14K White Gold Round Cut Diamond Bow Motif Stackable Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
embrace a touch of feminine charm with this delicate 14k white gold ring featuring a dainty bow motif. The centerpiece is intricately detailed and pave-set with shimmering round diam...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Round Cut Diamond Bow Motif Stackable Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
embrace a touch of feminine charm with this delicate 14k yellow gold ring featuring a dainty bow motif. The centerpiece is intricately detailed and pave-set with shimmering round dia...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Diamond Ring. Leaf Setting Diamond with accents. Diamond Bow Love Knot ring.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage from the 1960s Materials: Platinum Gemstone: Diamond Gem color: Colorless Band color: Silver Adjustable Style: Edwardian Beautiful Diamond Ring. Wonderful Leaf Flower design...
Cushion Cut Amethyst and Diamond Ring. 6ct Platinum Ring Ribbon Bow Filigree
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Amethyst Center Amethyst Weight: 6.00ct Center Amethyst Cut: Cushion Cut Secondary Stones: Diamonds Secondary Stone Weight: ~0.60ct Total Diamond Cut:...
Amethyst, Diamond, Platinum
18K Gold Rose-Cut Bow Knot Ring with Natural Diamonds
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A masterpiece of nature-inspired luxury, this striking 18K gold ring features a sculptural bow knot design with an exquisite 0.42ct rose-cut natural diamond as its focal point.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Natural Diamond Ruby Ring 18K White Gold Wide Band Bow
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Diamond Ruby Ring 18K White Gold Wide Band Bow This high-end estate ring is finely crafted in solid 18K White gold and set with the highest quality Earth-mined French-cut Ru...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
1920s Art Deco Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Bow Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat white gold. Thin ring of the year 1920 its setting represents a knot whose center is decorated with a rose-cut diamond retained with claws, and the wings on both sid...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Estate Dorado 18K Pave Round Carré Diamond Bow Cocktail Ring
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A beautifully balanced vintage ring by Dorado, executed in rich 18 karat yellow gold and defined by its symmetry and precision. The composition centers on a refined band of Carré-cu...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Cocktail Ring 18kt White Gold Natural 0.50CT Split Bow Band
Located in Grantham, GB
A striking 18ct white gold natural diamond statement ring, featuring an elegant split bow-inspired design encrusted with 86 sparkling round brilliant cut diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.90 Carat Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Bow-Motif Fashion Ring
Located in Santa Monica, CA
A beautiful modern design cocktail ring from the estate fine jewelry collection at Bracken Jewelers in Santa Monica, California. It is channel set with one fine rich red natural ruby...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Two-Tone Gold, Diamond, and Pearl Bow-Form Cocktail Ring
Located in Queens, NY
14K Rose and White Gold Diamond Pearl Bow Ring, featuring one cultured button pearl approx. 8.0 - 8.5 mm, further adorned with eighteen white gold pave set round brilliant cut diamon...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Sapphire & Diamond Ring - 14k Marquise 1.74ctw Bow Engagement
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 Sizing Fee: Up 1 size for $40 or Down 1/2 a size for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Sapphire Treatment: Heating Carat(s): 1....
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.09 ct Rosecut White Diamond Contemporary Bow-Motif Ring in 18K Gold
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
An exquisite fusion of modern brilliance and heritage diamond cutting. This statement bow-motif ring features five center rose-cut diamonds framed by contoured multi-tier rows of mic...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Akoya Pearl and Diamond Ribbon Bow Cocktail Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 4.8 Grams Stone: Akoya Pearl and Diamonds Diamond Count: 6 Round Brilliant Diamonds Diamond Color: G-H Diamond C...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bow Ring South Sea Pearl And Diamond Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The bow ring with South Sea pearl and diamond features a large untreated gem quality pearl of 17.5mm diameter.
Pearl, Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k yellow gold tank ring - authentic rose cut diamond - big estate bow ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this lovely bulky Rose Cut diamond ring. This Tank ring is made in 18 karat Yellow gold and finished with white rhodium touches to make the diamonds sparkle even more.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sculptural Tahitian Pearl Diamond & Pink Sapphire Bow Ring 18K Gold & Platinum
Located in Winter Springs, FL
An exceptionally well-made statement ring crafted in a sophisticated combination of 18 karat yellow gold and platinum, centered by a beautifully lustrous 12.5 mm Tahitian cultured pe...
