Cabochon Ruby and Mixed-Cut Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in New York, NY
Cabochon Ruby and Mixed-Cut Diamond Ballerina Ring Description: This magnificent cocktail ring is crafted in solid 18k white gold and centers on a significant 3.29-carat oval caboch...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.55 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a sublime ballerina ring featuring a deep blue sapphire as the centrepiece. The sapphire is elegantly framed by a halo of white tapered baguette-cut diamonds, creating a...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond and Ruby Ballerina Brooch by Pampillonia Jewelers
By Pampillonia
Located in Bethesda, MD
This elegant brooch was designed and made at Pampillonia Jewelers. The skirt is done in a matte finished rose gold with the bottom outlined in diamonds. • Metal: 18kt Rose Gold and ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Oval Ruby and Tapered Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in New York, NY
Oval Ruby and Tapered Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring This ballerina-style cocktail ring is crafted in solid platinum and features a vibrant .94-carat oval ruby at its center. The r...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$12,400Sale Price|20% Off
Estate 21.25CTW Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional estate platinum ballerina ring showcasing a breathtaking emerald-cut aquamarine weighing an impressive 19.26 carats.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
1960s Cabochon Ruby Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
Located in New York, NY
An elongated cabochon ruby weighing approximately 3.80 carats is the center piece of this 1960s ballerina ring. Mounted in platinum with the gallery embellished by bright white and s...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
3.16 Carat Ruby Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A classic ballerina style ring featuring a large 3.16 carat ruby! It has an oval shape with a bright rich color. It is complemented by 3.08 carats of baguette-cut and round brilliant...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Ruby 1ct & Diamond Ballerina Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Ring in 18k Yellow Gold. The ring features a 1ct round ruby in the center, accented by a halo of tapered baguette diamonds. The ring is a size 7.25 and we...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Royal-Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A lovely platinum ring featuring a fine oval-shape sapphire weighing 1.27 carats. It has a rich intense royal-blue color that is simply exceptional. It is set in the middle of a spra...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Cats Eye Chrysoberyl Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A large and impressive cats eye chrysoberyl takes center stage. It weighs 12.29 carats and has a strong cats eye (known as chatoyancy) when a light hits the stone or when it's outsid...
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Platinum
Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An exceptional natural Australian black opal weighing 1.99 carats takes center stage! It has fantastic play-of-color and bright strong flashes of greens, blues, oranges, and yellows ...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Marquise Diamond with Tapered Baguette Halo Ballerina Ring
Located in New York, NY
Marquise Diamond with Tapered Baguette Halo Ballerina Ring Description This is a platinum ballerina-style ring. It features a marquise diamond in the center. The center stone is su...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Yellow Gold Ballet Shoes Charm - 14k Ballerina Dancer
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Theme: Ballet Shoes, Ballerina Dancer Measurements Tall (from stationary bail): 1/2" (12.2mm) Wide: 9/32" (7.1mm) Interior of top bail opening measu...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fine Jadeite Jade Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A large, bold, and impressive cocktail ring featuring a superb gem jadeite jade. It weighs 8.94 carats and has a rich vivid grass green color. Adding to the list of superlatives, the...
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Pearl 2.35ct Diamond 18ct White Gold Ballerina Ring
Located in London, GB
Discover the elegance of our 18ct white gold ring, showcasing a lustrous white pearl surrounded by 32 baguette diamonds in a captivating floating ballerina setting. In the Victorian ...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
9.16 Carat Tanzanite Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A contemporary fashion ring showcasing a captivating 9.16 carat tanzanite as its centerpiece. The stone displays a deep blue color with a slight hint of purple, mesmerizing the eye w...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum
17mm Red Coral Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking coral, measuring 17mm, commands attention in this contemporary cocktail ring. The coral displays a vivid red color, bold and eye-catching. Encircling the coral are mixed-c...
Coral, Diamond, Platinum
Platinum 1.25ct Diamond and Sapphire Ballerina Ring MF01-062626
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This ballerina ring is a timeless piece that will continually captivate.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A mesmerizing GIA-certified black opal cocktail ring featuring a vibrant double cabochon displaying rich, earthy flashes of blue and violet fire. The striking oval center stone (18.4...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Carl Bucherer, Emerald and Diamond Ballerina Ring
By Carl F. Bucherer
Located in Chicago, IL
This fun cocktail ring boasts an emerald cut emerald weighing approximately 3.10 carats surrounded by 28 tapered baguette cut diamonds weighing approximately 2.50 carats total. Beaut...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
18 Karat White Gold Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 18K white gold Diamond: 1 round brilliant cut = 1.00ct Color: G Clarity: SI2 Diamond: 36 round and baguette cut = 1.02cttw Color: G / H Clarity: SI1-2 Ring Size: 4.75 (plea...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ballerina Style Natural Emeralds and Diamonds Drop Earrings
By Be Jolie
Located in New York, NY
One of a Kind Ballerina Style Emerald and diamonds Earrings starring 2 natural emeralds 1.2 Carats and surrounded by 48 Baguette cut diamonds and 34 round diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Tanzanite and Diamond Ballerina Ring in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
Natural Oval Tanzanite & Diamond Ballerina Setting in Platinum Tanzanite and Diamond Ring features a Natural Oval Tanzanite weighing 3.96 carats accented by Natural Round Brilliant...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum
Mid Century 1.50 carat sapphire diamond platinum ballerina ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This exceptional Mid Century ballerina ring is a beautifully sculptural jewel from the 1950’s, centered by a pear shape sapphire weighing approximately 1.50 carats.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Certified Natural 14.69 Carat Yellow Sapphire Ballerina Ring
Located in New York, NY
Certified Natural 14.69 Carat Yellow Sapphire Ballerina Ring A platinum ballerina ring set with an oval yellow sapphire accented by 38 tapered baguette-cut diamonds Accompanied b...
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum
$62,400Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified Colombian Emerald Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
A striking statement of refined elegance, this exquisite ballerina-style ring features a GIA-certified 3.52 carat natural Colombian emerald, cut in a classic emerald shape and displa...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Platinum Emerald-Cut Emerald and Double-Halo Ballerina Ring
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Emerald-Cut Emerald and Double-Halo Ballerina Ring Description: This magnificent ballerina-style cocktail ring is crafted in solid platinum and centers on an emerald-cut em...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Platinum Oval Ruby and Tapered Baguette Ballerina Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Oval Ruby and Tapered Baguette Ballerina Cluster Ring Description: This vintage-style ballerina cocktail ring is crafted in solid platinum and features a central 1.72-carat...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage Platinum Diamond and Cubic Zirconia Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage ballerina ring is a bold and highly distinctive statement piece, centered by a 3.05 carat cubic zirconia and surrounded by 5.92 carats total weight of diamonds in a dram...
Diamond, Platinum
Gold Oval Ruby and Swirling Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in New York, NY
Gold Oval Ruby and Swirling Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring Description: This vintage cocktail ring is crafted in solid 14k yellow gold and centers on an oval-cut ruby with a vibran...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum 1.40ct Diamond and Ruby Ballerina Ring MF05-051826
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Soft and sharp, this ring presents its vintage beauty through a dramatic outer tier of tapered baguette diamonds. Arranged in a ballerina-style halo, the baguettes radiate into a cri...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
0.50 Carat Oval Sapphire & Baguette Diamond Ballerina Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Natural 0.50 carat oval blue sapphire set in platinum 900 with a radiating ballerina halo of tapered baguette and round brilliant diamonds on a delicate filigree-detailed shank, weig...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum Emerald-Cut Emerald and Tapered Baguette Ballerina Ring
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Emerald-Cut Emerald and Tapered Baguette Ballerina Ring Description: This vintage ballerina-style cocktail ring is crafted in solid platinum and centers on a 1.30-carat eme...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Estate 14K Yellow Gold Natural Sapphire & Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Carmel By The Sea, CA
I own Devine & Co., a private jewelry office located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, where I work by appointment with clients for jewelry appraisal, estate evaluation, custom jewel...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large 31.52ct Blue Star Sapphire Platinum Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in La Jolla, CA
Large 31.52 ct Blue Star Sapphire in Platinum Diamond Ballerina Setting Star Sapphire Ring features high domed Natural Blue Star Sapphire, weighing 31.52 carats, with a very clear A...
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum
Columbian Emerald and Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring Platinum
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: Platinum 900 Ring Size: 5.25 (resizing available for a fee) Total Weight: 6.2 Grams Diamond Color: G Diamond Clarity: VS Diamond Carat Weight: 0.50 ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$70,400Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Cetified 4.80 Carat Emerald Ballerina Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional platinum ring featuring a natural Colombian emerald of approximately 4.8 carats, accompanied by 1 carats of round brilliant diamonds. The diamonds are VS in clarity an...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage 14K White Gold Pear Diamond Ballerina Engagement Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
So unique and gorgeous, and fantatic sparkle with this Vintage Ballerina Ring Engagement Ring! Crafted in 14K White Gold, the ring features a Natural Pear Cut Diamond center, approxi...
