1 Cts Diamond Pave Eternity Engagement Wedding Anniversary Band White Gold Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
1.00 cts Diamonds GI Color, VS Clarity Very Brilliant & Sparkly Diamonds 14K White Gold Size 7 - Resizable Upon Request
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 14k TT Gold 1.70ctw Channel Ruby & Pave Diamond 5 Band Harem Stack Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Enjoy :) --Stone(s):-- (33) Natural Genuine Rubies - Square Step Cut - Channel Set - Blood Red Color - 1.30 (approx.) (22) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Single Cut - Pave Set - F/G...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Brown Smokey Quartz Black Diamonds Pave Set 14K Gold Statement Earrings
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
A striking and elegant pair of earrings. These earrings feature square-shaped faceted stones with a rich, smoky hue. Each stone is framed by a dark, textured border and accented with...
Black Diamond, Quartz, Yellow Gold
$2,460Sale Price|20% Off
Rose-Cut Diamond Floral Design Ring Made In 14k Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Square shape Pave Diamond Ring with floral design on top.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium, Silver
Unavailable|$3,800
Square Diamond Pave Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful ring is handmade and flaunts round brilliant diamonds pave-set for a total carat weight of 1.20 carat. Set in 18K white gold. 1.20 total carat weight. Size 6.5 (ca...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$5,200 / item
Square Pave Diamond Stacking Rings, 4mm
By Rebecca Myers Design
Located in Baltimore, MD
And all our Square Pave Diamond Stacking rings come in yellow, white, or rose gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Unavailable|$3,750 / item
Square Pave Diamond Stacking Rings, 3mm
By Rebecca Myers Design
Located in Baltimore, MD
And all our Square Pave Diamond Stacking rings come in yellow, white, or rose gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Unavailable|$1,500 / item
Square Pave Diamond Stacking Rings, 2mm
By Rebecca Myers Design
Located in Baltimore, MD
And all our Square Pave Diamond Stacking rings come in yellow, white, or rose gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Unavailable|$17,754 / item
Square Chevalier Signet White Diamond Brilliant Cut Pavè Ring
Located in Valenza, IT
Brighten up the room with this stunning signet ring, designed and handcrafted by a talented artisan in Italy This chevalier ring is entirely covered in brilliant-cut white diamonds f...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$13,020 / item
Square white diamond pavè chevalier ring in 18kt white gold
Located in Valenza, IT
Moreover, the square surface of the ring is expertly pavè set with dazzling round-cut white diamonds (2.01ct), adding a touch of brilliance and sophistication to your look.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$750
Striking Square Pave Diamond Statement Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Vienna, VA
Striking Square Pave Diamond Statement Ring in 14K Pave Diamond Square Ring 14K White Gold Diamond Caret Weight: Apx. 0.50ctw Clarity: I1 - I2 Color: I – J Band Width: 3.5mm Top Of ...
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Unavailable|$15,082
Theo Fennell Square Golden Beryl Pave Diamond Gold Scroll Ring
By Theo Fennell
Located in London, GB
Beautifully hand-crafted from 18ct Yellow Gold and boasting a vibrant 6.25ct Square Golden Beryl, the geometric design of this ring makes it as unusual as it is striking.
Beryl, Diamond, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$4,142
Gilberto Cassola Diamond Pave Rose Gold Square Ring Made in Italy
By Gilberto Cassola
Located in Valenza, AL
Gilberto Cassola 18Kt Rose Gold Square Band Ring with a Paveé Set of White Diamonds. Handmade in Italy in Our Atelier in Valenza (AL) 18Kt Gold g 11.50 G Color Vs Clarity Diamonds ct...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Unavailable|$13,209 / item
Square yellow and white round-cut diamond pavè chevalier ring in 18kt white gold
Located in Valenza, IT
Moreover, the square surface of the ring is expertly pavè set with dazzling yellow diamonds, adding a touch of brilliance and sophistication to your look.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.86 Carat Oval Orange Sapphire Diamond Pavé Ring Flanked with Square Peridots
Located in Bangkok, TH
3.86 Carat Oval Orange Sapphire Ring in 18K Gold Flanked with Square Peridot and Pavé Diamond Gold: 18K Yellow Gold, 8.37 g Diamond: 0.22 ct Orange Sapphire: 3.86 ct Peridot: 1.28 ...
Diamond, Peridot, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$2,027 / item
Cober “Sparkling Square” with 32 Pavé diamonds (E/LZ) 14 Ct Yellow Gold Ring
By Vincent Cober
Located in OSS, NH
This is a Cober Jewellery designer ring with a perfect square and convex bands. In the square are 32 Pavé diamonds (E/LZ).
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$10,475 / item
Square pink sapphires pavè fashion chevalier ring in 18kt rose gold
Located in Valenza, IT
Indulge in the allure of Italian craftsmanship and the radiance of diamonds with our 18kt Rose Gold Square Chevalier Ring.
