Zorab Creations Gecko Pearl Ring
By Zorab Creation
Located in San Diego, CA
Each and every pearl is known for being unique, and this Zorab Creations South Sea pearl-centered design is certainly inimitable. Inspired and uniquely crafted around the construct...
White Diamond, Natural Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Palladium, Enamel
18K Gold Serpenti Diamond and Mother of Pearl Ring, Modern Design
Located in Jupiter, FL
Featured here is a sleek, 18K gold, diamond and mother of pearl serpent ring.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Gray Pearl Ring 18 Karat Gold Tahitian Pearl Two Tone Gold and Diamonds
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Grey Tahitian Pearl Ring with Natural Diamonds Bold and Elegant look Pre owned- as new condition 18K Gold approx 14 grams Hight Quality workmanship - well made ring Two tone...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Yellow Gold Round Mabe Pearl Ring
Located in Coral Gables, FL
18 Karat Yellow Gold Round Mabe Pearl Ring With 0.92 Inch Diameter Including Bezel. Finger Size 5.5; Purchase Includes One Sizing Service Prior To Shipment. Finished Weight Is 13.7 G...
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.65 Carat Diamond and Pearl Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Pearl & Diamond Ring. The ring is 18K White Gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 1...
Antique Pearl and Diamond Ring, 1800s
Located in Milano, MI
Antique ring from the beginning of the 19th century in 18ct gold and silver. The diamonds are rose cut coroné with a central cultured pearl. The silver and gold combination was typic...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 1980s Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with a South Sea Pearl measuring 13.74mm, and Round Brilliant and Baguette cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 2.50 carats. Circa 1980s S...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Autore Pearl & Diamond Ring Circa 1990s
By Autore
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
An Autore designer ring featuring a golden South Sea pearl with pave' set champagne coloured diamonds on a off-set rounded rose gold band.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Edwardian Pearl Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Pearl Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1900 Hallmarked Birmingham- The date letter has rubbed. Makers Mark L & W Lovely, Edwardian gold ring. Set with six pretty, natural...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Tiffany T. Wire 18K Rose Gold Natural Diamonds Mother Pearl Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Baltimore, MD
Tiffany & Co. Tiffany T. Wire Ring 18K Rose Gold Natural Diamonds Mother Pearl Metal: 18k rose gold Weight: 3.25 grams Diamonds: Carat total weight .07 natural round diamonds D-F V...
Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold
Black Pearl and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have striking contemporary cluster ring. This modern piece has been crafted from 18ct white gold and showcases a captivating black Tahitian pearl as its centrepiece. Surround...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold 0.31ct Ruby and Pearl Trilogy Band Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A ruby and pearl ring in gold, comprising one round cut ruby and two pearls, set to a band of 18 karat yellow gold. The round cut ruby is a gorgeous, vibrant pinkish red hue, that...
Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 4.85 Cttw. Pearl, Blue and Pink Sapphire/Diamond Ring Size 7 In 18K/SS
Located in New York, NY
The combination of silver and 18K yellow gold enhances the ring's overall aesthetic appeal.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterlin...
Antique Edwardian Diamond Pearl Ring Moi et Toi 18k Gold Silver Topped Jewelry 9
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Edwardian diamond & pearl 'moi et toi' ring crafted in 18k yellow gold (circa 1910s).
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Cross Over Pearl Diamond Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
18kt White Gold & Diamond Cross Over Ring set with one Black Pearl & 1 white Pearl. Each Pearl measuring approximately 8.5mm. Marked as 750 or 18kt Gold. The shoulders are...
Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Turtle Fancy Diamond Ruby & White Pearl 18K Rose Gold Animal Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.40x1.60x2.60cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "28 Fancy Diamonds 0.31 CT 2 Ruby 0.03 CT 7 White Shell 1.65 CT 18KR 5.78 GM (WBTT)"
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
John Hardy Vintage 18k Gold & Sterling Silver Pearl Cocktail Ring
By John Hardy
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
John Hardy Vintage 18k Gold & Sterling Silver Pearl Cocktail Ring is a striking piece that embodies a perfect blend of elegance and craftsmanship.
