6.06 Carat Rectangular Step Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with a GIA certified Rectangular Step cut Diamond at the center weighing 6.06 carat, L color, VS2 clarity, GIA #5171797007. The ring also features 4 accent...
Diamond, Platinum
Circa 1920s Platinum GIA 1.21ct Antique Step Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1920s Item Details: Ring Size: 8 (Resizable) Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.4 grams Center Diamond Details: GIA Report#:1236289611 Weight: 1.21ct total...
Diamond, Platinum
.50 Carat Step Cut Diamond Halo Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
.50ct diamond engagement ring. Step cut square center diamond with a halo of round diamonds and princess cut accent diamonds along the shank in a 14k yellow gold setting. 1 step cut...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby and Oval Step Cut Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum
By MOGULDIAM INC
Located in New York, NY
Unique white oval step cut diamond and ruby diamond ring in platinum. The details are as follows : Oval diamond weight : 1.35 carat ( JK color and VS 1 clarity ) Small diamond weig...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Retro 1943 Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Stepped Vintage Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old European cut diamond weighing approximately 0.16 carat total G color with VS2 clarity - set with tri-split prongs in a square form head With a stepped bombé surround...
Diamond, Platinum
$46,800Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 3 Carat Step Cut Diamond Three-Stone Platinum Engagement Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
The centerpiece is a magnificent natural diamond in a unique mixed step cut, boasting an E color grade and SI1 clarity, weighing approximately 2 carats.
Diamond, Platinum
Colombian No Oil Emerald Octagonal Step Cut And Diamond Engagement Ring GIA
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Colombian no oil emerald octagonal step cut and diamond engagement ring in platinum.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1920s Platinum Art Deco Antique Step Cut Diamond Engagement Ring - VEG#32
Located in Hicksville, NY
1920s Platinum Art Deco Antique Step Cut Diamond Engagement Ring - VEG#32 Item Details: Year: 1920s Ring Size: 7.5 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.8grams Ce...
Diamond, Platinum
Emerald Cut London Blue Topaz & Step Diamond Engagement 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This gorgeous ring features a striking London blue topaz set between step design diamonds set shoulders. With a total 12 diamonds, this exquisite ring is a wonderful addition to your...
Diamond, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
1920s Art Deco Platinum 1.13ct GIA Antique Step Cut Emerald Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1920s Item Details: Ring Size: 5.5 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.2 grams Center Diamond Details: GIA Report#:7235204220 Weight: 1.13ct total weight Cu...
Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco 0.50 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Stepped Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old European cut diamond weighing approximately 0.26 carat - H color with VS2 clarity. Bead set in a square form head and flanked by stepped shoulders. Accented by bead ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
CERTIFIED 5.14 Carat Step Cut Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Showcases a CERTIFIED step-cut blue sapphire unheated weighing 5.14 carats, surrounded by a single row of 64 round brilliant diamonds all over in a seamless halo design. Set in a pla...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond 18 Karat Gold Vintage Stepped Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old European cut diamond weighing approximately 0.36 carat total - I color with SI1 clarity Bead set in a square form head and flanked by pierced stepped shoulders with ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond 18K White Gold Vintage Stepped Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old European cut diamond weighing approximately 1.10 carat total - H color with SI2 clarity Bead set in a square form head and flanked by stepped "Ziggurat" style should...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Flat Step Cut Diamond ring, ca. 1900
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A timeless flat antique step cut diamond ring, ca. 1900, in platinum, featuring a unique central diamond, flanked by two diamond baguettes.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 0.36 CTW Diamond Platinum Vintage Stepped Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a transitional cut diamond weighing approximately 0.18 carat I color with I clarity - bead set in a milgrain square form head Flanked by pierced stepped shoulders bead set ...
Diamond, Platinum
Aquamarine and emerald step diamond engagement ring in platinum.
Located in London, GB
Large aquamarine round shaped blue vivid colour with emerald step cut diamonds trilogy engagement or cocktail ring in platinum.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Yellow Step Cut Oval Diamond Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the captivating brilliance of this Yellow Step Cut Oval Diamond Halo Ring, a perfect blend of sophistication and elegance. The ring features a 0.3 carat natural yellow ste...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Step Cut Diamond Ring, circa 1930.
Located in London, GB
Art Deco step cut diamond ring. Set with one rectangular step cut diamond, E colour, VS2 clarity, with a weight of 2.07 carats in an open back claw setting, further set with four rec...
