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French 1940s Ruby Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tank Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
ring, it is decorated in its center with an emerald-cut ruby, with two rows of rose-cut diamonds and
Category

Vintage 1940s French Retro Signet Rings

Materials

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

18kt Yellow Gold Band Ring with Sapphire and Diamonds
Located in Bergamo, BG
stunning oval sapphire weighing 1.36 carats. Two rows of sparkling diamonds totaling 0.20 carats accentuate
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

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

18 Karat Gold Modern Ring with Pearls and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
rows of diamonds Materials: 18 Karat Gold, 1.1mm diamonds (0.13ct), 5mm white pearls The ring is 36mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold

18 Karat Gold Modern Ring with Pearls and Diamonds
By Amy Glaswand
Located in New York, NY
rows of diamonds Materials: 18 Karat Gold, 1.1mm diamonds (0.13ct), 5mm white pearls The ring is 36mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Garavelli 18 Karat White Gold White Diamonds Eternity Band Ring
By Garavelli
Located in Valenza, IT
18KT White Gold White Diamonds Eternity Band RING Yellow gold ring with two rows of incredible
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Square Illusion Diamond Ring with Halo and Diamond Band in Rose Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
center and then have two rows of diamonds on the band that go into one row. There are a total of 45 round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

2.50 Carat Marquise Amethyst Diamond Halo Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
, deep purple. The gemstone is enriched by a halo of 40 single cut white diamonds in a two row
Category

Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

London Blue Topaz Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Tucson, AZ
This London blue topaz and diamond cocktail ring in just over 19 grams of 14k white gold is a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Topaz, White Gold

Natural Emerald Diamond Bypass Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
accented with a row of diamonds, creating a balanced and modern look. Set in 14k solid gold, this piece is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Solitaire Natural Diamond Promise Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
luxury. This exquisite ring features a brilliant round-cut natural diamond at its center, flanked by two
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Boucheron Diamond Double Band Ring, Signed Numbered, 18K White Gold
By Boucheron
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
Signed Boucheron double-band diamond ring in 18K white gold, numbered and hallmarked. This refined
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

.42 Carat Diamond Yellow White Gold Mens Band Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Men's two row diamond band ring. 14 round diamonds set in a 14k yellow and white gold setting
Category

Late 20th Century Band Rings

Materials

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

14k Yellow Gold Classic Marquise Garnet and Diamond Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
, approximately 0.45 CTS, flanked by two rows of round faceted diamonds, approximately 0.12 TCW. All of the stones
Category

Late 20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Ruby Diamond 18 karat Gold Three Eternity Rings
Located in Rotterdam, NL
a 14 karat gold eternity ring set with a row of calibrated rubies and the other two eternity rings
Category

20th Century European Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Diamond 18K White Gold Eternity Band Ring, Size 6
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A unique take on the classic diamond eternity ring! This piece features a single row of baguette
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Paraiba Tourmaline Diamond Ring GIA 18k White Gold Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A spectacular Paraiba tourmaline and diamond ring, crafted of 18k white gold, featuring a Paraiba
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Ruby and Diamond Bypass 14k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in beverly hills, CA
in two oval cut rubies trailing a row of three round brilliant white diamonds. Each ruby weighs
Category

Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1.41 Carat Diamond and White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 1990s 1.41 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold cluster style cocktail ring
Category

1990s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Handcraft Emerald 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
supported on its sides by two rows of diamonds held by horseshoe-shaped flourishes. Beautiful and elegant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style Diamond and Sapphire White Gold Ring
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
A beautiful Art Deco style Diamond and Sapphire 14 karat white gold fashion ring. The ring is
Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Carved Emerald Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
two rows of round cut diamonds. Emerald Weight: approximately 4.91 carats Diamond Weight
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

CWI .33 Carat Diamond White Gold Wedding Band Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
CWI 14k white gold .33ct two row pave set with 24 round full cut diamonds. 24 Round full cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

18K Yellow White Gold Marquise Diamond Cluster Ring – 1.45 ct G VS Diamonds
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
Make a refined statement with this exquisite 18K two-tone gold marquise cluster ring, masterfully
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Heart-Shaped Aquamarine, Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
-shaped aquamarine surrounded by little diamonds. The heart-shaped structure is encased between two rows
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Diamond 18 Carat Yellow and White Gold Rope Wide Band Ring
Located in London, GB
channel set in high polish white gold. Framing the diamond row are two finely crafted yellow gold rope
Category

1990s Italian Modern Band Rings

Materials

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

Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Sunita Nahata Diamond 0.23ct. Fancy Ring in 18Karat White Yellow Gold.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A modern two-tone 18K white and yellow gold ring featuring a sleek double-band design. The top band
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

6.75 Carat Pear Aquamarine Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
aquamarine with a two row halo of bright round cut diamonds in a 14k white gold setting. 1 pear shaped blue
Category

Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

1.75 Carat Pink Yellow Marquise Diamond Platinum 18K Gold Bypass Ring
Located in Miami, FL
unique platinum and 18K yellow gold design. The ring features three marquise-cut pink diamonds and three
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Band Rings

