$6,252Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1ct Pear Fancy Yellow Diamond with Diamond Halo Ring 18k White Gold
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
carat pear Fancy Yellow VS1 diamond, GIA graded. Complimented by 28 round brilliant diamonds, 0.61
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Two Tone 18k Yellow Gold and Platinum Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
commitment. Weight: 13 Grams Stones: 0.50tcw Vs1 Diamonds Measurements: 26.5 x 7.5 x 1.2 mm Size: 10.5
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1.54 Carat Old European Cut Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Title: 1.54 Carat Old European Cut Shape I-VS1 Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring Style
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Boucheron Paris 18K Gold Diamonds Sapphire Flower Ring
By Boucheron
Located in Flushing, NY
Approximate Dimensions: 5.5 (Ring Size) Approx. 0.56 carats (Sapphire) Approx. 0.3 carats (Diamond) D, VS1
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Tiffany and Co 1.57 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Designer: Tiffany and Co Title: Tiffany and Co 1.57 Carat Round Brilliant Shape H-VS1 Diamond
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany and Co 1.27 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Designer: Tiffany and Co Title: Tiffany and Co 1.27 Carat Round Brilliant Shape G-VS1 Diamond
Diamond, Platinum
14 Karat White Gold Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
mm. Approximate total diamond weight: .41 ct. Diamond clarity: VS1 Diamond color: F Ring Size
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 3.00 Carat Solitaire Diamond White Gold Estate Ring
Located in Miami, FL
pave set all the way around. 24pcs 1.01ct TW F-G VVS-VS1 diamond pave. Estate Ring.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$20,650Sale Price|30% Off
Certified Fancy Yellow Radiant 2.84 Carat Diamond Cocktail Ring Set in Platinum
By Simon Ardem
Located in New York, NY
Radiant cut Fancy Light Yellow VS1 diamond. Center stone measurements: 8.90 x 7.80 mm. Side stones: 1.16ct
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Shane Co 14k White Gold Mixed Cut Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
approximately 0.98 carats. The diamonds are graded H color with VS1 clarity, offering exceptional brightness and
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2.27 Carat Asscher Cut and Baguette Shape Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
: Engagement Metal: Platinum Gemstone 1: 1.57 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 1 Color: E Clarity: VS1 Shape
Diamond, Platinum
0.85 Ruby diamond engagement ring in 9ct white gold.
Located in London, GB
gemstone oval cut total weight 0.70ct Diamonds total weight 0.15ct F colour VS1 clarity Hallmarked The
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
3.23 Carat Asscher Cut and Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
: Engagement Metal: Platinum Gemstone 1: 1.2 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 6 Color: G Clarity: VS1 Shape
Diamond, Platinum
0.63ct Princess Diamond Trilogy Engagement Ring In 18ct White Gold
Located in London, GB
, and very slightly included (VS1) diamonds with a clear, white/colourless hue. The diamonds are
Diamond, White Gold
Tiffany and Co 0.80 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Designer: Tiffany and Co Title: Tiffany and Co 0.80 Carat Round Brilliant Shape D-VS1 Diamond
Diamond, Platinum
Hearts on Fire Destiny Teardrop Shape Halo Engagement Ring Round 0.88 Carat
By Hearts On Fire
Located in San Diego, CA
Brilliant Diamond 0.733 cts Diamond Color & Clarity: I / VS1 Diamond Girdle Inscription: HEARTS ON
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.18 Carat Tiffany & Co. Lucida Diamond & Platinum Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
engagement ring features a natural, excellent-cut, very slightly included VS1 diamond as the main stone, set
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co 1.49 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Designer: Tiffany & Co Title: Tiffany & Co 1.49 Carat Round Brilliant G-F VS1 Diamond Platinum
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co 1.49 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Designer: Tiffany & Co Title: Tiffany & Co 1.49 Carat Round Brilliant G-F VS1 Diamond Platinum
Diamond, Platinum
5.40 Carat Cushion and Baguette Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Title: 5.40 Carat Cushion Brilliant J VS1 and Baguette Shape J VS1 Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Diamond, 18k Gold
1.82 Carat Old European Cut and Baguette Diamond Platinum Vintage Ring
Located in New York, NY
Title: 1.82 Carat Old European Cut O VS2 and Baguette Shape K VS1 Diamond Platinum Vintage Ring
Diamond, Platinum
1.16 Carat Circular Brilliant Cut and Round Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Color: E Clarity: VS1 Shape: Round Brilliant Gemstone 2: 1.05 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 1
Diamond, Platinum
SCARSELLI 11 Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum
By SCARSELLI
Located in New York, NY
cut diamond set in an 18k yellow gold and platinum ring flanked by half-moons E VS1 diamonds totaling
