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
Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Multi-Gem Cluster Ring Diamonds Rubis Emeralds
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
A stunning example of late Victorian jewelry design, this 18K yellow gold (750‰) navette-shaped cluster ring showcases a handcrafted rose-cut diamond at its heart (approx. 0.25 ct), ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Ring Diamond Ruby Sapphire solid 18K Gold ØUS8/ 2.5gr
Located in SE
Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with a row of natural Rubies, Diamonds and a natural Blue Sapphire.
Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby, 18k Gold
White Gold Flower Diamond & Ruby Ring
Located in Berlin, BE
Delicate and elegant flower-shaped cluster ring crafted in 18k white gold, featuring fine natural rubies and diamond accents.
Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Flower Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.42 carats with Diamond 0.08 carat Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings Width: 1.1 cm Length: 1.1 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 5.10 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 whe...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Victorian Diamond, Sapphire and Ruby Ring, circa 1890s
Located in London, GB
Three rows of gemstones stud this gorgeous Victorian ring. Five diamonds form the middle row, with five sapphires above and five rubies below. The diamonds are G colour and VS clarit...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Victorian Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Ring, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
An interesting Victorian ring set with two alternating gemstones, one ruby and one sapphire. They are both old cushion cut shapes and weigh 0.50 carat each. Surrounding them are old ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Clover Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.45 carats with Diamond 0.10 carat Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 1.4 cm Length: 1.4 cm Ring Size: 52 Total Weight: 5.63 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 wh...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s 18K Yellow Gold 0.50 Carats Ruby & 0.10ct Diamond Wavy Band Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
A graceful sweep of 1990s design language comes alive in this sculptural 18k yellow gold wavy‑flow ring, centered by a vivid 0.50ct oval ruby glowing with a rich, saturated red hue. ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,276Sale Price|20% Off
New Made 18k Gold Top Silver Natural Old Cut Diamond And Emerald Ruby Snake Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 4.8 grams. Totally is diamond 1.29 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vs1-s1 clarity. Totally is natural ruby 0.55 ct. Totally is natural em...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18 kt White Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in New York, NY
Ruby = 0.67 Carat Diamond = 0.50 Carats Metal: 18K White Gold Ring Size: 7* US *It can be resized
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Nouveau 18k Gold Ruby & Diamond 5-Stone Crossover Ring, Circa, 1890
Located in Altrincham, GB
A charming bezel set Art Nouveau 5-stone ring, set with old cut diamonds and juicy red rubies. Its particularly nice with the crossover shoulders, that swoop over the 5 centre stones...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Mid-Century Natural Red Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Denver, CO
This striking mid-century ballerina ring features a natural oval red ruby weighing approximately 1.30 carats, surrounded by a halo of round and baguette diamonds totaling approximate...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Ruby & Green Garnet 18k Gold Two Snake Ring - Size 6
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The Snake Diamond Ruby & Green Garnet 18k Rose Gold Ring in size 6 is a stunning piece of fine jewelry that exudes elegance and sophistication. This vintage and antique jewelry i...
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Ring natural Ruby Diamonds solid 18K Gold ØUS 6.75 / 3.37gr
Located in SE
Beautiful Vintage Ruby and Diamonds Ring hand-made in Italy ca. 1960s - 1970s. Italian hallmarks, logo of maker, 750. Three natural 4x3 mm x 2.55 mm deep / 0.25 ct each Two natural ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 7.75ct Ruby and Diamond Halo Ring, c.1970
Located in London, GB
This awe inspiring vintage ring features at its center a mesmerizing star ruby. The gem stone is a 7.75 carat cabochon cut stone with an unusual purple-red colour. It is claw set wit...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Intricate 3.20ct Ruby Spiral Ring with Side Diamonds in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Presenting our 18K White Gold Ruby and Diamond Statement Ring – a captivating masterpiece that exudes elegance and extravagance. This resplendent ring is meticulously crafted with pr...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian 0.90 Carat Ruby and Diamond Ring, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the Victorian period is this navette ring featuring a lively red ruby in its centre with old cut diamonds surrounding. The ruby weighs 0.90 carat and is oval in shape....
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$2,144Sale Price|20% Off
Carat Jewellery 6.58ct Glass-Filled Ruby Diamond Halo Ring, 18K Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This ring is a bold statement of luxury and color, featuring a stunning 6.58-carat glass-filled ruby as its centerpiece. The ruby, measuring 12x10mm, boasts a rich, deep crimson colo...
