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Van Cleef Arpels Yellow Gold Diamond Pave and Invisible Set Ruby Ring
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
charming luster to this nifty ring from Van Cleef & Arpels. Ring Size: 7.75 (55 7/8) Ring Top Dimensions
Category

Late 20th Century French Band Rings

Materials

Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Yellow Gold Partial Diamond Pave and Onyx Band Ring
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
Size: 5.75 (50 7/8) Ring Top Dimensions: 7 x 20mm Band Thickness: 5 mm Ring Top Height: 6 mm
Category

Late 20th Century French Band Rings

Materials

Onyx, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Diamond Pave Baguette Ruby Yellow Gold Double Band Ring
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
diamonds and 0.81ct of striking rubies. Included Items: Manufacturer's Box Ring Size: 4.75 (48 3/8) Ring
Category

Late 20th Century French Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Le Yin et Le Yang 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Pave Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
diamonds. The ring weighs 19.9 grams, boasting band thickness of 8 mm and top height of 6 mm, while top
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Band Rings

Materials

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

14 Karat Yellow, White, and Rose Gold Pave Diamond Butterfly Stack Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Clarity: SI1 Ring size: 8 (please allow two additional shipping days for sizing requests) Weight: 10.45
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold 0.54ct Star Pave Diamond Squared Wide Eternity Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (9) Natural Genuine Diamonds- Round Brilliant Cut - 8 Outside, 1 Inside - Star Pave
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Fashion Diamond Ring
Located in Carmel, CA
Diamond Ring in 18k white gold features approximately 1.55 carats of round brilliant, pave set
Category

2010s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Bypass Diamond Ring
Located in Carmel, CA
Diamond Ring in 18k white gold features approximately 1.41 carats of round brilliant, pave set
Category

2010s Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Tourmaline Diamond Ring
Located in Trumbull, CT
Natural Bottle Green Tourmaline set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold with approx 1 Carat Pave Diamonds is
Category

Late 20th Century American Artisan More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Ladies Signed 925 Sterling 750 18K Gold David Yurman Albion Pave Diamond Ring
By David Yurman
Located in Houston, TX
split-shank. The ring is a size 8 and measures approximately 18.50mm tapering to 4.30mm in width by
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

White Platinum Green Jade Gemstone and 1 3/8 Carat Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
glamour with round diamonds in pave settings. The total 1 3/8 cttw diamonds are of an approximate F-G
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Platinum

Tamara Comolli Signature Wave Ring with Diamond Pave, R-Sig-Wave-m-p-yg
By Tamara Comolli
Located in Carmel, IN
delicate embrace. The crowning glory of this elegant ring is the scintillating Diamond Pavé drop. Finger
Category

2010s German Revival Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Unique Double Ruby Oval Cabochon Figure 8 "XO" Hug and Kisses Diamond Ring
Located in Tustin, CA
round brilliant pave set diamonds in a stylized "X" pattern, surrounding the oval rubies and forming a
Category

Vintage 1980s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Bvlgari 18K Rose Gold Diamond Serpenti Tubogas Band Ring Large Size
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. The ring is a size L . (US SIZE 7 TO 8) as it is slightly flexible). The ring is 18mm wide and weighs
Category

2010s Italian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

6ct Stunning Pink Blue Bi-Color Tourmaline Ring on 14K Gold Diamond Pave Band
Located in Osprey, FL
eternity diamond pave band ♥ This is a stunning statement ring, the tourmaline has a vibrant mix of pink
Category

2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Gold Diamond Ring, 14K Round Brilliant Cut 2/3 Carat Pave Cluster Band
Located in Greensboro, NC
This ring is a size 7. Metal Content: Guaranteed 14k Gold as stamped Stone Information: Natural
Category

20th Century Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Chopard Happy Diamonds Ring
By Chopard
Located in Mayfair, London, London
approximately 0.78ct, G+ colour and VS+ clarity. The ring is a US size 8, UK size Q and EU 57 and has a gross
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Diamond Dress Ring
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
predominantly F colour and VS in clarity. The 8mm ring is a US size 8 1/4, EU size 58 and UK size Q1/2 and has a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Ring Jacket, 14K White Gold, Ring Diamond Enhancer Wrap
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage 14 karat white gold diamond ring jacket. This ring enhancer wrap features a curved criss
Category

Vintage 1970s Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Chanel Diamond Ruban Ring
By Chanel
Located in Mayfair, London, London
, well matched in colour and clarity. The ring is a size US 4 5/8, EU 49 but can be adjusted for a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Leaf Eternity Wedding Band Ring, Platinum, Ring
Located in McLeansville, NC
leaf motif stations and pavé diamonds weighing approximately .25 total carats. Stones: - diamonds, 15
Category

Vintage 1970s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Huge Quality 8 Carat Modern Art Deco Design Diamond Cocktail Ring 18 Karat Gold
Located in Tustin, CA
pattern. Each station gives the illusion of a large diamond. Ring is accented by a diamond pave triple
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

4.74 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
" Width of setting 2.10cm/0.82" Height of setting 9.55mm/0.37" Ring Size UK Size L 1/2 USA Size 5 7/8
Category

20th Century Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

8.3ct Topaz Ring w Diamond Pave Halo in Solid 14K White Gold Emerald Cut 12x10mm
Located in Columbus, OH
Statement London blue topaz ring in 14k white gold accentuated by a halo of all natural diamonds
Category

