Natural Diamond Band 0.85 cts 18 Karat Yellow Gold Full Eternity Band Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
A symphony of brilliance unfolds in the form of a striking band, where each facet is meticulously designed to captivate and enchant. At the heart of this resplendent piece, brillian...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 kt. White Gold Cocktail Ring with 154 ct. London Blue Topaz & 8.72 Diamonds
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
Magnificant 18 kt. White Gold Gigantic Cocktail Ring with 154 ct. London Blue Topaz & 8.72 ct. Diamonds Diamonds: brilliant cut diamonds together 8.78 ct. diamonds Topaz: Massive L...
Diamond, Blue Topaz, Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
New Solid 18K Tricolor Gold 0.94ct E-F VVS-VS Diamond Eternity Band Ring
Located in Zurich, CH
This innovative eternity band redefines luxury with its tricolor 18K gold composition—white, rose, and yellow gold artfully interwoven—and 54 exceptional diamonds totalling 0.94 cara...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cristal rock yellow gold cocktail ring
By Pieter Nulens
Located in Antwerpen, BE
This is a unique, handmade ring in 18kt yellow mixed gold, set with a specially cut marquise rock crystal. The rock crystal contains needle-like inclusions of green tourmaline. The ...
Crystal, Diamond, 18k Gold
ALGT Certified 18 Kt. Pink Gold Ring with 5.10 Ct Morganite and Diamonds
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Exclusive hand-made rose gold ring with a round brilliant cut Orange Pink morganite of 5.10 ct. In excellent condition. AAAA quality. The stone is surrounded by an entourage of 39 b...
Morganite, 18k Gold
5.13 Carats Ceylon Deep Blue Sapphire and Diamond Gold 18k Ring
Located in Uccle, BE
Ring made of gold 18k set with an oval shape Ceylon deep blue sapphire of 5.13 Carats and two side diamonds of 0.93 Carats total ( J colour - Vs clarity)
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Ring 18k Rose Gold Crossover with Natural Rose-Cut Diamond Saltwater Pearls
Located in Heemstede, NL
Experience the timeless elegance of this 18K Pink Gold Crossover Ring with Natural Rose-Cut Diamond and Saltwater Pearls from the early 1900s. Meticulously crafted in luxurious 18K p...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold
Gorgeous Platinum Ring with Vivid Red 5.53 Ct Ruby & 1.5 Ct Heart Shape Diamond
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous Platinum Ring With Vivid Red 5.53 Ct Ruby and 1.5 Ct Heart shaped Diamond Ruby: Vivid Red, Cushion Shape Mozambique Ruby 5.53 Ct. Comes with a C. Dunaigre Switzerland Certi...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
18kt White Gold Ring Wth 5.23ct Colombian Emerald & 0.93ct Heart Shaped Diamonds
By Orologio / Joël Glecer
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful 18kt White Gold Ring With 5.23ct Colombian Minor Emerald & 0.93ct Heart Shaped Diamonds Emerald: Colombian Emerald 5.23 ct Minor. Diamonds: Heart shaped diamonds, togethe...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Gold 3.3 Carat Fancy Cognac Heart and Pear Shape Diamond Trilogy Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
One-of-a-kind 18K rose gold ring, handmade in Belgium with no casting or printing involved, featuring a stunning Fancy Cognac heart-shaped diamond at the center, flanked by two Fancy...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold
18kt Gold Ring GRS 2.19 Ct Burmese Pigeon Blood Vivid Red Ruby & 1.5ct Diamonds
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous fine 18kt White Gold Ring With 2.19ct Burmese Mogok Pigeon Blood Ruby and 1.5ct Diamonds, With GRS Swiss certificate! Ruby: Natural Burma Ruby, 2.19ct, Oval shape, Brillian...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cabochon 25.81 Carats Ceylon Sapphire and Gold 18k Ring
Located in Uccle, BE
Ring made of gold 18k set with a center Ceylon cabochon ring of 25.81 Carats, 2 diamonds of 0.38 Carats, and 1.03 carats diamonds. Total weight of diamonds: 1.41 Carats (H color - ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
SigridB Engagement Ring "Passion" Brilliants Pink Tourmaline 18kt White Gold
Located in CAPRINO VERONESE, Veneto
"Passion" is a breathtaking, one-of-a-kind ring from SigridB's Freestyle Collection, designed to embody elegance, vibrancy and refined artistry. Crafted in 18k White gold, the ring f...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
SigridB Cocktail Ring "Snow & Ice" Brilliants Tanzanite 18k White Gold
By SigridB Jewelry
Located in CAPRINO VERONESE, Veneto
"Snow & Ice" is a one-of-a-kind ring form SigridB's Diva Collection, masterfully crafted in 18k white gold to embody elegance, contrast and refined artistry. The design features...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Balcony: 18kt white gold cocktail ring with a yellow beryl.
