Diamond Rings
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Gemstone: Diamond
Baguette-Cut Diamond Full Eternity Ring
Located in London, GB
A baguette-cut diamond full eternity ring, the 56 baguette-cut diamonds estimated to weigh 1.5 carats in total channel-set to an 18 carat gold mount, hallmarked London, 2019, bearing...
Category
2010s British Modern Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Full Eternity Ring
Located in London, GB
A diamond full eternity ring, consisting of twenty round brilliant-cut diamonds estimated to weigh 3 carats in total, all grain set in plati...
Category
2010s British Modern Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Single Stone Solitaire Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A single stone diamond ring, the brilliant-cut diamond weighing 1.03 carats of K colour and I1 clarity, shoulders set with graduating diamond-set shoulders, to a carved mount and rib...
Category
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Natural Pearl and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
A natural pearl and diamond cluster ring, the centre set with a natural pearl surrounded by a cluster of round brilliant-cut diamonds, estima...
Category
2010s British Modern Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
An Art Deco Style Square Cluster Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco style diamond square cluster ring, the central old brilliant-cut diamond estimated to weigh 0.50 carats, claw-set to the centre of an openwork diamond-set square frame, w...
Category
2010s British Art Deco Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Diamond Full Eternity Ring
Located in London, GB
A diamond full eternity ring, with round brilliant-cut diamonds in a channel setting, all in platinum, estimated total diamond weight 2.10 c...
Category
2010s British Contemporary Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
A diamond cluster ring, the central round brilliant-cut diamond, weighing 0.50ct, claw set within a border of ten smaller round brilliant-cut diamonds,...
Category
2010s British Contemporary Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Victorian Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring or Bracelet
Located in London, GB
A Victorian ruby and diamond cluster ring/bracelet, the oval faceted ruby weighing 0.92 carats, accompanied by GCS Report stati...
Category
Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Single Stone Solitaire Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A single stone diamond ring, the Asscher-cut diamond weighing 0.87 carats of I colour SI1 clarity, AnchorCert certificate, four claw-set to a platinum mount with D-section shank and...
Category
2010s British Contemporary Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 3.04 Carat Solitaire Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A single stone diamond ring, the round brilliant-cut diamond weighing 3.04 carats, accompanied by GIA Certificate stating to be of H colour, SI1 clarity, ten claw-set to a platinum ...
Category
Early 2000s British Contemporary Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.18 Carat IF D Solitaire Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A single stone diamond ring, the round brilliant-cut diamond weighing 1.18 carats of D colour and IF clarity, with GIA certificate , six-claw set to a platinum heart collet with D-se...
Category
2010s British Modern Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.51 Carat Solitaire Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A single stone diamond ring, the round brilliant-cut diamond weighing 1.51 carats of D colour and VVS1 clarity, GIA certificate, six-claw set to a white gold mount with square-sectio...
Category
2010s British Modern Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
A diamond three stone ring, the three graduating emerald-cut diamonds, weighing a total of 1.15 carats, rub over set to a platinum mount, with chenie...
Category
2010s British Modern Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Certified 1.01 Carat Marquise-Cut Solitaire Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A single stone diamond ring, the marquise brilliant-cut diamond weighing 1.01 carats, accompanied by De Beers Report stating to be of G colour and VVS2 clarity, six claw-set to a pla...
Category
Early 2000s British Modern Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Sterling Silver Amethyst Diamond Ring - 925 14k Oval 2.40ct Size 7
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7
Metal Content: Sterling Silver & 14k Yellow Gold
Stone Information
Natural Amethyst
Carat(s): 2.40ct
Cut: Oval
Color: Purple
Natural Diamonds
Cut: Single
Stone Note: (four...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Diamond Rings
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Ruby and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
An early 20th Century ruby and diamond three stone ring, the central cabochon-cut ruby weighing 1.72 carats, accompanied by GCS Report stating to be of Burmese origin with no indication of heating, flanked by two old brilliant-cut diamonds weighing 1.28 carats in total, all claw set to a gold mount with tapering shoulders, marked 18ct, circa 1910, head measuring 0.7x1.6cm, gross weight 2.85 grams. Finger size O
This ring is in very good condition.
