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Art Deco 2ct Sapphire and Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1930s
Located in London, GB
18 carat white gold and is a real show stopper. Gemstone: Sapphire Stone Shape: Oval Carat Weight
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage 10.66 Ct Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
, VS1-VS2 clarity). Estimated total diamond weight is 2.70 ct. The sapphire and diamond cluster measures
Category

Late 20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Elegant gold ring with 1.50 ct sapphire and diamonds, France, late XX century.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Luxurious ring made of 18-carat white gold (0,750). Its central point is an oval sapphire with an
Category

Late 20th Century French Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold

Vintage Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Halo Ring, circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
yellow gold. Gemstone: Sapphire Stone Shape: Oval Carat Weight: 1.60 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, 18ct White
Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold

Victorian 1.70 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Ring, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
: Sapphire Stone Shape: Oval Carat Weight: 1.70 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold Age: 1880s Size: M
Category

Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage 0.50 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring, circa 1940s
Located in London, GB
gold band. Gemstone: Sapphire Stone Shape: Oval Carat Weight: 0.50 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum
Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

1980s 4.10 Carat Ceylon Sapphire 1.75 Carat Diamond Gold Dress Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning vintage 4.10 carat Ceylon sapphire and 1.75 carat diamond, 18k yellow gold cluster style
Category

Vintage 1980s English Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 1.20ct Sapphire and Diamond Halo Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
A deep blue sapphire is the centre of this stunning art deco ring. The 1.20ct sapphire is an oval
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco 2.00 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Signet Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
of the ring is 27.4 grams. Gemstone: Sapphire Stone Shape: Oval Carat Weight: 2.00 Metal: 18ct
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Contemporary 20th Century 2.80 carats Diamond 1.05 carats Sapphire Gold Ring
Located in MADRID, ES
This contemporary ring from the 20th century is crafted in 18K white gold and features Diamonds and
Category

20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold

Art Deco French Sapphire Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
A platinum topped 18K gold ring is centered with a natural oval sapphire (7.7 x 5.9 x 4 mm
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Sapphire

Vintage 1.70ct Sapphire and 1.45ct Diamond, 18ct White Gold Cluster Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
butterfly with the 18ct gold mark ( 750 ). These impressive oval sapphire and diamond earrings are supplied
Category

20th Century Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Oval Royal Blue Sapphire Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in London, GB
brilliant-cut diamonds cluster drop earrings, set with an oval faceted cut sapphire to the centre with a
Category

2010s British More Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of sapphire and diamond double cluster drop earrings, with oval faceted sapphires set
Category

Early 2000s Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful sapphire and diamond cluster ring crafted in 18ct white gold. The central
Category

Vintage 1940s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a classic sapphire and diamond cluster ring. This vintage ring features a mid to dark
Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

1970s Sapphire and Diamond White Gold Cluster Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 1.02 carat blue sapphire and 0.86 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold cluster
Category

20th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of sapphire and diamond cluster earrings, oval cut sapphire, surrounded by round brilliant
Category

2010s British Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
A beautiful sapphire and diamond cluster ring, with a 2.42 carat sapphire in the centre. It is a
Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1910s
Located in London, GB
This original Edwardian era sapphire and diamond cluster ring centres a natural, oval-shaped
Category

Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Sapphire Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring in Gold
Located in London, England
A classic with contemporary twist oval cut sapphire and diamond cluster ring set in 18ct white gold
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
This stunning sapphire and diamond cluster ring dates back to the Edwardian era. Set in 18 carat
Category

Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

French Antique Natural Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in London, GB
Here we have a stunning pair of sapphire and diamond cluster earrings. A single oval faceted
Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Bespoke Sapphire And Diamond Cluster Ring 2.42ct
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
A Sapphire And Diamond Cluster Ring, with an oval Ceylon sapphire bezel set in 18ct white on yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Garrard Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1980s
Located in London, GB
VS clarity. The Sapphire is oval shaped which was popular in the 1980s. The band is 18 carat yellow
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

18K White Gold Pink Sapphire and Natural Diamond Cluster Drop Earrings. 1.79TCW
Located in Victoria, BC
pink sapphire, framed by a cluster of claw-set diamonds. Each earring is set with: 1 oval-cut pink
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, White Gold

Vintage Star Sapphire Diamond and Gold Cluster Ring, Circa 1979
Located in London, GB
A vintage star sapphire and diamond cluster ring, with an oval, cabochon-cut, light blue star
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Retro Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Star Sapphire, 18k Gold

Late Deco Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1940s
Located in London, GB
: Sapphire Stone Shape: Oval Carat Weight: 0.50 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum Age: 1940s Size: I 1/2
Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1966
Located in London, GB
. Gemstone: Sapphire Stone Shape: Oval Carat Weight: 1.00 centre Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, 18ct White Gold
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1970s
Located in London, GB
: Sapphire Stone Shape: Oval Carat Weight: 0.50 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, 18ct White Gold Age: 1970s Size: H
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1970s
Located in London, GB
sapphire at the centre of this disco era cluster ring. Crafted entirely in 18 carat white gold, the ring’s
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