$3,720Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Pearl Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
A magnificent 18k white Gold ring set with a South Sea Pearl 13mm and Sparkling round brilliant cut Diamonds 1.25 cts.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Spinning Tension Set Fresh Water Pearl Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Spinning Tension Set Pearl Ring The ring is 18K White Gold. The pearl is 8.3mm Fresh Water Cultured The ring is a size 6.5, NOT SIZABLE.
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
South Sea Pearl Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
large 18k gold cocktail ring, set with a 20.2mm South Sea pearl, approx. 2.75ctw in diamonds.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
South Sea Cultured Pearl and Diamond 18K White Gold Ring – Luxury Fine Jewelry
Located in Pasadena, CA
This 18K white gold ring features a South Sea cultured pearl measuring about 13.7 mm, surrounded by round cut diamonds.
18k Gold
Vintage Pearl and Diamond Cluster Ring, 8mm Pearl, 18ct Gold, London 1987
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
A classic vintage pearl and diamond cluster ring, crafted in 18ct gold and hallmarked for London, 1987. The ring is set with a cultured white pearl measuring approximately 8mm in di...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
An Impressive 9.6mm Golden Pearl & Top Quality Diamond Ring in 18K Rose Gold
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Mounted in 18K Rose Gold Total item’s weight: 5.9gr. Ring’s size: L 1/2 (free re-sizing) Presented in a box, with valuation certificate
Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold
South Sea Pearl Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
It is complemented by 1.50 carats of round brilliant-cut diamonds adding sparkle and brilliance to the piece. Made in 18k yellow gold and ready to be worn! Ring Size 6.25 Weight: 1...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra 18K Gold Diamond & Mother of Pearl Ring VC14-052026
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
Right at the center, a single bezel-set diamond adds a tiny drop of pure brightness, framed by a delicate border of signature gold beads.In estate condition, this Van Cleef & Arp...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Natural South Seas Pearl Diamonds Rings 18kt*
Located in New York, NY
12.7mm Natural South Seas White Pearl Ring Silver overtone .50ct Natural Round Diamonds 18kt. yellow gold 12.9 grams. Current ring size: 7.5 We may resize. Ring: 13.8mm Wide ...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pearl Ring (South Sea) with Diamonds, Light Gold, 12.5 mm, in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in München, DE
A sophisticated ring featuring a magnificent South Sea pearl in a delicate creamy hue, approximately 12.5 mm in diameter.
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Natural pearl and diamond ring circa 1900
Located in Uccle, BE
Antique white gold 18K ring set with a center natural pearl and a pavé setting of antique diamonds " rose cut diamonds".
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14.07 Carat Pearl Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold, sterling silver with blackened finish. Handcrafted in 14.07 carat pearl & illuminated with 2.68 carats rose cut diamonds. ...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Pearl & Rose cut Diamonds Green Enamel Ring
Located in Milano, MI
Unusual ring from the 1960s with green enamel typical of the period set in 18ct gold, featuring a Japanese cultured pearl surrounded by rose cut diamonds. Highlights - 1960s period ...
Diamond, Pearl, Enamel, 18k Gold
GIT Certified Golden South Sea Pearl Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
From flowers collection design, an exclusive ring in 18k gold with a natural and untreated golden south sea pearl of 13mm , excellent quality, and special cut diamonds of 1,03 carats...
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Golden South Sea Pearl Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A marvelous ring featuring a 14.5mm golden South Sea Pearl. The sheen of this stunning pearl is a perfect match for the 4.80 carats of round cut and baguette cut diamonds of this 18K...
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Luxle Natural South Sea Pearl/Ruby and VS Diamond 18K Gold Ring Size 7
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your engagement moment with the Luxle South Sea Pearl, Ruby, and Diamond Engagement Ring in 18k white gold.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, South Sea Pearl, White Gold, Rhodium
Tahitian & Akoya Pearl Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A lovely ring featuring a large and fine quality Tahitian pearl measuring 11.3mm.
