Antique Onyx and Diamond Owl Ring of 10k & 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A one-of-a-kind jewel rich with symbolism and history, this striking ring showcases a finely
Early 1900s Antique Owl Rings
Diamond, Onyx, 10k Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Onyx and Diamond Owl Ring of 10k & 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A one-of-a-kind jewel rich with symbolism and history, this striking ring showcases a finely
Diamond, Onyx, 10k Gold, 14k Gold
Owl Drachm Ring in 22k & sterling silver
Located in Atlanta, GA
A new style Drachm (coin) with image of an owl standing on an amphora vase with a grape vine, all
22k Gold, Sterling Silver
Ancient Owl Coin Ring, 22kt Gold & Silver
Located in Atlanta, GA
Owl featured prominently has been set in a custom custom ring with a 22k gold and sterling silver
22k Gold, Sterling Silver
A Silver Owl Tetradrachm Ring w/ 22k gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
A silver tetradrachm [coin] owl and Athena coin ring trimmed with 22 karat gold. This ancient coin
22k Gold, Silver
Victorian 14 Karat Yellow Gold Owl Antique Unsiex Bird Animal Signet Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval-shaped high polish gold signet face Flanked by stylized owl motif shoulders With
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Colombian Emerald 0.81 ct certified cluster Ring In 18k Gold, Belle Epoque Ring
Located in PARIS, FR
each). Antique daisy ring, circa 1900. Owl hallmark Ring size: 51 EU or 5.75 US (size adjustment
Emerald, 18k Gold
French Victorian secret opening locket ring with pearls in 18k gold
Located in PARIS, FR
ring, late 19th century, likely French. Owl hallmark (rear) Ring size: 53 EU or 6.5 US (adjustment
Pearl, 18k Gold
20th Century Mediterranean Coral Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, owl hallmark, and platinum. Pompadour ring, it is decorated in closed
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Belle Epoque natural saltwater pearl ring with diamonds in 18k and platinum
Located in PARIS, FR
ring, circa 1890. Mascaron and owl hallmarks. Ring size: 50 or 5.25 US (resizing possible
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
19th Century Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Marquise Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, owl hallmark. Beautiful antique ring, it is set in the center of an
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,640Sale Price|20% Off
Old Mine Diamond Natural Sapphire Platinum Wedding Engagement Ring Victorian
Located in New York, NY
atop 16 Karat Yellow Gold. The ring is hallmarked with the French owl hallmark. The antique ring is
Diamond, Sapphire, Pearl, Platinum, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
French antique Perpignan garnet navette ring, 18k rose gold regional jewelry
Located in PARIS, FR
. Regional ring, circa 1880, South-Eastern France. Owl hallmark (posterior) Ring size: 53 EU or 6.25 US
Garnet, Rose Gold
Infinity love ruby and diamond ring in 18k gold, natural pearls
Located in PARIS, FR
ring are adorned with small rose-cut diamonds. Antique ring, circa 1880. Owl hallmark (posterior
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
French Georgian pearl ring in 18 karat gold, rectangular shape, natural pearl
Located in PARIS, FR
19th century. Owl hallmark (later addition) Ring size: 49 EU or 5 US (size adjustment possible
Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Arts and Crafts ring in 18 karats white gold, 0.30 ct old-cut diamond, Art Deco
Located in PARIS, FR
or early Art Deco ring, circa 1910-1920. Owl hallmark (posterior) Ring size: 59 EU or 8.75 US (size
Diamond, White Gold
$4,099
H 16.93 in W 12.6 in D 10.63 in
WMF An Art Nouveau candelabra with an owl & 6 sconces to the main circular ring.
