26476 Tiffany & Co Soleste Platinum 2.27 I VS1 Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Pt950 72212274 D2.27ct'' In August 2025 retail price update was $53,000 + tax Comes with a Tiffany ring box, original Tiffany diamond certificate, original Tiffany journey of your d...
Diamond, Platinum
26782 Tiffany & Co Pear Diamond Platinum Soleste 0.67ct G VS1 Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
PT950 73693748 D0.67ct'' Purchased price in 2023 was $10,000 + tax Current retail price $10,800 + Tax Comes with a Tiffany ring box, Original Tiffany diamond certificate, Original Ti...
Diamond, Platinum
26740 Tiffany & Co Platinum Oval Rubellite Tourmaline Pave Diamond Ornate Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
PT950 70078899'' Purchase price in 2021 was $31,000 + tax Current retail price estimate $38,800 + Tax Comes with a Tiffany ring box, Copy of Tiffany Retail Valuation paper, and a Ti...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
26618 Tiffany & Co Platinum Harmony 0.97ct F VVS1 Round Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
PT950 60805458 D0.97ct'' Ring is in excellent condition Retail price estimate $18,500 + TAX Comes with a Tiffany ring box, GIA diamond certificate, and a copy paper of Tiffany labo...
Diamond, Platinum
26742 Tiffany Co Etoile Platinum 0.87ct G VS1 3-Stone Bezel Round Diamond Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
J10020976'' Second diamond weighs 0.29, G color VS1 clarity: Diamond Inscription T&Co.J11070337'' Third diamond weighs 0.29ct, G color VS2 clarity: Diamond Inscription T&Co.J11040227...
Diamond, Platinum
26617 Tiffany & Co Platinum 0.84ct G VVS2 Round Pave Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
PT950 23043939 .84CT'' Current retail price estimate $14,200 + TAX Comes with a Tiffany ring box, GIA diamond certificate, and a copy paper of Tiffany laboratory report.
Diamond, Platinum
26525 Tiffany & Co D VVS1 Platinum 4.21ct Three Stone Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Pt950 17215469'' Like-new condition Current retail price estimate $220,000 + Tax Comes with a Tiffany ring box, Original Tiffany 3 diamond certificates, Original Tiffany retail valu...
Diamond, Platinum
26627 Tiffany Co Enchant Platinum 2.60ct Oval Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Current retail price estimate $210,000 + TAX Comes with a Tiffany ring box, Original Tiffany diamond certificate, Copy of Tiffany Laboratory report paper, Tiffany gift bag, Tiffany w...
Diamond, Platinum
$17,920Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. F VVS1 Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring A stunning Tiffany & Co.
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Metal: Platinum Center Diamond: 0.91 ct, Round Brilliant, F color, VVS1 clarity, Excellent cut Side Diamonds: 10 round brilliants, 0.33 ctw Ring Size: 4.75 (resizable) Weight: 6....
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
$88,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. 3.15 Carat Round Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
This piece includes a Tiffany & Co. Diamond Certificate, a recent valuation report from November 2024, and is presented in the classic Tiffany ring box.
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified Platinum Tiffany & Co. Diamond Solitaire Ring 1.03 ct
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Comes with a full GIA grading certificate and a Tiffany ring box. The lady who sold this ring to us had the Tiffany invoice that showed her husband paid $18,500 for the ring.
Diamond, Platinum
$96,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. 3.01 Carat Platinum Round Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond Weight: 3.01 carats Clarity: VVS1 Color: I Metal: Platinum (stamped “Tiffany & Co. PT950 66752518 D3.01CT”) Ring Size: 6 (resizable) This ring comes complete with its Ti...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Etoile Diamond Crossover Band 18KYellow Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Perfect for everyday luxury or stacking, it adds a touch of sophistication to any jewelry collection. Brand Tiffany & CO Material: 18K Yellow Gold Condition: Pre-Owned Ring Size...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
23698 Tiffany Co Lucida Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Ruby 4mm Eternity Wedding Band 6
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Estimated Retail Replacement $12,000 + TAX Comes with a Tiffany ring box for presentation. Stock #23698
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$35,200Sale Price|20% Off
Authentic Tiffany & Co. 2.35 Carat Platinum Pear-Shaped Diamond Solitaire Engage
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond Certificate, GIA Certificate, a Tiffany Valuation Report dated December 2002, and its signature Tiffany ring box.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
$40,800Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. 1.5 Carat Diamond Channel Set Engagement Ring in Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
This beautiful engagement ring is a quintessential choice for those seeking a symbol of enduring love, presented with the original Tiffany ring box and accompanying documentation.
