Ruby 1.45Cttw And Diamond 0.50Cttw Cocktail Ring 18K White Gold Size 6.5
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in highly polished 18k white gold. This ring is an absolute one of a kind stunning piece.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby and Diamond Cluster Eternity Band
By MOV Diamond Jewelry
Located in Fatih, 34
Make a lasting impression with this fantastic piece of jewelry! Gold Kt: 14K (also available in 18K request) Available Gold Color: Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold Gold GR: 3.90GR...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Art Deco Marquise Diamond and Ruby 18 Carat White Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This absolute stunner holds approximately 54pts in total of shimmering Diamonds! They have a wonderful sparkle. The ruby at the centre measures 60pts.This lovely shaped ring is a gre...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Alex Jona Ruby White Diamond Rose Gold Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 Karat rose gold ring, set with 0,10 carats of white diamonds, F color, VVS1 clarity and rubies weighing 0,468 carats.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Brown Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Ro...
Ruby, Brown Diamond and Diamond Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 3.91 carats, Brown Diamond 1.40 carats and Diamond 1.50 carats Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 1.9 cm Length: 2.3 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 18.0 grams ...
Brown Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Italian Ruby Ring with Diamond Accents
Located in Firenze, FI
This elegant Italian white gold ring features a vibrant 0.80 ct natural ruby at its center, framed by an impressive array of brilliant and baguette-cut diamonds with an approximate t...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Sparkling 18k White Gold Frog Ring with 0.39ct Natural Rubies and Diamonds
Located in רמת גן, IL
It has 0.35 carat of side diamonds which add more to its elegance. The jewelry is made of 18k white gold with a high quality polish.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,425Sale Price / item|25% Off
Ruby Diamond Octagonal Cocktail Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Crafted in 18K White Gold, this Ruby Art Deco Ring captures timeless sophistication with the brilliance of a Diamond Halo Ring, making it an elegant choice for collectors or meaningf...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gorgeous 18kt White Gold Ring with 2.46ct Diamonds & Rubies
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous 18kt White Gold Ring with Diamonds and Rubies Diamonds: 112 small diamonds together 1.86ct, 3 big diamonds together 0.60 ct all diamonds together 2.46ct diamonds Ruby: 14 ...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
18K White Gold Ruby Diamond Floral Ring by MOISEIKIN
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
MOISEIKIN’s new Waltz of Flower ring captures the sense of beauty in motion. Created in 18K white gold and strictly selected, this stunning ring features over 1 carat of Burmese rubi...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18kt White Gold Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring, UK, Circa 1970, 1.48ct
Located in Braintree, GB
An elegant 18kt white gold ruby and diamond cluster ring, featuring a vivid 1.00 carat natural ruby of unknown origin set at the centre of a floral-inspired diamond surround.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
1.00 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Morris & David
Located in New York, NY
1.00 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Ring G SI 14K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds and Ruby 1.00CTW G-H SI 14K White Gold Prong style, 4.00 grams 5/16 inch in width Size 7 16 diamon...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$17,740
18k Diamond and Ruby Ring
Located in New York, NY
Condition: In very good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age. Ring size: 6.25 Markings: Metal: 18k White Gold Weight: 5.67 grams Diamond: 1.18 carats Ruby: 6.5...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,552Sale Price / item|20% Off
14K White Gold Emerald and Ruby Floral Cocktail Ring with Diamonds
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS :- Material - 14K Solid White Gold Gemstone - Ruby , Emerald Gemstone Weight - 1.35 ct Stone Shape - Round Gemstone Pcs - 13 Stone Size - 3, 2.5 mm Diamond Weight - ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Rosior one-off Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring set in White Gold
By Rosior
Located in Porto, PT
Rosior by Manuel Rosas Contemporary Cocktail Ring set in White Gold with: - 1 Oval cut Ruby with 0,59 ct; - 202 F/G, VVS, Diamonds with 2,88 ct.
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Rhodium
8k White Gold Ruby Cts 2.74 Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This Ruby Diamond Engagement Ring is a stunning tribute to passion and elegance.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
3.66 Carat Marquise Ruby Diamond White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Trumbull, CT
Ruby: 3.66 carat Diamond: 0.37 carat Gold: 14K white Size: 7 resizable
White Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
$7,840Sale Price|20% Off
Exquisite 18K White Gold Ring with 11.51 Carat Ruby and Diamond Accent
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite 18K white gold ring showcases an impressive 11.51-carat ruby, enhanced by a 1.5-carat diamond accent.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Mozambique Ruby and White Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 16.41 ct. Mozambique ruby oval with good quality white diamond rounds.
White Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby and Blue and White Diamond Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
The ring features 0.26 Carat Princess cut Ruby center, Blue Diamonds on each side with a total weight of 0.06 Carats, and 0.58 Carats of White Brilliant cut Diamonds on the edges.
