Art Deco 1.05ct Diamond and Emerald Cluster Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the Art Deco era, this beautiful cluster ring centres around a single old cut diamond, flanked by emeralds.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Yellow Gold Emerald & Diamond Cluster Cocktail Halo Ring 14k Rnd 1.49ctw Tiered
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $35 or Down 2 sizes for $30 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Emeralds Treatment: Oiling Carat(s): 1.40ct...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late Deco 3.50ct Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1930s
Located in London, GB
This stunning cluster ring dates back to the 1930s. At its heart sits an impressive 3.50 carat, cornflower blue sapphire.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Victorian Dutch 14 Karat Gold and Silver Cluster Diamond Ring
Located in Arnhem, NL
The size of the ring is US 9/UK S/EU 60/20 Weight 5 grams Ring face: 16 mm x 16 mm Central diamond: 6 x 6 mm Peripheral diamonds: 2 x 2 mm Est. weight of the central diamond : 0.6 ca...
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Antique 1.40Ct Sapphire and 2.02Ct Diamond, 9k Yellow Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning and impressive antique 1.40 carat sapphire and 2.02 carat diamond, 9 karat yellow gold and 14 karat white gold set cluster ring; part of our diverse 1920s jewellery collec...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Cocktail Bypass Ring 10k Round Brilliant
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $30 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .05ctw Cut: Round Brilli...
Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late Deco 0.60ct Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1930s
Located in London, GB
This elaborate 1930s cluster ring centres around a 0.60 carat, oval cut ruby.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Hearts on Fire Diamond Cluster Cocktail Band - White Gold 18k Rd 2.00ctw Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Retail Price: $9800 Size: 9 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $100 or Down 1 size for $60 Brand: Hearts on Fire Metal Content: 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Cocktail Ring - 10k Round Brilliant 1.00ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 9 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 2 sizes for $40 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1.00ctw Cut: Round ...
Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cluster Floral Gemstone Ruby, Emerald, Diamond Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
The total weight of diamond is approximately 1 carat with G color and VS1-2 clarity.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$7,506Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 14kt. white gold 23.10 ct. jade diamond cluster ring
Located in Braintree, GB
Vintage 14kt. white gold jade diamond cluster ring. Made in Circa. 1970's Hallmarked with 585 gold mark and IPC maker mark.
Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Cocktail Ring 18k Princess 1.50ctw SZ 7 1/4
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 1/4 Design: Invisible Set Stones Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1.50ctw Cut: Princess Color: F - G Clarity: SI1 - I1 Stone N...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 3.62 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The stunning central diamond is a modern brilliant cut. This is surrounded by a halo of sparkling diamonds, with diamonds extending down the shoulders. Total diamond weight certified...
Diamond, Platinum
Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Cluster Cocktail Dome Band 14k Rd 1.80ctw Stripes Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 or Down 1/2 a size for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Rubies Treatment: Heating Carat(s): 1.10ctw Cut: Rou...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early Art Deco Colombian Emerald Diamond Platinum Antique Cluster Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an emerald cut emerald weighing 1.29 carats - transparent medium-deep green Natural Colombian in origin with insignificant traditional clarity enhancement Bezel set with a ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage French 1.02 Carat Sapphire and 1.13 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Sapphire Quality Color Natural blue Cut Oval mixed Content 1.02 carats Dimensions 6.12mm x 5.45mm x 2.73mm Diamond Quality Color (average grades) H Clarity (average grades) SI2 Cut ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Leaf Cluster Natural Diamond Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
★ MATERIALS ★ ♥ Stone: Natural Diamonds Shape: Round Carat: 0.58ct Clarity: SI Color: FGH ★THE METAL★ 14K Solid Gold Available in Yellow/White/Rose Gold ★HIGHLIGHTS★ -Eye-cat...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 0.50ct Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Hand crafted in the heart of the Art deco era, this stunning square cluster ring features a vivid green emerald at its centre, surrounded by transitional cut diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
10K Yellow Gold over .925 Sterling Silver Diamond Bypass Cluster Ring 1 Cttw
Located in New York, NY
Created in yellow plated sterling silver, this beautiful ring boasts a unique bypass cluster design. With a total diamond weight of 1 carat, this piece is embellished with 9 round cu...
Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
10K Yellow Gold over .925 Sterling Silver Diamond Bypass Cluster Ring 1 Cttw
Located in New York, NY
Created in yellow plated sterling silver, this beautiful ring boasts a unique bypass cluster design. With a total diamond weight of 1 carat, this piece is embellished with 9 round cu...
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate, 10k Gold
10K Yellow Gold over .925 Sterling Silver Diamond Bypass Cluster Ring 1 Cttw
Located in New York, NY
Created in yellow plated sterling silver, this beautiful ring boasts a unique bypass cluster design. With a total diamond weight of 1 carat, this piece is embellished with 9 round cu...
