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Retro 0.35 CTW Transitional Cut Diamond 14 Karat Gold Vintage Engagement Ring
Retro 0.35 CTW Transitional Cut Diamond 14 Karat Gold Vintage Engagement Ring

Retro 0.35 CTW Transitional Cut Diamond 14 Karat Gold Vintage Engagement Ring

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Centering a transitional cut diamond weighing approximately 0.25 carat - G color with VS2 clarity

Category

Vintage 1940s Retro Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid Century 1.20 carats transitional cut diamond platinum 3 stone ring
Mid Century 1.20 carats transitional cut diamond platinum 3 stone ring

Mid Century 1.20 carats transitional cut diamond platinum 3 stone ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

classic romance with evolving modern brilliance. Set with three transitional cut diamonds totaling

Category

Vintage 1950s Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified Transitional Cut Diamond & Sapphire Fan Halo Ring in White Gold
GIA Certified Transitional Cut Diamond & Sapphire Fan Halo Ring in White Gold

GIA Certified Transitional Cut Diamond & Sapphire Fan Halo Ring in White Gold

Located in Chicago, IL

This extraordinary Art Deco–inspired ring features a rare 0.90 carat transitional cut diamond, GIA

Category

2010s American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Transitional Cut Diamond 18ct White Gold & Platinum Engagement Ring, c.1950's
Transitional Cut Diamond 18ct White Gold & Platinum Engagement Ring, c.1950's

Transitional Cut Diamond 18ct White Gold & Platinum Engagement Ring, c.1950's

Located in London, GB

cut diamond, with an approximate weight of 0.40ct, exquisitely mounted in a platinum illusion setting

Category

Vintage 1950s European Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Vintage Art Deco Transitional Cut Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Engagement Ring
Vintage Art Deco Transitional Cut Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Engagement Ring

Vintage Art Deco Transitional Cut Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Engagement Ring

Located in London, GB

This wonderful Vintage engagement ring features a beautiful transitional cut diamond grain set into

Category

Vintage 1950s English Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Platinum Diamond Retro Engagement Ring - 950 Transitional .54ctw Vintage
Platinum Diamond Retro Engagement Ring - 950 Transitional .54ctw Vintage

Platinum Diamond Retro Engagement Ring - 950 Transitional .54ctw Vintage

Located in Greensboro, NC

: Platinum 950 Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .50ct Cut: Transitional Color: F Clarity: VS1

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Yellow Gold Diamond Engagement Ring - 14k Transitional .80ctw Vintage
Yellow Gold Diamond Engagement Ring - 14k Transitional .80ctw Vintage

Yellow Gold Diamond Engagement Ring - 14k Transitional .80ctw Vintage

Located in Greensboro, NC

& 14k White Gold Stone Information Diamond Carat(s): .72ct Cut: Transitional Color: G Clarity

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1950's Mid-Century 0.76 Carat Transitional Cut Diamond 14 Karat Engagement Ring
1950's Mid-Century 0.76 Carat Transitional Cut Diamond 14 Karat Engagement Ring

1950's Mid-Century 0.76 Carat Transitional Cut Diamond 14 Karat Engagement Ring

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Centering an old European cut diamond weighing approximately 0.64 carat total - I color with SI1

Category

Vintage 1950s Retro Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 16.10 Carat Colombian Emerald and Transitional Cut Diamond Halo Ring
Art Deco 16.10 Carat Colombian Emerald and Transitional Cut Diamond Halo Ring

Art Deco 16.10 Carat Colombian Emerald and Transitional Cut Diamond Halo Ring

Located in London, GB

beauty, it a beautiful halo of transitional cut diamonds. The diamonds have an estimated colour grade of

Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage Platinum 1950's Old Transitional Cut Engagement Ring .50cts VEG#79
Vintage Platinum 1950's Old Transitional Cut Engagement Ring .50cts VEG#79

Vintage Platinum 1950's Old Transitional Cut Engagement Ring .50cts VEG#79

Located in Hicksville, NY

ultra white and clean, with a transitional old cut center diamond. The design of this ring makes the

