Art Deco Diamond Platinum Solitaire Ring, Circa 1930's
Located in Wailea, HI
Art Deco Diamond Platinum Solitaire Ring Circa 1930's One Old European Cut diamond Weighing .87 [K SI1] 18 Round Cut Diamonds Weighing .35 Carats Approximately
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Cocktail Cluster Ring .20ct 18K Original 1920's-1930's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from the 1920's-1930's Art Deco Diamond Cocktail Cluster Ring .20ct 18K White Gold Features 7 Genuine F-H/VS-SI Antique Single Cut Diamonds Creates the Lo...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.34 Carat Diamond Art Deco Platinum Engagement Ring, Circa 1930's
Located in Stamford, CT
1930's Art Deco diamond engagement ring. EGL certified round brilliant cut diamond center stone.
Diamond, Platinum
1930's Art Deco Old Cut Diamond 18 Karat Gold Platinum Bow Ring
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A magnificent 18 karat gold and platinum old cut diamond bow ring. The ring dates from the 1930's and is set with beautiful clear old cut diamonds in a platinum bow frame.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Gold
Antique Art Deco Irid Platinum Diamond Ring Navette 1920's 1930's US Size 5.25
Located in Greer, SC
This dazzling ring is the epitome of 1920's and 1930's elegance!
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Platinum, Full Diamond Eternity Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Eternity Ring Platinum Tested Circa 1930s Step back in time with this exquisite platinum eternity ring, beautifully crafted in the 1930s.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique gold ring with emerald and diamonds, 1930s
Located in Chorzów, PL
A vintage, elongated Art Deco ring with emerald and diamonds. The ring is set with an oval, faceted emerald weighing approximately 1.90 ct and 30 brilliant-cut diamonds totaling app...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
1930s 1.05ct Transitional Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
This stunning 1930s engagement ring features a beautiful 1.05 carat transitional cut diamond in the centre, accompanied on either side by a baguette cut diamond set within four old E...
Diamond, Platinum
1930s Diamond 18 Karat White Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat white and yellow gold. A delicate antique solitaire ring, it is adorned with a brilliant-cut diamond set in eight prongs at its center.
White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Antique 18K White Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring, Italy 1930s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18 karat white gold lozenge shaped ring with a central emerald of 1.2 karats and brilliant diamonds for a total of 1 karat, Italy 1930s Ring size US 8.5
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1930s Platinum French Stamped, Emerald & Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Emerald & Diamond Ring Platinum French Stamped Circa 1930s A striking example of true Art Deco elegance, this authentic 1930s platinum ring showcases a beautifully ba...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco Gold Ring With Diamonds, Western Europe, Circa 1930s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
A unique Art Deco ring with diamonds. Made of 14-karat white and yellow gold (585 fineness). The openwork form of the ring, 19 mm high, is decorated with an old brilliant cut diamond...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Ruby Diamond Rose White Gold Arrow Design Cocktail Ring circa 1930s
Located in Stamford, CT
1930s Retro arrow design rose gold ring with genuine square bright red Rubies and singe cut Diamonds in white gold. 5 round cut diamonds accented by 12 square shape red rubies. 5 r...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 1930s Platinum Diamond Ring with Green Stones .55 Carat
Located in Wailea, HI
Art Deco 1920's Platinum Diamond Ring with Green Stones .55 carats One Round Brilliant Cut Diamond weighing .25 carats approximately [GH VVS-VS1] Ten Round Cut Diamonds weighing .30 ...
White Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco platinum and 14k gold ring with aquamarine and diamonds, 1930s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
A unique Art Deco ring with aquamarine and diamonds Origin: Czechoslovakia, first half of the 20th century The ring is crafted from 0.900 platinum and 14-karat yellow gold (0.585 f...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
1930s Oval Cut Aquamarine and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique 4.78 carat aquamarine, 1.39 carat diamond and platinum cocktail ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and ...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
French 1930s Art Deco 1.30 Carat Diamond Sapphire Platinum Ring
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
A refined French Art Deco ring dating from the 1930s, crafted in platinum and centered with an impressive round brilliant-cut diamond weighing approximately 1.30 carats.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
18ct White Gold & Platinum, 1930s French, Diamond and Ruby Cross Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Cocktail Ring 18ct White Gold & Platinum- French Hallmarked Circa 1930s Step into the elegance of the 1930s with this stunning Art Deco cocktail ring, a true masterpiece ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 3.82ct Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
This art deco show stopper features a stunning Star Sapphire at its centre. The 3.80 carat sapphire is Cabochon cut and mounted in platinum. Decorative metal work features at the top...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Art Deco gold and platinum ring with diamonds and tourmalines, 1920s/1930s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco Tourmaline and Diamond Ring Origin: Western Europe, 1920s/1930s (date engraved on the inner band from 1929) Crafted of 0.750 fine white gold and 0.800-0.900 fine platinum ...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.50 Carat Star Ruby Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with a Cabochon Star Ruby weighing approximately 1.50 carat, and Single cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 0.60 carat. Circa 1920s Size 6 1/4, ...