This elegant three stone ring comes from the collection of Bentley & Skinner, the London jewellers by appointment to both Her Majesty the Queen and His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales. It features a central pigeon’s blood red cabochon cut ruby flanked by two dazzling diamonds that complement the central stone wonderfully. The cabochon cut is one of the oldest stone cutting techniques, and cabochon cuts were popular in jewellery of the ancient world and the medieval and Tudor eras...
Category
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 0.76 Carat VVS1 Emerald-Cut Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A single stone diamond ring, the E colour, VVS1 clarity emerald-cut diamond weighing 0.76 carats, accompanied by GIA certificate, white four claw-set to pierced shoulders, hallmarked...
Category
Early 2000s British Contemporary Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
A diamond cluster ring, to the centre a round brilliant cut diamond weighing 0.50 carats, assessed as H colour, VS2 clarity, surrounded by twelve roun...
Category
2010s British Contemporary Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Belle Époque Natural Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A Belle Époque natural pearl and diamond ring, to the centre a button-shaped pearl measuring 6.8 x 5.1mm, accompanied by GCS Report 7921...
Category
1910s French Belle Époque Vintage Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Ruby and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
A ruby and diamond three stone ring, the cushion shape faceted ruby estimated to weigh 0.5 carats, flanked by two round brilliant-cut...
Category
1990s British Victorian Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified 3.55 Carat Old Cushion-Cut Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A single stone diamond ring, the old cushion-cut diamond weighing 3.55 carats accompanied by GIA certificate, stating to be of I colour and VS1 clarity, 8 ...
Category
1920s British Edwardian Vintage Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 3.91 Carat Marquise-Cut Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A marquise-cut diamond ring, the marquise brilliant-cut diamond weighing 3.91 carats and accompanied by GIA report stating to be of F colour and VS1 clarity, claw-set between two tap...
Category
Early 2000s British Modern Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Victorian Style Three-Stone Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A Victorian style three-stone ruby and diamond ring, the cushion shaped ruby weighing 2.34 carats accompanied by GCS Report stating to be from Mozambique with no indications of heat...
Category
1930s British Victorian Vintage Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
A ruby and diamond cluster ring, the oval faceted ruby estimated to weigh 0.65 carats, surrounded by eight old brilliant-cut diamonds est...
Category
2010s British Modern Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Demantoid Garnet and Diamond Double Heart Ring
Located in London, GB
A Victorian demantoid garnet and diamond double heart ring, each heart set with a demantoid garnet to the centre of an old brilliant-cut diamond surround, with diamond-set ribbon bow surmount, the demantoid garnets estimated a total of 3.3 carats, the diamonds estimated a total of 1.1 carats, all set in silver to a yellow gold mount ring, circa 1880, the head measuring approximately 2.3 x 2.1cm, finger size M, gross weight 4.15 grams.
This ring is in very good condition. Unmarked, tested as 18ct gold and silver.
This enchanting Victorian double heart ring...
Category
1880s British Victorian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Garnet, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Three-Stone Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian three stone ruby and diamond ring, the oval faceted ruby weighing 0.95 carats accompanied by GCS Report stating to be of Burmese origin with no indication of heat treatment, set between two old brilliant-cut diamonds weighing approximately a total of 1.10 carats, claw set in platinum and yellow gold mount, to a gold tapered D-section shank, circa 1910, later hallmarked London 18ct gold, head measuring 0.7x1.6cm, gross weight 4 grams.
An Edwardian ruby and diamond ring...
Category
1910s British Edwardian Vintage Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Demantoid Garnet and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian Demantoid garnet and diamond ring, the cushion-cut green garnet weighing 2.05 carats, accompanied by GCS report 81281-75 stating to be n...
