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Vintage Diamond Opal 14 Karat Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
color and VS to I clarity With a multi band style shank and pierced gold gallery Tested as 14 karat
Category

Vintage 1970s Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold

Art Deco Emerald Ruby Diamond Egyptian Revival Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
spectacular multi-stone design and depicts the face of an Egyptian pharaoh. At the center of the ring is the
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold

Vintage 1960s Diamond Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diamond band ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with a 14k white gold setting. The pierced
Category

20th Century Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Gold Mid-Century Modern Pearl Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Venice, CA
This stunning bypass ring features two cultured pearls and eight diamonds. The ring is made in the
Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulgari Cerchi Astrale Diamond White Gold Bvlgari Ring
By Bulgari
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Offered 18k White Gold Astrale Cerchi Diamond Ring by Bulgari. The ring is surrounded with 44 round
Category

Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1890s Antique Diamond and Enamel Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
antique dress band ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with feature 18k white gold settings. This
Category

Antique 1890s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Cartier Cabochon Sapphire Emerald and Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderfully rare multi gemstone ring from the world renowned, luxury jewellery house of
Category

20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Gold, White Gold

GIA 3.24ct Emerald Pie-Cut "Illusion" Diamond Engagement Wedding Ring
Located in New York, NY
Solitaire Ring highlights a beautiful, sparkly EMERALD Pie-cut diamond that gleam with multi-dimensional
Category

Early 2000s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Harakh 1.68 Carat Colorless Diamond 18 KT White Gold Cluster Ring
By Harakh
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully designed cluster ring with diamond studded white gold band topped by a cluster of multi
Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Oval Opal Diamond 4.30 Carat Cocktail Engagement Ring Cluster Statement
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Gemstones: 13 Round Brilliant Diamonds = 1.30 Carats Average I-J color, SI1-SI2 clarity Ring Size: 6.5
Category

Mid-20th Century Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Revival 2.15 Carat Diamond Cocktail Ring Emerald Sapphire Octagon
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Deco Year: 1910 (diamond) 2020 (ring) Metal: Platinum Center Diamond: Carat Weight: 2.15 Cut: Old
Category

2010s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Face Up 5ct Emerald Mosaic Diamond Halo Engagement Wedding 14k Ring
Located in New York, NY
Mosaic Ring highlights beautiful, sparkly 9 step-cut diamonds that gleam with multi-dimensional hall-of
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Early 2000s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.2 Carat Blue Sapphire and Black Diamond Ring in 14 Karat White Gold
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
particular collection reflects her love for multi-colored semi-precious gemstones. This ring presents a bold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.2 Carat Blue Sapphire and Black Diamond Ring in 14 Karat White Gold
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
particular collection reflects her love for multi-colored semi-precious gemstones. This ring presents a bold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Baguette and Round Diamond Stacked Cluster Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 7.75 Step into utter brilliance with this exquisite diamond cluster ring, a dazzling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Estate 3.49ctw Australian Lighting Ridge Black Opal And Diamond 18K Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
STUNNING RICH MULTI COLOR, FIREY Australian Black Opal Ring from the Lighting Ridge Mine & White
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Early 2000s Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18ct Yellow and White Gold Old Cut Diamond Antique Flower Coronet Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
diamond, securely held in place by a multi claw, open back setting, to allow easy cleaning of the precious
Category

Vintage 1930s English Romantic Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Rare 6.18-Carat Grey-Purple Spinel Emerald-Cut Platinum Ring – A Luxury Gift
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
its unique hues. Paired with diamonds, the ring achieves an unparalleled elegance. This piece was
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Spinel, Multi-gemstone, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum

Kothari Red Flash Australian Boulder Opal Silver Gold One of a Kind Ring
By Kothari
Located in Dallas, TX
One of a Kind Ring hand-fabricated by jewelry designer Tej Kothari featuring a gorgeous flat top
Category

2010s American Artist Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold,...

Suzanne Kalan Rainbow Shield Ring
By Suzanne Kalan
Located in Weston, MA
gold shield band. Wear alone as a statement piece. 18K yellow gold ring (14.8 GR) 5.16 carats of multi
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow S...

