Purple Spinel Ring with Earth-Mined Diamond Accents in Solid 14K Gold, 7x6mm
Located in Columbus, OH
A natural purple spinel glows in a rich grape-purple at the centre of this solid 14K white gold ring, accented by six earth-mined diamonds. Spinel is completely untreated and prized ...
Diamond, Spinel, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
8.3Ct Star Ruby Ring with Earth-Mined Diamond Accents: Solid 14K Gold, 12x10mm
Located in Columbus, OH
A remarkable 8.36-carat star ruby displays a six-rayed star across its domed cabochon, set in solid 14K yellow gold with seventeen earth-mined diamond accents. This large Madagascar ...
Star Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Pink Sapphire Ring with Earth-Mined Diamonds: Set in Solid 14K Gold, 7.5x5.5mm
Located in Columbus, OH
Exquisite 7.5x5.5mm Pink Sapphire Ring with sparkling Earth Mined Diamonds, set in Solid 14K Gold.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ceylon Blue Sapphire Ring with Earth-Mined Diamond Accents in Solid 14K Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
A Ceylon blue sapphire sits at the center of this dainty ring, encircled by earth-mined diamonds in solid 14K yellow gold.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.6Ct Sphene Ring with Earth-Mined Diamond Accents: Solid 14K Gold – Oval 10x8mm
Located in Columbus, OH
A natural sphene blazes with green-gold fire that surpasses a diamond's at the heart of this ring, framed by earth-mined diamonds in solid 14K yellow gold.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
12.5Ct Star Ruby Cabochon Ring with Earth-Mined Diamond Accents: Solid 14K Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
A remarkable 12.57-carat star ruby displays a striking six-rayed star across its domed cabochon, set in solid 14K yellow gold with ten earth-mined diamond accents. This large Madagas...
Diamond, Star Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.2Ct Red Spinel Ring with Earth-Mined Diamond Accents: Solid 14K Gold, 8x6mm
Located in Columbus, OH
A natural red spinel glows with vivid, fiery red at the centre of this solid 14K yellow gold ring, surrounded by thirty-four earth-mined diamonds.
Diamond, Spinel, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
7.8Ct Star Ruby Cabochon Ring with Earth-Mined Diamond Accents: Solid 14K Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
A 7.87-carat star ruby displays a soft six-rayed star across its domed cabochon, set in solid 14K yellow gold with fourteen earth-mined diamond accents. This Madagascar star ruby sho...
Diamond, Star Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Classic Earth Mined Diamond Wedding Band Ring in Solid 14K Gold: Fine Jewelry
Located in Columbus, OH
A timeless estate wedding band crafted in solid 14K gold with brilliant earth-mined diamonds for enduring elegance. Designed for everyday luxury, this fine jewelry piece blends class...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
3.2Ct London Blue Topaz Ring with Earth-Mined Diamond Accents: Solid 14K Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
A 3.25-carat London blue topaz pools with deep, inky blue at the centre of this solid 14K rose gold ring, accented by six earth-mined diamonds. London blue is the richest, darkest to...
Diamond, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
GIA Certified 1.5Ct Ruby Ring with Earth Mined Diamonds: Solid 14K Gold, 7x6mm
Located in Columbus, OH
1.5 ct Burma Ruby ring showcasing a vivid 7×6 mm centerpiece, accented with earth-mined diamonds for radiant contrast.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.6Ct Zambian Emerald Ring with Earth Mined Diamond Accents: Solid 14K Gold, 8mm
Located in Columbus, OH
A vivid 1.6 ct Zambian emerald (8mm) set in solid 14K gold, accented with earth-mined diamonds for radiant contrast. Lush green brilliance meets timeless elegance in a bold yet refi...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2.3Ct Red Zircon Ring with Earth Mined Diamonds Accents: Solid 14K Gold, 7mm
Located in Columbus, OH
A striking 2.3ct red zircon set in solid 14K gold, radiating rich, fiery brilliance. Accented with earth-mined diamonds and a 7mm design for bold, timeless elegance.
Diamond, Zircon, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.9Ct Black Opal Ring with Earth Mined Diamonds Accents: Solid 14K Gold, 11mm
Located in Columbus, OH
A striking 3.9Ct black opal set in solid 14K gold, accented with earth-mined diamonds that enhance its mesmerizing play of color.
Diamond, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
4.1Ct Black Opal Ring with Earth Mined Diamonds Accents: Solid 14K Gold, 19x9mm
Located in Columbus, OH
A captivating 4.1 carat black opal glows with rich, shifting colors, beautifully complemented by earth-mined diamond accents. Crafted in solid 14K gold with a sleek 19x9mm profile, t...
