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Laviere Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Laviere
Located in Dubai, Dubai
carats pear shape brilliant diamonds. Gold Weight 5.01 grams. Diamond Clarity VVS-VS. Diamond Colour F-H
Category

2010s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald

Laviere Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Laviere
Located in Dubai, Dubai
diamonds. Gold Weight 5.66 grams. Diamond Clarity VVS-VS. Diamond Colour F-G-H. Ring size US-7/UK-N. For
Category

2010s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald

18K Gold 6 CT Natural Emerald and Diamond Antique Art Deco Style Engagement Ring
Located in Orlando, Florida
18K Gold 6 CT Natural Emerald and Diamond Antique Art Deco Style Engagement Ring A stunning ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring
By Laviere
Located in Dubai, Dubai
truly enchanting and opulent shade of green. Gross Weight of the ring is 11.28 grams. Diamond Color
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

14K Yellow Gold 2.02ct Emerald, Sapphire Diamond Cocktail Ring, Size 7
Located in Holtsville, NY
(total) * Stone Count: 12 * Shape: Pear Modified Brilliant * Clarity: Slightly Included * Diamonds
Category

2010s American Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Laviere GIA Certified Emerald and Diamond Ring
By Laviere
Located in Dubai, Dubai
diamonds. Gold Weight 10.01 grams. Diamond Clarity VS-SI. Diamond Colour D-F & G-H. Ring size US-7/UK-N
Category

2010s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

14K Yellow Gold 2.21ct Colorless Sapphire, Emerald Diamond Cocktail Ring Size7
Located in Holtsville, NY
This stunning 14K Yellow Gold cocktail ring showcases a striking 2.21-carat pear-shaped colorless
Category

2010s American Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

14K 21.39ct Turquoise, Emerald Diamond Cocktail Ring Size 7 Oval Turquoise
Located in Holtsville, NY
* Stone Count: 20 * Stone Shape: Pear Modified Brilliant * Stone Color: Green * Type/Clarity: Moderately
Category

2010s American Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Emerald Finger Wrap Ring 1.92 CTS
Located in New York, NY
Emerald Weight: 1.92 CT, Diamond Weight: 4.82 CT, Metal: 18K White Gold, Ring Size: 7, Shape: Pear
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

4.5 Carat Citrine Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
which weighs 2.5 carats. This stunner of a center stone is flanked by two twinning Pear shape green
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Emerald, Orange Yellow Sapphire, Diamond Cocktail Ring, Size 7
Located in Holtsville, NY
accented by sparkling diamonds. With its elegant design and carefully selected stones, this ring offers a
Category

2010s American Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

9.06 Carat Emerald and Diamond Ring, AGL Certified Insignificant to Minor Trea
Located in San Francisco, CA
diamond frame composed of bright-white marquise and pear shape diamonds - together weighing 4.00 carats
Category

Vintage 1950s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

GWlab Certified 6.45ct Yellow Gold Multiple Gems Ring
By House of R&D
Located in Ramat Gan, Tel Aviv District
/ Emeralds Shape: Pear Mixed Carat: 4.21 ctw Color: Red & Blue / Green Jewelry Material: 18k Yellow Gold
Category

2010s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Alexandrite, White Diamond, Blue Sapph...

Certified 3.86 Ct Emerald 1.97 Ct Diamonds 18kt White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Bosco Marengo, IT
diamonds pears shape rose cut, 0.30 Ct diamonds round shape. Total weight: 7.43 grams Metal: white gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

Laviere Emerald and Diamond Art Deco Style Ring
By Laviere
Located in Dubai, Dubai
ring is set with a GRS certified 2.30 carats emerald-cut emerald, 0.66 carats pear shape fancy light
Category

2010s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

10k White Gold with 0.53ct Jadeite and 0.10ct Diamond Cluster Ring, Size 5.75
Located in Van Nuys, CA
One Electronically tested 10k white gold ladies cast jadeite & diamond ring. Condition is good
Category

20th Century Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold

Laviere GIA Certified Zambian Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Laviere
Located in Dubai, Dubai
adorned by round, pear shape, heart shape, and marquise shape Diamonds satisfy the most classical and
Category

2010s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

18K Gold Natural Emerald and Diamond Antique Art Deco Style Engagement Ring
Located in Orlando, Florida
18K Gold Natural Emerald and Diamond Antique Art Deco Style Engagement Ring A stunning ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Minimalist 2 Carat Untreated Natural Emerald Diamond Bridal Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Orlando, Florida
Minimalist 2 Carat Untreated Natural Emerald Diamond Bridal Ring in 18K Gold A stunning ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Art Deco Emerald Sapphire Antique Snake Ring With 18K Gold Carving Fashion Ring
Located in Orlando, Florida
Stone Type: Natural - Mined - Certified - Emerald ◭ Grade : AAA Grade ◭ Primary Stone Shape: Pear Cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

