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Chanel Amethyst Diamond And White Gold Ring

Chanel Comete 18K White Gold Diamond and Amethyst Ring
By Chanel
Located in Southampton, PA
bold 18K White Gold setting comes to life thanks to sparkling stars. At the center, a round Amethyst
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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold, White Gold

Chanel Cristaux Glaces Amethyst Diamond 18K White Gold Ring
By Chanel
Located in Geneva, CH
Chanel "Cristaux Glacés" Amethyst Diamond 18K White Gold Ring. Retail price: approximately
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Early 2000s European Aesthetic Movement Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Multifaceted 35 Carat Amethyst with Diamonds and 18 Karat White Gold Ring
By Pradera Irama
Located in Bilbao, ES
Multifaceted 35ct amethyst with Diamonds and 18k white gold ring Irama Pradera is a vdynamic and
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Late 20th Century Spanish Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mattioli Reve_r Medium Ring in Rose Gold, Amethysts and White Diamonds
By Mattioli
Located in Bilbao, ES
. Reve_r medium ring in rose gold, amethysts and white diamonds. Gold Weight gr.: 19.70 Diamond carats
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Amethyst, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Multifaceted 32 Carat Amethyst with Diamonds and 18 Karat White Gold Ring
By Pradera Irama
Located in Bilbao, ES
Multifaceted 32ct amethyst with Diamonds and 18k white gold ring Irama Pradera is a vdynamic and
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Late 20th Century Spanish Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mattioli Reve_r Medium Ring in Rose Gold, Titanium, Amethyst and White Diamonds
By Mattioli
Located in Bilbao, ES
. Reve_r medium ring in rose gold, titanium, amethyst and white diamonds. Gold Weight gr.: 10.60 Diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Amethyst, White Diamond, Titanium, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 1...

Mattioli Reve_r Medium Ring in White Gold, Tanzanite and White Diamonds
By Mattioli
Located in Bilbao, ES
. Reve_r medium ring in white gold, tanzanite and white diamonds. Gold Weight gr.: 20.50 Diamond carats
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Tanzanite, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Mattioli Reve_r Ring in Rose Gold, Peridots and White Diamonds
By Mattioli
Located in Bilbao, ES
in rose gold, peridots and white diamonds. Gold Weight gr.: 19.70 Diamond carats: 1.01 Peridot
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Peridot, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Mattioli Reve_r Ring Rose Gold, Titanium, Black and White Diamonds and Rubies
By Mattioli
Located in Bilbao, ES
. Reve_r ring in rose gold, titanium, black and white diamonds and rubies. Gold Weight gr.: 14.33 Black
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Ruby, White Diamond, Titanium, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Mattioli Reve_r Medium Ring in White Gold and Black Diamonds
By Mattioli
Located in Bilbao, ES
. Reve_r medium ring in white gold and black diamonds. Gold Weight gr.: 20.20 Diamond carats: 14.73 READY
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Mattioli Reve_r Medium Ring in Rose Gold, Tanzanite and White Diamonds
By Mattioli
Located in Bilbao, ES
. Reve_r medium ring in white gold, tanzanite and white diamonds. Gold Weight gr.: 19.70 Diamond carats
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Tanzanite, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Mattioli Reve_r Medium Ring in Rose Gold, Tanzanites and White Diamonds
By Mattioli
Located in Bilbao, ES
. Reve_r medium ring in rose gold, white diamonds and tanzanites. Gold Weight gr.: 19.70 Diamond carats
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Tanzanite, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Multifaceted 51 Carat Citrine Quartz with Diamonds and 18 Karat White Gold Ring
By Pradera Irama
Located in Bilbao, ES
Multifaceted 51ct Citrine Quartz with Diamonds and 18k white gold ring Irama Pradera is a dynamic
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2010s Spanish Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Quartz, Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Multifaceted Blue London Topaz 18k White and Yellow gold Ring
By Pradera
Located in Bilbao, ES
. Gems: Topaz, Amethyst, Pink Quartz, Citrine. ◘ Gold Weight 4,3gr ◘ measures: width 10,5x10,5 mm or
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Topaz, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Multifaceted Green Eden Quartz 18K White and Yellow Gold Fashion Ring
By Pradera
Located in Bilbao, ES
. Gems: Topaz, Amethyst, Pink Quartz, Citrine ◘ Gold Weight 4,3gr ◘ Stones measures: width 10,5x10,5 mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Quartz, White Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Maxi Nudo Topaz Blue London in 18K Gold Ring with Pavé of Diamonds
By Pradera Irama
Located in Bilbao, ES
XL Topaz Blue London in 18 Karat Gold Ring with Pavé of Diamonds Diamonds 0,41 ct Gold weight
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Multifaceted Blue London Topaz 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By Pradera
Located in Bilbao, ES
quartz and three colour of gold Gems: Topaz, Amethyst, Pink Quartz, Citrine Matching Earrings to go with
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Topaz, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Mattioli Reve_r Earrings Rose Gold, White Diamonds and Amethysts or Peridots
By Mattioli
Located in Bilbao, ES
allure. Reve_r small earrings in rose gold, white diamonds and amethysts or peridots. Also Available in
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Mattioli Reve_r Small Earrings in White Gold, Black and White Diamonds
By Mattioli
Located in Bilbao, ES
. Reve_r small earrings in white gold, black and white diamonds. Measure: 25mm/0.98in Gold Weight gr
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Mattioli Reve_r Earrings in Titanium, White Gold and White Diamonds
By Mattioli
Located in Bilbao, ES
earrings in titanium, white gold, black and white diamonds. Measure: 25mm/0.98in Gold Weight gr.: 2.95
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Titanium

