1.94 Carat Multi Color Sapphire Diamond White Gold Statement Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1.94 Carat Multi Color Sapphire Diamond White Gold Statement Ring A Uniquely designed Multi-Colored Sapphire and Diamond Ring that is sure to be a great addition to your jewelry col...
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,064Sale Price|20% Off
Blue Sapphire & Diamond Halo Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Blue Sapphire & Diamond Halo Ring in 14k Yellow Gold This elegant ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and features an oval-cut blue sapphire secured in a prong setting.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Sapphire & Diamond 18k White Gold Band Size 6 1/4
Located in Dallas, TX
Yellow Sapphire & Diamond 18k White Gold Band Size 6 1/4 - 14mm wide band. .70 carat diamonds and 1.50 carat of yellow sapphires.
White Gold
4.61 Carat Blue Topaz Sapphire Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
4.61 Carat Blue Topaz Sapphire Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring This beautiful Cushion Cut Blue Topaz and Diamond ring has a stunningly vibrant Blue Topaz that weighs 3.97 Carats.
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1940s Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Sapphire & Diamond Cocktail Ring Platinum Tested Circa 1940s This stunning 1940s platinum cocktail ring boasts a timeless design that is sure to turn heads.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Black Star Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Black star sapphire and diamond gentleman’s gold ring, 1960s. * ABOUT THIS ITEM: #R-DJ1013B.
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Black Star, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,735Sale Price|40% Off
NWT $9, 559 18kt Gold Rare Natural Pearl Blue Sapphire Diamond Crossover Ring
Located in New York, NY
T.C.W. Approx 5CTS!! The Sapphires, Diamonds and Pearls are of Exquisite and Fine Quality!!
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 2.02 Carat Natural No Heat Ceylon Blue Sapphire & Diamond Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
GIA Certified 2.02 Carat Natural No Heat Ceylon Blue Sapphire & Diamond Ring GIA report number: 6532400722 Sapphire: 2.02 carat cushion natural blue sapphire, Sri Lanka (Ceylon) orig...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.42 Carat Natural Multi Color Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1.42 Carat Natural Multi Color Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring A Stunning and Unique piece to say the least!
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green ...
JAS-21-2240 - 14K ROSE GOLD OVAL SAPPHIRE RING with WHITE SAPPHIRES & DIAMONDS
By JA Star USA
Located in New York, NY
14K ROSE GOLD OVAL SAPPHIRE RING with WHITE SAPPHIRES & DIAMONDS Metal: 14K ROSE GOLD Diamond Info: GH-SI DIAMONDS 0.20CT Stones Info: 6X4 OVAL SAPPHIRE 0.60CT 4x3 PEARSHAPE ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
JAS-21-2241 - 14K WHITE GOLD OVAL SAPPHIRE RING with WHITE SAPPHIRES & DIAMONDS
By JA Star USA
Located in New York, NY
14K WHITE GOLD OVAL SAPPHIRE RING with WHITE SAPPHIRES & DIAMONDS Metal: 14K WHITE GOLD Diamond Info: GH-SI DIAMONDS 0.20CT Stones Info: 6X4 OVAL SAPPHIRE 0.60CT 4x3 PEARSHAP...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Superb Sri Lanka Purple 7.45ct Star Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in bangkok, TH
This is a truly beautiful and extremely unusual Sri Lanka Purple 7.45ct Star Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Ring. The jewel is probably 20-30 years old.
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum
5.31 Carat Citrine Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
5.31 Carat Citrine Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Engagement Ring This gorgeous ring has a beautiful Emerald Cut Citrine Quartz weighing 4.32 Carats and is surrounded by a total of 42...
Citrine, Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20.7 carats Blue Star Sapphire & Diamond Ballerina Ring in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
Total sapphire weight is 20.7 carats. Total diamond weight is 1.02 carats.
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum
3.03 Carat Natural Tourmaline Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
It is surrounded by Natural Round Cut Pink Sapphires that weigh 0.44 carats and Natural Round Cut Diamonds that weigh 0.80 carats.