Ruby, Diamond, Enamel, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Nigaam 1.7Cts. Ruby and Diamond Crimson Halo Ring Size 7 in 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This ring features a mesmerizing oval ruby center, surrounded by a halo of sparkling diamonds and flanked by two ruby-encrusted domes.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, Rhodium
Mesmerizing 0.65 carat Ruby Ring with Natural Diamonds in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
This captivating 18K yellow gold ring features a stunning 0.65-carat cushion-cut ruby, surrounded by a halo of 27 round brilliant diamonds totaling 0.81 carats. The ring boasts a vib...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 1.40ct Ruby and Diamond Halo Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
A beautiful cabochon cut ruby features at the centre of this Victorian ring. The ruby weighs 1.40 carat and is surrounded by a halo of old cut diamonds. They weigh a total of 0.55 ca...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
1914 Halo Ring Ruby Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Ø US7 / 2.8gr
Located in SE
Old Halo Ruby and Diamonds Ring once created 111 years ago on the territory of The Grand Duchy of Finland - at that time a part of Russian Empire. Hallmarked with 750, crown of Nicho...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 0.15 Carat Ruby and Diamond Ring, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
Four old cut diamonds surround an old cut ruby in this Victorian ring. The diamonds are 0.15 carat each, matching the 0.15 carat ruby. The diamonds total to 0.60 carat, and are G col...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Edwardian Marquise Shape Portrait Cut Diamond and Ruby Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have gorgeous navette ring taken from the Edwardian period. This refined piece is crafted from 18ct yellow gold and showcases a single marquise shaped portrait-cut diamond wh...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Channel Set 8 Row Ruby Flower-Cut Cocktail Ring with Marquise Diamonds, 18K
Located in New York, NY
An Invisibly Set 8 Row Ruby Flower-Cut Cocktail Ring with Marquise Diamonds made in 18K Yellow Gold. The total weight of the rubies is 8.70 carats and the total diamond weight is 0.5...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
1937 Ring natural Diamond Ruby 18K Yellow Gold Platinum 8.75US / 3.3gr
By GD&Co
Located in SE
Fine cluster Ring decorated with three natural old European Diamond cut Diamonds and four square cut and faceted Rubies in Platinum clusters.
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Victorian Ruby and Diamond Five-Stone Ring, circa 1900s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the Victorian era, this hand made ring is made up of two rubies and three diamonds. The centre old cut diamond weighs 0.35 carat, with the two diamonds at either end w...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Sapphire Ruby Diamond Ring 18K White Gold Retro High Setting Women's Jewelry
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Sapphire Ruby Diamond Ring 18K White Gold Retro High Setting This vintage circa 1950s ring is crafted in solid 18K White Gold. The top is studded with 3mm each natural Sapphires and...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rossella Ugolini 2 Carat Ruby White Diamonds 18K Yellow Gold East West Rings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Oval cut Ruby White Diamonds 18K Yellow Gold East West Cluster Rings.
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Ruby Diamond Ring Cocktail Vintage 4.40 Carats 18k Gold Mid-Century Certified
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
A bold and substantial ruby and diamond cluster ring centred on a 4.40 carat natural ruby, certified by GCS London. The oval-cut ruby displays a saturated, vivid red hue with natura...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,787Sale Price|20% Off
Contemporary 20th Century Diamond, Ruby, and Pearl Gold Ring
Located in MADRID, ES
This contemporary ring from the 20th century is crafted in 18K gold and features Diamonds, a ruby, and a pearl. It has a weight of 10.72 grams and is sized 21/61. The Diamonds ar...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 0.40 Carat Diamond and Ruby Cocktail Ring, circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
A 0.40 carat diamond is surrounded by a halo of marquise cut rubies. The diamond is graded as I colour and VS2 clarity. The rubies total to 1.20 carat, and have a deep red colour. Al...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Edwardian 0.60ct Diamond and Ruby Target Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the Edwardian era, this unique target style ring features a stunning display of old cut diamonds and baguette cut rubies. At its centre sits a trio of diamonds sat ver...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Burma no heat Ruby, Antique 18K Gold & Platinum Ruby Marguerite Ring
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
This antique marguerite ring is crafted in 18K gold with a platinum-topped setting and features a vibrant 1.33-carat unheated Burmese ruby at its center. The ruby’s rich color is com...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 1.35ct Diamond and Ruby Target Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
A rare and stunningly beautiful piece, this target ring dates to the Edwardian period. At its centre sits a 1.35 carat old cut diamond. The diamond is rub over set with milgrain deta...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Ruby Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
This elegant 18k yellow gold ring is set with lovely oval cut ruby and sapphire that weighs 1.85ct and 1.71ct respectively. The sapphire and ruby are accentuated by sparkling baguett...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Princess Cut Ruby & Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Princess Cut Ruby And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring. A fine ring with a classic design typical of Van Cleef & Arpels, set with a beautiful arrangement...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$15,190Sale Price|30% Off
GRS Certified 2.53 Carat Mozambique Ruby Diamond Ring in 18K Gold Vivid Red
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Introducing our stunning Mozambique Ruby and Diamond Ring, a masterpiece of contemporary design and exquisite craftsmanship. At the heart of this ring lies a captivating 2.53 carat M...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian 2.30ct Diamond and Ruby Target Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
A stunning 2.30 carat old cushion cut diamond is enveloped in a ring of rubies in this beautiful Edwardian target ring. The central diamond is of good quality with colour of F to G a...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 0.50 Carat Marquise Cut Diamond and Ruby Navette Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have exquisite cluster ring dating back to the early stages of the 20th century. At its heart lies a striking marquise-cut diamond, expertly bezel set to catch the light. Thi...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Old European Cut Diamond, Garnet 18K Yellow Gold Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and timeless, this beautiful antique diamond cluster ring centers a rich ruby red garnet gemstone, flanked by two fine Old European cut diamonds, 4.5mm by 4.5mm by 3mm each, ...
