Tiffany & Co. Tiffany T Wide Pavé Diamond Ring Size L (52)
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
Here we have an iconic piece of jewellery from Tiffany & Co. This ring has been crafted from 18ct white gold and forms part of the T Tiffany collection with bold lines highlighting t...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
80's Disco Yellow Gold Pavé Diamond Mob Wife Cocktail Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very Good (recently inspected and polished) Era: Contemporary Vintage Year: 1980s Metal: 18k Yellow Gold, 18k White Gold Diamonds: (19) Carat Weight: 0.68 Total Cut: Roun...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mahenge Spinel Pink Tourmaline Pink Diamond Ruby Mosaic set pave Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
One of a kind Mahenge and Pink Spinel, Pink Tourmaline, Pink Diamond and Ruby Rose Gold Ring, meticulously crafted by Belgian jewellery artist Joke Quick. This extraordinary piece c...
Diamond, Pink Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, Spinel, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Exquisite 7.30 Carat Heart-Shaped Green Diamond Ring with Pave White Diamonds (5
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Discover unparalleled elegance with this extraordinary 7.30 carat heart-shaped green diamond ring, a true masterpiece of luxury and craftsmanship. The unique green diamond, with its ...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,380Sale Price|20% Off
Cocktail Ring with Carved Yellow Sapphire Surrounded by Pave Diamonds
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"18kt gold:3.92g, Diamond:1.8ct Yellow Sapphire:14.8Cts" Silver:7.74g
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold
1.16ct Natural Round Diamond Ring With 0.45ct Pave Diamonds Color H Clarity VS2
Located in Aventura, FL
This lovely round-pave diamond Engagement Ring is the definition of understated elegance. Having a Round Diamond with Pave Diamonds lets you display larger areas of your diamond, whi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Graff Pave Diamond Bombe Ring in 18kwg with 1.00ct G/VVS2 Round Diamond Center
By Graff
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Graff Bombe ring in 18k white gold, accompanied by a GIA report and Graff certificate of quality.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rose Gold Star-Shaped Band Ring with White and Pink Diamond Pavé
Located in Bergamo, BG
. -------------------- This stunning 18K rose gold band ring features a unique star-shaped design, beautifully adorned with a pavé of natural white diamonds and fancy pink diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
4.08 Carat Cushion Cut Purple Tanzanite Pave Diamond Gold Platinum Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1970's Tanzanite and diamond ring. 4.08ct cushion cut bezel set Tanzanite center stone placed in an 18k yellow gold and platinum ring.
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold, Gold
$4,672Sale Price|20% Off
18 Karat Yellow Gold, Pave White Diamond Wrapped Spike Ring
Located in Santa Monica, CA
18K Yellow Gold, Pave White Diamond Wrapped Spike Ring .70 cts.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18ct Gold & Platinum , French 1940s Diamond Pave Bombe Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Cocktail Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum French Circa 1940s Elevate your jewellery collection with this exquisite bombe-style ring, masterfully crafted in 18ct yellow gold and...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 0.51 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Pavé Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
Accented by round cut diamonds weighing 0.25 carat total on a pavé setting in a half-way design.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Contemporary Elongated Pavé Diamond Open Bypass Style Ring 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This breathtaking diamond wrap bypass ring is a stunning example of contemporary fine jewelry design at its most fluid and expressive. Thirty-four round brilliant cut diamonds are se...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Roberto Coin Appassionata Pavé Diamond Woven Band Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Roberto Coin
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 7 Simple yet stunning 18 karat gold and pave diamond band ring by jewelry designer, Roberto Coin.
