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Victorian Emerald and Diamond Five-Stone Ring
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Made of 18 karat yellow gold, this ring builds on the classic three stone style and continues
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Antique Early 1900s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18KT White Gold Diamond 5 Stone Band Ring
Located in McLeansville, NC
An 18 karat white gold five stone diamond band. This ring features five prong set round brilliant
Category

Early 2000s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Dated 1897 Hallmarked Five Stone Diamond and Emerald Antique Unisex Band Ring
Located in Addison, TX
center there is a five stone channel that holds diamond and emeralds. On the outsides are single cuts, in
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Antique 1890s Unknown Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Contemporary 1.82 Carat Diamond and White Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 1.82 carat diamond and 18k white gold five stone dress ring; part of our
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Early 2000s British Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

C1910 18Ct Edwardian Five Stone Diamond Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
English, Edwardian period, c1910, five stone diamond ring, also known as a half hoops, set a jour
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Victorian Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The sapphires in this 18ct gold five stone ring are a deep inky blue colour and in-between each
Category

Antique 1880s British Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

1.00 Carat Diamond Five-Stone Yellow Gold Half Eternity Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A contemporary 1.00 carat diamond, 18k yellow gold, 18k white gold set, five stone ring; part of
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Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Gypsy Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Set in this gypsy style ring are five diamonds measuring 35pts in total. The diamonds are bright
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

Vintage Five Stone Diamond Ring Set in 18k White Gold
Located in London, England
A beautiful diamond five stone half eternity ring set in 18k white gold. The ring is composed of
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Early 2000s British Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian five stone diamond ring, c.1880
Located in Firenze, IT
line of five graduated old brilliant-cut diamonds with rose-cut diamond points between, to a pierced
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Edwardian Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The two rubies in this five stone are a gorgeous red/pink and compliment the diamonds and the
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold

Victorian Diamond 1.50 Carat Five-Stone Gold and Silver Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
A stunning timeless diamond band ring set with five old mine cut shiny and sparkly Diamonds total
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Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Edwardian Opal, Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
each stone are pairs of rose cut diamond points. Modelled in 18ct gold. Ring Size: Q or 8 1/4 Band
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold

Edwardian Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Gypsy Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Set in this gypsy style ring are five diamonds measuring 40pts in total. The diamonds are bright
Category

Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Victorian Pearl and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
cut diamond points. This ring is modelled in 18carat gold. Ring Size: N or 6 3/4 Band Width: 6mm
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Antique 1880s British Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Antique Victorian 15k Yellow Gold Old European Cut Diamond Five Stone Band
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 15K Yellow Gold Old European Cut Diamond Five Stone Band. This
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Diamond Ruby 14 Karat Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Edwardian Diamond Ruby 14 Karat Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring. Featuring three diamonds with a
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Vintage 1910s American Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

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

Edwardian Diamond Ruby 14 Karat Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Edwardian Diamond Ruby 14 Karat Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring. Featuring three diamonds with a
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Vintage 1910s American Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

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

Late Victorian Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Late Victorian Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring. Featuring five old European and
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Antique 1890s English Late Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Five Stone 1.00Ctw. Diamond Gemlok Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By Gemlok
Located in Towson, MD
One 18 karat yellow gold band ring, bar set with five (5) round brilliant cut diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco 18K Yellow Gold Old Euro Diamond Five Stone Band
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 18K Yellow Gold Old Euro Diamond Five Stone Band. This amazing Art Deco
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Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Emerald Five Stone Band
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Emerald Five Stone Band. This beautiful ring
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Antique 1870s Late Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Five Stone Emerald Diamond 18 Carat Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
Our antique Victorian five stone ring, features a stunning trio of antique diamonds, flanked by a
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold

Edwardian Diamond Sapphire 18 Karat Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Edwardian Diamond Sapphire 18 Karat Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring. Featuring three old mine cut
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The Diamonds in this five stone ring are so bright and sparkly and total approx 25pts. The rubies
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Vintage 1960s British Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold

Edwardian Diamond and Opal 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
gold. Ring Size: O or 7 1/4 Band Width: 7mm Height Off Finger: 4mm Weight: 2.6g
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Edwardian Diamond Ruby 14 Karat Rose Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Edwardian Diamond Ruby 14 Karat Rose Gold Five Stone Ring. Featuring three old mine cut
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Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Five-Stone Rose Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
diamonds to a plain yellow gold band. Finger size: 8.5 Weight: 2.9 gr
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Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond

Platinum 1.10ct Diamond Five-Stone Ring MF15-112924
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Mark a milestone in your journey to forever with this five-stone ring as a gift. The band is
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

1920s Diamond Yellow Gold and White Gold Set Five-Stone Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diamond band ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with an 18k white gold setting. The pierced
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20th Century Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

