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.55ct. mens natural round diamond ring 14kt gold Gothic
Located in New York, NY
Men's round diamond & Statement ring. .55ct. center round diamond. Full Cut, Brilliant Vs-2
Category

2010s American Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Diamond Chased Gold Men’s Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1890 This highly unusual antique 14K gold ring is chased with two profile busts of an
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond

.75 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Three Row Men s Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Stylish three row flat top .75 carat round brilliant cut 27 diamond ring set in 14k yellow gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Gold Diamond Men s Wedding Band - 14k Rd 1.08ctw Channel Set Ring Sz 6 3/4
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 3/4 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1.08ctw
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

.42 Carat Diamond Yellow White Gold Mens Band Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Men's two row diamond band ring. 14 round diamonds set in a 14k yellow and white gold setting
Category

Late 20th Century Band Rings

Materials

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

1ct Black Diamonds Circular Mens Ring 14kt gold 12428
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
1 ct black diamonds ring .75ct white diamonds. G-color Vs-2 clarity. 14kt white gold. 12.3 grams
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Black and White Diamonds Men s Ring
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted Men ring is mounted on 14K White gold and feature 16 round brilliant cut diamonds and
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2010s American Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Garnet Diamond Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
A bold statement from the Retro era, this vintage men’s ring pairs warm 14K yellow gold with a
Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Band Rings

Materials

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

Men s 1.10ct Princess Cut Diamond Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This bold men's wedding band is crafted with simplicity and sophistication. Made of 14k white gold
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Men s 2.00ct Princess Cut Diamond Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
: Natural Certification: Yes Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Ring Size: 10 (sizable) Primary Cut: Princess Cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.35tcw 14K Colombian Emerald-Asscher Cut Diamond Accent Half Moon Men s Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Setting Style: Prong/Pave Setting Material: 14K Yellow Gold Setting Weight: 10.9 Grams Main Stone
Category

2010s American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men s Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Men's Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Ring A white gold ring set with a cabochon emerald, accented by
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20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Men s 0.35ct Sapphire and Diamond Wedding Band in 14k White Gold 8.5mm
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This refined 14K white gold men's wedding band features a satin brushed center, accented by
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Retro Men s 0.65 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Two Tone Gold 14K
Located in Los Angeles, CA
lots of texture and depth Band: 12.2 at widest point tapering down to 3.9mm 8 grams 14K 2 tone gold
Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Pavé 3.62 Carats Baguettes Round Shape Diamonds Men’s Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
ELEVATE YOUR STYLE WITH THIS STUNNING MEN'S ENGAGEMENT RING . CRAFTED WITH 14K YELLOW GOLD, THIS
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

14K 5MM Men s Band
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Stone: Round Melee Diamonds Diamond Color and Clarity: G+, VS Band Width
Category

2010s American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Bold 14K Yellow Gold and Diamond Octagonal Signet Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A striking men’s octagonal signet ring crafted in solid 14K yellow gold, showcasing a brilliant
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Vintage 1980s Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Men s Angled Wedding Band - 14k Round .72ctw Channel Set
Located in Greensboro, NC
: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .72ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid-Century 1.57ct Diamond Ring in 14k White Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
This striking men’s ring is crafted in 14k white gold and showcases a bold 1.57 carat round
Category

Mid-20th Century Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond in 14K Yellow Gold Band Open Bar Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Open Gold Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold Band Open Bar Ring Women/men Unisex Ring. Additional
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2010s Indian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

1ct Mens diamond wedding band diamond ring unisex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Unique geometric diamond ring made with 1ct of diamonds VS-SI clarity and G color. The ring is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

.45ct natural diamond Mens Bright Swirl Ring 14kt Gold 21441
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
.45ct Natural Diamond Ring Mens Swirl sandblast design J-color I-1 Clarity 10mm wide 6mm depth Size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

14k Gold Men s Ring - Handcrafted in Italy by Oltremare Gioielli, Made to Order
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
14k Gold Men's Ring - Handcrafted in Italy by Oltremare Gioielli, Made to Order Celebrate the
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2010s Italian Classical Roman Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Magic Glo 1.56 Carat Diamond Halo Yellow Gold Men s Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Bold and masculine Magic Glo men's square top diamond ring. 1 round brilliant cut center diamond
Category

Late 20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Black Onyx Diamond Yellow Gold Men s Substantial Ring
Located in New York, NY
This classic men's substantial ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and set with a square black onyx
Category

Vintage 1970s American More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold

Men s Chocolate, White Light Yellow Diamond Ring
Located in Webster, NY
Impressive 4.68CTW Chocolate, Light Yellow & White diamond encrusted ring crafted in 14k white gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Half Carat Diamond Men s Gold Band in 14k Gold, Designed and Crafted in Italy
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
Made to order Italian-Made Men's Wedding Band: 14k Gold with Natural Half-Carat Diamond, Inspired
Category

2010s Italian Classical Roman Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Men s Onyx and Diamond Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Vintage men's Onyx & Diamond ring in 14K yellow gold. This beautiful ring features a rectangular
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men s 14K White and Yellow Gold Two Tone Ring with One Round Diamond 0.25 Carats
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K white yellow gold mens ring with one round brilliant-cut diamond weighing 0.25 carat: G
Category

Early 2000s American Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men s 0.50ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Eternity Wedding Band in 14k White Gold
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
of pavé-set round brilliant cut diamonds. This setting is crafted in a modern 14k white gold with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Three Stone Diamond 0.66ctw 14K Yellow Gold Band Ring
Located in Sewickley, PA
This elegant antique-inspired ring is crafted in rich 14k yellow gold and set with three old
Category