Category

Vintage 1950s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Retro 1.02 CTW Transitional Cut Platinum 14K Yellow Gold Vintage Engagement Ring
Retro 1.02 CTW Transitional Cut Platinum 14K Yellow Gold Vintage Engagement Ring

Retro 1.02 CTW Transitional Cut Platinum 14K Yellow Gold Vintage Engagement Ring

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Centering a transitional cut diamond weighing approximately 1.02 carats - H color with VS2 clarity

Category

Vintage 1940s Retro Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

EGL Certified 1.03 Carat Transitional Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
EGL Certified 1.03 Carat Transitional Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring

EGL Certified 1.03 Carat Transitional Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring

Located in Stamford, CT

Mid-Century Transitional brilliant cut round center diamond engagement ring. Set in platinum with

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage French 1.85 Carat Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Ring Circa 1950
Vintage French 1.85 Carat Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Ring Circa 1950

Vintage French 1.85 Carat Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Ring Circa 1950

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

eighteen claw set transitional modern brilliant round cut diamonds. The ring is hallmarked to the side of

Category

20th Century French Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1.52 Carat Diamond Three-Stone Platinum Engagement Ring
1.52 Carat Diamond Three-Stone Platinum Engagement Ring

1.52 Carat Diamond Three-Stone Platinum Engagement Ring

Located in Stamford, CT

1940's late Art Deco transitional Ideal cut diamond platinum engagement Ring. EGL certified center

Category

Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 3 Carat Diamond Eternity Ring in White Gold
Vintage 3 Carat Diamond Eternity Ring in White Gold

Vintage 3 Carat Diamond Eternity Ring in White Gold

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

twenty-five claw set transitional modern brilliant round cut diamonds. The ring is hallmarked to the

Category

Vintage 1950s French Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Three-Stone Diamond Engagement Ring, circa 1930s
Art Deco Three-Stone Diamond Engagement Ring, circa 1930s

Art Deco Three-Stone Diamond Engagement Ring, circa 1930s

Located in London, GB

This beautiful three stone ring is a collection of transitional cut diamonds. This dates the ring

Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage 3.41 Carat Peridot and 1.20 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Vintage 3.41 Carat Peridot and 1.20 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring

Vintage 3.41 Carat Peridot and 1.20 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

brilliant round cut diamonds. The ring shoulders integrate with the main setting and blend seamlessly with

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, Platinum

Vintage French 1.10 Carat Diamond and White Gold Full Eternity Ring
Vintage French 1.10 Carat Diamond and White Gold Full Eternity Ring

Vintage French 1.10 Carat Diamond and White Gold Full Eternity Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

twenty-two claw set transitional modern brilliant round cut diamonds. The ring is hallmarked to the side

Category

Vintage 1950s French Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

EGL Certified 1.77 Carat Diamond Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
EGL Certified 1.77 Carat Diamond Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring

EGL Certified 1.77 Carat Diamond Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring

Located in Stamford, CT

Transitional Ideal cut diamond solitaire engagement ring in a 14k white gold four prong setting

Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.10 Carat Old European Diamond Pierced Art Deco Dome Gold Ring
1.10 Carat Old European Diamond Pierced Art Deco Dome Gold Ring

1.10 Carat Old European Diamond Pierced Art Deco Dome Gold Ring

Located in Stamford, CT

Experience the timeless elegance of our vintage Art Deco 1930s old European and transitional cut

Category

Early 20th Century Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold

GIA Certified 1.07 Carat Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Engagement Ring
GIA Certified 1.07 Carat Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Engagement Ring

GIA Certified 1.07 Carat Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Engagement Ring

Located in Stamford, CT

Ideal transitional cut diamond platinum engagement ring. Platinum setting with tapered baguette

Category

Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Retro French 18 Karat White Gold and 2.50 Carat Diamond Tank Ring
Retro French 18 Karat White Gold and 2.50 Carat Diamond Tank Ring

Retro French 18 Karat White Gold and 2.50 Carat Diamond Tank Ring

Located in New York, NY

Retro 18k White Gold and 2.50 Carats Transitional-cut Diamond Tank Ring c.1940s 12.5 grams Made in

