$1,751Sale Price / item|20% Off
Natural Diamond Toi et Moi Ring 0.56 Carats Pear and Emerald Cut 18K White Gold
Located in Diera, AE
Balancing the crisp geometry of an emerald-cut diamond with the fluid brilliance of a pear-shaped counterpart, this ring presents a refined study in contrast.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Platinum Rubellite Tourmaline Ring
By The Diamond Source
Located in San Diego, CA
This is a very regal Rubellite Tourmaline ring set with 3 Top Gem Quality Rubellite Tourmalines of 5.50Ct Total Weight -- one Pear Shape and 2 Triangle Cut.
Rubelite, Tourmaline, Platinum
Pear-Cut Natural Diamond Double-Row Bypass Ring 1.22 Ct 18K White Gold for Gift
Located in Diera, AE
Two arcing rows of pear-cut diamonds curve in parallel across the finger, each stone individually oriented to direct light outward from its pointed tip.
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
White Gold Diamond Double Halo Engagement Ring - 10k Pear & Single .33ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .33ctw Cut: Pear & Single Color: G - H...
Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold
32X23 MM PEAR Amethyst , Diamond & Ruby 14 Kt Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring, 1960's
Located in New York, NY
Introducing a timeless cocktail ring featuring a stunning 50 Ct measuring 32 X 23 Pear-shaped Amethyst and diamond with Ruby Ring.
Diamond, Ruby, Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,927Sale Price / item|20% Off
0.52 Carat Pear Cut Diamond Toi et Moi Open Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Diera, AE
Set with a total of 0.52 carats of natural diamonds displaying SI clarity and H-I color, the pear-shaped stones exhibit crisp brilliance and elongated silhouettes that enhance the ri...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
$10,940Sale Price / item|20% Off
Natural Diamond Floral Cluster Ring 2.94 Ct Marquise Pear Cut Diamonds 18k Gold
Located in Diera, AE
Totaling 2.94 carats, the natural diamonds feature SI clarity and H–I color. The marquise-cut center stone delivers elongated brilliance and dramatic light return, while the surround...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Platinum Semi Mount Ring with 6ct Marquis & Pear Shape Diamond Fits 12.52x6.63mm
Located in New York, NY
Video: Video Link Detailed Description: Fits 12.52*6.63mm Style: Semi Mount Metal: Platinum Gemstone 1: 3 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 12 Color: J Clarity: VS Shape: Marquis Shape...
Diamond, Platinum
$1,848Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K Yellow Gold Ruby Three Stone Ring with Diamonds Wedding Gemstone Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Ruby and diamond designer three stone ring in 18K gold which perfectly goes with your personality.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Peter Suchy 2.35 Carat Blue Sapphire Pear Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Peter Sucy natural sapphire and diamond three stone engagement ring. 2.35 oval center sapphire, mounted in a platinum setting with two pear shaped side diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Angara Natural Prong-Set Pear 1.2 ct Emerald Ring with Diamond Halo in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Details:Metal and Purity: 14K Solid GoldMain Stone: EmeraldMain Stone Color: Medium GreenMain Stone Shape: PearMain Stone Creation:NaturalMain Stone Size: 9x6mmMain Stone Car...
Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
$1,504Sale Price / item|20% Off
Three Stone Real Ruby Engagement Ring in 18k Solid White Gold with Diamonds
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Ruby Three Stone Engagement Ring With Diamonds Set in 18K Gold featuring natural ruby of 1.72 carats and diamonds of 0.5 carat.
Ruby, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Aquamarine & Diamond Ring 1.20ct Pear Aquamarine 0.09ctw Size 6.5
Located in Carmel By The Sea, CA
Clean, contemporary styling with a soft blue center stone. Details: Metal: 18K White Gold Total Weight: 6.13 grams Ring Size: 6.5 Center Stone: 1.20ct Pear Shape Natural Aquamarine...
