What is a vintage diamond?

A vintage diamond — as in, “a vintage diamond engagement ring” — refers to a ring that is at least 20 years old. Antique rings were made more than 100 years ago. Vintage diamond jewelry is not old enough to qualify as antique but it is at least two decades old. Find a collection of antique and vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs today.

Are vintage diamond rings worth more?

Whether vintage diamond rings are worth more varies. Many factors influence the potential selling price of vintage and contemporary rings, including their maker, style and condition. The type of precious metal and the diamond's color, clarity, cut and carat weight will also impact the ring's price. Explore a wide variety of vintage diamond rings on 1stDibs.

How can you tell if a vintage diamond ring is real?

To tell if a vintage diamond ring is real, you can first research the maker using trusted online resources. Hallmarks found on the inside of the band can provide a starting point for identifying a maker. By reading about the maker, you can find out if they typically produced fine jewelry or costume jewelry. If the maker of your ring was a fine jewelry maker, your ring is more likely to contain a real diamond. Another option is to take your ring to a certified appraiser or experienced jeweler who can assist in identifying the stone. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage diamond rings.

Vintage Diamond Matches

Sapphire And Diamond Cluster Ring

1960 Emerald Cut Diamond Ring

Vintage Gold 1970s Rings

Vintage Stone Earrings

1930s Platinum Gold Diamond Rings

Trilogy Ring

Art Deco 1930s Diamond Ring

2 Carat Transitional Diamond Ring

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1990s Unknown Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 13.94 Carat Tourmaline and Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant

$6,777

Vintage 1.40Ct Sapphire 1.10ct Diamond White Gold Cluster Earrings, Circa 1990

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

well color matched diamonds display a fine white color and brilliance. The earrings are an excellent

Category

1990s Unknown Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Vintage 1.40Ct Sapphire 1.10ct Diamond White Gold Cluster Earrings, Circa 1990

$3,080

Late Art Deco Baguette Cut Diamond Full Eternity Ring, circa 1940s

Located in London, GB

. The diamonds all match in quality, estimated as H in colour and VS2 in clarity. It is a size P and

Category

1940s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Late Art Deco Baguette Cut Diamond Full Eternity Ring, circa 1940s

$9,612

Vintage Boucheron Ruby and Diamond Ring Set in 18k Yellow Gold

By Boucheron

Located in London, England

A beautiful vintage Boucheron ruby and diamond trilogy ring set in 18k yellow gold. This classic

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1990s Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Vintage Boucheron Ruby and Diamond Ring Set in 18k Yellow Gold

$71,450

1940s 9.39 Carat Diamond and 4.10 Carat Emerald White Gold Necklace

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

displaying fine color, brilliance and presence. The impressive diamonds display an evenly matched white color

Category

1940s Unknown Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

1940s 9.39 Carat Diamond and 4.10 Carat Emerald White Gold Necklace

$23,208

Oscar Heyman GIA Certified 8.04 Carat Pear Shape Diamond Wedding Set

By Oscar Heyman

Located in Miami, FL

, seamlessly set with 2 carefully selected and perfectly matched pear shape diamonds weighing 1.15 carats total

Category

1960s American Modern Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Oscar Heyman GIA Certified 8.04 Carat Pear Shape Diamond Wedding Set

$638,000 / set

Vintage Cartier Chunky Diamond Necklace in Tri-Colored Gold

By Cartier

Located in London, England

pendant. The pendant hangs freely from a diamond set bail and matches the chain subtly by having tri

Category

1980s Unknown Retro Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

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

Vintage Cartier Chunky Diamond Necklace in Tri-Colored Gold

$14,993

Vintage Cartier Chunky Diamond Necklace in Tri-Coloured Gold

By Cartier

Located in London, England

pendant. The pendant hangs freely from a diamond set bail and matches the chain subtly by having tri

Category

1980s Unknown Retro Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

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

Vintage Cartier Chunky Diamond Necklace in Tri-Coloured Gold

$14,993

Micropave 11.50 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Bangle

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

craftsmanship setting the well matched diamonds. Good wrist coverage and easy to wear. Flawless Protection

Category

1980s Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Micropave 11.50 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Bangle

$16,500

Diamond Sapphire Emerald 18 Karat White Gold Riviera Tutti-Frutti Necklace

Located in Philadelphia, PA

cut diamonds Very well matched and weighing in total approximately 7.25 carats - G to I color with VS

Category

1980s Contemporary Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire...

