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3 Carat Pear Cut Tapered Baguette Diamond Platinum 18k Gold Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
design. Crafted in Platinum and 18K Yellow Gold: Indulge in luxury with our meticulously crafted ring
Category

2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

IGI Certified 1.1tcw Baguette-Cut Diamond Art Deco Halo Engagement Ring 18K Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
ring, showcasing approx. 1.1tcw Natural Baguette-Cut Diamonds (G/VS) arranged in a captivating
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Retro Gold Cocktail Ring 4.5 Carat Natural Ruby and Baguette Diamond, circa 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Retro 14k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring, approximately 4.5 Carat Natural Ruby & Diamond. The Ruby is
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

TJD 0.25 Carat Natural Diamond Bow Ring in 18KT Yellow Gold
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
A meaningful symbol of your never-ending commitment. The ring is crafted from 18-karat yellow gold
Category

2010s Indian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

TJD 0.25 Carat Natural Diamond Bow Ring in 14KT Yellow Gold
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
A meaningful symbol of your never-ending commitment. The ring is crafted from 14-karat yellow gold
Category

2010s Indian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

18k Yellow Gold Sharvit Diamond Ring 1/3 Ct. Tw
Located in San Francisco, CA
This ring features 8 Baguette cut diamonds interwind with 8 round brilliant diamond to create a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Exquisite 0.12ct Natural Diamond Medusa Coin Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
warm glow of 18K yellow gold provides a luxurious foundation, balancing heritage-inspired detail with
Category

2010s Singaporean Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Diamond Journey Ring 0.65ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
This journey-style 14-karat yellow gold ring weighs 5.10 grams. It contains fourteen round
Category

Mid-20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Gold 0.05 Ctw Duo Baguette Ring SI GH
Located in New York, NY
yellow, gold wedding ring, diamond wedding band, half eternity, thin minimalist, stackable ring, dainty
Category

2010s American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Peter Suchy .80 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Wedding Band Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Custom made 14k yellow gold classic channel set wedding band set with round and baguette diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

TJD 0.50 Carat Baguette and Round Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Open Designer Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
-karat gold in your choice of white, rose, or yellow, and features Round Brilliant 64 and Baguette - 6
Category

2010s Indian Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Emerald And Baguette 0.77ct Diamond Ring
Located in Fatih, 34
Gold, White Gold • 0.34ct Natural Baguette Diamond • 0.43ct Natural Emerald • Diamond Color-Clarity
Category

2010s European Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

2.76 Carat Emerald Cocktail Ring 0.44 Ct Baguette Diamond 14k White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
kind of customization. You can choose from Rose Gold, Yellow Gold or White Gold. Also 10k, 14k and 18k
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Diamond U Shaped Baguette Engagement Ring Wrap/Enhancer
Located in Sugar Land, TX
Color: G Band Material: 14k Yellow Gold Dimension Height: 10mm Stone Cut: Baguette **Ring Guard only
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Celestial Ruby Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
collection wherein three baguette rubies are in center while six brilliant round brilliant-cut diamonds are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Sapphire 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
This amazing 18k yellow gold ring is set with sparkling round cut diamonds that weigh 1.90ct
Category

20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Splendid 1.25 Carat Natural Diamond 14 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Splendid 1.25 Carats Natural Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring Suggested Replacement Value
Category

2010s American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA 2.2c Cushion Ruby Baguette Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring 18K Gold Designer
By Estate Jewelry
Located in Brambleton, US
GIA 2.2ct Cushion Ruby Baguette Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring 18K Gold Designer Signed This is
Category

Late 20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

TJD 0.33 Carat Round and Baguette Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Cross Over Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
ring is crafted from 14-karat gold in your choice of white, rose, or yellow, and features Round
Category

2010s Indian Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

14K Yellow Gold Diamond Engagement Ring 0.45ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Engagement diamond ring in 14k yellow gold. Stamped 14k and weighs 3.4 grams. The center diamond is
Category

Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Spectrum Jewels SI/H Natural Baguette Diamond Wide 14 Karat Rose Gold Band Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This SI/H Natural Baguette Diamond Wide 14 Karat Rose Gold Band Ring features a wide band with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

1.0tcw 18K Colombian Emerald-Oval Cut Diamond Baguette Cocktail Gold Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
A one-of-a-kind, oval emerald and diamond statement cluster ring. The center stone features a
Category

2010s American Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

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

18K Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in rich 18K yellow gold, this bold ring showcases a striking trillion-cut emerald weighing
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Diamond 0.40 carats 18KT Yellow Gold Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
18KT Yellow gold, this beautiful ring features a captivating cluster of diamonds at its center. The
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Tanzanite Diamond Ring
Located in Houston, TX
). The vibrant tanzanite and shimmering diamonds are set in 14K yellow gold, weighing 7 grams, creating
Category

Vintage 1980s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Ring Guard
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Custom Material: 18K yellow gold Diamonds: 16 marquise and baguette cut = 1.28cttw Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Sapphire Heart Baguette Diamond 18K Gold Estate Ballerina Ring High End
By Estate Jewelry
Located in Brambleton, US
Vintage Sapphire Heart Baguette Diamond 18K Gold Estate Ballerina Ring High End This fine estate
Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Flower Crossover Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami Beach, FL
a diamonds baguette band. The ring is 18k yellow gold and contains a little bit more than 2 carats
Category

Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Bow Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K yellow gold Diamond: 20 baguette cut = 0.60cttw Color: G Clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