White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
GIA Certified .81 Carat Transitional Cut Diamond Pave Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
This exquisite engagement ring features a dazzling .81 carat GIA certified transitional cut diamond center stone that is nestled within a bed of 22 full cut shimmering pave diamonds ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,928Sale Price / item|20% Off
Round Cut Ruby Pave Setting Diamond Engagement Band in 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS :- Material - 18K Solid White Gold Gemstone - Ruby Gemstone Weight - 1.52 cts Gemstone shape - Round Diamond Weight - 0.7 cts Diamond Pcs - 34 Diamond size - 1.94 ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Eighteen Karat White Gold Sapphires Pave Ring with Emeralds and Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This pave diamonds ring is made of 18 karat white gold with 18 F/G, SI diamonds, 6 emeralds, 13 amethysts, and 42 blue, yellow and red sapphires. We work with german gems company, th...
Diamond, White Diamond, Amethyst, Emerald, Quartz, Sapphire, Gold, 14k G...
18 Karat White Gold Floral Diamond Pave, Ruby and Onyx Dome Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This exceptionally feminine ring glitters with a rare and luxurious elegance. The ring is made of 18 white gold and boasts shanks accented with black onyx. Lastly, the domed portion ...
White Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari B.zero1 18K White Gold 3-Band Fully Pave-Set Diamond Ring Size 51
Located in Guangzhou, CN
An absolute icon of modern Italian luxury and architectural audacity, this authentic BVLGARI B.zero1 multi-band ring is a brilliant tour de force. Inspired by the majestic geometry o...
Rachel Koen Pave Diamond Ladies Wedding Band 18K White Gold 0.38cttw
Located in New York, NY
Presenting a classic and simple design wedding band. This sparkling 18K white gold ring is highlighted with dazzling 0.38 carat white round diamonds. Diamond color G and VS clarity. ...
Diamond, White Gold
Contrarié Ring Diamond and Emerald Drop Cut and pave triple cirlce.
By Crivelli Gioielli
Located in Roma, IT
Contrarié Ring Diamond and Emerald Drop Cut . Modern Design for this Contarié Ring with two Drop Cut Diamond and Emerald and pave triple cirlce. Diamonds are ct. 2.38 and Emerald a...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.54 Carats Cushion Cut Diamond French Pavé Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
Accented by a diamond encrusted shank of round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 0.29 carat total, set on a French pavé design.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,999Sale Price|20% Off
Knuckle Ring with Blue Sapphires Carvings Surrounded by Pave Diamonds
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"18kt Gold:6.09gms, Diamond:2.44ct, silver:8.30gms, Sapphire:10.7ct,"
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver, Gold
1.9 Ct Micro Pave Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Hanging Diamond Ring Size 6.5
Located in New York, NY
1.9 Ct Micro Pave Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Hanging Diamond Ring Size 6.5 750 for 18 K gold Stamped 18 K gold 9.07gm Diamond VS quality and G/H color. very solid make of the ring...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pink Sapphire & Gemstone Diamond Pave Hummingbird Flower Rose Gold Animal Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
18K Rose Gold 1 Amethyst 0.49 CT 1 MXTZ 0.77 CT 1 White Diamonds 0.01 CT 56 Fancy Diamonds 0.74 CT 222 Multi-Color Sapphire 3.18 CT 18KR 21.02 GM 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gems...
Amethyst, Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
GIA Certified 1.26 Carats Marquise Cut Diamond Halo Pavé Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
Accent diamonds weigh 0.48 carat total. Finely made with 18K white gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Gold and Champagne Diamond Pave Deco Inspired Signet Ring
By Amy Glaswand
Located in New York, NY
Modern and sleek 18 Karat Gold and Champagne Diamond Signet Ring which can be worn alone or stacked in pairs. Art Deco influence can be seen in this elongated shape. Materials: 18...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
.78 Carat Emerald Pavé Diamond Gold Wedding Band Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Emerald pave diamond wedding band ring. 3 round cut bright emeralds with 86 round accent diamonds in 18k yellow gold. 1 round bright green Emerald, approx. total weight .32cts, MI...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Embrace White Gold Ring with Rubellite Faceted and Diamonds Full Pave
By Angeletti
Located in Roma, IT
Embrace Collection by Angeletti. White Gold Ring With Rubellite Faceted and Diamonds Full Pavè. Unique Rubellite (ct. 17.67) faceted by Expert Hands Wholly Natural, No treatment at a...
