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14 Karat White Gold Diamond Cluster Ring Size 7.75 #20709
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Cluster Ring Size 9 JAGi Certified- This sparkling cluster ring
Category

20th Century Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Platinum Pt900 Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Sydney, NSW
weight: 0.43ct Diamond Grade: Color F - G, clarity VS-1 - SI-1 Diamond cut: Baguette and Round Ring size
Category

2010s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

18k Diamond Wide Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
carats of sparkling diamonds. With a ring size of 9 and a width of 13.18mm, this ring is in excellent
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Amethyst Diamond Cocktail Ring in 14tt
Located in Bloomington, MN
accented by round diamonds. The ring is currently a size 9. The ring measures approximately 1.05 by 0.75
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold Diamond Swirl Ring
By Non Branded
Located in Lexington, KY
color, SI-I1 clarity diamonds 44 = .45 CTW, baguette cut, H/I/J color, SI-I1 clarity diamonds Ring size
Category

1990s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Tank Francaise Diamond Gold Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
diamonds. Ring is a size 9 (Euro size 60), width 7mm. Comes in vintage Cartier box. Marked: Cartier, 750
Category

20th Century French Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

14K Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Non Branded
Located in Lexington, KY
further. 14K Yellow Gold Contemporary Blue Sapphire & Diamond Ring  Contemporary 14k yellow gold Size 9
Category

Vintage 1980s Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

8.22 Carved Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
set in 8.22 carats blue sapphire and illuminated with 2.43 carats of glittering diamonds. The ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Size 9 This sparkling engagement ring features
Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Wedding Band Ring
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
This modern crisp design features a single .16 carat emerald cut diamond set in platinum. Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Pomellato Gold, Pink Tourmaline, and Diamond Griffe Ring
By Pomellato
Located in Princeton, NJ
-Centering a large pink tourmaline -Set with round brilliant pave diamonds, natural -Ring a size U.S. 9
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold

Diamond Row and Diamond Flower Wide Ring in 14k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Carat Weight: ~0.59 carats Diamond Color: G-H Diamond Clarity: SI1-SI2 Ring Size: 9 (resizable
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Flower Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Flower Ring Size 9- This sparkling flower ring features 14
Category

20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Open Diamond Ring 14K Band Round Yellow Gold Cocktail
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond Color Grade: H-I Ring Size: 9 Main Stone Shape: Round Available in other metal options: White Gold
Category

2010s Indian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Rachel Koen Diamond Mens Ring 14K White Gold 0.50cttw
Located in New York, NY
diamonds weighing 0.50ct. Ring size: 9. Total weight: 7 gms. Comes with the manufacturer's box and booklet.
Category

2010s American Modern More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Flower Double Band Ring Solid 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Total Weight: 2.5 Grams Ring Size: 6.75 Diamond
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Blue Zircon and Diamond Rectangular Ring in Platinum
Located in Honolulu, HI
Carat Weight: 0.68 carats Diamond Color: G-H Diamond Clarity: VS2-SI2 Ring Size: 9 (resizable) Total
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Zircon, Blue Zircon, Platinum

Palladium Russian Made ring in 18K Yellow Gold with Diamonds
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
Palladium Ring with Diamonds 18K Yellow Gold Ring Size 9 Center diamond .75ct Side diamond .30ct
Category

1990s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Palladium

Edwardian 1.31 Carat GIA Certified Mine Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
color and SI-1 in clarity. The ring is further set with old mine cut diamonds in platinum. Ring Size: 9
Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 22k Gold, Platinum

Invisible Set Round Princess Diamond Contemporary Cocktail Ring 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 9 This striking diamond ring features a bold and modern design, showcasing a dynamic
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Ring with Five Stones 0.25 TDW
Located in Manhasset, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Five Stones Diamond Ring 0.25 TDW. Size 9 3 grams total weight.
Category

2010s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

One Of A Kind Dolphin Ring With Pave Blue Sapphire Diamonds
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Size: 9 (can be sized) Diamond: 0.56cts Slv: 26.84gms Blue Sapphire: 7.00cts,
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Silver

White Gold Diamond Halo Engagement Ring Wedding Band, 14k Princess 1.72ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
diamonds. These rings are a size 9, but they can be re-sized up 2 sizes for a $30 fee each or down 1
Category

Late 20th Century Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

14k Yellow Gold Round Faceted Amethyst, Opal Inlay and Diamond Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k Yellow Gold Round Faceted Amethyst, Opal Inlay and Diamond Ring Finger Size: 9 Design: inlay
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold

Reese Platinum Ring with .62 ct Oval Natural Sapphire .10 ctw Diamonds
Located in Greeneville, TN
Stones: .10 ctw Natural Round Diamonds Ring Size: US 9 Finish: High-polish Style: Elegant • Minimalist
Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

14 Karat White Gold with Diamond Solitaire Wedding Band Ring 0.50 TDW
Located in Manhasset, NY
14 Karat White Gold With Diamond Solitaire Wedding Band Ring 0.50 Total Diamond Weight. Size 9
Category

2010s Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Art Deco Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Gold and Platinum Panel Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous ring holds gorgeous sparkling diamonds and rubies. The stones are set in platinum
Category

Vintage 1910s British Art Deco More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Platinum

Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Flower Motif Cluster Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 9 Inspired by nature’s delicate beauty, this diamond ring showcases a breathtaking
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Star Setting Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous 18ct gold band holds a 5pt diamond. Ring Size: T or 9 1/2 Band Width: 6.5mm Height
Category

Antique 1890s British Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Edwardian 18K Two Tone Gold Old European Five Diamond Wedding Band Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
: 2.8 Grams Ring Size: 9 Diamonds: Approximately 2 cts Color: H Clarity: VS2 - SI1 Measurements
Category

Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Wedding Rings

Materials

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

Designer Vintage Style Long Ring with Pave Diamonds Made in 18k Gold Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18kt 3.2g Diamond :2.29ct Ring Size US-9
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Smoky Quartz, Diamond and Orange Sapphire Pave Cocktail Ring in 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 9 This unique smoky quartz cocktail ring is a true statement of elegance and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Quartz, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Princess and Round Cut Diamond Squared Halo Ring in Polished 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 9 This stunning diamond ring showcases the brilliance of an invisible setting, with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Round and Pear Cut Diamond Pavé Bypass Cocktail Ring in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 9 Indulge in modern sophistication with this exquisite pavé diamond bypass ring. This
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

RING De Grisogono 10.85 Carats Diamond Pear white gold fancy yellow and black
By de GRISOGONO
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
, size 9 ¼ (28,9grs) This ring is a unique piece specially designed for this diamond by De Grisogono
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mens Brushed 14 Karat White Gold Wide Band Ring with Diamonds, F-G / VS1-VS2
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Size: 9 This sophisticated men's diamond ring is a true testament to refined elegance. Crafted
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 1920 Ring in 18kt gold and Platinum with Diamond and Sapphire
Located in Aventura, FL
& Platinum Stone: Natural Diamonds & Natural Sapphires Ring size: 9 (sizable). Ring width: 0.25 in Stamped
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Huge Tutti Frutti 18K Ring, Natural Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires Diamonds Size 9
Located in New York, NY
The huge Tutti Frutti 18K Ring, adorned with Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires, and Diamonds in size 9
Category

20th Century Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

18K White Gold 5.08ct Sapphire 9.6ct Diamond Ring Size 9 3/4
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Ring centering a cushion sapphire, weighing approximately 5.08 carats, within a scrolled
Category

Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Cartier LOVE Ring, 3 Diamonds, Yellow Gold, Size 9
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
: 10.1 grams Ring Size: 9 Hallmark: Cartier, 59, Serial Number (Blocked out for Privacy), Au750
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Yurman 18k Yellow Gold Blue Topaz Ring with Diamond Halo Size 9
By David Yurman
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
David Yurman 18k Yellow Gold Blue Topaz Ring with Diamond Halo Size 9 Gorgeous Blue Topaz Ring by
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9 Carat Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamond Large Finger Size Dress Ring
Located in Splitter s Creek, NSW
This beautiful, well preserved Late Victorian Ring consists of 3 deep blue Sapphires, Clarity eye
Category

Early 20th Century British Late Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Egyptian Style Contemporary Diamond Ring by Mon Pilar sizes 8-9 US
By Mon Pilar
Located in Brooklyn, NY
yellow gold • Available in U.S sizes 5-9 • Diamond: 3.4 mm (0.15 ct) natural brown *Can also be set with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Egyptian Revival Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Vintage 18ct White Gold Diamond Wedding Engagement Ring Size R1/2 9 750 Purity
Located in Camelford, GB
offer is this gorgeous 18CT WHITE GOLD AND DIAMOND WEDDING / ENGAGEMENT RING DETAILS Material: 750
Category

