No Heat 25.13 Carats Champagne Sapphire Diamond 18K Halo Cabochon Ring
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
Absolutely gorgeous, and very rare 23.13 ct. No heat champagne sapphire cabochon cushion, with good quality round, cut white diamonds G color VS-SI in clarity weighing approx. 2.00 c...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
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
Antique gold ring with emerald and diamonds, 1930s
Located in Chorzów, PL
A vintage, elongated Art Deco ring with emerald and diamonds. The ring is set with an oval, faceted emerald weighing approximately 1.90 ct and 30 brilliant-cut diamonds totaling app...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
Oval and Pear shape Color Diamonds 3.65 ct Contemporary Ring in 18K Gold
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Make a statement with this breathtaking floral-inspired masterpiece. Crafted in warm gold, it features a captivating duet of oval-cut Natural Fancy Color Diamonds, canary yellow and ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Emerald and Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful 18ct yellow gold emerald and diamond ring. The ring features three 'emerald' cut emeralds, the largest of which sits in the centre.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold
8.81 Ct Prussian Blue Sapphire and Diamond Eternity Band Ring in 18K White Gold
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
8.81 Ct Prussian Blue Sapphire and Diamond Eternity Band Ring in 18K White Gold This impressive Prussian blue sapphire and side diamond band is breathtaking.
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
18ct Gold 1950s Emerald Cut Amethyst Brilliant Cut Diamond Snake Fraternity Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
The ring features a stunning emerald-cut amethyst stone in the centre, flanked by two brilliant-cut diamonds on either side.
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Colombian Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
The piece is finished with an 18ct yellow gold split shank. Condition: Used (Very Good) Weight: 1.7 grams Ring Size: K (50) Emerald Dimensions: 6mm Total Diamond Weight: Approx. 0....
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Ruby Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Condition: Used (Very Good) Weight: 5.6 grams Face Dimensions: 18mm x 16mm Ruby Dimensions: 8 (3mm) Emerald Dimensions: 7mm x 5mm (approx. 0.85ct) Total Diamond Weight: Approx. 0.49c...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
$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
Yellow Gold and Platinum Daisy Ring with Emerald and Diamonds
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
Resizing is available upon request. Ring size: FR 50 / US 5 Period: Second half of the 20th century Style: Floral / Daisy motif Materials: 18K yellow gold, platinum 950‰, emerald...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Platinum
0.26 ct Round Brilliant Cut Argyle Pink Diamond and White Diamond 18K Gold Ring
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A beautiful ring set with rare Argyle pink diamonds complimented with white diamonds made in 18K Gold. Argyle Pink Diamond - 0.26 cts White diamond - 0.15 cts 18k Gold HYT Jewelry ...
White Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k 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 charge ) ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.06ct Blush Pink Tourmaline and Diamond Ring in 18ct Rose Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
A blush pink tourmaline commands attention from within an intricate petal basket, captured by OHLIGUER'S iconic eagle-style talons. Brilliant white diamonds line the shoulders inte...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Emerald and 1.33 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 0.57 carat natural emerald and 1.33 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold, platinum set cocktail ring; part of our diverse range of emerald jewelry.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18 Karat White Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
18 Karat White Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring White gold ring with a stunning emerald center and a unique pattern of the side diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
The ring features nine central old cut diamonds in a cluster formation and surrounded by calibre cut emeralds and rose cut diamonds in an oval shaped 18ct white gold setting.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sparkling 18K White Gold Ring with 0.86 ct Natural Diamonds- IGI Certificate
Located in רמת גן, IL
A beautiful classic engagement ring with a dazzling 0.86 carat emerald cut natural diamond.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gaetano Chiavetta 8.50ct Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have wonderful emerald and diamond ring from master antique jeweller, Gaetano Chiavetta.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
0.30 Ct Fine Natural Ruby & 2 Ct Finest Diamond 18 Kt White Gold Flower Ring
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite 18 Karat Gold Ring, which showcases a stunning 0.30 Carat natural Ruby alongside 2 Carats of brilliant cut and Pear shape diamonds set in lustrous white gol...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian 0.60ct Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
Gemstone: Emerald Stone Shape: Emerald Cut Carat Weight: 0.60 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold Age: 1880s Size: L
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18ct Two Colour Gold, Aquamarine & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Aquamarine Cocktail Ring 18ct Gold Stamped 750 Circa 2000s Elevate your jewellery collection with this exquisite vintage cocktail ring, showcasing an impressive emerald-c...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Ruby Emerald Sapphire and Diamond Clover Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderfully unique stacking ring. This vintage piece has been crafted from a warm 18ct yellow gold with three rings combining to form one.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.2 Ct Blue Sapphire 0.38 Ct Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
3.20Ct Round Blue Sapphire 0.38Ct Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 18k White Gold This masterpiece features a rich round-cut sapphire at its heart, surrounded by a stunning halo of roun...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Plaque Ring
Located in London, GB
Condition: Used (Very Good) Weight: 3.9 grams Ring Size: L (52) Band Width: 1mm Face Dimensions: 17.5mm x 11mm Emerald Dimensions: 6mm x 6mm Principle Old Cut Diamond Weight: Approx....
