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18k White Gold Pave Black Diamond and Emerald Pear Cocktail Ring
By Emre Osmanlar
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
18 Karat Gold 18K 13.50 g 4 ct Black
Category

2010s Turkish Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Disc Cocktail Ring with Purple Sapphire and Black and White Pave Diamonds
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
and Black and White Pave Diamonds. The unique cocktail ring, set in 18k white gold, is a contemporary
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Black Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Lucerne, CH
Pear shaped cocktail ring, pavé set with brilliant cut black diamonds, total weight 3.68 carats
Category

Early 2000s Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bloom Flower Ring in 18Kt White Gold Double Pave Shank Brown and White Diamonds
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
white diamonds are 0.16 ct all set in pave style too. A handcrafted ring, in 18Kt white gold, with a
Category

2010s Greek Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

1.50 Carats Diamond Pave Cocktail Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
diamond cocktail ring combines eye catching impressive sparkle with a striking, stylish design! The
Category

2010s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Rachel Koen Blue and White Diamonds Cocktail Ring 10K White Gold 1.00cttw
Located in New York, NY
with 10k white gold, it features pave setting with blue and white diamonds of 1.0cttw.
Category

2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold

Black and White Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Dangling Charms Cocktail Ring
Located in London, GB
the centre of the ring, allowing for playful movement. Each charm is pavé set with 19 fine diamonds
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

18 Karat White Gold Black Enamel Swirl Diamond Pave Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This stunning ring features a bombé design, pavé-set with brilliant white diamonds and accented
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Certified 18K White Gold Carved Morganite Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
ALL OUR PRICES INCLUDE PREPAID TARRIFS CUSTOMS DUTIES. This is an exquisite 18K White Gold
Category

2010s Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, White Gold, 18k Gold

Handcraft Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
This ring is an exquisite piece crafted in 18kt white gold, showcasing exceptional craftsmanship
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Di Modolo Triadra Pave Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
By Di Modolo
Located in Chicago, IL
impact. The interplay of smooth gold contours and densely set pavé diamonds gives the ring a dynamic
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

1940s Tanzanite and Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 1940s 18 karat white gold and platinum set, 0.98 carat diamond cocktail ring
Category

20th Century Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tanzanite, Diamond, Gold, Platinum, White Gold, 18k Gold

Fraleoni 18 Kt. White Gold Diamond Cocktail Ring
By FRALEONI
Located in Rome, IT
anello fa parte della Collezione Diamond Fraleoni. La parte superiore dell'anello è disegnata come una
Category

2010s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

RUCHI Colombian Emerald and Pavé Diamond White Gold Ring
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Emerald- 1.91 Cts Diamond- 1.67 Cts All Diamonds are G-H/SI
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

3.59cts Black and White Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Sculptural Black & White Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18K White Gold Bold, modern, and irresistibly
Category

2010s Hong Kong Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

RUCHI Pavé Diamond and Emerald White Gold Teardrop Ring
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Diamond- 0.66ct Total Weight Emerald- 1.35ct Total Weight All diamonds are G-H/SI
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

RUCHI Pavé Diamond and Ruby White Gold Teardrop Ring
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Diamond- 0.84ct Total Weight Ruby- 1.70ct Total Weight. All diamonds are G-H/SI
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Captivating Citrine Diamond Pave Halo Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Sunlit fire, framed in brilliance. This new-unworn cocktail ring centers a bold 5ct cushion-cut
Category

2010s Singaporean Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Coral and Pave Set Diamonds Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
, pave set in 18-karat white gold. Accommodated with an up-to-date appraisal by a GIA G.G. once purchased
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Antique 0.63Ct Diamond and 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 0.63 carat diamond and 18 carat white gold cocktail ring; part of our diverse
Category

Vintage 1920s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

White Gold Italian Pearl Pave Diamond Ring Size US 6.5
Located in New York, NY
White gold, pearl, and pave diamond Italian ring. 1.5" width, 0.75" length.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

1.25cttw White and Black Round Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring 14k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful diamond cocktail ring is crafted in fine 14k white gold. An excellent pave set of
Category

2010s Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

2.25 Carats Total Pave Diamond Wide Wrap Cocktail Ring in White Gold D-F / VS
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
one of your new favorite rings. Ring size: 7.5 Metal: 18K White Gold Weight: 14.44 grams Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage White Gold Tahitian Pearl w/ White Diamond Spray Swirl Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
- 10.28mm (approx.) (1) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Singe Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, White Gold

