2.19 CT Natural Emerald 3-Stone Ring with Diamond Side Stone in 18K White Gold
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
2.19 carat natural Zambian emerald and diamond ring in two-tone 18k white and yellow gold. The emerald bears excellent luster, and a rich dark green saturation with lighter shades r...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
18ct Gold, Victorian ADORE Amethyst, Diamond, Opal, Ruby & Emerald Acrostic Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Victorian Adore Ring 18ct Yellow Gold hallmarked Chester Engraved inside band 1848 Makers Mark J H Introducing this beautiful 18ct yellow gold antique ADORE ring, a true epito...
Ruby, Opal, Emerald, Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold, Gold
$4,160Sale Price|20% Off
Natural 4.80 Carat Pear Zambian Emerald Band Ring 2.10 Ct Diamond 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Item Code :- SER-2572 Gross Wt :- 7.71 gm 18k Solid White Gold Wt :- 6.33 gm Natural Diamond Wt :- 2.10 ct ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Emerald Wt :- 4.80 ct Ring...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
4.55 Carat Pear Zambian Emerald Ring 1.62 Ct. SI/H Diamond 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Item Code :- SER-23609B Gross Wt. :- 7.15 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :- 5.92 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 1.62 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Zambian Emerald Wt. :- ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.82 Carat Zambian Emerald Gemstone Ring 0.7 Ct SI/H Diamond 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
1.82 Carat Zambian Emerald Gemstone Ring 0.7 Ct SI/H Diamond 18 Karat White Gold This ring is masterfully set with pear cut emerald in center with three pear cut diamonds set each si...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emerald-Cut 4.61 ct. Diamond Eternity Band, 18k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
A stunning 4.61 ct. Natural Diamond Emerald-Cut Diamond Eternity Band made in 18k White Gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,279Sale Price|20% Off
1.3 Carat Trillion Zambian Emerald Ring 0.50 Ct SI/H Diamond 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite ring is handset with 1.30 carats Zambian emerald and 0.50 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold
18ct Gold 1940s DEAREST Diamond Emerald Amethyst Ruby Sapphire & Tourmaline Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Dearest Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Stamped Circa 1940's This vintage acrostic ring from the 1940s is a truly unique piece.
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold
2.5 Ct Pink Emerald Cut Pink Sapphire & 2.8 Ct Diamond 18 Kt White Gold Ring S6
Located in New York, NY
The 2.5 Ct Pink Emerald Cut Pink Sapphire & 2.8 Ct Diamond 18 Kt White Gold Ring in Size 6 is a classic piece with two natural pink sapphires in emerald cut, boasting a pretty color ...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,479Sale Price|20% Off
4.93 Carat Oval Zambian Emerald Spiral Ring 0.76 Ct Diamond 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Item Code :- SER-22242 Gross Wt. :- 9.39 gram 18k White Gold Wt. :- 8.25 gram Diamond Wt. :- 0.76 Carat ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Emerald Wt. :- 4.93 Carat Ring...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
16.34 CT Pear Emerald and Diamond Halo Fashion Ring in Two-Tone 18K Gold
By New York Jewelers Chicago
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite ring is a harmonious blend of opulence and elegance, crafted to captivate with its timeless beauty. Made from luxurious 18 karat two-tone gold, weighing a substantial ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
18ct Gold Edwardian, Acrostic ADORE Ring: Amethyst, Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Emerald
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Adore Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1910 Introducing this stunning 18ct yellow gold antique ADORE ring, a true epitome of elegance and charm.
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
18ct Yellow Gold Ring, Set With 0.35ct Oval Natural Fine Quality Emerald
Located in London, GB
New made by Jewellery Cave 18ct yellow gold single stone ring, set with oval 0.35ct fine quality natural emerald, The ring is a perfect complement to any ensemble and can be worn o...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$8,020Sale Price / item|20% Off
Natural Diamond Cocktail Ring 3 Ct Pear and Emerald Cut Diamonds 18K White Gold
Located in Diera, AE
A commanding arrangement of pear and emerald-cut diamonds creates a dramatic display of light, symmetry, and scale. Designed to envelop the finger with brilliance from every directio...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18ct Gold Stamped, Victorian ADORE Amethyst, Diamond, Opal, Ruby & Emerald Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Adore Ring 18ct Yellow Gold hallmarked London 1908 Engraved inside band 30.1.09 Introducing this beautiful 18ct yellow gold antique ADORE ring, a true epitome of elegan...
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
$2,552Sale Price|20% Off
14.35 ct Carved Emerald Cocktail Ring With Ruby & Diamonds In 18k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:1.47g,D:2.24ct,SI:7.37g EMER:14.35ct,RUBY:2ct, Size: 23x17x33MM
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
1.22ct Ruby Emerald Cut Solitaire Engagement Ring In 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
1.22ct Ruby Emerald Cut Solitaire Engagement Ring In 18ct Yellow Gold This stunning engagement ring is the perfect symbol of love and commitment.
