$3,400Sale Price|20% Off
Carat Jewellery 1.31ct Diamond Cluster Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This ring has a sophisticated design that combines various diamond cuts to create an elegant and timeless piece. The central marquise diamond at 0.50 carats draws the eye with its el...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Designer Signed 1.08 Carat Diamonds Cluster Ring 18k White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Designer Signed 1.08 Carat Diamonds Cluster Ring 18k White Gold. Each diamond is a VS to VVS clarity and G color.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
French 3.96 Carat Diamond and White Gold Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning vintage French 3.96 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold cocktail ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impre...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Ruby Diamond Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Exceptional 18k white Gold cluster ring features a 2.07 Carat oval-cut Ruby, surrounded by round brilliant cut Diamonds for a total approx. weight of 1.60 carats color H/I Vs clarity.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 3.61 Carat Diamond and White Gold Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 3.61 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold cluster ring; part of our diverse diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Ruby Diamond Cluster Bypass Ring - 10k Round .39ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Rubies Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .36ctw Cut: Round Na...
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, White Gold
Kallati Diamond Cluster Cocktail Ring - White Gold 9k Wavy Circle
Located in Greensboro, NC
Retail: $720 Size: 6 3/4 Sizing Fee: Down 2 for $35 or up 2 for $40 Designer: Kallati Metal Content: 9k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Total Carat(s): .15ctw Cut: ...
Diamond, 9k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold Cluster Ring with Cultured Pearl and Diamonds
Located in Berlin, BE
18k White Gold Cluster Ring with Cultured Pearl and Diamonds Center: Cultured Pearl Diamonds: 12 × Brilliant Cut Color: G–H Clarity: VVS2–VS2 Cut: Very Good Carat: 12 × 0.05 ct An e...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Ring in 18K White Gold
By Hand Made
Located in New York, NY
Custom Mede Ring Material: 18K White Gold Condition: Like New Sapphire: 3.90ctw Center Stone Diamond: 0.25ctw Diamond: 1.0ctw Clarity: VS1 Color: F Ring Dimension: Size: 7.5mm Thic...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
18K White Gold Mixed-Cut Diamond Leaf-Cluster Statement Ring
Located in Deira, AE
Design Style: Mixed-Cut Diamond Leaf-Cluster Bypass Ring Details:- Item Code: SER-29904 Category: Fine Jewelry Jewelry Type: Ring Metal: 18K White Gold Gross Weight: 2.43 Grams Natur...
Emerald, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Roshe Jewels 14K White Gold Black and White Diamond Cluster Ring, 0.99 Carats
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Roshe Jewels 14K White Gold Black and White Diamond Cluster Ring, 0.99 Carats This ring has 18 Black Round Cut Natural Diamonds that weigh 0.62 carats and 7 Round Cut Natural Diamon...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,600
Cluster Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
This beautiful ring is made of 3.8 grams of 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Cluster Ring Set with 0.12ct In 18ct Yellow & White Gold
Located in London, GB
A beautifully crafted diamond cluster ring, set in 18ct yellow and white gold, featuring 0.12ct of natural diamonds arranged in a cluster setting.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Emerald and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Complimenting the stone perfectly is a halo of bright white diamonds. The ring is modelled in 18ct white gold.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
White Gold Diamond Tiered Cluster Ring 14k Round Brilliant .25ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 8 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .25ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: H -...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Alphabet Initial-M-Letter Personal Diamond 0.11 Carat 9Kt White Gold Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A must-have in today’s personalisation jewellery trend, this refined piece forms part of the Illustrious Alphabet Collection by Hasbani Diamonds London. Expertly crafted in gold and ...
Diamond, White Gold, 9k Gold
3.00 Carat Diamond White Gold Three Stone Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Set in 18k white gold. Each diamond has a halo of round brilliant cut diamonds, giving this ring a voluminous appearance. 1 round brilliant cut diamond, G VS approx. .50cts 2 roun...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k White Gold with Champagne Diamond Flower Cluster Ring
Located in Sewickley, PA
This white gold diamond ring showcases a graceful floral inspired design with warm champagne diamonds at its center.
Diamond, 14k Gold
14K White Gold 2.40ct Diamond Princess-Cut Cluster Ring MF27-070226
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
A bold and substantial ring in 14K white gold, set with princess-cut diamonds totaling 2.40 carats arranged in a geometric cluster formation.
