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Harry Winston Platinum Eternity Baguette Round Diamond Band Ring 1.85cts TW
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Harry Winston Wedding Band Ring finely crafted in platinum, this exquisite piece features a
Category

20th Century American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

LB Exclusive Platinum 1.0 Carat Diamond Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
A series of 5 step-cut diamonds totaling 1.0 carats add plenty of sparkle to this exquisite ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

LB Exclusive Platinum 1.02 Carat Diamond Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
of the 3mm wide band, a series of step-cut diamonds with a total weight of 1.02 carats provide a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

LB Exclusive 18K White Gold 2.50 Ct Diamond Tiara Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
the center of the band are marquise-cut diamonds graduating in size and set in v-shaped prongs. Lining
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Diamond Pinky Ring Mixed Cuts 18 Karat Yellow Gold Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
highlights the mixed cut diamonds. The straight baguette and pave set diamonds are set on either side of the
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rosaria Varra Diamond Band Ring in 24K Gold
By Rosaria Varra
Located in Miami, FL
A 24 karat gold band created by Rosaria Varra. The band is studded with a mix step cut diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany Co. Diamond and Ruby Lucida Ring in Platinum
By Tiffany Co.
Located in London, England
Tiffany's classic wedding collection, the ring is composed of 5 octagonal brilliant-cut diamonds and 6
Category

2010s Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Rosaria Varra Diamond Band Ring in 18K Rose Gold
By Rosaria Varra
Located in Miami, FL
step cut diamonds. The weight of the diamonds is 1.36 carats, GH color and VS clarity. The gross weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

c1920s Vintage Art Deco Diamond Band Sz 5.25 Platinum Wide Ring Eternity Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
old mine cut diamonds (round and marquise) total an estimated 1.50 carats (estimated at I-J color and
Category

Early 20th Century American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Vintage GIA 2.66 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring Set
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
mixed cut sapphire of 2.66 carats, accompanied by GIA #1236197739 stating the sapphire is of Ceylon (Sri
Category

Vintage 1980s Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Oscar Heyman Two-Tone 0.30 Carat Diamond Band
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Narberth, PA
surface displays a gorgeous platinum center row adorned with a row of Round Cut diamonds which
Category

20th Century American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Sapphire Diamond Ring 14K White Gold
Located in Montgomery, AL
a unique wedding band!! Ring Details Material: 14K White Gold Head Width: 7.5mm Head Height: 3.5mm
Category

Mid-20th Century Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

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

1.22 Carats Radiant Cut Colorful fancy color Mixed Diamond Wedding Band
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent wedding band style features a mix of colored radiant cut diamonds weighing 1.22
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Original Antique Diamond Ruby Wedding Band
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Rare to find wedding band circa 1930. The band is colorful and sophisticated. Mixed cut Marquise
Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

18k Gold

16 Carat Diamond Eternity Ring 14 Karat Gold Wide Band Wedding Jewelry Certified
Located in Torrance, CA
mixed cut diamonds make a statement exhibiting excellent sparkle and fire. A true statement ring for
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

18kt Solid Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Wedding Ring, Ruby Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
oval cut ruby of 3.6 carats with diamonds of 0.46 carats studded making a thick band that makes it a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Art Deco Earrings Platinum Diamond Dangle Antique Cut
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A pair of gorgeous Art Deco earrings made of platinum, featuring antique cut diamond. These
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Platinum

2.53ct Radiant Cut "Lucida" Eternity Band by Tiffany Co
By Tiffany Co.
Located in San Francisco, CA
elegant, this Tiffany & Co band ring features 22 extremely well matched Radiant Cut diamonds channel set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1.36 Carat Art Deco Pink Sapphire Diamond Wedding Platinum Ring EGL, USA
Located in New York, NY
Certified 1.30ct NATURAL Round Mixed cut Shaped Pink Sapphire. The measurements of the center stone are
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum

Edwardian Bracelet Old European Cut Diamonds Platinum Gold 18k Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A beautiful Edwardian bracelet made of 18k gold and platinum, featuring Old European cut diamonds
Category

Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Bangles

Materials

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

Vintage Tiffany Co. Tourmaline and Diamond Ring in Yellow Gold
By Tiffany Co.
Located in London, England
-cut green tourmaline and 2 round brilliant-cut diamonds on the side. They are four-claw set securely
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Elongated Orange Sapphire and Yellow Diamond Three Stone in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in London, England
three stone ring is centrally set with a stunning elongated mixed radiant cut orange sapphire which is
Category

2010s British Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 1900 Horseshoe Lucky Pendant In 18Kt Gold With Demantoids And Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
European rose cut diamonds, with a combined weight of 1.26 carats, F/G color, VS/SI clarity. The settings
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Tiffany Co. Lucida Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
in the constellation, was introduced in 1999. The mixed-cut diamond weighing 0.53 carats, makes a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Diamond Tennis Necklace Platinum Antique
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
a series of Old European cut diamonds, each individually bezel set. This design creates a sparkling
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 2.25 Carat Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold Estate Fine Jewelry Dome
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage pink diamond ring, crafted in 18 karat white gold. Thirty two mixed cut
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

3.35 Carat Salt and Pepper Diamond Engagement Ring Set 14 Karat Gold AD2172S
Located in Osprey, FL
with white brilliant cut diamonds in mixed marquise and tapered baguette shapes. The wedding band can
Category

2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Ring Platinum Diamond Black Onyx Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
cut (also called old mine cut) diamonds are vertically staged on the surface of the black onyx. They
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Vintage Natural Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Three-Stone Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Torrance, CA
cuts. The stylish three stone design is ideal for wear as a wedding or anniversary band. Great worn
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mixed Cut Diamond Band Vintage Platinum Wedding Ring Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage mixed cut diamond band (circa 1950s to 1960s) crafted in 900 platinum. Round
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Antique Deco Diamond Wedding Band Vintage Eternity Platinum Mixed Cuts
Located in Torrance, CA
European and straight baguette cut diamonds alternate around the entire band. The single cut diamonds are
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Wedding Band Diamond Platinum Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
cushion cut, Asscher mixed diamonds, approx. total weight 1.52cts, G, VS, custom cut for maximum sparkle
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Mixed Cut Diamond Ring Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Wedding Band Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage mixed cut diamond ring crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Round brilliant and
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baguette and Round Brilliant Cut Diamond White Gold Eternity Band
Located in New York, NY
This amazingly well hand-crafted eternity band was designed to have 44 baguette cut diamonds as a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

$1 NO RESERVE! - 12.73ct Multi Color Sapphire Eternity Band, 14K White Gold
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
forever! Center Natural Sapphire: Weight: 12.73 ct, 14 stones Color: Various Colors Shape: Oval Mixed Cut
Category

2010s Israeli Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

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

9.32 Carat Natural Spinel Eternity Band, 14 kt. White Gold, Ring
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Cut Item ships from Israeli Diamonds Exchange, customers are responsible for any local customs or VAT
Category

2010s Israeli Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Spinel, 14k Gold, White Gold

8.06 Carat Orange Sapphire Eternity Band, 14 Kt. Yellow Gold, Ring
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
: Weight: 8.06 ct, 14 stones Color: Orange Shape: Round Mixed Cut Item ships from Israeli Diamonds
Category

2010s Israeli Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Company Platinum and 18k Lucida Diamond Eternity Band Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2010 Tiffany & Company Lucida Diamond collection Eternity Band Ring, 4.5 MM wide 18k and
Category

2010s American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

No Reserve, 2.84 Carat Natural Sapphire Eternity Band, 14k White Gold Ring
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Center Natural Sapphires: Weight: 2.84 ct, 22 stones Color: Dark Blue Shape: Round Mixed Cut
Category

2010s Israeli Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

$1 No Reserve! 13.53cttw Natural Sapphire Eternity Band, 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
forever! Center Sapphire: Weight: 13.53 ct, 14 stones Color: Various Color Shape: Oval Mixed Cut
Category

