Angara 14K Solid Gold Diamond Infinity Knot Solitaire Ring, 0.47ct
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
April Birthstone Ring for Women: Diamond is the April birthstone and the traditional gemstone gift for the 10th, 31st, 36th, 37th & 60th wedding anniversary.
Diamond, Gold
Art Deco Solid 18K White Gold Oval Natural Amethyst & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Zurich, CH
Its low-profile mounting and ergonomic design ensure a comfortable "second-skin" fit, making it an ideal choice for a landmark anniversary gift, a unique February birthstone ring, or...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Angara GIA Certified 3.51ct Cushion Aquamarine Halo Ring in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: GIA Certified Cushion Aquamarine Split Shank Halo RingMarch Birthstone Ring for Women: Aquamarine is the March birthstone and the traditional gemstone gift for t...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Angara Natural Solitaire Opal Infinity Knot Ring in 14K Solid Gold for Women
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The lustrous band is finely twisted into an infinity knot, symbolizing eternal love and commitment. This opal knot ring has an elegant and sophisticated appeal.October Birthstone Rin...
Opal, Gold
Emerald-Cut Morganite Ring 2.25CTW with Diamonds in 14K Gold for Women
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
June Birthstone Ring for Women: Morganite is often associated with romance, compassion and warmth, will make a meaningful and sparkling gift for all your special ones.
Diamond, Emerald, Morganite, Gold, 14k Gold
Angara Natural Round Emerald Solitaire Engagement Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stylish ring is designed in 14k yellow gold.May Birthstone Ring for Women: Emerald is the May birthstone and the traditional gemstone gift for the 20th, 35th & 55th wedding anni...
Emerald, Gold
Angara Natural GIA Certified Cushion 16.27ct Aquamarine Solitaire Ring 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: GIA Certified Rectangular Cushion Aquamarine Solitaire RingMarch Birthstone Ring for Women: Aquamarine is the March birthstone and the traditional gemstone gift ...
Diamond, Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Gold
Angara Natural Solitaire Aquamarine Infinity Knot Engagement Ring in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The lustrous band twists into an infinity knot, symbolizing eternal love and commitment.March Birthstone Ring for Women: Aquamarine is the March birthstone and the traditional gemsto...
Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Gold
Emerald Engagement Ring with Diamonds in 14K Solid Gold for Women
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The ornate marquise and dot shank is studded with bezel and pave set diamonds and finished with intricate milgrain details.May Birthstone Ring for Women: Emerald is the May birthston...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
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Vintage style ring with emerald in 14k gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Vintage style/Old Style ring with emerald. Marquise emerald ring. May birthstone ring.
Topaz, Sapphire, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Round Aquamarine Solitaire Ring in 14K Solid Gold for Women
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The milgrain detailing on the edges and the alluring scrollwork on the shank add to the design's beauty. This ring is crafted in 14k solid gold.March Birthstone Ring for Women: Aquam...
Aquamarine, Gold, 14k Gold
Angara Natural Blue Sapphire Crossover Engagement Ring 14K Solid Gold for Women
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The crossover shank offers a contemporary and stylish look to this ring.September Birthstone Ring for Women: Blue Sapphire is the September birthstone and the traditional gemstone gi...
Blue Sapphire, Gold
Angara Natural Classic Round Opal Solitaire Bypass Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
October Birthstone Ring for Women: Opal is the October birthstone and the traditional gemstone gift for the 12th, 14th, 21st, 34th & 43rd wedding anniversary.
Opal, Gold
Angara Seed Freshwater Cultured Pearl and Diamond Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sparkling diamonds encrusted on the shank enhance the beauty of this ring.June Birthstone Ring for Women: Freshwater Cultured Pearl is the June birthstone and the traditional gemston...
Pearl, Diamond, Gold
Angara Natural Round Emerald Solitaire Bypass Engagement Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold.May Birthstone Ring for Women: Emerald is the May birthstone and the traditional gemstone gift for the 20th, 35th & 55th wedding anniversary.
