Ancient Greek Gold Intaglio Ring Circa 4th Century BC
Located in Chicago, IL
A unique, museum quality ancient Greek gold ring, circa 4th century BC, likely a wedding ring. The
Ancient Greek Gold Intaglio Ring Circa 4th Century BC
Located in Chicago, IL
A unique, museum quality ancient Greek gold ring, circa 4th century BC, likely a wedding ring. The
Ancient Hellenistic Gold Ring with Medusa Motif c. 300 BC
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 300 BC This impressive high karat gold ring (approximately 22.5 Kt) dates to the Hellenistic
Gold, Silver
Large Ancient Greek Rock Crystal Gold Ring 2nd Century BC
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2nd century BC. This highly unusual and heavy ancient Greek ring of a complex design is
Carnelian, Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold, Silver
Ancient Greek silver ring with hunting scene, circa 2nd century BC.
Located in London, GB
Ancient Greek silver ring with hunting scene. A substantial silver ring with a central oval shaped
Ancient Greek 4th Century BC Zeus Coin 18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic silver "hemidrachm" coin from the central Greek region of Thessaly 400-344 BC is set
18k Gold
Ancient Greek 5th Century BC Griffin Coin 22K Gold Ring
Located in Soquel, CA
A one of a kind, authentic, ancient Greek silver coin displaying a griffin is set in an ancient
22k Gold
Ancient Greek 5th Century BC Lion Coin 18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A small authentic ancient Greek "hemiobol" coin from Kyzikos in Mysia 510-475 BC is simply set
18k Gold
Ancient Greek 5th Century BC Medusa Coin 18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic silver "drachm" coin from the ancient Greek colony of Apollonia Pontika (now in
18k Gold
GORGON/MEDUSA Authentic Ancient Greek Coin 5th century BC Gold Ring
Located in Roma, IT
This exquisite 22 kt gold ring features an authentic bronze Greek coin from 420-405 BC, adorned
22k Gold
Ancient Greek 3rd Century BC Silver Athena Coin 18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic and rare silver "Diobol" coin minted between 302-228 BC in the ancient Greek colony of
Ancient Greek 5th Century BC Athena Coin Diamond 22K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic silver "diobol" struck in the ancient Greek colony of Thurium in Lucania (on the
Diamond, 22k Gold
Ancient Roman 1st Century BC Goddess Victoria Coin 18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
hammered bezel and hammered graduated shank in this ancient-inspired Steven Battelle ring design. This
18k Gold
Ancient Greek 4th Century BC Eagle Coin 18K Gold Mens Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
authentic ancient Greek silver "drachm" coin struck in the seaport city of Chalkis on the island of Euboia
18k Gold
Ancient Greek 2nd Century BC Helios Coin 22K Granulated Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic silver "hemidrachm" from the Greek island of Rhodes 125-88 BC, depicts the radiate
Gold
Silver Ring set with Ancient Gorgon Head’s coin circa 350-300 BC
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: 350 – 300 B.C. Ring size: 8 ½ Weight: 12,7 gr This ring is entirely made of silver and
Silver
Ancient Greek 4th Century BC Lion Coin 18K/14K White Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic silver "hemidrachm" coin from the ancient Greek colony of Cherronesos 350-300 BC
18k Gold, White Gold
Ancient Greek Authentic 5th Century BC Ephesus Bee Coin 22K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic, ancient early Greek silver "drachm" coin from Ephesus 500-420 BC, is held in an
22k Gold
Ancient Greek 4th Century BC Silver Owl Athena Coin 22K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic silver "drachm" coin from the Greek world of 4th century BC depicting the "owl of
22k Gold
Ancient Greek Silver Coin 5th century BC Ring depicting a Lion's Head
Located in Roma, IT
This sterling silver ring holds within it an ancient relic—a genuine coin hailing from Magna
Silver
Ancient Greek 5th Century BC Silver Bull Coin 18K Gold Mens Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic, ancient Greek silver "Triobol" coin from the Phocian League 480 - 421 BC, features
18k Gold
Ancient Greek 3rd Century BC Hercules and Lion Coin 22K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
