Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Top Silver Natural Diamond And Ruby Navette Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 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
$1,360Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Estate Natural Diamond And Oval Cut Ruby Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Estate Natural Diamond And Oval Cut Ruby Ring In very good condition. Total weight is 3.7 grams. Totally is diamond 0.40 ct. The diamond is has G color ...
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold
Opal, Diamond & Ruby Domed Cluster Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This enchanting opal, diamond, and ruby ring bursts with color and texture, creating a dazzling display of artistry and light. At its heart, luminous opals shimmer with flashes of pa...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby, Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.0 carat and Pink Sapphire 0.67 carat with Ruby 0.78 carat, Pink Sapphire .71 carat and Diamond 0.14 carat Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings Width: 1.3 cm Length: 1.6 cm Ri...
Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$2,480Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Navette Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 8.5 grams. Totally is diamond 0.35 ct. The diamond is has G color and vvs1-vs1 clarity. Totally is ruby 6.75 We can make any size. The box is...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$7,300Sale Price|20% Off
New Handmade 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Big Strong Snake Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Our own production. Total weight is 14.9 grams solid 18K gold... The Snake head Diamonds have rose cut and are totally 1.34 carat... The Snake heads Diamond...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Natural No Heat Madagascar Ruby 1.55ct Cluster Ring with Diamonds in Gold
Located in Berlin, BE
Elegant cluster ring set in gold, centered with a natural unheated ruby from Madagascar weighing 1.55 carats. The ruby shows a vivid and attractive red tone with strong presence. Su...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Contemporary 18K Vivid Red Emerald Cut Ruby And Diamond Geometric Cocktail Ring
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A bold contemporary cocktail ring crafted in 18 karat white gold and centered with approximately 2.40 carats total weight of natural vivid red emerald-cut rubies, arranged in a stri...
Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,544Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Caliber Cut Ruby Navette Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
💎 We Cover All U.S. Import Taxes USA — No Hidden Fees!💎 Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Caliber Cut Ruby Navette Ring In very good condition. Total weight is 2.8...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$2,000Sale Price|20% Off
New Made 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Sapphire Emerald Horse Shoe Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
💎 We Cover All U.S. Import Taxes USA — No Hidden Fees!💎 New Made 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Sapphire Emerald Horse Shoe Ring In very good condition. Total weight is 4.8 gr...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Victorian Ruby Four-Stone and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a gorgeous cluster ring taken from the Victorian period. This antique piece has been crafted from 18ct yellow gold and features a striking arrangement of vibrant pinky r...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Tablet Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a fabulous Art Deco tablet ring. This 18ct yellow gold piece features a rectangular face adorned with vibrant pinky red rubies. These striking stones are meticulously se...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby with Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.01 carats with Diamond 0.15 carat Ring in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 1.1 cm Length: 1.1 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 3.26 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when i...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Beautiful 0.45ct Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, and Diamonds Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
This captivating piece of jewelry is crafted from 18K yellow gold, offering a radiant and luxurious feel. It features an enchanting combination of three round brilliant rubies, total...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,264Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Circa 1920s 18k Gold Natural Cabochon Ruby And Rose Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 2.8 grams. Totally is diamond 0.06 carat. Totally is ruby 1.13 carat. Ring size is US 7. We can make any size. Acid tested to be 18k real gold...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Luminous 0.70 carat Ruby and Natural Diamond Halo Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
This exquisite 18k yellow gold halo ring showcases a captivating ruby as its centerpiece. Surrounding the ruby are twelve sparkling diamonds in J color and VS clarity, enhancing the ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emeralds, Diamonds, Blue Sapphires, Rubies 18 Karat White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Marcianise, CE
Beautiful retro ring in 18k white gold, mounted with 3 emeralds - a big one in the centre and two on the sides- surrounded by spots of rubies and blue sapphires embedded in a white ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby, Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 0.30 carat, Blue Sapphire 0.86 carat and Diamond 1.23 carats Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings Width: 1.3 cm Length: 1.3 cm Ring Size: 54 Total Weight: 5.80 grams "We first...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$21,520Sale Price|20% Off
2.04 Carat Natural, Mozambique Ruby and Diamond Classic Ring Set in 18k Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in New York, NY
Apart of our carefully curated collection, this ring proudly displays a 2.04 carat Natural Mozambique ruby crowning a 18k Gold band. The ruby's prongs hold the stone tightly but al...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Tablet Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a striking Art Deco ring featuring alternating rows of vibrant red rubies and sparkling old mine cut diamonds. The rubies are set in a rectangular cluster and possess a sligh...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,872Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Art Deco 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Caliber Cut Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 3.6 grams. Totally is diamond 0.50 ct. The diamond is has G color and vvs1-vs1 clarity. Totally is ruby 0.47 ct. Ring size is US 7 We can make...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$2,059Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1970s 18k Gold Natural Caliber Cut Ruby And Diamond Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 6.5 grams. Totally is diamond 0.18 ct. The diamond is has H color and s1-s2 clarity. Totally is ruby 1.15 ct. Ring size is US 8 We can make an...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$2,152Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Pear Cut Ruby And Natural Diamond Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 6.3 grams. Totally is diamond 0.75 ct. Totally is ruby 0.60 ct. The diamond has G-H color and vs1-s1 clarity. Ring size is US 6.25 We can make...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$4,446Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Old Cut Diamond And Cabochon Ruby Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 12.5 grams. Totally is diamond 1.80 carat. The diamond is has H-I color and vs-s1-s2-Pique1 clarity. Totally is ruby 0.80 carat. Ring size i...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
