French Cut Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Platinum ring, with French cut rubies and diamonds, surrounded with round diamonds. Total diamonds
20th Century More Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
French Cut Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Platinum ring, with French cut rubies and diamonds, surrounded with round diamonds. Total diamonds
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Hancocks 1.12ct Colombian Emerald & French Cut Diamond Halo Ring
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
Maker: Hancocks Summary: 1.12ct Colombian Emerald & French Cut Diamond Halo Ring Description: A
White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Cushion Cut Diamond Cluster Dome Engagement Ring Silver French
Located in New York, NY
arrangement of single-cut diamonds transitions gracefully into old European-cut diamonds, enhancing the ring
Diamond, Silver
$6,326Sale Price|20% Off
Engagement Ring White Gold with Shuttle Cut & Brilliant Cut Diamonds
Located in Vannes, FR
Engagement Ring White Gold with Shuttle Cut & Brilliant Cut Diamonds Cette bague de fiançailles en
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Hexagon Step Cut Diamond French Cut Blue Sapphire Art Deco Style Halo Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Cut Blue Sapphire Art Deco Style Halo Ring. The stunning diamond shines at the center, encircled by
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.53 Carat Natural French Cut Diamond Eternity Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Ring, handcrafted in 14K White Gold, designed in a timeless Art Deco style. French-cut diamonds
Diamond, 14k Gold
French Antique Diamond Band Sz 4.75 Platinum Wedding Ring Eternity Table Cuts
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant antique French diamond eternity ring (circa 1900s to 1910s). Antique table cut square
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Antique Platinum and French Cut Diamond Eternity Band Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1930 Platinum Eternity Band Ring, 1.75 M.M wide and set with French cut Diamonds each
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Cut Diamond French Cut Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Cut Diamond French Cut Engagement Ring - GIA. This
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Rose-Cut Diamond Ring.
Located in Firenze, FI
Elevate your style with this vintage Rose-Cut diamond ring, a perfect blend of timeless elegance
Diamond, Gold
$12,633Sale Price|50% Off
R-PR-SD - Princess Cut Diamond Ring with French cut Baguette Sapphires
Located in New York, NY
Princess Cut Diamond Ring with French cut Baguette Sapphires Metal: Platinum Diamond Info: 1
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1940s Retro 1.20 Carat French Cut Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14k yellow gold with a French cut Diamond weighing approximately 1.20 carats. The
Diamond, 14k Gold
Mauboussin Crystal Dome on Brilliant Cut Diamonds Ring
By Mauboussin
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 KT SOLID WHITE GOLD MAUBOUSSIN CRYSTAL DE ROCHE DOME ON BRILLIANT CUT DIAMONDS RING. UNIQUE
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique 3.27ct French Cut Diamond Platinum Trilogy Ring, Circa 1890
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
) French cut diamonds, set within millegrain decorated bezel settings; these rare antique diamonds are
Diamond, Platinum
$1,875Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage 18k Yellow n White gold "French cut" Sapphire & "Rose cut" Diamond Ring
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage 18k Yellow n White gold "French cut" Sapphire & "Rose cut" Diamond Ring Specifications
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
AGL 47.95 Carats Emerald Cut Aquamarine Ring, French Cut Sapphires, Diamonds, PT
Located in Southport, CT
Impressive Emerald Cut Aquamarine surrounded by French Cut Sapphires and Diamond Ring Eleanor is
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Style French Cut Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Deco style platinum ring with French cut sapphires and approx. 0.50cts in diamonds. Ring size - 7
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
French Modern Brilliant-Cut Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Half Wedding Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
8 modern brilliant- cut diamonds separated between them by gold bars. Total weight of diamonds
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Hancocks 2.56ct Fancy Intense Yellow Old Cushion Cut Diamond and French Cut Ring
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
gold between elegantly tapering shoulders channel set with calibre French-cut white diamonds, all in a
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Victorian Revival French 18K Green Gold French Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Victorian Revival French 18K Green Gold French Cut Diamond Engagement Ring. This gorgeous
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage French Diamond Dome Ring, Old Cut Diamonds, 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Mārupe, LV
A striking Vintage French Diamond Dome Ring crafted in 18K yellow gold, dating to the 1960s and set
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Victorian 1.40 Ct Old Diamond Cut Navette French ring
Located in Napoli, IT
and silver, tested Hallmarks: French assay Gems: 1 old mine cut diamond of approx .20 Ct (H/VVS) – 20
Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Deco Platinum and French Cut Diamond Band Ring
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A platinum half eternity band ring set with seven french cut diamonds (circa 1.12 carat) in a row
Diamond, Platinum
French Cut Diamond Halo Sapphire Engagement Ring 1.60ct, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
-Carats antique French cut diamond. With a J color and SI1 clarity, the center stone exudes vintage charm
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
French Art Deco Platinum Ring with Old Cut Diamonds
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
European cut and rose cut diamonds all set in a handmade platinum mount. The central diamond in the ring is
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Platinum French Cut Diamond Filigree Three Stone Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian Platinum French Cut Diamond Filigree Three Stone Ring. This incredible
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Mine Cut Diamond & French Cut Ruby Bow Motif Engagement Ring Platinum
Located in Boston, MA
An elegant engagement ring featuring a 0.62-carat old mine-cut diamond, with a clarity of VS2 and
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage Old European Diamond GIA and French Cut Sapphire Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set GIA 0.54 Carat Old European Cut Diamond; GIA I-VS1. Framed
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
French 3.65 Carat Fancy Yellow Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
top with an emerald- cut yellow diamond held with claws. The mounting and the departure of the ring
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
1.01ct Oval Cut Diamond Cluster Ring, 18kt White Gold
Located in London, GB
• Clarity: VS Hallmarks: French, Owl Comments: This beautiful ring is set with an oval cut diamond of
Diamond, 18k Gold
$3,098Sale Price|25% Off
1930s Ring with Rose-Cut Diamonds
Located in Firenze, FI
with old rose-cut diamonds. Crafted in 9-karat gold with a beautiful aged patina, the ring features
Diamond, 9k Gold
$2,691Sale Price|20% Off
Antique 14k Rise-Cut Diamond Ring.
