Antique Emerald 2.05 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Marquise Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Condition This stunning antique marquise ring is fine quality set with impressive emeralds and very well color matched, very high color graded old cut diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Designer Oval Cut Emerald and Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS :- > Material - 18K Solid White Gold > Gemstone - Emerald > Gemstone Weight - 0.95 ct > Gemstone pcs - 1 > Gemstone shape - Oval > Gemstone size - 7 x 5 mm > Diamond...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Hancocks 1.12ct Colombian Emerald & French Cut Diamond Halo Ring
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
The handcrafted ring is centred on a 1.12ct octagonal step cut Colombian emerald, bezel set in 18ct yellow gold and within a halo of calibrated French cut diamonds, in a platinum bez...
White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
$6,950 / item
18 K white Gold Pave Diamond Emerald Band Ring
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
A sophisticated band ring crafted in 18 K white Gold, featuring 27 round Emeralds weighing 1.20 ct and 288 round brilliant cut Diamonds weighing 2.60 ct, H color, si clarity in a ref...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Modern Toi Et Moi Diamond and Emerald Ring in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Modern Toi Et Moi Diamond and Emerald Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural emerald of 0.85 carat and 1.21 carats of diamond.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Octagon Cut Emerald and Diamond Stackable Ring, Gift for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Minimalist emerald and diamond ring in 18K Gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your creativity.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$13,000Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Emerald cut Ruby (No Heat) and Pear cut White Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Mozambique Ruby (No Heat) - 2.09 ct Natural White diamonds- 1.84 ct Made in 18K Gold HYT Jewelry is a Fine Diamond and Gemstone Jewelry company with offices worldwide.
White Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,840Sale Price|20% Off
Set in 18K Gold, Colombian Emerald, Slice Diamonds & Diamonds Cocktail Dome Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, one of a kind, Emerald Cocktail Dome Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
3.03 CTW Diamond and Emerald Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Diamond and Emerald Cocktail Ring Set in 18K Gold featuring natural emerald of 3.03 carats and diamonds of 0.65 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Big Floral Oval Cut Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS :- > Material - 18K Solid Yellow Gold > Gemstone - Emerald > Gemstone Weight - 0.78 ct > Gemstone pcs - 1 > Gemstone shape - Oval > Gemstone size - 7 x 5 mm > Diamon...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$5,500 / item
1.27 Carat Emerald Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring is crafted from 18-karat white gold. It is hand set in 1.27 carats emerald & .45 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,480Sale Price|20% Off
1.27 Carat Zambian Emerald and 0.54 Carat Diamond Wedding 14K White Gold Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
14K white gold halo ring featuring a 1.27 carat emerald cut Zambian emerald framed by 0.54 carat natural diamonds with baguette accents.
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
$3,067Sale Price / item|20% Off
Pear Emerald Multi Diamonds Bypass Ring 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Pear Emerald Multi Diamonds Bypass Ring 18k White Gold features pear cut emerald set in the ends of the ring with multi cut diamonds set on the band.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,785Sale Price|20% Off
0.95 Ct Zambian Emerald 0.90 Ct Emerald Cut Diamond 14k White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pieces. Spectrum Jewels is proudly rated as a Top Seller on 1stdibs with 5 star customer reviews. All ...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 14k Gold
GIA Half Emerald Cut and Half Round Diamond Eternity Band Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful and very different 6.40 ct. HI VVS2-SI2 white diamond emerald cut and round diamond eternity band.
Diamond, White Gold
No-oil Russian Emerald 18 Karat Gold Diamond Engagement Fashion Ring
By Tsarina Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classic 0.42 ct Emerald White Gold Ring accented with natural 0.51 ct total weight Diamonds G-H color and VVS1 clarity.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage Style Emerald and Diamond Engagement Ring for Her in 18k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS :- > Material - 18K Solid Yellow Gold > Gemstone - Emerald > Gemstone Weight - 0.49 ct > Gemstone pcs - 2 > Gemstone shape - Round > Gemstone size - 4 mm > Diamond ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 0.65ct Emerald and Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
A vivid Columbian emerald is flanked by a pair of old cut diamonds in this stunning Art Deco ring.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Diana M. Platinum and 18 kt yellow gold emerald diamond ring featuring 13.50em
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Platinum and 18 kt yellow gold emerald diamond ring featuring a 13.50 ct cushion cut emerald with 2 half moon diamonds on each side totaling 1.69 cts tw (certified).
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$1,750Sale Price|20% Off
0.87 Carat Zambian Emerald and 0.58 Carat Diamond 14K White Gold Halo Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
14K white gold halo ring featuring a 0.87 carat natural Zambian emerald framed by 0.58 carat natural diamonds with baguette accents.
