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Vintage Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Webster, NY
Vintage Diamond Engagement ring featuring an Old Mine Cut Diamond in the center.
Center Diamond
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20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Three Stone Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Towson, MD
One 14 karat white gold (stamped 14K SPM 4/4) estate diamond engagement ring set with three round
Category
Late 20th Century Contemporary Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1.00 Carat Diamonds Engagement Ring 14 Karat
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 1.00 Carat Diamonds Engagement Ring 14k. Diamonds everywhere like a crown on this beautiful
Category
1980s Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
1.44 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A simple and classic diamond engagement ring with the center stone weighing 1.44 carats, and the
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
14 Karat Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring. Simple and elegant illusion-set diamond, 4-prong set
Category
1980s American Retro Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Pierced Mounting VS1 Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Solvang, CA
Vintage pierced mounting VS1 diamond engagement ring, circa 1930. This 14 karat white gold ring
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1930s Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Platinum Solitaire GIA Certified Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Towson, MD
One platinum diamond engagement ring set with one round brilliant cut diamond, approximately 0.80
Category
20th Century Contemporary Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Ladies Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies diamond engagement ring in platinum setting. Stamped Plat and weighs 6.5 grams.
The center
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Genuine Natural Diamond Engagement Ring .66cts '#J750'
Located in Big Bend, WI
Platinum Genuine Natural Diamond Engagement Ring .66cts (#J750)
Platinum diamond engagement ring
Category
20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
1.70 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring in White Gold
Located in London, GB
A white gold & diamond engagement ring, set at the centre with a 1.70 carat brilliant-cut diamond
Category
1960s Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Delightful Sapphire & Diamond Engagement Ring - Platinum
Located in Bloomington, MN
Delightful Sapphire & Diamond Engagement Ring - Platinum
This beautiful ring is crafted in
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Late 20th Century Modern Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 0.20 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring 14 Karat
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 0.20 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring. The ring features a total of 0.20 carats VS Clarity
Category
1970s Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1930s Art Deco 1.30 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Art deco diamond engagement ring with old European round brilliant cut diamond in the
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Late 20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
14K White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring 1.25TDW, 4.5g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14K White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring 1.25TDW, 4.5g
Ladies 14k white and diamond engagement ring
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Size 9.25-
This sparkling ring features one round
Category
20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
10 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 10 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
This classic engagement ring features a
Category
20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Size 5.75
This elegant ring features one round
Category
20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Bezel Set Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Towson, MD
One 18 karat yellow gold diamond engagement ring bezel set with one brilliant-cut diamond
Category
20th Century Modern Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring .35tdw 2.2gr
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14k White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring.
The center Diamond is a Round Brilliant Cut, weighing
Category
20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Size 9
This sparkling engagement ring features
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20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Size 6.5
This sparkling ring features 35 round
Category
20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Size 7.75-
This sparkling ring features a center
Category
20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage 0.50 Carat Round Diamond Engagement Ring 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 0.50 Carat Round Diamond Engagement Ring 14k Gold. The center diamond is high quality and
Category
1980s Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Size 6-
This sparkling ring features 13 round
Category
20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Size 4.5-
This sparkling ring features one round old
Category
20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Keepsake 0.60 Carat Diamonds Engagement Ring 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Keepsake 0.60 Carat Diamonds Engagement Ring 14k Gold. The center diamond weights approx 0.25 carat
Category
1980s Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Size 6-
This sparkling ring features three round
Category
20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Size 5-
This sparkling ring features three princess
Category
20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Size 8-
This sparkling engagement ring features one
Category
20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Colombia Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring, 3.58 Carat GCS Certified
Located in London, GB
Natural Colombia Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring
3.58 Carat, GCS certified
Minor Clarity
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1970s British Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
18 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Size 5.25-
This sparkling ring features one round
Category
20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Size 7.5-
This beautifully detailed ring features a
Category
20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co Novo Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co Novo Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring Size 6-
This sparkling Tiffany Novo engagement
Category
20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Platinum and Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co. Platinum and Diamond Engagement Ring Size 5.5-
This sparkling Tiffany engagement
Category
20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Size 7
This sparkling ring features seven
Category
20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Size 8.75-
This sparkling ring features three princess
Category
20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
1.40ctw Diamond Engagement Ring In Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
1.40ctw Diamond Engagement Ring In Yellow Gold
Introducing an exquisite Ring, meticulously crafted
Category
Late 20th Century Contemporary Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Size 5.5 GAI Certified-
This sparkling engagement ring
Category
20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Size 6.75-
This sparkling ring features a
Category
20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Size 7.5-
This sparkling ring features three
Category
20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage 0.30 Carat Diamonds Engagement Ring 18k Solid Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 0.30 Carat Diamonds Engagement Ring 18k Solid Gold. The ring features high quality diamonds
Category
1980s Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Size 5.25-
This sparkling ring features one
Category
20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Size 5-
This exquisite engagement ring
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20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Size 7.25
This sparkling ring features one
Category
20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Size 6.5-
This exquisite ring features one
Category
20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Size 6-
This dazzling ring features one round
Category
20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Size 5.75-
This sparkling engagement ring features one
Category
20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
10 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
10 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Size 5.5-
This sparkling ring features three princess
Category
20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1.30tcw Diamonds Engagement Ring Detachable Set 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 1.30tcw Diamonds Engagement Ring Detachable Set 14k Gold. The Center diamond weights approx
Category
1980s Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Engraved Mid-Century Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a stunning mid-century diamond engagement ring in platinum with lovely engraved shoulders
Category
Mid-20th Century Modernist Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum, circa 1910
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Edwardian diamond engagement ring in platinum featuring one old European cut diamond weighing 1.85
Category
20th Century Edwardian Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
18k/PLATINUM Diamond Engagement Ring 0.27TCW
Located in Victoria, BC
Here is a beautiful 18k and PLATINUM Diamond Engagement Ring.
