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Luminous 0.48ct Old Cut Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
gold setting enhances the diamonds’ sparkle while offering a refined, modern polish. Weighing 3.1g and
Category

2010s Singaporean Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14k White Gold Genuine Amethyst Ring with Diamonds
Located in Portland, OR
purple amethyst. The design is simplistic yet elegant. The ring looks very exquisite with some diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Sardinian Coral Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
This exquisite 18kt white gold ring perfectly embodies modern elegance and refined craftsmanship
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamond Ring 0.27 carats 18 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
diamonds while maintaining the ring's minimalist essence. DETAILS: Metal: 18kt White Gold Gemstone
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

10k White Gold 2.1ct Aquamarine and 0.48tcw Diamond Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
of diamonds totaling 0.48tcw adds sparkle and enhances the overall shape of the ring. The piece has a
Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold Three-Stone Diamond Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This charming 14K white gold three-stone diamond ring showcases three prong-set round brilliant-cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

EGL Certified .75 Carat Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1930's Art Deco diamond white gold engagement ring. This exquisite ring features a dazzling .75
Category

Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k White Gold 5.07ctw Round Brilliant Natural Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
affordability. The sleek 18k white gold setting with a 3.80 carats pavé band enhances the diamond's brilliance
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

14k White Gold 10.6ct Topaz and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Topaz, two 2.7mm sides 0.2tcw Pave Diamonds Measurements: 20.6 x 16.6 x 9.6mm Ring Size: 6 Hallmark
Category

Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

10K White Gold 5X3MM Oval White Topaz and Diamond Accent Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Birthstone. • Metal: 10K White Gold with Rhodium Plating • Average Gram Weight: 1.17 • Diamond 1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Topaz, Diamond, White Gold, 10k Gold, Gold

10K White Gold 5X3MM Oval White Topaz and Diamond Accent Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Birthstone. • Metal: 10K White Gold with Rhodium Plating • Average Gram Weight: 1.17 • Diamond 1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Topaz, Diamond, White Gold, 10k Gold, Gold

10K White Gold 5X3MM Oval White Topaz and Diamond Accent Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Birthstone. • Metal: 10K White Gold with Rhodium Plating • Average Gram Weight: 1.17 • Diamond 1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Topaz, Diamond, White Gold, 10k Gold, Gold

10K White Gold 5X3MM Oval White Topaz and Diamond Accent Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Birthstone. • Metal: 10K White Gold with Rhodium Plating • Average Gram Weight: 1.17 • Diamond 1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Topaz, Diamond, White Gold, 10k Gold, Gold

10K White Gold 5X3MM Oval White Topaz and Diamond Accent Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Birthstone. • Metal: 10K White Gold with Rhodium Plating • Average Gram Weight: 1.17 • Diamond 1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Topaz, Diamond, White Gold, 10k Gold, Gold

10K White Gold 5X3MM Oval White Topaz and Diamond Accent Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Birthstone. • Metal: 10K White Gold with Rhodium Plating • Average Gram Weight: 1.17 • Diamond 1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Topaz, Diamond, White Gold, 10k Gold, Gold

GIA Certified 2.01 Carat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This gorgeous 14K white gold engagement ring showcases a breathtaking GIA-certified 2.01-carat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 1950s Baguette Diamond Jacket Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Vintage 1950s drop-in enhancer jacket wedding ring set with 4 baguette diamonds in 14K white gold
Category

Vintage 1950s Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Claris-A 18K White Gold Diamond Snail Ring – Animal Jewellery
By Claris-A
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
The Claris-A 18K White Gold Diamond Snail Ring is a refined example of sculptural jewelry, designed
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified 1.63 Carat Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This exquisite 14K white gold engagement ring centers a GIA-certified 1.63-carat round brilliant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

18k White Gold 2.02ct Round Brilliant Natural Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This exquisite 18k white gold engagement ring showcases a breathtaking round brilliant-cut natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique-Style 14K White Gold Sapphire Diamond Filigree Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A romantic fusion of vintage charm and refined craftsmanship, this 14K white gold filigree ring
Category

Vintage 1910s Argentine Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

18K White Yellow Gold 1.10ctw Citrine 0.30ctw Diamond Ring
Located in Sewickley, PA
This striking contemporary ring is crafted in 18k white and yellow gold, showcasing an
Category

1990s American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Classic Design 18K White Gold Lattice Ring with Diamonds
Located in Teterboro, NJ
The intricate lattice pattern is delicately formed, allowing the cool, lustrous white gold to shine
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

10K White Gold 5X3MM Oval White Topaz and Diamond Accent Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Birthstone. • Metal: 10K White Gold with Rhodium Plating • Average Gram Weight: 1.17 • Diamond 1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Topaz, Diamond, White Gold, 10k Gold, Gold

18 Kt White Gold Ring Princess Invisible Set Diamonds Brilliant Cut Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt White Gold Ring Princess Invisible Set Diamonds & Brilliant Cut Diamonds MATERIAL: 18 kt
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Brazilian Aquamarine Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
geometric design. This stunning ring is crafted from 18-karat white gold and features a sophisticated
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14k White Gold GIA Certified 1.54ct Round Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Make your proposal unforgettable with this stunning 14k White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Magnificent 1.61ct Diamonds Cocktail Ring in 18k White Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Magnificent 1.61ct Diamonds Cocktail Ring in 18k White Yellow Gold - IGI Certified This 18k
Category

