Fancy intense yellow diamond three stone gypsy ring, circa 1950.
Located in London, GB
Fancy intense yellow diamond three stone gypsy ring. Set to centre with one old round cut diamond natural fancy intense yellow diamond, I2 clarity, with a weight of 1.49 carats in an...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified Three Stone Canary Fancy Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Fit for a princess! This unique three stone fancy yellow diamond engagement ring has to be seen!
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold, 1960s 3 Stone Diamond Band Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Diamond Band 18ct Gold Stamped 750 Circa 1960s This 18ct yellow gold band ring is an exquisite piece of jewellery that is sure to catch your eye.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1910s Diamond and 15K Yellow Gold Five-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive five stone diamond ring has been crafted in 15k yellow gold with a platinum setting.
Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2ctw 5 Stone Diamond Wedding Band Ring, 18K Yellow Gold, Ring, Stackable
Located in McLeansville, NC
This 18K yellow gold stackable diamond wedding band ring features five shimmering gemstones for a truly radiant look.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
18kt yellow gold Rubellite tourmaline and Diamond three stone ring
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
18kt yellow gold pink tourmaline (rubellite) and diamond three stone ring centered with an oval faceted pink tourmaline, flanked by two brilliant-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Natural Round Brilliant Diamond 7 Stone Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14K Yellow Gold Natural Round Brilliant Diamond 7 Stone Ring Product: 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring Ring Material: 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Details: The ring is set with 7 natural r...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 14k Yellow/White Gold 3 Stone Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Discover the timeless elegance of our Antique Trinity Stone Engagement Ring, crafted in luxurious 14k two-tone yellow and white gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Emerald Cut Two Stone Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This two stone ring features two GIA certified Emerald cuts diamonds weighing 0.72 and 0.69 carats with 0.06 melees set in 18K Gold. Size 6. Resizable upon request.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
14k Yellow Gold Two-Stone Tanzanite and 0.25ctw Diamond Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k Yellow Gold Two-Stone Tanzanite and 0.25ctw Diamond Ring Material: 14k Yellow Gold Style: 14k Yellow Gold Two-Stone Tanzanite and Diamond Bypass Ring Center Stone: Two Cut Natur...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.15 Total Carat Yellow Diamond Three Stone Ladies Ring GIA
By SEAWAVEDIAMONDS
Located in New York, NY
2.15 Total Carat Yellow Diamond Three Stone Ladies Ring. GIA Certified.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2.45ct Fancy Yellow Round Cut Three Stone Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A classic and elegant three-stone engagement ring centered around a 2.45 carat round brilliant fancy yellow diamond, GIA certified SI1 clarity.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold Stamped, Edwardian Four Stone Garnet Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Garnet Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1910 A sleek Edwardian 18ct yellow gold ring set with four matched garnets.
Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Flowers Stones Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
Agate, Carnelian, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Wide-Band Multi-Colored Stone Ring 8.25 #26760
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Wide-Band Multi-Colored Stone Ring Beautiful 14k yellow gold wide-band ring featuring an eye-catching arrangement of colorful gemstones.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold with Semiprecious Blue Stone - Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold with semiprecious Blue stone the total weight of the gold is gr 10,25 STAMP: 750 US SIZE 8
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$192,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 12.17 Carat Fancy Yellow VS1 Cushion Diamond Three Stone Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional statement of color, scale and brilliance, this magnificent three stone ring centers on a GIA certified 12.17 carat natural Fancy Yellow diamond of remarkable presence.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Three stone sapphire emerald ruby ring 18KT yellow gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
1ct center blue sapphire accompanied by diamonds, single ruby and single emerald in 18KT yellow gold. The gemstones are good-medium quality with some small inclusions seen by naked e...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cabochon Lapis Ring. Two Stone Lapis and Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Era: Circa 1980 Material: 14k Yellow Gold Ring Size: 4.5 Resizing: Can be resized at no extra cost.
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Diamond and Opal 5-Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage 14k yellow gold ring features a five-stone arrangement of opal cabochons, each displaying soft flashes of color that shift beautifully in the light.
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18ct Yellow Gold Five Stone Diamond Vintage Twist Ring
Located in London, GB
Complement your jewellery collection with this classic and elegant domed band ring, expertly crafted from rich 18 carat yellow gold. The beautiful ring features a meticulously carve...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Emerald Four-Stone Band - 14k Round .48ctw Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $50 or Down 2 sizes for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Emeralds Carat(s): .48ctw Cut: Round Color: Green Clari...
