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GIA Certified, 1.50ct W-X Range Natural Pear Shaped diamond Solitaire Ring 18KT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Range Natural Pear Shaped Diamond Solitaire Ring, delicately set in luxurious 18kt gold. This exquisite
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

14k Yellow Gold Simoneta Pear Salt and Pepper Diamond Ring Center:2.22- Carat
Located in San Francisco, CA
One-OF-a-kind ring showcase a 2.22 Carat Pear Shaped center diamond bezel set surrounded by a lightly
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pear Marquise Ruby Flower Diamond Cocktail Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
18 karat yellow gold pear marquise ruby flower diamond cocktail ring. This enchanting red ruby
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Studio Rêves 0.53 Carat Yellow Pear Engagement Ring in 18 Karat Gold
By Studio Rêves
Located in Mumbai, Maharashtra
Yellow and white diamond ring A pear-shaped yellow diamond is closely encased by round brilliant
Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Pear Shaped Cabochon Burma Rubies and Diamond Split Shank Gold Cocktail Ring
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
14 karats white and yellow gold split shank facing cabochon Burma ruby and diamond cocktail ring
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Sophia D. 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
18K yellow gold ring with pear shaped diamond. Sophia D by Joseph Dardashti LTD has been known
Category

2010s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Amethyst Diamond Yellow Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
overbearing. Rich looking also. SPECIFICATIONS: GEMSTONES: four pear-shaped amethyst. DIAMONDS: seven
Category

Vintage 1970s Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Report Certified Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
GIA report certified fancy light yellow pear shaped diamond engagement ring. Simple and concise
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Yellow and White Diamond Bypass Ring
Located in New Orleans, LA
Two rare pear-shaped diamonds intersect in this exquisite bypass ring. The first, a fancy yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Natural, Zambian Emerald Yellow Diamonds Cocktail Ring Set in 18K Yellow Gold
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very beautiful and one of a kind, Emerald Cocktail Ring set in 18K Yellow Gold & Diamonds. The
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rachel Koen 18K Yellow Gold Asscher and Pear Shaped Three-Stone Ring 1.37 Carat
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful, unique fancy yellow and pink diamond three-stone engagement ring. Crafted in 18K
Category

2010s American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

GIA Certified, 2.02ct Fancy Light Brownish Greenish Yellow Pear cut diamond ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
2.03-carat Fancy Light Brownish Greenish Yellow GIA Certified Pear Shape Diamond Ring – a true
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring Size 5 - This lovely ring feature one pear
Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Mark Broumand 8.01 Carat Fancy Dark Brown Pear Shaped Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This very unique diamond engagement ring is set with a beautiful 2.36ct pear shaped center diamond
Category

2010s American Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Fancy Yellow Diamond Flower Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A cute yet substantial diamond ring featuring four large fancy yellow pear-shaped diamonds set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

0.56 Carat Oval Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring
By Alberto
Located in GREAT NECK, NY
Material: 18K White Gold Center Stone Details: 1 Oval Shaped Yellow Diamond at 0.56 Stone Details
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Pinstripe Pear Shape 5.4 ct Emerald Solitaire and Pave Diamonds Yellow Gold
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
14k Yellow Gold. These any-finger rings include a dazzling pear shaped Emerald Sapphire solitaire
Category

2010s Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald Diamond Ring 1970s Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pear Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage emerald & diamond ring (circa 1970s) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Round
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulgari 2.01 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Weston, MA
A 2.01 carat fancy intense yellow pear modified brilliant-cut diamond with two pear-shaped diamonds
Category

20th Century Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified 0.76 Cts Fancy Yellow VS1 Modified Pear Shape Diamond 3-Stone Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
color. This three-stone cocktail ring is set in 18k white gold. The center modify pear shaped diamond is
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Victorian Opal Pear Cabochon Old Mine Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Halo Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a pear-shaped opal cabochon measuring 5.0 x 9.0 mm Translucent white in body color with
Category

Antique 1890s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pear Shaped Australian Boulder Opal Halo Diamond Engagement Wedding Ring 18K
Located in Suwanee, GA
Beautiful Australian Boulder Opal & Halo Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic
Category

