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M. Hisae Handmade Grey Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Wedding Band
By M. Hisae Jewelry
Located in Woodbury, CT
perfect for stacking alongside others in your collection. 14K YELLOW GOLD US RING SIZE 7 READY TO SHIP
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Hexagon Moonstone Butterfly Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
marquise diamonds. Complete the butterfly look by stacking it with our Rose Thorn ring band in solid gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Moonstone, 14k Gold

0.66 Carat Round Cut Diamond Band 14 Karat Rose Gold
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
diamonds are SI-F. Crafted in 14 Karat Rose Gold and is approximately 1.5 grams The ring is a size 7 and
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

14K Gold, Ruby Diamond Stackable Band Ring
Located in McLeansville, NC
A 14 karat yellow gold, ruby and diamond channel set band. This thin band features channel set
Category

Early 2000s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Wrap Ring Guard, 14K Yellow Gold, Ring, Stackable
Located in McLeansville, NC
A 14 karat yellow gold diamond wrap ring guard. This stackable ring jacket features two round
Category

Early 2000s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Ring Guard, 14K Yellow Gold, Ring, Stackable Wrap
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage 14 karat yellow gold diamond ring guard. This stackable wrap wedding band features three
Category

Vintage 1970s Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Diamond Stackable Wedding Band Ring
Located in McLeansville, NC
A 14 karat yellow gold and diamond stackable wedding band ring. This ring features a thin design
Category

Early 2000s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Pearl and Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Five Stack Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Edwardian Pearl and Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Five Stack Ring. Featuring 13 pearls. Accented by
Category

Vintage 1910s Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Diamond Wrap Ring Guard, 14k White Gold, Ring, Stackable Ring
Located in McLeansville, NC
A 14 karat white gold diamond wrap ring guard. This stackable ring jacket features two round
Category

Early 2000s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14k White Gold, Sapphire Diamond Stackable Band Ring
Located in McLeansville, NC
A 14 karat white gold, sapphire and diamond stackable band ring. This ring features alternating
Category

2010s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

14k White Gold, Sapphire Diamond Stackable Band Ring
Located in McLeansville, NC
A 14 karat white gold, sapphire and diamond stackable band ring. This ring features alternating
Category

2010s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Thin Diamond Band, 14K Yellow Gold, Ring, Stackable Diamond
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage 14 karat yellow gold thin diamond band. This stackable ring features nine channel set
Category

Vintage 1970s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Diamond Stackable Wedding Band Ring
Located in McLeansville, NC
A 14 karat yellow gold and diamond stackable wedding band ring. This ring features a thin design
Category

Vintage 1980s Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro Diamond Engagement Ring, 14K Yellow Gold, Stackable
Located in McLeansville, NC
A retro 14 karat yellow gold diamond engagement ring. This stackable ring features a tapered design
Category

1990s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Ring Guard, 14K White Gold, Ring, Stackable Wrap Wedding
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage 14 karat white gold diamond ring guard. This stackable wrap wedding band features a
Category

Vintage 1970s Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold and Diamond Vine Stackable Band
Located in McLeansville, NC
A 14 karat white gold and diamond vine stackable band. A thin band with a vine motif set with full
Category

Early 2000s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.75ctw Diamond and Multi Gold Band Ring, Stacked Band, Ring Size 6, 14k Gold
Located in McLeansville, NC
Elevate your jewelry collection with this stunning 0.75ctw Diamond and Multi Gold Stacked Band Ring
Category

Early 2000s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Simple Diamond Crossover Band, 14k Yellow Gold, Ring, Stackable Diamond
Located in McLeansville, NC
This gorgeous 14K yellow gold diamond crossover band is a beautiful and delicate addition to any
Category

1990s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro .05ctw Diamond Engagement Ring, 14K Yellow Gold, Stackable
Located in McLeansville, NC
A retro 14 karat yellow gold diamond engagement ring. This stackable ring features a three stone
Category

1990s Retro Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro Diamond Wedding Band, 14K Yellow Gold, Ring Stackable
Located in McLeansville, NC
A retro 14 karat yellow and white gold diamond wedding band. This thin stackable wedding band
Category

