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Beautiful Edwardian English Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
old cut diamonds totalling approx .40 Ct (G-VVS/SI) UK size: J 1/2 US size: 5 Measures: head is 10 x
Category

Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Signature Emerald Five Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Signature Emerald Cut Five Diamond Ring in Platinum ( 4.64 ct. tw. ) Signature Emerald Ring is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

5/8 ct. Sapphire and Diamond Accent Vine Pattern Shank Ring in 14K White Gold
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the elegance of our Pear-Cut Sapphire and Diamond Accent Curvilinear Milgrain Shank Ring
Category

2010s Asian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Maniamania Etherea Ring with Emerald cut Diamond in 14 Karat White Gold
By MANIAMANIA
Located in Sydney, NSW
MANIAMANIA Etherea Engagement ring in 14k White Gold, with a 7x5mm Emerald cut pale Champagne
Category

2010s American Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

11.10 Carat Yellow Gold Diamond Emerald Ring
By Hana Or
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gold: 18 carat yellow gold Weight: 23,77gr. Diamonds: 6,10 ct. colour: E clarity: VVS1 Emerald
Category

2010s Belgian Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Superb Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Bow Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
cut natural emerald of approx .70 Ct (4.69 mm. by side) – 26 rose cut diamonds totalling approx 1.04
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

Cober “Impressive Harp” ring with Diamonds or a Ruby, Emerald or Sapphire stone
By Vincent Cober
Located in OSS, NH
, Emerald, or Sapphire. The price for this ring is calculated for the item with Diamonds. It is possible to
Category

2010s Dutch Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Magnificent Coral Putti Diamond Emerald Rare Vintage Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
all together Approx .60 Ct of G VVS Diamonds and .70 CT of Natural Colombia Emeralds Coral is 16 mm
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Art Deco 5 Carat Certified Natural Diamond Engagement Ring, 18K Cocktail Ring
Located in Orlando, Florida
Art Deco 5 Carat Certified Natural Diamond Engagement Ring, 18K Cocktail Ring A stunning ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

18 Karat White Gold Emerald and Diamond Fashion Ring
Located in Westfield, NJ
invisible set emeralds (tcw .95 ct) within a border of white diamonds, (tcw .64 ct). Size 5 6.10 grams.
Category

20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Two-Color 18 Kt Gold Ring with Emerald and Brilliant and Princess Cut Diamonds
Located in Palermo, IT
; Princess cut ct 0.30, G color vvs and a Burmese Emerald (size 5 mm by 4 mm). The total weight of the ring
Category

2010s Italian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

1950 s Two Tone Columbian Cabochon Emerald Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This state of the art ring with an approx. 12 ct Colombian Emerald cabochon center and approx. 5 1
Category

Vintage 1950s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

18ct Rose White Gold 2.41ct Emerald Cut Cognac Diamond Diamond Shoulder Ring
Located in Brisbane, QLD
Handmade 18ct Rose & White Gold 5 stone style 2.41ct Emerald Cut Cognac Diamond centre with an
Category

2010s Australian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Stunning Victorian Muzo Mine Colombian Emerald Diamond Five-Stone Rare Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
yellow gold Hallmarks: present but worn Gems: 5 old mine cut diamonds totalling approx .90 Ct (G/H-VVS/VS
Category

Antique 1870s Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Vintage 1970s Certified 1.88 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Berlin, Berlin
of the finest emeralds in the world. The ring at hand focuses on a central emerald to which all
Category

Vintage 1970s German Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

6.10 Carat Emerald Green Tourmaline Baguette Brilliant Diamond 18K Gold Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
/ US 5 Diamond: Baguette, 2.42 ct Diamond: Round Brilliant, 0.60 ct Green Tourmaline: Emerald, 6.10 ct
Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

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

1.18 Carat Yellow Gold Emerald Ruby Diamond Ring
By Hana Or
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gold: 18 carat yellow gold Weight: 3.63 gr. Diamonds: 0.08 ct. colour: F clarity: VS Emerald
Category

2010s Belgian Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold

Art Deco 5 Carat Certified Natural Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Orlando, Florida
Art Deco 5 Carat Certified Natural Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K Yellow Gold A stunning ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Vintage circa 1970, Certified Emerald Diamond White Gold Cocktail Cluster Ring
Located in Berlin, Berlin
luminous green emerald, beautifully clear and weighing 1.30 ct. 18 diamonds in brilliant and baguette cuts
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage circa 1950s Certified 2.0 Carat Emerald and Diamonds Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Berlin, Berlin
emerald, approx. 2.0 ct, 6.8 x 8.1 mm / 0.27 x 0.32 in 12 diamonds, old mine cut & 8/8 cut, approx. 1.30
Category