2010s American Artist Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold .66 Carat Diamond Heart Ring
Located in Dallas, TX
A sweet ring for your honey! In 18 karat yellow gold, this ring supports two pear-shaped diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Victorian Ring, 10 Karat Old Mine Pear .32 Carat Antique
Located in Greensboro, NC
yesteryear. Fashioned in 10k yellow gold, this piece from circa 1860s - 1870s features a diamond solitaire in
Category

Antique 1860s Unknown Victorian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1.10 Carat Pear-Shaped Diamond Solitaire Ring, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
, 1.10 carat, pear-shaped diamond. This antique diamond has been held securely in place for over a
Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Fancy Yellow Diamond Convertible Pendant Ring, 5.48 Carat
Located in New Orleans, LA
pear-shaped 5.48-carat fancy yellow diamond is set at the center of the ring, while 2.35 total carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

Marina B Emerald Cabochon Cut Yellow Sapphire Diamonds Yellow Gold Ring
By Marina B
Located in London, GB
shaped yellow sapphire and brilliant cut diamonds (total carat weight : 1ct approximately). It is a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Fashion Rings

Materials

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

LB Exclusive 18K Yellow Gold 3.00 Ct Diamond Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
an array of alternating pear-shaped diamonds totaling 3.0 carats with H color and VS2 clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mark Broumand 1.70 Carat Pear Shaped Diamond Vintage Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Created in 14k yellow gold, this ravishing vintage diamond ring showcases a 0.66ct pear shaped
Category

Vintage 1970s More Rings

Fancy Intense Yellow Green Diamond Ring, 1.72 Carat
Located in New Orleans, LA
A superb 1.72-carat natural fancy intense yellow-green pear shaped diamond shines in this classic
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pear-Shaped Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring Circa 1950
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pear-Shaped Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring Circa 1950 Looking at a ring like this one
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Solitaire Rings

18k Yellow Gold 10ct Tanzanite Diamond Twin Ring
Located in Palm Beach, FL
18k yellow gold bypass design ring set with two pear-shaped faceted tanzanites and channel-set with
Category

1990s American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mark Broumand 1.60 Carat Pear Shaped Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This mesmerizing two-tone 18k yellow gold, 18k white gold diamond engagement ring features a lovely
Category

2010s More Rings

14K Yellow Gold Tanzanite Diamond Ring Size 6.25 #16353
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Tanzanite and Diamond Ring Size 6.25 This stunning ring features one pear
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mark Broumand 3.64 Carat Pear Shaped Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous pear shaped diamond engagement ring showcases a one-of-a kind 3.51ct center diamond
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Emerald-Cut Emerald and Pear-Shaped Diamond Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Estate Emerald-Cut Emerald and Pear-Shaped Diamond Ring This ring has nothing to be shy about
Category

Vintage 1970s Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

18K Yellow Gold Dome Ring with Diamond and Sapphire
Located in New York, NY
This elegant 18K yellow gold dome ring features a stunning 0.27 carat diamond paired with a 0.53
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald and Fancy Yellow Diamond Flower Ring
By Manfredi
Located in Greenwich, CT
This stunning, fine and impressive emerald and diamond flower ring has been crafted in 18k yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Sophia D. Toi et Moi Yellow Diamond and White Diamond Platinum Ring
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
The "Toi et Moi" ring designed and manufactured by Sophia D. that features a 0.88 carat pear shaped
Category

2010s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum

Sophia D. Art Deco Platinum Ring with Yellow Diamond and White Diamond
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
This art deco inspired ring set in platinum features a 1.33 carat and 1.54 carat pear shaped yellow
Category

2010s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum

Natural Opal Diamond Ring Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Pear Shaped Jewelry Estate
Located in Torrance, CA
nice play of colors from green to yellow, purple and blue. The pear shaped princess style ring adds a
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Dior Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Christian Dior
Located in Feasterville, PA
Get lucky with this fabulous vintage Christian Dior ring showcasing 4 pear shaped diamonds set in a
Category

1990s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

2.30 Carat Total Pear shaped Ruby Blue Sapphire Diamond Cocktail ring In 18K
Located in Chicago, IL
unheated GIA certified 1.05 carat, pear-shaped, blood red ruby is from Mozambique. Its color is vibrant
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

