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Vintage Tiffany Co. Vivid Pink Tourmaline Heart Cut 18k Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
cut. Fine jewellery houses like Tiffany only use the best diamonds and gemstones in their jewellery
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20th Century Solitaire Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany Co. Vivid Pink Tourmaline Heart Cut 18k Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
cut. Fine jewellery houses like Tiffany only use the best diamonds and gemstones in their jewellery
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20th Century Solitaire Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany Co. Vivid Orange Citrine Heart Cut 18k Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
, clarity and cut. Fine jewellery houses like Tiffany only use the best diamonds and gemstones in their
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20th Century Solitaire Rings

Materials

Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 2.40 Carat Natural Ruby Diamonds Ring 18 Karat Heart Cut
Located in New York, NY
, Red. 6.43 X 8.04 X 3.12mm Minor Heating. 1.04ct. side round cut diamonds G-color vs-2 clarity
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2010s American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

GIL Certified 1.62 Carat Natural Heart Cut Ruby Diamonds Ring 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
cut diamonds G-color vs-2 clarity. 14kt yellow gold. 5 Grams. Rings Size: 6.5 Measurement of top
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2010s American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 3.45 Carat Natural Sapphire Diamonds Ring 18 Karat Heart Cut
Located in New York, NY
diamonds. Vs-2 clarity, G-colors. 18kt. white gold. 7.6 grams. Deck of ring: 16.3 X 15.6mm Depth
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2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Tiffany Co. Vivid Blood Red Ruby Heart Cut 18k Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
jewellery houses like Tiffany only use the best diamonds and gemstones in their jewellery, this ruby is no
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20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany Co. Vivid Blood Red Ruby Heart Cut 18k Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
jewellery houses like Tiffany only use the best diamonds and gemstones in their jewellery, this ruby is no
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20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fine Tiffany Co. Vivid Green Peridot Heart Cut 18k Yellow Gold Band Ring 47
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
measures approx. 5mm. Fine jewellery houses like Tiffany only use the best diamonds and gemstones in their
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20th Century Solitaire Rings

Materials

Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Heart Cut Amethyst Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.6 grams. Totally is diamond 0.30 ct. The diamond is has H
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1990s European Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Van Cleef Arpels Mother Of Pearl Heart Cut 18k Yellow Gold Dome Ring
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels, who only use the finest diamonds and gemstones in their pieces. The mother of
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20th Century French Dome Rings

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1 Carat Heart Cut Colombian Emerald and Diamond Italian-Made 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Stunning heart cut Colombian emerald ring surrounded by round brilliant cut diamonds and 6 baguette
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

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

0.77 Carat Pear Heart Cut Diamond Band Ring 14k Yellow Gold Handmade Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Item Code :- SFR-2139 Gross Weight :- 2.21 gm 14k Yellow Gold Weight :- 2.06 gm Diamond Weight
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Heart Chalcedony Diamond Sapphire Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
in diamonds. Ring size - 3.25, ring top - 18mm x 22mm. Marked: 14k 585. Weight - 7.2 grams.
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20th Century More Rings

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

LB Exclusive Platinum 0.85 Carat Diamond and Ruby Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
heart-shaped ruby and a total of 0.85 carats of heart-shaped diamond stones.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

GIA Heart Shaped 3.01ctw Diamond Halo Vintage Engagement Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Pave Diamond Halo GIA 3.01ct HEART Shaped Diamond Engagement Platinum Ring There is
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Early 2000s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

14K White Gold 1.12ct Heart Diamond Ring, 2.12tdw
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies heart diamond ring in 14k white gold. Tests 14k and weighs 8.7 grams. The heart diamond
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20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 5.00 Carat Fancy Intense Heart Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
Fifth Avenue, Featuring one of the most gorgeous 5.00 carat natural fancy intense yellow Diamond heart
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond

1.37ct GIA Light Pink Heart Shape Diamond Ring
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
1.37 Carat Light Pink Heart Shape Diamond SI1 Clarity No fluorescence Set with 2 white diamond
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2010s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, Platinum

GIA 1.43 Carat Estate Vintage Heart Diamond Claddagh Wedding Plat Ring
Located in New York, NY
1.00ct (0.91ct) Heart Shape Center Diamond, GIA certified as J color, SI2 clarity; with measurements of
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Early 2000s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 2.00 Carat Heart Shape Diamond Engagement Ring
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 2.00 Carat Heart Shape Diamond Engagement Ring Timeless Classic Heart Shape Diamond
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2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Heart and Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Set in Platinum
Located in London, England
with a beautiful heart cut diamond of an impressive size which is three claw set within an open back
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1990s Unknown Retro Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 4 Carat D Internally Flawless Type IIa Heart Diamond
Located in Chicago, IL
This extraordinary 4 carat heart brilliant diamond is a masterpiece of rarity and beauty, certified
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2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany Co. Ring 5.87ct Sphene Heart GIA Certified Platinum Halo Diamond Sz 7
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Northbrook, IL
to turn heads. The ring is accented by a halo of diamonds, adding even more sparkle to its already
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2010s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

14.80 Carat Heart-Shaped Tanzanite and Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
beautiful violetish blue color and 1.31 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum. Tanzanite is named after
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2010s Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum

Goshwara Pink Tourmaline Heart And Diamond Ring
By Goshwara
Located in New York, NY
Pink Tourmaline Heart Ring with Diamonds in 18K Yellow Gold, from 'G-One' Collection Gemstone
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Ruby Diamond Gold Heart Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
round cut rubies weighing 0.35 carats as well as round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 0.56 carats. Made
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21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

