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Cartier Nigeria Diamond Gold Band
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
. Makers signature & numbered: Cartier # 651368, Ring size is 57EU (US size 8) not resizable (Retails
Category

Late 20th Century French Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Natural Alexandrite Diamond Cats Eye Platinum Cocktail
Located in Miami, FL
, pave set in a halo style. The top measures 14 mm x 21 mm, 8 mm (high), Currently a US size 8 - 8.25
Category

1990s Romantic Cocktail Rings

Materials

Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum

Chopard Ice Cube Diamond 18k Gold Band
By Chopard
Located in New York City, NY
this ring so valuable is the process of production: the diamonds set on the front of the ring are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Salvini 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Eternity Band 1.83 Carat
By Salvini
Located in New York, NY
Sparkle in this white gold pave diamond ring from Salvini. This ring provides a polished look with
Category

2010s Italian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

New .60ctw Natural Diamond Tapered Signet Band, 14K Yellow Gold
Located in McLeansville, NC
- approximately .60 total carats - G-H color, VS-SI clarity Ring Size 7 Width: 5/8 in. Weight: 5.6 dwts. / 8.4
Category

2010s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Contemporary Black Pearl and Diamond Gold Jewelry Set
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
round cut diamonds, pavé set within a textured design. The pendant borders are ornamented with ten
Category

Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.41 Carats Blue Sapphires Diamonds set in 18K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Size 7 Center Stone Quantity 8 Total Weight 0.41 carats Color Blue Color intensity Strong Shape Square
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Engagement Rings

Materials

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

0.41 Carats Blue Sapphires Diamonds set in 18K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Size 7 Center Stone Quantity 8 Total Weight 0.41 carats Color Blue Color intensity Strong Shape Square
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Art Deco Platinum French Cut Diamond Asscher Cut Ceylon Blue Sapphire Engagement
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sapphire Antique Diamond Engagement Ring. Metal- 90% Platinum, 10% Iridium, 10.0 Grams. Stones- Octagonal
Category

2010s American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Thin Moissanite Wedding Band, 14K Rose Gold, Stackable
Located in McLeansville, NC
) Ring Size 6 Rise Off Of Finger: 1.7 mm Width: 1.95 mm Weight: 1.1 dwts. / 1.71 grams Stamps: 14K
Category

Early 2000s Band Rings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Tricolor Gold Pavé Diamond Hoop Earrings, 18k Yellowrosewhitegold
Located in McLeansville, NC
yellow, rose, and white gold, they feature a total of 1 carat of pavé diamonds in a unique crossover
Category

Vintage 1980s Hoop Earrings

Materials

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

Small Diamond Cross Charm, 14K White Gold, Simple Diamond
Located in McLeansville, NC
pointed cross motif with pavé set single cut round diamonds weighing approximately .12 total carats
Category

Vintage 1970s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Hoop Earrings, Chocolate Diamond Hoops, 14K White Gold, Brown and White
Located in McLeansville, NC
hoop design with a row of pavé set round cut brown diamonds weighing approximately .54 total carats
Category

Early 2000s Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Sterling Silver Purple Amethyst and Diamond Accent Fashion Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
enchanting allure. Adorned with 8 round diamonds, this pendant adds a touch of glamour to any outfit. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Graff 14.77 Carat Ascher Cut Diamond Bracelet
By Graff
Located in Miami, FL
showcases 8 spectacular Ascher Cut Diamonds weighing 6.04 carats, D-F color, VVS-VS Clarity, and 280 round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Bangle Bracelet, 14K White Gold, Three Row
Located in McLeansville, NC
design of pavé set round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately 1.5 total carats and with a hinged
Category

Vintage 1970s Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.05ctw Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace, 10K White Gold, Length 17 Inches
Located in McLeansville, NC
from a thin cable chain with a spring ring clasp. Stones: - diamonds - single cut round - .7 - .8 mm
Category

Vintage 1970s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold

Henry Dunay Coral Diamond and 18 Karat Gold Necklace Bracelet Suite
By Henry Dunay
Located in New York City, NY
pave set diamonds on the gold. Necklace measures 21.25" in length, while bracelet is 8". Hallmarks
Category

Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold

0.50ctw Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace, 14K Yellow Gold, Length 16 Inches
Located in McLeansville, NC
simple cut out heart with pavé set single cut round diamonds weighing approximately .05 total carats
Category

1990s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

4.13ctw Fancy Diamond Link Bracelet, 14K White Gold, Length 7 Inches, Statement
Located in McLeansville, NC
, open oval links with pavé set round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 4.13 total carats and with a hidden
Category

Early 2000s Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

4.13ctw Fancy Diamond Link Bracelet, 14K White Gold, Length 7 Inches, Statement
Located in McLeansville, NC
, open oval links with pavé set round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 4.13 total carats and with a hidden
Category

Early 2000s Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 18KT Bi-Color Gold .04 Ctw Diamond V Initial Necklace
Located in McLeansville, NC
a white gold, pavé diamond set V initial pendant weighing approximately .04 total carats suspended
Category

Vintage 1970s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Vintage Diamond Heart 14k Gold Necklace Pendant Pin Brooch Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
diamond by the yard chain necklace. The heart pendant features pave set diamonds in a white gold frame
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

DAVID WEBB Carved Coral Elephant Bracelet 18Kt Gold Platinum Diamonds Sapphire
By David Webb
Located in Miami, FL
. Diamonds: Mounted at the sides in pave settings, with 31 graduated round brilliant cut diamonds, with about
Category

Vintage 1970s American Modernist Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Coral, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Pla...

Antique Belle Epoque 14k Gold Platinum Diamond Lavalier Pendant Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
European cut diamond stands out with its very nice large size, weighing approximately 0.76 carats in weight
Category

Antique 1890s Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Lady s Diamond Pave Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
size 8, 13 mm wide vertical to the fingernail and 21 mm wide across the finger, circa 1950. This ring
Category

Vintage 1950s American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Fabulous Bombe Diamond Pave Ring
Located in New York, NY
18kt Rose Gold & Pave Platinum Dome Ring. Very fine clean white full cut Diamonds Pave set in
Category

Vintage 1950s French Baroque Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond

Faceted Emerald and Pave-Diamond Ring
Located in Nantucket, MA
` setting. The diamonds total .27 carats, the emerald is 5.70 carats. Ring size is an 8.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sterling Silver

Estate Diamond Pave Platinum Dome Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
: approximately 5/8” (1.60 cm) wide vertical to the fingernail and 8 mm high overall. RING SIZE: approximately 7
Category

Late 20th Century Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

David Yurman Sterling Silver 14mm Prasiolite Diamond Albion Ring Size 8
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
Prasiolite 14mm Ring Size 8 Pave -Set diamonds 0.30 total carat weight Ring 17.6 X 18mm Weight 10.9gr
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver

Cartier Diamond Pave Yellow Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
yellow gold and sparkling diamonds amounting to 1.00 carat, this exceptional vintage ring from Cartier is
Category

Late 20th Century French More Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Yurman Albion Ring with Prasiolite and Diamonds Size 8
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
Brand David Yurman Albion Ring with Prasiolite and Diamonds Pave-set diamonds, 0.22 total carat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pavé Diamond 8-Point Star Motif Band Ring in Polished 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
captivating 8-point star adorned with pavé-set round white diamonds. This central motif immediately captures
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Geometric Pave Diamond White Gold Wave Ring
Located in New York, NY
estimated 4.18 carats of sparkling round diamonds. Chic and fabulous. Dimensions: 16mm (5/8") Width. Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Oval Sapphire Emerald Pave Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Solid 18k yellow gold dome oval bezel set sapphire emerald pave diamond gold cocktail ring. 1
Category

Vintage 1980s Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Muzo Emerald Colourchanging Alexandrite Diamond Pave Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
. Total weight : 7.52 g Size EU 54 US 6 3/4 ( fits best ringsize 55 , US 7.2 ). This ring can be resized
Category

2010s Belgian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Alexandrite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Platinum Diamond Pave Pear Mounting Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
of 0.56 carats of diamonds. Mount holds about a 1carat diamond Ring Size: 5.5
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Platinum

