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Did De Beers invent the engagement ring?
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No, De Beers did not invent the engagement ring. Use of engagement rings date back to at least the time of Ancient Rome. However, in the 20th century, engagement rings began to fall out of style, especially by the time of the Great Depression. In the late 1930’s, De Beers began an advertising campaign that would forever rejuvenate interest in diamond engagement rings. Shop a collection of authentic De Beers jewelry on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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De Beers Dewdrop Collection Band in White Gold set with Micropavé Diamonds.
By De Beers
Located in New York, NY
Experience the ethereal beauty of the De Beers Dewdrop Collection Band in White Gold. Crafted from 18-karat white gold and elegantly rhodium plated, this exquisite ring features two ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Post-War Fashion Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
De Beers Aura Toi & Moi Pear-Shaped and Round Brilliant Diamond Cocktail Ring
By De Beers
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: De Beers
Metal Type: 950 Platinum
Ring size: 6
Head Measurements: 13.00mm x 8.00mm
Total Weight: 4.85 grams
Shank Width: 1.90mm
De Beers Aura...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
DE BEERS Princess Brilliant Cut Diamond Halo Platinum Engagement Ring
By De Beers
Located in Rome, IT
The engagement ring features a 1.35 carat Natural Princess Brilliant Cut diamond as its center stone. This diamond has a J color grade, indicating a slight tint but still within the ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
De Beers White Gold Diamond Swan Ring R102310
By De Beers
Located in London, GB
An elegant 18k white gold diamond ring by De Beers from the Classics collection. The band is set with 7 openwork motifs portraying two swans entwined together, set with micro-pave di...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Band Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
De Beers GIA Certified 0.44 Carat Vivid Pink Diamond Engagement Ring
By De Beers
Located in New York, NY
Introducing a tale of love woven into every glimmer! Behold the sublime emblem of eternal love – the enchanting engagement ring crafted by De Beers!
At the core of this masterpiece r...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
De Beers Yellow Gold Diamond Full Eternity Ring 0.78ct TDW
By De Beers
Located in London, GB
A unique 18k yellow gold diamond full eternity ring by De Beers. The eternity ring is set with 39 round brilliant cut diamonds with an approximate total weight of 0.78ct, F-G colour ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Band Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold