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Early 20th Century with Rose-Cut 1ct Diamonds 18k Gold Ring
Located in MADRID, ES
of rose-cut diamonds. Weight: 6.5 grams Size: ES 14.5 / EU 54.5 / US 7.25 Diamonds: Rose-cut, 1.00
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

2.27 carats natural Zambian Emerald Rose Cut Diamonds Engagement Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
any treatment and is of Zambian origin. The combined Diamonds weight is 1.46 carats (Rose Cuts+ Round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

2ct Natural Marquise-Cut Pink Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Jaipur, RJ
femininity and intricate design — this Art Deco-inspired statement ring showcases an extraordinary approx
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 1.10 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have an Art Deco platinum diamond cluster ring. The ring features an impressive slightly
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Enchanting 18kt rose and white Gold hand-made ring. Original from 1930', it is set with approx
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Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Art Deco Style 14 Karat Rose Gold Pink Tourmaline and Diamond Ring
By Gregory Mikaelian Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
"Art Deco" style 14k rose gold pink tourmaline and diamond ring, 1 round pink tourmaline of gem
Category

Vintage 1950s American Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Platinum Rose Cut Engagement Ring, Three Stone Diamond (GIA Approx. 2-Carats)
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite three-stone engagement ring showcases a captivating GIA-certified rose-cut diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Platinum Rose Cut Engagement Ring (GIA Approx. 2-Carats) Oval Diamond, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite ring showcases a breathtaking approx 2-carats oval rose-cut diamond, certified by
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Platinum Rose Cut Engagement Ring (GIA Approx 1.00-Carat) Oval Diamond, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
: VS2 Metal: Platinum Stone: Diamond Stone Cut: Rose Cut Style: Art Deco Total Weight: 2.72 Grams
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Black Onyx Fan Shape Open Ring with Diamonds in 18k Solid Rose Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Black Onyx Fan Shape Open Ring with Diamonds in 18K Gold featuring natural onyx of 0.99
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Art Deco Style 18 Karat Gold 0.11 Carat Old Cut Diamond Two Stone Vertical Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian styles, from engagement rings to rose-cut
Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Art Deco Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have an original Art Deco sapphire and diamond ring. This platinum piece features a
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Yellow Gold Diamond Art Deco Engagement Ring - 14k Rose .21ctw Vintage MIlgrain
Located in Greensboro, NC
): .15ct Cut: Rose Color: Light Yellow Clarity: I1 Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .06ctw Cut: Single Color: I
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Three Stone Platinum 1.12 Carat Rose Cut Pear Shape Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Inspired Entirely Handmade Platinum Rose Cut Pear Shape Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring. The ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

14K Rose Gold Diamond 9 Carat Radiant Cut Amethyst Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
SIZING!!!! Beautiful Handmade Art Deco Inspired Baguette and Round Diamond Radiant Cut Amethyst
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Hand Engraved 18K Yellow Gold Art Deco Halo Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
cut diamond engagement ring. The ring features a beautiful bezel set 0.42 carat princess cut diamond
Category

2010s North American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderful sapphire and diamond cluster ring crafted at a time when the Art Deco
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a delightful Art Deco sapphire and diamond ring. Crafted from 18ct gold, this piece
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Art Deco Oval-Cut Black Onyx Diamond Unisex Signet Ring – 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
✨ Product Description: Bold, sophisticated, and effortlessly refined — this Art Deco Unisex Signet
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

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

Art Deco diamond 18k white gold ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Art Deco 18k white gold ring from the 1930’s features an old European cut diamond of
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k Ring Rose Gold Ring Diamond Ring Fancy Gold Diamond Ring
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
18k Ring Rose Gold Ring Diamond Ring Fancy Gold Diamond Ring A fashion Art Nouveau ring is
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Mine Diamond Filigree Cocktail Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Mine Diamond Filigree Cocktail Ring. This beautiful ring is
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Deco Style 18 Karat Rose Gold Amethyst 0.40 Karat White Diamonds Design Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
0.40 Karat White Diamonds Rose Gold Modern Exagonal Design Ring
Category

