18 Karat Rose Gold Diamond Stretchable Band Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
This beautiful stretchable diamond band ring is designed for comfort and perfectly fits one’s finger. It even fits those with larger knuckles! The ring is crafted in 18k rose gold an...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Platinum Fine 1.05 Carat Ruby 0.75 Cttw Diamond Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
Crafted in noble platinum, this ring showcases a 1.05 carat ruby of exceptional color and clarity, surrounded by three quarters of a carat ( 0.75 Cttw) of fine quality diamonds pave...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
18 Karat Yellow Gold 0.42 Cttw Diamond Flower Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
Follow CAMPANELLI & PEAR storefront to stay updated on the latest collections and shop our exclusive pieces. 18KYG Diamonds = 0.42 Cttw Size 7 15.49 - 2.14mm
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Baguette and Pear-Shaped Diamond Ring
Located in São Paulo, BR
Features: 0.29 carats of emerald-cut diamonds 0.35 carats of pear-shaped diamonds 18K white gold
Diamond, 18k Gold
18 Karat Gold and Fancy Brown Diamond Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
Lavish brown diamonds accent the top of this band that can be worn alone or also looks fantastic stacked! Instead of treating her with chocolates, give her this sweet gift that will ...
Brown Diamond, 18k Gold
Hand Fabricated Platinum Persian Blue GIA Sapphire and Diamond Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
This sapphire has a unique Persian blue / denim blue color, reminiscent of the famed Hope Diamond. Accented with Collection quality diamonds = 0.68 cttw (VVS-VS, E-F).
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Rubelite Diamond Cluster Cocktail Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
Glamorous 18k white gold cocktail ring showcases a large oval rubelite center accented with two pear shaped rubelites and a halo of round diamonds and rubelites . surrounded by diam...
Diamond, Rubelite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Italian Enamel Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Adjustable Band Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
This contemporary enamel ring is hand-crafted in Italy for Campanelli & Pear.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Pear Shape Ruby & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Pear Shape Ruby & Diamond Cocktail Ring 1 pear shape ruby approximately .85 cts & baguette cut diamonds approximately 1.12 cts set in 18k yellow gold Ring Size: 7 Resizable fr...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Platinum East, West Style Baguette Diamond Eternity Band Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
Expertly crafted in noble platinum this timeless baguette cut diamond eternity band is a perfect addition to an existing engagement ring, for wearing alone and also looks fantastic s...
Diamond, Platinum
Italian Enamel Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Adjustable Band Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
This contemporary enamel ring is hand-crafted in Italy for Campanelli & Pear.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Platinum 3-Stone Pear Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Details Metal: Platinum Center Stone: Diamond Shape: Pear Cut Carat Weight: 4.23 Carats Certification: GIA Report Color: J Clarity: VS1 Side Stones: Diamond Shape: Tapered Bagu...
Diamond, Platinum
1.69 Carat Pear Shape Diamond Ring
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Anyone will say "YES" to this gorgeous ring!! Sparkle galore!! Also a great upgrade! Beautiful pear shape diamond approximately 9.2mm x 6.87mm x 4.16mm. 1.69 total diamond weight.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Pear Shape Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k Rose Gold 1.21ct Pear Shape Diamond Halo Engagement Ring This stunning Pear Diamond Halo Ring is in excellent condition and is ready to ship!
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Cushion Shape Diamond Pave' Flexible Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
Regal in rich 18 karat yellow gold, this fun ring boasts 16 round diamonds = 0.18 Cttw pave' set in cushion shaped center!
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat White Gold Cushion Shape Diamond Pave' Flexible Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
Regal in rich 18 karat white gold, this fun ring boasts 16 round diamonds = 0.18 Cttw pave' set in cushion shaped center!
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Italian Enamel Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Adjustable Band Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
This contemporary enamel ring is hand-crafted in Italy for Campanelli & Pear.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Platinum Bezel Set Diamond Eternity Band Ring size 7
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
This eye-catching diamond eternity band made of noble platinum features 23 round brilliant cut diamonds set into individual bezels edged with milgrain = 0.54 Cttw. Perfect for a wedd...
Diamond, Platinum
Smoky Quartz Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
This stunning cocktail ring features a single smoky quartz center gemstone in a breath-taking 18k white gold setting accented with diamonds. Weigh 9.9 grams. Ring size 6.25. Smoky Q...
Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold
1.93ct Pear Shaped Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This bezel set pear-shaped diamond ring is truly mesmerizing! The design features clean, elegant lines and a magnificent sparkle.
