Fred diamond and mother of pearl cluster ring, French, circa 1970.
By Fred
Located in London, GB
Fred diamond and mother of pearl cluster ring. Set with a round old cut diamond to centre in a closed back rubover setting with an approximate weight of 3.00 carats, encircled by a s...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Pearl Diamonds 18 kt Gold Crown
Located in Napoli, Campania
Elegant ring in 18 kt white gold with a large pearl surrounded by a diamonds crown. pearl (2.70 gr) diamonds (0.79 kt) tot. weight 13.60 gr RF G IROH RK.AIFA108 For any enquires...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Art Nouveau Ring 1920's Old Mine Diamond and Pearl Cultured Yellow Gold 18 Kts
Located in MADRID, ES
Original and spectacular Art Nouveau ring from the 1920s, 18K yellow gold, with leaf pattern, with a central culture pearl of 3.90 mm in diameter and two antique diamonds cut in a mi...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Mother of Pearl Between The Finger Ring Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Aventura, FL
Magic Alhambra Between the Finger ring, 18K yellow gold, white mother-of-pearl. Details: Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels Model: VCARN05500 Type: Magic Alhambra Between The Finger Ring...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
1990s Rose Gold Diamond Trio Ring Set with Lapis, Pearl, and Coral
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
Width: 4 mm. Weight: 2.7 gr 2. Ring with diamonds and mother of pearl in 18k rose gold with mother-of-pearl inserts and brilliant-cut diamonds for a total of approximately 0.30 ct.
Coral, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Chic Delicate Mother of Pearl White Diamond Yellow 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Yellow Gold 18K Ring (Matching Earrings and Necklace Available) Weight 2.8 gram Size 16.8 Diamond 2-Round 57-0,08-4/6A Nacre 4-0,77 ct With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry ...
18k Gold
18KT Rose Gold, 14.35Ct. Amethyst & 8.07Ct Mother of Pearl Ring with Diamonds
By Sofragem
Located in New York, NY
The 14.35 carat faceted cabochon amethyst is backed by an 8.07 carat natural mother of pearl, giving the amethyst its unusual yet stunning luster. The amethyst is set in 18 karat ros...
Amethyst, 18k Gold
$14,240Sale Price|20% Off
South Sea Pearl (14mm) and Diamond Ring, Wearable as Pendant, Japan PEPCA Cert.
Located in Irvine, CA
💎 Luxurious Details: ✔ Certified 14mm South Sea pearl with Japanese PEPCA certificate ✔ Surrounded by marquise-cut diamonds for brilliant sparkle ✔ 18k white gold setting ✔ Conver...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Modern Sapphire Mother of Pearl Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bangle Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. The setting of this second-hand yellow gold ring is formed of 2 rings that are adorned on the front center with a square sapphire s...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat White Gold Akoya Pearl and Diamond
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 18K white gold Akoya Pearl: 9mm Diamond: 8 round brilliant cut = 0.56cttw Color: G Clarity: SI1 Ring Size: 5.5 (please allow two additional shipping...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,989Sale Price / item|20% Off
18 Karat Rose Gold 0.82 TCW Mother Of Pearl Diamond Floral Cocktail Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
18 Karat Rose Gold 0.82 TCW Mother Of Pearl Diamond Floral Cocktail Ring The ring features a beautifully sculpted flower motif—each petal outlined in warm gold and inlaid with mothe...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Handcraft Coral 18 Karat White Gold Mother of Pearl Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Pure Alhambra Ring 18 Karat White Gold, Mother of Pearl
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Inspired by the clover leaf, they give pride of place to the purity and smoothness of its lines. Pure Alhambra ring, 18 K white mother-of-pearl. The ring is currently size 44/14 but...
18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Diamond Sapphire Pearl Tsavorite Precious Chameleon Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Matching Earrings Available When it comes to jewellery, frogs are most definitely lucky charms. The frog is a Native American symbol of wealth and prosperity. ... Owning and wearing...
Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
De Beers White Gold Diamond & Black Mother Of Pearl Enchanted Lotus Ring Size 49
By De Beers
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An elegant 18k white gold diamond and black mother of pearl ring by De Beers from the Enchanted Lotus collection.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Mother of Pearl SI/H Diamond Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold Handmade Jewelry
Located in Deira, AE
Details:- Item Code: SER-210982 Category: Fine Jewelry Jewelry Type: Ring Metal: 18K White Gold Gross Weight: 3.16 Grams Natural Diamond Weight: 0.40 Carats Diamond Clarity: SI Diamo...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Old Cut Diamond and Natural Pearl 18 Carat White Gold Ring, c1920's
Located in London, GB
One of a kind Art Deco 18 carat white gold ring featuring two 6.9mm button natural pearls mounted on either side of a beautifully carved square frame measuring 0.65 x 0.65cm, atop a ...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Asch Grossbardt 18 KT Yellow Gold, 1.00 CT Diamond and Mother of Pearl Dome Ring
By Asch Grossbardt
Located in New York, NY
This lovely Asch Grossbardt ring in 18 karat yellow gold. The stunning dome shaped ring is set with geometric shapes of mother of pearl. The mother of pearl are soft shades of yellow...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-century, 18 karat Tahitian 12 mm pearl with 1.50 carat diamonds
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
A captivating mid-century inspired statement ring centering a magnificent, high-luster black Tahitian 12 mm pearl. The dark pearl showcases rich, deep overtones and sits perfectly ba...
Black Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ksenia Podnebesnaya Tahitian Pearl Malaya Garnet Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Rin
Located in Bangkok, TH
From the “Spheres” collection by Ksenia Podnebesnaya, this ring explores the dialogue between perfect curves and precise structure. At its center rests a remarkable 14 mm Tahitian p...
Diamond, Garnet, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Armor Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels "Armor" Ring Gold, Pearls, Diamonds Circa 2001 Designed as a pavé-set brilliant-cut diamonds band centering an undulating wave motif set with marquise-shaped and b...
Diamond, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
Toi et Moi ring - Extraordinary antique love ring - Edwardian Old cut diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
- Diamond is the birthstone of April - Pearl is the birthstone of June Ring weight : 1,6 gr Ringhead width : 7,7 mm Ring size : 8,25 US - 58 FR Diamond : Rose cut - Si/H Condit...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS 'Cerf-Volants' Rings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Capturing the whimsical allure of two kites in flight, each adorned with diamonds, sapphires, mother-of-pearl and abalone plaque thus displaying the essence of sunlight. 18K Rose gol...
Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$16,800Sale Price|60% Off
NWT $42, 000 18KT Gold Magnificent Rare 8CT Conch Pearl Fancy Yellow Diamond Rin
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are Offering is this Magnificent 18KT Gold Large Extremely Rare Conch Pearl and Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring. This Gorgeous Ring features a Large Gorgeous Conch Pe...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Yoko London 18ct White Gold South Sea "Aurora" Ring
By Yoko London
Located in London, GB
An elegant and contemporary statement ring centered on a luminous 11–12mm Golden South Sea pearl, prized for its rich natural color and exceptional luster. The pearl is beautifully f...
Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
$1,979 / item
Sacchi Black Pearl Ring in 18k Gold and Diamonds
By Sacchi Gioielli
Located in Rome, IT
Exquisite Black Pearl and Diamonds Gemstone Satin Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring, from Sacchi's , hand-crafted with lost-wax casting technique. Lost-wax casting, one of the oldest techni...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat White Gold VCA Mother of Pearl & Diamond Alhambra
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Van Cleef & Arpels Material: 18k white gold Serial #: JE636XXX Diamond: 1 Round Brilliant Diamond: 0.06cttw Color: G Clarity: VS1 Colored Stone: Mother of Pearl Ring Si...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
South Sea Pearl with Blue Sapphire and Diamond ing set in 18 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
South Sea Pearl with Blue Sapphire 1.54 carats and Diamond 0.78 carat Ring set in 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings Width: 1.7 cm Length: 1.7 cm Ring Size: 53 "Since we first opened doo...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Dilys' Keshi Pearl and Diamonds Transformable Piece in 18 Karat Gold
By Dilys'
Located in Hong Kong, HK
An exquisite piece of wearable art. The House of Dilys’ is driven to make luxury wearable – high jewellery that works hard for you. This piece is representative of that mission. Th...
