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1990s 2.62 Carat Diamond and White Gold Full Eternity Ring- Size 6
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
brilliant round cut diamonds. This multi diamond ring is supplied with an independent diamond grading
Category

1990s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1920s, Antique Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
embellished with three further eight-cut diamonds. This antique multi-diamond ring is hallmarked to the
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1.75Ct Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Five Stone/Half Eternity Ring - Vintage
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
vintage multi-diamond ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with an 18k white gold setting. The
Category

1990s English Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond and White Gold Raindance Style Ring, Circa 2000
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This impressive multi-diamond ring has been crafted in
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 1.20ct Round Multi-Stone Marquise Milgrain Ribbon Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Loved this ring?♥️ Similar rings available, message us for details. Offering an exquisite diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Circa 1920 1.76 Ct Diamond White Gold Dress Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
shank. This impressive multi-diamond ring has been independently tested using state of the art
Category

Vintage 1920s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 2.5 Carat Round Halo Multi-Stone Curved Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this stunning diamond ring features a captivating round center stone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 0.91 Carat Round Halo Multi-Stone Curved Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this stunning diamond ring features a magnificent GIA-certified round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

1.02Ct Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Half Eternity Ring - Contemporary Circa 2000
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
; Sons). This multi diamond ring is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card. This ring
Category

Early 2000s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.05 Carat Diamond and 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Five-Stone Ring, Antique circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
ring; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections This impressive antique multi-diamond
Category

Vintage 1910s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.88Ct Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring - Antique Circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections This impressive antique multi-diamond ring has
Category

Antique Early 1900s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1960s 1.20 Carat Diamond and White Gold Full Eternity Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 1.20 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold full eternity ring; part of
Category

Vintage 1960s More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.00 Carat Diamond Five-Stone Yellow Gold Half Eternity Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
(anchor), and 18k gold guarantee mark. This multi-diamond ring is supplied with an independent diamond
Category

Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

1910s Antique French Diamond and White Gold Platinum Set Five-Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
stone diamond ring has been crafted in 18k white gold with a platinum setting. The fluted, multi-claw
Category

Vintage 1910s French Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

GIA 1ct Oval Bezel Set Multi-Stone Milgrain 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
exquisite diamond ring features a captivating center stone of oval cut, weighing 1 and exhibiting a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

1950s 2.67 Carat Diamond Platinum Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 2.67 carat multi-diamond cluster ring in platinum; part of
Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique 1900s 0.72 Carat Diamond, 18k Yellow Gold, Five Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
-stone diamond ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The pierced decorated, scrolling, multi-claw
Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1840s 2.16 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold, Silver Set Seven-Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine antique multi diamond ring has
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Antique 1840s Early Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage French 2.90Ct Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Dress Ring Circa 1980
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
integrate with the main setting and blend seamlessly with the shank. This multi-diamond ring is hallmarked
Category

Vintage 1980s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Antique 1.08 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold, Platinum Set Solitaire Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
for 18k gold (18CT) and platinum (PLAT). This antique multi-diamond ring is supplied with an
Category

Vintage 1910s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

1.67Ct Diamond 18k Yellow Gold, 18k White Gold Set Five Stone Ring - Antique
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
(18k). This impressive multi-diamond ring is supplied with an independent diamond grading
Category

Vintage 1910s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Multi-Row Diamond Band Ring 1.07 Carats G VS 14 Karat Yellow White 0.03 Points
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Seven Row Multi-band featuring 32 round brilliants weighing 1.07 Carats with 4 braided rows and 1
Category

2010s Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

2.07Ct Diamond and 18k White Gold Dress Ring - Vintage Belgian Circa 1940
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
either side of the central diamond. This unusual 1940's multi-diamond ring is embellished with twelve
Category

Vintage 1940s Belgian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Meli Melo Diamond Multi-Gemstone Ring
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A platinum Cartier diamond and multi-gemstone ring from the Meli Melo collection. The ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Chalcedony, Diamond, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, Pla...

