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Diamond Cocktail Ring, 14 Karat Yellow and White Gold Anniversary Band .83 Carat
Located in Greensboro, NC
Clarity: VS2 Diamond Color: G Stone Information: 0.83ctw Face Height: 3/8" (9.5mm) Rise Above Finger: 3
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Wedding Band, 14 Karat Rose Gold Anniversary Ring Round Cut .20 Carat
Located in Greensboro, NC
as stamped Stone Information: Natural Diamonds - Clarity: SI1 Color: G Total Carats: 0.20ctw Face
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

0.32ctw Diamond Thin Band Ring, 14k White Gold, Ring Size 5, Stackable
Located in McLeansville, NC
band, anniversary ring, or an everyday accessory. Stones: diamonds, 16 stones round brilliant cut 1.75
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.00 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Wedding Band 14k White Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Style: Five-Stone Wedding Anniversary Band with Diamonds Face Height (north to south): 5/32" (3.8mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

10K Yellow Gold over .925 Sterling Silver 1/5 Cttw Diamond Stackable Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
anniversary band will be sure to make the one you love happy on your special day. The diamonds have a total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate, 10k Gold

Antique 18ct Gold Platinum, Edwardian era Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Circa 1910 Behold this stunning Edwardian-era diamond
Category

Early 20th Century European Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Women s 14 Karat Yellow Gold, Sapphire and Diamond Band Ring
Located in McLeansville, NC
round cut sapphires and diamonds. Special anniversary ring or special occasion ring. Stones
Category

Vintage 1980s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Graduated 5 Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring Antique Edwardian c1907 18k Gold
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Edwardian era ring set with 5 graduated old mine cut diamonds (circa 1907
Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.20ctw Diamond Channel Band Ring, Platinum, Ring Size 6.5, Stackable
Located in McLeansville, NC
Enhance your jewelry collection with this elegant 0.20ctw diamond band ring, crafted in luxurious
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

18 Karat Yellow Gold and Platinum Diamond Eternity Twisted Band
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Band width measuring 5 millimeter Anniversary or stacking band Diamond quality G VS New Ring Ring size
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Eighteen Karats Yellow Gold Diamond Eternity Five Millimeter Wide Band
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
carat Band width measuring 5 millimeter Anniversary or stacking band Diamond quality G VS New Ring Ring
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

1ctw Diamond Eternity Band Ring, 14k White Gold, Ring Size 7
Located in McLeansville, NC
Celebrate everlasting beauty with this 1ctw diamond eternity band ring, crafted in luxurious 14k
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage .20ctw Diamond Band Ring, 14k White Gold, Ring Size 8
Located in McLeansville, NC
: - diamond - single cut, 5 stones - 2.25 mm - approximately .20 carat - F-G color, VS2-SI1 clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.10ctw Diamond Flower Band Ring, 14k White Gold, Ring Size 6
By Jeff Cooper
Located in McLeansville, NC
Add a touch of charm to your jewelry collection with this 0.10ctw diamond flower band ring, crafted
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Diamond Band Ring, 14k Yellow Gold, Ring Size 5.5
Located in McLeansville, NC
charm to your look with this exquisite piece. Stones: - diamond - single cut, 5 stones - 1.4 mm
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Graduated 5 Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring Antique Edwardian circa 1907 18 Karat Gold
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Edwardian era ring set with 5 graduated old mine cut diamonds (circa 1907
Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

c1920s Vintage Art Deco Diamond Band Sz 5.25 Platinum Wide Ring Eternity Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
SI1-I2 clarity). The ring epitomizes vintage charm and would make a lovely wedding band, anniversary
Category

Early 20th Century American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco .10ctw Diamond Engraved Wedding Band Ring, Platinum, Ring Size 5.25
Located in McLeansville, NC
: - diamond - old european cut, 6 stones - 1.6 mm - approximately .10 carat - HI color, VS2 - SI2 clarity
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Buccino Wedding Band Ring 14 Grams with Diamonds Estate, 18 Karat white Gold
Located in New York, NY
Buccino 7 mm Wide Wedding Band Ring 14 Grams With Diamonds Estate 18 K White gold 14.5 Gm Size
Category

2010s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.01 Carat Oval Diamond 5-Stone Platinum Anniversary Band
Located in Miami, FL
This elegant 5-stone Oval Diamond Cut Eternity Band showcases 5 diamonds, framed by a beautiful
Category

