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Pavé Diamond Frog and Lily Pad Cocktail Ring in 14 Karat Rose and White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 7.25 A whimsical and enchanting creation, this diamond frog ring is a playful yet
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Erwin Pearl 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Ring, Size 8.25 - 10.1g
By Erwin Pearl
Located in Providence, RI
, Weighs 10.1 grams - Ring size 8.25 - 30 Round diamonds, ranging from approximately 1 to 3 points each
Category

Vintage 1960s American Dome Rings

Materials

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

18K Yellow and White Gold Plated Silver 3/8 Cttw Diamond Bypass Triple Leaf Ring
Located in New York, NY
, pave-set diamonds to complete the look. The diamonds are a total 3/8 cttw weight and are of an
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold P...

Wide Diamond Baguette Band Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
combines modern glamour with classic diamond elegance. Size 8.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Pave Dimaond Beads Ring Made In 18k Yellow Gold Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18kt:2.75g, Diamond:1.93ct, Silver:1.89, Size: 8-10 MM"
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Nouveau Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

14K White and Rose Gold 1 1/8 Carat Diamond Triple Shank Halo Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
This intricately designed cocktail ring has a composite design that shines with 1 1/8 cttw of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

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

Diamond Initial Ring Open Ring 14k Gold Alphabet Band Ring Birthday Gift Charm
Located in Chicago, IL
Brand Handmade Material 14K Solid Gold, Natural Diamond Ring Size 8 Gross Weight 1.27 Grams Approx
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Neil Lane Diamond Engagement Ring Cushion Cut Center 1 1/8 Carat 14 Karat Gold
By Neil Lane
Located in San Diego, CA
NEIL LANE BRIDAL COLLECTION Style: Double Halo Pave Diamond Engagement Ring Item Number
Category

2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

10KT Yellow Gold Diamond Bypass Ring (1 5/8 cttw, H-I Color, SI2-I1 Clarity)
Located in New York, NY
Type: Pave Metal Type: 10K Yellow Gold Listing Gram Weight: 8.1 Grams Ring Size: 7.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

David Yurman Faceted for Men 6mm Hex Pave Diamond Band 925 Rd .69ctw Ring 9 3/4
By David Yurman
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 9 3/4 Brand: David Yurman Collection: Faceted for Men Design: Hex Pave Band 6mm Metal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond

Antique 18k White Gold Old European Diamond Floral Design Band Ring Size 5.5
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (8) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Single/ European Cut - Pave Set - Nice White Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Rose and White Gold 1 7/8 Carat Diamond and Gold Textured Dome Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Types: Pave Product Gram Weight: 12.97 Grams Metal Type: 18K Rose and White Gold Ring Size Available
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Dalben Black Diamond Quartz Gold Ring
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
dendritic quartz surrounded by 0.40 total carats of black round brilliant-cut pave' diamonds. Ring size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Australian Black Opal Split Shank Engagement Ring with Pave Setting 18K Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
: B3 Opal Size: 7.5x5 mm 30 Diamond: 0.107 ct Ring Size: 7 Opal Color: Yellow and Green Play of Colors
Category

2010s American Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Solid Opal Split Shank Engagement Ring with Pave Setting 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
: 8 x 6 mm Ring Size: 7 Opal Color: Rainbow Occasion: Engagement/Anniversary
Category

2010s American Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings

Materials

Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Edwardian Diamond and Enamel Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A very striking diamond ring from the Edwardian (ca1901) era! This gorgeous mixed metals design is
Category

Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Round Brillant Diamonds 14K Gold Men’s Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Yellow Gold Gemstone Natural Diamonds Ring Size 8 (All Sizes Available) Diamond Features Diamond Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Brilliant Cluster Diamond Engagement Ring in 14k
Located in Bloomington, MN
brilliance and fire. The ring is currently a size 8, measures approximately 10.4mm in width, and weighs 4.3
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Emerald and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
K USA Size 5 1/8 The ring size may be professionally adjusted in size on request to meet your
Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Gold, Platinum, White Gold, 14k Gold

Cerrone Aquamarine Diamond Oval Ring 11.12ct
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
A Cerrone Aquamarine Oval Ring, four claw set in 18ct white gold with 6 diamonds pavé set on the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold

Natural Diamond Designer Ring 14k Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
/Region of Manufacture: India Main Stone: Diamond Main Stone Creation: Natural Ring Size: 8 Setting: Pave
Category

2010s Indian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

1.53ct GIA French Platinum Diamond Ring
By Sebastien Barier
Located in San Francisco, CA
octagonal pave diamond border and diamond accented floral motif platinum ring, mounted with 8 prongs. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1920s Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
1.22cm/0.48" Height of Setting 6.1mm/0.24" Ring Size UK Size V USA Size 10 5/8 The ring size may be
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1950s Diamond and White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
/0.64" Height of Setting 5.95mm/0.23" Ring Size UK Size Q USA Size 8 The ring size may be
Category

Vintage 1950s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Pave Emerald Band 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Dome Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Pave Emerald Band 14K Yellow Gold Done Ring is a luxurious piece set in 14K gold, available in
Category

2010s American Modern Dome Rings

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Marquise Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Nantucket, MA
sterling silver. Carat weight of sapphires total 1 carat; diamonds are .99 carats. Ring size is 8. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sterling Silver

