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Mens Jade Diamond Signet Ring ~10.5ctw 18K Yellow Gold Size 9
Located in Fairfield, CT
Mens Jade Diamond Signet Ring ~10.5ctw 18K Yellow Gold Size 9 This bold ring features a !10.5
Category

20th Century Modern Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

TIFFANY CO. Ring Size 9 Sterling Silver Two Row Diamond Point Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in San Francisco, CA
TIFFANY & CO. "Two Row Diamond Point" ring comes in a sterling silver. Very Good Pre-Owned
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

14 Karat Rose Gold Brown and White Diamond Band Ring Size 9
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Rose Gold Brown and White Diamond Band Ring Size 9- This elegant ring features 17
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

14 Karat Yellow and White Gold Diamond Band Ring Size 9 #22418
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Band Ring Size 9 Bold and brilliant, this 14K yellow gold ring
Category

20th Century Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.98ctw Champagne Diamond Ring 14k Yellow Gold Size 9 Wedding Anniversary Band
Located in McLeansville, NC
Rise Above Finger: 2.8 mm Band / Shank Width: 1.5 mm This ring is a size 9, but it can be resized up 2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.72ctw Pear Diamond Engagement Ring 14k White Gold Size 9 Pave Accents
Located in McLeansville, NC
Height: 7.8 mm Rise Above Finger: 6.8 mm Band / Shank Width: 2.3 mm This ring is a size 9, but it can
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1ctw Diamond Wedding Band 14k White Gold Size 9 Stackable Anniversary Ring
Located in McLeansville, NC
Finger: 2.6 mm Band / Shank Width: 3.5 mm This ring is a size 9, but it can be resized down 2 sizes for
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.56ct VS2 Marquise Solitaire Diamond Engagement Ring 14k Yellow Gold Size 9
Located in McLeansville, NC
mm Rise Above Finger: 7 mm Band / Shank Width: 1.7 mm This ring is a size 9, but it can be resized
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow and White Gold Diamond Flower Ring Size 9-9.25 #21379
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow and White Gold Diamond Flower Ring Size 9-9.25 Delicate and feminine, this
Category

20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fei Liu 0.099ct Diamond 9 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring - Size M
By Fei Liu
Located in Birmingham, GB
The exquisite Aurora Engagement Ring features a dazzling centre 0.099ct diamond, elegantly set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

10.75ctw Oval Cut Peridot Diamond Ring - 14k Yellow Gold Halo Size 9
Located in Greensboro, NC
white diamond halo. This ring is a size 9, but it can be re-sized up 2 sizes for a $50 fee or down 2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.88ctw Round Diamond Engagement Ring 14k White Gold Size 9 GIA Bridal Set
Located in McLeansville, NC
This ring is a size 9, but it can be resized down 1 size for a $40 fee or up 2 sizes for a $50 fee.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

.925 Sterling Silver 1/2 Cttw Diamond Multi-Row Bypass Band Ring - Size 9
Located in New York, NY
natural, round-cut diamonds, meticulously arranged in neat rows, this ring sparkles with an understated
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rhodium

14 Karat Yellow Gold Princess Cut Diamond Wide Band Ring Size 9 #22370
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Princess Cut Diamond Band Ring Size 9 JAGi Certified- Bold and luxurious, this
Category

20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.52ct Marquise Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 14k White Gold Size 9 GGL GIA
Located in McLeansville, NC
This ring is a size 9, but it can be resized down 2 sizes for a $20 fee or up 3 sizes for a $30 fee.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.36ctw Oval Blue Sapphire Diamond Halo Ring 14k White Gold Size 9 Engagement
Located in McLeansville, NC
mm Band / Shank Width: 2.3 mm This ring is a size 9, but it can be resized down 1 size for a $20 fee
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

14kt Yellow Gold Diamond Scissors Ring, Perfect for Hair Stylist, Size 9, 7.75g
Located in San Diego, CA
stylists! This exquisite ring is a size 9 and weighs 7.75 grams. It is stamped with 14kt authenticity
Category

