellow Gold & Platinum Stones: Synthetic Rubies & Natural Diamonds Ring Size: 6 1/2 (sizable) Earring M...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Platinum Charm Bracelet with Miniature Rings Diamonds and Colored Gemstones
By Leon Mege
Located in New York, NY
Nine charms in all, each a different ring: three-stone, halo, and solitaires, just like the real-life ring we make, scaled down to a super cute miniature size, each set with natural ...
Alexandrite, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Ruby,...
Contemporary Turquoise Diamond Malachite Ruby 14K Yellow Gold Stud Earring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Earrings total weight 20 grams Diamonds weight 0.55 karat Rubies weight 1.40 karat (in the price the ring is not included)
Diamond, Malachite, Turquoise, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Ruby, Diamond, Pearl Luckenbooth Heart Crown Circle Brooch, Circa 1910
Located in London, GB
An early 20th century, luckenbooth double witch's heart brooch, with one heart set with Burma rubies and the other set with old-cut diamonds, in grain settings, surmounted with a cor...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver
HRD Certified 3.53ct Pear Ruby & 2.81ct Diamond Line Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Deira, AE
A single pear-shaped natural ruby hangs at the center of a diamond line necklace in 18K yellow gold, the deep red stone set just below where the diamonds taper together.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Earrings Diamond Sapphire Ruby Emerald Tourmaline Pearl 18K Gold/10.3gr
Located in SE
Each earring is built of three hinged and mobile sections decorated with natural Diamonds, Rubies, Sapphires, Emeralds, Tourmalines and cultured Pearls .
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
18k Rose Gold Genuine Burmese Jadeite Pendant Necklace with Diamond & Ruby
By Baikalla
Located in Portland, OR
Set in 18k rose gold combined with three princess cut rubies and striking diamonds.
Diamond, Jade, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Egyptian Scarab Brooch Ruby Sapphire Diamonds Citrine Garnet Gilt Silver
Located in SE
Antique Egyptian Revival sacred Scarab Beetle Brooch made of Gilt / Fold Filled Silver decorated with 15 natural Rubies, 11 natural Sapphires , 28 natural Diamonds, one Citrine and a...
Diamond, Ruby, Citrine, Garnet, Sapphire, Gold-filled, Silver
1.56 Carat Ruby 1.02 Carat Diamond Ladies Cocktail Watch in White Gold Art Deco
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The cuboid shaped case is embellished with impressive applied geometric tiered designs, accented with three baguette cut diamonds, flanked with pairs of square faceted cut rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, White Gold
Art Nouveau Ruby, Sapphire and Seed Pearl 21k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The setting is further embellished with four 2mm seed pearls and a bezel set ruby. A three dimensional tied bow ornaments the upper border of the design.
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold
14kt White Gold Mother's Heart Diamond Pendant Zodiac Birthstone Custom-To-Order
By Rock N Gold Creations
Located in San Diego, CA
We offer a range of designs such as hand engraving, filigree, vintage, contemporary, one-of-a-kind pieces, bezel settings, pave settings, three-stone rings, halo designs, and men’s j...
Alexandrite, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue...
Men's Platinum 18kt Rose Ceylon Sapphire Pink Diamond Band Custom Made-To-Order
By Rock N Gold Creations
Located in San Diego, CA
We offer a range of designs such as hand engraving, filigree, vintage, contemporary, one-of-a-kind pieces, bezel settings, pave settings, three-stone rings, halo designs, and men’s j...
Alexandrite, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue...
Alexandre Reza, Rare Obsidian, Silver-Gilt, and Rock Crystal Circus Panther
Located in Long Island City, NY
He also established retail presence in Geneva, Cannes and Monaco to offer Haute Joaillerie: suites of necklaces, bracelets, earrings, rings, and objets d'art made from rare diamonds,...
Rock Crystal, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Silver
Vintage European stud Earrings Sapphire Emerald Ruby solid 18K Gold / 6.1 gr
Located in SE
A pair of fine Three Stones studs from ca. 1960s -1970s in solid 18K Yellow featuring old diamond cut natural Blue Sapphires, Green Emeralds, and Red Rubies Ø x 2.5 mm each / ca. 0.1...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Collar Necklace of 18K Gold Openwork Plaque Links Set w Diamonds & "Big 3" Gems
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
The front-facing half of the necklace is made from five graduated plaques, each boasting meticulously finished openwork plus diamonds and "Big Three" gemstones. Each plaque is hinge...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18...
