Solitaire Ring with GIA Certified 0.72ct Brilliant Cut Diamond 18Kt White Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Unique Solitaire Ring made of 18Kt white gold and a round GIA Certified 0.72ct brilliant cut diamond with four prongs setting.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ring with brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.40ct 18k yellow gold 3.5 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold ring set with brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 0.40ct - F - VS/SI - ring size U.S. 7.25 - EU. 17.5 (55) detailed description: the top of the ring is 3.6 mm wide wei...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA 1.81ct Round Pave Infinity Symbol Solitaire 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The exquisite craftsmanship shines through in the entwined infinity symbol design of the band, intricately adorned with a delicate array of small round brilliant cut diamonds, enhanc...
Diamond, White Gold
$119,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRAFF 2 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Three-Stone Platinum Ring
By Graff
Located in Chicago, IL
Centered by a magnificent round brilliant-cut diamond, this ring is a testament to timeless elegance and superior craftsmanship.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
0.35ct I SI2 Round Brilliant Cut Tension Set Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Shimansky
Located in London, GB
Minimalist, yet exquisitely designed, this platinum engagement ring features a beautiful 0.35ct round brilliant cut diamond, certified I in colour and SI2 in clarity, tension set int...
Diamond, Platinum
$1,645Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style Ruby White Brilliant Cut Diamond 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 14K Yellow Gold. This Ring has 0.12 Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-Century Round Brilliant Diamond Platinum Three Stone Vintage Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a round brilliant cut diamond weighing approximately 1.00 carat - H color with VS clarity Flanked by cathedral shoulders bar set with baguette cut diamonds Weighing approxi...
Diamond, Platinum
Ring with marquise and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.75ct 18k gold 4.0 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k two-tone gold ring with marquise and brilliant-cut diamonds, totaling 0.75 ct – F/G – VS/SI – ring size U.S. 5.25 - EU 16 (50) Detailed description The top of the ring measures...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$480,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 5 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Indulge in the epitome of sophistication with our GIA Certified Round Diamond Ring, featuring a breathtaking 5-carat diamond. Graced with the rare and pristine D color, this diamond ...
Diamond, White Diamond
RETRO ring with brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.50ct 14k three-tone gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
RETRO 14k three-tone gold ring set with brilliant cut diamond 0.50 ct - G/H - VS/SI - ring size US 6 - EU 16.5 (52) detailed description: the top of the ring is 1.0 cm wide Ring s...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Round Brilliant Cut 1.00 Carat Center Stone Diamond Engagement Ring, 18k Yellow
Located in Honolulu, HI
Round Brilliant Cut 1.00 Carat Center Stone Diamond Engagement Ring - 18k Yellow Gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ring with brilliant cut diamonds up to 2.00ct 13.0 grams 18k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold ring set with brilliant cut diamonds. 2.00ct - G/H - VS/SI - ring size U.S. 7.5 - EU. 17.75 (56) detailed description: the top of the ring is 1.7 cm wide Ring size...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ring with pink sapphire and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.30ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold ring with pink sapphire and brilliant-cut diamond up to 0.30ct – F/G - SI/P - ring size U.S. 6 - EU. 16.5(52) Detailed description The top of the ring is 7.0 mm wide...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
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
Ring with emerald, ruby, sapphire and brilliant cut diamonds 18k gold 8.7 gram
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k gold ring set with ruby, sapphire, emerald, and brilliant-cut diamond (total approx. 0.40 ct – F/G – VS/SI) – ring size US 6.5 / EU 17 (53) Detailed description: The top of the...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$319,992Sale Price|20% Off
Harry Winston 4.01 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
By Harry Winston
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite Harry Winston The One engagement ring features a stunning round brilliant cut diamond at its heart, framed by a delicate halo of micropavé diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Classic Inset Round Brilliant Diamond Line 14K White Gold Thin Band Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
This exquisite ring is crafted in 14k white gold. It features a brilliant cut white diamond, adding a touch of sparkle to its sleek design.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum Full Eternity Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum Full Eternity Ring Product Details Xupes Ref: J1245 Brand: Tiffany & Co.
Diamond, Platinum
18k Yellow Gold 2.3ctw Round Brilliant Diamond Men's Cluster Ring
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18k Yellow Gold 2.3ctw Round Brilliant Diamond Men's Cluster Ring Style: 18k Yellow Gold Round Brilliant Diamond Pavé Cluster Men's Ring Material: 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Details: 2...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k white gold ring with taper and brilliant cut diamonds. 1.00ct 7.4 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold ring set with taper and brilliant cut diamonds. 1.00ct - ring size U.S. 7.5 - EU. 18(56) detailed description: the top of the ring is 1.2 cm wide and 6.7 mm high we...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18kt Gold Diamond Ring 1.50 Ct Heart Shaped Diamond & Brilliant Cut Diamonds
By Orologio / Joël Glecer
Located in Antwerp, BE
Stunning 18kt Gold Diamond ring with 1.50ct Heart Shaped Diamond & Brilliant Cut Diamonds Completely Handcrafted In our Atelier.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
$10,950Sale Price|37% Off
GIA Platinum Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Halo Ring 1.48ct 5.8g
By GIA
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
A timeless platinum engagement ring featuring a round brilliant cut diamond in a classic four-claw setting, surrounded by a refined diamond halo with diamond-set shoulders.