Category

Mid-20th Century French Retro Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Late Deco 0.80ct Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1940s
Late Deco 0.80ct Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1940s

Late Deco 0.80ct Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1940s

Located in London, GB

A luscious red ruby is flanked by transitional cut diamonds in this three stone ring from the 1940s

Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Vintage 1.90 Carat Diamond and 18k White Gold Full Eternity Ring Circa 1950
Vintage 1.90 Carat Diamond and 18k White Gold Full Eternity Ring Circa 1950

Vintage 1.90 Carat Diamond and 18k White Gold Full Eternity Ring Circa 1950

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

ornamented with nineteen impressive four-claw set transitional modern brilliant round cut diamonds. The ring

Category

Vintage 1950s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Peter Suchy 3.04 Carat Diamond Halo Rose Gold Engagement Ring
Peter Suchy 3.04 Carat Diamond Halo Rose Gold Engagement Ring

Peter Suchy 3.04 Carat Diamond Halo Rose Gold Engagement Ring

By Peter Suchy

Located in Stamford, CT

3.04ct transitional Ideal cut diamond halo engagement ring. Slight warm color K that, great sparkle

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Peter Suchy 2.30 Carat Diamond Platinum Halo Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Peter Suchy 2.30 Carat Diamond Platinum Halo Three-Stone Engagement Ring

Peter Suchy 2.30 Carat Diamond Platinum Halo Three-Stone Engagement Ring

Located in Stamford, CT

Transitional cut round diamond three-stone engagement ring. 2.30ct center stone with 2 have moon

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Peter Suchy GIA Certified 1.41 Carat Diamond Rose Gold Engagement Ring
Peter Suchy GIA Certified 1.41 Carat Diamond Rose Gold Engagement Ring

Peter Suchy GIA Certified 1.41 Carat Diamond Rose Gold Engagement Ring

By Peter Suchy

Located in Stamford, CT

Transitional Ideal cut round diamond engagement ring. GIA certified center stone with 42 round

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

EGL Certified .40 Carat Diamond Gold Filigree Art Deco Engagement Ring
EGL Certified .40 Carat Diamond Gold Filigree Art Deco Engagement Ring

EGL Certified .40 Carat Diamond Gold Filigree Art Deco Engagement Ring

Located in Stamford, CT

1930-1940 filigree transitional cut diamond engagement ring. Raised hand carved and filigree in its

Category

Vintage 1930s Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified Peter Suchy 2.43 Carat Diamond Halo Rose Gold Engagement Ring
GIA Certified Peter Suchy 2.43 Carat Diamond Halo Rose Gold Engagement Ring

GIA Certified Peter Suchy 2.43 Carat Diamond Halo Rose Gold Engagement Ring

By Peter Suchy

Located in Stamford, CT

2.43ct transitional ideal cut diamond halo engagement ring. GIA certified center stone with a halo

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

Oscar Heyman Art Deco Style Diamond and Sapphire Engagement Ring Set in Platinum
Oscar Heyman Art Deco Style Diamond and Sapphire Engagement Ring Set in Platinum

Oscar Heyman Art Deco Style Diamond and Sapphire Engagement Ring Set in Platinum

By Oscar Heyman

Located in London, England

transitional cut diamonds. This ring is currently a finger size L but can be resized upon request! The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Sapphire Diamond 3 Stone Ring Sri Lanka Mined 1.58ct GIA 1920s NOS 18K
Art Deco Sapphire Diamond 3 Stone Ring Sri Lanka Mined 1.58ct GIA 1920s NOS 18K

Art Deco Sapphire Diamond 3 Stone Ring Sri Lanka Mined 1.58ct GIA 1920s NOS 18K

Located in Dearborn, MI

definitely an Transitional Cut diamond.*** Your Ring's Specs Size: 5.25 (Sizing Available) Metal: 18K

Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Circa 1950s Transition Cut Diamond Ring 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Vintage Circa 1950s Transition Cut Diamond Ring 18 Carat Yellow Gold