Pink Sapphire, Pearl, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
White Diamonds 18 Karat White Yellow Gold Vintage Bow Ring
Located in Milano, IT
Elegant vintage ring crafted in 18 karat yellow and white gold with 3 white brilliant cut diamonds, circa 0.20 ctw. Size of the upper part of the ring is 23x16 mm / 0.905x0.629 inche...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Ladies 18K White Gold 5.00ctw Pave Diamond Bow Statement Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K White Gold Ring Size: 8 Width: 1.25 inches to 1.00 inches Thick: 3.30 mm Weight: 19.27 grams Ladies rhodium plated 18K white gold, diamond cluste...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bow Blue Sapphire Diamond 18K White Gold Exclusive Ring For Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
18K White Gold (Matching Earrings Available) Weight 7,15 GMS Blue Sapphire-24/0.25 Diamond-172/0.939 Cts Size 52 Introducing the "Graceful Bow Design" ring, a captivating ma...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold
1940s Ruby & Diamond Floral Bow Burst Cocktail Ring – 14K Rose Gold
Located in Santa Monica, CA
A genuine 1940s vintage ring in 14K rose gold cocktail ring featuring a 0.43ct old European cut center diamond and six small rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Kabana Lapis Lazuli Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bow Ring
By Kabana
Located in 台東区, JP
A sophisticated Kabana bow ring crafted in 18 karat yellow gold, showcasing the brand’s signature contemporary aesthetic and exceptional inlay craftsmanship.
18k Gold
18K White Gold Bow Ring - Princess Cut and Round Cut Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Keep it simple and elegant with this beautiful bow motif 18K White Gold Diamond Ring. This stunning ring boasts 12 princess cut diamonds, 0.54 carats total, surrounded by 36 round cu...
Diamond, White Gold
Estate 18K Pave Baguette Diamond Bow Cocktail Ring 3.40cttw Sz 5.75
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A beautifully made statement ring done in a stylized bow design. Crafted in 18K yellow gold, this piece has been set with approximately 3.40cttw in H-I color Vs2-Si1 clarity round an...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Tapered 14k Gold Diamond Band Bow Tie Dainty Minimalist Wedding Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Tapered 14k Gold Diamond Band Bow Tie Dainty Bridal Band Minimalist Wedding Ring Light weight can be worn everyday Additional information: Condition: New with tags: A brand-new, unu...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Mid-Century 2.05 CTW Marquise Diamond Platinum Vintage Bow Fashion Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a marquise cut diamond weighing approximately 1.20 carats - F color with VS2 clarity Flush set in a highly rendered platinum gallery with pierced floral motifs throughout B...
Diamond, Platinum
18 karat yellow gold tank ring - Ruby & Diamond - Retro bow ring - Vintage bombé
Located in Antwerp, BE
Two central lines of diamonds are set in a bow, giving the ring some extra volume.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
14k White Gold Multi-Color Diamond Bow Ribbon Ring 0.35CT Size 6
Located in Miami, FL
The 14k White Gold Multi-Gemstone Ring is a striking piece of artistry and design. This ring features approx. 0.35-carat round-cut diamonds (SI1 - SI2 clarity/Irradiated Multi-Color)...
Diamond, White Gold
14k White Gold Multi-Color Diamond Bow Ribbon Ring 0.35CT Size 6
Located in Miami, FL
The 14k White Gold Multi-Gemstone Ring is a striking piece of artistry and design. This ring features approx. 0.35-carat round-cut diamonds (SI1 - SI2 clarity/Irradiated Multi-Color)...
Diamond, White Gold
Brown and White Diamonds 18 Kt White Gold Bow Band Ring
Located in Cattolica, IT
Geometric style ring composed of two arcs in white and brown diamonds. The ring is made in 18 Kt white gold for a weighing in total gr 11.90. Size ring: 6 and a half ( 14 ) This ring...
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, White Gold
Bow Styled Ring with Pear Shape Natural White Diamonds in Platinum
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This beautiful ring in the shape of a bow is styled with Natural White Pear Shape diamonds, a unique design for a special occasion.
Diamond, Platinum
18K White Gold Bow Tie Ring with Natural Black and White Diamonds
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K White Gold Bow Tie Ring with Natural Black and White Diamonds Discover the allure of Nurati Jewelry's 18K white gold bow-tie ring, adorned with 1.25 carats of natural black and ...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, White Gold
$1,280Sale Price|20% Off
Bow diamond ring 14KT yellow gold Hand finish with hammer stunning!
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Bow ring, exquisite craftsmanship with hand details and beautiful diamonds in 14kt yellow gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Celestial Ruby Diamond Ribbon Bow Ring 18K Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Fairfield, CT
Van Cleef & Arpels Celestial Ruby Diamond Ribbon Bow Ring 18K Yellow Gold This vintage ring by Van Cleef & Arpels is made in 18K yellow gold and features a geometric bow-inspired de...
Ruby, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Bow-Tie Ring with Natural Black and White Diamonds
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K White Gold Bow-Tie Ring with Natural Black and White Diamonds Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite 18K white gold bow-tie ring, featuring a striking combination o...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Estate 18K Yellow Gold Baguette & Pavé Diamond Large Bow Cocktail Ring 4.70ctw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A bold and beautifully made cocktail ring crafted in 18K yellow gold, designed with a strong bow-like silhouette and substantial presence.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Coral Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Bow Design Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS A Van Cleef & Arpels Coral Bow and Diamond Ring made in 18 Karat Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage White Gold 0.85ctw Diamond Bow Style Textured Ribbon Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (1) Natural White Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - H Color - VS2 Clarity - 4.56mm (approx.) - 0.45ctw (approx.) (16) Natural White Diamond - Old Single Cut - ...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold
18k Yellow Gold Flower Bow Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K yellow gold Diamond: 36 round brilliant cut = 0.90cttw Color: H Clarity: SI2 Size: 8 sizing available Weight: 9.10 grams
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Ribbon Bow 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ribbon Bow Ring. A stunning ring with a unique design typical of Van Cleef & Arpels, set with a beautiful arrangement...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Solid Platinum 2ctw Oval Sapphire w/ Diamond Flared Sides Bow Style Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
We can custom size this ring - Please contact us priory to purchase for sizing inquiries) Ring Width: 8.1mm (0.31") (top of the ring - north to south)- 13.8mm (0.54")(east to west, a...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels White Coral & Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ribbon Bow Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels White Coral And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ribbon Bow Ring. A stunning ring with a unique design typical of Van Cleef & Arpels, set with a beaut...