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold
2 Ct Finest Zambian Pear Emerald & 2 Ct Diamond Ring in 18 Kt Gold Size 7
Located in New York, NY
2 Ct Finest Zambian Pear Emerald & 2 Ct Diamond Ring in 18 Kt Gold Size 7.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Platinum Emerald Diamond Three-Stone Ring 3.01-ct GIA Report
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The three-stone ring is made of platinum and features a 3.01-carat round brilliant cut diamond flanked by a pear cut emerald on each side.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1.2 Ct Finest Zambian Pear Emerald & 1 Ct Diamond Ring in 18 Kt Gold Size 6.5
Located in New York, NY
1.2 Ct Finest Emerald in Pear Shape & 1 Ct Diamond Ring in 18 Kt Gold Size 6.5 A Classic, ring Pear shape Emerald, Absolutely gorgeous emerald, Very desirable in color, Extreme fine ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
$820Sale Price / item|20% Off
Two Pear Shaped Blue Topaz Halo Diamond Open Ring in 14 Karat Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Blue Topaz & Diamond Open Ring in 14K White Gold Add a touch of timeless elegance to your jewelry collection with this breathtaking Two Pear-Shaped Blue Topaz Halo Diamond Op...
Diamond, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$6,855Sale Price / set|20% Off
Natural Diamond Bridal Ring Set 1.31 Ct Marquise and Pear Cut Diamonds 18k Gold
Located in Diera, AE
A marquise-cut diamond takes center stage within a beautifully layered composition of curved diamond-set bands and pear-shaped accents.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Three Stone Open Shank Ring
Located in New York, NY
This enchanting 3-stone ring, crafted in 18k white gold and weighing 6.56 grams, showcases a breathtaking color combination that is both vibrant and elegant.
Amethyst, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Platinum 5.97ct Gia Blue Sapphire Three Stone Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 900 Platinum Ring Size: 6.5 Width: 2.15 mm Weight: 5.17 grams Lady's handmade polished 900 Platinum vintage, diamond and sapphire engagement, cocktail...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1.83 Ct Natural Diamond Three-Stone Ring 18K White Gold Engagement Ring for Gift
Located in Diera, AE
An elongated marquise diamond is framed by pear-shaped side stones, creating a graceful composition defined by symmetry, light, and proportion.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pear Cluster Diamond Stackable Engagement Ring 0.18 ct 18k White Gold for Her
Located in Diera, AE
This natural diamond pear cluster ring in 18k white gold is exactly that kind of piece.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$632Sale Price / item|20% Off
14k White Gold Ruby and Blue Sapphire Two Stone Ring with Diamonds for Women
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Ruby and Blue Sapphire Two Stone Ring with Diamonds in 14K Gold featuring natural ruby of 0.49 carats and diamond of 0.14 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style....
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Marquise Pear Diamond Bypass Cocktail Ring 2.14 ct 18k White Gold Luxury Gift
Located in Diera, AE
For bridal styling, browse our Engagement Rings and Bridal Jewelry collections, or explore our Diamond Stud Earrings for a versatile everyday diamond essential.
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
14K Gold 1.20tcw Emerald & Diamond Band Ring, Princess & Pear Cut with Pave Diam
Located in Jupiter, FL
Setting Style: Prong/Pave Setting Material: 14K White Gold Setting Weight: 5.5 Grams Main Stone: Emerald Count: 3 Shape: Princess, Pear Approx Weight: 0.78-Carats (Total) Clarity: S...
Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold
18k White Gold Pear-Cut Sri Lankan Sapphire Cts 0.42 Statement Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This engagement ring showcases a breathtaking pear-shaped sapphire (0.42 cts, origin: Sri Lanka) surrounded by a constellation of 12 round diamonds (0.05 cts), 1 baguette diamond (0....
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
$7,411Sale Price / item|20% Off
Pear & Marquise Diamond Three-Row Band 2.00 Ct 18K White Gold Statement Ring
Located in Diera, AE
Details:- Item Code :- SER-29485B Gross Wt. :- 4.66 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :- 4.26 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 2.00 Ct. ( SI Clarity & HI Color ) Ring Size :- 7 US & All size av...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
GIA Certified Diamond and Pear Shaped Emerald Ring in Yellow Gold and Platinum
Located in London, England
This sensational 3-stone ring features a sparkling diamond at its centre with 2 pear-shaped emeralds on either side of it, all held in a claw setting on an 18K Yellow Gold band.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Colombian Square Cut Emerald Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Ring
Located in Greenwich, CT
Mounted in its original Art Deco style platinum setting, with shoulders showcasing a trefoil motif of three small pear shaped diamonds, this magnificent ring is destined to become a ...
