Solid 14k Yellow Gold Band Genuine H/Si White Diamond Eternity Ring Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
This is a bezel-set diamond illusion cluster full eternity band.
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.02 Carat Radiant Cut Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Centered by a natural 2.02 carat J, SI1 radiant cut diamond certified by IGI, this modern solitaire ring is crafted in polished 18k white gold with an elegant bezel and prong-set mou...
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage 1960s 18k White Gold Cultured Pearl & Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The engagement ring is ornamented with a feature 8.02mm cultured pearl, flanked on either side by a bezel set baguette cut diamond.
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Rose Gold 1.21 Carat Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
The solitaire identical matching baguettes in hammered rose gold bezel setting form the center square that is firstly surrounded by a pave set small round diamond square shape cluste...
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$2,912Sale Price / set|20% Off
0.98 Ct Natural Marquise Diamond Multi-Row Statement Ring 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
"This ring looks like three rings fused into one - a marquise diamond solitaire rises at the center while a row of bezel-set round diamonds and a delicate pave band run alongside it,...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rachel Koen Antique 0.40Cttw Round Diamond Engagement Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
This antique solitaire engagement ring is crafted in 14K yellow gold and features a bezel set round european cut diamond weighing 0.40 carat.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 14k Gold Diamond Cocktail Ring, Floral Design, India, New
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
The solitaire round flat polki diamond in bezel setting in the center is firstly surrounded by another bezel cap to accentuate the polki diamond and then by a single row cluster of p...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Cellini Jewelers 18 Karat White Gold, 3.39 Carat Diamond Hearts Ring
Located in New York, NY
Made exclusively for Cellini by g.Verdi of Italy. This wide band ring is pave diamond set,along with three bezel set heart shaped diamond solitaires.
Diamond, 18k Gold
3.36tcw 18K Vivid Green Pear Colombian Emerald & Diamond Shank Engagement Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a bezel pear emerald and diamond solitaire engagement ring/right-hand ring in 18K yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s 0.35 Carat Diamond and 18K Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This vintage diamond solitaire engagement ring is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
10K Yellow Gold 1/2 Cttw Bezel-Set Diamond Solitaire Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Some things shouldn't be reinvented, which is why we created the Solitaire Diamond Necklace. This is the perfect way to highlight every big occasion, transition, and personal achieve...
White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold
10K Rose Gold 3/10 Carat Diamond Bezel-Set Solitaire Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Some things shouldn't be reinvented, which is why we created the Solitaire Diamond Necklace. This is the perfect way to highlight every big occasion, transition, and personal achieve...
Diamond, White Diamond, Rose Gold
10k Rose Gold 1/2 Carat Diamond Bezel-Set Solitaire Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Some things shouldn't be reinvented, which is why we created the Solitaire Diamond Necklace. This is the perfect way to highlight every big occasion, transition, and personal achieve...
Diamond, White Diamond, Rose Gold
10k Yellow Gold 3/10 Carat Diamond Bezel-Set Solitaire Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Some things shouldn't be reinvented, which is why we created the Solitaire Diamond Necklace. This is the perfect way to highlight every big occasion, transition, and personal achieve...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold
Gems Are Forever 1.25 Carat Brownish Orange Sapphire and Diamond Ring
By Gems Are Forever
Located in beverly hills, CA
A strikingly modern solitaire ring featuring a round warm brownish orange sapphire, weighing approximately 1.25 carats, adroitly set in a custom made bezel frame edged in sparkling r...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Genuine H/Si White Diamond Band Solid 14k White Gold Stack Etenity Ring Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
This jewelry piece is an all-around cluster-set bezel eternity band ring featuring a clean, scalloped silhouette Details:- Item Code :- RIMJOS-715 Material - 14K Solid White Gold Di...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$7,903Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Platinum 1.67ct GIA European Diamond w/ Marquise Accents Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
The solitaire is then perfectly accented with 2 old marquise cut diamonds and 12 old single cut diamonds that are set at the shoulders, bringing an attractive and truly glamorous tou...