Diamond, Platinum
$1,440,000Sale Price|20% Off
11.36 Carat D Flawless Pear Brilliant Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Elegant Platinum engagement ring featuring a 11.36 carat pear brilliant natural diamond as the center stone.
Diamond, Platinum
Ring with brilliant and single cut diamonds up to 0.54ct 18k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold ring set with brilliant and single cut diamonds up to 0.54ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size US 5.5 - EU 16 (50) detailed description: The top of the ring is 7.1 mm wide a...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Ring with 0.35ct Brilliant Cut Diamond, Women's Size 53
Located in AMSTELVEEN, NH
Diamonds: Naturally shiny; Weight: 0.35 carat; Cut: Brilliant; Colour: F-G; Purity: VS; Grinding quality: Very good; Weight: 2.5 grams; Ring Size: 53 ( 17mm ); Hallmark: 18 karat ( 7...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Bezel-Set 0.80 ct Brilliant-Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
This modern solitaire ring features a beautifully proportioned 0.80 carat brilliant-cut diamond, graded G color and VS clarity, securely set in a sleek half-bezel (demi-clos) mount.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Boodles Brilliant Cut 6.01ct Diamond Platinum Full Eternity Ring
By Boodles
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Boodles Brilliant Cut 6.01ct Diamond Platinum Full Eternity Ring Product Details Xupes Ref: COMJ733 Brand: Boodles Model: Full Eternity Ring Type: Ring Age: 2010 Accompanied By: Boo...
Diamond, Platinum
Ring with brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.27ct 18k yellow gold 4.2 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold ring set with a brilliant-cut diamond of 0.27 ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size US 7.25 - EU 17.5 (55) Detailed description The top of the ring is 3.2 mm high and 7.4 mm...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,600Sale Price|20% Off
5 Stone Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Wedding Band Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
The expert cut of these round brilliant diamonds maximizes their fire and brilliance, making the ring a dazzling symbol of your commitment.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ring with brilliant cut diamond up to 0.75ct 14k yellow gold 10.0 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold ring with brilliant cut diamond up to 0.75ct – O/P - VS/SI - ring size US 9.25 – EU 19.25 (60) Detailed description the top of the ring is 1.2 cm wide and 6.0 mm hi...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Classic Inset Round Brilliant Diamond Line 14K White Gold Medium Band Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
This elegant ring is crafted in 14K white gold. It features a row of brilliant-cut white diamonds, totaling 0.4 carats.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.57 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Solitaire engagement ring featuring a 1.57 carat round brilliant cut diamond, from the fine jewelry collection at Bracken Jewelers in Santa Monica, California.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ring with brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.50ct - 5.1 grams - 14k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold ring with brilliant cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.50ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size US 8.5 - EU 18.5(58) Detailed description the top of the ring is 1.2 cm wide...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$52,000Sale Price|20% Off
Graff 3.25 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum
By Graff
Located in Chicago, IL
An extraordinary expression of timeless elegance, this authentic Graff diamond engagement ring showcases the exceptional craftsmanship and uncompromising quality for which the House ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Wide Brilliant-Cut and Baguette Diamond Cluster Ring, 2.1ctw 14k Yellow Ring
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This beautifully crafted ring is casted in 14 karat yellow gold. In the center of this ring is a diamond floral cluster of seven round, brilliant-cut diamonds, each measuring 3.0mm.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Classic Scallop Set Round Brilliant Diamond Line 14K White Gold Band Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
A refined and elegant ring featuring 0.42 carats of brilliant-cut white diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Circa 1900s .55ct Old European Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1900s Item Details: Ring Size: 7 Metal Type: [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.0grams Diamond Details: .55ct Center Stone, H Color, VS Clarity, Old European Brilliant, Natural...
Diamond
Brilliant 0.51ct Natural Diamond 18K White Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in רמת גן, IL
This stunning 18K white gold solitaire ring features a captivating 0.51ct round brilliant diamond, boasting a superb F color and SI1 clarity, ensuring an exceptional display of light.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Solitaire 0.25 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Band Ring 14K White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k White Gold Diamond Count: 1 brilliant cut Total Diamond Carat Weight: ~0.25 carats Diamond Measurements: 3.9 mm x 3.9 mm x 2.4 mm Diamond Colo...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. 0.90ct Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum Harmony Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. 0.90ct Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum Harmony Ring Product Details Xupes Ref: COMJ843 Brand: Tiffany & Co.