AIG Certified 9.50 Carats Natural Burma Ruby 3.40 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
carats, in perfect heart cut, spectacular color, fine quality, and 204 pieces of natural Diamonds in
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Eostre Emerald Heart and Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Melbourne, AU
18k gold Main emerald 1.22ct Natural diamonds 0.144 ct in vs clarity and E/F colour Ring is set in
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2010s Australian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 5.20 Carat Heart Shape Diamond Platinum Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
An exquisite certified 5.20 carat heart shape diamond totally eye clean and full of life! The
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2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

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
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2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

AGL Certified 0.173 Carat Fancy Blue VS Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 2.97 grams
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2010s Asian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.83 carats pink diamond fancy cut ring
Located in New York, NY
. Five alluring fancy-cut pink diamonds, weighing 0.52 carats, stand as the star attractions. These
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2010s Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

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Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian Heart Shaped Diamond and Ruby Halo Ring, circa 1900s
Located in London, GB
An absolutely stunning Victorian ring, highlighting a old heart shaped diamond. This hand cut stone
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

3 Carat Eternity Wedding Band Heart Shape Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Eternity ring features approximately 3.04ct of vibrant heart shape diamonds set in an elegantly
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2010s Italian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold

Estate White Diamond Heart Shape and Coral Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 0.55 ct white diamond heart shape with 0.98 ct. good quality white diamond rounds. Light
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21st Century and Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Coral, White Diamond, Yellow Gold

I Flawless GIA Certified 10 Carat Heart Shape Diamond
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
INTERNALLY FLAWLESS GIA Certified 10 Carat Heart Shape Diamond None fluorescence
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2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

AGL Certified 0.092 Carat Fancy Intense Green SI1 Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 2.94 grams
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2010s Asian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14k Vintage Garnet and Diamond Clover Motif Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
burgundy color almandine garnets, approximately 2.56 TCW, centering a round faceted diamond, approximately
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Late 20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

15.27 Carat Tanzanite and Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
A beautiful, one of a kind 15.27 carat vivid blue Tanzanite with 0.9 carat VS quality Diamonds, all
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Syna Yellow Gold Rubellite Ring with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Rubellite 6 carats approx. Diamonds 0.30 carat approx. Ring size US
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2010s American Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rubelite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

6.22 Carat Colombian Special Cut Emerald and 1.70 Carat White Diamond Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
diamond. This emerald has a unique cut and pattern which enhances the brilliance of the stone. The details
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2010s Japanese Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Syna Yellow Gold Peridot Ring with Champagne Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Peridot 6 carats approx. Champagne diamonds 0.30 carat approx. Ring
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2010s American Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Estate Burma Heart Shape Ruby and White Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
white diamond rounds. Handmade 18k white gold mounting in size 5.5. Mint condition. Comes with GIA.
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, White Gold

GRS Certified 3.50 Carat Heart Shape Vivid Red Ruby Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Centering on a heart shaped emerald framed by two rows of diamonds Metal: Platinum Diamonds: 72
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2010s British Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby

3 Carat Heart Shape Diamond Engagement Ring GIA Certified K SI2
Located in New York, NY
Elaina 3 Carat K SI2 Heart Shape Diamond Engagement Ring in 18k White Gold By Mike Nekta. GIA
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2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

2 Carat Heart Shape Diamond Engagement Ring GIA Certified H VVS1
Located in New York, NY
Saylor 2 Carat H VVS1 Heart Shape Diamond Engagement Ring in 18k White Gold By Mike Nekta GIA
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2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

AGL Certified Minor 23+ Ct Heart Shape Colombian Emerald Diamond 18 Kt Ring
Located in New York, NY
AGL Certified Minor 23+ Ct Heart Shape Colombian Emerald & Diamond 18 Kt Ring 23.08 Carat Heart
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Early 2000s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Important Certified 10.05 Carat Heart Shape Yellow Diamond Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
A beautiful 10.05 Fancy Light Yellow, perfect heart shaped Diamond, SI 1 quality, with 1.26 carat
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

18K White Gold Fancy Heart Shaped Diamonds Cluster Cocktail Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Please check out the HD video! This is a ring with nice larger heart shaped diamonds! The ring is
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2010s Hong Kong Cluster Rings

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

Heart Shape Diamond Yellow Gold 18K Ring Late 20th Century
Located in Geneva, CH
Heart Shape Diamond on Yellow Gold 18K Ring. Diamond dimensions: approx. 6.75 x 5.95 x 3.09 mm. In
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Late 20th Century European Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Emerald and Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Ring, circa 1910
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Victorian emerald and diamond 14K yellow gold, silver topped emerald ring featuring 1 heart
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20th Century Victorian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

10 Karat Yellow Gold Onyx and Diamond Heart Ring Size 7.25 #18646
Located in Washington Depot, CT
10 Karat Yellow Gold Onyx and Diamond Heart Ring Size 7.25 This stunning ring features one heart
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20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alexander 1.84ct Heart Diamond D-F VVS2/VS1 Half Eternity Band Platinum
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning heart shape diamond eternity band, By Alexander Beverly Hills. 6 heart brilliant diamonds
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2010s American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Natural Purple Madagascar Sapphire and Diamond Heart Ring
Located in Denver, CO
surrounded by a double halo of seventy-six round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 0.71 carats. Set in 18K
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21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

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

C. Dunaigre Certified Heart Shape Green Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
weighing approximately 6 carats, accented by rows of custom cut baguette diamonds and round diamonds for a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Green Sapphire

GIA 5.06ct Estate Vintage Heart Diamond Engagement Wedding Rose Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
GIA 5.06ct HEART Shaped Diamond Engagement Wedding Ring. Elegant and Impressive, Timeless Micro
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2010s Romantic Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k 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.