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Antique 18ct Gold Platinum, Edwardian Open Work Diamond Marquise Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
milgrain-set diamond centres that sparkle with every movement. The ring is further enhanced by diamond-set
Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Alex Soldier Diamond Gold Sterling Silver Hand-Textured Codi the Snail Ring
By Alex Soldier
Located in New York, NY
). Cognac diamonds: 3 stones, total carat weight: 0.3 ct. Silvermist diamonds: 63 stones, total carat weight
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platin...

Antique 9ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Natural Sapphire Diamond Marquise Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
its centre. Surrounding the sapphire are dazzling natural diamonds that contribute to the ring
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sophisticated 1.22ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k Rose Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Sophisticated 1.22ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k Rose Gold - IGI Certified Fall in love with this
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2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Stunning 1.18ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Stunning 1.18ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified This stunning 18k yellow
Category

2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

8.02-carat GIA Certified Diamond Ring 18k White Gold Modern Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
-shaped diamond is set to frame and enhance the center stone. Designed with balance and proportion, the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Elegant 1.10ct Diamonds Half-Eternity Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Elegant 1.10ct Diamonds Half-Eternity Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified Crafted in sleek 18k
Category

2010s Israeli Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

White Gold Diamond Square Cluster Halo Ring 14k Round Brilliant .50ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .30ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G - H Clarity: SI2 - I1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

New 1.00ctw Round Brilliant Diamond Ring Silver Curved Cluster Women s
Located in Greensboro, NC
Information: Natural Diamonds Treatment: Color Enhanced (black) Clarity: I3 Color: H - I; Black Cut
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Silver

Timeless 1.01ct Diamonds Half Eternity Ring in 18k Rose Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Timeless 1.01ct Diamonds Half Eternity Ring in 18k Rose Gold - IGI Certified This captivating 18k
Category

2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

New 1.00ctw Round Brilliant Diamond Ring, Sterling Silver Curved Cluster
Located in Greensboro, NC
Information: Natural Diamonds Treatment: Color Enhanced (black) Clarity: I3 Color: H - I; Black Cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver

New 1.00ctw Round Brilliant Diamond Ring Silver Curved Cluster Women s
Located in Greensboro, NC
Information: Natural Diamonds Treatment: Color Enhanced (black) Clarity: I3 Color: H - I; Black Cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver

ALGT certified Natural 3.32 Carat Alexandrite and Diamond White Gold Ring
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Diamonds Precious stones: Alexandrite (Ural origin) 3. Design Style: engagement/cocktail ring 4. Cut
Category

2010s European Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Alexandrite, White Gold, 18k Gold

De Beers Platinum Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring 1.04ct E/VS1
By De Beers
Located in Mayfair, London, London
1.04ct, is E colour and VS1 clarity. The centre stone is enhanced by the graceful diamond pave set mount
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

18k Yellow Gold Natural Blue Sapphire Ring with Diamonds
Located in Portland, OR
sapphire. The design is simplistic yet elegant. The ring looks very exquisite with some diamonds tracing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.25 Carat Natural Diamond Bow Ring G SI 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond Ring 0.26CT Color G-H Clarity SI 14K White Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Round Blue Aquamarine Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
) Ring size: US 3-8 available Center Gemstones Type: Aquamarine Shape: Round Size: 6 mm. Number: 1 Weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Art Deco 14K White Gold Diamond Sapphire Ring Size 5 IGI Certified
Located in Media, PA
Art Deco 14K White Gold Diamond Ring Size 5 – 1ct Total, Lab Center & 14 Natural Diamonds, SI1–SI2
Category

Vintage 1920s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamond 0.40 Carats 18KT White Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Presenting a masterpiece of elegance and sophistication: our 3 Round Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamond 0.40 Carats 18KT Yellow Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Presenting a masterpiece of elegance and sophistication: our 3 Round Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Diamond 0.40 Carats 18KT Rose Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Presenting a masterpiece of elegance and sophistication: our 3 Round Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