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate, 10k Gold
10K Yellow Gold over .925 Sterling Silver Diamond Bypass Cluster Ring 1 Cttw
Located in New York, NY
Created in yellow plated sterling silver, this beautiful ring boasts a unique bypass cluster design. With a total diamond weight of 1 carat, this piece is embellished with 9 round cu...
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate, 10k Gold
10K Yellow Gold over .925 Sterling Silver Diamond Bypass Cluster Ring 1 Cttw
Located in New York, NY
Created in yellow plated sterling silver, this beautiful ring boasts a unique bypass cluster design. With a total diamond weight of 1 carat, this piece is embellished with 9 round cu...
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate, 10k Gold
10K Yellow Gold over .925 Sterling Silver Diamond Bypass Cluster Ring 1 Cttw
Located in New York, NY
Created in yellow plated sterling silver, this beautiful ring boasts a unique bypass cluster design. With a total diamond weight of 1 carat, this piece is embellished with 9 round cu...
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate, 10k Gold
10K Yellow Gold over .925 Sterling Silver Diamond Bypass Cluster Ring 1 Cttw
Located in New York, NY
Created in yellow plated sterling silver, this beautiful ring boasts a unique bypass cluster design. With a total diamond weight of 1 carat, this piece is embellished with 9 round cu...
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate, 10k Gold
10K Yellow Gold over .925 Sterling Silver Diamond Bypass Cluster Ring 1 Cttw
Located in New York, NY
Created in yellow plated sterling silver, this beautiful ring boasts a unique bypass cluster design. With a total diamond weight of 1 carat, this piece is embellished with 9 round cu...
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate, 10k Gold
Late Deco 1.00ct Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1940s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the Late Deco period, this beautiful cluster ring features an intense blue sapphire at it’s centre enveloped by a collection of diamonds and additional sapphires.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Kallati Diamond Cluster Cocktail Ring - White Gold 9k Wavy Circle
Located in Greensboro, NC
Retail: $720 Size: 6 3/4 Sizing Fee: Down 2 for $35 or up 2 for $40 Designer: Kallati Metal Content: 9k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Total Carat(s): .15ctw Cut: ...
Diamond, 9k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Retro Blue Sapphire Diamond Cluster Ring, 1.71ctw
Located in Palm Desert, CA
18 Karat Diamond Blue Sapphire Emerald-Cut Ring. The cluster ring features nine round diamonds and eight emerald-cut blue sapphires set in tiers of multiple heights.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Marquise-Shaped Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1890s
Located in London, GB
A marquise-shaped bezel centring a lush red ruby, and studded with 0.64ct old cut diamonds of varying sizes is the centerpiece of this Victorian era ruby and diamond cluster ring.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Diamond and Emerald Floral Cluster Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
a beautiful blend of elegance and charm. At its center is a sparkling diamond, surrounded by emeralds arranged to resemble the petals of a delicate flower. The combination creates a ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Sapphire Diamond X Cluster Cocktail Ring- 14k Oval and Round 2.58ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 or Down 1 size for $50 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Sapphires Treatment: Heating Carat(s): 1.58ctw Cut: Oval...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 2.13ct Blue Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring, 18k Gold, 1935
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 2.13 carat sapphire, 0.49 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and platinum set cluster ring; part of our diverse collection of cluster engagement ring...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1.10 ctw Emerald & Diamond Pear Cluster Ring, 14k White Gold, Ring Size 5.25
Located in McLeansville, NC
Stones: emerald, 1 stone pear cut 7 x 5 mm approximately .60 carat diamonds, 29 stones single cut round 1.5 - 1.75 mm approximately .50 total carats Ring Size 5.25 Length: 14.8 mm ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.60ctw Diamond Cluster Ring 14k Yellow Gold Size 10.75 Cocktail
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Diamonds - Total Carats - 1.60ctw Cut - Round Brilliant Color - H - I Clarity - VS2 Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 7.2 Grams Stamps: 14k Face Height...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.50 Carat Burmese Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a beautifully crafted cluster ring. At the centre of the face we find a single oval faceted ruby of Burmese origin possessing a naturally rich, deep red colour tone. Thi...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1980s 2.46 Carat Sapphire and 1.50 Carat Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning vintage 2.46 carat natural blue sapphire and 1.50 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold cluster ring; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.94 Carat Aquamarine and 1.10 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Aquamarine Quality Color Blue Cut Oval Faceted Content 2.94 carats Dimensions 12.09mm x 8.14mm x 5.56mm Diamond Quality Color (average grades) G Clarity (average grades) VS2 Cut Rad...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Ruby Diamond Cluster Ring in 14K White Gold, Art Deco Style
Located in Bangkok, TH
This Ruby Cluster Ring features a vibrant round ruby surrounded by additional rubies and brilliant diamonds, creating an elegant Ruby Diamond Ring with striking depth and balance.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Italian 18k Gold Diamond Ring, 9.36ct Round Cluster, Unisex, Italy
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Introducing the Epitome of Opulence: The Italian Masterpiece Ring Set with a Dazzling 9.36 Carats of Diamonds Prepare to be enchanted by the pinnacle of luxury and Italian artistry....
