Emerald Cabochon, Sapphire Cabochon and Diamond Baguette Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This handsome ring features a beautiful blue sapphire cabochon paired with a bright green emerald cabochon set with sparkling baguette-cut diamonds in 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
19.09 Ct. Emerald Cabochon Ring with Diamonds, 18K
Located in New York, NY
A 19.09 ct. Emerald Cabochon Ring with Diamonds made in 18 Karat Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
5.51 Carat Cabochon Cut Emerald & Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This striking ballerina statement ring features a 5.51 carat emerald cabochon surrounded by 1.83 carats of diamonds in a platinum setting.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Emerald Cabochon and Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The emerald cabochon possess great lustre and transparency, coupled with a bright green colour that is visible even from afar!
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified Huge Colombian Emerald Cabochon Cocktail Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very Good Era: Retro/ Hollywood Glam Year: 1970s Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Gemstone: Emerald Carat Weight: 12.57 Cut: Cabochon Color: Green Clarity: Transparent to Semi-Tran...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Emerald Cabochon Flower Ring 14K Gold Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This gorgeous vintage ring is finely crafted in solid 14K Yellow Gold (carefully tested and guaranteed). The center Emerald cabochon is 10mm (3.74 carats), eight more emeralds total ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.42 Carat Emerald 0.85 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring Circa 1930
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This 1930s cabochon emerald and diamond ring is a meaningful gift for milestone birthdays, 20th anniversaries as they are traditionally associated with emeralds, or May birthdays - h...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum GIA 3.66ctw Cabochon Colombian Emerald & Diamond Bubble Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Comes w/ original GIA certification for the emerald. Stock Number: MK-390104060 --Certification Details:-- Laboratory: GIA Report Number: 2235667830 Shape: Oval Cutting Style: Doub...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Retro Duo Emerald Cabochon 18 Karat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Retro Duo Emerald Cabochon 18k Gold Cluster Ring. Stamped 750 Size 6.5 Circa 1950's
Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage 14k Rose Gold Diamond and 1.54ct Emerald Cabochon Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage ring is crafted in 14k rose gold and centered by a 1.54ct emerald cabochon with a smooth, softly rounded profile.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Tanzanite, Emerald Victorian Floral Ring with Diamond In 18K/925 White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Tanzanite Wt.:20.16 CT Approx. Emerald Wt.:1.04 CT Diamond Shape Cut: Oval & Round Rose Cut & Full Cut Diamond Color: BLK & IJ Diamond Clarity: SI Tanzanite Shape Cut:...
Diamond, Emerald, Tanzanite, White Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
$8,976Sale Price|20% Off
French Cocktail Ring Emerald Cabochon Diamonds Rose Gold
Located in Vannes, FR
This exceptional piece features a 12 x 7 mm emerald cabochon, worth 4.02 carats. The emerald cabochon, with its deep, mesmerizing green color, is perfectly enhanced by the splendid ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$16,000Sale Price|20% Off
Sugarloaf Cabochon Cut Green Emerald & Round Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
The center stone is a very lively 4.01 ct Natural Cabochon Cut Green Emerald, Vivid Green in color, looks much better in person than the pictures.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified 5.64 Carat Cabochon Opal and Emerald Cocktail Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
.* A beautiful combination of 5.64 carat oval shaped Ethiopian Opal cabochon and 2.59 carat Emerald cabochon set in solid 18K White Gold, with 0.23 carat of Diamonds.
Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vivid Green Cabochon Cut Russian Emerald 18K Gold Ring
By Tsarina Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Mysterious green garden inside the Emerald cabochon from the Ural Mountains delicately framed by two glowing streams of Diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
18k Yellow Gold 3.87ct Citrine Cabochon and Emerald Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A bold and distinctive statement ring, this piece centers around a luminous citrine cabochon that immediately draws the eye. The oval cabochon citrine, weighing approximately 3.87 ca...