18K White Gold Diamond Eternity Ring 8.20ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
measures 19mm wide. Ring size is 8 1/2. The original retail cost was $20,000 to make.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Wide Band White Gold Diamond Ring
Located in Palm Desert, CA
have three round pave-set diamonds. There is a groove detail and the ring has both a smooth shiny and
Category

Vintage 1980s American Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Dinh Van Menottes Ring 18k Gold Diamond
By Jean Dinh Van
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
’s contemporary character.
 The ring is size 7 and weighs 10.2 grams. The band’s width tapers from 1.5" to 1/8
Category

Early 2000s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1960s Diamond and Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
pavé set eight-cut diamonds. The elevated, pierced decorated ring shoulders integrate with the main
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Ruby Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Bilateral Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Dimensions Length of setting 9.03mm/0.36" Height of setting 2.05mm/0.08" Ring Size UK Size G USA Size 3 3/8
Category

Vintage 1940s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum

1 Carat Pink Sapphire Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
This exquisite pink sapphire and diamond halo ring showcases a natural pink sapphire weighing over
Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Art Deco Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Weston, MA
approximately 1.12cts Calibre-cut emeralds weigh approximately 0.46cts Approximately 0.34cts of diamonds Size 8
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Certified Ruby and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Lucerne, CH
pave-set diamonds range from 0.005 to 0.05 ct. Ring size: 52.5, US 5 7/8 Maker's mark: ROM Stock no
Category

2010s Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, Platinum

Double Halo Diamond and Platinum Engagement Ring
By H H Jewels
Located in Miami, FL
This stunning ring features 1.00 carat Radiant cut diamond. The color and clarity are (F/SI1
Category

2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1.22 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
sixteen pavé set modern brilliant round cut diamonds. These impressive pierce decorated ring shoulders
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1920s Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
/0.42" Width of Setting 1.14cm/0.45" Height of Setting 7.3mm/0.29" Ring Size UK Size S USA Size 9 1/8
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

4.40 Carats Round - Brillant Diamonds 14K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Gold Gemstone Natural Diamonds Ring Size 8 (All Sizes Available ) Diamond Features Diamond Color White
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique 1.59ct Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Size K 1/2 USA Size 5 3/8 The ring size may be professionally adjusted in size on request to meet your
Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Aquamarine, Diamond and Platinum Ring
Located in London, GB
An aquamarine and diamond ring, set with an emerald-cut aquamarine, in an Art Deco mount, with a
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Pink Sapphire White Pearl Pave Butterfly Sweet 18K Rose Gold Animal Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
CT 8 White Shell 1.30 CT 18KR 5.64 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Animal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Diamond and White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Size Q USA Size 8 The ring size may be professionally adjusted in size on request to meet your personal
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique 1.54 Carat Diamond and Platinum Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
8.37mm/0.33' Height of setting 4.3mm/0.17' Ring Size UK Size R USA Size 8 5/8 The ring size may be
Category

Vintage 1910s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Double-Headed Panthere Ring with Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold with pave set Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold

1940s Diamond and Yellow Gold Signet Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Size T USA Size 9 5/8 The ring size may be professionally adjusted in size on request to meet your
Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1950s Floral Diamond Yellow Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
1.305cm/0.51" Height of Setting 7.95mm/0.31" Ring Size UK Size R USA Size 8 5/8 The ring size may be
Category

Vintage 1950s Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond and 14k Gold Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
, Graduation, Mother's Day, Valentine's Day, Wedding Metal: Yellow Gold Diamond Color Grade: J Ring Size: 8 Era
Category

2010s Indian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

1940s Diamond and Yellow Gold Band Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Size 5 3/8 The ring size may be professionally adjusted in size on request to meet your personal
Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Diamond and Yellow Gold Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Setting 1.34cm/0.53" Height of Setting 4.9mm/0.19" Ring Size UK Size R USA Size 8 5/8 The ring size may
Category

Vintage 1910s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

1930s Diamond Yellow Gold Marquise Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
embellished with twelve pavé set Dutch cut diamonds. The 14k white gold pierced decorated and flared ring
Category

20th Century Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Waves Skull Ring Sterling Silver with Black Diamonds
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
, 0.15 tcw Ring Size: 10.25 Available Sizes: 10 /9 /12 /8 /11 Ring Measures: 20.8m X 25.5mm Ring Weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, Sterling Silver

H. Krieger Diamond 18k White Gold Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
currently size 6 3/4, with adjustment up or down. The top measures 7/8" inches. As good as this ring looks
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Diamond and Yellow Gold Snake Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Size Q 1/2 USA Size 8 1/4 The ring size may be professionally adjusted in size on request to meet your
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

1940s Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
9 3/8 The ring size may be professionally adjusted in size on request to meet your personal
Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

JR 4.44 Carat Diamond Briolette Titanium Flower Ring
By JR Diam
Located in Hong Kong, HK
is Crafted in titanium, using 4.18 carats Diamond Briolette and 0.26ct pave Diamond setting. Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Titanium

1910s Antique Diamond and Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
setting is embellished with thirteen pavé set Dutch cut diamonds, graduating in size. The plain ring
Category

Vintage 1910s French Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Madagascan Sapphire and Diamond Ring in Platinum - Antique
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamonds: 8 Dimensions: Width of setting: 1.22cm/0.48" Height of setting: 7.18mm/0.28" Ring Size: UK Size
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 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.