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5 Carat Oval Cut Rubellite Tourmaline with 0.66 Diamonds Cocktail Ring 18k
Located in Jaipur, RJ
5 carat Oval Cut Rubellite Tourmaline With 0.66 Diamonds Cocktail Ring 18k Available in 18k
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Early 2000s Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

5 Carat Paraiba Tourmaline Sugarloaf Cabochon Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
The Pedrina 5 carat Paraiba tourmaline engagement ring is absolutely incredible. A rare and
Category

2010s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Bespoke Halo Mount for 3-5 Carat Yellow White Diamond Oval Shape Platinum Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
This Spectacular Bespoke mount is suitable for a 3 - 5 Carat center diamond with 0.93 Carat of
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2010s British Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Tanzanite, Topaz, Tourmaline, Turquoise, S...

Vintage 5 Carat Oval Cut Red Tourmaline & Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage semi precious gemstone ring, featuring a pinkish red tourmaline and diamond blend of stones
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Late 20th Century North American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Vintage 4.46 Carat Tourmaline and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 4.46 carat blue tourmaline and 0.20 carat diamond, platinum and 18
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage Tourmaline and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
diamonds total approx 35pts. fully hallmarked London 1978. Ring Size: L or 5 3/4 Cluster Diameter: 10mm
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Vintage 1970s British Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold

Natural Tourmaline Diamond Ring 6 14k W Gold 5 TCW Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Tourmaline Diamond Ring 6 14k W Gold 5 TCW Certified $4,250 304176 This is a one of a Kind
Category

2010s American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold

5 Karat Tourmaline 18 Karat Rose Gold 0.28 Carat White Diamond Design Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Diamond Design Ring. A deep Green 5 carat Tourmaline stone set in a 18 karats rose gold modern band ring
Category

2010s Italian Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

5 Carat Rubellite and 2.5 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Gold Cocktail Ring Estate
Located in New York, NY
A classic, Cocktail ring 5 Carat of very clean no inclusion Rubellite and Diamond Ring Gold: 18
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2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

4.86ct Red Tourmaline and 1.16 Carat Natural Diamonds Cocktail Ring
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
This cushion cut red tourmaline diamond ring is simply stunning! The large 4.86 carat
Category

2010s Israeli Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold

5.75 Carat Octagonal Green Tourmaline Diamond Palladium Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1940’s Palladium domed tourmaline and diamond cocktail ring. This captivating show piece begins
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Early 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Palladium

Estate Platinum Tourmaline and Diamond Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Platinum ring featuring a round green tourmaline weighing 1.80 carats, accented by round and
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum

Vintage 3.75 Carat Pink Tourmaline and 0.96 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Dress Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 3.75 carat tourmaline and 0.96 carat diamond, 18 karat
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Contemporary 0.49 Carat Pink Tourmaline and Diamond White Gold Fashion Ring
Located in Towson, MD
This contemporary 14 karat white gold pink tourmaline and diamond ring makes a statement with its
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Early 2000s Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold

3.15 Carat Pear Tourmaline Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Bright reddish pink pear shaped tourmaline and diamond tiara style cocktail ring. This ring begins
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Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

7.49 Carat Tourmaline Diamond 14 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
tourmaline & .53 carats of sparkling diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger or smaller
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold

GIA Certified 6.74 Carat Pear Tourmaline Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Rare, rich GIA certified blue green tourmaline and diamond cocktail ring. Mounted in a platinum
Category

Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum

5.82 Carat Tourmaline Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
tourmaline and 1.52 carats of glittering diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger or
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold

8.17 Carat Tourmaline Diamond 14 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
tourmaline and illuminated with 1.7 carats of glittering diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold

19.02 Carat Tourmaline Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
tourmaline and illuminated with 1.5 carats of glittering diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold

Canary Yellow Tourmaline Ring 7.11 Carat
Located in New Orleans, LA
This extraordinary tourmaline displays an electric "canary" hue in this stunning ring. Weighing an
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold

7.61 Carat Tourmaline Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
carats tourmaline, 1.01 carats sapphire and illuminated with 1.41 carats of glittering diamonds. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

