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Italian 2000s 18K Yellow Gold and Diamond Dome Ring, 0.30 ct Center Brilliant
Located in Firenze, FI
diamond sparkles with refined brilliance, set within a bold yet harmonious design that reflects the
Category

Early 2000s Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

GIA shy 4.0ctw HEART Shaped Diamond Halo Estate Vintage Engagement Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
There is nothing more ROMANTIC than this exquisite 3.91ctw Heart Shaped Diamond Platinum Engagement
Category

2010s Romantic Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco style 1.14 carat heart sapphire diamond platinum bombe ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
European cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.80 carats, each stone offering brilliant sparkle with F-G
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

GIA Certified 2.01 Carat Fancy Light Yellow VS1 Clarity Diamond
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 7.09 grams
Category

2010s Asian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany Co. Soleste 1.66ct Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1.66-carat Fancy Intense Yellow diamond, expertly cut into a romantic heart shape and graded VVS1 for
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Heart Shaped Tanzanite Diamond Gold Ring
By Baume
Located in Poitiers, FR
heart, the centrepiece is a claw set tanzanite heart surrounded by diamonds. The bed and sides of the
Category

20th Century French Romantic Engagement Rings

Materials

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

0.87 Carat Natural Colombian Vivid-Green Emerald Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning ring featuring a 0.87 Carat Natural Colombian Emerald and 1.12 Carats of Diamond Accents
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

AIG Certified 4.20 Carat Natural Ruby 1.90 Carat Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
captivating allure of white mixed shape diamonds that embrace this gemstone like a constellation of eternal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Heart Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger or smaller upon request. FOLLOW MEGHNA
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

14KT Yellow Gold Heart Shaped Peridot and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
A striking Peridot and Diamond Ring, featuring a captivating 2.66ct Heart-cut Peridot set in 14k
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 7.0 Carat Heart Shape Pink Diamond Cocktail Ring
By GEMME
Located in New York, NY
Heart Shape Diamond weighing 7.0 Carat with GIA certificate stating the Diamond is of Fancy Pink
Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pink Diamond, Platinum

GIA 1.19ct Heart-Shaped Diamond Ring 18kt
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful heart-shaped diamond ring crafted in 18kt white gold. This ring features a GIA-Certified
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18kt White Gold Ring with Diamond and Heart Shaped Sapphire
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18kt white gold gia certified sapphire and diamond ring, the center stone is 3.00 carats heart
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

3.4 Carat Pink Halo Green Heart Diamond Engagement Ring
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
This rare 3.42-carat Fancy Grayish Yellowish Green heart-modified brilliant diamond stands at the
Category

2010s American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

AGL Certified 3.00 Carat Fancy Green SI Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 5.097 grams
Category

2010s Asian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Heart Shape Amethyst with Diamond Ring set in 14K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Amethyst 25.23 carats with Diamond 0.25 carat Ring set in 14K Gold Settings Width: 2.7 cm Length
Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold

AGL Certified 0.098 Carat Fancy Yellow VS Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 4.28 grams
Category

2010s Asian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Magnificent 3.46ct Spinel and Diamonds Double Halo Cocktail Ring
Located in רמת גן, IL
Magnificent 3.46ct Spinel and Diamonds Double Halo Cocktail Ring in 14k White Gold - GIA Certified
Category

2010s Israeli Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Spinel, 14k Gold, White Gold

Heart Shaped Diamond Platinum Ring (Approx. 0.90-Carats) Heart-Shaped Cluster
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite ring showcases a captivating approx. 0.90-carat heart-shaped diamond at its center
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Yellow Diamond Heart Shape Eternity Band Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 7.36 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

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Heart Shape 1.05ct J Si1 Diamond Heart Solitaire Ring
Located in New York, NY
A vintage 14k yellow gold solitaire ring featuring a beautifully faceted an old heart shape diamond
Category

20th Century Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Enamel 14 Karat Gold Diamond Heart Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 14-karat gold, this ring is hand set with .55 carats of sparkling diamonds. Personalize
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

GIA Certified 1.27 Carat Heart Shape Diamond Cluster Ring 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Diamond Heart Cut Halo cluster ring. 1.27ct. Natural Heart Shape diamond G color I
Category

2010s American Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified Investment-Grade Diamond — 60 Carats, D Color, VVS1 Clarity
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
GIA Certified Investment-Grade Diamond — 60 Carats, D Color, VVS1 Clarity This is not just a
Category

2010s American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Dunaigre Certified 11.06ct Heart-Shaped Emerald Pear Diamond Platinum Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
enhancement typical of fine emeralds. The heart‑shaped gem is flanked by a matched pair of pear‑cut diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 4.04 Carat Fancy Light Pink Heart Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
!  Featuring an adoringly gorgeous heart shape diamond certified by Gia as Natural Fancy Light Pink with brown
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Pink Diamond

Platinum 0.78 Karat Tanzanite 0.50 Karat White Diamonds Love Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Platinum 0.78 Karat Tanzanite 0.50 Karat White Diamonds Love Ring This intese ring is handcrafted
Category

2010s Italian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum

Felger Inc. 1940 s Amethyst Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Vintage Heart Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
color and prong set in tall basket Flanked by approximately 0.24 carat of transitional cut diamonds G
Category

