Diamonds, Rubies, 14 Karat White and Rose Gold Vintage Ring
Located in Marcianise, CE
Elegant vintage ring in 14 kt white and rose gold structure, realized with 4 intense rubies framed by a white gold structure studded with diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
1CTW Ruby and 1.20CTW Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
A bright and brilliant vintage round brilliant cut diamond, weighing one-and-a-quarter-carats, fills a vibrant royal blue frame of calibre-cut sapphires and burgundy red rubies in th...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
14k White Gold 1.65ctw Natural Emerald Cut Diamond and Ruby Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k White Gold 1.65ctw Natural Emerald Cut Diamond and Ruby Ring This stunning 1.65ctw Diamond Ruby Ring is in excellent condition and is ready to ship!
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
14K White Gold Ring with Princess Cut Rubies and Diamonds. (Size 7.75)
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Additional Details: This 14K white gold wide-band ring features 1.06 carats total weight of princess-cut pink rubies accented by princess-cut and round diamonds totaling 1.10 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
5.92 Carat Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 14K White Gold
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
A beautifully crafted natural oval shape 5.92 carat Ruby and 0.93 carat Diamond cocktail ring, set in 14K white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$953Sale Price / item|44% Off
Ruby and diamonds 14k gold ring.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Ruby and diamonds 14k gold ring. Oval Ruby gold ring.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
3.67ctw Ruby and 0.53ctw Diamond Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
The ring is fashioned of sleek 14 Karat white gold. This ring will turn heads and captivate your audience.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
$5,464Sale Price|20% Off
Ruby and Diamond Halo Split Shank Cocktail Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite cocktail ring showcases a stunning natural red ruby as its radiant centerpiece, framed within a sophisticated double halo arrangement.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
18k White Gold Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring, 1.50ct, Size 7.5
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold ring set with ruby and brilliant cut diamond. 1.50ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size U.S. 7.5 - EU. 17.75(56) detailed description: top of the ring is 1.6 cm wide by 1.1...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold Ring with Center Stone Ruby and Diamonds
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
14 Karat White Gold Ring with Center Stone Ruby and Diamonds Lovely gold ring with center oval cut Ruby and band filled with diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ruby & Diamond Band 14Karat White Gold Natural Pink Rubies Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Fancy band with natural diamonds and rubies made in 14KT white gold excellent craftmanship and incredible color rubies. GOLD: 14KT gold NATURAL DIAMOND(S) Clarity/Color: SI/H Carat...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$3,882Sale Price / item|20% Off
Italian Ruby Diamond White Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring Diamond 11-RND57-0,2-4/5 Ruby 11-RND-0,3 (4)/3 Weight 6.2 gram Size USA 7 With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based j...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
5.14ctw Ruby and 2.10ctw Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
This piece consists of a 5.14 carats ruby and is accompanied by 29 natural diamonds that total up to 2.10 carats. It is set in 18K White Gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ruby and Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The ruby and diamond cocktail ring features a faceted oval-cut ruby of brilliant color (4.40 carats) flanked by 2 princess-cut diamonds (0.75 carats) with a descending row of custom-...
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS 1.23 Carat Octagonal Burma Ruby and White Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handmade in 18k white gold. Ring size 6.75. Comes with GRS certificate.
White Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Sapphires, Rubies, Diamonds, 14 Karat White and Rose Gold Ring.
Located in Marcianise, CE
Gorgeous ring in 14 kt white gold structure mounted with rubies and sapphires surrounded by diamonds and,between of them, leaves in rose gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
3.21 Carat Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Introducing a brand new ruby and diamond ring by Rewa Jewels. There are 1.88 carat of rubies and 1.33 carat of diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Ruby Center and Diamonds Surrounding Cluster Ring 18k White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Ruby Center and Diamonds Surrounding Cluster Ring 18k White Gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$8,045Sale Price|20% Off
Engagement Ring Ruby Diamonds White Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
Introduce a touch of timeless beauty and dazzling sparkle to your marriage proposal with this magnificent 18-carat white gold engagement ring. Showcasing a 2.06 carat oval ruby, care...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,400Sale Price / item|22% Off
14k White Gold Ruby & Diamond Fashion Stacking Ring
By Ideal Luxury
Located in Newport Beach, CA
We are pleased to offer this 14k White Gold Ruby & Diamond Fashion Stacking Ring.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Rose Gold, White Diamonds, Rubies and Rubellite Cocktail Ring
By VANLELES
Located in Mayfair, London, GB
This beautiful and bold ring is part of the Out of Africa collection from Vanleles which is dedicated, entirely, to the beauty of Mozambique’s rubies and rubelites. The bold use of...
