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10K White Gold 1.0 Ct Real Diamond Oval Cluster Halo Art Deco 3 Stone Style Ring
Located in New York, NY
: Channel, Shape: Baguette, Total Carat Weight: 0.11, Treatment: None • Diamond 3 Clarity: SI1-SI2, Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 10k Gold, Gold

GIA Certified 0.80 Carat Emerald Hidden Halo Pave Band Platinum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Elegantly poised at the center of This exquisite diamond ring is a magnificent emerald diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

White Gold Diamond Enhancer Wedding Band -14k Round .14ctw French Set Guard Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .14ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G Clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 0.97 Carat Emerald Hidden Halo Pave Band Platinum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Elegantly poised at the center of This exquisite diamond ring is a magnificent emerald diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.80 Carat Radiant Hidden Halo Pave Band Platinum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
diamond ring is a magnificent radiant diamond weighing 1.80 , showcasing a pristine H and SI1. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Yellow Gold Diamond Enhancer Wedding Band -14k Single Ct .15ctw Wrap Jacket Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .15ctw Cut: Single Color: G - H Clarity: VS1 - VS2 Total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Three-Stone Diamond 18K White Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This delightful and precious three-stone diamond ring is a sparkly masterpiece, beautifully crafted
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

GIA 3ct Pear Slim Band Prong Set Solitaire 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** A magnificent diamond ring featuring a stunning pear
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

3 Carat Radiant Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
This refined three-stone ring centers a 3.03-carat Fancy Light Yellow elongated radiant-cut diamond
Category

2010s American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

0.75 Carat 3 Stone Natural White and Blue Diamond Ring G SI 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
0.75 Carat 3 Stone Blue and White Diamond Ring G SI 14K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds 0.75CT G
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Blue Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

White Gold Set of 2 Diamond Wedding Bands - 14k Rd .50ctw Enhancer Guard Rings
Located in Greensboro, NC
White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .54ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: H - I
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 18ct Gold, Diamond Three Stone Ring, Trilogy Engagement Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Diamond Three Stone Ring Hallmarked 18ct London 1991 Makers Mark A G L A classic
Category

Late 20th Century English Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Cartier 5.36 Carats Total Square Emerald Cut 3-Stone Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
of the step-cut diamond is enhanced by its V-prong mounting, while the 2 flanking trilliant-cut
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

18k Gold Plated Women s Ring Natural Tanzanite December Birthstone 3 Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
Ring 4.94 cts SKU CODE = PJC9012R Primary Stone : Tanzanite Stone Shape : Oval Stone Size : 8x6mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Bridal Rings

Materials

Tanzanite, Gold Plate, Silver

0.75 Carat 3 Stone Natural White and Blue Diamond Ring G SI 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
0.75 Carat 3 Stone Blue and White Diamond Ring G SI 14K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds 0.75CT G
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Blue Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 3 Carat COLOMBIAN Emerald Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
) Mounting: 18K yellow gold Accent stones: Tapered baguette diamonds Accompanied by its GIA Emerald Origin
Category

2010s American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 3 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
of timeless elegance. On each side of the majestic center stone, two trapezoidal diamonds rise
Category

2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Diamond Tourmaline Rubellite Ring 3 Platinum 3.72 TCW Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Finely Faceted Quality Tourmaline Rubellite Diamond Ring size 3 resizable set in Platinum
Category

2010s American Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rubelite, Tourmaline, Platinum

3 Natural Diamond Wedding Ring in 14k Solid Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Diamond 14k Solid Gold Ring 3 Diamond Ring Bridal Wedding Gift Jewelry Light weight can be
Category

2010s Indian Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

Cartier Destinee Solitaire Diamond 0.56ct F-VS1-Ex Platinum Ring US 3 3/4
By Cartier
Located in Tokyo, JP
diamond (D0.56ct F-VS1-Ex), Side diamond, Pt950 platinum ■Weight: 4.1g (Approx) ■Ring size: EU: 46 / USA
Category

2010s American More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Certified Imperial Jade Diamond 7 Stone. Ring. Imperial Green. Supreme Glow!
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Please check out the HD video. Superb 7 stone (4 imperial jades and 3 natural round brilliant
Category

2010s Hong Kong Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Platinum

1 3/4 Carat 2 Piece Diamond Halo Wedding Ring
Located in Tustin, CA
The perfect wedding ring for a timeless and elegant look. This stunning 1 3/4 carat 2 piece diamond
Category

2010s American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

La Triomphe 14k Citrine Peridot Floral Cluster 3 Diamonds Ring
By La Triomphe
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
diamonds, with a clarity of VS1 and a color grade of F, enhance the ring's allure. The intricate setting
Category

Vintage 1960s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Elegant 1.51ct Diamonds 7-Stones Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Elegant 1.51ct Diamonds 7-Stones Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified Understated yet
Category

2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Five-Stone Oval Emerald Diamond Ring Band in 18K White Gold
By Brij Nivesh
Located in Pembroke Pines, FL
a statement gemstone ring, this five-stone design stands out for its minimalist elegance and high
Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

GIA Certified 3 Carat Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
A masterpiece of timeless elegance, this estate diamond ring showcases a breathtaking GIA-certified
Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum

Three-Stone Style 18k Solid White Gold Emerald Diamond Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Three-Stone Style Emerald Diamond Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural emerald of 2.1 carats and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Dainty Two Stone Diamond Stackable Ring 18k Solid Rose Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, this exquisite ring is handset with 0.24 carat of sparkling diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Exceptional GIA Certified 3 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring VVS
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
GIA Certified 3.00 Carat VVS Emerald-Cut Diamond Ring in Platinum with Side Diamonds Elevate your
Category

