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Men s 14k White Yellow Gold 0.40ctw Pave Diamond Wide Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Total Carat Weight: 0.40ctw (approx.) Material: 14K Solid White Gold w/ Yellow Gold Accents Weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Men’s 14K Gold Channel-Set Diamond Band
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Crafted in rich 14K yellow gold, this men's ring showcases a sleek and timeless design with a bold
Category

Early 2000s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Yellow Gold Pave Diamond Men s Ring - 14k Round .50ctw Geometric Cluster
Located in Greensboro, NC
& 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .50ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G -H
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

White Gold Diamond Men s Wedding Band 14k Baguette Princess .50ctw Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 9 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k White Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Mens Diamond Ring 14K Gold Band Old 1.38 TDW Vintage Cluster
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Mens Diamond Ring 14K Gold Band Old 1.38 TDW Vintage Cluster This amazing vintage ring for a
Category

Mid-20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Men s Wedding Ring - 14k Round 1/3ctw Four-Stone Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
& 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1/3ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G - H
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Mens Natural Diamond Ring 14K Gold Vintage .45 Tdw Three Stones
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Mens Natural Diamond Ring 14K Gold Vintage .45 TDW Three stones This estate ring for a man is
Category

Late 20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Square Grid Men s Natural Diamond Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
it a distinguished presence. Made in 14k solid gold, this ring is perfect for celebrations, formal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

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

14k White and Yellow Gold Striped Round Diamond Cluster Mens Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Natural round cut diamonds set in a 14k solid white gold ring setting. The ring shank is lined with
Category

2010s Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Sapphire and Diamond Mens Wide Band Ring in 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
stones in a classic men's pinky ring symmetrical pattern. 14k solid gold with a shiny polished finish
Category

2010s Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

Modern Men’s 1.50 Carat Fancy Champagne White Diamonds Ring 14k White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Modern Men’s 1.50 Carat Fancy Champagne & White Diamonds Ring 14k White Gold: princess cut diamonds
Category

2010s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Vintage Men s Ring - 14k European .33ct Buttercup Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .33ct Cut: European Color: Champagne
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mens Channel Set Diamond Band Ring 14k White Gold Size 11.5
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k White Gold Diamond Count: 10 brilliant cut Total Diamond Carat
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Mens Vintage Ruby and Diamond Retro Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Style: Statement Ring Ring Size: 11.75 (resizing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Men s Ring - 14k Round Brilliant 1.10ctw Nugget Cluster
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 11 Sizing Fee: Up 1 size for $50 or Down 1 size for $30 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men s Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Men's Diamond Ring A ring featuring five baguette cut diamonds set in 14 karat yellow gold Ring
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14k White Gold GIA 31.95ct Star Sapphire and Diamond Men s Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage men’s ring centers on a dramatic 31.95-carat star sapphire whose asterism shimmers
Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Star Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Men s Ring - 14k Round Brilliant 0.48ctw Ribbed
Located in Greensboro, NC
will remove the hallmarks. Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

2.75ct Diamond mens ring 14KT gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Modern mens diamond ring made in 14KT white gold with natural square diamonds. Diamonds are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Yellow Gold Blue Diamond Men s Ring - 14k Princess 1.00ctw Cluster Treated
Located in Greensboro, NC
Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Treatment: Color Enhanced (blue) Carat(s
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

0.90ct Mens Diamond ring 14KT gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Lovely mens ring masculine and classical made with princess cut and round cut diamonds in 14KT gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Mens Diamond Ring 14K Gold Band .75ct Old European Solitaire Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This amazing vintage ring is finely crafted in solid 14K Yellow Gold and set with a solitaire Old
Category

20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Sapphire Diamond Mens Engagement Ring in Solid 14k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Blue Sapphire Diamond Mens Engagement Ring in 14K Gold featuring natural blue sapphire of 1.68
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men s Ring with 0.35 Carats Diamonds in 14K Gold
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K white gold men's ring with 9 round brilliant cut diamonds 0.35 carat total weight. * Finger
Category

2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond

7 Carat Blue Star Sapphire Cabochon Diamond 14K Gold Nugget Mens Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This bold 14K yellow gold nugget-style men’s ring features a 7 carat blue star sapphire cabochon
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men’s Custom 40.72 Grams Tanzanite Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size 12.5
Located in Carmel By The Sea, CA
Men’s Custom Tanzanite & Diamond Ring – 14K Yellow Gold – 40.72 Grams – Size 12.5 🡆 Description
Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men’s Vintage Bolt Design 0.18 Carat Princess Cut Diamonds Ring 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Men’s Vintage Bolt Design 0.18 Carat Princess Cut Diamonds Ring 14k Gold. Very unique ring
Category

Vintage 1980s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.20ct Diamond Solitaire Men s Ring 14k Yellow Gold Size 11.5 Band Wedding
Located in McLeansville, NC
Clarity - VS2 Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 8.3 Grams Stamps: 14k Face Height: 7.6 mm Rise Above
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Men s Diamond Wedding Band 0.30ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Men's 14k yellow gold and diamond wedding band. Stamped 14k and weighs 5.6 grams. The diamonds are
Category