Ruby, Rubelite, White Diamond, Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
14 Karat White Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring Size 6.5 #20702
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold Ruby and Diamond Flower Ring Size 6.5 JAGi Certified- This stunning ring features one oval cabochon cut ruby (8.3 mm x 6.9 mm) and 62 round brilliant cut diamond...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Diamonds Rubies Rose Gold and Silver Cheetah Ring
Located in Marcianise, CE
Gorgeous ring in 9K rose gold and silver structure. It has cheetah shape, the body studded by rubies and two white diamonds as eyes.
Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Cocktail Ring White Gold White Diamonds Ruby with Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Crafted in white gold with Art Deco-inspired styling, this Oval Ruby Ring offers enduring sophistication.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
18K White Gold Emerald, Ruby and Diamond Ring - Size 7
Located in New York, NY
Ring size: 7 Width: 16.8mm wide Markings: “T864” "750" Metal: 18k White Gold Weight: 6.05 grams Diamonds: 0.44 carats Ruby: 0.35 carats Emerald: 0.25 carats
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby and Diamond Statement Ring in 14K White Gold Size 6.75
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite, beautiful, fine Ruby and Diamond Ring Material 14K White Gold Diamond 0.41ctw Ruby 1.08ctw Ring Size 6.75 Weight: 4.9 grams Gender Women Condition New, never worn Ring ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Jonc Ring in 18 Carat White Gold Oval Ruby and Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
Jonc ring in 18-carat white gold, diamonds and rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,328Sale Price / item|20% Off
Impressive Red Ruby White Diamond White Gold Every Day Diamond Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 14 K (Matching Pendant Available) Diamond 1-Round 57-0,04-4/6A Diamond 54-Round 57-0,29-4/4A Ruby 4-Round-0,49 Т(3)/3A Weight 2.82 grams Size 6.8 (Adjustable) With...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Guy Laroche Yellow and White Gold Belt Ring with Diamonds and Rubies
By Guy Laroche
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The harmonious contrast between the warm yellow gold and cool white gold creates a bold yet elegant aesthetic, making this ring a truly eye-catching statement piece.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1.52ctw Ruby and Diamond Thick Band Ring, 18k White Gold, Ring Size 6.25
Located in McLeansville, NC
Make a statement with this luxurious 1.52ctw ruby and diamond thick band ring, crafted in gleaming 18k white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
14KT White Gold Ring with Alternating Round Cut Diamonds and Rubies
Located in New York, NY
14KT White Gold Ring with Alternating Round Cut Diamonds and Rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
5 Carat Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
Certified 5.33 carat "Intense Red" oval cut ruby. 1.15 carats of white round brilliant and special cut side diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Cartier Rare Rouleaux 18K White Gold Onyx, Ruby And Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Size: US 5 Metal: 18K White Gold Diamonds: Approximately 1.86 Carats Total Weight Onyx: Approximately 5.00 Carats Total Weight Rubies: Approximately 1.50 Carats Total Weight Signed C...
Onyx, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.31ct Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat White & Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
The wonderful ruby is accompanied by 3 round brilliant cut diamonds on either side weighing approximately 0.42ct total, all mounted in 18 carat white gold atop an 18 carat yellow gol...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Roaring 6.58ct Ruby and Diamond Tiger Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Crafted from luxurious 18K white gold with a high-quality polish, the ring's setting provides the perfect canvas for this captivating story.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k 750 White Gold - Pear Shape Ring: Natural Diamond and Ruby
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Natural Diamond & Ruby Ring Metal Type: 18K 750 White Gold Total Item Weight: 4.6 Grams Ring Size: 7 (Sizable) Dimensions: Width 13.5mm X Height 15mm X Depth 6mm 1: ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Ruby Snake Ring 18 Karat White Gold
Located in London, GB
A diamond and ruby snake ring in 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Large Ruby and Diamond Flower Cocktail Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Large Ruby and Diamond Flower Cocktail Ring in 18k White Gold Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring features 7 Petals made of Natural Oval Pinkish Red Rubies pave set around a center of R...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Petite Ruby & Diamond Halo Ring in White Gold
By Pico Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Ring contains one center oval shape ruby weighing 1.02ct. Center stone is surrounded by round brilliant diamonds, 0.55tcw. Ruby and diamonds are mounted in handmade prong settings. D...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Jabir 2.00ct Untreated Ruby and Diamond Ring, 18k White Gold, UK
Located in London, GB
The Osiris Ruby Ring features a vibrant, untreated 2.00 carat ruby, held aloft by gold prongs, on a white gold band studded with diamonds.