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Ruby Five-Stone Band - 10k Oval .79ctw Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $40 or Down 2 sizes for $30 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Rubies Carat(s): .79ctw Cut: Oval Color: Pinkish Red Total...
Ruby, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.91ct Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Three Stone Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A refined three-stone engagement ring centered around a 1.91 carat radiant cut fancy yellow diamond, showcasing vibrant color and brilliant faceting.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
4.36ct Three Stone Radiant Cut Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
An extraordinary three-stone diamond ring centered by a magnificent 4.36-carat Radiant Cut Fancy Intense Yellow diamond, certified by the GIA as VS1 clarity.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$1,000 / item
Blue Topaz Filigree Two Stone Ring in 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Two square-cut blue topaz gemstones define this Topaz Two Stone Ring, set in warm 9K yellow gold with delicate filigree detailing.
Blue Topaz, Topaz, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Natural Chalcedony Stone with Amethyst Cocktail Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
This Vintage piece of art is crafted in 14k yellow gold. It features an elegant marquise shape, natural Chalcedony gemstone with a halo of 12 round cut Amethyst gemstones. Top of the...
Amethyst, Chalcedony, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Yellow Gold Emerald Four-Stone Band - 14k Round .48ctw Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $50 or Down 2 sizes for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Emeralds Treatment: Oiling Carat(s): .48ctw Cut: Round ...
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
9K Yellow Gold Solid Garnet Vintage Style Three Stone Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
This garnet vintage-style three stone ring glows with creative romance, featuring a rich garnet at the center as the heart of the design.
Garnet, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Three Stone Amethyst Ring. 7.80ct Cushion Cut Amethyst Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Era: Handcrafted Vintage-Style Material: 18k Yellow Gold Ring Size: The ring is currently sized at 7 and can be resized at no extra cost.
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 3.05ct Diamond Chunky Three Stone Ring in Yellow Gold
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage diamond ring set in 18k yellow gold.
The ring is composed of 3 round brilliant-cut diamonds, flush-set across the front in a bold and chunky design. <...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.05ct Radiant Cut Fancy Yellow SI2 GIA Three Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A captivating expression of color and brilliance, this elegant three-stone engagement ring centers on a GIA-certified 2.05-carat Radiant Cut Fancy Yellow diamond with SI2 clarity.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1910s 0.45Ct Ruby 0.60Ct Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.45 carat ruby and 0.60 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold five stone ring; part of our antique ruby jewellery collections.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
1900s 1.32 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive five stone diamond ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with a 14k white gold setting.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18k solid yellow gold engagement ring - Two stone diamond ring - Vintage Romance
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this lovely romantic brilliant cut diamond ring. This two stone ring is made in 18 karat yellow gold and set with two small but very pretty brilliant cut diamonds in the ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1.95ct Turquoise Five Stone Ring, 18k Yellow Gold, Circa 1880
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.95 carat turquoise 18 karat yellow gold five stone ring; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Turquoise, Yellow Gold
Antique 14ct Yellow Gold, Art Nouveau Four Stone Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Art Nouveau Ring 14k Stamped Circa 1910 Art Nouveau 14ct gold ring, with flowing openwork shoulders and set with four matching old‑cut diamonds, each held in softly carv...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Sapphire Five-Stone Band - 14k Round .70ctw Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Sapphires Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .70ctw Cut: Round Color: Dark...
Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 5 Stone Diamond Ring – 18ct Yellow Gold, 0.17ct Natural Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A charming vintage three-stone diamond ring crafted in rich 18ct yellow gold, set with 5 natural diamonds totalling 0.17ct.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 1.78 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning antique five stone diamond ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.51 cts Certified Light Yellow Oval Three-stone Diamond Ring
By Leibish and Co. USA Inc
Located in New York, NY
A stunning light yellow W-X oval diamond 3 stone ring, with a center diamond weighing 2.51cts and certified by GIA.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
18K Yellow Gold Ruby Three Stone Ring with Diamonds Wedding Gemstone Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Three stone rings come with deeper meaning , traditionally symbolizing friendship , love - Three stone gemstone rings are a perfect choice to fulfill your engagement story.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Yellow Gold Ruby Eight-Stone Band - 14k Square 1.12ctw Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Rubies Treatment: Heating Carat(s): 1.12ctw Cut: Square ...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Cameo Ring with Stones
Located in Stamford, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Cameo Ring with Stones . Size 9 4 grams total weight
14k Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Four-Stone Ring - 14k Round Brilliant .20ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $60 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .20ctw Cut: Roun...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Retro 3-Stone Ring, 7.35ct Citrine & 3.26ct Garnets
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful pairing of burgundy and gold stones cut in sleek emerald cuts form a retro-style version of a classic 3-stone ring.
