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14k Gold Triple Row Diamond and Double Row Emerald and Sapphire Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
14k yellow gold ring. This gorgeous yellow ring is a triple row of round faceted, channel set
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

TJD 1.0 Carat Princess Cut Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Two Row Wedding Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This diamond studded ring will add an extra charm to your ring collection. Glitters with 12
Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

1.20 Carat Two-Row Diamond Wedding Band
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Two row wedding band consisting of 10 assher cut diamonds 1.20 carats FG color/VS clarity set in 14
Category

2010s American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Candy Cane 14K Yellow Gold Two Row Ruby and Diamond Baguette Right Hand Ring
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K yellow gold ring with two rows of alternating baguette cut diamonds and rubies. - Finger size
Category

1990s American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

TJD 2.0 Carat Brilliant Cut Diamond 14Karat White Gold Two Row Wedding Band Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful engagement band ring features shimmering brilliant cut round diamonds in prong
Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

TJD 1.0 Carat Round Baguette Diamond 14KT White Gold Two Row Wedding Band Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Honor your special day with this exceptional diamond band ring. This band ring features a sparkling
Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Three-Row Diamond Dome Ring
Located in Denver, CO
Three rows of pave set diamonds shimmer across the top half of this classic, gently domed band ring
Category

Mid-20th Century Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.50 Carat Natural Diamond Two Rows Ring Band G SI 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
1.50 Carat Natural Diamond Ring G SI 14K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Single Row Stackable Diamond Ring
By Rebecca Noff
Located in Toronto, ON
diamond band or as a wedding band. It features two rows of pavé set diamonds 18K rose gold 5mm mm wide
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Bezel Set Round Diamond Multi Row Eternity Band Ring in Two-Tone 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
rows of pavé-set white diamonds in white gold, adding a sparkling border that enhances the brilliance
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

TJD 0.75 Carat Round Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Two Row Wedding Band Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Hand crafted by our inhouse experts in 14kt white gold and studded beautifully with 26 brilliant
Category

2010s Indian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

14 Karat White Gold 9 Row Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K white gold Diamond: 80 round brilliant cut = 1.68cttw Color: H
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold 9 Row Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K white gold Diamond: 80 round brilliant cut = 1.68cttw Color: H
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

2.04 Carat Total Round Diamond Multi-Row Band Ring in Two-Tone 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 7.25 Radiate brilliance and sophistication with this exquisite diamond four-row band
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

18k Yellow Gold 4 Row Diamond Band Ring
By Avanti
Located in Carrollton, TX
An amazing 4 row, wide diamond band made in 18k yellow gold that will surely gains everyone's
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Multi-Row Pavé Diamond Semi-Eternity Wide Band Ring in Two-Tone 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 7 Elevate your style with this stunning multi-row pavé diamond band ring, where classic
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

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

1.50 Carat Natural Diamond Two Rows Ring Band G SI 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
1.50 Carat Natural Diamond Ring G SI 14K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14k White Gold 2 Row approx. 1.43ctw Diamond Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k White Gold 2 Row approx. 1.43ctw Diamond Ring This exquisite 2 Row Diamond Ring is in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

TJD 0.50 Carat Brilliant Cut Diamond Two Row Band Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
shimmering 24 brilliant cut diamonds studded in channel setting. Crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. The total
Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Diamond 0.41 carats 18KT White Gold Two Row Wedding Band
Located in Antwerpen, BE
A two-row diamond wedding band is a timeless and elegant choice for a variety of occasions, from
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.00 Carat Two-Row Round Diamond Band Ring H/VS 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
Classic Diamond band 2.00ct diamonds Full cut Rounds H-color, Vs-2 clarity 14kt. yellow gold
Category

2010s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Four-Row with Diamonds Fashion Ring in Yellow Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
ring is made of four rows of 18 karat yellow gold totaling 4.3 grams. Three of the rows have diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sonia B. Multi Row Criss-Cross Diamond Band Ring Set in Two-Toned 18 Karat Gold
By Sonia B
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 6.75 This beautiful Sonia B diamond ring is a stunning blend of elegance and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Four-Row with Diamonds Fashion Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
ring is made of four rows of 18 karat white gold totaling 4.3 grams. Three of the rows have diamonds on
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Refined 3-Row Diamond Ring in 14k
Located in Bloomington, MN
This refined ring is crafted in 14k rose gold and showcases a striking three-row design set with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Refined 3-Row Diamond Ring in 14k
Refined 3-Row Diamond Ring in 14k
$1,680 Sale Price
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Two-Tone Gold Diamond Pavé Ring
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Two-Tone 14 Karat Gold Diamond Pavé Ring. The elegant ring features two rows of round graduate
Category

2010s American Retro Band Rings

Materials

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

Roman Malakov 1.53 Carat Round Diamond Two-Row Red Enamel Wedding Band Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A fashionable and unique ring showcasing two rows of round brilliant diamonds, accented with two
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Roman Malakov 1.53 Carat Round Diamond Two-Row Black Enamel Wedding Band Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A fashionable and unique ring showcasing two rows of round brilliant diamonds, accented with two
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pomellato Tubolare Diamond Band RIng Multi Row sz 7.5 29.7g 2.5ct 18k Two Tone
By Pomellato
Located in Northbrook, IL
and yellow gold, it features a luxurious design with a central band of polished gold flanked by two
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

