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18K White Gold and Platinum Oval Sapphire Diamond Ring GIA Center, 3.53 Carat
Located in San Francisco, CA
diamonds set within six (6) Delicate prongs. Each prong contains five( 5) round diamond Pave set. Two rows
Category

1990s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Pomellato Opal and Diamond Ring
By Pomellato
Located in London, GB
principal stone is then flanked on either shoulder by two rows of bright white round brilliant cut diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal

Aquamarine Diamond Cocktail Ring, 19.4 Carat
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This stunning 18-karat yellow gold wide band ring showcases a magnificent 19.4-carat step-cut
Category

1990s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold

Diamond and Turquoise Blue Bombe Cluster/Cocktail ring in Bi-Metal 18 Carat Gold
Located in London, GB
A turquoise and diamond bombe ring with stylised toothed petal surround set in 18 carat yellow gold
Category

1990s British Retro Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold

Effy Pave Diamond Graduated X Band Ring in 14 Karat White and Rose Gold
By Effy
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 5 Wrap your finger in modern elegance with this stunning two-tone designer diamond band
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Set of 3 Diamond Eternity Milgrain Stacking Band Rings in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
diamond milgrain stacking rings. Meticulously crafted in lustrous 14 karat yellow gold, each ring exudes a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.45 Ct SI/HI Natural Diamond Laides Ring In 14K Solid White Gold Double Band
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This 2.45Ct SI Clarity HI Color Natural Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Wide Band Ring features the two
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K Yellow Gold Double Halo Diamond 2.65 Carat Oval Australian Black Opal Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
opal is surrounded by two rows of 40 beautiful round professionally prong set diamonds. The ring is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Wide Diamond Eternity Band Ring 3.50 carat total weight in 18k White Gold Size 7
Located in La Jolla, CA
Wide Diamond Eternity Band Ring 3.50 carat total weight in 18k White Gold Size 7 Natural Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14Kt Gold Swirl Engagement Ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Wedding Ring. Gold Half Eternity Ring. Pave Diamond Moissanites Two Row Ring. Stacked Diamond Moissanites
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14Kt Gold Swirl Engagement Ring
14Kt Gold Swirl Engagement Ring
$380 Sale Price / item
50% Off
Channel Set Diamond Bridal Wedding or Men s Unisex Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
This bold and sparkly channel set diamond bridal/wedding/unisex ring is made of 850 yellow gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

1.00 Carat Mens Channel Set Round Diamond Band Ring in Yellow and White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
tone gold finish. This masculine band ring features 5 bright white diamonds channel set in a single row
Category

20th Century Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Iconic 18k White Gold Ring with Pavé of Diamonds 3.97 and Cabochon Sapphire 6.24
Located in Bergamo, BG
: 18k white gold Design: Oval pavé center with two sapphire rows Diamonds: 3.97 carats total, brilliant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

14K Gold Pear Moissanite Swirl Engagement Ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Moissanite Double Band Wedding Ring. Gold Half Eternity Moissanite Ring. Pave Diamond Moissanites Two Row
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Vintage 9.5 Carat Pink Kunzite Diamond Cocktail Split Shank Ring in 18k Gold
By Gad Co.
Located in Miami, FL
natural diamonds. The two rows of diamonds also offer a two-tone color contrast to the yellow-gold setting
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Kunzite, 18k Gold

Cabochon Oval Cut Sapphire Double Halo Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
gold ring featuring a deep blue cabochon sapphire framed by two rows of brilliant-cut diamonds in an
Category

20th Century Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

10K White and Yellow Gold 1 1/10 Carat Channel-Set Diamond Bypass Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
diamonds and one row of round cut diamonds. From the edge of the band two yellow gold ribbons emerge and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 10k Gold

Rachel Koen 18 Karat White Gold Round Cut Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring 1.13 Carat
Located in New York, NY
an outline of round brilliant diamonds. The two-row diamond-studded shank of this ring and 2-tone
Category

2010s American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Purple Pink Rose Sapphire Diamond Bezel Eternity Band 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
By Galt Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
colorful Interpretations in a triple row eternity band structure. 18 Karat Rose Gold Genuine Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Padparadscha Sapphire...

