Alex Jona Ghirigori Brown Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Ghirigori 18 karat white gold diamond ring designed by Alex Jona and hand crafted in Italy, set with 120 brown diamonds, for a total 0.51 carats with black rhodium setting.
Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1 Carat Fancy Brown Diamond Vintage Art Deco Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Antique Art Deco platinum ring with natural brown Diamond center stone. Ring setting is an original Art Deco era mounting.
Brown Diamond, Platinum
Brown Chocolate Diamond White Diamonds Pave Set 14K White Gold Statement Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Discover the allure of this exquisite ring, a testament to refined craftsmanship. Crafted in lustrous metal, this piece features a central brown diamond flanked by two smaller stone...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 0.80 Carat Fancy Golden Brown Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a classically styled diamond solitaire engagement ring. This antique piece showcases a single pear shaped diamond boasting a fancy golden brown colour tone in a platinum...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Fancy Deep Brown Yellow Diamond Ring, 4.00 carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
The exceptionally rare 4.00-carat fancy deep brown yellow diamond in this eye-catching ring possesses a chocolatey, yet fiery coloration that truly sets it apart.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
COCKTAIL RING 3.43 Ct. GIA Certified Fancy Deep Yellow-Brown Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
Masterfully crafted in a substantial 13.0-gram blend of 18K yellow gold and platinum, this ring is centered around a GIA Certified 3.43-carat emerald-cut diamond.
Diamond, Brown Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
GIA MARKDOWN, 1.33ct Emerald Cut Fancy Yellow-Brown Diamond Ring 14k
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Details • Center Stone: Natural Diamond • Carat Weight: 1.33 Carats • Shape: Emerald Cut • Color: Fancy Yellow-Brown • Certification: GIA • Metal: 14K Yellow Gold • Style: Solitaire ...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alex Jona Brown Diamond White Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona, hand crafted in Italy 18 karat yellow gold ring, centering a cushion cut dark brown diamond weighing 0.46 carats, accented by white diamonds, weighing 0.40 carats in total...
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified .77 Light Brown Yellow Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1950's fancy natural light brownish yellow diamond ring. GIA Certified center stone with four round accent diamond in a platinum setting. 1 round brilliant cut light browni...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Platinum
Circa 1900s GIA Fancy Brown Old European Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Circa 1900s GIA Fancy Brown Old European Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring - VEG#43b Item Details: Year: 1900s Ring Size: 7 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.7...
Brown Diamond, Platinum
0.68 Carat Orangey Brown Desert Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 14k Yellow
Located in New York, NY
Ring Specifications: Center Stone: 0.68 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Diamond Color: Natural Orangish Yellowish Brown ("Desert Diamond") Diamond Clarity: I1 Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Se...
Brown Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.10 Carat Natural Brown Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Engagement Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2.10 Carat Natural Brown Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Engagement Ring Metal: 14 Karat Rose Gold Primary Stones: Natural Brown/Champagne Diamond Accent Stones: Natural White Diamond ...
Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
1.50ct Fancy Brown Yellow Pear Shaped Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite pear-shaped diamond ring is a marvel of unique beauty. The centerpiece is a 1.00 carat pear-shaped diamond, GIA certified at Fancy Brown Yellow SI2, offering a breatht...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.55ct Fancy Brown Yellow Pear Shaped Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Total Carat Weight: 1.55 Stone Type: Natural Certification: GIA Metal: 18k White Gold Ring Size: 6.5 (sizable) Primary Carat Weight: 1.0 Primary Cut: Pear Shaped Primary Color: Fanc...
Diamond, Rose Gold
2.88 Carat Natural Brown Diamond White Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2.88 Carat Natural Brown Diamond White Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Cocktail Ring Metal: Primary Stones: Natural Brown Diamond Accent Stones: Natural White Diamond Total Carat Weig...
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Mattioli Brown Diamonds Rose Gold 18 Karat Ring Hiroko Collection
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Ring in 18k rose gold 0,39 ct. brown diamonds If not in stock, manufacture time 4 weeks HIROKO COLLECTION The timeless beauty of Sakura flowers in 18k gold Mattioli’s skilled artis...
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Mattioli Brown Diamonds Rose Gold 18 Karat Ring Hiroko Collection
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Ring in 18k rose gold 2,22 ct. brown/white diamonds If not in stock, manufacture time 4 weeks HIROKO COLLECTION The timeless beauty of Sakura flowers in 18k gold Mattioli’s skilled ...
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1.67ct Fancy Yellow Brown Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Enter a world of exquisite elegance with our unique cushion cut diamond ring. At its heart lies a captivating 1.02ct GIA-certified Fancy Yellow Brown diamond, boasting SI2 clarity.