White Diamond Heart Chubby Pendent Set in 18 Karat White Gold Made in Italy
By Annellino Fine Jewellery
Located in London, GB
We would also be able to add an accent stone such as a Ruby, Emerald or Sapphire to personalise this piece.
White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Wh...
GIA Emerald Natural Diamond 1.60ct F/VS1 Loose GIA XX $2000 Credit, Inscription
By GIA
Located in San Diego, CA
Exquisite loose 1.60ct emerald-cut diamond certified by GIA with laser inscription number 1175388529. F Color and VS1 Clarity with no fluorescence. The diamond has excellent polish a...
Diamond, Alexandrite, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond...
$320Sale Price|20% Off
0.70 Carat Adorable Loose Sapphire Cushion Shape Gem For Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sapphire Weight: 0.70 Carats Dimension: 4.8 x 4.9 x 3.4 Mm Origin: Madagascar, Africa Treatment: Natural Certificate: On Demand Sapphire, a gemstone of legendary beauty and e...
Sapphire
$344Sale Price|20% Off
1.37 Carat Certified Loose Sapphire Oval Shape Gem For Engagement Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sapphire Weight: 1.37 Carats Dimension: 7.4 x 5.8 x 3.1 Mm Colour: Blue Origin: Africa Treatment: Heated Certificate: Available Shape: Oval Sapphire, a gemstone of legendary ...
Sapphire
$520Sale Price|20% Off
Certified Natural 1.10 Carat Loose Sapphire Cushion Shape Gem For Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sapphire Weight: 1.10 Carats Dimension: 5.5 x 5.3 x 3.9 Mm Colour: Greenish Blue Origin: Africa Treatment: Heated Certificate: Available Shape: Cushion Sapphire, a gemstone...
Sapphire
14K Rose Gold 5.51 CT Pink Sapphire & 1.52 CT Diamond Pear Fringe Drop Necklace
Located in Jaipur, IN
Each halo — encircling its individual pink sapphire station with an unbroken ring of micro-pavé diamonds — contributes its share of the overall diamond weight in a distribution that ...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$400Sale Price|20% Off
1.75 Carat Gorgeous Faceted Blue Sapphire Oval Shape Gem For Engagement Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sapphire Weight: 1.75 Carats Dimension: 7.7 x 6 x 4.3 Mm Colour: Blue Origin: Africa Treatment: Heated Certificate: Available Shape: Cushion Sapphire, a gemstone of legendary ...
Blue Sapphire
18kt Platinum Gold Leather Bracelet Personalized Charms: Custom Made-to-Order
By Rock N Gold Creations
Located in San Diego, CA
Our design offerings range from hand engraving, filigree, vintage, contemporary, and one-of-a-kind pieces to bezel settings, pave settings, three-stone rings, and halo designs, as we...
Alexandrite, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue...
Madagascar 1.90ct Heated Bluish-Teal Sapphire Cushion Cut Gemstone
By Gilt Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sapphire Weight: 1.90 Carats Dimension: 7.7 x 6.7 x 4.3 Mm Colour: Bluish-Teal Treatment: Heated Origin: Madagascar, Africa Certificate: On Customer Demand Sapphire, a...
Sapphire, Other
Certified 1.93 Carat Natural Loose Blue Sapphire Gemstone
By Gilt Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Blue Sapphire Weight: 1.93 Carats Dimension: 8.32 X 6.36 X 4.40 Mm Origin: Madagascar Treatment: Heat Enhancement Certificate: GCL Certificate Available Sapphire, a ge...
Blue Sapphire, Other
Certified 2.57 Carat Natural Loose Bluish Green Sapphire Oval Shape Gemstone
By Gilt Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sapphire Weight: 2.57 Carats Dimension: 10.29 x 7.89 x 3.39 Mm Colour: Bluish Green Treatment: Heated Origin: Madagascar, Africa Certificate: GGI Certified Available S...
Green Sapphire, Other
1.50 Carat Natural Loose Teal Sapphire Cushion Cut Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sapphire Weight: 1.50 Carats Dimension: 7.1 x 5.7 x 3.8 Mm Colour: Teal Origin: Madagascar, Africa Certificate: On Customer Demand Sapphire, a gemstone of legendary beau...
Sapphire, Other
1.70 Carat Natural Loose Teal Green Sapphire Cushion Cut Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sapphire Weight: 1.70 Carats Dimension: 6.4 x 6.0 x 4.6 Mm Colour: Teal Green Origin: Madagascar, Africa Certificate: On Customer Demand Sapphire, a gemstone of legendar...