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany and Co. Diamond Ring. Platinum Flower Diamond Band. Tiffany and Company
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Comes with original vintage Tiffany ring box. Details: 4.4grams total weight Diamonds estimated 0.50 carat.
Platinum
Tiffany & Co 1.81 Carat I/VVS2 Round Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
The perfect round brilliant Tiffany diamond solitaire engagement ring that checks all the boxes.
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$73,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. 2 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum Solitaire Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
This classic solitaire piece exemplifies the legendary craftsmanship and refined aesthetic synonymous with Tiffany & Co. The ring comes accompanied by its original documentation,...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Soleste Half Circle Round Diamond Band Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Looks brand new. Details Brand: Tiffany & Co. Collection: Soleste Era: Contemporary Metal: Platinum Hallmarks: TIFFANY & CO., PT950 Size: 5.5 Width: 2mm Weight: 2.8 g Diamond...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co Paloma Picasso Melody Two Band Ring
Located in London, GB
‘Au750’ 'ITALY' 'Paloma Picasso' RRP: £9275 (18/3/25) Box: Tiffany Ring Box Paperwork: Original Receipt from 2021 for £6025, It now retails at £9275
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Cabochon Amethyst Bombé Ring, 1.50ct
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Consult with Tiffany for sizing availability Width: 4.2mm–8.4mm Weight: 9.3 grams Amethyst: Cabochon cut, 8.1mm x 6.7mm, approx. 1.50 cts What's Included Ring Tiffany ring box
Amethyst, 18k Gold
Rare 1970's Vintage Tiffany & Co Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Signature X Cross Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Very bright and shiny. Comes with Tiffany ring box and outer blue box. All our photos are taken with a macro lens to show the true quality of our items.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Vintage 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum Pavé Diamond Bypass Ring 5.25
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Hallmarks clear and legible. Details Brand: Tiffany & Co. Era: Vintage Metal: 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum (PT950) Hallmarks: TIFFANY & CO., 750, PT950 Size: 5.25, cannot be...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Rare Vintage Tiffany & Co 1970's Diamond Ruby 18k Gold Signature X Cross Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Very bright and shiny. Comes with Tiffany ring box and outer blue box. All our photos are taken with a macro lens to show the true quality of our items.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Soleste Oval .61 cts Center Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Includes original certificate , evaluation, Provenance report , and Blue imitation leather Tiffany ring box. Specifications Brand: Tiffany & Co.
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Tiffany & Co Square Cut Blue Sapphire Diamond 18k Gold Three Stone Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Very bright and shiny. Comes with Tiffany ring box and outer blue box. All our photos are taken with a macro lens to show the true quality of our items.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
22k Tiffany and Co. Diamond solitaire. Diamond rated at 0.50ct. Extremely rare.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Comes with original vintage Tiffany ring box. Details: 2.7grams total weight Diamond is measured at 5.2mm by 5.2mm by 3mm or 0.50ct est. at VS2 clarity and G color Shank is 3mm wide...
Diamond
$2,432Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. Pearl Ring 14K Yellow Gold Openwork Cocktail Ring with Box
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Measuring approximately 0.75 inches by 0.55 inches and standing 0.95 inches tall, it displays a striking dimensional quality that enhances its vintage charm. Accompanied by its Tiff...
Pearl, Yellow Gold
Tiffany Soleste 0.33ctw Diamond Eternity Band 950 Platinum Wedding Ring Box
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in McLeansville, NC
This lovely Tiffany Soleste ring comes with an outer blue Tiffany box and new inner velveteen black box Gemstone Information: - Natural Diamonds - Total Carats - 0.33ctw Cut - Round...
Diamond, Platinum
TIFFANY & CO. Platinum Etoile Diamond Engagement Ring 0.51CT Size 8.25 w/ Box
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
The Tiffany & Co. Solitaire Engagement Ring in 950 Platinum (Size 8.25) is a refined and elegant piece that embodies timeless sophistication.