Citrine, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified 16.60 Carat Emerald Cabochon and Diamond Engagement Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
.* A beautiful, classic 16.60 carat Zambian Emerald cabochon center stone, with 1.04 carat VS quality White Diamonds around it, all set in 18K solid White Gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,450Sale Price|20% Off
18kt Yellow Gold 9.20ct. Oval Cabochon Brazilian Emerald Dome Ring
Located in Braintree, GB
This 18kt. yellow gold emerald dome ring features a magnificent cabochon-cut emerald as its centrepiece, set in a smooth, polished yellow gold band.
Emerald, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Colombian Emerald Cabochon Ring with Diamonds
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
A bold, elegant ring centered on a richly colored Colombian emerald cabochon, this piece balances vintage presence with refined craftsmanship.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Old cut diamonds and emerald cabochon ring in 18K gold
By Jay Rawat
Located in Jaipur, IN
At its heart sits a captivating 2.73 carat emerald cabochon, glowing with a rich and vibrant green hue that draws the eye instantly.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Emerald round Cabochon and diamond ring in 14K Gold
By Jay Rawat
Located in Jaipur, IN
A elegant, dainty yet bold ring with fine quality Emerald Round Cabochons set in a row one under the other with white diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold
18K White Gold Emerald Sugarloaf Cabochon & Diamond Ring, France
Located in Vannes, FR
This breathtaking ring is adorned with a magnificent 6.720-carat emerald, cut in the shape of a sugar pine, capturing the light with exceptional brilliance. Framed by two diamonds of...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.20tcw Oval Natural Emerald Cabochon & Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
A beautiful three-stone, natural emerald cabochon, and diamond ring. The center stone cabochon has a full 3.16-carats, with a dark green color and very good luster.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
9.97 Carat Emerald Cabochon Diamond Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
18k yellow gold ring, set with approx. 9.97ct emerald cabochon (measures 14.45 x 11.7mm) and approx. 2.00ctw in diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
Set in 18K Gold, Emerald & Tourmaline Cabochon & Diamond Cocktail Dome Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The weight of the Tourmaline Cabochon is 10.46 carats. The weight of the Emeralds is 8.26 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
6.49 Carat Emerald Cabochon Features Diamond Accents Three Stone Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
This bold emerald and diamond three-stone ring showcases a substantial 5.79-carat cabochon-cut Colombian emerald, exhibiting a rich medium-dark green hue with captivating translucent...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Natural Emerald Cabochon & Diamond Ring Cocktail Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Vintage Natural Emerald Cabochon Cocktail Ring with Diamonds in 14K Yellow Gold, circa 1960s–1970s A bold and striking vintage cocktail ring centered with a substantial oval emerald...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum Colombian Emerald Cabochon Mens Ring with Diamond Accents - Size 11.25
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This is a Platinum Colombian Emerald Men's Ring with Diamond Accents. The Emerald is a Top Quality Natural Colombian Emerald with Minor Clarity Enhancements, as is Industry Standard....
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Exquisite 7.12ct Emerald & Diamond Cabochon Ring GIA Certified 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Media, PA
A Masterpiece of Color and Form This extraordinary statement ring centers on a substantial 7.12-carat emerald cabochon of exceptional quality. The stone is remarkably "gemmy," displa...
Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
0.90tcw 18K Oval Natural Emerald Cabochon & Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Featured is a lovely emerald cabochon & diamond ring. The center stone carries a petite 0.70-carats Colombian emerald cabochon, displaying a grogeous green color and very good luster.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Signed Art Deco Colombian Emerald Onyx & Diamond Platinum Ring
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
All with insignificant enhancement. The pyramidal cabochon emerald is framed by calibré-cut onyx and accented with baguette-cut diamonds in a platinum mounting, exemplifying the geom...
Onyx, Emerald, Diamond, Platinum
Colombian Emerald AGL-Certified Cabochon Ring with Diamond Halo
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
At its heart lies an AGL-certified emerald of Colombian origin, showcasing a double cabochon cut with vibrant green hues and minor to moderate oil treatment.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Emerald Cabochon, Black Onyx and Diamond Earring and Ring Suite
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
.* A pair of natural Zambian Emerald Cabochon (weighing 8.97 carats in total) stud Earrings, of very high quality and great luster and color.
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
5.56cts 14K Natural Emerald Cabochon Solitaire Bezel Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a cabochon cut, chunky pear-shaped emerald bezel ring in 14K yellow gold.
