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Leo Diamond Engagement Ring Princess Cut 0.97 Carat 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By The Leo Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
The Leo Diamond Style: Solitaire Serial Number: LEO-27617S Metal: 14KT Yellow Gold & Platinum
Category

Early 2000s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 2.29 Carat Princess Cut Three-Stone Tension Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Celebrate the journey of love with this stunning diamond ring, featuring a mesmerizing princess
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

1.85 Carats Princess Cut Diamond Eternity Band Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Very Unusual Gold Eternity Band The ring is 18K Yellow Gold There is 1.85 Carats F VS Princess
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 1.01 Carat Princess Cathedral Trellis Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
: Princess Carat: 1.01 Color: I Clarity: VS1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: Yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Princess Cut Diamond Ring 0.50ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
diamonds are princess cuts, .50 total carats, H to I color, mostly Vs clarity. The top of the ring measures
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Princess Cut Diamond Ring 1.00ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14K yellow gold diamond ring. Marked 14k and weighs 3.4 grams. There are five princess cut diamonds
Category

Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA 2.00ct Princess Modern Bezel Solitaire Wide Band Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Immerse yourself in the elegance of this remarkable diamond ring featuring a dazzling princess
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Princess Cut Diamond, Marquise Cut Diamond Unique Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
and distinctive ring. Product Specifications: - 0.60ct Princess Cut Diamond (F/VS2), GIA Certificate
Category

2010s Hong Kong Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Ring Yellow Gold 18 Carats Princess Cut Diamond
Located in Vannes, FR
Ring Yellow Gold 18 Carats Princess Cut Diamond This stunning ring is a masterpiece crafted in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Boodles Princess Cut Diamond Ring
By Boodle Dunthorne
Located in London, GB
sensational bright white princess cut diamond sits proud at the centre of the face whilst being flanked on
Category

1990s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Princess Cut Diamond, Marquise Cut Diamond Unique Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
and distinctive ring. Product Specifications: - 0.60ct Princess Cut Diamond (F/VS2), GIA Certificate
Category

2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

GIA 1.5ct Princess Square Cushion Halo Cathedral 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
features a captivating centerpiece of a princess-cut H SI1 diamond, weighing an impressive 1.50. Artfully
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

GIA 0.91 Carat Princess Milgrain Openwork Antique 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Color: F Clarity: I1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/VG Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: Yellow Gold DID: 7290-03
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

GIA 0.7ct Princess Solitaire Hidden Halo Pave 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
diamond ring featuring a captivating princess center diamond weighing 0.7. The exquisite gem is graded F
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

GIA 1.50ct Princess Single Row Channel Set Cathedral Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Institute of America) Shape: Princess Carat: 1.5 Color: I Clarity: VS1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX Ring Details
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in beverly hills, CA
Discover vintage charm with this exquisite 18K yellow gold princess cut diamond engagement ring
Category

Late 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold Diamond: 1 princess cut = 1.10ct Color: G Clarity: VS1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Custom Material: 14K yellow gold Diamond: 1 princess cut = 1.01ct Color: F Clarity: VS2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold Diamond: 1 princess cut = .85ct Color: J Clarity: SI1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Princess Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Diamond engagement ring with princess cut diamond. The center diamond is a .65 carat princess cut
Category

Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA 0.8ct Princess 3-Stone Past, Present Future 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, a stunning diamond ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

GIA 1.50ct Princess 3-Stone Past, Present Future 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Institute of America) Shape: Princess Carat: 1.5 Color: I Clarity: SI2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX Ring Details
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Princess Cut Diamond and Yellow Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A 0.62 carat princess cut diamond 18 karat yellow gold, 18 karat white gold set, solitaire ring
Category

Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Princess Cut Wedding Ring
By Gregory Mikaelian Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k yellow gold diamond princess cut wedding ring, Specifications: main stone: DIAMOND
Category

Early 2000s American Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.31ct Princess Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Santa Monica, CA
classic solitaire engagement ring features a 0.31ct princess cut diamond. Crafted in 14K yellow gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold Princess Cut 0.8tcw Diamond Wedding Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
This elegant wedding band features a geometric arrangement of sparkling princess cut diamonds, set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Illusion Set Princess Cut Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Illusion Set Princess Cut Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold Illusion Set Diamond Ring feature nine
Category

20th Century North American Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men s 2.00ct Princess Cut Diamond Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
: Natural Certification: Yes Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Ring Size: 10 (sizable) Primary Cut: Princess Cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Kt Yellow Gold Solitary Sapphire Princess Cut Diamonds Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt Yellow Gold Solitary Sapphire & Princess Cut Diamonds Ring Material: 18 kt. yellow gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1.12ct Princess-cut Round-cut Diamond 20k Yellow Gold Butterfly Ring
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
purity slightly above 20k), this ring features a captivating princess-cut diamond at its center, weighing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

1.61ct Fancy Light Yellow Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Behold our exceptionally unique fancy light yellow princess cut diamond ring, a true marvel of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

0.12Cttw Princess Round Cut Diamond Engagement Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
four prong frame, set with 4 princess cut diamonds as a center stone with small round diamond accents
Category

2010s Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Princess Cut Yellow Diamond and Baguette White Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
. The gorgeous .75 carat princess cut bezel set yellow diamond sits at the very center of the piece
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gol...

