Colombian Emerald & Diamond Platinum Ring, Gübelin Certified
Located in New York, NY
Bold yet graceful, this exceptional platinum ring centers a rare 5.05-carat Colombian emerald, certified by the world-renowned Gübelin Gem Lab. Cut in a crisp octagonal step cut, the...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1.5 Carat Fancy Yellow Cushion Diamond Engagement Ring
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
This 1.5-carat Fancy Yellow cushion-cut diamond engagement ring is a truly unique and elegant choice for celebrating your love story. The GIA-certified center diamond showcases a rad...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 18ct Gold Diamond Trilogy Crossover Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Engagement Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1980’s Makers Mark R G Lovely, vintage diamond ring. Set with with modern brilliant cut diamonds, mounted on an 18ct yellow gold...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Diamond and Ruby Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian 0.55 carat Diamond and 0.80 carat ruby, 15 karat yellow gold three stone/trilogy ring; part of our diverse Victorian jewelry collect...
Diamond, Ruby, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
18kt White Gold Toi et Moi Ring with Diamonds & Emerald
Located in Aventura, FL
This elegant Toi et Moi ring is crafted in 18kt white gold and showcases a beautiful pairing of a natural pear-shaped emerald with approximately 1.05 carats total weight alongside a ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, Edwardian Diamond Twist Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Twist Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1910 This beautiful 18ct gold and platinum ring boasts a timeless twist style, featuring three stunning diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
12.61 Carat Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning vintage 12.61 carat blue and yellow sapphire, 0.22 carat diamond and 9 karat yellow gold, 9 karat white gold set cocktail ring; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry collec...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
3ct Fancy Yellow Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
This elegant 3-carat Fancy Yellow three-stone engagement ring combines timeless beauty with rare sophistication.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
3 Carat Greenish Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring - Rare Colors
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
At the heart of this exquisite three-stone engagement ring is a stunning 3.02-carat fancy greenish-yellow radiant-cut diamond.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Rose Gold, Platinum
Rare Colors - 3.48ct Fancy Yellow Cushion Diamond Engagement Ring
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite 3.48-carat Fancy Yellow three-stone engagement ring is a stunning fusion of rare beauty and expert craftsmanship.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
2.22ct Fancy Deep Brown-Pink Pear Diamond Ring with Blue Diamonds - Rare Colors
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
Together, these three GIA-certified diamonds form a design that is as bold as it is elegant.
Blue Diamond, Pink Diamond, Rose Gold, Platinum
Georgian green paste diamonds ring in 18 karat gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Georgian green paste diamonds ring in 18 karat gold. This antique ring features a flat-cut oval green glass crystal on a paillon setting. It reflects a beautiful, intense color. The ...
Diamond, Gold
1920s Diamond and Yellow Gold Trilogy Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 1920s 0.62 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold, 18 karat white gold set trilogy twist ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections. This fine and i...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.5 Carat Marquise Statement Champagne Sophistication Signature Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 1.5 carats, marquise, statement ring, diamond ring. A connoisseur-led design where the face-up stays calm, crisp, and intentionally luxurious. Colour family: Champagne....
Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Pearl and Diamond Shamrock Ring of 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A charming antique ring from 1890–1900, designed as a shamrock composed of lustrous pearls, with sparkling diamonds accenting the stem, all mounted in solid 18k gold. The shamrock—lo...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
1940s 12k White Gold Trilogy Ring with 0.27ct Diamonds, Unisex
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive 1940s three stone diamond ring has been crafted in 12k white gold.
Diamond, White Gold
10.31 Carat Emerald Diamond Ring 18K Gold High Jewellery Supremacy
Located in Mumbai, IN
How to Wear & Style This Diamond Ring This 10.31 carats Emerald Green Three-Stone Ring moves easily from day to night if you let the rest of your jewelry follow its lead.
