Edwardian Belle Epoque Natural Pearl Diamonds White Gold Platinum Crossover Ring
Located in London, GB
This ring is made in 18kt white gold and platinum. It has a ravishing twisted design. It is set with a natural creamy (with a touch of pink) pearl of 5,79 mm of diameter, and with 2...
Diamond, White Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Vintage 18ct White Gold, Diamond Three Stone Crossover Engagement Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Engagement Ring 18ct White Gold Stamped Circa 1990s This stunning vintage engagement ring from the 1990s features an exquisite design crafted in 18ct white gold, complete ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18ct Yellow & White Diamond Crossover Ring, 0.16ct Natural Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A stunning 18ct yellow & white gold crossover ring, elegantly designed with a flowing twist of gold and set with 0.16ct of natural diamonds for a timeless sparkle.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pave Diamond Crossover Ring in 14k Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Country/Region of Manufacture: India Style: Crossover Secondary Stone: Diamond Ring Shape: Crossover Main Stone Treatment: Not Enhanced Metal Purity: 14k Sizable: Yes Fancy Diamond C...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Diamond and Sapphire Crossover Ring
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A beautiful 18k white gold diamond and sapphire crossover dress ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
18kt White Gold Blue Sapphire and Diamond Thin Bypass Crossover Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Cute, dainty, and stackable 18-karat solid white gold crossover bypass ring. Set with 10 round-cut natural Blue Sapphires and Diamonds.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Fine 18K White Gold & Natural Pear Cut Diamond Crossover Ring Statement Jewelry
Located in Diera, AE
Make a bold statement with this exquisite diamond wrap ring, masterfully crafted in luxurious 18K white gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Crossover Ring Size 7.25-7.5 #22422
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K White Gold and Diamond Crossover Ring Size 7.25-7.5 Modern elegance meets timeless sparkle in this striking 14K white gold ring.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari Diamond Contraire Crossover Ring
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
This is a spectacular diamond ring from the luxury jewellery designer Bvlgari. The ring features two diamond clusters that are set in a crossover style. The three largest pear cut di...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold Round Ruby and Round Diamond Crossover Halo Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 14k white gold Rubies: 7 round cut = 0.48cttw Diamonds: round brilliant cut = 0.27cttw Color: G-H Clarity: SI1 Ring Size: 6.0 (please allow up to 2 additional business days...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold Round Ruby and Round Diamond Crossover Halo Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 14k white gold Rubies: 5 round cut = 0.78cttw Diamonds: round brilliant cut = 0.26cttw Color: G-H Clarity: SI1 Ring Size: 6.5 (please allow up to 2 additional business days...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,620Sale Price / item|20% Off
Art Deco Inspired Emerald & Diamond Crossover Cocktail Ring in 18K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This crossover cocktail ring features a 0.69 carat of emerald set in 18K white gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Large Diamond Crossover Fashion Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Everyone needs some fun and original jewelry in their collection. This creative ring is made of 78 round VS2, G color diamonds totaling 0.62 carats. Which is set in 5.0 grams of 18 k...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Diamond Crossover Band - 18k Round Brilliant .66ctw Ring Sz 6
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 Metal Content: 18k White Gold & 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .66ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: H - I Clarity: VS1 - VS2 Total Carats: .66...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Round and Baguette Diamond Crossover Ring 3.02 cttw in 18k White Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Natural Round and Baguette Diamond Ring 3.02 ctw in 18k White Gold Diamond Ring features 3.02 cttw of Natural Baguette Diamonds and Round Brilliant Diamonds set in a Crossover Styl...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
5.5 Carat Oval Cut Emerald & Diamond 18K White Gold Filigree Crossover Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Natural 5.5 Carat Oval Cut Emerald & Diamond Pave 18K White Gold Vintage Art Nouveau Style Filigree Crossover Ring.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ladies Cartier Paris Nouvelle Vague 18K White Gold Diamond Crossover Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Cartier Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K White Gold Ring Size: 6 Width: 9.15 mm Weight: 15.80 grams Lady's CARTIER rhodium-plated 18K white gold interlocking two-row, tw...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k Trendy Crossover Diamond Ring Natural Stone Solid Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
New Unique Trendy Artistic Crossover style Gold Ring 14k White Solid Gold approx 4.70 grams Finger size 7 Natural Diamonds approx 1.10 carat H-SI gift box and appraisal included (gm...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
5.5 Carat Oval Cut Emerald & Diamond 18K White Gold Filigree Crossover Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Natural 5.5 Carat Oval Cut Emerald & Diamond Pave 18K White Gold Vintage Art Nouveau Style Filigree Crossover Ring.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,712Sale Price / item|20% Off
Genuine 14 Karat White Gold 1.78Ct Natural Diamond Open Crossover Wedding Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Genuine 14 Karat White Gold 1.78Ct Natural Diamond Open Crossover Wedding Ring.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Le Vian Brown & White Diamond Crossover Sculptural Band Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By Le Vian
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This elegant Le Vian diamond band ring features a graceful crossover design that wraps fluidly around the finger.
