GIA Certified Unheated Purple Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring, 2.14 Carats
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful purple sapphire and diamond 3-stone ring features a natural, 2.14 carat unheated purple-colored sapphire set with perfectly-matched, D-color Asscher-cut diamonds!
Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Rose Gold, Platinum, Gold, 18k Gold
TRUDEL By Kurt Aepli Geometric Ring 18Kt Gold With 3.52 Ctw In Emerald & Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
Is sleek, fun, and easy to wear, very comfortable. Emerald: Mounted in the center in a bezel setting, with 1 oval pyramidal sugarloaf cabochon cut (9.4 x 6.3 x 5.82 mm) of a natural...
Diamond, Emerald, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Modern Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Cross over Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This 18carat gold crossover ring holds a row of sapphires and a row of diamonds. The rows of round cut diamond total approx 12pts and the square cut sapphires total approx 39pts. Ri...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.49ct Diamond 5-Stone Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Radiating with spectacular brilliance, this exquisite 18k white gold 5-stone ring features a stunning 1.00 carat square emerald cut natural diamond at its center.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Six Stone Baguette Cut Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Feature Diamond One Color I Clarity VVS1 Cut Emerald Content 0.60 carat Dimensions 5.37mm (length) x 4.80mm (width) x 3.46mm (depth) Feature Diamond Two Color G Cla...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 3 Carats G Color VS2 Clarity Square Emerald Solitaire Diamond XX-N
By Nikabell fine Jewels
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
This exceptional GIA Certified 3.00 carat Square Emerald Cut diamond is graded G color and VS2 clarity, offering excellent transparency, elegance, and refined brilliance.
Diamond
Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Three-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This classic three stone ring holds an square cut sapphire measuring 35pts at the centre and either side there is a shimmering round cut diamond measuring 5pts each. Modelled in 18ct...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold
Magnificent 18k Yellow Gold Antique Style Ring w/ 0.83 ct Natural Diamonds IGI C
Located in רמת גן, IL
A captivating antique style ring with a dazzling 0.8-carat square emerald cut natural diamond.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 3.51 Cts Gold and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, US
Centering a square emerald cut diamond. Diamond weighs a total of 3.51 carats 18 karat white and yellow gold Size 4 3/4 Total weight 11.19 grams Accompanied by GIA report no. 2151621...
Diamond, Gold
Art Deco 0.82 CTW Diamond Platinum Vintage Ornate Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old European cut diamond weighing approximately 0.70 carat total - I color with SI1 clarity Bead set in a grooved square form head with a pierced bombé shaped surround D...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Marchak Paris 1960's 2.53 CT Diamond Platinum Vintage Wire Dome Ring GIA
By Marchak
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an emerald cut diamond weighing 2.53 carats - D color with VS2 clarity Prong set east to west with a tiered twisted rope motif surround Gallery is comprised of domed platin...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco sapphire and diamond cluster platinum engagement ring This beautiful Art Deco ring is set to its centre with a royal blue emerald cut sapphire with a classic diamond clu...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Rectangle Aquamarine Onyx Diamond Vintage Inspire Art Deco Style White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Fashioned in Art Deco style, the ring features a glittering halo of round brilliant cut diamonds with onyx at the corners that frames a gleaming 3.6 carat (approx) emerald cut aquama...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold
Gregg Ruth 18KT Yellow Gold Ring with 1.34Ct. Citrine Center & 1.59Ct. Rhodolite
By Gregg Ruth
Located in New York, NY
Citrine=1.34 carats Rhodolite = 1.59 carats Stamped GR750 Ring size 6-3/4 sizing may be available
Citrine, Rhodolite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elongated Octagon Blue Topaz & Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Flanking the topaz are two square-cut sapphires, adding depth and contrast near the ring’s shoulders.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Baguette Blue Sapphire & Diamond Art Deco Style Solitaire 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Number: 40 Weight: 0.55 Carat (approx. total weight) This ring will be made to your order in 3-6 weeks, contact us to find out more.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,940Sale Price|30% Off
Aquamarine and Diamond Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
(approx. total weight) Size: US 3 - 8 available Center Gemstones Type: Aquamarine Shape: Emerald Cut Size: 10 x 8 mm.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$3,290Sale Price|30% Off
Aquamarine Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Style Cocktail Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
(approx. total weight) Size: US 3 - 8 available Center Gemstones Type: Aquamarine Shape: Emerald Cut Size: 10 x 8 mm.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Blue Topaz Pink Tourmaline and Pearl Vintage Style Dinner Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
CHARACTERISTICS Status: Made to order Origin: Thailand Metal: Solid 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: US 3-8 Total Gemstones Weight: 0.89 carat.
Pearl, Topaz, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
New Platinum & Gold GIA 2.28ct Fancy Intense Yellow Asscher Sides Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Square Radiant Cut - Prong Set - Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond - VS2 Clarity - 1.15ct (exact - certified) ** See Certification Details Belo...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
ART-DECO Revival Ring In 14Kt Yellow Gold With Blue Sapphires & VS Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Sapphires: Mounted in prongs setting, with 3 calibrated emerald and princess squared cut of natural vivid blue sapphires with a total weight of about 1.05 carats.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
COLOMBIAN EMERALDS Necklace Chain Pendant In 14Kt White Gold With 1.65 Carats
Located in Miami, FL
Emeralds: Mount in four-prongs settings, with 3 graduated faceted squares cuts of natural Colombian vivid green emeralds from the Muzo mines.
Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Oval Cut Green Emerald & Diamond Vintage Inspired Antique Style Bee Pin Brooch
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
The bee is thought to symbolise brightness, joy, beauty and celebration. This emerald and diamond bee brooch is buzzing with elegance. Made in 18k white gold and adorned with an appr...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$60,812Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K White Gold 32.43ct Natural Zambian Emerald Necklace, Milestone Birthday Gift
Located in Deira, AE
Set in 18K white gold, the necklace carries a gross weight of 33.07 grams, with 25.01 grams of gold content. The emeralds are natural Zambian material, emerald and square step-cut, t...
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$49,000Sale Price|20% Off
11.40 Carat Multi-Shape Natural Diamond Chandelier Earrings in 18K White Gold
Located in Deira, AE
Item Code:SEE-112440A Metal: 18 Karat White Gold Gross Weight: 21.23Grams Gold Weight: 18.95 Grams Natural Diamond Weight: 11.40 Carat Diamond Clarity: SI Diamond Color: H–I A rema...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$56,786Sale Price / set|20% Off
Natural Diamond Ear Climber Earrings 15.01 Carats in 18K White Gold
Located in Deira, AE
A striking expression of modern luxury, these Natural Diamond Ear Climber Earrings are designed to make an unforgettable statement. Expertly crafted in 18K white gold, the design gra...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
4.22 Carat Tourmaline 0.23 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Pendant - Art Deco
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Tourmaline Quality: Colour Red/Pink Cut Emerald Content 4.22 carats Dimensions 11.75mm (length) x 7.92mm (width) x 5.28mm (depth) Diamond Quality: Colour (average grades) G Clarity ...
Diamond, Tourmaline, White Gold, 18k Gold
$24,064Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K White Gold 7.07ct Natural Zambian Emerald Necklace, Milestone Birthday Gifts
Located in Deira, AE
The emeralds are natural Zambian material, emerald-cut, totaling 7.07 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Collar Necklace of 18K Gold Openwork Plaque Links Set w Diamonds & "Big 3" Gems
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
We acquired this dramatic and sexy collar in 2024. It's a custom piece, reportedly made sometime between 1960 and 1980 by a Los Angeles goldsmith, but the piece is not signed. We w...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18...
$72,000Sale Price|20% Off
Multi Gemstone Choker Necklace, Ring, Bracelet, and Earring Matching Set set in
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
Ring: Set in 18K Yellow Gold gross weight 14.01 grams. 46 Round Brilliant Cut Natural Diamonds Color G-H Clarity VS-SI equal 4.25 carats. 10 Square Mixed Cut Natural Rubies equal 0.2...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Stud Earrings 14k White Gold Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The size and quality of the gemstones is what makes these earrings stand out. Radiant cut diamonds combine the elegance of the emerald cut with the sparkle of the round brilliant cut.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
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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