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
White Gold Diamond Cluster Cocktail Ring - 14k Round Brilliant 1.80ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .50ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color: E Cla...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14K White Gold Sapphire Diamond Cluster Ring 1.30 Carats
Located in Miami, FL
Metal: 14K White Gold Signature: Signed “JL” Center Stone: Sapphire, approx. 0.88 carats (cushion / modified square cut) Diamonds: 36 round brilliant-cut diamonds, approx. 1.30 carat...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-Century 18K White Gold Emerald & Diamond Daisy Cluster Ring
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
Technical Sheet: Finger Size: FR 56 / US 7 (resizable on request) Metal: 18K White Gold (750‰) Center Gem: 1 × Square-cut Emerald, ~0.50 ct Accent Gems: 24 × Round Brilliant Diam...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
$4,784Sale Price|20% Off
Large Substantial 14k White Gold 5.60ctw Fiery Brilliant Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Fiery Large Diamond Substantial Cluster Natural Diamond Ring –Stone(s): – (33) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Nice Fiery Brilliant White Diamonds - F-H...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond 1.10 Carats 18KT White Gold Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Dazzle and drama come together in this stunning Diamond Halo Cluster Engagement Ring, a true masterpiece set with unparalleled skill and craftsmanship in 18K white gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,512Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Diamond 0.71 carats 18KT White Gold Cluster Statement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
The 18KT White Gold Diamond Multi Cluster Ring is a breathtaking piece of jewelry, perfect for those special moments in life.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s 0.82ct Diamond Cluster Ring in 18k White Gold, Unisex
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive diamond cluster ring has been crafted in 18k white gold.
Diamond, White Gold
White Gold Diamond Men's Ring - 14k Round Brilliant 1.53ctw Cluster
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 8 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $50 or Down 2 sizes for $40 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .33ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color: H Cl...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond 0.42 Carats 18KT White Gold Cluster Minimalistic Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Crafted from luxurious 18KT White gold, this ring features a delicate cluster of sparkling diamonds with a total weight of 0.42 carats.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.13ct Tanzanite 18 Carat White Gold Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring
By Tobi Gem Setting
Located in London, GB
This exquisite 18 carat white gold engagement ring features a wonderful 1.13ct cushion shaped tanzanite mounted in a four claw, open back setting.
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond 18 Carat White and Yellow Gold Tablet Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This wonderful 'tartelette' ring is beautifully set with 16 fine quality round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.50ct in total, all mounted in a square 18 carat white g...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Diamond Cluster Cocktail Ring - 14k Round Brilliant 2.00ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 2 sizes for $40 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 2.00ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold Oval Diamond Cluster Ring, GIA E VS2, entourage
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
A unique and handmade 18k white gold cluster / entourage ring set in the centre with an oval cut natural diamond weighing 0.65ct accompanied by a GIA lab certificate stating that the...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$7,589Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 14kt. white gold 23.10 ct. jade diamond cluster ring
Located in Braintree, GB
Vintage 14kt. white gold jade diamond cluster ring. Made in Circa. 1970's Hallmarked with 585 gold mark and IPC maker mark.
Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold Ladies' Vintage Diamond Cluster Ring 0.50 ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14k White Gold Ladies Vintage Diamond Cluster Ring 0.50cts Size 7 5.3 grams total weight Excellent condition!
14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Cluster Ring Set with 0.60ct In 18ct Yellow & White Gold
Located in London, GB
A beautifully crafted diamond cluster ring, set in 18ct yellow and white gold, featuring 0.60ct of round brilliant cut natural diamonds arranged in a cluster setting.
Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Diamond Cluster Ring Set In 18ct Yellow & White Gold, 1.0ct
Located in London, GB
This stunning ring features a cluster of brilliant-cut diamonds set in 18ct yellow & white gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
French Mid Century 1.50 carat diamond 18k white gold cluster ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Mid Century French cluster ring arranges its eleven round brilliant diamonds — 1.50 carats total, G-H color, VS clarity — into a domed, flowerhead composition, a single diamond ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Cluster Ring Set with 0.50ct In 9ct Yellow & White Gold
Located in London, GB
A beautifully crafted diamond cluster ring, set in 9ct yellow and white gold, featuring 0.50ct of round brilliant cut natural diamonds arranged in a cluster setting.
Diamond, 9k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18k White Gold 1.56tcw H Si1 Diamond Floral Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in 18k white gold, the setting provides a crisp and luxurious backdrop that enhances the diamonds beautifully while reinforcing the ring’s refined vintage character.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond 0.37 carats 18KT White Gold Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Crafted in luxurious 18KT white gold, this ring boasts a total diamond weight of 0.37 carats.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Baguette Cut Diamond Cluster Dome Ring in 18k White Gold
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Baguette-cut natural diamond cluster dome ring set in a smooth 18 karat solid white gold setting.