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage Gem-Craft 13k Two Tone Gold 0.29ct Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
simplicity. Weight: 1.9 Grams Stone: Approx. 0.29ct (4.25 x 4.25 x 2.5mm) Stone Grade: F/G VS1 Diamonds
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Cartier 3.10 Carat Old European and Triangular Diamond 18K WG Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring Style: Engagement Metal: 18 Karat White Gold Gemstone 1: 0.7
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage "Toi et Moi" Ring in 18K Gold, Platinum, and Diamonds - Circa 1945.
Located in Nicosia, Cyprus
thousandths) Stones: Diamonds Diamond Weight: approx. 0.60 carat total Diamond Quality: estimated VS1 Diamond
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
$256,000Sale Price / set|20% Off
GIA Certified 5.01 Carat Emerald Cut E Color Diamond Ring in Platinum
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
brightness. Virtually perfect to the naked eye and under magnification, this VS1 diamond contains very small
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Diamond eternity fashion engagement ring 14k yellow gold
Located in London, GB
with a dazzling VS1 diamond that sparkles with every movement. Diamond bar Eternity measures
Diamond, 14k Gold
10.00 Carat Tourmaline 1.65 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Gems Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
Number of Stones: 12 Color: I Clarity: VS1 Shape: Round Brilliant Gemstone 3: 1 Carat Diamond
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
1.70 Carat Circular Brilliant and Marquis Diamond 14K Gold/Plat Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Gemstone 1: 1.55 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 1 Color: J Clarity: VVS2 Shape: Circular Brilliant Cut GIA
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
0.30 Carat White Diamond G Color VS1 Unisex 18k Gold Band Design Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
18 karats White Gold and embellished with 0.30 Carats G color Vs1 White Diamonds. This ring is
White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$240,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 5.02 Carat Cushion Halo Diamond Ring with Pavè in 18K White Gold
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
white gold. The center diamond, with a F color grade, offers a near colorless brilliance, while a VS1
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
$78,400Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co Platinum Halo Ring – 3.54 Carat Cushion Brilliant Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
timeless elegance. The centerpiece is a 2.04-carat Cushion Brilliant G VS1 diamond, radiating exceptional
Diamond, Platinum
9.35 Carat Radiant Fancy Yellow and Shield Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
(GIA) 5222713896 Gemstone 3: 0.65 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 1 Color: I Clarity: VS1
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 18k Two-Tone Gold Natural Fancy Yellow Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Cut Diamond Weighing 4.30 Carats Diamond Clarity: VS1 Diamond Color: Fancy Brownish Yellow Dimensions
Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$392,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 6.05 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Three Stone Ring in Platinum
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
appearance.Almost invisible inclusions give this VS1 diamond remarkable clarity, suitable for even the most refined
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
$104,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 4.04 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring with Trillion Cut Diamond
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
connoisseurs, this VS1 diamond presents minor inclusions that are challenging to detect under 10x magnification
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
$120,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 5 Carat Cushion Cut VS Diamond Engagement Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Elevate your love story with this exquisite GIA Certified 5 Carat Cushion Cut I Color VS1 Diamond
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
$208,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 4 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond D Color Ring in 18K White Gold
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
remarkably colorless, exuding pure, icy brilliance. Almost invisible inclusions give this VS1 diamond
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Oval Brilliant Diamond Hidden Halo Engagement 18K Ring Center 0.71 Ct F, VS1 GIA
Located in Honolulu, HI
brilliant cut diamond, color F and clarity VS1 with GIA diamond report. The diamond is set in four French
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$86,400Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 5.16 Carat Cushion Cut Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
character. A gem of rare purity, this VS1 diamond contains very small inclusions that are difficult to
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Gold, 18k...