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 1.26ct Round Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold, Antique-In
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A GIA-certified 1.26-carat round brilliant sits prong-set at the center, its I color and VS2 clarity giving it a warm, clean face that reads bright without the premium cost of a colo...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k white gold ring with brilliant cut diamond up to 0.90ct - 7.2 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold ring set with brilliant cut diamond up to 0.90ct - E/F - Pique1/Pique2 - ring size US 8.75 - EU 18.75(59) detailed description: The top of the ring is 1.0 cm wide by...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Diamond Bypass Ring - 18k Round Brilliant .50ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $80 or Down 1 size for $60 Metal Content: 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .20ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G Cla...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Platinum 0.48ctw Round Brilliant Diamond Dangle Heart Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Platinum 0.48ctw Round Brilliant Diamond Dangle Heart Ring Style: Tiffany & Co.
Diamond, Platinum
Ring with pearls, brilliant and single cut diamonds up to 0.30ct 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k bicolor gold ring set with pearls, brilliant-cut diamonds, and a single-cut diamond up to 0.20ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size US 5.25 - EU 16(50) Detailed description: The top of ...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Cartier Brilliant Cut 0.30ct Solitaire Diamond Platinum 1895 Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier Brilliant Cut 0.30ct Solitaire Diamond Platinum 1895 Ring Product Details Xupes Ref: J528 Brand: Cartier Model: 0.30ct Diamond 1895 Ring Type: Ring Age: 2016 Accompanied By:...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Brilliant Cut 0.31ct Solitaire Diamond Platinum 1895 Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier Brilliant Cut 0.31ct Solitaire Diamond Platinum 1895 Ring Product Details Xupes Ref: J553 Brand: Cartier Model: 0.31ct Diamond 1895 Ring Type: Ring Serial Number: R***** Age...
Diamond, Platinum
Ring with triangle and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.50ct 18k gold 7.6 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k bicolour gold ring set with a triangular cut diamond 0.30 ct and brilliant cut diamonds totaling approx. 0.20ct – F/G - VS/SI - ring size U.S. 6.5 - EU. 17 (53) Detailed descrip...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Tiffany & Co. Material: Platinum Diamond: 1 round brilliant cut = 0.39ct Color: F Clarity: VS2 Size: 6.5 Dimensions: ring top measures 5.6mm wide Weight: 4.33 grams
Diamond, Platinum
Classic 0.50ct Round Brilliant Natural Diamond Solitaire Ring in Platinum
Located in רמת גן, IL
Sourced from fine estate collections, the centerpiece showcases a brilliant 0.50-carat round brilliant-cut natural diamond.
Diamond, Platinum
$166,400Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. 5.26 Ct. Oval Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
A Tiffany laser inscription further authenticates the diamond. The ring is elegantly complemented by smaller round brilliant-cut diamonds, adding to its overall brilliance.
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Juste un Clou Double Half-Paved 0.59ct Brilliant-Cut Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
With Juste un Clou, Cartier enhances the design of a basic shape by transforming a simple nail into a piece of jewelry. Designed for Cartier New York in the 1970s, this Cartier desig...
Diamond
Pradera Ring in 18K Yellow Gold Natural White Coral & 1.06ct Brilliant Diamond
By Pradera Irama
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
This exceptional piece features a large, beautifully polished natural white coral stone, elegantly embraced by an intricate pavé setting of natural brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 1....
Diamond, Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ring with brilliant cut diamonds up to 1.00ct 18k yellow gold 7.3 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold ring set with a brilliant-cut diamond up to 1.00 ct – F/G – VS/SI – ring size US 7 – EU 17.25 (54) Detailed description The top of the ring is 1.2 cm wide and 4.1 m...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,280Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style White Brilliant Cut Diamond Emerald Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring has 0.06 Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
14 Karat White Gold Round Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14k white gold Center Diamond: round brilliant cut = 3.07cttw Color: K Clarity: SI2 GIA: 1236585140 Diamonds: 28 round cut= 0.33cttw Size: 6 Weight: 3.7 gr...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vivid Diamonds 3.12 Carat Diamond Eternity Band
By Vivid Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Exquisite Vivid Diamonds eternity band crafted by hand in Platinum, showcasing 17 stunning round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 3.12 carats total, D-F color, VS-SI clarity. Each di...
Diamond, Platinum
$184,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. 3 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Solitaire Platinum Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Experience the timeless elegance of this exquisite Tiffany & Co. solitaire engagement ring, featuring a breathtaking round brilliant-cut diamond of approximately 3 carats.
Diamond, Platinum
$101,400Sale Price|20% Off
3.05 Carat G VVS1 Marquise Brilliant Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Elegant Yellow Gold ring featuring a 3.05 carat marquise brilliant natural diamond as the center stone.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
New 18ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Full Eternity Ring
Located in London, GB
New 18ct Diamond Full Eternity Ring Set With 28 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds Additional Information: With a 2.6mm Band We can make any size to order Total Diamond Weight: 1.40ct Di...
Diamond, Rose 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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