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1884 Ring natural Seed Pearls Enamel solid 18K Gold Ø US6 / 1.1 gr
Located in SE
Antique 18K Gold Ring decorated with hand - engraved enameled eight- pointed Star and three natural River Pearls.
Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
South Sea Pearl with Tsavorite and Cabochon Ruby Frog Ring Set in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
South Sea Pearl with Tsavorite 1.75 carats and Cabochon Ruby 0.25 carat Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 1.6 cm Length: 2.1 cm Ring Size: 54 Total Weight: 22.16 gra...
South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold
French Cultured Pearls Diamond Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
French cultured pearls diamond gold ring, circa 1970s Seventeen cultured pearls of varying sizes, round-cut diamonds, set on 18 karat yellow gold Size: 6.5 US; top width 0.75 inch ...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ippolita Rock Candy Mother of Pearl/ Multi Stones Dome Ring 18K Yellow Gold sz 7
By Ippolita
Located in beverly hills, CA
The ring is crafted in 18K yellow gold, marked Ippolita 18K.
Onyx, Pearl, Quartz, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Georgian pearl ring in 18 karat gold, rectangular shape, natural pearl
Located in PARIS, FR
French Georgian pearl ring in 18 karat gold, rectangular in shape and centered with 6 fine pearls held by gold threads in an oval star decoration, on a background of small matte gold...
Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
c1920s Vintage Art Deco Amethyst Ring Pearl Filigree 18k White Gold Oval Sz 8
Located in Torrance, CA
Metal & Hallmark: 18 karat white gold. The ring is hallmarked "18k" gold.
Amethyst, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Wide Pearl Diamond Pink Sapphire Rose 18K Gold Exclusive Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Rose Gold 18K Ring Natural Pearl 3,85 ct Pink Sapphire 168-2 ct Diamond 237 - 1 ct With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewellery...
Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18K Reverse Crystal Mother of Pearl Hand Painted Brown War Pony Ring
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
18K reverse crystal mother of pearl hand painted ledger art brown war pony ring
Crystal, 18k Gold
18K Mother of Pearl Black and White War Horse Reverse Crystal Ring
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
18K ledgand art lack and white paointed war horse ring reverse crystal on mother of pearl hand painted
Crystal, 18k Gold
Golden Pearl Diamond Rose Gold Ring
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
This delightful 15mm Golden Pearl and Diamond Rose Gold Ring features one 15mm Cultured Golden Pearl and 20 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds with a total weight of .53 carats. Metal: 1...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 18kt Gold Halo Ring with Diamonds & Pearl
Located in Aventura, FL
SPECIFICATIONS: Period: Circa 1910s, Antique Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Stones: Baroque Pearl & Natural Diamonds Ring Size: 5 1/2 (sizable) Ring Width: 0.55 inches (14.0 mm) Total weigh...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond and Freshwater Cultured Baroque Pearl Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
The ring is 18K Yellow Gold There are 0.04 Carats in Diamonds G VS The baroque pearl is 12.73mm x 8.00mm Freshwater Cultured The ring is a size 7, sizable The ring weighs 5.3 grams W...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 1...
Pearl and Brilliant Cut Diamond Accent Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and sculptural, this piece embodies sophistication with a modern edge. Details: Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Gemstone: Brilliant Cut Diamonds .15ct Pearl (14mm) Ring Size: 8.50
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian Pearl, Ruby & Diamond Ring in Gold
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
A beautifully refined treasure from the Edwardian era, this antique pearl, ruby, and diamond ring is masterfully crafted in rich gold, showcasing the elegance and artistry that defin...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Sapphire, Diamond & Pearl Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Pearl, Sapphire & Diamond Cocktail Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Edwardian Circa 1900 Calibrated Sapphires, Old Cut Diamonds & Natural Pearl to the Centre UK Size N 1/2 U...