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in London, GB
WMF attributed. An Art Nouveau candelabra with six sconces to the main circular ring and sineous
Brass
Unavailable
Dimos 18k Gold Reversible Carved Owl Ring
Located in Athens, GR
Reversible ring of 18k yellow gold and a natural cornelian made in museum replica and decorated
18k Gold
Owl Cultured Pearl Ruby Rose Cut Diamonds Art Nouveau Yellow Gold Ring
By Fabio Ferrara
Located in Marcianise, IT
This Ring is made of 9K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver. This Ring has 0.15 Carats of Rose Cut
Diamond, Ruby, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, 9k Gold
Antique Victorian Sapphire and Pearl Gold Ring, Antique French Gold Enamel Ring
Located in Rottedam, NL
wearable proposal, engagement or anniversary ring! Hallmarks: "OWL", acid test shows 18 CT gold; Crown
Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Enamel
Blue topaz diamond ring in 18 karat yellow gold
Located in PARIS, FR
an aquamarine stone. Antique cluster ring circa 1880. Owl hallmark (french state hallmark for 18
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Signet Ring with Amethyst and Natural Pearls, 19th Century
Located in Paris, FR
Superb 18kt gold engraved signet ring (quality mark: owl) with an amethyst surrounded with natural
Amethyst, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique Gold Navette Ring with Old Cut Diamonds, 19th Century
Located in Paris, FR
Stunning yellow 18 Kt gold navette ring (quality mark: owl) set with old mine cut diamonds, which
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Edwardian Diamond Twist Ring circa 1915 18 Carat Gold Platinum
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
the shank is hallmarked with a French Owl. The lovely twist Diamond ring sits elegantly on the finger
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Owl Ring Amethyst Colored Eyes, Sterling Silver
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Fun owl ring features two predominant amethyst colored eyes. The stones are purple colored and
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Antique Gold and Carnelian Intaglio Owl Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
The carnelian intaglio depicting the owl with 18kt yellow gold setting. Size : 7
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold
Bailey Banks & Biddle Victorian Diamond 14 Karat Gold Owl Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as the face of an owl with stylized details as well as engraved stars partially along
Diamond, 14k Gold
Gold Ring Set With An Agate Owl Cameo, Italian 17th century
Located in Firenze, IT
A hardstone white agate cameo depicting the owl in gold collet settings. The size cameo is 1.9 x
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Victorian Citrine 14 Karat Yellow Gold Intaglio Antique Unisex Owl Signet Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
-orange in color Carved to depict a shield-shaped intaglio with an owl and palm tree Heraldic symbol for
Citrine, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Rose Cut Diamond & Garnet Owl Face Ring in 18K Yellow Gold, Silver
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: A unique Victorian ring crafted in 18k yellow gold and silver. The
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
1900s French Peridot and Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 carat yellow gold, owl hallmark. This superb antique ring is bezel set with an oval
Diamond, Peridot, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Antique Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 carat yellow gold, owl hallmark. This superb antique ring has harmonious lines and
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Turquoise 18 Karat Rose Gold Pyramide Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karats rose gold, owl hallmark. This original vintage ring, consists of a pyramid made
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
19th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Daisy Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, owl hallmark. Splendid daisy ring it is set in the center of an
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Signet Ring, 18kt Yellow Gold, circa 1850
Located in London, GB
Weight: 12.53gr Metal: 18kt yellow gold Condition: Very Good Hallmarks: French – owl
1900s 1.85 Carat Garnet 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, owl hallmark. Delightful antique ring from the Belle Epoque, its
Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Napoleon 3 Black Enamel Natural Pearls Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, owl hallmark. Charming antique ring, it consists of a rectangular
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
19th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Daisy Engagement Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karats yellow gold ring, owl hallmark and platinum, mascaron hallmark. Daisy diamond
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
20th Century 18 Karat Rose Gold Sardoine Unisex Signet Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karats rose gold, owl hallmark. Antique ring, it is decorated with a rectangular
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
19th Century Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Daisy Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow and white gold, owl hallmark. Charming antique engagement ring, it
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
French 20th Century Garnet 18 Karat Yellow Gold Snake Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, owl hallmark. Symbolic, this antique ring is constituted of 3 gold
Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1900s Men or Women Sapphire Diamonds 18 Karat Gold Band Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 carats yellow gold, owl hallmark. This antique unisex ring is set with a cushion-cut
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
Antique Late 19th Century French Old Cut Diamond Navette Shaped Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
A charming antique old cut diamond navette shaped cluster ring circa 1880. The ring has an owl
Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century 15 Carat Jade Jadeite 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, owl hallmark. Important antique ring, it is set with a cabochon of
Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French 1920s Rose-cut Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Flower Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat white gold, owl hallmark. Elegant antique ring, its setting represents a stylized
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
19th Century Green-Yellow Sapphire Enamelled 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat rose gold, owl hallmark. This feminine flower ring features a gold band decorated
Green Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Sapphire, Enamel, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, ...
