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Men s 14K Rose White Gold Ring, Two Row Princess Cut Diamonds 1.45 Carats
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K rose and white gold gents ring with 14 invisibly set princess cut diamonds 1.45 carats total
Category

2010s Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

18K Gold 1.20ct Square Cut Ruby 0.12ct Princess Diamond Two Row Band Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
two rows of beautiful Thai rubies and princess diamonds channeled nicely into the band. The square cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold

1.55 Carat Total Multi-Row Pave Diamond Wide Band Ring in Two Tone 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 6.75 This dazzling diamond band ring wraps elegantly around the finger and fills it
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Two Color Diamonds Garnet Gold Snake Ring
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
18k yellow gold snake ring, coiled around your finger with lifelike charm, set with 1.43 carats of
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold

Roman Malakov, Two-Row Micro-Pave Pink Diamond Wedding Band in Rose Gold
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A gorgeous and chic rose gold wedding band showcasing two rows of micro-pavé round pink diamonds of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Pink Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Diamond Two Color Gold Band Cluster Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
with cushion cut diamond three rows cluster top over a gallery to a plain hoop. Diamonds weighing
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Retro Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Antique 18ct Gold, Victorian Sapphire Diamond Double Row Ring, Circa 1890
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire & Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Makers Mark HG & S Circa 1890 The ring
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique 18ct Gold Original Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Three Row Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Deco Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Tested Circa 1910 Fabulous, original Art Deco ring. Set
Category

Early 20th Century English Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Double Row 1ct Diamond Ring Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage double row diamond ring (circa 1950s to 1960s) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

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

Charles Krypell Diamond, Sapphire and Emerald Double Row Band Ring in Gold
By Charles Krypell
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
band ring is bursting with color and sparkle. Featuring two rows of icy white diamonds and embellished
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Onyx and Diamond Two-Tone Gold Men s Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
This modern, classically designed 14 karat Yellow Gold Men's Ring has elegant White Gold Accents
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

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

Pomellato Iceberg Morganite Diamond Two-Color Gold Ring
By Pomellato
Located in Firenze, IT
diamonds. Mounted in 18Kt yellow and white gold. Signed Pomellato. Size of the top: 23 x 18 mm Finger
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

"Hall of Mirrors" 3.6 Carat Diamond Band with Two Rows of Baguettes in 18K Gold
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This bold, wide and substantial band was probably made around 30 years old. It features two rows
Category

Late 20th Century American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Antique Siver Gold and Rose Diamond Rows Band Ring Mid 18th Century
Located in Firenze, IT
Set with two rows of rose-cut diamonds, between bifurcated shoulders with foliate detailing
Category

Antique Late 18th Century British Georgian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Wide Three Row Round Brilliant Diamond Eternity Band Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 8.5 Absolutely stunning multi-row diamond eternity band ring. This remarkable ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fine 18K Gold 5.76ctw 3-Row Princess Baguette Diamond Wide Statement Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This is a super impressive, vintage statement band ring crafted in solid 18k yellow gold featuring
Category

1990s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage 2Ct Diamond and 18k White Gold Double Row Eternity Ring Circa 1960
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 2 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold double row eternity ring
Category

Vintage 1960s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Alternating Sapphire and Diamond Multi Row Band Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 6.5 This exquisite band ring is a stunning display of timeless elegance, featuring two
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Art Deco 2 Row Diamond Ring 18k White Gold Anniversary Band Sz 6
Located in Torrance, CA
-I1 clarity). The elegant wedding band features two rows of sparkling old cut diamonds. The ring
Category

Early 20th Century British Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

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

Cartier Diamond Love Ring 2 Rows 18 Karat Rose Pink Gold Estate Fine Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Torrance, CA
Cartier 2 row diamond love ring (small model), crafted in 18 rose gold. 72 round brilliant cut
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Triple Row Round Pink and White Diamond Band Ring Set in 18 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 7 This exquisite three-row diamond band ring is a true symbol of elegance and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Stunning 8.00 Carat Diamond Four Row X Design Wide 18 Karat White Gold Band Ring
Located in Tustin, CA
Very elegant and stunning, custom made 18 karat white gold, wide four row "X" design band ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

0.37 Carat Yellow White Diamond Band Ring in 14k Two Tone Gold
Located in Trumbull, CT
Diamond: 0.11ct Gold: 14K Two Tone Ring Size:7
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Lapis and 5 Row Diamond Stacking Philippine Ring, 18K Yellow
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Ring with Two Carved Lapis Inlays and 5 Row Diamond Stacking Philippine Ring
Category

20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro 16.78 Carat Aquamarine Diamond 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
total, transparent and sky blue in color Flanked by rows of round brilliant cut diamonds, prong set
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold

Reversible 3 Row Wide Band Style Ring with Rubies, Diamonds and Sapphires
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This expertly crafted ring gives the illusion of being an all around band with the outer two rows
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Diamond Gold Spring Ring
Located in London, GB
A modern two row ring with red gold springs, with 0.20ct of round brilliant-cut diamonds, set in
Category

