Round Cut Garnet and Baguette Diamond Ballerina Style Cocktail Ring in Platinum
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
cocktail ring. At its heart lies a vibrant round-cut garnet, radiating a deep, fiery red that captures the
Diamond, Garnet, Platinum
Vintage 2.00 Carat Diamonds Ballerina Cocktail Ring 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
ballerina style cocktail ring. The center diamonds weights approx 0.36 carat by formula and the total
Diamond, 14k Gold
Cats Eye Chrysoberyl Diamond Platinum Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A classic and stylish ballerina style cocktail ring! It features a 5.82 carat cabochon chrysoberyl
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Platinum
18K White Gold 8.50 CT Diamond South Sea Pearl Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Westport, CT
An extraordinary 18K white gold diamond and pearl ballerina style cocktail ring. Centered with a
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Oval Ruby and Tapered Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in New York, NY
Oval Ruby and Tapered Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring This ballerina-style cocktail ring is
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Colombian Emerald 12.64cts Diamond Platinum Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A true showstopper, this ballerina-style cocktail ring centers a mesmerizing GIA-certified
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Giant Natural Star Ruby & Diamond Ballerina Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A striking and glamorous statement piece, this ballerina-style cocktail ring is centered with a
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Platinum
Certified 4.75cts Muzo Colombian Emerald Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Exquisite ballerina style cocktail ring, with a sparkly ballerina & old mine Emerald. Crafted in
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Retro Yellow Gold 10 Carat Amethyst & Natural Diamond Ballerina Ring Circa 1970
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A bold retro 14K yellow gold ballerina-style cocktail ring centered with an emerald-cut natural
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pear-Shaped Emerald and Tapered Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in New York, NY
ballerina-style cocktail ring is crafted in solid 18k white gold. At the center is a vivid 1.31-carat pear
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sri Lankan Ceylon Sapphire, 3.06ct Diamond Halo Ballerina Ring 18K White Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
A spontaneous burst of brilliance, this ballerina-style cocktail ring showcases a 3.06-carat
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified Natural Ruby and Diamond 6.10 Carat 18K Yellow Gold Ballerina Ring
Located in Tustin, CA
yellow gold and surrounded by prong-set tapered baguette and round diamonds in a timeless ballerina-style
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Ballerina Style Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Ruby Ballerina style Diamond Ring Ruby is 1.62 carats with certification that it is of Thailand
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Pink Tourmaline and Diamond Ballerina Style 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
cocktail ring features a single oval cut 7.81 carat natural pink tourmaline stone in a stunning medium pink
Tourmaline, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Pink Sapphire and Diamonds Ballerina Style Ring
Located in New Orleans, LA
spectacular "Ballerina" ring, the sapphire is embraced by a swirling halo of undulating marquise, baguette and
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,780Sale Price|20% Off
Green Tourmaline "Ballerina" Style Baguette Diamond Ring
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18k yellow gold ladies diamond baguette cocktail ring containing 1 pear shape green tourmaline
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
$7,520Sale Price|22% Off
J. Birnbach Diamond & Sapphire Ballerina Style Platinum Ring
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
generations to come, this item can act as a bold cocktail ring or dramatic engagement ring for the fashion
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum
Solid Platinum 1.41ctw Oval Sapphire w/ Diamond Ballerina Style Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
) - Stamped PT900 Weight: 5.36 Grams Ring Size: 6.0 (Fitted on a finger. We can custom size this ring.) Ring
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2.76 Carats Total Diamond Ballerina Domed Cocktail Ring in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 5.25 This breathtaking ballerina-style diamond cocktail ring is the perfect piece to
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Oval Cut Blue Sapphire and Baguette Diamond Ballerina Style Ring in Platinum
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
stunning ballerina cocktail ring, a symbol of the utmost luxury and refinement. At its center lies a
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Platinum, 14k Gold
White Gold 2.3ct Tanzanite w/ Dual Diamond Halo Ballerina Style Substantial Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
: Solid 18k White Gold Weight: 9.49 Grams Ring Size: 7.0 (fitted on finger, we can custom size this ring