1.09cttw Pave Set Round Diamond Ladies Ring 14k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Classic and elegant ladies diamond ring rendered in highly polished 14K white gold. This ring
Category

2010s Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Oval Cut Blue Topaz Blue Sapphire White Diamonds Pave 14K White Gold Ring
By Galt Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
White Gold band. The intricate design of the setting enhances the stone's vibrant color and brilliance
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

One Carat Pavé Diamond "Shield" Statement Ring in White Gold
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
the ring certifying it is an original design by Eytan Brandes in 14K white gold (along with the
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

9 Carat Pave Diamonds VS Quality E Color Cocktail 18 Kt White Gold Ring Estate
Located in New York, NY
9 Carat Pave Diamonds VS Quality E Color Cocktail 18 Kt White Gold Ring Estate Amazing shine and
Category

Early 2000s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sparkling 11.6mm White Pearl 0.36ct Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
by the sparkle of 180 round brilliant natural diamonds totaling 0.36ct. Crafted in 18K white gold
Category

2010s Singaporean Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pavé Diamond Frog and Lily Pad Cocktail Ring in 14 Karat Rose and White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
elegant statement piece. Crafted in a unique 14 karat white and rose gold design, this ring captures the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

SouthSea White Pearl and Round Cut Pave Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
By Gad Co.
Located in Miami, FL
12.3mm cultured Southsea white pearl and diamond pave set ring. Set in 18k white gold. The pearl is
Category

2010s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Yellow White Gold 0.84ctw Pave Diamond Squared Geometric Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Clarity - 0.84ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold w/ White Gold At the Diamond Ares Weight
Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Brown Quartz Emerald Cut and White Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 25.00 ct. brown quartz emerald cut with 1.27 ct. white diamond round pave. Handmade in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Quartz, White Gold

Multi Color Blue Topaz, Blue Sapphire, White Diamonds Pave 14K White Gold Ring
By Galt Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
White Gold, adorned with additional Blue Sapphires and White Diamonds.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

GIA Burma Ruby Cushion and White Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18k white gold. Ring size is 4.75. The braided pave band adds a very feminine touch to the ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, White Gold

1940s 2.85 Carat Diamond and White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning 2.85 Ct diamond and 18k white gold, platinum set cocktail ring; part of our diverse
Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Paradisica Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold, 1.34ct Diamond Pavé Size 54
By Jade Jagger
Located in London, GB
surface is set with 1.34 carats of brilliant white diamond pavé, adding texture and light to the organic
Category

2010s Indian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

18K White Gold Diamond Emerald Cut Peridot cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
This luxurious and striking 18K white gold diamond peridot cocktail ring set with a large good
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, White Gold

8.62 Carat Round Aquamarine Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Beautiful, unique round natural aqua and diamond cocktail ring. Set with a spectacular 8.62ct round
Category

Early 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 1.41 Carat Diamond and White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 1990s 1.41 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold cluster style cocktail ring
Category

1990s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Pave Set Oval Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
By MOGULDIAM INC
Located in New York, NY
Moguldiam Inc pave set diamond oval ring. The details are as follows: Diamond weight : 1.08 carat
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

Diamond Overlap Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous Diamond Cocktail Ring, Timeless Piece! Delivers exceptional high end luxurious look
Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

3.28 Carats Diamond Pave Two Tone Gold Bypass Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Bypass Ring The ring is 18K White & Rose Gold There are 3.28 Carats in Diamonds F/G VS/SI
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

18K White Gold Ring with Marquise Diamond and Yellow Sapphire Pavé
Located in Bergamo, BG
fits size US 6.25. Key Features: Metal: 18K white gold Design: Marquise-cut diamond with yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Salvini Pave Set White Brown Diamond Ladies Cocktail Ring 18K Rose Gold Size 7
By Salvini
Located in New York, NY
collection. The ring is crafted in 18K rose gold. Showcases pave set round brilliant cut white diamonds
Category

2010s Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

14k White Gold 10.6ct Topaz and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Topaz, two 2.7mm sides 0.2tcw Pave Diamonds Measurements: 20.6 x 16.6 x 9.6mm Ring Size: 6 Hallmark
Category

Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.45 Carat Diamond Pave Cluster Dome Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1960's High domed handmade, pierced and engraved diamond cluster cocktail ring. 1 round center
Category

Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold

De Grisogono Diamond Amethyst 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring
By de GRISOGONO
Located in Feasterville, PA
pavé-set diamonds, which seamlessly blend into the design. These diamonds add a touch of sparkle and
Category

