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Victorian 22 Karat Gold Silver Diamond Fox Ring
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
A Cute Victorian Silver, Rose cut Diamonds and Ruby Fox head stick pin conversion ring on 22 Carat
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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Silver, Gold, 22k Gold

18K Diamond Baguette-Cut Stackable Band Ring (Made to Order)
Located in London, GB
Diamond Baguette-Cut Stackable Band Ring (Made to Order) Main stone: 0.10ct Side stones:0.15ct
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, 24k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Diamond, Moonstone Sapphire Ring Set, 22ct Gold
By Deborah Cadby | Cadby Co.
Located in Bude, GB
Antique rose cut diamond, natural cabochon cut sapphire & fine blue cabochon cut moonstone ring set
Category

2010s British Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Sapphire, 22k Gold, Gold

9ct Russian Demantoid Garnet Solitaire Yellow Diamonds 21k Gold Cocktail Ring
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
mounted on an 18k solid gold rounded shank. The bottom of the bezel is set with rose-cut yellow diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold...

Exquisite Traditional Ring 0023
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite traditional ring, a masterpiece crafted in luxurious 22K gold. At its
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 22k Gold

Black Diamond in the Rough
Located in New York City, NY
, with white rose cut diamonds Ring size = 6.5
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, 22k Gold

Ico the Bird Fine Jewelry 17.35 carat Amethyst Rose Cut Diamond Gold Earring
By Ico the Bird Fine Jewelry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
carats Rose Cut Diamonds 22k Yellow Gold
Category

2010s Indian Artisan Drop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 22k Gold

Victorian 1.34 Carat Diamond and 22k Rose Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine, and impressive 1.34 carat diamond and 22 carat rose gold, platinum set solitaire
Category

Antique 1880s British Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 22k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

Rose cut Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Nantucket, MA
Nine-stone, rose cut diamonds set in 22K gold. Ring size is 6.5. Dates to the mid-1900's
Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 22k Gold

Antique 22k Gold Diamond Poison Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
Circa late 1800's, this 22k gold ring from the Far East is quite unique! Adorned throughout with
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Asian Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, 22k Gold

Rose Cut Diamonds Gold Flower Cluster Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This fashionable cluster ring is crafted in 22K yellow gold. It showcases a flower design covered
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 22k Gold

Artisan 22 Karat Yellow Gold Rose Cut Diamond Band Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Artisan hand-made modern band ring made of 22k yellow gold features rose cut diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Antique Gold Spanish Nun s Ring Rose Cut Table Cut Diamonds Museum
Located in London, GB
religious orders, were often bestowed by their family particularly elaborate gold rings set with diamonds
Category

Antique Early 1700s Spanish Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Lola Brooks 5.06 Carat Faceted Diamond 22k Gold One of a Kind Ring
Located in Dallas, TX
rose-cut diamond. Size 7.75 (can be sized upon request). Stamped and Hallmarked. About the Maker
Category

2010s American Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold

Edwardian 1900 Navette 18kt Yellow Gold Ring with Rose Cuts Diamonds and Ruby
Located in Aventura, FL
. Surrounding the ruby are 22 rose cut diamonds, collectively weighing around 0.60 carats, I3 clarity, H-K color
Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1.40 Carat Old Cushion Cut Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
rich 22ct yellow gold with a slight rose tint and features a phenomenal 1.40 carat old cushion cut
Category

20th Century Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Early 19th C Indonesian (Java) Six Stone Rose Cut Diamond Lotus Band
Located in Hummelstown, PA
this dramatic ring. Hand fabricated in gleaming 22k yellow gold, each rose-cut diamond is mounted like
Category

Antique 1820s Javanese Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 22k Gold

Antique 1.54 Carat Old Cut Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
rich 22ct yellow gold with a slight rose tint and features a 1.54 carat square shaped old cut diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 22k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

1.77 Carat Old Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in London, GB
rich 22ct yellow gold with a slight rose tint and features a 1.77 carat old European cut diamond at the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 1.80 Carat Old Cut Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
rich 22ct yellow gold with a slight rose tint and features a 1.80 carat old cushion cut diamond at the
Category

Antique 19th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 22k Gold

1.60 Carat Old Pear-Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in London, GB
rich 22ct yellow gold with a slight rose tint and features a phenomenal 1.60 carat old pear-cut diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond 22 Karat Gold Yellow Gold Ring
By Pamela Farland
Located in New York, NY
22 karat gold ring set with champagne rose cut diamonds 1.5 carats in the form of a stylized flower
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold

Majestic 1.03ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 14k Rose Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
romantic charm of this 14k rose gold diamond halo ring, featuring a stunning 0.70-carat cushion-cut diamond
Category

2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Diamond Eternity Ring 22 Karat Gold Yellow Gold
By Pamela Farland
Located in New York, NY
any jewelry collection. Frosty earth tone rose cut diamonds in antique style Roman bezel ring. Size 7
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Classical Roman Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

.25 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamond engagement ring. Oval rose cut bezel set diamond in a 20/22k yellow gold setting. 1 oval
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

24 Karat Gold-Plated Silver and Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
A stunning, statement ring with around 3 carat rose cut white diamonds set in silver. The black
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Chic Regional Peranakan-Straits Chinese Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
. Fabricated in 22 karat gold and set with 1.0 carat of fine rose cut diamonds (H color, VS clarity) this
Category

Vintage 1970s Chinese Cluster Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 22k Gold

Petra Class White Diamond Black Diamond Purple Sapphire Gold Stacking Rings
By Petra Class
Located in Dallas, TX
gemstones from top to bottom: 1. Framed Round Brilliant-Cut White Diamond 2. Golden Orb 3. Rose-Cut Black
Category

2010s American Artisan Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Multi-ge...

22 Karat Gold Snake Ring with Sapphires, Diamonds and Ruby
Located in Nantucket, MA
22K gold coiled snake ring with rose cut diamonds around the band, pave`set faceted sapphires at
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 22k Gold

Devta Doolan Intense Red Flash Lighting Ridge Opal Black Diamond Gold Ring
By Devta Doolan
Located in Dallas, TX
Ring handcrafted in 22k yellow gold with a spectacular Lighting Ridge opal crystal showcasing rare
Category

2010s American Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, Diamond, Opal, 22k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
rich 22ct yellow gold with slight rose tint and features a trio mesmerising chunky old cut diamonds in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 22k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

South Sea Pearl Ring with Diamonds in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Bad Kissingen, DE
18 k rose gold Fineness hallmarked with 750 1 gray south sea pearl diameter ca 12 mm 4,48 ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique French Belle Époque Gold Ring Rubies Emeralds and Diamonds Ladies Ring
Located in London, GB
arrangement of milgrain set emeralds and rubies, decorated with floral motifs and rose cut diamonds in
Category

Early 20th Century Belle Époque Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique and Vintage 1.32 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Trilogy Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
cut yellow gold trilogy ring is supplied with three independent diamond grading certificates. Images
Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Coomi Affinity Australian Opal Ring
By Coomi
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Affinity ring set in 20K Yellow Gold. 8.25ct Australian Opal, and Rose-Cut Diamonds 1.16ct. The
Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, 22k Gold

Edwardian Diamond Sapphire 18 Karat Yellow Gold Navette Filigree Dinner Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
mine cut diamond weighing approximately 0.80 carat, graded K color, SI1 clarity. Accented by 22 calibré
Category

Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Antique Georgian Early 19th Century 1ct Ruby and Diamond Target Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
A superb antique Georgian ruby and diamond ring made in England, circa 1820. The centre of this
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 22k Gold

One of a Kind Rose-Cut Emerald 22k Gold Triple Drop Earrings, Lola Brooks 2023
Located in Dallas, TX
her signature-finished 22k yellow gold featuring six shimmering rose-cut emeralds totaling 9.18 carats
Category

2010s American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold

Antique Victorian 22 Karat Yellow Gold 2.59 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Bracelet
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
styles, from engagement rings to rose-cut diamond brooches, also costume jewellery: Chanel, Christian
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Petra Class One of a Kind 6.60 Carat Assorted Diamond Gold Segments Bracelet
By Petra Class
Located in Dallas, TX
comprised of round brilliant-cut, princess-cut, rose-cut, faceted and rough diamonds ranging in colors from
Category

2010s American Artisan Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18...

Lola Brooks Indigo Blue Pink Sapphire One of a Kind Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in Dallas, TX
-finished 22k yellow gold and finished with 18k yellow gold jump rings and ear wires. Stamped and Hallmarked
Category

2010s American Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 22k...

