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Platinum Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Perth, AU
red square cut natural rubies and 2 rose cut shoulder diamonds. On a triple wire band and 18ct yellow
Category

Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Buckle Sapphire Rose Cut Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By Fabio Ferrara
Located in Marcianise, IT
This Ring is made of 14K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver. This Ring has 0.08 Carats of Rose Cut
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Ruby and Diamond 18K Gold Snake Ring circa 1880
Located in Goettingen, DE
historic snake ring is wonderfully preserved. 750/18K gold 3 rose-cut diamonds, max 4.9 mm, H/SI-p 1 ruby
Category

Antique 1880s German Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Rudy Diamond Retro Ring 14kt Rose Gold
Located in FLEMINGTON, AU
The classic style of Circa 60-70''s was this round ruby and diamond bow style cocktail ring
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold

Stellar Pair of Ruby and Diamond Stack Rings
By Tomasz Donocik
Located in London, GB
square-cut diamonds and gemstones. Materials: 18K Rose Gold set with White Diamonds, Mozambique Rubies
Category

2010s British Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Hematite, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold

Stunning Edwardian Diamond and Ruby Engagement Ring, 1910s
Located in Antwerp, BE
aligns from within a bulging square of 12 rubies with two old mine brilliant cut diamonds. With the
Category

Vintage 1920s Belgian Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Antique certified Burmese Ruby and Diamond Double Heart Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
rose cut Diamonds adding .90 Ct by the spread Excellent condition for the great age This type of ring
Category

Antique Early 1800s Georgian More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Ruby Baguette Diamond Stacking Ring
Located in Mission Viejo, CA
natural diamonds, this ring will add a vibrant drop of color to everyday jewelry. The rose gold setting
Category

2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Vintage 18 Karat Gold, Ruby and Diamond Ring, 1970s
Located in Bologna, IT
openwork to the shoulders. MATERIALS 18K gold, ruby and rose cut diamonds RING SIZE 6½ US (resizable
Category

Late 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Antique Georgian Ruby Diamond Triple Cluster Ring
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This fabulous 18ct yellow gold ring is set with lovely rose cut Diamonds and Rubies, and a
Category

Antique Early 1800s British Georgian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Certified 13.52 Carat Natural Untreated Ruby and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
brilliant cut diamonds at all the ring's available outer places, makes you look again, and again, and again
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Belle Époque Diamond, Red Enamel and Rubies Marquise Ring
Located in Paris, FR
Typical marquise ring set with five antique cut diamonds weight almost bordered with 20 small
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Manpriya B Ruby and Diamond 18 Karat Gold Flower Motif Cocktail Ring
By Manpriya B
Located in London, GB
dazzling rose cut diamond to create this beautiful flower motif ring. The delicate fret work band is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

14 Karat Rose Gold .65 Carat Diamond and Ruby Retro Estate Ring
Located in New York, NY
14K Rose Gold .65CT Diamond and Ruby Retro Estate Ring Metal: 14 K Rose Gold Finger Size: 6 (US
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Heart and Dagger Ring in 18kt White Gold with Heart Shaped Diamond and Rubies
By William Llewellyn Griffiths
Located in Melbourne, Vic
timeless. Handmade in 18kt white gold this enchanting ring features a central, heart shaped, rose cut
Category

2010s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Baguette Jewellery 14K Yellow Gold Pinky Ring with Diamonds and Ruby
Located in Teşvikiye, 34
Baguette Jewellery 14K Yellow Gold Pinky Ring with Diamonds and Ruby Jewellery is an expression of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Tank Ruby Diamond Scroll Ring in 18k Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Tank ruby diamond scroll ring in yellow, pink and white gold 18 karat. Beautiful tank ring
Category

Vintage 1940s European Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Georgian Ruby Diamond Gold Crowned Hearts Ring
Located in Austin, TX
18th century natural ruby and diamond ring. In the form of crowned twin hearts, the rubies are set
Category

Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold

Fabergé 18 Karat Rose Gold Oval Ruby Fluted Ring, US Clients
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
availability in your region. The Fabergé 18K Rose Gold Oval Ruby Fluted Ring features an oval 6x5mm Mozambican
Category

