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1.08 Carat Heart Shaped GIA - G VVS1 Certified Diamond in Platinum Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Ladies Platinum Heart-Shaped Diamond Ring This exquisite ladies' ring is crafted in platinum and
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Yellow and White Diamond Three Heart Ring in 18k Two Tone Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous three heart ring with 1.68 ct. bright yellow diamond heart shapes and 0.57 ct. yellow and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Gold

Natural Rubellite Ring Set in 18 Karat Gold with Rose-Cut Diamonds
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A beautiful and Chic Rubellite ring set in 18k gold with rose-cut diamonds. The rubellite weight is
Category

2010s Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rubelite, Gold

Brilliant 1.01 Carat Heart Diamond Ring Side Stones in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Own a Beating Heart of Brilliance: 1.01 Carat Heart Diamond Ring with Sparkly Side Stones in 18K
Category

2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

【Énigma】2.00ct Heart-Shaped Emerald Diamond Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
halo of 0.22ct brilliant-cut diamonds, extending onto the 18K white gold band for a continuous sparkle
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

Art Deco 1.76 Carat Diamond Heart Engagement Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous heart shaped diamond is the centre of this romantic art deco engagement ring. It is an
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Natural Emerald and Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Gold
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A gorgeous 2 stone emerald ring set in 18k white gold with diamonds. The natural emerald weight is
Category

2010s Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold

Sophia D. Toi et Moi Heart Shaped Diamond Platinum Ring
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
features 2 heart shaped cut diamonds that weigh .81 ct and .78 ct surrounded with .19 ct diamonds and .85
Category

2010s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Bulgari White Gold and Diamond Band Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A little 18k white gold pinky ring half set with brilliant cut diamonds and three heart shaped
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

11.56 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
A beautiful 11.56 carat Colombian Emerald, set in Platinum with 1.56 carat brilliant cut diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Vintage Chopard 18 Karat Yellow Gold Happy Diamonds Heart Ring
By Chopard
Located in Great Neck, NY
Gorgeous Chopard heart ring with diamonds in and on the heart #R0404 Metal: 18K Yellow Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Victorian Spinel and Diamond Heart Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a fabulous spinel and diamond ring originally dating back to the Victorian era. This
Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Spinel, Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Garrard Yellow Gold Heart Shaped Diamond Engagement Solitaire Ring 2.68 Cts
By Garrard Co. Ltd.
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A unique 18k yellow gold Garrard diamond ring. The ring comprises of a heart motif with a heart cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Moonstone and Diamond Heart Cluster Ring
Located in Banbury, GB
An exquisite moonstone and diamond ring from the early 20th century. This alluring and very unusual
Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Platinum

GIA Certified White Diamond Argyle Pink Diamond 18K Engagement Ring
By HYT Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This striking 18K gold ring features an exceptional quality Heart-shape White Diamond at its centre
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

2.71 Carat Heart-Shape Ruby Diamond Halo Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
2.71 Carat Heart-Shape Ruby Diamond Halo Platinum Ring A large and impressive heart-shape ruby
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Estate 5.51 Carat Heart Colombian Emerald Diamond Gold Ring
By De Maria fine&antique jewelry
Located in Napoli, NA
by sparkling round brilliant cut diamonds weighing .40 ct G color VVS1. CONDITION: Excellent METAL
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold

Yellow Diamond Heart Shape Eternity Band Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 7.21 ct. yellow diamond heart shapes (total of 14 stones) handmade in 18k yellow gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Yellow Gold

Heart Shaped Diamond Cocktail / Engagement Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in London, England
A sweet heart cut diamond single solitaire dress / engagement ring set in solid 18k white gold
Category

Early 2000s British Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

GIA White Diamond Heart Shape Eternity Band in 18k White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous GIA certified 7.07 ct. white diamond heart shapes. EFG color and VS1-Si2 clarity, total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, White Gold

Dazzling 18k Yellow gold Fancy Heart Ring with 0.78 ct Natural diamonds-AIG Cert
Located in רמת גן, IL
Beautiful halo ring made from 18k yellow gold accompanied by 4 mix color diamonds with 0.78 total
Category

2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Harry Winston AGL Certified 2.65 Carat Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
). The band is set with 40 diamonds weighing 0.78 carats total, D-F colors, VS clarity. Metal is platinum
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

8 Carat Heart Shape Diamond E SI1 GIA
Located in New York, NY
8 ct. Heart Shape diamond is surrounded by a halo of 30 small round diamonds (0.30 ct). Center
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum, Gold