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum, Edwardian era Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Emerald Ring 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum Circa 1910 Step into the elegance of the Edwardian era with this exquisite 18ct gold ring.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$5,625Sale Price|25% Off
0.50 Ct. Diamond Blue Sapphire Emerald Art Deco Style Target Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A chic diamond with blue sapphire and emerald target ring. The central round diamond is securely milgrain set into white gold as the centerpiece of this stunning ring. Designed to re...
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Stamped, 1920s Emerald Cut Aquamarine & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Aquamarine Cocktail Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1920s Step back in time with this fabulous 1920s cocktail ring, a true testament to the elegance of the era.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$6,720Sale Price|20% Off
2.98 ct Pear Shaped Zambian Emerald Ring With Diamonds Made in 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite ring features a stunning pear-shaped green emerald, surrounded by a sparkling array of diamonds, all set in 18k white gold. The emerald, with its deep green hue, is be...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold
EFFY 18K White and Yellow Gold Ring with 4.70 CT Emerald and .89 CTW Diamonds
Located in Stuart, FL
Ladies designer size 6 1/4 18k white and yellow gold ring by EFFY featuring an oval cut emerald accented with multi-shaped cut diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$8,914Sale Price|20% Off
1.14 ct Pear Shaped Zambian Emeralds Flower Ring with Diamonds In 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Step into the world of luxury and sophistication with this stunning flower-shaped ring made of 18k gold, featuring dazzling pear-shaped emeralds surrounded by glittering diamonds. Th...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,000Sale Price|20% Off
1ct Emerald and Diamond Reef Knot Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
1ct natural oval cut emerald embraced by golden ropes (blue green emerald) Available in 18ct yellow/ white and rose gold 2 x white diamonds underneath setting Sized to your custo...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 3.30 Ct D VVS1 Square Emerald Diamond Hidden Halo Ring in 18K Gold
By Rich Jewels
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This exceptional engagement ring features a GIA Certified 3.00 carat Square Emerald Cut diamond, graded D color and VVS1 clarity, representing outstanding purity and refined brillian...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18ct Gold, Emerald and Diamond Square Cluster Ring, Hallmarked Birmingham 1967
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Emerald Cluster Ring 18ct Yellow and White Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1967 This exquisite 18ct gold vintage cluster ring showcases a striking square design, featuring a ca...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Diana M. 18 kt white gold emerald diamond ring featuring a 5.60 ct oval cut
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18 kt white gold emerald diamond ring featuring a 5.60 ct oval cut emerald with 2.60 cts tw of micropave round diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Vintage 18ct White Gold 1940’s French Emerald & Diamond Bombe Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Emerald & Diamond Ring 18ct White Gold- French Stamped Circa 1940’s Fabulous, French bombe style ring.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 5.12ct Colombian Emerald and 3.45ct Diamond, 18ct Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive, large vintage 1990's 5.12 carat Colombian emerald and 3.45 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold cocktail ring; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.47 Ct. Pear & Emerald Cut Diamond Ring 18K White Gold Delicate Fine Jewelry
Located in Diera, AE
Product Details Item Code: SER-29574C Metal: 18K White Gold Gold Weight: 1.72 gm Gross Weight: 1.82 gm Natural Diamond Weight: 0.47 Ct.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.06 Ct GIA Certified Round Diamond Round Emerald Halo &Pave Shank 18k Gold Ring
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 1.06 Round diamond, G color, IF clarity, Internally Flawless with Triple Excellent Specs. a stunning classic, incredibly beautiful diamond set in a hand made Double Rou...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 2.00 Ct D/VVS1 Emerald Diamond East-West Half Bezel Ring 18K Gold
By Rich Jewels
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This refined ring features a GIA Certified 2.00 carat Emerald Shape natural diamond, graded D color and VVS1 clarity, selected for its crisp step-cut facets and exceptional purity. S...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.06 Ct Zambian Emerald and Double Halo Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Make a bold statement with this stunning 18K yellow gold ring, showcasing a vibrant 2.06 carat emerald-cut emerald as its centerpiece. Framed by a dazzling 1.09 carats of round brill...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Single Row Diamond Ring with One Center Emerald 0.71 Ct East West
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
18K white gold row ring with single row of round diamonds weighing 0.71 carat total and one emerald cut emerald at the center, weighing 0.44 carat. The emerald is positioned east we...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,600Sale Price|20% Off
Real 1.56 Carat Zambian Emerald Ring 0.47 Ct SI/H Round Diamond 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Details Item Code :- SER-26992 Gross Wt. :- 3.18 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :- 2.77 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.47 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Zambian Emerald Wt. ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
18ct Yellow Gold, London Hallmarked Edwardian 5 Stone Emerald & Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Emerald & Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Hallmarked London 1909 This exquisite gypsy ring is made of 18ct yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18ct Mid Victorian Heart Locket Lover's Ring with Rubies, Emeralds, and Diamonds
Located in London, GB
The knot motif and concealed locket reflect the era's fascination with tokens of affection, making this an evocative and collectible piece of period jewellery. Mid Victorian 18ct go...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
5.50ct Yellow Sapphire Emerald Cut Solitaire Engagement Ring In 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
5.50ct Yellow Sapphire Emerald Cut Solitaire Engagement Ring In 18ct Yellow Gold This stunning engagement ring features a beautiful 5.50ct emerald cut yellow sapphire man made set in...
