$1,094,500 / item
8.3 Carat Marquise Statement Type IIa / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 8.3 carats, marquise, statement ring, diamond ring. Designed to feel like a
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
5 Carat Emerald-cut Statement Type IIa 14K Refined Grandeur Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 5 carats, emerald, statement ring, diamond ring. Built for clients who
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
25.88 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Ring Type IIA D Color, Flawless Clarity
Located in Mumbai, IN
features a Flawless clarity grade, ensuring a gemstone without any visible imperfections. Its Type IIA
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$392,000Sale Price|20% Off
Exceptional GIA Certified 4 Ct Type IIA D Internally Flawless Round Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
diamond is classified as Type IIA with a D color grade, representing the highest level of colorlessness
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
3 Carat Round Brilliant Statement Type IIa / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 3 carats, round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. Built for clients
White Diamond
4 Carat Heart Shape Statement Type IIa / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 4 carats, heart shape, statement ring, diamond ring. Designed to feel like
White Diamond
$176,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 4.01 Carat D Internally Flawless Emerald Cut Diamond Ring TYPE IIA
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional and highly refined diamond ring centered by a 4.01 carat natural emerald cut diamond
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
4.5 Carat Assher Cut Statement Type IIa / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 4.5 carats, assher cut, statement ring, diamond ring. A serious diamond
White Diamond
6 Carat Heart Shape Toi Et Moi Diamond Ring Type IIa Brilliant White
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 6 carats, heart shape, toi et moi, diamond ring. Created for those who
White Diamond
10 Carat Round Brilliant Statement Type IIa / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 10 carats, round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. A serious diamond
White Diamond
$2,035,000 / item
13 Carat Heart Shape Statement Type IIa / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 13 carats, heart shape, statement ring, diamond ring. A modern classic that
White Diamond
20 Carat Round Brilliant Statement Type IIa / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 20 carats, round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. A collector
White Diamond
10 Carat Round Brilliant Statement Type IIa / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 10 carats, round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. Designed to feel
White Diamond
8 Carat Round Brilliant Statement Type IIa / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 8 carats, round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. Designed to feel
White Diamond
12 Carat Round Brilliant Statement Type IIa / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 12 carats, round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. A modern classic
White Diamond
6.5 Carat Heart Shape Statement Type IIa / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 6.5 carats, heart shape, statement ring, diamond ring. A modern classic
White Diamond
10 Carat Round Brilliant Statement Type IIa / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 10 carats, round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. A connoisseur-led
White Diamond
7 Carat Heart Shape Statement Type IIa / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 7 carats, heart shape, statement ring, diamond ring. Designed to feel like
White Diamond
10 Carat Round Brilliant Statement Type IIa / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 10 carats, round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. Designed to feel
White Diamond
6.5 Carat Assher Cut Statement Type IIa / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 6.5 carats, assher cut, statement ring, diamond ring. A serious diamond
White Diamond
5.5 Carat Assher Cut Statement Type IIa / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 5.5 carats, assher cut, statement ring, diamond ring. Built for clients who
White Diamond
6 Carat Heart Shape Statement Type IIa / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 6 carats, heart shape, statement ring, diamond ring. A serious diamond ring
White Diamond
10 Carat Heart Shape Toi Et Moi Diamond Ring Type IIa Brilliant White
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 10 carats, heart shape, toi et moi, diamond ring. Designed to feel like a
White Diamond
6 Carat Round Brilliant Statement Type IIa / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 6 carats, round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. Built for clients
White Diamond
8 Carat Heart Shape Statement Type IIa / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 8 carats, heart shape, statement ring, diamond ring. A collector-facing
White Diamond
6 Carat Heart Shape Statement Type IIa / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 6 carats, heart shape, statement ring, diamond ring. Created for those who
White Diamond
7 Carat Round Brilliant Statement Type IIa / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 7 carats, round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. Created for those
White Diamond
8 Carat Heart Shape Statement Type IIa / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 8 carats, heart shape, statement ring, diamond ring. A connoisseur-led
White Diamond
4 Carat Heart Shape Statement Type IIa / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 4 carats, heart shape, statement ring, diamond ring. Built for clients who
White Diamond
3 Carat Round Brilliant Statement Type IIa / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 3 carats, round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. Built for clients
White Diamond
$3,850,000 / item