19th Century 0.79 Carat Opal Natural Pearls 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, owl hallmark. Feminine antique ring, it is decorated in the center of
Opal, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
English Victorian 20th Century Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Garter Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, owl hallmark. Antique garter-style ring set with 3 round blue
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
Antique French 1.55 Carat Sapphire 1.34 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
exterior of the plain ring shank with the 18k gold guarantee mark (owl). This antique cocktail ring is
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1925s Art Deco 3.14 Carat Emerald Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold ring, owl hallmark and platinum, mascaron hallmark. Sumptuous antique
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Demantoid Garnet Old European Diamond Owl Cocktail Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
the ring has an owl-shaped figure, which is elevated above the ring band with platinum. Along the head
Diamond, Garnet, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Platinum
Vintage Owl Cats Eye Chrysoberyl Diamond Enamel Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Total Weight: 11.7 Grams Ring Size: 5.5 Diamond
Diamond, Chrysoberyl, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
Antique Victorian Owl Conversion Ring Sapphire Ruby 10 Karat Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
to the ring. The owl is a mystical bird and traditionally is a symbol of wisdom, truth, patience and
Ruby, Sapphire, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Gold Snake Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 carat yellow gold, owl hallmark. This splendid gold ring is typical of the style
18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s Antique Diamond Pearl Gold Band Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 carat yellow gold, owl hallmark. This delicate antique ring is femininity incarnate
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Natural Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karats yellow gold, owl hallmark. This beautiful antique ring is set in the center of a
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1900s Men or Women Sapphire Diamonds 18K Gold Band Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 carats yellow gold, owl hallmark. This antique unisex ring is set with a cushion-cut
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
Authentic French Art Deco Sapphire Old European Cut Diamonds Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The emerald cut sapphire in this elegant authentic Art Deco ring from France is set in a double
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1925s Art Deco Sapphire Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Round Shape Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat white gold, owl hallmark. Art Deco ring, it presents a round shape mounting
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Owl Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
GORGEOUS TWO TONE ROSE GOLD, YELLOW GOLD AND RUBY OWL RING FROM 1900 SIGNIFIES WISDOM.
Ruby
Dimos 18k Gold Carved Lapis Lazuli Owl Reversible Ring
Located in Athens, GR
Museum replica ring in 18 karat yellow gold set with Lapis Lazuli hand carved showcasing the owl
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Engagement Edwardian Antique Ring with Diamonds 1.20 Carat
Located in Paris, FR
18kt gold and platinium engagment ring (hallmarks: owl and Mascaron) set with old mine cut diamonds
Antique 19th Century Ruby Diamond Gold Platinum Ring
Located in Paris, FR
18kt yellow gold and silver ring (quality mark: owl and mascaron) with a central oval ruby (total
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Intaglio Signet Gold Ring with a Lion
Located in Paris, FR
18kt gold signet ring (quality mark: owl) set with an agate sard intaglio agate engraved and
Agate, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian Rose Gold Cluster Ring with Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
18kt rose gold and silver engagment Victorian cluster ring (quality mark: owl) set with a red stone
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Gold Platinum Cluster Ring, circa 1920
Located in Paris, FR
18kt gold and platinium cluster ring (quality mark: owl and mascaron) set with a central round
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique "Toi Et Moi" Rose Gold Ring with Diamonds, circa 1900
Located in Paris, FR
18kt rose gold and platinium "toi et moi" ring (quality mark: owl and Mascaron) with a central old
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Aquamarine and Diamonds Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Platinum
Located in PARIS, FR
Edwardian 18kt yellow gold and platinum (hallmarks : owl and mascaron) cluster ring set with a
Aquamarine, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Nouveau emerald ring in 18k rose gold, platinum, rose-cut diamonds
Located in PARIS, FR
Nouveau ring, circa 1910. Owl and mascaron hallmarks (French hallmarks for 18k and platinum) Finger
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Opal and Diamond Marquise Ring in Rose Gold and Platinum, Belle Epoque
Located in PARIS, FR
. Mascaron and owl hallmarks Finger size : 52 UE or 5,75 US (possible to size) Dimensions of the ring head
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Arts and Crafts Owl Hanging Lamp
Located in North Hollywood, CA
style construction. The owl has red glass eyes, lit from behind. The owl clutches a large ring in his
Glass
Art Nouveau Kralik Vase with Owl Frame
By Kralik Glassworks
Located in London, GB
'. It is set in an original skeleton metal frame decorated with grape vines and four owls (holding rings
Metal
Edwardian pearl diamond ring in 18-karat gold and platinum
Located in PARIS, FR
are also set with 12 rose-cut diamonds, joining the ring head. Antique ring, circa 1900. Owl and
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Platinum
Toi et Moi Engagement Ring with Diamonds, Gold and Silver, circa 1900
Located in Paris, FR
18kt gold and platinium "toi et moi" engagment ring (quality mark: owl and mascaron) set with three
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
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 warrior in Corinthian helmet facing. Mesambria was a Doric Greek colony on an island in ...