Early 2000s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

RUCHI Tourmaline Cabochon Fancy Pavé Diamond White Gold Statement Ring
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Tourmaline: 22.14ct total weight. Diamonds: 1.44ct total weight. All diamonds are G
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

9.26 Carat Aquamarine and Diamond 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 9.26 carat aquamarine and 0.70 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold
Category

Early 2000s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold

18 K white Gold Cocktail Ring Pearl Aquamarine Diamonds
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Extravagant and styilish 18 K white Gold Cocktail Ring featuring a white freshwater cultured pearl
Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Large Sapphire Pave Diamond Flower Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Sapphire & Pave Diamond Flower Cocktail Ring, 1 round cut sapphire surrounded by pave diamonds Ring
Category

1990s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Brazilian Aquamarine Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
This extraordinary 18K white gold ring is a true masterpiece of high jewelry, combining elegance
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Sapphire and 1.64 Carat Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
white gold cocktail ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Natural Diamond 2.01 Carats 18KT White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
This 18KT white gold cocktail ring is perfect for any party outfit! With its sparkling baguette
Category

2010s Belgian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Captivating 1.53ct Diamond Pave Ring with Side Diamonds in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
brilliant diamonds (0.16ct) with E color and VS clarity. Crafted in elegant 18K white gold, the ring has a
Category

2010s Singaporean Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Magnificent 9.48ct Morganite Diamond Pave Halo Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
sleek 18K white gold. With a total carat weight of 9.48ct, a jewelry weight of 9.04g, and a size of
Category

2010s Singaporean Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, 18k Gold, White Gold

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White Diamond Pave White Gold Cocktail Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate white diamond pave white gold cocktail ring for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, White Gold and 18k Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 119 vintage or 397 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect white diamond pave white gold cocktail ring among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing white diamond pave white gold cocktail ring — no matter the origin — is easy, but Cartier, Karolin Studio and Joke Quick each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also oval cut and brilliant cut versions for sale. Finding a white diamond pave white gold cocktail ring for sale for women should be easy, but there are 137 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a White Diamond Pave White Gold Cocktail Ring?

On average, a white diamond pave white gold cocktail ring at 1stDibs sells for $5,394, while they’re typically $675 on the low end and $4,824,813 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 Cocktail-rings for You

A flashy symbol of wealth during the early 20th century, antique and vintage cocktail rings have gained broader appeal in the decades since for the hefty dose of glamour they bring to any ensemble.

Cocktail rings earned their name for their frequent appearances during glitzy cocktail parties at the height of the Prohibition era. Back then, these accessories were seen not only as statement pieces but as statements in and of themselves. They openly represented a sense of freedom and independence as well as a demonstration of opulence. After all, the 1920s heralded the Harlem Renaissance and Art Deco design, and a slew of social and cultural shifts meant that women in particular were breaking from pre–World War I conventions and embracing newfound freedoms to express themselves as individuals.

Women expressly wore cocktail rings on the fingers of their right hand versus the left, which was “reserved” for an engagement ring or wedding band, accessories definitely paid for by a suitor. And for cocktail rings, the bigger the colored gem at the center — which is usually mounted in a high setting — and the more elaborate the design, the stronger the likelihood of being noticed.

Cocktail rings remained a popular piece of jewelry for women until the 1930s, when the Great Depression and the onset of war marked a change in behaviors nationwide. While the 1960s and ’70s saw a return in visibility for the accessory, it wasn’t until the 1980s that cocktail rings once again assumed their position as a beacon of luxury and glitz.

During the 20th century, the range of dazzling cocktail rings seems to have been limitless, from glimmering gold rings set with carved jade diamonds designed by David Webb to Pomellato’s pink quartz confections to striking Gucci butterfly rings with accent diamonds set in a pavé fashion.

So, how do you wear a cocktail ring? Cocktail rings “can be worn for almost anything — dinners, date nights, parties, special events, on the red carpet,” explains David Joseph of New York-based jewelry brand Bochic

Can you wear cocktail rings with other rings? “In my opinion, cocktail rings should stand on their own since they showcase a large gem in the center,” says Joseph.

These glamorous jewels can be worn inside or outside crowded taverns, in either daytime or nighttime with casual or dressy attire. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique and vintage cocktail rings, including those offered by Chanel, whose elegant cocktail rings often feature pearls and, of course, diamonds, and sometimes were styled after showy flowers like the camellia, and Van Cleef Arpels, whose detailed and intricate designs are viewed as miniature pieces of wearable art.