GIA 8.30 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum Untreated
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
Statement GIA Certified Unheated Natural Blue Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring Three Stone in Platinum. The cushion Ceylon blue natural sapphire weigh a total of 7.11 carats an...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Pink Tourmaline 8 carats, Diamonds, Sapphires Cocktail Ring, 18ct Gold
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
Triangular sapphire accents are incorporated into the geometric shoulders, lending architectural balance and a sophisticated Art Deco-inspired aesthetic. Substantial in both scale a...
Tourmaline, Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Halo 14K Yellow Gold GIA Certified 1.95 Carat Colombian Emerald Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
There are hand engraved leaves on the ring's shank. The ring's profile has an Art Deco inspired gallery, as well as the remainder of the ring's shank.
Emerald, Yellow Gold
Platinum French Pave Emerald Cut Diamond 6.78 Carat GIA Colombian Emerald Ring
By DeKaraDesign
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Colombian Emerald Report Number 6207969167 D VS2 1.03 Carat Diamond Report Number 6415999914 D SI1 1.01 Carat Diamond Report Number 6415203938 Ring Comes With Three GIA Certificates...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
4.01 Carat Pear Cut Rich Green Emerald Solitaire 18K Rose Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A striking 4.01 carat pear cut dark rich green emerald solitaire ring set in an 18K rose gold 3-prong open mounting on a plain high-polish round shank. Ring size 6.75, adjustable, ...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
5ct SSEF-Gübelin Colombian No oil Emerald & Diamond Twin Ring - Collectors piece
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
An exceptional twin-stone ring showcasing the harmony of two of the world’s most coveted gemstones: a vivid Colombian emerald and a bright white diamond. At its heart lies a 5.53 car...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
2.35 Carat Diamond and 1.41 Carat Emerald Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Warszawa, PL
Diamond and emerald ring, 2.35 carats total, 18K white gold, vintage-inspired design. This exquisite cocktail ring is crafted from 9-karat white gold and showcases a remarkable natur...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
GIA-Certified 1ct Oval Diamond Double Halo Engagement Ring – 18K White Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Gold Weight: 2.6 grams Band Style: Straight Band Width: Approx. 2mm Ring Size: US 7 (Resizable & Custom Made to All Sizes) Certification: GIA Certified 🎨 Design Inspiration...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
$14,000Sale Price / item|30% Off
LÖF 18k Yellow Gold 1 Carat Diamond and Black Enamel Cigar Band Ring
By LÖF
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DESIGNER - LÖF // TYPE - Ring // METAL - 18k Yellow Gold // STYLE - Art Deco // STONES 1cts Diamonds // STONE CUT- Calibre-cut // SIZE - all sizes available // ORIGIN - United State...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold
14K Gold 1.15tcw Emerald & Diamond Men's Signet Ring, Bezel Set Green Emerald
Located in Jupiter, FL
Elevate your style with our distinguished Men's Emerald and Diamond Ring, a bold and captivating statement piece that embodies sophistication and strength. Featuring an off-set emera...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Solid 14k Yellow Gold 3.67 TCW Natural Diamond Emerald Bypass Open Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
This piece is a nature-inspired diamond bypass cocktail ring featuring an artistic, asymmetrical design Details:- Item Code :- LRIMJOS-013 Material - 14K Solid Yellow Gold Diamond W...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Ring. 0.60ct Diamond Ruby Black White Enamel Zebra
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: Approximately 0.60 Carats Total Secondary Stones: Rubies Ruby Cut: Cabochon Cut Stone Setting: Set into an 18k yellow g...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, Gold
AGL GRS Certified 14.36 Carat Colombian Emerald & Diamond 18K Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
AGL and GRS certified 14.36 carat emerald-cut Colombian emerald with minor oil treatment, set in an 18K white and yellow gold halo cocktail ring with 2.77 carats total weight of roun...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold 1.34-Carat Mixed-Cut Diamond Floral Cluster Ring
Located in Deira, AE
Make a refined and imaginative statement with the Diamond Floral Cluster Ring. This exquisite piece showcases an artful arrangement of a central emerald-cut diamond framed by radiati...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Solid 14k Rose Gold Band Genuine H/Si White Diamond Eternity Ring Gift Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
This item is a diamond bypass wrap ring crafted in a rose and white gold band. It features a modern, fluid silhouette that wraps elegantly around the finger to create an eye-catching...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Solid 14k Rose Gold Jewelry Genuine H/Si White Diamond Band Eternity Gift Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
This item is a princess-cut diamond engagement ring setting (semi-mount) crafted in a bold rose and white gold band. It features a modern, architectural design optimized to showcase ...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Platinum Diamond 9.70 Carat Cushion Cut Indicolite Tourmaline Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Designs Collection Our latest design! An elegant Pear Shaped GIA Certified Paraiba Tourmaline surrounded by Beautiful Diamonds in a Double Halo Setting. Metal- 90% Platinum,...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Indicolite, Platinum
18K Rose Gold Marquise Turquoise Halo Morganite Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Size- 4-12 Beautiful Handmade Art Deco Inspired Turquoise Diamond Halo Morganite Engagement Ring Made in 18K Rose Gold.