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, White Gold
Natural Green Emerald and Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring 3.50 Carat
Located in San Diego, CA
Emerald & Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring Style: Ballerina Cocktail Ring Metal: Platinum, 11
Fancy 18k Gold AGL 7.67ctw Colombian Emerald & Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
You are looking at a MAGICAL emerald and diamond ballerina-style fancy cocktail ring crafted in
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
GIA Cert. 9.72 Carat No Heat Star Ruby & Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
cut diamond platinum ballerina-style ring. Details: Item Type: Cocktail Ring Metal: Platinum (PT900
Diamond, Star Ruby, Platinum
Art Deco Style Inspired Platinum Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring, 3.84 ct
Located in Great Neck, NY
: 11.6 Grams Style: Art Deco Inspired / Ballerina Cocktail Ring Design: Multi-layer diamond halo with
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Ballerina Style 4.32 Carat Natural Emerald and Diamonds Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Hand Crafted Ballerina Style ring featuring an oval 4.32 Carat Natural Green Emerald as a center
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Solid 2ct Black Opal VS Diamond Ballerina Style Cocktail Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Mona Vale, NSW
Diamonds surrounding the Opal in a Ballerina style setting. The Diamonds are both Baguette and Round
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
18K White Gold Ballerina Cocktail Ring w/London Blue Topaz & Baguette Diamonds
By Doves by Doron Paloma
Located in Great Neck, NY
18K White Gold Ballerina Style Cocktail Ring featuring Round London Blue Topaz. Outer starburst
Diamond, White Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
2.46 Carat Ruby Diamond White Gold Ballerina Style Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful ring with a 1.60 Carat Pear Cut Ruby as its center and 32 Round Cut Diamonds that weigh
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
18kt White Gold 3 1/2 ct Sapphire and 4 ct Baguette Diamond Ballerina Style Ring
Located in Walnut Creek, CA
Stunning 18 karat white gold ballerina style ring with an approximately 3 1/2 carat emerald cut
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Emerald and Diamond Ballerina Style Cocktail Ring in Platinum
Located in Webster, NY
Emerald and diamond ballerina style cocktail ring crafted in platinum. Gemstone: Emerald
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Emerald and Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
GIA Certified Colombian Emerald and diamond ballerina-style cocktail ring crafted in platinum. The
Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
1960s Vintage 2.80cts Marquises Diamond Platinum Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Presenting a beautiful Dimond Ballerina Style Cocktail Ring forged in Platinum. The diamonds are
Diamond, Platinum
Ballerina South Sea Pearl and Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum, Circa 1980
Located in Miami, FL
A ballerina style cocktail ring circa 1980 featuring a round south sea pearl with baguette diamonds
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 14K Baguette Diamond Round Emerald Ballerina Cocktail Ring 3.74ctw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A lovely ballerina style cocktail ring c. the 1980’s done in 14K yellow gold and centered by an
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
13.75 Carat Pear Tanzanite and Diamond Cocktail Ring White Gold
Located in New York, NY
A lovely 13.75 carat pear shaped tanzanite is set into a ballerina-style cocktail ring surrounded
Diamond, White Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Platinum GIA Burma Sapphire Ballerina Style Diamond Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
This beauty is a classic!! A stunning example of a beautiful ballerina style cocktail ring. Ring
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
18k White Gold Oval Sapphire w/ Round & Baguette Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This absolutely stunning, ballerina style cocktail ring is crafted in solid 18k white gold. It
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold Oval Sapphire w/ Round & Baguette Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This absolutely stunning, ballerina style cocktail ring is crafted in solid 18k white gold. It
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Star Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ballerina-Style Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A classic ballerina styled ring featuring a 9.20 carat star sapphire. It has a soft blue color and
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum
1970s Ballerina Style Emerald & Diamond Ring in 14K Two-Tone Gold
Located in Towson, MD
One 14 karat yellow and white gold ballerina style ring set with one natural fine pear-shaped
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Ballerina Style Emerald & Diamond Ring in 14K Two-Tone Gold
Located in Towson, MD
One 14 karat yellow and white gold ballerina style ring set with one natural fine pear-shaped
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Ballerina Style 7.63 Carat Cushion Cut Blue Sapphire & Diamonds engagment ring.