2.61 Carat Fancy Brownish Yellow Heart Shape Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Shimon s Creations
Located in New York, NY
This stunning 1.96 carat heart shaped fancy brownish yellow diamond is set in a delicate pave
Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

GIA Certified Fancy Light Gray Blue Heart Diamond Halo Ring - Haruni Classic
Located in London, GB
a delicate 0.53ct heart-shaped diamond in an enticing blue-grey colour, surrounded by a gleaming
Category

2010s British Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany 1.06cts. Heart Shape Diamond Platinum Solitaire with All Papers
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Specifications: main stone:diamond carat total weight: 1.06 ct diamond color:G
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Sparkling 18k Rose Gold Ring with 0.55 ct Natural Diamonds IGI Certificate
Located in רמת גן, IL
An elegant pave ring with a dazzling 0.35 carat heart brilliant natural diamond. It has 0.20 carat
Category

2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

14K White Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Victoria, BC
Here is a beautiful and brand new 14k White Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring. This ring features a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold

Mid Century French GIA 4.52 Carats Sri Lanka Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
By Jack Weir and Sons
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Mid Century French GIA 4.52 Carats Heart Shape Sri Lanka Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Category

Vintage 1950s French Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Faint Blue Diamond Heart Ring, 3.01 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
A rare heart-shaped 3.01-carat faint blue diamond captivates the eye in this enchanting ring
Category

20th Century Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold

Tanzanite Heart, Green Garnet Square, and White Diamond Round Ring in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
purple color and 1.28 ct. of green garnet squares and white diamond rounds. Handmade in platinum. Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Garnet, Tanzanite, Platinum

Contemporary 1.48 Carats Heart Sapphire Diamond Platinum Three Stone Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
vibrant medium dark royal blue color Flanked by two heart cut diamond weighing in total approximately
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Made in New York Platinum 4.63 Cttw Heart Diamond Eternity Band Ring
By William Rosenberg
Located in Troy, MI
-VS1, D-F heart shaped diamonds set to fit in perfect harmony with one another. Why be ordinary when
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

3.20 Total Carat Fancy Purple Yellow Diamond Ladies Engagement Ring GIA
Located in New York, NY
White Gold -1.07 Carat Heart Cut Natural Diamond, GIA Certified (Report: 1102934980
Category

2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

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

14K White Gold Heart Shape Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K white gold heart shaped halo ring with 38 round brilliant-cut diamonds 0.28 carat (G/H color
Category

2010s American Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Harry Winston 0.80 ct Heart shape Diamond Solitaire Ring Pt 950 US 5.75
By Harry Winston
Located in Kobe, Hyogo
Item: Authentic Harry Winston Heart Shape Diamond Solitaire Ring Stones: Diamond ( Center Stone
Category

Early 2000s American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Natural Heart Shaped Zambian Emerald, Tanzanite Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and chic Emerald & Tanzanite Cocktail Ring set in 18K Gold & Diamonds. The heart
Category

2010s Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

AGL Certified 0.392 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow SI Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 2.92 grams
Category

2010s Asian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

AGL Certified 2.00 Carat Fancy Intense Green VS Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 4.692 grams
Category

2010s Asian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Sapphire Hearts with Round Diamonds Ring
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A stunning Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire Hearts with Round Diamonds Ring made in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Category

20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Fred Paris Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Fred Paris
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Fred Paris Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring. Featuring one heart shaped sapphire
Category

Vintage 1980s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GRS Certified Natural Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring - Vivid Green
Located in London, GB
Emerald: 1.4 carat Conflict free natural diamonds. Weight of diamonds: 1.8 carats Metal: 18K White Gold
Category

2010s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

GIA Certified Heart Shaped Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 1.25ct G/VVS2
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An exquisite 18k white gold heart shape diamond halo ring. The ring is set to the centre with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Glamorous 0.86ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k White Gold - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Glamorous 0.86ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k White Gold - GIA Certified Unveil the epitome of
Category

2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Enchanting 1.12ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Enchanting 1.12ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified Indulge in the timeless
Category

2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Stylish 1.43ct Diamonds Cocktail Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Stylish 1.43ct Diamonds Cocktail Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified Crafted in luxurious 18k
Category

2010s Israeli Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sophisticated 1.15ct Diamonds Halo Heart-Shaped Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Sophisticated 1.15ct Diamonds Halo Heart-Shaped Ring in 18k White Gold - GIA Certified This
Category

