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1.50 Carat Diamond Two-Row Gold Half Band Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful 2 Row Diamond Half Band The ring is 14K Yellow Gold There are 1.50 Carats In Diamonds F
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Antique Two-Row Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
rich 18ct yellow gold and showcases two rows of seven round faceted chunky old mine cut diamonds. This
Category

Early 20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum Edwardian Two Row Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Ring 18ct White Gold & Platinum Tested Circa 1910 Fabulous, Edwardian era, two
Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

1870s Antique Diamond Silver Gold Two Row Band Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Designed as an half loop two rows cluster ring, the claw set old cut diamonds weighing
Category

Antique 1870s Italian Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Art Deco Two Row Diamond Band Ring
Located in Denver, CO
Two rows of fourteen closely set bright-white single-cut diamonds, together weighing approximately
Category

Mid-20th Century Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

10K Yellow Gold 1.00 Carat Two-Row Diamond Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
warm 10k yellow gold, this band ring showcases 22 natural, sparkling diamonds channel set in two rows
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Verdura Micro Pave Diamond Two Row Gold Wedding Band Ring
By Verdura
Located in New York, NY
Verdura 18k white gold two row eternity wedding band , with micro pave set diamonds - approx
Category

20th Century Italian Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Vintage Two Rows Round Brilliant Diamond Ring 14K White Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
Clean, modern and elegant describe this striking ring composed of two rows of round brilliant
Category

Vintage 1980s Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

10K Yellow Gold Two-Row 1.0 Cttw Diamond Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
warm 10k yellow gold, this band ring showcases 22 natural, sparkling diamonds channel set in two rows
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier, France Estate Gold and Two-Row Diamond Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
An estate gold, platinum, and diamond band ring designed as two rows of brilliant-cut diamonds n
Category

1990s French Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Ruby and Diamond Two-Row Half Eternity Gold Band Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely Detailed Double Row Ruby and Diamond Art Deco Revival Half Eternity Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Band Rings

Materials

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

14k Gold Double Row Diamond Ring Two Band Ring Parallel Open Bar Diamond
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Brilliant Diamond Ring is made of 14k solid gold featured with natural white sparkly diamond in a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

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

18k Gold Double Row Diamond Ring Two Band Ring Parallel Open Bar Diamond
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Brilliant Diamond Ring is made of 18k solid gold featured with natural white sparkly diamonds in a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

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

14k Double Row Diamond Wedding Band. Two row diamond channel ring eternity
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Classic Mens Wedding Band. 14k White Gold. Double Row channel set diamonds. Ring is made by the popular
Category

Early 2000s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond

Layered Diamond Band, White Gold, Two Rows of Diamonds, Stackable Ring
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
The details for this beautiful ring are listed below: Metal Quality: 14K White Gold Diamond Number
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Diamond Platinum Two-Row Eternity Wedding Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
This elegant two-row eternity band is made in fine platinum and pave-set with an estimated 2.75
Category

Vintage 1950s American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, Platinum

Wavy Two-Row Diamond Baguette Ring with Round Diamonds, 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
A Wavy Two Row Diamond Baguette Ring with Round Diamonds made in 18K Yellow Gold. Ring Size US 7
Category

20th Century Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Cuban Link Diamond Love Two Row Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K yellow gold Diamonds: 32 round cut = .17cttw Color: G Clarity: VS2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond 3-Row Gold Band Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, two rows of round brilliant-cuts and a single row of princess-cut diamonds in its center. Made in 18k
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Double Row 2 Carat Graduating Diamonds Two Tone 14k Gold Ring
Located in beverly hills, CA
Two rows of graduating diamond set in 14K white gold prongs and 14K yellow gold band. The round
Category

Late 20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Fancy Yellow Cushion Two Row Accented Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
ladies 18K white & yellow gold diamond accented cocktail ring with a half-round shank. The metal was
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Two Toned 3 Diamond Row Ring in 14k White and Rose Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K White & Rose Gold Style: Statement Ring Ring Size: 9 (resizing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Two-Row Pavé Natural Diamond Open Band Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
18 Karat Yellow Gold Pavé Natural Diamond Open Band Ring Metal: 18k yellow gold Weight: 11.5 grams
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

18 Karat White Gold Shiran Two Rows Diamond Ring '1/3 Carat'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This band features two rows of Micro- Prong-set round brilliant diamonds. Experience the difference
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Shiran Two Rows Diamond Ring '1/3 Carat'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This band features two rows of Micro- Prong-set round brilliant diamonds. Experience the difference
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Rose Gold Shiran Two Rows Diamond Ring '1/3 Carat'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This band features two rows of Micro- Prong-set round brilliant diamonds. Experience the difference
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

14 Karat White Gold Shiran Two Rows Diamond Ring '1/3 Carat'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This band features two rows of Micro- Prong-set round brilliant diamonds. Experience the difference
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold Shiran Two Rows Diamond Ring '1/3 Carat'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This band features two rows of Micro- Prong-set round brilliant diamonds. Experience the difference
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Shiran Two Rows Diamond Ring '1/3 Carat'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This band features two rows of Micro- Prong-set round brilliant diamonds. Experience the difference
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Vintage Multi Row Diamond Gold Dome Ring
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Multi Row Diamond Gold Dome Ring A striking vintage dome ring that captures the essence of
Category

20th Century Unknown Retro Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique 18 Carat Yellow Gold Two Row Old Cut Diamond Ring, Year 1913
Located in London, GB
beautifully matched old mine cut and eight-cut diamonds set across two rows, with a combined weight of
Category

Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

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

French Van Cleef & Arpels Two Row Diamonds and Twisted Rope Gold Ring, 18k
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Two Row Diamonds and Twisted Rope Gold Ring made in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Category