Diamond, White Gold
3.27 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
Located in New York, NY
This elegant platinum ring is centered with an oval cut sapphire that weighs 3.27ct. The center stone is accentuated by sparkling round cut diamonds that weigh 3.05ct. graded G color...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Aquamarine, Blue Sapphire, and Diamond Ballerina Platinum Ring
Located in Greenwich, CT
A large emerald-cut aquamarine bezel-set at center within a dramatic ballerina-style surround of alternating round brilliant diamonds and round blue sapphires, each stone mounted on ...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Mid-Century Natural Red Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Denver, CO
This striking mid-century ballerina ring features a natural oval red ruby weighing approximately 1.30 carats, surrounded by a halo of round and baguette diamonds totaling approximate...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cats Eye Chrysoberyl Diamond Platinum Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A classic and stylish ballerina style cocktail ring! It features a 5.82 carat cabochon chrysoberyl with a light cat's eye effect. A soft eye can be seen across the stone if a light h...
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Massive KARL LAGERFELD Ballerina Mesh Jewelled Tutu Whimsical Brooch
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage Massive KARL LAGERFELD Figural Ballerina Mesh Jewelled Tutu Whimsical Brooch Measurements: Height: 5.71 inches (14.5 cm) Width: 4.72 inches (12 cm) FEATURES: - 100% Authent...
Cabochon Ruby and Tapered Baguette Diamond Ballerina Bypass Ring
Located in New York, NY
Cabochon Ruby and Tapered Baguette Diamond Ballerina Bypass Ring Description: This magnificent cocktail ring is crafted in radiant 18k yellow gold. It centers on a substantial oval ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate Platinum Cabochon Emerald Baguette Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A beautifully composed ballerina-style cocktail ring crafted in platinum and centered by a remarkable natural cabochon emerald displaying a richly saturated glowing green hue. Surrou...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Pear-Shaped Emerald and Tapered Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in New York, NY
Pear-Shaped Emerald and Tapered Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring Description: This exquisite ballerina-style cocktail ring is crafted in solid 18k white gold. At the center is a vivi...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.03 Carat Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A sweet and stylish ring featuring a 2.03 carat oval-shape sapphire with a fine rich blue color and great brightness. It is surrounded by 1.05 carats of round brilliant and baguette-...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
5.82 Carat Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking cocktail ring featuring a 5.82-carat oval-cut blue sapphire. The sapphire's deep blue hue is complemented by 2.32 carats of mixed-cut white diamonds. Set in platinum, the ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Emerald-Cut Ruby and Tapered Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in New York, NY
Emerald-Cut Ruby and Tapered Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring Description: This dramatic ballerina-style ring is crafted in a striking combination of yellow and white gold. At its ce...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Pearl and Diamond Ballerina Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
Gorgeous pearl and diamond ring features white round pearl about 14.6 mm. with high luster. The pearl is beautifully wrapped around with round and baguette diamond in ballerina skirt...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels Certified Natural Sapphire Ballerina Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef and Arpels Certified Natural Sapphire Ballerina Ring A ballerina ring set with a center oval cut sapphire and 24 baguette cut diamonds, Accompanied by an AGL certificat...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Giant Natural Star Ruby & Diamond Ballerina Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Platinum 24.33 Carat Untreated Star Ruby 9.40 Carats Diamonds GIA Certified Center Stone: Type: Natural Star Ruby Weight: 24.33 carats Measurements: Approx. 21.18 x 18.27 x 11...
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Platinum
Cats Eye Chrysoberyl Diamond Platinum Floral-Ballerina Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A lovely fine quality, platinum made, ring featuring a gem 6.78ct cats eye chrysoberyl with fantastic chatoyancy (cats eye effect). When a light hits the top of the chrysoberyl, a sl...
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Platinum
5.62 Carat Imperial Topaz Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Here we have a true “imperial” topaz weighing an impressive 5.62 carats. Many times, non-precious topaz is called imperial when it does not have the correct color with a red componen...
Diamond, Topaz, Imperial Topaz, Platinum
3.05 Carat Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An exquisite oval-cut blue sapphire, weighing 3.05 carats, is the focal point of this contemporary ring. The sapphire's deep blue hue captivates the eye. Surrounding the sapphire are...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
5.62 Carat Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking black opal commands attention! It features an enchanting play of color and weighs 5.62 carats. This oval gem is surrounded by 1.36 carats of baguette and round white diamo...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Dancer Ballerina Charm Bracelet
Located in Arnhem, NL
A vintage charm made of 14 karat yellow gold presenting a ballerina/dancer. The charm features a textured surface with intricate details. The item was manufactured in the late 20th c...
Yellow 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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