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Vintage 0.35 Carat Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
The Minneapolis vintage engagement ring. Seven matched old mine cut diamonds are set in a cluster that give the appearance of a large solitaire.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1.92ct Diamond and Platinum Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 1.92 carat diamond and platinum cocktail ring; part of our diverse vintage jewellery and cocktail rings collection. This stunning vintage dia...
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian Diamond and 18 Carat Double Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Ring Size: P 1/2 or 7 3/4 Cluster Diameter: 6mm Weight: 2.62g
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
14KT Yellow Gold Floral Round Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
About : A four-lobed clover/quatrefoil shape with a smooth, polished yellow gold outer bezel. The interior of the clover features a pave array of round-cut white diamonds set into a ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14KT Yellow Gold Cushion Cluster Halo Diamond Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
This design maximizes the visual impact, giving the impression of a much larger central stone Material : 14KT Yellow Gold Gold Weight : 1.90 Gram Ring Size : EU-54, US-7, UK-N½ (Di...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.01 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive 1.01 carat diamond and platinum cluster ring; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Platinum
Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Ring - 14k Princess .50ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 10 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $60 or Down 2 sizes for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .50ctw Cut: Princess Color: J - K C...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified 5.03 Carat Rubellite Tourmaline and Diamond Engagement Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
*ALL OUR PRICES INCLUDE PREPAID TARRIFS & CUSTOMS DUTIES FOR USA CLIENTS.* Make a glamorous entrance with this custom made 18k rose/pink gold vintage-influenced ring, artistically c...
Diamond, Rubelite, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
14K Yellow Gold Round Diamond Pave Cluster Heart Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
Its delicate design makes it an elegant choice for everyday wear or special occasions. Style Name : Fashion Ring Ring type : Contemporary Material : 14KT Yellow Gold Gold Weight : ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold Round Diamond Pave Cluster Heart Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
Its delicate design makes it an elegant choice for everyday wear or special occasions. Style Name : Fashion Ring Ring type : Contemporary Material : 14KT White Gold Gold Weight : 1...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Diamond Cluster Ring - 14k Princess .33ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Sizing Fee: Up 1/2 a size for $40 Metal Content: 14k White Gold & 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .33ctw Cut: Princess Color: H - I Clarity: S...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold Round Diamond Cluster Rope Band Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
Embrace a beautiful blend of texture and classic sparkle with this elegant diamond cluster ring. Crafted in radiant 14K white gold, the design showcases a prominent circular center h...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Black Star Sapphire Diamond Gold Cluster Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Each sapphire has a strong fine quality star as light hits the stones, which is known as asterism. Within the cluster of star sapphires are 0.64 carats of round brilliant cut diamond...
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.01 Carat GIA Cert Diamond Platinum Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
This magnificent platinum engagement ring is centered with a sparkling GIA certified circular brilliant cut diamond that weighs 1.01ct. graded I color with VS1 clarity. Accentuating ...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1.68 Carat Diamond and White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This antique diamond cluster ring is supplied with an independent diamond grading certificate for the feature diamond in addition to an independent diamond grading report card for th...
Diamond, 15k Gold, White Gold
Victorian 0.50ct Diamond Cluster Cocktail Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This Victorian ring has been hand crafted in a distinct rope style design from 15 carat rose gold. The centre of the ring houses a 0.50 carat old cut diamond surrounded by 7 rose cut...
Diamond, 15k Gold, Silver
Vintage Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Cluster Panel Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous panel holds a cluster of sparkling diamonds. The diamond total of the ring is 80pts.
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
1970s 1.43 Carat Emerald and Diamond Platinum Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Condition This impressive gemstone cluster ring is fine quality set with an emerald and very well color matched, very high color graded diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
14K Yellow Gold Round Diamond Curved Leaf Cluster Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
About : Two fluid wave-like shoulders crossing in an elegant open silhouette. The piece carries 44 natural diamonds in round single cut style, with a combined stated weight of 0.09 c...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14KT White Gold Cushion Cluster Halo 0.51ct Diamond Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
This design maximizes the visual impact, giving the impression of a much larger central stone Material : 14KT White Gold Gold Weight : 1.90 Gram Ring Size : EU-54, US-7, UK-N½ (Dia...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
15.70 Carat Chrysoberyl Cats-Eye and Diamond 18k Gold Cocktail Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
*ALL OUR PRICES INCLUDE PREPAID TARRIFS & CUSTOMS DUTIES FOR USA CLIENTS.* A very unique 15.70 carat Chrysoberyl Cats-Eye and 0.31 carat Diamond cluster cocktail ring, set in 15.15 ...