GIA 3.72 Carat Fancy Colored Pear Shaped Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
fancy deep brown-yellow pear shaped diamond that is VS2 clarity. Accented by two colorless pear shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA 3.72 Carat Fancy Colored Pear Shaped Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
fancy deep brown-yellow pear shaped diamond that is VS2 clarity. Accented by two colorless pear shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

18K White Gold Oval Fancy Yellow and Pear Shape Diamond Ring 0.80cttw
Located in New York, NY
surrounded with 8 pear shaped diamonds of 1.90 carat in a Halo design adorned in a filigree pattern
Category

2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Magnificent 4.51ct Natural Diamonds Cocktail Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Magnificent 4.51ct Natural Diamonds Cocktail Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified Experience
Category

2010s Israeli Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 0.62 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
1.50 carats of diamonds making a wonderful base for the spectacular 0.62ct pear-shaped main stone. Ring
Category

20th Century French Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K White Gold Oval Fancy Yellow and Pear Shape Diamond Ring 0.80cttw
Located in New York, NY
surrounded with 8 pear shaped diamonds of 1.90 carat in a Halo design adorned in a filigree pattern
Category

2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Emerald Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold 2 Carat TW
Located in Montgomery, AL
- 9.7mm X 6.3mm X 4.37mm Pear Shaped Emerald Gemstone; Estimated Weight: 1.25 Carats 83 - Round Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Dutch 1.59 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Dress Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive Dutch 1.59 carat diamond and 14 karat yellow gold, silver set dress ring
Category

Antique Early 1900s Dutch Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Certified Yellow Diamond White Diamond 18K Gold Cocktail Ring
By HYT Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This unique flower-shaped ring features a natural oval-shape Yellow diamond at the heart of their
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

TVJ 0.91 Carat Old Pear Cut Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a beautifully created 22ct yellow gold solitaire diamond ring. The ring features a hammered
Category

20th Century Victorian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Harry Winston ring in yellow gold, sapphires and diamonds
By Harry Winston
Located in PARIS, FR
A Harry Winston ring in 18k (750°/°°) yellow gold set with sapphires and diamonds. The ring
Category

Vintage 1970s American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

18kt Yellow Gold Rose Diamond Duchess Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Duchess ring in yellow gold, adorned with two pear-shaped old-cut diamonds centered on an old-cut
Category

Antique 1890s French Napoleon III Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Thierry Vendome Amethyst Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Thierry Vendome
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
approximately 46-carat pear-shaped amethyst set in yellow gold and accented with round diamonds. The ring is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Contemporary Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diamond ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The pierced decorated, shaped mount displays a feature
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Yellow Pear Shaped Yellow Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact yellow pear shaped yellow diamond ring you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 38 antique edition and 54 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a yellow pear shaped yellow diamond ring may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular piece, .5 Carat and 1 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. Creating a yellow pear shaped yellow diamond ring has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Mark Broumand, Alberto and Single Stone are consistently popular. A pear cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also round cut and oval cut versions for sale. Finding a yellow pear shaped yellow diamond ring for sale for women should be easy, but there are 28 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Yellow Pear Shaped Yellow Diamond Ring?

Prices for a yellow pear shaped yellow diamond ring can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $310 and can go as high as $362,882, while this accessory, on average, fetches $5,300.

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 Pear Shaped Yellow Diamond Ring
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    Although trends in bridal jewelry change over time, pear-shaped diamond engagement rings tend to remain popular. Jewelry makers have produced pear-shaped diamonds since the 15th century, when a Flemish diamond cutter named Lodewyk van Bercken first mastered the technique. Many people love the sparkle of the cut and find its mix of curves and points to be visually appealing. Find a diverse assortment of pear-shaped diamond engagement rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    While diamonds signify love and devotion, a yellow diamond is meant to also signify knowledge, intellect and wisdom; it’s also seen as a hue of happiness and cheer. Receiving a yellow diamond engagement ring still signifies everlasting love much like a clear diamond, but it also is meant to bring an element of happiness and certainty—this is what makes it a popular diamond color for engagement rings. You’ll find a variety of yellow diamonds from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.