Vintage 1930s North American Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold Cabochon Emerald Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in beverly hills, CA
The ring is hand made of 14k gold and features a classic 3-stone style. The center stone is a large
Category

Late 20th Century Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14KT Yellow Gold Oval Ruby and Diamond Satin Finish Men’s Ring
Located in New York, NY
Bold yet refined, this men’s ring showcases a striking oval ruby at the center, weighing 0.85ctw
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hand-Made 14K Yellow Gold Ring with Diamonds Size 10.25
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
Hand-Made Ring with Diamonds Material 14K yellow Gold Diamonds 9.75ct Diamond Clarity VS Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Radiant Cut Diamond Wide Band Halo Men’s Statement Ring 14K White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Radiant Cut Diamond Wide Band Halo Men’s Statement Ring 14K White Gold Jewelry This ring showcases
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Dome Rings

Yellow Gold Diamond Men s Wedding Band - 14k Round 1/3ctw Three-Stone Bypass
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

14k Solid Rose Gold Wedding Band Men Jewelry
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Rose Gold Men Wedding Band Men Jewelry Wedding Gift Classic Men Ring Light weight can be
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2010s Indian Band Rings

Materials

Rose Gold, 14k Gold

EGL Certified .84 Carat Diamond Sapphire White Gold Men s Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamond and sapphire original mens Art Deco style white gold ring. EGL certified Old European
Category

Mid-20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

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

14k Fleur De Lis Mens Diamond and Spinel Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 12 Metal Type: 14k Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 12.4 grams Condition
Category

1990s Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

EGL Certified .85 Carat Yellow Brown Diamond White Gold Mens Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
, fashioned into a classic men's ring with two unique light yellow diamond baguettes in a 14k white gold dome
Category

Mid-20th Century Dome Rings

Materials

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

1.7 Carat, 7 Diamonds Traditional Men s Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring Estate
Located in New York, NY
1.7 Carat 7 Diamonds Traditional Men's Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring Estate This is a Nice
Category

Early 2000s Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Men’s Baguette and Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Gold Vintage Dome Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
& Round Brilliant Cut Pave Diamonds. Hand crafted 14K Yellow Gold mounting. Ring size 10, we offer ring
Category

Late 20th Century Modernist Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

.20ct. mens natural round diamond solitaire ring 14kt gold H/Vs
Located in New York, NY
Men's round diamond & brush finish ring. .20ct. center round diamond. Full Cut, Brilliant Vs-2
Category

2010s American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bezel Set Diamond 14k Solid Gold Wedding Band Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Bezel Set Diamond 14k Solid Gold Wedding Band Ring Engagement Men Ring Gift Light weight can be
Category

2010s Indian Wedding Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

.55ct. mens natural round diamond solitaire ring 14kt Gold Mod Deco
Located in New York, NY
Men's round diamonds & Mod Deco ring. .55ct. center round diamond. Full Cut, Brilliant Vs-2
Category

2010s American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Men s 18k Gold 0.72ct Diamond Hand Engraved Etched Solitaire Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
. Excellent overall condition! Stock Number: MK-38073620-PAR Antique Men's Diamond Solitaire Ring. Hand
Category

Antique 19th Century Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

0.95 Round Cut Diamond Men s Wedding Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rings/Bands. This Men's Ring has 9 Round Cut Diamonds that weighs 0.95 Carats. The Clarity and Color
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2010s American Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 8.5 Carat Star Sapphire Diamond White Gold Mens Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
light. Adorned by two sparkling baguette and two round brilliant cut diamonds. Encased in 14k white gold
Category

Mid-20th Century Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Star Sapphire, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

GIA Cert 2.80 Carat Orange Brown Diamond Gold Platinum Men s Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Brown diamond Men’s ring. GIA certified brown diamond center stone with 12 round pave set diamond
Category

Mid-20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Brown Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold, Gold

White Gold Diamond Five-Stone Men s Wedding Band - 14k Round Brilliant .76ctw Fi
Located in Greensboro, NC
Gold & 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .76ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Le Vian Diamond Men s Wedding Band - White Gold 14k Round Brilliant .38ctw Chann
By Le Vian
Located in Greensboro, NC
: Le Vian Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .38ctw Cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold Pave Diamond Half Dome Ring, 9.44 Carat
Located in Houston, TX
This men’s ring is 14K white gold and features 79 round cut diamonds. All diamonds are pave' set
Category

2010s American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.00 Carat Total The Leo Diamond Channel Set Band Ring in 14 Karat White Gold
By The Leo Diamond
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 10.25 This 'The Leo Diamond' band ring is a chic and elegant work of art. This diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

J. Birnbach 0.50 Carat Total Men s 14K White Gold Milgrain Diamond Wedding Band
Located in New York, NY
Classic with a refined twist, this 14K white gold men’s wedding band strikes the perfect balance
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21st Century and Contemporary American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

19th Century Antique Diamond Gold Men’s Cluster Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Made in Moscow between 1882 and 1898 A classical Victorian era 14K gold cluster ring is centered
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Antique Late 19th Century Russian Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond

Diamond Men s Wedding Band, Custom Brushed Finish, 14K Yellow Gold, 3/4 Carat
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
diamonds are bright white and look amazing in the 14 karat yellow gold setting. The top of the ring is a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.80tcw 14K Gold Natural Emerald-Emerald Cut Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
set in the very center. The men's ring is made in solid 14K yellow gold and is accented by brilliant
Category

2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 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.