1990s Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.75ctw Diamond Band Ring, 14k White Gold, Ring Size 5.25, Stackable
Located in McLeansville, NC
Add timeless elegance to your collection with this exquisite diamond band ring, crafted in 14k
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Emerald Diamond Wedding Band, 14K Yellow Gold, Ring, Stackable
Located in McLeansville, NC
An Art Deco style 14 karat yellow gold emerald and diamond wedding band. This stackable ring
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1ctw Diamond Band Ring, 14k White Gold, Ring Size 6, Stackable
Located in McLeansville, NC
Ring Size 6 Rise Off Of Finger: 2.5 mm Width: 3.6 mm Weight: 2.1 dwts/ 3.3 grams Stamps: "14k" SKU
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Thin Diamond Band Ring, 14k Yellow Gold, Ring Size 5, Stackable
Located in McLeansville, NC
clarity Ring Size 5 Rise Off Of Finger: 2.7 mm Width: 2.8 mm Weight: 1.6 grams Stamps: "14k" SKU
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Arianna Jewels 14K Gold Diamond Stackable Ring in White, Yellow and Rose Gold
Located in San Diego, CA
• Sparkling genuine diamonds create this spectacular diamond ring. Each diamond glimmers with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k 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

Solid 14k White Gold Diamond Ladies Paperclip Stacking Fashion Ring
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer this Brand New Solid 14k White Gold & Diamond Ladies Paperclip Stacking
Category

2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Turquoise Enamel Diamond Ring 14k Yellow Gold Stacking Band Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish turquoise & diamond stacking band crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Single cut diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Solid 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Ladies Paperclip Stacking Fashion Ring
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer this Brand New Solid 14k Yellow Gold & Diamond Ladies Paperclip Stacking
Category

2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Turquoise Enamel Diamond Ring 14k Yellow Gold Stacking Band Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish turquoise & diamond stacking band crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. 1 round brilliant cut
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

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

0.20ctw Diamond Curved Band Ring, 14k Yellow Gold, Ring Size 7, Stackable
Located in McLeansville, NC
Elevate your stack with this elegant 0.20ctw Diamond Curved Band Ring. Meticulously crafted in
Category

2010s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Enamel Band 14k Yellow Gold Ring Colorful Flowers Stacking
Located in Torrance, CA
finger. Metal & Hallmark: 14 karat yellow gold. The ring is hallmarked "14k"
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

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

0.32ctw Diamond Thin Band Ring, 14k White Gold, Ring Size 5, Stackable
Located in McLeansville, NC
Enhance your jewelry collection with this elegant diamond thin band ring, crafted in 14k white gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.75ctw Diamond Thick Band Ring, 14k White Gold, Ring Size 7.75, Stackable
Located in McLeansville, NC
Step up your stack game with this luxurious 0.75ctw Diamond Thick Band Ring. Expertly crafted in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.40ctw Diamond Round Band Ring, 14k White Gold, Ring Size 7.25, Stackable
Located in McLeansville, NC
This 0.40ctw diamond round band ring is a beautiful and classic piece of jewelry. Made from 14k
Category

2010s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamond Band in 14k Solid White Gold Stackable Rings
Located in Columbus, OH
Simple and timeless, this 14k gold band ring features a 0.16ct round brilliant diamond, untreated
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond and White Gold Five-Row Stacked Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
Contemporary and impressive, this 14k white gold wide band is designed with 5 rows of bezel and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

0.05ctw Diamond Wedding Band, 14k White Gold, Ring Size 6.5, Stackable Ring
Located in McLeansville, NC
love. Crafted in 14k white gold, this ring features a row of square-cut diamonds that are delicately
Category

Early 2000s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1 Ctw Diamond Wedding Band, 14K Yellow Gold, Ring, Stackable Diamond Band
Located in McLeansville, NC
A 14 karat yellow gold nine stone diamond wedding band. This stackable band features a slightly
Category

Early 2000s Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.25ctw Multi Diamond Band Ring, 14K Yellow Gold, Ring Size 5.5, Stackable
Located in McLeansville, NC
This ring is not only visually stunning but also versatile. With its stackable design, it can be
Category

