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Susy Mor 14 Karat White Gold Blue Green Enamel Diamond Band Ring
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Susy Mor diamond enamel ring in 14-karat white gold. Polished metal band artistically decorated
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Signet Ring Y Initial Evil Eye ID, 14K Yellow Gold with Round D Color Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
White, Yellow, and Rose Gold. * High Polish Signet Ring In Evil Eye ID Diamond Letter Y * .15 Carat
Category

2010s American Artisan Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold

3 Carat Princess Cut Eternity Band F-G Color VS1 Clarity 14k Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
always be diamonds showing. Ring Details: Metal : 14K Gold (White Gold as Default, also available in
Category

2010s American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Vintage Ruby and Diamond 14 Karat Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Pikesville, MD
. 15 round brilliant diamonds weigh approximately 1.75 carats total weight, approximately F color, SI1
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Revival Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Beautiful Vintage Looking 14k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
Beautiful Vintage Looking 14k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring Size 6.75 - Just Stunning! Retail Value
Category

2010s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Signet Ring Evil Eye ID Y Letter, 14 Karat White Gold, Blue and White Enamel
Located in New York, NY
and White Enamel Signet Ring In Evil Eye ID Diamond Letter Y * .15 Carat Brilliant Cut D Color
Category

2010s American Artisan Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, White Gold

4 Carat Princess Cut Eternity Band F-G Color VS1 Clarity 14k Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
always be diamonds showing. Ring Details: Metal : 14K Gold (White Gold as Default, also available in
Category

2010s American Modern Band Rings

Materials

14k Gold

Georgian /Victorian 1.00 Carat Plus Rose Cut Diamond Trilogy Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
/15 Kt yellow gold , marks completely worn to read Magnificent show off given by the centre Diamond
Category

Antique Early 1800s Georgian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, 15k Gold

Signet Ring Evil Eye ID S Initial, 14K Yellow Gold, Handcrafting Blue Enamel
Located in New York, NY
Polish Signet Ring In Evil Eye ID Diamond Letter S * .15 Carat Brilliant Cut D Color Diamonds * Diamond
Category

2010s American Artisan Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Handmade Victorian Camphor Glass, Diamond, and Seed Pearl 14 Karat Gold Ring
Located in Seattle, WA
measuring approximately 1.5mm, set in 14KT gold. The diamonds weigh .20 carats. Camphor glass was used to
Category

Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold

Ethonica Loop Diamond Ring in 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
This unusual diamond ring design features 0.28 carat round brilliant cut brown diamond within a
Category

2010s American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Bi-Color Tourmaline Diamond Ring
Located in Huntington Woods, MI
DESIGNS. 14K White Gold ring, weighing 6.3 dwt. The ring has a bezel set Emerald Cut Bi-Color Tourmaline
Category

2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold

Two-Tone Gold Ruby, Sapphire and Emerald Ring
Located in Pikesville, MD
A comfortable and wearable 14 karat two tone gold ring featuring princess cut ruby, emerald and
Category

1990s Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

Art Deco Inspired 1.00 Carat Conflict Free GIA DVS2 Diamond and Sapphire Halo
By Leo Ingwer
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco inspired 14 Karat white gold ring with GIA certified 1.00 ct. DVS2 center. The stone is
Category

2010s American Art Deco Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Harvard s Prestigious Graduate School of Business Alumni Class Ring in 14kt Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
the higher standard purity precious metal featuring 14kt gold with a .15 Carat featured in the center
Category

Vintage 1980s American Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Turquoise Faceted Pear Shape Statement Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Gold with Stones
By Orostar
Located in New York, NY
carats. And it has .15 carats of round diamonds. This gorgeous women's ring is crafted in 14 karat white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Topaz, Tsavorite, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.00 Carat Oval Sapphire and 0.70 Carat Diamond Necklace in 14K White Gold
By Shlomit Rogel
Located in Ramatgan, IL
1.00 Carat Oval Sapphire and 0.70 Carat Diamond Necklace in 14K White Gold A timeless pendant
Category

2010s Israeli Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, 14k Gold

14K White Gold and Diamonds Choker Necklace
Located in BRISBANE, QLD
14 karat white gold choker necklace with 15 round diamonds of total weight 0.93 carat. The chain
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Frederic Sage 14k White Gold Medium 2 Round Firenze ii Diamond Pendant
By Frederic Sage
Located in Great Neck, NY
14K White Gold Medium 2 Round Firenze II DIamond Cluster Pendant With Polished Bale & Chain, 34 DIA
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Gold

