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Real 1 Carat Zambian Emerald 0.56 Carat SI/H Diamond Ring 14 Karat Rose Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Real 1 Carat Zambian Emerald 0.56 Carat SI/H Diamond Ring 14 Karat Rose Gold This ring is designed
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Real 1 Carat Zambian Emerald 0.56 Carat SI/H Diamond Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Real 1 Carat Zambian Emerald 0.56 Carat SI/H Diamond Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold This ring is designed
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

Natural 1 Carat Zambian Emerald 0.56 Carat SI/H Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Natural 1 Carat Zambian Emerald 0.56 Carat SI/H Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold This ring is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

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

14K White Gold Diamond Emerald Ring, 4gr
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies' emerald and diamond ring in 14k white gold setting. Stamped 14k and weighs 4 grams gross
Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

7.5 Carat Natural 4 Oval Cut Emerald Diamond Flower Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
A classic, Cocktail ring 7.5 Carat Natural 4 Oval Cut Emerald & Diamond Flower Ring 18 Karat
Category

2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Real 4.23 Carat Zambian Emerald 0.50 Carat SI/H Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 14-karat gold, these exquisite ring is handset with 4.23 carats Zambian emerald and 0.50
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 14k Gold

Real 4.23 Carat Zambian Emerald 0.50 Carat SI/H Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite ring is handset with 4.23 carats Zambian emerald and 0.50
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

3.33 Carat Aquamarine and 1.55 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 3.33 carat aquamarine and 1.55 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold
Category

1990s Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Yellow Gold

4.75 Carat Pear Cut Colombian Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring Estate Size 7
Located in New York, NY
grams and features approximately 4.86 Carat of diamonds. The Colombian Emerald in this ring is truly
Category

Early 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Emerald Ring 14k Marquise 1.20
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .30ct Cut: Marquise Color: E Clarity: VS2 Natural Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.5 Carat Oval Natural Zambian Emerald 2 ct Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Prepare to be amazed by the sheer beauty of the 2.5 Carat Oval Natural Zambian Emerald & 2 ct of
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Columbian No Oil Emerald Octagonal Step Cut And Diamond Engagement Ring GIA
Located in New York, NY
Diamond weight : 0.33 carats Metal : Platinum Ring size : 5 ( can be sized as per requirement )
Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Tacori 1.01 Emerald Cut Ring with 1.35 Carat in Side Diamond, GIA Certified
By Tacori
Located in Houston, TX
This stunning Tacori piece features a 1.01ct emerald cut diamond centerstone (I SI2, GIA Report
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Meghna Jewels 3.93 Carat Oval Cut Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
emerald & .36 carats of sparkling diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger or smaller
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Set in 18K Gold, 12.60 carats, Zambian Emerald Yellow Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Yellow Diamonds. The weight of the Emerald is 12.60 carats. The Emerald is completely natural, without
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

1.40 Carat Emerald Gemstone Ring 0.60 Ct, Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.60 Ct, ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Zambian Emerald Wt
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

5.32 Carat Zambian Emerald Gemstone Cocktail Ring 0.6 Ct. Diamond 18k White Gold
Located in Diera, Dubai
Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.53 Ct, ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Zambian Emerald Wt
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural 1 Carat Zambian Emerald 0.56 Carat SI/H Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Natural 1 Carat Zambian Emerald 0.56 Carat SI/H Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold This ring is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Real 1 Carat Zambian Emerald 0.56 Carat SI/H Diamond Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Real 1 Carat Zambian Emerald 0.56 Carat SI/H Diamond Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold This ring is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Bridal Rings

Materials

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

Real 1.05 Carat Zambian Emerald 0.82 Carat SI/H Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 14-karat gold, these exquisite ring is handset with 1.05 carats Zambian emerald and 0.82
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Real 1.27 Carat Zambia Emerald 14 Karat White Gold 0.54 Carat SI/H Diamond Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 14-karat gold, these exquisite ring is handset with 1.27 carats Zambian emerald and 0.54
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

