Ring with brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.25ct - 5.7 grams - 14k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold ring set with brilliant cut diamonds. 0.25ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size U.S. 7.25 - EU. 17.5 (55) detailed description: the top of the ring is 4.3 mm wide weight 5.7...
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
7 Channel Set Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring Solid 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Count: 7 brilliant cut Total Diamond Carat Weight: 0.23 carats Diamond Color: G-H Diamond Clarity: VS-SI Ring Size: 8 Tota...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Eternity Brilliant Cut Diamond Band Stackable Ring Solid 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Count: 46 brilliant cut Total Diamond Carat Weight: 0.59 carats Diamond Color: G-H Diamond Clarity: SI Ring Size: 6.75 Tot...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
ALGT Certified 1.65 Ct Brilliant cut Salt and Pepper Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
On offer is an 18 carat white black rhodinated gold solitaire ring in the center with 1 brilliant cut salt and pepper diamond 1.66 ct.
Diamond, 18k Gold
MODERN Ring with sapphire and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.25ct 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold ring set with sapphire and brilliant-cut diamond total 0.25ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size U.S. 7.25 - EU. 17.5 (55) detailed description: The top of the ring is 1.7 cm...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Ring with brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.80ct 14k rose gold 10.0 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k pink gold ring set with brilliant cut diamonds. 0.80ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size U.S. 7.25 - EU. 17.5 (55) detailed description: top of the ring is 1.5 cm wide ring size US 7....
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
TJD 1.25 Carat Brilliant Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Anniversary Band Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Honor your special day with this exceptional diamond band ring. This band ring features a sparkling 27 brilliant cut round diamonds beautifully set in prong setting.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 2.2ct Round Brilliant Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A stunning ring featuring a brilliant round-cut diamond at its center.
Diamond, Gold
IGI jewel report Ring wth brilliant cut diamond sup to 1.50ct 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
IGI Jewel Report - 14k white gold entourage ring set with brilliant-cut diamonds up to 1.50ct - ring size U.S. 7.25 - EU. 17.5 (55) detailed description The top of the ring has a d...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Baguette and Brilliant Cut Diamond Band Ring Solid 18k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18k White Gold Diamond Count: 4 brilliant cut and 6 baguette Total Diamond Carat Weight: 0.36 carats Diamond Color: G Diamond Clarity: SI2 Ring Siz...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Unique S Ring in 18K Yellow Gold & Brilliant-Cut Diamonds by Theodora D.
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique S Ring in 18K Yellow Gold & Brilliant-Cut Diamonds by Theodora D.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
TJD 1.0 Carat Brilliant Diamond 14KT White Gold Stackable Wedding Band Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Honor your special day with this exceptional diamond band ring. This band ring features a sparkling 38 brilliant cut round diamonds beautifully set in prong & pave setting.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ring with brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.70ct -11.3 gram - 18k bicolour gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k bicolor gold ring set with brilliant cut diamonds up to . 0.70ct - L/M, F/G - VS/SI - ring size U.S. 7.25 - EU. 17.5(55) detailed description: top of the ring is 1.1 cm wide w...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Ring with Madeira citrine and brilliant cut diamonds up to 1.20ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold ring set with citrine and brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 1.20ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size U.S. 7 - EU. 17.25 (54) detailed description: the top of the ring is 2.7 ...
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold
Ring with brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.64ct 18k white gold 4.6 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold entourage ring set with brilliant cut diamond 0.64 ct F/G-VS/SI- ring size US 5.25 - EU 16 (50) detailed description: The top of the ring has a diameter of 1.2 cm wi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ring with sapphire, taper and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.75ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold ring set with sapphire and taper and brilliant-cut diamonds up to 0.75 ct - ring size US 7.5 - EU 17.75 (56) Detailed description: The top of the ring is 1.6 cm wid...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
White Round Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum
By MOGULDIAM INC
Located in New York, NY
This one of a kind gorgeous ring is beautifully hand made in platinum. Diamond weight : 0.75 carat ( G color and VS clarity ) small diamond weight : 1.75 carat ( G color and VS cla...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 14K White Gold & Brilliant Cut 0.90 CT Natural Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Gemstone Measurements: 1 round brilliant cut diamond: 6.26 - 6.28 x 3.73 mm±, 0.90 Ct± (Color: F-G, Clarity: SI1) 6 single cut diamonds: 0.12 Ctw± (Color: G-H, Clarity: VS) Ring Siz...
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage GIA 2.43 round brilliant cut diamond 18k yellow gold engagement ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This bold vintage engagement ring showcases a striking 2.43 carat round brilliant cut diamond, certified by GIA #6237906618, displaying a warm N color paired with SI1 clarity and imp...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Signet ring with brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.20ct 18k gold 8.9 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold ring with brilliant-cut diamond total 0.20ct – F/G - VS/SI - ring size U.S. 3.5 – EU. 14.5(46) Detailed description the top of the ring is 1.2 cm wide and 4.2 mm hig...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Ring with coral, sapphire and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.40ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold ring set with a central coral, sapphire, and brilliant-cut diamond up to 0.40 ct - F - VS/SI - ring size US 10.25 - EU 20 (63) Detailed description: The top of the r...
