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14K Yellow Gold Citrine Ring for Her
Located in Great neck, NY
Charming Design - This stackable ring features a 14k gold band, and a emerald cut shaped gorgeous
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Citrine, Yellow Gold

14K White Gold Peridot Ring for Her
Located in Great neck, NY
Charming Design - This stackable ring features a 14k gold band, and a emerald cut shaped gorgeous
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Peridot, White Gold

14K Yellow Gold Garnet Ring for Her
Located in Great neck, NY
Charming Design - This stackable ring features a 14k gold band, and a emerald cut shaped gorgeous
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Garnet, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Peridot Ring for Her
Located in Great neck, NY
Charming Design - This stackable ring features a 14k gold band, and a emerald cut shaped gorgeous
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Peridot, Yellow Gold

14K White Gold Garnet Ring for Her
Located in Great neck, NY
Charming Design - This stackable ring features a 14k gold band, and a emerald cut shaped gorgeous
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Garnet, White Gold

14K White Gold Citrine Ring for Her
Located in Great neck, NY
Charming Design - This stackable ring features a 14k gold band, and a emerald cut shaped gorgeous
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Citrine, White Gold

Masquerade Ring Concealing a Lover’s Inscription. Western Europe, circa 1760.
Located in London, GB
. Materials: High-carat gold, silver, enamel, diamonds, ruby. This characterful masquerade ring is finely
Category

Antique 18th Century Signet Rings

French 1950s Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Flower Retro Clip Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
flower with slightly bent petals whose heart is an antique cushion-cut diamond and the pistils are small
Category

Vintage 1950s French Retro Brooches

Materials

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

Statement Diamond Flower Band Ring18 Karat Yellow Gold Handmade Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
diamond ring beautifully combines the richness of 18K yellow gold with the timeless sparkle of brilliant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

14K White Gold Blue Topaz Ring for Her
Located in Great neck, NY
Charming Design - This stackable ring features a 14k gold band, and a emerald cut shaped gorgeous
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Blue Topaz, White Gold

14K Yellow Gold Pink Tourmoline Ring for Her
Located in Great neck, NY
Charming Design - This stackable ring features a 14k gold band, and a emerald cut shaped gorgeous
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Yellow Gold

14K White Gold Pink Tourmoline Ring for Her
Located in Great neck, NY
Charming Design - This stackable ring features a 14k gold band, and a emerald cut shaped gorgeous
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

White Gold

14K Yellow Gold Blue Topaz Ring for Her
Located in Great neck, NY
Charming Design - This stackable ring features a 14k gold band, and a emerald cut shaped gorgeous
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Blue Topaz, Yellow Gold

18k Rose Gold Ruby Pink Sapphire Diamond Tsavorite Butterfly Pendant with Chain
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
comes with a rose Gold chain with 16 brilliant cut Diamonds weighing 0.60 ct. The chain is 59 cm long
Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Natural 9.33 cts Rainbow sapphire ring in 14k gold
Located in New York, NY
Rainbow sapphire ruby eternity band ring 14K gold Natural emerald cut rainbow ring gold Rainbow
Category

2010s Indian Band Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Gold

Solid Yellow 14KGold Natural Sapphire womens Band Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
, Aquamarine, Blue Topaz, Citrine, CZ, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Opal, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Pink
Category

2010s British Victorian Bridal Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K White Gold Dark Blue Sapphire Cluster Ring
Located in Chesham, GB
Our classic floral design ring is made from 18K White Gold and handset with natural dark blue
Category

2010s British Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Ruby Pearl and Diamond Necklace
Located in London, GB
. Surrounding these rubies are several shimmering rose cut diamonds above in a neat geometric frame before a
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Platinum

9K Yellow Gold Natural Aquamarine Sapphire Dainty Promise Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
This stunning ring is made from 375 9K (9ct 9Kt) Yellow Gold and handset with Natural Aquamarines
Category

2010s British Art Nouveau Cluster Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Necklace
Located in London, GB
. This is contrasted beautifully with the other oval set with rose-cut diamonds in a bright platinum
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

14k White Gold Natural Aquamarine Seven Stone Eternity Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
This Delightful Eternity ring has been set with seven round cut Natural Aquamarines. This ring is
Category

2010s British Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, 14k Gold, White Gold