2010s American Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

David Yurman Sterling Silver Diamond X Crossover Ring, Diamond X Ring
By David Yurman
Located in McLeansville, NC
polished and cable bands that criss cross one another and with a pavé diamond X sitting atop. Stones
Category

Vintage 1980s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver

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

2010s Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver

Sebastien Barier Diamond Engagement Ring
By Sebastien Barier
Located in San Francisco, CA
floral motif platinum ring, mounted with 8 prongs. The round accent diamonds, add approximately an
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Bulgari Platinum Diamond Eternity Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Mayfair, London, London
. The ring has a width of 0.90cm and is a UK size Q, EU 57 3/4 and US size 8, with a gross weight of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Semi Black Opal Split Shank Engagement Ring Pave Setting
Located in Suwanee, GA
Semi Black Opal Split Shank Engagement Ring with Pave Setting 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic
Category

2010s American Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings

Materials

Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold

Versace Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By Versace
Located in Mayfair, London, London
diamonds in a pave setting with an approximate weight of 0.61ct, G colour and VS clarity. The ring is a D
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Versace White Gold Diamond Ring
By Versace
Located in Mayfair, London, London
diamonds in a pave setting with an approximate weight of 0.61ct, G colour and VS clarity. The ring is a D
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Chanel Diamond Gold Band Ring
By Chanel
Located in Southampton, PA
Diamond Band Ring. The ring is accented with a partial pave of diamonds and the world renowned Chanel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Diamond Tank Francaise Ring
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
brilliant cut diamonds in a pave setting with a total weight of approximately 2.08ct. The ring has a width
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.43 Carat Diamond and White Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
carats Dimensions Height of setting 6.17mm/0.24" Ring Size UK Size Q USA Size 8 The ring size may be
Category

2010s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Rose Gold Cable Ring
Located in New York, NY
, spaced by a pave set diamond scrolling panel. One hundred diamonds weigh approximately 2.00 carats. Size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Star Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
A 14 karat white gold, star sapphire and diamond ring. The tapering polished band set with an oval
Category

Vintage 1980s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Star Sapphire

Bulgari Diamond Gold Band Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
precious gemstones. The ring is made of 18K yellow gold and is set with a lovely .75 carat diamond pave
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Aspen, CO
Ruby and diamond ring, the certified natural vibrant red ruby is held by 8 prongs and nestled
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Cartier Sapphire Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
is ~1.25ct. Ring Size: 6.75 (53 3/8) Included Items:Manufacturer's Box
Category

20th Century French More Rings

Materials

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

Diamond Chain Link Stackable Band Ring, 14KT Yellow Gold, Ring
Located in McLeansville, NC
A 14 karat yellow gold diamond chain link stackable band ring. This minimalist ring features a two
Category

1990s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Gold Pyramid Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A unique diamond ring, circa 1970, bold and mystical... carry the force with you... designed as a
Category

Vintage 1970s Dome Rings

Sebastien Barier Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Sebastien Barier
Located in San Francisco, CA
diamond border and diamond platinum ring, mounted with 8 prongs. The round accent diamonds, add
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Crossover Ring in 18 Karat
Located in Carmel, CA
18k high polish gold ring with round brilliant, pave set diamonds, F~G in color, VS~SI1 in clarity
Category

2010s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Diamond Alhambra Ring
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
flower are pave set with round brilliant cut diamonds totalling approximately 0.30ct. The ring is
Category

2010s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pomellato Diamond White Gold Band Ring
By Pomellato
Located in Southampton, PA
set with a glittering diamond pave. Diamond Carat Weight: 1.75 Ring Size: 7.25 (54 5/8) Retail
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Blue Topaz Diamond Sterling Silver Ring
Located in Nantucket, MA
silver. Ring size is 8. Carat weight of blue topaz is 1.93 and diamonds are .19.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Sterling Silver

Star Ruby Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This cocktail ring with an oval cabochon star ruby, tapered baguettes and round-faceted diamonds is
Category

Vintage 1980s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Platinum

Blue Topaz and Diamond Dress Ring
Located in Mayfair, London, London
multiple figure of 8 designs. The 58 round brilliant cut diamonds total approximately 0.45ct. The ring is a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold

De Grisogono Black Diamond Ring 3.75ct
By de GRISOGONO
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k white gold black diamond dress ring by De Grisogono. The Bombe style ring is pave set with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

3.90 carat Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
by pave diamonds. The sapphire is an sublime deep and bright blue, an outstanding piece of jewellery
Category

20th Century French Modern Band Rings

Materials

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

Art Deco Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
An Art Deco, platinum, diamond and ruby ring, Circa 1930’s. The ring contains a center Old
Category

Vintage 1930s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Yellow Diamond White Diamond Morganite Pearl Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, Size 8 3/4 with a spring ring for comfort.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Baenteli Royale Marquise Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Troy, MI
with pave set white diamonds. Weighs 5.4 grams. Ring Size 8 Ruby 0.60 cttw. Diamond 0.49 cttw.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Cartier Mimi Diamond Set Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1993, 18k, by Cartier, France. This gorgeous “Mimi” ring from Cartier is pave-set with 1.33
Category

1990s French Dome Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

Bulgari Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
partially set with a lovely diamond pave. Ring Size: 7.25 (54 5/8) Diamond Carat Weight: 0.20
Category

20th Century Italian Band Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold and Diamond Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
, and is currently size 8 3/4, with easy adjustment up or down. Wearing this ring will make you smile!
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Diamond Cluster Ring, 1.50 Carats
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian diamond cluster ring, marquise shaped design, with twenty-one, pavé set, old cut
Category

Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

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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.