Long before the Tiffany & Co. store became an iconic New York City breakfast spot, the company was a stationery and gift shop. It would later build an international reputation for fine silver and earn its place in jewelry history with the iconic six-prong Tiffany Setting, introduced in 1886. Since then, Tiffany has indeed been an important arbiter of style in the design of diamond engagement rings, and today the legendary house is one of the most prominent purveyors of luxury goods in the United States, known widely for its expertly crafted necklaces, bracelets, earrings and other jewelry.
Tiffany & Co. was established in Connecticut in 1837 by Charles Lewis Tiffany and John B. Young. Charles had launched the company’s famed catalogue, the Blue Book, and, with it, the firm’s signature robin’s-egg blue in 1845. In 1853, Tiffany and Young shifted their focus to fine jewelry. At the start of the Gilded Age, in 1870, Tiffany & Co. opened its flagship store at 15 Union Square West in Manhattan.
While Tiffany & Co. gained renown all over the world for its designs for silver tableware, ceremonial silver and other objects, its jewelry was also a highly sought-after indicator of status and taste. The firm additionally became closely associated with diamonds, even lending its name to one particularly rare and exceptional yellow stone. Tiffany bought the Tiffany Diamond in its raw state from the Kimberley Mine of South Africa in 1878. Cut to create a 128.54-carat gem with an unprecedented 82 facets, it is one of the most spectacular examples of a yellow diamond in the world.
Tiffany & Co. broadly helped put diamonds on the map in 1886 by introducing the American marketplace to the solitaire diamond design, which is still the quintessential engagement ring style. Designed to maximize a diamond’s sparkle, the trademark Tiffany Setting elevated the stone on six prongs (in contrast to the bezel setting, which was common at the time). This setting raises the stone above the band, allowing its facets to catch the light.
Among the firm’s glittering creations of the late 19th century were masterworks of Art Nouveau jewelry. The revolutionary work of Tiffany’s designers continued to evolve in the 20th century. The French-born Jean Schlumberger joined the house in the mid-1950s and designed jewelry until he retired in the late 1970s. His body of work encompassed sculptural, often whimsical, forms, boldly colored gemstones and the iconic pailloné-enamel bangle of which Jacqueline Kennedy was a fan. He was the first designer to mount the famous Tiffany Diamond in a jewel.
Other designers whose pieces have filled Tiffany’s trademark light-blue boxes include Elsa Peretti, known for her softly sculpted organic forms; Paloma Picasso, whose Graffiti collection was inspired by 1980s pop culture; Angela Cummings, who created exquisite juxtapositions in her work by mixing precious gemstones with wood and iron; and Frank Gehry, who translated his architectural forms into jewelry.
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TIFFANY & Co. Platinum .32ct Diamond Engagement Ring 5.25
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum .32ct Diamond Engagement Ring 5.25 Metal: Platinum Size: 5.25 Diamond: Round brilliant diamond, carat total weight .32, Color H, Clarity VVS2 Hallmark: "©TIFF...
Diamond, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum .39ct Diamond Engagement Ring 4.75
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum .39ct Diamond Engagement Ring 4.75 Metal: Platinum Size: 4.75 Diamond: round brilliant diamond, carat total weight .39, I color, VS2 clarity Hallmark: ©TIFFAN...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Knife Edge Solitaire Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany & Co. Knife Edge Solitaire Diamond Engagement Ring A truly exceptional Tiffany & Co. engagement ring featuring their iconic knife edge solitaire design, crafted in p...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum .40ct Lucida Diamond Engagement Ring 4.75
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum .40ct Lucida Diamond Engagement Ring 4.75 Metal: Platinum Size: 4.75 Weight: 4.30 grams Diamond: Tiffany Lucida cut diamond, carat total weight .40, H color, ...
Diamond, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum Diamond Sapphire Three Stone Engagement Ring 8.5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum Diamond Sapphire Three Stone Engagement Ring 8.5 Metal: Platinum Size: 8.5 Weight: 5.10 grams Diamond: one round brilliant cut diamond, carat total weight .53...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile Platinum .19ct Diamond Engagement Ring 5.25
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile Platinum .19ct Diamond Engagement Ring 5.25 Metal: Platinum Size: 5.25 Weight: 5.90 grams Diamond: round brilliant diamond, carat total weight .19 Hallmark: ©TI...
