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925 Sterling Silver Natural Emerald Womens Solitaire Ring, Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
One round cut 3.75mm (0.15" inches) Vibrant Emerald set in this Solid Sterling Silver modern
Category

2010s British Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, Sterling Silver

IGI Platinum 0.22 ct Colombia Emerald Antique Art Deco Style Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
white gold pave' band with FG VS baguette and round diamond weighing 0.12 ct. The beautiful Colombia
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Gold, Platinum, White Gold

IGI Platinum 0.61 ct Colombia Emerald Antique Art Deco Style Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
white gold pave' band with FG VS baguette and round diamond weighing 0.37 ct. The beautiful Colombia
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, Platinum

IGI Platinum 0.59 ct Colombia Emerald Antique Art Deco Style Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
white gold pave' band with FG VS baguette and round diamond weighing 0.55 ct. The beautiful Colombia
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, Platinum

1.06ct Baguette Round Diamond Double Halo Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
centerpiece is an intricate double halo of approx. 0.48ct natural round-cut diamonds, meticulously set to
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified 11.22 Carat Green Tourmaline and Diamond Platinum Filigree Ring
Located in Miami, FL
emerald-cut green tourmaline, is set on a platinum 900 band. The 10 0.25 CTTW prong set round-cut diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum

Estate Modernistic Aquamarine and Diamond Ring in White Gold
Located in Wailea, HI
that will take your breath away. This stunning ring features a large emerald-cut aquamarine gemstone
Category

Late 20th Century Modernist Fashion Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold

Vintage 0.90ct Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
sapphire and set into platinum are ten sparkling round brilliant diamonds with an additional two down each
Category

Vintage 1950s British Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Ruby and diamond art deco trilogy engagement ring platinum
By Unbranded
Located in London, GB
ruby and old cut diamonds in platinum. Round brilliant diamond total weight 0.76ct G colour VS1 clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Blue Topaz and Diamond Pave Cocktail Ring in Platinum, 10.51 Carats
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous platinum ring features a large, 10.51 carat, emerald-cut blue topaz with beautiful
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Platinum

AGL Cert 5.21 Carat Colombian Emerald East-West 18K Gold Unisex Ring
Located in Miami, FL
tapered diamond shank. A bold unisex statement ring featuring with a vivid green 5.21 carat emerald-cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

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

5ct IGI Certified Natural Colombian Emerald Halo Engagement Ring in 950 Platinum
Located in Jaipur, RJ
round and tapered baguette-cut diamonds totaling approx. 1.05ct (H color, VS–SI clarity), this piece
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Platinum

0.70 Carat Cabochon Emerald Bezel Set 14K Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
0.70 carat emerald cabochon cut with diamond accents in 14K yellow gold bezel setting and rope
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

1.80 Carat Oval Emerald 3 Stone Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Green Carat: 1.80 Carats (total) Side Stones Details: Type: Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Quantity: 4
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Glamorously Handmade 1.85ct Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
round brilliant-cut natural diamonds with a G color grade and VS clarity, adding an enchanting sparkle
Category

2010s Singaporean Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Taurus Zodiac Cuff Bracelet with Diamonds Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
Taurus figure is sculpted en relief. It is decorated with hand cut banded green agate while the horns
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Emerald, Quartz, 18k Gold, White Gold

VR Jewels Vintage Inspired Natural Ruby and Diamond Halo Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling about 0.2 carats. The stones are securely set in 14K yellow gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hancocks 14.17ct Aquamarine Ruby And Diamond Cocktail Ring Contemporary
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
An aquamarine cocktail ring by Hancocks, centred with a beautiful emerald-cut aquamarine weighing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Platinum

Victorian Ruby Sapphire and Diamond Double Snake Ring
Located in London, GB
on either side and accentuated by a round faceted old European cut diamond. The ring is excellently
Category