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
3-Row Diamond & Ruby Ring – 18ct Yellow & White Gold – 1.68ct Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A stunning three-row 18ct yellow and white gold ring, featuring vibrant rubies and sparkling natural diamonds totalling approximately 1.68ct.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2.64 Carats Natural African Ruby and Diamond 18K Solid White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2.64 Carats Impressive Natural African Ruby and Diamond 18K Solid White Gold Ring Suggested Replacement Value: $6,500.00 Total Red Ruby Weight is: 2.04 Carats (High Quality) Ruby...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18kt White Gold Ring with Heart Shaped Ruby and Diamonds , CGL Certified
By Orologio / Joël Glecer
Located in Antwerp, BE
18kt White Gold Ring With Heart shaped Ruby and Diamonds Ruby: Intense red Heart shaped Siam ruby 1.79ct Diamonds: 2 heart shaped diamonds together 0.92ct and 42 brilliant cut diam...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Natural Pink Ruby Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Cocktail
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Pink Ruby Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Cocktail This gorgeous estate ring is finely crafted in solid 14K White gold and set with natural Earth mined Pink Ruby and diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Exquisite 0.97ct Ruby and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k Rose & White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Exquisite 0.97ct Ruby and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k Rose & White Gold - GIA Certified This 0.57-carat oval purplish red ruby is a true gem of passion, beautifully set in a lu...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Baguette Ruby and Diamond Band
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful wide band with the perfect pop of color. 5.50 carats of fine Ruby baguettes 1.50 carats of white round brilliant cut diamonds 18k white gold 8.5 mm wide Size 6
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18ct White Gold "J" Initial Ring Natural Diamonds & Ruby Accents
Located in London, GB
This bespoke 18ct white gold ring features a stylized "J" initial, meticulously pavé-set with brilliant natural diamonds and accented by vibrant red rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
GIA Natural Turquoise, Ruby and Diamond Estate Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA Natural Turquoise, Ruby and Diamond Estate Ring in 18k White Gold Estate Turquoise, Diamond and Ruby Ring features a GIA certified Natural Oval Cabochon Turquoise set horizonta...
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Diamond Yellow + White Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow and White Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Vintage Ruby and Diamond Ring of 14k White Gold, Circa 1940-1950
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This retro ring (circa 1940-1950) features rubies and diamonds set in 14k white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold Ruby and Diamond Alternating Band Ring, 0.15 CTW, 1990
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This elegant 14K white gold ring features a timeless alternating pattern of vibrant rubies and sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
$685Sale Price / item|25% Off
14k Gold Ring with Diamonds and Rubies.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 kt solid gold ring with natural rubies and diamonds. July birthstone ring.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold
Timeless Ring In 18k White Gold and Red Rubies
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
TIMELESS Ring in white gold 18Kt 2.80 gr with Red Rubies in total 0.58 ct and Diamond G color VS clarity 0.10 ct.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14ct White Gold, 1980s Diamond & Ruby Snake Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Snake Ring 14ct Gold Stamped Circa 1980s This striking 1980s snake ring is expertly crafted from 14ct white gold, showcasing a mesmerising design that captures the essenc...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
1970s Oval Thai Ruby and 1.56ct Diamond 18k White Gold Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 2.13 carat Thai ruby and 1.56 carat diamond, 18k white gold cluster ring; part of our ruby jewellery collection.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
$3,838Sale Price / item|20% Off
Italian Ruby Diamond White Gold Statement Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 54-RND57-0,2-4/6 Ruby 1-Oval-1,57 (4)/3 Weight 2.92 gram Size USA 7 With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditio...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Burmese 4.03ct Ruby and 1.49ct Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold, Asia
Located in Macau, MO
This extraordinary natural ruby and diamond ring is set with a magnificent 4.03-carat oval-cut Burmese "pigeon's blood" ruby, elegantly surrounded by 1.49 carats of round brilliant-c...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
$11,200Sale Price|20% Off
1950's Ruby Diamond Cocktail 18k White Gold Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Presenting a mesmerizing ruby and diamond ring that captivates with its stunning design, featuring a brilliant pear-shaped ruby encircled by a vibrant double halo of diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold
18 Karat White Gold, Ruby & Diamond Earring & Ring Suite
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This matched earring and ring suite have been crafted from 18 karat white gold and are set with rubies and diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
3 Stone Ruby and Diamond Ring Set in 14ct White Gold
Located in London, GB
A stunning 14ct white gold ring set with an 1.97ct oval natural ruby at it's center, beautifully accented by 2 natural round diamonds, creating an elegant and timeless piece.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Half Eternity Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The stones are gorgeous in this band. The rubies are square cut and measure 5pts each and in-between these trios of pink stones are bright round cut diamonds measuring 4pts each. R...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
$942Sale Price / item|44% Off
14k gold ring with ruby and diamonds.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 kt solid gold Floral design ring with natural ruby and diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Ruby, Pink Sapphire, White and Yellow Diamond Flower Dome Ring 18k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18k White Gold Diamond Count: 6 brilliant cut (5 white diamonds, 1 yellow) Red Ruby Count: 1 Pink Sapphire Count: 5 Ring Size: 8.25 (resizable) To...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
$942Sale Price / item|44% Off
14k Gold Ring with Ruby and Diamonds
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 kt gold ring with ruby and diamonds. July birthstone ring.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
IGI Certified 2.37 Carat Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Experience the sheer opulence of this IGI Certified, 3.42 Total Carat Weight (TCW) masterpiece, meticulously crafted in rich 18K White Gold. This ring showcases a spectacular 2.37 Ca...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Double Headed 14 Karat White Gold Snake Ring Diamond and Ruby Unisex
Located in Wallkill, NY
Double Headed Snake Wedding 14K Ring with 4 bezel set diamonds in each head. Rubies make up the eyes of both snakes. Ring is hallmarked inside shank. This can be worn by either a man...
Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Platinum, 18K White Gold Ruby And Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in Seattle, WA
Era: Late 1900's Metal Type: Platinum, 18K White Gold Setting Type: Prong Ring Size: 7 Band Width: 2mm Main Diamond(s): Natural Main Diamond Carat Weight: ~0.48ctw Main Diamond Cut/S...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
14K White Gold Ruby 5 Stone Diamond Band Estate Ring
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Metal: 14K White Gold Primary Stones: 5 Natural Oval Rubies Accent Stones: 8 Round Brilliant Diamonds Total Diamond Weight: 0.1 CTW Ring Size: 7 (sizing available for an addition...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.88ct Ruby Diamond Cluster Ring
By MOV Diamond Jewelry
Located in Fatih, 34
Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt • Available Gold Colors: Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold • Gold GR: 3.02 • 0.44ct Natural Diamond • 1.44ct Natural Ruby Dia...
Diamond, 14k Gold
2.06ct Unheated Mozambique Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold, GRS Certifie
Located in Roma, IT
It is set in an 18-karat white gold mounting, framed by a sparkling array of round brilliant-cut diamonds that extend along the shoulders.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Diamond Ruby Ring 14K White Gold Band Vintage Estate
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Ruby Ring 14K White Gold Band Vintage Estate This pretty vintage ring is finely crafted in solid 14K White Gold and set with genuine Earth mined Ruby and Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Ruby and Diamond Wide Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
Ring is heavily decorated with granulation details and features 4 oval cut Rubies in total weight of 3.27 Carats and brilliant cut white diamonds in total weight of 1.98 Carats.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Diamond, Sapphire, Emerald and Ruby Ring
Located in New York, NY
Ring size: 6 Markings: “750" Metal: 18k White Gold Weight: 6.7 grams Diamonds: 0.35 carats Sapphire: 1.18 carats Ruby and emerald weighs 1.71 carats
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Curnis Unique Apple Masterpiece 18k White and Yellow Gold Ring Rubies Diamonds
Located in Bergamo, BG
Key Features: Material: 18k white and yellow gold Design: Apple-shaped, pavé of rubies and diamonds Diamonds: 1.18 carats total, brilliant-cut natural diamonds Rubies: 13.65 carats ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yello...
IGI Certified 4.17 Carat Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
The halo perfectly frames the large central stone, maximizing its visual impact and brilliance. The entire ring is forged from high-quality 18K White Gold (stamped "G750"), a durabl...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tabbah Cabochon-Ruby and Diamond Platinum and Gold Ring
By Tabbah
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Elegant 18 kt Gold and Platinum Ring. cabochon ruby : 1.77 carat Diamonds: 1.88 carat FG VS
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
18 K white Gold Band Pave Ring Ruby Diamonds
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
A sophisticated band ring crafted in 18 K white Gold, featuring 27 round Rubies weighing 1.40 ct and 288 round brilliant cut Diamonds weighing 2.60 ct, H color, si clarity in a refin...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond & Ruby Art Deco Style 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Antique inspired diamond and ruby ring in solid white gold displays a rare, handcrafted design.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$6,150Sale Price / item|25% Off
Ralph Masri Andromeda 18kt White Gold Diamond Ruby Ring
By Ralph Masri
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Statement 18kt white gold ring with diamonds and rubies from Ralph Masri's Andromeda collection, inspired by the stars, galaxies and constellations.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,237Sale Price / item|25% Off
Ralph Masri Andromeda 18kt White Gold Diamond Ruby Ring
By Ralph Masri
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Captivating 18kt white gold ring with diamonds and rubies from Ralph Masri's Andromeda collection, inspired by the stars, galaxies and constellations.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k 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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