Cushion Cut Red Orange Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring 14K Gold
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
Magnificent Classic three stone AAA+ quality red orange sapphire and diamond ring in 14k gold. Ring contains 1 center vivid red orange sapphire cushion cut and 2 side pear cut diamo...
Sapphire, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Peridot Double Halo Ring. 3.40ct Peridot Sapphire Diamond Engagement Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Peridot Center Peridot Weight: 3.40 Carats Center Peridot Cut: Emerald Cut Secondary Stones: Sapphires and Diamonds Stone Setting: Halo of Sapphires...
Diamond, Peridot, Sapphire, Platinum
IGI Certified 1.34 Carat Diamond and Ruby Leaf Motif Ring 18K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 1.34 Carat Diamond Natural Ruby Leaf Ring – 18K Gold, 6.5g / 0.21 t oz
Nature's elegance takes center stage in this sculpted leaf-motif ring, where two delicately v...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 3.61 Carat Diamond and White Gold Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The Art Deco style diamond cocktail ring is supplied with an independent diamond grading certificate for the feature diamond in addition to an independent diamond grading report card...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.17ct Natural Royal Blue Sapphire Ring with Pear Cut Natural Diamonds
Located in Singapore, SG
⚠️ Important Disclosure: Please Read Before Purchase Please note this natural, earth-mined stone is an exceptional case regarding Heated/Unheated status and exact origin. We list Or...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Eternity Platinum Band Ring. Princess and Round Diamond Ruby Wedding 6mm
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stones: Diamonds Secondary Stones: Rubies Diamond Cut: Princess Cut, Round Brilliant Cut Ruby Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Stone Setting: Set Between Two Rows of ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
11.97 Carat Sugarloaf Lavender Blue Chalcedony 18K White Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
The ring is a size 6.25, adjustable. Product Specifications: Item Type: Sugarloaf Gemstone Cocktail Ring Metal: 18K White Gold Size: 6.25 (adjustable) Weight: 15.67 grams Center St...
Chalcedony, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cushion Cut Blue Sapphire 7.17CT & Half-Moon Diamond 18K Gold Trilogy Ring
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Own a masterpiece with this extraordinary 7.12 Carat Royal Blue Sapphire and Diamond Trilogy Ring. This investment-grade piece features a monumental 7.12CT cushion-cut blue sapphire,...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Pear-Shaped Ruby and Diamond Toi et Moi Bypass Ring
Located in New York, NY
Pear-Shaped Ruby and Diamond Toi et Moi Bypass Ring Description: This elegant bypass-style ring is crafted in platinum and features a "Toi et Moi" (You and Me) design. The center fe...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
4.06 Carat Vivid Green Emerald & 0.49 Carats Diamond Unique 18K Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
This exquisite ring showcases a captivating display of vibrant green emerald beads totaling 4.06 carats. Their rich, verdant hue evokes a sense of lushness and vitality. The emeral...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$30,000Sale Price / item|25% Off
Moi et Toi cocktail ring: Certified 4 ct yellow sapphire & antique diamonds
By LÖF
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Sonne Ring- The ultimate moi et toi cocktail ring. An oval 4 carat yellow sapphire and two 0.7 carat antique emerald cut diamonds surrounded by diamond and yellow sapphire halos ...
Yellow Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold
4 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring. GIA Asscher Diamond Sapphire Halo Platinum GVS1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 4.00 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Antique Asscher Cut Center Diamond Color: G Color Center Diamond Clarity: VS1 Clarity Ce...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
COCKTAIL RING 3.13 CTW Emerald Cut Diamond Filigree Platinum & 18KT Gold
Located in Miami, FL
This magnificent antique Art Deco cocktail ring features a monumental, GIA-certified 3.13-carat emerald-cut diamond center stone, showcased within an exquisite, hand-crafted architec...
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, Gold
18K Rose Gold Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Halo Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Size- 4-12 Beautiful Handmade Art Deco Inspired Turquoise Diamond Halo Engagement Ring Made in 18K Rose Gold.