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

3.02 Carat Natural Colombian Emerald 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in LA, CA
Pear Shape Natural Emerald catches the light and gleams like rolling hills of fresh green grass after
Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Yellow Gold

Platinum Emerald Cocktail Ring
By Laviere
Located in Dubai, Dubai
Russian Emerald and adorned by 2.89 carat of fancy shape diamonds. Gross Weight of the ring: 12.30 grams
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

2.18 ct Cabochon Emerald Ring
Located in נתניה, IL
decorated with marquise and pear shapes in which are set with natural round diamonds - a total of 44
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Three-Stone Multicolored 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. It is a Fancy Light Yellowish Green SI1/Si2 clarity. The two smaller stones are Pear shapes that are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Antique Natural Emerald Engagement Ring, 18K White Gold Halo Wedding Ring
Located in Orlando, Florida
Green Cut Grade:G Adjacent Gemstone 2 : Diamond Shape:Round Carat Total Wt:1.17ct Clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Southsea Golden Pearl Ring YG 18k Precious Stones
Located in Préverenges, VD
) Total 3 sapphires (pink & yellow) round cut 0,89cts Total 1 green olivine pear shape 0,90cts Pearl shape
Category

2010s Swiss Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Other, 18k Gold

Diamond and Black Enamel Hoop Earrings
By Sarah Ho
Located in London, GB
emerald green with matching rings. Pastel-hued pear drops and bonbon-like pearls combine with candy
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

GIA Certified 7.55 Carat Natural Emerald 18 Karat White and Rose Gold Ring
Located in LA, CA
& Round Shape Natural Burma Ruby Diamond 4.99ct E-F Color VS Clarity 0.99ct Pear Shape Natural Ceylon Blue
Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White ...

18 Karat Gold Diamond and Peach Enamel Hoop Earrings
By Sarah Ho
Located in London, GB
emerald green with matching rings. Pastel-hued pear drops and bonbon-like pearls combine with candy
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

NIXIN Jewelry Adriatic Mist Australian Opal Ring with Emerald Tourmaline
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Colombian Emerald, 1.21ct Pear Cut Blue Tourmaline, 1.02 Cushion Cut Lavender Spinel, .30ct Oval Mint Green
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Opal, Spinel, Tourmaline, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Earrings Green Tourmaline 4.6 Carat and Diamond White Gold 18 Karat
Located in Valencia, Comunidad Valenciana
color G-H) from which hang two Beautiful Tourmalines in the shape of Pear Brilliant cut weight 4.6
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, White Gold

Vintage Antique Emerald Pear Drop Earring Set, Emerald Statement Earrings Set
Located in Orlando, Florida
for Her. Vintage Green Pear Drop Earrings, Emerald Teardrop Green Earrings, Unique Art Deco Bridal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Hoop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

GIA CDC Certified 16.10 Carat Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant
By Andreoli
Located in New York, NY
Color SI2 Clarity eye clean 0.74 carat diamond. CDC Gem Swiss Lab Certified vivid green 16.10 carat
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

29.17 Carat Marquise Emerald Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Chandelier Earrings
By Butani
Located in Hong Kong, Kowloon
Defined by its firework assortment of striking green marquise and pear shape emeralds, these
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Paul Amey "Lemon Sherbet" Sterling Silver with Gold Overlay Bangle
By Paul Amey
Located in Tewantin, Queensland
gold vine and stylized leaves, with a feature 2.73ct natural pear shaped green quartz, 3 Keshi pearls
Category

2010s Australian Artisan Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Natural Pearl, Quartz, Gold, Sterling Silver

Paul Amey "Lemon Sherbert" Sterling Silver with Gold Overlay Quartz Pendant
By Paul Amey
Located in Tewantin, Queensland
Paul Amey. This signature molten edge natural green quartz, diamond, sapphire and pearl pendant was
Category

2010s Australian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Quartz, Pink Sapphire, Gold, Sterling Silver

Rare Colors 4 Carat Green Pear Shape Diamond Ring
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
This breathtaking 4.01 carat pear-shaped Fancy Green-Yellow diamond engagement ring is a
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum

Natural Green Pear Shape Beryl 0.60ct Diamond Halo Ring in Platinum
Located in London, GB
Natural Green Pear Shape Beryl 0.60ct & diamond Halo Ring, Set in Platinum Green beryl is a rare
Category

2010s English Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Beryl, Platinum

Pear Shape Fancy Deep Brownish Green Yellow Diamond Trillion Sides Ring
By Shimon s Creations
Located in New York, NY
The stunning diamond engagement ring showcases a 5.19 carats Pear Shape Natural Fancy Deep Brownish
Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Nazarelle 18 Karat Gold Pear Shape Green Emerald and Diamond Ring
By Nazarelle
Located in Houston, TX
features a 1.75ct pear shape green emerald, prong set. It also features 12 round cut prong set emeralds
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Pear Shape Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Yellow gold and diamond ring featuring a 4.71ct pear shape green emerald in the center
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

4.29 Carat Pear Shape Emerald Diamond Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The ideal pear shape emerald. This deep green color is the perfect color for an emerald. Set next
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...

