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Dainty SI/H Diamond V Chevron Stackable Band Ring 14k Yellow Gold Christmas Gift
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Dainty SI/H Diamond V Chevron Stackable Band Ring 14k Yellow Gold Christmas Gift This sleek ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

May Birthstone Emerald SI/HI Diamond Open Band Ring 14 Karat White Gold Gift
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
May Birthstone Emerald SI/HI Diamond Open Band Ring 14 Karat White Gold Gift Designed for the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

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

1.50 Carat Natural Diamond Cocktail Cluster Ring G SI 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Signature Collection 1.51 Ct Natural Round Cut Diamond Ring G SI 14K White Gold 100% Natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Antique 2.38ct Topaz, 1.88ct Diamond Yellow Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
round cut diamonds. The subtly elevated 18k yellow gold ring shoulders integrate with the main setting
Category

Vintage 1910s Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Boulder Opal Halo Diamond Engagement Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Size: 6 x 5 mm 12 Round Diamonds: 0.144 ct Ring Size: 7 Opal Color: Reflects Bright Red, Green, Purple
Category

2010s American Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

14k gold ring with red garnet, blue sapphire and diamonds
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
: pear shape, blue color, VS-SI clarity, 1 piece, weight - 0.40 ct. Diamonds: round brilliant shape, H
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

Rosior one-off Diamond, Sapphire, Tourmaline and Emerald Ring set in White Gold
By Rosior
Located in Porto, PT
Serpents around a 5 Petal Flower. The ring is set with: - 355 F/G-VVS Diamonds with 4,27 ct; - 58 Emeralds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Sapphire, Emerald, Diamond, Gold, Rhodium, White Gold

1.00 Carat Natural Diamond Flower Cluster Ring G-H SI 14 Karat Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
1.01 Ct Natural Round Cut Diamond Flower Ring G SI 14K Rose Gold 100% Natural Diamonds, Not
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

1.00 Carat Natural Diamond Flower Cluster Ring G-H SI 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
1.01 Ct Natural Round Cut Diamond Flower Ring G SI 14K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds, Not
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.00 Carat Natural Diamond Flower Cluster Ring G-H SI 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
1.01 Ct Natural Round Cut Diamond Flower Ring G SI 14K Yellow Gold 100% Natural Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.3Ct SI Clarity HI Color Diamond Half Eternity Band Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Diera, Dubai
round cut diamond set in prong setting makin a half eternity band ring. Diamonds are a universal symbol
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

0.60 Carat SI Clarity HI Color Diamond Black Enamel Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Item Code :- SER-2257C Gross Wt. :- 3.58 gm 18k Yellow Gold Wt. :- 3.46 gm Diamond Wt. :- 0.60 Ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Luxle 0.15 Cttw Chain Link Natural Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold, Ring Size 7
Located in New York, NY
Type: Gold Approx Diamond Weight: 0.15 CT Total Number of Diamonds: 50 Diamond Details: Shape: Round
Category

2010s Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold 1.27 Carat Natural Diamond L Letter Personalized Ring for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
letters is made of gold and natural raw gemstone. April birthstone diamond brings love, fame, success and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

AGL Certified 1.00 Carat Fancy Green VS Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
/VS2 Cut: Round 2) Side Emerald Diamonds Carat weight: 0.143 ct (01 pcs) Color: F Clarity: VS1
Category

2010s Asian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Manfredi 18 Karat Yellow Gold Green Chrysoprase and Diamond Ring
By Manfredi
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Manfredi 18 Karat Yellow Gold Green Chrysoprase and Diamond Ring Size 5- This elegant ring
Category

Late 20th Century Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Chrysophrase, Diamond, Yellow Gold

14K White Gold Antique Old-Euro Cut Diamond Ring 1.12ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
is 6237509522. On the sides of the ring are round, single-cut diamonds, good quality. Ring size is 5
Category