2010s American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14kt Yellow Gold 1.25cttw 7 Baguette Diamond Ring, Texture Design, Size 9, 9mm
Located in San Diego, CA
ring is size 9, 9mm wide tapering to 5.5mm, 7 grams in weight. The 4mm x 2mm diamonds are set in 14kt
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Diamond Swirl Ring 0.68 Carats 10.85 Grams IGI Certified Size 9
Located in Media, PA
IGI Certified 14K Yellow Gold Swirl Ring 0.68ct Natural Round Diamonds Size 9 Bold Vintage
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Italian Angel Skin Coral and Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold, Size 9
Located in Miami, FL
century design sensibilities. Weighing 20.70 grams and sized at 9, the ring sits comfortably on the
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fei Liu Pearl and Diamond 9 Karat White Gold Dress Ring - Size M (6.5)
By Fei Liu
Located in Birmingham, GB
Lily of the Valley large ring with pearls and 0.2ct white diamonds and 1-3mm pearls, set in 9ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
carats RING SIZE: US 9 - IT 20 - FR 60 - UK S, Resizable on request WEIGHT: 3.8 grams * every jewel
Category

Early 20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Platinum and Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Platinum and Diamond Engagement Ring Size 9 This sparkling engagement ring features one
Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond and Peridot Platinum Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
total 0.41 carats. Ring Size 9 Band 4mm Top 8mm Dimension 16 x 12mm Included Items: Gift Box
Category

20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Peridot, Platinum

Charles Krypell Platinum and Diamond Ring
By Charles Krypell
Located in Darnestown, MD
rectangular diamonds. The ring is size 9 3/4. It can easily be sized up or down.
Category

Vintage 1980s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Wood Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
accented with a single cut diamond. Ring size 6.5. Measurements: 9/16 inch wide. Weight: 7.4 grams. Stamped
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Multi Tone Gold Diamond Large Flower Ring
Located in New York, NY
/H VS Diamonds The ring is a size 9, sizable. The ring weighs 19.8 grams
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
diamond rounds. Handmade in platinum. Ring size 9.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Lapis and Diamond Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
approximately 22.5mm x 17mm, accented by a halo of round brilliant cut diamonds (1.5ctw). Ring size 9. 22.12
Category

Vintage 1980s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jahan a Sapphire and Diamond Dress Ring
By Jahan
Located in Firenze, IT
the similarly-set scrolling stem band. Stamped Jahan. Estimated total diamond weight 2cts. Ring size 9
Category

2010s British Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold and Blue Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold and Blue Diamond Ring Size 8.75-9 This lovely ring features 14 heat treated
Category

20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Blue Diamond, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Band Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Band Ring Size 9 - This elegant band features five round
Category

20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Cameo Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Cameo Ring Size 9- This elegant cameo features a lovely lady in
Category

20th Century More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

10 Karat White Gold Diamond Wedding Band Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
10 Karat White Gold Diamond Wedding Band Ring Size 9 - This sparkling band features 16 round
Category

20th Century Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat Two Tone Gold and Diamond Band Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Two Tone Gold and Diamond Band Ring Size 9- This lovely band features 18 round
Category

20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

A Set of Two Hammered Gold Rings 14k Diamond
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
CIRCA: 1980’s MATERIALS: 14K Yellow Gold GEMSTONE: Diamonds WEIGHT: 22.1 grams RING SIZE: 8.25
Category

Vintage 1980s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Heated Sri Lanka Padparadscha and Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
diamond rounds. Handmade in platinum. Ring size 9.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Edwardian 14kt yellow Gold Solitaire Ring with Sapphire and Diamonds
Located in Aventura, FL
art. Period: 1910's Style: Edwardian Metal: 14Kt Gold  Stone: Diamond  & Sapphire Ring size: 9
Category

Vintage 1910s Edwardian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k ...