Vintage Circa 1950s Transition Cut Diamond Ring 18 Carat Yellow Gold

Located in Hamilton, AU

transition cut diamonds are estimated to total 0.30 carats with G colour and P1 clarity grades.   Ring Size

Category

20th Century Unknown Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Midcentury 1.20 Carat Transitional Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Midcentury 1.20 Carat Transitional Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

Midcentury 1.20 Carat Transitional Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

Located in Essex, GB

A stunning transitional cut diamond ring. The impressively white centre stone is secured in an

Category

Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Midcentury 0.86 Carat Transitional Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Midcentury 0.86 Carat Transitional Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

Midcentury 0.86 Carat Transitional Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

Located in Essex, GB

A wondrous vintage diamond solitaire ring. The round transitional cut diamond in the centre is eye

Category

Mid-20th Century British Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

0.35 Carat Transitional Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
0.35 Carat Transitional Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring

0.35 Carat Transitional Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This lovely Art Deco platinum diamond engagement ring is set with a stunning 0.35ct transitional

Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Kutchinsky 4.00 Carat Transitional Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Kutchinsky 4.00 Carat Transitional Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

Kutchinsky 4.00 Carat Transitional Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

By Joseph Kutchinsky

Located in Theydon Bois, Essex

of the Art Deco period. The centre diamond is the quality you might expect of a Kutchinsky ring

Category

Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

0.90ctw Transitional Cut Diamond Milgrain Engagement Ring in Platinum
0.90ctw Transitional Cut Diamond Milgrain Engagement Ring in Platinum

0.90ctw Transitional Cut Diamond Milgrain Engagement Ring in Platinum

Located in Vienna, VA

0.90ctw Transitional Cut Diamond Milgrain Engagement Ring in Platinum Transitional Cut Diamond

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco 1.14ct Transitional Cut Diamond & Sapphire Henrietta Ring
Art Deco 1.14ct Transitional Cut Diamond & Sapphire Henrietta Ring

Art Deco 1.14ct Transitional Cut Diamond & Sapphire Henrietta Ring

Located in London, GB

; from the exceptional transitional cut diamond, aglow with fire and brilliance, to the vibrant sapphires

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Diamond and Platinum Pear Cut Transition Cut Cocktail Ring
Art Deco Diamond and Platinum Pear Cut Transition Cut Cocktail Ring

Art Deco Diamond and Platinum Pear Cut Transition Cut Cocktail Ring

Located in Melbourne, AU

transition cut diamond of estimated weight 1.10ct graded as colour I-J clarity VS2 to a pierced diamond set

Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco 1.26 Carat Transitional Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Art Deco 1.26 Carat Transitional Cut Diamond Cluster Ring

Art Deco 1.26 Carat Transitional Cut Diamond Cluster Ring

Located in Essex, GB

A top grade Art Deco diamond ring. The exceedingly bright and white transitional cut diamond in the

Category

Mid-20th Century French Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Mid Century 0.95 Carat Transitional Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Mid Century 0.95 Carat Transitional Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

Mid Century 0.95 Carat Transitional Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

Located in Theydon Bois, Essex

A stunning solitaire engagement ring. The high white and very clean transitional cut diamond is

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Art Deco 1.10 Carat Transitional Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Art Deco 1.10 Carat Transitional Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

Art Deco 1.10 Carat Transitional Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

Located in Essex, GB

Pure class. This exceptional late Art Deco engagement ring features a transitional cut diamond

Category

Mid-20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 0.30 Carat Transitional Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Art Deco 0.30 Carat Transitional Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring

Art Deco 0.30 Carat Transitional Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring

Located in Essex, GB

An achingly pretty vintage engagement ring. The transitional cut diamond the centre is bright and

Category

Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Vintage .89 Transitional Cut Platinum Engagement Ring
Vintage .89 Transitional Cut Platinum Engagement Ring

Vintage .89 Transitional Cut Platinum Engagement Ring

Located in Woodland Hills, CA

This is a beautiful vintage ring set with a .89 carat transitional cut diamond. The setting of the