7.46 Carat Green Octagonal Tourmaline Pavé Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1950's octagonal elongated green Tourmaline and diamond ring. Spectacular 7.46 Carat Green
Category

Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum

9.67 Carat Tourmaline Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
tourmaline, .17 carats sapphire and illuminated with .54 carats of glittering diamonds. The ring is a size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold

GIA 27.49 Carat Cabochon Tourmaline Rubellite Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1950's Beautiful sugar loaf cut red Tourmaline Rubellite and diamond cocktail ring. This stunning
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Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum

9.00 Carat Indicolite Tourmaline and Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ladies Ring
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
= 5 1/2 The ring features an indicolite tourmaline set within tampering diamond ribbons Completed by a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

5.2 Carat Green Tourmaline & .15 Carat Diamond Cocktail Ring 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
5.2 Carat Emerald cut Green Tourmaline & 0.15 Carat Diamond Cocktail Ring 14 Karat White Gold
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold

Peter Suchy .95 Carat Tourmaline Diamond Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Bright green tourmaline and diamond engagement ring. .95ct round cut center tourmaline accented
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

3.60 Carat Orange Tourmaline 2.30 Carat Diamond, 18k White Gold Ballerina Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 3.60 carat orange tourmaline and 2.30 carat diamond, 18
Category

Vintage 1970s Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, White Gold

Vintage Men's 4.20 Carat Tourmaline and Single Cut Diamonds Royal Signet Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Men's 4.20 Carat Tourmaline and Single Cut Diamonds Royal Signet Ring 14k Gold. The ring is
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Peter Suchy GIA Certified 1.99 Carat Paraiba Tourmaline Diamond Platinum Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Beautiful, bright soft neon blue tourmaline and diamond engagement ring. GIA certified 1.99 carat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum

AGL Certified 4.11 Carat Green Tourmaline Diamond Halo Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1960's Handmade Tourmaline and Diamond princess style cocktail ring. The center tourmaline is a
Category

Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum

Peter Suchy 17.94 Carat Tourmaline Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Stunning rare green tourmaline and diamond cocktail ring. This spectacular 17.44ct. octagonal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

6.5 Carat Green Tourmaline & 4.2 Carat Diamond Cocktail Ring 18 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 6.5 Carat Green Tourmaline & 2.5 Carat Diamond Cocktail Ring 18 Karat White Gold
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold

19.31 Carat Apatite Tourmaline Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
A stunning ring handmade in 18K gold. It is set in 19.31 carats apatite, 2.26 carats tourmaline and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold

16.39 Carat Green Tourmaline Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
tourmaline, .37 carats sapphire and illuminated with 1.94 carats of glittering diamonds. The ring is a size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold

8.55 Carat Blue Indicolite Tourmaline Marquise Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1960's Blue green Indicolite Tourmaline and diamond ring. This timeless piece starts with an
Category

Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Indicolite, Tourmaline, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Peter Suchy .88 Carat Round Tourmaline Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Round tourmaline and diamond white gold engagement ring. The center piece of this ring features a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

0.50 Carat Princess Diamond 18 Karat Gold Solitaire Hasbani Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A modern classic engagement ring. Handmade in 18 Karat Gold, with a 0.50 Carat White Diamond. Set
Category

2010s British Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Tanzanite...

3.27 Carat Trillion Cut Rubellite Tourmaline 0.83 Diamonds Cocktail Ring 18k
Located in Jaipur, RJ
3.27 carat Trillion Cut Rubellite Tourmaline 0.83 Diamonds Cocktail Ring 18k Available in 18k
Category

Early 2000s Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

4.76 Carat Emerald Cut Tourmaline Diamond Halo Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
tourmaline and diamond cocktail ring. The center of this mounting features a rich green tourmaline, its
Category

Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Peter Suchy 26.79 Carat Brown Tourmaline Diamond Halo Gold Cocktail Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Peter Suchy natural untreated large oval 26.79ct Tourmaline and diamond cocktail ring. 18k white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

3.02 Ct. Pink Tourmaline and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Platinum ring featuring a 3.02 carat pink tourmaline stone with two accent diamonds. Presentation
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum

3.54 Carat Oval Faceted Pink Tourmaline Diamond Halo Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Fascinating 3.54 carat oval faceted pink tourmaline cocktail ring in 18k yellow and white gold with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Blue Topaz 3 Carat Oval 0.24 Carat Round Diamond Platinum Halo Bespoke Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
, size and gemstones. Ring in Platinum Main gemstone: 1 Oval Blue Topaz Diamond: Natural 0.24 Carat G
Category

2010s British Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Platinum

Platinum Diamond 9.70 Carat Cushion Cut Indicolite Tourmaline Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. Stones- 1 Genuine Cushion Cut Indicolite Tourmaline 9.70 Carats, 8 Round Diamonds 4 Square Baguette
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Indicolite, Platinum

Platinum Engagement 0.68 Carat Round Diamond Bespoke Twisted Love 4 Prong Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
0.50 Carat Certificated Diamond G – H Color SI1, making a total diamond weight of 0.68 Carat, the ring
Category

2010s British Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Tanzanite...

9.08ct Bi Color Watermelon Tourmaline Ring Elongated Sz 5 Estate Platinum
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish contemporary bi-color watermelon tourmaline & diamond ring (circa 2000s) crafted in 900
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum

Tourmaline Triplets Pink Yellow and Green Cabochon Tourmaline Rings Set
Located in Istanbul, Fatih
Carats H/VS Diamonds on each ring. Green Tourmaline 6.5 Carats, Pink Tourmaline 5 Carats and Yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold

19.30 Carat Cushion Cut Green Tourmaline Diamond Gold Mid-Century Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1950-1960 Tourmaline and diamond cocktail ring. Substantial 19.30ct beautifully cut antique
Category

Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

0.70 Carat Round Diamond Twisted 18 Karat White Gold 4 Prong Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
ring. Handmade in 18 Karat White Gold, with a total of 0.70 Carat White Diamond. Set in an open gallery
Category

2010s British Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Tanzanite...

0.68 Carat Round Side Band Diamond Solitaire 18 Karat Rose Gold Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
ring. Handmade in 18 Karat Rose Gold, with a total of 0.68 Carat White Diamonds. Set in an open gallery
Category

2010s British Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Tanzanite...

Vintage Tourmaline and Diamond Twist Ring in Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 0.72 carat green tourmaline and 0.14 carat diamond, 18k yellow gold twist
Category

Vintage 1980s English Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pink Tourmaline and Diamond Vintage 14 k Gold Ring
Located in Jerusalem, IL
in white gold. Total Diamond weight - 1.75 carats The Ring is size 7.5 US - 15.5 European
Category

Late 20th Century Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold

Meghna Jewels 3.09 Carat Tourmaline 2.5 carat Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This stunning ring has been crafted from 18-karat gold. It is hand set with 3.09 carat tourmaline
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

12 Carat Cushion Cut Natural Pink Tourmaline & Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 12 Carat Cushion Cut Natural Pink Tourmaline & Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring 12
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

6 Carat TW Pinkish Red Tourmaline with Neon Paraiba Tourmaline Ring
Located in Miami, FL
bygone era is characterized by the bezel set 5-carat oval-cut pinkish-red tourmaline center stone. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Paraiba, Tourmaline, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Tourmaline Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
tourmaline and .44 carats of glittering diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger or
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold

Tourmaline Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
tourmaline and .36 carats of glittering diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger or
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold

Tourmaline Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
tourmaline and .59 carats of glittering diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger or
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold

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5 Carat Tourmaline And Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact 5 carat tourmaline and diamond ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 125 antique edition and 417 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect 5 carat tourmaline and diamond ring may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Creating a 5 carat tourmaline and diamond ring has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by LB Exclusive, Alberto and Mark Henry are consistently popular. See these pages for an oval cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also round cut cut and cushion cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a 5 carat tourmaline and diamond ring, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a 5 Carat Tourmaline And Diamond Ring?

On average, a 5 carat tourmaline and diamond ring at 1stDibs sells for $3,964, while they’re typically $267 on the low end and $2,699,999 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.