Emerald, Gold
Angara Natural GIA Certified Princess Diana Inspired Sapphire Ring in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: GIA Certified Princess Diana Inspired Oval Sapphire Reverse Tapered Shank Ring with HaloSeptember Birthstone Ring for Women: Blue Sapphire is the September birth...
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
14.43ct GIA Certified Cushion London Blue Topaz Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: GIA Certified Cushion London Blue Topaz Solitaire Ring with DiamondsNovember Birthstone Ring for Women: London Blue Topaz is the November birthstone and the trad...
Topaz, Blue Topaz, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Angara Natural GIA Certified Octagonal 3.17ct Blue Sapphire Halo Ring 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: GIA Certified Octagonal Blue Sapphire Halo RingSeptember Birthstone Ring for Women: Blue Sapphire is the September birthstone and the traditional gemstone gift f...
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Angara Natural GIA Certified Rectangular Cushion 15.46ct Garnet Ring in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: GIA Certified GIA Certified Rectangular Cushion Garnet Split Shank Halo RingJanuary Birthstone Ring for Women: Garnet is the January birthstone and the tradition...
Garnet, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Angara Natural GIA Certified Princess Diana Inspired Sapphire Ring in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: GIA Certified Princess Diana Inspired Oval Sapphire Knife-Edge Shank RingSeptember Birthstone Ring for Women: Blue Sapphire is the September birthstone and the t...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Angara Natural Teal Montana Sapphire Solitaire Ring with Diamonds in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The flanking round diamonds enhance the beauty of the teal gemstone. This elegant ring is crafted in 14k white gold.September Birthstone Ring for Women: Teal Montana Sapphire is the ...
Sapphire, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Angara Natural Round Emerald and Diamond Engagement Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
May Birthstone Ring for Women: Emerald is the May birthstone and the traditional gemstone gift for the 20th, 35th & 55th wedding anniversary.
Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Angara Natural Solitaire Turquoise Infinity Knot Ring 14K Solid Gold for Women
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
December Birthstone Ring for Women: Turquoise is the December birthstone and the traditional gemstone gift for the 6th & 11th wedding anniversary.
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Gold
Angara Natural Cushion London Blue Topaz Solitaire Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
November Birthstone Ring for Women: London Blue Topaz is the November birthstone and the traditional gemstone gift for the 4th & 41st wedding anniversary.
Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Gold
Angara Natural Classic Solitaire Oval Amethyst Promise Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
February Birthstone Ring for Women: Amethyst is the February birthstone and the traditional gemstone gift for the 6th, 9th, 28th, 33rd & 47th wedding anniversary.
Amethyst, Gold
Angara Natural Solitaire Round Pink Tourmaline Ring with Diamond in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
October Birthstone Ring for Women: Pink Tourmaline is the October birthstone and the traditional gemstone gift for the 5th, 8th, 17th & 38th wedding anniversary.
Tourmaline, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Angara Natural Tapered Shank Oval Solitaire Sapphire Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
September Birthstone Ring for Women: Blue Sapphire is the September birthstone and the traditional gemstone gift for the 5th, 10th, 45th & 51st wedding anniversary.
Blue Sapphire, Gold
Angara Natural Enhanced Black Diamond Semi Eternity Wedding Ring in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set in a distinctive prong setting, each gemstone sparkles brilliantly, creating a breathtaking display of beauty.April Birthstone Ring for Women: Enhanced Black Diamond is the Birth...
Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Angara Natural Classic Solitaire Cushion 1.9ct Citrine Cocktail Ring in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dainty scrollwork on the gallery elevates the beauty of this 14k white gold cocktail ring.November Birthstone Ring for Women: Citrine is the November birthstone and the traditional g...
Citrine, 14k Gold, Gold
Angara Natural Vintage Style Cushion Sapphire Solitaire Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Impeccably crafted in 14k yellow gold, this vintage solitaire ring exudes an aura of regal elegance.September Birthstone Ring for Women: Blue Sapphire is the September birthstone and...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold
Angara Natural Classic Solitaire Oval Emerald Promise Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The thin shank adds a clean, contemporary finish to the piece.May Birthstone Ring for Women: Emerald is the May birthstone and the traditional gemstone gift for the 20th, 35th & 55th...
