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GIA Certified 0.52 Carat Light Blue SI2 Clarity Diamond
Located in บางรัก, TH
Certificate: GIA Report Number: 7386007168 Shape And Cut: Pear Carat Weight: 0.52 carat
Category

2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

GIA Certified 0.43 Carat Fancy Light Greenish Blue VS2 Clarity Diamond
Located in บางรัก, TH
Certificate: GIA Report Number: 3375577178 Shape And Cut: Pear Carat Weight: 0.43 carat
Category

2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

GIA Certified 0.48 Carat Fancy Light Greenish Blue SI1 Clarity Diamond
Located in บางรัก, TH
Certificate: GIA Report Number: Fancy Light Greenish Blue Shape And Cut: Pear Carat Weight: 0.48
Category

2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

GIA Certified 1.00 Carat Fancy Intense Greenish Yellow I1 Clarity Diamond
Located in บางรัก, TH
Certificate: GIA Report Number: 7481173185 Shape And Cut: Pear Carat Weight: 1.00 carat
Category

2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

GIA Certified 3.50 Carat Fancy Brownish Greenish Yellow VS2 Clarity Diamond
Located in บางรัก, TH
Certificate: GIA Report Number: 1477305340 Shape And Cut: Pear Carat Weight: 3.50 carat
Category

2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

Emilio Jewelry Certified 6.70 Carat Vivid Green Colombian Emerald Earrings
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
pear of pear shape Genuine colombian Emeralds weighing 5.45cts Certified by C.Dunaigre. The emerald
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Vintage Earrings natural 1.6 ctw Sapphire Diamonds solid 18 White Gold /2.5gr
Located in SE
Green. Total of 52 natural brilliant cut Diamonds Ø 0.8 mm - 1 mm / ca. 0.0025 - 0.005ct each or
Category

Vintage 1970s European Retro Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sunita Nahata Floral Sapphire Tourmaline Moonstone Diamond Earring in 18KYG
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
moonstone, white pearl and diamond in 18K yellow gold. Yellow Sapphire: 7.47 carats, pear shape, 8 pieces
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Pearl, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...

GIA Certified 1.80 Carat Fancy Light Brownish Grenish yellow SI1 Clarity Diamond
Located in บางรัก, TH
clarity diamonds are found in various shapes, including round, princess, cushion, oval, pear, and more
Category

2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

5.05 Carat Teal Greenish Blue Sapphire
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
options for an outstanding design with this gorgeous gemstone: 1- Can be made with two pear-cut diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Loose Gemstones

Materials

Green Sapphire, Blue Sapphire

1930 Russian Earrings Rubies 3.3 ctw Ural Demantoid solid 14K Rose Gold / 5.4 gr
Located in SE
deformation occurs in general or if band of the ring changes shape or becomes deformed. Such misfortunes may
Category

Vintage 1930s Russian Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

2.43 Carat Pear Shape Green Tsavorite and Diamond Platinum Ring
By David Gross Group
Located in New York, NY
2.43 carat Pear Green Tsavorite with two Heart Diamonds .60 carats set in a handmade Platinum ring
Category

2010s North American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tsavorite, Platinum

Natural Fancy Lime Green Diamonds 1.01 Carats 18KT White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
/ Round Brilliant Fancy Lime Green shape Diamond:1.01cts Round Diamond/ Pear shape: 0.41 cts Diamond
Category

2010s Belgian Artisan Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 1.76 Carat Pear Shape Green Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This pear shape diamond weighs 1.76 carat and is certified 'Fancy Deep Grayish Yellowish Green
Category

2010s Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Kian Design 2.27 Carat Pear Shape Green Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Kian Design
Located in South Perth, AU
Zaffiro Cobra Ring This handmade Cobra inspired design features a gorgeous lively green sapphire
Category

Early 2000s Australian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Pear Shape Yellowish Green Three-Stone Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Calabasas, CA
A beautiful three-stone halo ring with a 2.02-carat Fancy Grayish Yellowish Green (VS) clarity Pear
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum

18k Yellow Gold Pear Shape Emerald Diamond Ring
Located in Birmingham, MI
3.53 carat pear-shaped emerald at its center. The vibrant green emerald is beautifully complemented by
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

15.05ct Oval Emerald Pear Shape Diamond Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
• Minor Enhancement • Certificate: GRS, GRS2014-070723 • Number of Pear Shape Diamonds: 2 • Carat Weight
Category

