Antique 14k Triple Diamond signet ring. Gypsy Diamond bezel set into Signet band
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage from the 1930s Size: 8 US Materials: Gold Gemstone: Diamond Gem Color: Colorless Style: Minimalist Very unique Men or Women's ring/band. Triple diamonds set into signet sty...
Diamond
18K Yellow Gold Bezel Set Oval Ruby and Baguette Diamond Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This cocktail ring features a vibrant, bezel-set oval ruby centered on a wide yellow gold band that is lavishly channel-set with rows of sparkling baguette-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
EGL Certified .40 Carat Semi Bezel Channel Set Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Designer FD diamond engagement ring. EGL certified round center semi bezel diamond with 6 full cut diamonds in a platinum setting. One diamond, approx. total weight .40ct, F, SI2, ...
Diamond, Platinum
Ladies 18K Yellow Gold 3.05ctw Bezel Set Half Eternity Diamond Band Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Might show minor signs of wear. Bezel Set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold with: Six (6) round brilliant cut natural diamonds: Measurements: 5.10mm - 5.20mm in diameter x ~3.14mm in depth.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.10 CTW Baguette Diamond Ring in 14K Gold, SI+ Bezel Set Solitaire
Located in New York, NY
Elegant in its simplicity, this 14K gold baguette diamond ring showcases a single natural baguette-cut diamond in a sleek bezel setting that highlights the stone’s clean lines and so...
Diamond, 14k Gold
$7,100Sale Price|21% Off
14k Yellow Gold Natural 1.75 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Bezel Set Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14kt Yellow Gold 5 Stone 1.75 Carat Weight Round Brilliant Natural Diamond Bezel Set Ring Style :5 Stone Bezel Set Ring Material :14k Yellow Gold Diamond Details: There Are Approx...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
3.09 CT GIA Fancy Intense Yellow Cushion Cut Diamond Bezel Set Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This stunning 3.09-carat Fancy Intense Yellow diamond engagement ring features a magnificent GIA-certified cushion modified brilliant-cut center stone with exceptional VVS2 clarity a...
Diamond, 18k Gold
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
18k Yellow Gold Bezel Set VIVID RED Cabochon Ruby & Diamond Platter Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Round Cabochon Cut - Bezel Set - Deep Red Color - Very Nice Color - 4.9mm (approx.) (14) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pav...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Gold Half Moon Bezel Set Spessartite Garnet & Amethyst w/ Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Spessartite Garnet - Half Moon Cut - Bezel Set - Rich Deep Orangish-Red Color - 7x4.4mm (approx.) (1) Natural Genuine Amethyst - Half Moon Cut - Bez...
Amethyst, Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Bezel Set Citrine and Diamond Geometric Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 18K yellow gold Diamond: 3 round brilliant cut = 0.06cttw Color: G Clarity: SI1 Citrine: 1 pear cut = 1.25ct Ring Size: 5.25 (please allow up to 2 additional business days...
Citrine, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$14,416Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.5 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Bezel Set Signet Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This sophisticated and timeless signet ring showcases a stunning, GIA certified natural diamond weighing approximately 1.5 carats. The center stone is a masterfully crafted antique-s...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
German Kabirski Vitra 14K Gold Ring with Bezel Set Diamonds & Baroque Pearl
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This ring features a band composed entirely of natural, high-grade ruby crystals in their raw form, connected by solid 14K gold. Atop this unique assembly sits a lustrous, irregularl...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold
14K White Gold Natural Pink Sapphire & Diamond Bezel Set Ring In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14K White Gold Natural Pink Sapphire & Diamond Bezel Set Ring Ring Material: 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Details: The main stone is a natural pink, oval shape, sapphire weighing approx...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, White Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
GIA 18K White Gold Natural Sapphire & Diamond Bezel Set Wrap Around Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
GIA 18K White Gold Natural Sapphire& Diamond Bezel Set Wrap Around Ring Ring Material: 18k White Gold Gemstone Details: The main stone is a GIA Certified, Octagonal, Natural, Heat...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Vintage Natural Cornflower Blue Sapphire Diamond 18k Gold Ring Bezel Channel Set
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Striking vintage ring crafted in solid 18ct buttery yellow gold, showcasing a natural cornflower blue sapphire in a sleek bezel setting.