2010s American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1.52ctw Ruby and Diamond Thick Band Ring, 18k White Gold, Ring Size 6.25
Located in McLeansville, NC
Make a statement with this luxurious 1.52ctw ruby and diamond thick band ring, crafted in gleaming
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Oval Cut 5-Stone Horizontally Set Diamond Anniversary Platinum Band
Located in Miami, FL
cut Diamonds. Diamonds set horizontally. 5  stone Band. Platinum. Size 6.
Category

2010s American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Oval Cut 5-Stone Horizontally Set Diamond Platinum Anniversary Band
Located in Miami, FL
G/H SI Oval cut Diamonds. Diamonds set horizontally. 5  stone Band. Platinum. Size 6.
Category

2010s American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Platinum Old European Diamond 5 Stone Bezel Set Wedding Anniversary Band Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vintage diamond 5 stone band ring handcrafted in platinum. The band features 5 bezel set diamonds
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Kabana Opal and Diamond Ring Yellow Gold, 14 Karat Women s
By Kabana
Located in Greensboro, NC
milestone anniversary! Fashioned by Kabana in 14k yellow gold, this chic piece features a mosaic of opals
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Kabana Opal and Diamond Ring Yellow Gold, 14 Karat Women s
By Kabana
Located in Greensboro, NC
milestone anniversary! Fashioned by Kabana in 14k yellow gold, this chic piece features a mosaic of opals
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Old Mine Diamond Emerald Ring 18 Karat Gold Vintage Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Victorian era and often gifted as an anniversary ring. The diamonds offer lovely sparkle as old mine cut
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hearts On Fire 1.00ctw Diamond Ring, 18k Gold Five-Stone Anniversary Band 5 1/4
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Greensboro, NC
: I - J Cut: Round Brilliant Total Carats: 1.00ctw Style: Five-Stone Anniversary Band Face
Category

20th Century Unknown Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

.70ctw Round Brilliant Diamond Wedding Anniversary Band 18k Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Anniversary Band Face Height (north to south): 5/32" (3.3mm) Rise Above Finger: 1/8" (3.0mm) Weight: 3.2
Category

20th Century Unknown Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Platinum Diamond Five-Stone Band, Round 1.85ctw Wedding Anniversary Ring GIA
Located in Greensboro, NC
Report Numbers: 6214449026 2211449056 2195611770 6214449024 2213287721 Style: Five-Stone Band
Category

2010s More Rings

Hearts on Fire 1.00ctw Diamond Ring 18k Gold Five-Stone Wedding Anniversary Band
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Cut: Round Brilliant Total Carats: 1.00ctw Style: Five-Stone Anniversary Band Face Height (north to
Category

20th Century Unknown Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

IGI Certified 18K Gold 1.00 Carat Diamond 11 Stone Anniversary/Wedding Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
This diamond part eternity band features a row of brilliant cut round diamonds channel set in a 18
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

5 Stone 18 Karat Rose Gold 0.82 Carat Round Cut Diamond Eternity Band
Located in New York, NY
totaling .22 carats. A truly special choice for a wedding or anniversary band. Set in polished 18kt rose
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

14K Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver 2.0 Cttw Diamond 5 Stone Wedding Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
anniversary with this beautiful diamond band. Product Features: Diamond Type: Natural White Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

5 Stone 18 Karat Rose Gold 0.82 Carat tw Round Cut Diamond Eternity Band
Located in New York, NY
totaling .22 carats. A truly special choice for a wedding or anniversary band. Set in polished 18kt rose
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

1.00ctw Round Brilliant Diamond Wedding Band - Platinum Anniversary Ring Size 6
Located in Greensboro, NC
options. Metal Content: Guaranteed Platinum as stamped Stone Information: Natural Diamonds Clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1ct Diamond Marquise Band Platinum Sz 5.75 Ring Vintage Anniversary Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
polished. Particulars: Weight: 3.2 grams Stones: 9 marquise cut diamonds graduate in size from approx
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Platinum Diamond Eternity Wedding Band, Oval Cut 3.62 Carat Anniversary Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
: Platinum Stone Information: Natural Diamonds Total Carats: 3.62ctw Cut: Oval Color: H - I Clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1.84ctw 3-Stone Diamond Ring 14k White Gold Size 6 Engagement Anniversary
Located in McLeansville, NC
Set with a three stone design displayed above a diamond accented band, this gorgeous ring is sure
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

1.00 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Ring, 14 Karat Gold Wedding Anniversary Band
Located in Greensboro, NC
: VS1 - VS2 Color: F Cut: Round Brilliant Total Carats: 1.00ctw Style: Five-Stone Anniversary Band
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Tiffany Co .57 Carat Round Diamond Wedding Band, 950 Platinum Anniversary Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Greensboro, NC
stamped Stone Information: Natural Diamonds Clarity: VS1 Color: F Cut: Round Brilliant Total Carats
Category