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cabochon Purple Amethyst Emerald Vintage Inspired Antique Style Snake Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Embrace the allure of vintage elegance with our stunning Cabochon Amethyst and Emerald Antique Style Snake Ring in Yellow Gold.
Amethyst, Emerald, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,200Sale Price|20% Off
Colombian Emerald cabochon, carved Blue Sapphires, Ruby & Diamond Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The weight of the Emerald Cabochon is 2.93 carats. The Emerald is completely natural, without any treatment and is of Colombian origin.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire
AGL Cert. 10ct Colombian Emerald Cabochon Bezel Gold Egyptian Revival Ring
Located in Miami, FL
AGL-certified natural Colombian emerald cabochon with minor oil treatment, bezel set in a 14K yellow gold Egyptian Revival ring with concentric double-bezel frame, granulation should...
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Faceted Green Emerald Cabochon White Diamond 14K White Gold Statement Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Ring with a large green emerald in faceted cabochon set in 14k white gold.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
7 Carat Emerald Cabochon and Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
The Emerald cabochon is transparent, with a beautiful vivid green color - the stone is not treated/dyed and is absolutely natural.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unique Cabochon Sapphire and Emerald Ring with Pavé Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Featuring the unusual combination of a 3.17 carat emerald and a 5.35 carat sapphire – both shield cut cabochons – it brings together vivid colour and bold design to create something ...
Emerald, Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Three-Stone Emerald Cabochon Ring, 3.87ct, Zambia
Located in Jupiter, FL
A one of a kind men's natural emerald cabochon ring. Featuring the center stone, with a full 3.42-carat cabochon with a beautiful dark green color.
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gilt Metal
Emerald Oval Cabochon Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 3.04 ct. emerald oval cabochon. Handmade in 18k yellow gold.
Emerald, Yellow Gold
Certified 4.76 Carat Emerald Cabochon and Diamond Cocktail Engagement Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
The Emerald cabochon is of high quality, transparent and impeccable vivid green color, and VS quality White Diamonds set in solid White Gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 10k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
6.85tcw 18K Colombian Emerald Cabochon & Diamond Cluster Cocktail Gold Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
It is quite a luxurious work of art and a true showstopper. A natural Colombian emerald cabochon is the center of attention and displays beautiful shine and brilliance.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cabochon Sapphire Ring with Diamond & Emerald Accents
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Made of 18k white and yellow gold, the 2.50 carat cabochon sapphire sits atop an artful cluster of faceted emeralds, golden orbs and brilliant diamonds peppered about the landscape.
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 2.30ct Natural Emerald Cabochon, 18KGold Ring 1.20ct natural Diamonds
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Vintage 18K yellow gold ring showcases a lush 2.30 carat natural emerald cabochon, glowing with rich green color. The smooth cabochon cut highlights the natural beauty of the emerald...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Set in 18K Gold, 13.57 carats, natural Emerald Cabochon Dome Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
✦ Handmade / Handcrafted Fine Jewelry ✦ Gemstone: natural Zambian Emerald ✦ Gemstone Cut: Oval Cabochon ✦ Gemstone Weight: 11.40 ct.
Emerald, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 50.6 Carat Oval Emerald Cabochon Diamond Cocktail Ring
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 50.6ct Oval Emerald Cabochon Diamond Cocktail Ring GIA#6173253976 Exceptional GIA certified Green Emerald with diamond accents set and mounted in 18k White gold.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified 5.33 carat Emerald Sugarloaf Cabochon and Turquoise Cocktail Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
*ALL OUR PRICES INCLUDE PREPAID TARRIFS & CUSTOMS DUTIES FOR USA CLIENTS.* A beautiful combination of Turquoise and sugarloaf shaped Zambian Emerald center stone, makes this cocktai...