ARAYIAN Unheated Mozambique Oval Ruby and Diamond Halo Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Khet Bang Rak, 10
Unheated Ruby – 1.66 carats Diamond – 1.85 carats Gold – 7.25 grams A perfect 1.66 -carat ruby engagement ring, set with a halo of round diamonds. Ideal as a gift for someone speci...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,059Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Pear Cut Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.2 grams. Totally is diamond 0.50 ct. The diamond is has G color and vvs clarity. Totally is ruby 0.40 ct. Ring size is US 7 We can make any...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$3,088Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Oval Cut Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 9.4 grams. Totally is diamond 1.20 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vs-s1 clarity. Totally is ruby 0.90 ct. Ring size is US 7 We can make ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$1,544Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Oval Cut Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 4.4 grams. Totally is diamond 0.35 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vs clarity. Totally is ruby 0.60 ct. Ring size is US 7 We can make any...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$2,948Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Baguette Cut Ruby Navette Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 8.1 grams. Totally is diamond 0.65 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vvs clarity. Totally is ruby 0.75 ct. Ring size is US 7.5 We can make...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Blue Sapphire with Diamond and Cabochon Ruby Ring set in 18K Gold Setting
Located in Bangkok, TH
Blue Sapphire 9.46 carats with Diamond 0.57 carat and Cabochon Ruby 0.75 carat Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 2.0 cm Length: 2.0 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 13.81 grams ...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
$7,920Sale Price|20% Off
2.26 Carat Natural, Burma Ruby and Diamond Halo Ring Set in 18k Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in New York, NY
Apart of our carefully curated collection, this ring proudly displays a 2.26 carat Burma ruby crowning a 18k Gold band. The ruby's prongs hold the stone tightly but allow it to be s...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Target Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a exquisite Art Deco cluster ring featuring a centralised old European cut diamond. This bright white stone is surrounded by a halo of square-cut rubies with their deep ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$2,433Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Circa 1930s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Baguette Cut Ruby Tank Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 10.6 grams. Totally is diamond 0.15 ct. The diamond is has F-G color and vvs-vs clarity. Ring size is US 8.5 We can make any size. Please cont...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$1,778Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Top Silver Natural Diamond And Ruby Navette Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 3.6 grams. Diamond is totally 0.85 ct. The diamond is has H color and vs-s1-s2 clarity. Totally is ruby 0.40 carat. Ring size is US 7.2 We ca...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Three stone White Diamond Ruby Halo RIng in 18k Gold
Located in New York, NY
Experience timeless elegance with this exquisitely crafted halo ring, designed to captivate with its refined aesthetics and flawless detailing. At the center, a radiant round ruby (0...
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
0.6 Carat Round Brilliant Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18K Rose Gold
Located in London, England
This Fabulous ring features a Regal Round Brilliant Ruby weighing 0.6 carats surrounded by a cushion of Glittering Halo Diamonds and set in 18k Rose Gold. Studded along the Rose Gold...
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
Victorian Ruby and Diamond Double Heart Ring
Located in London, GB
Condition: Used (Very Good) Weight: 3.4 grams Size: K (50) Band Width: 3mm Face Dimensions: 15mm x 15mm Ruby Dimensions: 2 (4mm x 3.5mm) Rose Cut Diamond Dimensions: 24 (2mm-1mm) Tes...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Oval Ruby and Diamond Double Halo 18K Yellow & White Gold Octagonal Dress Ring
Located in London, GB
This ruby and diamond cocktail ring has a softly defined octagonal shape, giving it a bit more presence than a traditional cluster. At the centre, an oval ruby of vivid pinkish-red ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 4.02 carats with Diamond 0.16 carat Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings Width: 1.6 cm Length: 1.6 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 7.61 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 whe...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$8,000Sale Price|20% Off
2.57 Carat Pink Pear Shaped Ruby and Emerald Ring in Diamond Band and 18k Gold
By Zahira Fine Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
This ring design focuses on mixed gem shapes and vivid colors. The three stones were designed to float on your finger. The 2.57ct pear shaped pinkish red ruby is a natural heated rub...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Georgian Circa 1780 18K Gold Silver Ruby Diamond Urn Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Magnificent Georgian period Urn ring set with natural untreated Ruby and Diamond, possibly Burma, in 18 KT and silver Elaborate scroll work with the Urn in the middle beautifully ado...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
$1,760Sale Price|20% Off
IGI 0.82 Carat Ruby Diamond Ring in 18K Rose Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Crafted with the utmost elegance, this enchanting ring is a true testament to timeless design and luxury. The ring features a magnificent ruby, weighing 0.82 carats, at its center—a ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Striking Red Ruby and White Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
This vintage-style ring makes a big impression thanks to its unique design by the Haruni family. It boasts a sensational oval ruby in a vivid purplish red colour at its centre, with ...