Materials

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

.50 Carat Blue Sapphire Diamond White Gold Halo Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Blue sapphire and diamond engagement ring. Pear shaped .50ct sapphire center stone, with a two row
Category

Late 20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Diamond Crown Fashion Ring 0.50 Carats in 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This crown-inspired diamond ring is crafted in rhodium-plated 14K white gold and features two
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Alex Jona White Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Band Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
two diamond pavé rows, for a total weight of 1.57 carats. Designed and crafted in Italy. US size 6
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ametrine and Diamond Ring in 14K Yellow Gold, 7.88ct Center Stone
Located in New York, NY
fine ring. The rectangular step-cut ametrine is framed by two rows of sparkling round diamonds, all set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Baguette Link Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Diamond Baguette Link Ring in 18K white gold captures the perfect balance between modern
Category

2010s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold

18k Yellow Gold Wave Band Ring with Sapphires and Diamonds
Located in Bergamo, BG
-inspired design with two flowing rows of gemstones. One wave is adorned with brilliant-cut white diamonds
Category

20th Century Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Diamond Sapphire 18K White Gold Ring - A Dramatic Statement Piece
Located in London, GB
Stunning 18ct diamond and sapphire ring. The design shows a present/gift motif with two criss
Category

2010s British Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Van Cleef Arpels 18K Pavé Diamond Ring French Yellow Gold ~1.55ctw
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Fairfield, CT
ring features 1.55 carats of round-cut white diamonds, meticulously set in two parallel rows for a
Category

Vintage 1980s Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18kt Yellow Gold Ring with Oval Sapphire and Diamond Halo
Located in Bergamo, BG
by two lateral rows of diamonds, adding brilliance and sophistication. A timeless piece of elegance
Category

20th Century Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Yellow Diamond (Approx. 0.6-Carats) Diamond Two-Tone Pave-Set Band, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
, two parallel rows of vibrant yellow diamonds weave seamlessly together, creating a striking contrast
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Diamond And Black Enamel Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
This estate David Webb ring is crafted in 18K yellow gold, featuring a bold and sophisticated
Category

20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

18k Yellow Gold Ring with Central Pearl and Diamond Accents
Located in Bergamo, BG
A bold and elegant 18k yellow gold ring featuring a luminous central pearl, framed by two delicate
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

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

18K Yellow Gold Band Ring with Navette Rubies and Diamonds
Located in Bergamo, BG
are fully covered by us. -------------------- A refined 18K yellow gold band ring featuring a central
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Natural Diamond 1.00 carat 18KT White Gold Modern Band Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
. This stunning ring features a row of captivating Princess-shaped diamonds, delicately nestled between
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.75Cttw Blue Sapphire 1.00Cttw Diamond Unisex Ring 10K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
This unisex diamond ring is crafted in 10K yellow gold. Featuring a center row of channel set Blue
Category

2010s Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mother of Pearl Diamond Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
natural diamonds in a fluid link-inspired form. The band features two sculpted domes detailed with rows of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Victorian .80 Carats Rose Cut Diamonds Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
. The diamonds vary in size and are hand set in two circular rows that surround a center stone. In total
Category

Antique Early 1900s Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k 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

Emerald Cut Ruby Round Diamond Ladies Ring 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Simple and elegant, ruby and diamond ladies ring. Crafted in high polished 14k white gold. It
Category

2010s Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.00Cttw Emerald and 0.61Cttw Diamond Ladies Ring 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Simple and elegant, Green Emerald and diamond ladies ring. Crafted in high polished 14k white gold
Category

2010s Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

2.50 Carat Cluster Diamond Dome Pyramid Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
From our estate collection, this pyramid cluster diamond ring features six rows of round brilliant
Category

Late 20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.02ct Tiffany Co Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Gold Platinum Soleste Halo Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
. This beautiful and rare centre diamond is accented by two rows of natural round brilliant cut white
Category

20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

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

0.40ctw Curved Diamond Band, 14K White Gold, Ring Size 7, Simple Diamond Accent
Located in McLeansville, NC
gold and set with an incredible two rows of diamonds that curve and sparkle, this elegant ring is sure
Category

1990s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Bernard K Passman 18K Gold Black Coral Diamond Ring
Located in Henderson, NV
black coral is decorated by two rows of channel set brilliant-cut white diamonds and an inserted bezel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Sapphire Oval Natural Diamond Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
, flanked by a curved row of natural diamonds on one side and a sleek high-polish arc on the other. The ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

18K Yellow Gold 2.67ct Diamond and Emerald Wide Band Ring MF31-101025
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
orientation.Offered in estate condition, this 18K Yellow Gold 2.67 ct Diamond and 1.76 ct Emerald Wide Band Ring comes
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Paris Lily, Handmade 22K 14K Gold, Pearl Ring with Diamonds
Located in Montclair, NJ
Paris & Lily, handmade pearl & pave diamond ring. The ring band is made of hand rolled 14K gold
Category

2010s North American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, 22k Gold

Natural Yellow Sapphire Diamond Halo Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
encircled by a halo of natural diamonds. The gemstones are set in a continuous row, creating a bright and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

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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.