Emerald, Gold
Angara Natural Prong-Set Classic Diamond Wedding Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The prong-set round diamonds will beautifully complement the allure of your engagement ring.April Birthstone Ring for Women: Diamond is the April birthstone and the traditional gemst...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Angara Natural Round 1.1ct Turquoise Solitaire Engagement Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This simple and stunning solitaire ring is designed in 14k rose gold.December Birthstone Ring for Women: Turquoise is the December birthstone and the traditional gemstone gift for th...
Turquoise, Gold
Angara Natural Solitaire Princess-Cut Enhanced Blue Diamond Ring in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Secured in a V-prong setting, the princess-cut enhanced blue diamond captivates the eye with its delightful hue.April Birthstone Ring for Women: Enhanced Blue Diamond is the Birthsto...
Blue Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Angara Freshwater Cultured Pearl Solitaire Ring in 14K Solid Gold for Women
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The glossy round pearl resembles the full moon and captivates the senses with its sheer elegance. It's a classic pearl ring that accessorizes well with every outfit.June Birthstone R...
Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Gold
Angara Freshwater Cultured Pearl Infinity Ring in 14K Solid Gold for Women
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
June Birthstone Ring for Women: Freshwater Cultured Pearl is the June birthstone and the traditional gemstone gift for the 3rd, 30th, 46th, 50th & 52nd wedding anniversary.
Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Diamond, Gold
Angara Natural Entwined Diamond Wrap Ring in 14K Solid Gold for Women
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous and elegant wrap ring is designed in 14k yellow gold.April Birthstone Ring for Women: Diamond is the April birthstone and the traditional gemstone gift for the 10th, 31...
Diamond, Gold
Angara Natural Princess 1.32ct Blue Diamond Eternity Wedding Ring 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
April Birthstone Ring for Women: Enhanced Blue Diamond is the Birthstone for April.
Blue Diamond, Diamond, Gold
Angara Natural Pear-Shaped Sapphire Halo Engagement Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
September Birthstone Ring for Women: Blue Sapphire is the September birthstone and the traditional gemstone gift for the 5th, 10th, 45th & 51st wedding anniversary.
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Gold
Angara Natural Cushion Sapphire Ring with Baguette Diamonds in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful 14k white gold ring has a flair of sophisticated allure.September Birthstone Ring for Women: Blue Sapphire is the September birthstone and the traditional gemstone gif...
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Gold
Angara Natural Solitaire Square Ruby Stackable Engagement Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The gemstone is secured in a sophisticated bezel setting on a 14k rose gold shank.July Birthstone Ring for Women: Ruby is the July birthstone and the traditional gemstone gift for th...
Ruby, Gold
Angara Art Deco 14K Gold Teal Montana Sapphire Pear Solitaire Ring, 0.75ct
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed in 14k rose gold, this pear-shaped teal sapphire ring has a sophisticated appeal.September Birthstone Ring for Women: Teal Montana Sapphire is the September birthstone and t...
Sapphire, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Angara Natural Amethyst and Diamond Twisted Vine Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
February Birthstone Ring for Women: Amethyst is the February birthstone and the traditional gemstone gift for the 6th, 9th, 28th, 33rd & 47th wedding anniversary.
Diamond, Amethyst, Gold
Angara Natural Half Eternity 1.75ct Emerald Halo Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
May Birthstone Ring for Women: Emerald is the May birthstone and the traditional gemstone gift for the 20th, 35th & 55th wedding anniversary.
Emerald, Diamond, Gold
Angara 14K White Gold 2.8ct Emerald-Cut Garnet Halo Ring with Diamonds
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
January Birthstone Ring for Women: Garnet is the January birthstone and the traditional gemstone gift for the 2nd, 15th & 29th wedding anniversary.