Early 2000s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.75ctw Diamond Thick Band Ring, 14k White Gold, Ring Size 7.75, Stackable
Located in McLeansville, NC
Stones: - diamonds - princess cut, 10 stones - 1.75 mm - approximately .35 total carats -round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Bypass Ring Estate 14k White Gold Band Stackable Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish diamond bypass stacking band crafted in 14 karat white gold. Two estimated 0.10 carat
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Turquoise Polka Dots Enamel Ring Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Stacking Band
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish turquoise & diamond stacking band crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. 1 round brilliant cut
Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

14k Yellow Gold and Diamond Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
, overlapped 14k gold bands highlighting three round disks, pave-set with 57 round brilliant-cut diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

3/4ctw Baguette Diamond Wedding Band, 14k White Gold, Ring, Stackable
Located in McLeansville, NC
. Crafted in 14K white gold, this stackable diamond band features classic baguette cut diamonds that are
Category

Early 2000s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Pink Enamel Diamond Ring 14k Yellow Gold Stacking Band Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish pink enamel & diamond stacking band crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. 1 round brilliant
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

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

Lilac Enamel Diamond Ring 14k Yellow Gold Stacking Band Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish lilac enamel & diamond stacking band crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. 4 round brilliant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

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

0.20ctw Thin Diamond Wedding Band, 14k White Gold, Ring, Stackable Band
Located in McLeansville, NC
Make a subtle statement with this stunning 0.20ctw diamond wedding band. Crafted in 14K white gold
Category

1990s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.52ctw Pink Sapphire Diamond Ring, 14k Yellow Gold, Stackable Band, Cluster
Located in McLeansville, NC
ring, while the diamonds provide a dazzling touch of sparkle. The 14k yellow gold band is sleek and
Category

Early 2000s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Enamel Ring Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Fine Jewelry Stacking Band
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish white enamel & diamond stacking band crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. 5 round brilliant
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

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

Pastel Pink Enamel Diamond Ring 14k Yellow Gold Stacking Band Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish light pastel pink enamel & diamond stacking band crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. 5 round
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

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

Brilliant Round White Diamond 14k Gold Classic Stackable Dainty Cluster Ring
By Alberto
Located in GREAT NECK, NY
Metal: 14K White Gold Diamond Details: 9 Brilliant Round White Diamonds at 0.16 Carats- Clarity: SI
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Retro Diamond Wedding Band, 14K Yellow Gold, Ring Size 5.25, Stackable
Located in McLeansville, NC
A retro 14 karat yellow and white gold diamond wedding band. This stackable band features two tone
Category

1990s Retro Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold 1.0 Cttw Diamond Geometric Stacked Open Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Dazzle and delight with the opulence of this 14K yellow gold cocktail ring, where over 150 natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Round Diamond Link Chain Band Ring 14K Yellow Gold Fashion Stackable
By Alberto
Located in GREAT NECK, NY
14K Yellow Gold 0.22 Carats Total Weight of Round Brilliant White Diamonds Color: H-I / Clarity
Category

2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sapphire Diamond Bypass Ring Vintage 14k White Gold Estate Stacking Band
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage sapphire & diamond bypass ring crafted in 14 karat white gold gold. Princess cut
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

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

Diamond Anniversary Band Stackable Ring 1.32ct Marquise 14K Rose Gold Brand New
Located in Dearborn, MI
Diamond Anniversary Band 1.32ct 14K Rose Gold Wedding Ring Solid 14K Rose Gold  100% Natural
Category

2010s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

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14k Gold And Diamond Stackable Rings For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of 14k gold and diamond stackable rings. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 14k Gold and White Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 18 vintage editions and 58 modern creations to choose from as well. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 20th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Contemporary and Modern are consistently popular styles when it comes to 14k gold and diamond stackable rings. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc., Five Star Jewelry and Belfiore Jewelry produced popular versions that are worth a look. There are many round cut, baguette cut and oval cut 14k gold and diamond stackable rings for sale. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of 14k gold and diamond stackable rings, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are 14k Gold And Diamond Stackable Rings?

Prices for 14k gold and diamond stackable rings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $275 and can go as high as $13,700, while 14k gold and diamond stackable rings, on average, fetch $899.

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.