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Ring with emerald up to 4.00ct and brilliant cut diamonds up to 1.70ct 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold entourage ring set with an emerald up to 4.00 ct and a brilliant-cut diamond of 1.70 ct - G/H - VS/SI - ring size US 8 - EU 18.25 (57) Detailed description The top o...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
11.75 ctw 21st Century Emerald & Diamond 18K White Gold Ring
Located in Tysons, VA
Elegant 21st Century 18k White Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring. This striking ring is crafted in 18k white gold.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Modern White and Tahiti Pearl Diamond Garnet Emerald Designer 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
From the mysterious birth of a pearl to the painstaking care in harvesting, sorting and matching, the creation of pearl jewelry requires the utmost technical skill and artistry at ev...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Emerald, Garnet, 18k Gold, Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Emerald and Sapphire Ring
Located in New York, NY
Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Condition: Excellent Ring Size: 6.5 Gemstone: Diamond, Sapphire & Emerald( COLOMBIAN) Emerald Weight: 1.5 CT Emerald Color: green, Very translucent Baguette Cu...
Victorian 4.3 Cttw. Natural Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Ring Size 7 In 18K/SS
Located in New York, NY
Step into the world of timeless elegance with the Victorian 4.3 Cttw. Emerald, Sapphire, and Diamond Split Shank Ring — a fusion of artistry and sophistication in 18k Gold and black ...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
$3,014Sale Price|20% Off
Classic Emerald Diamond White 14K Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Gold 18K Ring White Diamond 2-0,22 ct Emerald 1-1,32 ct Weight 1,99 grams Size 6.5 US It is our honour to create fine jewelry, and it’s for that reason that we choose to only ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
$2,639Sale Price|20% Off
1.02 Carat Emerald Cut Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo Ring in 14K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Crafted for everyday luxury and special occasions, this emerald and diamond ring is perfect as an engagement ring, anniversary gift, bridal jewelry, or statement cocktail ring.
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
GIA Cert. 5.49 Emerald Platinum Yellow Gold Ring White Diamonds F/VVS Ring
By AENEA Jewellery
Located in Salzburg, Salzburg
Zambian Emerald (minor treatment/oil): 5.49Cts/1Pcs White Diamonds:2.37Cts/184Pcs F/VVS Platinum 950 Ring Size: 53 European For further information please contact us!
White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Semi Gemstone and Emerald Cocktail Ring with Diamonds in 18k Solid Rose Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Semi Precious Gemstone and Emerald Cocktail Ring in 18K Rose Gold featuring natural gemstones of 9.18 carats and diamonds of 1.13 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$55,000 / item
8.70 Carat Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This stunning ring is crafted from 18-karat yellow gold. It is hand set in 8.70 carats emerald & 2.40 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Men's 18k White Gold Ring with 5ct Colombian Emerald & 12 Diamonds
Located in Berlin, BE
The emerald is framed by 12 natural diamonds, each weighing approximately 0.10 ct.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,009Sale Price / item|20% Off
Toi et Moi Heart and Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Toi et Moi Heart and Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring 18 Karat White Gold Designed with two distinct diamond shapes—a heart-shaped diamond symbolizing love and an emerald-cut diam...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian 13.6 Cttw. Natural Emerald, Opal and Diamond Ring Size 7 In 18K/SS
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Victorian Emerald, Opal, and Diamond Split Shank Floral Cocktail Ring, a statement piece that embodies the opulence and timeless charm of the Victorian era.
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
No-oil Russian Emerald 18 Karat Gold Diamond Engagement Fashion Ring
By Tsarina Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classic 0.48 ct Emerald White Gold Ring accented with natural 0.32 ctw Diamonds G-H color and VVS1 clarity.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold
18kt Yellow Gold Ring 6.75ct Minor Emerald Colombia, Triangle Diamonds CGL
Located in Antwerp, BE
18kt yellow gold Ring 6.75ct Minor Emerald Colombia, Triangle Diamonds, CGL Golden ring with large emerald and triangle diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$23,500 / item
4.80 Carat Emerald Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Composition Total Weight :- 10.60 gm 18k Yellow Gold Weight :- 8.96 gm Diamond Weight :- 3.40 ct.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Certified Ct 19, 60 of Zambia Emerald and Diamonds on Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Gorgeous big cabochon emerald in set on ring in 18k gold ,with natural diamonds 141 pieces in round brilliant cut ct 4,60 F/VS and Zambia emerald cabochon cut ct 15 .
Diamond, 18k Gold
Beauvince Danya Ring (6.83 cts Emerald & Diamonds) in Gold
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
With a crown jewel structure and a mix of colors and shapes, the Danya ring is unique, sweet and attractive. Gemstones Type: Emerald Gemstones Shape: Pear Shape Gemstones Weight: 5...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
18K White gold Emerald Cut Diamond invisible with Sapphire Ring
By La Fleur Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Sapphire use 2.35 ct, Emerald cut Diamond 0.75 ct H VS quality,Beside diamond 0.53 ct H Vs quality .The total diamond weight is 1.28 ct .The setting made in 18k White gold size 12.5
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
2.66Ct Zambian Emerald Baguette Diamond Chevron Ring 18k White Gold Wedding Ring
Located in Diera, AE
A 1.05 Ct pear-cut Zambian emerald crowns a dramatic triple-chevron architectural ring, with a princess-cut diamond at the base point and three channel-set baguette diamond bands car...