Diamond, White Gold
Diamond Flower Cluster Ring in 18K White Gold, French Marguerite Design
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
An elegant diamond flower cluster ring crafted in solid 18-karat white gold, featuring a refined French marguerite design.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,112Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Diamond 0.40 carats 18KT White Gold Cluster Engagement Ring
By LUCEE DAIMONDS
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Crafted in 18KT white gold, this beautiful ring features a captivating cluster of diamonds at its center.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow and White Gold 3.5ct Diamond Cluster Ring MF20-021926
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
The tiered diamond cluster builds to a 15mm height, giving the ring a strong finger presence.In estate condition, this 18K Yellow and White Gold 3.5 ct Diamond Cluster Ring comes wit...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Alphabet Initial, H, Letter Personal Diamond 0.12 Carat 9Kt White Gold Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A must-have expression of the contemporary personalization trend, this Illustrious Alphabet Initial Ring by Hasbani Diamonds London is crafted in 9-karat white gold and set with natu...
Diamond, White Gold, 9k Gold
Alphabet Initial, C, Letter Personal Diamond 0.11 Carat 9Kt White Gold Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A must-have expression of the contemporary personalization trend, this Illustrious Alphabet Initial Ring by Hasbani Diamonds London is crafted in 9-karat white gold and set with natu...
Diamond, White Gold, 9k Gold
Alphabet Initial, I, Letter Personal Diamond 0.10 Carat 9Kt White Gold Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A must-have expression of the contemporary personalization trend, this Illustrious Alphabet Initial Ring by Hasbani Diamonds London is crafted in 9-karat white gold and set with natu...
Diamond, White Gold, 9k Gold
$649Sale Price / item|20% Off
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial, L, Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A truly captivating trend happening in the jewellery and luxury fashion world. Personalised, bespoke and skillfully hand-crafted jewellery is gaining momentum. Strengthen that pers...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
$649Sale Price / item|20% Off
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial, M, Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A truly captivating trend happening in the jewellery and luxury fashion world. Personalised, bespoke and skillfully hand-crafted jewellery is gaining momentum. Strengthen that pers...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Estate 14K White Gold Diamond Flower Cluster Ring, Blue Fire
Located in Denver, CO
This sparkling Estate ring forms an elegant eight-petal flower bejeweled with round brilliant-cut diamonds and centered with a round brilliant-cut diamond measuring approximately 0.2...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$958Sale Price|20% Off
14k Yellow & White Gold 0.80ctw Fiery Diamond Classic Cluster Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (19) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - H/I Color - I1-I2 Clarity Total Carat Weight: 0.80ctw (approx.) Material: 14k Yellow Gold w/ White Gol...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Emerald & Diamond Cluster Ring, 6.96ct Emerald, New
Located in LA, CA
Item # 8250 18K White Gold Emerald & Diamond Ring A sophisticated 18K white gold ring centered by a 6.96-carat natural emerald, framed by 2.64 carats of round brilliant-cut diamond...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond 0.37 carats 18KT White Gold Floral Cluster Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Celebrate the arrival of spring and summer with a beautiful Natural Diamond White Gold Flower Petal Designer Ring. This delicate and dainty diamond ring is the perfect gift for a you...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$10,299Sale Price / item|20% Off
Chic Everyday Diamond Cluster White Gold Engagement Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring Diamond 4-RND 55-0,28-4/6 Diamond 6-RND 57-1,08-4/6A Diamond 6-RND 57-0,04-4/6A Size 7 (ajustable) Weight 3.66 gram With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss je...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold with Center Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
14 Karat White Gold With Center Diamond Cluster Ring 0.25 total diamond weight.
Diamond, 14k Gold
White Diamond Vintage-Style Navette Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Brilliant white, round old cut diamonds are set in a cluster arrangement around a high relief 4-claw set diamond in the middle, completing the look of a memorable piece hand-crafted ...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$4,681Sale Price / item|20% Off
Everyday Classic Diamond Cluster White Gold Engagement Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 4-RND 55-0,5-4/6 Diamond 1-RND 49-0,2-4/5 Size 6.5 (ajustable) Weight 1.97 gram With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jew...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14K Rose & White Gold Old-Cut Diamond Cluster Ring 0.30ctw
Located in Miami, FL
A refined vintage diamond cluster ring crafted in solid 14K rose and white gold, featuring approximately 0.30 carats of charming old-cut diamonds arranged in a soft floral halo.
Diamond, Rose Gold, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold Vintage Art Deco Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Custom Material: 14k White Gold Diamonds: 9 round brilliant cut = 0.45cttw Color: H Clarity: SI1 Size: 7 (complimentary sizing available) Weight: 4.34 grams
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Marquise Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Cluster Cocktail Ring
Located in London, GB
Expertly crafted from luxurious 18 carat white gold, this cocktail ring is absolutely divine!
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
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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