TJD 2.00 Ct Round Baguette Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Wide Wedding Band Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
ring is crafted from 14-karat gold in your choice of white, rose, or yellow, and features Round
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

1.64 Carat Diamond Wave Yellow Gold Band Ring, circa 1960
Located in Stamford, CT
1960's diamond wave motif band ring. 12 round and 24 tapered baguette diamonds in a 14k yellow gold
Category

Mid-20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Ladies Diamond Ring Set
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Diamond ring set in 14k yellow gold. The center diamond is a round brilliant cut, .40 carats, i to
Category

Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate 18K Baguette Diamond Ruby Wide Band Channel Set Italian Cocktail Ring
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A substantial Italian made cocktail ring crafted in 18K yellow gold and channel set with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Valentina Callegher 18k Yellow Gold 2.68ctw Diamond Wide Grooved Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
/F Color - VVS-VS2 Clarity - 2.68ctw (exact) Material: 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 12.26 Grams Ring Size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Ring Size 7 #14650
Located in Washington Depot, CT
This sparkling ring features 19 baguette diamonds and 24 round brilliant cut diamonds set in
Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Baguette Diamond Scatter 14K (or 18k upon request) Stackable Band Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Baguette Diamond Scatter 14K Stackable Band Ring is a timeless piece that effortlessly blends
Category

2010s American Modern Band Rings

Materials

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

Platinum 18k Gold GIA No Heat Burma Sapphire Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
18k yellow gold prongs that carries a GIA certified sapphire at its center. The beautiful gemstone has
Category

Late 20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Pavé 3.62 Carats Baguettes Round Shape Diamonds Men’s Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
ELEVATE YOUR STYLE WITH THIS STUNNING MEN'S ENGAGEMENT RING . CRAFTED WITH 14K YELLOW GOLD, THIS
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Tiffany Co. Vannerie Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
yellow gold and set with 70 brilliant-cut round diamonds weighing an estimated 3.00 carats and 17
Category

Vintage 1980s American More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

TJD 0.50 Carat Round and Baguette Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Wedding Band Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Bring charm to your look with this diamond ring. The ring is crafted from 14-karat gold in your
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

TJD 0.50 Carat Round and Baguette Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Wedding Band Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Bring charm to your look with this diamond ring. The ring is crafted from 14-karat gold in your
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Natural SI Color HI Baguette Diamond Wrap Ring Solid 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
The centerpiece of this ring is a stunning array of baguette-cut diamonds, boasting SI clarity and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Ring Size 6- This sparkling ring features 10 baguette diamonds
Category

20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Gold Entourage Ring with Brilliant and Baguette Cut Diamonds
Located in AMSTELVEEN, NH
A white gold ring with brilliant and baguette cut diamonds in a round model is a stunning piece of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold

18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
This beautiful, cluster style 18 karat yellow gold ring weighs 5.50 grams. It contains a center
Category

Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

TJD 2.0 Carat Round Baguette Cut 14 Karat White Gold Multi Row Diamond Rings
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
ring is crafted from 14 karat gold in your choice of white, rose, or yellow, and features 54 round and
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Natural Diamond 0.25 carats 18KT Yellow Gold Anniversary Wedding Band Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
An 18KT yellow gold ring with a baguette and round diamond designer setting is a perfect gift for a
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

TJD 0.50 Carat Round and Baguette Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Wedding Band Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
moment to remember. The ring is crafted from 14-karat gold in your choice of white, rose, or yellow, and
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

TJD 0.50 Carat Round and Baguette Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Wedding Band Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
occasion with ease. The ring is crafted from 14-karat gold in your choice of white, rose, or yellow, and
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage Marquise Sapphire Ring with Baguette and Round Diamonds in 18K Gold
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Vintage 18K yellow gold ring with one marquise-cut sapphire 0.80 carats, round and baguette
Category

Vintage 1980s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Ring Topaz Pink Sapphire Yellow Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
of the ring. Add this 18k Yellow Gold Topaz, Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring to your jewelry
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold Ultra Wide Ruby and Diamond "XO" Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
14k yellow gold ring. This magnificent yellow gold ring is an ultra wide hugs and kisses style
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

14K Yellow Gold Blue Tanzanite and Diamond Ring Size 8.25 #16468
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Blue Tanzanite and Diamond Ring Size 8.25 This stunning piece features a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Wailea, HI
Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold Fourteen Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds weighing .47
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Wedding Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Diamond 0.70 carats 18KT Yellow Gold Cluster Anniversary Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
A diamond cluster ring with baguette and round diamonds is a beautiful and sophisticated choice for
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.90 Carat SI/H Baguette Round Diamond Band Ring 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
Introducing the epitome of sophistication and luxury - the 0.90 Carat Baguette Round Diamond Band
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Men 18k Yellow Gold 0.90ct Royal Asscher Cut Diamond 0.75tct Sapphire Baguettes
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style with this exquisite 18k Yellow Gold Men's Ring, a testament to sophistication
Category

2010s American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Yellow Gold Baguette Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the yellow gold baguette diamond 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, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a yellow gold baguette diamond 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 18th 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. A yellow gold baguette diamond ring from TJD, Vaibhav Dhadda and LB Exclusive — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. See these pages for a baguette cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also round cut cut and mixed cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a yellow gold baguette diamond ring, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Yellow Gold Baguette Diamond Ring?

On average, a yellow gold baguette diamond ring at 1stDibs sells for $3,194, while they’re typically $176 on the low end and $160,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in. 

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage 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 rings, vintage 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.