Angara 14K Gold Round Diamond Cathedral Solitaire Engagement Ring
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: This engagement ring, crafted in 14k yellow gold, is perfect for those who
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
$4,875Sale Price|25% Off
0.5ct GIA Princess-Cut Diamond Cathedral Solitaire Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
natural pavé diamonds Metal: 18K white gold Ring Style: Solitaire cathedral setting Band Style: Reverse
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
J. Birnbach 5.71 carat GIA GVVS2 Emerald Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
This classic solitaire engagement ring by J. Birnbach features a spectacular 5.71 carat emerald cut
Diamond, Platinum
0.50ct Diamond G/VS (6-claw set) Solitaire Engagement Ring in Platinum 950.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
& eternally popular design, makes this piece an absolutely ideal choice for engagement ring...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 2.14 Carat Princess Cut Solitaire Four-Prong Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** With an enchanting allure, this diamond ring
Diamond, Platinum
$2,520Sale Price|40% Off
Art Deco 0.86ct Light Yellow Diamond Engraved Engagement Filigree Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A captivating old mine cut yellow diamond solitaire antique engagement ring. This original, 100
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA 0.75 Carat Princess Cut Solitaire Four-Prong 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
. The tapered band gracefully ascends toward the center stone, reminiscent of a cathedral silhouette
Diamond, White Gold
Reverse Taper Oval Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
By Concierge Diamonds Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This reverse tapered engagement ring has a built-in (raised, cathedral) style setting and can be
Diamond
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. in a cathedral setting with tapered soft tapered shoulders. Estimated weight of gold is 2 gr. We
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.88ct Oval Muzo Emerald And Diamond Engagement Ring
By Harlin Jones
Located in Sydney, NSW
white gold alternative engagement ring, drawing attention with its rich green hue and overall excellent
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Edwardian Platinum 1.0 Carat Solitaire Diamond Cathedral Shank Engagement Ring
Located in Addison, TX
Here we have a simple elegant Edwardian solitaire engagement ring. The old European cut diamond
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum 1.25Ct Diamond Vintage Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Addison, TX
This art deco solitaire ring is a beauty. Crafted in platinum, the simple and classic cathedral
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring 1.3 Carat Solitaire Edwardian Style
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
The Sugar Land antique old mine cut diamond engagement ring. This 1.32 carat solitaire is an
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum Solitaire Old Euro Diamond w/Sapphires Accents Engagement Ring
Located in Addison, TX
tapering to 1.85mm at shank Finger to Top of Ring: 6.54mm Center Diamond Details: Shape: Old European Cut
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Certified 3 Carat Oval Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
The Beverly Hills 3 carat oval diamond solitaire engagement ring is a most impressive find. The
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian Platinum 2.02ct Bow Motif Hand Made Vintage Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Addison, TX
breath away. Crafted in platinum this ring had survived the test of time. The flowing swirling design
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 14K Gold Hand Made Antique Solitaire Blue Star Sapphire Engagement Ring
Located in Addison, TX
art, with interlocking links and cathedral shanks this ring is a stunner. In the center of the bezel
Star Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 14k Oval Sapphire Ring 3.34ct
Located in Narberth, PA
shoulders are beveled to complete the simple yet elegant design. The shank of the ring is tapered and
Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
2.88 Carat Oval Cut Ruby and Diamond Engagement Ring, 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Greensboro, NC
The bride who dreams of something unique will be enchanted with this engagement ring! Fashioned in
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Yellow Gold with Platinum Diamond Solitaire, circa 1930s
Located in Addison, TX
Description: Here we have a 1930's Art Deco yellow gold with platinum topped prongs, cathedral
Diamond
1.89 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Ring, 14 Karat White Gold Milgrain GIA
Located in Greensboro, NC
Dreams come true with this gorgeous engagement ring! Fashioned in popular 14k white gold, this
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Hessonite Garnet in Platinum Solitaire Ring with Pavé Diamond Shoulders
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This is simple little engagement ring makes a great delivery system for a vivid hessonite garnet
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Hessonite, Platinum
Antique 1.40 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Solitaire 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
is set in a solitaire engagement ring setting believed to be from the mid 1900s. The stunning center
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Diamond Ring, 14 Karat Round Brilliant 1.89 Carat Milgrain GIA
Located in Greensboro, NC
Dreams come true with this gorgeous engagement ring! Fashioned in popular 14k white gold, this
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ideal Princess Diamond Celebration Grand Certified Solitaire Engagement Ring
By Zales
Located in Columbia, MO
: White Gold Ideal Princess Diamond Celebration Grand Solitaire Engagement Ring .50 carat ideal princess
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Regal Elegance 1.06 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Solitaire Platinum Engagement
Located in Metairie, LA
and never worn. Part of the exclusive Regal Elegance Collection. This solitaire style engagement
Diamond, Platinum
1.25 Carat Princess Diamond Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Columbia, MO
This stunning solitaire engagement ring features a beautiful 1.25 carat princess cut diamond. This
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
18K Gold & Platinum Vintage Solitaire Diamond Ring
Located in Venice, CA
A lovely vintage solitaire diamond ring in a classic setting. The diamond is raised on a six prong platinum setting and has a minimal carriage so it can let a lot of light through an...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
1920s Antique 4.32 Carat Garnet and 1.08 Carat Diamond White Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 4.32 carat garnet and 1.08 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold Art Deco pendant; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collect...