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, White Diamond, Cat’s Eye, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Diamond Cluster Cocktail Ring - 14k Single .15ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $30 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .15ctw Cut: Single Color: G - H Clarit...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Band - 14k Pear 1.06ctw Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 3/4 Note: Please contact us for a sizing quote Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 0.75ctw Cut: Pear Color: G Clarity: VS1 - VS2 ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1.51ct Diamond and 18ct White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 1.51 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold cluster ring; part of our diverse diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k White Gold Cluster Ring with Emerald and Diamonds
Located in Berlin, BE
14k White Gold Cluster Ring with Emerald and Diamonds Main Stone Emerald, ~0.50 ct Origin: Zambia (untreated) Diamonds Color: G–H Clarity: VVS2–VS1 Cut: Very Good Carat: 7 ×...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Aquamarine and Diamond 10 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Sitting proud at the centre of this wonderful cluster ring is a sparkling aquamarine stone. Around the 80pt aquamarine stone sit a halo of smaller diamonds each measuring approximate...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold
Vintage 14K White Gold Pearl and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 9.8 Grams Stone: Pearl (7 mm), 0.24 TCW Diamond (2.3 mm, 0.04 ct.)
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Cluster 14K (Custom 18K) White Gold Statement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed for those who appreciate refined luxury, this Diamond Cluster Statement Ring is crafted in genuine 14K Fancy white gold, with the option to customize in 18K gold for an elev...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Platinum
14KT Yellow Gold Round Diamond 0.12 Cts Heart Cluster Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
Set on a slender, highly polished band, its charming and minimalist design makes it an ideal piece for daily wear, stacking, or a thoughtful gift of love. 14KT Yellow Gold Diamond H...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Aquamarine and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Ring Size: P or 7 3/4 Centre Stone Dimension: 12.5x11mm Weight: 5.3g
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
5.5ct Natural Oval-Cut Teal Sapphire Seven-Stone Cluster Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
✦ Design & Features Centerpiece • Approx. 5.5ct Natural Oval-Cut teal Sapphire • Exceptional Color · Ethically Sourced · Hand-Finished Brilliance Accent Stones • Natural Round...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Natural Sapphire Diamond Ring Size 7 14k Gold 4.03 TCW Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Nothing says, “I Love you” more than Diamonds and Pearls! This Sapphire ring has been Certified, Inspected, and Appraised by Gemological Appraisal Laboratory Gemological Appraisal ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Antique 1.05 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 1.05 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and platinum cluster ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Vintage Style Cocktail Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
This exquisite piece brings together a dazzling array of diamonds, meticulously set to form a stunning marquise shape. Each stone is carefully positioned to maximize its fire and spa...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
14KT Pink Gold Cushion Cluster Halo Diamond Ring, 0.51ct, India
Located in Antwerp, BE
This design maximizes the visual impact, giving the impression of a much larger central stone Material : 14KT Pink Gold Gold Weight : 1.91 Gram Ring Size : EU-54, US-7, UK-N½ (Diam...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
14K Yellow Gold Floral Cluster 0.31 Cts Diamond Band Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
About : A delicate 14K yellow gold ring featuring two round diamonds in bezel-style settings, with one larger stone paired with a smaller accent stone. The simple, elegant design is ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Akoya Pearl and Diamond Cluster Flower Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 8.9 Grams Stone: Akoya Pearl and Diamonds Diamond Count: 6 Round Brilliant Diamonds Diamond Color: G Diamond Cla...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Platinum, 1980s 2.20 Carat Diamond Daisy Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Diamond Daisy Ring Platinum Circa 1980s Discover the elegance of the past with this exquisite vintage platinum daisy ring from the 1980s. This stunning piece features an ...
