Vitolo 18K White Gold Diamond Floral Wide Band Ring
By Stefano Vitolo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This elegant 18K white gold wide band ring features an intricate floral motif composed of round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately 3.34 carats.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Saddle Wide Band Ring
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous 18 carat white gold saddle ring showcases a wide classic design that is lightly contoured to create a flattering curved shape. The beautiful ring is turned into a chic ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Marquise Cut Diamond Wide Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in luxury with our exquisite 18k Marquise Cut Diamond Wide Band Ring. Crafted in 18k white gold, this stunning ring features a 15.82mm wide band adorned with 1.46 carats of m...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Cutout Heart Wide Band Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Ring Size: 6.5 Ring Height: 13 mm tall Total Weight: 4.8 Grams Diamond Count: 21 brilliant cut diamonds Diamond Carat Weight: ~0.10...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold White Diamond Full Eternity Wide Band Ring
Located in Marlow, GB
Queen Collection - White Gold Regina Ring. Welcome to Ksenia Mirella House, where we are dedicated to creating impactful jewellery pieces. Introducing Regina, a remarkable statement...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Marquise Cut Diamond Wide Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in luxury with this 18k Marquise Cut Diamond Wide Band Ring. Crafted from 18k White Gold and adorned with 2.37 carats of sparkling diamonds, this ring exudes elegance and sop...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Marquise Cut Wide Band Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in ultimate luxury with our 18k Marquise Cut Wide Band Diamond Ring. Crafted from 18k white gold, this ring exudes elegance with a 1.68 carat marquise cut diamond and intrica...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Marquise Cut Diamond Wide Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Treat yourself to pure elegance with our 18k Marquise Cut Diamond Wide Band Ring. Crafted with 18k white and yellow gold, this ring is in good condition with minor surface wear.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Baguette Cut Diamond Wide Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Unleash the power of elegance with our stunning 18k Baguette Cut Diamond Wide Band Ring! Crafted in 18k white gold and featuring a brilliant 2.68 carat baguette cut diamond and 0.97 ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Marquise Cut Diamond Wide Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
This 18k White Gold Marquise Cut Diamond Wide Band Ring is a stunning statement piece that exudes elegance and sophistication.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Yellow Gold Nigeria Sapphire Diamond Wide Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Diamond and sapphire 'Nigeria' ring, Cartier, France. The band ring set with round diamonds weighing approximately 5.60 carats, with buff-top sapphire accents, Ring size is 6.5 to 6....
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
18k Emerald Cut Diamond Wide Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style and dazzle with this stunning 18k Emerald Cut Diamond Wide Band Ring. Crafted from 18k white gold, this ring boasts 2.41 carats of emerald cut diamonds and 0.65 ca...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Diamond and Ruby Wide Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Add a touch of elegance to your jewelry collection with this 18k Diamond and Ruby Wide Band Ring. Crafted in 18k white gold, it features 1.18 carats of sparkling diamonds and 2.04 ca...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1970s SANZ 18k Gold Open Diamond Wide Band Ring
By Sanz
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Good, wear consistent with age Era: Mid Century Year: 1970s Metal: 18k yellow gold (XRF Tested) along with hallmark Diamonds: 12 Carat Weight: 0.04 Cut: Round single Colo...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,849Sale Price / item|20% Off
SI/H 1.7 Carat Diamond Wide Band Band Ring 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
SI/H 1.7 Carat Diamond Wide Band Band Ring 18k White Gold features mixed cut diamonds set in the triple row in the half making an half band ring for wedding.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,079Sale Price / item|20% Off
SI/H 1.7 Carat Diamond Wide Band Band Ring 14k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
SI/H 1.7 Carat Diamond Wide Band Band Ring 14k White Gold features mixed cut diamonds set in the triple row in the half making an half band ring for wedding.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold White and Yellow Diamond Wide Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
This bold wide band ring is crafted in 18K white gold and set with 0.68 carats of brilliant white diamonds and 0.47 carats of fancy yellow diamonds.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold 2.45ct Diamond Wide Band Ring MF40-122325
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
At 9.5 grams and with a domed profile, the ring feels substantial while remaining easy to wear.This 18K Yellow Gold 2.45 ct Diamond Wide Band Ring is offered in estate condition and ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pavé Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Wide Band Ring
Located in London, GB
This modern waved design 18 carat white gold mount is beautifully set with a row of 55 pavé set round brilliant cut diamonds totalling to approximately 0.60ct. The band weighs 10.67g...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold 6.20ct Diamond Wide Band Ring MF05-011926
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Along the edges are petite round diamonds in prongs, with tips radiating outward. This detail sharpens the outline, creating subtly angular edges instead of a smooth, rounded finish....