Diamond, Platinum
TIFFANY Soleste Platinum Cushion-cut .34ct Diamond Double Halo Engagement Ring 6
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Soleste Platinum Cushion-cut .34ct Diamond Double Halo Engagement Ring 6 Metal: Platinum Size: 6 Center diamond: 1 cushion cut diamond, carat total weight .34, G color...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 3.26 Carat True Cut Diamond Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
An elegant Tiffany & Co. True® solitaire engagement ring, crafted in platinum and centered with a Tiffany 3.26 carat True™ Cut cornered square radiant brilliant cut diamond. The...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 5.56 Carat Cushion Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Experience timeless elegance with this stunning Tiffany & Co. Legacy ring. Crafted in luxurious platinum, this exquisite piece showcases a captivating 5.56 carat cushion-cut diam...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 2 Carat Soleste Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
This elegant Tiffany & Co. Soleste engagement ring showcases a magnificent 1.81 carat round brilliant cut center diamond, expertly set in platinum. The center stone is graded F c...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 2.14 Carat Fancy Vivid Yellow Antique Brilliant Diamond Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
An extraordinary Tiffany & Co. ring set with a 2.14 carat Antique Brilliant Cushion Cut diamond of Fancy Vivid Yellow color, a classification reserved for the most saturated and ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 2.45 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
An extraordinary Tiffany & Co. emerald cut diamond solitaire engagement ring featuring a magnificent 2.45 carat natural diamond of exceptional rarity and quality. Among Tiffany &...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Mid Century 1950 Tiffany & Co GIA Flawless 2 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Prepare to fall in love with this Tiffany & Co. Internally Flawless diamond engagement ring. An antique 2.03 carat old mine cut, hand-faceted with the broad facets, high crown, large...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Novo Platinum Cushion Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany & Co. NOVO Platinum Cushion Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Embrace timeless elegance with this exquisite 1.76 ct Tiffany & Co. NOVO Platinum Cushion Brilliant ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 2.34 Carat Round Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional and highly sought-after Tiffany & Co. engagement ring, crafted in platinum and set with a magnificent round brilliant cut diamond weighing 2.34 carats. The center...
Diamond, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum Novo Round Cut .58ct Diamond Engagement Ring 5.5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum Novo Round Cut .58ct Diamond Engagement Ring 5.5 The round brilliant center diamond is set among four slim prongs, giving this timeless ring a feminine spirit...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.61 Carat Tiffany Novo Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
An iconic and highly sought-after engagement ring from Tiffany & Co., belonging to the celebrated Tiffany Novo collection, known for its refined proportions and timeless elegance...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Soleste 8 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
A remarkable expression of Tiffany & Co.’s iconic craftsmanship, this Soleste engagement ring showcases an exceptional 8 carat round brilliant cut diamond of E color and VVS2 cla...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 4 Carat Emerald Cut Engagement ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
A refined Tiffany & Co. platinum engagement ring showcasing a remarkable natural emerald cut diamond of exceptional presence and elegance. The center stone displays a beautifully...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 3.91 Ct. Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany & Co. Three Stone Engagement Ring, featuring a remarkable total weight of 3.91 carats. This exquisite piece showcases a captivating center diamond, a Natural Round Brilli...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 5 Carat Legacy Cushion Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional and highly collectible Tiffany & Co. Legacy engagement ring showcasing a breathtaking 5 carat Legacy Cushion Brilliant Cut diamond set in platinum. A true statemen...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Platinum .37 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring 5.5 with Certificate
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum .37ct Diamond Engagement Ring 5.5 Metal: Platinum Size: 5.5 Diamond: Round brilliant diamond, carat total weight .37ct, H color, VS1 clarity Hallmark: ©TIFFAN...