2 Carat Emerald Ring 0.57 Carat SI Clarity HI Color Diamond 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 14-karat gold, these exquisite ring is handset with 2.11 carats Zambian emerald and 0.57
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Real 2.22 Carat Zambian Emerald Ring 0.57 Carat SI/H Diamond 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 14-karat gold, these exquisite ring is handset with 2.22 carats Zambian emerald and 0.57
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Real 2.48 Carat Zambian Emerald Ring 0.43 Carat SI/H Diamond 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 14-karat gold, these exquisite ring is handset with 2.48 carats Zambian emerald and 0.43
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

David Webb Coral, Diamond Emerald Ring
By David Webb
Located in San Francisco, CA
set amongst 4.70 carats of fine white natural diamonds and 2.00 carats of vibrant cabochon emeralds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

7.62 Carat Zambian Emerald Gemstone Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring 14K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This 7.62 Carat Zambian Emerald Gemstone Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring features a large natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.35 Carat Zambian Emerald Cocktail Ring 0.61 Ct Diamond 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Diera, Dubai
Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.61 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Emerald Wt. :- 1.35 Ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.55 Carat SI/H Emerald Cut Diamond Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite ring is handset with 1.55 carats of sparkling diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Real 2.11 Carat Zambian Emerald 0.63 Carat SI/H Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 14-karat gold, these exquisite ring is handset with 2.11 carats Zambian emerald and 0.63
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 14k Gold

Real 2.11 Carat Zambian Emerald 0.63 Carat SI/H Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite ring is handset with 2.11 carats Zambian emerald and 0.63
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

6.24 Carat Zambian Emerald Cocktail Ring with Diamond Accents 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This 6.24 Carat Zambian Emerald 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring with Diamond Accents features octagon
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

6.24 Carat Zambian Emerald Cocktail Ring with Diamond Accents 14k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This 6.24 Carat Zambian Emerald 14k White Gold Cocktail Ring with Diamond Accents features octagon
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Emerald Diamond 0.90 Carat Vintage Platinum Filigree Milgrain Trim Size 6.5 Ring
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Emerald Diamond 0.90 Carat Platinum Filigree Milgrain Trim Engagement Ring, finger
Category

Late 20th Century American Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Spectrum Jewels 4.43 Carat Oval Emerald Diamond 18K White Gold Engagement Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This 4.43 Carat Oval Emerald Diamond 18K White Gold Engagement Ring focal point is emerald
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Spectrum Jewels 4.43 Carat Oval Emerald Diamond 14K White Gold Engagement Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This 4.43 Carat Oval Emerald Diamond 14K White Gold Engagement Ring focal point is emerald
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.8 Carat Emerald Cut Tanzanite Cuff Ring 0.23 Carat SI/H Diamond 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
0.23 carats of sparkling diamonds. The ring is a size 7 US and may be resized to larger or smaller
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.53 Carat Zambian Emerald Halo Diamond Cocktail Ring Gift 18k Solid White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Emerald Diamond Ring from our collection. Crafted with care and precision, this ring features a brilliant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

18k Yellow Gold Chain Design Ring with Emeralds and Diamonds
Located in Bergamo, BG
-inspired design, adorned with vivid emeralds and sparkling diamonds. The ring features 0.24 carats of
Category

20th Century Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Oval Cut Emerald and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 0.62 carat emerald and 0.14 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow gold and 14 karat
Category

1990s Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

2.45 Carat Oval Zambian Emerald Birthstone Diamond Halo Ring 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
2.45 Carat Oval Zambian Emerald Birthstone Diamond Halo Ring 18k White Gold At the center lies a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

2.45 Carat Oval Zambian Emerald Birthstone Diamond Halo Ring 14k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
2.45 Carat Oval Zambian Emerald Birthstone Diamond Halo Ring 14k White Gold At the center lies a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

