18KT Yellow Gold Bezel Set Diamond Band
Located in New York, NY
This refined diamond band is crafted in radiant 18KT yellow gold and showcases a captivating row of bezel-set round cut diamonds totaling 0.45 carats.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18KT White Gold Graduated Bezel Set Diamond Band
Located in New York, NY
A refined take on modern elegance, this 18KT white gold band is set with a row of graduated round cut diamonds, each securely nestled in sleek bezel settings.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,200
Bezel Set Diamond Band
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 18k White Gold Diamond Details: Approximately 0.40ctw round brilliant bezel set diamonds. Diamonds are G/H in color and SI in clarity Ring Size: 6.75 Item Weight: 2g (1.3dw...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Bezel Set Diamond Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 18K yellow gold Diamond: 8 round brilliant cut = 0.48cttw Color: G Clarity: SI1 Ring Size: 6.5 (please allow up to 2 additional business days for sizing requests) Weight: 8...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Bezel Set Diamond Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold Diamond: 20 round brilliant cut = 0.26cttw Color: G Clarity: SI1 Ring size: 7 (please allow two additional shipping days for sizing request...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.49 Total Carat Ladies Prong & Bezel-Set Diamond Band with Antique Milgrain
By SEAWAVEDIAMONDS
Located in New York, NY
2.49 Total Carat Ladies Prong & Bezel-Set Diamond Band with Antique Milgrain -Metal Type: Platinum -2.49 Carat Round Natural Diamonds -E-FColor -VS Clarity -Size 6.5 Made in New Y...
Diamond, Platinum
Custom Made 18k & 22k Bezel Set Diamond Band Ring
Located in Webster, NY
Custom made ring crafted in 18k & 22k white and yellow gold, set with bezel set Round Brilliant cut diamonds. Diamond Carat Weight: 1.40CTW Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Diamond...
Diamond, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
Sabine 10K White Gold Bezel Set Diamond Band .18 CTW Natural Diamonds
Located in Greeneville, TN
Add this bezel-set diamond band to your fine jewelry collection today.
Diamond, White Gold
$472Sale Price|30% Off
Men's 925 Sterling Silver Bezel-Set Diamond Band with Linear Textured Finish
Located in Peshawar, PK
Men's 925 Sterling Silver Diamond Band Ring, Bezel Set Round Cut Diamond Wedding Ring for Men, Linear Textured Brushed Finish Anniversary Statement Band Jewelry
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
14k Gold Diamond Ring Bezel Set Diamond Band Ring Square Ring
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Square Ring is made of 14k solid gold featured with natural white sparkly diamond Handset by a master setter in our studio. Available in three colors of gold: White Gold / Rose Gold ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Gold Diamond Ring Bezel Set Diamond Band Ring Square Ring
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Square Ring is made of 18k solid gold featured with natural white sparkly diamond Handset by a master setter in our studio. Available in three colors of gold: White Gold / Rose Gold ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Wide Satin Finish Bezel Set Diamond Band Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications: Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Ring Height: 14.1 mm tall Total Weight: 21.3 Grams Diamond Count: 32 Diamond Color: F-G Diamond Clarity: VS1-SI1 Diamond Cut: brill...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Earth Mined Diamond Band Ring in Solid 14K Yellow Gold Round 2.6mm
Located in Columbus, OH
This beautiful bezel set diamond band features 15 natural earth mined diamonds, set in solid 14K gold.
White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Mixed Cut Bezel Set 0.90ctw Diamond Band 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Mixed Cut Bezel Set Diamond Band in 14K Yellow Gold. The ring features 0.90ctw of pear, asscher, oval, emerald, marquise, round, and cushion cut natural diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bezel Set Diamond Eternity Band
Located in Great Neck, NY
This beautiful eternity band has 23 round VS2, G color diamonds totaling 0.42ct that are set in 1.9 grams of 18 karat white gold. The diamonds go all the way around the band and are ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bezel Set Graduated Diamond Band
Located in Great Neck, NY
This beautiful ring contains 7 diamonds that are graduated towards the center diamond. They are VS2, G color and total 0.16 carats. They are set in a bezel style in 18 karat white go...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Solitaire Bezel-Set Diamond Men’s Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Solitaire Bezel-Set Diamond Men’s Band Ring Description: This refined men’s ring is crafted in 18 karat white gold and features a single round diamond bezel-set flush into a gently ...