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Leto Lama Colombian Emerald Cigar Ring Band GIA 1.48 Cts Emeralds and Diamonds
Located in London, GB
This could also be an alternative engagement ring for a woman that loves statement rings and emeralds. 18 Ct Yellow Gold Weight: 9.6 Grams Band Width: 1.7 cm - 1 cm Bezel Set, 1.48...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$2,296 / item
Ada Diamond 18ct Gold Oval Signet Ring
By Mayveda Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Below is a list of birthstones for reference: January: Garnet, February: Amethyst, March: Aquamarine, April: Diamond, May: Emerald, June: Pearl, July: Ruby, August: Peridot, Septemb...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Opal, Pearl, Pe...
2.15 CT Natural Diamond Emerald Cut 18K Yellow Gold Half Eternity Band Pinky Men
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bandwidth is 3.5 MM. The height on top is 5.0 MM. Ring Size: 8.5 Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring Weight: 10.1 Grams of solid gold Diamond: Approximately 2.15 Carat Total Weight of ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Signed Villa Milan 25.0 Ct Heliodor 1.30 Ct Diamonds Unique 18 KT ring
By VILLA
Located in Napoli, IT
From the well know Villa Maison in Milan active since 1876, creating high end jewellery with a renewed classy style, comes this terrific ring of unbelievable beauty. Hand crafted of ...
Beryl, 18k Gold
Emerald Cut Diamond and Emerald Open Ring, 0.91 Carat Diamond, 18K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Crafted in 18K white gold, this contemporary open ring pairs a 0.91-carat natural emerald cut diamond with a 0.66-carat natural emerald in a refined two-stone composition.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1919 Edwardian Emerald Diamond 18ct Gold Three Stone Boat Ring N.5 / 7
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A beautiful antique Edwardian ring hallmarked 1919 Birmingham with emerald and diamonds in intricate belcher setting.
Emerald, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
2000s Emerald and Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive contemporary 0.70Ct natural emerald and 0.63Ct diamond, 18k white gold cocktail ring; part of our contemporary emerald jewelry collection.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18K White Gold, Platinum, Emerald, and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage white gold, platinum, emerald, and diamond cocktail ring. In 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Platinum
Vintage 18-karat gold ring with emerald and diamonds
Located in Chorzów, PL
Vintage 18-karat gold ring with emerald and diamonds This 1970s-style ring is crafted from 18-karat yellow gold (0.750 fineness).
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian 0.10ct Emerald and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
A luscious green emerald is flanked by old cut diamonds in this classic Victorian three stone ring.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
DIANA M. 18 kt white gold ring featuring a center 10.76 ct emerald cut J-SI1
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18 kt white gold engagement ring featuring a center 10.76 ct emerald cut diamond(GIA#2225104157) (J-SI1) with 1.00 cts tw of micro pave round brilliant diamonds on the band and on th...
Diamond, White Gold
2.65 Carat Emerald and Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 2.65 ct. elongated emerald with 1.56 ct. white diamond rounds.