A Fine quality Mid Century 14ct 585 White Gold set Emerald and Diamond Necklace
Located in Kenley surrey, GB
looking with the shimmering diamonds mixed with the large Emeralds. A fine 14 carat white gold set Emerald
Category

Vintage 1920s Choker Necklaces

3.99 Carat Pink Tourmaline Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. The ring is made in 14 Karat White Gold and weighs approximately 4.9 grams. It is a size 8 and can
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold

.15 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Ring 14K Gold Botanical Milgrain Garland Band
Located in Greensboro, NC
will remove the shank’s stamps. Metal Content: Guaranteed 14k Gold as stamped Stone Information
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Effy 5.25 carat tanzanite diamond 14k white gold cocktail ring
By Effy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. Crafted in 14k white gold and signed by Effy, it’s a bold yet refined statement piece.
Category

Vintage 1980s Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

15 Carat Star Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
14k white gold ring featuring a cabochon star sapphire weighing approximately 15cts accented by 2
Category

1990s American More Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Star Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Toi et Moi Ring, 14K White Gold, Ring, Classic Diamond
Located in McLeansville, NC
A retro 14 karat white gold diamond toi et moi ring. This classic diamond ring features a retro
Category

1990s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.15ctw Diamond Princess Ring, 14k White Gold, Ring Size 6.5
Located in McLeansville, NC
radiant 14k white gold. Featuring a total diamond weight of 0.15ctw, this stunning size 6.5 ring showcases
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold Half Round .15 Carat Natural Diamond Wedding Band Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
14 Karat White Gold Half Round .15 Carat Natural Diamond Wedding Band Ring Metal: 14k white gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Vintage Diamond Navette Ring, Horizontal Navette Ring, 14K White Gold
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage 14 karat white gold and diamond horizontal navette ring. This ring features a horizontal
Category

Vintage 1950s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.15ctw Ruby Diamond Navette Ring, 14k White Gold, Ring Marquise
Located in McLeansville, NC
jewelry collection! Crafted in 14k white gold and featuring 1.15 carats of beautiful rubies and marquise
Category

Early 2000s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamonds Direct .50ctw Diamond Band Ring, 14k White Gold, Ring Size 5.25
Located in McLeansville, NC
Stones: diamonds, 15 stones round brilliant 2 mm approximately .50 total carats G-H color, VS2-SI1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.75ctw Diamond Cluster Ring 14k White Gold Size 5.5
Located in McLeansville, NC
- I Clarity - VS2 - SI2 Metal: 14k White Gold Weight: 5.2 Grams Stamps: 14k Face Height: 15 mm Rise
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 14K White Gold and Diamond Ring
Located in NEW ORLEANS, LA
This Art Deco ring is centered with a beautiful old mine cut diamond that weighs approximately 1.03
Category

20th Century Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Rock Crystal Quartz Diamond Cocktail Ring, 14K White Gold, Ring
Located in McLeansville, NC
14K white gold, this stunning piece features a beautiful rock crystal quartz center stone surrounded
Category

1990s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Quartz, Rock Crystal, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.30ctw Diamond Band Ring, 14k White Gold, Ring Size 5.5, Wedding Band
Located in McLeansville, NC
luxurious 14k White Gold. Designed for ring size 5.5, this elegant band ring is the perfect wedding band
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 1.02 Carat Old European Cut 14K White Gold Diamond Bypass Shank Ring
Located in Addison, TX
features a stunning top quality "G SI1" two carat old european cut diamond set beautifully in one of the
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.23ctw Pave Diamond Ring 14k White Yellow Gold Size 7
Located in McLeansville, NC
- H Clarity - SI2 - I1 Metal: 14k Yellow White Gold Weight: 8.6 Grams Stamps: 14k Face Height: 15
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Uneek Ruby Diamond Stackable Wedding Band, 14K White Gold, Ring
By Uneek
Located in McLeansville, NC
special day. Crafted in 14k white gold, this delicate, fancy thin diamond band features a sparkling array
Category

1990s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.30ctw Diamond Band Ring, 14k White Gold, Ring Size 5.5, Wedding Band
Located in McLeansville, NC
luxurious 14k White Gold. Designed for ring size 5.5, this elegant band ring is the perfect wedding band
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.24ctw Diamond Ring 14k Yellow White Gold Size 10.25 Men s
Located in McLeansville, NC
Clarity - SI2 - I1 Metal: 14k Yellow Gold, White Gold Settings Weight: 16.1 Grams Stamps: 14k Face
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