Steven Battelle 26.8 Carats Rose Cut Tanzanite Diamond 22K Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
substantial and impressive design. Two 3mm (5 point) rose cut white diamonds set within fine granulation
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 22k Gold

Steven Battelle 1.8 Carat Raw Diamond 22K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Stunning handcrafted granulated Steven Battelle raw rose cut brown diamond in 22K gold. Current
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 22k Gold

Steven Battelle 6.3 Carats Blue Zircon Diamonds 22K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A crystalline 8 x 10 mm octagonal cut Blue Zircon is held in a handmade 22K Gold "V-bezel" with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Zircon, Blue Zircon, 22k Gold

Steven Battelle 1.8 Carat Black Diamond Ring 22k Gold
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A fabulous handcrafted geometric granulated Black Diamond 22K ring in size 7. The rose-cut faceted
Category

2010s Indonesian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, 22k Gold

Ancient Greek Archaic 6th Century BCE Athena Coin Diamonds 22K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
handmade 22K shank surrounded by line texture bezels with two 3 mm rough rose cut diamonds as side accents
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Classical Greek Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 22k Gold

22K Gold and Amber Ring with Diamonds, Emeralds, and Rubies
Located in Braintree, GB
22K Gold and Amber Ring with Diamonds, Emeralds, and Rubies. A later 20th-century revival piece
Category

20th Century Asian Fashion Rings

Materials

Amber, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 22k Gold

Denise Betesh 1.22 Carat Rose-Cut White Diamond Solitaire Gold Handmade Ring
By Denise Betesh
Located in Dallas, TX
rose-cut white diamond with handmade 22k gold granulated accents and a 20k yellow gold shank. Size 6.5
Category

2010s American Artist Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 22k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Steven Battelle 14.5 Carats Faceted Pink Tourmaline with Diamonds 22K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A brilliant bright pink 13 x17 mm oval briolyte cut Brazilian pink tourmaline is set in a signature
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 22k Gold

Natural Rose-Cut Oval Pink Sapphire Heavy Gold Eternity Band Ring, Lola Brooks
Located in Dallas, TX
sapphires, tourmalines, diamonds, and other unusual rare gems into her signature-finished 18k and 22k gold
Category

2010s American Artist Band Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

22 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Statement Bird Ring Handcrafted
Located in Jaipur, IN
22 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Statement Bird Ring Handcrafted It’s not easy to define in
Category

Early 2000s Indian Anglo-Indian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 22k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold

Gurhan Intaglio Carved Onyx Black Diamond Ring
By Gurhan
Located in Webster, NY
Designer Gurhan ring featuring an Ottoman Intaglio of engraved onyx accented by two rose cut black
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, Onyx, 22k Gold

1ct CushionCut Diamond Engagement Ring bezel set in 18ct yellow gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
emerald cut diamond, embraced by fine golden ropes. 1ct FSI cushion cut diamond ring *please note If you
Category

2010s Australian Artist Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 22k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

1872 Nordic Ring 0.5 ctw Diamonds solid 23K Gold US 8.25 /4.3g
Located in SE
Antique Three Stones Diamond Wedding Ring in solid 23K Yellow Gold. Crown top clusters in Silver
Category

Antique 1870s Swedish Renaissance Revival Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 22k Gold, Silver

22 Karat Gold Tourmaline and Diamond Cocktail Ring in Pink and White Enamel Work
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
22 Karat Gold Tourmaline and Diamond Cocktail Ring in Pink and White Enamel Work This exquisite
Category

2010s Indian Anglo-Indian Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold, Gold, Enamel

Dramatic Rebecca Koven Tourmaline Diamond Ring
By Rebecca Koven
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent Sliced Orange Tourmaline ring, antique Rose Cut, set in heavy yellow gold Bezel and
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20th Century Indian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 22k Gold

Antique Ring natural 0.8ctw. Diamonds solid 23K Gold Ø 6.25US / 3.3 gr
Located in SE
Аntique European solid 23K Ring with clusters holding 3 old rose hand-cut stones : two Diamonds and
Category

Antique 1880s European Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 22k Gold

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22k Gold Rose Cut Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact 22k gold rose cut diamond ring you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 22k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 5 vintage editions and 17 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a 22k gold rose cut diamond ring may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular piece, 1 Carat and 1.5 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. A 22k gold rose cut diamond ring from Arunashi, Deborah Meyers Experience and Roshe Jewels — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A rose cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also emerald cut and heart cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a 22k gold rose cut diamond ring, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a 22k Gold Rose Cut Diamond Ring?

On average, a 22k gold rose cut diamond ring at 1stDibs sells for $4,860, while they’re typically $950 on the low end and $23,000 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.