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GIA 1.01ct Radiant Vintage 3-Stone Heart Vine Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Elegantly crafted, this remarkable diamond ring
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

3 Carat Fancy Yellow Elongated Radiant Diamond Three Stone Ring
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
A timeless classic with a vibrant twist, this three-stone engagement ring centers a 3.02 carat
Category

2010s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

GIA 1.51ct Radiant Vintage 3-Stone Heart Vine 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Elegantly crafted, this remarkable diamond ring
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Radiant Cut Three Stone Style Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Tucson, AZ
-VVS2 clarity radiant cut natural diamond center with .75 carat radiant cut natural diamond side stones
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Vintage 1980s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

GIA 12.63ct Fancy Yellow Radiant Diamond 3-Stone Platinum Engagement Ring
By Sebastian Bernard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Platinum with 18k Yellow gold accent 3 Stone Ring with 2 Trapezoid Cut diamonds on the side (1.31 Ct). The
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

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
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2010s American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Diana M. Platinum Engagement 3 Stone Ring With 5.16 Fancy Yellow SI1 Radiant
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Platinum and 18kt diamond engagement ring with center diamond 5.16ct Fancy Yellow SI1 GIA
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

GIA 3 Carat Solitaire Radiant 4-Prong Basket Platiunum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking center stone, a GIA
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certifies 3 stone ring with 6.57ct Fancy Light Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Step into the world of exquisite elegance with this stunning three-stone ring, masterfully crafted
Category

2010s American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified 2 Carat Fancy Vivid Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond 3-Stone Ring
By Gad Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Prepare to be mesmerized by the extraordinary beauty of this three stone engagement ring, featuring
Category

2010s North American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified 3 stone ring with 7.06ct Fancy Light Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Certificates are included: Center stone: 7.06ct Natural Fancy Light Yellow Even VS1 Radiant diamond GIA
Category

2010s American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

7.17 Carat Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond 3-Stone Engagement Ring GIA VS1
By SCARSELLI
Located in New York, NY
yellow radiant-cut diamond. Sidled by two white trapezoid-cut diamonds (1.00 TCW), adding to the
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2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gol...

GIA 3ct Radiant Three-Stone Tapered Baguette 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Elegantly designed, this stunning diamond ring
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

3ct Fancy Yellow Elongated Radiant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
This 3-carat Fancy Yellow radiant-cut diamond engagement ring is a stunning combination of rarity
Category

2010s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

3 Carat Radiant Cut Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite vintage-inspired diamond engagement ring, newly crafted to showcase timeless beauty with
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Radiant 1.76ct Diamonds 3-Stone Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Radiant 1.76ct Diamonds 3-Stone Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified A true statement of
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2010s Israeli Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 3 Stone Ring with 5.00ct Fancy Light Yellow Radiant Cut
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
engagement ring, anniversary gift, or a celebration of life's significant moments, this GIA certified 3 stone
Category

2010s American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

GIA 3 Carat Radiant Solitaire Basket 4-Prong 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
diamond ring featuring a magnificent center stone: a radiant 3.01ct diamond. Graded a dazzling I with a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 3-Stone Ring with 3.04ct Fancy Light Yellow VS2 Radiant
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Engagement ring in 18K YG & PT950 Radian cut Diamond 3.04ct Natural Fancy Light Yellow Even VS2
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2010s American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

EGL Certified 1.00 Radiant Cut Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Radiant cut white and yellow diamond engagement. EGL certified center rectangular diamond set in
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Late 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum

3 Stone GIA Certified 2.13 Ct Light Yellow Radiant Diamond Engagement Ring 18K
Located in New York, NY
A true symbol of eternal love, this three-stone diamond engagement ring beautifully embodies the
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2010s American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Scarselli 3 carat VIVID Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By SCARSELLI
Located in New York, NY
diamonds in Platinum and 18 karat Yellow Gold. This Scarselli Classics ring is available in many
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2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

3 Carat Radiant Cut Diamond Fancy Yellow VS2 Clarity GIA Three Stone Engagement
Located in New York, NY
engagement ring! Center Diamond: 3.10 Carat Radiant cut, VS2 clarity, GIA certified. Side Diamonds: 0.51cts
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 3 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Imbued with an air of sophistication and expert artisanship, this engagement ring stands as a
Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

GIA Certified Engagement Ring with 6.86ct Fancy Light Radiant Cut Diamond
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
3 stone ring in Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Center: 6.86ct Natural Fancy Light Yellow Even VS2
Category

2010s American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Certified Fancy Yellow Radiant Diamond Engagement Ring
By Simon Ardem
Located in New York, NY
certificate: no. 4706044611 Fancy Light Yellow Diamond Platinum ring with . Center stone: 2.67ct
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2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

3 Carat Greenish Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring - Rare Colors
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
exquisite three-stone engagement ring is a stunning 3.02-carat fancy greenish-yellow radiant-cut diamond
Category

2010s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Rose Gold, Platinum

GIA 2.00ct Princess 3-Stone Past, Present Future Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Embrace the allure of this stunning diamond ring, an exquisite representation of timeless elegance
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA 1.01ct Oval 3-Stone Past, Present Future Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, a stunning diamond ring
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA 1.52ct Princess 3-Stone Past, Present Future Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, a stunning diamond ring that marries timeless elegance with contemporary
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

