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Van Cleef Arpels Diamond Pave Gold Band Ring
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
. Included Items: Manufacturer's Pouch Ring Size: 5.75 (50 7/8)
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Wedding Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Picchiotti Black Tahitian Pearl Diamond Pave Gold Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
. Pearl Dimensions: 9mm, 11mm and 12.5mm Ring Size: 6.25 (52 1/8) Ring Top Dimensions: 90 x 45mm Band
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Van Cleef Arpels Diamond Pave Gold Bypass Ring
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
sight. Ring Size:6.5 (52 3/4) Ring Top Dimensions: 25 x 16mm Band Thickness: 4 mm Ring Top Height: 8
Category

Late 20th Century French More Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulgari Yellow Gold Partial Diamond Pave Pearl Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
gorgeous ring from Bulgari. Ring Size: 7.75 (55 7/8) Ring Top Dimensions: 20 x 10mm Band Thickness: 7 mm
Category

Late 20th Century Italian More Rings

Materials

Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chaumet Diamond Pave and Emerald Yellow Gold Ring
By Chaumet
Located in Southampton, PA
emerald steals the show. Included Items: Manufacturer's Box Ring Size: 8 Band Thickness: 6mm Ring Top
Category

Late 20th Century French Dome Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Piero Milano Lapis Diamond Multi-Gold Pave Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
Ring Size: 7.75 (55 7/8)
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Stunning White Gold Pave Diamond Ring with Black Diamond Bezel
Located in Dallas, TX
pave area is 5/8 inches, This ring is very fashionable these days with black diamonds being the rage
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

White and Orange Diamond Pave Yellow Gold Flower Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
ring is a dazzling sight to behold. Ring Size: 6.25 (52 1/8) Ring Top Dimensions: 14 x 21mm Band
Category

20th Century Unknown More Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

H. Stern Wide Yellow Gold Diamond Pave Band Ring
By H. Stern
Located in Southampton, PA
. Diamond Carat Weight: 2.20 Ring Size: 8.75 (58 3/8)
Category

20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Yurman Sterling Silver Pave Diamond Labyrinth Band Ring
By David Yurman
Located in Washington Depot, CT
. .45cts in round pave diamonds. Size 8 Front of ring is approx. 9mm at widest and back of ring is 4mm
Category

Early 20th Century Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver

Tiffany Co. White Gold Pave Diamond Dome Band Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k white gold diamond set ring by Tiffany & Co. The ring is pave set with round brilliant cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Joke Quick Turquoise, Pink Diamond, Paraïba Tourmaline Pave Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
. The ring is pave set with: 22 x Turquoise cabochons , 9 x Fancy Pink diamonds 0,31 ct., 8 x Paraïba
Category

2010s Belgian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, Tourmaline, Turquoise, Paraiba, 18k Gold, Sterlin...

Van Cleef Arpels Partial Diamond Pave Gold Band Ring
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
carats of diamonds. Ring Size: 4.75 (48 3/8)
Category

Late 20th Century French Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Partial Diamond Pave Gold Band Ring
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
partial diamond pave. Ring Size: 5.75 (50 7/8)
Category

Late 20th Century French Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 10k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier High Jewelry Pavé Diamond Cocktail White Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
cut diamonds set in shimmering 18k white gold. The ring measures almost 1" wide and is a size 8 1/2
Category

Early 2000s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

French 1.00 Carat Diamond and Gold Platinum Set Eternity Ring- Size 5 3/8
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Size UK Size K 1/2 USA Size 5 3/8 Due to the nature and style of the setting, the ring may not be
Category

Vintage 1980s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Yellow Gold Pink Diamond Brown Rose-Cut Diamond Mosaic Pave Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
Sapphire Mosaic Pave Ring, handmade in Belgium by jewellery artist Joke Quick. (no casting or printing is
Category

2010s Belgian Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Brown Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k ...