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
$3,872Sale Price|20% Off
South Sea and Diamond Cocktail Fashion Rings
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Diamonds 1.05 Carats South Sea pearl 13-14 mm
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Art Nouveau flower and leaves ring adorned with diamond and natural peal
Located in PARIS, FR
A vibrant yellow gold 750/1000 (18k) Art Nouveau ring decorated with gold leaves and two flower petals.
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Magic Alhambra Size 56 VCARF78956
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k yellow gold mother of pearl ring by Van Cleef & Arpels from the Magic Alhambra collection.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-century 18kt Gold Ring with Baroque Pealr and Diamonds
Located in Aventura, FL
Period: Mid-Century (circa 1970s) Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Stones: Natural Baroque Pearl & Natural Diamonds Ring Size: 5 (sizable) Ring Width: 0.90 inches (22.9 mm) Stamped: "750" Tota...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yoko London South Sea, Diamond and Emerald Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
By Yoko London
Located in London, GB
Each piece of Yoko London jewellery comes complete with a complimentary certificate of authenticity, listing the product specifications such as pearl size and gemstone carat weight. ...
South Sea Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond,...
$7,000Sale Price|20% Off
GILBERT ALBERT 1970 Sculptural Organic Ring In 18Kt Gold Diamonds & Tourmaline
By Gilbert Albert
Located in Miami, FL
Organic ring designed by Gilbert Albert (1930-2019). This is a very rare cocktail ring created in Geneva Switzerland by the iconic jewelry designer Gilbert Albert, back in the 1960'...
Diamond, Pearl, Tourmaline, White Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Yellow G...
$9,600Sale Price|20% Off
Art Nouveau extremely rare Carved Portrait of a Lady Flowing Hair Ring
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This piece is extremely rare as it is a Ladies Head, Face and Flowing hair ring. This was done by a master in the Art Nouveau period. It is not signed and RB in script is all that i...
Coral, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
$7,880Sale Price|20% Off
AMERICAN 1940 Massive Cocktail Ring In 18kT Gold With Cushion-Cut Amethyst
Located in Miami, FL
A Retro-Modernist cocktail ring with massive amethyst. A massive retro-modernist cocktail ring created in America during the late Art Deco period, circa 1938–1940. This bold and scu...
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Georgian Era Ring circa 1825 18 Karat Yellow Gold Memorial Hair Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Metal & Hallmark: 18 karat yellow gold. The ring is hallmarked with the Makers Mark "W.D.W.L" followed by the Duty Mark and "18" for 18 karat gold along with the Date Letter sequence...
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Louis Vuitton Color Blossom Mini Star Ring with Diamond in 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This authentic Louis Vuitton "Color Blossom Mini Star Ring" is a beautifully delicate and iconic piece from one of the world's most celebrated luxury houses, featuring the beloved Mo...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Ruby and Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Style: Statement Ring Ring Size: 8 (resizing available for a fee) Total Weight: 4.60 Grams Ring Height: 11.5 mm Gemstone Specificati...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sunita Nahata Mystic Green Tourmaline Ring in 18KWYG
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Gold: 9.168g, 18K white and yellow gold. Ring Size: US 6.75 - Size can be adjusted for free upon request - please reconfirm with your order.
Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Tsavorite, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Wh...
Sunita Nahata Mystic Green Tourmaline Ring in 18KWYG
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Gold: 7.305g, 18K white and yellow gold. Ring Size: US 6.75 - Size can be adjusted for free upon request - please reconfirm with your order.
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Tourmaline, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Wh...
Sunita Nahata Mystic Green Tourmaline Ring in 18KWYG
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Gold: 9.069g, 18K white and yellow gold. Ring Size: US 6.75 - Size can be adjusted for free upon request - please reconfirm with your order.
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Tourmaline, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Wh...
