Emerald Cut Diamond Knot Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold by Ohliguer, 0.50ct
Located in Brisbane, AU
Glamorously bold and unabashedly seductive. This showstopper ring features a glorious bezel set emerald cut diamond, embraced by fine golden ropes.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
18K Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring, 4.75ct Emerald, 0.66ct
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made Ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features an emerald and diamond gemstone.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s 18ct White Gold Emerald Cut Diamond Set Buckle/Belt Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Set with a magnificent emerald cut diamond in the centre, this ring is beautifully accented with sparkling diamonds around the edge, adding a touch of timeless elegance to its design.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.60ct Colombian green emerald engagement ring 18ct white gold.
Located in London, GB
Solitaire chunky engagement ring in 18ct white gold with green emerald gemstone.
Emerald, White Gold
GIA 1.50 Ct D Color VVS1 Emerald Cut Diamond Men’s East-West Ring 18K White Gold
By Nikabell fine Jewels
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
This refined men’s ring features a GIA Certified 1.50 carat Emerald Cut diamond, graded D color and VVS1 clarity, selected for its exceptional purity and crisp step-cut facets. Set i...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.25 CT Diamond Multi Stone 18 KT Yellow Gold Sapphire Emerald Ruby Signet Ring
Located in London, GB
Multi Stone Ring includes 0.25 Carat Round White Diamond as well as Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Orange Sapphire / Citrine, Emerald, Star Sapphire, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire / Citrine and Garne...
Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire,...
Victorian Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a beautiful ring dating back to the late Victorian era. The ring is crafted in 18ct yellow gold and features two triangular cut emeralds and four old cut diamonds in the...
Emerald, 18k Gold
Forget Me Knot Emerald Cut Diamond 0.80ct ring with knots in 18ct Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
Glamorously bold and unabashedly seductive. This showstopper ring features a glorious bezel set emerald cut diamond, embraced by fine golden ropes.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Sculptural Knot Ring in 18ct Gold with 1ct FSI Emerald Cut Diamond, Ohliguer
Located in Brisbane, AU
Glamorously bold and unabashedly seductive. This showstopper ring features a glorious bezel set emerald cut diamond, embraced by fine golden ropes.
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
$4,620Sale Price|30% Off
IGI 18k 2.21 Ct Emerald&Tsavorite Antique Art Deco Style Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
**IGI 18K White Gold 2.21 ct Emerald&Tsavorites Antique Art Deco Style Engagement Ring** This ring features a 2.21 ct natural Emerald with an intense luster that is IGI-certifi...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Baguettes and Rounds Diamond Ring Halfway 3.50 Ct.
By Belfiore Jewelry
Located in Great Neck, NY
Halfway Baguette and Round diamond ring set in an illusion to create the look of emerald cut stones. The total weight of the ring is 3.52 carats. The color of the stones are F, the c...
Diamond, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 1.30 Ct Minor Oil Emerald & Trillion Diamond 3-Stone Ring in 18K
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
GIA-certified 1.30-carat natural minor oil emerald and trillion cut diamond 3-stone ring in 18 karat solid yellow gold. The emerald center stone features excellent clarity, transpare...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
AIG Certified 4.40 Ct Natural Diamonds 2.35 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive Emerald and Diamonds ring , in contemporary design, so refined and sophisticated style.Elevate your style and adds a touch of charm and class. Magnificent ring come in ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 4.40 Ct Natural Diamonds 2.35 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive Emerald and Diamonds ring , in contemporary design, so refined and sophisticated style.Elevate your style and adds a touch of charm and class. Magnificent ring come in ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$2,640Sale Price / item|20% Off
Emerald Cut 23.45 Ct Exclusive Blue Topaz Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Emerald Cut 23.45 Ct Exclusive Blue Topaz Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural blue topaz of 23.45 carats and diamonds of 0.66 carats.
