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Diamond Emerald Sapphire Fancy Cut Halo Art Deco Style Rose Flower Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Artistry and sophistication come together in a flower ring with diamond, emerald, and sapphire from
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Abalone Shell Fancy Diamond Ruby White Diamond 18K Rose Gold Turtle Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Dimensions: 2.05x2.50x2.70cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "13 Abalone Shell 2.80 CT 6 White
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

14 Karat Two-Tone Double Halo Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Diamond/s: 74 round brilliant cut= 0.75 Color: G-H Clarity: SI1-2 Dimensions: ring top measures 12.3mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

0.5 Carat Oval Cut Ethiopian Opal Diamond accents 10K Rose Gold Ring.
Located in New York, NY
Round-Cut Prong Setting Diamond (5pcs) 0.04 Carat accent stones for a lovely design. This ring is weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

Tension Twist Round Cut Emerald and Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
twists on the band. With the exceptional quality and brilliance, this selection of twist engagement rings
Category

2010s Hong Kong Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

2 Carat GIA Certified Pear-Shaped Diamond Double Ring 18KT Gold Bespoke British
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
a luxury engagement ring, statement ring, or heirloom-quality jewel. About Hasbani Diamonds
Category

2010s British Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...

Natural Tanzanite 14k Gold Ring, Tanzanite Diamond Engagement Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Natural tanzanite 14k gold ring. Tanzanite Diamond Engagement Ring. Engagement Oval Cut Tanzanite
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold

Ruby Diamond 18K Rose Gold Floral Flower Clover Style Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
A fusion of elegance, color, and brilliance. This striking ring showcases a vibrant array of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

White Pearl Fancy Diamond Ruby 18K Rose Gold Turtle Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Dimensions: 2.50x1.10x2.60cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "49 Fancy Diamonds 0.23 CT 4 Ruby 0.03
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

White Pearl Fancy Diamond Ruby 18K Rose Gold Turtle Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Dimensions: 2.40x2.60x2.50cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "42 Fancy Diamonds 0.53 CT 2 Ruby 0.02
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Revolver Tiger Eye Fancy Diamond White Diamond 18K Rose Gold Gun Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Dimensions: 5.50x0.80x3.80cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "5 White Diamonds 0.06 CT 306 Fancy
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tiger s Eye, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Belle Epoque Diamond Gold and Silver Engagement Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Beautiful Gold handmade genuine Belle Epoque ring. It is set in 18k Rose Gold featuring a large
Category

Antique Early 1900s European Belle Époque Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Natural Argyle Pink Diamond and White Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By HYT Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This beautiful ring is featured by Argyle Pink Diamonds and White Diamonds set in PT900 platinum
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified Unheated Purple Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring, 2.14 Carats
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful purple sapphire and diamond 3-stone ring features a natural, 2.14 carat unheated
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Rose Gold, Platinum, Gold, 18k Gold

Beetle Bug Diamond Pave Ruby 18K Rose Gold Animal Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
This captivating piece is crafted in 18k rose gold, featuring a striking beetle design. The body is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Georgian 15k/Sterling Silver Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
, larger stone is a rose cut diamond, which rests within an 8-prong setting, and has a carat weight of 1ct
Category

Antique 1750s American Georgian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold, Sterling Silver

Panther Cat Emeralds Diamonds Head Face Ring 14K Rose Gold Statement Ring
By Galt Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
This captivating piece features a bold design in lustrous gold. The ring showcases a sculpted
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Horse Stallion Pony Diamond Pave Ruby 18K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Dimensions: 2.30x3.10x3.45cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "151 Brown Diamonds 1.30 CT 3 White
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

14ct White Rose Gold Diamond Halo Ring 1.15ct
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
This beautifully designed Michael Hill halo engagement ring is crafted in 14ct white and rose gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold

Horse Stallion Pony Diamond Pave Ruby 18K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "90 Fancy Diamonds 1.19 CT 2 Ruby 0.05 CT 18KR 9.33 GM (WBTT)" 18K
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Turtle Fancy Diamond Ruby White Pearl 18K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Dimensions: 1.80x1.10x0.70cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "27 Fancy Diamonds 0.18 CT 2 Ruby 0.01
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Puppy Dog Fancy Pave Diamond Ruby 18K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Dimensions: 2.09x1.81x2.98cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "103 Fancy Diamonds 1.70 CT 2 Ruby
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Square Cut Emerald and Round Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Diamonds, total carat around 0.18ct - D-F in color and VS in clarity, with Heart and Arrow (Ideal cut
Category

2010s Hong Kong Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Horse Stallion Pony Diamond Pave Ruby 18K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Dimensions: 2.03x2.05x2.71cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "99 Fancy Diamonds 0.81 CT 2 Ruby 0.04
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Fantasy Dragon Diamond Pave Ruby 18K Rose Gold Animal Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Dimensions: 3.20x2.45x2.65cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "117 Fancy Diamonds 1.04 CT 2 Ruby
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

GIA 1.20 Carat I/VS1 Emerald Cut Engagement Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
Classic yet with a modern twist, this 18k rose gold solitaire ring appeals to contemporary tastes
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Fantasy Dragon Diamond Pave Ruby 18K Rose Gold Animal Ring
By Galt Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
Dimensions: 2.90x2.20x2.80cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "100 Fancy Diamonds 1.03 CT 2 Ruby
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Meghna Jewels Floral Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring has been meticulously crafted from 14-karat rose gold and 1.70 carats of sparkling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Marquise Cut Diamond Unique Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold with GIA Certified
Located in Hong Kong, HK
and distinctive ring. Product Specifications: - 0.30ct Marquise Cut Diamond (F/SI1), GIA Certificate
Category

2010s Hong Kong Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.15ct Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Turquoise And Pearl Ring In 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
0.15ct Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Turquoise And Pearl Ring In 18k Yellow Gold. Diamond G colour
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise

Frog Brown Diamond Pave Ruby 18K Rose Gold Animal Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Dimensions: 2.12x1.80x2.57cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "68 Brown Diamonds 1.06 CT 4 White
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Pink Tourmaline and Old and Rose Cut Diamond Ring, circa 1940s
Located in London, GB
curving grain set foursome of rose cut diamonds. The ring’s original millegrain-edged setting is
Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

5ct Oval-Cut Swiss Blue Topaz Diamond Halo Engagement Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
💎 Product Description: Radiant and captivating, this Halo Engagement Ring features a breathtaking
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Rose Gold Morganite and Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 14K rose gold Morganite: 1 cushion cut = 1.07cttw Diamond: 88 round cut = 0.62cttw Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

2.85Ct Pear Cut Blue Sapphire Diamond Halo SI/H Engagement Ring 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
2.85Ct Pear Cut Blue Sapphire Diamond Halo SI/H Engagement Ring 18k White Gold This ring features
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

2.85Ct Pear Cut Blue Sapphire Diamond Halo SI/H Engagement Ring 14k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
2.85Ct Pear Cut Blue Sapphire Diamond Halo SI/H Engagement Ring 14k White Gold This ring features
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Tiffany Co. 18K Rose Gold Amethyst and Diamond Flower Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Year: 2000s Metal Type: 18K Rose Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 5.1 grams
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Owl Bird Fancy Diamond Aquamarine Garnet White Diamond 18K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Dimensions: 2.20x2.00x2.50cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "2 Aquamarine 0.95 CT 3 White Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, White Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18kt Rose Gold Horizontal Set Marquise Diamond Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
A classic cut diamond utilized in a uniquely modern way. This 18 karat rose gold ring features a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