20th Century British Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.55 ct Round and Oval Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Full Band Ring US Size 9
By Damati
Located in New York, NY
1.55 ct Round and Oval Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Full Band Ring US Size 9 Crafted in 18 kt
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Old Mine Cut 9 stone 18k and Platinum Ring Size 3.75
Located in Joelton, TN
Our Edwardian 9 Diamond Ring is a Sparkling Symphony from a Bygone Era: Experience the allure of
Category

Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Full Eternity Ring #9-#12
By SHIHARA
Located in Shibuya, Tokyo, JP
Yellow Gold Diamond Full Eternity Ring Japanese Size #9~#12 Band width: 2mm Diamond: approx. 1.4mm
Category

2010s Japanese Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Full Eternity Ring #9-#12
By SHIHARA
Located in Shibuya, Tokyo, JP
Yellow Gold Diamond Full Eternity Ring Japanese Size #9-#12 Band width: 2mm Diamond: approx. 1.4mm/0.36ct
Category

2010s Japanese Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Full Eternity Ring #9-#12
By SHIHARA
Located in Shibuya, Tokyo, JP
Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Full Eternity Ring Japanese Size #9-#12 Band width: 2mm Diamond: approx. 1.4mm
Category

2010s Japanese Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Buccellati Gold Diamond Sapphire Cocktail Ring
By Buccellati
Located in Lambertville, NJ
brilliant cut diamonds (approx - 1.50ctw). Ring Size 9, Top Of Ring 17mm X 22mm, Sits 12mm From Finger
Category

20th Century Italian More Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold

Rose Gold Diamond Square Wedding Ring Band
By GILIN
Located in Central, HK
Special square 18K Rose gold wedding ring band, set with 18 pieces 0.34ct of white diamonds. Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Gilin 18k White Gold Diamond Square Wedding Ring Band
By GILIN
Located in Central, HK
Special square 18K White gold wedding ring band, set with 18 pieces 0.34ct of white diamonds. Ring
Category

2010s Hong Kong Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Gold, Sapphire and 1.5 Carat Diamond Ring, 1950s
Located in Bologna, IT
Gold, and round cut diamonds (totalling 1.5ct ca.) RING SIZE 9 US (resizable)
Category

Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 18 Karat Gold and Platinum Diamonds Ring
Located in Miami, FL
-VS2 1ctw • 16 rose cut diamonds I-VS2 0.50ctw Ring size: 9 ½ Ring face: 23mm by 16mm Rise above
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

18K Fire Agate 9.5 CTW and Brown Diamonds Circle Ring
By HCL METAL WORKS
Located in Gorham, ME
and Brown Diamond ring is a size 9, can be sized up to a size 12 or sized down to a size 5.
Category

2010s American Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Brown Diamond, Agate, Fire Agate, 18k Gold

Matthia s Claire Ensemble 18 Karat Rose Gold and Diamond "Double" Ring
By Matthia s Claire
Located in New Orleans, LA
: - 18k Rose gold - 7.4 grams - 0.80 diamonds - Ring Size 5 3/4 - Size 9 European - Handcrafted in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Artisan Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Paul Amey Swiss Blue Topaz Ring with Diamonds in 9K Gold
By Paul Amey
Located in Tewantin, Queensland
topaz and diamond ring is size R½ (GB) or 9¼ (US). Total weight 6.4 grams.
Category

2010s Australian Artisan Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 9k Gold

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Diamond Rings Size 9 For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact diamond rings size 9 you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 193 vintage editions and 210 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect diamond rings size 9 may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A diamond rings size 9 from Damati, Cartier and Alexander of Beverly Hills — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A diamond rings size 9 can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 331, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. 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 oval cut and old european cut alternatives. Finding a diamond rings size 9 for sale for women should be easy, but there are 66 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Diamond Rings Size 9?

Prices for a diamond rings size 9 can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $229 and can go as high as $131,835, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,103.

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 Diamond Rings Size 9
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Similar to shoes, rings have their own sizing system. A size 9 ring has a .75-inch diameter. Most women in the U.S. wear between a 5 and a 7 in ring sizes, and most men in the U.S. wear a size 10.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A good size for a diamond ring would depend on the wearer's finger size. Keep in mind that the smaller the finger, the larger the diamond will appear. For instance, on a size 4 finger, a 1.5-carat diamond solitaire looks significantly bigger than on a size 8. When it comes to diamonds, size is important, but it isn't everything. Instead of relying solely on a diamond's size (or, more precisely, its carat weight), it's best to look for a diamond with the ideal combination of cut, color, clarity, and carat weight. You can find a variety of antique and designer diamond rings on 1stDibs.