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Vintage Cartier French 18 Karat Yellow White Gold Walking Panthère Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Cartier French 18 Karat Yellow White Gold Walking Panthère Band Ring. Crafted in 18
Category

1990s French Band Rings

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Maillon Panthère Flexible Diamond Set 18 Karat white Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Cartier Maillon Panthère diamond set ring, crafted in 18 karat white gold, circa 2010
Category

2010s French Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco GIA 2.01 Carat Asscher Cut Diamond 18k White Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco GIA 2.01 Carat Asscher Cut Diamond 18k White Gold Ring. Featuring one GIA Asscher cut
Category

Antique 1830s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Verragio 14K White and Rose Gold Engagement Ring .92carat Center GIA Certified
By Verragio
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Verragio 14K White and Rose Gold Diamond Engagement Ring ** Matching Verragio Wedding Band
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold, White Gold

GIA 1.24 Ct. Ruby and Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K White Gold Total weight: 6.79 g. (approx. total weight) Size: US7.5
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Natural 22ct Opal Ring Vintage 14k White Gold Large Oval Cocktail Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage natural opal ring (circa 1970s to 1980s) crafted in 14 karat white gold. Natural
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

GIA 1.07 Ct. Ruby and Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
blooms forever. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K White Gold Total weight: 4.55 g. (approx
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

GIA 1.15 Ct. Ruby and Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
detail, crafted to captivate. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K White Gold Total weight: 5.70
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Purple Sapphire and Diamond Solitaire Ring Set in 18k White Gold
Located in London, England
An extremely elegant purple sapphire and diamond solitaire ring set in 18k white gold. The piece
Category

2010s British Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

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

Rose Mesh Cocktail Ring Estate 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Torrance, CA
Overview: Elegant estate cocktail ring, crafted in 14 karat white gold. Mesh gold is artfully
Category

2010s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

14k Gold

Emerald and Diamond Antique Style Halo Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Enchanting white gold emerald and diamond halo ring epitomizes the distinct elegance delightful
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

24.55 Ct. Aquamarine and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
brilliant diamonds flank the sides and stud the split shank white gold band. The chunky gold prongs
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 3.02 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring in White Gold
Located in London, England
18k white gold. The ring is solely set with a stunning 3.02ct round brilliant cut diamond which is
Category

2010s British Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Emerald Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
, modelled in white gold. This stunning ring would make the perfect engagement ring or a great additional to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond and Emerald Art Deco Style Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
An exquisite Art Deco style emerald and diamond ring, crafted in 18k white gold. This stunning
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Marquise Blue Topaz Filigree Ring in Solid 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
heirlooms. Ring Information Metal: 14K White Gold – High Polish Weight: 3.34 g. (approx. total weight) Size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond and Onyx Art Deco Style Ring in 14k White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Art Deco inspired 14k white gold, with center H color SI clarity, round brilliant cut diamond. In
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond and Emerald Art Deco Style Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
An exquisite Art Deco style emerald and diamond ring, crafted in 18k white gold. This stunning
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Diamond 18k White Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco Diamond 18k White Gold Five Stone Ring. Featuring five round brilliant cut diamonds
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Estate Round Pave Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold Vintage Cocktail Statement
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant estate pave diamond cocktail ring, crafted in 14 karat white gold. A total of 35 approx
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 2.25 Carat Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold Estate Fine Jewelry Dome
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage pink diamond ring, crafted in 18 karat white gold. Thirty two mixed cut
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Beauvince Bianca Engagement Ring (2.01 ct Oval HVS2 GIA Diamond) in White Gold
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
: 18K White Gold Setting: Prong & French Pave Set Head Style: 4 Prong Head Finger Size: 6 Do reach out
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14k White Gold Camphor Glass and Diamond Ring Art Deco 1930s
Located in Towson, MD
Full of all the design elements that we expect from a 1930s Art Deco ring, this 14k gold openwork
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Cartier French Tsavorite Garnet 18 Karat White Gold Panthère de Cartier Ring
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Cartier French Tsavorite Garnet 18 Karat White Gold Panthère de Cartier Ring. Featuring two
Category

2010s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Garnet, Onyx, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mid Century GIA 5.20 Carat Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Mid Century GIA Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring. Featuring one GIA certified oval
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Peridot Multi Gemstone Art Deco Style Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This dress ring is expertly crafted in elegance white gold. It features a round peridot set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Peridot, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.30 Carat Columbian Emerald and Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
A 0.30 carat Columbian emerald and diamond 18 karat white gold ring. This beautiful emerald and
Category

Early 2000s British Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Mid Century Amethyst Diamond Ring Sz 5.25 Vintage 18k White Gold Large Cocktail
Located in Torrance, CA
the finger. Metal & Hallmark: 18 karat white gold. The ring is not hallmarked though it has tested
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Illusion Setting Diamond Emerald Sapphire Engagement Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
craftsmanship. A true statement of luxury and sophistication. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K White
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Vintage 0.68 Carats Round Brilliant Cut Diamond 14k White Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage 0.68 Carats Round Brilliant Cut Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Solitaire Ring. Featuring
Category

