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Oval Emerald Ring With Diamond Halo Setting 6.24 Carats 18K Gold
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Emerald = 4.15
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

NO RESERVE - IGI 9.67ct Emerald 0.55ct Diamonds Halo, 18kt White Gold Ring
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
*In Hong Kong and the USA the VAT is 0%. Ring can be sized free of charge prior to shipping out
Category

2010s Israeli Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cabochon Emerald with Ruby Diamond Onyx Halo Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K White Gold Total weight: 6.50 g. (approx. total weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

IGI 14K 18.18 ct Dual-Color Kunzite&Emeralds Art Deco Cocktail Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*IGI 14K 18.18 ct Dual-Color Kunzite&Emeralds Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring* Natural intense
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, Kunzite, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold

18k Ring Rose Gold Ring Diamond Ring Emerald Ring Emerald Oval Ring Gold
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
18k Ring Rose Gold Ring Diamond Ring Emerald Ring Emerald Oval Ring Gold Fancy Ring This
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold

$1 No Reserve! Igi 1.16ct Emerald 0.28ct Diamonds Halo, 14kt Yellow Gold Ring
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
*In Hong Kong and the USA the VAT is 0%. Ring can be sized free of charge prior to shipping out
Category

2010s Israeli Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

$1 No Reserve! 1.32 Carat Emerald 0.30ct Diamonds Halo, 14k White Gold Ring
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Ring can be sized free of charge prior to shipping out. Center Stone: ___________ Natural Emerald
Category

2010s Israeli Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

*NRP* IGI 18k 3.01ct Emerald&Sapphires Antique Art Deco Style Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
**IGI 18K White Gold 3.01 ct Emerald&Sapphires Antique Art Deco Style Engagement Ring** An IGI
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

IGI 14k 2.76 Ct Emerald&Tsavorite Antique Art Deco Style Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
**IGI 14K Rose Gold 2.76 ct Emerald&Tsavorites Antique Art Deco Style Engagement Ring** An IGI
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Tsavorite, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Diamond Emerald Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
that is surrounded by a double halo of glowing green calibrated emeralds and near colorless diamonds
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

*Sale*IGI 14k 7.93ct Emerald &Sapphires&Diamond Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
** One 14K 7.93 Ct Emerald&Sapphires⋄ Antique Art Deco Style Engagement Ring ** An IGI-Certified
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphir...

French Art Deco Onyx Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Art deco creations were hardly duplicated giving each geometric design creativity and uniqueness
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

**Sales**-IGI 14K 4.28 Ct Emerald Diamond Antique Art Deco Style Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
Beautiful 14 Karat pink gold engagement ring with a deep green 2.78 ct Oval Shape Emerald
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

French Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
been elegantly surrounded by a halo of near colorless diamonds. Hand crafted in platinum. Ring size
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

J. Birnbach GIA Certified 2.28 Carat D SI1 Emerald Cut Deco Style Diamond Ring
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
ring’s Art Deco-inspired aesthetic. The combination of the dazzling emerald cut center stone and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Art Deco Tourmaline and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
halo of shimmering, bright white diamonds. The stones are set in platinum and the rest of the ring is
Category

Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold

EDR Certified 1.10 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond and Ruby Halo Ring, circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
Despite its evocative Art Deco design, this beautiful and highly-detailed diamond and ruby ring
Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This ring is gorgeous and holds an inky but sapphire at the centre of a halo of sparkling diamonds
Category

Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

8.9 Ct Zambian Emerald Art Deco Ring with Rose Cut Diamonds in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
sophistication. Let this art deco emerald ring be the crowning jewel of your collection, a true testament to your
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Art Deco Tourmaline and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The 1.2carat tourmaline in this ring is a deep delicious green colour and is perfectly complimented
Category

Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold

1.80 Carat Diamond Emerald Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
forrest green emeralds. Hand crafted in platinum. Ring size 6-1/2 and may be resized.
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Art Deco 1.40 Carat Diamond and Ruby Seven Stone Ring, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
This showpiece cocktail ring comes to us from the Art Deco period. Seven, rub over set, 0.20 carat
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Art Deco Diamond and Ruby Platinum Ring, circa 1920s
Located in Addison, TX
This striking Art Deco ring is crafted in platinum and dates back to the 1920's. The center is a
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

0.67ct Antique Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, Double Halo, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
: Platinum Stone: Diamond, Emerald Stone Cut: Antique Cushion Cut Style: Art Deco Total Weight: 4.08 Grams
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

21st Century Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This stunning emerald and diamond cocktail ring crafted in 18-karat white gold. Centered is an
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Edwardian Emerald and Diamond 18 Carat Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Cluster rings are so wearable and timeless. This particular cluster holds a bright gorgeous emerald
Category

Vintage 1910s British Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

1.10 Carat Diamond Sapphire Halo Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A harmonious creation of tradition, color and design. Featuring a 1.10 carat emerald cut diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Antique Art Deco Platinum 3.68ctw GIA Asscher Diamond Sapphire Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
platinum during the art deco period. This ring features a stunning, GIA certified, asscher cut (square
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Style Diamond and Sapphire Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
diamond is haloed by french cut sapphires as well as french cut tsavorite garnets in an Art Deco inspired
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Round Shape Genuine Colombian Emerald 14 Karat Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
carats of natural white diamonds in halo engagement ring. Setting 14 Karat white gold. 0.83 CTS ROUND
Category

2010s Colombian Art Deco More Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

The One Emerald Aquamarine with Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum
Located in Bangkok, TH
A gorgeous blue emerald Aquamarine is presented in classic Art Deco style. The glorious gemstone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

No Reserve!, VS1 1.45cttw Fancy Diamond Halo, 14k White Gold Ring
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
** In Hong Kong and the USA the VAT is 0%. Ring can be resized free of charge prior to shipping out
Category

2010s Israeli Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K Yellow Gold Halo Cushion 1.43 Carat Green Tourmaline Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Green Tourmaline Halo Diamond Engagement Ring Handmade in 14K Yellow Gold With a Vintage Twist. There is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified Art Deco Old European Rubies Diamond Double Prong Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
A gorgeous GIA diamond and ruby halo engagement ring setting! This unique ring was inspired by the
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

1.4 Carat 14 Karat Rose Gold Oval Cut Green Emerald Gatsby Style Engagement Ring
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Emerald Engagement Ring, Rose Gold Diamond Engagement Ring, Vintage Emerald Halo Ring, Gatsby
Category

2010s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold

NO RESERVE - 1.17 Cttw Fancy Diamond Halo, 14 Karat White Gold Ring
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Today we are offering this amazing ring featuring a center 1.02 carat fancy diamond and 0.15 total
Category

2010s Israeli Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Pear Cut Colombian Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
vintage emerald and diamond ring. Centered by a vivid green pear-shaped emerald, this natural beryl
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Certified 12 Carat Pear Shape Emerald Carving Cocktail 18K Ring With Diamond
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
round rosecuts diamonds, totalling 2.18 carats, which add a sparkling halo that enhances the ring
Category

2010s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

IGI 14K 8.25 ct Kunzite&Diamond Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*IGI 14K 8.25 ct Kunzite&Diamonds Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring* Natural intense purplish pink
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Kunzite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

$1 NO RESERVE! - 1.73 Cttw Fancy Diamond Halo, 14 Karat White Gold Ring
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Today we are offering this amazing ring featuring a center 1.53 carat fancy diamond and 0.20 total
Category

2010s Israeli Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

*NRP*IGI 14K 8.15 ct Kunzite&Diamond Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*IGI 14K 8.15 ct Kunzite&Diamonds Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring* Natural intense purplish pink
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Kunzite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

IGI 14K 2.50 ct Tanzanite&Pink Diamond Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*14K 2.50 ct Tanzanite&Pink Diamond Antique Art Deco Style Engagement Ring* Natural intense bluish
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Illusion Set with Ruby Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K White Gold Total weight: 4.81 g. (approx. total weight) Ring size: US 7
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