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1982 18ct Yellow Gold ADORE Amethyst, Diamond, Opal, Ruby & Emerald Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
This fabulous acrostic ring features enchanting Amethyst, dazzling Diamond, opulent Opal, ravishing Ruby, and exquisite Emerald gemstones, each meticulously set into a lovely yellow ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ct 15.64 Aquamarine and Diamonds 18 Kt Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Cattolica, IT
A beautiful and sparkling color combination of white and blue stones. This cocktail ring has a very fine manufacture and it is a unique piece. The Aquamarine has a very balanced colo...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Condition: Used (Very Good) Total Weight: 4.1 grams Ring Size: M (53) - Resizable Band Width: 2mm - 1.2mm Face Dimensions: 17mm x 12mm Emerald Weight: Approx. 1.15ct Total Diamond We...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Colour: G-H, Clarity: VS-SI Tested As: 18ct Gold Box: The Vintage Jeweller Ring Box Comments: This emerald possesses a slight chip.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
IGI 5.25 Ct Green Emerald GIA 1.00 Ct Half Moon Diamonds 18K White Gold
Located in Roma, IT
A magnificent Italian-made three-stone ring, distinguished by exceptional craftsmanship and a striking combination of color, brilliance, and beautifully balanced proportions. At its...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, Edwardian Aquamarine, Diamond and Pearl Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Aquamarine Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Circa 1910 An exceptional antique aquamarine ring dating to circa 1910, featuring a magnificent large emerald-cut aquamarine in a...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Platinum
Alien Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold with Emerald Eyes & Diamonds Towards the Stars
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in London, GB
Sybarite "Alien" Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold with Emerald Eyes & White Diamonds Towards the Stars Collection Daringly imaginative and exquisitely crafted, the "Alien" Ring from Sybarite...
White Diamond, Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Green Diamond and Pink Diamond 2.47 ct Contemporary Cocktail Ring in 18K Gold
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A refined expression of exceptional rarity, this remarkable ring is centered around a captivating cushion-cut natural fancy yellow-green diamond of extraordinary beauty. The striking...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold
Natural Green Emerald & Diamond Ring 18ct White Gold Three Stone Size L.5 / 6
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A lovely 18ct white gold ring with a vivid green natural emerald and accented with two natural diamonds on the sides.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Classic Emerald Cut Natural Emerald and Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
By Tsarina Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classic 18k White Gold Ring featuring 0.96 ct Russian Emerald surrounded by White Diamonds totaling 0.35 ctw.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
5.18 ct Emerald Cut Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond 3 Stone Engagement Ring GIA 18k
By SCARSELLI
Located in New York, NY
GIA certified VS1 natural fancy vivid yellow natural diamond 5.18 carat engagement ring. Emerald cut 3 Stone engagement ring with fancy vivid yellow diamond GIA 5.18 ct VS1 center st...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
$3,286Sale Price|20% Off
Pear & Emerald Cut Natural Diamond Double Floral Ring in 18K White Gold 1.65 Ct
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite ring is handset with 1.65 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive piec...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$17,281Sale Price|20% Off
18 Karat White Gold Ladies Ring with 2.81 ct. Natural Sapphire and diamonds
Located in Braintree, GB
18kt white gold ladies ring with natural Corundum sapphire with diamonds. Circa 2000's Dimensions - Weight : 14 grams Finger Size (UK) = M (US) = 6 1/2 (EU) = 52 1/2 Size : 2.7 x 2...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emerald and Diamond Ring in 18K Gold, 1.30ct Emerald, India, New
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made Ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features an emerald & diamond gemstone.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
18K White Gold 13.10ct Unheated Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Ring
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
This spectacular 18K white gold engagement ring showcases a magnificent 11.89-carat cushion-cut natural Ceylon blue sapphire. Completely unheated and untreated, this 100% natural gem...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage gold ring with diamonds and emeralds, London, UK.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Vintage gold ring with diamonds and emeralds, London, UK. The ring is crafted from 18-karat yellow gold (0.750 fineness).
