Vintage 14k Rose Gold Carved Rounded Jadeite Jade Eternity Band
Located in beverly hills, CA
This beautiful ring is made of 14K rose gold and features natural jade gemstones that encircle the entire band.
Jade, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
C1820 18K Onyx Forget Me Not Mourning Ring w Intricately Carved Shoulders
Located in Baltimore, MD
A c1850 18ct gold ring set with an onyx that has a finely carved intaglio of a pansy.
Onyx, 18k Gold
Pomellato Nudo XL Diamond and Carved Citrine in 18 Karat Gold
By Pomellato
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Pomellato Nudo XL Diamond and Carved Citrine in 18 Karat Gold 1 Lemon Quartz mm 12.5x12.5, total weight 11 carats. 58 Round Diamonds, total weight 0.73 carats. 18k White and Rose Gol...
Amethyst, Diamond, Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Marchak Cabochon Emerald, Carved Ruby and Diamond Ring, French, circa 1950
By Marchak
Located in London, GB
Marchak cabochon emerald, carved ruby and diamond ring. Set centrally with a round cabochon natural emerald with no colour enhancement in an open back rubover setting with an approxi...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold
$9,600Sale Price|20% Off
Art Nouveau extremely rare Carved Portrait of a Lady Flowing Hair Ring
Located in North Hollywood, CA
The face of the lady is done in Angelskin Coral, beautifully carved with a Conch Shell Helmet or hat. The body of the ring is carved in Gold with Flowing hair, this goes around the ...
Coral, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Tacori 46-2 Simply Tacori 0.27 Ct 3/4 Way Diamond Band Hand Carved Ring
By Tacori
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
18K white gold Tacori "Simply Tacori" collection, hand carved wedding band with 3/4 way diamonds 0.27 carats, G color, VS clarity. Finger size is 6.5 and can be sized up or down by ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K DAVID WEBB Crystal Pool Carved Rock Crystal Quartz Dome Ring Size 7
By David Webb
Located in Winter Springs, FL
An original and one of a kind vintage ring done by David Webb. Crafted in 18K, this ring is centered by a beautifully carved dome of rock crystal quartz set in a stylishly designed h...
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carved Emerald Ring Surrounded by Rose Cut Diamods with Filigree Shank
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"18KT:3.577g, Diamond:4.56ct, SiIver:8.840g, Emerald:2.86ct, Size: US-7"
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
Victorian 3.50ct Diamond Three Stone Carved Head Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
Each diamond is graded G to H in colour, with SI1 clarity. The ring has been hand carved from a single piece of 18 carat yellow gold, a testament to the skill and craftsmanship of th...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Round Shaped Carved Green Jade Cocktail Ring With Butterfly in Pink Sapphire
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:6.037g,D:0.74ct, Jade:7.18ct,Sapp:0.17ct,
Jade, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Cocktail Ring with Carved Green Onyx in Center Surrounded by Pave Diamonds
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"18kt gold:4.07g, Diamond:2.44ct Onyx Black :9.95Cts" Silver:5.75g
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
$14,828Sale Price|20% Off
18k Gold GIA 8.36ctw Carved Pink Spinel Yellow & Blue Sapphire Wide Cigar Band
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 15.41 Grams Ring Size: 6.5 (Fitted on a finger.
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Hammered Finish, Carved Lapis and Diamond
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb's lapis lazuli and diamond yellow gold ring is a beautiful and unique piece of jewelry. Lapis lazuli is a semi-precious stone that has been treasured since antiquity for i...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Ring Rose Gold Malachite Russia ca. 1915
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautifully carved malachite and rose gold dome ring made in Russia, ca. 1915.
Malachite, Rose Gold
Estate Pink and Green Tourmaline Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The diamonds run along a unique chiseled and carved 18K yellow gold setting. Currently ring size 6 ¾
Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold 17.68ct Cushion Cut Aquamarine Halo Cocktail Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The framework of this 18k white gold ring is carved through with negative space, letting light pass around and through the structure so the diamonds do double duty — they sparkle on ...
Diamond, Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Colombian emerald & diamond carved three stone ring, English, c. 1890.
Located in London, GB
Victorian Colombian emerald and diamond carved three stone ring. Set to centre with an octagonal step-cut Colombian emerald with minor oil in an open back triple claw setting with an...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
18k White Gold 1.72ctw Round Brilliant and Baguette Openwork Fashion Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The framework of this 18k white gold ring is carved through with negative space, letting light pass around and through the structure so the diamonds do double duty — they sparkle on ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 4.80 Carat Agate and 9k Yellow Gold Intaglio Ring Circa 1830
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive antique agate ring has been crafted in 9k yellow gold. The substantial antique ring setting displays an oval carved agate panel, ornamented with a...
Agate, Yellow Gold
Cupid Eros God of Love Intaglio Ring Agate Gold Neoclassical Victorian 1890
By Esemco
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a superb museum quality Victorian - Belle Epoque hand carved Agate Intaglio Ring depicting an image of the god of love, Cupid or Eros and set in a beautiful and elegant se...
