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Jabel Retro 0.40 Carat Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring
By Jabel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
carat, H color with VS clarity Flanked by two rows of single cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.15
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

【Énigma】Heart to Heart 18K Gold Baguette Diamond Emerald Heart Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Heart to Heart ring celebrates love and connection through two perfectly matched heart-shaped
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

18 Kt Gold Baguette Round Diamond Eternity Full Wedding Anniversary Band Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
bordered by stunning round-shape diamonds. An elegant row of baguette diamonds gleams brightly amidst two
Category

2010s Belgian Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Etruscan Inspired Ruby and Diamond Dress Ring Set in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in London, England
is composed of a central brushed gold panel and two diamond set rows which highlight the red ruby
Category

2010s Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Antique Art Deco 14K Rose Gold Turquoise and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
cabochon turquoise in the center of two rows of single cut diamonds. Item #R0870 Metal: 14K Rose Gold
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Rose Gold

18k White Gold 2.25ctw Baguette Diamond Marquise Ruby Eternity Wide Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
a unique design set with a center row of marquise rubies and two side rows of baguette diamonds. The
Category

1990s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Gemstone Dome Ring 14 Karat Gold Pink Green Tourmaline Diamond Estate
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage domed cocktail ring (circa 1980s), crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. A row
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Tanzanite and Diamond Baguette Ring
Located in Towson, MD
14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring with a 2.75 carat oval Tanzanite centered between two rows of Diamond
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tanzanite, Yellow Gold

Victorian 0.68 CTW Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Bypass Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a swirled bypass-style ring centering an old European cut diamond Weighing
Category

Antique 1890s Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Emerald and Diamond Dress Ring
Located in London, GB
yellow gold and showcases five rows of platinum set graduating round brilliant cut diamonds. This
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.48ct Round Brilliant Cut Center Diamond 18 Carat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in London, GB
combined approximate weight of 2.20 carats. The ring is finally designed with two curved pavé set diamond
Category

1990s English Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1980 s 3.03 Carat Diamond Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. Transparent bright purplish red in color with medium saturation. Flanked North to South by two rows of round
Category

Vintage 1980s Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Vivid D F Victorian 2.05 Carat Diamond Ruby 18 Karat Gold Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Two rows of staggered diamonds and rubies Intricate hand engraved gold detail on the shoulders and
Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

A 14 Carat Yellow Gold Wide Band Ring with Carré Cut Diamonds
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 14 carat gold wide ring with two rows of carré cut diamonds (app. 1.6 carat in total, G – Vs
Category

Early 2000s German Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Antique George III Old Cut Cushion Cut Diamond Ring 15 Karat Gold Silver
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This elegant double row diamond ring has been handcrafted out of 15 karat yellow gold and silver
Category

Antique 1830s English Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 15k Gold, Silver

Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Top Old Diamond Ruby Cocktail Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Top Old Diamond Ruby Cocktail Ring. This
Category

Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Ruby 3.5 Carat Diamond Ring
By Mehnaz Durrani
Located in Richmond, BC
Beautiful ruby diamond ring. Pinkish red, oval faceted rubies mounted in two rows, dividing with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Antique Art Deco 18K Yellow Gold French Old Mine Diamond Band Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
and has two rows of old European cut diamonds on each side set in a beautiful floral pattern. The ring
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Sapphire and Rose Diamond Octagonal Cluster Ring in Platinum and Gold
Located in New York, NY
An antique sapphire ring in a two-row rose cut diamond octagonal surround, in 18K gold and platinum
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Old Cut Diamond and Sapphire Cluster Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Old Cut Diamond and Sapphire Cluster Ring. This
Category

Antique 1890s Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

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

White Black Diamond Flexible Bezel Eternity Band Luxury 18 Karat White Gold Ring
By Galt Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
Genuine Diamonds 4.20 CTW White & Black Diamonds In-Stock Size 6-8 *The rings can stretch up to two sizes.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany Co. Opal Yellow Gold Ring with Diamond Tanzanite and Peridot, 1960s
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
12 Old European cut diamonds and two rows of alternating round faceted tanzanite (14) and peridot (15
Category

Vintage 1960s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, Opal, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald Diamond Ring Square Cocktail Vintage 18k White Gold Sz 7.5 Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage emerald 7 diamond square cocktail ring (circa 1980s) crafted in 18 karat white gold
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

18K Gold 4.70ctw GIA Round Bezel Light Brown Diamond Baguettes Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
are neatly channel set in two rows at each side, bringing a super glamorous touch to the ring. This is
Category

1990s Engagement Rings

Materials

Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

.76 Carat Diamond Sapphire Domed Engraved Filigree Art Deco Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
center diamond is flanked by two rows of genuine calibre cut blue Sapphire baguettes. The center diamond
Category

Early 20th Century Bridal Rings

Materials

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

Contemporary Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
of this contemporary two-tone ruby and diamond ring. A single graduating row of seamlessly set
Category

20th Century Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Bethesda, MD
carats. The sapphire is two wavey rows of 64 baguette diamonds with a total weight of 2.62 carats. The
Category