5.00 Carat Bezel Set Octagonal Diamond Eternity Band
By Simon Ardem
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Eternity Band set in 14K White Gold. 11 Large Round Brilliant diamonds and small pave diamonds are F-G SI1-SI2. Total Carat weight: 5.00ct. Total ring weight: 5.9 grams. Ring...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Bezel Set Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K white gold Diamond: 3 Round Cut = 0.45cttw Color: H Clarity:SI2 Diamonds: 2 Round Cut = 0.06cttw Color: H Clarity: SI2 Ring Size: 7 Width: 24.75 mm Wei...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.63 Carat Diamond Bezel-Set Flexi-Band Ring
By H & H Jewels
Located in Miami, FL
This handcrafted 18 karat white gold eternity flexi-band ring features eleven diamonds bezel-set and placed together to produce 1.63 carat (F/G/VS2) of brilliance.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
4.90 Ct Round Diamond Bezel Set Octagonal Eternity Band
By Simon Ardem
Located in New York, NY
Natural Diamond Eternity Band set in 14K White gold. 11 Large Round Brilliant diamonds and small pave diamonds are F-G SI1-SI2. Total Carat weight: 4.90ct. Total ring weight: 5.0 gra...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
18k Yellow and White Gold Diamond Bezel-Set Band
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18k Yellow and White Gold Diamond Bezel-Set Band This stunning Gold Diamond Bezel Band is in excellent condition and is ready to ship!
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum Bezel Set Diamond Eternity Band Ring size 7
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
This eye-catching diamond eternity band made of noble platinum features 23 round brilliant cut diamonds set into individual bezels edged with milgrain = 0.54 Cttw.
Diamond, Platinum
$1,590Sale Price|20% Off
1.50 Carat Princess Cut Diamond Eternity Band Bezel Set Platinum Half Band
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Timeless diamond eternity band / wedding ring, half band. By Alexander Beverly Hills. 1.50ct of princess cut diamonds.
Diamond, Platinum
18 Karat White Gold Bezel Set Double Diamond Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Custom Material: 18K white gold Diamonds: 12 round brilliant cut = 0.24cttw Color: I Clarity: SI2 Size: 6.5 sizing available Dimensions: ring top measures 4.5mm in width W...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$10,690 / item
Bezel Set Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Eternity Band Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Bezel Set Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Eternity Band Ring is a stunning piece crafted with natural diamonds set in 18K yellow gold.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.82ct Emerald Cut Diamond Bezel Set Eternity Band in Platinum
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover our exquisite emerald cut diamond eternity band, a masterpiece of modern elegance set in luxurious platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
2.01ct Emerald Cut Diamond Bezel Set Eternity Band in Platinum
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover our exquisite emerald cut diamond eternity band, a masterpiece of modern elegance set in luxurious platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
Diana M 2.00 Ct Art Deco Diamond Bezel Set Band
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18 kt two-tone art deco band containing approximately 2.00 cts tw of marquise diamonds set in a bezel setting
Diamond, 18k Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Bezel Set Round Diamond Station Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold Diamonds: 5 round cut: 0.23cttw Color: H Clarity: SI1 Size: 6.5 Dimensions: the ring measures 3.1mm wide Weight: 2.12 grams
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.10 CTW Diamond Dot Wedding Band in 14K Gold, SI+ Bezel Set Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Simple, elegant, and easy to wear every day, this 14K gold diamond dot ring features seven natural round diamonds set in smooth bezel settings for a clean and timeless look.
Diamond, 14k Gold
14KT Yellow Gold Bezel-Set Pear and Emerald Cut Diamond Band
Located in New York, NY
This 14KT yellow gold band features an elegant pairing of bezel-set diamonds — one pear cut, one emerald cut — for a look that feels both unexpected and enduring.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat White Gold Bezel Set Sapphire and Diamond Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K white gold Diamond: 16 round cut = 0.48cttw Color: H Clarity: SI1 Dimensions: ring top measure 3.41mm wide Ring Size: 6.5 (complimentary sizing availab...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Layered 14Kt Yellow Gold Band Bezel Set Diamond Station Layered Ring
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
Layering jewelry is the best way to create your own unique fine jewelry style. This band has a beautifully dynamic design with beaded and high polish bands. There are four round bril...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
4.86 Carat Bezel Set Emerald Cut Eternity Band
Located in Chicago, IL
This unique ring boasts 15 emerald cut diamonds weighing a total of 4.86 carats. Bezel set in platinum, this ring is beautifully crafted and very comfortable - perfect for everyday w...
Diamond, Platinum
Artisan Bezel Set Citrine & Diamond Handmade Engraved Band Ring 18k Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautifully handmade band ring features a sparkling 4.62 carat citrine set with diamonds in 18k yellow gold.