Emerald, White Diamond, Platinum
Penny Preville Diamond Negative Space Ring Yellow Gold 18k Pear .24ctw 7 1/2
By Penny Preville
Located in Greensboro, NC
Retail Price: $2420 Size: 7 1/2 Brand: Penny Preville Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .24ctw Cut: Round Brilliant & Pear Color: F...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,319Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Diamond Cluster Ring, 1.23 Carats, Marquise and Pear Cut, 14K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
An elegant cluster of marquise, pear, and round brilliant diamonds creates a ring with remarkable light dispersion and dimensional presence.
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
$2,759Sale Price|20% Off
Marquise & Pear Natural Diamond Sunburst Ring SI/HI 18K White Gold HRD Certified
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Radiant, dynamic, and utterly distinctive, this Marquise and Pear Natural Diamond Sunburst Ring in 18 karat white gold is a celebration of elongated diamond shapes at their most expr...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,584Sale Price / item|20% Off
VR Jewels Fancy Yellow Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This three-stone engagement ring features 0.67 carats of diamonds, 14K yellow gold.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angara Natural Pear-Shaped Sapphire Halo Engagement Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Details:Metal and Purity: 14K Solid GoldMain Stone: Blue SapphireMain Stone Color: Medium to Rich BlueMain Stone Shape: PearMain Stone Creation:NaturalMain Stone Size: 6x4mmM...
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Gold
Angara Natural Pear 1.15ct Blue Sapphire Engagement Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Details:Metal and Purity: 14K Solid GoldMain Stone: Blue SapphireMain Stone Color: Deep Rich BlueMain Stone Shape: PearMain Stone Creation:NaturalMain Stone Size: 8x6mmMain S...
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Gold
$832Sale Price / item|30% Off
1.5 ct Pear moissanite 14k gold ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Wave band ring. Metal: 14k gold pltaing Weight: 3 gr depends from size Moissanite: weight 1.5 ct, D/ VS, pear cut.
14k Gold
GIA 2.50 Carats Oval & Pear Bezel Toi Et Moi Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By Rich Jewels
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This elegant Toi Et Moi ring features two GIA Certified diamonds totaling 2.50 carats, composed of a 1.50 carat Oval Shape diamond paired with a 1.00 carat Pear Shape diamond, select...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald and Pear Cut Natural Diamond Floral Ring 1.35 Carat in 18K White Gold
Located in Diera, AE
Surrounding the center stone, pear-cut natural diamonds are arranged in a dramatic floral formation, creating a starburst-like silhouette that expands gracefully across the finger.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Angara Art Deco 14K Gold Teal Montana Sapphire Pear Solitaire Ring, 0.75ct
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Details:Metal and Purity: 14K Solid GoldMain Stone: Teal Montana SapphireMain Stone Color: Medium Greenish BlueMain Stone Shape: PearMain Stone Creation:NaturalMain Stone Siz...
Sapphire, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
$4,028Sale Price / item|20% Off
Zambian Emerald and Diamond Three-Stone Ring, 3.50 Carat Emerald, 18K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This Zambian emerald and diamond ring combines the appeal of a three-stone ring, emerald cut emerald ring, luxury white gold jewelry, and fine gemstone jewelry, making it a timeless ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,412Sale Price / item|20% Off
Three Stone Natural Diamond Emerald Engagement Ring in Solid 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Emerald Engagement Ring in 18K Gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your physic power. Designed with three emerald and diamonds arou...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,980Sale Price / item|20% Off
Three Stone Blue Sapphire Engagement Ring with Diamonds in 14k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Three Stone Blue Sapphire Engagement Ring with Diamonds in 14K Gold featuring natural blue sapphires of 3.59 carats and diamonds of 0.18 carats.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angara Natural Pear-Shaped 1.15 ct Blue Sapphire Engagement Ring in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Details:Metal and Purity: 14K Solid GoldMain Stone: Blue SapphireMain Stone Color: Medium to Rich BlueMain Stone Shape: PearMain Stone Creation:NaturalMain Stone Size: 8x6mmM...