New 1.00ctw Round Brilliant Diamond Ring, Sterling Silver Curved Cluster
Located in Greensboro, NC
Information: Natural Diamonds Treatment: Color Enhanced (black) Clarity: I3 Color: H - I; Black Cut
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver

Radiant Cut Natural Fancy Yellow Diamond and Halo Platinum Engagement Ring GIA
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
whiteness of the stones. There are also 3 rows of shimmering pave diamonds along the shank, making this
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum

ALGT certified Natural 0.77 Carat Alexandrite and Diamond White Gold Ring
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Diamonds Precious stones: Alexandrite (Ural origin) 3. Design & Style: engagement ring 4. Cut & Shape
Category

2010s European Baroque Engagement Rings

Materials

Alexandrite, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Fascinating 2.23ct Double Excellent Ideal Cut Natural-Colored Diamond Fancy Ring
Located in רמת גן, IL
ring's luxurious appeal! Metal: 18k White Gold Main stone: 1 pc Natural Colored Diamond Main stone
Category

2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sparkling 1.39 Carat Antique style Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
overall brilliance and allure of the ring. 3 diamond main stone of 0.61 carat cut: briolette color: E-F
Category

2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Peter Suchy 2.35 Carat Blue Sapphire Pear Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Peter Sucy natural sapphire and diamond three stone engagement ring. 2.35 oval center sapphire
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

ALGT Certified 1.90 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Cocktail Ring in White gold
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
beauty and authenticity. The center stone are decorated on the side with brilliant-cut natural diamonds
Category

2010s European Renaissance Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Angara Natural Princess-Cut White Black Diamond Half Eternity Ring in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
this half eternity ring. The princess-cut white and enhanced black diamonds are arranged in a striking
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

David Webb Ring Diamond Gold Black Enamel Vintage Estate Jewelry
By David Webb
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A stunning David Webb enamel buckle ring, made of 18k gold and platinum, featuring diamonds. This
Category

Vintage 1980s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified 2.38 Carat Marquis-Cut "H" Color "Si1" Clarity Diamond Ring
By Gad Co.
Located in Miami, FL
. A split ring shank encrusted with diamond side stones in an elevated progression style setting. This
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Classic 1.01ct Diamond Solitaire Ring in 18k White Yellow Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Classic 1.01ct Diamond Solitaire Ring in 18k White & Yellow Gold - IGI Certified A timeless
Category

2010s Israeli Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

0.38 Carat Natural Diamond Band Ring G SI 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond Ring 0.38CT G-H SI 14K White Gold, Pave style
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.33 Carat Natural Diamond Heartbeat Ring G SI 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
0.33 Carat Natural Diamond Heartbeat Ring G SI 14K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.20 Carat Natural Diamond Arrow Ring G SI 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
0.20 Carat Natural Diamond Arrow Ring G SI 14K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Wedding Band - 14k Round Brilliant .23ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
& 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .20ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color: J
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Certified natural real 4.77carats uncut diamonds 18K gold silver ring
Located in Delhi, DL
Diamonds --- #### Product Overview: Make a statement with this stunning cocktail ring, featuring a
Category

2010s Asian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold, Silver

2.0 Carat Long Radiant D/VS2 Diamond Hidden Halo Pave Engagement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
underneath the center stone with a half full pavé diamond band. Production Time: 3-4 weeks. Item rendered
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 1915 filigree 18kt gold white Ring with Diamonds and Sapphires
Located in Aventura, FL
Natural Stone: Diamonds & Sapphires Ring size: 6 (sizable). Ring width: 1.0 inches Stamped: No stamp
Category

Vintage 1910s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Alex Soldier Diamond Sapphire Ruby Garnet Citrine Sunny the Snail Ring
By Alex Soldier
Located in New York, NY
: 67 stones, total carat weight: 8.1 ct. Garnets: 35 stones, total carat weight: 5.1 ct. White diamonds
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire...