Solid 9k White Gold Cubic Zirconia womens Eternity Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
, Blue Topaz, Citrine, CZ, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Opal, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Pink
Category

2010s British Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

9k Gold, White Gold

Solid Sterling Silver Natural Garnet Victorian Style Eternity Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
, Blue Topaz, Citrine, CZ, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Opal, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Pink
Category

2010s British Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Garnet, Sterling Silver

14K White Gold Natural Citrine womens Band Ring, Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
, CZ, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Opal, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Pink Tourmaline, Turquoise or
Category

2010s British Victorian Bridal Rings

Materials

Citrine, 14k Gold, White Gold

10k White Gold Natural Emerald Womens Eternity Ring, Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
This Simple Traditional Solid 10K White Gold Ring has been hand set with a beautiful selection of
Category

2010s British Victorian Bridal Rings

Materials

Emerald, 10k Gold, White Gold

English 18K Yellow Gold, Natural Peridot Cluster Ring, Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
; CUSTOMIZE THIS RING We can make this ring to order in Platinum, 9K, 10K, 14K or 18K Yellow, Rose or
Category

2010s British Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

925 Sterling Silver Natural Emerald Womens Solitaire Ring, Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
including Amethyst, Aquamarine, Blue Topaz, Citrine, CZ, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Opal, Peridot, Ruby
Category

2010s British Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, Sterling Silver

Solid 10K Yellow Gold Natural Amethyst Vintage Style Solitaire Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
This beautiful ornate trilogy ring is handset with a large vibrant oval cut Amethyst measuring
Category

2010s British Victorian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Solid 10k White Gold Natural Opal Sapphire womens Cluster Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
. CUSTOMISATION This ring can be customized to your requirements - 9K, 10K, 14K, or 18K in Yellow, Rose or White
Category

2010s British Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Opal, Sapphire, 10k Gold, White Gold

9k White Gold Natural Aquamarine Seven Stone Eternity Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
This Delightful Eternity ring has been set with seven round cut Natural Aquamarines. This ring is
Category

2010s British Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, 9k Gold, White Gold

English 9K White Gold Natural 1.3ct Emerald 0.36ct 1/3ct Diamond Accent Engage
Located in Chesham, GB
15mm, Length 10mm Genuine Natural Emerald & Diamonds - One large central Oval cut 8x6mm (0.32"x0.24
Category

2010s British Victorian Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, White Gold

925 Sterling Silver Natural Citrine Unisex Marquise Solitaire Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
A stunning substantial Unisex Sterling Silver Solitaire ring design set with a natural marquise cut
Category

2010s British Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Citrine, Sterling Silver

Solid 14k Yellow Gold Pearl Tanzanite Womens Band Ring, Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
ring can be customized to your requirements - 9K, 10K, 14K, or 18K in Yellow, Rose or White Gold or
Category

2010s British Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Pearl, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Solid 10K White Gold Emerald Contemporary Split Band Solitaire Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
including Diamond, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Blue Topaz, Citrine, Emerald, Garnet, Opal, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire
Category

2010s British Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, 10k Gold, White Gold

14K Yellow Gold London Blue Topaz Cubic Zirconia Cluster Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
This Traditional Solid 14K Yellow Gold Cluster Ring has been hand set with a beautiful selection of
Category

2010s British Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

10k White Gold Natural Garnet Womens Eternity Ring-Customizable Metal Stones
Located in Chesham, GB
round cut Vibrant Red Natural Garnets, each one approx 3mm round. A beautifully designed Eternity ring
Category

2010s British Victorian Bridal Rings

Materials

Garnet, 10k Gold, White Gold

Solid 14K White Gold Five Amethyst Victorian Style Eternity Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
, Aquamarine, Blue Topaz, Citrine, CZ, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Opal, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Pink
Category

2010s British Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold, White Gold

18k Rose Gold Genuine Burmese Jadeite Pendant Necklace with Diamond Ruby
Located in Portland, OR
centuries. Set in 18k rose gold combined with three princess cut rubies and striking diamonds. This necklace
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Belle Epoque Diamond Ruby Gold and Silver Brooch
Located in Napoli, NA
Wonderful Belle Epoque brooch in 12 kt gold and silver with sparkling rose-cut diamonds (approx
Category

Antique 1880s European Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold

Edwardian Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
frame plays host to a row of rose cut diamonds around the outer edge in a fine milgrain detailing
Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Platinum