Early 2000s Italian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Men s Channel Set Five Diamond Contemporary Band Ring in Two Tone 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
that commands attention. The centerpiece of the ring is a row of 5 sparkling diamonds, carefully
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Yellow and White Diamond Three-Row Wedding Band
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
. Features cushion cut yellow diamonds weighing 1.45 carats total, set in-between two rows of round brilliant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

Diamond Gold Eternity Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
This hand crafted 18 karat white gold band, with two rows of diagonally set diamonds, makes for an
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ruby and Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A very well made 18 carat gold ring with two rows of old cut diamonds (total circa 1.6 carats) on
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Gold Dome Ring with Diamonds
Located in Darnestown, MD
Gold dome ring made of 18 bands of 14 karat gold. The bands have spaces between them at different
Category

Vintage 1960s American Modern Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Diamond Garnet Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Featured is a rich red three carat round faucet-cut garnet gemstone framed by two rows of prong set
Category

Vintage 1970s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

Late 20th Century French Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Tanzanite Emerald Cabochon Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
diamonds intersected between the two emerald rows. This ring is accented with some 108 genuine round cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

1950s Retro Diamond Ruby Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
diamonds custom cut pave setting, on the two sides there are two rows of natural fine ruby square cut
Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Hammerman Brothers Diamond Gold Platinum Ring
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in Palm Beach, FL
. The diamonds are arranged in five rows, and two beautiful end sections, making the ring sparkle all
Category

Vintage 1970s American Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Oval Colombian Emerald Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oval Colombian Emerald Diamond Gold Ring This oval ring is set with an oval Colombian Emerald
Category

Vintage 1980s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Ruby Diamond Bypass Band Ring, 18KT Yellow Gold, Ring
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage 18 karat yellow gold ruby and diamond bypass band ring. This July birthstone ring
Category

Vintage 1970s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Important Turquoise Diamond 18Kt-Gold Cocktail Ring
By Claris-A
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
hue for turquoise. Surrounding this center piece are two rows of quite large, top quality diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

1.45 Carat Pink White Diamond Band in 14k Two Tone Gold
Located in Trumbull, CT
finished with hand by skilled craftsmen and mounted in 14K two tone gold. Pink Diamond: 0.39ct White
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold

1970s Bulgari Cabochon Emerald Diamond Gold Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
diamonds are bezel set into two rows that follow the widened upper shape of the ring. AGL report states it
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Flower White Gold Cluster Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
14k White gold diamond floral style high top cluster cocktail ring. Center stone is set up high
Category

Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Estate Colombian Emerald Diamond Gold Band Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Stunning band ring, hand-crafted in 18k yellow gold, origin 1970 Italy It is set with one large
Category

Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Diamonds, Emeralds, 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
with a row of two little white diamonds. This ring is totally handmade by Italian master goldsmith
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Antique Diamond and Yellow Gold Twist Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
gold twist ring is supplied with two independent diamond grading certificates one for each feature
Category

Vintage 1920s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Graff Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Heart Ring
By Graff
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
feelings to your loved one. It is made of 18 karat (tested) yellow gold and features two pear cut faceted
Category

Vintage 1980s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Veretta Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
two rows of little white diamonds. This ring is totally handmade by italian master goldsmiths
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Repossi Berbere Diamond Ring in Rose Gold
By Repossi
Located in MIAMI, FL
skin. A timeless shape refined by an elegant hem of diamonds. The ring shows two rows of rose gold one
Category

2010s Italian Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

1950s Wide Ruby Diamond Gold Band Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
baguette rubies totaling approximately 1.50 carats, alternating with two rows of baguette diamonds
Category

Vintage 1950s Modernist Band Rings

Materials

Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Diamonds Yellow Gold Torah Judaic Ring, 1950
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
A fine Diamonds ring in Yellow Gold depicting a Torah scroll. Created in 1950. The marvelous
Category

Vintage 1950s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Diamond Emerald 1930s Cocktail Ring 18k Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
includes two cabochon cut Colombian Emeralds, two rows of smaller round cut diamonds and in the center are
Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold, Aquamarine and Diamond Ring, March Birthstone Ring
Located in McLeansville, NC
A 14 karat yellow gold, aquamarine and diamond ring. This ring features a prong set, oval cut light
Category

Vintage 1980s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Peridot Garnet and Diamond Set Gold Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
the center is a vibrant lush 9.20 carat peridot surrounded by two rows of fine white diamonds set in
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Garnet, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1950s Two-Tone Gold Snake Motif Engagement Band Ring
Located in Miami, FL
gold and simulates the artfully designed coiled body of a snake, with the diamond-studded head and
Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings

Brilliant Crystal Opal and Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Dallas, TX
approx. 8 cts. set in 14K Yellow gold surrounded by a two rows diamonds. Diamond total weight is approx
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold

Emerald diamond line ring in 18k gold, Art Deco ring, band ring, line ring
Located in PARIS, FR
Emerald diamond line ring in 18 karat gold. Art Deco ring composed of three rows of gemstones: a
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 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.