Emerald, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate 18k Yellow Gold Emerald Round Cabochon & Diamond Three-Stone Style Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
At its center, a 0.5-carat cabochon-cut emerald radiates a rich green hue. Flanking the emerald are clusters of round white diamonds, totaling 0.25 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Colombian Emerald Cabochon Diamond Silver 18K Gold Antique Halo Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval shaped Colombian emerald cabochon weighing approximately 8.90 carats total Transparent medium green in color and set in a gold bezel with silver surround Bead set w...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
18K White Gold Oval Cabochon Colombian Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Seattle, WA
Period: Late 20th Century Style: Contemporary 7.2 grams Size 4.75 Shank: 3.75 Metals: 18k White Gold Main Stone: Natural Colombian Emerald Main Carat Weight: 3.18ct Main Stone Cut: O...
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Emerald Cabochon and Diamond Yellow Gold Handmade & Engraved Ring, 5.08 Carats
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This handsome 18k yellow gold ring is set with a luscious 5.08 carat bright green emerald cabochon in one of our most popular signature designs!
White Diamond, Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald shield ring. Platinum Shield Ring Emerald Cabochon and Diamond wide band
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Art Deco Shield Ring. Emerald cabochon and Diamond bezel set into Platinum.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
14K Natural Oval Cabochon Cut Emerald Solitaire Ring with Medium Dark Green
Located in Jupiter, FL
Elevate your style with our mesmerizing emerald cabochon solitaire ring, boasting a stunning 4.29-carat oval cabochon cut emerald sourced from the verdant lands of Zambia, radiating ...
Emerald, 14k Gold
9.88 Carat Natural Colombain Emerald Cabochon and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning ring featuring a 9.88 Carat Natural Emerald Cabochon and 2.43 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
6.68 Carat Zambian Emerald Cabochon Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
A classic, Cocktail ring 6.68 Carat Oval Zambian Emerald Cabochon Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold , Estate with no color enhancement.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Joël Glecer 18K Gold 24.52 Ct Emerald Cabochon & 3 Ct Diamond Ring
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt Gold, Emerald 24 Ct Cabochon & 3 Ct Diamond Ring Amazing Ring with Huge 24.52 Ct Emerald Cabochon & 3 Ct Brilliant Cut Diamonds
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold
Retro Wide Band with Cabochon Ruby, Sapphire and Emerald Ring
Located in New York, NY
14Kt Wide Band with Cabochon Ruby , Sapphire =, and Emerald Ring - Oist Retro - Ca 1950.
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Spira Emerald Cabochon Ring, 4.79ct Emerald & 80 Yellow Sapphires by Capucine H
Located in Geneve, CH
At its center, an emerald cabochon, like a secret ready to be born.
Emerald, Yellow Sapphire, 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.
No one liked emeralds and emerald jewelry more than Elizabeth Taylor (or her alter ego, Cleopatra). Emeralds were first discovered in Egypt around 330 BC. The stone’s name originated from the ancient Greek word for green, “smaragdus.” According to the Gemological Institute of America, “Emeralds from what is now Colombia were part of the plunder when 16th-century Spanish explorers invaded the New World. The Incas had already been using emeralds in their jewelry and religious ceremonies for 500 years. The Spaniards, who treasured gold and silver far more than gems, traded emeralds for precious metals. Their trades opened the eyes of European and Asian royalty to emerald’s majesty.”
There are numerous myths attributed to the emerald’s spiritual powers, like placing an emerald under your tongue will allow you to see the future. But be careful not to swallow the birthstone for May, or that future won’t be so bright!
There are many important (read: large) emeralds in museum collections around the world. The Patricia Emerald, named after the miner’s daughter, is a 632-carat dihexagonal (or 12-sided) crystal that was discovered in Colombia in 1920 and now resides at the American Museum of Natural History in New York. The Smithsonian Museum of Natural History in Washington has in its possession the Hooker Emerald, a 75.47-carat Colombian stone. That emerald had been acquired in the 16th or 17th century by Spanish conquistadores and shipped to Europe. It later belonged to Abdul Hamid II, Sultan of the Ottoman Empire (1876–1909), who wore it on his belt buckle. Purchased at auction by Tiffany & Co. in 1911, the Hooker Emerald was set into a tiara and featured in the New York World’s Fair “House of Jewels” exhibit in 1940. Today, it is part of a brooch, also designed by the jewelry house.
On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage emerald jewelry and watches that includes emerald rings, emerald necklaces and other accessories.
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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