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Men’s Two-Toned Channel Set Diamond Wedding Band
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This Men’s Two-Toned Channel Set Diamond Wedding Band is a bold and refined statement piece crafted
Category

1990s Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

EGL Certified .58 Carat Pear Shaped Diamond Three-Stone Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1960's EGL Certified .58ct pear shaped Diamond three-stone gold engagement ring. This ring is a
Category

Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold

2.45ct Fancy Brown Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Men s Wedding Band 8.5mm
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Yellow Gold, 14k/18k Rose Gold, Platinum Ring Size: 10 (sizable) Primary Cut: Round Brilliant Cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rachel Koen Channel Set Diamond Wedding Band 14k Yellow Gold 0.30ctt
Located in New York, NY
This 14k yellow gold Men's wedding band is 5.50mm wide and features 10 round cut diamonds in a
Category

2010s American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

0.20ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Milgrain Groove Men s Wedding Band 6.0mm
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Milgrain Groove Men's Wedding Band is sleek, masculine, and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

14k Ancient Roman Style Gold Coin Ring with a reproduction of a Roman Solidus
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
craftsmanship of our Made in Italy men's gold ring, available in 14k or 18k gold. This stunning piece features a
Category

2010s Italian Classical Roman Fashion Rings

Materials

14k Gold

14 KT Gold Diamond Ring White Yellow 1960s
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning Mid-Century 14K White & Yellow Gold Diamond Ring. 4 Accent diamonds with a center diamond
Category

Vintage 1960s Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Mark Broumand 0.60 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Men s Engraved Wedding Band
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning 14k rose gold men's wedding band features intricate hand engraved details throughout
Category

2010s American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Mark Broumand Men s 0.50 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Eternity Wedding Band
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This men's diamond eternity wedding band showcases 0.50ct of round brilliant cut diamonds set in a
Category

2010s American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.05ct Natural Round cut Diamonds mens band 14kt Channel (9) Comfort Fit
Located in New York, NY
Men's Round cut diamonds Channel (9) band. 1.05ct. natural round cuts, Channel set diamonds. Vs-2
Category

2010s American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Men’s .15 Carat Natural Round Cut Diamonds Wide Band Bead 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
Men's Single cut (4) diamond wide graver etched band. .15ct. natural round cuts, bead set. Si-1
Category

2010s American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

.75 Carat Old Mine Diamond White Gold Unisex Gypsy Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
meets modern charm. Nestled securely in a sleek 14k white gold band, the .75ct old mine diamond catches
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.15ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Men s Engraved Wedding Band
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
: 14K White Gold, 14K Yellow Gold, 14K Rose Gold, Platinum Ring Size: 10 (sizable) Primary Cut: Round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

.55ct Natural Round Diamonds Cluster Ring 14kt
Located in New York, NY
Men's Round cut diamonds Cluster (7) Ring. .55ct. natural round cuts Diamonds. Vs-2 clarity. H
Category

2010s American Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

55 Carat Pear Shape Emerald Cabochon 5.5 Ct Diamond Ring /Pendant 14 Kt Gold
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Ring /pendant 14 Karat White Gold Approximately 5.5 Carats of Diamond , all are brilliant cut
Category

Early 2000s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.85ct Natural Three Stone Masculine Pave Beaded Flat Deck Mens Ring 14kt
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds Set ring. Durable Built. Si-1 clarity H color. 14kt yellow gold. 13.2 Grams Overall ring
Category

2010s American Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Old Hay Signet Ring Rock Quartz Stone Intaglio solid 14K Gold Ø 10.5 US/17gr
Located in SE
cent, the exact origin is unknown. Unisex model, for Men or Women if the size is right. The ring is
Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Arts and Crafts Signet Rings

Materials

Quartz, 14k Gold

Signet Hawk Ring Unisex solid 14K Rose Green Gold Ø US7.5 US/ 8.2gr
Located in SE
. Metal is solid 14 Rose Gold plated with a layer of 14K Green Gold over. Ca. early 20th. century, the
Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