2.02 Carats Pear Shape Cut Emerald Diamond Platinum Halo Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One 2.02 Carats Pear Shape Cut Emerald Diamond Platinum Halo Ring. Featuring one pear mixed cut
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

3.39ct Natural Green Diamond Pear Ring GIA Certified
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
Yellow diamond, cut in a stunning pear shape. With a VS2 clarity, the diamond radiates a vibrant green
Category

2010s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, Rose Gold

Faye Kim Milky Diamond Gold Pear Shape Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Classic and contemporary come together in this handmade diamond ring. The Pear shape milky diamond
Category

2010s American Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

Certified 3.66 Carat Pear Shape Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
A beautiful 3.66 carat pear shaped natural Zambian Emerald three-stone engagement ring, with 0.73
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Certified 3.20 Carat Pear Shape Emerald and Diamond Engagement Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
A beautiful 3.20 carat, pear shape Zambian Emerald and Diamond cocktail engagement ring. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Estate Peridot Pear Shape and White Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful bright green peridot pear shape weighing 7.66 cts with 0.88 cts of white diamond rounds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Peridot, Platinum

Emilio Jewelry 5.49 Carat Pear Shape Emerald Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
Emilio Jewelry 5.49 Carat Pear Shape Emerald Diamond Ring. This amazing ring is unique and well
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

Certified 5.7 Carat Pear Shape Emerald Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
Emerald Pear Shape - 5.70 Carats Diamond Total Weight - 0.69 Cts
Category

2010s Zambian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

3.76 Carat Natural Pear Shape Emerald and Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning ring featuring a 3.76 Carat Natural Emerald and 0.47 Carats of Diamond Accents set in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

1.42ct Pear Shape Nigerian Sapphire Diamond Cluster Ring 14K White Gold R6300
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ 1.42ct Pear Shape Nigerian Sapphire Cluster Ring 14K White Gold Diamond Salt and Pepper Blue ♥
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified Fancy Color Pear Shape Set of 2 Rings
Located in Boca Raton, FL
certified: 515116439 1.42ct Fancy Light Yellow-Green Pear Shape Diamond. GIA certified: 2175417661 SI1 in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Mid-Century 2.11 Carats Pear Shape Cut Diamond Emerald White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Mid Century 2.11 Carats Pear Shape Cut Diamond Emerald White Gold Cocktail Ring. Featuring one
Category

Vintage 1950s Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Pear Shape GRS certified Colombian Emerald and GIA Yellow Diamond 18K Gold Ring
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
luxury with modern design. Pear shape Vivid Green Muzo Emerald (GRS certified) - 0.92ct GIA certified
Category

2010s Hong Kong Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Pear Shape Emerald Diamond Toi Et Moi Crossover Engagement Ring White Gold 2000s
Located in Lisbon, PT
, Portugal, 2000s. This jewel features a pear-shape emerald of a deep green color and a sparkly pear
Category

Early 2000s Portuguese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.89 Carat Pear Shape Emerald and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
This beautiful engagement ring features a vibrant green pear shaped emerald weighing 1.89ct in a
Category

2010s English Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

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Pear Shape Green Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact pear shape green diamond ring you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 1 vintage editions and 18 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a pear shape green diamond 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 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. A pear shape green diamond ring from David Gross Group, Nazarelle and Alberto — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Today, if you’re looking for a pear cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut alternatives. Most of our pear shape green diamond ring for sale are for women, but there are 2 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Pear Shape Green Diamond Ring?

The price for a pear shape green diamond ring starts at $2,274 and tops out at $136,233 with these rings, on average, selling for $7,500.

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 Pear Shape Green Diamond Ring
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    Although trends in bridal jewelry change over time, pear-shaped diamond engagement rings tend to remain popular. Jewelry makers have produced pear-shaped diamonds since the 15th century, when a Flemish diamond cutter named Lodewyk van Bercken first mastered the technique. Many people love the sparkle of the cut and find its mix of curves and points to be visually appealing. Find a diverse assortment of pear-shaped diamond engagement rings on 1stDibs.