$2,120Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire And Ruby Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
💎 We Cover All U.S. Import Taxes USA — No Hidden Fees!💎 Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire And Ruby Ring In very good condition. Total weight is 7.9 grams...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Colored Diamond and Ruby Ring
Located in New York, NY
Colored Diamond and Ruby Ring An octagonal-shaped ring adorned with rubies along the edges, with green and yellow-tinted diamonds Approximate Ruby Weight: 1.60 carats Approximate Di...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$2,373Sale Price|20% Off
Fine Untreated Deep Red Ruby & Diamond Oval 18k Yellow Gold Halo Rubover Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Untreated Deep Red Ruby And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Halo Ring. Stylish modern halo ring featuring a fine natural deep red untreated/unheated ruby with a carat weight of 0.62ct....
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
💎 We Cover All U.S. Import Taxes USA — No Hidden Fees!💎 Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Ring In very good condition. Total weight is 4 grams. Total...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
0.50ct Diamond flower-shaped Cluster Round Diamond Ring set in 18ct White Gold
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
This Beautiful 0.50ct H-SI Cluster Diamond Ring is the ultimate embodiment of timeless glamour, and unsurpassable style. These exquisite jewels feature flower-shaped diamonds resulti...
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Vintage Circa 1970s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
💎 We Cover All U.S. Import Taxes USA — No Hidden Fees!💎 Vintage Circa 1970s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Ring In very good condition. Total weight is 9 grams. Tot...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Edwardian 18K Gold Diamond and Ruby Ring. Cushion & Old European Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 0.20 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Antique Cushion Cut Center Diamond Color: I-J Color Center Diamond Clarity: VS1-SI1 Sec...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold
Round Diamond and Ruby Cluster High Profile Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 6 This bold and brilliant cluster ring features a dramatic arrangement of vivid red rubies and sparkling white diamonds, blooming outward in an eye-catching floral-inspir...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Snake Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
💎 We Cover All U.S. Import Taxes USA — No Hidden Fees!💎 Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Snake Ring In very good condition. Total weight is 6.6 grams. Total...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby and Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 0.80 carat and Diamond 0.43 carat Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 1.2 cm Length: 1.7 cm Ring Size: 54 Total Weight: 3.86 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby and Diamond Fox Head Ring
Located in London, GB
This is an 18ct yellow gold fox head ring. The fox head features an array of brilliant round cut diamonds and rubies playing the part of the foxes eyes and has a plain 18ct yellow go...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold 0.80ct Diamond and Ruby Flower Ring MF03-043026
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This luxury ring is an ideal piece for anyone who appreciates uncommon elegance. The whimsical design is elevated by ribbon-like accents around the perimeter and vibrant inset Ruby g...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
New Made 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire And Ruby Snake Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 15.4 grams. Totally is diamond 0.15 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vs-s1-s2 clarity. Totally is sapphire and ruby 0.38 ct. Ring size is ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1980s Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Cabochon and Diamond Halo Ring, 18k
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Cabochon and Diamond Halo Ring made in 18k Yellow Gold. Circa 1980s. The ruby cabochon is appx. 1.20 carats and there are 12 round brilliant-cut diamonds su...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s Handcrafted 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 6.1 grams. Totally is diamond 0.30 carat. The diamond is has G color and vs clarity. Totally is ruby about 0.90 carat. Ring size is US 7 (We...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 1.70 Carat Thai Ruby Diamond White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 1.70 Carat Thai ruby and 0.70 Carat diamond, 18 karat white gold and platinum set cluster ring; part of our vintage jewelry and estate jewelry...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, Platinum
18k white gold Italian Diamond and Ruby ring in Buccellati style
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
A handmade 18k yellow gold cocktail band ring set with 12 brilliant cut diamonds and an oval cut natural Ruby with original engraving. Total estimated diamond weight is circa 0,50 ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold, Victorian Ruby & Diamond Trilogy Daisy Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Ruby & Diamond Trilogy Ring 18ct Yellow & White Gold Stamped Circa 1880 Introducing an exquisite Victorian ring, crafted in 18ct gold, showcasing a stunning triple daisy cluster ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Certified 1.21 Carat Oval Ruby & Diamond Cluster Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Pasadena, CA
Centering an oval shaped natural ruby weighing approximately 1.21 carats, this ring features tapered baguette and round natural diamonds set in an 18K yellow gold mounting. The ring ...