Wide Pavé Diamond Band Ring, 14K White Gold, Statement
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage 14 karat white gold wide pavé diamond band ring. This statement band features a wide
Category

Vintage 1970s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Pave Diamond Ruby Engagement Ring Platinum 18 Karat Yellow Gold Semi-Mount Ring
By Rock N Gold Creations
Located in San Diego, CA
quality round brilliant pave set diamond, colorless and vs in clarity. This ring is a top quality designer
Category

Early 2000s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

2.03 Carat Round Diamond Three-Row Pave Platinum Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Handmade flat Platinum diamond band ring. Bead set with 3 rows of bright sparkly full cut diamonds
Category

Late 20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

18 Karat Rose Gold Pave Champagne Diamond Knot Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
: Champagne / G Clarity: SI1 Ring size: 8 (please allow two additional shipping days for sizing requests
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Diamond Pave and Invisible Set Ruby Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
18K yellow gold ring. Ring Size: 7.75 (55 7/8) Ring Top Dimensions: 14 x 21.5mm Band Thickness: 5 mm
Category

20th Century Unknown Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Diamond Pave Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
alluring ring from Van Cleef & Arpels. Ring Size: 8.75 (58 3/8) Ring Top Dimensions: 23 x 9mm Band
Category

Late 20th Century French Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Diamond Pave Ruby Yellow Gold Solitaire Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
fascinating ring from Cartier. Included Items: Manufacturer's Box Ring Size: 6.25 (52 1/8) Ring Top Dimensions
Category

Late 20th Century French Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Trinity de Cartier Partial Diamond Pave Gold Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
class by itself. The ring is made of 18K yellow gold and set with a 2.30 carat partial diamond pave
Category

Late 20th Century French Band Rings

Materials

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

Van Cleef Arpels Pave Diamond Pearl Dome Ring ~5ctw Diamond ~13.8mm Pearl
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Fairfield, CT
Van Cleef & Arpels Platinum Dome Ring with Diamond and Cultured Pearl Size 8 This platinum dome
Category

Vintage 1980s Modern Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Platinum

GIA Certified 8 Carat Diamond Three-Stone Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
three rows of pave-set round brilliant-cut diamonds extending half-way to the shoulders of the ring and
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

David Yurman .15ctw Diamond Infinity Ring, Sterling Silver, Ring Size 6
By David Yurman
Located in McLeansville, NC
A David Yurman sterling silver and diamond Infinity ring. This everyday ring features a cushion en
Category

Vintage 1970s Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver

Cartier Trinity de Cartier Partial Diamond Pave Gold Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
class by itself. The ring is made of 18K yellow gold and set with a 2.30 carat partial diamond pave
Category

Late 20th Century French Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18k Gold Diamond Pave Cluster Ring 1/2 CTW
Located in Cape May, NJ
scuffs to the sides of the ring band from previous use. Otherwise ready to wear The ring is a size 8
Category

Late 20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Diamond and Pink Diamond Oval Pave Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
= 1.75cttw Color: G Clarity: VS1 Pink Diamonds: 8 round brilliant cut = 1.77 cttw Color: pink Ring size: 6
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, Rose Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold and Pave Pear Shaped Diamond Ring
Located in Palm Desert, CA
total diamond weight of 1.75 carats. Ring size is 8, can be sized.
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Partial Diamond Pave Ridged Gold Band Ring
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
Van Cleef & Arpels produces a mesmerizing effect. Ring Size: 6.25 (52 1/8) Ring Top Dimensions: 20 x
Category

Late 20th Century French Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Panthère Diamond Pave, Onyx and Emerald White Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
The Cartier “Panthère” ring is made of 18K white gold and set with diamonds, onyxes, and emeralds
Category

20th Century More Rings

Materials

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

Amazing Custom Made Platinum Pave Diamond Wedding Band Ring
Located in Dallas, TX
This beautiful custom made ring features apx. .70 carats of very white SI1 diamonds pave set in
Category

American Band Rings

Van Cleef Arpels Ruby Diamond Pave Gold Double Band Ring
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
rubies add a splash of colorful brilliance to the overall design. Ring Size: 6.75 (53 3/8) Ring Top
Category

Late 20th Century French Band Rings

Materials

Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulgari Yellow Gold Diamond Pave Onyx and Coral Band Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
amounting to 0.65ct for an enchanting appearance. Ring Size: 6.25 (52 1/8) Ring Top Dimensions: 20 x 10mm
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Band Rings

Materials

Coral, Onyx, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vhernier 18k White Gold 8ctw Black White Pave Diamond Bypass Ring
By Vhernier
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pavé Set - VVS2-VS2 Clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Platinum GIA 1.34ctw Pave Brazil Paraiba Tourmaline Diamond Domed Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (8) Natural Genuine Paraiba Tourmalines - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Vivid
Category

20th Century Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum

Cartier Le Yin et Le Yang Full Diamond Pave Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
. The band measures 9mm at its widest point before reaching its crescent. Ring Size: 6.25 (52 1/8
Category

Late 20th Century French Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Luminous 1.35ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Luminous 1.35ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified Crafted in luxurious 18k
Category