coin has been set in an ancient-inspired artisan crafted high-karat gold ring designed by Steven
22k Gold
Ancient Greek 4th Century BC Alexander the Great Coin Silver/18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic silver "drachm" coin from ancient Macedon 323-317 BC, minted in the name of Alexander
18k Gold
Ancient Greek 4th Century BC Alexander the Great Coin Silver/18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic silver "drachm" coin from ancient Macedonia 323-317 BC minted under Alexander the
18k Gold, Silver
Ancient Greek 4th Century BC Gold Coin Ring - 14K Gold Setting - Circa 1980's
Located in Chatham, CA
Ancient Greek 4th Century (330 BC - 220 BC) Alexander the Great 1/4 Stater gold coin (22K gold
14k Gold, 22k Gold
$14,400Sale Price|20% Off
5th Century BC Ancient Greek Gold Finger Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 5th century BC. This museum quality ancient Greek gold ring is roughly 2,500 years old. The
Gold
Ancient Greek 5th Century BC Corinthian Helmet Coin Silver 18K Gold Mens Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic small silver "diobol" coin from ancient Mesambria in Thrace 450-350 BC depicts a
18k Gold, Silver
1332 BC Ancient Egyptian New Kingdom Faience Ring for Tutankhamun
Located in London, GB
An ancient Egyptian faience ring, inscribed with the cartouche of Tutankhamun. Dating to the New
Greek Sicily 461 BC Segesta Ancient Coin Flip Signet Ring in 18kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Signet flip ring with an ancient coin from Segesta city. Fabulous coin signet ring, crafted with
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Silver Ring set with Ancient Gorgon Head’s coin circa 350-300 BC
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: 350 – 300 B.C. Ring size: 8 ½ Weight: 12,7 gr This ring is entirely made of silver and
Silver
Genuine Ancient Greek Coin 4th cent. BC 18 Kt Gold Ring depicting Medusa
Located in Roma, IT
This exquisite 18 kt gold ring features an authentic bronze Greek coin from 420-405 BC, adorned
18k Gold
Genuine Ancient Greek Coin 4th cent. BC 18 Kt Gold Ring depicting Medusa
Located in Roma, IT
This exquisite 18 kt gold ring features an authentic bronze Greek coin from 420-405 BC, adorned
Gold, 18k Gold
Genuine Ancient Greek Coin 4th cent. BC 18 Kt Gold Ring depicting Medusa
Located in Roma, IT
This exquisite 18 kt gold ring features an authentic bronze Greek coin from 420-405 BC, adorned
Gold, 18k Gold
Ancient Greek Lion Hemidrachm 400 BC In 20K Gold with Hammered Finish Mens Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Ancient Greek Lion Hemidrachm 400 BC In 20K Gold with Hammered Finish Men's Ring One of the
Gold, Silver
Bvlgari Roma 1970 Moneta Ring 18Kt Gold Ancient Greece 380-325 BC Tarentum Coin
By Bulgari
Located in Miami, FL
Signet ring with an ancient Greek coin designed by Bvlgari. Very handsome Moneta signet ring
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18kt Yellow Gold and Silver Ancient Silver Dracma Naxos 415-403 BC Men's Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Didrachm circa 415-403, AR 8.45 g. NAΞIΩN Laureate head of Apollo r.; behind, laurel leaf with berry. Rev. Naked Silenus squatting, holding cantharus in uplifted r. hand and thyrsus ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
18 Kt Yellow Gold and Silver Ancient Silver Coin Corinthia 375-300 BC Men's Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Corinthia, Stater, Corinth, c. 375-300 BC; Silver Coin Pegasos flying l.; below Ϙ, Rv. Head of
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Ancient Cypriot Base Ring Ware Jug, 1550 BC
Located in London, GB
A base ring ware jug from Cyprus, dating to the Late Bronze Age, circa 1550-1200 BC. With ring
Pottery
Ancient Egyptian New Kingdom Faience Ring for Tutankhamun, 1332 BC
Located in London, GB
An ancient Egyptian faience ring, inscribed with the cartouche of Tutankhamun. Dating to the New
Faience
Ancient Greece 4th Century BC Hephaestus Signet Bronze Ring with Hermes
Located in Miami, FL
Ancient Greek signet ring with Hermes. An exceptional ancient Greek piece from the 4th century B.C
Bronze
Ancient Greek Snake Ring Silver 4th century BC Wearable Museum Quality
Located in New York, NY