14 Karat Rose Gold Morganite and Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 14k rose gold Morganite: oval cut = 12.14ct Diamond: 80 round cut = 1.20cttw Color: I
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Oval Shape Blue Tanzanite White Diamond 18K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Dimensions: 2.30x1.60x3.00cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "84 White Diamonds 1.07 CT 1 Tanzanite
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Abalone Shell Fancy Diamond Ruby White Diamond 18K Rose Gold Turtle Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Dimensions: 2.05x2.50x2.70cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "13 Abalone Shell 2.55 CT 6 White
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Engagement Natural Diamond Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
18k ★HIGHLIGHTS★ -Handmade ring featuring a round-cut solitaire flanked by baguette diamonds. -Made
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Lizard White Diamond Green Garnet Ruby 18K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Dimensions: 2.00x3.30x2.50cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "28 White Diamonds 0.11 CT 42 Green
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Orange Sapphire Diamonds Pearl Butterfly Sweet 18K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Dimensions: 1.90x2.50x2.90cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "8 White Diamonds 0.05 CT 11 Fancy
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

1ct Pear-Cut Blue Sapphire Diamond Open Halo Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
distinctive engagement ring. Key Features: • Main Stone: Approx. 1ct natural pear-cut Blue Sapphire • Accent
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

White South Sea Pearl Fancy Diamond Brown Diamond Floral 18K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Dimensions: 2.70x2.40x3.10cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "150 Brown Diamonds 0.30 CT 267 Fancy
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Tiger Fancy Diamond Onyx Ruby 18K Rose Gold Panther Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Dimensions: 2.19x1.58x2.72cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "78 Fancy Diamonds 0.61 CT 14 Onyx
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rabbit Bunny Fancy Diamond Ruby Garnet 18K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Dimensions: 2.30x1.20x2.70cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "125 Fancy Diamonds 1.08 CT 7 Green
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Six Prong Eterniy Round 18K Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous Diamond Engagement Ring features Round Cut Diamond in Six-Prong Setting accompanied
Category

2010s American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

18k Ring 2 Tone Ring White Rose Gold Ring Diamond Ring 2 Tone Gold Ring
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Nouveau ring is fully paved with brilliant-cut diamonds set in stunning 18K solid gold, Rose / white gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Nouveau Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold

Tiffany Co. Soleste Platinum Cushion-Cut Diamond Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
gold, weighing approximately 6.0 grams. The ring centers a natural cushion-cut diamond weighing 0.90
Category

2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

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

5.24ct Oval Diamond Engagement Ring GIA Certified
Located in Victoria,, AU
A rare and exceptional engagement ring showcasing a 5.24 carat oval brilliant-cut natural diamond
Category

2010s American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

2.78 Carat Natural Tanzanite -Diamond Engagement Ring -14K Gold
Located in Sant Josep de sa Talaia, IB
This exclusive engagement ring for women is masterfully crafted in 14K yellow gold, centering a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

GIA-Certified 1ct Oval-Cut Diamond Double Halo Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Engagement Ring celebrates the artistry of timeless design and the allure of exquisite craftsmanship. At its
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

GIA-Certified 1ct Oval-Cut Diamond Double Halo Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
craftsmanship, this 2.50ct Double Halo Diamond Engagement Ring epitomizes timeless glamour and sophistication
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k Ring 2 Tone Ring White Rose Gold Ring Diamond Ring Blue Sapphire Ring
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
18k Ring 2 Tone Ring White & Rose Gold Ring Diamond Ring Blue Sapphire Ring Blue Sapphire Cushion
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Tanzanite, Gold, Rose Gold

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Rose Cut Diamond Engagement Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact rose cut diamond engagement ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Rose Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 207 vintage editions and 346 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a rose cut diamond engagement 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 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, .5 Carat and 1 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. Creating a rose cut diamond engagement ring has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Single Stone, Roshe Jewels and Mark Broumand are consistently popular. A rose cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also old european cut and emerald cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for a rose cut diamond engagement ring, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Rose Cut Diamond Engagement Ring?

On average, a rose cut diamond engagement ring at 1stDibs sells for $6,787, while they’re typically $520 on the low end and $775,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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 Rose Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
  • 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.