Diamond, Platinum
14K Pink Gold Round Cut Triple Diamond Cluster Dome Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
Material : 14KT Pink Gold Gold Weight : 2.96 Gram Ring Size : EU-54, US-7, UK-N½ (Diameter-17.2mm) Set with : Diamonds Stone : 12 Natural Diamonds Diamond Carat : 0.13 Total Carat...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Cluster Ring - 14k Marquise .78ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $35 or Down 1 1/2 sizes for $35 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Rubies Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .69ct Cut: Marq...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Pink Gold Round Cut Scattered Diamond Cluster Dome Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
Material : 14KT Pink Gold Gold Weight : 2.84 Gram Ring Size : EU-54, US-7, UK-N½ (Diameter-17.2mm) Set with : Diamonds Stone : 10 Natural Diamonds Diamond Carat : 0.18 Total Carat...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
1915 Antique 1.04 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This sapphire and diamond cluster ring is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
14KT White Gold 0.13 Cts Floral Round Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
About : A four-lobed clover/quatrefoil shape with a smooth, polished white gold outer bezel. The interior of the clover features a pave array of round-cut white diamonds set into a w...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s 2.00 Carat Diamond and White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This impressive vintage cocktail ring is supplied with an independent diamond grading certificate for the feature diamond in addition to an independent diamond grading report card fo...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Presidential Rolex Style Diamond Cluster Ring 14k Two-Toned
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Product Summary ♥ Details: Polished Bezel, Bark Center & Polished Sides Main Stone: Diamonds Approx. Total Carat Weight: .50cttw Diamond Color: H Diamond Clarity: SI2 Number of ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k White Gold 1.08ctw Round Diamond Cluster Pavé Cocktail Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k White Gold 1.08ctw Round Diamond Cluster Pavé Cocktail Ring Material: 14k White Gold Style: 14k White Gold Round Diamond Cluster Pavé Cocktail Ring Diamond Details: Approximatel...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
14K White Gold Round Cut Triple Diamond Cluster Dome Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
Material : 14KT White Gold Gold Weight : 3.23 Gram Ring Size : EU-54, US-7, UK-N½ (Diameter-17.2mm) Set with : Diamonds Stone : 12 Natural Diamonds Diamond Carat : 0.13 Total Cara...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Round Cut Triple Diamond Cluster Dome Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
Material : 14KT Yellow Gold Gold Weight : 3.23 Gram Ring Size : EU-54, US-7, UK-N½ (Diameter-17.2mm) Set with : Diamonds Stone : 12 Natural Diamonds Diamond Carat : 0.13 Total Car...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Cultured Pearl and 1.02 Carat Diamond Platinum Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage cultured pearl and 1.02 carat diamond, platinum cluster style cocktail ring; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
14K White Gold Round Cut Scattered Diamond Cluster Dome Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
Material : 14KT White Gold Gold Weight : 3.19 Gram Ring Size : EU-54, US-7, UK-N½ (Diameter-17.2mm) Set with : Diamonds Stone : 10 Natural Diamonds Diamond Carat : 0.18 Total Cara...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Round Cut Scattered Diamond Cluster Dome Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
Material : 14KT Yellow Gold Gold Weight : 3.19 Gram Ring Size : EU-54, US-7, UK-N½ (Diameter-17.2mm) Set with : Diamonds Stone : 10 Natural Diamonds Diamond Carat : 0.18 Total Car...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Diamond Cluster Bypass Ring - 14k Round Brilliant 1.10ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 1/2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $30 Metal Content: 14k White Gold & 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .50ctw Cut: ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1.09 ct Marquise Diamond Floral Cluster Band Ring 18K White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Deira, AE
The ring centers on a wide band of marquise diamonds arranged in repeating floral clusters, each navette stone radiating like a petal from a small round-set center to form flower hea...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Diamond Cluster Cocktail Ring - 10k Round & Baguette 1.00ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1.00ctw Cut: Round Brilliant & Bag...
Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold
Rose Gold Diamond Ring - 14k Round Brilliant 1.00ctw Floral Cluster
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $60 or Down 2 sizes for $40 Metal Content: 14k Rose Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1.00ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: Fancy ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 2.62 Carat Diamond and 12 Karat White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive vintage diamond cluster ring has been crafted in 12k white gold.
Diamond, White Gold
Antique 1.63 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Floral Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This impressive yellow gold diamond cluster ring is supplied with an independent diamond grading report certificate for the feature stone, in addition to an independent diamond gradi...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.50 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Cluster Wedding Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
This timeless cluster ring is adorned with a Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond weighing around 0.50ct.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Cocktail Ring - 14k Round Brilliant 2.50ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 2.50ctw Cut: Round B...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Diamond Vintage Cluster Ring - 14k Single Hearts
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 3 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1/2 a size for $30 Era: Vintage Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .07ctw Cut: Single C...
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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