Ring from the 4th century BC, featuring Snake Head terminals. A Certificate of Authenticity is
Silver
Ancient Greek 4th Century BC Lion Coin 18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic ancient Greek silver hemidrachm coin from the Greek colony of Cherronesos 450-300 BC
18k Gold
Ancient Greek 3rd Century BC Griffin Coin 18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An unusual authentic silver drachm coin from the ancient city of Abdera 265-245 BC is set in a
18k Gold
Ancient Greek 4th Century BC Athena Coin 22k Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic ancient Greek coin displaying a helmeted Athena from 333-323 BC is beautifully set in
Diamond, 22k Gold
Ancient Greek 5th Century BC Medusa Coin 18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic ancient Greek Coin from 450-400 BC featuring the face of Medusa with her protruding
18k Gold
Ancient Greek 5th Century BC Bull Coin Mens 18K Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic silver "triobol" coin from the Ancient Greek region of Phokia (now near the city of
18k Gold
Ancient Greece 330 BC Alexander the Great Coin Signet Ring in 18 Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
A ring with an ancient Greek coin. Beautiful signet ring mounted in a bezel with an authentic coin
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
ANCIENT EGYPT-PERSIA 300 BC Intaglio Seal Ring In 23Kt Gold & Falcon In Faience
Located in Miami, FL
An ancient signet intaglio seal-ring. This is an exceptional and very rare signet seal-ring
Gold, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
Ancient Greek 5th Century BC Bee Coin Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A very old (520-400 BC) authentic ancient Greek coin from the Greek colony of Ephesus (currently
Diamond, 18k Gold
Ancient Greek 5th Century BC Dolphins Coin Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
during the 5th century BC is the centerpiece of this Steven Battelle designed 18K gold ring. This coin
Diamond, 18k Gold
Ancient Greek 5th Century BC Ephesus Bee Coin 18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic ancient early Greek silver drachm coin from Ephesus 500- 420 BC, with the beautiful
18k Gold
Ancient Greek 2nd Century BC Gaul Apollo Coin 18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic silver "obol" coin (200 - 121 BC) from the Ancient Greek colony of Massalia (now
18k Gold
Ancient Roman 2nd Century BC Roma Coin Mens Gold Silver Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic denarius coin from the Roman Republic of 122 BC is set in signature 18K bezel
18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Gold, Silver
Ancient Greek 4th Century BC Athena Coin Diamonds 22K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A authentic ancient coin with classic image of the goddess Athena wearing a crested helmet is
Diamond, 22k Gold
GORGON/MEDUSA Authentic Ancient Greek Coin 5th century BC Gold Ring
Located in Roma, IT
This exquisite 18 kt gold ring features an authentic bronze Greek coin from 420-405 BC, adorned
Gold, 18k Gold
GORGON/MEDUSA Authentic Ancient Greek Coin 5th century BC Gold Ring
Located in Roma, IT
This exquisite 18 kt gold ring features an authentic bronze Greek coin from 420-405 BC, adorned
18k Gold
Steven Battelle Ancient Greek 5th Century BC Bee Coin 18K Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An interesting ancient early Greek coin from Ephesus is held in a simple wide line texture bezel
18k Gold
Ancient Greek 5th Century BC Ephesus Bee Coin 18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
hammered matte-finish shank in this beautiful Steven Battelle designed ring. Ephesus was an ancient Greek
18k Gold
Ancient Rome 1st Century BC Goddess Victoria Coin 18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Battelle ring design currently sized 6.5. The palm frond was typically awarded as a symbol of triumph in
18k Gold
GOD JANUS Genuine Ancient Roman Coin 2nd cent. BC Silver Ring
Located in Roma, IT
This sterling silver ring showcases an authentic Roman coin from the 2nd century B.C., featuring
Silver
Ancient Greek 5th Century BC Bull Coin Sterling 18K Gold Mens Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic, ancient Greek silver "Triobol" coin from the Phocian League 480 - 421 BC, features
18k Gold