2010s Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Amethyst, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

0.92 Morganite Marquise Cut Diamond Accents 14K Rose Gold Bridal Ring
Located in New York, NY
& Grace ring. The 14k Rose Gold jewelry boasts 5X10 Marquise-Cut Prong Setting Genuine Morganite (1pcs
Category

20th Century Chinese Art Deco Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

1.86 Carat Oval Cut Morganite Diamond Accents 14K Rose Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
& Grace Ring. The 14k Rose Gold jewelry boasts Oval-Cut Prong Setting Genuine Morganite (1 pcs) 1.04 Carat
Category

20th Century Chinese Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

18k Rose Gold Ring with Opal Stone and Round Cut Diamonds
By Amwaj Jewellery
Located in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
This exquisite 18K rose gold ring features a mesmerising opal centre stone, reminiscent of a
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21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Rose Gold

0.85 Carat Pear-Cut Morganite Diamond Accents 14K Rose Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
. This Ring is made up of 8x6 mm Pear-Cut (1 pcs) 0.85 carat Morganite and Round-cut White Diamond (41
Category

20th Century Chinese Art Deco Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

1.07 Carat Oval-Cut Morganite Diamond Accents 14K Rose Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
. This Ring is made up of 6*8 mm Oval-cut (1 pcs) 1.249 carat Morganite and Round Cut Diamond (66 Pcs
Category

20th Century Chinese Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

IGI Certified 1.1tcw Baguette-Cut Diamond Art Deco Halo Engagement Ring 18K Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
ring, showcasing approx. 1.1tcw Natural Baguette-Cut Diamonds (G/VS) arranged in a captivating
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

22.55 Carat Oval-Cut Morganite Diamond Accents 14K Rose Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
. This Ring is made up of 16x21 mm Oval-Cut (1 pcs) 22.55 carat Morganite and Round-cut White Diamond
Category

20th Century Chinese Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

1.28 Carat Cushion-Cut Morganite Diamond Accents 14K Rose Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
. This Ring is made up of 6x8 mm Emerald-Cut (1 pcs) 1.28 carat Morganite and Round-cut White Diamond (6
Category

20th Century Chinese Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Emerald Cut Pink Sapphire Diamond Halo Set Engagement 14K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
A gorgeous Art Deco inspired emerald cut pink sapphire is presented in classic Art Deco style. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

2.19 Carat Morganite Oval Cut Diamond Accents 10K Rose Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Tickle her pink with this oval-cut Genuine morganite and Gin& Grace Natural diamond ring. Offering
Category

20th Century Chinese Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, 10k Gold, Rose Gold

Art Deco 1920s Platinum 0.78ctw Diamond Solitaire Ring with Diamond Shoulders
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A platinum and diamond ring, comprising one round transitional cut diamond, and six rose cut
Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1920s Art Deco Fine Pearl Diamonds Platinum Round Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
motifs. On the top, a round pearly cream pearl adorns the center of a double row of rose-cut diamonds
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum

1.38 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring 18 Karat White Gold
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning Art Deco style rose cut diamond ring. Center stone, 1.38ct oval rose cut diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 1.90 carat diamond platinum engagement ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Art Deco platinum ring showcases a 1.90 carat Old European cut diamond with delicate rose cut
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco 1930 Diamond 18K Gold and Platinum Ring
Located in MADRID, ES
with Platinum Accents Diamonds: Antique and Rose Cuts, 0.20 ct total Weight: 1.58 grams Ring Size: 54
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold

Set in 18K Gold, carved Aquamarine Rose Cut Diamonds Cocktail Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
. ✦ Diamond Clarity: Average VS-SI ✦ Diamond Color: G - H ✦ Gemstone: Natural Diamonds ✦ Gemstone Cut: Rose
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold

18K Gold, 2.63 carats, natural Zambian Emerald Rose Cut Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
and is of Zambian origin. The Rose Cut Diamonds weight is 0.58 carats. Net 18K Gold weight is 3.69
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Art Deco 1.90 carat diamond platinum engagement ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Art Deco platinum ring showcases a 1.90 carat Old European cut diamond with delicate rose cut
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Ruby Rose Cut Diamond Turquoise 18K Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
18k gold vintage mens royal ceremonial ring inspired piece. Set with rose cut diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Set in 18K white Gold, Tanzanite trillion Rose Cut Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Color: G - H ✦ Gemstone: Natural Diamonds ✦ Gemstone Cut: Rose ✦ Diamond Weight: 0.35 ct. ✦ Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, White Gold

Art Deco 1920 Engagement Platinum Ring with Diamonds
Located in Aventura, FL
diamonds, strategically placed on the sides of the ring. The Art Deco-inspired design, with its clean
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

JR Toi Et Moi Rose Cut Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring
By JR Diam
Located in Hong Kong, HK
JR Toi et Moi Rose Cut Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring Toi et moi ring with two large rose cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Set in 18K white Gold, 3.86 carats, Rose Cut Diamonds Engagement Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Art Deco style, Rose Cut Diamonds Engagement Ring set in 18K White
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Art Deco Colombian Emerald Diamond Bow Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
% original Art Deco bow ring is skilfully hand crafted from solid 18 kt gold and Platinum, both punched with
Category

Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Ring 925 Sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring.
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Ring 925 Sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring. A P P R O X T I M
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver

Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Ring 925 Sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring.
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Ring 925 Sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring. A P P R O X T I M
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver

Diamond Ruby 14 Karat Rose and White Gold Ring, 1940s Art Deco
Located in Wallkill, NY
14k Rose and White Gold Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring. Center round brilliant bezel set diamond
Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

SLOAN CO. Art Deco 14k Diamond Knot-Motif Ring
By Sloan Company
Located in Narberth, PA
A stunning and unique diamond ring from the early Art Deco (ca1900) era by prestigious Newark, NJ
Category

Antique Early 1900s Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Diamond Target Ring, 2.60 carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
A striking example of Art Deco design, this exquisite target ring showcases a dazzling Old European
Category

20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Plaque Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have an exceptional sapphire and diamond ring crafted at a time when the Art Deco style was
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Double Target Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderfully original ring from a time when the Art Deco style was at the height of
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring.
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Ring 925 Sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring Wieght 10 gram A
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1925
Located in London, GB
Art Deco diamond cluster ring. Vertically set with two round old cut diamonds in open back rubover
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Ring 925 Sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring.
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Ring 925 Sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring. A P P R O X T I M
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver

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Art Deco Rose Cut Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact art deco rose cut diamond ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of gold, rose gold and 18k gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for an art deco rose cut diamond 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. Finding an appealing art deco rose cut diamond ring — no matter the origin — is easy, but Luigi Ferrara, Rossella Ugolini and Single Stone each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Today, if you’re looking for a rose cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and oval cut alternatives. Most of our art deco rose cut diamond ring for sale are for women, but there are 123 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Art Deco Rose Cut Diamond Ring?

Prices for an art deco rose cut diamond ring can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $212 and can go as high as $41,500, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,483.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Finding the Right Rings for You

Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.

No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.

Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.

Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry

The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.

Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.

Questions About Art Deco Rose Cut Diamond Ring
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    Rose-cut diamonds are uncommon in modern jewelry and are often associated with antique styles like Victorian or Georgian. The rose cut is circular like its namesake flower, with a flat top and a domed crown with either 12 or 24 facets. This cut dates back to the 16th century. Find a collection of antique and vintage rose-cut diamond rings on 1stDibs today.