Diamond, Star Ruby, Platinum
Art Deco Certified Natural Sapphire Diamond Cocktail Ring Platinum Gold 1930s
Located in Lisbon, PT
Art Deco certified 2.5-carat natural sapphire and 2.25-carat diamond cocktail or engagement ring in platinum and yellow gold, by Portuguese jeweler Joaquim Lory & Cª and accompanied ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 2.60 Carat Diamond Three-Stone Gypsy Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold with an Old European cut center Diamond weighing approximately 1.20 carat, an Old European cut side Diamond weighing approximately 0.70 carat, and an...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Deco 1930s Platinum 2.44ctw Old Cut Diamond Ring with Baguette Cut Shoulders
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
The central cluster of diamonds pre-dates the rest of the ring and was given a new lease of life in the 1930s, when set into this striking ring, accompanied by modern baguette diamon...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 1930s 18K White and Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Geometric Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An Art Deco ruby, diamond, platinum, and yellow gold ring, comprising one lozenge shaped ruby, and two rose cut diamonds, in 18 karat white and yellow gold. My favourite thing abou...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
.58 Carat Diamond Art Deco Platinum Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Original 1930's Diamond platinum ring with star design center and hand detailed and pierced top. 1 round brilliant cut diamond, approx. total weight .30cts, F, VS2 16 round diamond...
Diamond, Platinum
.44 Carat Diamond Sapphire Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Classic late art deco open work 1930's cocktail ring. 15 round diamonds in a platinum setting accented with 8 French cut baguette sapphires in a platinum setting. 15 round diamonds...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
EGL Certified 1.56 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1930's diamond platinum ring. EGL certified transitional cut center stone with six round brilliant cut accent diamonds. .
Diamond, Platinum
1.17 Carat Diamond Platinum Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1930's Diamond engagement ring. Round transitional cut center diamond with 12 old European accent diamonds in a platinum setting.
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.00 Carat Sapphire Diamond White Gold Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1930's Sapphire and diamond ring. GIA Certified natural no heat sugarloaf cut cabochon sapphire center stone.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
10.35 Carat Rectangle Aquamarine Ruby Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Magnificat 1930's Aqua, ruby and diamond engagement ring. At the center of this Art Deco design is a 10.35ct aquamarine mounted in a platinum setting with a halo of French cut rubie...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
.25 Carat Diamond Sapphire White Gold Dome Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1930's diamond and sapphire filigree engagement ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
EGL Certified .43 Carat Diamond Platinum Dome Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1930's Art Deco diamond engagement ring. 1 old European cut center stone in a platinum setting with 24 old European single cut accent diamonds.
Diamond, Platinum
1.69 Carat Diamond White Gold Three-Stone Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1930's Three-stone diamond engagement ring. EGL certified round cut center stone, set in 14k white gold, accented with 2 tapered baguette diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
EGL .88 Carat Diamond Old European Cut Art Deco Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Discover the timeless elegance of this 1930's Art Deco diamond platinum engagement ring with step design shoulders engraving and filigree work. .88ct carat Old European cut diamond c...
Diamond, Platinum
EGL Certified .52 Carat Diamond White Gold Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Wonderful 1930's Art Deco diamond domed engagement ring. This three-stone ring begins with a .52ct old European brilliant cut diamond center stone.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.01 Carat Diamond Platinum Art Deco Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Original 1930's diamond engagement ring. GIA certified 1.01ct Old European cut diamond, in a platinum setting with two old mine accent diamonds.
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified .57 Carat Oval Light Yellow Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Original Art Deco 1930s light yellow diamond engagement ring. GIA certified natural yellow diamond center stone with 4 round accent diamonds in a platinum setting. 1 oval light ye...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified .59 Carat Old European Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
All original 1930s Diamond Platinum engagement ring. Simple handmade engagement ring with a natural old European cut light brown sparkly center diamond with 4 round diamonds on each ...
Diamond, Platinum
.66 Carat Old European Cut Art Deco Diamond Domed Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1930's handmade diamond dome ring. Steeped in the enchanting elegance of the Art Deco era, this hand pierced and hand engraved platinum setting is mounted with 2 Old European cut dia...