1.01ctw Tanzanite Diamond Halo Engagement Ring, 14k White Gold, Ring Size 7
Located in McLeansville, NC
brilliant cut 1 mm approximately .15 total carats G-H color, SI1-2 clarity Ring Size 7 Rise Off Of Finger
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold

LB Exclusive 14K White Gold 3.00 Ct Diamond Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This bold LB Exclusive 14K White Gold 3.00 ct Diamond Ring is sure to attract attention! The ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

LB Exclusive 14K White Gold 0.33 Ct Diamond Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This pretty LB Exclusive 14K White Gold 0.33 ct Diamond Ring is made with 14K white gold and set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

0.79ctw Sapphire and Diamond Band Ring, 14k White Gold, Ring Size 7
Located in McLeansville, NC
, expertly crafted in 14k White Gold. Designed for ring size 7, this exquisite band features a perfect blend
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

1ct Nigerian Sapphire Diamond Cluster Ring 14K Rose Gold Mermaid Color AD1495-15
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ A cluster ring featuring an oval center Nigerian sapphire, with teal sapphires, white diamonds
Category

2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Alexandrite, Topaz, Paraiba, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Ros...

14K White Gold Vintage Black Opal Diamond Ring, 5.9g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies vintage opal and diamond ring in 14k white gold setting. Stamped 14k and weighs 5.9 grams
Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, White Gold

12.00 Carat Blue Sapphire 0.50 Carat White Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring is made of 14K Yellow Gold. This Ring has 0.50 Carats of White Diamonds. This Ring has
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Renaissance Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

GIA 1.81 Carat Fancy Orange Pear Diamond Cluster Anniversary White Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
This breathtakingly beautiful Vintage circa 1950s 14k White Gold (stamped) Cluster Right Hand or
Category

Vintage 1950s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

12.00 Carat Blue Sapphire 0.50 Carat White Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds. This Ring has 12.00 Carats of Blue Sapphires. Size ITA: 15 USA
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Y...

Elegant 14K White Yellow Gold Ring with 0.210 Ct Natural Diamonds
Located in רמת גן, IL
14K White & Yellow Gold Ring Mounted with Ideal cut Brilliant 0.210 carat Natural Diamonds -7
Category

2010s Singaporean Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Diamond Ring, White Gold Diamond Ring, Milgrain Diamond Ring
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage 14 karat white gold diamond ring. This ring features a filigree, large oval design set
Category

Vintage 1960s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.61 Carat Aquamarine and Diamond Ring, 14 Karat White Gold Engagement Halo
Located in Greensboro, NC
Watch her eyes sparkle when she unwraps this exquisite treasure! Created in 14k white gold, this
Category

20th Century Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Elegant 1.12ct Diamonds Half Eternity Ring in 14k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
: 14k White Gold Main stone: 15 pcs Diamonds Main stone carat weight: 1.12ct Shape: Round Color grade
Category

2010s Israeli Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold Invisible Set 1.17 Carat Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This awesome ring is designed in 14k white gold, invisible set with 24 princess diamonds on the top
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

5.10 Carat Yellow Sapphire Emerald Black Diamond White Diamond Gold Tiger Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring is made of 14K Yellow Gold. This Ring has 1.10 Carats of White Diamonds. This Ring has
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold

Thin Diamond Wedding Band, 14K White Gold, Ring Size 7, Stackable Diamond Band
Located in McLeansville, NC
. Made in 14K white gold, this ring features a classic and timeless design that will never go out of
Category

1990s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold .80 Carat Diamond Dinner Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14k White Gold Diamond Dinner Ring Size 5.5 This ring contains 3 round brilliant cut
Category

20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Art Deco 14k White Gold Sapphire and Diamond Vintage Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Addison, TX
Here we have a beautiful example of a art deco engagement ring. Crafted in 14K white gold, the
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

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14k White Gold 15 Carat Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact 14k white gold 15 carat diamond ring you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, white gold and 14k gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 1404 vintage or 1536 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect 14k white gold 15 carat diamond ring among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing 14k white gold 15 carat diamond ring — no matter the origin — is easy, but Luigi Ferrara, Alberto and Five Star Jewelry each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and emerald cut alternatives. When shopping for a 14k white gold 15 carat diamond ring, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a 14k White Gold 15 Carat Diamond Ring?

Prices for a 14k white gold 15 carat diamond ring can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1 and can go as high as $775,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $2,497.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

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.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

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 ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Finding the Right Rings for You

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 ringsvintage 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.