Luxurious 18K Yellow Gold Pave Ring with 0.67 Ct Pear Natural Diamonds, GIA Cert
Located in רמת גן, IL
Beautiful Pave Design Ring made from 18K Yellow Gold with 0.67 total carat of a pear shape diamond and a set of 16 round brilliant diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elegant 18k Yellow Gold Tanzanite and Diamond Pave Ring w/1.00 ct -IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Elegant 18k Yellow Gold Tanzanite and Diamond Pave Ring w/1.00 ct - IGI Certified Elevate your jewelry collection with this 18k Yellow Gold Pave Ring that exudes elegance and sophis...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.80 Carats F/VS1 Heart Diamonds Pavé Band Ring in 18K White Gold
By Rich Jewels
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Crafted in 18K white gold, the setting highlights the diamonds’ fire and purity while maintaining sophisticated luxury. --- Details: Total Diamond Weight: 1.80 carats Center Diamond...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Marvelous 18k White Gold Pave Band Ring w/ 1.4 Carat Natural Diamonds IGI Cert
Located in רמת גן, IL
A Classic Pave Ring with Dazzling 1.4-Carat Baguette Diamonds This stunning 1.4-carat baguette diamond pave ring is a truly rare and special gem.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gleaming 18k Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Pave Ring w/1.09 ct - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Gleaming 18k Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Pave Ring w/1.09 ct - IGI Certified The centerpiece of this pave ring is a captivating 0.71 carat oval cut ruby.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA 4.03 Ct Fancy Yellow Oval Diamond French Pave 18K Engagement Ring with Halo
By Sebastian Bernard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Beautiful Oval Natural Fancy Yellow VS2 GIA certified center Diamond set in a fine 18k gold French Pave set Diamond Engagement Ring with halo.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
$3,083Sale Price|20% Off
Knuckle Ring with Pave Seting of Ruby, Emerald & Diamonds in 18k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18k:7.04g, Diamond:2.05ct, Silver:9.46gm, Emerald:0.51ct, Ruby:0.90ct, Size: 22X17X56MM"
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver, 18k Gold
Luxury Ring 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Wide Pave Diamond Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Luxury Ring 14K Yellow Gold Wide Pavé Diamond Ring is a striking piece crafted from 14K yellow gold, showcasing the radiant brilliance of natural diamonds totaling 0.85 carats. I...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$176,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 5.03 Carat Round Cut Diamond Ring with pavè in 18K White Gold
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This elegant engagement ring features a magnificent 5.03 carat round cut diamond set in 18K white gold, enhanced by a delicate pavé band.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
GIA Certified 2.30 Ct E VVS1 Princess Diamond Pavé Band Ring in 18K White Gold
By Rich Jewels
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Crafted in 18K white gold, the setting highlights the diamonds’ fire and purity with luxurious elegance. --- Details: Total Diamond Weight: 2.30 carats Center Diamond: 2.00 carats (...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,400Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond wedding band pave set diamonds ring marriage ring 0.75ct 18KT
Located in Jupiter, FL
Diamond ring made with brilliant diamonds pave style curved in 18KT yellow gold. ITEM#: MTMA 110-00034 GRAM WEIGHT: 4.98gr METAL: 18KT NATURAL DIAMOND(S) Cut: Round Brilliant Color:...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Golden Sunrise 14K (or 18k upon request) Pave Diamond Heart Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Golden Sunrise Pave Diamonds Heart Ring combines romance and luxury in a sleek design.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 2 Cts D/VVS1 Emerald Diamond Split Shank Pavé Ring 18K White Gold
By Rich Jewels
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Crafted in 18K white gold, the design highlights timeless sophistication and exceptional craftsmanship. --- Details: Total Diamond Weight: 2.00 carats Center Diamond: 1.50 carats C...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$7,360Sale Price / item|30% Off
18k Rose Gold Mia French Pave Diamond Eternity Ring '4 Ct. Tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
From our signature French-Pave wedding band collection, this eternity ring features perfectly matched round brilliant diamonds .
Diamond, Rose Gold
$4,991Sale Price / item|30% Off
18K White Gold Mia French Pave Diamond Eternity Ring '3 Ct. Tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
From our signature French-Pave wedding band collection, this eternity ring features perfectly matched round brilliant diamonds .
Diamond, White Gold
18k Rose Gold Mia French Pave Diamond Eternity Ring '2 Ct. Tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
From our signature French-Pave wedding band collection, this eternity ring features perfectly matched round brilliant diamonds .
Diamond, Rose Gold
$1,666Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Yellow Gold Mia French Pave Diamond Eternity Ring '1 Ct. Tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
From our signature French-Pave wedding band collection, this eternity ring features perfectly matched round brilliant diamonds .
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$7,360Sale Price / item|30% Off
18k White Gold Mia French Pave Diamond Eternity Ring '4 Ct. tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
From our signature French-Pave wedding band collection, this eternity ring features perfectly matched round brilliant diamonds .