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Unavailable|$9,000
Sophie Birgitt Geometric Square Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Sophie Birgitt
Located in London, GB
Sophie Birgitt 18k Yellow Gold Geometric Square Diamond Cocktail Ring Pavé Hand set with 58-facet white diamonds extending around the circumference of the ring.
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, ...
Unavailable|$10,000
Sophie Birgitt Geometric Square Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Sophie Birgitt
Located in London, GB
Sophie Birgitt 18k Yellow Gold Geometric Square Diamond Cocktail Ring Pavé Hand set with 58-facet white diamonds extending around the circumference of the ring.
White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Square Cushion Cut Engagement Ring with Pavé Set Halo and Shank in White Gold
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Ladies' square halo engagement ring in 18kt white gold, set with GIA graded 2.10ct G VS1 square cushion brilliant cut diamond surrounded by 0.60ct of micro-pave set diamonds, 3/4 ete...
White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.50 TCW Blue Sapphire Diamond Accent Diamond Cocktail Ring 18 karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat White Gold 1.21 Carat Diamond and 1.29 Carat Blue Sapphire Fine Ring Jewelry Gorgeous design made in 18k white gold accented with approximately 1.29 CT in round cut blue sa...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable
Crownwork Multi Sapphire Disco Ring
Located in New York City, NY
18ct YG Square crown work ring with pave diamonds (0.68cts) and multi colored sapphires (6.30cts) set in oxidized silver
O Fiesh 18 Karat Yellow Gold Square Pave Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: O Fiesh Material: 18K yellow gold Diamond: 38 round cut = 1.50cttw Color: G Clarity: VS Ring Size: 4.5 Weight: 8.51 grams
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Square Pave Diamond Large White Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Square Pave Diamond Large Ring by Cartier.
Diamond, White Gold
Natural Diamond Pave Square 14 Karat Ring In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k White Gold 0.60 Carat Natural Diamond Pave Square Ring This square ring is a cool and modern piece of jewelry.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
18 KWG Square Pave Set Diamond Ring by Christophe Danhier
By Christophe Danhier
Located in Troy, MI
18 KWG beautifully and uniquely designed pave Diamond square ring. This ring is set with 5.72 Cttw of diamonds wrapped in a square design with a natural feeling on the skin.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Natural Diamond Pave Square 18-Karat Fashion Ring In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18k White Gold Natural Diamond Pave Square Ring This is a super versatile natural diamond fashion ring.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Double Squares Diamond Pave Mounting Ring CRR8249
Located in Southampton, PA
This mounting ring is glamorous and dazzling. The ring is made of 18K white gold and is diamond pave with a total of ~.93CT of diamonds.
Diamond, White Gold
LB Exclusive 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Pave Square Cushion Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This elegant piece is presented by and it is beautifully made of stylish 18K white gold, boasting an exceptionally refined appeal. The ring is embellished with scintillating diamond...
Diamond, White Gold
Extraordinary 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Pave Square Mounting Ring LBD-067822
Located in Southampton, PA
This mounting ring is gorgeous and opulent. The ring is made of 18K white gold and is diamond pave with ~1.87CT of diamonds.
Diamond, White Gold
Square Pave Diamond Cocktail Ring Estate 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant estate cocktail ring, crafted in 18 karat white gold. Round brilliant cut diamonds are pave set into the mount and total an estimated 1.46 carats (estimated at I-J color an...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.25 Carat Round Brilliant Pave Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Square Top Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Beautiful modern pave diamond square ring fashioned in 14 karat white gold.