Diamond, Platinum
Hexagon Step Cut Diamond French Cut Blue Sapphire Art Deco Style Halo Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Discover the perfect blend of elegance and timeless beauty with this 1.03 Ct. Diamond and French Cut Blue Sapphire Art Deco Style Halo Ring. The stunning diamond shines at the center...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Flanked Solitaire Step Cut Diamond Ring, circa 1925
Located in London, GB
Art Deco flanked solitaire step cut diamond ring. Set with one rectangular step cut diamond, J colour, VS1 clarity, with an approximate weight of 3.52 carats in an open back claw set...
Diamond, Platinum
18 Carat Gold French Ring Set with Step Cut Diamond
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A simple and clean 18 carat gold ring with an step cut diamond (2.00 carat, J, VS2) set in a box setting with prongs, France. weight: 3.80 grams ring size: 16.5 mm / 6 US width: 6.5...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$224,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 7.60 Carat Fancy Yellow Internally Flawless Step Cut Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
You are viewing an exceptional GIA Certified 7.60 carat Fancy Yellow diamond ring, centered by a natural cut-cornered rectangular step-cut diamond of outstanding quality.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$136,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 5.02 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Step-Cut Diamond Baguette Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This refined three-stone ring showcases a 5.02 carat cut-cornered rectangular step-cut Fancy Intense Yellow diamond, certified by GIA, elegantly set with two precisely matched tapere...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Platinum Vivid Emerald Step Carre Cut Diamond Sides Pyramid Style Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (1) Natural Genuine Emerald - Emerald Cut - Prong Set - Vivid Green Color - 5.796 x 5.34mm (approx.) - 1.0ct (approx.) (4) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Step Cut - Prong Se...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Platinum 1.55ctw Rich Green Long Emerald Cut w/ Diamond Step Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (1) Natural Genuine Emerald - Emerald Cut - Prong Set - Rich Green Color - 8x5.5mm - 1.25ctw (exact) (6) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Square Step Cut - Channel Set - F/G C...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Rectangle Emerald Cut Purple Violet Amethyst & Diamond Step 14K Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Beautifully crafted in yellow gold, this gorgeous ring features a striking amethyst set between step design diamonds set shoulders. With a total 12 diamonds, this exquisite ring is a...
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rectangle Emerald Cut Red Rhodolite & Diamond Step Shoulder 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Beautifully crafted in gold, this gorgeous ring features a striking rhodolite set between step design diamonds set shoulders. With a total 12 diamonds, this exquisite ring is a wonde...
Diamond, Rhodolite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum 0.34ctw Old Cut Diamond Dainty Step Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - Center Stone - Prong Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamond - 0.30ct (approx.) (6) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Single Cu...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 4.38 Carat Step-Cut Diamond Flanked Solitaire Ring, circa 1930
Located in London, GB
Art Deco step-cut diamond flanked solitaire ring. Centrally set with a rectangular step-cut diamond, G colour, VS1 clarity, with a weight of 4.38 carats in an open back claw setting,...
Diamond, Platinum
9.86 Carat Rectangular Step Cut Diamond Ring with 6.20 Carat Half-Moon Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with a GIA certified Rectangular Step cut Diamond weighing 9.86 carats, W-X Range Light Brown color, VS1 clarity, GIA #6187176982. The ring features...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
22 Karat Gold Hammered Ring Set with Step Cut Ruby 4.17 Carat
By Malcolm Betts
Located in London, GB
22ct gold 6mm flat hammered ring set with step cut ruby 4.17cts handmade in Notting Hill London by British jewellery designer Malcolm Betts. This ruby set in 22Karat gold embodies t...
Ruby, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
$44,000Sale Price|20% Off
2.80 Carat GIA Lozenge Step Cut Diamond Bezel Solitaire Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
A statement of modern elegance and architectural beauty, this exceptional solitaire ring showcases a 2.80 carat Natural Lozenge Step Cut Diamond, masterfully secured in a sleek 18K Y...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.7 Carat Green Amethyst Ring White Gold Square Step Cut Solitaire Art Deco
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a radiant 3.7 Carat Square Step Cut fine Green Amethyst ring. The gorgeous antique Hollywood Regency - Art Deco Ring in 10 Karat White Gold has a wonderful 3.7 carat squa...
Amethyst, Gold, White Gold, 10k Gold
$5,800Sale Price|20% Off
1.04 Carat Natural Emerald Step-Cut Emerald Ring with 0.54 Carat of Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
A 1.04 Carat Natural Emerald Step-Cut Emerald Ring with 0.54 carats of Diamonds made in Platinum. Gross Weight: 7.17 grams.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Peter Suchy GIA 9.65 Octagon Cut Alexandrite Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Peter Suchy emerald step-cut 7.68ct natural alexandrite engagement ring with D color emerald-cut diamonds.
Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Amethyst Cabochon Diamond Platinum Vintage Stepped Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a sugarloaf shaped amethyst cabochon measuring 11.0 x 13.5 mm Transparent medium purple in color with natural black speckle inclusions Set with wide tab-like prongs and fla...
Amethyst, Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Amethyst Cabochon Diamond Platinum Vintage Stepped Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a sugarloaf shaped amethyst cabochon measuring 11.0 x 13.5 mm Transparent medium purple in color with natural black speckle inclusions Set with wide tab-like prongs and fla...
Amethyst, Diamond, Platinum
Peter Suchy 2.12 Carat Diamond Rose Gold Modern Triangle Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Unique triangle step cut diamond engagement ring. At the center of this spectacular ring is a triangular step cut 2.12ct diamond mounted in a handmade 18k rose gold setting.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Peter Suchy GIA 2.30 Carat Octagonal Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Octagonal Art Deco step emerald step cut sapphire and diamond engagement ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Platinum
Peter Suchy 1.88 Carat Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Emerald step cut diamond three-stone engagement. This ring features a dazzling 1.53 carat diamond, beautifully framed by two complementary bullet cut side diamonds in a classic three...
Diamond, Platinum
2.00ct Diamond baguette emerald green trilogy engagement ring in platinum.
Located in London, GB
2.00ct Diamond baguette emerald green trilogy engagement ring in platinum. Gorgeous green Colombian emerald princess cushion shaped with two baguette diamond step cut on the side tr...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Peter Suchy GIA Certified 1.11 Carat Diamond Halo Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Emerald step cut center diamond engagement ring. GIA certified Emerald step cut 1.11ct center stone with a halo of round diamonds accented with 2 trapezoid Deco step cut side diamond...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 3.67 Carat Violet Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Emerald step cut sapphire and diamond engagement ring. GIA certified natural violet blue Sapphire center stone set in a platinum setting with 6 emerald cut baguette accent diamonds. ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Square Emerald with Diamond Stepped Shoulder Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Make a bold statement with this Square Emerald and Diamond Art Deco Style Stepped Shoulder Engagement Ring. A striking square-cut emerald sits at the center, framed by a stepped desi...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
5.01 Carat Cut Cornered Square Step Cut Solitaire Engagement Ring
By Shreve, Crump & Low
Located in Chestnut Hill, MA
Cut Cornered Square Step Cut Solitaire Diamond Ring with Pave Halo and Shank. This ring features a center F color VS1 clarity cut cornered square step cut diamond measuring 9.28x9.1...
Diamond, Platinum
Betteridge 4.32 Carat Cut-Cornered Rectangular Step-Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Betteridge
Located in Greenwich, CT
Diamond engagement ring, showcasing a colorless cut-cornered rectangular step-cut diamond weighing 4.32 carats (D-color/VS2-clarity), in an elegant claw-set 8-prong mounting with spl...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Emerald Cut Blue Topaz with Stepped Shoulders, Engagement or Cocktail Ring
Located in Sydney CBD, AU
Emerald cut Blue Topaz with geometric stepped shoulders in 14k gold. Art Deco in style however we are calling this estate or vintage as opposed to an original Deco piece based on t...
Topaz, 14k Gold
Vintage 1930s Marquise Step-Cut Onyx 10k Gold Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Champions State Gate, FL
This vintage Art Deco ring is crafted with 10k yellow gold and features a marquise step cut onyx solitaire stone and stylish Art Deco design
Onyx, 10k Gold
2.52ct Octagonal Step-Cut Diamond Ring 'E/VVS2'
By Betteridge
Located in Greenwich, CT
Diamond engagement ring, centering an exceptional colorless octagonal step-cut diamond weighing 2.52 carats with nlue sapphire trapezoid-cut sapphire shoulders, mounted in platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
Step Emerald Cut White Diamond Engagement Baguette Shoulders J VS 1.60 TW Ring
Located in London, GB
A Step Cut Bright White Diamond With Baguette Cut Channel Set Shoulder Diamonds Total weight of 1.60ct est with a 1.15ct Principal Diamond It is J Colour VS Clarity Can Be siz...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Natural Kunzite 37.98 Carats Octagonal Step Cut Certified
Located in Auckland, NZ
A loose octagonal step cut natural kunzite 37.98 carats in weight 15.6 x 19.9 x 14.1 mm in size Medium light purplish quality Very good colour quality Eye clean 70% brilliance, 1...
