1970s Native American Silver Onyx Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the 1970s Native American Silver Onyx Ring—a stunning cocktail ring that captures the
Vintage 1970s Cocktail Rings
Onyx, Silver
1970s Native American Silver Onyx Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the 1970s Native American Silver Onyx Ring—a stunning cocktail ring that captures the
Onyx, Silver
1970s Coral Onyx Diamond Gold Dome Ring
Located in New York, NY
1970s vintage 18k gold dome ring, featuring coral and onyx top, with approx. 0.26ctw H/Si diamonds
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Gold
1970's Yellow Ceylon 7.80 Carats Sapphire Diamond Onyx 18k Heart Cocktail ring
Located in Miami, FL
This vintage 1980's wide GIA certified Sri Lankan Yellow Sapphire & Diamond ring is the perfect
Diamond, Onyx, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Black Onyx and Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Ring, circa 1970s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This sleek 1970s crown motif ring features a central round cabochon black onyx stone measuring 8 mm
Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Black Onyx and Diamond Dome Yellow Gold Ring, circa 1970s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This grandiose 1970s black onyx and diamond dome ring, crafted in 14K yellow gold, captures the
Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
Cartier Paris 1970s Coral Onyx Gold Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Vintage coral & onyx ring by Cartier. Set with six rectangular cabochon onyx alternated by six
Coral, Onyx, Yellow Gold, Gold
Onyx Bead 18K Yellow Gold Ring, circa 1970s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This bold and grandiose black onyx bead ring from the 1970s exudes striking elegance. Crafted in
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Diamond and Onyx 18k Yellow Gold Ring by Emis, circa 1970s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This glamorous and impressive 1970s Emis diamond and black onyx ring exudes elegance and
Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s 14k Yellow Gold Onyx Cocktail Ring, Designer Unknown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bold and timeless, this vintage onyx ring embodies the refined strength of 1970s design. The sleek
Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s 14KT Yellow Gold Diamond and Black Onyx Ring
Located in New York, NY
Made with 14KT yellow gold and adorned with beautiful diamonds and black onyx, this vintage ring is
Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Masonic Signet Ring in 18KT Yellow Gold with Onyx Panel
Located in Braintree, GB
Weight: 8.5 grams Specifications: Year: Vintage, 1970s Metal: 18KT yellow gold Other details: Signet ring
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
CARTIER PARIS 18k Yellow Gold, Onyx & Diamond Modernist Ring w/Box 1970s Vintage
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier Paris 18k Yellow Gold, Onyx & Diamond Modernist Ring 1970s Vintage Here is your
Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18k Onyx Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier 1970s 18k fun looking Onyx Diamond Ring, 16.4 g, apron size 6, marked Cartier 18k
Vintage 14KT Gold Sardonyx Intaglio Signet Ring, 1970s
Located in Braintree, GB
A vintage 1970s signet ring in 14KT gold, set with a sardonyx intaglio panel engraved with a
Onyx, 15k Gold
1970s Diamond Enamel 18K Gold Dome Statement Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Presenting a Vintage 1970's Diamond Onyx 18K Gold Dome Statement Ring forged in 18K Yellow gold
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Enamel
Boucheron 18K Gold Coral Onyx Gadrooned Double Ring Brooch 1970s
By Boucheron
Located in Monaco, MC
brooch from the 1970s demonstrates the house's mastery of form at a moment when French haute joaillerie
Coral, Onyx, 18k Gold
Unavailable
1970s Onyx and Diamond Ring
Located in Carmel, CA
This striking onyx ring was crafted circa 1970. It features .20 total carats of diamonds and it
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Chaumet 1970s Interchangeable Coral and Onyx Gold Ring
By Chaumet
Located in London, GB
Chaumet's 1970s Ring in 18 carats'Gold with an interchangable baby skine coral and onyx pyramid
Coral, Onyx, 18k Gold
1970s Rock Crystal, Onyx, Diamond and Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Torino, IT
This sleek and wearable 1970s ring is formed by two onyx layers alterned by a rock crystal layer
Diamond, Onyx, Rock Crystal, Crystal, White Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970’s Jade Onyx Yellow Gold Pyramidal Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This extravagant ring of unique design exposes a pyramidal jadeite approx. 15mm x 15mm within an
Jade, Onyx, 18k Gold
1970's Diamond Black Onyx 14 Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Cocktail Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
1970's diamond and onyx cocktail ring crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. The ring features black onyx
Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold
1970s onyx Diamond gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This stylish retro Italian diamond and black onyx large cocktail ring is set in 18K yellow gold
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Spritzer & Fuhrmann 1970s Coral Onyx Inlay Diamond Gold Ring
By Spritzer & Fuhrmann
Located in New York, NY
1970s, 18k gold ring by Spritzer & Fuhrmann, set with inlayed coral and onyx, with approx. 0.12ctw
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Gold
1970s Onyx 18 Karat Yellow Gold Man Band Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
which is set an onyx. Height: 7.6 mm, Tray width: 22.9 mm, Thickness: 3.5 mm, Ring width at the base
Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Onyx South Sea Pearl Diamond Gold Dome Ring