18k Gold, Silver
$3,880Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Aquamarine Old Mine Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning antique Art Deco 2.6 Carat Aquamarine and Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring in an 18 Karat White Gold filigree open work setting of great beauty. The Engagement Ring, Wed...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Ancient Greek 4th Century BC Corinth Pegasus Coin Diamonds 22K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic ancient Greek silver "stater" coin displaying Pegasus flying left rests in a Steven Battelle designed hammered medallic high karat gold setting ornamented with flat wire...
Diamond, 22k Gold
18K Gold Ring w Venus Intaglio
Located in Atlanta, GA
A hand crafted 21 karat gold ring made with an authentic Carnelian intaglio representing Venus (or Aphrodite, as she was called during the time it was made). Aphrodite is the Greek g...
Chalcedony, Gold
Antique Georgian Star Sapphire Diamond Guilloche Enamel 14K Gold Ring Circa 1830
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Georgian Period cabochon star sapphire, diamond, cobalt blue guilloche enamel 14K gold ring. Circa 1830 This beautiful antique ring dates from the George IV/Regency Period. ...
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold
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 ring is engraved with two wrestling Erotes. When Aphrodite (Greek goddess of love,...
Early Byzantine Gold Ring with Christ c. 6th Century AD
Located in Chicago, IL
Byzantine (the Eastern Roman Empire) circa 500 – 600 AD. This highly important, museum rarity early Christian gold (approximately 22.85 Kt) ring is engraved with the bust of Christ ...
Gold
$3,650
W 0.75 in D 0.4 in L 7 in
20 Karat Gold Scarab Beetle Bracelet Antique Egyptian Revival Hieroglyphics
Located in New York, NY
This is a very rare and wonderful antique Egyptian Revival Bracelet with eight graduated Scarab Beetles set in 20 Karat Yellow Gold with Hieroglyphics on the reverse of the Scarabs. ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ancient Roman Pegasus Coin 22k Gold Pendant (pendant only)
Located in Atlanta, GA
An authentic Q. Titius, Silver Denarius Coin (Rome, circa 90 BC), set in a custom 22k gold bezel, suspended within a squared bezel with gold bead accents at each corner, and 22k gold...
22k Gold, Silver
$2,500
Size: please refer to measurements
CLAIRE PETTIBONE 2015 Sample Golden Bridal Gown Backless Wedding Maxi Dress
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Claire Pettibone Romantique Collection Sample Wedding Dress White and Golden Yellow Very Shimmery Deep low back Size 10 but see measurements below Pristine Measurements in inches lay...
A Roman intaglio gold hardstone ring
Located in London, GB
A Roman intaglio gold hardstone ring, the oval shaped rose-quartz measuring 1.4 x 1.1cm, deep engraved with the profile of an Emperor wearing a laurel wreath, possibly Nero, Roman-se...
22k Gold
Late 18th Century Gold Four Compartment Poison Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: Late 18th century Provenance: Italy Ring size: 7 Weight: 5.9 gr This precious ring of the 18th century ring is made of gold and has the central part – in the shape of a fou...
Gold, 18k Gold
Ancient Roman Cameo High Karat Gold Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Roman Empire, 2nd – 3rd century A.D. This massive solid gold ring with broad shoulders is of a very fine workmanship. The ring is crafted in high karat gold (about 24K). It is cente...
Gold
21k Gold Ring W/ Cornelian Intaglio
Located in Atlanta, GA
An artisan-crafted 21 karat gold ring made with an authentic cornelian intaglio representing Venus (or Aphrodite, as she was called during the time it was made). Aphrodite is the Gre...
Carnelian, Gold
$1,595 / item
Roman Mosaic Glass & 21k Ring, Size 8
Located in Atlanta, GA
An authentic ancient Roman mosaic glass (4th to 6th century AD) custom mounted within a 21k gold band and squared/rope bezel. The coloration of this ancient Roman glass is cobalt/nav...
22k Gold
An 18th century sapphire cameo depicting Hercules
Located in London, GB
An 18th century sapphire cameo depicting Hercules, the oval sapphire weighing 7.90 carats and finely engraved with the profile of Hercules facing right, rub-over set to a yellow gold...
Sapphire, 22k Gold, Yellow 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.
Ancient Egyptians referred to the vibrant stone as the “gem of the sun.”
There are many ways to showcase a diamond, from traditional prongs to a smooth, streamlined bezel. Here’s everything you need to consider.
The vintage bombé ring is bursting with color and timeless style.
Zircon is a magnificent and underrated natural gemstone that has been worn and adored for centuries.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
If diamonds don’t seem right, what about a magnificent sapphire, ruby or emerald?
Accounting for just 1 percent of all diamonds, these marvels of nature are exceedingly rare and gorgeously complex.
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.