Late 20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Minimal Halo Diamond and Pink Sapphire Ring Studded in 14k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Gemstone pcs - 1 Gemstone Shape - Round Gemstone size - 5 mm Diamond Weight - 0.39 ct Diamond Size - 1.5
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Minimalist 0.26 Carat SI/H Diamond Band Ring 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
This Minimalist 0.26 Carat SI/H Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Band Ring features five diamonds set on
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Natural 1.36 Carat SI/H Oval Round Diamond Earrings 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
. :- 3.04 gm 14k White Gold Wt. :- 2.77 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 1.36 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Natural 1.16 Carat SI/H Pear Round Diamond Earrings 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
. :- 3.68 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :- 3.45 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 1.16 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural 1.36 Carat SI/H Oval Round Diamond Earrings 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
. :- 3.65 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :- 3.38 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 1.36 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural 1.16 Carat SI/H Pear Round Diamond Earrings 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
. :- 3.05 gm 14k White Gold Wt. :- 2.82 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 1.16 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

GIA Certified 14k Gold 30.50ct Kunzite 0.80tcw Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
) Weight: 13.21 Grams (Gross) Diamonds: Approx 0.80 TCW (0.08 ct) I/J VS-SI1 Measurements: 21.3 x 19.7 x
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Kunzite, 14k Gold

Elegant Sapphire Diamond Halo Ring in 18 K Yellow Gold
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
Sapphires (0.20 ct total), 28× Brilliant-Cut Diamonds (0.30 ct total) Ring Size: French 50  US 5 Weight
Category

Mid-20th Century French Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

May Birthstone Emerald SI/HI Diamond Open Band Ring 18 Karat White Gold Gift
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
May Birthstone Emerald SI/HI Diamond Open Band Ring 18 Karat White Gold Gift Designed for the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Bridal Rings

Materials

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

Estate Natural Coral Black Onyx Diamond Unique Dinner Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
approx. .30 Ct – nothing left to the case, a round pearl tops the ring background setting Crown is 21 mm
Category

Mid-20th Century European Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 3.62 Carat Cushion, Marquise, Pear, Princess Cut Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
3.62 ct total weight 5 Five Stone Cushion, Marquise, Pear, Princess, & Round Brilliant Cut Diamond
Category

2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

1/2 Carat Diamond Cuban Link Chain Ring 18 Karat Yellow White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
; White Gold Wt. :- 5.66 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.50 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 COLOR
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

TCW 4.85 SI/H Diamond Eternity Wedding Band Ring 14k White Gold All Tariffs paid
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
TCW 4.85 SI/H Diamond Eternity Wedding Band Ring 14k White Gold All Tariffs paid The most prominent
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Flip over Ruby Sapphire Diamond Eternity Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
calibré cut rubies and sapphires and with round cut diamonds. The shank of the ring is completely engraved
Category

Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian 5.75 Cttw. Tanzanite/Sapphire/Tsavorite/Diamond Ring Size 7 In 18K/SS
Located in New York, NY
the ring, dotted with tsavorites and diamonds, complements the intricate design of the head. The shank
Category

2010s Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

14K Yellow Gold 0.05ct Diamond Initial K Ring for Her
Located in Great neck, NY
Alphabet Initial Ring: Beautiful gold ring perfectly size 7 in with round diamonds between 0.06 ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold 0.05ct Diamond Initial S Ring for Her
Located in Great neck, NY
Alphabet Initial Ring: Beautiful gold ring perfectly size 7 in with round diamonds between 0.06 ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold 0.05ct Diamond Initial L Ring for Her
Located in Great neck, NY
Alphabet Initial Ring: Beautiful gold ring perfectly size 7 in with round diamonds between 0.06 ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold 0.05ct Diamond Initial D Ring for Her
Located in Great neck, NY
Alphabet Initial Ring: Beautiful gold ring perfectly size 7 in with round diamonds between 0.06 ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold 0.05ct Diamond Initial M Ring for Her
Located in Great neck, NY
Alphabet Initial Ring: Beautiful gold ring perfectly size 7 in with round diamonds between 0.06 ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold 0.05ct Diamond Initial C Ring for Her
Located in Great neck, NY
Alphabet Initial Ring: Beautiful gold ring perfectly size 7 in with round diamonds between 0.06 ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold 0.05ct Diamond Initial G Ring for Her
Located in Great neck, NY
Alphabet Initial Ring: Beautiful gold ring perfectly size 7 in with round diamonds between 0.06 ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold 0.05ct Diamond Initial J Ring for Her
Located in Great neck, NY
Alphabet Initial Ring: Beautiful gold ring perfectly size 7 in with round diamonds between 0.06 ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold 0.05ct Diamond Initial B Ring for Her
Located in Great neck, NY
Alphabet Initial Ring: Beautiful gold ring perfectly size 7 in with round diamonds between 0.06 ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold 0.05ct Diamond Initial N Ring for Her
Located in Great neck, NY
Alphabet Initial Ring: Beautiful gold ring perfectly size 7 in with round diamonds between 0.06 ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold 0.05ct Diamond Initial E Ring for Her
Located in Great neck, NY
Alphabet Initial Ring: Beautiful gold ring perfectly size 7 in with round diamonds between 0.06 ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold 0.05ct Diamond Initial R Ring for Her
Located in Great neck, NY
Alphabet Initial Ring: Beautiful gold ring perfectly size 7 in with round diamonds between 0.06 ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold 0.05ct Diamond Initial A Ring for Her
Located in Great neck, NY
Alphabet Initial Ring: Beautiful gold ring perfectly size 7 in with round diamonds between 0.06 ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