Natural Argyle Pink Diamond Platinum Band Ring
By HYT Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This delicate Platinum ring band features two rows of lustrous Argyle Pink Diamonds at the
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

Red Ruby Orange Yellow Sapphire Diamond Eternity Band 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By Galt Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
colorful Interpretations in a triple row eternity band structure. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Genuine Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Aesthetic Movement Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yello...

14 Karat Yellow Gold Square Cut .45 Carat Ruby and Round Diamond Fashion Ring
Located in Milford, DE
each) set between two rows of eleven 1.3mm round diamonds. All set on 14K gold band. US Size 6
Category

Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Art Deco 1.80 Carat Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
a geometric face. Surrounding this focal stone are two rows of round faceted old cut diamonds with
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Art Deco Round-cut Ruby Tapered Baguette Diamond Ring in 20K Yellow Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our Vintage Art Deco Round-cut Ruby Tapered Baguette Diamond Ring in 20K Yellow Gold, a
Category

20th Century Hong Kong Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

4.32 Carat Emerald Cut Tanzanite Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
diamonds. Flanking the center stone are two rows of brilliant cut 84-round diamonds, weighing 1.47 carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Diamond Eternity Ring, French, circa 1975
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier diamond eternity ring. Set with seventy two round brilliant cut diamonds in open back grain
Category

Vintage 1970s French Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

14K White Gold Diamond Band
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
diamonds arranged in two stacked rows, totaling 2.18 carats. With J-K color and SI-1 clarity, the diamonds
Category

Vintage 1970s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 14K Gold Flower Filigree Ring
Located in Venice, CA
This 14k gold vintage ring features two rows of flowers that connect to create an open filigree
Category

1990s Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Multi Cut Diamond and Emerald Cut Sapphire Dome Ring
Located in New York, NY
Multi Cut Diamond and Emerald Cut Sapphire Dome Ring Description: A bold and elegant 18 karat
Category

20th Century Unknown Retro Dome Rings

Materials

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

7.356 carat Pear-Shaped Tanzanite Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
D-Block Tanzanite: A Stunning Diamond Ring This ring highlights the unique beauty of a 7.356-carat
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Modern Band Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
back but in the front splits into two rows of diamonds alternating between a large diamond and three
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Substantial 1970 s Cocktail Ring w/15ct Amethyst 3cts of Diamonds in 18K Gold
Located in Palm Beach, FL
cut amethyst set in 18k yellow gold, surrounded by two rows of high quality brilliant cut and emerald
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold

18KT White Gold Round Baguette Diamond Band
Located in New York, NY
baguettes for crisp linear symmetry, framed by two outer rows of round diamonds that add fire and brilliance
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Emerald Diamond Cocktail Ring Dome Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The emerald and diamond ring features an oval cut emerald (1.55 carats) surrounded by a double
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

1.28 Carat Center Pear Shape Diamond Ring 14K White Gold 3 Prongs Si2 Clarity
Located in Aventura, FL
3 prongs, accented round brilliant cut diamonds on the shoulder and two rows framing the center
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Augustine Jewels Rubellite Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Augustine Jewels. We created a bespoke design with two rows of glittering white diamonds, set in 9ct white
Category

2010s British Bridal Rings

Materials

Rubelite, 9k Gold

Victorian 1.66 CTW Emerald Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Bypass Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring two old European cut diamonds flanking an emerald - set in a row via talon prongs
Category

Antique 1880s Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Van Cleef Arpels Sapphire Cabochon and Diamond Ring, 18k
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in New York, NY
brilliant-cut diamonds over a row of calibre-cut sapphires supported with two rows of diamonds. The ring is
Category

20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Rossella Ugolini Platinum White Diamonds Green Tourmaline Cocktail Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
heritage. This Platinum ring, adorned with 0.20 karat White Diamonds, showcases a captivating blend of
Category

2010s Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Rock Crystal, White Diamond, Diamond, Crystal, Agate, Gold, ...