Green Sapphire, Other
1.85 Carat Natural Loose Blue Sapphire Oval Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Blue Sapphire Weight: 1.85 Carats Dimension: 7.9 x 6.5 x 3.9 Mm Origin: Sri-Lanka Treatment: Heat Enhancement Certificate: On Customer Demand Sapphire, a gemstone of le...
Blue Sapphire, Other
4.95 Carat Natural Loose Sapphire Lot For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sapphire Lot Weight: 4.95 Carats Sizes: 0.85 To 1.10 Carat Origin: Madagascar, Africa Certificate: On Customer Demand Sapphire, a gemstone of legendary beauty and endurin...
Sapphire, Other
3.00 Carat Natural Loose Dual Blue Sapphire Oval Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Dual Blue Sapphire Weight: 3.00 Carats Sizes: 1.70 And 1.40 Carat Origin: Sri-Lanka Treatment: Heat Enhancement Certificate: On Customer Demand Sapphire, a gemstone of l...
Blue Sapphire, Other
Top Quality 3.45 Carat Natural Loose Sapphire Lot For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sapphire Lot Weight: 3.45 Carats Sizes: 1.05, 1.10 And 1.45 Carat Origin: Madagascar Certificate: On Customer Demand Sapphire, a gemstone of legendary beauty and enduring a...
Sapphire, Other
1.70 Carat Natural Loose Blue Sapphire Oval Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Blue Sapphire Weight: 1.70 Carats Dimension: 8.8 x 6.3 x 3.8 Mm Origin: Sri-Lanka Treatment: Heat Enhancement Certificate: On Customer Demand Sapphire, a gemstone of leg...
Blue Sapphire, Other
1.15 Carat Natural Loose Sapphire Octagon Cut Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sapphire Weight: 1.15 Carats Dimension: 6.6 x 5.6 x 3.4 Mm Origin: Madagascar Certificate: On Customer Demand Sapphire, a gemstone of legendary beauty and enduring allure, c...
Sapphire, Other
2.95 Carat Natural Loose Sapphire Lot Gemstone For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sapphire Lot Weight: 2.95 Carats Sizes: 0.80, 1.00 And 1.05 Carat Origin: Madagascar Certificate: On Customer Demand Sapphire, a gemstone of legendary beauty and enduring al...
Sapphire, Other
3.10 Carat Natural Loose Sapphire Lot Gemstone From
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sapphire Lot Weight: 3.10 Carats Sizes: 0.95, 1.00 And 1.10 Carat Origin: Madagascar Certificate: On Customer Demand Sapphire, a gemstone of legendary beauty and enduring al...
Sapphire, Other
2.95 Carat Natural Loose Sapphire Lot For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sapphire Lot Weight: 2.95 Carats Sizes: 0.90, 0.95 And 1.10 Carat Origin: Madagascar Certificate: On Customer Demand Sapphire, a gemstone of legendary beauty and enduring al...
Sapphire, Other
GIT Certified 1.21 Carat Natural Loose Blue Sapphire Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sapphire Weight: 1.21 Carats Dimension: 8.03 x 6.07 x 2.88 Mm Origin: Madagascar, Africa Treatment: Heat Enhancement Certificate: GIT Certificate Available Sapphire, a g...
Blue Sapphire, Other
GIT Certified 3.11 Carat Natural Loose Blue Sapphire Gemstone From Madagascar
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sapphire Weight: 3.11 Carats Dimension: 8.55 x 7.18 x 5.56 Mm Origin: Madagascar, Africa Treatment: Heat Enhancement Certificate: GIT Certificate Available Sapphire, a ge...
Blue Sapphire, Other
Certified 2.31 Carat Natural Loose Cornflower Blue Sapphire Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sapphire Weight: 2.31 Carats Dimension: 8.84 x 6.95 x 4.25 Mm Origin: Madagascar, Africa Treatment: Heat Enhancement Certificate: AIG Certificate Available Sapphire, a ge...
Blue Sapphire, Other
1.85 Carat Natural Loose Blue Sapphire Oval Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sapphire Weight: 1.85 Carats Dimension: 8.3 x 6.1 x 4.4 Mm Origin: Sri-Lanka Treatment: Heat Enhancement Certificate: On Customer Demand Sapphire, a gemstone of legendar...