Garnet, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Angara Natural Solitaire Round Ruby Celtic Knot Engagement Ring 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Celtic knot detailing on the shank lends an exquisite touch to this piece.July Birthstone Ring for Women: Ruby is the July birthstone and the traditional gemstone gift for the 15...
Ruby, Gold
Angara Natural Half Eternity Five Stone Aquamarine Wedding Ring 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 5 stone aquamarine ring is sure to steal the spotlight.March Birthstone Ring for Women: Aquamarine is the March birthstone and the traditional gemstone gift for the 18th & 19th ...
Aquamarine, Gold
Angara Natural Solitaire Oval Rhodolite Ring with Diamonds in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
January Birthstone Ring for Women: Rhodolite Garnet is the January birthstone and the traditional gemstone gift for the 2nd, 15th & 29th wedding anniversary.
Rhodolite, Garnet, Diamond, Gold
Angara Solitaire Tahitian Cultured Pearl Ring with Bypass Shank 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This simple and elegant ring is crafted in 14k white gold.June Birthstone Ring for Women: Tahitian Cultured Pearl is the June birthstone and the traditional gemstone gift for the 3rd...
Pearl, Gold
Angara Natural Baguette & Round Diamond Half Eternity Stackable Ring in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
It showcases glittering baguette and round diamonds that are alternately set in a half eternity style.April Birthstone Ring for Women: Diamond is the April birthstone and the traditi...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Angara Natural Prong-Set 1.04ct Diamond Eternity Stackable Ring 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The unique sharedprong setting allows each diamond to exude its individual brilliance.April Birthstone Ring for Women: Diamond is the April birthstone and the traditional gemstone gi...
Diamond, Gold
Angara Natural Eternity Amethyst and Diamond Wedding Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
February Birthstone Ring for Women: Amethyst is the February birthstone and the traditional gemstone gift for the 6th, 9th, 28th, 33rd & 47th wedding anniversary.
Diamond, Amethyst, Gold
Angara Natural Classic Diamond Half Eternity Wedding Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The diamonds are prong set along the curved 14k white gold band exuding breathtaking brilliance.April Birthstone Ring for Women: Diamond is the April birthstone and the traditional g...
Diamond, Gold
Angara Natural Channel Set Eternity Sapphire Wedding Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
September Birthstone Ring for Women: Blue Sapphire is the September birthstone and the traditional gemstone gift for the 5th, 10th, 45th & 51st wedding anniversary.
Blue Sapphire, Gold
Angara Natural Prong-Set Diamond Stackable Wedding Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These brilliant gems are arranged in a unique eternity pattern.April Birthstone Ring for Women: Diamond is the April birthstone and the traditional gemstone gift for the 10th, 31st, ...
Diamond, Gold
Angara Natural Half Eternity Round Diamond Wedding Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This half eternity band is a simple and classic beauty.April Birthstone Ring for Women: Diamond is the April birthstone and the traditional gemstone gift for the 10th, 31st, 36th, 37...
Diamond, Gold
Angara Natural Princess Diamond Half Eternity Wedding Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
They are secured in a channel setting and display a luminous effect that blends well with the 14k yellow gold half eternity band.April Birthstone Ring for Women: Diamond is the April...
Diamond, Gold
Angara Natural Solitaire Oval Morganite Ring with Diamonds in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
June Birthstone Ring for Women: Morganite is often associated with romance, compassion and warmth, will make a meaningful and sparkling gift for all your special ones.
Morganite, Diamond, Gold
Angara Natural Vintage Style Oval 1.15ct Turquoise Ring with Diamond in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Embellished with shimmering diamonds, the ornamental shank elevates the beauty of this 14k yellow gold ring.December Birthstone Ring for Women: Turquoise is the December birthstone a...
Turquoise, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Angara Natural Bar-Set Solitaire Round Ruby Bypass Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The glistening shank embraces the ruby with its graceful bypassing ends. This bar set ruby ring enthralls with its minimalistic beauty.July Birthstone Ring for Women: Ruby is the Jul...
Ruby, 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 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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