Diamond, Brown Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold GIA 1.01ct Cushion Cut Diamond Crossover Shank Engagement Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K White Gold Ring Size: 6.5 Weight: 6.45 grams One ladies 18K white gold diamond engagement accented ring with a half-round shank. The metal was t...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Pave Diamond Crossover Band - 14k Round Brilliant .50ctw Rope Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 1 size for $40 or Down 1/2 a size for $40 Metal Content: 14k White Gold & 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .50ctw Cut: Round...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Alex Jona Ruby White Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Crossover Ring Band
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 Karat yellow gold crossover ring band, set with a square cut Burmese ruby weighing 0.67 carats and a square cut white diamond w...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Piero Milano White & Black Diamond Crossover Ring 18k Rose Gold 1.04cttw
By PIERO MILANO
Located in New York, NY
18k Rose Gold white and black diamond crossover ring by Piero Milano.
Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
14k Rose Gold 1ctw White & Fancy Champagne Diamond Double Crossover Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (54) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - G/H Color - SI1-I1 Clarity (53) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Fancy Champ...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Gabriel & Co. Diamond Crossover Band -White Gold 14k Round Brilliant .37ctw Ring
By Gabriel & Co.
Located in Greensboro, NC
Retail Price: $1820 Size: 6 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $35 or Down 1 size for $30 Brand: Gabriel & Co. Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Alex Jona 2.19 Carat Round Cut Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Crossover Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold crossover eternity style engagement ring featuring a solitaire round cut white diamond, weighing 2.19 carats, L Color, VS1 Clari...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Alex Jona Moi et Toi Champagne & Brown Diamond White & Rose Gold Crossover Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design one of a kind "moi et toi" Crossover ring. Designed and hand crafted in Italy in 18 karat white & pink gold.
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, ...
Rachel Koen Wide Diamond Crossover Ladies Ring 10k White Gold 0.60cts
Located in New York, NY
An absolutely beautiful diamond crossover multi-row wedding ring band, crafted in 10k white gold.
Diamond, 10k Gold
Cartier, 18K Gold Diamond Onyx 'Menotte' Crossover Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A sculptural ring by Cartier, designed as a bold crossover form in 18K white gold.
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
14K White Gold Sapphire and Diamond Crossover Ring Size 7 JAGi Certified #22655
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K White Gold Sapphire and Diamond Crossover Ring Size 7 JAGi Certified- This striking 14K white gold ring features ten square cut sapphires and 28 round brilliant cut diamonds set...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
TJD 1/2Carat Round & Baguette Diamond 14K White Gold By-Pass Crossover Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
A meaningful symbol of your never ending commitment. The ring is crafted from 14-karat white gold and features Round Brilliant 41 and Baguette - 18 white diamonds, Prong set shines i...
Diamond, White Gold
Natural Round Blue Sapphire and Diamond Crossover Ring in 18K White Gold
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat White Gold Blue Sapphire Round-Cut and Diamond Ring This oxford blue round solitaire sapphire ring is pure bliss. The round dark blue sapphire astutely placed in the bezel ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,500Sale Price|50% Off
NWT $11, 000 18KT Magnificent Yellow Diamond White Diamond Flower Crossover Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Beautiful Rare Important 18KT Gold Large Glittering Fancy Cut Yellow Diamond White Diamond Floral Flower Crossover Ring.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$4,725Sale Price|50% Off
NWT $9, 450 18KT Magnificent Fancy Yellow Diamond White Diamond Crossover Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Beautiful Rare Important 18KT Gold Large Glittering Fancy Cut Yellow Diamond White Diamond Crossover Ring.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$3,500Sale Price|50% Off
NWT $7, 000 18KT Magnificent Fancy Yellow Diamond White Diamond Crossover Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Beautiful Rare Important 18KT Gold Large Glittering Fancy Cut Yellow Diamond White Diamond Crossover Ring.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Emerald and Diamond Crossover Band Ring 0.72ct in 14K White Gold Size 7
Located in New York, NY
Elegant in motion and rich in contrast, this crossover band ring features a graceful intertwining of round emeralds and diamonds, set in polished 14K white gold.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
TJD 0.12 Carat Round Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Crossover Designer Fashion Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite 14K white gold crisscross wedding band ring featuring 6 round-cut white diamonds. This ring is superbly detailed to perfection and set with 0.12 carat of sparkling brillian...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$4,448Sale Price / item|20% Off
Spectrum Jewels 2.2Ct SI/H Diamond White Gold Engagement Crossover Ring In Stock
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Spectrum Jewels 2.2Ct SI/H Diamond White Gold Engagement Crossover Ring In Stock.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
South Sea Pearl and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Crossover Cocktail Ring
Located in London, GB
This sophisticated cocktail ring features a gorgeous 12mm white South Sea pearl in the centre of a twist cross-over mount, pavè set with round brilliant cut diamonds with an approxi...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Statement Crossover Band 14K (or 18k upon request) White Gold Diamond Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Baguette Diamond Crystal Open Wrap Ring is a dazzling masterpiece crafted in 14K white gold. Featuring 0.99 carats of baguette diamonds and 0.76 carats of full-cut diamonds, this...