Diamond, Morganite, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Rossella Ugolini Platinum White Diamonds Green Tourmaline Cocktail Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Unveiling Rossella Ugolini's Castle Collection: a magnificent fusion of Art Deco style and Italian heritage. This Platinum ring, adorned with 0.20 karat White Diamonds, showcases a c...
Agate, Crystal, Diamond, White Diamond, Rock Crystal, Tourmaline, Platin...
Colombian Emerald Ruby and Diamond Ring 18K yellow Gold
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
**Made to order, custom options are available(Yellow, white 18K, 14K gold, or platinum), don't hesitate to inquire! Estimated Production Time: 2-4 weeks** *Please check the Images a...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Ring 0.65ct Sapphire 0.2 ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø3.75 US/ 2gr
Located in SE
Beautiful Sapphire and Diamonds Ring,hand - made ca. 1920s - 1930s. Band and part of openwork crown in solid 18 ct Yellow Gold with face and clusters in Platinum. Likely German, h...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
18K Gold forest Green Colombian Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
An exquisite statement piece, this cocktail engagement ring is meticulously crafted in 18K gold. The design features a twin-set of vivid, oval-cut Colombian emeralds totaling 1.86 ca...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
SSEF Certified 2.69 Carat Kashmir Blue Sapphire No Heat Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
This ring from Rewa features a natural, unheated blue sapphire sourced from Kashmir, weighing 1.10 carat. Kashmir sapphires are among the rarest and most sought-after sapphires due t...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$642Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Emerald Wide Band Ring with Diamonds in Triangular Frames in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
A refined emerald and diamond ring crafted in 925 Sterling Silver, featuring a striking octagon cut emerald measuring 6 x 8 mm and weighing 2.74 carats at the center. The emerald is ...
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
$150Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra 925 Silver Multi-Color Cubic Zirconia Cocktail Ring Thanksgiving Gift
Located in New York, NY
This striking cocktail ring features a contemporary marquise-inspired design crafted from 925 sterling silver. At its center, a vibrant 14x10 mm oval cubic zirconia gemstone radiates...
Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
HRD Certified Vintage 18 Karat White Gold and Diamonds Cocktail Ring
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
An entourage ring is a ring with a center stone surrounded by one or two rows of smaller stones.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.6ct Natural Round Diamond Multi-Link Connected Stacking Ring in 18K Rose Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Gold Weight: 7.5 grams Band Width: 4-link band (two diamond bands approx. 1.8mm & 1.5mm; two polished bands approx. 1.5mm) Ring Size: US 7 (Resizable and Custom Made to All Siz...