Diamond, Rubelite, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.9 Ct Micro Pave Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Hanging Diamond Ring Size 7
Located in New York, NY
2.9 Ct Micro Pave Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Hanging Diamond Ring Size 7 750 for 18 K gold Stamped 18 K gold 14.6 gm Diamond VS quality and G/H color. very solid make of the ring ...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
RUCHI Pavé Diamond with Orange & Yellow Sapphire Black Gold Cocktail Ring
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K Black Gold Diamond- 1.37ct Total Weight. Orange Sapphire- 0.81ct Total Weight. Yellow Sapphire- 1.17ct Total Weight. All Diamonds are G - H/SI
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Green Garnet Spinel Tanzanite pave diamond Three Stone Ring
By Christina Addison
Located in New York, NY
Elegant 18kt White Oval Three Stone Ring with Green Garnet ~2.83cts, Spinel ~3.18cts, and Tanzanite ~2.00 cts - all with delicate pave diamond frames. This real makes a statemen...
Diamond, Garnet, Spinel, Tanzanite, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Pave Diamond Wide Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer wide band ring is handmade from 18 Karat White gold in Athens Greece and features a total weight of 5.20 Carat microscopically set brilliant-cut White Diamonds. ...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 0.73 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Pavé Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
Accented by round cut diamonds weighing 0.35 carat total, set in a half-way pavé design.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pavé Diamond and 18 Carat Yellow Gold Wave Style Wide Band Ring
Located in London, GB
Add a touch of luxury to your fine jewellery collection with this exceptional wide band ring showcasing masterful craftsmanship in warm 18 carat yellow gold. The ring features a sop...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Zambian Emerald Pave Diamond Open Band Cocktail Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Zambian Emerald Pave Diamond Open Band Cocktail Ring 18 Karat White Gold features oval cut emerald set between the diamond pave making a bold statement open ring.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Charriol Celtic Noir Pavé Diamond Black Cable Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Charriol
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This striking Charriol Celtic Noir ring showcases the brand’s signature cable design combined with a bold diamond centerpiece. The band features multiple twisted cable strands that w...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.0 Carat Long Radiant D/VS2 Diamond Hidden Halo Pave Engagement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Gram weights and measurements are subject to a slight variance depending on ring size. Product Specifications: Item Type: Engagement Ring Metal: 18K White Gold Ring Size: 6 (adjusta...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Oval Cabochon Tanzanite Tsavorite Diamond Pave Signet Cocktail White Gold Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Oval Cabochon Tanzanite Tsavorite Diamond Pave Signet Cocktail White Gold Ring 18 Karat White Gold Genuine Tanzanite, Tsavorites and Diamonds 16.00 cts Oval-Cabochon Cut Tanzanite 1....
Diamond, Tanzanite, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Platinum 1.99ctw High Quality Oval Buff Top Tanzanite & Pave Diamond Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Tanzanite - Oval Cut - Buff Top - Prong Set - Violet Blue Color - 7.9x5.2mm - 1.49ct (exact) (26) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut -Pa...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Bold Diamond Pavé Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat White Gold, 4.00 Carats
Located in Miami, FL
A dazzling statement of refined glamour, this bold cocktail ring is crafted in lustrous 18 karat white gold and fully set in a pavé-style setting with 56 round brilliant-cut diamonds...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,950Sale Price|25% Off
Tiffany & Co. 18ct White Gold T True Narrow Pavé Diamond Ring 0.23ct 3.73g
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
A modern and sophisticated Tiffany & Co. T True narrow pavé diamond ring crafted in 18ct white gold, featuring the signature geometric T motif set with brilliant diamonds. Sleek ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pave Fancy Champagne White Diamond Ruby Frog Cocktail Animal Fun Rose Gold Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Pave Fancy Champagne White Diamond Ruby Frog Cocktail Animal 18 K Rose Gold Ring 18 Rose Karat Gold Genuine Diamonds & Rubies 1.60 CTW Diamonds & Gemstones Current Regular Size 7 – R...