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Diamond Wide Band Ring Size 6.75 #23753
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18K White Gold and Diamond Wide Band Ring Size 6.75 This striking band features four princess cut diamond at its center surrounded by intricate filigree scrollwork and 33 round bril...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,760Sale Price|20% Off
Wide Emerald Diamond Band Ring in 18K Yellow Gold 2.4ctw
Located in Covington, LA
Details: Princess Cut Emeralds: 2.4 Carats across top and bottom rows Channel Set Diamonds: 1.00 Carats across middle row Set in 18K Yellow Gold Ring size 6.5 A bold geometric des...
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald & Diamond Edwardian Style Wide Band Two Tone Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Make a bold statement with this stunning wide Edwardian Style Wide Band Ring. where vintage charm meets modern elegance.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wide Diamond Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wide Band Ring is all hand made and has Byzantine granulation beads and wires from 22 Karat gold and a unique velvet look on the background d...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Sapphire and Diamond Wide Band Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Sapphire and Diamond Wide Band Ring in 18k Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamond Wide Band Ring features 4.10 carats of Round Blue Sapphire and 1.47 carats of Round Brilliant cut Diamond...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.18cttw Round Diamond Ladies Wide Band Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Sparkle with this diamond wide band ring. This ring showcases a polished look with its round-cut diamond stones in pave setting.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Wide Brilliant and Baguette Diamond Band Ring 14K White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k White Gold Diamond Count: 64 brilliant cut, 50-54 baguette diamonds Total Diamond Carat Weight: ~1.13 carats Ring Height: 9.7 mm tall Diamond Co...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond Sapphire Ring 14K Gold Wide Band Estate BH
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This estate ring is crafted in solid 14K Yellow gold. Hallmarked BH inside of the shank. 96 natural Earth mined blue Sapphires measure 1.8mm each = 3.84 carats. These gems are very c...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate Invisible Set Sapphire & Diamond Wide Band Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
The crisp geometry and well-organized gems on this estate wide-band ring are deeply satisfying. Four rows of French-cut invisible set, velvety blue sapphires across a domed "cigar" b...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Style Diamond Ruby Wide Band Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A classy ring made in the antique style with Edwardian era themes. The center ruby is a 0.26 carat marquise with a vivid red color. It is accented by 1.13 carats of round brilliant-c...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond Ruby Ring 18K White Gold Wide Band Bow
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Diamond Ruby Ring 18K White Gold Wide Band Bow This high-end estate ring is finely crafted in solid 18K White gold and set with the highest quality Earth-mined French-cut Ru...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier 5.20 Carat Pavé Diamond Wide Band Ring 18K White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
The ring features a sculptural domed wave construction crafted in luminous 18 karat white gold and fully set with seven flowing rows of pavé-set round brilliant diamonds, creating co...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Wide Band Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1980s Item Details: Ring Size: 6.5 (Sizable) Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 15.8 grams Diamond Details: Natural Diamonds, Round Brilliant, H Color...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Ring Eternity Wide Band 14K White Gold 1.68 TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Ring Eternity Wide Band 14K White Gold 1.68 TDW This gorgeous estate eternity band ring is finely crafted in solid 14K White Gold and hallmarked VJ.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Baguette Diamond Wide Band Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Zig Zag Statement Ring
Located in London, GB
This striking baguette diamond ring crafted in rich 18ct yellow gold. Designed as a wide band, it features a rhythmic zig-zag formation of vertically set baguette-cut diamonds, each ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Blue Chalcedony Ring Wide Band Vintage 14k Gold Statement
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Blue Chalcedony Ring Wide Band Vintage 14K Gold Statement This vintage circa 1930s ring is crafted in solid 14K Yellow Gold.
Chalcedony, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vitolo 18K White and Rose Gold Diamond Wide Band Ring
By Stefano Vitolo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An exquisite creation by Vitolo Jewelry Artisans, this wide band ring showcases the harmonious blend of 18K white and rose gold with a hand-engraved Florentine finish on the white go...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$4,668Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K White Gold Diamond Wide Band Ring, 1.76ct, Modern Design
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Unisex Diamond Wide Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Skull Motif Wide Band Ring with Diamond in 14K Yellow Gold.