Located in New York, NY
diamonds1.77 Carat TDW. Our magnificent ring is made with precise detailed craftsmanship. Jewel Details
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
6.08 Carat Emerald and Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Style: Ballerina Cocktail Ring Diamond Details: Approximately 2ctw of round brilliant and baguette
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Large Swiss Blue Topaz Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
diamonds. The baguette and round cut diamonds are fashioned in a ballerina style for this special cocktail
Diamond, Topaz, Platinum
Diamond and Emerald Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Webster, NY
Stunning ballerina style Emerald cocktail ring with approximately .76CTW of diamonds set in 18K
Diamond, Emerald
Turquoise Diamond Ring Vintage 14k White Gold Cocktail Jewelry Mid Century 5.75
Located in Torrance, CA
chips. The egg shell blue turquoise is framed with sparkling diamonds in a ballerina style mount. The
Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold
Estate 14K Baguette Diamond Oval Sapphire Ballerina Cocktail Ring 4.75cttw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A gorgeously made vintage ballerina-style cocktail ring done in 14k yellow gold prong set with
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Persian Turquoise Cocktail Ring
Located in Coral Gables, FL
18 karat white gold vintage ballerina style cocktail ring featuring a gorgeous robin's egg blue
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Webster, NY
Glamorous ballerina style cocktail ring features a .91CT Round Brilliant Cut Diamond in the center
Diamond, 18k Gold
Large and Showy 12.33 Carat Diamond Ballerina Flower Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Tustin, CA
style cocktail ring features two layers of invisibly set baguettes forming the scalloping petals and
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Estate 18k Gold 6.80ctw AGL Emerald Cut Sapphire Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This absolutely breathtaking, ballerina style cocktail ring is very well made and crafted from
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum 3.60 Carat Ballerina Style Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Webster, NY
Platinum ballerina style diamond ring featuring approximately 3.60CTW of Diamonds. Diamond Carat
Diamond, Platinum
Retro Era Platinum Ballerina Style Colombian Emerald & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
baguettes combined with magnificent color. Ring Details Material: Platinum Era: Retro 1940 - 1980 Head
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Sensational 15 Carat Oval Emerald and Diamond Ballerina Style 18k Cocktail Ring
Located in Tustin, CA
A sensational, stately and impressive 15 carat estate cocktail ring features a very large facing 9
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oscar Heyman 18 Karat Gold Ruby Heart Shaped 'Ballerina' Style Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York City, NY
made in New York City at the company's own factory. The 'Ballerina' style ring was designed by George
Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold
1960s Ruby Diamond Gold Ballerina Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1960’s Ruby Diamond Gold Ballerina Cocktail Ring. Ballerina style handmade 18k yellow gold ring
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Exquisite 20.56 Carat Vivid Pink Rubellite and Diamond Ballerina Style 18K Ring
Located in Tustin, CA
very elegant cocktail ring setting. The center rubellite is surrounded by a step down halo of round
Diamond, White Diamond, Rubelite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Style 1.83 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Ballerina Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning Ballerina Ring featuring a 1.83 Carat Sapphire and 0.77 Carats of Diamond Accents set in
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Elegant 9.25 Carat Blue Sapphire and Diamond Baguette Ballerina Platinum Ring
Located in Tustin, CA
Very elegant and timelessly classic ballerina style platinum estate cocktail ring features a rich
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
2.70 Carat Emerald Ballerina Style Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Pikesville, MD
A classic vintage style 18 karat gold ballerina halo ring with generous amount of sparkle. This
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ballerina Style Black Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
and green play of color. There are diamonds set around the opal in a 'ballerina' style.
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Blue Star Sapphire Diamond Ballerina Style Ring
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Diamonds totalling 1.90 carats in this elegant Ballerina style 18K White and Yellow Gold ring. Large
White Diamond, Star Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Elegant Ballerina Style Sapphire with Baguette Diamonds Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
One Ladies Cocktail Ring Composed Of a Ballerina Style Setting embellished With Numerous Baguette
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Emerald Round Diamond Halo Gold Art Deco Style Ballerina Bridal Cocktail Ring
By Beyond Fine Jewelry
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Carat and Colorless Diamond Baguettes VS clarity 0.46 Carat in 14K Rose Gold Bridal Cocktail Ballerina
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Ring 25ct natural Blue Sapphire solid 18K Gold Ø 4.75 US /9.6gr
Located in SE
Luxurious Antique Ring in Renaissance style, band and crown tested solid 18K Gold,not hallmarked, European, ca. XVIII - early XIX centuries. Huge cabochon of natural Light - Blue Sa...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Emerald & Fancy Yellow Sapphire Ring Set In 18K Gold & S
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Emerald & Fancy Yellow Sapphire Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Emerald from Zambia - 4 carat Natural Yellow Sapphire - 2 carat This Ring is from th...
Emerald, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
1938 Ring natural Emerald Diamonds solid 18K White Gold ØUS5.75 / 1.9 gr
Located in SE
Elegant Emerald and Diamonds Ring with curved band in solid 18ct White Gold with bezel set natural emerald cut Emerald stone 4.5 mm x 4 mm x 3.2 mm deep / ca. 0.5 ct of vivid Green...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,200Sale Price|20% Off
L 1.82 in
Exquisite Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Panther Earring in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Presenting Exquisite and Luxurious Ruby, Emerald, Blue Sapphire and Diamond Panther Earring curated in 14K Yellow Gold. Unleash your wild side, with our wildlife collection. Featurin...
Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Diamond Bombe 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum Ring, Circa 1960s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This exquisite 1960s diamond bombe ring by Hammerman Bros. is a true testament to mid-century elegance and artistry. Crafted in a luxurious blend of 18K yellow gold and platinum, it ...
Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Rainbow Galaxy Confetti Cigar Band, 8.5mm 14K Yellow Gold, Genuine Gemstones
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
This lovely rainbow confetti ring is dripping with 1.36 carats of sapphires, rubies, and tsavorites and makes a bold statement as a cigar band. All the genuine gemstones are like a ...
Ruby, Sapphire, Tsavorite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,772 / 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
A Victorian gold and turquoise serpent necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian gold and turquoise serpent necklace, the flexible tapering yellow gold body formed of three rows of scale-like collets each set with a round cabochon-cut turquoise, the h...
Turquoise, Gold
GIA Certified 7.0 Carat Heart Shape Pink Diamond Cocktail Ring
By GEMME
Located in New York, NY
Heart Shape Diamond weighing 7.0 Carat with GIA certificate stating the Diamond is of Fancy Pink color and VS2 Clarity. Surrounded by reverse set White Diamonds weighing 5.02 Carats....
Pink Diamond, Platinum
Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 5.00 Carat Flawless Fancy Pink Diamond
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located in the Iconic Gem Tower/Gia Building in New York's Diamond District. The color of this diamond is much bette...
Pink Diamond
BUCCELLATI Aquamarine Diamond Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By Gianmaria Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite vintage Gianmaria Buccellati cocktail ring is crafted in 18k brushed and textured yellow gold with white gold accents. This ring is set with a faceted oval 7.0mm x 10....
Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, Yellow 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
Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified Fancy Blue Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Featuring a very special center diamond Gia Certified as Natural 4.00 Ca...
Blue Diamond
GIA 17.91 Carat Old Cushion Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA certified 17.91 carat Old Cushion Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring in Platinum Old Cushion Diamond Ring features a Center Cushion Brilliant Cut Diamond with beautiful vintage carving ...
Diamond, Platinum
$76,160Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 6.02 Carat Marquise Shape Fancy Light Yellow Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
Experience exceptional Belgian high jewellery craftsmanship with this rare, one-of-a-kind ring, designed by jewellery artist Joke Quick. Crafted in 18K yellow and rose gold, the piec...
Pink Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Smaller Scale 18K Yellow Gold Bombe' Ring with Pave' Set Diamond Dome
Located in Palm Beach, FL
An 18K yellow gold smaller scale ring, pave' set with approximately 2.33ct of round brilliant cut diamonds. There is plenty of sparkle to this diminutive beauty. Ideal for the lady w...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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.
A flashy symbol of wealth during the early 20th century, antique and vintage cocktail rings have gained broader appeal in the decades since for the hefty dose of glamour they bring to any ensemble.
Cocktail rings earned their name for their frequent appearances during glitzy cocktail parties at the height of the Prohibition era. Back then, these accessories were seen not only as statement pieces but as statements in and of themselves. They openly represented a sense of freedom and independence as well as a demonstration of opulence. After all, the 1920s heralded the Harlem Renaissance and Art Deco design, and a slew of social and cultural shifts meant that women in particular were breaking from pre–World War I conventions and embracing newfound freedoms to express themselves as individuals.
Women expressly wore cocktail rings on the fingers of their right hand versus the left, which was “reserved” for an engagement ring or wedding band, accessories definitely paid for by a suitor. And for cocktail rings, the bigger the colored gem at the center — which is usually mounted in a high setting — and the more elaborate the design, the stronger the likelihood of being noticed.
Cocktail rings remained a popular piece of jewelry for women until the 1930s, when the Great Depression and the onset of war marked a change in behaviors nationwide. While the 1960s and ’70s saw a return in visibility for the accessory, it wasn’t until the 1980s that cocktail rings once again assumed their position as a beacon of luxury and glitz.
During the 20th century, the range of dazzling cocktail rings seems to have been limitless, from glimmering gold rings set with carved jade diamonds designed by David Webb to Pomellato’s pink quartz confections to striking Gucci butterfly rings with accent diamonds set in a pavé fashion.
So, how do you wear a cocktail ring? Cocktail rings “can be worn for almost anything — dinners, date nights, parties, special events, on the red carpet,” explains David Joseph of New York-based jewelry brand Bochic.
Can you wear cocktail rings with other rings? “In my opinion, cocktail rings should stand on their own since they showcase a large gem in the center,” says Joseph.
These glamorous jewels can be worn inside or outside crowded taverns, in either daytime or nighttime with casual or dressy attire. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique and vintage cocktail rings, including those offered by Chanel, whose elegant cocktail rings often feature pearls and, of course, diamonds, and sometimes were styled after showy flowers like the camellia, and Van Cleef & Arpels, whose detailed and intricate designs are viewed as miniature pieces of wearable art.
Ancient Egyptians referred to the vibrant stone as the “gem of the sun.”
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Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.