2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Cabochon Emerald and Pear Shape Diamond Cluster Ring
By Maximira
Located in New York, NY
Pear Shape Diamonds, all G/H Color VS Clarity set in 18k White Gold. The ring is currently a size 6 but
Category

2010s American Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Pear Shape Paraiba Tourmaline and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Pear shape 11 o' clock paraiba tourmaline ring set in a platinum pave diamond band.
18k YG Bonbon Tourmaline Custom Cut Pear Shape Cabochon Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
18k YG Bonbon Tourmaline Custom Cut Pear Shape Cabochon & Diamond Cocktail Ring - Natural Blue
Category

2010s Central American Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

David Rosenberg 6.52 Carat Total Weight Pear Shape GIA by Pass Diamond Ring
By David Rosenberg
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Rosenberg Diamonds & Co. 6.52 carat total weight Pear shape 3.51 carat Fancy Green Yellow VS2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

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

14K Yellow Gold 2.23ct Pear Brilliant Green Tourmaline Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Holtsville, NY
This elegant 14K Yellow Gold cocktail ring features a stunning 2.23-carat pear brilliant green
Category

2010s American Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

5.51ct Certified Colombian Emerald Insignificant Oil and Pear Shape Diamond Ring
By Valentina Fine Jewellery
Located in Sai Kung District, HK
diamonds, each 0.30ct, total diamond weight 0.60ct. The ring is made of Platinum, other than 18K Yellow
Category

2010s Colombian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

5.51ct Certified Colombian Emerald Insignificant Oil and Pear Shape Diamond Ring
By Valentina Fine Jewellery
Located in Sai Kung District, HK
diamonds, each 0.30ct, total diamond weight 0.60ct. The ring is made of Platinum, other than 18K Yellow
Category

2010s Colombian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

David Rosenberg 5.02 Carat Fancy Green Yellow Pear GIA Diamond Engagement Ring
By David Rosenberg
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Rosenberg Diamonds & Co. 5.02 carat Pear shape Fancy Green Yellow VS1 clarity is accompanied by a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Superb Natural Untreated 1.25 Carat Pear Shape Cabochon Jade Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
premium quality diamonds with a clarity grade of VVS and a color grade of H. Currently, this ring is a
Category

20th Century Chinese Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

AAA Pear Shape Emerald Natural Beryl Ring w/ Diamonds, AGL Papers 19.47 TCW
Located in Miami, FL
16.12 x 9.15 mm Color Description: Bluish Green Shape: Pear Cut: Mixed cut Set in beautiful and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald

4.57 Carat Pear Shape Emerald with 2.48 Carat of Diamonds Set in Platinum
Located in New Orleans, LA
This vivid green Emerald is an elongated pear shape and fashionably surrounded by 2.48 carats total
Category

2010s Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Turquoise Faceted Pear Shape Statement Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Gold with Stones
By Orostar
Located in New York, NY
tsavorites and diamonds. Turquoise is pear shape and faceted for a unique shine and measures 1 1/2 by 5/8
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Topaz, Tsavorite, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.36 Carat Emerald Pear Ring Cluster Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Size: 6.5, Shape: Pear, Color: Intense Green, Hardness: 7.5-8, Birthstone: May
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

Natural Pear Shape Emerald with Yellow Diamonds in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Lake Havasu City, AZ
Beautiful Green and Gold combo, custom made ring with a stunning "AAA" quality pear shaped emerald
Category

2010s American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

18K 1 Carat GIA Certified Fancy Yellow Pear Shape Diamond Bridal Two-Tone Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A 1.00 Carat GIA certified Fancy Brown Green Yellow Pear Shape Diamond and White Diamond Bridal in
Category

2010s Bridal Rings

Materials

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

14K Yellow Gold 1.97ct Pear Modified Brilliant Green Tourmaline Diamond Cockta
Located in Holtsville, NY
Details: * Carat Weight: 1.97 * Stone Shape: Pear Modified Brilliant * Stone Color: Green * Type/Clarity
Category

2010s American Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow White Gold 5.18 Carat Emerald and Pear Shape Diamond ClusterRing
Located in London, GB
Emerald is highly valued for its deep bright green color, transparency and rather high hardness. It
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

14K White Gold Pear Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
14K White Gold Ring 1.20 Carate White Genuine Diamond 0.25 Carat Pear Shape Diamond in the center
Category