Vintage 1950s Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Late Art Deco 2.10 Colombian Emerald 1.80 Diamond G VVS1 Quality Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
emerald cut natural Colombian emerald of approx 2.10 Ct (8.35 mm. x 7.17 mm.) - 20 brilliant cut diamonds
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

5 Carat Natural Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring Set in 18K Gold, Cocktail Ring
Located in Orlando, Florida
5 Carat Natural Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring Set in 18K Gold, Cocktail Ring A stunning ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Emerald 1/3 Carat New Bridal Diamond Solitaire Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in BANGKOK, TH
Emerald 1/3 Ct Bridal Ring, on a studded band with a comfort fit. The Tilted Solitaire is the new
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Cober “Fancy brown Diamond” with 1.08 Carat Brown Diamond and Diamonds Ring
By Vincent Cober
Located in OSS, NH
gold cocktail ring is set with a 1,08 ct. Emerald-cut brown Diamond (VS). Surrounded by a pavé with
Category

2010s Dutch Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Certified 5 Carat Halo Natural Aquamarine Diamond Antique Style Engagement Ring
Located in Orlando, Florida
Certified 5 Carat Halo Natural Aquamarine Diamond Antique Style Engagement Ring A stunning ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

18K Gold 5 Carat Natural Sapphire and Diamond Modern Style Engagement Ring
Located in Orlando, Florida
18K Gold 5 Carat Natural Sapphire and Diamond Modern Style Engagement Ring A stunning ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

2 Carat Natural Emerald Ring White Gold, Emerald Engagement Ring
Located in Orlando, Florida
, Emerald Statement Ring, May Birthstone Ring, Emerald and Diamond Ring, 18K Gold Emerald Ring, 18K Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Maniamania Etherea Ring in 14k Gold with Rustic Grey Diamond and Diamond Pave
By MANIAMANIA
Located in Sydney, NSW
MANIAMANIA Etherea Engagement ring in 14k yellow gold ring with a Grey rustic Emerald cut diamond
Category

2010s American Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold

Set of 2 rings in 18kt Rose Gold with Natural Gemstones and Diamonds
By Bigli
Located in Oudenaarde, BE
diamond (0,02 ct) MIni Sweety ring in 18kt pink gold with brown diamonds (clarity VS1 - VS2 TW) Reference
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Set of 3 Rings in 18kt Rose Gold with Natural Gemstones and Diamonds
By Bigli
Located in Oudenaarde, BE
diamond (0,02 ct) Mini Sweety ring in 18kt Ring in 18kt pink and white gold with white diamonds (clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Rock Crystal, Apatite, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rings in 18kt Rose Gold with Natural Gemstones and Diamonds
By Bigli
Located in Oudenaarde, BE
diamond (0,02 ct) MIni Sweety ring in 18kt pink gold with Rock crystal and apatite Reference
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rock Crystal, Apatite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Maniamania Eternal Ring in 14 Karat Gold with Bicolor Sapphire and Diamonds
By MANIAMANIA
Located in Sydney, NSW
MANIAMANIA Eternal Engagement ring in 14k Yellow gold Engagement ring with a 7x5mm Emerald cut Bi
Category

2010s American Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold

Emerald and Rock Crystal Ring in 18kt Rose Gold by BIGLI
By Bigli
Located in Oudenaarde, BE
Mini Sweety ring in 18kt pink gold with Rock crystal, Emerald and a signature diamond (0,02 ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Emerald, Rock Crystal, Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

1970s Paul Buchwald 5.45 Carat Tourmaline Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Dusseldorf, NRW
1970s Paul Buchwald 5.45 ct Tourmaline Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring 14k white gold, green
Category

20th Century Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold

Cober 2.61 Carat green Tourmaline with Diamonds Yellow Gold Cocktailring
By Vincent Cober
Located in OSS, NH
yellow gold ring with an Emerald-cut green Tourmaline of 2,61 ct. Discover the elegance and beauty of
Category

2010s Dutch Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

No Heat Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Principaute De Monaco, MC
An important ring featuring an emerald cut no heat Ceylon (Sri Lanka) sapphire (weighing 6.5 ct
Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire

Cultivated Alexandrite Gap Band w/Pave
Located in New York, NY
self-expression. The gap ring thoughtfully balances a bezel-set emerald cut gemstone opposite 5 prong
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Alexandrite, 14k Gold

Belle Epoque 1.15 Cart Natural No Heat Ruby
Located in Napoli, IT
Red with relevant vibrancy and inner fire –beautiful emerald cut estimate 1.15 Ct. (5.90 mm. X 5.04 mm
Category

