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Van Cleef Arpels Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Flower Ring
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
ring from the brand is made of 18K yellow gold and features shanks set with two rows of diamonds
Category

Late 20th Century French More Rings

Materials

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

Midcentury 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Cocktail Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
This remarkable mid-century ring is in 14k yellow gold and is set with three rows of stunning
Category

Mid-20th Century Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1930s Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
fine and impressive antique sapphire and diamond dress ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat White Gold Blue Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a magnificent ring in 14k white gold featuring a beautiful blue sapphire center and a row
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Ruby and Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Palm Desert, CA
1.07 carat oval Ruby surrounded by 25 round brilliant cut diamonds in two rows with a total weight
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage David Webb Ring 18k Gold Diamond Ruby Estate Jewelry
By David Webb
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A stunning vintage David Webb 18 karat yellow gold ring, featuring diamond and ruby. This
Category

Vintage 1970s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Contemporary 1.00 Carat Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Unisex Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Wide band set to front with two rows of round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately 1.00
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Contemporary Italian 1.50 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Gold Band Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
A beautiful made Sapphire Diamond band ring set in 18k white gold. The ring features in the
Category

1990s Italian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold

LB Exclusive 18k Yellow Gold 3.10 Carat Diamond Wide Band Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
18mm wide band features a series of interlocking rings traced with two rows of diamonds. Expect this
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat White Gold South Sea Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Set in 18 karat yellow gold is one 15 millimeter South Sea Pearl surrounded by two rows of
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown More Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring Size 8.75- This lovely band features 10 round
Category

20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Ruby, White Gold

Late Edwardian Diamond Sapphire Platinum-Topped 14 Karat Gold Dinner Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a row of diamonds, bead set North to South, in platinum square forms Transitional and
Category

Vintage 1910s Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

LB Exclusive 18k Yellow Gold 0.89 Ct Diamond and Ruby Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This bold LB Exclusive 18K Yellow Gold 0.89 ct Diamond 1.41 ct Ruby Ring is a statement piece. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Platinum and Iridium Double Row Single Cut Diamond Band, circa 1920s
Located in Addison, TX
single cut diamonds with a small row between the two to add extra sparkle. At the start of the shank, is
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Tamir Exceptional Cushion Peridot And Diamond Yellow Gold Web Ring
By Tamir
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Peridot, with two rows of diamonds down the shank. Finger size 6. Can be sized to fit. Signed Tamir
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold

LB Exclusive 18K Rose and White Gold 2.10 Ct Diamond Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This unique LB Exclusive 18K Rose and White Gold 2.10 ct Diamond Ring is made with 18K gold in rose
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Le Vian Aquamarine and Diamond Statement Ring in 14k White Gold
By Le Vian
Located in Honolulu, HI
the ring features 4 rows of diamonds, the inside two rows consist of 20 chocolate diamonds (0.20
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Aquamarine, White Gold, 14k Gold

French 1950s Ruby Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Asymmetrical Tank Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
the roll with a row of calibrated verneuil rubies in the center of two rows of 8/8 cut diamonds. The
Category

Vintage 1950s French Retro Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Ashley Morgan 18k Rose Gold, Golden Topaz, and Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Oh the glamour! Feel expensive and luxurious in this diamond encrusted ring. The flourentine
Category

2010s American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Rose Gold

Ruby Diamond Dome Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This vivacious cocktail ring of impressive aesthetic is crafted in solid 18K white gold and weighs
Category

Late 20th Century Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

De Beers The Promise Small 18 Carat Rose Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
By De Beers
Located in London, GB
This elegant ring created by British designer, De Beers is composed of two independent interlocking
Category

2010s English Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Tiffany Co. Imperial Topaz Diamond 18 Karat Gold Platinum Gemstone Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
exhibits slightly peachy saturated orange color Flanked by two rows of round brilliant cut diamonds - set
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Topaz, Imperial Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Go...

LB Exclusive 10K Yellow Gold 0.25 Ct Diamond and Ruby Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
of the band is accompanied by two rows of white diamonds. Top dimensions measure 20mm x 7mm.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

2.50 Carat Yellow White Diamond Band Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Trumbull, CT
Three rows of yellow diamonds are set in between two rows of white diamonds on this stunning piece
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Gold

LB Exclusive 18K Yellow Gold 0.50 Ct Diamond Heart Band Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This sweet LB Exclusive ring is a must have. The ring is made with warm 18K yellow gold, forming
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

.73 Carat Round Tsavorite Garnet Diamond Triple Halo White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, vibrant green tsavorite garnet is framed by not one or two, but three rows of sparkling white diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Garnet, Tsavorite, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

LB Exclusive 18K Yellow Gold 1.05 Ct Diamond and Sapphire Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This gorgeous LB Exclusive 18K Yellow Gold 1.05 ct Diamond 1.47 ct Sapphire Ring is a must-have
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

1.13Ct Diamond and 18k White Gold Cluster Ring - Vintage Circa 1970
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 1.13 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold dress/cluster ring; part
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rachel Koen 18 Karat White Gold Green Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
with sparkling round diamonds and flanked by two rows of round accent diamonds. Diamond carat weight
Category