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Finely made ring with clean classic lines featuring a South Sea Pearl center with interchanging
Diamond, Onyx, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
1970s Van Cleef & Arpels Black Onyx Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Funky and elegant ring created by Van Cleef & Arpels in the 1970's. Stylish and wearable, the
White Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Contemporary Onyx 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bold Estate Cocktail Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
1970's Contemporary onyx cocktail ring handcrafted in 18 karat yellow gold. The bold ring features
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
BOUCHERON PARIS 18kYellow Gold & Onyx Ring Vintage Circa 1970s
By Boucheron
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Boucheron Paris 18k Yellow Gold & Onyx Ring Vintage Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful
Onyx, Gold
1970s Vintage 2.52cts Diamond Onyx 18K Gold Statement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
grooved shank is crafted in solid 18k yellow gold casing Black Onyx that envelops the entire ring. The
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
La Triomphe 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Onyx Sculptural Ring c. 1970s
By La Triomphe
Located in New York, NY
Signed La Triomphe 18K yellow gold diamond onyx cocktail ring set with 28 round brilliant cut
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Geometric Onyx & Diamond Cocktail Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Miami, FL
This vintage ring, circa 1975–1985, embodies the dramatic glamour of the era. Crafted in 14K yellow
Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage circa 1970s Onyx Diamond Cocktail Ring Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant vintage cocktail ring (circa 1970s), crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. Centrally mounted
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Diamond Onyx Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This fabulous1970's wide cocktail ring is adorned with 18 genuine round cut Diamonds approx
Diamond, 18k Gold
1970s 1.8 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Onyx Gold Chunky Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This a great heavy ring. WE think the center emerald cut diamond is over 2cts, but to be safe, I
Onyx, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Strong and Bold 1970s La Triomphe Black Onyx Diamond Gold Ring
By La Triomphe
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds and Buff Cut Onyx . An extremely well made strong and bold geometric designed ring.This rings
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Strong and Bold 1970s La Triomphe Black Onyx Diamond Gold Ring
By La Triomphe
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds and Buff Cut Onyx. An extremely well made strong and bold geometric designed ring. This rings
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
1970s Arthur King Carved Rock Crystal, Onyx, and Textured Gold Ring
By Arthur King
Located in New York, NY
A carved rock crystal, onyx, and textured 18 karat gold ring, by Arthur King, c. 1970. This ring
Rock Crystal, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
1970s Ruser Ring with Center GIA Emerald Cut Diamond, Coral and Onyx
Located in New York, NY
carat with coral and onyx. Signed by Ruser . Circa 1970's.
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Platinum
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Onyx and Bakelite Cocktail Ring, circa 1970s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible cocktail ring Truly a great
Onyx, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s Onyx Diamond Band 18 Karat Yellow Gold Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage onyx & diamond band (circa 1970s), crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. Onyx
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Ruser with Center GIA Emerald Cut Coral and Onyx
Located in New York, NY
,coral and onyx. Signed by Ruser. Circa 1970
Coral, Emerald, Onyx, Platinum
1970s Gold Coral and Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa: 1970s 18K yellow Gold Ring set with Coral, Onyx and Diamonds. Finger Size = 6 1/2
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Vintage 70s Set of 2 Rings Diamond Coral Onyx 18k Yellow Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage set of 2 diamond, coral & onyx rings (circa 1970s) crafted in 18 karat yellow gold
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Diamond Enamel 18K Gold Dome Statement Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Presenting a Vintage 1970's Diamond Onyx 18K Gold Dome Statement Ring forged in 18K Yellow gold
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Boucheron Coral Gold Bangle Bracelet Ring Earrings Set, 1970s
By Boucheron
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Boucheron in Paris in the 1970s. The set is made of 18 karat yellow gold, coral, black onyx and sprinkled
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Black Onyx Chalcedony Intaglio Portrait Ring, White Gold Circa 1970's
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Black Onyx Cameo Intaglio Ring & Chalcedony natural white carved portrait. The top of the ring
Chalcedony, Onyx, 10k Gold, White Gold
1970s VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Black Onyx Diamond & Yellow Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Adorable Duck ring created by Van Cleef & Arpels in the 1970's. Made of 18k yellow gold and
Onyx, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Onyx and Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold, circa 1970s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This stark and polished 1970s ring is a striking display of contrast and elegance, expertly crafted
Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
1970s Van Cleef and Arples coral, onyx and diamond ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