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique German Ring natural 0.7ct Ruby Diamonds solid 18K Gold ØUS 7.25 / 3.6gr
Located in SE
Old German Ruby and Diamonds Ring hand - made in ca. 1920s- 1930s. Metal is solid 18 Yellow Gold , hallmarked 750. Openwork crown measures 20 mm x 11 mm x 4 mm deep. All stones have ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage Ruby and Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring, centering a Diamond weighing approx. 0.17 Carat surrounded by Rubies, approx. 1.36tcw.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
ILIANA 18ct Yellow Gold Ring Set with Ruby and Natural Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Crafted in warm 18ct yellow gold, this charming vintage-style ring features a vibrant oval-cut ruby at its center, accented by delicate natural diamonds arranged in a halo design. ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Minimal Mosaic Diamond Ruby Square Stacking Ring in 18K Yellow Gold Settings
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Minimal mosaic diamond ruby square stacking ring in 18K gold which perfectly goes with your personality. Lightweight and gorgeous, this is a perfect bridesmaid, wedding gift for anyo...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late Deco 1.00ct Ruby and Diamond Halo Ring, c.1930s
Located in London, GB
A vivid red Burmese ruby takes centre stage in this Late Deco halo ring. The 1.00 carat old cut ruby is completely natural and unheated making it a highly prized gem. Complementing t...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Edwardian 1.00 Carat Total Diamond and Ruby Ring, circa 1910s
Located in London, GB
A lovely old cut diamond is encircled by two halos, one of rubies and one of diamonds. The centre diamond is 0.20 carat, and is rub over set. It is graded as F to G colour and VS cla...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Sparkling Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
This beautiful ring in 18 karat white gold is set with an oval-shaped ruby of 2.65 carats in a bright red. The charming entourage consists of 12 marquise-shaped, 4 heart-shaped, and...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Ring natural Ruby Diamond Emerald solid 18K Gold ØUS 6.25 / 1.15 gr
Located in SE
Art Nouveau period European Ring made ca. early 1900s with twisted band in 18K Yellow Gold decorated with three bezel set gems. Natural old European cut Red Ruby Ø 3 mm x 1.7 mm dee...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage All Seeing Eye Ring Ruby Diamonds solid 18K Gold ØUS7 / 2.3 gr.
Located in SE
All Seeing Eye Ring with chained shoulders featuring fancy Marquise cut natural Ruby 5.5mm x 2.75 mm /ca 0.2ct and Six eight- cut Diamonds Ø 1mm /0.005ct each, all enclosed inside a ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
1.30 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold with Gem Report
Located in Pasadena, CA
Centering on an oval shaped ruby weighing approximately 1.30 carats, this ring is surrounded by round and baguette diamonds that create a bright and elegant cluster design.
18k Gold
2.15 cts of Ruby and 0.62 cts of White diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This elegant cocktail ring showcases a vibrant flower cluster of 7 round rubies, totaling 2.15 carats, exuding a rich red brilliance.
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby and Old Cut Diamonds Antique 18 Karat Gold Ring
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This elegant antique ring, crafted in 1911, is a fine example of Edwardian jewelry design, featuring a classic three-stone arrangement set in rich 18-karat yellow gold. The ring show...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold
Seven Row-Patterned Ruby and Diamond Ring, 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
A Seven Row-Patterned Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold. The diamond weight is 1.47 carats, and the weight of the rubies is 1.97 carats. Total Weight: 11.38 grams. Ring S...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,008Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco 1930-1935 Diamond and Ruby Gold Ring
Located in MADRID, ES
This ring features an Art Deco design from the 1930-1935 era, crafted in 18K gold and adorned with antique-cut Diamonds and a central synthetic Ruby. It has a weight of 5.53 grams an...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, Edwardian Ruby, Diamond and Pearl Daisy Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Daisy Ring 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum Circa 1910 Introducing an exquisite 18ct yellow gold and platinum Edwardian daisy ring, a true testament to craftsmanship and e...
Ruby, Pearl, Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage 1.66 Carat Diamond Ruby Cocktail Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Unusual 18K Yellow gold Cluster Ring centered with a Sparkling Old Mine cut Diamond weighing 1.66 carat, graded K color with SI clarity.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Halo Ring 2.5ct Ruby 0.5ctw Diamonds 18K Gold Silver Ø5.25US /4.8 gr
Located in SE
Halo Ring from ca .1920s -1930s with Ruby and 13 rose cut Diamonds. Not hallmarked, tested 18K. Crown with Silver /or White Gold top on solid 18K Yellow Gold measures Ø 14 mm x 6 mm...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
1905 Antique Ring Ruby Diamonds solid 18K Gold Platinum ØUS 8.7.5 / 3 gr
Located in SE
A Ring with openwork crown arranged with 19 care cut Rubies and 5 natural Diamonds in Platinum clusters.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
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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