Ancient Greek 4th Century BC Athena Coin Oxidized Silver/18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A small authentic silver "obol" coin from the ancient Greek region of Pisidia (now slightly inland
18k Gold, Silver
Ancient Greek 4th Century BC Alexander the Great Coin 18k Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An extremely fine top grade Alexander the Great Macedonian drachm coin from approximately 325 BC is
18k Gold
Ancient Greek Coin 5th century BC Silver Ring depicting the Goddess Athena
Located in Roma, IT
This sterling silver ring showcases an authentic Greek silver diobolus, sourced from an Athenian
Silver
HOUND DOG Authentic Ancient Greek Coin 460-450 BC 18 Kt Gold Ring
Located in Roma, IT
This remarkable 18 kt gold ring elegantly frames an authentic silver litra from ancient Sicily
18k Gold
Ancient Greek 4th Century BC Alexander The Great Coin 18K/Sterling Mens Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic silver "drachm" coin from ancient Macedon 323-317 BC minted in the name of Alexander
18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Ancient Greek 4th Century BC Alexander the Great 18K Gold Sterling Silver Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic silver "drachm" coin from ancient Macedon 323-317 BC was minted in the name of
18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Ancient Greek 4th Century BC Alexander the Great Silver/18K Gold Mens Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic silver "drachm" coin from ancient Macedon 323-317 BC minted in the name of Alexander
18k Gold, Silver
Ancient Greek 4th Century BC Alexander the Great Silver/18K Gold Mens Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic silver "drachm" coin from ancient Macedon 323-317 BC minted in the name of Alexander
18k Gold, Silver
Ancient Greek 4th Century BC Alexander The Great Coin Silver and Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An exquisitely detailed reverse of an authentic ancient drachm coin from 336-223 commissioned by
18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Gold, Silver
Ancient Greek 4th Century BC Alexander the Great Zeus Coin Gold Silver Mens Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
-323 BC depicts Zeus enthroned holding an eagle and sceptre. Zeus was the god of the sky in ancient
18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Ancient Greek 4th Century BC Alexander the Great Coin Silver 18K Gold Mens Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic silver "drachm" coin from ancient Macedon 323-317 BC was minted in the name of
18k Gold
Ancient Greek 4th Century BC Alexander the Great Coin Gold And Silver Mens Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic silver "drachm" coin from ancient Macedon 323-317 BC was minted in the name of
Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Ancient Greek 4th Century BC Alexander the Great Coin Gold and Silver Mens Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
depicts Zeus enthroned holding an eagle and sceptre. Zeus was the god of the sky in ancient Greek
18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Gold, Silver
Lalaounis A Gold Ring in the Ancient Greek manner of 500 BC
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in London, GB
description. The borders of the Ring are covered in fine Gold beadwork that only the ancient jewellers could
18k Gold
Thierry Mugler Sweetheart Neckline Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
In this stunning dress, Thierry Mugler once again proves that fashion is not merely worn - it’s performed. A masterclass in theatrical femininity, this mid-century-inspired silhouett...
Faberge Heritage Rose Gold Diamond & Pink Guilloche Enamel Heart Surprise Locket
By Fabergé
Located in New York, NY
The heritage rose gold diamond and pink guilloche enamel heart surprise locket features pink guilloche enamel and round white diamonds, set in 18 karat rose gold. In keeping with it...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
$16,953
Size: Equivalent size 36 France
A Christian Dior Lace Couture Gown Collection Ligne Oblique (?) Circa 1950
By Christian Dior
Located in Toulon, FR
Ligne Oblique Collection (?) Circa 1948/1950 Paris France A Collectible Calais black lace cocktail or ceremonial dress by Christian Dior. Black and white transparency effect obtained...