Diamond, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum .33ct Diamond Engagement Ring 5.25
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum .33ct Diamond Engagement Ring 5.25 Metal: Platinum Size: 5.25 Diamond: Round brilliant diamond, carat total weight .33ct, Color I, Clarity VVS2 Hallmark: "©TI...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 5.26 Ct. Oval Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany & Co. Novo engagement ring is an exceptional piece of jewelry. A stunning oval brilliant-cut diamond serves as its centerpiece, graded as a natural diamond with a nearly...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 4.38 Ct. Soleste Oval Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany & Co. Soleste Oval Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring. This exquisite piece features a stunning total diamond weight of 4.38 carats, highlighted by a magnificent cente...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 1.61 ct Square Diamond Tiffany True Engagem
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. 1.61 ct Cut Cornered Square Mixed Cut Diamond Tiffany True Engagem PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: Z154985 Listing Title: Tiffany & Co. 1.61 ct Cut Cornered Square Mixed ...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 5 Ct. Round Brilliant Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional Tiffany & Co. platinum engagement ring centered around a striking round brilliant cut diamond of impressive presence and brilliance. The center stone is of outstan...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Legacy Platinum Asscher Cut .56ct Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 5.5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Legacy Platinum Asscher Cut .56ct Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 5.5 Metal: Platinum Size: 5.5 Center diamond: 1 Asscher cut diamond, carat total weight .56, H color, VS...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Platinum 2.11 Carat Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 3X
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional Tiffany & Co. platinum diamond halo engagement ring centered by a magnificent 2.11 carat round brilliant-cut diamond of remarkable brilliance and fire. Elegantly m...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 1.3 ct Cut Cornered Square Cut Diamond Tiffany True Solitaire
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. 1.3 ct Cut Cornered Square Cut Diamond Tiffany True Solitaire PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: Z148348 Listing Title: Tiffany & Co. 1.3 ct Cut Cornered Square Cut Diamond Tiffany ...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. GIA 2.04 carat Ceylon sapphire diamond platinum ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Tiffany & Co. sapphire and diamond ring is a timeless expression of refinement, balance, and iconic craftsmanship. At its center rests a beautifully proportioned sapphir...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Tiffany & Co Round Diamond 0.46 ct E VVS1 18k Yellow Gold & Plat Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co. Solitaire Engagement Ring Style: Prong-Set Ref. number: 171/15/30125789 Metal: 18k Yellow Gold & Platinum PT950 Size / Measurements: 6.0 - sizable Main Diamond: Ro...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Tiffany & Co Soleste Cushion 0.22 CT Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co Double Row Soleste Diamond Engagement Ring Style: Halo with Bead Set Diamond Band Ref. number: 2050956 Metal: Platinum Pt950 Size / Measurements: 4.5 sizable / 2 mm...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co Platinum Soleste 0.50 Ct. Center Oval Diamond Engagement Ring G VS1
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A platinum Soleste solitaire featuring a 0.50ct oval brilliant diamond graded G in color — near colorless, facing up bright and white — and VS1 in clarity, with inclusions undetectab...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 1940s Retro Sapphire Diamond 18K Gold Vintage Floral Cocktail Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a dimensional floral burst motif featuring calfs-head cut sapphire petals With additional calfs head and round cut sapphires prong and bezel set in burst Weighing approxi...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co Harmony Diamond Engagement Ring Round 1.15 cts G VS1 Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co. Style: Harmony Engagement Ring Serial Number: 68207614 / U05092161 Metal: Platinum PT950 Size: 5.25 - sizable Diamond Shape: Round Brilliant Diamond 1.15 cts Dia...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co Round Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring 1.02 cts F VS2 Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co. Style: Tiffany Setting Engagement Ring Serial Number: 67527682 / T12260529 Metal: Platinum PT950 Size: 5.25 - sizable Diamond Shape: Round Brilliant Diamond 1.02 c...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co Engagement Diamond Platinum Original Ribbon Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Original Tiffany & Co. Ribbon engagement ring. approx 1.01ct TW, most about F-G-H and VS range. Center diamond 0.44ct Marked: Tiffany & Co. PT950 0.44 serial # 21302767 Ri...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co.Soleste 0.92 Carat G VVS2 Cushion Halo Platinum Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Baltimore, MD
Tiffany & Co.Soleste 0.92 Carat G VVS2 Cushion Double Halo Platinum Engagement Ring Diamond: 0.92 carat G VVS2 cushion natural diamond Accent diamonds: Approx. 0.50 CTW F-G VVS r...