Diamond, Turquoise, Rose Gold
Genuine H/Si White Diamond Solid 14k Yellow Gold Jewelry Designer Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
This item is a multi-stone diamond cluster band set in a two-tone yellow and white gold band. It is designed with a row of circular cluster settings, giving it the grand appearance o...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$20,348Sale Price|20% Off
Engagement Ring Emerald Diamonds White Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
Engagement Ring Emerald Diamonds White Gold 18 Karat This magnificent solitaire engagement ring is the epitome of elegance and refinement. The centre stone is a 3.980 carat emerald,...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,998Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Platinum 0.73ctw Old European Prong Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a gorgeous, vintage, diamond engagement ring that was crafted from solid .900 platinum. It features an old European cut diamond uniquely prong set at the center, weighin...
Diamond, Platinum
IGI Certified 5.70 Carat Amethyst and Rhodolite Garnet Ring 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 5.70 Carat Natural Amethyst Natural Rhodolite Garnet Ring – 14K Gold, 4.49g / 0.14 t oz
A celebration of complementary colors drawn from the earth, this ring brings...
Rhodolite, Garnet, Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
18k White Gold 9.75cttw Natural Fancy Color Round Diamonds Engagement Rings Set
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
This stunning set of two rings features a unique design with natural diamonds, totaling 9.75 carats, set in lustrous 18kt white gold. The white gold band adds a touch of sophisticati...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.25 Carat Transitional Cut Diamond and Platinum Engagement Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
The exquisite design of this 1920s ring has stood the test of time, and it's simply divine. A stunning transitional cut diamond weighing 1.25 carats is set in a beautifully simple 8...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 0.79Ct Burma No Heat Blue Sapphire Ring with Natural Diamond in platinum
Located in Singapore, SG
Vintage-Inspired Unheated Burma Blue Sapphire Ring with GIA certificate The high-quality sapphires shine brilliantly in any light and are free of visible flaws. Expertly crafted, th...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
0.05 CTW Open Cuff Diamond Ring in 14K Gold, SI1+ Bezel Set Band
Located in New York, NY
Sleek and minimal with a modern edge, this 14K gold open cuff ring features two natural bezel-set diamonds that add a subtle touch of everyday sparkle. The open silhouette creates a ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Platinum 0.78 Karat Tanzanite 0.50 Karat White Diamonds Love Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Platinum 0.78 Karat Tanzanite 0.50 Karat White Diamonds Love Ring This intese ring is handcrafted in platinum and adorned with shiny white diamonds and a deep blue heart shaped tanza...
White Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum
Handmade Platinum French U Pave Halo Diamond Australian Opal Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
There are six round diamonds French U Pave on each side of the shank. There is a beautiful Art Deco inspired gallery which gives the ring a graceful finish.
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
2.50 Carat Colombian Emerald Ring. Gubelin No Oil Emerald GIA Diamond Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Emerald Center Emerald Weight: 2.60 Carats Center Emerald Cut: Emerald Cut Certification: GIA Certified, Gübelin Certified Gemstone Origin: Colombian T...
Emerald, Diamond, Platinum
Antique Unisex Illusion Ring solid 18K Yellow Gold Ø US 8.5 / 6gr
Located in SE
Antique or Vintage Ring in 18K Gold which is composed of two twisted bands joint together in a special way that makes an illusion of changing physical width of the joined band when t...
18k Gold
Platinum 10.40tcw Vintage Emerald Cut Emerald & Diamond Halo Ring, Dark Green
Located in Jupiter, FL
Introducing our exquisite Vintage Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring, a timeless masterpiece that captivates with a breathtaking 9.10-carat emerald cut emerald sourced from Zambia, sh...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Platinum 0.63 Karat GVS1 White Diamonds Cubes Modern Style Design Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Platinum 0.63 Karat Brilliant Cut GVS1 White Diamonds Cubes Modern Style Design Ring An amazing band ring handcrafted in platinum adorned with heartbreaking white diamonds. Every si...
White Diamond, Platinum
2.96 Carat Blue Sapphire and 0.30 Carat Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in Warszawa, PL
Sapphire ring, 2.96 carats, diamond ring, 0.30 carats, platinum, vintage-style engagement ring. This elegant platinum ring features a natural cushion-cut blue sapphire weighing appro...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
12 Carat Rubellite Ring. Emerald Cut Rubellite Tourmaline Diamond Halo Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Rubellite Tourmaline Center Rubellite Tourmaline Weight: 12 carats Center Rubellite Tourmaline Cut: Emerald Cut Secondary Stones: Diamonds Diamond Wei...