Located in Firenze, FI
Elevate your collection with this exquisite rose-cut diamond ring, crafted in luxurious 14k gold
Diamond, 14k Gold
Carvin French Enamel Diamond Gold Dome Ring
By Carvin French
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The stunning Carvin ring features full-cut diamonds weighing a total of approximately 2.60 carats
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Enamel
Pear-Shaped Diamond with French-Cut Ruby Halo and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Pear-Shaped Diamond with French-Cut Ruby Halo and Diamond Ring Description: This ring is crafted
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Marquise Diamond with French-Cut Ruby Halo and Diamond Border Ring
Located in New York, NY
Marquise Diamond with French-Cut Ruby Halo and Diamond Ring Description: This ring is crafted in
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique French 19th Century Rose-Cut Diamond Flower Cluster Ring
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite 19th century French Victorian rose-cut diamond
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Art Nouveau French Old Cut Diamond Snake Ring, 1900’s
Located in Firenze, IT
finely working. Gross weight: 13.58 g. Finger size : 8 1/2 Old cut diamond and 18K yellow gold snake ring
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Modern White Gold Crossover Ring with Brilliant Cut Diamond
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
White Gold (750‰) Diamond: Brilliant Cut, approximately 0.47 carat, G color, VS clarity Ring Size: FR
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
French 19th Century Rose Cut Diamond Black Enamel Solitaire Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
shape and adorned with claws down from a rose-cut diamond on a black enamel background. On both sides
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Carvin French Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Ring
By Carvin French
Located in New York, NY
Carvin French Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Ring A refined and elegant ring by Carvin French
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Andre Rivaud rose cut diamond cluster ring, French, circa 1910.
Located in London, GB
Andre Rivaud rose cut diamond cluster ring. Set to centre with a round rose cut diamond in an open
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum Diamond and French Cut Ruby Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
orgeous Antique Art Deco Platinum Diamond and French Cut Ruby Ring. A beautiful Art Deco ring
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage Platinum 2.75ctw French Cut Diamond Hand Engraved Eternity Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - French Cut - Channel Set - Nice Brilliant Clean
Diamond, Platinum
18 Carat Gold French Ring Set with Step Cut Diamond
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A simple and clean 18 carat gold ring with an step cut diamond (2.00 carat, J, VS2) set in a box
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Step-cut diamond three stone ring, circa 1950.
Located in London, GB
Step-cut diamond three stone ring. Set to center with a rectangular step-cut diamond in an open
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage French 1940s Oval Cut Ruby and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage French 0.90 carat ruby and 0.48 carat diamond, platinum cocktail ring
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
4.51 carat old cut diamond flanked solitaire ring, French, circa 1940.
Located in London, GB
4.51 carat old cut diamond flanked solitaire ring. Set to centre with a round old cut diamond, Q-R
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-Century 1.41 CTW French Cut Diamond Platinum Vintage Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a row of French cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.75 carat total G/H color with VS2
Diamond, Platinum
Contemporary French Cut 1.00 Carat Diamond White Gold Band Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A fabulous Estate French Cut diamond band with a very unique look! Made of 18kt white gold, the
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum French Cut Diamond Engraved Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum French Cut Diamond Engraved Engagement Ring - GIA. This
Diamond, Platinum
18K White Gold Solitaire Ring with 1ct Brilliant-Cut Diamond
Located in Berlin, BE
18K White Gold Solitaire Ring with Brilliant-Cut Diamond – Approx. 1ct An exquisite solitaire ring
Diamond, White Gold
$18,884Sale Price|20% Off
Dome Ring 54 Brilliant Cut Diamonds Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
ring lies in the way the stones are arranged. In this model, the 54 brilliant-cut diamonds are
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Antique Old Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Early 20th century work "Toi & Moi" ring in yellow gold 750‰, platinum 850‰, claw-set old-cut
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Ring: Band Ring Black Ceramic 0.06 carat Diamonds Brilliant Cut 18k White Gold
Located in CAPRINO VERONESE, Veneto
create a captivating visual contrast: one is pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds, adding sparkle and
Diamond, White Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum French Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum French Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring - GIA. This
Diamond, Platinum
Hancocks French Cut Diamond "North/South" Eternity Ring Engraved Rose Gold
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A stunning French-cut diamond and rose gold eternity ring by Hancocks, the ring three quarter set
Diamond, Rose Gold
Hancocks French-Cut Diamond "East/West" Eternity Ring Finely Engraved Platinum
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A stunning French-cut diamond and platinum eternity ring by Hancocks, the ring three quarter set
White Diamond, Platinum
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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