2.68 Carat Diamond and White Gold Cluster Ring Circa 1960
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
personal requirements. Condition This multi-diamond ring is fine quality, set with very high color graded
Category

Vintage 1960s Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Meli Melo Diamond Multi-Gemstone Ring
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A platinum Cartier diamond and multi-gemstone ring from the Meli Melo collection. The ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Chalcedony, Diamond, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, Pla...

1990s Vintage Diamond and Emerald White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 0.31 carat natural emerald and 0.72 carat diamond dress ring in 18
Category

1990s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Multi Row Diamond Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 18k white and rose gold Diamond Details: Approximately 1.39ctw of round brilliant
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21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings

Materials

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

Bellarri Citrine Multi-Color Gemstone Diamond Gold Ring
By Bellarri
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
carat of multi-color gems and 0.11 carats of round cut white diamonds. Set in 18K yellow gold
Category

20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Multi-Color Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New Orleans, LA
Three exceptionally rare fancy colored diamonds take center stage in this opulent cocktail ring
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Platinum

Multi-Color Diamond Wave Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 18k rose gold Diamond Details: Approximately 2.37ctw of colored diamonds and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Champagne Diamond Multi Row Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
. White diamonds are G/H in color and VS in clarity. Measurements: 0.95″ x 0.90″ x 1.20″ Ring Size: 7
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Multi Diamond Double Butterfly Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
. Diamonds are G/H in color and VS in clarity Ring Size: 6.25 Measurements: 0.78" x 1.09" x 0.86" Item Weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Multi Shape Diamond Freeform Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
marquise shape diamonds. Diamonds are G/H in color and VS in clarity Ring Size: 6 (can be sized) Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1975 Emerald and 1.36 Carat Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
actual colour and showcases each stone. Condition This multi-diamond ring is fine quality, set with
Category

Vintage 1970s English Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Deco 1.80 Carat Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
. Condition This stunning 1920s multi diamond ring is fine quality, set with very high colour graded, Old
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Multi Row Pave Diamond Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 18k yellow gold Diamond Details: Approximately 0.86ct round brilliant diamonds. Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Multi Diamond Star Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a masterfully designed cluster ring featuring a dazzling array of diamonds. The face
Category

Vintage 1950s Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Multi Diamond Cut Gold Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
Diversely cut and arranged in an intriguing and majestic manner, the resplendent diamonds weighing
Category

20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

French 3.96 Carat Diamond and White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
marquise shaped multi-diamond ring is exceptional quality, set with very high color and clarity graded
Category

Vintage 1970s French Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Chaumet Diamond Multi-Gold Ring
By Chaumet
Located in Southampton, PA
Classic, elegant, ans tasteful are the perfect words to describe this ring from Chaumet. The ring
Category

20th Century French More Rings

Materials

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

Bulgari Yellow Gold Diamond and Multi-colored Stone Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
varying size, length and color. Multi-colored stones and diamonds are added in contrasting cuts to
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Band Rings

Materials

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

Chanel Venitienne Diamond and Multi-Gemstone Yellow Gold Ring
By Chanel
Located in Southampton, PA
, accompanied with scintillating diamonds. Ring Size: 6.75 Ring Top Dimensions: 28mm x 23 mm Band Thickness: 3mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Bulgari Allegra Multi-Gemstones and Diamond Ring
By Bulgari
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage Bulgari Allegra multi-gemstones and diamond ring set in 18k yellow gold, circa
Category

2010s Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, Gold...