1.20ct Oval Cut Blue Sapphire Diamond Eternity Band Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
sparkling round brilliant-cut diamonds--four stones totaling 0.03 carats, and eight additional stones
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Yellow Gold Tanzanite Diamond Cluster Cocktail Ring - 14k Pear 1.85ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Tanzanites Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Carat(s
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angara Classic Freshwater Cultured Pearl Diamond Solitaire Ring in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
/>Total Diamond Weight: 0.19 CaratsSetting Style: Prong SettingRing Size Available: 3 to 13
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold

GIA Certified 4.12 Carat Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
diamond band. Production Time: 2-3 weeks. Item rendered in ring size 6, adjustable. This item is made
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Modern Rose Gold Cocktail Ring with Quartz and Diamonds
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
, totaling approximately 3 carats. These diamonds add a brilliant sparkle to the ring, enhancing its allure
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

9K Yellow Gold Natural Ruby Sapphire and Diamond Vintage Style Duo Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
: 4 x 3 mm. Number: 1 Weight: 0.30 Carat (approx.) ACCENT STONE(S) Stone: Natural Diamond Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

GIA Certified No Indication of Heating Cabochon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
By Tacori
Located in New York, NY
: GIA Certified, Report No. 5234255152 Heating: No Indication of Heating Side Stones: Type: Diamonds
Category

1990s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Radiant 1.24ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k Rose White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Radiant 1.24ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k Rose & White Gold - IGI Certified Soft tones and refined
Category

2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

HARAKH 18KT Gold Colorless Diamond and Orangy Brown Tourmaline Sunlight Ring
By Harakh
Located in New York, NY
, this ring is studded with colorless natural baguette diamonds and natural brown tourmaline. Enhance
Category

2010s Indian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

9K Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Style Halo Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
of brilliant diamonds adds light and contrast, enhancing the sapphire's vivid color. The vintage
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Suzy Levian 14K White Gold Round Blue Diamond Halo Bridal Engagement Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
This strikingly gorgeous, one-of-a-kind engagement ring by Suzy Levian is a 3-stone blue diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum Ring (Approx. 1-Carat) and Sapphire
Located in New York, NY
harmonious arrangement of diamonds and sapphires creates a striking contrast, enhancing the ring’s overall
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Opal Emerald Ruby Tanzanite Diamond Vintage Style Floral Ring in 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
. Sparkling diamonds delicately frame the gemstones, enhancing the beauty of each stone and bringing the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Tanzanite, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Precious 5.93ct Rubellite and Diamonds Cocktail Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - GIA
Located in רמת גן, IL
Precious 5.93ct Rubellite and Diamonds Cocktail Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - GIA Certified Dazzle
Category

2010s Israeli Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angara Seed Freshwater Cultured Pearl and Diamond Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
their alluring hue. Sparkling diamonds encrusted on the shank enhance the beauty of this ring.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern More Rings

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Gold

Vintage Platinum, 1980s 1.50ct Diamond Daisy Cluster Ring, Vintage Engagement Ri
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Diamond Daisy Ring Platinum Tested Step into the elegance of the past with this
Category

Late 20th Century European Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Angara Freshwater Cultured Pearl and Diamond Swirl Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Diamond Weight: 0.14 CaratsSetting Style: Prong SettingRing Size Available: 3 to 13
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern More Rings

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Gold

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3 Stone Diamond Ring Enhancers For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of 3 stone diamond ring enhancers for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, white gold and 14k gold. Find a collection of 536 vintage versions or 1019 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 18th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of 3 stone diamond ring enhancers made by contemporary jewelers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — are very popular. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but JeweLyrie, Peter Suchy and J DAUPHIN produced popular versions that are worth a look. Today, if you’re looking for round cut 3 stone diamond ring enhancers and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and emerald cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of 3 stone diamond ring enhancers, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are 3 Stone Diamond Ring Enhancers?

On average, 3 stone diamond ring enhancers at 1stDibs sell for $3,620, while they’re typically $110 on the low end and $1,275,373 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.