Unavailable|$3,500
Yellow Sapphire Ring in 22 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Yellow Sapphire Ring In 22 Karat Yellow Gold This unique ring features a 2.3 carat oval shape yellow sapphire crafted into 22 karat yellow gold. The medieval style band is designed...
Yellow Sapphire, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$925
Gold Tendril Ring with Royal Blue Sapphire and Diamond
By Forge and Foundry Jewels
Located in New York, NY
A delicate undulating ring in 22k yellow gold with approximately 1.2 millimeter blue sapphire and diamond.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$3,100
A mughal gold Enamel jaipur ring with diamond polki and Ruby
Located in Bangkok,, TH
A ring with blue and white enamel band done in 22K gold set with diamond polkis at top and encrusted with centre bangkok ruby.
Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Enamel
Unavailable|$995
Attractive Trim and Tailored 22 Karat Sapphire Cabochon Ring
Located in Lombard, IL
Attractive tailored 22 karat and cabochon sapphire ring centrally bezel set cabochon sapphire brushed finish 22 karat mount - current ring size 5.5 + -hallmarked shank Very good cond...
Sapphire, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$85,000
Ark Design, Emerald, Diamonds and Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
82 carat antique columbian emerald measuring 20 x 28 x16.5 mm. engraved by Moguls this centuries old stone remained unset until now. Set in 23 karat gold crown hovering above paved w...
Diamond, Emerald, 22k Gold
Unavailable|$2,720
Blue Cabochon Oval Shape Gemstone 22 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Please FOLLOW the D’amati storefronts to be the first to view the latest of our ultra-exclusive jewels and supreme gemstones. Metal: 22k Yellow Gold Stone Name: Gemstone Gemstone We...
Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$3,450
Rose Cut Amethyst and Fuchsia-Sapphire Cocktail Ring in Gold
By Forge and Foundry Jewels
Located in New York, NY
The 22k gold with a matte finish provides a rich and warm backdrop to the velvety purple amethyst.
Emerald, Amethyst, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$1,565
Victorian 22 Karat Gold Silver Diamond Fox Ring
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
A Cute Victorian Silver, Rose cut Diamonds and Ruby Fox head stick pin conversion ring on 22 Carat Gold shank. Size L UK, 6 US. Height of the face 8mm, Width 6mm. Weight 2.2gr. ...
Diamond, Silver, Gold, 22k Gold
Unavailable|$1,036
Ico & the Bird 1.34 carat Violet Gray Spinel Gold Ring
By Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful blue-violet Spinel stacking ring in 22k matte yellow gold. 1.34 carats of this unique color of Spinel looks great alone of stacked with other rings.
Spinel, 22k Gold
Unavailable|$625,000
GIA Certified 8 Carat Pear Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Discover the GIA Certified 8 Carat Pear Cut Diamond Ring, a masterpiece of timeless elegance and captivating beauty. Featuring a stunning 8-carat pear-cut diamond, this exceptional r...
Diamond, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$2,205
Silver 18 Karat 22 Karat Yellow Gold Zircon Ring
By Mark Nuell
Located in Dublin 2, Dublin 2
Captivating brown zircon free-form cut by the designer and bezel-set on a substantial gold shank. A beautiful freeform cut Australian zircon (3.75ct) is neatly set in to 18k yellow g...
Zircon, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Silver
Unavailable|$2,076
Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry 3.52 carat Pink Tourmaline Gold Ring
By Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This ring features a 3.52 carat pink oval tourmaline, bezel set in 22k gold.
Tourmaline, 22k Gold
Unavailable|$971
Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry 1.34 carat Red Spinel Gold Ring
By Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This ring features a 1.34 carat Red Spinel gemstone bezel set in 22k gold.
Spinel, 22k Gold, Gold
Unavailable|$5,522 / item
Patrika Ring with Australian Sapphire, 22 Karat Yellow Gold
By Olivia Cummings
Located in Kew, Victoria
The vine that binds the green is also known as “the lady of the house” and is linked to Ganesha’s mother. The Patrika Ring is crafted in Jaipur using 22k gold, and featuring hand-pou...
Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
Unavailable|$550,000
GIA Certified 8 Carat Pear Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Discover the GIA Certified 8 Carat Pear Cut Diamond Ring, a masterpiece of timeless elegance and captivating beauty. Featuring a stunning 8-carat pear-cut diamond, this exceptional r...