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,192Sale Price|20% Off
Radiant Pink Sapphire & Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Radiant Pink Sapphire & Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold Crafted in 18k white gold, this ring centers on a vivid 1.23 carat pink sapphire framed by .76 carat total weight of round and...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$9,200Sale Price|20% Off
Clear 6.03 Amethyst , Pink Sapphire & Diamond Ring in 18k Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in New York, NY
Product Details: Metal - Rose Gold Gemstone - Clear amethyst, Pink Sapphire, Diamond. Amethyst Stone weight - 6.03 Carat Diamond Stone weight - 0.79 Carat Pink Sapphire Stone weight...
Pink Sapphire, Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1.90 Carat Pink Sapphire Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Engagement Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1.90 Carat Pink Sapphire Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Engagement Ring This beautiful ring has a 1.24 Carat Pear Cut Pink Sapphire and is surrounded by 36 Round Cut Diamonds that weigh...
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$5,750Sale Price|50% Off
NWT $11, 500 18KT Gold Glittering Gorgeous Fancy Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Following Items we are offering is a Rare Important 18KT Yellow Gold Sapphire Diamond Ring. Ring is comprised of Finely Set Glittering Sapphires surrounded by Sparkling Diamonds!!
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Blue Pink Sapphire Diamond Ring 18K White Gold Half Moon Setting
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Blue Pink Sapphire Diamond Ring 18K White Gold Half Moon Setting This unusual estate ring is finely crafted in solid 18K White Gold.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,960Sale Price|20% Off
1 Carat Blue Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite 1 carat blue sapphire diamond cocktail ring captures the timeless elegance of the Art Deco era through a sophisticated and highly detailed domed silhouette.
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Kashmir Sapphire & Diamond Twist Ring Set in 18K White Gold
Located in Grantham, GB
18ct White Gold Sapphire & Diamond Twist Ring 2x Square Cut Kashmir Blue Sapphires AAAA Royal Blue Sapphire 0.22 Carat Each 32x Baguette Cut Diamonds 0.50 Carat Total Diamond Weight...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
18kt White Gold Ring Big Amethyst Center Stone & Blue, Pink Sapphires, Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Magnificent 18kt White Gold Ring With Huge Marquise Cut Amethyst Center Stone & Blue, Pink Sapphires, Diamonds Centre stone: amethyst Approx. 20 Ct Diamonds: brilliant cut togethe...
Amethyst, Diamond, Blue Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gol...
8.00 carat Oval Blue Star Sapphire & Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
12.95 carats Oval Star Sapphire & Diamond Ring in Platinum Star Sapphire and Diamond Ring features an Oval-shaped Violetish Blue Star Sapphire weighing 12.95 carats surrounded by Ba...
Diamond, Sapphire, Star Sapphire, Platinum
1.34 Carat Sapphire Diamond Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Sapphire and Diamond Ring Art Deco Revival The ring is 18K White Gold The center is a Blue Sapphire 0.70ct There are 0.64ct in Diamonds H SI The Ring is A Size 7.25, sizeable The rin...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.75 CTW Sapphire & Diamond Fashion Band in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Houston, TX
0.75 CTW Sapphire & Diamond Fashion Band in 18K Yellow Gold This finely crafted ring is executed in rich 18K yellow gold and showcases a harmonious blend of vibrant blue sapphires a...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Multicolor Sapphire & Diamond Large Cocktail Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Multicolor Sapphire & Diamond Large Cocktail Ring in 18k Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamond Ring features Clusters of Blue, Pink, and Orange Natural Oval Sapphires set with Round Br...