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Cocktail Style Diamond and Multi-Sapphire Eternity Band Ring 6.46 Ct in 18K Gold
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Cocktail Style Diamond and Multi-Sapphire Eternity Band Ring 6.46 Ct in 18K Gold 18 Karat Gold 6.46 Carat Diamond and Multi-Sapphire Eternity Cocktail Ring is a refined statement of...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
0.59 Ct SI/H Emerald Cut Diamond Open Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Certified 0.59Ct SI/H Emerald Cut Diamond Two Stone Open Ring 18K Yellow Gold Featuring two brilliant emerald-cut diamonds gracefully set on a sleek 18K gold bypass band. This ring s...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Insane Vintage 18ct White Gold Aquamarine and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Insane Vintage 18ct White Gold Aquamarine and Diamond Cocktail Ring the most outstanding chunky aquamarine stone with the most wonderful diamond shoulders! perfect statement ring! ...
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold
Pink sapphire and diamond solitaire engagement ring 18ct white gold
Located in London, GB
Pink sapphire and diamond solitaire engagement ring 18ct white gold 1.50ct Pink sapphire and diamond double band engagement ring in 18ct white gold.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Emerald and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
Condition: Used (Very Good) Total Weight: 10.0 grams Ring Size: K (50) - Resizable Face Width: 10.5mm Band Width: 4.5mm Emerald Weight: Approx. 0.70ct Total Diamond Weight: Approx. 0...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
5.5 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald and Diamond Ring 18 Karat Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
A classic, Cocktail ring 5.5 Carat Emerald and Diamond Ring, Estate. 18 Karat White Gold 12 Gm Diamonds: approximate 1.5 Carat Emerald: 5.5 ct Color: Deep Green, Transparent ex...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
6-Stone Ring with 3 Marquise Diamonds & 3Pear Shape Emeralds in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous Emerald and Diamond ring is set in 18ct Yellow Gold setting.
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
1.44 Ct Natural Diamond Emerald Cut Engagement & Contour Band Set 18K White Gold
Located in Deira, AE
A great bridal set isn't two rings that happen to be sold together — it's two rings engineered to disappear into one another. This pairing does exactly that. The engagement ring hold...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum Stamped 1970s 3 Stone Emerald & Diamond Trilogy Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
The ring is crafted in 18ct yellow gold and features a natural emerald centre and two natural diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 18ct White Gold 1920’s Art Deco Rectangular Onyx Diamond & Emerald Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Onyx Ring 18ct White Gold Tested Circa 1920’s This stunning Art Deco onyx ring is a true antique beauty.
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diana M. 5.00 Ct Emerald Cut Diamond Wedding Band in 18 Kt White Gold
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
5.00 Ct Emerald Cut Diamond Wedding Band in 18 Kt White Gold, 21 Stones Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 years.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
18K White Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring, 0.85ct Emerald, 0.38ct
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made Ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features an emerald gemstone set with a diamond.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum, Edwardian Amethyst and Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Amethyst Ring 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum Tested Circa 1910 This stunning Edwardian-era ring features an exquisite emerald-cut amethyst set in a platinum open work setting.