Diamond, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$850,000
GIA Certified 10 Carat Pear Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Discover the GIA Certified 10 Carat Pear Cut Diamond Ring, a breathtaking masterpiece of timeless elegance and exceptional craftsmanship. Featuring a magnificent 10-carat pear-cut di...
Diamond, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$2,112
Victorian 22 Carat Gold and Enamel Memorial Ring, 1896
Located in Glasgow, GB
A Victorian 22 carat yellow gold and black enamel memorial ring. The ring is hallmarked with Birmingham marks, 1896, the makers mark "W.M", and a crown symbol together with "22" to...
Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 22k Gold
Unavailable|$2,531
George III 22ct Gold and Enamel Mourning Ring, 1795
Located in Glasgow, GB
A George III 22ct yellow gold black and white enamel memorial mourning ring. The ring bears the inscription 'JONATṈ GODWIN·OB:21·JULY·1795·AE:80.' to the exterior of the band. The r...
Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Unavailable|$9,745
1.21 Carat Diamond & Platinum Art Deco Antique Engagement Ring
Located in Tampa, FL
A very feminine Art Deco platinum and diamond Antique engagement ring featuring a 1.22ct. apx. European cut center diamond with VS1 clarity and J color. The accenting side diamonds a...
Diamond, 22k Gold, Platinum
Unavailable|$19,996
Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry 20.5 carat Aquamarine Gold Ring
By Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
One of a kind 20.5 carat Aquamarine set in 22k yellow gold. This piece was made by master craftsmen using an ancient gold technique called 'jail work.'
Aquamarine, Gold, 22k Gold
Unavailable|$3,028
Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry 3.75 carat Tourmaline Trio Gold Ring
By Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A timeless ring featuring a 3.75 carats of multi-colored tourmalines.
Tourmaline, 22k Gold
Unavailable|$2,699
Opal Mixed Metal Ring, Platinum & 22 Carat Gold
By Deborah Cadby | Cadby & Co.
Located in Bude, GB
Antique oval cabochon cut natural white opal. Ref: G17005 9mm x 7mm natural white opal Platinum with 22ct gold setting Cadby & Co are a family business that specialise in reusing ...
Opal, Gold, 22k Gold, Platinum, Mixed Metal
Unavailable|$3,520
18 Karat Gold, Tourmaline and Diamond Flower Ring 'Sarah'
By Amy Y
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Amy Y’s flower ring Sarah is designed with a gorgeous pink tourmaline and white diamonds highlighted with 22K-yellow gold coating and oxidation.
White Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold Medieval Style Cocktail Ring with Large Tanzanite Cabochon and Emeralds
By Forge and Foundry Jewels
Located in New York, NY
A majestic 22k gold ring with a 12.5 carat Tanzanite cabochon accented with two emeralds (.08 total carat weight) and emerald melee, peacock colors to match this regal piece.
Tanzanite, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$850,000
GIA Certified 10 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Discover the GIA Certified 10 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring, a timeless masterpiece of elegance, sophistication, and exceptional craftsmanship. Featuring a 10-carat emerald-cut diam...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yello...
Unavailable|$480,000
GIA Certified 8 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Discover the GIA Certified 8 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring, a timeless masterpiece of elegance, sophistication, and exceptional craftsmanship. Featuring an 8-carat emerald-cut diamo...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yello...
Unavailable|$3,445
Holly Agate Dome Ring in Sterling Silver and 22 Karat Gold
By The Golden Eye
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Holly Agate is a soft blue or purple toned stone and this specimen of 36.75cts is simply mesmerizing. The Holly Agate Dome Ring is set into a high 22k bezel and mounted on a wide, ta...
Agate, 22k Gold, Sterling Silver
Unavailable|$4,252
Two Tone Brilliant Diamond Ring, 22 Carat Gold & Platinum
By Deborah Cadby | Cadby & Co.
Located in Bude, GB
Round antique brilliant cut diamond ring. Two tone design with 22ct gold and platinum inner setting. Ref: R19003 0.40cts antique brilliant cut diamond Clarity VS2 Colour I 22ct go...
Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Platinum
Unavailable|$1,400,000
GIA Certified 15 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Discover the GIA Certified 15 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring, a breathtaking masterpiece of grandeur, sophistication, and timeless elegance. Featuring an awe-inspiring 15-carat emera...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Rose Gold, White Go...