Tourmaline, Rubelite, Diamond, Platinum
Ethiopian Opal and Fire Opal Ring 18K White Gold With Diamonds
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
This ornate three-stone cocktail ring features a luminous central white cabochon opal flanked by fiery orange opals, set within intricate diamond halos and accented with rich red-ora...
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
1930s 1.76 Carat Pink Tourmaline 1.70 Carat Peridot and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 1.76 carat pink tourmaline, 1.70 carat peridot and 0.34 carat diamond platinum Art Deco cocktail ring; part of our antique cocktail rings collection.
Diamond, Peridot, Tourmaline, Platinum
Platinum 1.20 Karats Sapphire 0.075 White Diamonds Contraire Design Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
This is a piece from Rossella Ugolini collection of contemporary jewels and is Handcrafted in Platinum with 1.20 Karats Sapphire and 0.075 White Diamonds , for a Contemporary Contrai...
White Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Natural Baguette Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Heart Ring Jewelry 0.05 Ct
Located in Jaipur, IN
14K solid yellow gold signet ring. Rectangular flat face — fine vertical engine-turned reeding, wall-to-wall. Single baguette-cut lab diamond flush-set at lower right corner of face:...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Trilogy Engagement Ring 1.36 ct Diamond Center with Side Diamonds, 18K gold
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Trilogy ring in 18K yellow gold (French eagle head hallmark), set with a central diamond weighing 1.36 carats (color G, clarity SI2), framed by two side diamonds totaling 0.37 carats...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$1,987Sale Price|25% Off
Floral 14K Yellow Gold Turquoise Amethyst Diamond Ring, 1.87ct
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This exquisite floral-inspired ring is a celebration of color and elegance, crafted from 14-karat yellow gold. At its center, the ring features two turquoise stones totaling 1.87 car...
Amethyst, Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
IGI Certified 9.35 Carat Natural Diamond and Amethyst Rose Motif Statement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 9.35 Carat Natural Diamond and Amethyst Rose Motif Statement Ring This exclusive bespoke creation was specially handcrafted as a one-of-a-kind piece, and no identical ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold Plate
Solid 14k Yellow Gold Jewelry Genuine H/Si White Diamond Stackable Dainty Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
This item is a three-stone pear diamond cluster ring set in a two-tone yellow and white gold band. It uses a specialized multi-stone layout to mimic the silhouette of a classic, high...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Emerald Cut Peridot and Ruby Accent Ring, 3.50ct
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Striking and refined, this 14 karat yellow gold ring features a vibrant emerald-cut green peridot measuring 8 x 6mm, with a total gemstone weight of approximately 3.50 carats. The pe...
Emerald, Peridot, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Ring natural 0.8ctw Diamonds solid 14K Gold Ø7 US / 5gr
Located in SE
Antique or Vintage Finish Art - Deco styled Ring decorated with beautiful arrangement of 17 natural Diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Staggered Baguette Diamond Solid 14k Yellow Gold Stack Band Eternity Gift Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
This is a yellow gold scattered double-row baguette diamond band, which serves as a highly fashionable cocktail ring, an avant-garde wedding band, or a distinctive stackable statemen...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karats White Gold Aquamarine Stacking Oval Cut Band Design Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini "Aqua" Collection 18 Karats White Gold Aquamarine Stacking Oval Cut Band Design Ring. A thin and refined ring with 4 equidistant blue topaz stones on the round surfa...
Aquamarine, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Solid 18K White Gold 3.90ct Cabochon Emerald Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Zurich, CH
Set in elegant white gold, this piece is perfect for collectors seeking a bold yet wearable statement ring with Art Deco influences.The emerald's smooth cabochon polish highlights it...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Antique 18ct and Platinum, Edwardian era Sapphire & Diamond Oval Cluster ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Diamond & Sapphire Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Circa 1910 An exquisite Edwardian era ring, beautifully crafted in 18ct yellow gold and platinum, dating to the early 20th century. T...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum, 18k Gold
Vintage 3.18ct Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
This beautiful Art Deco style, 1950's engagement ring features a natural royal blue oval sapphire weighing 3.18ct in a four claw open, back setting.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
14K Yellow Gold Onyx and Diamond Cocktail Ring, Size 8.5, 1980s
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This distinguished men’s ring is crafted in solid 14K yellow gold and features a bold 11x9mm cabochon onyx, bezel-set for a smooth, secure finish. The deep black onyx is framed in po...
Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold
Vintage Pearl and 1.15 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive pearl and 1.15 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold, platinum set cocktail ring in the Art Deco style; part of our vintage pearl jewelry collections.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Platinum
Gin and Grace 14K Yellow Gold Emerald and Opal Ring
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite ring features a captivating 8x10mm oval-cut Ethiopian opal weighing 1.71 carats, radiating with a mesmerizing play of color. Flanking the center stone are two 2x4mm ov...
Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond & Blue Sapphire Edwardian Style Cluster 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Wonderful and very special antique design ring. It is decorated with an approx. central 0.35 carat round diamond. The main stone is surrounded by diamonds and half circle lines of Fr...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 3.28 Carat Elongated Radiant Cut Tsavorite Garnet Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Designs Collection Featuring An All GIA Certified Five Stone Emerald Cut Diamond and Radiant Cut Garnet Engagement Ring. Shape- Elongated Radiant Cut 9 (Octagonal Step Cut) ...
Garnet, Tsavorite, Platinum
Platinum Diamond GIA Certified 5.68 Carat Radiant Cut Alexandrite Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Design Collection Metal- 90% Platinum, 10% Iridium. Stones- Radiant Cut GIA Certified Color Change Sri Lankan Alexandrite 5.68 Carats. 52 Round Old European Cut Diamonds,...
Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold and Platinum, Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire and Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1910 This exquisite Edwardian ring showcases a stunning rectangular design that elegantly spans across the finger. Set i...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18kt Yellow Gold Amethyst Signet Ring By Rossella Ugolini Made in Italy
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
18kt Yellow Gold Amethyst Signet Ring by Rossella Ugolini Made in Italy. A 10 x 10 mm sugarloaf cabochon amethyst is set in an 18kt yellow gold bezel.The bold amethyst setting is e...
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
1.90 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Ring. Baguette Sapphire 18K Yellow Gold LVS2
Located in New York, NY
Their crisp geometric shape creates a striking contrast against the softer brilliance of the Old European cut diamond, giving the ring a refined three-stone composition with a subtle...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cuban link Chain Band Solid 14k Yellow Gold Genuine White Diamond Eternity Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
This jewelry piece is an iced-out Cuban link chain band ring featuring a distinctive dual-tone aesthetic. Details:- Item Code :- RIMJOS-716 YG Material - 14K Solid Yellow Gold Diamo...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rossella Ugolini 18K Gold Diamond Green Agate Cocktail Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Presenting Rossella Ugolini's Castle Collection: a stunning blend of Art Deco style and Italian heritage. This 18 karat Gold ring, adorned with 0.20 karat White Diamonds, showcases a...
Agate, Diamond, Tourmaline, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Y...
Natural Oval Emerald Gemstone Solid 14k Yellow Gold H/Si White Diamond Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
This jewelry piece is an oval emerald halo statement ring featuring a sophisticated mixed-metal setting. Details:- Item Code :- RIMJOS-714 Material - 14K Solid Yellow Gold Diamond W...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
3 Row Diamond Eternity Band. 3 Carats H VS Brilliant Round Wedding Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stones: Natural Diamonds Total Diamond Weight: Approximately 3.00 Carats Diamond Cut: Brilliant Cut, Full Cut Diamond Color: Approximately H Color Diamond Cla...
Diamond, Platinum
Natural Baguette Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Full Eternity Band Ring Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
Natural Baguette Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Full Eternity Band Handmade Fine Ring Jewelry Details:- (Details will change according to ring size) Item Code:- RIMJOS-734-YG Material - 14...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Sugarloaf Cabochon Carnelian Peridots Cocktail Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Castle Collection 18 Karat Yellow Gold Orange Carnelian oval Peridot Unique Design Ring, size 6 Usa available in any size on order . Handcrafted in bold 18 karat Ye...
Carnelian, Peridot, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.
The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.
However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)
While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.
Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.
A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.
Find unique Art Deco necklaces, earrings, bracelets and other 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.
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.
Ready to rock? Some of our favorite jewelry designers and dealers share indispensable advice for choosing that most important ring.
Will your beloved be enchanted by an Edwardian ring or a trendy Art Deco piece? We clue you into period styles and tips for finding the perfect ring.