3.06 Carat Emerald Ring 0.97 Carat SI/H Diamond Pave 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
:- 0.97 ct ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Emerald Wt :- 3.06 ct Ring Size :- 7 US & All
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

4.91 Carat Zambian Emerald 0.65 Carat SI/H Diamond Band Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.65 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Zambian Emerald Wt
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

7.62 Carat Zambian Emerald Gemstone Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring 18K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This 7.62 Carat Zambian Emerald Gemstone Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring features a large natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Meghna Jewels 3.13 Carats Ethiopian Opal Emerald Diamond 14 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Ethiopian opal, .82 carats emerald & .22 carats of sparkling diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold

5 Carat Radiant Cut 18K Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted to captivate, this 5 Carat Radiant Cut Engagement Ring is a true statement of love and
Category

2010s American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

3.4 Carat Emerald Ring 0.6 Carat SI Clarity HI Color Diamond 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
. :- 0.60 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Emerald Wt. :- 3.44 Ct. Ring Size :- 7 US
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

3.8 Carat Oval Emerald Cocktail Ring 1.05 Carat SI/H Diamond 10 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
& COLOR H-I ) Zambian Emerald Wt. :- 3.88 Ct. Ring Size :- 7 US & All size available ✦ Sizing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 10k Gold, White Gold

Emilio Jewelry 5.32 Carat Emerald Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
in high end jewels. Emerald center: 4.71ct Side pear shape natural diamonds: .61ct Set in a custom
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Emerald, Platinum

4.95 Carat Emerald Gemstone Cocktail Ring Diamond Pave 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Diera, Dubai
Wt. :- 0.84 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Zambian Emerald Wt. :- 4.95 Ct. Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

4.58 Carat Zambian Emerald Birthstone Diamond Halo 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
4.58 Carat Zambian Emerald Birthstone Diamond Halo 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring This ring is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

4.58 Carat Zambian Emerald Birthstone Diamond Halo 14k White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
4.58 Carat Zambian Emerald Birthstone Diamond Halo 14k White Gold Cocktail Ring This ring is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.24 Carat Emerald Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring 14k Yellow Gold Turquoise Enamel
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Natural Diamond Weight :- 0.24 carat ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Ring Size :- 7 US
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Enamel, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Emerald Row Diamond Fashion Ring, 2.67 Carat
Located in Houston, TX
This ring is made in 14K yellow gold. It features 5 oval cut emeralds weighing 1.86 carats. Also
Category

2010s American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Real 0.51 Carat Zambian Emerald 0.34 Carat SI/H Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
& COLOR H-I ) Emerald Wt. :- 0.51 Ct. Ring Size :- 7 US & All size available ✦ Sizing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 14k Gold

Real 0.51 Carat Zambian Emerald 0.34 Carat SI/H Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
& COLOR H-I ) Emerald Wt. :- 0.51 Ct. Ring Size :- 7 US & All size available ✦ Sizing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Goshwara Emerald Cut Amethyst Asscher And Diamond Ring
By Goshwara
Located in New York, NY
Amethyst Emerald Cut Asscher Ring in 18K Yellow Gold with Diamonds, from 'Gossip' Collection
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold

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5 Carat Diamond And Emerald Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the 5 carat diamond and emerald ring you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 1698 vintage or 2307 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. If you’re looking for a 5 carat diamond and emerald ring from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, .5 Carat and 1 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. Creating a 5 carat diamond and emerald ring has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by LB Exclusive, Royaal Stones Ltd and David Gross Group are consistently popular. An emerald cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also round cut and oval cut versions for sale. Finding a 5 carat diamond and emerald ring for sale for women should be easy, but there are 987 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a 5 Carat Diamond And Emerald Ring?

Prices for a 5 carat diamond and emerald ring can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $259 and can go as high as $1,855,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $5,507.

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.