By Pieter Nulens
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Balcony is an airy yet sleek and distinctive ring. It embodies the romance of the opera with a hint of Art Deco. The beryl was cut in Germany by Wild & Petch and features a "cont...
Beryl, Diamond, Yellow Beryl, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,672Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Diamond Band 0.70 cts 18 Karat White Gold Multi Row Diamond Band
Located in Antwerpen, BE
A multi-row diamond band in 18 Kt white gold with a pave setting is an exquisite and elegant gift idea for anniversaries and weddings. This beautiful ring features multiple rows of b...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamonds Halo Cluster Jewelry Set, 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Set
Located in Antwerpen, BE
The earrings themselves are a testament to timeless elegance. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, they feature a delicate, yet captivating design that accentuates the inhere...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
SigridB Ring "Men in Black" 0.93ct. VVS1 E/F brilliants Ceramic 18K White Gold
Located in CAPRINO VERONESE, Veneto
"Men in Black" is a striking, one-of-a-kind ring from the Freestyle collection of SigridB., expertly crafted in 18k white gold to merge contemporary design with timeless elegance. Th...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
SigridB Engagement Ring "Reflection" H SI 1 Brilliants Tourmaline 18K Gold
By SigridB Jewelry
Located in CAPRINO VERONESE, Veneto
The “Reflection” ring is a breathtaking one-off piece from the Freestyle Collection by SigridB and completes the three-piece "Reflection" Set, alongside the pendant and earrings. At...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
SigridB. Cocktail Ring "Bora" HS SI Brilliants Purple Amethyst 18k White Gold
By SigridB Jewelry
Located in CAPRINO VERONESE, Veneto
The “Bora” ring is a sculptural, one-off masterpiece from the Freestyle Collection by SigridB and forms the third component of the exclusive "Bora" Set, alongside the matching pendan...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
18 kt White Gold , 0.38 ct White & 1.6 ct Cognac Diamonds
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
Ring white gold with white and cognac diamonds Material : 18 kt. white gold Diamonds: white brilliant cut diamonds together ca. 0.38 ct. cognac diamonds together ca. 1.60 ct. Rin...
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Kt White Gold Flower Shaped Diamonds & sapphires, Unique
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
UNIQUE RING SHAPED LIKE A FLOWER SET WITH DIAMONDS AND SAPPHIRES Completely hand crafted & Designed in our Atelier MATERIAL: 18 kt white gold SIZE: 55 ( can be resized for free) ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,032Sale Price / item|20% Off
18kt White Gold Baguette Natural Diamond Cluster Full Eternity Statement Band
Located in Antwerpen, BE
It is the 18KT White Gold Baguette Round Diamond Full Eternity Band with Gold Inlay, an exquisite diamond ring that embodies elegance, eternal love, and intricate craftsmanship. Cra...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gorgeous 18 kt. White Gold Zigzag 1.2 ct. Black & White Brilliant Cut Diamonds
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous 18 kt. White Gold Zigzag 1.2 ct. Black & White Brilliant Cut Diamonds Ring Completely Designed & hand made in our Atelier Material: 18 kt. solid white gold Size: 55 1/2 ...
Diamond, White Gold
Fabulous 18kt White Gold 2.51 Ct Round Ruby with Certificate & 0.44ct Diamonds
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
Fabulous 18kt White Gold 2.51 Ruby With Certificate and 0.44ct Diamonds Ruby: Natural Corundum Ruby, Round cut, Intense Purplish Pinkish red, 2.51ct Diamonds: 22 diamonds together ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond 0.80 carats 18 Karat White Gold Eternity Wedding Band
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Indulge in the timeless allure of this exquisite diamond band, meticulously crafted from 18k White Gold to radiate elegance and sophistication. The band features a continuous row of ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond 0.75 carats 18 Karat Yellow Gold Eternity Wedding Band
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Indulge in the timeless allure of this exquisite diamond band, meticulously crafted from 18k Yellow Gold to radiate elegance and sophistication. The band features a continuous row of...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Diamond Band 0.26 carats 18 Karats White Gold Anniversary Band
Located in Antwerpen, BE
At the heart of the ring lies a row of round diamonds totaling 0.26 carats, each diamond meticulously set within the rich embrace of 18KT White Gold. Adding a touch of distinction to...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond 0.83 carat 18KT White Gold Cluster Eternity Anniversary Band
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Fancy cut Baguette Round square Cushion Cluster set diamond gives this wedding band in a polished look. An elegant of Band of baguette Round diamonds Clusters gleams brightly amidst...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond 3.05 Carats 18KT White Gold Full Eternity Wedding Band
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Witness the timeless elegance of our exquisite diamond band, a true masterpiece crafted from lustrous 18KT white gold. This stunning ring showcases a continuous band of round-shaped ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$872Sale Price|20% Off
18KT Gold Natural Baguette Diamond Half Eternity Wedding Band R043586WG
Located in Antwerpen, BE
You know You'll be Together Forever and This Sparkling Baguette Diamond Half- Eternity Band Expresses Your Love Perfectly. Our Eternity Rings are one of the most meaningful represent...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$872Sale Price|20% Off
18KT Gold Natural Baguette Diamond Half Eternity Wedding Band R043586RG
Located in Antwerpen, BE
You know You'll be Together Forever and This Sparkling Baguette Diamond Half- Eternity Band Expresses Your Love Perfectly. Our Eternity Rings are one of the most meaningful represen...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$952Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Diamond 0.25 carats 18KT White Gold Twisted Full Eternity Band
Located in Antwerpen, BE
true masterpiece fashioned from lustrous 18k white gold. This stunning ring showcases a continuous band of meticulously set round-shaped diamonds, totaling an impressive 0.25 carats....
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$872Sale Price|20% Off
18KT Gold Natural Baguette Diamond Half Eternity Wedding Band R043586YG
Located in Antwerpen, BE
You know You'll be Together Forever and This Sparkling Baguette Diamond Half- Eternity Band Expresses Your Love Perfectly. This luxurious ring is enhanced with a high polish finish...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$792Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Diamond 0.26 carats 18KT Rose Gold Half Eternity Wedding Band
Located in Antwerpen, BE
This exquisite 18KT Rose gold half eternity band embodies timeless elegance and sophistication. Adorned with 0.26 carats of meticulously set round and baguette diamonds, the band cap...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Natural Diamond 0.26 carats 18KT Yellow Gold Half Eternity Wedding Band
Located in Antwerpen, BE
This exquisite 18KT Yellow gold half eternity band embodies timeless elegance and sophistication. Adorned with 0.26 carats of meticulously set round and baguette diamonds, the band c...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$712Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Diamond Band 0.25 carats 18 Karats Yellow Gold Anniversary Band
Located in Antwerpen, BE
At the heart of the ring lies a row of round diamonds totaling 0.25 carats, each diamond meticulously set within the rich embrace of 18KT Yellow Gold. Adding a touch of distinction t...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Diamond 0.70 carats 18 KT Whit Gold Cluster Half Eternity Wedding Band
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Crafted in 18KT white gold, this stunning band features a captivating combination of baguette and round-cut diamonds in a cluster arrangement. The baguette diamonds create a sleek an...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,352Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Diamond 0.50 carats 18KT White Gold 5 Solitaire Wedding Band
By LUCEE DAIMONDS
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Celebrate your love in style with this stunning anniversary band. Crafted in lustrous 18-karat White gold, this unique design features five Round -cut prong-set stones paired with sm...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,152Sale Price|20% Off
18 KT Yellow Gold Baguette Round Diamonds Cocktail Half Eternity Band R068656
Located in Antwerpen, BE
If you're looking for a beautiful and versatile diamond band that can be worn alone or stacked with other rings, consider a baguette and round diamond channel set 18 kt Yellow gold b...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,512Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Diamond 0.70 carats 18KT White Gold Baguette ClusterHalf Eternity Band
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Fancy cut Round and Baguette diamonds form seven square Cushion Cluster set diamond gives this wedding band in a polished look. An elegant of Band of baguette Round diamonds Clusters...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond 1.11 Carats 18KT White Gold Classic Full Eternity Wedding Band