2010s British Engagement Rings

Materials

Ruby, Rose Gold

18 Karat White Gold Three-Stone Ruby and Diamond Ring by Ubaldi Gioielli
Located in Mestre Venezia, IT
ring is designed three Hearts shape natural sapphires for a total weight of 1,65ct, diamonds setting
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

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

Crowned Heart Diamond Ruby Rare Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
antique Rose Cut Diamond makes the heart of the ring, foiled back as all the gemstones set on this rare
Category

Antique 1740s Georgian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Ruby and Rock Crystal Ring in 18kt Rose Gold by BIGLI
By Bigli
Located in Oudenaarde, BE
Mini Sweety ring in 18kt pink gold with Rock crystal, Ruby and a signature diamond (0,02 ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Rock Crystal, Ruby, Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold

GIA Certified Emerald Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
. One of a kind emerald set in prong setting. 1.70 carat Burma ruby. Diamond cut ruby, pigeon blood
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Oval Cut Curved Diamond Engagement Ring with Black Diamonds and Wedding Band
By Valentina Fine Jewellery
Located in Sai Kung District, HK
crafted curved diamond engagement ring, featuring a centre 2 carat oval cut diamond. We make every item of
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire...

Edwardian Ruby Diamond Heart Shaped Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
This romantic and ravishing heart shaped ruby and diamond ring, dating from the turn-of-the-last
Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

18k Rose Gold Eternity Band with 0.19 carats of Diamond and 0.20 carats of Ruby
By By Design Jewelers
Located in Coral Gables, FL
18k Rose Gold Eternity Band with six (6) Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds that measure 2mm and weigh a
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Victorian Ruby Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
's. This unique and inexpensive engagement ring centers an oval cut natural ruby gauged at 5.05 mm x
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Luke Rose Platinum and Diamond Award Winning Cocktail Ring
Located in Sydney, AU
brilliant cut diamonds and a mix of baguette cut Rubies and Sapphires that slide from side to side when the
Category

2010s British Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum

Paris Craft House 6.21 Carat Rubellite Ruby Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Paris Precious Craft House
Located in Hong Kong, HK
PARIS Craft House 6.21ct Rubellite Ruby Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Rose Gold. - 1 Oval-cut Rubellite
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Signet Rings

Materials

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

Antique Belle Époque, 18 Carat Gold, Cabochon Sapphire and Rose-Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Rochford, Essex
-cut diamonds and a deep blue cabochon sapphire, this beguiling ring beautifully embodies this spirit
Category

Early 20th Century British Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

Retro 1940s Diamond Ruby Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
white gold the ring flaunts one (1) Old cut Diamond weighing approx. 0.30 carat and sparkly old Single
Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

Spinel, Sapphire and Diamond Toi et Moi Platinum and 18k Rose Gold Ring
Located in Princeton, NJ
: light and dark, platinum and rose gold, diamond pave and pink sapphire pave, but they seamlessly join
Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Spinel, Rose Gold, Platinum

Classic Oval Cut 1.50 Carat Seven Stone Ruby Diamond Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Brij Nivesh
Located in Hollywood, FL
A Beautiful Handcrafted Ring in 18 Rose Karat Yellow Gold with Natural Brilliant Cut Oval Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.3 Carat Blue Spinel and Diamond Rose Gold Ring
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
from both grey silver and 18 k rose gold. Giving the buyer a ring they will cherish for a very long
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Oval Cut Alexandrite Bridal Wedding Ring, Art Deco Rose Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Orlando, Florida
Oval Cut Alexandrite Bridal Wedding Ring, Art Deco Rose Gold Engagement Ring Engagement Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Alexandrite, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

64 Facets 1.50 Carat Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By 64 Facets
Located in Los Angeles, CA
jewellery brand that creates delicate and light rose-cut diamond and gemstone jewellery. The brand stands
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

64 Facets 1.50 Carat Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
By 64 Facets
Located in Los Angeles, CA
jewellery brand that creates delicate and light rose-cut diamond and gemstone jewellery. The brand stands
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Exquisite Victorian Diamond Ruby Rare Heart Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
collet , further bright white little rose cut Diamonds give effective glisten and wonderful life, spread
Category