Natural Ruby Diamond Halo Ring in 18k Yellow Gold, With GIA Gem Report. 2.42 CT.
Located in Honolulu, HI
gold and the sides of the ring are set with one row of cushion shape cabochon cut rubies flanked by two
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Fancy Yellow, White and Black Diamond Flower Ring
Located in Honolulu, HI
18K white gold flower diamonds ring is just stunning. The ring design features a flower design with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Edwardian Diamond Boat Dress Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
A stunning ring dating to the Edwardian era. There are two rows of graduating diamonds, starting in
Category

Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Sapphire and diamond cocktail ring, French, circa 1945.
Located in London, GB
Sapphire and diamond cocktail ring, French, circa 1945. A rose gold and platinum ring with heavy
Category

Vintage 1940s European Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Rose Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified 4.12 Carat Fancy Yellow VS1 Radiant Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
-inspired channel setting with baguette diamond halo and double-row baguette cut diamond shoulders. Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Heart Shaped Engagement Ring with 0.50 ct of Diamonds
Located in Rome, IT
also flanked by two rows of 22 diamonds. Total diamonds n° 32 Total carat weight 0.50 ct. Total Weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique French Pearl Diamond and Enamel Adoration Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
is an enameled message expressing Adoration for an eternal love. Two rows of fine old-cut diamonds
Category

Antique 1870s Swiss Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

18k Yellow Gold Diamond Twist Band
Located in Great Neck, NY
two rows of diamonds being twisted around each other to create a beautiful variation to the classic
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring Band Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The emerald and diamond cocktail ring features a row of tapered baguette emeralds weighing a total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

18th Century Seven-Stone Rose Diamond Bow Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
The arrangement of the stones, with a center flanked by two rows of threes, first became popular
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Italian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Van Cleef Arpels Diamond Dress Ring, circa 1950
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in London, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels vintage diamond dress ring. Set with one hundred and ninety six round brilliant
Category

Vintage 1950s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Mark Broumand 1.85 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
-VS2. It features two rows of larger diamonds channel set in between rows of smaller sparkling diamonds
Category

2010s American Modern More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 18K Rope Ring, 0.25ct Emeralds 0.20ctw Diamonds, Size 6.25
Located in Miami, FL
central section is flanked by two diamond rows, anchored by a vertical emerald accent bar, offering
Category

Vintage 1970s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Vintage Sapphires and Diamonds Cocktail Ring, circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
tension set in the centre. Parallel on either side are two rows of diamonds which have a combined weight
Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

18ct White Gold Eternity/Wedding Ring, 0.56 Carats
Located in London, GB
A modern eternity or wedding band, set with two continuous rows of round brilliant-cut diamonds
Category

2010s Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Pinky Ring Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
2.05 carats. The two-tone 18 carat gold ring is one-of-a-kind. It was handmade in our own workshop in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Bvlgari b.Zero1 Diamond Rock Ring Size K 1/2 (51)
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
Bvlgari. This is the two band model crafted from 18ct yellow gold with a row of round brilliant cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mark Broumand 2.90 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. It showcases two rows of larger round brilliant cut diamonds accented by smaller diamonds both in
Category

2010s American Modern More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

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Gold Two Row Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact gold two row diamond ring you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 28 vintage editions and 64 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect gold two row diamond ring may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic gold two row diamond ring over the years, but those made by Beyond Fine Jewelry, Roman Malakov and TJD are often thought to be among the most beautiful. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also oval cut cut and asscher cut cut versions available here, too. Finding a gold two row diamond ring for sale for women should be easy, but there are 35 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Gold Two Row Diamond Ring?

On average, a gold two row diamond ring at 1stDibs sells for $3,360, while they’re typically $670 on the low end and $14,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.