18k White Gold Cluster Ring w/ .91ct Natural Sapphire and Natural Diamonds IGI
Located in רמת גן, IL
carats of side diamonds which add more to its elegance. The jewelry is made of 18K White Gold with a high
Category

2010s Israeli Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

1960s Sapphire, Diamond and Ruby Floral Cluster Earrings
Located in London, England
A dazzling pair of 1960's ruby, sapphire and diamond cluster earrings set in 18ct yellow gold and
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1910s
Located in London, GB
This original Edwardian era sapphire and diamond cluster ring centres a natural, oval-shaped
Category

Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
. Gemstone: Sapphire Stone Shape: Oval Carat Weight: 0.50 centre Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold Age: Victorian
Category

Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Edwardian Rose Cut Diamond and Sapphire 18 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
At the centre of this eye catching cluster ring is an oval blue sapphire and surrounding the stone
Category

Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, 1930s
Located in London, GB
A wonderful cluster sapphire and diamond ring, which is from the art deco era. It is a rub over set
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco 0.60ct Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
centre, enveloped by a halo of glistening diamonds. The oval cut sapphire is an 0.60 carat and claw set
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Halo Cluster Ring, circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
A stunning Sapphire and Diamond cluster ring, which shows off a deep blue centre Sapphire. It is
Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

1920s Antique French 2.98 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Cluster
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning 2.98 carat blue sapphire and 0.76 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and platinum set
Category

20th Century French Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Pink Sapphire Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings
Located in London, England
A fanciful pair of oval pink sapphire and diamond cluster ear studs set in 18ct white and yellow
Category

2010s British Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

Sapphire Diamond Triple Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in London, England
A striking triple cluster sapphire and diamond ring set in platinum and 18ct yellow gold. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
colour. The band is made of 18 carat yellow gold and the eight cut diamonds are grain set around the
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Flower Cluster Ring, circa 1940s
Located in London, GB
ring. Gemstone: Diamond, Sapphire Stone Shape: Old Cut, Oval Carat Weight: 1.50 Centre + 0.60 Colour
Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Firework Cluster Earrings in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in London, England
A dazzling pair of 1960’s ruby, sapphire and diamond cluster earrings set in 18ct yellow gold and
Category

Vintage 1960s Retro Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage Pink Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1960s
Located in London, GB
shoulders have been made from 18 carat yellow gold, along with the rest of the band. Gemstone: Pink Sapphire
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Diamond and Sapphire Cluster Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape:Old Oval Cut Carat Weight: 0.80 Centre Colour: H Clarity: VS Metal: 18ct
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Edwardian Style Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
central oval-cut emerald, surrounded by round brilliant-cut diamonds and fancy-cut sapphires, mounted in
Category

2010s American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold

1.52 Carat Sapphire Diamond White Gold Cocktail Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 1.52 carat blue sapphire and 0.59 carat diamond, 18k white gold cocktail ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

1980s 2.95 Carat Sapphire Yellow Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 2.95 carat sapphire and 0.72 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow and white gold
Category

Vintage 1980s British Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Late Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
, finished with a hoop design. Gemstone: Sapphire Stone Shape: Oval Carat Weight: 1.30 Metal: 18ct White Gold
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
sapphire is oval shaped and weighs 1.25 carat. It is claw set using 18 carat yellow gold, whilst the
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

1990s Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive pair of vintage 0.55 Ct sapphire and 0.80 Ct diamond, 18k yellow gold stud earrings
Category

1990s Unknown Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Sapphire Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This finely crafted fancy cluster ring features an oval sapphire center in a millegrain platinum
Category

20th Century European Edwardian Engagement Rings

Sapphire and 1.02Ct Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring Circa 1960
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 0.75 carat sapphire and 1.02 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Sapphire, Diamond, Demantoid Garnet And Gold Snake Bangle, Circa 1965
Located in London, GB
A vintage sapphire, diamond, demantoid garnet, yellow and white gold snake bangle, with an oval
Category

Vintage 1960s American Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 5.37 Carat Cabochon Sapphire 2.60 Carat Diamond Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1890 A Victorian era antique 18K gold ring is centered with an oval 5.37 ct cabochon cut
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Cocktail Rings

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18ct Gold Sapphire And Diamond Oval Cluster For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact 18ct gold sapphire and diamond oval cluster you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect 18ct gold sapphire and diamond oval cluster among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. A 18ct gold sapphire and diamond oval cluster from David Jerome — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Today, if you’re looking for an oval cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a 18ct gold sapphire and diamond oval cluster, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a 18ct Gold Sapphire And Diamond Oval Cluster?

On average, a 18ct gold sapphire and diamond oval cluster at 1stDibs sells for $15,238, while they’re typically $1,257 on the low end and $58,797 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.