Vintage Gem-Craft 13k Two Tone Gold 0.29ct Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
The polished yellow gold band provides a warm contrast, highlighting the elegance of the two-tone design.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Two-Tone Gold ADL Marked Antique Ring with Emerald and Diamonds
Located in Stamford, CT
Two Tone Gold ADL Marked Antique Ring with Emerald and Diamonds.
Diamond
David Yurman Two-Tone 18K Gold Pearl Diamond Ring, Circa 1990, USA
By David Yurman
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This elegant David Yurman two-tone pearl and diamond ring highlights the brand’s iconic cable motif with a refined and timeless design.
White Diamond, Diamond, Pearl, Silver, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Two-Tone Gold Natural Pink & White Round Brilliant Diamond Open Heart Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18K Two-Tone Gold Natural Pink & White Round Brilliant Diamond Open Heart Ring Product: Pink and White Diamond Heart Ring Material: 18k White and Rose Gold Diamond Details: Th...
Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Emerald Diamond Edwardian Style Target Engagement Ring in 14K Two Tone Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 14K Two Tone Gold Total weight: 4.00 g.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2000's Amethyst Diamond 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Checkerboard Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a 4.12 mm round checkerboard cut amethyst - transparent medium purple in color Set via yellow gold prongs at cardinal points and flanked by split white gold shoulders Bead ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2.16Cttw Pave Set Round Diamond Two Tone Cocktail Ring 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This stunning two tone cocktail ring comes with a flashy statement look.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Dazzling 0.88ct Halo Diamond Ring in 18K Two-Toned Gold - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
This breathtaking halo ring is a masterpiece of elegance and craftsmanship, set in luxurious 18K two-toned gold.
Diamond, White Gold
14K Two-Tone Gold and Diamond Multi Band Ring Size 6.25 #19545
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Two-Tone Gold and Diamond Multi Band Ring Size 6.25- This stunning multi band ring features 23 round brilliant cut diamonds set in 14K white and yellow gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Two-Tone 10K Gold 1 1/2 Carat Diamond Bypass Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in two-tone 10 karat gold, the total diamond weight is 1 1/2 carats.
White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, Rose Gold, 10k Gold
Majestic 9.61ct Ruby and Natural Diamonds Ring in 18K Two-Toned Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Make a bold statement with this exceptional ring, crafted from luxurious 18K two-toned gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Fancy Yellow & White Diamond Pave in 18K Two Tone Gold Butterfly Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A fancy yellow and white diamond 18K two-tone rose and white gold butterfly motif cocktail ring, featuring four pear-shaped fancy yellow diamonds as wings, one kite-shaped fancy yell...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring Two Tone Gold Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The ring features 3 emerald cut Zambian emeralds of brilliant color (1.90 carats) and a pavé of round diamond. The emerald and diamond ring features 3 emerald cut Zambian emeralds of...
White Diamond, Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,734Sale Price / item|20% Off
Marquise Natural Diamond Two Toned 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. This crossover ring design features two marquise-cut natural diamonds set diago...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
3.51 Carat Round Cut Diamond Solitaire 18K Gold Two Tone Engagement Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Natural 3.51 Carat round-cut diamond solitaire two-toned engagement ring. Crafted from 18K yellow and white gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1.53cttw Two Tone Prong Set Round Diamond Ladies Band Ring 14k Gold
Located in New York, NY
This unique two tone ladies band ring features 1.53 carats of SI1 clarity and I color round brilliant cut diamonds set in prong and pave setting.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
IGI Certified Fancy Deep Yellow & Greenish Yellow Diamond 18K Two Tone Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
IGI-certified fancy colored cushion cut diamond 18K two-tone white and yellow gold wide bypass ring, featuring two fancy intense deep yellow and one fancy intense deep greenish yello...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Two Tone 14k White and Yellow Gold 1.51tcw I Si2 Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage ring is crafted in two-tone 14k white and yellow gold and features diamonds totaling approximately 1.51 carats, graded I color with SI2 clarity.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Contemporary Mens Graduated Diamond Band Ring in Two-Tone 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 11.25 Introducing this handsome men's two-tone gold band ring, a harmonious blend of contemporary design and timeless sophistication.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Ring with Five Round Diamonds 1 Carat
Located in Stamford, CT
14Kt Two Tone Gold Ring With Five Round Diamonds One Ct Total Diamond Weight.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Peter Suchy EGL Certified .73 Carat Diamond Two Tone Gold Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
A timeless simple yet elegant EGL Certified diamond solitaire two tone gold engagement ring. Crafted with precision and elegance, this ring features a dazzling .73 carat round brilli...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Peter Suchy GIA 2.02 Carat Sapphire Diamond Two Tone Gold Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Discover the epitome of elegance with the Peter Suchy GIA 2.02ct Sapphire and Diamond two tone gold three stone engagement ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1.27cttw Two Tone Pave Set Round Diamond Ladies Cocktail Ring 14k Gold
Located in New York, NY
Dazzle away with this bold two tone ladies cocktail ring. Crafted in 14k white and yellow gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold and Rhodium Diamond Two-Tone Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer Two-tone Band Ring is handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
Pink Sapphire & Diamond Leaf Motif Milgrain Band Ring Two Tone 14K Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 6 This pink sapphire and diamond band ring is a stunning testament to elegance and sophistication. Crafted in 14 karat white gold, the ring features a mesmerizing blend o...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Go...