Cartier Trinity Pave Diamond Tricolor Gold Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Tri-Color Gold Pave Diamond Trinity Band Ring by Cartier. With 144 Round Brilliant cut diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Panthere Diamond Yellow Gold Pave Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
ring from the collection is made from 18K yellow gold and is set with a ravishing ~1ct diamond pave
Category

20th Century French Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mint Tourmaline Paraiba Tourmaline Cabochon Diamond Pave Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
Experience the exquisite allure of this one of a kind highly detailed Tourmaline Ring, a true
Category

2010s Belgian Artist Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Tiffany Co. White Gold and Pavé Diamond Band Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautifully brilliant Tiffany 18 Karat white gold pave diamond ring. Spanning from edge to edge
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Pave Diamond Gold Link Band Ring with Tassels
Located in Montreal, QC
Sparkling pave set Diamonds, weighing approx. 0.62ct. Hand crafted in 14K Rose Gold. Ring size: 8, we offer
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Padparadscha Sapphire Paraiba Tourmaline Fancy Yellow Diamond Pave Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
finger’s contour, this ring offers unparalleled comfort. 18K Yellow gold 8 g 6 X Padparadscha Sapphire
Category

2010s Belgian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Paraiba, P...

Van Cleef Arpels Diamond Pave Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
against fabulous 18K yellow gold. Included Items: Manufacturer's Box Ring Size: 6.25 (52 1/8) Ring Top
Category

Late 20th Century French Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Open Facing Ring with Ruby and Sapphire Cocktail Ring with Pave Set Diamond
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
shank. Ring size 6 Diamond carat weight 0.25 Ruby carat total weight 0.62 Sapphire carat total weight
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Cartier Nouvelle Vague White Gold and Diamond Pave Dome Ring
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
length across the top and 3/8 inch wide. Pave set with 133 Round Brilliant cut Diamonds totaling 2.41
Category

Early 2000s French Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Hammerman Brothers Yellow Gold and Diamond Pave Cocktail Ring, 1970s
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in Chicago, IL
1/8 inch in length and 5/8 inch wide, Pave set with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds totaling
Category

Vintage 1970s American Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Luxle .25 Cttw Natural Diamond Split Shank Band Ring Size 8 in 14k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
, this band ring dazzles with 6 baguette diamonds and 25 pave set round diamonds in a chic split shank
Category

2010s Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Ruby Diamond Pave Square Dome 14K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
brush stroke of diamond pave decorate the square shaped head of this fourteen karat 14K yellow gold
Category

Early 2000s Unknown Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Yurman Authentic Estate Lexington Barrel Ring Size 8 Silver .23 CT’s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
!! DETAILS Style: Lexington Barrel Ring Ring Size: 8 Weight: 7.5 Grams Metal: Sterling Silver Diamond weight
Category

1990s American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Silver

Tiffany Co. Yellow Gold and Platinum Diamond Pave Band Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
. Ring Size: 5.5 (50 1/4) Band Thickness: 8 mm Included Items: Manufacturer's Box
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold

18k White Gold Pave Yellow Topaz, Tsavorite and Diamond Cat Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
18k white gold ring. This adorable ring is a white gold, figural cat motif, pave set with round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Topaz, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Contemporary Pave Diamond Leaf Design Ring in 14K Two Tone Gold
Located in Towson, MD
One 14 karat yellow and white gold pave set diamond leaf design ring set with one-hundred twenty
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

18 Karat Yellow and White Gold Three-Row Diamond Pave Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
encrusted in 0.86 carats of G-H VS pave diamonds. Measuring approximately 0.5 inches wide. Size 8. Made in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k 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 Included
Category

Late 20th Century French Band Rings

Materials

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

Tiffany Co. Round Brilliant Pave Diamond Infinity Symbol Band Ring in Platinum
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
figure 8 shaped design is embellished with .14 carats of sparkling round pave diamonds, F-G in color and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Schlumberger for Tiffany Pave X Ring with Enamel
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany Co.
Located in Darnestown, MD
ring is size 6 3/4. The front is 3/8 " wide, tapering to 1/8 in the back of the band. Pave round cut
Category

1990s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel

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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.