A timeless 70s piece from the legendary french maison Van Cleef and Arples. A ring that warms the
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
1970s H.Stern 18 Karat Gold Ring with Bone, Onyx and Diamonds
By H. Stern
Located in Oakland, CA
Very unusual glossy black onyx, bone ring set in 18k gold with diamond accents. Ring best fits a US
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Carved Bone Ring With 14K Framed Semi Precious Stones, 1970’s
Located in Atlanta, GA
1970’s carved bone ring with semi precious stones accented by 14K gold bezels and studs. The
Garnet, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, 14k Gold
1970s Diamond Bar Ring Black Onyx 14 Karat Yellow Gold Square Stacking Band
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage black onyx & diamond bar ring (circa 1970s) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Le Triomphe Onyx and Diamond Gold Ring
By Le Triomphe
Located in New York, NY
A modern and ultra chic ring design by Le Triomphe of 18K gold rope motif set with three large
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
1970's Coral Onyx Diamond White Gold Ring
Located in Berlin, DE
Italian 1970's design. Mix of coral and onyx accented by 24 brilliant-cut diamonds with a total
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
1970s Onyx Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Stylish oval design 18KT white and yellow gold ring featuring a bezel set oval cut Onyx plaque
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
1970s Gold Onyx Diamond Geometric Ring Set
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A pair of 14k gold rings set with onyx and approximately 0.20ctw of G-H/VS diamonds. The ring is a
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold
1970s Onyx Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A 1970s Onyx and Diamond Ring made in 14k gold. The ring contains approximately 0.12ctw in
1970s Stylish 18 Karat Onyx and Diamond Ring
Located in Torino, IT
A Fashionable and Unique 1970s Ring showcasing two bombé Onyx elements and round Brilliant Diamonds
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
1970s La Triomphe Onyx Gold and Diamond Ring
By La Triomphe
Located in Torino, IT
Attractive, unconventional and asymmetrical 1970s La Triomphe Onyx Gold and Diamond ring. A
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Gold
TIFFANY & CO. 1970s Gold Ring with Ivory and Onyx
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
18k gold ring designed as a chunky rectangular shaped setting with two ivory and one black onyx
Onyx
Van Cleef & Arpels 1970s Onyx Diamond and Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A ring centering upon a smooth onyx buckle-like plaque, woven through with a round-cut diamond pave
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
1970s Huge Barbara Anton Pearl Onyx Gold Free Form Ring
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A 14k yellow gold ring set with pearls and onyx. The ring is a size 9, top measures 48mm long x
Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold
1970s Square Large Onyx and Bold Gold Unisex Ring
Located in New York, NY
One Unisex Large 18kt Textured Gold Ring Cenering A 22mm Square Cut Onyx stone. Onyx Is Beautifully
Onyx, 18k Gold
Gold Bombe Onyx and Diamond Wave Ring, circa 1960s-1970s
Located in Torino, IT
This sleek and wearable ring is of bombe form with a wave motif to adorn your hand, It is set in
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Unusual 1970s Diamond and Black Onyx Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
An eye-catching jet black onyx and diamond two stepped 18k gold cocktail ring...very chic and most
Diamond
Vintage circa 1970s 9 Carat Gold Flat Buff Top Rectangular Onyx Signet Ring
Located in Hamilton, AU
low profile that is comfortably perfect. The Hawke Ring Gem Details The black buff top Onyx measures
Onyx, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Circa 1970s Grooved Black Buff Top Onyx Signet Ring 9 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
collection. The Melia Ring Gem Details The black onyx rectangular buff top measures approximately 11.0x9.70
Onyx, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s French Onyx diamond Gold dome Ring
Located in New York, NY
French 18K gold dome ring, pave diamond set and onyx. This 1970's beautiful ring weights 5.08dwt
Onyx, White Diamond, 18k Gold
1970s Carved Onyx Diamond Gold Dome Ring
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A 14k yellow gold ring set with carved onyx and approximately 0.14ctw of H/SI1 diamonds. The ring
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold
1970s La Triomphe Malachite Onyx Diamond Gold Ring
By La Triomphe
Located in Lambertville, NJ
18k gold ring, crafted by La Triomphe, decorated with approximately 0.55ctw in diamonds, onyx and
Diamond, Malachite, Onyx, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1970s Rectangular Buff Top Black Onyx Ring 9 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
A bold rectangular buff top jet onyx makes The Zoya Ring a debonair signet ring, the perfect
Onyx, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Circa 1970s 9 Carat Yellow Gold Cushion Shaped Onyx Vintage Men's Signet Ring
Located in Hamilton, AU
encompassed with black onyx. We have named this dapper piece The Vaughn Ring. The Vaughn Ring has a confident
Onyx, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Modernist Scandinavian 1970s 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Oslo, NO
Stylish, subtle and well crafted gold ring with a significant onyx stone. Most likely design and
Onyx, 14k Gold
$600Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Turquoise, Onyx & Diamonds Art Deco Style Victorian Cocktail/ Dome Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very beautiful Turquoise, Onyx & Diamonds Art Deco style, Victorian Cocktail/ Dome Ring set in 14K Gold & Silver 925. The weight of the Turquoise is 1.14 carats. The weight of Blac...