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18 Karat Gold Hand-Hammered Solitaire Gents Ring with 1.02 Ct Emerald Cut Center
By Sebastian Bernard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Hand hammered Solitaire Ring is made in 18K Yellow Gold and hosts an EGL certified 1.02 Ct Emerald Cut natural diamond channel set in its center.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Contemporary 1.34ct Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This beautiful contemporary cluster ring centres around a vibrant oval cut emerald. The intense green stone sits at 1.34 carat and is surrounded by a collection of baguette cut and r...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Emerald and Old Cut Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Condition: Used (Very Good) Weight: 2.0 grams Ring Size: I 1/2 (48) - Resizable Face Dimensions: 19mm x 8mm Band Width: 1mm Emerald Dimensions: 1 (3mm), 2 (2.5mm) Total Diamond Weigh...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cushion cut Green Diamond and Pink Diamond 4.69 ct Contemporary Ring in 18K Gold
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This masterfully crafted 18K gold statement ring centers on a rare GIA Certified cushion-cut natural Green Diamond. The central stone displays a soft, refreshing verdant hue, meticul...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Emerald and Diamond Three-Row Ring
Located in London, GB
Flanking the emeralds is a single row of chunky old mine-cut diamonds above and below, meticulously arranged to enhance the ring's visual appeal.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.70 Ct Natural Ruby & 0.75 Ct Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 0.70 Ct Natural Ruby & 0.75 Ct Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring prong set 18 K White Gold: 4.2 gram Stamped 18K Ring Size ( can be altered for no charg...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,780Sale Price|30% Off
GIA 18K 1.93 Ct Unheated Green Blue Sapphire&Diamonds Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*GIA 18K 1.93 Ct Natural Unheated Green Blue Sapphire&Diamonds Engagement Ring* GIA-certified natural unheated green blue Sapphire weighing 1.93 ct set on the 18K white gold ban...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Gold, White Gold, 18k ...
Antique Ring natural 0.6 ct Emerald solid 18K Yellow Gold Ø7.25US / 2.9 gr
Located in SE
A Ring with band in solid 18K Yellow Gold with open work crown decorated with 4 hearts featuring claw set natural bright Green Emerald 6 mm x 4 mm x 3mm deep / ca. 0.6 ct with open b...
Emerald, 18k Gold
Vintage 18ct White Gold Aquamarine & Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Braintree, GB
A vintage aquamarine and diamond cluster ring, circa 1970. Set in stamped 18ct white gold and centred with a natural emerald-cut aquamarine, surrounded by two rows of round brilliant...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emerald cut Unheated Mozambique Ruby 3 ct Art Deco Cocktail Ring in 18K Gold
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Featuring a bold, multi-row layout of exceptional baguette and emerald-cut rubies from Mozambique (untreated), its architectural design is softened by radiant diamond accents shaped ...
White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
AIG Certified 3.00 Carat Zambian Emerald GIA Certified 1.00 Ct 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive Emerald and Diamonds ring, in a contemporary and elegant design, so refined and glamour. Adorn yourself and add a touch of charm and sophistication on your look. Stunnin...
Emerald, 18k Gold
Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Dress Ring
Located in London, GB
Condition: Used (Very Good) Weight: 9.7 grams Ring Size: N (54) - Resizable Band Width: 1.5mm Face Dimensions: 20mm x 10mm Total Emerald Weight: Approx. 2.50ct Total Diamond Weight: ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold Ring with 1.07Ct. Tsavorite and Diamonds 1.10 Ct. (Size 6.50)
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
18k White Gold Ring with 1.07Ct. Tsavorite and Diamonds 1.10 Ct.
Diamond, Tsavorite, White Gold
Antique 18ct White Gold & Platinum, 1920s Peridot and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Peridot Ring 18ct White Gold & Platinum Circa 1910 Step back in time with this stunning 1920s rectangular cluster ring, featuring a magnificent peridot centre stone t...
Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Victorian Emerald and Diamond Double Heart Ring
Located in London, GB
Colour: J, Clarity: SI Remaining Emerald Dimensions: 12 (1.5mm) Rose Cut Diamond Dimensions: 15 (1.5mm - 1mm) Tested As: 18ct Gold & Silver Box: The Vintage Jeweller Ring Box
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$4,800Sale Price|40% Off
IGI 18K 6.73 Ct Natural Fanta Garnet&Diamonds Antique Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*IGI 18K 6.73 Ct Natural Fanta Garnet&Diamonds Antique Engagement Ring* An IGI-certified natural vivid Fanta Garnet weighing 6.73 ct set on an 18K white gold the luxury design b...
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
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