Diamond & Green Emerald Bezel Halo Set Art Deco Style Shield 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A truly stunning Art Deco style ring! An amazing 1.00 carat (approx.) round cut diamond radiates from within bezel setting, fancifully outlined by bright lively green French cut emer...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White 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
Pear Shape Portrait Cut Bezel Set Diamond Solitaire 18k 4.0g
Located in Orlando, FL
This 18K yellow gold ring centers a foil-backed portrait cut pear shape diamond, fully bezel set so the closed back conceals the foil and protects the antique-style cut.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Bezel Set Oval Diamond 14K (or 18k upon request) White Gold Band Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Bezel Set Oval Diamond 14K White Gold Band Ring is a stunning piece crafted in 14K white gold.
14k Gold, White Gold
Bezel Set Diamond Flower Motif Eternity Band Ring in Brushed 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Delicately crafted, this captivating and contemporary piece features six meticulously arranged flower motifs, each adorned with five bezel-set natural white diamonds (H-I / SI2). The...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Teardrop Diamond 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Bezel Set Band Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Teardrop Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Bezel Set Band Ring features natural diamonds set in 14K yellow gold, creating a luxurious and sophisticated design.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Ladies 18K Yellow Gold 1.50ctw Bezel Set Half Eternity Band Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Might show minor signs of wear. Bezel Set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold in the center with: Eight (8) round brilliant cut natural diamonds: Measurements: 3.60mm - 3.80mm in diameter x 2...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Rose Gold Oval Cut Natural Ruby and Bezel Set Diamond Ribbed Stackable Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
18K rose gold Ruby and Diamond ring. Set with natural gemstones and glistening 18k solid gold.
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Angara Natural Vintage Style Bezel-Set Oval Opal Ring with Diamonds in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
About Angara:
At Angara, every piece of jewellery is a handcrafted expression of love and individuality. We design with intention—using vivid coloured gemstones and ethically...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
14K White Gold and Bezel Set Round Diamond Eternity Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K white gold Diamonds: 20 round cut= 0.70cttw Color: G-H Clarity: SI2 Ring size: 6.0 Dimensions: the ring measures 2.85mm wide Weight: 1.89 grams
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Bezel Set Round Emerald Pave Diamond 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Timeless and elegant, this Bezel Set Round Emerald Pave Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Ring features a beautifully cut round diamond paired with a vibrant green emerald, creating a stunning...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Bezel Set Diamond Statement 14K (18k upon request) Yellow Gold Band Cigar Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Bezel Set Diamond Statement 14K Yellow Gold Band Cigar Ring is a sleek and sophisticated piece crafted from 14K yellow gold.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$15,894Sale Price|40% Off
H. Stern Bezel Set Cognac Brown 1.55 Carat Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By H. Stern
Located in Tampa, FL
A beautiful statement ring by H. Stern, featuring a warm cognac colored round brilliant cut diamond center stone, bezel set in matte finished 18 karat yellow gold by the master craft...
Brown Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$665Sale Price / item|26% Off
Bezel Set Round-Cut Moissanite Engagement Ring in 14k Gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Bezel Set Round-CutMoissanite Engagement Ring in 14k Gold. 0.5 ct moissanite stacking ring. Classic Solitaire Moissanite Ring. Plain Wedding Bridal Band. Metal: 14k yellow and pink ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18k White & Yellow Gold Diamond Three-Stone Bezel Set Ring - Size 7
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Here is an 18k Gold Three-Stone Ring featuring Three Round White Diamonds. The primary diamonds are each ~0.26ct, G color & I2 clarity. Four accent diamonds are ~0.05ct each &...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$912Sale Price / item|20% Off
1 Carat Round Blue Sapphire Bezel-Set Solitaire Ring with Halo Diamonds 14K Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite ring showcases a 1 carat round cut blue sapphire, gracefully secured in a sleek bezel setting at its center.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
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
3.66tcw High Quality Three Stone Emerald & Trillion Diamond Bezel Set Ring 18K
Located in Jupiter, FL
Accented on the sides are two trillion-cut diamonds. All stones are set in a secure bezel setting, in 18K yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Bezel Set Oval Paraiba Tourmaline and Diamond Band Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 8 This refined ring features a vivid oval-cut Paraiba tourmaline, glowing in a rich bluish green hue that is both exotic and captivating. Set in polished 18 karat yellow ...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.07 CTW Three Stone Diamond Ring in 14K Gold, SI1+ Bezel Set Band
Located in New York, NY
Elegant in its simplicity, this 14K gold three stone diamond ring features a timeless bezel-set design that feels both modern and easy to wear every day.