Antique Early 1900s Belle Époque More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Emerald Pendant in 18kt Rose Gold by Bigli
By Bigli
Located in Oudenaarde, BE
Emerald and a signature diamond (0,01 ct) Reference: 20H34Rcrsmermp/42 Stone combination: Emerald
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Emerald Earrings in 18kt Rose Gold by Bigli
By Bigli
Located in Oudenaarde, BE
Mini Sweety pendant in 18kt pink gold with emerald and a signature diamond (0,02 ct) Reference
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary More Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Magnificent Victorian Green Enamel Diamond Ruby Rare Snake Bracelet
Located in Napoli, IT
who was proposed with a snake ring her very first engagement ring in the shape of a snake with emerald
Category

Antique 1880s Victorian Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Enamel

19.06 Carat Natural Aquamarine and Diamond Ring GIA Certified 19k White Gold
Located in Middletown, DE
who specializes in pieces ranging from $20k-$5 million! The entire ring is HAND LASER ETCHED - it is
Category

2010s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, White Diamond, 18k Gold

5 Ct Emerald Bead 2.5 Ct Sapphire Beads Diamond Ring in 18 Kt Gold Size 5
Located in New York, NY
Presenting a timeless beauty, the 5 Ct Emerald Bead & 2.5 Ct Sapphire Beads & Diamond Ring in 18 Kt
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

5 Ct. H VVS2 Emerald Cut GIA Certified Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Center diamond is 5.01 carats emerald shape, H color, VVS2 clarity (GIA Report upon request
Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

3.96 Ct Colombian Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
emerald weight is 3.96 carats. Estimated combined diamond weight is 0.90 carat. The ring is marked with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Platinum

14k Gold Ring with Russian Mine 5.82 Ct Emerald and Diamonds
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 kt solid gold ring with rare quality certified emerald and diamonds. May birthstone. Size: 17.6
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

14k Gold Ring with Russian Mine 5.82 Ct Emerald and Diamonds
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 kt solid gold ring with rare quality certified emerald and diamonds. May birthstone. Size: 17.6
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold

Marvelous 1 ct. Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
Located in רמת גן, IL
At its center, this ring features a magnificent 1.00-carat emerald-cut natural diamond, exuding
Category

2010s Singaporean Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

LB Exclusive Platinum 0.57 Ct Diamond and 1.58 Ct Emerald Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
A ring with a personality. This LB Exclusive Platinum 0.57 ct Diamond and 1.58 ct Emerald Ring is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

LB Exclusive Platinum 0.34 Ct Diamond and 0.33 Ct Emerald Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This gorgeous LB Exclusive Platinum 0.34 ct Diamond 0.33 ct Emerald Ring is a classic. The band is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Platinum

LB Exclusive Platinum 0.35 ct Diamond and Emerald Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This LB Exclusive ring is made of platinum and embellished with a 0.41 ct emerald and a total of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

6.16 Ct Natural Zambian Emerald 1.86 Ct Natural Diamond Ring in 18KW Gold
Located in New York, NY
White Gold Ring featuring a stunning 6.16 carat natural Zambian Emerald and 1.86 carats of diamonds
Category

2010s Indian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

2.77 Ct Natural Zambian Emerald 2 Ct Natural Diamond Ring in 18KW Gold
Located in New York, NY
Emerald and 1.55 carats of diamonds. This ring is truly remarkable, showcasing the beauty of the emerald
Category

2010s Indian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

LB Exclusive 18k Yellow Gold 1.50 Ct Diamond and 0.75 Ct Emerald Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This unique LB Exclusive 18K Yellow Gold 1.50 ct Diamond 0.75 ct Emerald Ring was made with 18K
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

2.34 Ct Natural Zambian Emerald 2.15 Ct Natural Diamond Ring in 18KW Gold
Located in New York, NY
Emerald and 2.15 carats of diamonds. This ring is truly remarkable, showcasing the beauty of the emerald
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Certified 2.71 Ct Afghanistan Origin Emerald and Diamonds Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 kt solid gold ring with certified natural emerald and diamonds. Exclusive ring. May birthstone
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

5 Carat Emerald Cut Natural Emerald and Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring Estate
Located in New York, NY
A classic, Cocktail ring Approximately 5 Carat Emerald and Diamond Ring, Estate Gold: 18 Karat
Category

Early 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

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5 Ct Diamond With Emerald Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact 5 ct diamond with emerald ring you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Platinum — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 7 vintage or 26 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a 5 ct diamond with emerald ring may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular piece, 1.5 Carat and 2 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. A 5 ct diamond with emerald ring from Fabergé, Hancocks and Arunashi — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. An emerald cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also round cut and oval cut versions for sale. When shopping for a 5 ct diamond with emerald ring, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a 5 Ct Diamond With Emerald Ring?

Prices for a 5 ct diamond with emerald ring can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1,807 and can go as high as $926,678, while this accessory, on average, fetches $16,645.

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.