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Mine Cut Diamond & French Cut Ruby Bow Motif Engagement Ring Platinum
Located in Boston, MA
An elegant engagement ring featuring a 0.62-carat old mine-cut diamond, with a clarity of VS2 and a color grade of I. The diamond is set in a refined platinum mounting in the shape ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
3.80tdw GIA Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Cincinnati, OH
WOW this a great ring!- GIA Certified!! 3-stone platinum mounting with approximately 3.80 total diamond weight (estimated). Handmade with serial number 35007 inside band Middle emera...
Diamond, Platinum
$824Sale Price / item|20% Off
Natural Pink Sapphire Pinky Dome Ring Birthday Gift in 14k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural Pink Sapphire Pinky Dome Ring in 14K Gold featuring natural pink sapphire of 0.19 carat. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style. Sapphire stimulates concentratio...
Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$39,000Sale Price|25% Off
GIA Certified 3.37 Carat H-IF Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Lucerne, CH
Classic nice solitaire white gold 750 ring. Set in four double prongs with 1 stunning 3.37 ct emerald cut diamond of H-if quality. The diamond is accompanied with a GIA certificate. ...
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold Stamped, Victorian Ruby & Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ruby & Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1890 Makers Mark B H Introducing a stunning 18ct gold Victorian five-stone ring, featuring alternating natural rubies and d...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Marquise Diamond & Calibrated Sapphire, Art Deco-Style Fancy Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Diamond & Sapphire Ring Platinum Tested Circa 2000 Discover the elegance of this stunning Art Deco-inspired platinum ring, crafted to the highest quality standards. The centrepie...
Diamond, Sapphire
$1,762 / item
W 0.2 in L 0.2 in
IGI Certified 14K White Gold 1.0 Cttw Solitaire Natural Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Embrace timeless elegance with these IGI-certified 14K white gold stud earrings, each cradling a brilliant round-cut natural diamond that radiates with an inner fire. With a combined...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum, Edwardian Amethyst and Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Amethyst Ring 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum Tested Circa 1910 This stunning Edwardian-era ring features an exquisite emerald-cut amethyst set in a platinum open work setting...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1920s Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Deco Engagement Ring 1 ct+ w/ appraisal
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a stunning, bright white, European cut diamond engagement ring, made in platinum, from the 1920s. The centerstone of this ring is a .66 carat, G-H color, VS2 clarity Old Euro...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Diamond & Sapphire Band Style Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
Wed always love the combination of diamonds & sapphires!! Ring Details Material: 14K Yellow & White Gold Era: Art Deco 1920 - 1940 Head Width: 4.2mm Head Height: 4.1mm Shank Width: ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$9,600Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.01 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
A refined tribute to antique elegance, this exceptional engagement ring centers around a GIA-certified 1.01 carat Old Mine Brilliant Cut diamond, celebrated for its romantic faceting...
Diamond, Platinum
1927 Ring 1ctw natural Diamond Sapphire solid 18K Gold Platinum ØUS 7.75/1.3gr
Located in SE
Art - Deco period Ring with band in solid 18 k Yellow Gold with top of the crown and parts of the shoulders in Platinum featuring two old European diamond cut Diamonds Ø 3.75 mm x 2....
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Unavailable|$27,000
5.60 Carat Ashoka-cut Diamond Platinum Eternity Band
By Kwiat
Located in New York, NY
Crafted by Kwiat, the Ashoka-cut Diamond Platinum Eternity Wedding Band is a modern masterpiece symbolizing enduring love. Featuring 19 modified cushion-cut (also known in the trade ...
Diamond, Platinum
$3,998Sale Price|27% Off
Antique Art Deco Platinum GIA 1.32ctw Old Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old Circular Cut - Dual Prong Set - G Color - SI1 Clarity - 0.97ct (exact - certified) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Inf...
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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