Diamond, 14k 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
7 Stone Bezel Set Round Cut Diamond Band Ring in Polished 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 4.5 This brilliant band-style diamond ring makes a bold and elegant impression with its lineup of seven round-cut diamonds set in individual bezels.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Multi-Shape Diamond Bezel Set 3-Row Squared Off Ring In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Style: Four Row Diamond Bar Ring Material: 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Details: There are approximately 0.85 carats total weight of natural multi-shape diamonds. Design Details: Four-...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow 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
Annellino Italian Fine Jewellery Pink Sapphire Bezel Set 18K Stacking Ring
By Annellino Fine Jewellery
Located in London, GB
A 0.17ct Brilliant cut Pink Sapphire has been hand set in a 18kt Yellow Gold bezel setting to create this pretty ring.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Pin...
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
$1,164Sale Price / item|20% Off
Modern Oval Ruby & Marquise Diamond Three-Stone Bezel Set Ring 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
The ruby measuring approximately 4.8 x 6 mm, beautifully secured in a bezel setting. The center ruby is accented by 0.12 carats of marquise-cut diamonds measuring approximately 2.5 x...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
Wire Brush Finish Band Ring with Bezel Set Diamonds in Two-Tone 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Round brilliant-cut diamonds are bezel-set around the band, creating a seamless blend of sparkle and sleek design.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Elegant 2.24 ct Emerald-Cut East-West Bezel Set Band Ring
By Hakimi's Gem
Located in Chicago, IL
A sophisticated band ring featuring 14 emerald-cut white diamonds, totaling 2.24 carats. Each diamond is graded G/H color and VS1/VS2 clarity, set in a sleek platinum band that empha...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 3.01 Ct I/VVS2 Cushion Diamond 18K Pave/Bezel Set Engagement Ring with Halo
By Sebastian Bernard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful Cushion I/VVS2 GIA certified center Diamond set in a gorgeous 18k gold Pave set diamonds all over and 6 Bezel set pear shaped diamonds on the shank and a halo.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1.5 Carat TW Channel and Bezel Set Natural Diamond Mens Ring in 18K Gold
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 1.50 CTTW Men's Round Cut Natural Diamond Ring. Crafted in 18K solid yellow gold. Featuring a bezel-set center stone and a channel-set diamond halo adorning the center.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.30 Carat 5 Stone Natural Diamond Bezel Set Ring Band G SI 14K White Gold
By Morris & David
Located in New York, NY
0.30 Carat Natural Diamond 5 Stone Ring G SI 14K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond Ring 0.30CT G-H SI 14K White Gold, Bezel style, 1....
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.25 Carat 5 Stone Natural Diamond Bezel Set Ring Band G SI 14k Yellow Gold
By Morris & David
Located in New York, NY
0.25 Carat Natural Diamond 5 Stone Ring G SI 14K Yellow Gold 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond Ring 0.25CT G-H SI 14K Yellow Gold, Bezel style, ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$788Sale Price / item|20% Off
Natural Ruby & Diamond Three Stone Ring Bezel Set 14K White Gold Stackable Band
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant three-stone ring features three vibrant natural oval-cut rubies totaling 0.54 carat, beautifully set in 14k white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White 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
Bezel Set Pear 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Diamond 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
Antique 10k Triple Band Ruby Sapphire Diamond ring. Gypsy Diamond bezel set into
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage from the 1910s Size: 8 US Materials: Gold Gemstone: Ruby Gem Color: Colorless Style: Minimalist Very unique Mens or Womens ring/band. Triple gem with Rubies Sapphires and D...
1.63 Carat Old European Cut Two-Tone Bezel Set Diamond Solitaire
Located in Nashville, TN
Inspired by an Edwardian ring we once had in our inventory, this two-tone bezel set solitaire is one of our custom recreations.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
18k Yellow & White Gold GIA 2.60ctw Emerald Cut Bezel Set Diamond 3 Stone Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Emerald Cut - Bezel Set - I Color - VS1 Clarity - 1.50ct (exact - certified) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ** (2) N...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bezel Set Oval Blue Topaz and Double Diamond Halo Ring in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 7 A stunning blend of brilliance and sophistication, this exquisite ring features a vibrant oval-cut blue topaz at its center, radiating with captivating hues of oceanic ...
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
18k Yellow Gold Band with Eight Bezel Set Diamonds - Size 4
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This is an 18k yellow gold band with eight bezel set diamonds each weighing ~0.17ct and is graded at VVS2/F
Diamond, Gold, 18k 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
Platinum East-West Bezel Set Marquise Diamond Wedding Band - Size 6.25
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Stone Information - --------------------------------------------- Primary Stone(s): Diamond - Stone Grading: - Origin: Natural - Color: White - Cut: Marquise - Clarity: SI1 - Color ...
