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Modern Pearl Diamond White 18K Gold Ring For Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 18K Matching Earrings Available Weight 6,43 grams Size 7 US Diam. 34-0,42 ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold, 18k Gold

Deco Ring with Diamonds Pearl
Located in Milano, MI
Unusual Deco period ring set in gold and platinum with rose cut and old cut diamonds and pearl
Category

Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Vintage 8.5mm Pearl, Ruby and Diamonds Ring 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 8.5mm Pearl, Ruby and Diamonds Ring 14k Gold. Very nice heavy ring featuring a center real
Category

Vintage 1980s Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold

GIT Certified South Sea Pearl Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive South Sea Pearl and Diamonds ring, in contemporary design, so elegant and refined
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Ruby Opal Pearl and Diamonds 18 Karat Gold Ring
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
A truly elegant one of a kind Ring, A pear shape opal a cabochon ruby as well as a round pearl are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

14k Gold Ring with Sapphires, Diamonds, Emeralds and Pearls, Flower Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 kt solid gold Floral ring with natural oval sapphires, diamonds, emeralds and pearls. September
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold

1900s Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold and White Gold Set Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive early 1900s pearl and diamond cocktail ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with an 18k white
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Diamond Swirl and Pearl Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Swirl and Pearl Cocktail Ring Description: This graceful 18k white gold ring features a
Category

20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIT Certified South Sea Pearl Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive South Sea Pearl and Diamonds ring, in contemporary design, so elegant and refined
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

GIT Certified South Sea Pearl Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite South Sea Pearl and Diamonds ring in contemporary design, so elegant and refined
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

1950s Cultured Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage cultured pearl and 0.38 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow and white gold twist
Category

20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

White Gold Cultured Pearl Diamond Ring - 14k Round .24ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Cultured Pearl Size: 7.3mm Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .24ctw Cut: Round Brilliant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

1910s Antique Pearl and Diamond Rose Gold Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique pearl and 0.51 Carot diamond, 18k rose gold and 18k white gold set twist ring
Category

Vintage 1910s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18K White Gold 10.2mm Tahiti Pearl 0.08ct Diamonds Sculptural Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
diamonds, adding a subtle shimmer that contrasts beautifully with the pearl’s dark luster. The openwork
Category

20th Century Thai Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco pearl diamond ring in 18k gold, circular ring, Rose cut diamond, certif
Located in PARIS, FR
Art Deco pearl diamond ring in 18k gold. Circular ring centered with a 7mm pearl, surrounded by 16
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamonds Ring Fine Pearls Yellow Gold White Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
white gold ring, set with sparkling diamonds and adorned with a fine pearl, is much more than a simple
Category

20th Century French Artisan Dome Rings

Materials

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

Yoko London Pearls Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Yoko London
Located in London, GB
-12mm Tahitian Pearl - 12 Diamonds (Total Carat Weight: 0.23ct) - 18 Karat Yellow Gold - UK Size N
Category

2010s British Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Ye...

GIT Certified South Sea Pearl Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
sophistication. Magnificent ring come in 18k gold with a luxurious South Sea Pearl of 15,5mm, extra fine quality
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

GIT Certified South Sea Pearl Diamonds 18k Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Adorn yourself with the epitome of elegance - white South Sea Pearl ring . Its luminous luster and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Olympus Art Certified, Diamond, White Gold and Pearl Ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Pearl 5mm/Pc Diamond, White Gold and Pearl Combination, Unique Design Flower Ring
Category

2010s Turkish Empire Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Victorian Pearl Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Centered by a claw set pearl diameter 7 mm, framed by 9 rose cut diamonds weighing approximately
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Unique Pearls White Diamond White Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 18K Ring Weight 17,5 grams Size US 7,2 Diamond 228-RND57-0,86-3/5A Pearls d 5,0-5,5
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, White Gold

Amazing Pearl Blue Sapphire Diamond White Gold Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 14 K (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 1-RND-0,01-H/VS2A Pearl diameter 7,0
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Antique Art Nouveau Diamond and Pearl Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 0.45 carat diamond and pearl, 14 karat yellow gold, silver
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Nouveau Cluster Rings

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Mabe Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Mobe Pearl and Diamond Ring Size 4.5- This stunning ring features one
Category

20th Century Unknown Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Victorian pearl diamond 18k gold and platinum target ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Victorian 18k yellow gold and platinum ring from the 1880s showcases a luminous pearl
Category

Antique 1880s Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

GIT Certified South Sea Pearl Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Stunning high-quality white South Sea Pearl and Diamonds ring, the perfect statement piece for any
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

18 Karat Gold Modern Ring with Pearls and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
rows of diamonds Materials: 18 Karat Gold, 1.1mm diamonds (0.13ct), 5mm white pearls The ring is 36mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold

18 Karat Gold Modern Ring with Pearls and Diamonds
By Amy Glaswand
Located in New York, NY
rows of diamonds Materials: 18 Karat Gold, 1.1mm diamonds (0.13ct), 5mm white pearls The ring is 36mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Chanel Comete 18K White Gold 1.25ct Diamond and Pearl Ring
By Chanel
Located in Southampton, PA
This Chanel Comete ring full of life and full of movement. Elevated by Diamonds totaling 1.25
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 K Yellow Gold Cultured Pearl Diamonds Ring
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
This stunning ring is beautifully crafted in 18k yellow gold. The ring features a gorgeous large
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Geometric 1.00ctw Diamonds and Pearls Ring 14k White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
A bold vintage cocktail ring crafted in solid 14K white gold, weighing 10 grams and styled with
Category