Category

1990s American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Engagement Ring 0.51 Carat Transitional Cut Round Brilliant, 1940s
Diamond Engagement Ring 0.51 Carat Transitional Cut Round Brilliant, 1940s

Diamond Engagement Ring 0.51 Carat Transitional Cut Round Brilliant, 1940s

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Vintage 1940s platinum engagement ring with transitional cut round brilliant 0.51ct F-VS2. One

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum 0.69 Carat Transitional Cut F-SI
Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum 0.69 Carat Transitional Cut F-SI

Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum 0.69 Carat Transitional Cut F-SI

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This lovely platinum diamond engagement ring is a design reminiscent of the 1920s, featuring a

Category

Early 2000s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Platinum

Antique 3.11 Carat GIA Certified Transition Cut Diamond and Platinum Ring
Antique 3.11 Carat GIA Certified Transition Cut Diamond and Platinum Ring

Antique 3.11 Carat GIA Certified Transition Cut Diamond and Platinum Ring

Located in Melbourne, AU

An antique platinum solitaire ring, featuring a 3.11ct transition cut diamond, graded as colour G

Category

Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

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Transitional Cut Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact transitional cut diamond ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Platinum, Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 127 vintage editions and 12 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect transitional cut diamond ring among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat versions are of considerable interest. A transitional cut diamond ring from Peter Suchy, Antinori Fine Jewels and Estate Jewelry — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes old european cut and baguette cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a transitional cut diamond ring, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Transitional Cut Diamond Ring?

On average, a transitional cut diamond ring at 1stDibs sells for $8,750, while they’re typically $800 on the low end and $81,658 for the highest priced versions of this item.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

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 ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Finding the Right Rings for You

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 ringsvintage 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.

Questions About Transitional Cut Diamond Ring
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A transitional cut diamond bridges the chunky old Euro diamonds of the old world and the flashy stones of today. With the advent of new technology in the 1920s, the old European diamond began to “transition: to the early modern cut or early American cut, the transitional cut diamond. In the 1930s and 1940s, transitional cut diamonds were most often used in jewelry. On 1stDibs, find a broad range of antique and vintage diamond jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    There is no single most elegant cut of a diamond for a ring. Each cut has its own characteristics that can exude elegance, so you're free to choose the cut that appeals most to you. If you want your ring to sparkle, consider brilliant cuts like the round, princess, marquise, oval and pear. To put the spotlight on color and clarity, opt for stepped cuts like the emerald, Carr� and Asscher. Explore a wide range of diamond rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    There is no single best diamond cut for a ring. Any type of cut can be visually appealing, so which one you choose is a matter of personal preference. Round-cut rings are popular choices because they showcase the sparkle of diamonds and have a timeless shape. Other cuts that maximize sparkle include the princess, oval, pear and marquise cuts. Some things to look out for when shopping for gemstones are extinctions, which are dark spots on the stone, and windows, which are see-through areas created during the cutting process. These spots reduce the brilliance of a gemstone. Find a large selection of diamond rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A princess cut diamond ring is a genre of the diamond cuts often used in engagement rings. Possessing the technical name square modified brilliant, these rings are peculiarly crafted into a square or a rectangle shape, giving it an exquisite look of an inverted pyramid with four beveled sides. Shop a range of antique and vintage princess cut diamond rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    Rose-cut diamonds are uncommon in modern jewelry and are often associated with antique styles like Victorian or Georgian. The rose cut is circular like its namesake flower, with a flat top and a domed crown with either 12 or 24 facets. This cut dates back to the 16th century. Find a collection of antique and vintage rose-cut diamond rings on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An Asscher cut diamond ring is one that has a central stone with a square shape and a stepped cut. Its high crown and deep pavilion give the diamond a brilliant sparkling appearance. Shop a variety of Asscher cut diamond gemstone rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A brilliant-cut diamond ring is cut in such a way that it has numerous facets. Due to its facets, it reflects the maximum light. Shop for antique and vintage brilliant-cut diamond jewelry today on 1stDibs.