2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hermes Chaine d Ancre Enchainee Diamond Pave White Gold Band Ring
By Hermès
Located in Southampton, PA
motif. Ring Size: 5.75 (50 7/8) Diamond Carat Weight: 1.00
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Sapphire and Diamond Large Dome Pave Ring
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in 18K white gold this is a large dome ring set with round cut diamonds and sapphires
Category

20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

LeVian 18K White Gold, Sapphire, Ruby Diamond Pavé Contoured Cocktail Ring
By Le Vian
Located in Great Neck, NY
Authentic LeVian Black Rhodium Fuchsia Pink/Blue Band Ring Size: 7 Le Vian® Ring featuring 5/8 cts
Category

Early 2000s Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.50 Carat Diamonds Pave Bombe Crossover Ring, 18 Karat White Gold
Located in London, GB
(tested). It is in very good vintage condition. Ring size: 58 –8¼ - Q ½ Dimensions: Height: 25.73mm
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 1.04 Carat Round Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum Twist Pave Band
Located in Baltimore, MD
GIA Certified 1.04 Carat F SI1 Round Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum Twist Pave Band Size 8 GIA
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Oscar Heyman 7.50 Carats Pave Diamond 18 Karat Gold Bombe Band Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Domed bombè style band is pavè set to front with round brilliant cut diamonds Graduating in size
Category

Vintage 1970s Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Engraved Diamond Wedding Band, Platinum, Ring Size 5.75, Floral
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage platinum engraved diamond wedding band. This stackable band features pavé set round
Category

Vintage 1970s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

David Yurman Chatelaine 18K Rose Gold Morganite and Pave Diamond Ring 7mm
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
carats, at its center. The morganite's beauty is elevated by delicate pave-set diamonds, totaling 0.02
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Morganite, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Gucci Pavé Diamond Carved Onyx 18 Karat White Gold Vintage Horsebit Ring
By Gucci
Located in Philadelphia, PA
1/4 inches. Shoulders are pavé set with round brilliant cut diamonds. Weighing in total
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Platinum .20ctw Diamond Wedding Band, Ring Size 4.25, Simple Diamond Band
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage platinum and diamond wedding band. This stackable band features 16 pavé set full cut
Category

Vintage 1960s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

LB Exclusive 18 Karat White Gold 0.93 Carat Diamond Pave Mounting Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This LB Exclusive mounting ring is crafted from 18K white gold and set with diamonds that amount to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Bezel Set Pink Tourmaline and Pave Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Clarity: SI1 Dimensions: ring top measures 16.60mm Ring Size: 8 (complimentary sizing available) Weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat White Pave Double Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
: H Clarity: SI1 Ring Size: 8 (please allow two additional shipping days for sizing requests
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany Co. Platinum Diamond Pave 5 Row Etoile Eternity Ring 3.75 Carats
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. 5 row pave band ring from the Etoile collection finely crafted in platinum with 150
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

2.94ct Elongated Oval Black Diamond Pave Band 14K Gold Engagement Ring R6307
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ 2.94ct Elongated Oval Black Diamond with Pave Band 14K Yellow Gold Engagement Ring ♥ Solid 14k
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Bridal Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

.64 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Ring, 18 Karat White Gold Pave Band
Located in Greensboro, NC
This ring is a size 7 - 7 1/4, but it can be re-sized up 1 size for a $40 fee. Once a ring is re
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

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Size 8 Ring Diamond Pave Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate size 8 ring diamond pave ring for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold. You can easily find a 2 antique edition and 16 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect size 8 ring diamond pave ring may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing size 8 ring diamond pave ring — no matter the origin — is easy, but Bulgari, Cartier and Stefan Hafner each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A size 8 ring diamond pave ring can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 16 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. 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 alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a size 8 ring diamond pave 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 Size 8 Ring Diamond Pave Ring?

On average, a size 8 ring diamond pave ring at 1stDibs sells for $6,293, while they’re typically $1,495 on the low end and $24,500 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 Size 8 Ring Diamond Pave Ring
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A good size for a diamond ring would depend on the wearer's finger size. Keep in mind that the smaller the finger, the larger the diamond will appear. For instance, on a size 4 finger, a 1.5-carat diamond solitaire looks significantly bigger than on a size 8. When it comes to diamonds, size is important, but it isn't everything. Instead of relying solely on a diamond's size (or, more precisely, its carat weight), it's best to look for a diamond with the ideal combination of cut, color, clarity, and carat weight. You can find a variety of antique and designer diamond rings on 1stDibs.