1930s English Art Deco old mine diamond solitaire ring
Located in London, GB
Art Deco old mine diamond solitaire ring. Centrally set with a cushion shape old mine diamond, G
Diamond, Platinum
Diamond flanked solitaire ring, English, 1976.
Located in London, GB
Diamond flanked solitaire ring. Set to centre with an octagonal emerald-cut diamond, G colour, VS1
Diamond, Platinum
1.74ct Emerald diamond pave band engagement ring in 18k white gold.
Located in London, GB
diamond engagement ring is set in 18ct white gold and features a solitaire baguette-shaped diamond
Diamond, White Gold
$632Sale Price / item|20% Off
18KT Yellow Gold Natural Baguette Round Diamonds Illusion Cluster Art Deco Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Beautifully Created for any occasion. This captivating ring presents a cluster of dazzling
Diamond, Gold
1924 Art Deco Nordic Ring Diamond Ruby Sapphire solid 18K Gold ØUS 6.5/1.5gr
Located in SE
lifestyle, especially important with an engagement ring or other piece that might be worn daily for an
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$2,380Sale Price|30% Off
18 Karat Gold Channel Set Baguette Diamond French Enamel Contemporary Band Ring
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
A classic 18 karat gold baguette diamond contemporary band has a black and white french enamel
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Hancocks 4.09 Carat F VS1 Rare Carre Cut Diamond Platinum Solitaire Ring
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A stunning carré-cut diamond ring by Hancocks, centred with a vintage cut carré diamond weighing
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1960s 18k White Gold Cultured Pearl & Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
ring has been crafted in 18k white gold. The engagement ring is ornamented with a feature 8.02mm
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$68,800Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Platinum & 2.50ct Marquise Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
jewelry collection, this ring is perfect as an heirloom-quality engagement ring or a statement piece for
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Diamond Retro Engagement Ring Transitional.65ctw Vintage Knife-Edge Sz7
Located in Greensboro, NC
): .10ctw Cut: Baguette Color: G - H Clarity: VS1 - VS2 Total Carats: .65ctw Style: Solitaire with Accents
Diamond, Platinum
$14,800Sale Price|20% Off
Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
, or distinctive engagement ring for collectors who appreciate fine emeralds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Diamond Flanked Solitaire Ring, circa 1970
Located in London, GB
Vintage Diamond flanked solitaire ring. Set to centre with an octagonal emerald-cut diamond, E
Diamond, White Gold
$2,960Sale Price|20% Off
Round Aquamarine Ring. 1.80ct Aquamarine Diamond Accent Solitaire Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Cut Secondary Stone: Diamonds Secondary Stone Cut: Calibre Baguette Cut Jewelry Type: Cocktail Ring
Aquamarine, Platinum
Vintage Diamond Flanked Solitaire Ring, circa 1950
Located in London, GB
Vintage diamond flanked solitaire ring. Set to centre with an octagonal emerald-cut diamond, F
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 2.09ct Diamond Solitaire Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Sitting at the heart of this timeless Art Deco solitaire ring is a stunning 2.09 carat old cut
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold, White Gold
$60,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA-certified 5.60 carat Colombian emerald ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite ring features a GIA-certified 5.60-carat Colombian emerald, showcasing a vibrant
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 0.60ct Diamond Solitaire Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the 1920s this beautiful ring is classically Art Deco. A single baguette cut diamond
Diamond, Platinum
Late Deco 1.80ct Diamond Solitaire Ring, c.1940s
Located in London, GB
A beautiful 1.80 carat, transitional cut diamond sits central to this stunning Late Deco solitaire
Diamond, Platinum
Marquise shape diamond flanked solitaire ring, circa 1950
Located in London, GB
Marquise shape diamond flanked solitaire ring. Set to centre with a marquise shape old cut diamond
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 0.75ct Diamond Solitaire Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
A 0.75 carat old cut diamond sits central to this beautiful Art Deco solitaire ring. The claw set
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 2.17ct Diamond and 14ct White Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 2.17 carat diamond and 14 carat white gold solitaire ring
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Retro Marquis Diamond Platinum Circa 1950s Wedding Band Set Rings
Located in Montreal, QC
alternative Engagement ring. In excellent condition, recently professionally cleaned and polished. Chic and
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Emerald-Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring, circa 1960
Located in London, GB
Emerald-cut diamond flanked solitaire ring. Centrally set with an octagonal emerald-cut diamond, H
Diamond, Platinum
Late Deco 2.25 Carat Diamond Solitaire Ring, C.1930s
Located in London, GB
A divine solitaire engagement ring set with a gorgeous 2.25 carat old European diamond in the
Diamond, Platinum
Modern Oval Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Ring, 0.91 Carats
Located in London, GB
A diamond solitaire ring, set with a 0.91 carat, F colour, VS1 clarity, oval faceted diamond, in a
Diamond, Platinum
$68,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 5.03 Carat Unheated Sri Lanka Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
luxurious engagement ring.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Mauboussin diamond flanked engagement ring, French, 1995.
By Mauboussin
Located in London, GB
Mauboussin diamond flanked solitaire ring. Set to centre with an octagonal emerald cut diamond in a
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$24,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.38 Carat Art Deco Old Cut Pear Diamond Platinum Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Crafted in timeless platinum, this elegant vintage-inspired engagement ring is centered with a GIA
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring - 950 Round Brilliant 1.06ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
stamped) Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .10ctw Cut: Baguette Color: G - H Clarity: VS1 - VS2 Stone Note
Diamond, Platinum
$6,400Sale Price|20% Off
Engraved Art Deco 0.87 Carat Certified Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
An authentic Art Deco era diamond solitaire engagement ring that checks all the boxes. A finely
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRAFF Promise Round Diamond 1.13ct H-VS1-3Ex Platinum Ring US 3 1/2
By Graff
Located in Tokyo, JP
engagement ring or a meaningful fine jewelry piece.
