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Crossover Multi Band Diamond

TJD 1.0 Carat Round Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Multi Row Crossover Wedding Band
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Bold and classic, these diamond multi row wedding band are a jewelry box must-have. Crafted in cool
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2010s Indian Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Multi Row Split Shank Diamond Band Ring with Cable Crossover Detail in 18K Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 6.5 This shimmering multi-row split shank pave diamond band ring is the epitome of
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold

Le Vian Pavé Diamond Crossover Multi-Row Band Ring in 14 Karat Rose Gold
By Le Vian
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
sparkling crossover diamond rows sweep gracefully across the top, creating a stunning contrast against the
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Multi-Row Wide Diamond Crossover Band Ring 1.61 Carats 18 Karat White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
14 Karat white gold crossover ring featuring three rows of diamonds containing 183 round brilliants
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2010s Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Multi Band Diamond Crossover Ring Marquise 2.15 Carats 18K Gold
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP 5 Marquise Diamonds = 1.02 Carats 220 Round Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Multi Band Diamond Crossover Ring Marquise 2.15 Carats 18K Gold
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP 5 Marquise Diamonds = 1.02 Carats 220 Round Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Multi Band Diamond Crossover Ring Marquise 2.15 Carats 18K Gold
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP 5 Marquise Diamonds = 1.02 Carats 220 Round Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Multi Band Diamond Crossover Ring Marquise 2.15 Carats 18K Gold
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP 5 Marquise Diamonds = 1.02 Carats 220 Round Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Multi Band Diamond Crossover Ring Marquise 2.15 Carats 18K Gold
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP 5 Marquise Diamonds = 1.02 Carats 220 Round Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Multi Band Diamond Crossover Ring Marquise 2.15 Carats 18K Gold
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP 5 Marquise Diamonds = 1.02 Carats 220 Round Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Multi Band Diamond Crossover Ring Marquise 2.15 Carats 18K Gold
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP 5 Marquise Diamonds = 1.02 Carats 220 Round Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Multi Band Diamond Crossover Ring Marquise 2.15 Carats 18K Gold
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP 5 Marquise Diamonds = 1.02 Carats 220 Round Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Multi Band Diamond Crossover Ring Marquise 2.15 Carats 18K Gold
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP 5 Marquise Diamonds = 1.02 Carats 220 Round Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Multi Band Diamond Crossover Ring Marquise 2.15 Carats 18K Gold
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP 5 Marquise Diamonds = 1.02 Carats 220 Round Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Multi Band Diamond Crossover Ring Marquise 2.15 Carats 18K Gold
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP 5 Marquise Diamonds = 1.02 Carats 220 Round Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Multi Band Diamond Crossover Ring Marquise 2.15 Carats 18K Gold
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP 5 Marquise Diamonds = 1.02 Carats 220 Round Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Multi Band Diamond Crossover Ring Marquise 2.15 Carats 18K Gold
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP 5 Marquise Diamonds = 1.02 Carats 220 Round Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Multi Band Diamond Crossover Ring Marquise 2.15 Carats 18K Gold
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP 5 Marquise Diamonds = 1.02 Carats 220 Round Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Multi Band Diamond Crossover Ring Marquise 2.15 Carats 18K Gold
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP 5 Marquise Diamonds = 1.02 Carats 220 Round Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Multi Colored Sapphire Diamond Crossover Cocktail Band Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Multi Colored Sapphire Diamond Crossover Cocktail Band Ring in 18k gold symbolizes the everlasting
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Tri Color Gold .60ct Multi Color Sapphire & Diamond Crossover Wide Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (73) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - G/H Color - VS2-SI2
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

TJD 1 Carat Round Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Multi Row Crossover Wedding Band
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Bold and classic, these diamond multi row wedding band are a jewelry box must-have. Crafted in cool
Category

2010s Indian Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

White Gold 4.50 Carat Diamond Multi-Row Ring
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18K white gold multi-band ring Crossover multi-band ring with round diamonds throughout, features
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21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Criss Cross Diamond Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
18K Rose gold multi-band ring Crossover multi-band ring with round diamonds throughout Can be
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Criss Cross Diamond Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
18K White gold multi-band ring Crossover multi-band ring with round diamonds throughout Can be
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

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David Yurman Sterling Silver & Natural Diamond Crossover Multi-Row Band Ring
By David Yurman
Located in Baltimore, MD
David Yurman Sterling Silver & Natural Diamond Crossover Multi-row Band Ring Metal: Sterling
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver

Effy 14 Karat Yellow Gold Multi Colored Sapphire and Diamond Crossover Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Effy Material: 14K yellow gold Diamond: 58 round brilliant cut = .24cttw Color: G Clarity
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

LB Exclusive 18 Karat Rose Gold 1.52 Carat Diamond Multi-Row Crossover Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
The 18K Rose Gold 1.52ct Diamond Multi-Row Crossover Ring looks pleasingly graceful with its
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

LB Exclusive 18 Karat White Gold 1.90 Carat Diamond Multi-Row Crossover Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
The LB Exclusive 18K White Gold 1.90 carat Diamond Multi-Row Crossover Ring features overlapping
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Wide Multi band Crossover Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Wide Multi band Crossover Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18k Yellow Gold Wide Diamond and Gold Ring
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Yurman Sterling Silver Natural Diamond Multi-Row Crossover Band Ring
By David Yurman
Located in Baltimore, MD
David Yurman Sterling Silver Natural Diamond Multi-Row Crossover Band Ring Metal: Sterling silver
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver

Multi Row Round and Baguette Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Crossover Band Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 6 Stunningly sparkly multi-row crossover diamond band ring. This remarkable ring
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat White Gold Multi-Band Criss Cross Ring
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18K white gold multi-band ring Crossover multi-band ring with round diamonds throughout, features
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21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

White Gold Multi Row Diamond Ring, Features 4.02 Carat of Diamonds
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18K white gold multi-band ring Crossover multi-band ring with round diamonds throughout, features
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21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

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Tiffany & Co. HardWear Large Double Link Rose Gold Pavé Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Tiffany & Co. HardWear Collection exudes a captivating allure with this incredible gold and diamond necklace. Crafted in lustrous 18 karat rose gold, this necklace features a dis...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Love Knot Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 Karat yellow gold love knot ring. Dimensions: 0.88 in. H x 0.81 in. W x 0.37 in. D - 22.43 mm. H x 20.64 mm. W x 9.46 mm. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Band Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Vintage Round Cut Three Stone Diamond Gold Dome Ring
By Cartier
Located in Greenwich, CT
Buzzworthy. This Cartier vintage round cut three stone diamond 18 karat yellow polished gold dome ring is praiseworthy. Circa 1990. European Size 50 (equivalent to US Size 5 1/4-5 1/...
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1990s French Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Hermes Mini Kelly Etoupe epsom with gold hardware
By Hermès
Located in London, England
Hermes Mini Kelly 20 etoupe colour, epsom leather with gold hardware. Preloved in very good condition. With dustbag and box. 2023 Few marks from wear on the leather inside, corners ...
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2010s Clutches

GIA Certified 3ct Round-Cut Diamond Solitaire Signet Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Commanding in presence and refined in detail, The Imperial Light solitaire signet ring is a masterclass in contemporary opulence. At its heart gleams a breathtaking 3-carat natural r...
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2010s Indian Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond 8mm Band Ring 6.5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond 8mm Band Ring 6.5 Metal: 18K Gold Size: 6.5 Weight: 10.80 grams Band Width: 8mm Diamond: 10 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .44 H...
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2010s American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond Heart Charm Bracelet 7"
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond Heart Charm Bracelet 7" Metal: 18K yellow gold Weight: 23.90 grams Length: 7" Diamond: 5 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .15ct app...
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2010s Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co., 7.02 Carats Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
This beautiful engagement ring crafted by Tiffany & Co. boasts a center round brilliant cut diamond weighing 7.02 carats with I color, VS2 clarity and Triple Excellent cut, polish an...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1920s Art Deco Engagement Ring Old Euro Diamond (Approx. 2.20-Carats) Platinum
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Art Deco three-stone ring is a true testament to early 20th-century craftsmanship. At its heart lies a breathtaking antique cushion-cut diamond, weighing 2.22 carats, ...
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Hermes Limited Edition Mini Kelly 20 Sellier Beton Matte Alligator Bag Gold Hard
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a Limited Edition Hermes Kelly 20 Sellier bag featured in Beton Matte Alligator. This mini Kelly bag is light gray with bone undertone (beton + concrete), and the n...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

Van Cleef & Arpels Cushion Sapphire and Diamond Halo Ring in Platinum
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Captivating elegance meets timeless beauty in this Van Cleef & Arpels sapphire and diamond halo ring, a dazzling embrace of color and brilliance, capturing hearts one exquisite detai...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. 9 Carat Diamond Platinum Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
This authentic Tiffany diamond bracelet is substantial and absolutely fantastic quality! A diamond tennis bracelet is a time tested look that will always be in style! Diamonds appro...
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2010s American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Bezel GIA 3.01ctw Antique PEAR Diamond Engagement 18K Gold Signet Solitaire Ring
Located in New York, NY
A very ELEGANT and CLASSY ESTATE old-cut vintage PEAR** Diamond ring in an inspired chunky bezel signet style Gold ring, The stunning antique diamond is flush set in buttery rich 18k...
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Early 2000s American Modern Solitaire Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Art Deco Diamond Ring, 4.33 Carats
By Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
Spectacular color, clarity and rarity distinguish the 4.33-carat diamond in this Art Deco-period ring by famed jeweler Cartier. Unique for its hexagonal shape, the diamond is certifi...
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20th Century English Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Bulgari GIA Certified 4.10 Carat Radiant Cut I SI1 Diamond Three-Stone Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Celebrate unparalleled luxury with this signed Bulgari GIA Certified 4.10 Carat Radiant Cut Diamond Three-Stone Ring. The centerpiece of this iconic design is a dazzling 4.10 carat r...
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20th Century Italian Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Exceptional GIA Certified 6.11 Carat Marquise Diamond Ring with tapered baguette
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This exceptional ring features a stunning centerpiece—a GIA certified 6.11 carat marquise-cut diamond of unparalleled beauty and brilliance. Set in enduring platinum, the diamond is ...
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

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Crossover Multi Band Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact crossover multi band diamond you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and white gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 1 vintage or 10 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect crossover multi band diamond among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. A crossover multi band diamond from Diana M. Jewels, LB Exclusive and Suzy Levian — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes baguette cut and square cut alternatives.

How Much is a Crossover Multi Band Diamond?

Prices for a crossover multi band diamond can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1,380 and can go as high as $8,517, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,519.

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.