2010s American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

18K White Gold Heavy 1.30ct Ruby 0.08ct Diamond Cluster Band RIng
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
two rows of beautiful Thai rubies and pave round diamonds channeled nicely into the band. The square
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.08 CTW Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Bypass Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a swirled bypass-style ring centering an old European cut diamond Weighing
Category

1990s Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

LB Exclusive 18 Karat White and Yellow Gold 3.00 Carat Diamond Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
The LB Exclusive 18K White and Yellow Gold 3.00 carat Diamond Ring is a two-toned stunner lighting
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Buccellati 2.01ct Old Euro-Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, Buccellati Diamond Ring
By Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Buccellati ring showcases a dazzling 2.01-carat old European cut diamond, graded J
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 18K Rose Gold Old Mine Diamond Emerald Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Rose Gold Old Mine Diamond and Emerald Engagement Ring. This
Category

Antique 1890s Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

LB Exclusive 14K Yellow Gold 0.38 Ct Diamond and Sapphire Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
exquisite ring, you’ll find a series of oval-cut sapphires suspended between two rows of diamonds totaling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Greek Key Eternity Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
work and two rows of white brilliant cut diamonds total weight of 0.93 Carats, all the way around, and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Classical Greek Band Rings

Materials

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

LB Exclusive 18K Yellow Gold 0.21 Ct Diamond and Sapphire Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
halo of round cut diamonds totaling 0.21 carats. On either side of the band, there are also two rows of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Oscar Heyman Ruby Diamond Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
by two rows of diamonds weighing 1.50 carats. Signed Oscar Heyman, this ring is a unique creation and
Category

20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 14 Karat Two-Tone Wedding Band with 8 Single Cut Diamonds in White Gold
Located in Addison, TX
This beautiful 1930's Art Deco piece contains 8 gorgeous diamonds in 14K white gold in a row along
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Russian Diamond Sapphire Openwork Gold Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
mine cut diamonds between two rows of blue sapphires. The shoulders of the ring are embellished with
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Russian Victorian Cluster Rings

12.24 Carats Pink Tourmaline and Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
center, set in a Contemporary Offset Mounting with two rows of Round Brilliant Diamonds in 18k White Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Ring in Platinum and Yellow Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
octagonal rows of diamonds, set with 56 charming old single-cut diamonds of H/I colour and vs/si clarity
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

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

1.45 Carat Yellow White Diamond Band Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Trumbull, CT
A combination of yellow diamonds sandwiched between two rows of white diamonds makes this band a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, White Gold

1.14 Carat Pink Sapphire and Diamond Halo Engagement Ring in 18k Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pretty ring features a vibrant pink sapphire and sparkling diamonds in an 18k yellow gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Oscar Heyman Sapphire and Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in London, GB
Oscar Heyman sapphire and diamond 18 karat yellow gold cocktail ring. An elegant sapphire baguette
Category

Vintage 1960s Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Twin Baroque Pearl Ring with Diamonds in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Two 16mm Baroque Pearls each surrounded by a row of round brilliant cut diamonds. Total diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

Tiffany Co. Schlumberger Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Platinum X Ring Size 5
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Simpsonville, SC
The Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger 18K Yellow Gold Ring with Platinum X Design and Two Rows of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Beaded Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Vintage cocktail ring finely crafted in 18 karat yellow gold featuring two rows of cabochon
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

14K White Gold 1/2 Carat Diamond Enhancer Wrap Ring Guard Enhancer
Located in New York, NY
Two dazzling rows of white natural diamonds makes this ring guard enhancer a stunning complement
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Classic Design 18K Yellow Gold 1.87ct Sapphire 0.80ct Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
blue sapphire (B5/5, SI, H). It is surrounded by two rows 32 round brilliant cut diamonds, which in
Category

Late 20th Century French Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. 1.25 Carats Diamond Sapphire 18 Karat Gold Heart Band Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Band ring is designed as two rows depicting hearts alternating with rectangular stations Hearts
Category

Vintage 1960s Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Retro 1.50 CTW Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Fishtail Vintage Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Band ring is designed as two east to west rows of round brilliant cut diamonds Weighing
Category

Vintage 1940s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

1980 s Vintage 1.25 Carats Princess Diamond 14 Karat Gold Channel Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Band ring is mystery set to front by two rows of princess cut diamonds Weighing in total
Category

Vintage 1980s Band Rings

Materials

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

Antique Victorian Ruby Diamond 18K Gold Cluster Boat Shaped Ring - 1896
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this stunning antique 18ct gold ruby and diamond three-row design ring
Category

Antique 1890s Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

CARTIER Diamond Set Trinity Ring
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Cartier 18K Tri Color Gold Trinity band Ring, the White band is set with two rows of Round
Category

Late 20th Century French Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

18KT Yellow Gold Onyx Double Heart Ring With Diamonds, Citrines Aquamarines
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully crafted 18 karat yellow gold dome shaped ring. Two sections of black onyx are equally
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Art Deco Dome Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Late Art Deco Diamond White Gold Platinum Cluster Ring, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
gold and platinum ring. Gemstone: Diamond Carat Weight: 0.95 Stone Shape: Baguette, Eight Cut Colour
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

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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.