Skip to main content

Filigree Diamond Ring Yellow

to
38
217
20
165
116
53
27
24
21
15
13
9
6
6
5
5
4
4
4
3
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
14
6
6
4
4
Sort By
GIA 1.53ct Round Bezel Filigree Flower Engraved 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this striking diamond ring features a captivating round diamond at its
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

GIA 1.01ct Cushion Chevron Halo Floral Filigree 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
charm and modern elegance, this diamond ring features a captivating cushion 1.01 center stone, set in a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

GIA 1.7ct Round Bezel Filigree Flower Engraved 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this striking diamond ring features a captivating round diamond at its
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

GIA 2.01ct Oval Chevron Halo Floral Filigree 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
charm and modern elegance, this diamond ring features a captivating oval 2.01 center stone, set in a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

GIA 2.20ct Oval Chevron Halo Floral Filigree 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
charm and modern elegance, this diamond ring features a captivating oval 2.20 center stone, set in a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

GIA 2.01 Carat Round Filigree Scroll Cathedral 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this stunning diamond ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Yellow Diamond Filigree Dress Ring
By Jaipur Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Yellow Diamond Filigree Dress Ring. A stunningly beautiful dress ring featuring a yellow rose cut
Category

2010s Indian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 1.51 Carat Oval Halo Filigree Basket 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
diamond ring, a true testament to artistry and elegance. Featuring a center stone of oval diamond at 1.51
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 1.01 Carat Oval Halo Filigree Basket 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
diamond ring, a true testament to artistry and elegance. Featuring a center stone of oval diamond at 1.01
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

GIA 1.31 Carat Halo Emerald Filigree Split Shank 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Radiating timeless elegance and sophistication, This exquisite diamond ring features a captivating
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

AGL Certified 0.97 Carat Yellow Sapphire Diamond Gold Milgrain Filigree Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Art Deco Revival Round Milgrain Filigree Ring The ring is 18K White Gold The Center Stone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

AGL Certified 1.05 Carat Yellow Sapphire Diamond Gold Milgrain Filigree Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Art Deco Revival Round Halo Milgrain Filigree Ring The ring is 18K White Gold The Center
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified 1.51 Carat Emerald Halo Filigree Basket Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
yellow gold, the ring boasts a delicate basket setting adorned with filigree and openwork details along
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 1.5 Carat Emerald Halo Filigree Basket Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring showcases a remarkable emerald I VS2 1.5
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 1.35 Carat Round Halo Dome Filigree Trellis Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a captivating centerpiece of a round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 2.2 Carat Halo Round Filigree Split Shank Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Radiating sophistication, this striking diamond ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Filigree Diamond Band Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Hand Crafted diamond Band ring is set with 45 diamonds which totals to 0.45 carat weight. Our one
Category

2010s American Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Filigree Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 14KT Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Cut Style: Filigree Sapphire and Diamond Ring Sizable upon request.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco-Style Marquise Yellow Diamond Filigree Ring
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco-Style Marquise Yellow Diamond Filigree Ring Description: This elegant 18k white gold ring
Category

20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 1...

18 Carat Yellow Gold Diamond Filigree Ring
By Esther Eyre
Located in London, GB
Breath-taking filigree ring in 18 carat yellow gold with diamond brilliants. Please note this item
Category

2010s British Baroque Revival Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Large Yellow Diamonds Ring 18 Karat Gold Diamond Cluster filigree
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Designer Filigree Yellow Diamond Ring. Real 14k Rose Gold approx weight 12.1 grams. Natural Yellow
Category

2010s Thai Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Yellow and White Gold Diamond Filigree Motif Ring
Located in New York, NY
Antique yellow and white gold filigree motif ring set with 0.32tcw of sparkling diamonds. The ring
Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold

14K Yellow Gold Diamond Vintage Style Filigree Dinner Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
solitaire diamond, add a refined contrast, perfectly complementing the filigree artistry. A true masterpiece
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

14K Yellow Gold Diamond Vintage Style Filigree Dinner Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
: Solid 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: US 3-8 Total Gemstones Weight: 0.48 carat. (approx.) Total Gram Weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

14k Yellow Gold Aquamarine An Diamond Filigree "V" Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
14k yellow gold ring. This stylized filigree "v" style ring is bezel set at the point with a pear
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Three Stone Diamond Filigree Ring
Located in Big Bend, WI
14K Yellow gold filigree ring with three diamonds set in white gold. The diamonds are round
Category

Vintage 1940s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1920s 14k Yellow Gold and Platinum Filigree Diamond Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
1920s 14k Yellow Gold and Platinum Filigree Diamond Ring - 14k yellow gold and platinum - .40 ct
Category

Vintage 1920s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage Filigree Dome Diamond Cocktail Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Count: 9 diamonds including brilliant cut
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Yellow Gold Three-Stone Diamond Filigree Engagement Ring
Located in Addison, TX
Florescence - None Ring Details: Finger size - 9 Material - Yellow Gold Purity - 14k Weight- 4.5 grams
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.90 Carat Diamond Carved Filigree Design Three-Stone Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Carved Filigree Leaf & Flower Design. The ring is 18K White & Yellow Gold. The 3 Diamonds are Round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

9K Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Vintage Style Filigree Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
An ode to elegance, this vintage-style filigree ring showcases three vertically set emeralds, their
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