Vintage 1970s American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco GIA 2.15 Carats Cushion Cut Diamond 14k White Gold Filigree Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco GIA 2.15 Carats Cushion Cut Diamond 14k White Gold Filigree Ring. Featuring one GIA
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

18k White Gold Art Deco Diamond and Synthetic Sapphire 1930s Ring
Located in Towson, MD
When we think of Art Deco rings, this is what comes to mind. The openwork setting is just full of
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

6ct Natural Opal Diamond Ring Vintage 14k White Gold Oval Cocktail Jewelry 6.75
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage natural opal & diamond ring (circa 1950s to 1960s) crafted in 14 karat white gold
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Art Deco Style Diamond Sapphire 14 Karat White Gold Teardrop Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
white gold, size 6 and can be resized if needed. Flawless Protection Plan: -7-day return policy for a
Category

Vintage 1950s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, 14k Gold

HERMES Paris Movable Kelly Ring In 18Kt White Gold With VS Brilliant Diamonds
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
and crafted in solid white gold of 18 karats with high polished finish. It is embellished with four
Category

Late 20th Century French Modernist Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Vintage French GIA 4.24 Carat Ceylon Sapphire 18k White Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage French GIA 4.24 Carat Ceylon Sapphire 18k White Gold Solitaire Ring. Featuring one GIA
Category

1990s Solitaire Rings

Materials

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

South Sea Metallic Grey Pearl Diamonds Emeralds Ring 18k White Gold, 1980
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
1980es. Stamped 750. (18K Gold) Please take a look at my other items, I have a similar ring with a white
Category

Vintage 1980s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, White Gold

Antique Deco Diamond Ring Navette Emerald Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Filigree
Located in Torrance, CA
(0.39 inches), rising 6mm from the finger. Metal & Hallmark: 14k white gold. The ring is hallmarked
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

3.12ct Solid Australian Opal Diamond Halo 14K White Gold Engagement Dinner Ring
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ Solid 14K white gold ring set with an elongated solid Australian opal in the center, flanked by
Category

2010s American Bridal Rings

Materials

Opal, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

CHAUMET Paris Class-One Ring In 18Kt White Gold With VS Diamonds Moonstone
By Chaumet
Located in Miami, FL
solid white gold of 18 karats with high polished finish and embellished with eighteen earth mined
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold

GIA 2.13 Carats Old Mine Cut Diamond 18k White Gold Three Stone Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
white gold ring is slipped onto your finger. A substantial old mine cut diamond centers this ring
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style Round Diamond and Ruby Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
ring setting is made of solid 18k white gold and celebrate a round brilliant cut natural diamond at is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Certified 24.55 Ct. Aquamarine and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
brilliant diamonds flank the sides and stud the split shank white gold band. The chunky gold prongs
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Emerald and Diamond Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K White Gold Total weight: 4.85 g. (approx. total weight) Size: US 3 - 8
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Ruby and Diamond Art Deco Style Cocktail Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
artistry. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K White Gold Total weight: 7.88 g. (approx. total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Oval Emerald with Diamond Onyx Rectangular Shape Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
ring is crafted in 18k white gold and is currently a finger size 7. Low set, comfortable and unique
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Certified 6.68 Ct. Cushion Tanzanite Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
shimmering elegance of this ring. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Material: 18K White Gold Gold Weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ceylon Sapphire with Diamond Antique Style Engagement Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Simply stunning! Exquisitely crafted in 18k white gold, the ring features round cut 1.3 carat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style Diamond and Emerald Target Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
An 18k white gold Art-Deco design diamond and emerald target ring, center diamond with an outer
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style Diamond and Emerald Cocktail Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
. The milgrain adds to the vintage style. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K White Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond and Emerald Art Deco Style Curl Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This Art Deco style Diamond and Emerald Ring is absolutely divine. It’s fashioned from 18k white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Oval Emerald with Diamond Art Deco Style Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
diamond line on each corner. This ring, crafted in solid white gold, is perfect for those who appreciate
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

1ct Hexagon Salt and Pepper Diamond 14K White Gold Engagement Ring Wide Band
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ A solid 14K white gold hexagon-shaped slat and pepper diamond in the center, flanked with flush
Category

2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold

Diamond and Onyx Art Deco Style Halo Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
-over milgraine detailing lends heirloom appeal. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 14K White Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

2.17 Ct. Aquamarine Diamond Art Deco Style Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
and artistry. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K White Gold Total weight: 4.64 g. (approx
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Emerald Cut Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Deco Metal: 18K White Gold Weight: 4.90 g. (approx. total weight) Size: US7 (resizable) Center
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Emerald and Diamond Art Deco Style Band Ring in 9K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 9K White Gold Total weight: 1.50 g. (approx. total weight) Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, White Gold

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White Gold Full Finger Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the white gold full finger ring you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, White Gold and 18k Gold. For this particular piece, 3.5 Carat and 4 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic white gold full finger ring over the years, but those made by Butani, Alberto and Golconda are often thought to be among the most beautiful. 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 oval cut alternatives. Most of our white gold full finger ring for sale are for women, but there are 5 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a White Gold Full Finger Ring?

The price for a white gold full finger ring starts at $4,224 and tops out at $17,800 with these rings, on average, selling for $8,225.

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.