14K White Gold 1.30ct Diamond Ring MF12-011526
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Three rows of diamonds line each shoulder, bringing light into the band.
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold 1.30ct Diamond Ring MF12-011526
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Three rows of diamonds line each shoulder, bringing light into the band.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Multi-Row 14 Karat Yellow Gold Floral Motif Wide Band Ring Modern
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Elegant and distinctive, this Diamond Multi-Row Floral Motif Wide Band Ring is beautifully crafted in 14 Karat Yellow Gold and showcases 81 round brilliant cut diamonds totaling appr...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
From $2,454 / item
14 Karat White Gold Natural SI/H Diamond Triple Row Wide Band Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
14 Karat White Gold Natural SI/H Diamond Triple Row Wide Band Ring features three rows band ring. top row has a marquise and round cut diamond studded in gaping, second row has pave ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold Black Diamond Eternity Wedding Band Ring
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Gorgeous 14K white gold three-row eternity band featuring striking black diamonds paired with sparkling white diamonds.
Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold 3 Row Ruby & Diamond Band Ring Size 5.75-6 #21773
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold 3 Row Ruby and Diamond Ring Size 5.75-6 JAGi Certified- This vibrant ring features a distinctive checkerboard style design with three rows of alternating 22 nat...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold 1.14ct Diamond Woven Ring MF09-063026
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
An eye-catching woven ring in 14K yellow gold, featuring three interlocking diagonal rows of channel-set round diamonds totaling 1.14 ct in an open lattice pattern.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage Diamond Wave White Gold Band Ring 14K
Located in beverly hills, CA
This beautiful band features three rows of eighteen round brilliant-cut diamonds, totaling fifty-four diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Ruby Diamond 18 karat Gold Three Eternity Rings
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A gorgeous set of three stackable full alliance ruby and diamond eternity rings. The center ring is a 14 karat gold eternity ring set with a row of calibrated rubies and the other tw...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Diamond & Emerald 14K Yellow Gold Snake Statement Ring
Located in Towson, MD
This vintage snake ring coils in three sinuous rows of 14 karat yellow gold, its head set with a sparkling round brilliant diamond and flanked by two vibrant emeralds. Snake ring des...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Le Vian Pavé Diamond Crossover Multi-Row Band Ring in 14 Karat Rose Gold
By Le Vian
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Crafted in lustrous 14 karat rose gold, this ring features three sleek rows of rose gold that embody modern sophistication.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$12,780Sale Price / item|20% Off
2.46ct Baguette & Round Cut Pavé Diamond 3 Row Half Eternity Ring 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Contemporary luxury meets timeless elegance in this stunning three-row half eternity ring featuring baguette and round cut diamonds. The center row showcases pristine baguette cuts c...
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18...
Vintage 14K Gold and Diamond Ring, mid 20th Century
Located in Stockholm, SE
A vintage ring in 14 karat gold with a sculptural, domed top. The surface is built in three layered rows of textured, overlapping elements, resembling a stylised pine cone. Each laye...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Cat’s Eye and Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A distinctive vintage ring crafted in 14 karat gold, centered with a round cabochon cat’s eye gemstone weighing approximately 2.70 carats. The stone displays a soft golden-yellow hue...
Diamond, Cat’s Eye, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Men’s Retro 14K Gold 0.54tcw Diamond Ring Geometric Wave Design
Located in Miami, FL
The distinctive sculptural design features three horizontal rows of 21 channel-set round diamonds (1.65 mm each) framed by two bezel-set round diamonds (2.5 mm each) on either side, ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Multi Row Round and Pavé Diamond Wide Band Ring in Polished 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The ring features a captivating three-row design, with the center row showcasing six channel-set round diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$3,199Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Diamond Multi Row Wrap Ring 18K Yellow Gold 2.15 Ct Mixed Shape Diamond
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
A striking interpretation of modern fine jewelry, this multi-row wrap ring showcases an artistic arrangement of natural diamonds in a bold open design.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold 7/8 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring Band
Located in New York, NY
The cluster ring has three rows of 24 round-cut diamonds set in lustrous 14k white gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
3 Carat Round & Baguette Diamond 14K Gold Mens Cluster Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Ring Size 11, adjustable. Product Specifications: Item Type: Mens Diamond Cluster Statement Ring Diamond Origin: Natural Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Size: 11 (adjustable) Ring Face: 18.5...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate Yellow and White Princess-Cut Diamond 14K Gold Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A bold and beautifully constructed diamond statement ring crafted in polished 14K white gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Ruby and Diamond Bypass 14k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in beverly hills, CA
An elegant 14 karat yellow gold bypass ring comprised of graceful open teardrops each terminating in two oval cut rubies trailing a row of three round brilliant white diamonds. Each ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold 3.61ctw Round Brilliant Diamond White Pavé Dome Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k Yellow Gold 3.61ctw Round Brilliant Diamond White Pavé Dome Ring Style: 14k Yellow Gold Round Brilliant Diamond White Pavé Dome Cocktail Ring Material: 14k Yellow Gold Diamond D...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mark Broumand 1.35 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Three-Sided Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous diamond wedding band is set with 1.35ct of round brilliant cut diamonds graded at E-F, VS1-VS2. It features larger diamonds on top flanked by one row of smaller round d...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,180Sale Price / item|20% Off
Thin Dome 3 Row Round Cut Pavé Diamond Wedding Band Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Refined brilliance takes center stage in this exquisite wedding band, where timeless pavé artistry meets sculpted curves. The dome-shaped silhouette is adorned with three rows of met...