Unavailable|$880,000
GIA Certified 10 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Discover the GIA Certified 10 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring, a timeless masterpiece of elegance, sophistication, and exceptional craftsmanship. Featuring a 10-carat emerald-cut diam...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Rose Gold, White Go...
Unavailable|$1,480,000
GIA Certified 15 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Discover the GIA Certified 15 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring, a timeless masterpiece of elegance, sophistication, and exceptional craftsmanship. Featuring a magnificent 15-carat emer...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Rose Gold, White Go...
Unavailable|$485,000
GIA Certified 8 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Discover the GIA Certified 8 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring, a timeless masterpiece of elegance, sophistication, and exceptional craftsmanship. Featuring an 8-carat emerald-cut diamo...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Rose Gold, White Go...
Unavailable|$9,000
A Byzantine 22 Karat Yellow Gold ring with 12 carat Aquamarine
By Steven Battelle
Located in Boone, NC
A fine example of Ancient Byzantine Art made of 22 Karat Yellow Gold with a large Aquamarine center stone. This ring appropriately illustrates hand craftsmanship of a bygone era. It ...
Aquamarine, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$1,276
Ico & the Bird Rainbow 1.2 carat Rainbow Moonstone Gold Ring
By Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This delicate ring features 1.2 carats of faceted Rainbow Moonstone set in 20k matte yellow gold. Moonstone is the sacred stone of India. According to other legends, Moonstone can ...
Moonstone, Gold, 22k Gold
Unavailable|$150,000
GIA Certified 8 Carat Fancy Yellow Oval Cut Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Discover the GIA Certified 8 Carat Fancy Yellow Oval Cut Diamond Halo Ring, crafted in 18K gold. A rare and radiant masterpiece of luxury and elegance. Experience the pinnacle of op...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
Unavailable|$11,473
Royal Siam 'Thai' Museum-Grade 18th Century Ayutthaya Ceremonial Ring
Located in London, GB
This incredibly ornate piece was made in Siam during the late Ayutthaya or early Rattanakosin Kingdom period. It dates to the late 18th and is a very rare example of a ceremonial ‘mo...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 22k Gold
Unavailable|$9,550
1.35 Carat Diamond Square Faced 22 Karat Yellow Gold Men's Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ring size: US 7.5, UK O Diamond: 1.35ct. Gold: 22K 17.44g.
Diamond, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$750,000
GIA Certified 18 Carat Fancy Yellow Oval Cut Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Discover the GIA Certified 18 Carat Fancy Yellow Oval Cut Diamond Halo Ring, crafted in 18K gold. A rare and radiant masterpiece of luxury and elegance. Experience the pinnacle of op...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
Unavailable|$18,138
Robert Vogelsang 3.07 Carat Natural Blue Sri Lanka Sapphire Gold Ring
Located in Zurich, CH
This natural 3.07 carat oval blue Sri Lanka sapphire is set in a gold ring with a platinum rim around the stone. The sapphire is accompanied by a GRS Report stating no indication of ...
Sapphire, 22k Gold, Platinum
Unavailable|$3,195
Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry 2.54 carat Morganite Spinel Gold Ring
By Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous ring features an emerald cut morganite in the center with three hot pink spinels on both sides.
Morganite, Spinel, 22k Gold
Unavailable|$3,500 / item
Pear Shaped Colombian Emerald 18 Karat Gold Stacking Engagement Ring
By Thesis Gems and Jewelry
Located in Berkeley, CA
A clean and bright Colombian pear shaped emerald is featured in this hand forged stacking ring. It is crafted in 22 and 18 karat gold by our master goldsmith in California. The price...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
GIA Certified 1.20 Carat Solitaire Emerald Engagement Ring in Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Solitaire ladies emerald engagement ring Ring size: US 7.25. Free ring resizing available.
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$6,500
Margery Hirschey 22 Karat Gold with 8.04 Carat Zambian Emerald Ring
By Margery Hirschey
Located in Boulder, CO
A one of a kind, deep green, ethically sourced 8.04 Zambian emerald set in a handcrafted bezel setting with original design setting, Completely handcrafted of 22k recycled gold. C...
Emerald, 22k Gold
Unavailable|$4,850
Chalcedony Flip Ring in 22 Karat Gold, A2 by Arunashi
By Arunashi
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This playful cocktail ring is made of 22 karat yellow gold and features a large cabochon cut Chalcedony. The center stone swivels independently from the ring as a design feature. The...
