Vintage Blue Sapphire and Carre Diamond Toi et Moi Crossover Ring, 18K Gold
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Oval Cut Stones, Blue Sapphire and Carré diamond Engagement Ring setting. Mounted and hallmarked 750
Vintage Blue Sapphire and Carre Diamond Toi et Moi Crossover Ring, 18K Gold
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Oval Cut Stones, Blue Sapphire and Carré diamond Engagement Ring setting. Mounted and hallmarked 750
Vintage Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring Solitaire Setting in Platinum ~2.02ctw
Located in Fairfield, CT
Vintage Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring Solitaire Setting in Platinum ~2.02ctw This Elegant
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Marquise Diamond on a Platinum Setting Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
This elegant ring is crafted in platinum. It features a continuous row of marquise-cut white
Diamond, Platinum
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Enchanting Ruby and Diamond Ring in 900pt Halo Setting
Located in Bloomington, MN
Enchanting Ruby and Diamond Ring in 900pt Halo Setting Introducing our enchanting ring, a true
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum, Sterling Silver
Emerald Cut Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring A timeless and sophisticated engagement ring, this white gold
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
GIA 2.01ct D Color VS2 Pear Shape Diamond Ring in Platinum Setting
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA 2.01ct Pear Shape Center Vintage Diamond Ring in Platinum Diamond Ring features a GIA
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 0.94 ct Solitaire Diamond Ring in a Tiffany & Co. Platinum Setting
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine estate solitaire diamond engagement ring. In .950 platinum. This ring is a wonderful
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 2.00 Carat Diamonds & Ruby Engagement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 2.00 Carat Diamonds & Ruby Engagement Ring. Beautiful diamond settings with white baguette
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Diamond Ring in Vintage Cluster Setting Set with Old Cut Diamonds
Located in London, GB
This enchanting vintage-style ring demands a closer look. Its marquise shape mount elongates the
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
0.85ct Diamond Art Deco Carved Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
Deco engagement ring is a true work of art. The ring showcases a platinum mount beautifully centred
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.11 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
GIA certified Natural faint brown round diamond engagement ring. Platinum setting with two round
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified Imperial Jadeite Jade Type A Ring In Vintage Platinum Setting
Located in Miami, FL
cut diamonds set in a vintage platinum ring. The Jade features an impressive and scarce natural
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Diamond Solitaire Ring, 14 Yellow and White Gold Raised Setting, .05 ct Marquise
Located in Milford, DE
setting, set on a 14K yellow-gold tapered band. A stylish classic design! Ring size US 7 3/4 Hallmarks
Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage Platinum Engagement Ring Emerald Cut Diamond 6.28cts Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A stunning vintage platinum engagement ring featuring an emerald cut diamond, flanked with trapeze
Diamond, Platinum
Birks .86 Carat Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By Birks
Located in Stamford, CT
Birks diamond engagement ring. Platinum three-stone setting with round center diamond with two
Diamond, Platinum
.84 Carat Round Baguette Diamond Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Classic platinum diamond solitaire engagement ring. Platinum setting with baguette side stones. The
Diamond, Platinum
1.18ct Fancy Brown Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
This vintage 1950's ring is the ideal engagement ring for women that would love to wear a piece of
Diamond, Platinum
Signed Engraved Modernist 14 Karat Gold & Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine studio Modernist engagement ring. In 14k yellow gold setting. Prong set with a round
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
EGL Certified .75 Carat Diamond Three Stone Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Beautiful Mid-Century 1950's diamond platinum engagement ring in its original setting. A .75 Carat
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 3.18ct Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
This beautiful Art Deco style, 1950's engagement ring features a natural royal blue oval sapphire
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
.35 Carat Diamond Art Deco Platinum Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Art Deco 1940’s three-stone diamond engagement ring. Handmade platinum setting with a .35ct center
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.07 Carat Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Ideal transitional cut diamond platinum engagement ring. Platinum setting with tapered baguette
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 3.51 Carat Sapphire Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Bright blue oval sapphire and diamond three-stone engagement ring. 14k white gold setting accented
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.48ct Old Cut Diamond and Platinum Art Deco Vintage Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
Introducing a charming engagement ring that promises to stand out from the crowd and enchant with
Diamond, Platinum
2.83ct Cushion Blue Sapphire & Diamond 18K White Gold Five-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
Celebrate love with this elegant take on the classic engagement ring. Crafted in solid 18 carat
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980's .60 Carat Solitaire Diamond Engagement Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Circa 1980's diamond engagement ring in a setting with a split shank and gallery that leads to a
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring Round 2.08 cts F VVS2
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co. Tiffany Setting Solitaire Engagement Ring Style: Solitaire 6-Prong Certification
Diamond, Platinum
3.31ct Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat White & Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous engagement ring is beautifully centered with 3.31ct vibrant red oval shaped ruby
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18ct White Gold and Platinum 1960s 1.32ct Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
This beautiful diamond spray cluster ring exudes mid-century vintage glamour. A gorgeous round
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