18k Gold

1.70ct Natural Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Men s Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1.70Ct Natural Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Men's Ring Amazing looking piece! Suggested
Category

2010s American More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

3.69Ct Natural Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Men s Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
3.69Ct Natural Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Men's Ring Amazing looking piece! Suggested
Category

2010s American More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.50ct Natural Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Men s Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2.50Ct Natural Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Men's Ring Amazing looking piece! Suggested
Category

2010s American More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Solid White Gold Diamond Men s Matte Wedding Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14K Solid White Gold Diamond Men's Matte Wedding Ring Amazing looking piece! Suggested
Category

2010s American More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Black Onyx and Yellow Gold Signet Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage black onyx and 14 karat yellow gold Army Air Corps signet ring with a
Category

Vintage 1950s British Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 14 Karat Gold Textured Pinkie Band Ring
Located in Rotterdam, NL
solid 14 karat yellow gold. The band features a beautifully balanced engraved diamond pattern, with
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Band Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Gold

Starmap rings
By The Remarkable Goldsmiths
Located in Torquay, GB
Solid gold 14 carat ring showing the star from any place on earth at any time you choose. Perfect
Category

2010s British Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

10Ct Oval Shape Black Australian Opal Cocktail Ring 14 Kt Yellow Gold, SIZE 6.5
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 10 Ct Oval Shape Black Australian Opal Cocktail Ring 14 Kt Yellow Gold, SIZE 6.5
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.35Ct Natural Black White Diamond Men s Ring in 14K Solid White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
3.35Ct Natural Black & White Diamond Men's Ring in 14K Solid White Gold Amazing looking piece
Category

2010s American More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

5 Ct Oval Shape Black Australian Opal Cocktail Ring 14 Kt Yellow Gold , Unisex
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our captivating 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring featuring a breathtaking 5 carat
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

5.00 Carats Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Men s Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
5.00 Carats Impressive Red Ruby and Natural Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Men's Ring Suggested
Category

2010s American More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

7.70Ct Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14k Solid White Gold Men s Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
7.70Ct Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14k Solid White Gold Men's Ring Total Natural Red Ruby Weight
Category

2010s American More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

9.60 Carats Natural Amethyst and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Men s Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
9.60 Carats Natural Amethyst and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Men's Ring Amazing looking piece
Category

2010s American More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Ancient Roman Style Gold Coin Ring with a reproduction of a Roman Solidus
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
exquisite craftsmanship of our Made in Italy men's gold ring, available in 14k or 18k gold. This stunning
Category

2010s Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

6.10 Carats Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14k Solid Yellow Gold Men s Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
6.10 Carats Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Men's Ring Total Red Ruby Weight is
Category

2010s American More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

4.50 Carats Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Men s Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
4.50 Carats Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Men's Ring Total Red Ruby Weight is
Category

2010s American More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.30 Carat Natural Diamond and Blue Sapphire 14K Solid Yellow Gold Men s Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2.30 Carats Natural Diamond & Blue Sapphire 14K Solid Yellow Gold Men's Ring Amazing looking piece
Category

2010s American More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Crest Ring Signet Skull Emerald Memento Mori Style
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crest Skull Signet Ring by J DAUPHIN, part of the designer’s “Secret Doors” collection, is a 14k gold
Category

2010s Indian Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold Plate

Men s 14K White Gold 1/4 ct.TDW Diamond Channel Band Ring (G-H, VS1-VS2)
Located in New York, NY
This stunning 14 karat white gold Ring has massive princess cut diamonds embedded right at its
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Signet Ring Memento Mori Style Skull Emerald
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
gold and silver. The unisex design suits both men and women. The ring draws from historical themes of
Category

2010s Indian Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Platinum 14kt Rose Gold Natural Pink Diamond Eternity Ring, Custom-to-Order
By Rock N Gold Creations
Located in San Diego, CA
Platinum and 14kt Rose Gold Natural Pink & White Diamond Eternity Ring, Custom Made-to-Order Ring
Category

2010s American Modern More Jewelry

Materials

White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Alexandrite, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine,...