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
White Gold, Diamond and Tahitian Pearl Ring
Located in Coral Gables, FL
18 Karat White Gold Ring Featuring An 11.5mm Tahitian Cultured Pearl Accented By 38 Round Diamonds Of SI Clarity & H Color. Finger Size 8.5; Purchase Includes One Sizing Service. Fin...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Serpenti 18K White Gold 0.41ct Diamond and Mother of Pearl Ring BV17-011926
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This Bvlgari Serpenti ring exudes understated elegance. The subtle 18K White Gold setting comes to life thanks to opulent Mother of Pearl accents and inset Diamonds with a total weig...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold Diamond and Pearl Cocktail Ring Approx 5.7 CTW
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Metal - 18k White Gold Stones - Approx 5.7ctw Natural Diamonds and Pearls Weight - 20.8 Grams Size - 7 US and Resizable This stunning large cocktail ring is crafted in luxurious ...
Italian Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring with Pearl
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The Italian Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring is an elegant piece crafted in 18kt yellow gold, featuring a stunning prong-set white pearl at its center. Designed with a delicate flower moti...
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Pearl and Diamond Navette Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful pearl and diamond navette ring dating back to the Victorian period. A charming pair of gemstones consisting of a round natural pearl and old European cut di...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$1,861Sale Price|20% Off
Opal 18 Karat Gold Natural Grey Pearl Ring
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Carved opal in a lotus flower shape, 18 kt yellow gold gr.8,10 natural grey pearl, size 13 eu All Giulia Colussi jewelry is new and has never been previously owned or worn. Each it...
Opal, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Large Pearl and Diamond Double Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Large Pearl and Diamond Double Halo Ring Description This ring features a large white pearl in the center. The pearl is surrounded by two rows of round brilliant-cut diamonds that f...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gucci 18K Gold Mother-of-Pearl and Diamond 4 Leaf Clover Ring
By Gucci
Located in Palm Beach, FL
GUCCI has created their own lucky four leaf clover in 18k yellow gold with realistic leaves fashioned from slightly bombe Mother-of-Pearl surrounding the diamond center. .
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow 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.
The pearl has been synonymous with ladylike elegance since the Tudor period — learn what to look for when shopping for vintage and antique pearl jewelry as well as how to tell the origin of a pearl with our handy primer.
Every woman at some point in her life desires a simple strand of pearls. They are elegant, timeless, versatile — just ask Coco Chanel or Jacqueline Kennedy — and valuable. In 1917, Pierre Cartier famously traded a double-strand of natural pearls for a Fifth Avenue mansion, the Cartier brand’s flagship store ever since. And if you were born in the beginning of summer, pearl is the June birthstone.
It is possible to tell where a pearl originated from its appearance. Akoyas are usually round and white — the classic pearl, if you will. South Sea pearls are normally larger and vary in color; orangey yellow ones are not uncommon. Tahitian pearls are mostly black but can also be gray or brown, and between the Akoya and the South Sea varieties in size. Freshwater pearls, or Orientals, run the gamut in terms of color and size, but in shape, they tend to resemble Rice Krispies. Another important distinction is a round pearl versus a baroque pearl. A round pearl is self-explanatory, but there are two types of baroque pearls: symmetrical and asymmetrical. In general, the symmetrical variation commands a higher valuation. Within a strand of pearls, uniformity is prized — the more the individual pearls resemble one another, the more valuable the strand.
According to the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), the earliest recorded mention of a pearl was in 2206 BC by a Chinese historian. Centuries later, Christopher Columbus made it a point to visit pearl fisheries during his 15th-century exploration of the Caribbean. Since the late-19th century, the Japanese have been at the forefront of cultivating pearls, when jeweler Kokichi Mikimoto successfully cultured the world’s first pearl in 1893.
On 1stDibs, find vintage and antique pearl necklaces, pearl earrings and other accessories.
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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