Diamond, Platinum
1.00 Carat Oval Tanzanite and Baguette Diamond Statement Ring 18K White Gold
Located in Zurich, CH
Flanking the central stone are beautifully structured shoulders set with 0.50 carats of premium diamonds. The layout balances an inner channel of step-cut straight baguette diamonds,...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA 1 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Ring. 18k Yellow Gold Blackened Platinum Engagement
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: Approx 1.00 Carats Certification: GIA Certified Center Diamond Color: J Center Diamond Clarity: SI1 Center Diamond Cut: ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Freshwater Pearl and Diamond Infinity Ring in 14K Solid Gold for Women
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: A delicately crafted infinity twist secures the lustrous Freshwater pearl in the center of the pearl split shank ring. The cultured round pearl is accented with ...
Freshwater Pearl, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
$55,200Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Platinum 12.16ct AGL Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
You are looking at a magnificent and truly jaw dropping emerald and diamond fancy cocktail statement ring crafted in solid platinum, featuring a large, emerald cut, genuine emerald s...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$19,600Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Edwardian Platinum 3.21ctw GIA European Diamond Mosaic Domed Dinner Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This unique and highly detailed ring features a GIA certified, old European cut, diamond solitaire neatly prong set at the center of the stunning mosaic, milgrain etched, open work d...
Diamond, Platinum
H. Stern Constance Collection 18K Noble Gold Princess Cut Diamond Band Ring
By H. Stern
Located in Houston, TX
Might show minor signs of wear. Bezel Set in 18 Karat White Gold with: One (1) princess-cut natural diamond: Measurements: 1.70mm x 1.80mm x ~1.26mm in depth.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver 1/2ct Diamond Scatter Composite Bypass Ring
Located in New York, NY
This ring, adorned with four round, bezel-set diamonds, embodies sophisticated craftsmanship and an exquisite design philosophy that marries classic allure with contemporary flair.
White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate
14K Yellow Gold Plated Silver 1/2 Cttw Diamond Scatter Composite Bypass Ring
Located in New York, NY
This ring, adorned with four round, bezel-set diamonds, embodies sophisticated craftsmanship and an exquisite design philosophy that marries classic allure with contemporary flair.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold
Men's Solid 18k Yellow Gold 0.87ctw Brilliant Diamond Wide Band Pinky Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
The ring is FIERY AND SUBSTANTIAL! Enjoy! --Stone(s):-- (28) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - F/G Color - VS1-SI2 Clarity - 0.35ctw (approx.) (1) Natural ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Peter Suchy GIA Certified .37 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Emerald cut diamond solitaire engagement ring. GIA and EGL certified .37ct fancy yellow bezel set diamond center stone, mounted East to West in a handmade 18k yellow gold solitaire s...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,598Sale Price|20% Off
Verragio 18k White Gold 1.43ctw GIA Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Verragio
Located in Montclair, NJ
This elegant and chic diamond engagement ring by Verragio is crafted in solid 18k white gold and features a gorgeous round brilliant cut diamond solitaire that is certified by GIA.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
10K Rose Gold 1/5 Carat Diamond Bezel-Set Solitaire Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Some things shouldn't be reinvented, which is why we created the Solitaire Diamond Necklace. This is the perfect way to highlight every big occasion, transition, and personal achieve...
Diamond, White Diamond, Rose Gold
Antique 18K White Gold 1.80 CTW Emerald & Diamond Cocktail Ring for Engagement
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Antique 18K White Gold 1.80 CTW Emerald & Diamond Cocktail Ring for Engagement This magnificent vivid green emerald and diamond solitaire ring is sensational.
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$1,838Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 14k Gold Oval Cabochon Jade & 1.1ct European Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This elegant vintage cocktail ring is crafted in solid 14k yellow gold and features an oval cabochon cut jade neatly bezel set at the center.
Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold
$2,158Sale Price|20% Off
18K Gold Oval Cabochon Black Onyx Diamond & Tsavorite Dual Halo Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
The ring features a unique open work design that continues throughout the sides of the shank, carrying both individually bezel set and pave set clusters of diamonds throughout.