Amethyst, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The crisp contrast between the saturated blue sapphire and the icy baguette diamonds creates a dramatic and timeless statement on the hand.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum
18K Yellow Gold Band Ring with 31 Red Sapphires & Diamonds, 2.29ct
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18K Yellow Gold Band Ring with 31 Red Sapphires & Diamonds, 2.29ct This band has 31 Red Sapphires that weigh 1.30 carats and 81 Round Cut Diamonds that weigh 0.99 carats.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Modern Sapphire Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Flower Cluster Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Weight of the sapphire : 0,50 carat approximately. Total weight of the diamonds : 0.15 carat approximately.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Sapphire Diamond Ring Size 6.5 14k Y Gold 2.84 TCW Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Quality Sapphire and Diamond 6.5 Ring Size 14k Y Gold 2.84 TCW Certified $3,950 311703 This is a Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry Nothing says, “I Love you” mo...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
1.60 Ct Sapphire Engagement Band Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring 14K Gold Channel Set
Located in Jaipur, IN
14K Yellow Gold Natural Blue Sapphire & Diamond Engagement Band – Wide Channel Set Sapphire Ring Make a sophisticated statement with this 14K yellow gold sapphire and diamond en...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Roshe Jewels 1.54ct Light Pink Sapphire Diamond Band Ring, 18K Gold
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Roshe Jewels 1.54ct Light Pink Sapphire Diamond Band Ring, 18K Gold This gorgeous band has 16 Light Pink Sapphires that weigh 0.74 carats and 59 Round Cut Diamonds that weigh 0.80 c...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari 35.72 ct. Ceylon Sapphire Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Carat Weight: Sapphire 35.72 ct.; 4.0 cts. diamonds Color/Clarity: Ceylon No Heat; H-I VS-SI Certifications: SSEF Size: 6.5 Creator: Bulgari Metal: 18K yellow gold Weight: 25.20 gram...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
2.91 Carat Natural Citrine Sapphire Diamond Rose Gold Engagement Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2.91 Carat Natural Citrine Sapphire Diamond Rose Gold Engagement Ring This gorgeous ring has a beautiful Emerald Cut Citrine Quartz weighing 2.23 Carats and is surrounded by a Halo ...
Citrine, Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold Floral Cluster Ring with Sapphire & Diamonds
Located in Portland, England
An exquisite vintage ring crafted in radiant 18ct yellow gold, featuring a vivid oval-cut sapphire at its centre, surrounded by 10 sparkling brilliant-cut diamonds in a floral halo d...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold
4.53 Carat Natural Tourmaline Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
4.53 Carat Natural Tourmaline Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring This ring has a 2.31 carat Oval Cut Pinkish-Mauve Tourmaline and is elegantly surrounded by Natural Round Cu...
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Sapphire Diamond Ring 6.5 14k WG 2.89 TCW Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Finely Faceted Quality Sapphire Diamond Ring 6.5 14k WG 2.89 TCW Certified $4,950 310999 This is a Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry!
Diamond, Sapphire
0.99 Carat Natural Pink Sapphire Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
0.99 Carat Natural Pink Sapphire Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Ring It has a Natural Oval Cut Pink Sapphire that weighs 0.82 Carats and Natural Baguette Cut Diamonds that weigh 0.17 C...
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Blue Pink Yellow Sapphire Diamond Ring 14K Gold Three stones
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Blue Pink Yellow Sapphire Diamond Ring 14K Gold Three stones This gorgeous estate ring is finely crafted in solid 14K White Gold and set with genuine Earth mined Sapphires: blue, pi...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold, White ...
Natural Sapphire Diamond Ring 14k W Gold 1.82 TCW Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Sapphire Diamond Ring Size 6.25 14k W Gold 1.82 TCW Certified $4,950 216683 This is a Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry!
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
Purple Sapphire Diamond Ring 18k Gold Women 1.72 TCW Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Finely Faceted Quality Sapphire Diamond Ring 18k Gold Women 1.724 TCW Certified $3,950 913136 This is a Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry Nothing says, “I Love ...
Purple Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.15 Carat Pink Sapphire Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Band Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1.15 Carat Pink Sapphire Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Band Ring This ring has Natural Pink Sapphires that weigh 0.85 carats and Natural Round Cut Diamonds that weigh 0.30 carats (Cla...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Pink Sapphire & Diamond Ring set in 9K Yellow Gold Cocktail Natural
Located in Grantham, GB
9ct Yellow Gold Oval Cut Pink Sapphire & Diamond Cocktail Ring Oval Cut Pink Sapphire Clarity A Carat 0.87 4x Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds Totalling 0.02 Carats Size N 1.5mm Band ...
Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Natural Blue Sapphire & Diamond 18 Karat Gold Dome Cocktail Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
GIA Certified Natural Ceylon Blue Sapphire & Diamond 18 Karat Gold Dome Cocktail Ring GIA report number: 2235824076 Center sapphire: 7.8 x 5.90mm cabochon natural blue sapphire from...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
11.63 Carat Tanzanite Sapphire Diamond Platinum 18K Gold Ring
Located in 台東区, JP
The substantial construction and bold geometric proportions give the ring a distinctive cocktail-jewelry presence, while the combination of tanzanite, fancy sapphire, diamond, platin...
Diamond, Sapphire, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Platinum
Topaz, Sapphires, Diamonds, Pearls, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, CE
Amazing ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central topaz surrounded by flowers and leaves studded with micro pearls, sapphires, diamonds and topaz. This elega...
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Topaz, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Natural Sapphire Diamond Ring 14k W Gold 5.81 TCW Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Sapphire Diamond Ring Size 7 14k W Gold 5.81 TCW Certified $6,975 216685 This is a Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry Nothing says, “I Love you” more than Diamon...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
Fine Art Deco Natural Sapphire Diamond 18K White Gold Engagement Ring, GIA
Located in New York, NY
Classic, elegant estate Art Deco period 3.56 Carat natural blue sapphire diamond 18K white gold engagement ring Early 20th Century Circa 1920 Sapphire: 3.56 carats, octagonal, step c...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 7.77 Carat Star Sapphire Diamond White Gold Cabochon Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
GIA certified natural purple pink cabochon star sapphire diamond ring. 7.77 carat oval center sapphire with a halo of 12 old European cut diamonds in a 14k white gold setting.
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Sapphire Diamond Ring Size 6.5 14k Gold 3.31 TCW Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Composite Sapphire Diamond Ring Size 6.5 14k Gold 3.31 TCW Certified $2,895 215411 This is a Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry!
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Sapphire Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Arrow Love Token Ring
Located in New York, NY
This wonderful ring is crafted in 18K yellow gold set with a lively blue square cut sapphire and an arrow point of three round cut diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Peter Suchy GIA Certified 1.25 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Royal blue Sapphire diamond three-stone engagement ring 2.37ct round simple heat only and certified natural corundum.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold, Platinum
Sapphire Diamond Ring Size 6.5 14k Gold 2.77 TCW Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Composite Sapphire Diamond Ring Size 6.5 14k Gold 2.77 TCW Certified $2,675 215415 This is a Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry Nothing says, “I Love you” more than Diam...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
14K White Gold Natural Sapphire & Diamond Alternating Stone Ring In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14K White Gold Natural Sapphire & Diamond Alternating Stone Ring Ring Material: 14k White Gold Gemstone & Diamond Details: There are approximately 1.50 carats of natural round cut...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Natural Sapphire Diamond Ring 14k W Gold 3 TCW Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Sapphire Diamond Ring Size 7 14k W Gold 3 TCW Certified $2,990 216680 This is a Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry!
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
Mario Buccellati Ceylon Sapphire Diamond 18K Dome Ring
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
Mario Buccellati Vintage 1950s Two-Tone Gold Dome Ring – Unheated Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond A rare and exquisite jewel from the legendary Mario Buccellati, this vintage circa 1950s ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1.90ct Sapphire Diamond Chunky Solitaire Engagement Ring In 18ct White Gold
Located in London, GB
1.90ct Sapphire Diamond Chunky Solitaire Engagement Ring In 18ct White Gold 1.90ct Sapphire Diamond Chunky Solitaire Engagement Ring In 18ct White Gold 1.90ct Natural sapphire gemsto...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.67 Carat Yellow Sapphire Diamond White Gold Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
GIA Certified 1.67 Carat Yellow Sapphire Diamond White Gold Ring This beautiful ring has a Natural Oval Cut Heated Yellow Sapphire that weights 1.16 Carats.
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
3.13 Carat Multi Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful and Unique Multi Sapphire & Diamond Movable Ring! This ring has 5 Pear Cut Multi-Colored Sapphires that weigh 2.60 Carats.
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Yello...
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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