Category
1910s British Edwardian Vintage Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Platinum
Early 20th Century Diamond and Pink Sapphire Ring
Located in London, GB
An early 20th Century diamond and pink sapphire ring, the old mine-cut diamond weighing 1 carat of K colour and SI2 clarity, accompanied by De Beers Grading Report, the pink sapphire weighing 1.08 carats, accompanied by GCS Report stating to be of Sri Lankan origin with no indication of heating, both claw set vertically to a platinum mount with diamond set split foliate shoulders, bearing Austrian platinum import mark, circa 1930, the head measuring 1.3x1.5cm, finger size M 1/2, gross weight 4.05 gram.
This vintage ring is in excellent condition.
A feminine early twentieth century ring. This ring features two central stones, a lovely pink sapphire, and a scintillating diamond. The stones are mounted up finger and set between diamond-set leaf shaped shoulders of a naturalistic design. This ring is a gorgeous example of a ‘moi et toi’ or ‘me and you’ ring, with the stones representing a couple. This piece comes from the extensive antique ring collection...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
A Burmese star ruby and diamond cluster ring
Located in London, GB
A Burmese star ruby and diamond cluster ring, the oval cabochon star ruby weighing 4.67cts accompanied by Gemlab certificate stating to be untreated an...
Category
1950s British Retro Vintage Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Platinum
Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
A sapphire and diamond cluster ring, the oval faceted sapphire weighing 8.32 carats, accompanied by GCS Report stating to be of Sri Lankan origin with no indications of heating, surrounded by fourteen round brilliant-cut diamonds estimated to weigh 1.4 carats in total, all claw-set to yellow gold mount with knife-edge shoulders, hallmarked 18ct gold London 1989, the head measuring approximately 1.8x1.5cm, gross weight 7.2 grams. Finger size L
This ring is in excellent condition.
This splendid sapphire and diamond ring features an impressive central sapphire of a deep blue shade weighing 8.32 carats. The gorgeous sapphire is surrounded by a frame of lively diamonds, which twinkle wonderfully and add to the romance of this piece. This large sapphire and diamond ring is reminiscent of the iconic engagement ring worn first by Diana, Princess of Wales and currently worn by Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge. Unlike the royal engagement ring...
Category
1980s British Vintage Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ring with Elephants by Ilgiz F
Located in London, GB
A ring with elephants by Ilgiz F, the faceted cultured pearl weighing 21.78 carats, set to an openwork surround depicting finely engraved elephants and diamond...
Category
2010s Russian Contemporary Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gol...
Certified 2.12 Carat Solitaire Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A single stone diamond ring, the round brilliant-cut diamond weighing 2.15 carats accompanied by AnchorCert report stating to be of F colour and VVS2 clarity, 6 claw-set to an open ...
Category
Early 2000s Unknown Modern Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Ruby and Diamond Floral Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
A ruby and diamond floral cluster ring, the central round brilliant-cut diamond, estimated to weigh 0.15 carats, surrounded by six oval faceted rub...
Category
Early 2000s Unknown Modern Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Single Stone Solitaire Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A single stone diamond ring, the round brilliant-cut diamond estimated to weigh 0.45 carats, four claw set to a platinum mount with tapering shoulders,later hallmarked platinum Lond...
Category
Early 2000s British Modern Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Gem-A Certified 0.89 Carat D Color Solitaire Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A diamond solitaire ring, the round brilliant-cut diamond weighing 0.89 carats, accompanied by Gem-A certificate stating to be of D colour, VVS2 clarity, claw-set to a platinum mount...
Category
Early 2000s British Modern Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Late Victorian Diamond Twin Heart Ring
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian diamond twin heart ring, the ring two interlocking hearts, each set to the centre and border with rose-cut diamond, with diamond-set b...
Category
1880s British Victorian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
Late Victorian Emerald, Ruby and Diamond Twin Heart Ring
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian emerald, ruby and diamond twin heart ring, the ring set with two interlocking hearts, one set with a pear-shaped emerald, estimated to...