Diamond, Onyx, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Les Delices De Goa Diamond Amethyst Coral Bead Yellow Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This stunning ring from Cartier's Les Delices de Goa collection is made in 18k yellow gold and features a cluster of 4 amethyst beads and 3 rose coral beads accented with a solitaire...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver 1/2ct Diamond Scatter Composite Bypass Ring
Located in New York, NY
This ring, adorned with four round, bezel-set diamonds, embodies sophisticated craftsmanship and an exquisite design philosophy that marries classic allure with contemporary flair.
White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate
14K Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver 1/2ct Diamond Scatter Composite Bypass Ring
Located in New York, NY
This ring, adorned with four round, bezel-set diamonds, embodies sophisticated craftsmanship and an exquisite design philosophy that marries classic allure with contemporary flair.
White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate
14K Rose Gold Over Sterling Silver 1/2ct Diamond Scatter Composite Bypass Ring
Located in New York, NY
This ring, adorned with four round, bezel-set diamonds, embodies sophisticated craftsmanship and an exquisite design philosophy that marries classic allure with contemporary flair.
White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Rose Gold, Gold Plate
14K Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver 1/2ct Diamond Scatter Composite Bypass Ring
Located in New York, NY
This ring, adorned with four round, bezel-set diamonds, embodies sophisticated craftsmanship and an exquisite design philosophy that marries classic allure with contemporary flair.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver 1/2ct Diamond Scatter Composite Bypass Ring
Located in New York, NY
This ring, adorned with four round, bezel-set diamonds, embodies sophisticated craftsmanship and an exquisite design philosophy that marries classic allure with contemporary flair.
White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate
14K Yellow Gold Plated Silver 1/2 Cttw Diamond Scatter Composite Bypass Ring
Located in New York, NY
This ring, adorned with four round, bezel-set diamonds, embodies sophisticated craftsmanship and an exquisite design philosophy that marries classic allure with contemporary flair.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold
6.50tcw AAA Round Colombian Emerald & Round VS Diamond Three Stone Ring 18k
Located in Jupiter, FL
The gem has a medium-rich deep dark vivid green color and excellent luster. Diamonds are bezel set on the shank of the ring, creating a classic duo of emerald and diamond.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
14K Rose Gold Plated Silver 1/2 Cttw Diamond Scatter Composite Bypass Ring
Located in New York, NY
This ring, adorned with four round, bezel-set diamonds, embodies sophisticated craftsmanship and an exquisite design philosophy that marries classic allure with contemporary flair.
White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Rose Gold, Gold Plate
14K Rose Gold Plated Silver 1/2 Cttw Diamond Scatter Composite Bypass Ring
Located in New York, NY
This ring, adorned with four round, bezel-set diamonds, embodies sophisticated craftsmanship and an exquisite design philosophy that marries classic allure with contemporary flair.
White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Rose Gold, Gold Plate
14K Rose Gold Plated Silver 1/2 Cttw Diamond Scatter Composite Bypass Ring
Located in New York, NY
This ring, adorned with four round, bezel-set diamonds, embodies sophisticated craftsmanship and an exquisite design philosophy that marries classic allure with contemporary flair.
White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Rose Gold, Gold Plate
14K Rose Gold Plated Silver 1/2 Cttw Diamond Scatter Composite Bypass Ring
Located in New York, NY
This ring, adorned with four round, bezel-set diamonds, embodies sophisticated craftsmanship and an exquisite design philosophy that marries classic allure with contemporary flair.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold
10k Yellow Gold 1/3 Carat Diamond Bezel-Set Solitaire Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Some things shouldn't be reinvented, which is why we created the Solitaire Diamond Necklace. This is the perfect way to highlight every big occasion, transition, and personal achieve...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Plated Silver 1/2 Cttw Diamond Scatter Composite Bypass Ring
Located in New York, NY
This ring, adorned with four round, bezel-set diamonds, embodies sophisticated craftsmanship and an exquisite design philosophy that marries classic allure with contemporary flair.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Plated Silver 1/2 Cttw Diamond Scatter Composite Bypass Ring
Located in New York, NY
This ring, adorned with four round, bezel-set diamonds, embodies sophisticated craftsmanship and an exquisite design philosophy that marries classic allure with contemporary flair.