Coral, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Ring with brilliant cut diamonds up to 1.48ct 18k yellow gold 8.6 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold ring with brilliant cut diamonds 1.48ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size U.S. 6.5 - EU. 17(53) detailed description: the top of the ring is 2.5 cm wide Weight 8.6 grams ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ring with brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.37ct 18k yellow gold 6.2 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold ring with brilliant cut diamonds 0.37ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size U.S. 7 - EU. 17.25 (54) Detailed description top of the ring is 7.4 mm high and 5.1 mm wide ring ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ring with brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.90ct 18k yellow gold 9.0 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold ring set with brilliant cut diamond 0.90 ct - G/H - VS/SI - ring size U.S. 7 - EU. 17.5(55) detailed description: the top of the ring is 1.2 cm wide Ring size U.S...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA 5.02 Carat Oval Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This absolutely stunning ring boasts a 5.02 carat elongated oval brilliant cut diamond.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$32,000Sale Price|20% Off
HRD 2 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
One of a kind 2 carats diamond ring. This is a very special stone because is an exceptional white G color in fact in the certificate is clearly written a rare white G so it looks muc...
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Ring: Cocktailring Black Ceramic 0.12 ct. Diamonds Brilliant Cut 18K White Gold
Located in CAPRINO VERONESE, Veneto
The circle is pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds, offering subtle sparkle, and its movable design adds an element of playful sophistication, catching the light from every angle.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.01 Carat H VVS2 Square Modified Brilliant Diamond Platinum Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Elegant White Gold ring featuring a 2.01 carat square modified brilliant natural diamond as the center stone.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
2.01 Carat E VVS2 Square Modified Brilliant Diamond Platinum Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Elegant White Gold ring featuring a 2.01 carat square modified brilliant natural diamond as the center stone.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Brilliant Cut White Diamonds Unisex Art Deco Style Band Design Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini "Deco" Collection, Art Deco Style Platinum 0.20 Karat Brilliant Cut White Diamonds Unisex Band Design Ring.
White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1.25 carat round brilliant cut diamond 14k white gold engagement ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Single cuts, known for their charming sparkle, give the ring a touch of antique warmth that complements the central diamond’s brilliance.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ring with brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.42ct 4.8 grams 14k bicolour gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k bicolour gold ring with brilliant cut diamond up to 0.42ct H, F/G - VS, VS/SI - ring size US 7.25 - EU 17.5(55) Detailed description The top of the ring is 5.3 mm wide by 5.0 m...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Platinum Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring 0.40ct I/VS2
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A classic platinum single stone diamond engagement ring. The solitaire is set to the centre with a round brilliant cut diamond weighing approximately 0.40ct, colour I and VS2 clarity...
Diamond, Platinum
Ring with sapphire, taper and brilliant cut diamonds up to 1.00ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold ring set with a sapphire up to 1.50 ct, brilliant-cut and taper-cut diamond up to 1.00 ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size US 7.5 - EU 17.5(55) Detailed description: The t...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$144,000Sale Price / set|20% Off
GIA Certified 4 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
3-Stone Engagement Ring, meticulously crafted in platinum for a timeless look. This stunning ring features a total weight of 4 ct, combining a breathtaking center stone and elegant ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
RETRO - Ring with brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.80ct 18k gold - 13.6 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18 kt bicolour ring with brilliant cut diamond 0.80 ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size U.S. 6 - EU. 16.5(52) detailed description the top of the ring is 1.0 cm wide and 7.7 mm high ring...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Ring with brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.33ct 18k white gold 2.8 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
Kissing Diamonds - 18k white gold ring set with brilliant cut diamond up to 0.33ct - F - VS - ring size US 5.75 - EU 16.25 (51) detailed description: the top of the ring is 5.6 mm ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,465Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style White Brilliant Cut Diamond Amethyst Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
We can ship every piece of our 1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Ring is made of 9K Yellow Gold. This Ring has 0.16 Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds.
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
$7,943Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.22 Carat Braided Band Oval Halo 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The profile reveals a charming entwined braided vine band encrusted with additional round brilliant cut diamonds, enhancing the ring's overall allure.
Diamond, White Gold
$20,864Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 2.02 Carat Braided Band Oval Halo 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The profile reveals a charming entwined braided vine band encrusted with additional round brilliant cut diamonds, enhancing the ring's overall allure.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$13,790Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.7 Carat Braided Band Oval Halo 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The profile reveals a charming entwined braided vine band encrusted with additional round brilliant cut diamonds, enhancing the ring's overall allure.