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
$3,328Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style White Diamonds and Ruby Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring has 0.75 Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18ct White Gold Ruby and Old Cut Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous ruby and diamond cluster ring set in 18ct white gold is the dream vintage ruby engagement ring.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold Diamond Ruby 3 Stone Band Ring
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
This exquisite 14K white gold band ring showcases three vibrant natural oval rubies, totaling 1.1 carats, complemented by 50 brilliant round diamonds that enhance its dazzling elegan...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold Diamond Ruby Men's Designer Ring Band
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
14K white gold men's ring featuring 6 brilliant round diamonds (0.13 carats) and 12 natural rubies (0.32 carats) in a sleek designer band.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$4,212Sale Price / item|20% Off
Diamond and Ruby Cocktail Ring in 18kt Solid White Gold Statement Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Ruby Cocktail Ring with Diamonds Set in 18K Gold featuring natural ruby of 2.05 carats and diamonds of 1.25 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
18K White Gold Ruby Diamond Ring, Italy, 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18 karat white gold ring with a central octagonal diamond of 1.10 carats, two rubies on the side for a total of 1.60 carats, and brilliant diamonds on the shank for a total of 2.00 c...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Marguerite Ruby & Diamond Flower Ring
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
Technical Details: • Period: Contemporary • Style: Marguerite (daisy) floral • Metal: 18K white gold (750‰) • Center Stone: Natural ruby, approx. 0.20 ct • Accents: 8 round brilliant...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.61ctw Ruby and Diamond Channel Band Ring, 18k White Gold, Ring Size 6.25
Located in McLeansville, NC
Stones: ruby, 5 round cut 2.25 mm approximately .25 total carats diamond, 6 round brilliant cut 2.25 mm approximately .36 total carats GH color/ VS1-2 clarity Ring Size 6.25 Rise O...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold Ruby Diamond Solitaire Cocktail Ring Estate
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Elegant 14K white gold cocktail ring featuring one natural oval ruby nearly 1 carat surrounded by brilliant round diamonds totaling 0.2 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Ruby and Diamond Eternity Band Ring, 5.50 Carats
Located in Miami, FL
Metal: 18K White Gold Rubies: 28 Marquise-Cut Rubies – approx. 4.50 carats Diamonds: 8 Round Brilliant Diamonds – approx. 1.00 carat Total Gem Weight: approx. 5.50 carats Weight: 8...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$15,600Sale Price|20% Off
18 Karat White Gold 2.75 Carats Ruby and Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Zurich, CH
Ravishing 18 karat white gold, 2.75 carats ruby and diamond engagement ring.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Cabochon Ruby, Ruby and Diamond Heart Ring set in 18K White/Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 4.14 carats with Cabochon Ruby 0.48 carat, Ruby 0.28 carat and Diamond 0.31 carat Ring set in 18K White/Rose Gold Settings Width: 2.1 cm Length: 1.5 cm Ring Size: 53...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Gold Cluster Ring with Rubies and Diamonds
Located in Berlin, BE
Elegant cluster ring crafted in 14k white gold. The ring is set with 6 natural rubies totaling 1.06 ct, highlighted by 8 brilliant-cut diamonds with a total weight of 0.61 ct.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Snake Diamond Pave & Ruby 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.10x2.50x2.00cm Color: 18K White Gold Materials: "51 White Diamonds 0.39 CT 2 Ruby 0.02 CT 18KW 3.27 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Animal & Fantasy ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gold Snake Ring Emerald Serpent White Diamond Ruby
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Snake Ring Emerald Marquise White Diamond Ruby Eyes Gold Serpent Designer: J DAUPHIN The Snake Ring is handcrafted in 14k gold plated silver, a serpent that coils around the finger.
White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Vintage 18k White Gold Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring – Marguerite Style
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
Crafted in 18k white gold, it features a deep purplish-red oval ruby, framed by a sparkling halo of brilliant-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
14ct White Gold Ruby Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
An elegant ruby cluster ring crafted in 14ct white gold, featuring a timeless design with beautifully set rubies creating a classic and sophisticated look.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring with Ruby and White Diamonds - Micheletto
By Olivo Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Description: A stunning 18 karat yellow gold ring featuring a vivid ruby and sparkling white diamonds.
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,590Sale Price|30% Off
Nazarelle 14 Karat White and Rose Gold Ruby and Diamond Flower Ring
By Nazarelle
Located in Houston, TX
This ring is designed by Nazarelle and made in 14K white and rose gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
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