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1.10ct Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1960s
Located in London, GB
Gemstone: Emerald Stone Shape: Emerald Cut Carat Weight: 1.10 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, 18ct White Gold Age: 1960s Size: P
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Vintage 1.20ct Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1970s
Located in London, GB
A vibrant green emerald sits central in this vintage cluster ring.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 3.10 Ct F/VS1 Emerald & Pear Three-Stone Engagement Ring 18K Gold
By Nikabell fine Jewels
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
This elegant engagement ring features GIA Certified diamonds totaling 3.10 carats, graded F color and VS1 clarity, selected for their exceptional brilliance and refined symmetry. The...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 2.00ct Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1960s
Located in London, GB
A vibrant 2.00 carat Colombian emerald takes centre stage in this 1960s cluster ring.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 43 ct Green Tourmaline & Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring 18k White Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA Certified 43.55 ct Green Tourmaline & Diamond Halo Ring in 18k White Gold Green Tourmaline and Diamond Ring features a GIA certified Rectangular Green Tourmaline, weighing 4...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Emerald and Diamond Yellow Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A very good 0.30 carat natural emerald and 0.38 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold cluster ring; an addition to our vintage jewelry collections.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Cut Natural Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring, 17.48 Carats, 18K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Crafted in 18K white gold, this remarkable ring is centered around a 17.48-carat natural emerald cut emerald framed by 1.03 carats of natural diamonds.
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring, c.1960s
Located in London, GB
The raw gold look tapers down at the shoulder into a chunky band completing the ring. Gemstone: Emerald Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold Age: 1960s Size: N 1/2
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian 0.45ct Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This beautiful cluster ring dates to the Victorian era and centres around a stunning, vivid green emerald.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Vintage 1.85ct Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1970s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the 1970s, this beautiful cluster ring features a radiant green emerald in the centre.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 2.20ct Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
Gemstone: Emerald Stone Shape: Emerald Cut Carat Weight: 2.20 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum Age: 1910s Size: P
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 1.80 Carat Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
The open double frame adds depth and elegance to the piece with four additional diamonds being set at either shoulder before the ring is made complete by an otherwise slim smooth 18c...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$3,600Sale Price / item|20% Off
Bold Pear-Cut Emerald Bezel Set Cocktail Ring 2.67 Ct in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This striking signet unisex ring showcased one pear-cut emerald with total weight 2.67 carats, perfectly set in 18k yellow gold. The emerald measures approximately 12.2 x 7 mm, set w...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,203Sale Price|20% Off
1.67 Ct Natural Diamond Pear and Marquise Open Band Ring Eternity 18K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Details Item Code :- SER-25938D Gross Wt. :- 4.44 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :- 4.11 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 1.67 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Ring Size :- 7 ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,574Sale Price|20% Off
Certified 0.80 carat Diamond and AA+ Emerald Cluster Ring
Located in MADRID, ES
Contemporary ring from the 20th century, crafted in 18k white gold and featuring diamonds and emerald.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Vintage 1.25ct Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
This show stopping cocktail ring was crafted in the 1950s. The 1.25 carat emerald cut emerald is fully natural with no signs of treatment.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
18K Gold Emerald and Diamond Toi et Moi Ring
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Sophisticated and striking, this 18K solid gold Toi et Moi ring showcases a rich green emerald set side-by-side with a radiant light yellow diamond.
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold
Attractive and Unusual 18 Karat Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Very unusual and attractive 18 yellow Gold ring set with nice diamonds weighing approximately 1.06 ct and vivid green emealds weighing approximately 1.01 ct. The ring is currently s...
White Diamond, Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald, Sapphires, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, CE
Diamonds 0.32 ct Emerald and Sapphires 0.69 ct Total Weight 4.30 gr RF *GAGH (F135) Italian Size 18 Usa Size 8.34 French Size 58 For any information, feel free to contact the selle...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Solid “Toi et Moi” Emerald Cut Solitaire Diamond and Columbian Emerald Cut Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Definitely makes a gorgeous chunky perfect pinky ring! Metal Purity: 18k Diamond Carat: 1.00ct Color Stone: Columbian Emerald 1.00 ct Weight: 16.0 Grams Place of Origin: Unknown (I...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$40,791 / item
18 Karat Yellow Gold, White Diamonds and Emerald Ring
By VANLELES DIAMONDS
Located in Mayfair, London, GB
A gold-rich collection that pays homage to the tidal sands of West Africa, the sand dunes of Mali, and the famous pilgrimage undertaken by Mansa Musa of the Mali Empire to Mecca . R...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Ring White Gold Ring Diamond Ring Emerald Ring Emerald Rounds Ring Gold
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
18K Ring White Gold Ring Diamond Ring Emerald Ring Emerald Rounds Ring Gold Fancy Ring A fashion Art Nouveau ring meticulously crafted to mesmerize.
Emerald, Diamond, Gold, White Gold
Zambian Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring, 5.51 Carat Emerald, 18K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Crafted in 18K white gold, this elegant ring showcases a remarkable 5.51-carat natural Zambian emerald surrounded by 0.82 carats of natural diamonds.
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k 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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