Citrine, Garnet, Yellow Gold
$7,200Sale Price|20% Off
Three stone engagement ring 18KT gold ring diamond ring fancy yellow ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stunning engagement ring with white diamond halo in 18KT gold, a bright ring with fancy yellow diamonds. GOLD: 18KT gold NATURAL DIAMOND(S) Clarity/Color: VS/G Carat:0.13ct Cut:Roun...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 14K Yellow Gold and Platinum 0.80ct Diamond Four-Stone Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
A captivating antique four-stone ring set with old mine cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.80 carats, each displaying the characteristic high crown, small table, and warm romantic...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold, 1940s Single Stone Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Engagement Ring 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum Circa 1940s Step back in time with this exquisite 1940s engagement ring, a stunning embodiment of vintage elegance.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Five-Stone Ring - 14k Marquise 1.00ctw Tiered
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1.00ctw Cut: Marquise Color: I - J Cl...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold Diamond with Yellow Diamonds Three-Stone Ring
Located in Queens, NY
14K White Gold Diamond Three-Stone Ring, featuring one prong set centered round brilliant cut diamond weighing approx. 0.50 carat, H-I color / SI1 clarity, flanked by two yellow dia...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14KT Yellow Gold Oval Diamond Cluster Bezel Ring with Accent Stones
Located in Antwerp, BE
Enhanced by shimmering diamond accents along the shoulders, it delivers a graceful, eye-catching shine suitable for everyday wear or special occasions. 14KT Yellow Gold Oval Diamond...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,720Sale Price|20% Off
18k Yellow Gold & Platinum Five-Stone Diamond Ring, 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your elegance with this stunning five-stone diamond ring, a true masterpiece crafted to perfection.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$1,720Sale Price|20% Off
18k Yellow Gold & Platinum Five-Stone Diamond Ring, 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your elegance with this stunning five-stone diamond ring, a true masterpiece crafted to perfection.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
0.54 Carat Yellow Diamond Vintage 1950s Multi-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Vintage 1950s multi-stone engagement ring featuring a 0.54 carat natural fancy yellow diamond surrounded by four sparkling white diamonds in platinum.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
3 Stone Sapphire & Diamond Ring – 18ct Yellow Gold, 0.48ct Natural Diamonds
Located in London, GB
An elegant three-stone ring crafted in 18ct yellow gold, featuring a beautiful 1.0ct oval natural sapphire as the centerpiece, flanked by two sparkling natural diamonds with a com...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
$15,560Sale Price|20% Off
2.04 cts GIA Certified Fancy Yellow Radiant Diamond Side-stone Ring
By Leibish and Co. USA Inc
Located in New York, NY
This 18K yellow gold ring showcases a GIA-certified Fancy Yellow Radiant diamond with VVS1 clarity, enhanced by elegant side stones for a refined, brilliant look.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hand-Crafted 14 Karat Yellow Gold Citrine Color Stone Ring
By I. Reiss
Located in Great Neck, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Polish and Texture-Finished Cocktail Ring, Centered with a 6.75ct Semi-Precious Citrine Color Stone, and Accented with 0.03 Carats of Bezel Set Diamonds.
Citrine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
7.20ct Radiant Cut Fancy Yellow Three Stone Diamond Engagement Ring
By Rick Shatz
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite three-stone diamond engagement ring is a breathtaking blend of platinum and 18K yellow gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 19th Century 18k Yellow Gold Burma Ruby Five Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
A superb antique 18k yellow gold ruby five stone ring circa 1880. The rubies are certified by the American Gemological Laboratory as Burma with no heat treatment.
Ruby, Yellow 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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