Diamond, White Gold
18k Rose Gold Mia French Pave Diamond Eternity Ring '3 Ct. Tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
From our signature French-Pave wedding band collection, this eternity ring features perfectly matched round brilliant diamonds .
Diamond, Rose Gold
18k White Gold Mia French Pave Diamond Eternity Ring '2 Ct. Tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
From our signature French-Pave wedding band collection, this eternity ring features perfectly matched round brilliant diamonds .
Diamond, White Gold
18k Yellow Gold Mia French Pave Diamond Eternity Ring '3 Ct. Tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
From our signature French-Pave wedding band collection, this eternity ring features perfectly matched round brilliant diamonds .
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$8,412Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Yellow Gold Mia French Pave Diamond Eternity Ring '4 Ct. tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
From our signature French-Pave wedding band collection, this eternity ring features perfectly matched round brilliant diamonds .
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$1,666Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K Rose Gold Mia French Pave Diamond Eternity Ring '1 Ct. tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
From our signature French-Pave wedding band collection, this eternity ring features perfectly matched round brilliant diamonds .
Diamond, Rose Gold
18K Yellow Gold Mia French Pave Diamond Eternity Ring '2 Ct. Tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
From our signature French-Pave wedding band collection, this eternity ring features perfectly matched round brilliant diamonds .
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$1,176Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K White Gold GIA French Pave Diamond Ring '1/2 Ct. tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
From our signature French-Pave wedding band collection, this ring features perfectly matched round brilliant diamonds throughout 75% of the shank.
Diamond, White Gold
$972Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Yellow Gold Voyage French Pave Diamond Ring '1/3 Ct. Tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
From our signature French-Pave wedding band collection, this ring features perfectly matched round brilliant diamonds throughout 50% of the shank.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$972Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Rose Gold Voyage French Pave Diamond Ring '1/3 Ct. Tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
From our signature French-Pave wedding band collection, this ring features perfectly matched round brilliant diamonds throughout 50% of the shank.
Diamond, Rose Gold
$863Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Rose Gold Voyage French Pave Diamond Ring '1/4 Ct. Tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
From our signature French-Pave wedding band collection, this ring features perfectly matched round brilliant diamonds throughout 50% of the shank.
Diamond, Rose Gold
$1,577Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k White Gold Voyage French Pave Diamond Ring '3/4 Ct. tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
From our signature French-Pave wedding band collection, this ring features perfectly matched round brilliant diamonds throughout 50% of the shank.
Diamond, White Gold
$1,577Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Yellow Gold Voyage French Pave Diamond Ring '3/4 Ct. tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
From our signature French-Pave wedding band collection, this ring features perfectly matched round brilliant diamonds throughout 50% of the shank.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$1,577Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K Rose Gold Voyage French Pave Diamond Ring '3/4 Ct. tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
From our signature French-Pave wedding band collection, this ring features perfectly matched round brilliant diamonds throughout 50% of the shank.
Diamond, Rose Gold
$863Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Yellow Gold Voyage French Pave Diamond Ring '1/4 Ct. tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
From our signature French-Pave wedding band collection, this ring features perfectly matched round brilliant diamonds throughout 50% of the shank.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$1,056Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Yellow Gold GIA French Pave Diamond Ring '1/3 Ct. tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
From our signature French-Pave wedding band collection, this ring features perfectly matched round brilliant diamonds throughout 75% of the shank.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$1,170Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Rose Gold Voyage French Pave Diamond Ring '1/2 Ct. tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
From our signature French-Pave wedding band collection, this ring features perfectly matched round brilliant diamonds throughout 50% of the shank.
Diamond, Rose Gold
$1,810Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Rose Gold GIA French Pave Diamond Ring '3/4 ct. tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
From our signature French-Pave wedding band collection, this ring features perfectly matched round brilliant diamonds throughout 75% of the shank.
Diamond, Rose Gold
$1,056Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Rose Gold GIA French Pave Diamond Ring '1/3 Ct. Tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
From our signature French-Pave wedding band collection, this ring features perfectly matched round brilliant diamonds throughout 75% of the shank.
Diamond, Rose Gold
$1,810Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k White Gold GIA French Pave Diamond Ring '3/4 Ct. Tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
From our signature French-Pave wedding band collection, this ring features perfectly matched round brilliant diamonds throughout 75% of the shank.
Diamond, White Gold
18k White Gold Voyage French Pave Diamond Ring '1/3 Ct. tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
From our signature French-Pave wedding band collection, this ring features perfectly matched round brilliant diamonds throughout 50% of the shank.
Diamond, White Gold
$863Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K White Gold Voyage French Pave Diamond Ring '1/4 Ct. tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
From our signature French-Pave wedding band collection, this ring features perfectly matched round brilliant diamonds throughout 50% of the shank.
