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Triple AAA Emerald Cut 3.10ct Aquamarine Ring w/ 3 Diamonds on Sides in Platinum
Located in London, GB
Triple AAA Emerald Cut 3.10ct Aquamarine Ring With 3 Diamonds on Sides This beautiful ring features
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2010s English Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Aquamarine, Platinum

Platinum GIA 1.47ctw Colombian Emerald w/ Diamond Sides 3 Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Complete Info ** (2) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Emerald Cut - Prong Set - F/G Color - VS1/VS2 Clarity
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Platinum GIA 3.32ctw Octagonal Colombian Emerald w/ Trillion Diamond Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
shank) Ring Height: 5.6mm rise off the finger at the emerald Condition: Comes w/ original GIA
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

18k Yellow Gold High Quality Emerald & Diamond w/ Open Work Sides Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Emerald - Elongated Rectangular Cut - Channel Set - Vivid Green
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 10k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Belle Epoque Emerald, Ruby and Diamond Ring w Openwork Band
Located in Baltimore, MD
diamonds are set, our ring represents all the elements of the Belle Epoque. The ring is a size 8, easily
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Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold

14k Gold GIA Round Diamond Solitaire W/ Emerald Hand Engraved Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This breathtaking and magnificently detailed diamond engagement ring is crafted from solid 14k
Category

2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 10k White Gold Rectangular Black Onyx w/ Diamond Open Work Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
of the hand. The ring itself is detailed with a beautiful open work design at the sides, completing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 10k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Colombian Emerald Diamond Bow Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
natural emerald of approx .70 Ct (4.69 mm. by side) – 26 rose cut diamonds totalling approx 1.04 Ct (by
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Colombian Emerald Rose Cut Diamond ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Ever Green Charmingful early Art Deco Emerald & Diamond ring, unusually set with bright white rose
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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

New Platinum 18k Gold 1.64ct GIA Princess Diamond W/ Square Emerald 3 Stone Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This elegant, brand new and custom designed diamond and emerald three stone engagement ring is
Category

2010s North American Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Classic Platinum GIA 6.28ctw Oval Cabochon A Jade w/ Diamond Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Genuine Diamonds - Emerald Cut - Prong Set - Nice Brilliant White Color - 0.38ctw (exact - stamped) Total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Platinum

Classic Platinum High Quality 1.18ctw Royal Blue Sapphire w/ Diamond Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
- 1.02ctw (exact) (2) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Emerald Cut - Prong Set - VS1/VS2 Clarity - F/G Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage 14.90 Ct Emerald 2.80 Ct Diamond Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
, rare for this size Emeralds Surrounding border of old transitional cut Diamonds for 2.80 Ct TCW
Category

Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Vintage 18K TT Gold 2.29ctw GIA Colombian Emerald & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
either side of the emerald and further decorated with fine puffed grooved swirl pattern which gives this
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold

3-Stone Emerald and Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Three-Stone Emerald and Diamond Ring. Securely Hand set with 3 Ethiopian Emeralds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Platinum 1.35ct Floating Diamond W/ Accents Hand Engraved Work Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
gorgeous engagement ring! Enjoy :) --Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Emerald Cut - Tension Set
Category

Vintage 1970s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco 1.20 Ct Emerald Cut Diamond Solitaire Platinum Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Diamond Allure This superb Art Deco period Diamond solitaire ring is 1925 ca. Hand crafted of solid
Category

Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

New 18K Gold 3.04ctw SSEF Colombian Emerald & Round Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This stunning, SSEF certified, Colombian emerald and diamond engagement or cocktail ring is newly
Category

2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1940 Ring natural Emerald W.Sapphire solid 18K Gold Ø US10/ 4 gr
Located in SE
A Ring with carved band and crown decorated with natural diamond cut Emerald Ø 2.5 mm / ca. 0.1 ct
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

New Platinum 2.45ctw GIA Emerald Cut Tsavorite & Baguette Diamond Accents Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a fancy, and truly magnificent green tsavorite and diamond ring newly crafted in solid
Category

2010s American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tsavorite, Platinum

New Platinum 18k Gold 5.13ctw AGL Colombian Emerald & Gia Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
only! On either side is a gorgeous elongated emerald cut diamond - GIA graded as colorless and VS
Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

NWT $107, 546 18KT Gold Gorgeous Large Fancy Natural Emerald Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Large Emerald surrounded with a Halo of Diamonds and Diamond Baguettes on side. Ring is comprised of A
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold

Vintage Platinum 2.14ctw SSEF Pear Emerald & Long Baguette Diamond 3 Stone Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
emerald and diamond three-stone design. The breathtaking pear cut emerald displays the finest and most
Category

Vintage 1960s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

New Platinum 1.71ctw GIA Emerald Cut Diamond & Sapphire 3 Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
made ring. Comes w/ original GIA certification for the diamond. Ready to wear upon arrival. Stock
Category

2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Certified 6.81 Ct Colombian Emerald 1.60 Ct Diamond Trilogy ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Diamond ring Comes fully certified for Colombian origin, 6.81 Ct weighted off mounting, only moderate oil
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

5.28 Carat Emerald Cut Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Truly spectacular 1920’s Art Deco Emerald Cut Sapphire and diamond Platinum engagement ring. AGTA
Category

Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

3.55 Emerald-cut Aquamarine and Diamond Art Deco Revival Gold Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Aquamarine and Diamond Art Deco Revival Cocktail Ring. Centering
Category

Late 20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

18K Gold 7.31ctw GIA Oval Cabochon Bezel Emerald & Pave Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
18k Yellow Gold w/ Solid 18k White Gold Diamond Settings Weight: 17.72 Grams Ring Size: 6.5 (We can
Category

Vintage 1980s Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

3.74 Carat Emerald and Trillion Diamond Platinum Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Trillion Diamond on either side; approx. 0.63tcw. The ring is Hand crafted in Platinum. Ideal worn alone or
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Kurt Wayne 18k Gold 3.12ct AGL Emerald Cut Blue Sapphire & Round Diamond Ring
By Kurt Wayne
Located in Montclair, NJ
This breathtaking sapphire and diamond ring is designed by Kurt Wayne and crafted in solid 18k
Category

Early 2000s American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

"Emerald Cabochon" 18k White Gold, Burmese Black Jadeite Jade, Emerald Cut Ring
Located in Portland, OR
picture. Very unique setting with side filigree and emerald-cut stone, truly a mesmerizing combination
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold

New Platinum 5.32ctw Gubelin Emerald Cut Sapphire & Custom Cut Emerald Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
then elegantly complemented by the custom cut diamond shape emerald accents that give this ring its
Category

2010s American Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum

Platinum Tacori GIA NO HEAT Emerald Cut Purple Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tacori
Located in Montclair, NJ
glamorous look. The fiery diamonds include emerald cuts flanked at the sides of the solitaire, princess cuts
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum

Set in 18K Gold, natural Zambian Emerald and Diamonds Cocktail /Three stone Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
diamonds. The weight of the centre Emerald is 4.24 carats. The weight of the side pieces of Emerald is 1.81
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

New 18k Gold 1.46ct GIA Ceylon Alexandrite & Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a fascinating alexandrite and diamond ring newly crafted in solid 18k white and yellow
Category

2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

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

18K Gold & Platinum 2.15ctw GIA Burma VIVID RED Ruby & Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
You are looking at a classically styled ruby and diamond three stone engagement ring crafted in
Category

1990s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

New 18K Gold 1.39ct GIA Emerald Cut Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond 3 Three Stone Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This very elegant sapphire and diamond three stone engagement ring is newly crafted in solid 18k
Category

2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Solid Platinum GIA 15.68ctw Oval Vivid Purple Star Sapphire & Diamond Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Below for Complete Info ** (2) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Emerald Cut - Prong Set - G/H Color - SI1/SI2
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21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Purple Sapphire, Platinum

New Platinum & 14K Gold 4.39ctw GIA Cushion Tsavorite & Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
on either side with an emerald cut diamond. This gorgeous center stone stands out with its amazingly
Category

2010s American Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Tsavorite, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

4.88tcw 18K Men's Colombian Vivid Green Emerald Green Enamel Cocktail Men's Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
are also bezel set. The cocktail ring has emerald green enamel on the sides of the ring. A beautiful
Category

2010s Colombian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Enamel, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Glamorously Handmade 1.85ct Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
. Designed in luxurious 18K white gold, this ring boasts nine exquisite emerald-cut sapphires, totaling
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2010s Singaporean Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sparkling 1.89ct Diamonds 3-Stone Ring in 18k White & Yellow Gold -IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Sparkling 1.89ct Diamonds 3-Stone Ring in 18k White & Yellow Gold - IGI Certified A perfect fusion
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2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 1.40 Ct. Certified Pink Sapphire 1.04 CT Diamond Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Gorgeous Art Deco Pink Sapphire Diamond ring Traditional cluster design with a rectangular crown
Category

Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold

Art Deco Style 3.40 Ct Aquamarine 1.10 Ct Diamond 18 KT Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
reverse side and rich Diamond complement Aquamarine of 3.40 Ct (9.4 x 7.5 mm.) emerald octagonal cut
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Vintage 1970s European Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold

Alex Jona 9.9 Carat Tanzanite White Diamond Gold Solitaire Cocktail Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, CH
, centering a 9.92 carat square cut Tanzanite, embraced on both sides by two rows of white diamonds, E color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Solitaire Rings

Materials

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

Peacock Vintage Diamond Ruby and Sapphire Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
bright white 1.10ct emerald cut diamond sits at the centre of the face and is flanked on one side by a
Category

Mid-20th Century Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum

NEW Platinum 2.01ctw GIA NO HEAT Pink Sapphire & Diamond 3 Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
You are looking at a truly breathtaking sapphire and diamond three stone engagement ring, that is
Category

2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum

Mandarin Garnet and Diamond 3-Stone Gold Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Hand set Emerald-Cut Vivid Orange Mandarin Garnet, VS, weighing approx. 6.64 Carats with a Diamond D-VS
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Mandarin Garnet, Garnet, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Platinum GIA Octagonal Greenish Blue No Heat Sapphire & Diamond 3 Stone Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
center and flanked on either side with a fine quality emerald cut diamond. The mesmerizing color of the
Category

2010s American Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

18k Yellow Gold Natural Tanzanite womens Trilogy Band Ring - Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
on each side measure 2mm (0.08" inches) and are natural, earth-mined gemstones. The ring is finished
Category

2010s British Georgian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Collar Necklace of 18K Gold Openwork Plaque Links Set w Diamonds & "Big 3" Gems
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
plus diamonds and "Big Three" gemstones. Each plaque is hinged to its neighbor with a sturdy ring
Category

Late 20th Century American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow G...

Spectacular Vintage Certified Sandawana Emerald Diamond Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Red Carpet Emerald Ring! The Sandawana Emerald is probably one of the most rare stones in the
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Early 2000s Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, 24k Gold

Superb Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Bow Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
cut natural emerald of approx .70 Ct (4.69 mm. by side) – 26 rose cut diamonds totalling approx 1.04
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco 5.95 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Rare Art Deco Iconic Art Deco Emerald ring! Could be called as The Duchess of Windsor ring style
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Midcentury Emerald Cut 21.30 Carat Natural Aquamarine Diamond Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
diamonds totalling approx .15 Ct UK size: N 1/4 US size: 6 3/4 Measures: head is 20 x 18 mm. (h. x w
Category

Vintage 1960s Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold

AnaKatarina 4 Elements "Earth" Ring w/Malachite, Emerald, Ruby, Black Opal, Gold
By AnaKatarina
Located in Dedham, MA
suspended over malachite. On either side of the ring is an inverted emerald. This ring decadently flips
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Ruby, Malachite, Emerald, Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

1.40 Carat Diamond and Emerald Edwardian Antique Engagement Ring Platinum
Located in Tampa, FL
A magnificent Edwardian diamond and emerald Antique engagement ring that features a 1.40ct. apx
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Edwardian 14.90 Carat Emerald 2.80 Carat Diamond Rare Large Sized Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Emerald Statement! This impressive beginning of last century ring is of what dreams are made of
Category

Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver

Art Deco 2.01 Carat Colombian Emerald 1.15 Carat Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Love Token Simply exquisite from the late Art deco period is this trilogy set Emerald and Diamond
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Magnificent Certified 6.81 Carat Colombian Emerald 1.60 Ct Diamond Trilogy Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Diamond ring Comes fully certified for Colombian origin, 6.81 Ct weighted off mounting, only moderate oil
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

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Diamond Ring W Emeralds On Side For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact diamond ring w emeralds on side you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Platinum, Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 12 vintage editions and 4 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a diamond ring w emeralds on side may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating a diamond ring w emeralds on side has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Artisan NYC and Tacori are consistently popular. A diamond ring w emeralds on side can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 9 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for an emerald cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also round cut cut and cushion cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for a diamond ring w emeralds on side, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Diamond Ring W Emeralds On Side?

The price for a diamond ring w emeralds on side starts at $1,998 and tops out at $30,900 with these rings, on average, selling for $5,050.

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.