Coral, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Edwardian 0.45 CTW Old European Diamond Platinum Bow Basket Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old European cut diamond weighing approximately 0.45 carat - G color with VS2 clarity Bead set in an octagonal form head with an ornately pierced openwork gallery Depic...
Diamond, Platinum
Rose Gold Diamond Ruby Retro Ring - 14k Round .55ctw Bow Scroll
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $60 or Down 1 size for $40 Era: Retro Date: 1940s - 1950s Metal Content: 14k Rose Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Cara...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
$4,200Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Baguette Cut Diamond Bow Design Big Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
No hidden fees. 💎 A vintage bow design ring in 18k gold, circa 1990s, set with natural diamonds totaling approximately 4 carats (E-F color, VV1-VS1 clarity).
Diamond, 18k Gold
Solid Platinum 1.57ctw Oval Sapphire w/ Baguette Diamond Sides Bow Style Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
We can custom size this ring - Please contact us priory to purchase for sizing inquiries) Ring Width: 7.3mm (0.29") (top of the ring - north to south)- 11.1mm (0.43")(east to west, a...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Cartier 1980's Diamond 18 Karat Yellow White Gold Vintage Bow Ring
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized bow motif centering a domed knot form pavé set with round brilliant cut diamonds Weighing approximately 0.35 carats total - G/H color with VS2 clarity Flanked ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire Detailed Textured Ribbon Bow Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (2) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Cut - Prong Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 0.06ctw (approx.) (2) Natural Genuine Sapphires - Round Cut - Prong Set - Deep Rich ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.55 Carat Emerald & Diamond in 18K Gold Bow Dome Design Band Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Unique 18K yellow gold dome ring featuring alternating diagonal bands of channel-set emeralds totaling 1.55 carats and pave-set diamonds totaling 0.34 carats in chevron bow pattern.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 karat yellow gold tank ring - rose cut diamond - Retro bow ring with stars
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this lovely bulky Rose Cut diamond ring. This Tank ring is made in 18 karat rose gold and set with ten rose cut diamonds. This type of ring is called a Tank ring thanks t...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Platinum 3.87ctw GIA Faint Yellow Emerald Cut Diamond East West Bow Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Emerald Cut - Gorgeous Diamond - Prong Set - Faint Yellow U to V Color - VS2 Clarity -3.0ct (exact - certified) ** See Certification Detai...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Platinum GIA 2.49ct Cushion Ruby Flared Baguette Diamond Ribbon Bow Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Stones: 1 Natural Genuine Ruby - Elongated Cushion Cut - Claw Prong Set - Red Color - Heated - 1.05ct exact See Certification Details Below for Complete Info 18 Natural Genuine Diam...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Meghna Jewels 1.65 carats Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Gold Bow Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold. It is hand set with 1.65 carats emerald & .68 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Celeste Ribbon Bow 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Ribbon 18k Yellow Gold Bow Celeste Ring.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl Bow Ring with Diamonds & Rubies — 1.91 ct
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
The pearl is set within a sculptural bow-inspired composition, where diamonds and rubies are carefully integrated into the design.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Bow Diamond Band - White Gold 18k Round Brilliant Ribbon Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $80 or Down 1 size for $60 Brand: Tiffany & Co. Design: Bow Metal Content: 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .08ctw ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 karat yellow gold tank ring - Ruby & old cut Diamond - Retro Vintage bow ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this lovely bulky old European Cut diamond ring. This Ruby Tank ring is made in 18 karat Yellow gold and marked with an 18k mark. This type of ring is called a Tank ring ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian Pink Flame Conch Pearl Platinum PT900 Bow Diamond Ring 6.25
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This exquisite vintage ring, believed to be from the Edwardian era (circa 1910-1930), showcases a unique bow motif crafted in Platinum PT900 and adorned with 38 single-cut diamonds, ...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
14 Karat Rose Gold Ruby and Diamond Bow Cocktail Ring, 1940s
Located in Wallkill, NY
Delicate as a spring flower, this ring features prong set rubies and tiny accent diamonds set in 14K Rose Gold. The ring is a size 6.5 and can be sized by us or your jeweler. Measuri...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Retro 18k Gold Diamond Florentine Finish Open Book Bow Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (3) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Burnish Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 0.10ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold w/ White Gold Baskets...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
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