5.50 Carat Diamond and Sapphire Modern "Toi et Moi" Art Deco Style 18k Gold Ring
Located in Tustin, CA
Dazzling Art Deco style, large and showy, 18 karat white gold "Toi et Moi" cocktail or engagement
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

IGI 3.86 Ct 14K White Gold Colombia Color Emerald&Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*IGI 3.86 Ct 14K White Gold Emerald Engagement Ring* This stunning ring features a 3.86 ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

IGI 14K 21.71 ct Kunzite&Diamond Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*IGI 14K 21.71 ct Kunzite&Diamonds Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring* Natural intense purplish pink
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Kunzite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.76 Carat Emerald and 1.40 Carat Diamond, 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
1980s Emerald Ring - 18 Karat White Gold, Emerald, Diamonds Features: 1.76 carat Emerald cut
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

IGI 14K 2.56 ct Tanzanite&Pink Diamond Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*IGI 14K 2.56 ct Tanzanite&Pink Diamond Antique Art Deco Style Engagement Ring* The natural intense
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

1 Carat Emerald and 0.25 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring, circa 1990s
Located in Hicksville, NY
Setting with an 18 karat Yellow Gold Accent. This gorgeous ring has an Art Deco-Inspired Design. The Head
Category

1990s Unknown Modern More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

18 Karat White Gold 3.41 Carat Natural Emerald and Diamond Cluster Band Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
magnificent vibrant green emerald and diamond double cluster art-deco contemporary ring is fabulous. The
Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

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

*NRP*IGI 14K 2.98 ct Tanzanite&Pink Diamond Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*IGI 14K 2.98 ct Tanzanite&Pink Diamond Antique Art Deco Style Engagement Ring* IGI-certified
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

EG Lab Certified 2.62 Carat Emerald Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This art-deco cocktail ring is craftsmanship at its best. Featured is a 2.62 carat emerald cut blue
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

18K White Gold Diamond GIA Certified 7.50 Carat Blue Sapphire Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Designs Collection Beautiful Modern/Art Deco Emerald Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

4.13 Carat No-Heat Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Introducing our dainty and gorgeous, 4.13 Carat Sapphire Ring! It's a true beauty, carefully
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage 10.6 Carat Amethyst Diamond&Garnet Ring in 14 Karat Solid Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
, enveloped in an elegant halo of 0.31-carat vibrant green Emeralds, with delicate accents of 0.06-carat
Category

2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified 8.04 Carat Fancy Deep Yellow Natural Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
By Gad Co.
Located in Miami, FL
solid gold with a round cut diamond halo and ring shank. Completely open ring back. Item Details
Category

Late 20th Century North American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Imperial Jade Ring GIA Certified Untreated, circa 1950
Located in Northampton, MA
resides in a Midcentury setting with Art Deco lines. A halo of 16 round brilliant white eye-clean diamonds
Category

Vintage 1950s Hong Kong Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold

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Emerald Halo Ring Art Deco For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the emerald halo ring art deco you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Platinum, Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 30 antique edition and 33 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for an emerald halo ring art deco may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but 2 Carat and 2.5 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Finding an appealing emerald halo ring art deco — no matter the origin — is easy, but Beyond Fine Jewelry, FERRUCCI and Be.Jolie each produced a popular version that is worth a look. An emerald halo ring art deco can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 48 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. An emerald cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also oval cut and pear cut versions for sale. Finding an emerald halo ring art deco for sale for women should be easy, but there are 15 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Emerald Halo Ring Art Deco?

On average, an emerald halo ring art deco at 1stDibs sells for $8,678, while they’re typically $1,000 on the low end and $131,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

A Close Look at Art Deco Jewelry

Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.

The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.

However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)

While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.

Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.

A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.

Find unique Art Deco necklaces, earrings, bracelets and other 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.