1.00 Carat Natural Diamond Heart Ring Band G SI 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
1.00 Ct Natural Round Cut Diamond Heart Ring G SI 14K Yellow Gold 100% Natural Diamonds, Not
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.00 Carat Natural Diamond Heart Ring Band G SI 14 Karat Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
1.00 Ct Natural Round Cut Diamond Heart Ring G SI 14K Rose Gold 100% Natural Diamonds, Not
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

1.00 Carat Natural Diamond Heart Ring Band G SI 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
1.00 Ct Natural Round Cut Diamond Heart 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

1/2 Carat Diamond Cuban Link Chain Ring 14 Karat Yellow White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
; White Gold Wt. :- 4.62 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.50 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 COLOR
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Set of 2 Natural Sapphire/Ruby and Diamond Rings
Located in Washington Depot, CT
: .36 ct. Diamond color: G-H Diamond clarity: SI1-I1 Ring Size: 5.75 and 6 Weight: 7.15 dwt
Category

20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural 1.97 Carat SI/H Pear Oval Brilliant Cut Diamond Wrap Ring 18k White Gold
Located in Diera, Dubai
Natural Diamond Wt. :- 1.97 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Ring Size :- 7 US & All
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Real 0.84 Carat SI Clarity HI Color Diamond Cuff Flower Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.84 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Ring Size :- 7 US & All
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

0.50 Carat SI Clarity HI Color Diamond Band Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Diamond Wt. :- 0.50 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Ring Size :- 7 US & All size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian 3.3 Cttw Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite/Diamond Ring Size 7 In 18K/SS
Located in New York, NY
ring boasts approximately 1.41 carats of white diamonds, 0.1 carats of vibrant tsavorites, and 1.89
Category

2010s Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

【Crown Radiance】Cluster Rose Akoya Pearl Diamond 18k White Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
piece is further elevated with 0.32 ct of natural SI-quality diamonds, adding brilliance and depth to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

2.05Ct SI/H Brilliant Cut Diamond Triple Row Wide Band Ring 14k Rose Gold Gift
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Gross Wt. :- 5 gm 14k Rose Gold Wt. :- 4.59 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 2.05 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Vintage Men Ring solid 18K Gold 1.71 ctw Diamonds Size US 11.5 / 25gr
Located in SE
Luxurious and Massive Antique or Vintage Men's Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with 101 diamond cut
Category

Vintage 1950s European Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

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5 Ct Round Diamond Rings For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of 5 ct round diamond rings. Frequently made of Gold, White Gold and Yellow Gold, these items were constructed with great care. Find a collection of 225 vintage versions or 1888 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 19th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of 5 ct round diamond rings to choose from, but Modern and Contemporary 5 ct round diamond rings are of considerable interest. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by LB Exclusive, Tiffany Co. and Mark Broumand are consistently popular. There are many round cut, oval cut and uncut 5 ct round diamond rings for sale. If you’re browsing the variety of 5 ct round diamond rings for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.

How Much are 5 Ct Round Diamond Rings?

Prices for 5 ct round diamond rings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $100 and can go as high as $926,678, while 5 ct round diamond rings, on average, fetch $1,812.

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.