Antique French 18kt Gold Diamond And Amethyst Episcopal Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
. Ring size: 9 1/2. Gross weight: 18.6 g.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Guild Certified Sri Lanka Padparadscha Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
bright diamond rounds. Handmade in platinum. Ring size 9. This stone is heated. Guild certification
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Padparadscha Sapphire , Platinum

18 Karat Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
18 Karat Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire & Diamond Cocktail Ring Size 9 Metal: 18k yellow gold Weight
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Three Sapphire and Diamond on Silver Ring
Located in Geneva, CH
Three oval Sapphire and small Diamond on Silver Ring. Ring size: 9 1/2.
Category

Late 20th Century Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Silver

Sapphires Diamonds 18 Karat White And Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, IT
karat Others small diamonds weight 0.10 karat Ring Size 9 ITA 5.25 US (all rings are can be resized)
Category

1990s Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Cartier 18 Karat White Gold Anniversary Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Authentic CARTIER 18K white gold Anniversary ring with one diamond Excellent condition Ring size
Category

2010s Wedding Rings

Materials

Gold

Black and White Diamond Square Modern Right Hand Ring 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
weight. The ring is a size 9 and can be resized up or down. The ring weighs approximately 8 grams.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, White Gold

Estate SSEF Certified 7.88 Carat Unheated Sapphire 5 Ct Certified Diamonds Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
- Excellent 10/10 METAL: 18k gold GEM STONE: Ceylon Sapphire 7,88 carats, Diamond 5 total carats RING SIZE
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

1.72 Carat Princess Cut Diamond Ring and Wedding Band 14 Karat Gold Halo
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

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Edwardian 1900 Navette 18kt Yellow Gold Ring with Rose Cuts Diamonds and Ruby
Located in Aventura, FL
: 18Kt Gold  Stone: Diamond s & Ruby  Ring size: 9 (resizable). Ring width: 0.90 inches.  Total weight
Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Elegant Art Deco white gold ring with diamonds, Austria-Hungary, Pest, 1920s
Located in Chorzów, PL
approximately 0.10ct. Ring size: 9 (EU 49) - please inquire about resizing. Total weight: approximately 1.82g
Category

Early 20th Century Hungarian Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Edwardian 18 Karat Gold Platinum Plique-à-Jour Enamel and Diamond Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Total Diamond Weight: Approximately 1.50 ctw Ring Size: 9 (sizable) This ring can be sized for a $50
Category

Vintage 1910s Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Carriere 18 Karat Gold Princess Cut Diamonds 4 Row 2 Carat Invisible Set Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
Carriere 18k Yellow Gold Princess Cut Diamond Band Ring Size 9 8 Grams Princess Cut Diamonds 2
Category

2010s Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

1.72 Carat Princess Cut Diamond Ring and Wedding Band 14 Karat Gold Halo
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

20th Century Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Deco 18 Karat Yellow Gold Old Mine Cut Diamond Enamel Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
: Approximately .40 ctw Ring Size: 9 1/4 (sizable) This ring can be sized for a $60 fee! *Please note, we
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel

14 Karat Yellow Gold Rose Quartz and Diamond Butterfly Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Rose Quartz and Diamond Butterfly Ring Size 9 This lovely ring
Category

20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Yellow Gold

Cartier Love 18 Karat White Gold 6 Diamond Unisex Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Love 18K white gold ring with 6 diamonds 0.45cts. Ring size 59 US 9. Excellent pre-owned
Category

Early 2000s French Modern Band Rings

Materials

White Gold

Zorab Gemstone Gold Cicada Ring
By Zorab Creation
Located in Troy, MI
Size 9; this ring can be sized. Cicada is 1.25 in. L (3.1 cm) .875 in. W (2.2 cm)
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Chalcedony, Diamond, Ruby, Tsavorite, 18k Gold

Seventies Wide Diamond Band
Located in Litchfield, CT
completes the story. Excellent condition. Remark: “Sometimes it's all about the diamonds!” SIZE: Ring
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow 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.