Vintage 1960s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Large Onyx Diamond Ring Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Cocktail Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage onyx & diamond cocktail ring (circa 1960s to 1970s) crafted in 18 karat yellow gold
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat White Gold and Channel-Set Round Diamond Band Ring 0.95 Carat
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This contemporary band features a row of larger round diamonds accented by two rows of smaller
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Roberto Demeglio 1.00 Carat Diamond White Gold and Ceramic Link Stretch Ring
By Roberto Demeglio
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
witha total weight of .98 carats, set in 18K white gold. The ring contains two rows of springs going
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Graff 18 Karat Yellow Gold 0.30 Carat Diamond and 1.25 Carat Ruby Ring
By Graff
Located in Southampton, PA
Looking lustrous and chic, the Graff 18K Yellow Gold 0.30 ct Diamond & 1.25 ct Ruby Ring will make
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.54 Ct Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold, Platinum Set Twist Ring - Antique
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.54 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold, platinum set twist ring
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold

3.21 Carats Round Baguette Diamond Prong Set 18K White Gold Wedding Band Ring
By Shimon s Creations
Located in New York, NY
. Baguette diamonds are set vertically along the center of an 18K white gold ring flanked with two rows of
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14k Yellow Gold Nugget Style 1.75ctw G-H SI Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Sewickley, PA
vertical rows of additional diamonds, creating striking symmetry. A polished white gold top enhances the
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Diamond Filigree Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have an elegant diamond ring crafted from 18ct white gold at a time when the Art Deco style
Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

3.53 Carat Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Mehnaz Durrani
Located in Richmond, BC
Glamorous sapphire diamond ring. High brilliance, violetish blue, cushion faceted natural 3.53
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

14K White Gold 5/8 Carat Pie Cut Diamond Oval Shape Solitaire Ring
Located in New York, NY
bauble is accented with two rows of natural princess-cut diamonds that tune up the desirability. Unlike
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Damiani Ruby and Diamond Dress Ring
By Damiani
Located in Mayfair, London, London
. Accentuating the rubies are two rows of round brilliant cut diamonds totalling approximately 0.40ct, each
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Marquise Cut Diamond Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A unique 18k yellow gold diamond Cartier ring. The ring comprises of a marquise cut diamond in a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.35 Carat Emerald Diamond Ring
By Mehnaz Durrani
Located in Richmond, BC
Stunning emerald diamond ring. Lively green tone, high brilliance, emerald faceted 1.35 carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Vintage French 1.88 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Half Eternity Ring, Circa 1990
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
double row diamond eternity ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The unembellished band is
Category

1990s French Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring with Diamond Mount in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in London, England
A beautiful diamond three stone engagement ring set in 18k yellow gold. The ring is centrally set
Category

2010s British Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fabulous Cabochon Emerald Diamond Pinky Ring
Located in New York, NY
clean, full cut super white Diamonds. Second row another circlet od Diamonds with another two rows of
Category

Vintage 1960s European Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

9ct Rose Gold London Hallmarked 1980s Double Headed Ruby Diamond Snake Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Snake Ring 9ct Rose Gold Stamped Hallmarked London 1988 Makers Mark L W & G This 9ct
Category

Late 20th Century English Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Kabana 14K Yellow Gold 0.12 Ct Diamond, Emerald, and Inlaid Opal Ring
By Kabana
Located in Southampton, PA
, you’ll find two shimmering rows of gemstones - one with 0.50 carats of emeralds and the other with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Emerald, Yellow Gold

Sapphire and Diamond Dome Cocktail Ring
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
-cut diamonds. An 18k yellow gold setting brings added dimension to this ring with warm contrast and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald and Diamond Floral Crossover Ring
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A beautiful 18k yellow gold emerald and diamond floral crossover ring. The ring comprises of two
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Engagement Toi e Moi Sapphires and Diamonds 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Lischetti
Located in Roma, IT
This elegant renversè ring is set with two beautiful and preciuos oval sapphires, with and
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

4.12 Carat Rubellite Tourmaline and 2.60 Carat Diamond White Gold Fashion Ring
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
set in four prongs, with two rows of of round brilliant cut Diamonds totaling 2.60 carats. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, White Gold

14K Yellow Gold 2-1/3 Carat Diamond Cluster Band Engagement Ring Wedding Band
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and timeless, this two-tone diamond engagement and wedding ring set features 2.3 carat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Morris Onyx and Diamond Ring
By David Morris
Located in London, GB
design features a bold black onyx backdrop, elegantly contrasted by two rows of bright white round
Category

Vintage 1970s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.21 Carat Round Emerald Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A hint of unexpected, with a 2.21 round emerald set in an 18k white gold diamond mounting and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

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

Blue topaz and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
white gold, on a yellow gold, two row shank, with fleur-de-lys shoulders, mounted in 18ct gold, stamped
Category

Vintage 1960s British Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Scarselli GIA Oval Halo 0.82 Pink Diamond Engagement Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
By SCARSELLI
Located in New York, NY
GIA-Certified 0.82 ct Oval Pink Diamond Engagement Halo Ring on 18k White Gold band. The central
Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Large Diamond and Coral Cocktail Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
with two rows of fine white Square and Round Diamonds weighing a total of 2 Carats. Finger size = 5 1/4
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold

GIA Emerald Cut Diamond Ring 1.25ct
By GIA
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
A GIA Emerald Cut Diamond Cluster Ring, four claw set in 18ct rose gold within a border of 32 round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Art Deco Aquamarine and Diamond Cocktail Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in London, England
A striking Art Deco aquamarine and diamond cocktail ring set in 18k white gold. This beautiful
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k 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.