Diamond, Platinum
Natural Oval Diamond & Blue Sapphire Halo Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
the ring balanced and comfortable on the finger. Suitable for engagement wear, ceremonial functions
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold, W...
$52,000Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Vintage 2 Old Brilliant Cut diamond platinum cocktail ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Presenting a stunning Old European Brilliant & Baguette Cut Diamond Engagement Ring with a total
Diamond, Palladium, Platinum
1.27-ct GIA Diamond Platinum Solitaire Ring Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
solitaire with accents engagement ring is a timeless and sophisticated choice. A single dazzling diamond in
Diamond, Platinum
Yellow Gold Diamond Engagement Ring - 14k Princess .98ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
: I1 Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .28ctw Cut: Baguette Color: G - H Clarity: VS2 -SI1 Total Carats
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Solitaire Diamond and Platinum Ring, 0.81 Carats, Circa 1940
Located in London, GB
A vintage single stone diamond ring, set with a 0.81 carat, E-F colour, VS1 clarity, round
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum Bezel Old Mine Cushion Diamond & Sapphire Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This remarkable art deco period engagement ring was crafted from solid 900 platinum and features a
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum Large Aquamarine and Tapered Baguette diamond ring. APPRAISED Platinum
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
$4,950 Replacement value. Appraisal is included. Large Oval Aquamarine solitaire accented with tapered
Platinum
Engagement Natural Diamond Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
18k ★HIGHLIGHTS★ -Handmade ring featuring a round-cut solitaire flanked by baguette diamonds. -Made
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$148,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 5 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
brilliance of the tapered baguettes, makes this ring a statement of sophistication and grace. Adorn yourself
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid Century 2 Carat Engagement Ring. Old European Cut Diamond Ring Platinum KVS1
Located in New York, NY
Clarity Jewelry Type: Engagement Ring Jewelry Style: Prong Set Ring, Solitaire, Stone Accent Metal
Diamond, Platinum
1.25tcw 14K Round Emerald & Diamond Ring - Rich Green 6-Prong Split Shank Design
Located in Jupiter, FL
Celebrate your love with our enchanting emerald and diamond engagement ring, starring a dazzling 3
Diamond, Emerald
Art Deco 1.20 Ct Emerald Cut Diamond Solitaire Platinum Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Diamond Allure This superb Art Deco period Diamond solitaire ring is 1925 ca. Hand crafted of solid
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Platinum 1950s 1.90 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Boston, MA
A quintessential jewel from a celebrated era, this breathtaking vintage engagement ring dates back
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum GIA Certified 6.73ct Pear Shape Diamond Solitaire Ring D/SI2
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
This platinum diamond ring centers a GIA certified pear shape diamond weighing 6.73 carats, D color
Diamond, Platinum
1930s Antique 1.11 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.11 carat (total) diamond solitaire ring in platinum; part
Diamond, Platinum
White Gold Sapphire Diamond Ring 14k Oval 2.14ctw Engagement
Located in Greensboro, NC
Cut: Baguette Color: F - G Clarity: SI1 - SI2 Total Carats: 2.14ctw Style: Solitaire with Accents
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified Jadeite Jade Diamond Halo Ballerina Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
or 1.03 inches Search our online store for a larger selection of Engagement Rings, Cocktail Rings
Jade, Diamond
Art Deco 3.50 carat diamond engagement ring, circa 1930.
Located in London, GB
Art Deco diamond flanked solitaire ring. Centrally set with a cushion shape old mine diamond, I
Diamond, Platinum
$11,200Sale Price|20% Off
Verragio Radiant Cut Halo Pave White Gold Engagement Ring
By Verragio
Located in Chicago, IL
Presenting an elegant solitaire engagement ring with a total diamond weight of 1.6 carats
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
GIA Certified Natural 2.52ct Cushion Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Aventura, FL
natural diamond engagement ring featuring a 2.52 carat Cushion Modified Brilliant cut diamond of
Diamond, Platinum
$4,376Sale Price / item|20% Off
Natural Diamond 1.71ct Triple Row Marquise Baguette Band Ring 18k White Gold
Located in Diera, AE
, a bold wedding band upgrade, or stacked over a solitaire engagement ring for a fashion-forward
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Simon G. Duchess Semi-Mount Engagement Ring White Gold 18k fits 6.5mm CZ Sz6 1/2
By Simon G Jewelry
Located in Greensboro, NC
: Clear Diameter: 6.5mm Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .43ctw Cut: Baguette & Round Brilliant Color: F - G
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
SCARSELLI 2 Carat Fancy Purple Pink Diamond Solitaire Ring GIA
By SCARSELLI
Located in New York, NY
diamond is VVS1 clarity and is flanked with side white diamond baguettes in Platinum for a classic look
Pink Diamond, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
Emerald Solitaire Natural Diamond Halo Bridal Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
SGL. This emerald-cut diamond ring features a rectangular center composed of step-cut baguette
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1941 Art Deco Nordic Ring 15ct Jade solid 18K Gold ØUS 3.5 / 10 gr
Located in SE
lifestyle, especially important with an engagement ring or other piece that might be worn daily for an
Jade, 18k Gold
Leo Schachter Diamond Engagement Ring - White Gold 14k Princess 1.50ctw
By Leo Schachter
Located in Greensboro, NC
: SI2 Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1.10ctw Cut: Baguette & Round Brilliant Color: H - I Clarity: VS1
Diamond, 14k Gold, White 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.
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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