Diamond, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
London Blue Topaz Ring with Earth Mined Diamond Accents: Solid 14K Gold, 6x4mm
Located in Columbus, OH
Set in solid 14K gold, the center stone is beautifully enhanced by sparkling earth mined diamond accents that add brilliance and contrast.
Diamond, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
4Ct Star Sapphire Ring with Earth Mined Diamonds Accents: Solid 14K Gold, 10x8mm
Located in Columbus, OH
A mesmerizing 4-star sapphire displays a celestial glow, accented by earth-mined diamonds for refined brilliance. Set in solid 14K gold with a bold 10x8mm design, this ring is both s...
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Dainty Tsavorite Ring w Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 14K Gold Round 3mm
Located in Columbus, OH
This beautiful ring features a 0.12 carat round Tsavorite gemstone with natural earth mined diamonds set in solid 14k gold.
Diamond, Tsavorite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1ct Mozambique Ruby and Earth-Mined Diamond Floral Ring in Solid 14K Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
Say hello to your new favorite showstopper! This floral ring rocks a juicy 1-carat Mozambique ruby (7x5mm) front and center, surrounded by twinkling earth-mined diamonds—all wrapped ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
7.2Ct Peridot Ring with Earth Mined Diamond Halo: Solid 14K Gold, Oval 13x10mm
Located in Columbus, OH
A large natural peridot from Arizona pours fresh lime-green light through this oval ring, encircled by a brilliant halo of diamonds in solid 14K white gold. Untreated and beautifully...
Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
22cts Zambian Amethyst Ring with Earth Mined Diamond Accents in 14K Solid Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
This striking ring features a large 20x15mm oval amethyst, set in solid 14K white gold and accented with natural, earth-mined diamonds.
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.8Ct Bi-Color Tourmaline Ring with Earth-Mined Diamond Accents: Solid 14K Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
A bi-color tourmaline glows in shades of green and warm orange at the center of this emerald-cut ring, framed by a halo of brilliant natural diamonds. Crafted in solid 14K white gold...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Tsavorite Garnet Ring with Earth-Mined Diamond Accents in Solid 14K Gold, 5mm
Located in Columbus, OH
A natural tsavorite garnet from Tanzania brings electric green brilliance to this round ring, framed by sparkling diamonds in solid 14K yellow gold. Untreated and beautifully clear, ...
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Purple Spinel Ring with Earth-Mined Diamond Accents: Solid 14K Gold – Round 6mm
Located in Columbus, OH
A natural purple spinel from Madagascar takes center stage in this round ring, encircled by sparkling diamonds in solid 14K yellow gold. Untreated and richly saturated, the spinel of...
Diamond, Spinel, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pink Sapphire Ring with Earth-Mined Diamond Accents: Solid 14K Gold – Pear 7x5mm
Located in Columbus, OH
A natural pink sapphire glows softly within a halo of brilliant diamonds in this pear-shaped ring, crafted in solid 14K white gold. Untreated and delicately feminine, its rosy hue fe...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Purple Sapphire Ring with Earth-Mined Diamond Accents: Solid 14K Gold, Round 4mm
Located in Columbus, OH
A natural purple sapphire sits at the heart of this round ring, surrounded by a sparkling halo of diamonds in solid 14K white gold. Untreated and richly violet, it offers a rare, reg...
Diamond, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
3.15ct Sapphire Ring w Earth Mined Diamonds in 14K Solid Gold Oval 10x8mm
Located in Columbus, OH
A breathtaking oval blue sapphire takes center stage in this 14K yellow gold statement ring, surrounded by a halo of sparkling, earth-mined diamonds.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.03ct Earth-Mined Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire 18K Two-Tone Gold Ring
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Of timeless & visually striking Solitaire design this ring is bezel-set with a sparkling Round Brilliant Cut Diamond – of impressive size – 1.03ct of I colour, VS2 clarity & sun-...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Purple Spinel Ring with Earth-Mined Diamond Accents in Solid 14K Gold, Round 5mm
Located in Columbus, OH
A natural purple spinel glows in a rich grape-purple at the center of this pared-back, minimal solid 14K white gold ring, flanked by two small earth-mined diamonds.
Diamond, Spinel, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Blue Spinel Ring with Earth-Mined Diamond Accents in Solid 14K Gold, Cushion 5mm
Located in Columbus, OH
A natural blue spinel glows in a rich, saturated blue at the center of this solid 14K white gold ring, flanked by two earth-mined diamonds. Spinel is completely untreated and prized ...