Diamond, Rose Gold, Platinum
Peter Suchy 1.35 Carat Light Brown Diamond Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
This elegant engagement ring by the Peter Suchy Workshop features a striking, GIA certified 1.35 carat light brown bezel set cushion cut diamond set in a classic solitaire design. th...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Fancy Brown Diamond 2.39ct Ring in Golden Titanium IGI certificate
By Maximilian Hemmerle
Located in München, DE
MEASUREMENTS Golden titanium ring with natural Fancy brown diamond Diamond 2.39 carats brilliant cut Ring width at top 15.46 mm Diamond 8.23 - 8.27 x 5.38 mm Ring Weight 7.8 g
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Titanium
GIA Certified 1.00 Carat Fancy Deep Brown-Pink Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This distinctive ring features a GIA Certified 1.00 carat Radiant Cut Fancy Deep Brown-Pink diamond, graded VVS2 clarity, offering exceptional precision and a richly saturated, uncom...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold,...
Brown Princess Cut Diamond Ring with White Diamond Halo in White Gold
By Louis XV Jewelers
Located in Phoenix, AZ
This exquisite ring showcases a stunning 1.85ct cognac princess cut diamond, celebrated for its unique, warm hue. Encircling this magnificent center stone is a delicate halo of brill...
Brown Diamond, White Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Brown 2.07 Carat Diamond Solitaire Ring
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
This 18K yellow gold stunning solitaire ring is from our Divine Collection. The centre stone is oval shape brown diamond in total of 2.07 Carat which is decorate by round colorless d...
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.65ct Fancy Intense Orangey Brown Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning contemporary 1.65 carat natural fancy intense orangey brown diamond and 1.54 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold cocktail ring; part of our diverse diamond collections.
Brown Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Brown Diamond Floral Bloom Ring in 18K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
This sculptural floral ring features a magnificent central round natural brown diamond, elevated in a bold prong setting to maximize light.
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Gold 1.35ctw Fancy Brown Diamond & Calibre Sapphire Antique Style Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Emerald Cut - Milgrain Bezel Set - Fancy Brown Color - I1 Clarity - 5.6x4mm - 0.60ct (approx.) (50) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old Single C...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$7,603Sale Price|20% Off
8.11 Carat Rose Cut Round Brown and White Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
The Brown Diamond sits on a Triple Diamond Shank. This ring is set in 18K White Gold, with 18K Yellow Gold prongs on the center stone.
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.19 Carat Brown Diamond Platinum Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
GIA certified natural brown European cut diamond three stone Art Deco engagement ring. 2.19ct old European cut brown center diamond.
Brown Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
Alex Jona Organic Shape Brown Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
This spectacularly designed ring by Alex Jona features four 18 karat rose gold organic shaped bands forged together and accented with irregularly placed diamond pavé buttons featurin...
Brown Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Art Deco style fancy yellow brown diamond platinum engagement ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
At its center rests a round brilliant cut diamond displaying a captivating fancy yellow brown hue, offering warmth and individuality that sets it apart from traditional white diamonds.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
$140,600Sale Price|24% Off
GIA Certified 3.59 Carat Fancy Pink-Brown Diamond Cushion Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This refined and highly distinctive ring centers a 3.59 carat natural fancy pink-brown diamond, certified by GIA, showcasing a beautifully balanced and sophisticated tone that blends...
Diamond, Pink Diamond, Platinum
$116,000Sale Price|20% Off
Antique France Cut Diamond Ring GIA Certified 10.02Ct Fancy Dark Orangy Brown
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Specifications Carat Weight: 10.02 carats (center diamond) Cut: Antique Radiant Cut Color: Fancy Dark Orangy Brown Clarity: SI2 (GIA Certified) Accent Stones: D–F color, VS clarity ...
Diamond, Pink Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified Fancy Dark Orange Brown Cushion Cut Double Halo Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Exuding a warm and sophisticated allure, this GIA-certified engagement ring showcases a rare cushion-cut natural fancy dark orangy brown diamond that captures the essence of deep cog...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Alex Jona Brown Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Eternity Band Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat rose gold ring, set with 52 brown diamonds for a total weight of 0.32 carats.
Brown Diamond, Rose Gold
Yellow Gold Fancy Brown Diamond Engagement Ring - 18k & Platinum Oval 1.29ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 Sizing Fee: Up 1 for $40 Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold & Platinum Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .99ct Cut: Oval Color: Fancy Brown Clarity: I2 Stone Note: (s...
Brown Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage GIA 3.03 carat fancy dark yellowish brown diamond 18k gold ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
With its GIA-certified 3.03 carat fancy dark yellowish brown diamond and classic baguette accents, this ring is a memorable vintage piece made to stand out.
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Brown Diamond Accented Ladies Engagement Ring 14K White Gold 1.84 Cttw
Located in New York, NY
This stunning brown diamond engagement ring is crafted in 14k white gold.
Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Band Ring set with 2 White Diamonds and 1 Brown Diamond
By Rosior
Located in Porto, PT
White Gold Band Ring set with 2 White Diamonds and 1 Brown Diamond.