Peter Suchy GIA Certified .63 Carat Diamond Two Tone Gold Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Crafted to perfection by the Peter Suchy Workshop, This GIA Certified .63ct diamond two tone gold engagement ring epitomizes elegance and style.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Floral Design 10K Two-tone Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in beverly hills, CA
The total weight of the ring is 2.1 grams. Metal - 10K Two-tone Gold Gemstone - Diamond Gemstone weight - 0.15 carat Finger size - 8.5 Gross weight - 2.1 grams
Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold Diamond and Sapphire Two-Tone Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Ring all individually decorated with Byzantine granulation work and a unique velvet look on the background finished in Black Rhodium. T...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Blue Diamond, Yellow Di...
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Two-Tone Black Rhodium Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S. Georgios 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Ring all Designed with Architectural precision. This gorgeous Ring is unique as a design and features White Brilliant cut Diamonds total weig...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Two-Tone Black Rhodium Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S. Georgios 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Ring which is Designed with Architectural precision. The gorgeous ring is unique as a design and features White Brilliant cut Diamonds total ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Blue Diamond Thin Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer Band Ring in Yellow Gold 18 Karat all decorated with Byzantine-style granulation and a unique velvet background finished in White Rhodium. The center of the ring ...
Diamond, Blue Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium
14K Two Tone Gold wiCushion Cut Natural Emerald & Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
By Hand Made
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Material: 14K Two Tone Condition: New Central Diamond: 0.30ctw Diamond: 1.10ctw Clarity: VS1 Color: F Ring Dimension: Length: 19.6mm Width: 10.2mm Thickness: 4.5mm RIng Si...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Vintage Well Made Two Tone Gold 0.87ctw Diamond Engagement or Promise Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Illusion Set - H Color - SI2 Clarity - 0.72ct (approx.) (6) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Single Cut - Prong Set...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold Yellow Sapphire Diamonds Two-Tone Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios Designer Two-tone Band Ring is Handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Gold,...
18k Two Tone Gold Vivid Pink Tourmaline & Diamond Wide Heavy Statement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Tourmaline - Oval Brilliant Cut - Half Bezel Set - Vivid Pink Color - 10x8mm - 2.75ctw (approx.) (2) Round Cabochon Red Stones - Bezel Set - Deep Red C...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Contemporary Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring 0.40 TDW
Located in Stamford, CT
14 Kt Two Tone Gold Contemporary Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring 0.40 TDW.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Two-Tone Diamond Eternity Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer Eternity Band Ring is all handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold and custom-made. The beautiful ring is microscopically decorated all the way around with gold w...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Two-Tone Yellow and White Gold Diamond Initial J Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
14 Karat Two Tone Yellow and White Gold Diamond Initial J Ring 26 piece of round diamonds with 0.78 total diamond weight.