Emerald, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
5ct Emerald Forget Me Knot Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold bezel set
Located in Brisbane, AU
Glamorously bold and unabashedly seductive. This showstopper ring features a glorious bezel set emerald, embraced by powerful-golden ropes, converging to two knots on either side of ...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diana M. 18 kt yellow gold emerald and diamond ring featuring a center 3.70 ct
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18 kt yellow gold emerald and diamond ring featuring a center 3.70 ct emerald surrounded by 2.40 cts tw of round diamonds.
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Style 3.40 Ct Aquamarine 1.10 Ct Diamond 18 KT Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This classy vintage ring is Art deco style 1970 ca Well hand made as unique of solid 18 Kt white gold Beautiful octagonal shape crown given by the centre Aquamarine with a gorgeous f...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold
$32,600Sale Price|20% Off
3.23 ct Center Stone Emerald Cocktail Ring With Diamonds Made In 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:4.509g, Diamond:2.123ct Emerald:3.23ct"
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18ct White Gold, 1940’s Emerald Diamond Square Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Emerald Cluster Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1940’s Fabulous, vintage cluster ring.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.50ct Colombian emerald diamond halo engagement ring in 18ct white gold wedding
Located in London, GB
The ring is made from high-quality 18ct white gold and has a band width of 2-2.5mm.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
$3,055Sale Price|20% Off
2.25 Carat Emerald Cocktail Ring 0.80 Ct SI/H Pear Diamond 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Item Code :- SER-2199D Gross Wt. :- 3.39 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :- 2.76 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.80 Ct ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Emerald Wt. :- 2.25 Ct Ring ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Finest Quality 0.75ct Emerald and 0.30ct Diamond Ring in 18ct White Gold
Located in London, GB
Finest Quality 0.75ct Emerald and 0.30ct Diamond Ring Set In 18ct White Gold Finest Quality 0.75ct Emerald and Diamond Ring Set in 18ct White Gold.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
$10,208Sale Price|20% Off
Natural 6.05 Ct SI/H Round Emerald Cut Diamond Wrap Ring 18 K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger or smaller upon request. FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pieces. Spectrum Jewels is prou...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,488Sale Price|20% Off
1.27 ct Emerald Channel Setting Twin Ring With Diamonds Made In 18k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:3.84g, Diamond:0.57ct Emerald:1.27ct"
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18ct White Gold, 1940’s Emerald Diamond Round Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Emerald & Diamond Cluster Ring 18ct White Gold Tested Circa 1940’s This exquisite round cluster ring is stunning, featuring a gorgeous natural emerald at its centre that ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.68 Ct Natural Oval Emerald and Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold Gift for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant ring features one natural oval-cut emerald totaling 2.68 carats set in 18k yellow gold emerald measuring approximately 10 × 8 mm, The emerald is securely held in a class...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,200Sale Price / item|40% Off
Golden South Sea Pearl and Emerald ring in 18ct yellow gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
Glamorously bold and unabashedly seductive. This showstopper ring features a Golden Australian South Sea pearl poised between sharp eagle style talons and embraced by powerful Emeral...
Emerald, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,764Sale Price / item|20% Off
0.78 Ct Natural Emerald and Marquise Cut Diamond Toi et Moi Ring 18K White Gold
Located in Diera, AE
Balancing architectural precision with fluid movement, this mixed-shape Toi et Moi ring pairs an emerald-cut diamond with marquise-cut diamonds in a composition defined by contrast a...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Hancocks French Cut Diamond and Emerald 'Donut' Eternity Ring in 18ct Gold
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
Maker: Hancocks Summary: French Cut Diamond and Emerald 'Donut' Eternity Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold Description: A handcrafted diamond and emerald yellow gold 'Donut' eternity ring by ...
White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Emerald Ring Set with 0.40ct Natural Round Diamonds in 18ct Yellow Gold
By Unbranded
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous 18ct Yellow Gold Emerald ring is set with 0.40ct natural Round Diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k 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,...
$9,100Sale Price / item|30% Off
Custom made 3.50ct Emerald and Diamond Trilogy style Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
Whether it be a more apple bright green or a deeper forest green we have a large selection you can choose from. Pair of natural emerald cut diamonds FSI 0.50ct either side 18ct yel...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,000Sale Price / item|20% Off
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
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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