Precious 2.51ct Ruby and Natural Diamonds Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
This pre-owned big ring is a bold and exquisite creation, crafted in luxurious 18K yellow gold. It features five oval-cut rubies with a combined weight of 0.75ct, complemented by 76 ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.8 grams. Totally is diamond 0.35 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and s1-s2 clarity. Totally is ruby 1.50 ct. Ring size is US 5 We can make ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 18K White Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring, 1.6ct, Italy 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage ring with 18 karat white gold band, one large ruby of 1.4 karats, and brilliant diamonds on the contour for a total of 1.6 carats, Italy 1960s-1970s Ring size US 7.5
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian 1900s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Cabochon Cut Ruby Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.4 grams. Totally is diamond 0.25 ct. The diamond is has H color and s1 clarity. Totally is ruby 0.19 ct. Ring size is US 6.75 We can make a...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Caliber Cut Ruby Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
💎 We Cover All U.S. Import Taxes USA — No Hidden Fees!💎 Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Caliber Cut Ruby Ring In very good condition. Total weight is 3.1 grams. ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 4.1 grams. Totally is diamond 0.20 ct. The diamond is has H-I-J color and s1-s2-s3 clarity. Totally is ruby 0.20 ct. Ring size is US 6 We can ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1960s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Heart Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.2 grams. Totally is diamond about 0.18 carat. The diamond is has H-I color and s1-vs clarity. Totally is ruby about 0.18 carat. Ring size is...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.2 grams. Totally is diamond 0.38 carat. The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs-s1 clarity. Totally is ruby 0.52 carat. Ring size is US 5.4...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Snake Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
💎 We Cover All U.S. Import Taxes USA — No Hidden Fees!💎 Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Snake Ring In very good condition. Total weight is 8.6 gra...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Old Mine Diamond and Ruby Ring
Located in New York, NY
Old Mine Diamond and Ruby Ring A diamond ring featuring an old mine cut diamond, accented with round cut diamonds and four square cut rubies. Approximate Center Old Mine Diamond We...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
C1780 18K Multi- Stone Giardinetti Ring w/ Rubies Emeralds and Diamonds
Located in Baltimore, MD
Late 18th century giardinetti ring, other wise known as "little garden" ring artfully set in silver and 18K gold. Giardinetti rings were first crafted in the 17th century when there ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
18K White Gold Marguerite Ruby & Diamond Flower Ring
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
This exquisite “Marguerite” ring channels timeless floral elegance with a vibrant ruby at its heart, surrounded by a halo of sparkling white diamonds that mimic the petals of a daisy...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
French Belle Epoque Certificated Unheated Burma Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, England
This is the one of the finest ruby rings we have ever seen. The stone, which is a natural un-heated Burma ruby , is very clear and full of fire. The fine diamonds and exquisite workm...
18k Gold
Vintage Ruby and Diamond Dress Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have an excellently crafted dress ring showcasing a bold cluster of rubies and diamonds. Rendered in 18ct white gold, this piece features a single slightly risen ruby at the ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Ruby and Diamond Navette Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a captivating navette ring crafted from a combination of gold and silver. This antique piece features a centralised vertical arrangement of three bright white old mine c...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
C1800 18K Giardinetti "Garden" Ring of Diamonds, Emeralds and Rubies
Located in Baltimore, MD
Rare and wonderful Georgian giardinetti ring, Italian for "little garden", is artfully set in silver with colored stones and 18K gold of diamonds, emeralds and rubies in a garden mo...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Ruby And Emerald Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
💎 We Cover All U.S. Import Taxes USA — No Hidden Fees!💎 Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Ruby And Emerald Ring In very good condition. Total weight is 4.1...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$4,920Sale Price|40% Off
Stunning 4.27ct Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18K Rose Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Behold the majesty of this exquisite cocktail ring, a true testament to masterful artistry and design. At its heart lies a mesmerizing 4.27-carat ruby, its deep red hue symbolic of p...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Natural Burmese Mogok Ruby Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Shanghai, CN
This exceptional ring features a remarkable 3.59 carat natural Burmese ruby, certified by GRS, confirming its prestigious origin and exceptional quality. Sourced from the legendary M...
BUNDA 1.16ct Ruby and 0.30ct Diamond Ring in 18k yellow and white gold
By Ben Bunda
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A BUNDA 'Apus' Ruby Ring made in 18 carat white gold and 18 carat yellow gold set with an oval cut Ruby surrounded by Diamonds. Stamped BUNDA. Characteristics of the round brillian...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.33 Carat Round Cut Cluster 18 Karat White Gold Halo Engagement Diamond Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
This Beautiful 0.33 Carat White Round Cut Diamond Cluster Halo ring is set in 18 Karat White Gold and color H clarity SI1. Ring size UK - M, US - 6 1/2. Available in other carat size...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Baguette Cut Ruby Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 7.1 grams. Totally is diamond 0.10 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vs clarity. Totally is ruby 1.30 ct. Ring size is US 7.25 We can make ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$3,800Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Baguette Cut Diamond And Ruby Strong Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
💎 We Cover All U.S. Import Taxes USA — No Hidden Fees!💎 Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Baguette Cut Diamond And Ruby Strong Ring In very good condition. Total weight is 14....