Diamond, 14k Gold
$7,656Sale Price / set|20% Off
Natural Marquise Cut Diamond Ring 1.17 Carat 18K Two-Tone Gold with Pave Diamond
Located in Deira, AE
The marquise cut contributes elegant length and directional movement, while the pavé accents provide a refined layer of texture and sparkle. Crafted in 18-karat two-tone gold, the c...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold Two-Tone Diamond Wide Eternity Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer eternity band ring all handmade from solid 18 Karat yellow gold and microscopically decorated all the way around with gold beads and wires. The unique velvet back...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium
14K Two-Tone Gold Two Panther Gemstone Eye Crossover Ring In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14K White & Yellow Gold Two Panther Crossover Ring Style: Two Panther Crossover Ring Material: 14k White Gold and Yellow Gold Design Details: Crossover design featuring two pa...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Two Tone Gold Diamond Eternity Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer Eternity custom-made Band Ring all handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold. The stunning ring is microscopically decorated all the way around with yellow gold be...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium
Natural Onyx & Diamond Two Tone Floral Gold Band with Pave Accents Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
This vintage-inspired onyx and diamond accent statement ring showcases a striking onyx centerpiece, adorned with a row of brilliant round-cut diamonds at its center for a captivating...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Italian Coral Diamond Black Enamel Two-Tone 18K Gold Bombé Cocktail Ring
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
This Italian 1960s–1970s cocktail ring has a powerful bombé silhouette, built around the graphic contrast of red coral cabochons, black enamel, diamonds and two-tone gold.
Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
1940's Opal Diamond 14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Vintage Halo Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval shaped opal cabochon measuring 10.5 x 12.5 mm Translucent white in body color with spectral play-of-color Bezel set in white gold with a diamond halo surround Trans...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Two-tone Wide Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios design ring handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold and White Rhodium. This beautiful piece features a center Brilliant Cut White Diamond of exceptional quality VS 2 and ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rho...
Estate Criss-Cross Two-Tone Double Band Diamond Ring
Located in Denver, CO
An approximately 0.40-carat round brilliant-cut diamond, GH color, SI2 clarity, shines from the center of a criss-cross two--tone double band adorned with round brilliant-cut diamond...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Disney 10 Karat Two Tone Diamond “Rose” Engagement Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Disney Material: 10K white & rose gold Diamond: 25 round brilliant cut = 0.31cttw Color: H Clarity: SI2 Dimensions: ring top measures 5mm wide Ring Size: 5 (complimentary ...
Diamond, 10k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
14 Karat Two Tone Vintage 1932 Diamond Masonic Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow and white gold Diamond: 1 round cut = .16cttw Color: H Clarity: SI2 Ring size: 8.25 (please allow two additional shipping days for sizing reques...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18kt two tones Ring 3.50 CTW in Green Tourmaline & Diamonds
Located in Aventura, FL
This beautiful ring is crafted in 18kt yellow and white gold and features a vivid natural emerald-cut green tourmaline with approximately 2.80 carats total weight at the center. Surr...
Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
0.42 Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond and White Diamond 18 Karat Two Tone Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful Ring is crafted in 18-karat Two tone Gold and features an 2 Pcs 0.42 Carat Pear Cut Fancy Yellow Diamond surrounded with 36 Pcs Fancy Yellow Diamonds 0.23 Carats and...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian 14k Two Tone Gold Old European Diamond Filigree Repousse Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (5) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European & Old Mine Cut - Pave Set - White Nice Diamonds Total Carat Weight: 0.10 (approx.) Material: Solid 14K Yellow Gold w/ White ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Presidential Rolex Style Diamond Cluster Ring 14k Two-Toned
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Product Summary ♥ Details: Polished Bezel, Bark Center & Polished Sides Main Stone: Diamonds Approx. Total Carat Weight: .50cttw Diamond Color: H Diamond Clarity: SI2 Number of ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Unheated Greenish-Blue Sapphire & Diamond Ring in 18K Two-Tone Gold
Located in Miami, FL
A spectacular, one-of-a-kind statement ring showcasing a rare unheated GIA-certified natural sapphire, weighing approximately 7.49 grams (gross). The centerpiece is an exceptional 13...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Unisex Diamond Two-Tone Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer band ring is made in 18 Karat Yellow Gold all handmade with Byzantine workmanship. This stunning piece has granulation work and a unique velvet background fi...
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Whi...
1.85ctw Two Tone Pave Set Round Diamond Ladies Cocktail Ring 14k Gold
Located in New York, NY
Dazzle away with this bold ladies cocktail ring. Crafted in 14k yellow and white gold. Showcasing pave set round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 1.85 carats with round intricate deta...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1.35 Carat Round Diamond Pave 18K Two Tone Gold Floral Dome Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Natural 1.35 carat total weight round brilliant diamond floral dome cocktail ring, set in 18K two-tone yellow and white gold with a textured wire-wrapped petal design and pave diamon...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
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