2.12ct Fancy Light Yellow Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
0.97ct princess cut diamond, EGL certified, in a captivating Fancy Light Yellow hue. The diamond is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Platinum 18 Karat Yellow Gold Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Custom Material: Platinum & 18KY Diamond: 1 princess cut = 1.01ct Color: I Clarity: VS1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

14 Karat Yellow White Gold Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow & white gold Diamond: 1 princess cut = 0.65ct Color: H
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

GIA Certified 1.50 Carat Princess Hidden Halo Trellis Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing a stunning diamond ring, this piece features a magnificent princess diamond at its
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Nazarelle 14 Karat Yellow Gold Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Nazarelle
Located in Houston, TX
princess cut diamond (EGL Certificate number: 69876809D ), with a color grade (D) and clarity grade (SI1
Category

2010s American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 1.3 Carat Princess Solitaire Trellis Prong Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
features a captivating princess diamond weighing 1.3ct and graded I with SI1. The ring's enchanting design
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 3.87CTW Princess Cut Diamond Ring Crafted in Yellow Gold
Located in Webster, NY
Stunning custom 3.87CTW Earth Mined GIA Certified Diamond Ring crafted in yellow gold. Center
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA 2.20ct Emerald Princess Channel Solitaire Center Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
striking princess cut diamond side stones, exuding an opulent yet modern charm. These diamonds, are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

14K 585 Solid Yellow Gold Princess Cut Natural Diamond Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
14K Yellow Gold Princess Cut Natural Diamond Band Ring Metal Type: 14k Solid Yellow Gold Total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

3 Stone Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring .50ct 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Dearborn, MI
3 Stone Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring .50ct 14K Yellow Gold Over $230 in Gold Value Alone
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold Princess Cut Diamond Eternity Ring 3.50 carats
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k Yellow Gold Diamond Princess Cut Eternity Ring 3.50 carats containing 24 Princess cut diamonds
Category

Late 20th Century North American Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Princess Cut Diamond Band Ring Size 6.5 #23152
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Princess Cut Diamond Band Ring Size 6.5 Sophisticated and timeless, this sparkling
Category

20th Century Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Princess Cut Diamond Band Ring Size 4.75 #23111
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Princess Cut Diamond Band Ring Size 4.75 This sparkling band features 21 princess
Category

20th Century Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Princess Cut Channel Set Diamond Band Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Count: 9 princess cut Total Diamond Carat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Diamond Ring 14k Yellow Gold 2 TCW Princess Cut Unisex Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Finely Faceted Quality Diamond Ring 14k Gold 2 CTS Princess Cut Unisex Certified $4,200
Category

2010s American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 2.52 Carat Princess Double Basket Vintage Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with This exquisite diamond ring featuring a captivating princess
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Princess Cut Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold Diamond: 1 princess cut = 1.51ct Color: I Clarity: VVS1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.24 Carat Princess Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This is an 18ct yellow gold diamond solitaire ring. The solitaire is formed of 4 princess cut
Category

20th Century Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

Sophia D Three-Stone Princess-Cut Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Ring
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
A modern three-stone design featuring princess-cut natural diamonds weighing 1.23, 1.22, and 1.02
Category

2010s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Rachel Koen 0.25cttw Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
This elegant engagement ring features a center prong set princess cut diamond with a petite band
Category

2010s North American Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold 0.26ct Princess Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Promise Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Princess Cut - Channel Set - H Color - VS2 Clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.67ct Fancy Light Brown Yellow Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This mesmerizing fancy yellow princess cut diamond ring offers exceptional beauty and brilliance
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

GIA 2 Carat Princess Cut White Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 2.07 ct. D SI1 white diamond princess cut. Handmade in 18k yellow gold. Ring size 6.5
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Gold

14 Karat White Gold Yellow Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 14k white gold Center Diamond: 1 princess cut = 0.30cttw Color: Light Fancy Yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

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Yellow Diamond Princess Cut Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact yellow diamond princess cut ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 63 vintage editions and 142 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a yellow diamond princess cut ring from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, .5 Carat and 1 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. Creating a yellow diamond princess cut ring has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Gregory Mikaelian Sons, Inc., TJD and Stambolian are consistently popular. Today, if you’re looking for a princess cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and uncut alternatives. Finding a yellow diamond princess cut ring for sale for women should be easy, but there are 80 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Yellow Diamond Princess Cut Ring?

On average, a yellow diamond princess cut ring at 1stDibs sells for $3,500, while they’re typically $312 on the low end and $195,000 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 Yellow Diamond Princess Cut Ring
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A princess cut diamond ring is a genre of the diamond cuts often used in engagement rings. Possessing the technical name square modified brilliant, these rings are peculiarly crafted into a square or a rectangle shape, giving it an exquisite look of an inverted pyramid with four beveled sides. Shop a range of antique and vintage princess cut diamond rings on 1stDibs.