This ring features a 0.17ct old
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1950s American Modernist Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
14 Karat White Gold/Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold/Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring Size 7-
This sparkling engagement ring
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20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
Vintage Diamond Engagement Ring and Band 14k Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
A vintage diamond engagement ring highlighting a round brilliant diamond weighing approximately .25
Category
1970s Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Ladies Diamond Engagement Ring 1.60ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies diamond engagement ring set in 14k yellow gold.
Stamped 14k and weighs 6.3 grams.
The center
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring 0.70 ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies' diamond engagement ring with 14k white good setting.
Stamped 14k and weighs 6.1 grams gross
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Size 4.5
This stunning ring features one
Category
20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Engagement Ring Size 5.5
This sparkling ring features one
Category
20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Filigree Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18 Karat White Gold Filigree Diamond Engagement Ring Size 5.5-5.75
This elegant engagement ring
Category
20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Size 6.25-
This sparkling ring features 17 round
Category
20th Century Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
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Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings For Sale on 1stDibs
Browse a vast assortment of vintage diamond engagement rings for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Platinum and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. Our selection of items includes 12212 vintage examples as well as 4 contemporary versions. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. Our collection of vintage diamond engagement rings includes designs that are universally popular, but Art Deco and Retro styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Tiffany & Co., Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels are consistently popular. A selection of round cut, old european cut and oval cut can be found today on these pages. When shopping our range of vintage diamond engagement rings, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.
How Much are Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings?
Prices for vintage diamond engagement rings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $121 and can go as high as $5,150,000, while vintage diamond engagement rings, on average, fetch $5,500.
Finding the Right rings for You
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.
Questions About Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024No, an engagement ring does not have to be a diamond. Although diamonds are popular, rings featuring other gemstones like sapphires, rubies and emeralds can serve as engagement rings, and it's even possible to choose a ring made entirely out of precious metals with no gemstone accents of any kind. There really are no rules when it comes to engagement rings, so feel free to select any ring that appeals to you. Find a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024No, an engagement ring doesn't have to have a diamond in it. There really are no rules when it comes to engagement jewelry, so any ring that appeals to you can signify your intention to marry someone. Alternatives to diamond rings include simple band rings formed of precious metals and gemstone rings featuring rubies, emeralds, sapphires and other stones. Explore a diverse assortment of engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A vintage engagement ring is generally defined as an engagement ring that is 20 to 80 years old. By definition, “antique” applies to anything that is 100 years or older. The most popular vintage styles for engagement rings are Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco. Vintage engagement rings could feature traditional diamonds or colored gemstones. Find a wide variety of vintage engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Yes, engagement rings can be without diamonds. Many people prefer engagement rings that feature other types of gemstones. Alternatives to diamonds include sapphires, emeralds, rubies, moonstones, citrines, amethysts and topazes. Truly, any type of ring that appeals to you can serve as your engagement ring. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023A vintage engagement ring is generally any engagement ring that dates back 20 to 80 years. Rings that are 100 or more years old are antiques. The design of a vintage engagement ring is influenced by each era's artistic visions, cultural movements and preferences in materials, gemstones and motifs. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023You can buy vintage engagement rings from many sources. Local estate sales, auctions and secondhand shops can be good local sources. Another option is to shop for vintage pieces on trusted online platforms. You can find a large collection of vintage engagement rings from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023You can find vintage engagement rings in many places. If you want to shop in person, check out second-hand stores, auction houses and estate sales. Browsing the collections of trusted online platforms can also allow you to quickly discover many vintage pieces. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage engagement rings from some of the world's top dealers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Whether halo engagement rings are vintage depends on their age. Any ring made at least 20 to 80 years ago is vintage, while older pieces are antiques. Halo engagement rings emerged during the Art Deco period and have remained popular since. As a result, you can find many antique and vintage examples, as well as contemporary rings that show off a central gemstone surrounded by a halo of accent stones. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of halo engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023A vintage-style engagement ring is a piece of bridal jewelry designed in the style of rings produced in the past. Many vintage-style engagement rings borrow elements from Victorian, Art Deco or Edwardian jewelry. Although the rings may closely resemble authentic antique or vintage rings, they are actually contemporary pieces produced in recent years. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023Yes, vintage engagement rings are popular among some people. Many find the details of rings produced during the last 20 to 99 years to be visually appealing. In fact, some contemporary jewelry makers even draw inspiration from vintage designs. Some people also prefer vintage rings because they inherit them from relatives or because they like the idea of wearing an engagement ring that has a history. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023What it is called when an engagement ring has diamonds on the band depends on the style of the setting. Accent stones are smaller diamonds that flank a central stone, while halos are diamonds that encircle the main stone. A ring with diamonds set in a crease along the sides of the band has a channel setting. Pavé rings feature many small diamonds placed close together along the band. Find a wide range of diamond engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Black diamonds can make good engagement rings because they symbolize authority, power and passion. They also can be less expensive than clear diamonds.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022While diamonds signify love and devotion, a yellow diamond is meant to also signify knowledge, intellect and wisdom; it’s also seen as a hue of happiness and cheer. Receiving a yellow diamond engagement ring still signifies everlasting love much like a clear diamond, but it also is meant to bring an element of happiness and certainty—this is what makes it a popular diamond color for engagement rings. You’ll find a variety of yellow diamonds from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The three diamonds on an engagement ring mean friendship, love, and fidelity or past, present, and future.This type of ring is also called a Trinity or trilogy ring.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Black diamond engagement rings are popular for many couples. An antique, new or vintage black diamond engagement ring is an edgy, dramatic choice. Just keep in mind that with diamonds, it's all about sparkle, and the darkness of a black stone obscures its fire and brilliance. If the inky opacity of a black diamond seems a bit extreme and you'd like a little light to shine through, consider a gray diamond, which can be cut for maximum brilliance. Brides with a taste for the cool and unusual might also consider salt-and-pepper diamonds, which have white and black inclusions that produce a silvery gray, speckled look. Find black diamond engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The difference between vintage and antique engagement rings is age. For an engagement ring to be considered an antique, it must be at least 100 years old. Vintage engagement rings are pieces made at least 20 years ago. Shop a collection of vintage and antique engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The difference between vintage and classic engagement rings has to do with taste and time. Vintage engagement rings date back 20 to 80 years and occupy the sweet spot between historic and modern. Whether or not an engagement ring is "classic" may pertain solely to the style of the ring. The solitaire setting is considered a classic setting for engagement rings. Tiffany & Co. broadly helped put diamonds on the map in 1886 by introducing the American marketplace to the solitaire diamond design, which is still the quintessential engagement ring style. Designed to maximize a diamond's sparkle, the trademark Tiffany Setting elevated the stone on six prongs (in contrast to the bezel setting, which was common at the time). In the late 1800s, Cartier sought to render the diamonds in their engagement rings and other rings as brilliantly as possible, and the house's Solitaire 1895 engagement ring is considered a classic engagement ring. Find antique and vintage engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023Details that reflect the trends of previous eras are what make an engagement ring look vintage. During the 1940s, engagement rings often featured two-tone metal bands and small central stones flanked by accent stones like baguettes. During the 1950s, World War II-era restrictions on platinum were finally lifted, and many people chose platinum engagement rings set with a single brilliant-cut diamond. The 1960s brought colored gemstones into fashion, and engagement rings from the 1970s and ’80s often featured bold, flashy geometric designs. In the 1990s, marquise diamonds and white gold and platinum metals were popular. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024There are several reasons why people buy vintage engagement rings. Some prefer the way jewelry looked in decades past and select vintage pieces that fit their tastes. Others choose vintage engagement rings to get a unique, one-of-a-kind piece or like the idea of their jewelry having a long history. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Whether black diamond engagement rings are bad luck depends on a person's individual beliefs. In Italy, rubbing a black stone like a black diamond is considered good luck by some people. However, in India, black diamonds are a traditional symbol of bad luck. Find a variety of diamond engagement rings on 1stDibs.
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