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Lucida 0.48 Carat Diamond and Platinum Engagement Ring Box
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co. Style: Lucida Serial Number: 23642875 Metal: Platinum PT950 Size: 4.75 - sizable Total Carat Weight: 0.48 cts Diamond Shape: Cut Corner Square Diamond Color & C...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Vintage Heart Key Ring, Sterling Silver
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Sterling" Height: 32.79 mm Length: 32.90 mm Depth: 2.95 mm Width: 3.00 mm Weight: 11.4 grams Includes: Original Tiffany & Co. blue pouch and blue presentation box Whether carried ev...
Sterling Silver
TIFFANY CO. Platinum VVS1/I Diamond Engagement Ring .47CT w/ Cert And Box
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Product Specifications Designer: TIFFANY & CO. Metal: 950 Platinum Ring Style: Solitaire Engagement Ring Center Diamond Weight: Approx. 0.47CT Diamond Shape: Round Cut Diamond Color:...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 4.01 CT D/IF Legacy Cushion Diamond Platinum Ring Box/Papers
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Naples, FL
The ring is handmade and signed by Tiffany & Co., the ring has a sizing bar installed by Tiffany and the ring is stamped with both "Tiffany & Co." and the registration number "312182...
Diamond, Platinum
$11,812Sale Price|25% Off
Tiffany & Co. Channel Set Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring in Platinum with Box
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 4 This Tiffany & Co. platinum engagement ring exudes timeless elegance with its simple yet exquisite design.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Peretti Classic Platinum 2.75mm Wedding Band Ring w/ Original Box
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid .950 Platinum Weight: 6 Grams Ring Size: 6.5 (Fitted on a finger, please contact us prior to purchase with sizing inquiries) Ring Width: 2.75mm (0.10") Ring Height: 2...
Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Princess Cut Diamond Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Ring w/Box Size 5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Tiffany & Co. Collection/Style: Princess Cut Diamond Sapphire Ring Material: 18k yellow gold Hallmarks: Tiffany & Co. 16591 750 1.14 .38 Gemstones: Natural princess cut di...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Round Diamond 1.12 CTS G VS1 Solitaire Engagement Ring COA Box
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co. Tiffany Setting Round Diamond Engagement Ring Style: 6- Prong Solitaire Ref. number: 171/21/70132044 Metal: Platinum Pt950 Size / Measurements: 5.5 sizable TCW: 1...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Lock Ring Size 7.25 Box and Case 0.17 ct Diamonds
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous Lock Ring by Tiffany & Co. Features Round Pave Diamonds in Semi-Eternity Setting Ring Size 7.25 Band Width = 2 mm Total Diamond Weight = 0.17 ct Total Mass = 3.9 grams Inclu...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Band "Forever" Ring 2.5 mm Wide Size 7.5 w/ Box and Case
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous Tiffany & Co. Band Ring "Forever" Collection 2.5 mm Wide Size 7.5 Includes Original Box and Case Total Mass = 5.1 grams Piece is in Good Condition.
Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 1.02ct F VVS2 Diamond Ring 2019 W/ Box & Papers Laser Etched Origi
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This is a stunning authentic Tiffany & Co. 1.02ct Round Brilliant Diamond, graded F color, VVS2 clarity. The diamond is accompanied by its original Tiffany box, papers, and replaceme...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring w/ Papers and Appraisal Tiffany
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Lexington, KY
The ring is in great condition and comes with the original black Tiffany & Co. ring box, the outer Tiffany & Co. blue box, as well as Tiffany & Co. paperwork on the ring ...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 0.33ct Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
Ring Box
Diamond, Platinum
$7,680Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. Pearl Diamond Platinum Halo Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
A refined Tiffany & Co. pearl and diamond ring crafted in platinum.
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Milgrain Platinum Band Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Model: Milgrain Band Ring Type: Ring Accompanied By: Tiffany Box Material(s): Platinum UK Ring Size: L EU Ring Size: 51 US Ring Size: 6 Resizing Possible: No Specification Total Wei...
Platinum
$13,550Sale Price|24% Off
Tiffany & Co Lucida Diamond Engagement Ring 0.91ct
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
Accompanied by: This Tiffany & Co Lucida Engagement Ring is accompanied by Valuation Report Number 36093 dated 3/04/2024 and Tiffany & Co Ring box, Pouch and Bag
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 1.04 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
‘PT950’ ‘D1.04CT’ & Serial Number Box: Tiffany & Co. Ring Box Documents: Original Retail Replacement Valuation for Insurance
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co The Charles Tiffany Setting Mens 1.71 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Minimal signs of wear. Comes with original Tiffany & Co. ring box and presentation box, as well as the Tiffany diamond certificate.