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Gold
Angara Natural GIA Certified Pear-Shaped 18.25ct Tanzanite Halo Ring in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Details:Metal and Purity: 14K Solid GoldMain Stone: TanzaniteMain Stone Color: Deep Rich Violet BlueMain Stone Shape: PearMain Stone Creation:NaturalMain Stone Size: 20.11x13...
Tanzanite, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Angara Natural GIA Certified Pear-Shaped 18.25 ct Tanzanite Ring in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Details:Metal and Purity: 14K Solid GoldMain Stone: TanzaniteMain Stone Color: Deep Rich Violet BlueMain Stone Shape: PearMain Stone Creation:NaturalMain Stone Size: 20.11x13...
Tanzanite, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Oval and Pear Cut Natural Diamond Bridal Ring Set 1.14 Carat in 18K White Gold
Located in Diera, AE
Flanking the center stone, two substantial pear-cut diamonds create a sophisticated three-stone arrangement that broadens the visual profile while introducing elegant movement and di...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,639Sale Price|20% Off
Zambian Emerald & Natural Diamond Three-Stone Ring SI/HI 18K White Gold HRD
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Deeply meaningful and gemologically exceptional, this Zambian Emerald and Natural Diamond Three-Stone Ring in 18 karat white gold is a jewel of profound elegance and collector signif...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 3.00 Carat F/VS1 Twin Pear Toi Et Moi Cuff Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By Rich Jewels
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Crafted in 18K yellow gold, the warm tone beautifully complements the diamonds’ fire, creating a luxurious and distinctive statement piece. --- Details: Total Diamond Weight: 3.00 c...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angara Natural GIA Certified Pear-Shaped 16.84 ct Opal Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Details:Metal and Purity: 14K Solid GoldMain Stone: OpalMain Stone Color: Milky with medium Play of ColourMain Stone Shape: PearMain Stone Creation:NaturalMain Stone Size: 26...
Opal, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Angara Natural Prong-Set Pear-Shape Opal Ring with Beaded Halo in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Details:Metal and Purity: 14K Solid GoldMain Stone: OpalMain Stone Color: Milky with medium Play of ColourMain Stone Shape: PearMain Stone Creation:NaturalMain Stone Size: 9x...
Opal, Diamond, Gold
GIA Certified 2.00 Ct E VVS1 Heart Shape Diamond Three Stone Ring 18K White Gold
By Rich Jewels
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The center stone is beautifully complemented by pear-shaped side diamonds totaling 0.80 carats (0.40 carats each), enhancing the ring’s presence while maintaining refined balance and...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Modern Wrap 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Pave Pear Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Modern Wrap 14K Yellow Gold Pave Pear Cut Diamond Ring is a striking fusion of modern design and radiant elegance.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Two Pear shape 5.5 Ct Emerald & 8.5 Ct Diamond Ring, 18K White Gold Size 6
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite 18 Karat White Gold Ring featuring two stunning Pear shape natural Zambian Emerald and 8.75 carats of diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold
Pear Diamond Sunburst Shadow Band 14k Yellow Gold Bezels 0.40 Carats V-Band
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
The curved shape of the ring sits beautifully alone on your finger or stacked next to a ring with a large rounded center stone... your favorite pear stone?
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$22,400Sale Price|20% Off
Leon Mege Micro Pave Ring with GIA Certified 35.73ct Pink Pear Shape Morganite
By Leon Mege
Located in New York, NY
The statement ring featuring a certified 35.73 carats pear-shaped natural pink morganite; GIA #1152101549.
Morganite, 18k Gold
$3,359Sale Price / item|20% Off
0.77 Carat Emerald and Pear Cut Diamond Toi et Moi Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Diera, AE
The emerald-cut diamond reflects light in broad, crystalline flashes, while the pear-shaped diamond offers lively brilliance.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Tiffany & Co., 5.84 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Elevate your jewelry collection with this exceptional Tiffany & Co. three stone diamond ring, featuring a stunning 4.04 carat pear shape brilliant cut center diamond, GIA certified w...
Diamond, 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 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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