Diamond, Platinum
2.70 Carat Black Opal Freeform Shape Bezel Set 18K White Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Natural 2.70 carat natural black opal in a free-form bezel setting and 0.26 carat round brilliant diamond pave 18K white gold cocktail ring, showcasing a vivid full-spectrum play-of-...
Diamond, Black Star, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
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
18K White Gold Bezel Set Diamond Eternity Band, 2.5 Ct, Size 6.5
By Sebastian Bernard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Diamonds are set in the Bezel Set mode. Total Weight of diamonds: 2.5 Ct Total Weight of the Ring: 4.95 Gr 18K White Gold Ring Size: 6.5 Sizeable to fit.
Diamond, 18k Gold
$11,552Sale Price|20% Off
3 Carat Criss Cut Diamond Bezel Set 14k Yellow Gold Wedding Band
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This elegant ring features nine individually bezel-set Criss Cut diamonds, showcasing their exceptional brilliance and unique rectangular facets.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Classic 3 Stone 14k White Gold 1.0ct Half Bezel Set Diamond Engagement Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (3) Natural Genuine Diamond's - Round Brilliant Cut - Half Bezel Set - F/G Color - SI1/SI2 Clarity - 1.0 ctw (approx.)
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.30 Carat Emerald Half Bezel East West Set 14K Gold Unisex Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Half bezel east west set A striking emerald cut 1.30 carat emerald is flanked by channel set round cut diamond accents in a 14K yellow gold ring.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.54 Total Carat Ladies Pave and Bezel Set Diamond Eternity Band
By SEAWAVEDIAMONDS
Located in New York, NY
2.54 Total Carat Ladies Pave and Bezel Set Diamond Eternity Band -Metal Type: Platinum -0.52 Carat Princess Cut Natural Diamonds -0.92 Carat Round Natural Diamonds -1.10 Carat Rou...
Diamond, Platinum
1.15 Ct Diamond Bridal Band 18k Gold HI VS Diamond Wedding Band Bezel Set
Located in Jaipur, IN
18K Yellow Gold 1.15 Carat Natural H VS Diamond 7-Stone Bezel Set Band Ring – Brilliant Cut Diamond Wedding Band Celebrate timeless elegance with this 18K Yellow Gold Natural Diamon...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Faye Kim Platinum Emerald Cut Diamond Bezel Ring, GIA Certified 0.53ct
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Whether worn as an engagement ring or a stack ring, Faye Kim's Platinum Emerald Cut Diamond Bezel Ring, set East/West, is handcrafted with a beautiful matte finish for a clean, conte...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
0.80 CT Curved Wedding Band, Bezel Set Stackable Ring in 18 solid gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Refined Radiance. Vintage Glamour. A Ring of Timeless Elegance. Delicately crafted with bezel-set diamonds this curved wedding band features a 2.2 mm round brilliant center diamond ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
0.42 CT Curved Wedding Band, Bezel Set Stackable Ring in 18 solid gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Refined Radiance. Vintage Glamour. A Ring of Timeless Elegance. Delicately crafted with 7 bezel-set diamonds this curved wedding band features a 3.5 mm pear brilliant diamonds appr...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.42 CT Curved Wedding Band, Bezel Set Stackable Ring in 18 solid gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Refined Radiance. Vintage Glamour. A Ring of Timeless Elegance. Delicately crafted with 7 bezel-set diamonds this curved wedding band features a 3.5 mm pear brilliant diamonds appr...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rachel Koen Bezel Set Diamond Ladies Wedding Band 14K White Gold 0.06cttw
Located in New York, NY
This 14k white gold classic high polished wedding band is 4mm wide and 2.6 mm thick with a 0.06 carat bezel set center stone."Comfort Fit" design allows for a better fit since the i...
Diamond, White Gold
0.16 CT Curved Wedding Band, Bezel Set Stackable Ring in 18 solid gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Refined Radiance. Vintage Glamour. A Ring of Timeless Elegance. Delicately crafted with bezel-set diamonds this curved wedding band features a 3 mm round brilliant center diamond an...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Bezel Set Chrysoberyl Cat's Eye and Diamond Three Stone Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Bezel Set Chrysoberyl Cat's Eye and Diamond Three Stone Ring in 18K White Gold.
Diamond, Cat’s Eye, Chrysoberyl, Gold, 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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