20th Century Unknown Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Wedding Band, 14 Karat Gold Ring Anniversary Princess Cut 1.00 Carat
Located in Greensboro, NC
resplendent array of princess cut diamonds set elegantly across the band’s face. This ring is a size 7, but
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Five-Stone Diamond Anniversary Ring, 14 Karat White Gold Round Cut .80 Carat
Located in Greensboro, NC
! Fashioned in a meaningful five-stone design, this band showcases five white diamonds held in a ported 14k
Category

20th Century Unknown Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

5-Stone Diamond Ring Set With 0.70ct H/SI1 Round Brilliant Diamonds In 18ct Gold
Located in London, GB
This magnificent diamond 5-stone ring is set with 0.70ct H colour SI1 clarity round brilliant cut
Category

2010s British Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

5-Stone Diamond Ring, Set With 1.30ct G/VS1 Round Diamonds In 18ct White Gold
Located in London, GB
This magnificent diamond 5-stone ring is set with 1.30ct G colour VS1 clarity round brilliant cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

5-Stone Diamond Ring, Set With 2.5ct G/VS1 Round Brilliant Diamonds in 18ct Gold
Located in London, GB
This magnificent diamond 5-stone ring is set with 2.50ct G colour VS1 clarity natural round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA 1.62 Carat Marquise Diamond Engagement Wedding Anniversary Ring
Located in New York, NY
diamond band tappers from 2.89mm to 1.74mm. The center stone is set nice and medium for your comfort
Category

Early 2000s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

4.31 Carat Round Diamond Engagement Anniversary Platinum Ring EGL, USA
Located in New York, NY
A BREATHTAKING ESTATE 3 STONE NATURAL ROUND Brilliant 4.31ctw DIAMOND Platinum Ring. The Center
Category

Early 2000s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Diamond Platinum Wedding Band
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Center Stone: 5 Baguette Cut Diamonds Weight: Approximately .40 Carats Color: F Clarity: VS Metal
Category

1990s Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1.46 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Anniversary Ring, 18 Karat White Gold Wedding
Located in Greensboro, NC
Anniversary Band with Diamonds Face Height (north to south): 5/32" (3.9mm) Rise Above Finger: 5/32" (3.9mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Contemporary Diamond Ruby 3-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A truly spectacular diamond and ruby 3-stone ring! This breathtaking estate piece is crafted in
Category

20th Century Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Edwardian Diamond Ring Graduated 5 Old Mine Cut 18k Yellow Gold Vintage
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Edwardian era ring set with 5 graduated old mine cut diamonds (circa 1910s
Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian Graduated 5 Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring 18 Karat Gold Vintage
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Edwardian era ring set with 5 graduated old mine cut diamonds (circa 1910s
Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.08 Carat Five-Stone Diamond Wedding Engagement 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
A very ELEGANT and CLASSY 5 Stone Diamond ring in 18K Yellow gold. You'll love its color, the way
Category

Vintage 1930s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Two-Tone Gold Black Opal Diamond Wedding Band Engagement Ring
Located in Suwanee, GA
18K Two-Tone Gold Black Opal Diamond Wedding Band Engagement Ring. Free Domestic USPS First
Category

2010s American Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold

2 ctw Ruby and Diamond Cluster Band Ring, 14k Yellow Gold, Ring Size 6.25
Located in McLeansville, NC
. Stones: - diamond - round brilliant cut, 9 stones - 2.75 mm - FG color, VS2-SI1 clarity - .75 total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Classic Gold Ring with Natural Diamonds
Located in רמת גן, IL
for years to come. Product Details: Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Main stone: 5 Pcs Round Diamond Colour
Category

2010s Israeli Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

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5 Stone Diamond Anniversary Bands For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of 5 stone diamond anniversary bands for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 14k Gold and White Gold, these items were constructed with great care. Our selection of items includes 16 vintage examples as well as 12 contemporary versions. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 19th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of 5 stone diamond anniversary bands to choose from, but Contemporary and Modern 5 stone diamond anniversary bands are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Hearts On Fire, TJD and Van Cleef Arpels are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A selection of round cut, brilliant cut and emerald cut can be found today on these pages. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of 5 stone diamond anniversary bands, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are 5 Stone Diamond Anniversary Bands?

On average, 5 stone diamond anniversary bands at 1stDibs sell for $1,975, while they’re typically $825 on the low end and $13,860 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.