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby 1 Carat No Heat Diamond Vintage Trilogy 18 Karat Gold Round Oval Cut Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Vintage No Heat Ruby Diamond Trilogy Ring 18ct Gold Certified A beautiful vintage ruby and diamond trilogy ring crafted in 18ct yellow gold, dating to the 1980s and bearing full UK ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Unheated 1.02ct Burma Ruby & Diamond 18k Ring - Vintage, Exquisite!
Located in bangkok, TH
An Exquisite Estate Unheated Burma Ruby and diamond Platinum Ring dating from c.1975 and featuring a gorgeous Unheated ruby from the famed mines of Mogok in Burma. The ruby is an exq...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Edwardian Ruby and Diamond Navette Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a fabulous navette cluster ring from the early 20th century. At its heart lies a striking round faceted ruby possessing a captivating pinky undertone. Surrounding this p...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18K Yellow Gold Square Ruby and Diamond Signet Ring, 1980s, Size 11
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Bold and sophisticated, this 18K yellow gold men's ring features 17 square- and oval-shaped rubies totaling 1.00 carat, arranged in a distinctive combination of channel and bezel set...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elegant 0.23ct Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
A touch of timeless elegance—this refined ring features a single oval ruby totaling 0.17ct in rich red tones, accented by 4 round brilliant natural diamonds totaling 0.06ct (I color,...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Unheated Burma Ruby Oval and White Diamond Ring in 18K Gold and Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous GIA 0.90 ct. unheated Burma ruby oval with good quality white diamond rounds. Handmade in 18k yellow gold and platinum. Ring size 6.5. Comes with GIA certificate for the ...
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Strong Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 8.7 grams. Totally is diamond 1.40 ct. The diamond is has F color and vvs1 clarity. Totally is ruby 1.50 ct. Ring size is US 5.25 We can make...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$2,600Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Cabochon Cut Sapphire Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
💎 We Cover All U.S. Import Taxes USA — No Hidden Fees!💎 Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Cabochon Cut Sapphire Ring In very good condition. Total weight is 7...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1960s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Two Face Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 6.5 grams. Totally is diamond 0.35 carat. The diamond is has F-G color and vvs-vs. Totally is ruby 0.02 carat. Ring size is US 7.5 (We offer ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$4,560Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Cabochon Cut Ruby Strong Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
💎 We Cover All U.S. Import Taxes USA — No Hidden Fees!💎 Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Cabochon Cut Ruby Strong Ring In very good condition. Total weight is 17...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$1,680Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Oval Cut Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
💎 We Cover All U.S. Import Taxes USA — No Hidden Fees!💎 Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Oval Cut Ruby Decorated Ring In very good condition. Total weight is 4.8...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18ct Gold Fancy Ruby & Diamond Daisy Cluster Ring Birmingham Hallmarked 1913
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ruby & Diamond Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Stamped Hallmarked Birmingham 1913 Makers Mark C L This stunning 18ct yellow gold daisy cluster ring exudes timeless elegance. The c...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Circa 1990s 18K Gold Handcrafted Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 1.5 grams. Totally is ruby 0.45 ct. Totally is diamond 0.10 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vs clarity. Ring size is US 6.7 We can make a...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$6,160Sale Price|20% Off
Mozambique 3.91 Carat Natural, Unheated Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18k Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in New York, NY
Apart of our carefully curated collection, this ring proudly displays a 3.91 Mozambique Carat Natural, Unheated Ruby Ring. The ruby's prongs hold the stone tightly but allow it to be...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Lion Head Ruby Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous retro vintage ring features a lion head design crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with a red ruby and round diamonds weighing an estimated 0.14 carats. Made in United S...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Caliber Cut Ruby Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 4.7 grams. Totally is diamond 0.50 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs clarity. Totally is ruby about 0.50 ct. Ring size is US 7.5 We...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Caliber Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 4.3 grams. Totally is diamond 0.15 ct. The diamond is has G color and vvs-vs clarity. Totally is ruby 0.90 ct. Ring size is US 6 (We offer fre...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Top Silver Natural Diamond And Ruby Navette Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
💎 We Cover All U.S. Import Taxes USA — No Hidden Fees!💎 Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Top Silver Natural Diamond And Ruby Navette Ring In very good condition. Total weight is 4.4...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
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.Â
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.Â
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.Â
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.Â
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.Â
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs. Â
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.Â
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.Â
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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