Diamond Sapphire Emerald 18 Karat White Gold Riviera Tutti-Frutti Necklace

$22,650

0.60Ct Diamond and 18k White Gold Stud Earrings - Vintage Circa 1990

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

clarity matched. These impressive diamond stud earrings secure to the reverse with a hallmarked

Category

1990s Unknown Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.60Ct Diamond and 18k White Gold Stud Earrings - Vintage Circa 1990

$2,681

Limited Edition Van Cleef Arpels Lady Papillon Diamond White Gold Watch

By Van Cleef Arpels

Located in Dallas, TX

Anniversary edition of only 100. The 3.36 carats of beautifully matched diamonds form the shape of a butterfly

Category

Late 20th Century Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Limited Edition Van Cleef Arpels Lady Papillon Diamond White Gold Watch

$16,800

1950 s Mid-Century 1.25 Carats Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Five Stone Ring

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Band ring features five round brilliant cut diamonds - well matched Weighing in total

Category

1950s Retro Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1950 s Mid-Century 1.25 Carats Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Five Stone Ring

$2,225

Late Deco 0.60ct Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1940s

Located in London, GB

an additional two down each shoulder. The diamonds total 0.28 carat and match in quality at G in

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1940s British Art Deco Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Late Deco 0.60ct Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1940s

$1,889

CHIMENTO Italian Quilted Clips-On Earrings In 18Kt Yellow Gold With VS Diamonds

By Chimento

Located in Miami, FL

finishes. They are embellished with eight well matched white colorless diamonds, fitted with gold posts for

Category

1970s Italian Modernist Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

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

CHIMENTO Italian Quilted Clips-On Earrings In 18Kt Yellow Gold With VS Diamonds

$6,250 / set

Vintage 14.31ct Tourmaline and 2.44ct Diamond 18ct Yellow Gold Pendant

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

fine colour, brilliance and presence. The high colour graded, well colour matched diamonds display a

Category

20th Century Unknown Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

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

Vintage 14.31ct Tourmaline and 2.44ct Diamond 18ct Yellow Gold Pendant

$8,147

0.54Ct Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Drop Earrings - Vintage French Circa 1940

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

matched, feature diamonds are suspended and articulate from transitional modern brilliant round cut

Category

1940s French Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.54Ct Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Drop Earrings - Vintage French Circa 1940

$2,048

Vintage 4.14 Carat Asscher Cut Diamond and Ruby Platinum Eternity Band

Located in Addison, TX

matched, diamonds and rubies channel set in platinum! There is a pierced open back pattern throughout the

Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Vintage 4.14 Carat Asscher Cut Diamond and Ruby Platinum Eternity Band

$4,320

Vintage 4.14 Carat Asscher Cut Diamond and Ruby Platinum Eternity Band

Located in Addison, TX

matched, diamonds and rubies channel set in platinum! There is a pierced open back pattern throughout the

Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Vintage 4.14 Carat Asscher Cut Diamond and Ruby Platinum Eternity Band

$5,400

Estate 14K Gold Sapphire Diamond Halo Ring, USA, Size 8

Located in Miami, FL

, surrounded by a classic halo of 14 round brilliant diamonds totaling approximately 0.70 carats. The diamonds

Category

1980s American Art Deco Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate 14K Gold Sapphire Diamond Halo Ring, USA, Size 8

$2,995

AAAA White South Sea Pearl and 42.75 Carat Diamond Necklace and Earring Set

Located in Tustin, CA

diamond necklace features 23 perfectly matched pearls interspaced with diamond encrusted swirling motif

Category

20th Century American Artisan Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

AAAA White South Sea Pearl and 42.75 Carat Diamond Necklace and Earring Set

$187,500

Vintage Diamond Ring centering a fine Baroque Pearl, circa 1960

Located in Aspen, CO

", and weighing at approximately 1.0 cts. The brilliant cut diamonds are well cut and matched. They

Category

Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold

Vintage Diamond Ring centering a fine Baroque Pearl, circa 1960

$1,960

6.83 Carat Ceylon Sapphire 2.84 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring Circa 1970

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

color matched supporting diamonds display a fine white color, brilliance and presence. This vintage