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, R...
Mid-Century Gold and Pavé Diamond Ring of Inverted Double Plaque Design
Located in New York, NY
A Retro pavé diamond ring designed as an inverted wedge with open scrollwork on the gallery, in 18k gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Carrera y Carrera Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Pavé Dolphin Signet Ring
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a cushion shaped face pavé set with round brilliant cut diamonds Weighing approximately 0.72 carat total - G color with VS2 clarity With a ridged high polish frame surround...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,040Sale Price|20% Off
White Gold Pave Diamond Eternity Band
By JYE'S
Located in Dallas, TX
Diamond eternity band in 18K white gold. The band features 0.79ctw of pave set diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Contoured Pavé Diamond Dome Style Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstones: Diamonds Diamond Shape: Round brilliant cut Diamond Color: G–H Diamond Clarity: VS Diamond Total Carat Weight: 1.80 CTW Ring Size: 5.5 Ring Gra...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Adolfo Courrier Sapphire Pave Diamond Stacking Ring 18 Karat Gold Jewelry
By Adolfo Courrier
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant Adolfo Courrier stacking ring, crafted in 18 karat white gold. One estimated 0.05 carat sapphire, accented with 36 estimated 0.01 carat round brilliant cut diamonds totalin...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tacori Sculpted Crescent Pavé Diamond Band Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
By Tacori
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 18 Karat White Gold Gemstones: Diamonds Diamond Count: 17 Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Diamond Total Carat Weight: 0.29 Diamond Color: G - H Diamond Clarity: VS1 - VS2 Ring We...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
No Heat Pigeon Blood Ruby Heart Ring with Pavé Diamonds, Gübelin & GRS
Located in Roma, IT
Striking and exquisitely rare, this bold dome ring features a 2.52 carat heart-shaped ruby of exceptional pedigree and color. Certified by both Gübelin and GRS, the ruby is confirmed...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.53 Carat Pear Cut Brown Diamond Halo Pave Engagement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA-certified 2.53 carat pear-shaped fancy brown-yellow diamond in 18K two-tone gold halo setting featuring SI1 clarity with rose gold prongs and white gold pave diamond band.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,718Sale Price|20% Off
Signet Style Ring with Rose Cut Center Diamond Surrounded by Black Pave Diamonds
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18kt Gold: 3.2g Diamond: 5.81ct Silver:18.37g
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Gold
$6,680Sale Price|20% Off
18 Karat Black Rhodium Gold, Pave Diamond Ebony Wood Cross Cocktail Ring
Located in Santa Monica, CA
18K Black Rhodium Gold, Pave White and Brown Diamond Ebony Wood Cross Cocktail Ring .58 cts. brown diamonds .30 cts. white diamonds
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rhodium
RUCHI 11.51 Carat Colombian Emerald & Pavé Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold Emerald - 11.51ct Total Weight Diamond- 0.28ct Total Weight. All Diamonds are G/H-SI
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Double Halo Pave Diamond Blue Sapphire 18Kt white gold ring marquise cut
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Beautiful ring in 18Kt white gold with a blue sapphire as central stone in oval cut in a very different and exquisite double halo pave setting of diamonds brilliant surrounding the ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Pave 1.10 Carat Diamond Wedding Band Eternity Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
100% Authentic, 100% Customer Satisfaction, Free 30 Days Return Top: 4 mm Band Width: 4 mm Metal: 18K White Gold Size: 8.5 Hallmarks: 18K Total Weight: 3.5 Grams Stone Type:...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Pavé Diamond Flower Motif Cocktail Ring in Polished 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Shape & Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Total Carat Weight: 1.35 CTW Diamond Color: F–G Diamond Clarity: VS Total Item Weight: 7.3 grams Ring Size...
Diamond, 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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