Vintage 1960s Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Na Hoku Tahitian Pearl Diamond Ring 14K White Gold
By NA HOKU
Located in Honolulu, HI
Specifications: Designer: NaHoku Metal: 14K White Gold ​ ​Tahititan Pearl Diameter: 9.3 mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Colombian Emerald Pearl Ring Black 14K Gold Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Colombian Emerald Pearl Ring Black 14K Gold Vintage This gorgeous vintage ring is finely
Category

Vintage 1950s Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

18K Yellow Gold Tahitian Pearl and .06 CTW Diamond Ring
Located in Stuart, FL
18k yellow gold Tahitian pearl and .06 CTW diamond ring. This ring has three round diamonds to the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Ring with Eight Pearls Three Diamond Accents
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This 18k Yellow Gold Ring with Eight Pearls Three Diamond Accents perfectly fits the popular
Category

Late 20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIT Certified South Sea Pearl Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Stunning high quality white South Sea Pearl and Diamonds ring, the perfect statement piece for any
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Fashion Pearl Ring with Diamonds
Located in Manhasset, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Fashion Pearl Ring with Diamonds Size 8.5 6 mm diameter pearl 2.4 grams total
Category

2010s Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Ring with Pearl and Diamond Pavé
Located in Bergamo, BG
gold Central pearl Pavé of brilliant-cut diamonds, 0.47 carats Weight: 19 grams US ring size: 6.75
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Fashion Pearl Ring with Diamonds
Located in Manhasset, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Fashion Pearl Ring with Diamonds Size 7. 5 mm diameter pearl. 1.8 grams total
Category

2010s Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Pearl and Diamond 18ct White Gold Dress Ring
Located in London, GB
elegance of pearls with the brilliance of diamonds. Two cultured pearls adorn this elegant ring, measuring
Category

Vintage 1970s English Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tahitian Pearl Mermaid Diamond Eye Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Tahitian Pearl Measurements: 14.4 mm x 14.4 mm x 4.5 mm
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K White Gold Ring with Golden Pearl and Diamonds
Located in Bergamo, BG
An 18K white gold ring featuring a striking golden pearl at its center, flanked by natural white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

South Sea Pearl Diamond Ring
Located in Geneva, CH
Ring in 18kt white gold set with one South Sea pearl and 176 diamonds 1.71 cts Size 53              
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIT Certified South Sea Pearl Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite ring features a lustrous South Sea Pearl at its center , surrounded by a dazzling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Classical Modern Pearl White Diamond Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 14 K Diamond 36-RND57-0,25-4/4A Diamond 51-RND57-0,55-4/4A Pearl d 10,5-11,0 1-0
Category

2010s Swiss Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, White Gold

18K White Gold Ring with Pearl, Diamonds, and Sapphires
Located in Bergamo, BG
An elegant 18K white gold ring featuring a luminous central pearl, set against a striking pavé of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

South-Sea Pearl, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Amazing ring in 14 kt white gold structure mounted with a central south-sea pearl surrounded by
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

18kt Yellow Gold Pearl Diamond Ring, 10.5mm Silver White Pearl, .65cttw, 9.25 Sz
Located in San Diego, CA
18kt yellow gold pearl diamond ring is a beautiful piece. It combines the timeless beauty of pearls
Category

2010s Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Ring Size 8.5 #22664
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Ring Size 8.5- Elegant and timeless, this 14K yellow gold ring
Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Bypass Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold Diamond: 16 round brilliant cut = 0.24cttw Color: G
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Diamond and Pearl 18 Carat Gold Heart Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This sweet heart ring holds an old mine cut diamond at the centre measuring 10pts. Surrounding the
Category

Antique 1880s British Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold

1.72 Carat Diamond and Silver Grey Tahitian Pearl Diamonds 18k Gold Ring
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
A Silver gray Tahitian pearl and white diamonds ring from FERRUCCI Entirely made in 18k white gold
Category

2010s Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

CHANEL Mademoiselle Cultured Pearl Gemstone Diamond Rose Gold Ring
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Chanel ring from the chic Mademoiselle collection is crafted in 18k rose gold and
Category

Early 2000s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Rose Gold

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl Diamond Ring
Located in Dallas, TX
Such a lovely timeless beauty!
Category

Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring with Diamonds and Pearl
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The Italian Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring with Diamonds and Pearl is a captivating piece that exudes
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Paris Lily Handmade 22K Gold, Diamond Halo, Pearl Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Paris & Lily handmade, 22K gold, diamond halo and pearl ring. Brilliant cut diamonds surround this
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 22k Gold

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Pearl Diamond Gold Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact pearl diamond gold ring you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and white gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 3818 vintage or 3318 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect pearl diamond gold ring among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 carat and 1 carat versions are of considerable interest. Finding an appealing pearl diamond gold ring — no matter the origin — is easy, but Mikimoto, Van Cleef Arpels and Ella Gafter each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and mixed cut alternatives. Most of our pearl diamond gold ring for sale are for women, but there are 1481 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Pearl Diamond Gold Ring?

The price for a pearl diamond gold ring starts at $100 and tops out at $1,233,828 with these rings, on average, selling for $2,936.

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.