.69 Carat Light Brown Marquise Diamond Three-Stone Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Natural faint brown Ideal cut Marquise and baguette diamond three-stone engagement ring. 14k white
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 0.99 Carat Old Cut Diamond and Platinum Engagement Ring, Circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
tell. This romantic engagement ring dates back to around the 1950s and features a striking 0.99ct old
Diamond, Platinum
1.65ct Old Cut Diamond Palladium & 18 Carat White Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
Get ready to fall in love with this fantastic vintage solitaire engagement ring, dating back to
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Palladium
Transitional Cut Diamond 18ct White Gold & Platinum Engagement Ring, c.1950's
Located in London, GB
Step back in time with this charming vintage engagement ring, dating to the 1950s, masterfully
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
2.58 Carat Colombian Emerald and Old Cut Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous vintage three-stone engagement ring features a rectangular cushion cut Colombian
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum, 18k Gold, White Gold
Oval Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat White and Yellow Gold Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
engagement ring is a captivating lively red oval shaped ruby, weighing an estimated 1.30 carats, and expertly
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
O.69 Carat Diamond and 18 Carat Yellow and White Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
This striking solitaire diamond ring exudes mid-century glamour. This charming ring boasts a
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Five Stone Old Cut Diamond Ring in 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
early 20th century. This is a gorgeous ring that would be equally perfect as an engagement ring, or as a
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Style 0.30 Carat Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Ring, circa 1970s
Located in London, GB
A lovely Art Deco style engagement ring set with a round brilliant cut diamond weighing 0.30ct in
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.83 Carat Old European Cut Diamond and Ruby Platinum Ring, circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
This one of a kind Art Deco style ring is unique in its shape, designed at an angle with scrolled
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold 2.13 Carat Emerald Cut Turban Diamond Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Wear it as a statement ring or as an engagement ring, whatever you think it is best for we approve
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring with a Tiffany & Co. Platinum Setting
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine estate platinum and diamond solitaire engagement ring. In .950 platinum. The band marked
Diamond, Platinum
Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Yellow Gold Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
engagement ring. At its heart lies a breathtaking vibrant red cushion shaped ruby, with an approximate weight
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Diamond and Yellow Gold Platinum Set Solitaire engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diamond engagement ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with a platinum setting. The engagement ring
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Pink Sapphire & Diamond Halo 18K Gold Coronet Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
Get ready to fall in love with this stunning coronet cluster engagement ring - a timeless design
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Whit...
6.60 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
This wonderful platinum dress ring features an impressive royal blue oval sapphire weighing 6.60ct
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
18ct White Gold Ruby and Old Cut Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
engagement ring. We date this beautiful piece to the 1960s or 1970s, and it's finished with French hallmarks
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.61ct Aquamarine and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
This vintage cluster engagement ring features a vibrant oval aquamarine in the centre weighing 2.61
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Halo 18K Gold Coronet Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
engagement ring or as a statement piece to celebrate life's most meaningful moments. Measuring UK finger
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Whit...
1980s 1.22 Carat Cabochon Cut Sapphire 18 K Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
bullet cabochon cut blue sapphire, six claw/prong set within a scalloped edged setting. The engagement
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Carat White Gold Large Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring, England, 1973
Located in London, GB
This absolutely stunning 8x1 diamond cluster ring is set with a 1.53 carat round brilliant cut
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Cluster 18 Carat Gold Engagement Ring, 1974
Located in London, GB
This wonderful coronet cluster engagement ring features a cabochon emerald of a beautiful colour
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Antique Art-Deco Emerald Diamond Engagement Platinum Ring Pear Shape
Located in US
Antique Art Deco 1940s fine pear shape Colombian emerald and diamond three-stone engagement ring
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
South Sea Pearl and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Cluster Flower Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
This charming cluster engagement ring, exquisitely crafted from 18 carat white gold, is centred
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18ct Yellow Gold Vintage Toi Et Moi Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous Toi Et Moi ring is set with two scintillating round brilliant cut diamonds totalling
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Marquise Diamond Two-Stone Twist 18 Carat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
back settings with an approximate combined weight of 1.10 carat. This lovely ring is made in 18ct
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Wedding Band Platinum Diamond Eternity Ring 1960s Estate Jewelry Size 10
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
they sit against each other. Some engagement rings have high settings that allow a band to slide neatly
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
Wedding Bells Diamond 14 Karat Gold Ring, Band, Elevated Setting, .05 Carat
Located in Milford, DE
square, setting. Two smaller diamonds accent the gorgeous centerpiece on each side. The perfect ring for
Diamond, 14k 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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