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Signed Art Deco 14K White Gold & Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Marks: Marked to the shank of the ring for FFF for Felger, Inc. of Newark, NJ / 14K / another illegible hallmark Ring Size: ca. 4 1/2 Gemstone Measurements: 1 round brilliant cut d...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified Natural Conch Pearl and Pear Diamonds Engagement Cluster Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Rare Natural Light Pink Conch Pearl & Diamond Cluster Ring in 14K Solid Gold Discover the non-nacreous rarity of the ocean.
Natural Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Daisy Cluster Mother of Pearl Ring .10ct Natural Diamonds 18k gold*
Located in New York, NY
7 Daisy Mother Of pearl Ring. .10 carat natural round diamond H color Vs-2 clarity 18 karat white gold 5.7 grams Depth of ring 9 mm Width: 16mm Size 6.5 we may resize please i...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
$370Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra 2.27ct Multicolored Sapphire & Diamond Vine Cluster Ring in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous cocktail ring is crafted in 925 sterling silver, showcasing 12 natural marquise cut multicolored sapphires totaling 2.27 carats, accented by 0.25 carats of sparkling di...
Diamond, Sapphire, Silver
Vintage Pink Sapphire & Diamond Halo 18K Gold Coronet Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
Together, the diamonds weigh approximately 0.16ct. The cluster rests atop a smooth, polished 18 carat yellow gold band, adding warmth to the exquisite piece.
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Whit...
Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Bypass Ring - 10k Round Brilliant .33ctw Floral
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $40 or Down 2 sizes for $30 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .33ctw Cut: Rou...
Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,942Sale Price|20% Off
Antique 9K Yellow Gold Pearl and Old Mine Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Braintree, GB
Specifications: Material: 9K Yellow Gold Gemstones: Diamond: Central old mine-cut, approximately 0.60 carats Clarity: SI1 Colour: G - H Natural salt water pearls - Quantity: 7 Size:...
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Antique 1.25Ct Diamond and 18k White Gold Cluster Ring Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.25 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold ring with platinum settings; part of our diverse diamond cluster rings collection.
Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
$200Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Minimalist Mixed Cut Emerald & Diamond Cluster Ring in Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in 925 sterling silver, this refined emerald and diamond cluster ring showcases a modern composition of mixed cut emeralds, totalling 0.66 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
1950s 5.70 Carat High Zircon and 3.15 Carat Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
High Zircon Quality Color Blue Cut Old European Round Content 5.70 carats Dimensions 9.65mm (length) x 9.61mm (width) x 6.40mm (depth) Diamond Quality Color (average grades) H Clari...
Diamond, Zircon, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Diamond & Emerald Cluster Ring ca 1960, France
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
A refined example of vintage elegance, this 14K yellow gold ring showcases a beautiful combination of brilliant diamonds and vibrant emeralds. Designed to capture the light from ever...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sterling Silver 1/4 Ct White and Black Treated Diamond Halo Cluster Ring for Men
Located in New York, NY
This distinguished cluster ring makes a bold fashion statement, rich with contrasting black and white diamond cluster accents.
Black Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
Sterling Silver 1/4 Ct White and Black Treated Diamond Halo Cluster Ring for Men
Located in New York, NY
This distinguished cluster ring makes a bold fashion statement, rich with contrasting black and white diamond cluster accents.
Black Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
Art Nouveau Style Emerald and Black Diamond Cluster Ring by NOOI JEWELRY
Located in Dueville, IT
Timeless Elegance in Every Detail This exquisite ring blends vintage charm with fine craftsmanship Featuring a natural round emerald at its heart and framed by rich black diamonds in...
Emerald, 18k Gold
Antique 3.03ct Cabochon Cut Sapphire and 1.80ct Diamond White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 3.03 carat sapphire and 1.80 carat diamond, 15 karat white gold cocktail ring; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Sapphire, 15k Gold, White Gold
14 K Yellow Gold Cultured Pearl Diamond Halo Cluster Ring Estate Jewelry
Located in London, GB
14 carat Yellow Gold Cultured Pearl Diamond Halo Cluster Ring Estate Jewelry.
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 4.00tcw Blue Sapphire and Diamonds Cluster Cocktail Ring 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 4.00tcw Blue Sapphire and Diamonds Cluster Cocktail Ring 14k Gold. High quality diamonds total weight approx 2 carat and the blue sapphire weights approx 2.00 carat by formula.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Diamond Cluster Ring - 14k Round Brilliant .84ctw Floral Engagement
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $50 or Down 2 sizes for $40 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .84ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: H - I ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Bypass Ring - 14k Round Brilliant & Baguette 1.00ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 1/2 a size for $40 or Down 1/2 a size for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1.00ctw Cut: ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Solid 14K Yellow Gold 0.37Ct Baguette Diamond Halo Cluster Split Shank Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
At 0.37 carats of diamonds across both cluster heads, it is a ring that earns attention and rewards close examination.
White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k 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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