2.00ct Diamond baguette emerald green trilogy engagement ring in platinum.
Located in London, GB
intensity, and very slightly included (VS1) diamond clarity grade. The brand of this beautiful piece of fine
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
0.70ct Round diamond wide unisex ring royal style in 18k yellow gold.
Located in London, GB
gold. Centre diamond 0.20ct G colour VS1 clarity. Weight of the ring 15.1g The ring can be resized
Diamond, Yellow Gold
0.65ct Beautiful Antique Ruby and diamonds Vintage Ring In 9ct Yellow Rose Gold.
Located in London, GB
design, set in 9ct yellow gold. The ring is adorned with a very slight inclusions (VS1) diamond clarity
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
Peter Suchy GIA Certified 1.83ct Asscher Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
to be treasured for generations. 1 Asscher cut E VS1 diamond, Approximate 1.83 carats. GIA
Diamond, Platinum
0.90ct Sapphire Diamond Eternity Solitaire Engagement Ring In Platinum
Located in London, GB
gemstones with an excellent cut grade and a very slightly included (VS1) diamond clarity grade. The ring is
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$200,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 4.18 Carat Emerald Cut E Color Diamond Three Stone Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
color rating, the highest degree of whiteness and brilliance, and a A VS1 diamond with minor inclusions
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.30ct Ruby Antique trilogy Engagement Ring 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
very slightly included (VS1) diamond clarity grade make it a truly exceptional piece. This ring is
Ruby, Yellow Gold
Ruby Antique Engagement Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
very slightly included (VS1) diamond clarity grade make it a truly exceptional piece. This ring is
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Emerald Cut Diamond 5.43 Carat Colombian Emerald Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Certified Colombian Emerald 5.43 Carats, 2 Emerald Cut Diamonds, H Color VS1 Clarity 0.90 Carats, G Color
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
GRS Cert. Vintage 8.5 Carat Vivd Blue Sapphire & Trapezoid Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
shank. Another key component to this ring's value is in the Trapezoidal cut Diamond side stones. At 1
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Victorian 14 Karat Gold 0.22 Carat Sapphire 0.20 Carat Diamond Double Snake Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
: - 1 sapphire, round cut, 0.22ct, B 6/3, VS - 1 diamond, old mine cut, 0.20ct, W-STW, VS Weight: 4.45g
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
5.05 Carat Natural Fancy Yellow Heart-Cut Diamond Engagement Ring GIA Scarselli
By SCARSELLI
Located in New York, NY
18k rose gold and platinum setting. GIA-certified fancy yellow VS1 diamond engagement ring with a
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gol...
Bespoke 3.20 Carat GIA Fancy Vivid Yellow Asscher Pear Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in London, GB
This spectacularly bespoke rare GIA Certified Asscher Cut and Pear Shape 3 stone Diamond Engagement
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
$5,200Sale Price|20% Off
Set in PT900, 1.09 carats, natural Colombian Emerald & Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Clarity: Average VVS1-VS1 ✦ Diamond Color: G-H ✦ Gemstone: Natural Colombian Emerald ✦ Gemstone Cut
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$8,800Sale Price|20% Off
Set in 18K Gold, 4.05 carats, Blue Sapphire & Rose Cut Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Average VS1 ✦ Diamond Color: G colour ✦ Metal: 18K Solid White Gold ✦ 18K Gold Weight: 7.89 gm Approx
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bespoke Platinum GIA 2.98 CT E VS1 Emerald Round Halo Diamond Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
This Stunning GIA Certified 2.01 Carat white color E, clarity VS1 Emerald Cut Diamond which is set
White Diamond, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphi...
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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