Late 20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

4.40ct Natural Blue Sapphire Diamond 14k Solid White Gold Men s Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
4.40 Carats Natural Blue Sapphire & Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Men's Ring Total Natural Blue
Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

14K Solid Gold Diamond Edge Band for Men
Located in Chicago, IL
14K Solid Gold Diamond Edge Band For Men Wedding Anniversary Expensive Gift Light weight can be
Category

2010s Indian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage 14k White Gold 3.52ct Star Sapphire and 0.51tcw Diamond Men s Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage 14k white gold dome ring features a vibrant star sapphire centerpiece, beautifully
Category

20th Century Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Star Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Men s Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Men's Round Cut Diamond Ring. A ring featuring a round cut center diamond approximately .85
Category

Vintage 1980s Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men s Ribbed 14k Gold 1.91ctw GIA Princess Cut Diamond Solitaire Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This bold men's ring is crafted in solid 14k yellow gold featuring a ribbed & grooved design and is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Men s Wedding Band - 14k Round .15ctw Channel Set Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .15ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: H - I Clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men s Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Men's Diamond Ring. A ring consisting of round cut diamonds set as initials in 14 karat yellow
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Men s Diamond Ring Cluster Diamonds Men Ring 14 Karat Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage pre-owned in great condition needs some cleaning Mens Diamond Ring 14k Yellow Gold approx
Category

1990s Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Mens Light Champagne Diamond Row Crossover Band Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 9 (resizing available for a fee) Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Men s Wedding Band - 14k Round .60ctw Three-Stone Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
& 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .60ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: J - K
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Men s 14k Yellow Gold 0.90ctw Round Diamond Floating Style Wide Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Clarity - 0.90ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 11.13 Grams Ring Size: 11.0 (Fitted
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1.28ct GIA Natural Diamond Retro Men’s Ring in Two-Tone Gold 14k
Located in Miami, FL
Bold and timeless, this vintage men’s ring showcases a GIA-certified 1.28 carat round brilliant-cut
Category

Vintage 1970s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

21.00CT Star Sapphire/ Diamond Men s Ring set in 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
enigmatic star, it's also surrounded by Round Brilliant Diamonds 1.45CT,GH, VS2-SI. Set in 14K White Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Aesthetic Movement Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Star Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Men s Ring Diamond Men Ring Cluster Diamonds 14 Karat Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage pre-owned in great condition needs some cleaning Mens Diamond Ring 14k Yellow and White
Category

1990s Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Vintage Men s 14k Gold Gia 1.55ctw Old Diamond Solitaire Column Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
(exact) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold w/ White Gold Top Weight: 9.28 Grams Ring Size: 10 (Fitted on a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

3/8 Carat Milgrain Men’s Ring in 14k Gold
Located in Tustin, CA
Discover timeless elegance with our 3/8 Carat Milgrain Men’s Ring, crafted in luxurious 14K white
Category

2010s American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Vintage Retro Men s 14K Gold Old Transitional Diamond Solitaire W/ Sapphire Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This beautiful vintage men's ring was crafted in solid 14k white gold and features a very fine
Category

Vintage 1940s Retro Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Dollar Sign Men s Ring- 14k Round Brilliant .30ctw Bling
Located in Greensboro, NC
& 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .30ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: H - I
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Gold 1.15tcw Emerald Diamond Men s Signet Ring, Bezel Set Green Emerald
Located in Jupiter, FL
Elevate your style with our distinguished Men's Emerald and Diamond Ring, a bold and captivating
Category

2010s Zambian Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

White Gold Diamond Men s Wedding Band - 14k Round .60ctw Channel Set Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .60ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: I - J Clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K Yellow Gold Men’s Diamond Cluster Signet
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This Men’s Diamond Cluster Gold Signet Ring is a bold and distinguished piece crafted entirely from
Category

1990s Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Men s Oval Green Water Jade and 6 Diamond Ring, 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Men's Oval Green Water Jadeite Jade and 6 Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold. This stunning jade has a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Geometric Round Solitaire Natural Diamond Men Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
SGL. This geometric diamond ring showcases a round natural diamond bezel set at the center of a wide
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

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

Yellow Gold Diamond Men s Wedding Band - 14k Round .25ctw Channel Set Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .25ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

White Gold Diamond Men s Wedding Band - 14k Round Brilliant .50ctw Milgrain Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .50ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: H - I Clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Mens Diamond Wedding Band .80cttw 14k White Gold
Located in Sugar Land, TX
Diamond Color: G/H Diamond Clarity: SI1/SI2 Total Stones: 13 Band Material: 14k White Gold Band Width: 6mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Ladies or Mens Diamond Ring Band 14K White Gold 1.05 TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Ladies or Mens Diamond Ring Band 14K White Gold 1.05 TDW This vintage ring is made in solid 14K
Category

Vintage 1960s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

5.40 Carats Natural Diamonds Men’s Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Classy 5.40 Cts Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds Men's Iced Out Heavy Ring In Stamped 14K White Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k 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.