20th Century French Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat White Gold Two Row Diamond Eternity Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K white gold Diamond: 58 round brilliant cut = 1.40cttw Color: H
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Two Tone 18 Karat Gold Criss-Cross Multi Row Band Ring with Diamonds
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
and yellow gold adds depth and dimension to the ring, while the sparkling diamonds elevate its glamour
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

0.70cttw Two Tone Round Diamond Multi Row Fancy Band Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
This elegant and classic diamond band ring is crafted in 14k white and yellow gold. Features four
Category

2010s Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Modern Two Row Diamond Eternity Band Ring 18k 4.50 Carat
Located in MIAMI, FL
Fantastic design seen on this modern diamond eternity band. The ring is crafted in 18k white gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Fancy Cognac Pear Diamond Ring with Halo and Two-Row Diamond Shank 14K Rose Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
cognac diamond. The shanks of the ring boast a double row of diamonds, contributing to the opulence and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Two-Row Band 14k Round Brilliant .36ctw Channel Set Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .36ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Modern Black Opal Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Contemporary Two Row Band Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This striking 18 karat white gold ring features a captivating 10mm x 22mm black opal at its center
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Black Opal, Opal, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

18ct White Gold, 1930s French Stamped, Two Row Diamond & Ruby Tank Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
1930s tank-style cocktail ring! Crafted in 18ct white gold, this exquisite ring features two rows of
Category

Mid-20th Century French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamond 1.00 carats 18KT White Gold Two Row Beads Wedding Band Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
This captivating ring features a stunning double row of round diamonds totaling 1.00 carats, set in
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mid-Century 1.00 CTW Diamond 14K Gold Vintage Two-Row Fishtail Wedding Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering two parallel rows of transitional cut diamonds set to front with fishtail prongs Weighing
Category

Vintage 1950s Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

.77 Carat Diamond Halo Two Row Halo Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Three-stone diamond engagement ring. .77ct center brilliant cut diamond with a double halo of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

18 Karat White Gold Round Engagement Ring Setting Diamond Halo and Two Row Band
Located in Manhasset, NY
18 Karat White Gold round engagement ring setting with diamond halo and two row diamond band. Size
Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Round Engagement Ring Setting Diamond Halo and Two Row Band
Located in Manhasset, NY
18 Karat White Gold Round Engagement Ring Setting Diamond Halo And Two Row Band Size 6.5 0.80 total
Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Two Row Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold. 0.40 Carats in Channel Set Diamonds
Located in Surfside, FL
Two row diamond ring in 18k with app. 0.40 cts in channel set diamonds, Signed "Mayors". Size 6.25
Category

20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

2.00 Carat 10 Stone Round Diamond Two Row Band Ring 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 6.75 Elegance and sophistication converge in this stunning white gold band ring adorned
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Baguette Cut Rhodolite Garnet & Diamond Multi Row Ring in Two-Tone 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
sleek frame of white gold and accented by a delicate scattering of round diamonds on either side
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Rhodolite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

TJD 2.0 Carat White & Treated Black Diamond 14Karat White Gold Two Row Band Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful band ring features shimmering brilliant cut diamonds and treated black diamond in
Category

2010s Indian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14k Gold Triple Row Diamond and Double Row Emerald and Sapphire Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
14k yellow gold ring. This gorgeous yellow ring is a triple row of round faceted, channel set
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

1.20 Carat Two-Row Diamond Wedding Band
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Two row wedding band consisting of 10 assher cut diamonds 1.20 carats FG color/VS clarity set in 14
Category

2010s American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Three-Row Diamond Dome Ring
Located in Denver, CO
Three rows of pave set diamonds shimmer across the top half of this classic, gently domed band ring
Category

Mid-20th Century Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

TJD 1.0 Carat Princess Cut Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Two Row Wedding Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This diamond studded ring will add an extra charm to your ring collection. Glitters with 12
Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Candy Cane 14K Yellow Gold Two Row Ruby and Diamond Baguette Right Hand Ring
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K yellow gold ring with two rows of alternating baguette cut diamonds and rubies. - Finger size
Category

1990s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Single Row Stackable Diamond Ring
By Rebecca Noff
Located in Toronto, ON
diamond band or as a wedding band. It features two rows of pavé set diamonds 18K rose gold 5mm mm wide
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

TJD 1.0 Carat Round & Baguette Diamond 14KT White Gold Two Row Wedding Band Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Honor your special day with this exceptional diamond band ring. This band ring features a sparkling
Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

TJD 2.0 Carat Brilliant Cut Diamond 14Karat White Gold Two Row Wedding Band Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful engagement band ring features shimmering brilliant cut round diamonds in prong
Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold 9 Row Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K white gold Diamond: 80 round brilliant cut = 1.68cttw Color: H
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold 9 Row Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K white gold Diamond: 80 round brilliant cut = 1.68cttw Color: H
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Victorian 18K Gold Diamond Ring Old Cut Two Row Boat-Shaped, c.1890
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this fabulous Victorian 18K gold ring with a dual row of antique old-cut
Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

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Gold Two Row Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact gold two row diamond ring you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 28 vintage editions and 64 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect gold two row diamond ring may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic gold two row diamond ring over the years, but those made by Beyond Fine Jewelry, Roman Malakov and TJD are often thought to be among the most beautiful. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also oval cut cut and asscher cut cut versions available here, too. Finding a gold two row diamond ring for sale for women should be easy, but there are 35 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Gold Two Row Diamond Ring?

On average, a gold two row diamond ring at 1stDibs sells for $3,360, while they’re typically $670 on the low end and $14,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

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

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

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

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

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

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

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Finding the Right Rings for You

Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.

No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.

Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.

Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry

The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.

Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.