Cartier Sorbet 18K White Gold Diamond and Multi-Gemstone Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
different cuts. The ring's top dimensions measure 10mm x 17mm. This Cartier Sorbet 18K White Gold Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Multi-gemstone, White Gold

Emerald Diamond Gold Multi Row Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Style: 14k Yellow Gold 0.66ctw Diamond Emerald Multi Row Ring Material: 14k Yellow Gold Gemstone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Multi-Color Diamond Gold Flower Ring
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful flower diamond ring, made of 18KT white gold and some touch of yellow gold, features
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21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Multi Shape Diamond Flower Cluster Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
and 30 princess cut diamonds. Diamonds are G/H in color and VS in clarity Ring Size: 6.50 (can be
Category

2010s Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Multi Gem Diamond Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This exquisite multi-gem cluster ring is finely crafted in solid 18K yellow gold and incorporates
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby

Diamond and Multi-Gemstone Ring
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A unique 18k white gold diamond and multi-gemstone ring. The ring comprises of 8 round brilliant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulgari Multi-Gemstone Allegra Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A beautiful 18k white gold ring from the Allegra collection by Bvlgari. The ring is composed of a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Topaz, Tourmaline, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Diamond and Multi-Gemstone Onyx Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
gold, the brilliant ring is completely embellished in not just sparkling 0.50ct diamonds, but multiple
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Diamond Gold Multi-Row Interlocking Ring
By Hamilton
Located in Princeton, NJ
wedding, anniversary, or as a right-hand ring, the band is brilliantly covered in diamonds, 6-rows
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

Orangy Yellow Diamond and Diamond Multi-Flower Ring
Located in Weston, MA
unusual flower bouquet ring. Ten round brilliant-cut "orangy yellow” diamonds create the flower centers
Category

Early 2000s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond

Kwiat Multi-Shaped Diamond Stackable Ring
By Kwiat
Located in Webster, NY
Diamond band ring crafted in 18k White Gold, part of the Stackable Collection by Kwiat. Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Multi Row Diamond Gold Band Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
LLJ pave top diamond 1.25ct diamond band ring. 68 full cut diamonds, approx. total weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Diamond Multi-Gold Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
with ~.35ct of diamonds. Ring Size: 6.0 (51 1/2)
Category

20th Century French Band Rings

Materials

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

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Multi-Diamond Rings For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of multi-diamond rings for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, these items were constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 257 vintage editions and 887 modern creations to choose from as well. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 18th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of multi-diamond rings to choose from, but Contemporary and Modern multi-diamond rings are of considerable interest. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Georgios Collections Inc, Tamir and TJD produced popular versions that are worth a look. Many pieces in our collection are stylish for most occasions, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 976, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for round cut multi-diamond rings and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and cushion cut alternatives. If you’re browsing the variety of multi-diamond rings for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.

How Much are Multi-Diamond Rings?

Prices for multi-diamond rings start at $150 and top out at $198,500 with these rings, on average, selling for $3,874.