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1970s Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

6.83 Carat Ceylon Sapphire 2.84 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring Circa 1970

$17,731

GIA 2.52 Carat Diamond Engagement Enamel Flower Cluster Cocktail Vintage Ring

Located in New York, NY

with bright and well matched diamonds. Jewels of this particular style are of French origin; in this

Category

1940s Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA 2.52 Carat Diamond Engagement Enamel Flower Cluster Cocktail Vintage Ring

$7,650

Sapphire and 1.02Ct Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring Circa 1960

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

, brilliance, and presence. The high color graded and well color matched diamonds display a fine white color

Category

1980s Unknown Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

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

Sapphire and 1.02Ct Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring Circa 1960

$2,731

Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Earring and Necklace Set Circa 1970

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

, brilliance and presence. The stunning, high color graded, well color matched diamonds display a fine white

Category

1970s Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Earring and Necklace Set Circa 1970

$14,993 / set

Pierre/Famille Golden South Sea Pearl Bracelet and Fancy Intense Diamond Clasp

Located in Aspen, CO

a fine fancy intense yellow diamond ball clasp. The diamonds are match well in color. There are

Category

20th Century American Contemporary Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Pierre/Famille Golden South Sea Pearl Bracelet and Fancy Intense Diamond Clasp

$11,000

Tiffany Co. 1.45 Carat Diamond and Platinum Engagement Ring with Wedding

By Tiffany Co.

Located in GB

, to include the supersized Embrace eternity 3.00 tcw diamond wedding band that matches this ring, the

Category

20th Century British Modern Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany Co. 1.45 Carat Diamond and Platinum Engagement Ring with Wedding

$17,115

Mid Century Diamond Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Multi Strand Bracelet

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

quite a match like diamonds and pearls, the best of both worlds. With seven strands of pearls and twenty

Category

1950s Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, White Gold

Mid Century Diamond Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Multi Strand Bracelet

$6,550

1980s 4.80 Carat Burmese Ruby and 2.80 Carat Diamond, Yellow Gold Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

border around the stepped design. All thirty-two diamonds are very well colour matched. The subtly

Category

1980s Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1980s 4.80 Carat Burmese Ruby and 2.80 Carat Diamond, Yellow Gold Ring

$12,579

1940s 1.55 Carat Ruby and Diamond Rose Gold Brooch Pendant

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

and very high color graded, very well color matched diamonds. The pendant brooch is a very good gauge

Category

1940s Unknown Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

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

1940s 1.55 Carat Ruby and Diamond Rose Gold Brooch Pendant

$2,252

Pearl and 0.18Ct Diamond, 18k White Gold Earrings - Vintage German Circa 1970

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

pearl surmounted by a modern brilliant round cut diamond. The well color matched diamonds are four

Category

1970s German Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pearl and 0.18Ct Diamond, 18k White Gold Earrings - Vintage German Circa 1970

$2,048

Mid-Century 1.00 CTW Marquise Diamond 14K White Gold Vintage Engagement Ring

Located in Philadelphia, PA

diamonds - well matched to center Weighing approximately 0.12 carat total Completed by flared shoulders

Category

1950s Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Mid-Century 1.00 CTW Marquise Diamond 14K White Gold Vintage Engagement Ring

$4,750

GIA 4.0 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage Triple Band Yellow Gold Ring

Located in New York, NY

diamonds is 2.80ct, G-H color VS-SI clarity overall. All diamonds are well matched and super shiny. This

Category

1980s Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA 4.0 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage Triple Band Yellow Gold Ring

$8,500

1970s 5.86 Carat Emerald and 4.32 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Earrings

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

with age, and very well color matched diamonds, displaying a fine white color, brilliance and presence

Category

1970s Unknown Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1970s 5.86 Carat Emerald and 4.32 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Earrings

$5,648

Diamond Studs Surrounded by Fine Red Ruby Vintage Earrings, circa 1950

Located in Aspen, CO

colorless (H/I) and very slightly included (VS). These diamonds are well matched and finely cut. They are

Category

Mid-20th Century American Retro Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Diamond Studs Surrounded by Fine Red Ruby Vintage Earrings, circa 1950

$3,975

Vintage Top Quality 18k Gold 5.20ctw Round Diamond Marquise Emerald Swirl Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

sparkling. The emeralds are equally fine and perfectly complement the diamonds with their perfectly matched