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
0.85 Carat Round Cut Aquamarine Ring. 0.15ct Diamond Platinum 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
"Other Details: Primary Stone: Aquamarine Aquamarine Weight: Approx 0.85 Carats Aquamarine Cut: Round Cut Secondary Stones: Diamonds Total Diamond Weight: Approx 0.15 Carats Jewel...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Genuine H/Si White Baguette Diamond Band Solid 14k Rose Gold Jewelry Gift Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
This is a rose gold mixed-cut multi-row diamond eternity ring, popularly styled as a luxury anniversary band or a bold statement fashion ring. Details:- Item Code :- RIMJOS-724 Mate...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Solid 14k Rose Gold Eternity Genuine H/Si White Diamond Band Jewelry Gift Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
This jewelry piece is an iced-out Cuban link chain band ring featuring a subtle, contemporary color contrast.. Details:- Item Code :- RIMJOS-716 RG Material - 14K Solid Rose Gold Di...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Natural Diamond & Sapphire Bypass Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
All our jewelry pieces are certified by a third-party laboratory such as IGI, HRD, IDGL, GIN, or SGL. NOTE: The color and size of natural gemstones may slightly vary, as no two gems...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Gold Oval Cut Emerald 0.32 Karats Black Diamonds Stacking Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design: Exquisite Deco Style 18K Gold Emerald and Black Diamond Stacking Ring Size 7.25 US. available. other sizes available in two weeks on order. Experience the al...
Black Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.13 carat Old European Cut Diamond M/VS1 GIA Vintage Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style with this exquisite vintage diamond ring, a testament to timeless elegance. Meticulously crafted in platinum, the centerpiece steals the show—a dazzling GIA-cert...
Diamond, Platinum
14K Gold 2.03tcw Emerald Cut Duo Men's Ring, Chunky Bezel Vertically Set Unisex
Located in Jupiter, FL
Elevate your style with our luxurious Emerald Men's Ring, boasting a stunning design featuring two vertically set emerald-cut emeralds. Their captivating lush medium green hue, paire...
Emerald, 14k Gold
$204Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K Gold Filled Marquise Cut Half Eternity Band Ring
Located in Bangkholem , Bangkok Thailand
Inspired by the graceful silhouette of a crown, this distinctive half eternity band ring features two marquise-shaped gemstones arranged in graduated proportions across the top of th...
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold-filled
Platinum Diamond GIA Oval 4.11 Carat Paraiba Tourmaline Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Design Collection Metal- 90% Platinum, 10% Iridium. Stones- 1 GIA Certified Oval Blue-Green Paraiba Tourmaline 4.11 Carats, 2 Emerald Cut Diamonds, 10 Round Diamonds, H C...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Alliance Ring natural 0.5ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Platinum Ø8.25US
Located in SE
Fine Alliance 5-stones Ring featuring natural brilliant and old European cut Diamonds mounted in Platinum clusters on solid 18K Green Gold band. The crown is 15 mm wide x 4 mm deep. ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Engagement Solitaire Natural Diamond Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
All our jewelry pieces are certified by a third-party laboratory such as IGI, HRD, IDGL, GIN, or SGL. This exquisite ring features a radiant natural diamond at its center, encircled...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Inspired Oval Opal Halo Ring with Heart Motifs in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: The mesmerizing and iridescent opal is cut in an oval shape and set amid two sparkling half moon diamonds. They are mounted in a classic prong setting for ult...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Rossella Ugolini 14k Yellow & White Gold Tourmaline White Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
These diamonds are accented by an Art Deco-style V-shaped motif surrounding them, completing the ring's harmonious design.
Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Floral Natural Diamond Bypass Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
All our jewelry pieces are certified by a third-party laboratory such as IGI, HRD, IDGL, GIN, or SGL. Two floral motifs with pear-shaped diamond petals rest on a bypass frame set wi...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Solitaire Natural Diamond Engagement Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
All our jewelry pieces are certified by a third-party laboratory such as IGI, HRD, IDGL, GIN, or SGL. This 14K Solid diamond Ring features a round natural diamond at the center, sec...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Octagon Pink Sapphire & Diamond Double Halo Set Engagement 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Ring Information Style: Art Deco Gold Weight: 4.19 g.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Ring. 14K Yellow Gold Engagement J VS1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 1.00 carat Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: J Center Diamond Clarity: VS1 Secondary Stones: R...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.4ct Burmese Rubies & .6ct Round Diamond 18k White Gold Half Eternity Band Ring
By Nancy Phillips
Located in Eugene, OR
If you would like to purchase the two rings as a set, please send us a message, and we will coordinate a special offer.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
J. Birnbach GIA Certified Antique Filigree Diamond Ring = 3.37 CTW
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
This exceptional piece recently restored by the house of J. Birnbach features three, antique cut diamonds = 3.37 carat total weight [0.91 carat Old European Cut L SI1 GIA, 1.18 carat...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Halo Natural Diamond Engagement Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
All our jewelry pieces are certified by a third-party laboratory such as IGI, HRD, IDGL, GIN, or SGL. This exquisite ring features a captivating natural diamond at its center, encir...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1939 Ring natural 0.6ct Emerald Diamonds solid 18K Gold ØUS9 / 2.1 gr
Located in SE
Art - Deco period Three Stones Ring decorated with natural Emerald stone and rose - cut Diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Old European Engagement Ring. GIA 2ct Diamond Sapphire Platinum J SI1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 0.50 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: J Color Center Diamond Clarity: VS1 Secondary St...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Elongated Platinum and Diamond Ring. 0.40ct Round Cut Halo Engagement I VS2-S1
Located in New York, NY
Additional single cut diamonds line the shoulders of the shank, complementing the structured composition and reinforcing the ring's Art Deco-inspired character. Shipping Information...
Diamond, Platinum
18K Yellow Gold Halo Diamond Marquise Turquoise Australian Opal Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Size- 4-12 Beautiful Handmade Art Deco Inspired Turquoise Diamond Halo Opal Engagement Ring Made in 18K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Opal, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Ring natural Sapphire Diamonds solid 18K Gold Platinum Ø 6.25US / 2.1 gr
Located in SE
Antique Ring featuring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with top in Platinum decorated with natural Blue Sapphires and Diamonds . Likely British, hand -made ca. early 1920s -1930s. Hallmar...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
1912 Alliance Ring natural 0.32ctw Ruby Pearl solid 18K Gold Ø US 7 / 1.9 gr
Located in SE
Antique Alliance Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with four claw set natural Rubies of old Diamond cut and a half -pearl in the middle. Swedish customs hallmarks, 18K, Year c...
Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
GIA 1 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Ring. 18k Yellow Gold Blackened Platinum Engagement
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: Approx 1.00 Carats Certification: GIA Certified Center Diamond Color: J Center Diamond Clarity: SI1 Center Diamond Cut: ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Emerald Gemstone Halo Natural Diamond Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
A bold yet elegant piece, ideal for weddings, festive events, cocktail nights, or milestone celebrations. ★ MATERIALS ★ ♥ Stone: Natural Diamonds Shape: Round Carat: 0.50ct Clarity...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Handmade Platinum Two Row 4 Carat Diamond Eternity Engagement Band
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Designs Collection Beautiful Modern/Art Deco Ceylon Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring Metal- 90% Platinum, 10% Iridium Stones- 36 Round Diamonds F-H Color VS2-SI1 Clarity 4.00...
Diamond, Platinum
The Classic Trilogy 18K Gold 1.10 Carats Emerald and Diamond Engagement Ring
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
A true masterpiece of classic design. This magnificent 1.10 carats three-stone ring features a 100% natural, 0.60ct AAA+ Colombian emerald boasting a vivid green hue and exceptional ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
4ct Natural Cushion AAA Tanzanite & Double Halo Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Timeless Glamour. A Masterwork of Art Deco Elegance. Immerse yourself in exquisite luxury with this breathtaking double halo engagement ring, centered around an extraordinary approx...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Emerald & Diamond Bypass Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
All our jewelry pieces are certified by a third-party laboratory such as IGI, HRD, IDGL, GIN, or SGL. NOTE: The color and size of natural gemstones may slightly vary, as no two gem...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Channel Wedding Ring. 3 Rows Diamond Full Eternity Band Platinum H VS
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Secondary Stones: Diamond Diamond Color: H Diamond Clarity: VS Stone Setting: Channel Set, Eternity Setting Jewelry Type: Band Style: Eternity, Channel Set, Antique-...
Diamond, Platinum
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.