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold 0.78 Carat Total weight Marquise Diamond Bezel Set Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and modern, this 18K yellow gold ring features a 0.78 carat marquise-cut diamond set horizontally in a sleek bezel setting.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Two-Tone Gold Natural Emerald & Diamond Bezel Set Ring In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18K Two-Tone Gold Natural Emerald & Diamond Bezel Set Ring Ring Material: 18k Yellow Gold& 18k White Gold Gemstone/ Diamond Details: The Center Stone is a Natural, Emerald cut, ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,400Sale Price|20% Off
Round Diamond Bezel Set Blue Sapphire Pave Set 18 Karat White Gold Unique Ring
Located in Fairfax, VA
Round Diamond Bezel Set Blue Sapphire Pave Set 18 Karat White Gold Unique Ring Size 7 13.82 grams 18 Karat White Gold 4.37 Cts Blue Sapphires AA Quality 0.20 cts Diamonds G/VS Quali...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,600Sale Price|20% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 0.97ct Floating Diamond Bezel Set Ring 18k Yellow Gold
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern round diamond bezel set ring, by Alexander Beverly Hills. 9 round brilliant diamonds, 0.97 carats.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
TASAKI Alternating Bezel and Prong Set Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
By TASAKI
Located in 台東区, JP
Each row features an alternating combination of bezel-set and prong-set round brilliant diamonds, creating subtle variation in depth, light performance, and texture.
14K White Gold Bezel Set Triple Row Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
It features three rows of sparkling round diamonds, set in a stylish and secure bezel setting.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Gold Mesh Band Ring with Solitaire Bezel Set Yellow Diamond
By BOON
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The ring can be resized at an additional cost. Let us know if you’re looking for certain sizes, we might have some in stock. Elevate your style with this exquisite 18K yellow gold m...
Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Amethyst - February Birthstone - Bezel Set Diamond Dress Ring in 9K Yellow Gold
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Performed in 9K Yellow Gold (stamped 375) the ring is centring a Natural Amethyst (5.5mm x 3.5mm), of oval shape, bezel set of gorgeous Lavender Purple colour & excellent clarity ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow 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
6.92 Carat Bezel Set Asscher cut Yellow Diamond 18 Karat Gold Eternity Ring
By Sebastian Bernard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful Eternity Ring is made in 18K Yellow Gold with 13 perfectly matched Asscher Cut Diamonds Bezel Set in with Halo around each individual diamond.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
3.59tcw 14K Emerald Cut Emerald & Diamond Ring - Deep Green Bezel Set Design
Located in Jupiter, FL
Elevate your elegance with our emerald and diamond accent ring, showcasing a vertically set emerald-cut emerald in a bezel setting, radiating a deep, rich green color with semi-trans...
Diamond, Emerald
18K White Gold Bezel-Set 0.80 ct Brilliant-Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
This modern solitaire ring features a beautifully proportioned 0.80 carat brilliant-cut diamond, graded G color and VS clarity, securely set in a sleek half-bezel (demi-clos) mount.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold and Bezel Set Emerald Cut Diamond Wrap Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 14K yellow gold Diamond: 7 emerald cut = 0.66cttw Color: G-H Clarity: SI1 Ring size: 6.75 (please allow two additional shipping days for sizing requests) Weight: 4.4 grams
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.09 Carat Diamond Pear-Cut Bezel Set White Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Simplistic and conspicuously valuable. This natural diamond of 3.09 carat is securely bezel set with a straight shank solitaire setting.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14k Yellow Gold Natural Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Bezel Set Bypass Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k Yellow Gold Natural Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Bypass Ring Style: Diamond Bypass Ring Material: 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Details: There are approximately 0.18 carats of natural,...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
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
$1,752Sale Price / item|20% Off
Spiral Marquise Diamond Snake Wrap Ring in 14K Yellow Gold Bezel Set
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Snake motif wrap ring features one marquise shape natural diamond weighing 0.21 carats, set in 14k yellow gold.
Diamond, Gold, 14k 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
14K Gold 1.15tcw Emerald & Diamond Men's Signet Ring, Bezel Set Green Emerald
Located in Jupiter, FL
Featuring an off-set emerald cut emerald from Zambia, bezel-set to perfection and showcasing a lush green color, this ring exudes a powerful aura.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
18 Karat Rose Gold Bezel Set Eternity Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
This stunning 18K rose gold eternity ring is made from 1.9 grams of gold. There are 23 round VS2, G color diamonds all the way around the ring totaling 0.44 carats. The gold around t...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
0.86cttw Bezel Set Oval Cut Diamond Eternity Band Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Celebrate everlasting love with this enchanting eternity band ring. Crafted in high polished 18K yellow gold. Showcasing 6 bezel set oval cut dazzling diamonds weighing 0.86 carat.