Diamond, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum .30ct Lucida Diamond Engagement Ring 5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum .30ct Lucida Diamond Engagement Ring 5 Metal: Platinum Size: 5 Weight: 3.50 grams Diamond: Tiffany Lucida cut diamond, carat total weight .30, F color, VV...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany Schlumberger, Platinum 18K Gold Yellow Diamond Diamond Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
circa 1970s. Yellow diamonds total approx. 0.8ct, round brilliant-cut diamonds total approx. 1.5ct. Ring size: 4.5 Weight: 7.5 grams Stamp: "Tiffany & Co.", "Schlumberger"
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum .59ct Diamond Engagement Ring 5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum .59ct Diamond Engagement Ring 5 Metal: Platinum Size: 5 Diamond: round brilliant cut diamond, carat total weight .59, VS1 clarity, H color Hallmark: TIFFANY &...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Novo Platinum 0.95ctw Princess Cut Pave Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Tiffany & Co. Gender: Ladies Metal Type: Platinum Size: 5.5 Width: 1.78 mm Weight: 3.09 grams TIFFANY & CO. ladies 950 platinum, diamond solitaire engagement, ...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Soleste 2 Carat Diamond Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Soleste 2 Carat Diamond Ring An exquisite Tiffany & Co. Soleste diamond ring crafted in solid Platinum 950, weighing 6.6 grams. At its center lies a 2...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany Three Stone Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Carat Weight: 3.16 ct. Color/Clarity: F VVS1 Certifications: GIA Size: 5 Creator: Tiffany & Co. Metal: Platinum Weight: 7.85 grams Period: 1961 Tiffany Three-Stone Engagement Ri...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Rubies Three Stone Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Embrace sophistication with this exquisite Tiffany & Co. ring, crafted in 18k gold and adorned with a 5.0 x 5.0 x 3.0mm diamond weighing approximately 0.5 carats, in the E-F colo...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 0.94 ct Solitaire Diamond Ring in a Tiffany & Co. Platinum Setting
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine estate solitaire diamond engagement ring. In .950 platinum. This ring is a wonderful marriage of a vintage Tiffany 6-...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 1.71 ct Round Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. 1.71 ct Round Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 152826 Listing Title: Tiffany & Co. 1.71 ct Round Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring Condit...
Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 2.56 ct Round Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. 2.56 ct Round Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: Z148553 Listing Title: Tiffany & Co. 2.56 ct Round Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring Condi...
Diamond, Platinum
TIffany & Co. Platinum Legacy .98ct Center Cushion Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A Tiffany & Co. Legacy engagement ring crafted in platinum (Pt950), set with a 0.98 carat cushion-cut center diamond surrounded by a halo of round brilliant diamonds. Additional ...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Enchant Double Diamond Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Lexington, KY
This gorgeous enchant double heart ring was made by the renowned Tiffany & Co. in platinum with diamond. The ring features over 100 bright white, sparkly, diamonds that are VS in...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Tiffany & Co. Material: Platinum Diamond: 1 round brilliant cut = 0.75ct Color: H Clarity: VS1 Ring Size: 4.5 Weight: 4.58 grams
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. LEGACY 2.02 tc D VS1 Cushion Diamond Halo Engagement Ring Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co. LEGACY Cushion Diamond Engagement Ring Style: Halo Ref. number: 26455502/l01150031 Metal: Platinum PT950 Size: 6 Total Diamond Weight: 2.02 tcw Main Diamond: Cushion M...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co., 2.02 Carat Brilliant Cut Diamond "Novo" Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond cut: Novo Modified Cushion Carat: 2.02 carats Color: G Clarity: VVS2 Inscription: T&Co. W071XXXX Side Diamonds Carat: 0.16 carat total Color: D-G Clarity: IF-VVS Metal: Pla...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Round Brilliant Diamond 1.22 cts I VS1 Platinum Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co. Round Brilliant Diamond Solitaire Classic Engagement Ring Style: 6-Prong Solitaire Ref. number: 33402309 Metal: Platinum Pt950 Size / Measurements: 4.75 - sizable M...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 1.35 ct Diamond Lucida Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. 1.35 ct Diamond Lucida Engagement Ri PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: Z154881 Listing Title: Tiffany & Co. 1.35 ct Diamond Lucida Engagement Ri Condition Description: Tiff...