Diamond, Onyx, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Silver
Pink Coral, Red Coral, Jade, Diamonds, 14 Kt Rose Gold Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Retrò ring in 14 kt rose gold structure mounted with a central pink coral surrounded by red coral, jade and diamonds. This ring was totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths and ...
Coral, Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Tiffany & Company Paloma Picasso Large Impressive Citrine Cabochon Ring
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990s Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Company 18K Yellow Gold Ring, the top measures 1 inch in Diameter and is set with a Large Impressive Cabochon Domed Citrine of Approximately ...
Citrine, 18k Gold
Vintage Cartier Amber Cabochon Collar Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Cartier Vintage Signed Jewelry Style: Tubugas Yellow Gold Collar Necklace with Amber Cabochon Serial Number: 745623 Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Size: 14 Inches Dimensions: 14 - 15 ...
Amber, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
BUCCELLATI Aquamarine Diamond Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By Gianmaria Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite vintage Gianmaria Buccellati cocktail ring is crafted in 18k brushed and textured yellow gold with white gold accents. This ring is set with a faceted oval 7.0mm x 10....
Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Onyx and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a classically styled plaque ring crafted during the pinnacle of the Art Deco movement. This 14ct white gold piece features a single round faceted old European cut diamon...
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold
A Victorian gold and turquoise serpent necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian gold and turquoise serpent necklace, the flexible tapering yellow gold body formed of three rows of scale-like collets each set with a round cabochon-cut turquoise, the h...
Turquoise, Gold
Byzantine Style Emerald Green Cabochon Tourmaline, Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Large, ornate Byzantine style cushion shaped emerald green tourmaline, diamond and 18K yellow gold statement ring. High quality, impressive ring very similar to the Elizabeth Gage T...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Turquoise And Diamond Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
This is a truly one-of-a-kind vintage piece: the 18k yellow gold oversized David Webb cocktail ring. This stunning ring features a large turquoise stone at its center, framed by an o...
Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$880Sale Price|20% Off
Turquoise & Silver Ring American, Circa 1920s
Located in Northampton, MA
This sleek, graphic turquoise and silver ring was created near the 1920s, and is consistent in design, quality, and materials to rings created by the Zuni nation; however the ring is...
Turquoise, Silver
1943 Ring 6.5 ct natural Cornflow Blue Sapphire solid 18K Gold Ø US4.75/ 4gr
Located in SE
Ring for every day in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with natural light Cornflower Blue Sapphire of oval cut 12 mm x 10 mm x 5.12 mm / ca. 6.5 ct that demonstrates peculiar internal...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Cartier Ring c1945 Bombe Fluted Dome 14k Gold Sz 5.75 Shell Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Cartier bombe cocktail ring (circa 1945) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. The stylish vintage ring features a fluted high dome in a textured shell motif. Th...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Onyx Diamond Gold Bombe Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
High style 18kt Yellow Gold Ring with pave set Diamond sides set in Platinum and polished Black Onyx Body. Super sophisticated. Size 6.5
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
$36,500
Cartier Diamond Bypass Ring
By Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
An incredible contemporary design by the legendary Cartier sets apart this exceptional bypass ring. Crafted of 18k yellow gold, the piece is designed as two curved, bombe sections in...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Citrine Gemstone Cocktail Ring -14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Beautiful designer styled large 14k yellow gold citrine ring. This unique ring features a large yellow citrine stone with sunburst faceting held by 4 heart shaped prongs. The prongs ...
Citrine, Diamond, Tsavorite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
No Heat 25.13 Carats Champagne Sapphire Diamond 18K Halo Cabochon Ring
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
Absolutely gorgeous, and very rare 23.13 ct. No heat champagne sapphire cabochon cushion, with good quality round, cut white diamonds G color VS-SI in clarity weighing approx. 2.00 c...
Diamond, Sapphire, 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 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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If diamonds don’t seem right, what about a magnificent sapphire, ruby or emerald?
Accounting for just 1 percent of all diamonds, these marvels of nature are exceedingly rare and gorgeously complex.
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.