AJD Sparkling White Cambodian Zircon and Pink Tourmaline Ring
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
This custom-made romantic ring is a true celebration of color and sparkle. At its center is a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Zircon, 14k Gold

1940s, 11.34 Carat Emerald Cut Amethyst Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
dimensional tied bow design. Th flared multi-stranded ring shoulders consists of two plain outer bands and
Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bellarri 18 Karat Gold Amethyst and Multi-Gemstone Ring and Earring Set
By Bellarri
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
, Diamond Ring size: 7 Ring graduated band width: 10.3 mm - 3.76 mm Main Ornament 17.45 mm x 19.55 mm Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Multi-gemstone, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lapis Lazuli Gold Earrings with Diamonds
Located in Darnestown, MD
. Each lapis stone is set in a textured gold band. Six diamonds weighing .05 carats each are set in each
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown More Earrings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Bvlgari Allegra Yellow Gold Multi Stone Diamond Three Band Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
cabochon blue topaz. The ring is complemented by 21 round brilliant cut diamonds estimated at 1.50 carats
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Peridot, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari Allegra White Gold Multi Stone Diamond Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
emerald cut blue topaz. The ring is set with 21 round brilliant cut diamonds estimated at 1.50 carats
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bvlgari Allegra White Gold Multi Stone Ring
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
emerald cut blue topaz. The ring is set with 21 round brilliant cut diamonds estimated at 1.50 carats
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bulgari Gold Sapphire Diamond Floral Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Authentic Bulgari ring crafted in 18 karat yellow gold with multi-colored sapphires and round
Category

Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Go...

Early 20th Century Emerald, Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
over design with three main stones and diamond-set intertwining bands, this ring is stylish and unique
Category

Antique 1890s British Late Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, Silver

Bvlgari Allegra Yellow Gold Multi Stone Diamond Three Band Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
cabochon blue topaz. The ring is complemented by 21 round brilliant cut diamonds estimated at 1.50 carats
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Peridot, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari Allegra White Gold Multi Stone Diamond Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
emerald cut blue topaz. The ring is set with 21 round brilliant cut diamonds estimated at 1.50 carats
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond White Gold Multi Band Ring
Located in ALTRINCHAM, GB
Contemporary diamond band ring in 18ct white gold, formed of 7 crossover bands, 4 of which are set
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Victorian Turquoise Diamond Multi-Band Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
This beautiful antique ring is modelled as four distinct bands, each one set with rose cut diamonds
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 15k Gold

Chanel Multi Shaped Diamond Gold Band Ring
By Chanel
Located in Vail, CO
Chanel diamond band ring, set with princess, marquise, round, pear and triangle shaped diamonds, in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

6.85ctw Multi Color Pave Diamond Band
Located in Chestnut Hill, MA
18 karat yellow gold wide style band slightly concave and accented with pave set different sized
Category

20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

1.50 Carat Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Multi Band Ring
Located in Miami, FL
-SI clarity & G color diamonds. Extremely beautiful diamond ring. Designer multi band ring. Unique
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Band Rings

Materials

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

14K Yellow Gold Multi-Color Tourmaline Diamond Band Ring, 0.78ctw Tourmaline
Located in Holtsville, NY
This multi-color tourmaline and diamond band ring is a unique piece that blends vibrant gemstones with
Category

2010s American Artist Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Wide Multi-Row Diamond Band White Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Wide Multi-Row Diamond Band in 14K White Gold. Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds weighing 1.60 carat
Category

2010s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

5.30 Carat Multi Shape Diamond Eternity 18 Karat White Gold Band Ring
By Butani
Located in Hong Kong, Kowloon
Butani's 5.30 carat multi shape diamond eternity band ring features 17 fancy cut diamonds including
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Stambolian 18K White Yellow Gold No Heat Multi Color Sapphire Diamond Band Ring
By Stambolian
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Stambolian 18K White Yellow Gold No Heat Multi Color Sapphire Diamond Band Ring This band by
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

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

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

14 Karat White Gold 3.99 Carat Trinity Diamond Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
14k White Gold VS2-SI1,3.99tcw G-H, Trinity Diamond Band Ring, 6.5 Size: 6.5 Metal: Multi Tone Gold
Category

2010s American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Stunning 14K Sapphire Diamond Band Ring - Size 7 Vintage Sapphire Diamond
Located in Holtsville, NY
Sapphire and Diamond 14k Gold Ring. This exquisite piece is a vibrant celebration of nature's brilliance
Category

2010s Indian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Platinum and Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Band Ring
Located in Splitter s Creek, NSW
overtones, oval & round cut, & multi claw set. As well there are 2 round brilliant cut diamonds, very
Category