Category
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian Colombian Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
A Fine Victorian Colombian emerald and diamond cluster ring, emerald weighing 5.54 carats of Colombian origin accompanied by...
Category
1890s British Victorian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Emerald, Diamond, Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 3.52 Carat Internally Flawless Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in London, GB
An Important single diamond ring, the round brilliant-cut diamond weighing 3.52 carats, accompanied by GIA Certificate stating to be of D colour Internally Flawless, claw-set to a p...
Category
2010s British Modern Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Art Nouveau Natural Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
An Art Nouveau natural pearl and diamond ring, the central pearl accompanied by a AnchorCert report stating the pearl to be natural and ...
Category
Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.39 Carat Solitaire Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A single stone diamond ring, the round brilliant-cut diamond weighing 1.39 carats, accompanied by GIA report stating to be of F colour VS1, six claw-set to a platinum collet, between...
Category
Early 2000s British Modern Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.50 Carat Solitaire Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A single stone diamond ring, the round brilliant-cut diamond weighing 1.50 carats of F colour, VS2 clarity, GIA certificate, six claw-set to a white gold mount with scroll heart deco...
Category
Early 2000s British Modern Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 1.47 Carat Emerald-Cut Solitaire Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A single stone solitaire diamond ring, the emerald-cut diamond weighing 1.47 carats, of F colour, VS1 clarity, GIA certificate, f...
Category
Early 2000s British Modern Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Victorian Trefoil Pearl and Diamond Cross-Over Ring
Located in London, GB
A Victorian trefoil pearl and diamond cross-over ring, the three natural pearls accompanied by an AnchorCert stating the pearls to weigh a total of 3.27 carats and to be of saltwater...
Category
1890s British Victorian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Natural Pearl, Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold
Early Victorian Ruby, Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
An early Victorian ruby, emerald and diamond ring, to the centre two old brilliant-cut diamonds estimated to weigh 0.5 carats in total, set between an emerald estimated to weigh 0.3...
Category
1840s British Early Victorian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
GIA Certified 2.05 Carat Internally Flawless Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A solitaire diamond ring, the round brilliant cut diamond, weighing 2.05 carats of D colour IF clarity, GIA certificate, six-claw set in a heart shape platinum collet, with tapered D...
Category
2010s British Modern Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Belle Époque Natural Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A Belle Époque natural pearl and diamond ring, the vertically set three stone pearl, accompanied by a Gem and Pearl Laboratory certifica...
Category
Early 1900s Unknown Belle Époque Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Edwardian Marquise Diamond Pearl and Ruby Ring
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian pearl, ruby and diamond ring, the marquise shaped ring set to the centre with a pearl measuring approximately 6mm in diameter, surrounded by calibre-cut rubies set in an...
Category
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Platinum
Cultured Pearl and Diamond Crossover Ring
Located in London, GB
A cultured pearls and diamonds cross-over ring, with one white and one purple cultured pearl diagonally set between curved diamond shoulders, with tapering D-Section shank all in platinum, later hallmarked London, 2012, bearing the Bentley&Skinner sponsor mark, the head measuring approximately 1x1.2cm, gross weight 4.14 grams Finger size L
This ring is in very good condition.
This charming vintage cultured pearl and diamond ring comes from the collection of Bentley & Skinner, the London jewellers by appointment to both Her Majesty the Queen and His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales. It features two pearls, one with a creamy white hue and the other with a nacreous purple hue, set diagonally in a curved diamond set band. The curving lines and delicate pearls give this ring a sense of romanticism and elegance. This piece would make a gorgeous bridal accessory...
Category
2010s British Modern Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Cultured Pearl
GIA Certified 3.07 Carat Square Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A single stone diamond ring, the square emerald-cut diamond weighing 3.07 carats, of E colour VS1 clarity, GIA certificate, four claw-set to a scroll pierced collet, with ribbed shan...