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Witness the timeless elegance of our exquisite diamond band, a true masterpiece crafted from lustrous 18KT white gold. This stunning ring showcases a continuous band of round-shaped ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$792Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Diamond 0.26 carats 18KT White Gold Baguette Half Eternity Wedding Band
Located in Antwerpen, BE
This exquisite 18KT White gold half eternity band embodies timeless elegance and sophistication. Adorned with 0.26 carats of meticulously set round and baguette diamonds, the band ca...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond 0.84 carats 18KT Yellow Gold Full Eternity Wedding Band
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Dramatically different and undeniably striking, this exquisite diamond ring is poised to become your signature piece. Featuring meticulously prong-set baguette diamonds, the ring’s c...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,080Sale Price|56% Off
Natural Diamond 0.82 carats 18KT Rose Gold Full Eternity Wedding Band
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Dramatically different and undeniably striking, this exquisite diamond ring is poised to become your signature piece. Featuring meticulously prong-set baguette diamonds, the ring’s c...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$1,192Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Diamond 0.41 carats 18KT White Gold Two Row Wedding Band
Located in Antwerpen, BE
A two-row diamond wedding band is a timeless and elegant choice for a variety of occasions, from weddings and anniversaries to promise and commitment rings. This style features two r...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond 0.77 Carats 18KT White Gold 7 Solitaire Half Eternity Band
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Introducing a timeless masterpiece that seamlessly blends classic charm with modern elegance: the 7 Stone Cluster Set Natural Diamonds Ring. This exquisite piece features a feminine ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond 2.00 Carats 18KT White Gold Split Half Eternity Anniversary
Located in Antwerpen, BE
If you're looking for the perfect anniversary gift to surprise your wife and show her just how much you love her, consider a Marquise diamond prong 18 kt White gold ring. This exqu...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond 1.02 Carats 18 Karat White-Yellow Gold Wedding Band
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Introducing our exquisite Dual-Style Diamond Band, a radiant fusion of elegance and versatility. Crafted in 18 Karat White and Yellow Gold, this designer wedding band exudes sophisti...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,632Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Diamond 1.00 carat 18KT White Gold Art Deco Wedding Anniversary Band
Located in Antwerpen, BE
This 18KT Yellow Gold Baguette Natural Diamond Art Deco Wedding Anniversary Band Ring is the epitome of timeless elegance. The sparkling baguette diamonds are set in a unique Art D...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$3,992Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Diamond 2.37 Carats 18KT White Gold Multi Row Eternity Statement Band
Located in Antwerpen, BE
This ring is set in luxurious 18KT white gold with bold multi-row setting with Baguette and Round Shape natural diamond. With its combination of round and baguette-shaped diamonds,...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamonds 1.55 carats 18KT White Gold Marquise Half Eternity Band
Located in Antwerpen, BE
If you're looking for the perfect anniversary gift to surprise your wife and show her just how much you love her, consider a Marquise diamond prong 18 kt White gold ring. This exquis...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond 2.24 cts 18KT White Gold Full Eternity Wedding Band
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Witness the timeless allure of our European designer classic full natural diamonds eternity band, meticulously crafted in 18KT white gold. This exquisite piece is more than just a ri...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond Band 0.95 cts 18 Karat Rose Gold Full Eternity Full Band
Located in Antwerpen, BE
A modern masterpiece, this striking band features brilliant baguettes bordered by stunning round-shape diamonds. An elegant row of baguette diamonds gleams brightly amidst two rows...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$2,392Sale Price|20% Off
Multi Coloured Precious Sapphire 1.80 CT Natural Diamond 18KT Yellow Gold Band
Located in Antwerpen, BE
A stunning array of multicolor sapphires is bordered with sparkling diamonds and set on a polished gold ring. A dazzling ribbon of round-shape diamonds cascades over a band of emera...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,072Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Diamond Band 1.00 cts 18 Karat White Gold Full Eternity Band
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Dare to dazzle with this stunning women's wedding band. It showcases both round and baguette diamonds along the full band. A modern masterpiece, this striking band features brillia...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Artist Jewel Claude Wesel for Fernand Demaret Opal
By Fernand Demaret
Located in New York, NY
A unique white fire opal and diamond 18-karat yellow gold art jewel, this ring by Claude West, based at the famed Belgian jeweler Fernand Demaret, is Signed Demaret, 750, with the ma...
Opal, Fire Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Natural Fancy Lime Green Diamonds 1.01 Carats 18KT White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
This exclusive engagement ring is made with a stunning lime green diamond, 1.01 carats Emerald cut, set in a pear shape halo. The perfect sparkle for that special occasion. A Perfec...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White 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 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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