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Platinum 2.90ct Round Diamond & Ruby Bezel Set Eternity Stack Wedding Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (16) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Milgrain Bezel Set - I/J Color - I1/I2 Clarity - 2.40ctw (approx.) (32) Natural Genuine Rubies - Custom Cut - Beze...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
14k White Gold Pave Diamond Concave Cigar Band with Cascading Bezel Set Diamonds
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K white gold Diamonds: 1 round brilliant cut = 0.33ct Color: H Clarity: VS2 Diamonds: 224 round cut = 4.95cttw Color: H Clarity: SI1 Size: 6.25 Dimension...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold 0.77ctw Emerald Cut Diamond Bezel Set Wedding Band Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 8 Width: 2.50 mm Weight: 2.50 grams Ladies 14K yellow gold seven-across, diamond wedding ring with a half round shank. The ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.71ct Emerald Cut Diamond Bezel Set Eternity Band in 18K Yellow Gold
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The band features a continuous row of emerald cut diamonds, each set horizontally in a bezel setting.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat White Gold Sapphire and Bezel Set Diamond Cigar Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K white gold Diamond: round cut = 0.50cttw Color: H Clarity: SI1 Dimensions: ring top measure 12.15mm wide Ring Size: 7 (complimentary sizing available) ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.01ct Emerald Cut Diamond Bezel Set Eternity Band in 18k White Gold
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning piece features 2.01ct of top-quality emerald cut diamonds, each meticulously set in a sleek bezel style that encircles the entire band.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.24ct Oval Cut Diamond Bezel Set Eternity Band in 18K White Gold
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Each stone is bezel-set, creating a chic and stylish design. This band is perfect for enhancing your unique style or complementing your engagement ring.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.05ct Marquise Cut Diamond Bezel Set Eternity Band in 18k Rose Gold
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The stones are bezel-set in a stunning 18K Rose Gold mounting, offering a stylish option for mixing and matching your bands.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
RUCHI Blue Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Bezel-Set Eternity Band
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire: 0.88ct total weight Diamond: 0.48ct total weight All diamonds are G-H/ SI stones.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
1.05ct Marquise Cut Diamond Bezel Set Eternity Band in 18k Yellow Gold
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This bespoke yellow gold diamond eternity band is a masterpiece! The marquise cut diamonds are each hand selected for their exceptional combination of color and clarity and set on hi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.44ct VS-H Diamond Bezel Set Band Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The band is beautifully set in 14 Karat Yellow Gold and is made in a bezel set which keeps the stones secure.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Exquisite 0.64ct Natural Diamond Bezel-Set Band Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Command the spotlight with this spicy 18K yellow gold masterpiece that serves pure, persuasive architectural dominance. A creative fusion of a 0.22ct round brilliant center flanked b...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.82ct Emerald Cut Diamond Bezel Set Eternity Band in 18k White Gold
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This sleek 18k white gold eternity band showcases a continuous row of emerald cut diamonds, exuding elegance and sophistication. The bezel setting enhances the brilliance of the 1.82...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Bezel Set Alternate Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
This beautiful ring uses two size VS2, G color diamonds to make a lovely alternating design switching back and forth from small to big diamonds. The larger diamonds are bezel set wit...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.86cttw Bezel Set Oval Cut Diamond Eternity Band Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing 6 bezel set oval cut dazzling diamonds weighing 0.86 carat.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.05ct Marquise Cut Diamond Bezel Set Eternity Band in 18k White Gold
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover our exquisite marquise cut diamond ring, a masterpiece of timeless elegance crafted in lustrous 18k white gold. The design showcases brilliant white, high-clarity marquise c...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.25 CTW Milgrain Diamond Band in 14K Gold, VS-SI+ Bezel Set Ring
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by vintage heirloom jewelry, this 14K solid gold diamond band features delicate milgrain detailing and bezel-set natural diamonds that create a timeless and sophisticated lo...
Diamond, 14k Gold
NEW Platinum 1.28ctw 5 VS F Diamond Stackable Bezel Set Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (5) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - F/G Color - VVS2-VS2 Clarity - 1.28ctw (exact) Material: Platinum .900+ Weight: 5.35 Grams Ring Size: ...
Diamond, Platinum
0.05 CTW Open Cuff Diamond Ring in 14K Gold, SI1+ Bezel Set Band
Located in New York, NY
Sleek and minimal with a modern edge, this 14K gold open cuff ring features two natural bezel-set diamonds that add a subtle touch of everyday sparkle.
Diamond, 14k Gold
18 Karat Rose Gold 0.42 Cttw Bezel Set Diamond Eternity Band Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
Created from warm 18 karat rose gold, this beautiful eternity band boasts 23 fine round brilliant cut diamonds = 0.42 Cttw each individually set in milgrain edged bezels for a stunni...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18 Karat White Gold 0.42 Cttw Bezel Set Diamond Eternity Band Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
Created from bright 18 karat white gold, this beautiful eternity band boasts 23 fine round brilliant cut diamonds = 0.42 Cttw each individually set in milgrain edged bezels for a stu...
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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