Agate, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ancient Style 18k Gold Ring with Natural Diamonds, Large Gold Band Made in Italy
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
Real gold carved band ring, hallmarked 18k or 14k Italy Relief ring in 18k gold with natural diamonds G VS A beautifully well-crafted solid gold ring with a combination of sandblaste...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Ancient Style 14k Gold Ring with Natural Diamonds, Large Gold Band Made in Italy
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
Real gold carved band ring, hallmarked 14k Italy Relief ring in 14k gold with natural diamonds G VS A beautifully well-crafted solid gold ring with a combination of sandblasted and p...
Diamond, 14k Gold
David Webb Bombe Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Fluted Coral Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Immerse yourself in the luxurious beauty of the David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Carved Coral Diamond Rim Ring, a statement piece that showcases a significant coral centerpiece ...
Coral, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18K White Gold Band Ring with Coral Flower, Gemstones, and Diamonds
Located in Bergamo, BG
A masterpiece of craftsmanship, this 18K white gold band ring showcases a stunning coral flower intricately carved as the centerpiece.
Diamond, White Diamond, Coral, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 12.89cts No-Heat Carved Cushion-Cut Sapphire
Located in New York, NY
This intricately carved cushion-cut sapphire futures a beautiful a flower motif and weighs 12.89 carats. It is accented with approximately 2.66 carats of near colorless round-cut d...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, 14k Gold
David Webb Coral Vintage Carved Floral Platinum & 18k Black Enamel Diamonds
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Vintage David Webb Floral Coral Ring Platinum and 18k Yellow Gold approx weight 25 grams Natural Coral size 21 x 17mm Finger size 7 Natural Diamonds approx 1.0 carat overall design d...
Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Vintage 3 Carat Cabochon Cut Colombian Emerald Bezel in 20K Yellow Gold Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
This ring boasts a unique carved chevron and textured gold design, accentuating its distinguished 20K gold composition.
Emerald, Yellow Gold
Signature 18K Gold Peach Tourmaline and Ruby Three-Stone Ring
Located in Venice, CA
The bezel settings are hand carved, and the beautiful facets of the carved gold give the ring a weight that offsets the stones nicely.
Ruby, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold
GRS Cert. 14.51 Carat Colombian Emerald and Old Euro Diamond Halo Filigree Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GRS Certified Vintage 14.51 Carat Octagonal Cut Insignificant Oil Colombian Emerald & Old European Cut Diamond in Carved 14K Gold Retro Style Ring Shank. The emerald bears phenomen...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Rose Gold, White Diamonds and Carved Amethyst Ring
By VANLELES DIAMONDS
Located in Mayfair, London, GB
Our iconic Nile collection features bold shapes and chunky volumes, adorned with our unique Nile arabesque motif. Ring crafted in 18K Rose Gold and carved Amethyst Round Brilliant D...
Diamond, White Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Carved Imperial Jade Malachite Labradorite 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Antique Carved Imperial Jade Malachite Labradorite 18k Gold gr.19,20 Ring All Giulia Colussi jewelry is new and has never been previously owned or worn.
Jade, Labradorite, Malachite, 18k Gold
Carved Amethyst Ring, Pendant and Bangle Set in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ring is size 5. Handmade in 18k yellow gold.
Amethyst, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Rose Gold, White Diamonds and Carved Amethyst Small Ring
By VANLELES DIAMONDS
Located in Mayfair, London, GB
Our iconic Nile collection features bold shapes and chunky volumes, adorned with our unique Nile arabesque motif. Ring crafted in 18K Rose Gold and carved Amethyst Round Brilliant D...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Michael Kneebone Carved Amethyst Scarab Banded Agate Gilt Bronze Gold Ring Box
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Added to the top is a finely carved amethyst scarab framed in gold. This charming piece could be used as originally intended or would make a spectacular ring presentation box.
Agate, Amethyst, Gold, Bronze
Genuine Carved Turquoise Blue Sapphire Cabochons 14 Kt Yellow Gold Fashion Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
An Irregular Exagon shape Turquoise measuring 26 x 33 mm. and 6 mm thick with 2 small round Blue Sapphire cabochons set in 14 Kt gold is mounted on top of a 14 Kt. yellow gold sh...
Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Yellow Gold
18 Karat White Gold Carved Abalone Shell Ring with Tahitian Pearl and Diamonds
By Yupadee
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Objets d'Art wearable sculpture on your hand, an organically unique carved abalone shell ring featuring a tear drop shape in peacock color.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian Emerald Five Stone Carved Gold Half Hoop Ring
Located in London, GB
A Victorian five stone emerald carved half hoop ring, the ring set with five square emerald-cut emeralds, estimated to weigh a total of 1.7 carats, all claw-set to an ornate scroll c...
Emerald, Yellow Gold
Diamond Frosted Carved Rock Crystal Ring
Located in New York, NY
Highly impressive and fashionable, this architectural 18K white gold ring features three carved and frosted rock crystal panels framing a wave of stepped rows of diamonds (5.20 carat...
Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
A late Victorian ruby and diamond carved hoop ring
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian ruby and diamond carved hoop ring, the three rubies weighing approximately 1.78 carats, accompanied by a report from The Gem & Pearl Laboratory stating that the rubi...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Hand-Carved Pear-Shaped Carved Tanzanite Floral Ring in 18KT White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite statement ring features a magnificent 4.70ct tanzanite, meticulously hand-carved into a graceful pear-shaped silhouette with a delicate floral motif.
Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
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