Vintage 1940s Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Vintage 1980s 1.00 Carat Ruby 0.90 Carat Emerald Hearts Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Heart-Shaped Emerald weighing approximately 0.90 carat. The ring features 44 Round Brilliant Diamonds
Category

Vintage 1980s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold

CERTIFIED 3.18 Carat HEART shape Ruby and Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum
Located in NEW YORK, NY
22 round brilliant diamonds on the side. Set in a platinum band accented with diamonds. Colorless
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

GIA Certified 2.61 Carat Natural Fancy Yellow Heart Diamond 18K Engagement Ring
Located in Westport, CT
brilliant cut natural fancy yellow diamond, with near-flawless VVS2 clarity and a rich natural fancy yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified .61ct Heart Diamond Ring 14kt Classic G/I1
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified .61ct. Heart cut diamond ring. Report: 6217193355 G-color, I1 Clarity Side
Category

2010s American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.64 Carat Diamond Heart Shape Eternity Ring 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
Our Dazzling Eternity Ring is handcrafted from 18 heart shaped cut diamonds that are ideal cut and
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 1.00 Carat Faint Pinkish Brown SI2 Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 4.94 grams
Category

2010s Asian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 1.00 Carat Fancy Greenish Yellow VS1 Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 5.89 grams
Category

2010s Asian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 1.53 Carat Light Green Yellow SI2 Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 5.91 grams
Category

2010s Asian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Heart amethyst and diamonds double halo 14k gold ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Heart amethyst and diamonds 14k gold ring. Heart amethyst gold ring. Amethyst diamond double halo
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Ring set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Yellow Sapphire 3.25 carats, Yellow Sapphire 0.67 carat and Diamond 0.39 carat Ring set in 18K Gold
Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold

IGI CERTIFIED Yellow Heart Diamond and Oval Diamond Toi Et Moi Ring in 18k Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
symbolizes love and translates to "you and me". Yellow Heart Cut Diamond Weight: 0.71 carat Color: Light
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified 2.03 Carat Fancy Light Greenish Blue Heart-Shaped Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
GIA Certified 2.03 Carat Fancy Light Greenish Blue Heart-Shaped Diamond Ring The centerpiece of
Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Diamond, Platinum

0.40 carat Heart Shaped Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 14k White Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
Beautiful and elegant diamond solitaire ring showcasing a heart shaped diamond weighing
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 0.85 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Ring
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
of round-cut diamonds and 0.13 carats of unique trapezoid-cut diamonds, adding sparkle that frame the
Category

2010s Burmese Engagement Rings

Materials

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

AGL Certified 0.435 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: 2.43 grams
Category

2010s Asian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Yellow Gold and Platinum 4.14 Carat Heart Diamond Bezel Engagement Ring
Located in Cape May, NJ
Era: New  Composition: 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum Primary Stone: Heart Natural Diamond Carat
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified 8.39 Carat Fancy VIVID Yellow Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Stunning Fancy VIVID Yellow heart Cut Diamond, weighing an impressive 8.39 ct. This exceptional
Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified Engagement Ring with 2.01 Carat H VS1 Heart Shape Diamond
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Engagement Ring with 2.01ct H VS1 Heart Shape Diamond Center stone: 2.01ct H VS1
Category

2010s American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

2.01 Carat Fancy Light Brownish Greenish Yellow VS2 Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 5.46 grams
Category

2010s Asian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

4.12 Carat Neon Blue Heart Paraiba Tourmaline Round Diamond White Gold ring
By Shimon s Creations
Located in New York, NY
1 Neon Blue Heart Paraiba Tourmaline Gemstone: 2.93 Carats 289 White Round Diamonds: 1.19 Carats
Category

2010s Fashion Rings

Materials

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

14K Solid Gold Heart Shape Emerald Diamond Thick Pinky Ring Textured Gold
By Gad Co.
Located in Miami, FL
-cut emerald paired with sparkling round diamonds, set in solid 14K yellow gold with a textured shank
Category

2010s North American Romantic Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold

One Carat Heart Shaped Solitaire Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Product Summary ♥ Main Stone: Diamond Approx. Diamond Carat Weight: 1.00cttw Diamond Clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.77 Carat Floating Fancy Yellow Heart Diamond Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
By Gad Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Floating Fancy Yellow Heart Diamond & Diamond Engagement Ring Crafted from both platinum 950 and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

GIA White Diamond Heart Shape Eternity Band Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 12.02 ct. white diamond heart shapes in a handmade 18k white gold mounting. Color of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, White Gold

Rossella Ugolini 18K Gold Pink Tourmaline White Diamonds Engagement Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini 18K Gold Pink Tourmaline White Diamonds Engagement Ring. At its heart lies a
Category

2010s Italian Romantic Engagement Rings

Materials

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

French Art Deco Heart Opal and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful opal and diamond ring crafted in France during the pinnacle of the Art
Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Platinum

11.02-Carat Heart-Shaped Diamond Ring D Color Internally Flawless Type IIA
Located in Mumbai, IN
This exquisite 11.02-carat heart-shaped diamond ring is the ultimate expression of love and luxury
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

14 Karat White Gold Heart Diamond Engagement Ring Size 5.5 #17619
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Heart Engagement Ring This sparkling engagement ring features one
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Heart Diamond 14 Karat Two Tone Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger or smaller upon request. FOLLOW MEGHNA
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k 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 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.
  • 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.