Antique 19th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Aries Zodiac Cuff Bracelet with Diamonds Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
banded agate stone (both are varieties of chalcedony). The eye features a faceted marquise shape emerald
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Emerald, Jasper, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K White Gold 1.25ct Diamond Square Link Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This piece sets its 1.05-carat emerald-cut diamond center stone apart with intention. Four claw
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Yellow Gold 1.80ct Diamond Oval Link Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
-cut diamond, vertically set on prongs and surrounded by a double halo of round diamonds that total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K YG Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring Size 6 #15460
Located in Washington Depot, CT
band features ten emerald cut pink sapphires and ten round brilliant cut diamonds set in classic 18K
Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pink sapphire and diamond solitaire engagement ring 18ct white gold
Located in London, GB
diamond double band engagement ring in 18ct white gold. Pink sapphire emerald cut natural gemstone total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA 3.45 Ct 18K White Gold Natural No Oiled Emerald Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
Shape: Emerald Cut Weight: 3.45 Carat Color: Blue Green Side Stone Variety: Natural Diamonds Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

47.81 Carat Lemon Topaz and Diamond Cluster Cocktail Ring in Victorian Style
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
transparent solitaire emerald-cut citrine set in double-eagle prongs is the cocktail ring’s glory and is even
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Silver

Antique German Ring Emerald Diamond solid 14K Yellow Gold Ø 6.75US / 3gr
Located in SE
5 mm deep. Emerald is oval cut 3 mm x 2.5 mm x 1.5 mm deep / ca. 0.15ct . There are 14 Diamonds of
Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

Exceptional 45 CARAT Emerald Brilliant Ring AAA+ Value estimated 120.000.-Euro
Located in Viena, Viena
, the ring band consisting of drop-shaped ornaments set with small very fine round-faceted emeralds
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sapphire and Diamond Cluster 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
set to its centre with a round cut sapphire of 4.40 carats The striking centre stone sapphire is a
Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Engagement Rings

Materials

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

12.89 Carat Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold
Located in London, GB
side of it: a baguette-cut diamond, with two round brilliant diamonds placed above and below the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Gaetano Chiavetta Sapphire and Diamond Double Snake Ring
Located in London, GB
a gold snake design set with rubies, diamonds, and an emerald for her engagement ring; a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Carved Citrine and Diamond Dome Ring
Located in Nantucket, MA
A carved oval citrine gemstone with a flower design, bordered with round, pave`-set diamonds. Set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Antique Austrian Set natural 12 ctw. Emerald Seed Pearls Gilt Silver / 55.7gr
Located in SE
their weight is difficult to determine using the formulas for diamonds with a contemporary cut
Category

Vintage 1920s Austrian Renaissance Revival Link Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver

4.97 Carat Oval Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
diamonds, prong set, in a scintillating flower halo totaling .80 carats, all atop a slim, slightly rounded
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Ruby, 14k Gold, Wh...

9K Rose Gold Natural Amethyst and Opal Womens Band Ring, Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
cuts measuring 5x4mm (0.20"x0.16" inches) and two round cut measuring 3.75mm (0.15" inches). As each
Category

2010s British Victorian Bridal Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Opal, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Ring Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
emerald cut diamond flanked by two round brilliant cut diamonds. The center diamond is four-prong set, and
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

IGI 14k 3.65 ct Rarest No Oiled Emerald Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
a pave design band. The band includes 0.37 carats of natural FG VS diamonds and 0.18 ct mixed
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Gin and Grace 10K White Gold Genuine Aquamarine Ring with Diamonds for women
Located in New York, NY
Diamond cut: Round-cut Diamond measurements: 1 mm Diamond weight: 0.16 carat Color: G-H Clarity: I1-I2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold

5.13 Carat Cushion Green Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
total of 50 scintillating round brilliant cut diamonds frame this center stone sapphire in a dazzling
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 14k Gold, Whi...