18k Yellow Gold Ring with Emerald Baguettes and Diamond Rows
Located in Bergamo, BG
are fully covered by us. -------------------- A refined 18k yellow gold ring featuring two rows of
Category

20th Century Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

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

18k Yellow Gold Ring with Central Emerald and Diamond Rows
Located in Bergamo, BG
: 18k yellow gold Central emerald-cut emerald: 0.70 carats total Two rows of carre-cut diamonds: 0.46
Category

20th Century Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

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

14 Karat White Gold Three Row Invisible Set Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K white gold Diamond: 30 princess cut = 1.80cttw Color: G / H Clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 6.90 Carat Total Mixed-Cut Diamond Two-Row Eternity Fashion Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite fashion ring, showcasing two rows of mixed-cut diamonds (emerald, marquise, oval, and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 6.75 Carat Total Round Diamond Two-Row Eternity Wedding Band Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A very brilliant eternity wedding band showcasing two rows of round brilliant diamonds weighing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k Yellow Gold Band Ring with Diamonds and Sapphire Rows
Located in Bergamo, BG
. Key Features: 18k yellow gold band ring Square-cut sapphires: 0.28 carats total Round-cut diamonds
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

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

7 Diamonds Sandwiched by 2-Row Diamond Ring
By BOON
Located in Hong Kong, HK
of breathtaking brightness. Sandwiched between two pristine rows of round diamonds, 7 additional
Category

2010s Asian Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold 5 Row Sprinkled Diamond Fashion Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K white gold Diamond: 106 round brilliant cut = 1.50cttw Color: G
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Victorian Ruby and Diamond Three-Row Ring
Located in London, GB
This is an 18ct yellow gold Victorian ruby and diamond three row ring. The ring consists of a
Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified Round Diamond Cts 0.50 with Two-Row Halo Engagement Ring in 18k
Located in Hong Kong, HK
White Gold weighing 3.58 grams. This diamond engagement ring is the perfect expression of enduring love
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

2.09 CT Two-Row Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Wedding Band in 14K White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
2.09 CT Two-Row Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Wedding Band in 14K White Gold Celebrate love and
Category

2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Modernist Two-Color Gold Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful modernist two color 18 k gold ring with a brilliant diamond atop of rows of pave
Category

1990s American Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany Co. Diamond X Four Row Rope Band Ring Two-Tone
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
jewelry artist, Jean Schlumberger. The stunning ring features a wide four-row rope style band in 18 karat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage 18ct White Gold Triple Row, Ruby Diamond Target Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Target Ring 18ct White Gold Tested Circa 1980’s Gorgeous, preloved target ring. Set
Category

Late 20th Century English Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold

0.56Cttw TwoTone Round Diamond Multi Row Fancy Band Ring 14K Gold
Located in New York, NY
This elegant and classic two tone diamond band ring is crafted in 14k white and rose gold. Features
Category

2010s Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Diamond Band Ring in 14k Two-Tone Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
This refined ring is crafted in 14k two-tone gold and features a row of channel-set round brilliant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

3.00 Carat Old Cut Diamond Double Row Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming two row diamond ring. Crafted from 18ct white gold, this vintage piece
Category

Vintage 1950s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diana M. 9.15 Ct Round Diamond Two Row Anniversary Band
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18KT Diamond anniversary band with 9.15ct of two rows of round diamonds surrounded by microupave
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

18 karat 2.50 carat two-row princess diamond band VS quality
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
An 18-karat yellow gold band showcasing two rows of meticulously arranged diamonds in a channel-set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Encrusted Triple Row Ring With Onyx Shoulders in Yellow Gold
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This marvelous Late 20th Century cocktail ring, fashioned from 14k yellow gold, is comprised of
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Todd Reed Sterling Silver 18 Karat Yellow Gold Two Row Raw Cut Diamond Band
By Todd Reed
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Todd Reed Material: sterling silver / 18K yellow gold Diamond: 54 raw cut = 14.90cttw
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Multi Row Diamond Cutout Band Ring in Polished 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
luminous 14 karat white gold, the band features two shimmering rows of sparkling diamonds, each precisely
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.01 Carat Dual Row Diamond Channel Platinum 18K Gold Wavy Band Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Natural 1.01 carat round diamond wavy band ring in PT850 platinum and 18K yellow gold featuring two
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

18K Yellow Gold Wide Band Ring with Row of Pave Diamonds
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
18K yellow gold wide ring with matte finish and round brilliant-cut diamonds weighing 0.27 carats
Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA 1.20ct Oval Solitaire Pave Curved Shank 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
penetrate the diamond, leading to unparalleled brilliance and sparkle. The shank is adorned with two rows
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

GIA Certified 0.94 Carat Raised Square Cushion Halo Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
flat band, crafted from luxurious yellow gold , showcases two rows of meticulously set smaller round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow White Gold Multi Row Woven Natural Diamond Ring 0.24 Carats
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K two tone yellow and white gold woven ring with 22 round natural diamonds weighing 0.24 carat
Category

2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

1.04 Carat Natural Diamond 2 Rows Ring G SI 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
1.04 Carat Natural Diamond Two Rows Ring G SI 14K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k 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.