2010s Israeli Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sapphire, Emerald and Diamond Flipper Gold Band Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Sapphire approx., Emerald and Diamond 0.25tcw Flipper Gold Band Ring. Securely
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sapphire and Diamond Hammerman Brothers Gold Band Ring
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful and Stylish Sapphire and Diamond Gold Band Ring. Center securely Hand set with Sapphires
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Fancy Diamond Tri Color Engagement Wedding Ring 14K Gold
By Alegra s Legend
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
with 31 mixed pink, mix yellow and white round brilliant cut diamonds, totaling 0.99 carats, are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Band Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Yellow Diamond Green Tourmaline Three-Stone Ring 18 Karat Gold Estate
Located in Torrance, CA
yellow gold. One radiant cut diamond, approx. 0.70ct (5.22 x 4.03 x 3.51mm), fancy vivid yellow color
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Gold Band Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful and Stylish Emerald and Diamond Gold Band Ring. Securely Hand set with an Oval Emerald
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Ruby and Diamond Gold Band Vintage Cocktail Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Ruby and Diamond Wave 12mm Band Gold Vintage Cocktail Ring. Securely Hand set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Ring Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
emerald cut diamond flanked by two round brilliant cut diamonds. The center diamond is four-prong set, and
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Tiffany Co. Amethyst and Diamond Ring in Yellow Gold
By Tiffany Co.
Located in London, England
. From the discontinued Tiffany & Co. collection, the ring is composed of a central round mixed-cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Amethyst, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Rainbow Moonstone Carved Crescent Moon Face Diamond Halo 14K Gold Ring
Located in Osprey, FL
diamonds; set on a solid 14K white gold band ♥ This ring will match beautifully with our custom wedding
Category

2010s American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold

Art Deco Style Vintage Ring Platinum Diamond Sapphire Emerald Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
truly unique piece. Made of platinum, the ring features single cut diamonds (I-J color, VS2 clarity
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum

Zenith Watch Art Deco Platinum Diamond Antique Estate Jewelry
By Zenith Watch Company
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
made of platinum (tested & hallmarked) and encrusted with Old European cut and single cut diamonds (H-J
Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

EDWARDIAN 1900 Art Nouveau Enameled Necklace In 14Kt Gold With Pearls Peridots
Located in Miami, FL
mixed cuts of natural vivid green peridot with a combined weight of about 4.45 carats. Pearls: Mounted
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Natural Pearl, White Diamond, Peridot, Pearl, Diamond, Enamel, 14k Gold,...

An Emerald-cut Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
features a wonderful central emerald-cut diamond set into a wide band set throughout with further diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Mixed Cut Diamond Eternity Band
Located in Lakewood, NJ
Magnificent marquise and tapered baguette shaped diamonds mounted in platinum. Largest marquise is
Category

20th Century American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Mixed Cut Diamond Platinum Band
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Handmade platinum mount 8.mm. wide diamond band size 6 1/2 . The center is bezel set with 8
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Mixed Cut Invisible Set Diamond Gold Anniversary Band Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Multi-cut diamond wedding ring in high polished 18K white gold. There are four straight cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Carat White Gold Multi-Diamond Dress or Wedding Band
Located in Splitter s Creek, NSW
18ct just over half carats Multi Diamond Ring that could serve as a wedding Ring or a lovely Dress
Category

2010s Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

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Mixed Cut Diamond Wedding Band For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact mixed cut diamond wedding band you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, White Gold and Yellow Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 7 vintage or 153 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect mixed cut diamond wedding band may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A mixed cut diamond wedding band from Roman Malakov, Beverly K and Jabel — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Today, if you’re looking for a mixed cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes baguette cut and brilliant cut alternatives. When shopping for a mixed cut diamond wedding band, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Mixed Cut Diamond Wedding Band?

The price for a mixed cut diamond wedding band starts at $132 and tops out at $33,642 with these rings, on average, selling for $550.

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.