Diamond, Platinum
.50 Carat Old European Diamond Two Tone Gold Men's Art Deco Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1930's men's diamond halo ring. Large 14k yellow gold setting with .50ct round center diamonds and a halo of 10 single cut diamonds which are set in 14k white gold.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
.60 Carat Diamond White Gold Three Stone Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1930's round diamond, three-stone ring. .60cts of diamonds set in a filigree 18k white gold setting. 3 round diamonds, G VS2 approx. .60cts 18k white gold Stamped: 18k 2.7 grams ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.50 Carat Old European Diamond Platinum Art Deco Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1930's Art Deco three-stone diamond ring. 1.00ct Old European cut diamond center stone.
Diamond, Platinum
1920 Art Deco Platinum Ring with Diamonds and Sapphires
Located in Aventura, FL
• Period: Art Deco (1920s-1930s) • Metal: Platinum • Stone: Diamond & Sapphire • Ring Size: 7.75 (sizable) • Ring Width: 0.40 inches • Stamped: Platinum hallmarks • Total weight: 5...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum Ring with Diamonds and Sapphires
Located in Aventura, FL
• Period: Art Deco (1920s-1930s) • Metal: Platinum • Stones Diamond & Sapphire • Ring Size: 7 (sizable) • Ring Width: 0.70 inches • Stamped: Platinum hallmarks • Total weight: 5.7 ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 3.37 Carat Diamond and 18K White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Condition This 1930s cluster ring is excellent quality, set with stunning feature diamonds displaying a fine white color and brilliance.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
EGL Certified 2.07 Carat Diamond Art Deco Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1930's Art Deco diamond engagement ring. EGL certified Old European cut 2.07ct diamond center stone mounted in a platinum graduated setting.
Diamond, Platinum
1920 Art Deco Platinum Ring with 1.25 Cts in Diamonds and Sapphires
Located in Aventura, FL
• Period: Art Deco (1920s-1930s) • Metal: Platinum • Stones: Diamond & Sapphire • Ring Size: 7 (sizable) • Ring Width: 0.45 inches • Stamped: Platinum hallmarks • Total weight: 6.5...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1920 Art Deco Platinum Ring with 3.00 Cts in Diamonds and Rubies
Located in Aventura, FL
• Period: Art Deco (1920s-1930s) • Metal: Platinum • Stones: Diamonds & Rubies • Ring Size: 6 3/4 (sizable) • Ring Width: 0.32 inches • Stamped: Platinum hallmarks • Total weight: ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 3.80 Carat Natural Green Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Art Deco 1930's, Sapphire and Diamond engagement ring. GIA certified oval, natural green sapphire set in a platinum three-stone setting with 2 tapered baguette side diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Platinum
1930's Platinum and Diamond Ring, 1.08ct, M-SI2
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1930's platinum engagement ring with one 1.08 carat Old Eurpean cut diamond rated M color, SI2 clarity.
Diamond, Platinum
Unavailable
1930s Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in ALTRINCHAM, GB
Big, bold and dramatic, 1930s diamond cocktail ring set with a row of 5 graduated Old European cut diamonds across the top weighing 0.25ct, 0.60ct, 0.85ct, 0.60ct, and 0.25ct.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Unavailable
Antique Gold, Silver and Diamond Ring, 1930s
Located in Bologna, IT
The head is studded with rose cut diamonds; the ring is crafted in gold and silver throughout and dates from the 1930s.
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
1930s .75 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Tampa, FL
An original engagement ring from the 1930's that is wonderfully crafted in platinum!
Diamond, Platinum
Unavailable
Diamond White Gold Ring, 1930s-1940s
Located in Rome, IT
Set diamond H/I color, P clarity, weighing 1.45 ct. Surrounded by rose cut diamond weighing 0.10 ct. Size US 6 1/4. Italian assay mark 750. Weight 4 gr. Item condition grading: **** ...
Diamond, Gold
Antique 18 Karat White Gold, Pearl and Diamond Ring, 1930s
Located in Bologna, IT
The ring is crafted in white gold throughout and dates from the 1930s.
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, White Gold
1930s .84 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Tampa, FL
An engagement ring with .84ct. apx. European diamond of SI2 clarity and G-H color.
Diamond, Platinum
Original 1930s Coral Pearl and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Melbourne, AU
One Original 1930’s 18ct yellow gold, white gold set, coral, cultured pearl and rose cut diamond ring.
Coral, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
1930s Round and Pear Shaped Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Platinum Estate Round and Pear Shaped Diamond Engagement Ring Round Diamond = 0.50 ct; Two Pear Shape Diamonds = 0.40 ctw
Diamond, Palladium
Original Art Deco 1930s Platinum Garnet and Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
• Platinum • 1 European cut diamond H-VS1 0.48ct. • 1 European cut diamond I-SI1 0.49ctw. • 1 GIA demantoid garnet 1.34ctw (AGL-CERT New York #109823. Brownish Yellowish Green Natura...