20 Carat Heart Shape Statement Type IIa / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 20 carats, heart shape, statement ring, diamond ring. Built for clients who
White Diamond
5 Carat Round Brilliant Statement Type IIa / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 5 carats, round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. A serious diamond
White Diamond
3.05 Carat Heart Shape Statement Type IIa / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 3.05 carats, heart shape, statement ring, diamond ring. A modern classic
White Diamond
$224,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 4.01 Carat D Internally Flawless Emerald Cut Diamond Ring type IIA
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional high-jewelry ring centered on a GIA-certified 4.01 carat emerald cut diamond
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
5 Carat Heart Shape Statement Type IIa / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 5 carats, heart shape, statement ring, diamond ring. A connoisseur-led
White Diamond
4.54 Carat Marquise Statement Type IIa Brilliant White / D color VS Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 4.54 carats, marquise, statement ring, diamond ring. A collector-facing
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
3.5 Carat Cushion Statement Type IIa Brilliant / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 3.5 carats, cushion, statement ring, diamond ring. A collector-facing piece
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
10 Carat Marquise Statement Type IIa White / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 10 carats, marquise, statement ring, diamond ring. Designed to feel like a
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
9 Carat Marquise Statement Type IIa White / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 9 carats, marquise, statement ring, diamond ring. Designed to feel like a
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
5 Carat Marquise Statement Type IIa Brilliant / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 5 carats, marquise, statement ring, diamond ring. Created for those who
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
5 Carat Assher Cut Statement Type IIa / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 5 carats, assher cut, statement ring, diamond ring. Built for clients who
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
5.01 Carat Oval Statement Type IIa Brilliant White 14K White Gold Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 5.01 carats, oval, statement ring, diamond ring. A modern classic that
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$80,000Sale Price|20% Off
TYPE IIA IF GIA Certified 2 Carat Halo Oval Diamond White Gold Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This captivating ring showcases a striking GIA-certified 2-carat oval diamond Type IIA! It
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.00 Carat D IF Type IIa Round Brilliant Diamond Ring 18K Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Brilliant Cut Color: D Clarity: Internally Flawless (IF) Diamond Type: Type IIa Certification: GIA Metal
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$224,000Sale Price|20% Off
Exceptional GIA Certified 3.45 Pear Cut Diamond Type IIA D Color IF Clarity Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
. Classified as Type IIA this diamond belongs to one of the rarest and most chemically pure categories found in
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
20 Carat Pear Statement Type IIa Brilliant White / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 20 carats, pear, statement ring, diamond ring. Built for clients who judge
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
25 Carat Pear Statement Type IIa Brilliant White / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 25 carats, pear, statement ring, diamond ring. Designed to feel like a
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
10 Carat Assher Cut Statement Type IIa Brilliant / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 10 carats, assher cut, statement ring, diamond ring. A collector-facing
White Diamond
20 Carat Round Statement Type IIa Brilliant White / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 20 carats, round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. Built for clients
White Diamond
3 Carat Heart Shape Statement Type IIa Brilliant /D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 3 carats, heart shape, statement ring, diamond ring. A collector-facing
White Diamond
15 Carat Round Statement Type IIa Brilliant White / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 15 carats, round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. A serious diamond
White Diamond
13.4 Carat Pear Statement Type IIa Brilliant White / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 13.4 carats, pear, statement ring, diamond ring. Built for clients who
White Diamond, 18k Gold
3.49 Carat Oval Statement Type IIa Brilliant White / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 3.49 carats, oval, statement ring, diamond ring. A connoisseur-led design
White Diamond, 18k Gold
4 Carat Emerald-cut Statement Type IIa FL/IF 14K White Gold Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 4 carats, emerald, statement ring, diamond ring. Created for those who
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
3 Carat Emerald-cut Statement Type IIa FL/IF 14K White Gold Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 3 carats, emerald, statement ring, diamond ring. Designed to feel like a
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
13 Carat Radiant Statement Type IIa Brilliant White / D color FL/IF Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 13 carats, radiant, statement ring, diamond ring. A collector-facing piece
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
10 Carat Emerald-cut Statement Type IIa FL/IF 14K White Gold Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Type iia, approximately 10 carats, emerald, statement ring, diamond ring. A collector-facing piece
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
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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