Located in San Francisco, CA
This 14K yellow gold wide band ring features a sculptural skull motif — a powerful symbol of strength, transformation, and living fully in the present.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Wide Diamond Band in Two Tone Gold
Located in Coral Gables, FL
14 karat yellow gold ring featuring 58 round brilliant cut diamonds of SI clarity and H color totaling approximately 3.00 carats. 9.55mm wide white gold accented top with tapered bac...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Solid Gold Wide Ring Band Unisex
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Gold Wide Ring Band Unisex Ring Band For Wedding Anniversary Present Light weight can be worn everyday Additional information: Condition: New with tags: A brand-new, unuse...
Rose Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
Pavé White & Black Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Wide Band Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A bold and contemporary 18 karat white gold diamond band featuring a striking mixed-diamond design. The ring is set with approximately 1.00 carat total weight of white round brillian...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Diamond ‘Nigeria’ Eternity Wide Band Ring in 18K White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
A lavish Cartier diamond eternity wide band ring from the famed ‘Nigeria’ collection sparkles with over 7 carats of resplendent diamonds impeccably set in 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Tiffany & Co. 18K White Gold 0.99ct Diamond Wide Band T Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
This Tiffany & Co. Tiffany T True Wide ring includes alternating links that form the letter T paying homage to the luxury brands iconic motif. Sparkling pav Diamonds with a tota...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Wide Band 18K Gold 7.9g V1119
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ This is a gorgeous wide band featuring a row of diamonds bezel set diagonally across the middle, amidst a sea of beautiful micro pave diamonds ♥ Low profile and very comfortable to...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Infinity Swirl Center Wide Band Ring 18k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18k White Gold Diamond Count: 38 round brilliant cut Total Diamond Carat Weight: 0.47 carats Diamond Color: G-H Diamond Clarity: SI1-I1 Ring Size:...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Modern Second-Hand Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wide Band Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Elegant bangle ring, it is formed by a wide and curved ring on the top. 3 lines of modern brilliant cut diamonds are set with grain...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Diamond Wide Band Ring, 1 Carat, Size 7.5
Located in Miami, FL
A beautifully proportioned wide band ring crafted in 18 karat yellow gold, defined by a rhythmic geometric pattern that wraps seamlessly around the finger.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow & White Gold Pave Diamond Dual Finish Wide Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (10) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 0.02ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow & White Gold Weight: 5 G...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18k White Gold 2.25ctw Pave Set Sapphire & Diamond Wide Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (63) Natural Genuine Sapphires - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Bright Blue - 2.0ctw (approx.) (50) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Nice B...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Yellow Gold 2.76ctw Channel Bar Set Diamond Wide Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (5) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Princess Square Cut - Bar Channel Set - G/H Color - VS1/VS2 Clarity - 2.04ctw (approx.) (18) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Baguette Cut - Prong...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
1.12ct Asscher Cut Diamond Wide Band 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Art Deco Asscher Cut 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Wide Band Ring is a timeless piece that combines the charm of vintage design with contemporary elegance.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k White Gold 2.36ctw Fiery Diamond Checkerboard 9mm Wide Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (14) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Straight Baguette Cut - Channel & Invisible Set - VS1/VS2 Clarity - G-I Color - 1.4ctw (approx.) (24) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Pri...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k Yellow Gold 0.25ctw Pave Diamond Center 12.4mm Wide Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (8) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 0.25ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 5.17 Grams R...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.90ct Full-Cut Diamond Wide Band 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Wide Band 14K Yellow Gold Scattered Diamond Ring is a captivating piece crafted in 14K yellow gold, designed to showcase natural full-cut diamonds.
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Platinum
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Natural SI/H Diamond Floral Wide Band Ring 18k Rose Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Natural SI/H Diamond Floral Wide Band Ring 18k Rose Gold showcases a floral motif cluster set in the center of the band and a line of round cut diamonds set on the front top row to e...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Wide Natural Diamond Bezel Band Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
★ MATERIALS ★ ♥ Stone: Natural Diamonds Shape: Round Carat: 0.70ct Clarity: SI Color: FGH Width - 10 mm ★THE METAL★ 14K Solid Gold Available in Yellow/White/Rose Gold/White a...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, 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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