Chalcedony, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$1,730
Aquamarine Cabochon Ring in Sterling Silver and 22 Karat Gold
By The Golden Eye
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Our Aquamarine Cabochon Ring is bezel set in 22 karat gold and mounted on a sterling silver and 22 karat gold ribbed band for a striking enhancement to the natural lights within the ...
Aquamarine, 22k Gold, Sterling Silver
Unavailable|$2,560
22 Karat Gold, Rose Cut Diamond, Australian Opal Double Stone Ring
By Stephanie Albertson
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted double stone ring by Stephanie Albertson featuring a .50 ct rose cut diamond bezel set with platinum foil and a brilliant blue Australian crystal opal in 22k gold.
White Diamond, Opal, 22k Gold
.28Ct Diamond Recycled 22Karat Gold Alternative Engagement Bridal Stackable Ring
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
An Alternative Engagement or Bridal handmade diamond stackable ring in a rich colored recycled 22K and 22K gold with brushed hammered finish. .28ct sparkling brown diamond set in an ...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Ye...
Unavailable|$3,400
Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry 25 Carat Rose Quartz Wave Gold Ring
By Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Spectacular 25 carat Rose Quartz Round Wave Ring set in 22k matte yellow gold. In Greek myth, Aphrodite was caught by a thorn when she rushed to help her wounded lover, Adonis.
Quartz, 22k Gold
Unavailable|$2,030
Diamond and 22 Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Medieval Stirrup Ring
By Deborah Meyers Experience
Located in New York, NY
This contemporary 18 karat yellow gold ring with seven white round diamonds was inspired by the Medieval Stirrup Rings in England. This stirrup ring has a warm matte finish which ju...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
Unavailable|$33,746
Important 19th Century Royal Siam Diamond Cluster Ring Museum-Grade Thai
Located in London, GB
An outstandingly rare mid-19th century royal Siam diamond cluster ring, made by the royal goldsmiths of the court of Bangkok. This is an extremely fine example of the jewellery com...
Diamond, 22k Gold
Unavailable|$28,084
Gold 18th Century Erotic Intaglio Ring "The Triumph of Priapus"
Located in Antwerp, BE
A classy 18th Century ring with an image that, once you understand what you're looking at, makes you giggle. The image is known as "The triumph of Priapus" and we even found some 18t...
Agate, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$2,078 / item
Aquamarine Cabochon and Yellow Sapphire Silver and 22ct Gold Ring
By Mark Nuell
Located in London, GB
Item Details - 18ct Yellow Gold, 22ct Yellow Gold - Silver oval band - Aquamarine cabochon 3.55cts - Two round yellow sapphires 2.5 -3mm - Ring UK Size: K 1/2 ABOUT London-based...
Aquamarine, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Sterling Silver
Unavailable|$1,619 / item
18K Diamond Baguette-Cut Stackable Band Ring (Made to Order)
Located in London, GB
Diamond Baguette-Cut Stackable Band Ring (Made to Order) Main stone: 0.10ct Side stones:0.15ct Weight: 1.61g Metal options: 18K yellow/white/black/rose gold, platinum Diamond qua...
Diamond, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, 24k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Unavailable|$1,012
Vintage 22ct Gold Tourmaline Heavy Solitaire Band Ring 916 Purity
Located in Camelford, GB
If you have landed on this page then you have an eye for beauty. On offer is this gorgeous 22CT SOLID GOLD CUSTOM MADE TOURMALINE SOLITAIRE BAND RING DETAILS Material: 22ct 916/00...
Tourmaline, Gold, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
Rare Georgian /Victorian Natural Jade 22/24 KT Unisex Solid Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
The Rarity Corner Beautiful antique ring suitable for either sex Georgian / Victorian period hand crafted of 22/24 KT solid gold Beautifully made as solitaire holding a Green Natura...
Jade, 22k Gold
Unavailable|$42,400
DSEF Certified 6.15 Carat Sapphire Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Margisa
Located in Torun, PL
This is magnificent sapphire 6,15 ct worn on the hand engraved band made of white 18kt gold and with yellow laid inlays decorated with 19 blue diamonds and 14 white diamonds VVS/G. T...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$1,727 / item
18K White Gold Mixed Cut Diamond Ring(Made to Order)
Located in London, GB
18K White Gold Mix Cut Diamond Ring(Made to Order) Carat weight: 0.25ct Weight: 1.23g Metal options: 18K yellow/white/black/rose gold, platinum Diamond quality: G color, SI clar...
Diamond, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, 24k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
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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