Antique 1870s British Victorian Band Rings

Materials

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

6.33 Carat TW Diamond Estate Eternity Band, Wedding Band White and Yellow Gold
Located in Tampa, FL
and F-G color. The combination of high quality diamonds and multi-color gold gives this ring a bold
Category

1990s Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Trinity Mixed Metals 0.99 Carat Round Diamond Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Columbia, MO
Certification/Grading: Yes Ring Size: 7 Sizable: NO Width: 4 Metal Purity: 18k Style: BAND Founded in 1847 by
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Multi-colored Diamond Ring
Located in Millburn, NJ
18 kt Rose gold, set with natural colored diamonds Total ct weight- 5.79 size 7
14K Yellow Gold 0.93ctw Sapphire Diamond Band Ring, Size 7, Marquise Modified
Located in Holtsville, NY
This 14K yellow gold band ring features a stunning array of colorful sapphires and diamonds
Category

2010s American Artist Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Love White Gold 0.74 Carat Round Diamond Band Ladies Fashion Ring
By Cartier
Located in Columbia, MO
Certification/Grading Yes Ring Size 6 Sizable NO Metal Purity 18k Style BAND Stone 1 Information Stone Type
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Magnificent Natural Fancy Multi-Color Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent Natural Fancy Multi color Diamond Ring 18K White Gold Natural Fancy Multi Color
Category

2010s American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k...

1950s Multi-Gem Navaratna Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A wonderful vintage Navaratna ring, modelled in 18k gold and dating to the 1950s. Navaratna
Category

Vintage 1950s British Band Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire,...

Mellerio Paris Multi Gemstone 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By Mellerio Paris
Located in QLD , AU
Mellerio Paris, a multi-gemstone 18k yellow gold ring consisting of three high domed bands, set
Category

Vintage 1980s French Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Brilliant Cut and Rose Cut Multicolour Diamond Ring
By Siena Crawford Jewels
Located in London, GB
11 Diamond Ring; 6 Rose Cut Multi Colour Diamonds and 5 Brilliant Cut White Diamonds On 18 Karat
Category

2010s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

18 Carat White Gold 3 Emerald and Diamond Bridge Ring
Located in Splitter s Creek, NSW
This is a LARGE & quite vibrantly beautiful 3 X good size Emeralds Ring. The 3 Emeralds (check
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Early 2000s Unknown Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

Paul Amey 14k Gold, Cook Island Black Pearl and Diamond Ring
By Paul Amey
Located in Tewantin, Queensland
and diamond ring was designed and hand crafted by multi award-winning jeweller Paul Amey in Australia
Category

2010s Australian Artisan Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Albert Lipten 18K GOLD DOUBLE HORSE HEAD RING WITH BIT
By Albert Lipten
Located in New York, NY
PLEASE VISIT LAUREN STANLEY IN NEW YORK A fine 18 karat gold ring - one-of-two-made
Category

American Band Rings

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Multi Band Diamond Band Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate multi band diamond band ring for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 51 vintage editions and 309 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a multi band diamond band ring from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat versions are of considerable interest. Finding an appealing multi band diamond band ring — no matter the origin — is easy, but Georgios Collections Inc, TJD and LB Exclusive each produced a popular version that is worth a look. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also oval cut cut and brilliant cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for a multi band diamond band ring, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Multi Band Diamond Band Ring?

Prices for a multi band diamond band ring can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $215 and can go as high as $35,200, while this accessory, on average, fetches $2,890.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Finding the Right Rings for You

Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.

No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.

Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.

Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry

The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.

Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.

Questions About Multi Band Diamond Band Ring
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    What it's called when a ring has diamonds on the band depends on the design of the piece. Rings that have diamonds set into grooves that run along them are channel-set rings, while ones that feature small diamonds placed side by side are pavé bands. A band that has a single line of diamonds that travels all the way around is an eternity ring or band. Explore a wide range of diamond rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    What it is called when an engagement ring has diamonds on the band depends on the style of the setting. Accent stones are smaller diamonds that flank a central stone, while halos are diamonds that encircle the main stone. A ring with diamonds set in a crease along the sides of the band has a channel setting. Pavé rings feature many small diamonds placed close together along the band. Find a wide range of diamond engagement rings on 1stDibs.