2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

【Énigma】Heart to Heart 18K Gold Baguette Diamond Emerald Heart Ring
Located in New York, NY
gems — a vivid, eye-clean 0.38ct emerald and a brilliant 0.35ct G-color diamond. Each gem is embraced
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Stunning 4.06ct Diamonds Heart-Shaped Halo Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Stunning 4.06ct Diamonds Heart-Shaped Halo Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified Delight in this
Category

2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Enchanting 1.00ct Double Excellent Ideal Cut Diamonds Pave Ring - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Enchanting 1.00ct Double Excellent Ideal Cut Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k White Gold - GIA Certified
Category

2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Lovely 1.34ct Double Excellent Ideal Cut Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
dazzling accent to the heart-cut diamond. Certified by GIA, this ring is a timeless symbol of elegance and
Category

2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lovely 1.16ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k White Gold - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Lovely 1.16ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 18k White Gold - GIA Certified This enchanting 18k white gold
Category

2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Unheated Heart Shape Ruby Diamond Bypass Ring in 18 K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
shape white diamond. Handmade in 18k yellow gold. This ring is even better in person! Ring size 6.5
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Stunning 18K Yellow Gold Heart Ring with 0.13 Ct Natural Diamonds
Located in רמת גן, IL
of a natural brilliant diamond. This ring comes with a beautiful box. -1 diamond main stone of 0.13
Category

2010s Singaporean Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.68 Carat, Natural, Heart-Shape Tanzanite and Diamond Halo Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
-Shape Tanzanite and 0.55 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum. Tanzanite's name was given by
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum

Captivating 0.80ct Diamond Solitaire Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Captivating 0.80ct Diamond Solitaire Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - GIA Certified This enchanting ring
Category

2010s Israeli Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rubies, Diamonds, 18 Karat Rose Gold Modern Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
by diamonds. Diamonds 0.89 ct Rubies 1.46 ct Total Weight 6.70gr RF +OUIA Italian Size 14 Usa Size
Category

2010s Italian Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

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Heart Cut Diamond Rings For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of heart cut diamond rings for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 82 vintage editions and 289 modern creations to choose from as well. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 18th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of heart cut diamond rings to choose from, but Contemporary and Modern heart cut diamond rings are of considerable interest. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Antinori Fine Jewels, Bulgari and Emilio! are consistently popular. A selection of heart cut, asscher cut and mixed cut can be found today on these pages. When shopping our range of heart cut diamond rings, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are Heart Cut Diamond Rings?

On average, heart cut diamond rings at 1stDibs sell for $7,617, while they’re typically $590 on the low end and $2,800,000 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.

Questions About Heart Cut Diamond Rings
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    There is no single most elegant cut of a diamond for a ring. Each cut has its own characteristics that can exude elegance, so you're free to choose the cut that appeals most to you. If you want your ring to sparkle, consider brilliant cuts like the round, princess, marquise, oval and pear. To put the spotlight on color and clarity, opt for stepped cuts like the emerald, Carr� and Asscher. Explore a wide range of diamond rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    There is no single best diamond cut for a ring. Any type of cut can be visually appealing, so which one you choose is a matter of personal preference. Round-cut rings are popular choices because they showcase the sparkle of diamonds and have a timeless shape. Other cuts that maximize sparkle include the princess, oval, pear and marquise cuts. Some things to look out for when shopping for gemstones are extinctions, which are dark spots on the stone, and windows, which are see-through areas created during the cutting process. These spots reduce the brilliance of a gemstone. Find a large selection of diamond rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A princess cut diamond ring is a genre of the diamond cuts often used in engagement rings. Possessing the technical name square modified brilliant, these rings are peculiarly crafted into a square or a rectangle shape, giving it an exquisite look of an inverted pyramid with four beveled sides. Shop a range of antique and vintage princess cut diamond rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    Rose-cut diamonds are uncommon in modern jewelry and are often associated with antique styles like Victorian or Georgian. The rose cut is circular like its namesake flower, with a flat top and a domed crown with either 12 or 24 facets. This cut dates back to the 16th century. Find a collection of antique and vintage rose-cut diamond rings on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An Asscher cut diamond ring is one that has a central stone with a square shape and a stepped cut. Its high crown and deep pavilion give the diamond a brilliant sparkling appearance. Shop a variety of Asscher cut diamond gemstone rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A brilliant-cut diamond ring is cut in such a way that it has numerous facets. Due to its facets, it reflects the maximum light. Shop for antique and vintage brilliant-cut diamond jewelry today on 1stDibs.