$20,259Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 2.01 Carat Pear Halo Multi-Stone Curved Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this stunning diamond ring features a captivating pear diamond center stone weighing 2.01 , exhibiting an exqu...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.00 Carat Pear Prong Set Solitaire Platinum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Discover the allure of this platinum diamond ring, featuring a stunning pear centerpiece weighing 1.00.
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 0.9 Carat Vintage Pear Milgrain Band Platinum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this stunning diamond ring features a captivating pear G VS1 0.9 center stone, exquisitely prong set to enhanc...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.51 Carat Pear & Baguette Three-Stone Platinum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Elevate your jewelry collection with this stunning diamond ring, featuring a breathtaking pear diamond at its heart, weighing 1.51 , cl...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 2ct Pear Halo Cathedral 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Elevate your jewelry collection with this stunning diamond ring, showcasing a captivating center stone of pear H SI2 weighing 2.01.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.2 Carat Pear East-West Three-Stone Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this stunning diamond ring showcases a remarkable centerpiece with a captivating pear diamond of 1.2 , graded ...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 1.05ct Pear Solitaire with Half Eternity 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** This sophisticated diamond ring features a striking centerpiece of a pear diamond, weighing 1.05 and boasting a rich J and SI1.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 1.70ct Pear Solitaire Double Prong Cathedral 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this captivating diamond ring features a stunning pear diamond meticulously set in a sleek white gold band.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.20 Carat Pear Halo Cluster 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking pear center stone weighing 1.20 , exhibiting enchanting br...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 3Carat Pear Halo Cathedral 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with this stunning diamond ring, showcasing a captivating pear-shaped center stone weighing 3.01 carats and graded VS2.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 1.70ct Pear Marquise & Round Milgrain Bezel Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking pear diamond at its center, weighing 1.70 , with a strikin...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
5 carat Fancy Yellow Pear Shape Diamond Ring
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A FABULOUS pear shape! GIA certified 5.12 carat Fancy Yellow, VS1 clarity pear shape center diamond. .85 carats of white colorless round brilliant cut diamonds set in a custom pl...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
$9,930Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.2 Carat Pear Halo Multi-Stone Curved Platinum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this stunning diamond ring features a captivating pear diamond center stone weighing 1.2 , exhibiting an exqui...
Diamond, Platinum
$14,480Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.7ct Pear Round & Baguette Channel Band 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Introducing a stunning diamond ring that showcases an enchanting centerpiece—a GIA-certified pear diamond weighing 1.7 with an exquisit...
Diamond, White Gold
$6,498Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.01ct Pear Round & Baguette Channel Band 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Introducing a stunning diamond ring that showcases an enchanting centerpiece—a GIA-certified pear diamond weighing 1.01 with an exquisi...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 1.01ct Pear Round & Baguette Channel Band 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Introducing a stunning diamond ring that showcases an enchanting centerpiece—a GIA-certified pear diamond weighing 1.01 with an exquisi...
Diamond, White Gold
$10,767Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.5ct Pear Three-Stone Tapered Baguette 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Pear Carat: 1.5 Color: G Clarity: SI2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: Yellow Gold D...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$7,270Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.2 Carat Pear Solitaire Cathedral 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a captivating pear diamond center stone weighing 1.2 , expertly cut to sh...
Diamond, White Gold
$6,014Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.22 Carat Pear Cluster Trellis Solitaire 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Experience the allure of this stunning diamond ring, which features a captivating pear 1.22 center stone, radiating beauty with its exq...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$13,915Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.7 Carat Pear Cluster Trellis Solitaire 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Experience the allure of this stunning diamond ring, which features a captivating pear 1.7 center stone, radiating beauty with its exqu...
Diamond, White Gold
$8,832Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.2ct Pear Solitaire Twisted Square Band 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Pear Carat: 1.2 Color: H Clarity: VS2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/VG Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: White Gold DI...
Diamond, White Gold
$13,564Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.7 Carat Pear Halo Ribbon Cathedral Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Radiating elegance, This exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking center stone of pear H SI2 1.7.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 3.01ct Pear Three-Stone Tapered Baguette 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Pear Carat: 3.01 Color: I Clarity: VS2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: White Gold D...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 2.01 Carat Pear Vintage Milgrain Channel 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Pear Carat: 2.01 Color: F Clarity: SI2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/VG Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: Yellow Gold ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 3.02ct Pear Three-Stone Tapered Baguette 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Pear Carat: 3.02 Color: I Clarity: VS2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/VG Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: White Gold D...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 3.01ct Pear Solitaire with Half Eternity 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated diamond ring features a striking centerpiece of a pear diamond, weighing 3.01 and boasting a rich I and VS2.
Diamond, White Gold
$21,266Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 2ct Pear Chevron Halo Floral Filigree 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, a stunning blend of vintage charm and modern elegance, this diamond ring features a captivating pear 2 center ...
Diamond, White Gold
$8,996Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.3 Carat Pear Halo Cathedral 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Elevate your jewelry collection with this stunning diamond ring, showcasing a captivating center stone of pear G SI2 weighing 1.3.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$7,472Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1 Carat Pear Halo Cathedral 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Elevate your jewelry collection with this stunning diamond ring, showcasing a captivating center stone of pear G SI2 weighing 1.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 1.7ct Pear Chevron Halo Floral Filigree 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, a stunning blend of vintage charm and modern elegance, this diamond ring features a captivating pear 1.7 cente...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$12,909Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.7 Carat Pear Halo Cathedral 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Elevate your jewelry collection with this stunning diamond ring, showcasing a captivating center stone of pear F I1 weighing 1.7.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$7,580Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.2ct Pear Solitaire with Half Eternity 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** This sophisticated diamond ring features a striking centerpiece of a pear diamond, weighing 1.2 and boasting a rich I and SI1.