2010s American Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

Unique Halo Pear Cut Natural Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring Gold Fashion Ring
Located in Orlando, Florida
Unique Halo Pear Cut Natural Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring Gold Fashion Ring A stunning ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Emerald Pear Ring 2.83 CTS
Located in New York, NY
Emerald Weight: 2.83 CT, Diamond Weight: 1.99 CT, Metal: 18K White Gold, Ring Size: 7, Shape: Pear
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

Emerald Pear Ring 2.41 CTS
Located in New York, NY
Emerald Weight: 2.41 CT, Diamond Weight: 1.99 CT, Metal: 18K White Gold, Ring Size: 7, Shape: Pear
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

2.59 Carat Emerald Pear Ring
Located in New York, NY
Emerald Weight: 2.59 CT, Diamond Weight: 1.99 CT, Metal: 18K White Gold, Ring Size: 7, Shape: Pear
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

Emerald Pear Ring 7.06 cts
Located in New York, NY
Emerald Weight: 7.06 cts, Diamond Weight: 2.38 cts, Metal: 18K white gold, Ring Size: 6.25, Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

1.31 CTS Emerald Pear Ring
Located in New York, NY
Gold, Ring Size: 6.5, Shape: Pear, Color: Green, Hardness: 7.5-8, Birthstone: May
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

1.85 Carat Emerald Pear Ring
Located in New York, NY
, Metal Weight: 6.04 gm, Ring Size: 6.5, Shape: Pear, Color: Vivid Green, Hardness: 7.5-8, Birthstone: May
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

1.19 Carat Emerald Pear Ring
Located in New York, NY
, Metal Weight: 4.74 gm, Ring Size: 6.5, Shape: Pear, Color: Vivid Green, Hardness: 7.5-8, Birthstone: May
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

Certified 2 Carat Pear Cut Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring Antique Cocktail Ring
Located in Orlando, Florida
Certified 2 Carat Pear Cut Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring Antique Cocktail Ring A stunning ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18K Green Emerald Diamond Halo Ring White Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Pear Shape Green Emerald Center. The Ring measures 1 1/16 inch in length and 3/4 inch in width. Ring
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Pear Cut Natural Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Snake Ring, Fashion Ring
Located in Orlando, Florida
Art Deco Pear Cut Natural Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Snake Ring, Fashion Ring Emeralds are highly
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Green Tourmaline Diamond Ring 2 Carat Center Gem
Located in Mission Viejo, CA
A deep green pear cut tourmaline takes center stage in this unique ring. The 2ct medium green
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold

14K Yellow Gold 7.39ctw Emerald Diamond Cocktail Ring, Size 7, Pear Modified
Located in Holtsville, NY
Count: 1 * Shape: Cabochon, Oval * Color: Green * Saturation: Moderately Strong * Clarity: Heavily
Category

2010s American Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yael Designs Green Tourmaline Diamond and White Gold Ring
By Yael Designs
Located in San Francisco, CA
. Elongated Pear-Shaped Green Tourmaline: 1.70cts. Round Brilliant-Cut Diamonds: 0.33ct. Total Weight 18kt
Category

2010s American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Art Deco Pear Cut Natural Emerald Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18K Gold Fashion Ring
Located in Orlando, Florida
Art Deco Pear Cut Natural Emerald Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18K Gold Fashion Ring A stunning ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

3.76 carat Green Tourmaline and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
An Exquisite 3.76ct Green Tourmaline and Diamond Halo Ring Elevate your jewelry collection with
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Certified 1.17ct Muzo Green Colombian Emerald and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
. Crafted in luxurious platinum, this ring showcases the perfect pear shape of the emerald at its center
Category

2010s Thai Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Ethonica Green Tourmaline and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
The beautiful green pear shape tourmaline 5.44 carat is set in the center of the ring and
Category

2010s American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Diamond and Green Enamel Stack Ring
By Sarah Ho
Located in London, GB
ring is part of the colorful Candy collection. Bright enamels and diamonds in tessellating shapes
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Deco Style 2.55 Carat Pear Cut Natural Emerald Diamond Cocktail Ring Band
Located in Orlando, Florida
Art Deco Style 2.55 Carat Pear Cut Natural Emerald Diamond Cocktail Ring Band A stunning ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Art Deco 2.93 Carat Pear Cut Natural Emerald Diamond Open Style Engagement Ring
Located in Orlando, Florida
Art Deco 2.93 Carat Pear Cut Natural Emerald Diamond Open Style Engagement Ring A stunning ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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