2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold

9K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Vintage Style Three Stone Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
diamonds add brilliance and elegant contrast. The timeless design is enhanced by intricate vintage
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Beauvince 5 Stone Oval Diamond Ring (2.55 ct HI SI Diamonds GIA) in White Gold
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
This 5 Stone Oval Diamond Band is a simple and classic style that compliments and enhances any
Category

2010s Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified Art Deco Authentic 3 Carat Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
ring's stately design is enhanced by glittering baguette diamonds on the shoulders, offering a look that
Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

9K Rose Gold Opal and Diamond Vintage Style Three Stones Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
A mesmerizing trio of opals are arranged in a stunning three-stone design, enhanced by sparkling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Rare Colors - 3 Carat Fancy Yellow Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
This 3-carat Fancy Yellow cushion-cut diamond engagement ring is a stunning embodiment of elegance
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

3 1/2 Carat Fancy Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Tustin, CA
diamonds, totaling 3.56 carats, meticulously set to enhance their natural sparkle. Designed in luxurious
Category

2010s American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

GIA Certified 3 Carat Fancy Intense Pink Purple Diamond Heart Engagement Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
GIA Certified 3.17 Carat Fancy Intense Pink Purple Diamond Heart Engagement Ring This
Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 3 Carat VVS2 Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite engagement ring features a stunning 3.01-carat cushion modified brilliant diamond
Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Harry Winston Tryst 0.80ct F-VS1-3Ex Diamond Engagement Ring in Pt950 – US 3 3/4
By Harry Winston
Located in Tokyo, JP
are four finely set side stones, adding balanced sparkle and enhancing the ring’s romantic silhouette
Category

2010s American More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

14K White Gold Diamond 3/4ct Diamond Halo Style and Woven Shank Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
its central princess-cut diamond weighing 3/8 carat, sourced naturally to capture light magnificently
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage 18ct Gold, Single Stone Diamond Engagement Ring, Hallmarked London 1987
Located in Brighton, GB
total diamond weight is estimated to be 0.45 carats. UK Size K 1/2 US Size 5 3/4 This ring can be
Category

Late 20th Century English Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Sapphire Diamond Carved Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Victorian five-stone ring, meticulously crafted in 18ct yellow gold. This stunning piece showcases a
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

3, 20 Carat Old Cut Cushion Diamonds Engagement Ring, 19th Century
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Exquisite 19th Century Flower-Shaped Diamond Ring Second half of the 19th century This captivating
Category

Antique 19th Century French Romantic Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

9K Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire and Diamond Vintage Style Three stone Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage-style three-stone ring features round blue sapphires set in a graceful row. Between
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

3 Carat Pear Cut Tapered Baguette Diamond Platinum 18k Gold Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
are two tapered baguette diamonds, meticulously chosen to enhance its beauty and brilliance. These
Category

2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

1ct Natural Pear-Cut Emerald Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring–18K WhiteGold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
and brilliant diamond companions, this three-stone engagement ring is a true testament to love
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

3.25 Carat Fancy Yellow Emerald-Cut Diamond Three-Stone Ring Platinum 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
. Details: Center Stones: 3 Fancy Yellow Emerald-Cut Diamonds, Total 3.25 Carats Accent Diamonds: 0.36
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified 3 Carat Fancy Yellow Cushion Cut Diamond Ring VS2 Clarity
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Certified natural 3-carat fancy yellow cushion-cut diamond ring. Exuding brilliance and sophistication, this
Category

2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 3 Carat Oval Diamond 18K White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
timeless sophistication. Flanking the center stone are two tapered baguette diamonds, precisely cut and
Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Colombian Square Cut Emerald Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Ring
Located in Greenwich, CT
pure green hue, this vivid emerald forms the centerpiece of this magical Art Deco three-stone ring
Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, White Diamond, Platinum

1.00 Carat Natural Diamond Ring G SI 14K White Gold 5 Stones
Located in New York, NY
1.00 Carat Natural Diamond Ring G SI 14K White Gold 5 stones 100% Natural Diamonds, Not
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 3 Carat No Heat Red Spinel Diamond Cocktail Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A vintage and sophisticated ring featuring a rare 3 carat cushion-cut unheated red spinel, accented
Category

1990s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Spinel, Platinum

White Gold Diamond Halo Engagement Ring Wedding Band - 10k Round 3/4ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 3/4ctw Cut: Single & Round Brilliant Color: G - H
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold

Platinum 2.23ctw AGL Best Color Change Brazil Alexandrite Diamond 3 Oval Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
) Ring Width: 7.2mm (0.28") (top of the ring - north to south), 14.1mm (0.55")(east to west, diamond to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum

18 Karat Gold 0.23 Karat Diamonds 3 Karat Tangerine Sapphires Garnet Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
18 Karat Gold 0.23 Karat Diamonds 3 Karat Tangerine Sapphires Garnet Ring Here there is an amazing
Category

2010s Italian Artisan Fashion Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Garnet, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Stunning 6.37ct Diamonds 7-Stone Ring in 18k White Yellow Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Stunning 6.37ct Diamonds 7-Stone Ring in 18k White & Yellow Gold - IGI Certified This breathtaking
Category

2010s Israeli Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

1.50 Carat Natural Diamond 3 Flowers Ring G SI 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
1.50 Carat Natural Diamond 3 Flowers Cluster Ring G SI 14K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds, Not
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 3 Carat Oval Tsavorite 2.2 Carat Diamond Ring , Platinum 16.4Gm Estate
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Approximately 3 Carat Oval Tsavorite & 2.2 Carat Diamond Ring , Platinum 16.4Gm Estate
Category

2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tsavorite, Platinum

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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.