Diamond, Platinum
1.56ct Pear Shape Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Behold our exquisite 1.56ct pear-shaped diamond ring, a true symbol of refined elegance set in luxurious platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
18 Karat Yellow Gold and Cognac Diamond Leaf Designed Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
You can almost feel the warm, crisp air & subtle rustle of a perfect fall day when looking at this stunning, ethereal leaf motif ring. Fine details like the satin fabric texture of t...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.59ct Pear Shaped Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This luxurious platinum engagement ring features a captivating pear-shaped diamond as its centerpiece.
Diamond, Platinum
1.59ct Pear Shaped Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite platinum engagement ring features a central pear-shaped diamond, surrounded by a double halo of micropavé round brilliant cut diamonds.
Diamond, Platinum
18 Karat Yellow Gold 0.17 Cttw. Diamond Pave' Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
Reminiscent of spun silk & feeling just as luxurious on your finger, this royal 18 karat yellow gold ring is perfectly accented with 0.17 Cttw of fine, white diamonds pave set in c...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.41ct Pear Shaped Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic pear-shaped diamond solitaire engagement ring is stunning!
Diamond, Platinum
Italian Enamel Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Adjustable Band Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
This contemporary enamel ring is hand-crafted in Italy for Campanelli & Pear.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Peridot & Diamond Large Dome 18 Karat White Gold Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
Bold and beautiful large dome cocktail ring features peridots of various sizes against a black rhodium background for striking contrast and flush set diamonds, creating a stunning lo...
Peridot, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.22 Carat Round & Pear Three-Stone 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 stunning three-stone diamond ring showcases an exquisite round center stone weighing 2.22 , graded I and ...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.3 Carat Round & Pear Three-Stone 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 stunning three-stone diamond ring showcases an exquisite round center stone weighing 1.30ct, graded E and...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Fancy Pear Shape Yellow Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
We proudly present our magnificent Yellow Pear-Shaped Diamond Ring, a genuine work of art that exudes enduring beauty and luxury.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Beautiful 0.9ct Pear Brilliant Diamond Ring
Located in רמת גן, IL
This stunning ring features a dazzling 0.9 carat pear brilliant natural diamond as the center stone.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Natural Diamond Emerald Ring 14K Gold Pear cut Pear cut
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Diamond Emerald Ring 14K Gold Pear cut Pear cut This beautiful estate ring is finely crafted in solid 14K Yellow gold and set with genuine Earth mined Emerald and natural di...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat White Gold 1.00 Carat Total Weight Diamond Serpent Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
Follow CAMPANELLI & PEAR storefront to stay updated on the latest collections and shop our exclusive pieces. 18KWG Diamonds = 1.00 Cttw 2 Emeralds = 0.02 Cttw Size 6 28mm wide - 3.6...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,650 / item
Pear Rubies & Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Yessayan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pear Rubies & Diamond Yellow Gold Ring 1.04 Cts of Natural Ruby and 0.99 Cts of Diamonds, G-H Color, VS-SI Clarity 5.6 Grams of 18K Yellow Gold No two products are exactly same, th...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Pear Shaped Diamond Double Halo Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 14k Rose Gold Center Stone Details: Approx. 1.06ct Pear Shape Diamond. Diamond is H/I in color and SI in clarity Diamond Details: Approx. 1.11ctw of round cut diamonds. Dia...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Cuban Link 1.40 Cttw Diamond Band Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
Complimentary signature wrapping & presentation box included. Follow CAMPANELLI & PEAR storefront to stay updated on the latest collections and shop our exclusive pieces. 18KWG Diam...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cabochon Natural Ruby Diamond Dome 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
This pretty 18k yellow gold dome ring centers around a bezel-set oval-shaped cabochon ruby weighing over five carats, surrounded by almost two carats of pavé-set round diamonds. Ring...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 1.00CT Pear Shape Diamond, Natural Fancy Light Brownish Pink
By The Diamond Source
Located in San Diego, CA
This classic style ring features a 1Ct Natural Pink Diamond surrounded by a halo of natural pink diamonds. Although the GIA reports indicates that there is a secondary color of brow...
Diamond, Pink Diamond, Platinum
$15,525
Diamond Cluster Ring
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A stunning ring! 4.01 carats of white pear and marquise shaped diamonds set in 18k white gold.