Kunzite
Square Step Cut Diamond Platinum Eternity Ring
Located in Edinburgh, GB
An exceptional handmade platinum half eternity ring consisting of five square step cut diamonds, weighing 1.98 carats in total. Each diamond has been certified by the GIA (Gemolo...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum 2.87 Modified Hexagon Step Cut Diamond 5-Stone Ring
Located in Dallas, TX
From the Eiseman Estate Jewelry Collection, this unique platinum 5-stone engagement ring showcases a GIA certified 2.87 carat modified hexagon step cut diamond with E coloring and VV...
Diamond, Platinum
Neil Lane Couture Design Square Step-Cut Diamond, Platinum Ring
By Neil Lane
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Centering upon a stately cut-cornered square step-cut diamond, also known as an Asscher-cut, weighing 2.10 cts., F Color & VS1 Clarity, set in a hand engraved platinum Neil Lane desi...
Diamond, Platinum
Neil Lane Couture Step-Cut Diamond, Platinum Ring
By Neil Lane Couture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An elegant solitaire ring, highlighted by a step-cut diamond, also known as an Asscher-cut, with refined faceted angles and geometrically-cut corners, weighing 3.01 cts., F Color & S...
Diamond, Platinum
2.02 Carat Elongated Lozenge Step Cut Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Divine Lozenge-Shaped Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold – GIA Certified Striking in both silhouette and brilliance, this Lozenge-shaped diamond ring is a bold and elegant statement. T...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 10.03 Rectangular Step, Carre Cut VVS1 Diamond
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
GIA Certified 10.03 Rectangular Step, Carre Cut Diamond This step cut diamond has eight lines running down the sides drawing your attention to the center of the stone. It also has ...
Diamond, White Diamond
3.16 Carat Diamond Illusion Setting Step Cut Ring 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
This is an elegant and classy ring that makes a beautiful gift; it’s illustrated table size looks as grand as a 10 Carat Diamond! Crafted on 18 Karat White Gold, this invisible sett...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.2 Carat Emerald Diamond Ring VVS 14K White Gold
Located in Mumbai, IN
Alexander Ovechkin · The same obsession that refines technique informs this $45000 step cut engagement ring: every emerald cut angle considered, every emerald green nuance tested, un...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Gia Certified 2.26 Ct Ruby Set in Platinum with 1.02 Ct Step-Cut Diamonds Ring
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Rubies are known as the king of gemstone and are more rare than diamonds, they also represent love and passion, and make perfect engagement rings or July birthstone gifts. Details 1...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage Circa 1990s Ruby & Diamond Stepped Dress Ring 14 Carat Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Crafted in 14-carat gold, the Kristie Ring showcases the beauty of deep red rubies and shimmering diamonds. Its elegant design and vibrant colors make it a perfect gift for any occas...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Cut Moissanite Ring Unique Art Deco Engagement Ring The Mirror Palace.
Located in Hertsliya, IL
A beautiful celebration of step cut diamond dainty and delicate engagement ring.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Cut Diamond Ring Unique Art Deco Engagement Ring The Mirror Palace
Located in Hertsliya, IL
A beautiful celebration of step cut diamond dainty and delicate engagement ring.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
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Beautiful Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Brilliant emerald step- cut diamond engagement ring. Center stone is 1.62 cts (and looks larger in person).
Diamond, Platinum
2.43 Carat Step Cut GIA Certified Colombian Emerald Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Palermo, IT
White 18 kt. Gold Engagement Ring, with GIA certified step cut Colombia Emerald, 2.43 ct.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 3.48 Carats Old Euro Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Classic three stone Old European Cut diamond ring ; Center diamond; 3.48 carats K SI1 GIA #6382687923 set in Platinum with 0.60 carats tapered baguette step cut diamonds.
Diamond, Platinum
Stepped French Cut Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Boston, MA
A beautiful stepped design diamond and sapphire engagement ring in luxurious platinum.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Certified Art Deco Style Diamond Step Cut Engagement Ring Set in Platinum
Located in London, England
A simply beautiful Art Deco Style cut cornered rectangular step cut diamond engagement ring, set in platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 2.82 Carat Antique Cushion Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Jack Weir and Sons
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
About The Piece: Are you looking for a statement step cut engagement ring? Consider this striking Jack Weir and Sons GIA Antique Cushion Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Tiffany & Co. GIA Diamond Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
About The Piece: The most stunning step cut engagement ring. Signed by the beloved Tiffany & Co.
Diamond, Platinum
Emerald Step Cut Diamond Engagement Halo Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Original Art Deco Emerald step cut center diamond and trapezoid diamonds in a brand new Peter Suchy octagonal rectangular top triple halo design solid Platinum ring. Classic beauty. ...
Diamond, Platinum
Mid Century step cut diamond platinum engagement ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
At the center rests an octagonal step cut diamond weighing 0.55 carat, graded H in color and VS in clarity.
Diamond, Platinum
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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