Diamond, 18k 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
18K Gold 1.05tcw Oval Colombian Emerald & Diamond Ring, Antique Bezel Set Design
Located in Jupiter, FL
All the precious gemstones are securely bezel-set in the warm glow of 18K yellow gold, making this ring a true masterpiece that seamlessly blends vintage charm with contemporary soph...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
GIA Certified Internally Flawless Bezel Set 1.01 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Houston, TX
This modern engagement ring features a bezel set GIA certified internally flawless 1.01 carat emerald cut diamond, color E set in 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.85cttw Bezel Set Oval Cut Diamond Eternity Band Ring 18k Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
Celebrate everlasting love with this enchanting eternity band ring. Crafted in high polished 18K rose gold. Showcasing 6 bezel set oval cut dazzling diamonds weighing 0.85 carat.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Rachel Koen Diamond Bezel & Pave Set Band Ring 14K Yellow Gold 0.12cttw
Located in New York, NY
Rachel Koen Solid 14K yellow gold, set with round cut bezel and pave set diamonds.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
0.90cttw Bezel Set Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band Ring 18k Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
Celebrate everlasting love with this enchanting eternity band ring. Crafted in high polished 18K rose gold. Showcasing 6 bezel set emerald cut dazzling diamonds weighing 0.90 carat.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$1,600Sale Price / item|20% Off
Marquise Diamond Everyday Solitaire Ring Bezel Set in 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Designed with marquise cut diamond set in bezel set that makes it a perfect fit to wear it on your wedding or style it with any of your basic outfit to give it a glam.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.14tcw 14K Asscher Cut Emerald & Diamond Ring - Rich Green Bezel Set Unisex
Located in Jupiter, FL
Experience timeless elegance with our exquisite emerald and diamond ring, featuring a stunning 1.98-carat Asscher cut Colombian emerald. The medium rich green color of the emerald is...
Diamond, Emerald
1.56cttw Pave and Bezel Set Round Diamond Cocktail Ring 14k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Modern ladies thick band cocktail ring crafted in 14k white gold. This ring features round brilliant cut diamonds encrusted in pave and bezel setting. Total diamond weight: 1.56 cara...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage GIA 3.58ct Pear Shaped Bezel-Set Diamond Ballerina 14KWY Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
A BREATHTAKING Bezel-set Vintage "BALLERINA" 3.58ctw Pear-shaped DIAMOND 14k Gold Ring, CIRCA 1950s The masterful design of this ballerina ring CIRCA 1950s with total 3.58cts diamond...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
0.81ct Pear Diamond Bezel-Set 14K Yellow Gold Eternity Band Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Bezel Set Pear 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Eternity Band Ring embodies refined elegance, crafted from 14K yellow gold and adorned with 0.81 carats of full-cut diamonds.
14k Gold, Yellow 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
3.30ct Yellow Diamond Bezel Set Eternity Band Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Bezel Yellow Sapphire 18K Yellow Gold Eternity Band Ring is an exquisite piece crafted from 18K white gold and adorned with 3.30 carats of Yellow Diamonds. Weighing 5.29 grams, t...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$960Sale Price|20% Off
Ring Gold Diamond Engagement Bezel 14K Yellow Set Cut Round Wedding Band
Located in Chicago, IL
Ring Gold Diamond Engagement Bezel 14K Yellow Set Cut Round Wedding Band Material Gemstone, Gold Metal Gold Total Carat Weight 0.24 ctw & Under Base Metal Yellow Gold Band Width 2 ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Natural Oval Shape Diamond Bezel Set Open Ring In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14K Yellow Gold Natural Oval & Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Bezel Set Open Ring Product: Natural Diamond Bezel Set Diamond Open Ring Ring Material: 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Details:...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Four Oval Diamond Row Ring, East West Bezel Set in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
18K yellow gold East West style fashion ring with four oval bezel set diamonds weighing 0.99 carat total.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Cabochon Emerald & Princess Cut Diamonds in 18K Gold Bezel Set Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
0.34 carat cabochon cut bezel set emerald ring, adorned with channel set princess cut diamond side stones, all set in 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
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
0.05 CTW Solitaire Diamond Ring in 14K Gold, VS-SI+ Bezel Set Band
Located in New York, NY
Simple, timeless, and designed for everyday wear, this 14K solid gold solitaire ring showcases a single natural diamond in a sleek bezel setting that highlights its beauty while offe...
Diamond, 14k Gold
0.70ctw Round Bezel Set Diamond Engagement Ring 14k White Gold Size 4.5
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Diamond - Carats - 0.47ct Cut - Round Brilliant Color - H - I Clarity - SI1 - Natural Diamonds - Total Carats - 0.23ctw Cut - Round Brilliant Color...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14k Yellow Gold 0.30ctw Round Half Bezel Set Diamond 5 Stone Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (5) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Half Bezel Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 0.30ctw (approx.)
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow 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.
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.