Antique 1890s Late Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

1.42 Ct Natural Burma Ruby, Art Nouveau Inspired Ruby and 1.35 Ct Diamond Ring
Located in București, B
: diamonds, brilliant cut Weight: 1.35 ct Color: F Clarity: VS1 Cut Grade: V. Good We are specialized in
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Romanian Art Nouveau Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

French 1940s 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Tank Ring
Located in Versailles, FR
4 rose cut diamonds mounted in 18K white gold. Beside to the diamonds 3 purplish red color rubies
Category

Mid-20th Century French Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Platinum and 18ct Rose Gold Australian Argyle Champagne Diamond Ring
Located in SYDNEY, AU
One handcrafted platinum and 18ct rose gold ring, featuring one 1.02ct pear cut Australian Argyle
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

Ruby Diamond Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Barnsley, GB
This Ruby ring really does stand out with 61 diamonds around the main stone and with 2 sections
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Botanica White Gold Ring With Vs-Gh Diamonds And Red Ruby
By Hueb
Located in New York, NY
emerald and tanzanite. The collection is arranged on intricate settings made of 18k white and rose gold
Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold

Bee Shape Ruby Diamond Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Barnsley, GB
Bee Shape ring with 19 Rubies 0.80 Carat and 2 diamonds for the eyes set 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Elegant 1.21 Carat Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18KT White Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Elegantly designed cocktail or engagement ring featuring a 1.21 carat oval cut faceted ruby, prong
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold

Retro Ruby Old European Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Bellevue, WA
set with an Old European cut diamond accented by Old Euro and single cut diamonds and round rubies
Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Ruby Diamond Platinum Rectangular Ring
Located in London, GB
cut diamonds and rose diamonds. The diamonds are millegrain set which is a technique used in the early
Category

Early 20th Century British Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

64 Facets 2 Carat Elements Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By 64 Facets
Located in Los Angeles, CA
with alternating rose-cut diamonds and delicately accented by brilliant cut diamonds in a micro-pave
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Antique Edwardian Era Diamond Ruby Fox 18 Karat Gold Ring
Located in Crownsville, MD
Gorgeous English origin Edwardian era early 1900s 18K yellow gold with sparkling round cut diamonds
Category

Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold

8x6mm Natural Ruby Emerald Cut with 1/2 Carat Emerald Cut Side Diamond
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald cut three stone ruby and diamond ring. 1.50 Ct. Tw. Ruby center stone, surrounded by 0.50
Category

2010s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Belle Époque Antique Diamond and Natural Ruby Ring Romantic Motive Toi et Moi
Located in Antwerp, BE
brilliant cut diamond with an estimated weight of ± 0.44ct. (colour and clarity: H/I, i). Ten rose cut
Category

Early 20th Century Belgian Belle Époque Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Aida Bergsen 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Duo Flock Ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
cut diamonds and 0,03 carat rubies. The Flock Ring series are inspired by the mesmerising harmony
Category

2010s Turkish Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Aida Bergsen 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Trio Flock Ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
cut diamonds and 0,05 carat rubies. The Flock Ring series are inspired by the mesmerising harmony
Category

2010s Turkish Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Retro Three-Stone .12 Carat Diamond Ring .33 Carat Ruby
Located in Tampa, FL
A beautiful Retro ruby and diamond 3-stone Antique Engagement or Fashion ring features a .12ct
Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Ananta Sesha Ring in 14 Karat Rose Gold with 0.31ct Cognac Diamond
By Selda Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
prosperity. Ananta sesha ring in 14k rose gold with 0.31ct cognac diamond by selda jewellery Additional
Category

2010s Turkish Modern More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Black Tahitian Pearl, Ruby Diamond 14K Ring
Located in Fuquay Varina, NC
How do you top a black Tahitian pearl? You surround it with diamonds and rubies and set it in 14k
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Rose 2.11 Carat Unheated Oval Ruby Sunset of the Desert Cocktail Ring
By Niquesa
Located in London, GB
Desert Cocktail Ring - 18 karat Rose Gold - 2.11 carat Unheated certified Oval Ruby - 2.06 carat Pear
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose 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.