Antique 1900s 0.72 Carat Diamond, 18k Yellow Gold, Five Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.72 carat diamond (total) 18k yellow gold five stone ring; part of
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco 14K White Gold Single Cut Diamond Five Stone Wedding Band
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 14K White Gold Single Cut Diamond Five Stone Wedding Band. This
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Victorian English 18K Yellow Gold Old Mine Cut Diamond Five Stone Band -
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian English 18K Yellow Gold Old Mine Cut Diamond Five Stone Band - GIA
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Old Cut Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Edwardian Old Cut Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring. Featuring five old European and
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Five-Stone Diamond Emerald Half Hoop Ring
Located in New York, NY
A bright Victorian emerald and Old Mine cut diamond half hoop five stone ring dating to about 1880
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Antique 1880s Unknown Late Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Natural Ruby and Diamond Five Stone Band - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Natural Ruby and Diamond Five Stone Band - GIA. This
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Five Stone Diamond 18 Karat Gold Half Hoop Ring
Located in New York, NY
An antique Victorian 18k gold five stone old mine diamond half hoop ring, circa 1870. The ring is
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Antique 1870s British Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Rachel Koen 18 Karat Yellow Gold Five-Stone Emerald and Diamond Wedding Band
Located in New York, NY
These gorgeous oval cut emeralds are prong set on the 18k yellow gold ring with sparkling diamonds
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2010s American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

Diamond Engagement Ring, Cathedral Ring, Emerald Cut Ring, 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
This stunningly beautiful cathedral set three stone emerald cut diamond engagement ring would make
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2010s American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Antique Diamond Sapphire 18 Karat Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Edwardian Antique Diamond Sapphire 18 Karat Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring. Featuring three old
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

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

Antique 2.52 Carat Diamond and 15k Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
stone diamond ring has been crafted in 15k yellow gold with a silver setting. The pierced decorated
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Gypsy Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The central ruby in this glossy 18ct gold band measures 8pts and is set in a star setting. The
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold

Antique Edwardian 16k Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
Stone: Sapphire 2.07TCW (0.51ct/0.85ct/0.71ct); Diamond 1.48TCW (0.79ct/0.69ct) Stone Grade: K-L SI2
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Antique Late 19th Century Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 15k Gold

18 Karat Gold 2.38 Carat Total Weight Old Mine Cut Diamond Five-Stone Band
Located in Cape May, NJ
Era: New Vintage Inspired Composition: 18K Yellow Gold Primary Stone: Five Old Mine Cut Diamonds
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2010s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

18ct Yellow Gold, Chester Hallmarked 1916, Sapphire Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
gold boat-shaped ring, boasting alternating sapphires and diamonds that are impeccably set flush into
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

LB Exclusive Platinum 1.0 Carat Diamond Five-Stone Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
relationship thrive and flourish. This platinum ring features a five-diamond centerpiece set on a platinum band
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum, White Gold

Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Old Mine Cut Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Old Mine Cut Diamond Five Stone Ring. This incredible
Category

Antique 1890s Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Pearl and Diamond 18 Carat Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The pearls in this five stone ring have a stunning sheen to them and to add that little sparkle
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Contemporary 1.60ct Diamond and 18k White Gold Five Stone / Half Eternity Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 1.60 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold five stone / half eternity ring
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Early 2000s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Antique 1.67Ct Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring Circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Edwardian 1.67 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold five stone ring
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Vintage 1910s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Art Deco English Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco English Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring. Featuring three round
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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

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

Platinum and Yellow Gold Diamond Eternity Five Millimeter Band
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Platinum and yellow gold diamond channel set eternity ring Diamonds weighing 0.60 carat Band width
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2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

1.30 Carat Sapphire 1.08 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
yellow gold ring; part of our diverse collection of five stone rings. This stunning, fine and impressive
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Vintage 1910s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Five Round Brilliant Diamond 14 Karat Two Tone Gold Vintage Wedding Band Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vintage diamond 5 stone wedding band crafted in 14 karat yellow and white gold. The band features 5
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Mid-20th Century Modern Band Rings

Materials

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

Victorian Gold and Five-Stone Opal Half Hoop Ring with Rose Diamond Accents
Located in New York, NY
An antique Victorian gold and opal half hoop ring comprising five opals with rose-cut diamond
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Antique 1890s Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

Antique Edwardian Diamond Ring c1905 5 Stone Band 18k Gold Jewelry Chester
Located in Torrance, CA
Antique Edwardian 5 stone diamond ring (circa 1905), crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. Five old
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

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

Victorian 2.10ct Sapphire and Diamond Five Stone Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
five stone ring. The central oval Sapphire is 1.20 carat with the two flanking stones 0.45 carat each
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

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Five Stone Diamond Ring Band Gold For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the piece of five stone diamond ring band gold you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 180 vintage or 78 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for an item from our selection of five stone diamond ring band gold may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th 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 .5 Carat and 1 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. A choice in our collection of five stone diamond ring band gold from Roman Malakov, Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc. and Hearts On Fire — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also old european cut cut and old mine cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an object in our assortment of five stone diamond ring band gold, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Five Stone Diamond Ring Band Gold?

The price for a piece of five stone diamond ring band gold starts at $360 and tops out at $41,457 with these rings, on average, selling for $2,101.

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.