Diamond, White Gold
Ring with baguette and brilliant cut diamonds up to 3.00ct 10k bicolour gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
10 kt bicolor gold ring set with taper and brilliant cut diamonds 3.00 ct F/G - VS/SI - ring size U.S. 5 - EU. 15.75(49) detailed description: the front of the ring is 3.0 cm wide ...
Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold
Ring with brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.66ct 4.4 grams 14k bicolour gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k bicolor gold ring set with brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.66ct - F/G - VS/Si - ring size US 7.25 - EU 17.5 (55) detailed description: The top of the ring is 1.0 cm wide weight...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Ring with brilliant cut diamonds up to 1.20ct 14k white gold 6.4 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold ring set with brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 1.20 ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size U.S. 7.75 - EU. 18 (57) detailed description: the top of the ring is 1.4 cm wide Rin...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
18ct White Diamond Ring With 0.25ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds
Located in London, GB
This 18ct white gold diamond band is set with natural diamonds, with a total diamond weight of 0.25ct. This ring is elegant and beautiful. Total Diamond Weight: 0.25ct Diamond Colo...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
JUGENDSTIL Ring with brilliant and single cut diamonds up to 0.30ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold ring with brilliant and single cut diamond 0.30ct - ring size US 7.25 - EU 17.5 (55) detailed description: the top of the ring is 1.2 cm wide and 7.7 mm high Ring s...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cocktail ring with pearl and brilliant cut diamonds up to 2.00ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold ring set with a Tahitian pearl and a brilliant-cut diamond up to 2.00 ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size US 7.25 - EU 17.5(55) Detailed description: The top of the ring is...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Modern ring with sapphire and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.78ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold ring set with sapphire and brilliant-cut diamond 0.78 ct F/G VS/SI - ring size U.S. 5.25 - EU. 16 (50) detailed description the top of the ring is 1.2 cm wide weig...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Ring with brilliant cut diamonds up to 2.50ct 9.2 grams 18k bicolour gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k bicolour ring set with brilliant cut diamonds up to . 2.50ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size U.S. 9.25 - EU.19.25 (61) detailed description the top of the ring is 2.1 cm wide weight...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
3.46 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire Round Diamond Hasbani 18Kt Halo Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
An impressive 3.46 carat total gem weight, 2.46 carat Blue Sapphire Dress / Engagement Ring surrounded by a claw set diamond halo With a total diamond weight of 0.99 carat white col...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18K White Gold .78ctw Round Brilliant Diamond Large Cocktail Flower Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
The ring features a round, VERY brilliant cut diamond solitaire that weighs exactly 0.78 carats and is prong set at the center of the flower design.
White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Brilliant Diamond Pave Geometric 14 Karat White Gold Statement Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Elegant Modern 14K White Gold Multi-Band Ring, with 0.21 CTW G/VS Quality White Diamonds. This striking ring features a contemporary design with multiple parallel bands, creating a l...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2.51 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire Round Diamond Hasbani 18Kt Halo Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A bespoke lustrously large 2.51 carat total gem weight, having 1.50 Carat Blue Sapphire Dress / Engagement Ring surrounded by a claw set diamond halo With a total diamond weight of 1...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.49 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire Round Diamond Hasbani 18Kt Halo Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A bespoke bright and large 2.49 carat total gem weight, having a whopping 1.95 Carat Bright Blue Sapphire in a Dress / Engagement Ring surrounded by a claw set diamond halo With a to...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany and Co 1.12 Carat Round Brilliant E-VS1 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Designer: Tiffany and Co Title: Tiffany and Co 1.12 Carat Round Brilliant E-VS1 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring Style: Engagement Metal: Platinum Gemstone 1: 1.12 Carat Diamond Numb...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 6.03 Carat Oval Ceylon Sri Lanka Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA Certified natural 6.03 carat oval cut Sri Lanka origin heated blue sapphire and 1.36 carat total weight diamond ballerina-style cocktail ring in platinum 900, featuring a vivid r...
Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
14k Yellow Gold 0.93ct Round Brilliant Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k Yellow Gold 0.93ct Round Brilliant Diamond Solitaire Ring Style: 14k Yellow Gold Round Brilliant Diamond Solitaire Ring Material: 14K Yellow Gold Center Diamond: Round Brilliant...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$156,800Sale Price|20% Off
Harry Winston 4.50 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Harry Winston
Located in Chicago, IL
A timeless symbol of elegance and craftsmanship, this exceptional Harry Winston diamond engagement ring showcases a breathtaking 4 carat natural round brilliant cut diamond set in pl...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
GIA 1.70 carat round brilliant cut diamond 18k white gold engagement ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Surrounding the center stone twenty two smaller round brilliant diamonds glimmer softly along the band enhancing the ring’s luminous presence.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany and Co 1.22 Carat Round Brilliant F-VVS Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Designer: Tiffany and Co Title: Tiffany and Co 1.22 Carat Round Brilliant Shape F-VVS1 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring Style: Engagement Metal: Platinum Gemstone 1: 1.22 Carat Diamo...
Diamond, Platinum
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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