2010s Israeli Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Ring with Emerald and White Diamonds
By Olivo Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
yellow gold, with a brilliant diamond halo enhancing its beauty. Total Gold Weight: 10.5 grams White
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian More Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2 Carat Marquise Diamond GIA Certified in 18k White Gold Diamond Ring
Located in Houston, TX
2 Carat Marquise Diamond GIA Certified in 18k White Gold Diamond Ring This exquisite 18K white
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 14k White Gold 1.20tcw K Si2 Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage 14k white gold engagement ring features a total of 1.20 carats of sparkling diamonds
Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Handcraft Black Diamond 18 Karat White and Yellow Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
combination of 18kt white and yellow gold. At its heart lies a striking navette-cut black diamond, weighing an
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Brazilian Aquamarine Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
This exquisite 18-karat white gold ring is a stunning expression of luxury and delicate
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Amethyst Diamond Tsavorite Rose and White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Beautiful ring in rose and white gold 14 kt grams 18.64 enriched with diamonds, tsavorite and a
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Band Rings

Materials

Amethyst, White Diamond, Tsavorite, 14k Gold

Natural Oval Emerald and White Diamond White Gold 2.46 Carat TW Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful emerald ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K White Gold setting with a natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

18k White Gold 1.01ct Marquise Cut Natural Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This exquisite 18k white gold engagement ring showcases a captivating marquise-cut natural diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Dazzling 1.80ct Natural Diamond Cluster Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
white gold, the polished band enhances the diamonds’ fire and brilliance with timeless sophistication
Category

2010s Singaporean Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.50 Carat Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring with White Diamond Halo in 14kt gold
Located in Sausalito, CA
total white round diamonds • Metal: 14K yellow gold • Setting: Oval diamond halo with diamond-set band
Category

2010s Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold

Natural Diamond 0.19CT 18Karat White Gold Baguette Engagement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
pristine canvas that enhances the brilliance of the diamonds, making this ring suitable for any occasion
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

2.00ct Diamond certified solitaire engagement ring 18k white gold
By Unbranded
Located in London, GB
This stunning engagement ring is expertly crafted from 18k white gold and features a breathtaking
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Modern Style 18 Karat White Gold 0.57 Karat White Diamonds Cubes Design Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Modern 18 Karat White Gold 0.57 Karat White Diamonds "Cubes" Design Band Ring An amazing band ring
Category

2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

4.17 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Unisex White Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
White Gold. Unisex. Details: Item Type: Cocktail Ring Metal: 14K White Gold Size: 7 1/4 (Adjustable
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

De Grisogono Diamond Amethyst 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring
By de GRISOGONO
Located in Feasterville, PA
contrast, enhancing the overall brilliance of the ring. The diamonds, selected for their exceptional
Category

Early 2000s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.30ct Tanzanite Diamond Ring Set in 9ct Yellow White Gold
Located in London, GB
tanzanite at its centre, set in 9ct yellow gold. Brilliant diamond accents enhance the vivid blue-violet
Category

2010s Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 9k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Lagoon Tourmaline Princess Cut Diamond 14K White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in GOES, NL
This exceptional ring is crafted in radiant 14-karat white gold and crowned with a truly rare
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, White Gold, 14k Gold

Ring made of 750 white gold with diamonds and certificate
Located in Berlin, DE
This exclusive diamond ring made of 18-carat white gold combines timeless elegance, high-quality
Category

20th Century Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18ct White Gold GIA Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring 1.52ct
By GIA
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
This timeless engagement ring is crafted in 18ct white gold and features a dazzling GIA 1.00ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K White Gold Dome Ring with Crystal and Diamond Flower
Located in Bergamo, BG
aesthetic. Key Features 18K white gold dome ring with crystal top Floating diamond flower arrangement
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Crystal, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K White Gold Ring with Natural Siam Ruby and Diamonds
Located in Bergamo, BG
A magnificent 18K white gold ring showcasing a natural cushion-cut Siam ruby weighing 3.71 carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

15.5mm White South Sea Pearl Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
diamonds may have a unique geometric shape that enhances the ring's visual appeal and showcases the stones
Category

Early 2000s Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold, 18k Gold

Natural Blue Round Sapphire and White Diamond 1.70 Carat TW White Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful sapphire ring. Mounted in a beautiful 14K White Gold setting with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Cartier Diadea Diamond 18K White Gold Engagement/Cocktail/Ring
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, BE
opulent 18-karat white gold setting. The round brilliant-cut diamonds dazzle with exceptional brilliance
Category

20th Century French Aesthetic Movement Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamond Love Ring Band 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Enhanced in any way Diamond Ring 0.35CT G-H SI 14K White Gold Pave style 2.10 grams
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Dream Collection 18K Yellow Gold Ring with White Diamonds
By Micheletto Olivo
Located in Milano, Lombardia
of craftsmanship to this elegant ring, enhanced further by the brilliance of white diamonds. A true
Category

2010s Italian More Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marquise diamond solitaire classic engagement ring 18k white gold
Located in London, GB
0.65ct Marquise Diamond Engagement Ring With Diamond Band In 18k Gold. Large marquise diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

9.80ct Aquamarine Ring with 0.80ct Diamonds in 18K White Gold
Located in Bucharest, Romania
, while the diamonds enhance its brilliance with their shimmering light. The sleek 18K white gold band
Category

2010s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold

Chaumet Class One white gold and diamond ring
By Chaumet
Located in PARIS, FR
sophistication of French high jewelry. The ring is adorned with natural diamonds, delicately set to enhance its
Category

Early 2000s European Modern Band Rings

Materials

White Gold

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Diamond Ring Enhancers White Gold For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact piece of diamond ring enhancers white gold 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, white gold and 14k gold — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect item from our selection of diamond ring enhancers white gold may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic choice in our collection of diamond ring enhancers white gold over the years, but those made by Oshi Jewels and TJD are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes mixed cut and brilliant cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an object in our assortment of diamond ring enhancers white gold, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Diamond Ring Enhancers White Gold?

Prices for a piece of diamond ring enhancers white gold can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $540 and can go as high as $9,900, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,200.

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.