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18...
Genuine H/Si White Diamond Ring Solid 14k Rose Gold Jewelry Ruby Gemstone Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
Details:- Item Code :- RIMJOS-751 Material - 14K Solid Rose Gold Diamond Weight - 0.88 Carat Gemstone Weight - 7.86 Carat Gross Weight - 7.74 Grams Net Weight - 5.99 Grams Layout: A...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
14k Two-Tone Gold 1.46ctw Round Brilliant Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k Two-Tone Gold 1.46ctw Round Brilliant Diamond Cluster Ring Style: 14k Two-Tone Gold Round Brilliant Diamond Cluster Ring Material: 14k White Gold and Yellow Gold (Two-Tone) Diam...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold 7/8 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring Band
Located in New York, NY
The cluster ring has three rows of 24 round-cut diamonds set in lustrous 14k white gold.
White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
14K White Gold Double Stacked Diamond Ring, 0.28ctw, Unisex, USA
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat White Gold Double Stacked Diamond Ring. The ring features two rows of single-cut round diamonds, seven each row for a total of fourteen diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Le Vian Multi-Row Ruby and Diamond Wide Band Ring with Flowers in 14 Karat Gold
By Le Vian
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 5 This stunning squared cocktail ring from Le Vian exudes a captivating allure with its exquisite design and luxurious gemstones. Crafted in gleaming white gold, the cent...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Black & White Diamond Round & Baguette Cut Squared Off Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14K Yellow Gold Black & White Diamond Round & Baguette Cut Squared Off Ring Style: Multi-Row Diamond Band Ring Material: 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Details: There are approxi...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.75cttw Pave Set Round Cut Diamond Band Ring 14k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Modern ladies three row band ring crafted in 14k white gold. This ring features round brilliant cut diamonds encrusted in pave setting.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14k White Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring, Circa 1990, 0.60ct
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage ring, circa 1990, takes the classic alternating-stone band and gives it a vivid twist, trading an all-diamond row for a rhythm of ruby and diamond in cool white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$777Sale Price|20% Off
14K White Gold Pear Cut Green Emerald & Round Diamond Bypass Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
The gemstone is gracefully cradled by a dual-band design one arm consists of a sleek, polished 14K white gold strand, while the other is adorned with three rows of shimmering pave-se...
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
$777Sale Price|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold Pear Cut Green Emerald & Round Diamond Bypass Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
The gemstone is gracefully cradled by a dual-band design one arm consists of a sleek, polished 14K yellow gold strand, while the other is adorned with three rows of shimmering pave-s...
Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
14K White Gold Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, 1.60 Carats, 1990s
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Elegant and sophisticated, this 14K white gold three-row ring showcases a refined combination of diamonds and sapphires in a distinctive geometric design.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
$8,760Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.20 Carat Oval Diamond 14K White Gold Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
This stunning engagement ring features a 1.20 Carat Oval shape diaomnd GIA certificate 6381721732. This perfectly shaped Oval is G in color and VVS1 in clarity. A row of brilliant ro...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Pave Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Full Eternity Band Stack Ring Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
Radiate timeless luxury with this solid 14k yellow gold full eternity ring. Encrusted with multiple rows of glittering natural H/SI diamonds, this domed pave band delivers an intense...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Solid 14k Rose Gold Band Genuine White Diamond Emerald Gemstone Eternity Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
Multi-Row Band: The wide, flat band is set with three rows of sparkling, tightly packed princess-cut diamonds in an invisible or channel style setting.
Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
14K White Gold Opal Cabochon & 6 ct Diamond Bezel Cocktail Ring Size 9
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Metal: 14K White Gold Weight: 21 grams Dimensions of Plaque = 33 mm x 26 mm Ring Size: 9 Center Stone: Natural Opal (oval cabochon, strong play-of-color) Appx 18 mm long x 11 mm wide...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Heart Clover Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
The ring features three pearls in the center with an outer row of old cut diamonds surrounding the pearls.
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.10 Carat Asscher Natural Diamond Halo Engagement Ring, 14k Rose Gold
Located in New Delhi, DL
An Asscher-cut natural diamond forms the centre of this 14k rose gold engagement ring, framed by a single halo of round natural diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Garnet Diamond Cocktail Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
The ring also features three diamond rows on the shoulders, with 12 diamonds on each side.
Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Gold
4.00 Carat Pear & Marquise Natural Diamond Statement Ring, 14k White Gold
Located in New Delhi, DL
This wide statement ring combines pear-cut and marquise-cut natural diamonds in a sculptural three-row openwork composition.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Contemporary 14K White Gold Ring with 2.00ct Sapphire & Diamonds
Located in AMSTELVEEN, NH
A white gold ring with diamonds and three oval cut sapphires is a striking piece of jewelry that exudes elegance and sophistication. The three oval sapphires are beautifully arranged...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Retro Wide Band Ring with Eighteen Round Diamonds
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This sophisticated 14K yellow gold wide band ring showcases an elegant curved design, featuring diagonal rows of three flush-set diamonds that add a subtle sparkle.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.99 Carats Total Three Stone Radiant Diamond Engagement Ring in 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This elegant engagement ring showcases timeless brilliance with a radiant-cut diamond at the center, flanked by two matching radiant-cut diamonds on each side. The centerpiece gently...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold Opal Cabochon & 6 ct Diamond Bezel Cocktail Ring Size 9
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Metal: 14K White Gold Weight: 21 grams Dimensions of Plaque = 33 mm x 26 mm Ring Size: 9 Center Stone: Natural Opal (oval cabochon, strong play-of-color) Appx 18 mm long x 11 mm wide...
Opal, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
USA Flag Ruby Sapphire Diamond Pave 14K Gold Men Signet Statement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
14K yellow gold men's statement signet ring features the American flag rendered in pave-set round rubies, blue sapphires, and diamonds across a 23x18mm rectangular face, with a galle...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Emerald Gemstone Solid 14k Rose Gold H/Si White Diamond Ring Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
This is an emerald and diamond scalloped wide-band statement ring, combining a multi-row mosaic aesthetic with fluid, wavy geometry.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Natural Diamond Eternity Broad Band Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
All our jewelry pieces are certified by a third-party laboratory such as IGI, HRD, IDGL, GIN, or SGL. Crafted in 14k solid gold, this wide band ring is set with rows of natural roun...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Square Grid Men's Natural Diamond Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
★MATERIALS★ Stone- Natural Diamond Shape - Round Carat- 1.16 ct Color: FGH Clarity: SI ★THE METAL★ 14K Solid Gold Available in Rose / Yellow / White Gold ★HIGHLIGHTS★ -Cluster of...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Rose Gold Diamond Pavé & Pink Sapphire Eye Coiled Serpent Ring 0.44Ct
Located in Jaipur, IN
Ancient Power, Modern Brilliance — Diamond Pavé Coiled Serpent Ring with Pink Sapphire Eyes in 14K Rose Gold Details:- Item Code :- RIMJOS-733 Material - 14K Solid Rose Gold Diamond...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
3.97 Carat Oval-Cut Natural Ruby & Diamond Band Ring, 14k White Gold
Located in New Delhi, DL
Two parallel rows of round natural diamonds frame the rubies along the upper and lower edges, creating a structured three-row composition.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Pear Teardrop Shape Purple Violet Amethyst Diamond Halo 14K Gold Multiband Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
The band is composed of three rows, adding a unique layered effect. 14K Yellow & White Gold. 0.30 CTW Diamonds. 9.22 Cts Purple Amethyst.
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Oval Emerald Gemstone Solid 14k Yellow Gold H/Si White Diamond Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
Band & Shank: The ring tapers into a wide, substantial shank encrusted with three parallel rows of pavé-set diamonds extending down the shoulders.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Split Shank Rectangle Emerald Cut Blue Aquamarine 14K White Gold Diamond Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This exceptional setting features a halo of diamond accents that curves gently around the cushion Aquamarine for a distinctive look. Two rows of diamonds sparkle on the contemporary ...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Pear Cut 1.38Ct Natural Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring 14K White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Pear Cut 1.38Ct Natural Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring 14K White Gold Jewelry This ring featuring three beautifully crafted rows of pear-cut diamonds arranged in a cascading formati...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.55Cttw Round Cut Diamond Ladies Square Cocktail Ring 14K Yellow Gold Size 7.5
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous diamond ladies cocktail ring exceptionally showcases prong set round brilliant cut diamonds in a unique three row shank.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.98 Carat Round Natural Diamond Double Halo Engagement Ring, 14k White Gold
Located in New Delhi, DL
The shoulders form a distinctive three-row split design: a pavé-set white gold diamond row runs through the center, bordered above and below by polished beaded yellow gold rows.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1.90 Carat Solitaire Double Halo Natural Diamond Bridal Ring, 14k Yellow Gold
Located in New Delhi, DL
The shoulders open into a multi-row split shank, with three diamond-set rows separated by polished gold spaces before joining into the solid band, giving the ring a layered geometric...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,288Sale Price / item|20% Off
Marquise 2.57 Carat Diamond Cluster Wide Cocktail Band Ring 14k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Marquise 2.57 Carat Diamond Cluster Wide Cocktail Band Ring 14k White Gold This ring features three rows of marquise cut diamonds set in a clustered way making a wide band.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
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.
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 rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
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 rings, vintage 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.
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