Category

1980s Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Top Quality 18k Gold 5.20ctw Round Diamond Marquise Emerald Swirl Ring

$7,980

Bulgari Vintage 1.38 Carat Ruby Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Earrings

By Bulgari

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

colour, brilliance and presence. The very well color matched diamonds display fine white color and

Category

1990s Unknown Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulgari Vintage 1.38 Carat Ruby Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Earrings

$8,147

Diamond Yellow Sapphire and Emerald Yellow and White Gold Frog Brooch

Located in Southampton, PA

Just as the sparkling diamonds totaling 0.09ct perfectly match the bright sheen of 18K white gold

Category

20th Century Unknown Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

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

Diamond Yellow Sapphire and Emerald Yellow and White Gold Frog Brooch

$2,800

Madeira Citrine, 35 Cts., Diamond Impressive Large 18K Ring, c. 1960

Located in Aspen, CO

Diamond and Madeira Citrine ring. This is a large and impressive 18K white gold ring centering an

Category

Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold

Madeira Citrine, 35 Cts., Diamond Impressive Large 18K Ring, c. 1960

$10,320

2.45 Carat Emerald Cut Aquamarine and Diamond White Gold Statement Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

color, brilliance and presence. The very well color matched diamonds display a fine white color and

Category

1990s French Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.45 Carat Emerald Cut Aquamarine and Diamond White Gold Statement Ring

$3,628

1970s 4.45 Carat Sapphire 1.15 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

natural blue sapphires and very well colour matched diamonds. The ring is a very good gauge of gold and

Category

1970s Unknown Modern Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold

1970s 4.45 Carat Sapphire 1.15 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring

$4,641

Vintage 18k White Gold 3.75ct Round Diamond Emerald Cluster Flower Cocktail Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

diamonds with their very well matched, deep, rich and outstanding green color. You can easily find yourself

Category

1970s Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 18k White Gold 3.75ct Round Diamond Emerald Cluster Flower Cocktail Ring

$3,496

Vintage Top Quality 18k Gold 5.20ctw Round Diamond Marquise Emerald Swirl Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

sparkling. The emeralds are equally fine and perfectly complement the diamonds with their perfectly matched

Category

1990s Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Top Quality 18k Gold 5.20ctw Round Diamond Marquise Emerald Swirl Ring

$8,778

1960s Coral and 1.46 Carat Diamond Enamel and Yellow Gold Floral Brooch

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

matched diamonds. The brooch is an exceptional gauge of gold and is in excellent condition, with

Category

1960s Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1960s Coral and 1.46 Carat Diamond Enamel and Yellow Gold Floral Brooch

$6,223

Super Fine 18 Karat Gold 4.76 Carat 17 Round Diamond 3-Tiered Cluster Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

Here we have a magnificent vintage diamond cluster ring crafted from solid 18k white gold and

Category

Mid-20th Century Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Super Fine 18 Karat Gold 4.76 Carat 17 Round Diamond 3-Tiered Cluster Ring

$9,780

0.92Ct Sapphire, 0.68Ct Emerald and 1.50Ct Diamond, 18k White Gold Floral Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

fine colour, brilliance and presence. The high colour graded, well colour matched diamonds display a

Category

1980s Unknown Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Sapphire, Emerald, Diamond, White Gold

0.92Ct Sapphire, 0.68Ct Emerald and 1.50Ct Diamond, 18k White Gold Floral Ring

$8,147

Vintage 18k Gold AGL 3.00ctw Oval Blue Sapphire Round Baguette Diamond Earrings

Located in Montclair, NJ

channels of 4 near-perfectly matched baguette cut diamonds arranged in an "X" pattern. Both the round and

Category

Late 20th Century Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage 18k Gold AGL 3.00ctw Oval Blue Sapphire Round Baguette Diamond Earrings

$14,890

ITALIAN Modernist Azur-Malachite Domed Ring In 18Kt Gold With 1.14 Cts Diamonds

Located in Miami, FL

finish and embellished with twenty-one earth mined natural gemstones such: round white colorless diamonds

Category

1970s Italian Modernist Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

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

ITALIAN Modernist Azur-Malachite Domed Ring In 18Kt Gold With 1.14 Cts Diamonds

$6,985

5.5 Carat Ceylon No Heat Royal Blue Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring

Located in Banbury, GB

Sapphire: 5.5 carats (With GCS Certification stating Ceylon No Heat) Diamonds approx total weight

Category

1970s British Retro Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

5.5 Carat Ceylon No Heat Royal Blue Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring

$21,771

Vintage 1.30 Carat Diamond and White Gold Marquise Cluster Ring Circa 1970

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

color, brilliance and presence. The impressive well color matched supporting diamonds display a fine

Category

1970s Unknown Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 1.30 Carat Diamond and White Gold Marquise Cluster Ring Circa 1970

$3,354

Vintage 2.05 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald and Diamond White Gold Cluster Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

, brilliance and presence. The impressive and very well color matched diamonds display a fine white color and

Category

1980s Unknown Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 2.05 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald and Diamond White Gold Cluster Ring

$6,777

Vintage 13.56 Carat Ceylon Sapphire and 2.82 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Bracelet

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

bracelet is exceptional quality set with very high color graded diamonds and very well color matched Ceylon

Category

1940s Unknown Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 13.56 Carat Ceylon Sapphire and 2.82 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Bracelet

$10,947

3 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond 18k Gold Cluster Victorian Revival Ring

Located in Santa Barbara, CA

European diamonds, all expertly matched and near colorless with VS clarity. The timeless target design

Category

20th Century Victorian Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

3 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond 18k Gold Cluster Victorian Revival Ring

$18,370

Vintage 1.68 Carat Diamond and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cross Pendant, circa 1940

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

colour matched diamonds displaying a fine white color, brilliance and presence. The pendant is an

Category

1940s Belgian Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1.68 Carat Diamond and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cross Pendant, circa 1940

$4,039

8.89 Carat Burmese Ruby 4.05 Carat Diamond Platinum Yellow Gold Drop Necklace

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

rubies displaying a fine color, brilliance and presence. The well color matched supporting diamonds

Category

1980s French Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

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

8.89 Carat Burmese Ruby 4.05 Carat Diamond Platinum Yellow Gold Drop Necklace

$13,624

Vintage 10.67ct Sapphire and 9.84ct Diamond White Gold Earring and Necklace Set

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

fine color, brilliance and presence. The stunning, high color graded, well color matched diamonds

Category

1970s Unknown Vintage Diamond Matches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 15k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 10.67ct Sapphire and 9.84ct Diamond White Gold Earring and Necklace Set

$19,101

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Vintage Diamond Matches For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of vintage diamond matches for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and platinum. Find a collection of 4104 vintage versions or 3 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 20th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. Our collection of vintage diamond matches includes designs that are universally popular, but Art Deco and contemporary styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. Tiffany Co., Cartier and Van Cleef Arpels each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. Browse our collection of 2257 diamond versions today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for round cut vintage diamond matches and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and brilliant cut alternatives. Most of our vintage diamond matches for sale are for women, but there are 1231 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are Vintage Diamond Matches?

Prices for vintage diamond matches can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $52 and can go as high as $1,050,000, while vintage diamond matches, on average, fetch $4,940.

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 rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.

Questions About Vintage Diamond Matches

What is a vintage diamond?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A vintage diamond — as in, “a vintage diamond engagement ring” — refers to a ring that is at least 20 years old. Antique rings were made more than 100 years ago. Vintage diamond jewelry is not old enough to qualify as antique but it is at least two decades old. Find a collection of antique and vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs today.
Are vintage diamond rings worth more?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
Whether vintage diamond rings are worth more varies. Many factors influence the potential selling price of vintage and contemporary rings, including their maker, style and condition. The type of precious metal and the diamond's color, clarity, cut and carat weight will also impact the ring's price. Explore a wide variety of vintage diamond rings on 1stDibs.
How can you tell if a vintage diamond ring is real?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
To tell if a vintage diamond ring is real, you can first research the maker using trusted online resources. Hallmarks found on the inside of the band can provide a starting point for identifying a maker. By reading about the maker, you can find out if they typically produced fine jewelry or costume jewelry. If the maker of your ring was a fine jewelry maker, your ring is more likely to contain a real diamond. Another option is to take your ring to a certified appraiser or experienced jeweler who can assist in identifying the stone. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage diamond rings.