Diamond, White Gold
Modern Pave Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Square Top Floral Design Band Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The modern pave diamond 14 karat yellow gold square top floral design ring is a stunning piece of jewelry that combines contemporary design with classic elegance.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold 0.54ct Star Pave Diamond Squared Wide Eternity Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (9) Natural Genuine Diamonds- Round Brilliant Cut - 8 Outside, 1 Inside - Star Pave Set - G/H Color - VS1-SI1 Clarity - 0.54ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Go...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
2.60 CTW White & Champagne Pavé Diamond 18K Rose Gold Square Modern Band Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Beautiful diamond band ring crafted in 18 karat rose gold. The modern square band features 130 white and champagne diamonds weighing approximately 2.60 CTW. The band measures 5mm in ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Beautiful 1.16ct Double Excellent Ideal Cut Diamonds Pave Ring
Located in רמת גן, IL
Beautiful 1.16ct Double Excellent Ideal Cut Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - GIA Certified This elegant pave ring features a breathtaking 1.01-carat square-cut diamond, showc...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Rose Gold Pave Diamond Rounded Square Eternity Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 14K rose gold Diamonds: 132 round brilliant diamonds= 2.49cttw Color: G Clarity: VS Ring Size: 6 (allow up to two additional business days for sizing requests) Weight: 6.7...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Dazzling 1.32ct Natural Diamond Pave Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Immerse yourself in luxury with this exquisite 18K white gold ring, featuring a stunning 1.1 carat princess-cut natural diamond as the main stone, boasting an E color grade and VS2 c...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Dazzling 1.11ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 14k White Gold - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Dazzling 1.11ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 14k White Gold - GIA Certified Crafted in luxurious 14k white gold, this exquisite pave ring features a stunning 1.01ct square diamond as its c...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Lustrous 1.04ct Diamond Pave Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Lustrous 1.04ct Diamond Pave Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - GIA Certified A stunning 18k yellow gold diamond pave ring featuring a classic 1.01-carat square-shaped center stone. 6 sparkl...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Exquisite 0.84ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Exquisite 0.84ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified This exquisite 0.84-carat diamond ring, set in luxurious 18k white gold, is a true symbol of elegance and refin...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Stunning 1.20ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k Rose Gold - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Stunning 1.20ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k Rose Gold - GIA Certified This captivating 18k rose gold ring features a stunning 1.10ct square-cut diamond as its centerpiece, offering ex...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Beautiful 1.38ct Sapphires and Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Beautiful 1.38ct Sapphires and Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified Add a touch of feminine charm with this captivating 18k white gold pave ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sold|$24,500
Cartier Pave Diamond White Gold Large Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Square Pave Diamond Large Ring by Cartier.
Diamond, White Gold
Beautiful 1.17ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Beautiful 1.17ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - GIA Certified Crafted from the finest 18k yellow gold, this exquisite pave ring features a majestic 1.02-carat square-cut di...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Stylish 1.21ct Diamonds Vintage Style Pave Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI
Located in רמת גן, IL
Stylish 1.21ct Diamonds Vintage Style Pave Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified Embrace luxury with this exquisite 18k yellow gold pave ring, featuring a stunning 1.06-carat squa...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Yurman Petite Albion Ring with Amethyst and Pavé Diamonds Sterling Silver
By David Yurman
Located in Baltimore, MD
David Yurman Petite Albion® Ring with Amethyst and Pavé Natural Diamonds Sterling Silver Metal: Sterling silver Weight: 6.04 grams Diamonds: Approx. .17 CTW G-H VS round natural diam...
Amethyst, Diamond, Sterling Silver
Timeless 1.30ct Double Excellent Ideal Cut Diamonds Pave Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Timeless 1.30ct Double Excellent Ideal Cut Diamonds Pave Ring in 14k Yellow Gold - HRD Certified Elevate your style with this exquisite 14k yellow gold pave ring, featuring a stunni...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.23ct Red Oregon Sunstone with Diamond Pave Band 14K Rose Gold Engagement Ring
By Aurora Designer
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ Solid 14K rose gold ring set with an rectangle-shaped reddish orange Oregon sunstone in the center with a diamond pave band ♥ The overall setting measures 6.2mm wide, 8.1mm in leng...
Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Antique 14k TT Gold 1.70ctw Channel Ruby & Pave Diamond 5 Band Harem Stack Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Enjoy :) --Stone(s):-- (33) Natural Genuine Rubies - Square Step Cut - Channel Set - Blood Red Color - 1.30 (approx.) (22) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Single Cut - Pave Set - F/G...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
18k Yellow Gold Three Stone Pave Ring w/ 2.82ct Natural Diamonds IGI Certificate
Located in רמת גן, IL
An elegant cluster ring with a dazzling 1.75 carat square cushion natural diamond. It has 1.07 carat of side diamonds which add more to its elegance. The jewelry is made of 18K Yello...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
80s Vintage 1ct Diamond Ring Wide Square Band Sz 6.5 18k Yellow Gold Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage pave diamond square ring (circa 1980s) crafted in 18 karat yellow gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$1,120
Rose-Cut Diamond Floral Design Ring
Located in New York, NY
Square shape Pave Diamond Ring with floral design on top.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rhodium, Silver, Yellow Gold
Estate Pave White Diamond and Ruby Square Heart Shape Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful estate ring in the shape of a heart. This ring has 1.20 ct. of good quality, white, and bright diamond rounds in pave as well as 0.41 ct. of bright red ruby squares.
White Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Ruby Diamond Pave Square Dome 14K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Three carats of cheerful and bright fuchsia round faceted full cut rubies accented with an artful brush stroke of diamond pave decorate the square shaped head of this fourteen karat ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
EFFY Collection Black and White Diamond Pave Square Ring 2.02 Carat Total
By Effy
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 6.5 Brilliant black and white pave diamond cocktail ring by Effy fills the finger with modern glamour. Ring size: 6.5 Weight: 8.00 grams Metal: 14 Karat White Gold Natur...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Pave Diamond Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Square Octagonal Cocktail Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
The center mounted pave diamonds are set into a slightly raised pillow style square mount, framed by an octagonal outer mount.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow 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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