Diamond, White Gold
$1,810Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Yellow Gold GIA French Pave Diamond Ring '3/4 Ct. Tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
From our signature French-Pave wedding band collection, this ring features perfectly matched round brilliant diamonds throughout 75% of the shank.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$1,176Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Yellow Gold GIA French Pave Diamond Ring '1/2 Ct. Tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
From our signature French-Pave wedding band collection, this ring features perfectly matched round brilliant diamonds throughout 75% of the shank.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$1,170Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K White Gold Voyage French Pave Diamond Ring '1/2 Ct. tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
From our signature French-Pave wedding band collection, this ring features perfectly matched round brilliant diamonds throughout 50% of the shank.
Diamond, White Gold
$1,056Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K White Gold GIA French Pave Diamond Ring '1/3 Ct. tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
From our signature French-Pave wedding band collection, this ring features perfectly matched round brilliant diamonds throughout 75% of the shank.
Diamond, White Gold
$1,170Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K Yellow Gold Voyage French Pave Diamond Ring '1/2 Ct. tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
From our signature French-Pave wedding band collection, this ring features perfectly matched round brilliant diamonds throughout 50% of the shank.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari B.Zero1 One Band Pave Diamond Ring 18K White Gold 0.60Ctw US 11.25
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in fine 18K white gold. It features a clean modern one band ring with pave set round cut diamonds weighing 0.60 carat.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$78,400Sale Price|20% Off
Colombian Heart-Cut 11 Carat Emerald Ring with Pavé Diamonds in 18K White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
The center stone is set in an elegant 18K white gold ring, surrounded and complemented by approximately 5.00 carats total weight of round brilliant-cut pavé diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pave 1.42 Cts F/VS1 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds Peacock Cocktail Ring 18K Gold
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Pave 1.42 Cts F/VS1 Round Brilliant Cut Natural Diamonds Peacock Ring in 18K Gold is a stunning engagement ring for women who appreciate beauty and elegance.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Pave Diamond Teardrop Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18k white gold Diamond: 187 round cut = 3.12cttw Color: G Clarity: SI1 Ring Size: 7.5 Width: 26.5 mm Weight: 11.21 grams
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$11,000Sale Price|60% Off
18K White Gold 2.81ct VIVID GREEN Zambian Emerald Ring with pave white diamonds
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Introducing our exquisite Italian-made 18kt White Gold ring mounted with a center stone Zambian emerald (2.81cts) , a true masterpiece of craftsmanship and elegance. This one-of-a-ki...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Diamond Pavé Hinged Dual "I Love You" Ring, Size 7
Located in Palm Desert, CA
18 Karat White Gold Diamond Pavé Hinged Dual "I Love You" Ring. This is a unique design that features dual bands, one yellow gold solid band inside and a hinged 18 karat white gold b...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Gorgeous 1.20ct. Marquise Brilliant Pave Diamond Ring
Located in רמת גן, IL
Product Details: Metal: 18K White Gold Main stone: 4pcs. 1.20ct marquise brilliant natural diamonds, E-F colour, VS1-VS2 clarity, Cut: Very Good - Good Side stones: 4pcs. .50c...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$4,380Sale Price / item|20% Off
Three-Row Round Brilliant Cut Pavé Diamond Half Band Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Whether celebrating a milestone, treating yourself to luxury, or searching for the perfect gift, this three-row pavé diamond ring makes an unforgettable choice.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold,...
Pave Diamond 14K (or 18k upon request) Gold Domed Band Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Pave Diamond 14K Gold Domed Band Ring is a stunning piece crafted from 14K yellow gold. Featuring 0.64ct of natural diamonds, this ring showcases a sleek dome design that offers ...
Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Ring 18kt Gold Pear Emerald & Diamonds Pave
Located in Miami, FL
This handcrafted 18kt white gold ring features a 0.60-carat pear-shaped emerald, surrounded by 29 round diamonds totaling 0.42 carats. Made in the USA and sized at 6.5, it's a unique...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold
3ct Diamond ring 18KT gold Pave set diamonds
Located in Boca Raton, FL
3 carats diamond ring in 18KT gold, diamonds are VS-SI clarity and G-H colors. The ring is made with pave set diamond technique. Size 5 and can be re-sized. **All items leave our pr...
Gold, 18k Gold
3.03 Ct Oval Pink Topaz set 18K Pave Set diamond (0.52 Ct) Engagement Ring
By Sebastian Bernard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine Oval Shape Pink Topaz center stone set in a fine 18k gold pave set Engagement Ring with Halo and Pave Set Center Prongs.
Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold
Estate 18K Pave Diamond Ruby Emerald Sapphire Domed Wide Band Ring 3.90ctw Sz 6
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A beautiful slightly domed wide pave diamond band done in 18K white gold set with approximately 3.90ctw in G-J color Vs2-Si1 clarity round diamonds as well as natural rubies, sapphir...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 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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