Diamond, 18k Gold
14K Gold Marquise Diamond and Baguette Diamond Ring Wedding Engagement Promise
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
0.19 ctw Marquise and baguette diamond of color G and clarity VS set in the center of a thin band creating a modern and contemporary cutting edge look. Marquise and baguette diamond,...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Gold Marquise Diamond and Baguette Diamond Ring Wedding Engagement Promise
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
0.19 ctw Marquise and baguette diamond of color G and clarity VS set in the center of a thin band creating a modern and contemporary cutting edge look. Marquise and baguette diamond,...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 0.88 Carat Diamond 15k Yellow Gold Trilogy Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this impressive 1890s three stone diamond ring. Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Colour E Clarity SI2 Cut Old E...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
3ct Fancy Yellow Elongated Radiant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
This 3-carat Fancy Yellow radiant-cut diamond engagement ring is a stunning combination of rarity and elegance. The center diamond is GIA-certified with an elongated radiant cut that...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Rose Cut Diamond Ring of 15k Gold, Circa 1860
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A delicate and evocative antique ring dating to 1860, featuring three closed back rose cut diamonds nestled within gracefully modeled leaf motifs crafted in 15k gold. The rose cut di...
Diamond, 15k Gold
Antique 1920s Diamond and White Gold Trilogy Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This impressive white gold trilogy engagement ring is supplied with three independent diamond grading report certificates for the feature stones.
Diamond, 15k Gold, White Gold
$970Sale Price / item|44% Off
14 Karat Gold Ring with Baguette Sapphires and Diamonds
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 karat gold ring with baguette sapphires and diamonds. Weight: 1.65 g. Metal: 14 karat gold Central stone: Genuine sapphires - 3 pieces Cut: Baguette Weight: approx 0.45 ct (3 x 0...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Natural Emerald & Diamond Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
★ -Handcrafted with care and attention to stone alignment -Each piece is made using certified natural diamonds and real gold -We offer customization for special occasions and persona...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2.3 Carat Emerald Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Modern Nobility
Located in Mumbai, IN
Diamond shape & cut: Emerald Cut cut Colour family: Emerald Green Clarity profile: On Request Approximate total carat weight: 2.3 carats Metal & finish: 14K White Gold (other...
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Trilogy 18 karat White Gold Ring with Diamonds
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The Trilogy 18kt White Gold Ring with Diamonds is an exquisite and elegant piece of jewelry that exudes sophistication and timeless beauty. Crafted from high-quality 18-karat white g...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco diamond sapphire long ring in 18 karat gold and platinum, Art Deco ring
Located in PARIS, FR
Art Deco diamond sapphire long ring in 18 karat gold and platinum. Elongated ring, adorned with three old-cut diamonds of 0.10, 0.30 and 0.10 carats, in bezel settings. The diamonds ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Platinum
1950s Vintage Ruby and Diamond White Gold Trilogy Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 0.56 carat ruby and 0.25 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold multi strand trilogy/three stone ring; part of our vintage jewellery and estate jewelry coll...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Trilogy 18 karat Gold Ring with Diamonds
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The centerpiece of the ring features a trilogy design, emphasizing three distinct diamonds that are set in a row.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
4.63ct Zambian Emerald & 0.84ct Diamond Two-Tone 18k Gold Ring
By Nancy Phillips
Located in Eugene, OR
This three-stone ring features a large, 4.63ct octagonal emerald-cut natural Zambian Emerald as its centerpiece.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$88,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 5.01 Carat Cushion Brilliant Cut Natural Yellow Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
A refined three-stone engagement ring centered by a natural cushion brilliant-cut yellow diamond, mounted in a harmonious combination of platinum and 18K yellow gold.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
6 Carat Marquise Statement Brilliant White Grandeur Signature Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 6 carats, marquise, statement ring, diamond ring. A modern classic that balances presence with polish, engineered for long-term wear. Colour family: Brilliant White. Th...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
2 Carat Cushion Statement Brilliant White Effortless Elegance Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Diamond Cut, Colour & Clarity diamonds are screened for a refined face-up appearance: minimal light leakage, a clean table and a harmonious contrast between bright and shaded fac...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.9 Carat Radiant Statement Brilliant Graceful Brilliance Eternity Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 1.9 carats, radiant, statement ring, diamond ring. A modern classic that balances presence with polish, engineered for long-term wear. Colour family: Brilliant White. M...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2.25 Carat Radiant Statement Brilliant White Everyday Royalty Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 2.25 carats, radiant, statement ring, diamond ring. Designed to feel like a personal signature: refined, wearable, and unmistakably high-end. Colour family: Brilliant W...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 2.23 Carat Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Trilogy Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 2.23 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and silver set three stone ring; part of our diverse vintage diamond jewellery collections.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.5 Carat Round Brilliant Statement Brilliant Pure Sophistication Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 1.5 carats, round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. Built for clients who judge a ring in motion, not only in perfect studio light. Colour family: Brilliant Whit...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
5 Carat Pear Statement Brilliant White Radiant Elegance Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
King Mohammed VI of Morocco · Court photographers rely on jewels whose pear and brilliant white read as composed from every angle; this 5 carat pear diamond ring has been engineered ...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
5.82 Carat Emerald Diamond Ring VVS 18K Gold Precision-Cut Radiance
Located in Mumbai, IN
Care & Preservation The long-term beauty of this Three-Stone Ring lies in keeping the diamonds clean and the structure undisturbed.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Trilogy Ring, circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This impressive antique three stone diamond ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with an 18k white gold setting.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 0.70ct Diamond Trilogy Ring, 18k Rose Gold, Circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The diamond set ring shoulders integrate with the main setting and meld with the chamfered ring shank.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 2.54 Carat Diamond and 14k White Gold Ring Circa 1980
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning vintage trilogy ring is supplied with three IDGL diamond grading certificates in addition to an IDGL diamond grading report card for the supporting stones.
Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
Rare Colors - 3.48ct VVS1 Fancy Yellow Elongated Cushion Diamond Engagement Ring
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful fancy yellow elongated cushion cut with VVS clarity and excellent cutting in a three stone ring made of platinum yellow gold and colorless trapezoids.
Yellow Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.21 Carat Burma No Heat Red Ruby Diamond Ring
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new ruby and diamond ring from Rewa. The ring ships from the US, so there are no import duties or tariffs for US buyers. The center stone is a 1.21 carat ruby. The stone has...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian 4.20ct Opal & 0.80ct Diamond Ring in 18ct Gold, Circa 1880
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This impressive three stone ring is supplied with an IDGL diamond and gemstone grading report card.
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
1920s antique 1.03 Carat Diamond and 18K White Gold Trilogy Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 1920s 1.03 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold three stone diamond ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 2.17 Carat Basaltic Sapphire 2.52 Carat Diamond Trilogy Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This impressive sapphire three stone ring is supplied with two IDGL diamond grading report certificates, in addition to a gemstone grading report card and certificate supplied by the...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Antique 1.55 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cluster Engagement Ring Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.55 carat diamond and platinum three stone cluster engagement ring; part of our diverse collection of 1920s jewelry.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1895 Birmingham 18ct Gold Ruby and Diamond Gypsy Ring
Located in London, GB
This beautiful late Victorian ring, hallmarked for Birmingham 1895, is a timeless example of 19th-century craftsmanship and sentiment. Crafted in rich 18ct yellow gold, the gently do...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique Pearl and Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique pearl and 0.78 carat diamond, 14 karat white gold cocktail ring; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning an...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Victorian .98 Ct Ruby Diamond 18 Kt Trilogy Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Beautiful antique Victorian period three stone ring, 1890/1900 ca Lovely half hoop mounting exquisitely hand carved at best refined work of the time – 18 KT solid gold marked Magnifi...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
High Jewelry 1ct Cushion Cut Diamond Ring in 14K White Gold, Bespoke
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 1 carats, cushion, statement ring, diamond ring. Designed to feel like a personal signature: refined, wearable, and unmistakably high-end. Metal: 14K White Gold. It wea...
White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2 Carat Emerald-cut Statement Quiet Power Collector-Grade Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Our three-generation ateliers design the architecture around the diamonds and gemstones themselves, carving galleries, claws and bridges in 14K White Gold so the outline of the Emera...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Pearl and Diamond Ring of 14k White Gold, Circa 1970
Located in Lewisburg, PA
An elegant vintage ring dating to the 1960s-1970s, designed with three luminous cultured pearls arranged in a graceful cluster and accented by a tiny diamond at the center, all mount...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1.30 Carat Diamond and Platinum Trilogy Engagement Ring Circa 1925
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.30 carat diamond and platinum trilogy ring; part of our diverse collection of antique three stone diamond rings.
Diamond, Platinum
3 Carat Emerald-cut Statement Quiet Power Modern Classic Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 3 carats, emerald, statement ring, diamond ring. Built for clients who judge a ring in motion, not only in perfect studio light. Colour family: Emerald Green. Metal: 14...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White 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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