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Chanel Comete Diamond and Amethyst 18K White Gold Ring
By Chanel
Located in Southampton, PA
prestigious 18K white gold that features glamorous, fashionable appearance. The ring is decorated with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French More Rings

Materials

Amethyst, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Amethyst and Diamond, 18k white gold ring by Chanel
By Chanel
Located in KERKRADE, NL
Very rare ring, made of 18k white gold and a deep purple Amethyst, by Chanel. Total Diamond weight
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Late 20th Century European Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, White Gold

Chanel Comete Star Amethyst Diamond Gold Ring
By Chanel
Located in Southampton, PA
appeal, splendid 18K white gold is polished to perfection and embellished with glittering diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, White Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Chanel Pink Sapphire Diamond White Gold Ring
By Chanel
Located in Feasterville, PA
A chic Chanel ring featuring multicolored sapphires and round brilliant cut diamonds in 18k white
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Early 2000s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Chanel White Gold Diamond and Triple Gemstone Flower Cocktail Ring
By Chanel
Located in Southampton, PA
exudes a magical allure produced by its gracefully designed 18K white gold body, resplendent diamonds
Category

Late 20th Century French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, White Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, White Gold

Chanel White Gold Diamond and Triple Gemstone Flower Cocktail Ring
By Chanel
Located in Southampton, PA
exudes a magical allure produced by its gracefully designed 18K white gold body, resplendent diamonds
Category

Late 20th Century French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Peridot, White Diamond, Amethyst, White Gold, 18k Gold

Chanel Amethyst Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
elegant 18K white gold decorated with gorgeous diamonds and boasting a splendid amethyst stone, which
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21st Century and Contemporary French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Chanel Multi Gemstone Diamond Gold Ring
By Chanel
Located in Southampton, PA
ring is made of 18K white gold and boasts a floral motif comprised of amethyst, iolite and peridot
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Late 20th Century French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Peridot, White Diamond, Amethyst, Iolite, White Gold, 18k Gold

Chanel Multi Gem Flower Ring
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Colorful and Vibrant Chanel ring composed of peridot, amethyst, and aqua "petals" with small round
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20th Century French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Peridot, 18k Gold

Mauboussin Gueule D’Amour 18 Karat Gold 10 Carat Amethyst Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Mauboussin
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
2010. It is crafted in 18K white gold. The piece features a beautiful colour amethyst (Rose de France
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Modern 18 Karat Gold Green Amethyst Prasiolite Diamond Pendant Chain Necklace
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
rings to rose-cut diamond brooches, also costume jewellery: Chanel, Christian Dior, Christian Lacroix
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Modern 14 Karat Gold 40.00 Carat Pear Cut Amethyst 0.31 Carat Diamond Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
rings to rose-cut diamond brooches, also costume jewellery: Chanel, Christian Dior, Christian Lacroix
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

ASPREY Amethyst and Diamond Ring
By Asprey International Limited
Located in New York, NY
are chanel set.Set in 18K white gold.Size 7, and may be sized. A chic and clean look!
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English Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst

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CARTIER Serpenti Emerald Yellow Gold Vintage Snake Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous Cartier ring from the iconic Serpenti collection is crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with a pair of green round emerald eyes weighing an estimated 0.02 carats. Made i...
Category

Vintage 1970s Band Rings

Materials

Emerald, Yellow Gold

Christian Dior by John Galliano Fuchsia Evening Coat with Fur Trim, FW 2007
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
A museum-grade Christian Dior evening coat, crafted from a cotton and silk blend in a rich fuchsia hue. The coat features dramatic, oversized raccoon fur trim on the sleeves and hem,...
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Early 2000s French Coats and Outerwear

ALEXANDER McQUEEN F/W 2005 Gray Brown Mink Fur Removable Hood Belted Jacket Coat
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN F/W 2005 Gray Brown Mink Fur Removable Hood Belted Jacket Coat Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: F/W 2005 “The Man Who Knew Too Much” Designer:...
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Early 2000s Italian Blazers

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By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Rome, IT
Roberto Cavalli asymmetric grey leather shearling jacket from the Fall/Winter 2001 collection. Leather strings closure, maxi fox fur collar. Size label removed, fits S - shoulder t...
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Early 2000s Italian Coats and Outerwear

MUGLER Crystal Teardrop Corset Top Rhinestone Corsage
By Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Spectacular Mugler Teardrop Corset Top. The beautiful piece showcases Thierry Mugler's signature blend of bold structure and feminine elegance. Crafted in a delicate powder blue, the...
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1990s Italian Corsages

Rare Chanel Cruise 2018 Metier D’Art Gold Medallion Chain Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Beautiful runway piece from cruise 2018 collection. Overall still in immaculate condition. Barely worn. Series 24. Comes with its holo intact, card, dust bag, product card and box.
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2010s Evening Bags and Minaudières

From Chanel High Jewellery Collection - Chanel Boucle Diamant Bow Ring
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Rare Item - From Chanel High Jewellery Collection - Chanel Boucle Diamant Bow Ring  Brilliant cut diamond encrusted bow ribbon with an articulated pear-cut diamond swinging from the...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

CHANEL Cashmere Signature Dress Gilet Suit Set Ensemble 36
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Switzerland, CH
Black and cream colored Chanel Cashmere Dress Set Consisting of two pieces, dress and gilet Bodyhugging dress Simply slips on Matching gilet vest Closes in front with hidden push bu...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Dress and Coat Ensembles

Cartier Panthere Yellow Gold Enamel Bangle Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
The Cartier Panthère Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet is an exquisite piece of jewelry that is not merely an accessory, but a statement. Crafted meticulously by the master artisans of Car...
Category

1990s Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Gold, Enamel

Thierry Mugler FW1988/89 Rare Black Cropped Jacket Shark Fin
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Fabulous extremely rare Collector's Piece Thierry Mugler black cropped jacket, FW 1988/89 Collection. Dramatic black jacket - a stunning Thierry Mugler creation. Extraordinairy sl...
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1980s French Jackets

Chanel Camelias Aquatiques Tourmalines Pink-Violet Sapphires Gold Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Geneva, CH
Chanel "Camélias Aquatiques" Tourmalines and Pink-Violet Sapphires on 18K White Gold Earrings. 2 Pink Tourmalines 14,50 carats Pink and Violet Sapphires 1,50 carats. Retail price: ...
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Early 2000s European Aesthetic Movement Drop Earrings

Materials

Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold

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By Chanel
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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Bags and Minaudières

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By Chanel
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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

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By Chanel
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Category

Early 2000s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

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21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Pink Diamond

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Chanel Amethyst Diamond And White Gold Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate chanel amethyst diamond and white gold ring for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and white gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 14 vintage editions and 32 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a chanel amethyst diamond and white gold ring from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. A chanel amethyst diamond and white gold ring from Mattioli, Pradera Irama and Chanel — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Take a look at a chanel amethyst diamond and white gold ring featuring diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. See these pages for a brilliant cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also crisscut cut and cabochon cut versions available here, too. Finding a chanel amethyst diamond and white gold ring for sale for women should be easy, but there are 11 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Chanel Amethyst Diamond And White Gold Ring?

Prices for a chanel amethyst diamond and white gold ring can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $968 and can go as high as $23,495, while this accessory, on average, fetches $10,000.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

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.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

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 ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Finding the Right Rings for You

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 ringsvintage 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.