Antique 18ct Gold Victorian cabachon Garnet Memorial Ring with Black Enamel
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Mourning Ring 18ct Gold Hallmarked London 1844 Makers Mark S R Beautiful Victorian Mourning Ring. Set with Natural Seed Pearls & a Cabochon Foil Backed Gemstone- Poss...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
$2,315 / item
Ada Diamond 18ct Gold Oval Signet Ring
By Mayveda Jewelry
Located in London, GB
Crafted in 18ct yellow gold, The Ada Petite Ring is a refined and smaller interpretation of The Ada Ring. Featuring a delicate, hand-engraved star motif at its center, it carries the...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Opal, Pearl, Pe...
Sunita Nahata Peridot 2.63ct. Fancy Ring in 18KYG with Gemstones & Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This lovely Olivia green rhodolite ring is set in an octagon shape! The mother of pearls that embrace the ring's four corners add to its beauty and elegance. This trendy ring is suit...
White Diamond, Pearl, Peridot, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Sunita Nahata Rhodolite 3.18ct. Fancy Ring in 18KRG with Gemstones & Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This lovely pinkish-red rhodolite ring is set in an octagon shape! The mother of pearls that embrace the ring's four corners add to its beauty and elegance. This trendy ring is suita...
White Diamond, Pearl, Rhodolite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18 Karat White Gold Ring, Set with Diamonds, by Carl Bucherer
By Carl F. Bucherer
Located in Berlin, DE
Original 18 Karat White Gold Ring with Diamonds, by BUCHERER Diamonds, very good quality, total weight 0.81 ct. (Wesselton, VSI 1) Akoya pearls diameter 9mm (0.35 inch) each. US r...
White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Turquoise and White Diamond .43 Carat TW White Gold Fashion Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful fashion ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K White Gold setting with a natural turquoise, white pinctada maxima, and natural round white diamond melee.
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Alex Jona Crazy Cut Amethyst 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dome Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold faceted dome ring, set with a crazy cut amethyst. US size 6, EU size 12, can be sized to any specification. ...
Crystal, Pearl, Rock Crystal, Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Turquoise and White Diamond .51 Carat TW Rose Gold Fashion Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful fashion ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Rose Gold setting with a natural turquoise, white pinctada maxima, and natural round white diamond melee.
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Toi & Moi Diamond Engagement Ring in Yellow Gold & Platinum
Located in Firenze, IT
Early 20th century work "Toi & Moi" ring in yellow gold 750‰, platinum 850‰, claw-set old-cut diamond and brilliant-cut diamond, rose-cut diamonds to the surround. Finger size:...
Natural Pearl, Diamond, Silver, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Alex Jona Rock Crystal over Aventurine 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dome Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold faceted dome ring, set with a crazy cut rock crystal over aventurine. US size 6, EU size 12, can be sized to ...
Crystal, Pearl, Rock Crystal, Aventurine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alex Jona Rock Crystal over Lapis Lazuli 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dome Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold faceted dome ring, set with a crazy cut rock crystal over Lapis lazuli. US size 6, EU size 12, can be sized t...
Crystal, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Nine Precious Gems "Navratan" Statement Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat Yellow Gold Nine Precious Gems "Navratan" Statement Ring This regal modern Navratan (nine) gem and diamond ring is exquisite. Navratnas of the nine gemstones represent the ...
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, C...
Asch Grossbardt Diamond and Multi Gem Inlay Wide Band Ring Set in 18 Karat Gold
By Asch Grossbardt
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstones: Diamonds, 2 Black Onyx, 1 Malachite, 1 Lapis Lazuli, 1 Spiny Oyster, 2 White Mother of Pearl Diamond Count: 5 Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Diam...
Onyx, Pearl, Malachite, Lapis Lazuli, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gol...
18 Karat Gold One of kind Flower Field Ring with Butterfly and Multiple Flowers
Located in Hong Kong, HK
It has pink sapphitre Ring with Multi Color Sapphire and Pearls 81 Round Diamonds- 0.80 CT 8 White Shell - 2.41 CT 149 Round Mixed Sapphires - 2.33 CT 18K ROSE GOLD - 19.70 GM
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Garnet, Natural Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire,...
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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