Emerald, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 0.85ct Colombian Emerald and 2.05ct Old Cut Diamond Three Stone Set Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
A striking 0.85ct emerald and 2.05 old cut diamonds three stone gypsy ring, centred with a Colombian emerald-cut emerald weighing 0.85ct set flush into the gold between two old cut ...
Emerald, Diamond, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.38 Emerald and 0.27 Carat Diamonds in 18 Karat Gold Wedding Band Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Top: 5 mm Band Width: 2.4 mm Metal: 18K White Gold Size: 6-8 ( Please message Us for your Size ) Hallmarks: 750 Total Weight: 4.6 Grams Center Stone: 0.27 CT Colombian Emerald Side ...
Emerald
$13,271Sale Price / item|20% Off
All Tariff Paid Emerald Cut Emerald Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
All Tariff Paid Emerald Cut Emerald Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 18k White Gold Featuring a vibrant emerald-cut green emerald gemstone, this statement ring is perfectly framed by a h...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.50 Ct F/VS1 Radiant Diamond Tiger Claw 4-Prong Ring In 18K Gold
By Rich Jewels
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This striking ring features a GIA Certified 2.50 carat Radiant Cut diamond, graded F color and VS1 clarity, selected for its exceptional brilliance and crisp faceting. The radiant cu...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18kt. White Gold Ring Brilliant, Emerald, Baguette Invisible Cut Diamonds 1.07ct
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
Magnificant 18 kt. White Gold Ring With Brilliant, Emerald, Baguette Cut Invisible Set Diamonds together 1.07 ct.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,560Sale Price|20% Off
1.71 Carat Emerald Cut Zambian Emerald Ring 0.35 Ct. SI/H Diamond 14k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 14-karat gold, these exquisite ring is handset with 1.71 carats Zambian emerald and 0.35 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Handcrafted 18K Gold Colombian Emerald Ring, 6.00ct with Diamonds
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
It is believed to provide mental clarity and protection from negativity, acting as a powerful magnet for prosperity and new beginnings. Ring come in 18k gold with Natural Colombian ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
7 Carat Emerald Band Timeless Brilliance Signature Eternity Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Jon Favreau · Many of Hollywood’s most replayed scenes feature an almost incidental glimpse of a emerald cut diamond with controlled emerald green brilliance; this 7 ct rose gold eme...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$5,120 / item
18kt Solid White Gold Art Deco Emerald Diamond Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Emerald And Diamond Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural emerald of 1.38 carats and diamonds of 1.18 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Leto Lama IGI Certified 1.3 Ct Emerald Butterfly Cocktail Ring with Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Handmade and One of A Kind IGI Certified 1.35 Ct Emerald from Zambia in Emerald Cut Minor Oil Ring Weight: 4.7 grams Butterfly Dimensions: Width 2.6 x Height 1.46 cm Band Width: 3...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
5.04ct Emerald Cut Diamond Statement Ring in 18K Gold, Modern Design
Located in Edina, MN
5.04 CT Emerald Cut Diamond Statement Ring in 18K Gold Make an unforgettable impression with this breathtaking diamond ring, designed to showcase timeless elegance and exceptional b...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Deco 0.80ct Emerald and Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the Art Deco era, this trilogy ring features a central emerald flanked by sparkling old cut diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum, 18k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian 0.65 Carat Emerald and Diamond Three Stone Ring, circa 1910s
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous Carre cut diamond is central to this trilogy ring, flanked by two old cut diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Substantial 18K White Gold Emerald Bypass Ring with Diamonds
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS :- Material - 18K Solid White Gold Gemstone - Emerald Gemstone Weight - 0.7 ct Stone Shape - Oval Gemstone Pcs - 1 Stone Size - 5 x 4 mm Diamond Weight - 0.6 ct Dia...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
$1,575Sale Price|25% Off
New Made 18k Gold Natural Emerald Cut Diamond Decorated Solitaire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
Import Taxes USA — No Hidden Fees!💎 New Made 18k Gold Natural Emerald Cut Diamond Decorated Solitaire Ring In very good condition.
Diamond, 18k Gold
18k White Gold Heart Dome Ring 8.51 Carat Natural Emerald and Diamonds Grs Cert
Located in רמת גן, IL
It comes with GRS certificate and a fancy jewelry box. 1 emerald main stone of 6.5 carat cut: heart sku: C-SR-WG-178346 online verification: GRS2023-028171 112 diamonds side stone...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,957Sale Price|23% Off
Sapphire, Ruby, Diamond and Emerald Tapered Templar Ring in 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
Sapphire, Ruby, Diamond & Emerald Tapered Templar Ring in 18 Carat Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 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.
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