F/W 2004 Roberto Cavalli Black Velvet Satin Panel Flare Slip Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a beautiful midi black spiral Roberto Cavalli dress. From the Fall/Winter 2004 collection, this dress features alternating fabric panels fashioned at an angle to create a ...
Hermes Birkin 35cm Vert D'Eau Matte Alligator Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the epitome of luxury and sophistication, the Hermes Birkin 35 Vert D'Eau Matte Alligator Palladium Hardware handbag. Crafted in 2021, this iconic handbag is a testament ...
2004 Christian Dior Galliano D’Trick White Leather Pointed Sporty Kitten Heels
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Sheffield, GB
2004 Christian Dior by John Galliano D’Trick Red Leather & Leopard Pointed Court Shoe Heels, named in homage to Marlene Dietrich featuring perforated leather, Chrome ‘D’ Buckles and...
Antique Diamond Maltese Cross Brooch Pendant C. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1850 This very fine antique Maltese cross is crafted in silver topped 14K gold (front – silver, back – gold). The cross is embellished with chunky old mine cut diamonds and co...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Hermes Kelly Sellier 32 Tri-Colour Poussiere Poudre Ficelle Crocodile
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Kelly 32 Sellier bag featured in a rare tri-colour Porosus Crocodile. The perfect neutral palette of Poussiere, Poudre and Ficelle. No longer produced thi...
Dolce & Gabbana yellow glitter mini skirt suit, ss 1995
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in London, GB
▪ Dolce & Gabbana evening skirt suit ▪ 'Hollywood Glamour', Spring-Summer 1995 ▪ Showpiece ▪ Constructed from yellow glitter felt ▪ Ivory satin trim, collar and buttons ▪ Single-b...
Beautiful Rare Thierry Mugler Devoré Silk Velvet Dress Black
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Manfred Thierry Mugler distilled the drama of midnight velvet and the intrigue of bare skin into this impossibly rare devoré cocktail dress: a piece that feels less like clothing and...
An 18 Carat Gold French circa 1870 Bracelet with Enamel
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A wide, 18-carat yellow gold bracelet with three large, oval medaillons; the middle one is somewhat larger and features a muse in colourful champlevé and painted enamel, flanked by t...
Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Shield Cuff Solid 18 Karat Gold
By Tinguely Bijoux
Located in Boston, MA
Fluid and bold solid 18 karat gold cuff. Pairs with Shield Ring. Also available in Silver and White Gold by special order.
18k Gold, Gold
Chanel Timeless Bag Rare Vintage 1990's Limited Edition Lucky Charm Black Tote
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Timeless Bag Rare Vintage 1990's Limited Edition Lucky Charm Black Tote Made in France
$3,840Sale Price|20% Off
CHRISTIAN DIOR 2006 John Galliano Vintage Runway silk floral drape dress FR34 XS
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN DIOR 2006 John Galliano Vintage Runway red silk black floral drape dress FR34 XS Reference: TGAS/E00996 Brand: Dior Designer: John Galliano Collection: AW 2006 - Runway Mat...
Unavailable|$8,600
French Antique 18K Pearl Button Cuff Bangle Bracelet - Auguste Lahaye
Located in Hummelstown, PA
A fanciful lace and natural pearl button cuff bangle by Auguste Lahaye (workshop later purchased by the esteemed French jeweler Rene Boivin). Masterfully hand fabricated in contrasti...
Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian Tiara with Diamond Star - c.1890
Located in London, GB
We are exceptionally delighted to offer this spectacular Victorian diamond star tiara made c.1890. The tiara will come in a fully fitted presentation case as photographed. Upon pond...
Diamond, Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.