White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate
14K Rose Gold Plated Silver 1/2 Cttw Diamond Scatter Composite Bypass Ring
Located in New York, NY
This ring, adorned with four round, bezel-set diamonds, embodies sophisticated craftsmanship and an exquisite design philosophy that marries classic allure with contemporary flair.
White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Rose Gold, Gold Plate
14K Yellow Gold Plated Silver 1/2 Cttw Diamond Scatter Composite Bypass Ring
Located in New York, NY
This ring, adorned with four round, bezel-set diamonds, embodies sophisticated craftsmanship and an exquisite design philosophy that marries classic allure with contemporary flair.
White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate
10K Rose Gold 3/10 Carat Diamond Bezel-Set Solitaire Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Some things shouldn't be reinvented, which is why we created the Solitaire Diamond Necklace. This is the perfect way to highlight every big occasion, transition, and personal achieve...
Diamond, White Diamond, Rose Gold, 10k Gold
.925 Sterling Silver 1/2 Ct Real Diamond Scatter Composite Bypass Ring for Women
Located in New York, NY
This ring, adorned with four round, bezel-set diamonds, embodies sophisticated craftsmanship and an exquisite design philosophy that marries classic allure with contemporary flair.
Diamond, White Diamond, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
.925 Sterling Silver 1/2 Ct Real Diamond Scatter Composite Bypass Ring for Women
Located in New York, NY
This ring, adorned with four round, bezel-set diamonds, embodies sophisticated craftsmanship and an exquisite design philosophy that marries classic allure with contemporary flair.
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
.925 Sterling Silver 1/2 Ct Real Diamond Scatter Composite Bypass Ring for Women
Located in New York, NY
This ring, adorned with four round, bezel-set diamonds, embodies sophisticated craftsmanship and an exquisite design philosophy that marries classic allure with contemporary flair.
Diamond, White Diamond, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
.925 Sterling Silver 1/2 Ct Real Diamond Scatter Composite Bypass Ring for Women
Located in New York, NY
This ring, adorned with four round, bezel-set diamonds, embodies sophisticated craftsmanship and an exquisite design philosophy that marries classic allure with contemporary flair.
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
.925 Sterling Silver 1/2 Ct Real Diamond Scatter Composite Bypass Ring for Women
Located in New York, NY
This ring, adorned with four round, bezel-set diamonds, embodies sophisticated craftsmanship and an exquisite design philosophy that marries classic allure with contemporary flair.
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
Cushion Cut Lemon Citrine Cocktail Ring with Diamonds in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Nestled in the corners of the setting, four round brilliant-cut diamonds are bezel-set to provide a subtle but sparkling accent that frames the citrine with a delicate touch of white...
Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
.925 Sterling Silver 1/2 Ct Real Diamond Scatter Composite Bypass Ring for Women
Located in New York, NY
This ring, adorned with four round, bezel-set diamonds, embodies sophisticated craftsmanship and an exquisite design philosophy that marries classic allure with contemporary flair.
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
.925 Sterling Silver 1/2 Ct Real Diamond Scatter Composite Bypass Ring for Women
Located in New York, NY
This ring, adorned with four round, bezel-set diamonds, embodies sophisticated craftsmanship and an exquisite design philosophy that marries classic allure with contemporary flair.
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
.925 Sterling Silver 1/2 Ct Real Diamond Scatter Composite Bypass Ring for Women
Located in New York, NY
This ring, adorned with four round, bezel-set diamonds, embodies sophisticated craftsmanship and an exquisite design philosophy that marries classic allure with contemporary flair.
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
.925 Sterling Silver 1/2 Ct Real Diamond Scatter Composite Bypass Ring for Women
Located in New York, NY
This ring, adorned with four round, bezel-set diamonds, embodies sophisticated craftsmanship and an exquisite design philosophy that marries classic allure with contemporary flair.
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
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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