18KT White Gold Sapphire and Diamond Wrap Ring
Located in New York, NY
, paired with a sparkling emerald-cut diamond and a band adorned with round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Onyx and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
. This 14ct white gold piece features a single round faceted old European cut diamond in a fine milgrain
Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified Huge Colombian Emerald Cabochon Cocktail Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
to Semi-Transparent Accent Diamonds: 22 Round Cut 1.27 carats total ; Color H - I, Clarity VS2 - SI1
Category

Vintage 1970s Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat White Gold 5.13 Carat Diamond, Sapphire, and Crystal Fashion Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
blue sapphire and crystal mix concept ring is mesmerizing. The solitaire emerald cut sapphire in the
Category

2010s Indian Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

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

IGI 18k 2.21 Ct Emerald&Tsavorite Antique Art Deco Style Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
: IGI 41J9049323 Side Stone Variety: Natural Diamond Shape: Round Brilliant Cut Weight: 0.14 Carat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Natural Ruby and Double Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Gemstones: Ruby and Diamonds Ruby Count: 11 Ruby Cuts: Emerald and Trapezoid Ruby Total Carat Weight: 1.11
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Nordic Dangle Earrings 9.5 ctw Emerald solid 18K Gold /3.4gr
Located in SE
A pair of Danish earrings in solid 18K Gold with natural cabochon cut Emeralds, a bit off-shaped
Category

Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

Tiffany Co. 0.47ct Diamond ‘Soleste’ Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in London, GB
the band. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Emerald Cut Carat Weight: 0.47 Colour: F Clarity: VS1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Aquamarine, Diamond and Blue Sapphire Cocktail Ring
Located in Nantucket, MA
center with a flower motif. The aquamarine is 11.90 carats. It is bordered with round, brilliant cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

18 Karat White Gold 7.16 Carat Bi-Color Tourmaline and Diamond Cluster Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
merged band with pave set round diamonds halfway through the band magnifies the ring’s radiance, making
Category

2010s Indian Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Ring 0.85ct Emerald solid 18K Yellow Gold Ø US7 / 3.7gr
Located in SE
Elegant vintage Emerald Ring, the carved band in solid 18ct Yellow Gold + bezel set natural emerald
Category

Vintage 1950s European Retro Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

Platinum 1.74ct Diamond Ring MF31-1017245
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
in Platinum, it includes Emerald cut Diamonds totaling 1.28 carats and round-cut Diamond accents
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Peridot and Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring with Milgrain Set in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
: 3.50 carats Peridot Color: Green Diamond Count: 30 Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Diamond Total Carat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Peridot, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Blue Topaz and Diamond Art Deco Style Three Stone Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This beautiful ring showcases a trio of cool 2.60 carat (approx.) emerald cut sky blue topaz
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1940s Retro Amethyst Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
in a classic 4-prong setting. The wide 18K yellow gold band is accented with four round diamonds
Category

Vintage 1940s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 2.15 Carat Burma Octagonal Ruby Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Rare and unusual elongated emerald cut natural Burma, Myanmar, ruby and diamond ring. The center
Category

Late 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Art Deco Style GIA D-Colored Diamond and Sapphire Target Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in London, England
with four round brilliant cut diamonds which flow round to a 2.5 millimetre yellow gold band. Due to
Category

2010s British Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Old Combination Ring Sapphire Ruby Emerald solid 18K Gold Size Ø 6.75US / 7.45gr
Located in SE
customs hallmarks confirming 18K. Main - frame double banded ring with two rows of 16 natural Diamonds
Category

Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold

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Emerald Cut And Round Cut Diamond Band For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact emerald cut and round cut diamond band you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold. For this particular piece, 1 Carat and 1.5 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. An emerald cut and round cut diamond band from Georgios Collections Inc, GEMME and Diamond Scene — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Today, if you’re looking for an emerald cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and round cut alternatives. Most of our emerald cut and round cut diamond band for sale are for women, but there are 1 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Emerald Cut And Round Cut Diamond Band?

Prices for an emerald cut and round cut diamond band can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $960 and can go as high as $22,450, while this accessory, on average, fetches $6,660.

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.