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, White Gold
GIA Cert 2.80 Carat Orange Brown Diamond Gold Platinum Men's Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Brown diamond Men’s ring. GIA certified brown diamond center stone with 12 round pave set diamond shoulders.
Brown Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold, Gold
BENJAMIN FINE JEWELRY 2.54 cts Mixed Fancy Brown Diamond 18K Ring
By Benjamin Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Our creations span from diamonds and emeralds to rubies and sapphires. 2.54 cts Mixed Fancy Brown Diamond 18K Ring 18K, Yellow Gold Diamond : 2.54 cts White Diamond Pavé : 1.70 cts ...
Brown Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA 1.41 Carat Brown Yellow Cushion Diamond Gold Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Brown and yellow diamond engagement ring. Antique cushion cut natural fancy brownish yellow bezel set center stone, with 2 tapered baguette side diamonds. 16 round accent diamonds.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Pla...
18k Yellow Gold Fancy Light Pinkish Brown Marquise Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features a total of 1.16tcw of fancy light pinkish brown diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Adamas Milano Italian Brown Diamond 18K White Gold Pave Checkered Cocktail Ring
By Adamas
Located in Miami, FL
The checkered motif is the show's star in this exquisitely designed piece and adds a delightful, edgy feel to this ring. The ring is crafted in 18K white gold, with black accents to...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, White Gold
14k White Gold 0.80ctw White & Brown Diamond Wide Band Ring Size 6.5
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (98) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Color (36) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Vibrant Brown ...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.54 Carat Fancy Yellow-Brown Cushion Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Simon Ardem
Located in New York, NY
Center stone: 1.54 ct cushion cut fancy yellow-brown SI1 diamond, 6.53 x 6.20 x 4.15 mm.
Brown Diamond, Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Mattioli Brown Diamonds Rose Gold 18 Karat Big Ring Hiroko Collection
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Ring in 18k rose gold 1,60 ct. brown/white diamonds If not in stock, manufacture time 4 weeks HIROKO COLLECTION The timeless beauty of Sakura flowers in 18k gold Mattioli’s skilled...
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Dilys' Certified 3.57ct Brown Diamond Transformable Ring in 18 Karat Gold
By Dilys'
Located in Hong Kong, HK
At the centre of this beautiful ring is the IGI certified 1.62 carat Fancy Yellowish Brown diamond, characterised by a rich, balanced colour and the ‘fire’ or brilliance one sees whe...
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Alex Jona 18 Karat Rose Gold Open Circle Brown Diamond Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, open circle hoop ring in 18 karat rose gold, set with 0.23 carats of brown diamonds.
Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Alex Jona Brown Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Eternity Band Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold eternity band ring, showcasing 24 round cut brown diamonds prong-set weighing 1.56 total carats.
Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA 1.73ct Pear Shape Brown/Green/Yellow Diamond and 1.14ctw White Diamond Ring
Located in Houston, TX
This engagement ring features one semi-mount set, GIA certified, 1.73ct, pear shaped, fancy deep brownish/greenish/yellow center diamond, surrounded by 1.14ctw of split prong-set rou...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Effy 14k Rose Gold 0.66ctw Chocolate Brown & White Diamond Wide Crossover Ring
By Effy
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (11) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Fancy Chocolate Brown Color - 0.56ctw (approx.) (30) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - ...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
4.56ct Fancy Orangy Brown Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Behold our striking fancy brown old mine cut diamond engagement ring, a masterpiece of elegance set in luxurious 18k rose gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1.38ct Fancy Light Brown Yellow Oval Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exotic 18k rose gold ring is captivating with its 1.03ct Fancy Light Brown Yellow-SI2 oval cut diamond.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1.67ct Fancy Light Brown Yellow Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Total Carat Weight: 1.67 Stone Type: Natural Certification: GIA Metal: Platinum Ring Size: 6.5 (sizable) Primary Carat Weight: 1.02 Primary Cut: Princess Cut Primary Color: Fancy Li...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
5 Carat Fancy Brown & Yellow Diamond Pave 18K Gold Tilted Shield Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Ring Size 8, adjustable. Product Specifications: Item Type: Oval Shield Statement Ring / Tilted Cocktail Ring Metal: 18K Two-Tone White and Yellow Gold Size: 8 (adjustable) Weight: ...
Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1.66ct Fancy Dark Orange Brown Radiant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Total Carat Weight: 1.66 Stone Type: Natural Certification: GIA Metal: 18k White Gold Ring Size: 6.5 (sizable) Primary Carat Weight: 1.01 Primary Cut: Radiant Cut Primary Color: Fan...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Handmade 18K Gold 2ct Marquise Brown Diamond Ring with Pavé By Joke Quick
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
One of a kind 2 Carat Marquise Fancy Greenish Brown, Cognac and blue pavé diamond ring. This one of a kind ring has been entirely handmade in Belgium using traditional goldsmithing ...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Blue Diamond, 18k 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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