14k Gold, White Gold
Effy 14k Rose Gold 0.66ctw Chocolate Brown & White Diamond Wide Crossover Ring
By Effy
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (11) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Fancy Chocolate Brown Color - 0.56ctw (approx.) (30) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - ...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Wide Pavé Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Crossover band Ring
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
This wide pavé diamond band ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold and designed with a polished crossover motif that recalls the shape of a stylized leaf. The design wraps smoothly aroun...
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
0.66ct GIA Round-Cut Diamond Halo Crossover Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Details: Main Stone: 0.66ct natural round-cut diamond Stone Quality: VS clarity, G color (GIA Certified) Side Stones: Approx. 0.15ct natural pavé diamonds Metal: 18K white gold (...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Diamond and Natural Pink Sapphire Crossover Band Ring in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 7.5 This stunning 14 karat white gold crossover ring showcases a mesmerizing blend of diamonds and natural pink sapphires.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Crossover Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
1955 hand crafted in Italy, 18 Karat rose gold crossover ring set with 0,22 carats of white diamonds and 0,18 carats of rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
0.85 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Crossover Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a striking crossover ring crafted from 18ct white gold. This piece focally features is a shield-cut sapphire, displaying a gorgeous deep blue hue which is accompanied by...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,332Sale Price / item|20% Off
0.47 Carat SI/H Marquise Diamond Crossover X Shape Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
0.47 Carat SI/H Marquise Diamond Crossover X Shape Ring 18 Karat White Gold features x shape ring studded with marquise cut diamonds on one half of the ring making it a crossover ban...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pavé Diamond and Pink Sapphire Crossover Wide Band Ring 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
You will absolutely love how this ring just shines on your finger! This stunning 14 karat white gold band ring features 198 natural white pave diamonds, G-H in color, SI1-SI2 in cla...
Pink Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Round Cut Diamond Ribbed Crossover Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
Material : 14KT Yellow Gold Gold Weight : 2.08 Gram Ring Size : EU-54, US-7, UK-N½ (Diameter-17.2mm) Set with : Diamonds Stone : 15 Natural Diamonds Diamond Carat : 0.15 Total Car...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 2.80 Carat Diamond Crossover Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a lovely two-stone diamond crossover ring. A duo of round brilliant cut diamonds have been individually claw set in white gold in a diagonal formation atop an 18ct yello...
Diamond, 18k Gold
White Gold Diamond Crossover Band 18k Round Brilliant .67ctw Ring SZ 6 3/4
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 3/4 Metal Content: 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 0.67ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: H - I Clarity: SI1 - SI2 Total Carats: .67ctw Style: C...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Crossover Solitaire Natural Diamond Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
★ MATERIALS ★ Stone: Natural Diamond Shape: Round Carat: 0.52 ct Clarity: SI Color: FGH Stone: Natural Diamond Shape: Round Carat: 0.42 ct Clarity: SI Color: FGH ★ THE ME...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold 1 3/4 Cttw Diamond Multi Crossover and Split Shank Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Effortlessly fusing architectural elegance and lustrous allure, this rhodium-plated 18K white gold cocktail ring is a symphony in design.
White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage 9ct Gold Crossover Ring with Pearls & Diamonds, Europe
Located in Portland, England
Details • Metal: 9ct gold (yellow and white gold setting), size: O (UK), 7 (US), weight: approx. 1.5 grams • Gemstones: Two natural pearls, accented with diamonds • Style: Crossover ...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold
$14,400Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Rose Gold Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Crossover Engagement Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Rose Gold Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Crossover Engagement Ring.
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose 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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