Category
Early 2000s British Modern Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Diamond Half Eternity Ring
Located in London, GB
A diamond half eternity ring, the nine round brilliant-cut diamonds, weighing 0.50 carats in total, claw-set to a platinum mount, gross weight 5.9 g...
Category
2010s British Modern Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Late Victorian Five-Stone Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian five-stone diamond ring, the five old-mine-cut diamonds graduating from the centre and estimated to weigh a total of 5.6 carats, all claw-set with rose-cut diamonds ...
Category
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A Victorian ruby and diamond ring, to the centre a cushion-cut ruby estimated to weigh 0.65 carats, surrounded by four old European-cut...
Category
Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver
Three-Stone Diamond Victorian Style Ring
Located in London, GB
A three-stone diamond Victorian style ring, the central old-mine cut diamond weighing approximately 1 carat, flanked by four rose-cut diamond, all...
Category
1990s British Modern Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Diamond Cross Over Ring
Located in London, GB
A diamond cross over ring, the two round-cut diamonds weighing 0.80 carats in total, set as a cross over design with curved diamond-set shoulde...
Category
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
GCS Certified 1.14 Carat Antique Art Deco Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco diamond ring, the central old European-cut diamond weighing 1.41 carats, accompanied by GCS Report stating to be of K colour SI2 clarity, eight claw set to a platinum collet, five graduated baguette-cut diamonds to either shoulder weighing approximately a total of 0.60 carat, all to a D-section platinum shank, finger size M ½ , head measuring 0.8x1.9 cm, gross weight 4.1 grams, circa 1920.
A gorgeous Art Deco diamond ring. This ring features a lively central diamond set between sculptural platinum shoulders. Each shoulder has five baguette-cut diamonds set to it, adding sophistication and 1920s design to the central stone. This piece comes from the collection of Bentley & Skinner, the London jewellers by appointment to both Her Majesty the Queen and His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales and would make a unique vintage engagement ring...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco ruby and diamond ring, the cushion-shaped ruby weighing 2.76 carats, accompanied by GCS report, stating to be of Burmese origin with no indic...
Category
1930s Art Deco Vintage Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Belle-Époque Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
A Belle-Époque ruby and diamond cluster ring, the central old brilliant-cut diamond weighing approximately 0.25 carat, set to an openwork quatrefoil design cluster surround of calibr...
Category
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Diamond Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique Diamond Rings for Sale on 1stDibs
Even as jewelry trends have come and gone, antique diamond rings are a classic fashion piece.
While solitaire diamond rings are enduringly popular as an engagement ring style, a vintage diamond ring in general — whether it’s a diamond cocktail ring, a diamond three-stone ring or other iteration — makes a fantastic addition to any outfit with a variety of shapes and settings to explore. Statistics show that diamonds are the most common gemstones for engagement rings, preferred by 87 percent of people. And old diamonds have become a gem of choice for millennials — for many jewelry lovers, designs set with diamonds that were cut by hand decades ago are rapidly gaining in popularity.
Thousands of gem cutters worked in the city to process the diamonds that streamed in after the 1867 discovery of the Kimberley Mine, in South Africa. The way they hand cut and shaped the stones was distinctly different from what modern lapidaries do.
“The best old diamonds have high crowns [the top section of the stone] that release a spectrum of colors,” says Guy Burton, bespoke director at the esteemed vintage jeweler Hancocks, in London. “Some really nice Late Victorian gems are chunky, and there were really beautiful Asscher cuts done during the 1930s that display amazing angles a gem cutter would not work in today.” Late Victorian-era diamond rings are considered antique, while an Asscher cut is a step cut that was popularized during the Art Deco era. Other popular Art Deco step cuts include the emerald cut and the baguette cut. (While there are many different gemstone cuts, the main categories of cuts are brilliant, step and mixed.)
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.
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).
Shop an extraordinary collection of antique and vintage diamond rings on 1stDibs. And explore our buying guides for a close look at antique engagement rings, Art Deco engagement rings and vintage engagement rings.
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