GIA Certified 6.00 Carats Multi-Shape F/VS1 Diamonds Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By Nikabell fine Jewels
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Designed as a true statement piece, this ring blends contemporary sophistication with timeless elegance. --- Details: Total Diamond Weight: 6.00 carats Diamond Shapes: Pear, Emerald...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural 0.20cts Zambian Emerald & 0.49cts Diamond Ring in 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This stunning, designer-made Ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features an EMERALD gems...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Natural 3.99cts Blue Sapphire & 0.43cts Diamond Ring in 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This stunning, designer-made ring is crafted from 18-carat yellow gold and features a BLUE S...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Natural 3.84cts Pink Sapphire & 0.21cts Diamond Ring in 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This stunning, designer-made ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a PINK SAPPHIRE...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Fine Diamond & Ruby Platinum Band Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A simple yet elegant and fine quality platinum band featuring 2 large asscher-cut diamonds weighing 0.75 carats, about 0.37 carats each!
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Natural 0.71cts Emerald, 1.02cts Ruby & 0.76cts Diamond Ring in 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This stunning, designer-made, HEART-SHAPED ring is crafted from 18-carat white gold and feat...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
9K Yellow Gold Solid Natural Citrine and Diamond Vintage Style Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Number: 4 Weight: 0.04 Carat (approx.) An attractive ring box is included.
Diamond, Citrine, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
$22,640Sale Price|20% Off
Leon Mege platinum ring with natural hot-pink sapphire and diamond daguettes
By Leon Mege
Located in New York, NY
The Asscher cut sapphire accompanied by GIA report #5161149243 is a crystal-clear beautifully faceted gem framed with eight step-cut E-F/VVS custom-cut diamonds, 1.04-carat TW.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Natural 0.23 cts Zambian emerald & 0.49 cts diamond heart ring 18k gold
Located in New York, NY
Real emerald heart shape ring 14K gold Natural 1.20ct big emerald heart diamond ring gold Emerald pinky ring Emerald cut proposal ring GEMSTONE DETAILS : ✦ Gemstone : Emerald ✦ G...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Natural 2.66cts Multi-sapphire & 0.08cts Diamond Ring in 14k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This stunning, designer-made Ring is crafted from 14-carat gold and features a multi-sapphir...
Sapphire, 14k Gold
9K Yellow Gold Solid Blue Topaz and Diamond Vintage Style Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Number: 4 Weight: 0.04 Carat (approx.) An attractive ring box is included.
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural 6.29 cts multi sapphire with 1.13 cts diamond ring in 18k gold
Located in New York, NY
Rainbow sapphire princess cut diamond big ring gold Natural multi sapphire with diamond ring gold Vibrant rainbow sapphire ring gold GEMSTONE DETAILS : ✦ Gemstone : Emerald ✦ Gems...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Natural 4.36cts multi-sapphire & 0.35cts Diamond Ring in 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This stunning, designer-made Ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a multi-sapphir...
Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s David Webb Emerald and Diamond Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum with an AGL certified, Colombian origin Emerald weighing 4.43 carats, and a GIA certified Asscher cut Diamond weighing 3.10 carats, G c...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Natural 0.71 cts emerald & 1.02 cts ruby & 0.76 cts diamond ring in 18k gold
Located in New York, NY
Emerald Ruby heart with diamond heart cut ring gold Natural emerald ruby heart diamond ring gold Emerald ruby heart two stone ring gold GEMSTONE DETAILS : ✦ Gemstone : Emerald / R...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Peridot Engagement Ring with Ruby and Diamond Halo in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
An octagonal peridot takes center stage in this refined Peridot Engagement Ring, where princess-cut rubies and brilliant diamonds create a beautifully balanced geometric composition.
Diamond, Peridot, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
9K Yellow Gold Natural Blue Sapphire and Diamond Vintage Style Floral Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
*Pictures have been enlarged to show details* GEMSTONE(S) I Stone: Natural Blue Sapphire Color: Blue Shape: Asscher & Oval Size: 4, 3 x 2.5 mm. Number: 3 Weight: 0.45 Carat (app...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Paris Art Deco Royal Blue 2.3 Carat No Heat Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Jewelry Details: Item Type: Ring Metal Type: Platinum Gemstones: Sapphire, Diamond Weight: 4.04 grams Size: 6.75 adjustable Era: Art Deco, circa 1920s–1930s Brand: Cartier (Paris Hal...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$7,440Sale Price|20% Off
Leon Mege Montpassier Style Platinum Diamond Ring with a Natural Pink Sapphire
By Leon Mege
Located in New York, NY
Romantic "Eye of the Passion" micro-pave ring features a 1.24-carat natural sapphire in a light-pink hue paired with brilliant diamond shields. Micro pave diamonds wrap around the ma...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Go...
Yellow Gold Diamond Ring - 14k Round Brilliant .73ctw Engagement
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 1/2 a size for $30 or Down 1/2 a size for $30 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .41ct Cut: Rou...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$7,314 / item
3.00ct Yellow Diamond 14K Gold Eternity Band Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Metal : 14k, 18K (Upon Request) Diamond Total Carats : 3ttcw Diamond Cut : Natural Earth Mined Conflict Free Asscher Cut Diamond Clarity : VS-SI Diamond Color : F-G Color : White Gol...
Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$2,940Sale Price / item|20% Off
Zambian AAA Emerald Diamond Wedding Ring for Christmas in 14k Solid Rose Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Zambian AAA Emerald Diamond Wedding Ring for Christmas in 14K Gold featuring natural emerald of 3.23 carats and diamonds of 0.57 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Natural 4.78cts Emerald Ring in 14k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This stunning, designer-made ring is crafted from 14-carat gold and features an EMERALD gems...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Leon Mege Platinum Engagement Ring with Natural Pink Sapphire
By Leon Mege
Located in New York, NY
Natural unheated Asscher-cut 1.30-carat pink sapphire 36 Ideal-cut natural D-F/VVS diamonds 0.77 carats total weight Four natural pink sapphires Platinum and 18K rose gold Finger siz...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Pl...
Pink Sapphire Blue Topaz Diamond Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
(approx. total weight) Size: US 3 - 8 available Center Gemstones Type: Pink Sapphire Shape: Asscher Cut Size: 5 x 5 mm. Number: 1 Weight: 0.80 Carat (approx. total weight) Accent G...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.95tcw Five Stone Emerald & Diamond Engagement Ring, 18K Emerald Trapezoid Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Introducing a truly exceptional engagement or right-hand ring showcasing a natural Colombian emerald of 1.45 carats, Asscher cut from the renowned Muzo mines.
Emerald, 18k Gold
Natural 2.66 cts Rainbow sapphire ring in 14k gold
Located in New York, NY
Rainbow Sapphire name letter ring gold Natural sapphire letter alphabet ring gold Custom rainbow name ring gold Emerald cut ring band STONE DETAILS : ✦ Gemstone: Rainbow Sapphire...
Sapphire, 14k Gold
Art Deco Diamond Ruby Onyx Geometric Bracelet in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Number: 4 Weight: 1.20 Carat (approx. in total) Accent Gemstones II Type: Ruby Shape: French Cut Number: 120 Weight: 9.00 Carat (approx. in total) Accent Gemstones III Type: Onyx S...
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$68,250 / item
4.32ct Diamond Cluster 14K White Gold Statement Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Make a bold and elegant impression with these Magnificent Statement Diamond Cluster Earrings, expertly crafted in radiant 14K white gold. Featuring a captivating cluster of brilliant...
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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