Men s Platinum 18kt Rose Ceylon Sapphire Pink Diamond Band Custom Made-To-Order
By Rock N Gold Creations
Located in San Diego, CA
Men's Platinum 18kt Rose Gold Ceylon Sapphire, Natural Pink Diamond Band Custom Made-To-Order
Category

2010s American Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Alexandrite, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue...

1.25 Carat Natural Diamond 14 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Men s Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1.25 Carats Natural Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Men's Ring Amazing looking piece! Total Natural
Category

2010s American More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.00 Carat Natural Diamond 14 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Men s Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1.00Ct Carats Natural Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Men's Ring Amazing looking piece! Total
Category

2010s American More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.75 Carat Natural Diamond 14 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Men s Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2.75Ct Natural Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Men's Ring Amazing looking piece! Total Natural
Category

2010s American More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.00 Carat Natural Diamond 14 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Men s Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
3.00Ct Natural Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Men's Ring Amazing looking piece! Total Natural
Category

2010s American More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.25 Carat Natural Diamond 14 Karat Solid White Gold Men s Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1.25 Carats Natural Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Men's Ring Amazing looking piece! Suggested
Category

2010s American More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

925 Sterling Silver Natural Citrine Unisex Marquise Solitaire Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
assurance of a high quality piece to wear and treasure. A great contemporary ring design that suits both Men
Category

2010s British Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Citrine, Sterling Silver

Heavy 5.00 Carat Natural Diamond 14 Karat Solid White Gold Men s Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heavy 5.00 Carats Natural Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Men's Ring Amazing looking piece! Total
Category

2010s American More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Heavy 5.65 Carat Natural Diamond 14 Karat Solid White Gold Men s Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heavy 5.65 Carats Natural Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Men's Ring Amazing looking piece! Total
Category

2010s American More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Heavy 0.90 Carat Natural Diamond 14 Karat Solid White Gold Men s Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heavy 0.90 Carats Natural Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Men's Ring Amazing looking piece! Total
Category

2010s American More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Heavy 5.80 Carat Natural Diamond 14 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Men s Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heavy 5.80Ct Natural Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Men's Ring Amazing looking piece! Total
Category

2010s American More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Heavy 5.00 Carat Natural Diamond 14 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Men s Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heavy 5.00Ct Natural Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Men's Ring Amazing looking piece! Total
Category

2010s American More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Platinum Round Brilliant Diamond Infinity Eternity Ring, Custom Made-To-Order
By Rock N Gold Creations
Located in San Diego, CA
Platinum and Round Brilliant Diamond Infinity Eternity Ring - Custom Made-to-Order Featured
Category

2010s American Modern More Jewelry

Materials

White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Alexandrite, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine,...

4.60 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond 14 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Men s Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
4.60 Carats Natural Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Men's Ring Amazing looking piece
Category

2010s American More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

5.35 Carat Natural Tanzanite and Diamond 14 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Men s Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
5.35 Carats Natural Tanzanite and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Men's Ring Amazing looking piece
Category

2010s American More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

6.30 Carat Natural Tanzanite and Diamond 14 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Men s Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
6.30 Carats Natural Tanzanite and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Men's Ring Amazing looking piece
Category

2010s American More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

5.70 Carat Natural Emerald and Diamond 14 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Men s Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
5.70 Carats Natural Emerald and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Men's Ring Amazing looking piece
Category

2010s American More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

5.10 Carat Natural Tanzanite and Diamond 14 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Men s Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
5.10 Carats Natural Tanzanite and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Men's Ring Amazing looking piece
Category

2010s American More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Mens 14k Gold Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact mens 14k gold diamond ring you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 14k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 199 vintage editions and 278 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect mens 14k gold diamond ring among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. A mens 14k gold diamond ring from Alberto, DGI and Effy — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also oval cut cut and emerald cut cut versions available here, too. Finding a mens 14k gold diamond ring for sale for men should be easy, but there are 116 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as women, too.

How Much is a Mens 14k Gold Diamond Ring?

The price for a mens 14k gold diamond ring starts at $396 and tops out at $66,800 with these rings, on average, selling for $2,499.

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.