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Timeless Elegance: Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Wailea, HI
Timeless Elegance: Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold Indulge in classic sophistication with this stunning ruby and diamond ring, set in luxurious 18K yellow gold. 💎 Centerpie...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Beautiful 18K White Gold Ring with 1.47 ct Natural Rubies and Diamonds NGI Cert.
Located in רמת גן, IL
A beautiful ring with a dazzling 1.15 carat marquise natural ruby. It has 0.32 carat of side diamonds which add more to its elegance. The jewelry is made of 18k white gold with a hig...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Ring Ruby Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ring Ø 7.5US / 2.3 gr
Located in SE
Vintage ca 1960s -1970s European ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with claw set diamond cut natural Red Ruby and six diamond cut Diamonds set into faceted clusters .
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Star Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Star Ruby 3.51 carats with Diamond 0.03 carat Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings Width: 1.8 cm Length: 0.5 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 4.83 grams "We first opened doors in 198...
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 6.95Ct Burmese Ruby and 4.80Ct Diamond, 18k Yellow Gold Ring Circa 1950
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning vintage 6.95 carat Cabochon Burmese ruby and 4.80 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold, platinum set cluster ring; part of our diverse collection of Burmese rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Bombe Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have an outstanding ruby and diamond bombe ring crafted at a time when the Art Deco style was at the height of design. A concave domed shaped face plays host a stunning ensem...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
French Belle Époque 18K Gold Platinum Burmese Ruby Diamond Ring, 1.66ct
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
A beautiful French Belle Époque cluster ring, crafted in 18K gold and platinum and dating to the circa 1900 period.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Star Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming cluster ring handcrafted during the pinnacle of the Art Deco movement. The face of the piece showcases a curvaceous open star design with intertwining milgrai...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Oscar Heyman Bros Ruby and Diamond Floral Ring
Located in New York, NY
Oscar Heyman Bros Ruby and Diamond Floral Ring Description: A beautifully sculpted ring by Oscar Heyman Bros, crafted in 18K yellow gold and designed in a floral motif of alternatin...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Diamond and Ruby Flower Ring, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
This characterful, vintage flower ring, features a central diamond surrounded by oval cut rubies. The transitional cut diamond weighs 0.20 carat with a colour of G and clarity of VS....
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Classical 1.02 Carat Ruby and Diamond Pretty Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
A classical combination of 1.02 carats of vivid red ruby and 0.52 carat of pear shape brilliant white diamond sits prettily on the finger. The details of the ring are mentioned belo...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
IGI Certified 2.84ct Rubies and Diamonds in 18k White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
IGI Certified 2.84ct Rubies and Diamonds Ring in 18k White Gold A stunning blend of vivid color and high brilliance, this 18K white gold ring showcases 3 richly hued purplish red ov...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mellerio Dits Meller Diamond Ruby 18k White & Yellow Gold Bespoke Ring
By Mellerio dits Meller
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Amazing Bespoke Ring by Mellerio Dits Meller Features 18k White Gold and Yellow Gold in Intricate Filigree Detailing Includes Asymmetrical White Gold Domed Plaque with Alternating Di...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian 0.28ct Diamond & 0.24ct Ruby Cocktail Ring, 18k Gold, 1905
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Edwardian 0.28 carat diamond, 0.24 carat ruby cocktail ring in 18 karat yellow gold; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This i...
Ruby, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Ruby Sapphire and Diamond Three Row Ring
Located in London, GB
This is an Edwardian 18ct yellow gold three row ring. The ring features 5 rubies, 5 diamonds and 5 sapphires, each of which graduate in size to the centre. All of the stones are old ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,241Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Ruby Decorated Strong Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 13.3 grams. Totally is diamond about 2.38 ct. The diamond is has G color and vvs-vs-s1. Totally is ruby 5.51 ct. Ring size is US 7 We can make...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Estate 18K Yellow Gold Marquise Ruby & Diamond Basketweave Cocktail Band Ring
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A richly textured estate band with unmistakable presence, this striking ring is crafted in luminous 18 karat yellow gold and showcases a bold, sculptural design. Alternating rows of ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow 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.
Ancient Egyptians referred to the vibrant stone as the “gem of the sun.”
There are many ways to showcase a diamond, from traditional prongs to a smooth, streamlined bezel. Here’s everything you need to consider.
The vintage bombé ring is bursting with color and timeless style.
Zircon is a magnificent and underrated natural gemstone that has been worn and adored for centuries.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
If diamonds don’t seem right, what about a magnificent sapphire, ruby or emerald?
Accounting for just 1 percent of all diamonds, these marvels of nature are exceedingly rare and gorgeously complex.
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.