Platinum
TIFFANY & CO Round Diamond 1.60 cts G VS2 Solitaire Engagement Ring Certificate
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring Style: Solitaire 6-Prong T&C Diamond Certificate: 31545102/O02200084 Metal: Platinum. PT950 Size: 6 sizable Main Diamond: Round Brillia...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. .54 Ct Lucida Cut Diamond Engagement Ring G-H, VVS2-VS1 IGI Cert
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A Tiffany & Co. Lucida® engagement ring featuring a 0.54 ct Lucida cut diamond set in platinum. The diamond is graded G-H color and VVS2–VS1 clarity and is laser inscribed with i...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring Round 0.60 ct I VVS1
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co. Round Brilliant Diamond with Channel Set Band Engagement Ring Style: Solitaire with Accents Ref. number: 171/17/18942526 Metal: Platinum PT950 Size: 6.5 sizable TCW...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co Tiffany Setting Round Diamond 1.01 CTS H VS2 Engagement Ring Plat
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co. Tiffany Setting Round Diamond Engagement Ring Style: Solitaire Ref. number: 24334066 / J03140361 Metal: Platinum Size: 5 sizable Measurements: 2 mm Main Diamond: ...
Diamond, Platinum
Shopping for the right antique, new or vintage engagement ring can prove daunting. Whether you’re looking for that perfect Art Deco engagement ring, an antique Edwardian period engagement ring or a fashionable contemporary alternative, it’s important to choose a style that speaks to you.
Rings have long been signifiers of marriage and committed relationships. The modern diamond engagement ring can be traced back to 1477, when Archduke Maximilian of Austria commissioned an expensive diamond ring for his betrothed. Diamond rings subsequently became extremely popular among the European aristocracy. Later, during the Victorian era, the popularity of diamond engagement rings had filtered down to the middle class, owing to the increasing accessibility — and affordability — of gold and diamonds.
Authentic antique Victorian-era engagement rings were frequently set in rose or yellow gold and they are highly collectible. Designs for Victorian engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal. Diamonds were likely to be small rose- or old-mine-cut (the ancestor of today’s cushion-cut) stones. The former are often associated with antique styles like Victorian or Georgian, as rose-cut diamonds are uncommon in modern jewelry. The diamonds were typically set in a group of five in a band or as a solitaire.
Victorian-era engagement rings also saw other gemstones accompanying diamonds. Small seed pearls and moonstones were popular. Other sentimental and romantic motifs such as hearts and stars took hold as well. When Prince Albert became engaged to Queen Victoria, he gave her a serpent ring with emerald eyes, her birthstone. This initiated a widespread craze for snake jewelry.
In 1886, esteemed American luxury firm Tiffany & Co. introduced its solitaire diamond design, which is still among the most popular styles of engagement rings. The Tiffany Setting raises the stone above the band on six prongs, allowing its facets to catch the light and reflect through the stone.
French jewelry house Cartier, which pioneered the use of platinum in fine jewelry and helped define Art Deco, sought to render the diamonds in their engagement rings and other rings as brilliantly as possible. The brand’s timeless Solitaire 1895 engagement ring gave the impression of delicate lace.
Edwardian and, afterward, Art Deco engagement rings that followed in the wake of Queen Victoria’s death in 1901 would be characterized by complex geometric designs and platinum settings. Owing to the Art Nouveau movement, nature was a major theme for Edwardian jewelry, while the diamond ring designs of the Art Deco period were inspired by Cubism as well as ancient Egypt. Art Deco engagement rings are bold and colorful and feature gems cut in nontraditional ways.
Engagement rings designed during World War II were made from two-toned metals and smaller stones. Large stones were scarce, and platinum was reserved for the military. Postwar engagement rings were intended to be simpler and focused on the beauty of the diamond. In 1947, De Beers Consolidated Mines, with the support of Philadelphia ad agency N.W. Ayer & Son, introduced the slogan “A diamond is forever” in a marketing campaign that emphasized a connection between diamonds and romance. Diamond sales skyrocketed, and diamond engagement rings became intertwined with the post–World War II marriage boom, which coincided with the ascension of specific diamond cuts.
The round brilliant cut, which consists of an astounding 58 facets, continues to be the most popular cut to this day. Jewelers such as Harry Winston had already gained a reputation for his talents by the time the De Beers campaign debuted, and he is said to have favored emerald-cut diamonds.
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