3 Ct Fancy Light Yellow Radiant-Cut Diamond Engagement Ring GIA SCARSELLI VVS1
By SCARSELLI
Located in New York, NY
A 3-carat diamond engagement ring with a GIA-certified VVS1 fancy light yellow center stone
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2010s North American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified 1.02ct Oval Solitaire Cluster 3-Stone Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this stunning diamond ring
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Platinum Aquamarine Diamond Ring - Square Radiant 1.26ctw Engagement
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Aquamarine Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .92ct Cut: Square Radiant Color: Blue
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 2 Carat Radiant Hidden Halo Pave Band Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
diamond ring is a magnificent, radiant diamond weighing 2.01, showcasing a pristine G and SI1. The
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Neil Lane 3 Carat Radiant Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring Set in 14K White Gold
By Neil Lane
Located in Chicago, IL
This elegant Neil Lane engagement ring set showcases the brand’s signature craftsmanship, combining
Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

GIA Certified 1.01ct Oval Solitaire Cluster 3-Stone Platinum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this stunning diamond ring
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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 carats, showcasing a pristine I and VS1
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 0.91 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Three Stone Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Stunning 3 Stone Engagement Ring The ring is 14K White Gold The center stone is GIA Certified
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

14K White Gold Radiant Cut 1.51ct E, VS2 Engagement Ring 3-D Setting 1.10ct.
Located in New York, US
This GIA-certified radiant cut engagement ring is a true masterpiece, featuring a 1.51-carat
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

GIA 1.50ct Princess 3-Stone Past, Present Future 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Embrace the allure of this stunning diamond ring, an exquisite representation of timeless elegance
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

GIA 0.8ct Princess 3-Stone Past, Present Future 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, a stunning diamond ring
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

GIA 1.50ct Emerald 3-Stone Past, Present Future 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, a stunning diamond ring
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

2 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond 3 Stones Engagement Ring GIA Cert. Platinum
Located in New York, NY
A breathtaking Three-Stones Engagement Ring featuring a 2-carat Fancy Intense Yellow Radiant cut
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Rose Gold, Platinum

2.09 Carat 3 Stone Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring 14 Karat in Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k White Gold 2.09ctw 3 Stone Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Raymond Lee Jewelers in Boca
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.73 Carat Radiant Cut Diamond D-VS1 Gold Engagement Ring, EGL
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A diamond engagement ring featuring a top quality princess cut diamond, 1.73 carats, with perfect D
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 3 Carat Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
3-carat radiant cut diamond. With its fancy yelllow color and VS1 clarity, this diamond radiates
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2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum

9.35 Carat Radiant Fancy Yellow and Shield Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
-Stone Ring Style: Three-Stone Metal: Platinum Gemstone 1: 8.03 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 1
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20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Timeless 0.54ct Natural Diamond 3-Stone 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in רמת גן, IL
Celebrate your past, present, and future with this classic 3-stone ring, meticulously crafted in
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2010s Singaporean Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Platinum 2.36 TW Natural Cognac White Diamond 3 Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Natural Center Cognac Diamond: 2.05cts Color: Cognac Clarity: SI Total # Of Stones: 1
Category

2010s American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Platinum

2.25tcw 14K GIA Natural Emerald Diamond 3 Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Indulge in opulent sophistication with our breathtaking emerald and diamond three-stone ring
Category

2010s Colombian Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold

14K Rose Gold Diamond 9 Carat Radiant Cut Amethyst Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Engagement Ring Made in 14K Rose Gold. This ring features a beautiful specially cut radiant cut Amethyst that
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Radiant Cut Natural Fancy Yellow Diamond and Halo Platinum Engagement Ring GIA
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 6 This absolutely exquisite engagement ring combines white and yellow diamonds in a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum

2.0 Carat Long Radiant D/VS2 Diamond Hidden Halo Pave Engagement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA certified 2.00 carat natural elongated radiant cut D color VS2 clarity diamond engagement ring
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 4.12 Carat Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA certified 4.12 carat natural fancy yellow radiant cut diamond halo engagement ring with pavé
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 3 stone ring with 3.01ct I VVS2 Oval Diamond
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
the radiant oval diamond are two equally dazzling trapezoid-cut side stones, each weighing 0.50 carats
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2010s American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 5.05 Carat Oval Cut Diamond 3 Stone Engagement Ring in Platinum
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This refined three stone engagement ring features a 5.05 carat oval cut diamond set in platinum
Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

.98 Carat Total Oval Cut Three Stone Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
engagement ring, crafted in luxurious platinum. At its heart, an oval-cut diamond sparkles with unparalleled
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

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3 Stone Radiant Diamond Engagement Rings For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of 3 stone radiant diamond engagement rings for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Platinum, Gold and 18k Gold. Find a collection of 7 vintage versions or 107 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 20th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of 3 stone radiant diamond engagement rings to choose from, but Contemporary and Modern 3 stone radiant diamond engagement rings are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Roman Malakov, David Rosenberg and J. Birnbach are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A selection of radiant cut and trillion cut can be found today on these pages. When shopping our range of 3 stone radiant diamond engagement rings, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are 3 Stone Radiant Diamond Engagement Rings?

On average, 3 stone radiant diamond engagement rings at 1stDibs sell for $48,640, while they’re typically $19 on the low end and $808,000 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.

Questions About 3 Stone Radiant Diamond Engagement Rings