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-Diamond Rings
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Yes, a wedding ring can be a diamond ring. In fact, you're free to wear any type of ring that appeals to you as a wedding ring. You could opt to wear a solitaire diamond ring to symbolize your wedding vows or a band ring that features multiple diamonds, such as an eternity band that shows diamonds all the way around its surface. Find a large selection of diamond wedding rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    No, an engagement ring does not have to be a diamond. Although diamonds are popular, rings featuring other gemstones like sapphires, rubies and emeralds can serve as engagement rings, and it's even possible to choose a ring made entirely out of precious metals with no gemstone accents of any kind. There really are no rules when it comes to engagement rings, so feel free to select any ring that appeals to you. Find a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary engagement rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An illusion diamond ring is a type of diamond setting that enhances the appearance, namely the perceived size, of the diamond. One of the strategies used to create illusion diamonds is to surround the diamond with another precious metal, making it look bigger. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of expertly-vetted illusion diamond rings from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • a diamond bypass ring is a fashionable and unique ring that consists of a single metal band that "twists" and do not connect to each other. If it is an engagement ring, this gap between the two ends of the bands holds the diamond.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    On a diamond ring, the head is the portion of the jewelry that holds the gemstone in place. You may also see it referred to as the prongs, setting or crown. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of diamond gemstone rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A diamond eternity ring is a ring that features multiple diamonds, adorned in an endless circular design. This ring normally features a band set with a continuous circle of diamond stones in a manner that can be very glamorous. Diamond eternity rings are available in a variety of styles including Contemporary, Victorian, Retro, Art Deco, Modern, Edwardian, Empire, Renaissance, and Artisan. Find a collection of antique and vintage diamond eternity rings on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The symbolism of a diamond ring is largely a matter of personal opinion. Because diamonds are the most commonly used stones in engagement rings, many people associate them with commitment, undying love and marriage. The diamond is also the gemstone for April. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of diamond gemstone rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A floating diamond ring is a ring where the center diamond appears to be floating free of the setting or band. Typically, the bands in a floating diamond ring divert away from the stone.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Some eternity or infinity rings feature diamonds, while some feature other gemstones. An eternity ring is a continuous band that is set with a string of gemstones centered in the band. It’s meant to symbolize never-ending love and is often given as a gift on an anniversary. Many people like to have their infinity ring adorned with diamonds, other people simply prefer a different gemstone. Shop a collection of eternity rings from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    No, an engagement ring doesn't have to have a diamond in it. There really are no rules when it comes to engagement jewelry, so any ring that appeals to you can signify your intention to marry someone. Alternatives to diamond rings include simple band rings formed of precious metals and gemstone rings featuring rubies, emeralds, sapphires and other stones. Explore a diverse assortment of engagement rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Yes, you can wear a diamond ring as a wedding ring if you wish. Your wedding jewelry should reflect your taste and style, so you're free to choose any type of ring you desire. One option is to wear a diamond solitaire as a wedding ring. An eternity wedding band dotted with diamonds is a popular alternative. Many brides opt for two identical eternity bands, wearing one on either side of the engagement ring as guard rings. Shop a wide range of diamond wedding rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    Yes, some men's wedding rings have diamonds. Men are free to wear any type of ring as a wedding ring, and you'll find many options with one or more diamonds set into their bands. Wedding rings for men may also feature colored gemstones, like sapphires or rubies, in addition to or in place of diamonds, or they may be formed entirely out of metal. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of men's wedding rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    Rose-cut diamonds are uncommon in modern jewelry and are often associated with antique styles like Victorian or Georgian. The rose cut is circular like its namesake flower, with a flat top and a domed crown with either 12 or 24 facets. This cut dates back to the 16th century. Find a collection of antique and vintage rose-cut diamond rings on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An Asscher cut diamond ring is one that has a central stone with a square shape and a stepped cut. Its high crown and deep pavilion give the diamond a brilliant sparkling appearance. Shop a variety of Asscher cut diamond gemstone rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A brilliant-cut diamond ring is cut in such a way that it has numerous facets. Due to its facets, it reflects the maximum light. Shop for antique and vintage brilliant-cut diamond jewelry today on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    What three diamonds mean on a wedding ring is largely a matter of personal interpretation. However, many people associate the stones with a couple’s past, present and future. To others, the trio of stones may symbolize the Holy Trinity. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of diamond wedding rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A good size for a diamond ring would depend on the wearer's finger size. Keep in mind that the smaller the finger, the larger the diamond will appear. For instance, on a size 4 finger, a 1.5-carat diamond solitaire looks significantly bigger than on a size 8. When it comes to diamonds, size is important, but it isn't everything. Instead of relying solely on a diamond's size (or, more precisely, its carat weight), it's best to look for a diamond with the ideal combination of cut, color, clarity, and carat weight. You can find a variety of antique and designer diamond rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A two-tone ring is a ring constituted of two different metals. The most common combinations are gold and platinum. However, a two-tone ring can feature any combination of yellow, rose, or white gold. Shop a range of antique and vintage two-tone diamond rings on 1stDibs.
  • There are a few diamond cuts that can be considered square diamond rings. Here is a list: 1. Emerald cut 2. Asscher cut 3. Princess cut 4. Radiant.cut 5. Cushion cut
  • It can. If the diamonds are inexpensive. This is because it is not advisable to set real diamonds in a 925 ring (sterling silver ring). Silver is a very soft metal. Diamonds could easily fall out of the ring even with very few wear-and-tear.