Diamond
Pear Shaped Brown Diamond Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Experience the beauty of earthy tones with this exquisite Pear Shaped Brown Diamond Halo Ring. Featuring a stunning 1.28 carat pear-shaped brown diamond as the centerpiece, this ring...
White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow...
Bold-Yellow Gold 11.62 Ct Asher Cut Amethyst 0.36 Cttw Diamond Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
This North, South, East, West style ring is accented with 36 diamonds framing the impressive amethyst.
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.51 Ct. Natural Pear Diamond Pear Solitaire Ring, 18K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Specifications Item Code: SER-210603 Category: Fine Jewelry Jewelry Type: Ring Style: Pear Solitaire Metal: 18K White Gold Gold Weight: 2.36 Grams Gross Weight: 2.66 Grams Natural D...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pear-Shaped Carnelian & Diamond Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Pear-Shaped Carnelian & Diamond Halo Ring A bold pear-shaped carnelian takes center stage in this sculptural yellow gold ring.
Carnelian, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat White Gold Aquamarine Blue Sapphire Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
This stunning cocktail ring is beautiful combination of shades of blue! The ring centers around an oval aquamarine accented blue sapphires and diamonds. Weigh 9.9 grams. Ring size 6....
Aquamarine, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
10.67 Carat Pear Shaped Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
The ring features 2 accenting Shield cut Diamonds. Size 7, has a guard, resizable
Diamond, Platinum
Pear Pink Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Ring – 2.20ct
Located in London, GB
An elegant platinum ring featuring a stunning pear-shaped pink sapphire weighing approximately 2.20ct.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
$4,160Sale Price|20% Off
Pearl and Diamond Ring, 0.99 Carat
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K White gold ring featuring one center pearl, 14.2mm, flanked with 6 pear shape diamonds, 0.59 carats, and 14 round diamonds weighing 0.40 carats.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
18 Karat White Gold Iolite Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
The name Iolite comes from the Greek word ios, meaning “violet.” It is often cited as the twenty-first wedding anniversary gemstone. Crafted in 18 karat white gold with a swirl desi...
Diamond, Iolite, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
6.02 Carat Pear Shaped Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with a GIA certified Pear-Shaped Diamond at the center weighing 6.02 carats, H color, VS1 clarity, GIA #2125799522.
Diamond, Platinum
18 Karat White Gold 3/4 Cttw Diamond Nail Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
This super fun wrap around ring will delight you while wearing it! It has fine graduated diamonds that grace the top of your finger while the ring wraps around & comes up the other s...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Surgarloaf Pave Diamond Ring by Goshwara
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
Striking in 18k yellow gold and iconic surgarloaf shape, this ring is accented with a halo of pave set diamonds and a diamond studded band. Ring size 6.75. Top of ring measures 11 mm...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold 1.11 Cttw Diamond Serpent Ring with Emerald Eyes
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
Follow CAMPANELLI & PEAR storefront to stay updated on the latest collections and shop our exclusive pieces. 18KYG Diamonds = 1.11 Cttw VS, G-H Size 6.75 19.60wide -2.30mm
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,464Sale Price|20% Off
Pear Halo Emerald & Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in Bloomington, MN
Pear Halo Emerald & Diamond Ring in Platinum Crafted in 900 platinum, this ring features a pear-shaped green emerald set in a prong setting and framed by a halo of round and mar...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$8,900Sale Price|31% Off
2.18 Carat Pear Shape Diamond Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
*ALL OUR PRICES INCLUDE PREPAID TARRIFS & CUSTOMS DUTIES FOR USA CLIENTS.* Statement pear shape diamond ring, with half moon side stones.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold & 0.29 Cttw Diamond Open Design Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
Reminiscent of spun silk & feeling just as luxurious on your finger, this royal 18 karat yellow gold ring is perfectly accented with 0.29 Cttw of fine, white diamonds pave set on e...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.10ct Pear Shaped Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This elegant pear shaped diamond engagement ring is feminine and dainty.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Pear Shaped Diamonds Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous platinum ring is set with two sparkling GIA certified pear shape diamonds that weigh 0.65ct graded E VS1 and 0.78ct graded G VS2.
Diamond, Platinum
2.53ct Pear Shape Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite 18k yellow gold engagement ring features a pear-shaped diamond set within a signature hidden halo.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.89ct Pear Shaped Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This mesmerizing diamond ring is truly one-of-a-kind! The exquisite custom-made design features a stunning 1.41ct pear-shaped diamond.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique 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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