Diamond, White Gold
$10,056Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.2ct Pear Solitaire with Half Eternity 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** This sophisticated diamond ring features a striking centerpiece of a pear diamond, weighing 1.2 and boasting a rich H and VS1.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$21,131Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 2ct Pear Solitaire Double Prong Cathedral 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this captivating diamond ring features a stunning pear diamond meticulously set in a sleek yellow gold band.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$14,064Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.7ct Pear Solitaire Double Prong Cathedral 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this captivating diamond ring features a stunning pear diamond meticulously set in a sleek white gold band.
Diamond, White Gold
$8,014Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.3 Carat Pear Twisted Infinity Vine Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Crafted to capture the essence of timeless elegance, this radiant diamond ring features a stunning pear diamond, weighing 1.3 , celebra...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$5,599Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1 Carat Pear Halo Cluster 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking pear center stone weighing 1 , exhibiting enchanting brill...
Diamond, White Gold
$6,512Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 0.96 Carat Pear Halo Cluster 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking pear center stone weighing 0.96 , exhibiting enchanting br...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$8,091Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.3ct Pear Side Stone Bezel Band Solitaire Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** This stunning pear diamond ring features a breathtaking J VS2 center stone weighing 1.3 , radiating exceptional brilliance and fire.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 2.01ct Pear Solitaire with Half Eternity 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated diamond ring features a striking centerpiece of a pear diamond, weighing 2.01 and boasting a rich I and SI2.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.91 Carat Pear Halo Cathedral 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Elevate your jewelry collection with this stunning diamond ring, showcasing a captivating center stone of pear J SI2 weighing 1.91.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.01 Carat Pear East-West Three-Stone Platinum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this stunning diamond ring showcases a remarkable centerpiece with a captivating pear diamond of 1.01 , graded...
Diamond, Platinum
Salt & Pepper Pear Diamond 1.14ct Ring
By MOV Diamond Jewelry
Located in Fatih, 34
Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt • Available Gold Colors: Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold • 0.10ct Natural Round Diamond • 1.04ct Salt and Pepper Diamond •...
Diamond, 14k Gold
GIA 1.20ct Pear Slim Band Prong Set Solitaire 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** A magnificent diamond ring featuring a stunning pear center stone, weighing an impressive 1.20 and boasting a flawless H and VS2.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.51 Carat Pear Solitaire Cathedral 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a captivating pear diamond center stone weighing 1.51 , expertly cut to showcase extraordinary brilliance and fire.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.70 Carat Pear Solitaire Cathedral 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a captivating pear diamond center stone weighing 1.70ct, expertly cut to ...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 3.88ct Pear Three-Stone Tapered Baguette 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Pear Carat: 3.88 Color: G Clarity: SI2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/VG Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: White Gold D...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 3.01ct Pear Solitaire with Half Eternity 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated diamond ring features a striking centerpiece of a pear diamond, weighing 3.01 and boasting a rich G and SI1.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 2.00ct Pear Round & Baguette Channel Band 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Introducing a stunning diamond ring that showcases an enchanting centerpiece—a GIA-certified pear diamond weighing 2.00 with an exquisi...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.30 Carat Pear Solitaire Cathedral 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a captivating pear diamond center stone weighing 1.30 , expertly cut to showcase extraordinary brilliance and fire.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 4.01ct Pear Solitaire with Half Eternity 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated diamond ring features a striking centerpiece of a pear diamond, weighing 4.01 and boasting a rich I and SI2.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 1.82ct Pear Solitaire Twisted Square Band 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Pear Carat: 1.82 Color: H Clarity: SI2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: Yellow Gold ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.01 Carat Pear Halo Cathedral 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Elevate your jewelry collection with this stunning diamond ring, showcasing a captivating center stone of pear H SI2 weighing 2.01.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 1.72ct Pear Side Stone Bezel Band Solitaire Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This stunning pear diamond ring features a breathtaking I SI1 center stone weighing 1.72 , radiating exceptional brilliance and fire.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 3.01ct Pear Solitaire with Half Eternity 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** This sophisticated diamond ring features a striking centerpiece of a pear diamond, weighing 3.01 and boasting a rich G and SI2.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 7.01ct Pear Solitaire with Half Eternity 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** This sophisticated diamond ring features a striking centerpiece of a pear diamond, weighing 7.01 and boasting a rich H and SI2.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.2ct Round & 1ct Pear Toi et Moi Diamond Ring -18K Gold
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
A striking two-stone engagement ring, anniversary ring, or signature right-hand diamond ring.
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 2ct total Round & Pear Toi et Moi Diamond Ring -18K Gold
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
A striking two-stone engagement ring, anniversary ring, or signature right-hand diamond ring.
Diamond, Platinum
1.25ct Yellow Cushion Diamond and Pear Diamond Ring
By MOV Diamond Jewelry
Located in Fatih, 34
Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt • Available Gold Colors: Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold • 0.20ct Natural Round Side Diamond • 0.35ct F SI Natural Pear Diam...
Diamond, 14k Gold
GIA Certified 1.2 Carat Pear Halo Pave Openwork 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This extraordinary diamond ring features a stunning center stone of pear cut, showcasing an impressive 1.2 weight, graded at D and SI2.
Diamond, 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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