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 1.01 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
Ring Box
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 1.05 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
Ring Box
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 0.72 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
Ring Box
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso 18K Rose Gold Sugar Stack Ring 6.5 w/Box #25593
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso Rose Gold and Pink Sapphire Stack Ring Size 6.5 w/Box Make a bold statement with this Paloma Picasso Sugar Stack ring exquisitely crafted in 18K rose go...
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Tiffany & Co. 0.69 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
'D0.69' '750 PT950' and the serial number Box: Original Tiffany & Co. Ring Box
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Tiffany Forever Semi Eternity Round Diamond Band Ring in Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
PT 950 Estate Condition: Excellent, professionally cleaned and polished. Comes with Tiffany & Co. ring box. Current Retail Price: $4,400.00
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 1.10 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
If an insurance valuation is needed please request upon purchase. Period: Modern Box: Tiffany & Co. Ring Box
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 0.24 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
Ring Box
Diamond, Platinum
$24,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. 1.30 Carat Cushion Cut Engagement ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany & Co. Soleste 1.30 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring Comes complete with original Tiffany & Co. inner and outer ring box.
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Eternity Ring Size N (54)
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
Colour: G-H, Clarity: VVS-VS Marked: ‘TIFFANYCo.’ & ‘Pt950' Box: Tiffany & Co. Ring Box
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamond Wedding Band Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
Ring Box
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. is one of the most prominent purveyors of luxury goods in the United States, and has long been an important arbiter of style in the design of diamond engagement rings. A young Franklin Delano Roosevelt proposed to his future wife, Eleanor, with a Tiffany ring in 1904. Vanderbilts, Whitneys, Astors and members of the Russian imperial family all wore Tiffany & Co. jewelry. And Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis preferred Tiffany china for state dinners at the White House.
Although synonymous with luxury today, the firm started out rather modestly. Charles Lewis Tiffany and John B. Young founded it in Connecticut as a “stationery and fancy goods emporium” in 1837, at a time when European imports still dominated the nascent American luxury market. In 1853, Charles Tiffany — who in 1845 had launched the company’s famed catalog, the Blue Book, and with it, the firm’s signature robin’s-egg blue, which he chose for the cover — shifted the focus to fine jewelry.
In 1868, Tiffany & Co. gained international recognition when it became the first U.S. firm to win an award for excellence in silverware at the Exposition Universelle in Paris. From then on, it belonged to the pantheon of American luxury brands.
At the start of the Gilded Age, in 1870, Tiffany & Co. opened its flagship store, described as a "palace of jewels" by the New York Times, at 15 Union Square West in Manhattan. Throughout this period, its designs for silver tableware, ceremonial silver, flatware and jewelry were highly sought-after indicators of status and taste. They also won the firm numerous accolades, including the grand prize for silverware at the Paris Exposition of 1878. Among the firm’s glittering creations from this time are masterworks of Art Nouveau jewelry, such as this delicate aquamarine necklace and this lavish plique-à-jour peridot and gold necklace, both circa 1900.
When Charles Lewis Tiffany died, in 1902, his son Louis Comfort Tiffany became the firm’s design director. Under his leadership, the Tiffany silver studio was a de facto design school for apprentice silversmiths, who worked alongside head artisan Edward C. Moore. The firm produced distinctive objects inspired by Japanese art and design, North American plants and flowers, and Native American patterns and crafts, adding aesthetic diversity to Tiffany & Co.’s distinguished repertoire.
Tiffany is also closely associated with diamonds, even lending its name to one particularly rare and exceptional yellow stone. The firm bought the Tiffany diamond in its raw state from the Kimberley mines of South Africa in 1878. Cut to create a 128.54-carat gem with an unprecedented 82 facets, it is one of the most spectacular examples of a yellow diamond in the world.
In a broader sense, Tiffany & Co. helped put diamonds on the map in 1886 by introducing the American marketplace to the solitaire diamond design, which is still among the most popular engagement-ring styles. The trademark Tiffany® Setting raises the stone above the band on six prongs, allowing its facets to catch the light. A lovely recent example is this circa-2000 platinum engagement ring. Displaying a different design and aesthetic (but equally chic) is this exquisite diamond and ruby ring from the 1930s.
Find Tiffany & Co. jewelry, serveware and decorative objects for sale 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.