Diamond, Garnet, Platinum
Art Deco Yellow and White Gold and 1.09 Carat Diamond Ring, 1930s-1940s
Located in Bologna, IT
This stunning antique ring is a super example of the Art Deco period: it dates from the 1930s/'40s and it is set with a 1.09ct central diamond; the head of the ring is very articulat...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Sparkling Art Deco 3.78 crt Diamond Cocktail Engagement Ring, 1930s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Period: ca. 1930 Material: platinum Diamond(s): One old European cut diamond with an estimated weight of ± 1.10ct.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Gold Ring with Diamonds, 14 Carat, Europe, 1930s
Located in Berlin, DE
Gold ring with diamonds, 14 carat, Europe, 1930s 14 carat gold Europe, 1930s 1 brilliant of 0,2 ct 6 small diamonds of 0.1 ct each Inside hallmark "585 dimensions: 2,1 x 8 cm Ring ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
18 Karat Gold, Emerald '4ct' and Diamond '2.3 Carat' Cluster Ring, 1930s-1940s
Located in Bologna, IT
This wonderful antique cluster ring, dating from to the '30s/'40s, is decorated with a beautiful central emerald: it has a natural 4ct emerald and has some visible inclusions and a s...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1930s Art Deco 1.14 Carat Diamond Platinum Cluster Engagement Ring EGL
Located in Huntington, NY
This is a 1930s Antique Art Deco Platinum 1.14ctw Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring EGL.
Diamond, Platinum
1930s Art Deco 1.05 Carat Diamond Sapphire Palladium Engagement Ring EGL
Located in Huntington, NY
This is a 1930s Antique Art Deco Palladium 1.05ctw Diamond Sapphire Engagement Ring EGL.
Diamond, Sapphire, Palladium
Art Deco 18 Karat Gold and 0.25 Carat Diamond Ring, 1930s-1940s
Located in Bologna, IT
This stunning Art Deco ring, dating from the 1930s/'40s, has the particular shape of the style: it has the shape of a bow, tied up by a gold square, decorated with a 0.25ct old mine ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1930s 1.77ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring in 18ct&Plat
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
This beautifully sparkly solitaire ring holds an earlier generation Round Brilliant Cut Diamond weighing 1.77ct and is set in 18ct White Gold and Platinum in an eight claw setting. T...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
1930s Art Deco .87 Carat Old Cut Diamond Solid Gold Engagement Ring EGL
Located in Huntington, NY
This is a 1930s Antique Art Deco 14k Solid Gold .87ctw Old Cut Diamond Engagement Ring EGL.
Diamond, Platinum
1930s Art Deco .67 Carat Diamond Solid Platinum Engagement Ring EGL
Located in Huntington, NY
This is a 1930s Vintage Art Deco Solid Platinum .67ctw Diamond Engagement Ring EGL.
1930s Mounting Set with Marquise Diamond Gia D, VVS2 Round Diamonds and Rubies
Located in Chicago, IL
Art Deco, satin and bright finish platinum mounting, set in center with one marquise diamond weighing 1.50 carat, D color, VVS2, GIA certified, bezel set with milgrain edge, and 42 r...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
4.35 Carat Total Weight Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
This vintage 1930s three-stone diamond ring in platinum is an original Art Deco sizzler.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Unavailable
French Diamond Platinum Five-Stone Ring
Located in ALTRINCHAM, GB
1930s French diamond ring set in platinum. It is set with five main, graduated diamonds totalling 1ct; the main central stone is Transitional cut and is flanked by 4 Old European cu...
Diamond
Classic 1930's Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautifully made. The center diamond is 0.96 carats and is surrounded by approximately 0.50 carats of diamonds, all well made, clean and white. For a ring this old it is still in ex...
Diamond, Platinum
Deco Diamond Sapphire Engagement Ring Mined .45ct 18K Antique 1920's-1930's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Art Deco from the 1920's-1930's Vintage Antique .45ct Diamond & French Cut Sapphires 18K White Gold Engagement Ring Featuring a Fabulous .25ct Genuine Old Europ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1930’s Antique 0.20ctw Diamond & 0.20ctw Sapphire 18K White Gold Ring
Located in Sewickley, PA
This exquisite 1930’s Art Deco ring is a true antique treasure, masterfully crafted in 18K white gold and showcasing the bold geometry of the era.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
1930's Art Deco 2.95 CTW Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a bezel set transitional cut diamond weighing 2.05 carats, I color with VVS2 clarity Flanked by two tapered baguette cut diamonds and surrounded by single cut diamonds - t...
Diamond, Platinum
Diamond and Emerald Ring in Platinum, circa 1930s
Located in Wailea, HI
Circa 1930's Diamond and Emerald Ring in Platinum One Old Mine Cut Diamond weighing .50 carats approximately [Near Colorless and Si1 no imperfections visible to the naked eye] Four C...
White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
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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