Blue Sapphire, Other
3.95 Carat Natural Loose Blue Sapphire Lot Gemstone From Sri Lanka
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sapphire lot Weight: 3.95 Carats Sizes: 1.20, 1.40 And 1.50 Carat Origin: Sri-Lanka Treatment: Heat Enhancement Certificate: On Customer Demand Sapphire, a gemstone of l...
Blue Sapphire, Other
5.00 Carat Natural Loose Blue Sapphire Lot For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sapphire lot Weight: 5.00 Carats Sizes: 1.45, 1.65 And 1.80 Carat Origin: Sri-Lanka Treatment: Heat Enhancement Certificate: On Customer Demand Sapphire, a gemstone of l...
Blue Sapphire, Other
2.35 Carat Natural Loose Sapphire Pear Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sapphire Weight: 2.35 Carats Dimension: 8 x 7 x 3 Mm Origin: Madagascar Treatment: Heat Enhancement Certificate: On Customer Demand Sapphire, a gemstone of legendary beau...
Sapphire, Other
1.25 Carat Natural Loose Blue Sapphire Cushion Cut Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sapphire Weight: 1.25 Carats Dimension: 7.4 x 6.5 x 2.9 Mm Origin: Sri-Lanka Treatment: Heat Enhancement Certificate: On Customer Demand Sapphire, a gemstone of legendary ...
Blue Sapphire, Other
$1,280Sale Price|20% Off
1.55 Carat Natural Loose Ceylon Sapphire Oval Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sapphire Weight: 1.55 Carats Dimension: 7 x 5.8 x 4.4 Mm Origin: Sri-Lanka Treatment: Heat Enhancement Certificate: On Customer Demand Sapphire, a gemstone of legendary b...
Sapphire, Other
2.40 Carat Natural Loose Blue Sapphire Gemstone From Sri Lanka
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sapphire Weight: 2.40 Carats Dimension: 8.9 x 7.4 x 4 Mm Origin: Sri-Lanka Treatment: Heat Enhancement Certificate: On Customer Demand Sapphire, a gemstone of legendary be...
Blue Sapphire, Other
1.45 Carat Natural Loose Sapphire Pear Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sapphire Weight: 1.45 Carats Dimension: 7.9 x 6.6 x 3.5 Mm Origin: Sri-Lanka Treatment: Heat Enhancement Certificate: On Customer Demand Sapphire, a gemstone of legendary...
Sapphire, Other
2.55 Carat Natural Loose Sapphire Lot Gemstone For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sapphire Lot Weight: 2.55 Carats Sizes: 0.45 To 0.70 Carat Origin: Madagascar Certificate: On Customer Demand Sapphire, a gemstone of legendary beauty and enduring allure, c...
Sapphire, Other
1.25 Carat Natural Loose Blue Sapphire Cushion Cut Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sapphire Weight: 1.25 Carats Dimension: 7.6 x 5.7 x 3.2 Mm Origin: Sri-Lanka Treatment: Heat Enhancement Certificate: On Customer Demand Sapphire, a gemstone of legendary ...
Blue Sapphire, Other
1.70 Carat Natural Loose Blue Sapphire Oval Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sapphire Weight: 1.70 Carats Dimension: 9 x 6.3 x 3.8 Mm Origin: Sri-Lanka Treatment: Heat Enhancement Certificate: On Customer Demand Sapphire, a gemstone of legendary b...
Blue Sapphire, Other
2.25 Carat Natural Loose Blue Sapphire Oval Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sapphire Weight: 2.25 Carats Dimension: 8.8 x 6.5 x 4.3 Mm Origin: Sri-Lanka Treatment: Heat Enhancement Certificate: On Customer Demand Sapphire, a gemstone of legendary...
Blue Sapphire, Other
$376Sale Price|20% Off
3.25 Carat Natural Loose Sapphire Lot Gemstone For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sapphire Lot Weight: 3.25 Carats Sizes: 1.10, 1.05 And 0.85 Carat Origin: Madagascar Certificate: On Customer Demand Sapphire, a gemstone of legendary beauty and enduring al...
Sapphire, Other
$640Sale Price|20% Off
2.05 Carat Natural Loose Blue Sapphire Pair Oval Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sapphire Pair Weight: 2.05 Carats Dimension: 6.7 x 5 x 3.7 Mm 6.9 x 5 x 3 Mm Origin: Madagascar Treatment: Heat Enhancement Certificate: On Customer Demand Sapphire, a ...
Blue Sapphire, Other
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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