Blue Sapphire Diamond Vintage Style Filigree 14K Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
The ring is gently domed, complete with filigree on every surface, set with diamond accent and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Brown Diamond Platinum Filigree Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
This ring features two brown diamonds, weighing approximately 3.5 carats, of differing colors, one
Category

Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Brown Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum

Antique 14k Yellow Gold Filigree Ring Diamond Cluster Center - Size 7.25
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This exquisite cluster ring showcases a captivating arrangement of diamonds set in 14k yellow gold
Category

20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Compass Filigree Halo 14K Yellow Gold Statement Symbol Ring
By Galt Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
distinctive ring for those who appreciate detailed artistry and shimmering accents. 14K Yellow Gold. 0.32 CTW
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Fancy Pale Yellow Diamond Solitaire and Filigree Ring
Located in Denver, CO
An Old European cut fancy pale yellow diamond measuring approximately 0.50 carats, Q color VS
Category

Mid-20th Century Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Style Diamond Floral Diamond Shape Filigree 14K Yellow Gold Fleur Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Vintage design feminine ring of 14k yellow gold with white rhodium to highlight the diamonds. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium

GIA Certified 6.06 Carat Intense Yellow Pear Diamond Filigree Engagement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Filigree Shank and Pear Cut Diamond Side Stones. Details: Item Type: Engagement Ring Metal: 18K Yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Diamond Cluster Floral Leaves Filigree Vintage Style Yellow White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Floral and leaves openwork ring in two tone gold. Featured with twenty-four diamonds in bead
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

EGL Certified 1.10 Carat Roung Diamond Yellow Gold Filigree Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1930's EGL Certified 1.10cts. diamond engagement ring, a dazzling embodiment of timeless elegance
Category

Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Black Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Filigree Ring Band
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold Filigree Band Ring set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Band Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Sapphire Diamond Vintage Style Filigree 14K Yellow Gold Shield Ring
Located in Oakton, VA
total to 0.21 carats set on yellow gold floral openwork setting. The ring features millgrain detail to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Yellow Gold Diamond Art Deco Solitaire Engagement Ring - 14k Vintage Filigree
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Cut: Single Stone
Category

Vintage 1920s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Hand-Crafted 14 Karat Yellow Gold Filigree Ring
By I. Reiss
Located in Great Neck, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Matte-Finished Hand-Crafted Filigree Ring, Accented with 0.05 Carats of Bezel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handcrafted 14 Karat Yellow Gold Hammered Filigree Ring
By I. Reiss
Located in Great Neck, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Hand-Crafted Matte and Hammer-Finish Scallop-Edged Filigree Ring, Accented
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire Diamond Filigree Three Stone Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
This Natural Blue Sapphire and Diamond Filigree Three Stone Ring showcases three stunning deep blue
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Rare Vintage Van Cleef Arpels Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Flower Filigree Ring
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Flower Filigree Ring. A stunning vintage
Category

20th Century French Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Old European Diamond Filigree Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Old European Diamond Filigree Engagement Ring. This
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Stunning 2.31ct Blue Sapphire Natural Diamond Filigree Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
A bold yet refined statement, this sapphire and diamond ring captures timeless elegance with a
Category

2010s Singaporean Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

9K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Vintage Style Filigree Three stone Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Yellow Gold Ring Size: US 3-8 Total Gemstones Weight: 0.58 carat. (approx.) Total Gram Weight: 3.02 g
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Filigree Diamond Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Custom Material: 14K yellow gold Diamond: round brilliant cut = 0.24cttw Color: G
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Old Cut Diamond Filigree Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Old Cut Diamond Filigree Engagement Ring. This beautiful
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

.30ct Natural Diamonds Filigree Curling Ring 14kt
Located in New York, NY
Classic Filigree .30ct Natural Round Cut Diamonds. Vs-2 clarity H color. 14kt yellow gold
Category

2010s American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Sapphire Diamond Vintage Style Filigree 14K White Yellow TwoTone Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
A delightful Victorian style blue sapphire and diamond filigree ring. The three mixed shape blue
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Alex Jona White Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Filigree Tress Ring Band
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold filigree tress band ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Emerald and Diamond Rhombus Filigree Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Add a delicate and unique aesthetic to your hand with this ring by GEMMA FILIGREE. Our antique
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona White Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Filigree Tress Ring Band
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold filigree tress band ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

  • 1
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Filigree Diamond Ring Yellow", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Filigree Diamond Ring Yellow For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate filigree diamond ring yellow for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Yellow Gold and 14k Gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 80 antique edition and 54 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a filigree diamond ring yellow from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a filigree diamond ring yellow has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Baume, Beyond Fine Jewelry and Buccellati are consistently popular. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also old european cut cut and brilliant cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a filigree diamond ring yellow, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Filigree Diamond Ring Yellow?

Prices for a filigree diamond ring yellow can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $242 and can go as high as $140,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,990.

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 Filigree Diamond Ring Yellow
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    While diamonds signify love and devotion, a yellow diamond is meant to also signify knowledge, intellect and wisdom; it’s also seen as a hue of happiness and cheer. Receiving a yellow diamond engagement ring still signifies everlasting love much like a clear diamond, but it also is meant to bring an element of happiness and certainty—this is what makes it a popular diamond color for engagement rings. You’ll find a variety of yellow diamonds from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.