10k Yellow Gold Natural Sapphire Opal Womens Trilogy Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
. CUSTOMISATION This ring can be customized to your requirements - 9K, 10K, 14K, or 18K in Yellow, Rose or White
Category

2010s British Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Opal, Sapphire, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k White Gold Natural Emerald Womens Trilogy Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
including Amethyst, Aquamarine, Blue Topaz, Citrine, CZ, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Opal, Peridot, Ruby
Category

2010s British Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Ruby Tassel Earrings in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
tassel strand features rose-cut diamonds linked with platinum rings for maximum light play, all suspended
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Solid 14K White Gold Natural Tanzanite Pearl Womens Trilogy Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
ring can be customized to your requirements - 9K, 10K, 14K, or 18K in Yellow, Rose or White Gold or
Category

2010s British Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Pearl, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold

18K Yellow Gold Natural Colorful Opal Victorian Style Trilogy Ring
Located in Chesham, GB
THIS RING It can also be made to order in Platinum, 9K, 10K, 14K, or 18K Yellow, Rose or White Gold
Category

2010s British Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Solid 9k White Gold Natural Peridot Pearl womens Trilogy Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
, Aquamarine, Blue Topaz, Citrine, CZ, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Opal, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Pink
Category

2010s British Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Pearl, Peridot, 9k Gold, White Gold

Solid 10k White Gold Natural Blue Topaz Womens Trilogy Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Opal, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Pink Tourmaline, Turquoise or any
Category

2010s British Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Blue Topaz, 10k Gold, White Gold

Solid 18k White Gold Natural Garnet Womens Trilogy Ring, Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
. CUSTOMIZATION This ring can be customized to your requirements - 9K, 10K, 14K, or 18K in Yellow, Rose or White
Category

2010s British Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Garnet, 18k Gold, White Gold

10k White Gold Natural Amethyst Victorian Inspired Trilogy Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
including Amethyst, Aquamarine, Blue Topaz, Citrine, CZ, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Opal, Peridot, Ruby
Category

2010s British Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 10k Gold, White Gold

Solid 10k White Gold Natural Sapphire Womens Trilogy Ring, Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
, Blue Topaz, Citrine, CZ, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Opal, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Pink
Category

2010s British Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 10k Gold, White Gold

Antique Ruby, Diamond, Silver And Gold Drop Earrings, Circa 1880
Located in London, GB
rubies and, with a ring of old mine-cut and rose-cut diamonds below, with a cluster in the centre, with
Category

Antique 1880s English Victorian Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Silver

925 Sterling Silver Natural Tanzanite Pearl Womens Trilogy Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
, Blue Topaz, Citrine, CZ, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Opal, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Pink
Category

2010s British Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Pearl, Tanzanite, Sterling Silver

18k White Gold Natural Citrine Pearl Womens Trilogy Ring - Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
, Blue Topaz, Citrine, CZ, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Opal, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Pink
Category

2010s British Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Citrine, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Ruby and Diamond Mourning Hand Brooch
Located in London, GB
touch of sophistication to the overall design. A rose cut diamond can be found at the finger acting as a
Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

English Victorian Style 14K Yellow Gold Total 3ct Blue Topaz Trilogy Ring
Located in Chesham, GB
> We can make this ring to order in Platinum, 9K, 10K, 14K or 18K Yellow, Rose or White Gold. *Most of
Category

2010s British Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

FRENCH Antique 18kt gold Stick Pin with Diamonds, Rubies and Sapphires
Located in Aventura, FL
mine and rose cut diamonds, as well as vivid blue sapphires and rubies, lending vibrant color and
Category

Antique 1880s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Y...

Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Heart Linked Diamond and Ruby Brooch Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
hearts with a row of rubies above and below and a row of rose cut diamonds in the center. The ring has a
Category

Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Rose Cut Diamond Ring And Ruby For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact rose cut diamond ring and ruby 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, Rose Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 44 antique edition and 40 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a rose cut diamond ring and ruby may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat versions are of considerable interest. Creating a rose cut diamond ring and ruby has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Georgios Collections Inc, H H Jewels and Iris Fine Jewelry are consistently popular. Today, if you’re looking for a rose cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and mixed cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a rose cut diamond ring and ruby, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Rose Cut Diamond Ring And Ruby?

Prices for a rose cut diamond ring and ruby can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $431 and can go as high as $21,317, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,085.

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 Ring And Ruby
  • 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.