Spinel, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
1.8cts Boulder Opal Ring with Earth Mined Diamonds Accents: Solid 14k White Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
A stunning 14K solid white gold ring featuring an uneven-shaped natural Boulder Opal as the centerpiece, accented with sparkling natural diamonds. The opal’s vibrant play of color co...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Tanzanite Ring with Earth Mined Diamonds Halo: Solid 14k White Gold, Round 5mm
Located in Columbus, OH
This exquisite ring features a mesmerizing round tanzanite, embraced by sparkling natural diamonds set in 14k solid white gold. A timeless symbol of elegance and love, perfect for mo...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2Ct Purple Spinel Ring in Solid 14K Gold with Earth Mined Diamond Accents, 8x6mm
Located in Columbus, OH
This regal 2 carat purple spinel ring is crafted in solid 14K gold and features sparkling earth mined diamond accents for added brilliance and elegance.
Diamond, Spinel, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Art Deco 14K Solid Gold Ring: Bi-Color Tourmaline, Earth Mined Diamond Halo
Located in Columbus, OH
This elegant ring features a 3.48-carat bi-color tourmaline from Brazil, set in 14k gold weighing 2.96 grams. The 11x9mm center stone displays a stunning natural color gradient, acce...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Estate Band with 9 Earth-Mined Diamonds in Solid 14K Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
"Nine earth-mined diamonds in a solid 14K gold estate band."
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Red Ruby Ring w Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 14K Yellow Gold Oval 5.5x4mm
Located in Columbus, OH
This beautiful ring features a 0.47 carat oval Ruby gemstone with natural earth mined diamonds set in solid 14K gold.
Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Trillion 6x4.5mm Ceylon Sapphire Ring w Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 14K Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
Stunning is an understatement for this ring! The all natural diamond halo and accents perfectly emphasize the vivid blue in this sapphire from Ceylon. The halo design gives a slightl...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
1ct Emerald Ring w Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 14K Yellow Gold EM 7x5mm
Located in Columbus, OH
This elegant ring features a 1.07 carat emerald cut Emerald gemstone, beautifully encircled by a halo of shimmering natural earth mined diamonds.
Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
London Blue Topaz Ring w Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 14k Gold Trillion 5mm
Located in Columbus, OH
This delicate 14K rose gold ring setting features an earth mined london topaz with round natural earth mined diamond accents.
Blue Topaz, Topaz, White Diamond, Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
3ct Dazzling Emerald Ring w Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 14k Gold Oval 11x9mm
Located in Columbus, OH
This gorgeous statement ring features a 3 carat emerald gemstone of size 11x9mm with natural earth mined diamonds, all set in solid 14K gold.
White Diamond, Emerald, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
2.8ct Ceylon Sapphire Ring w Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 14k Gold Oval 9x7mm
Located in Columbus, OH
Specifications Item Type: Ring Center Stone: Sapphire Treatment: Heated Weight: 2.8ct Head size: 9x7mm Shape: Oval Hardness: 9 Country of Origin: Ceylon (Sri Lanka) Metal: 14k/3.53...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ceylon Sapphire Ring w Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 14k White Gold Oval 6x4mm
Located in Columbus, OH
This beautiful ring features a 0.68 carat oval sapphire gemstone with natural earth mined diamonds, all set in solid 14K gold.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.8ct Rhodolite Ring w Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 14k White Gold Cushion 6mm
Located in Columbus, OH
This ring is sure to make a statement with its 1.83 carat cushion cut red rhodolite center stone, embellished with a double halo of natural earth mined diamonds, all set in solid 14k...
Garnet, Rhodolite, White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Natural Alexandrite Ring w Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 14K White Gold Oval 5x4
Located in Columbus, OH
This beautiful ring features a 0.35 carat oval alexandrite gemstone with natural earth mined diamonds, all set in solid 14K gold.
Alexandrite, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Cor de Rosa Morganite Ring with Earth Mined Diamonds: 14K Dual Tone Gold, 8x6mm
Located in Columbus, OH
This vintage-inspired ring features a sparkling AAA Cor de Rosa Morganite with natural earth mined diamonds, all set in 14K dual tone - rose and white gold.
Morganite, Diamond, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
3.8cts Blue Zircon Ring w Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 14K Gold PE 9x7mm
Located in Columbus, OH
Crafted in solid 14K gold, and accented with natural, earth-mined diamonds, it's a royal-worthy statement ring for any jewelry lover.
Diamond, Zircon, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
6.7cts Blue Zircon Ring w Earth Mined Diamonds in 14K Rose Gold EM 9.5x7mm
Located in Columbus, OH
Make a bold statement with this dazzling 6.7-carat blue zircon ring, set in warm 14K rose gold. Surrounded by a halo of sparkling, earth-mined diamonds and accented with even more br...
Diamond, Zircon, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Cambodian Blue Zircon Ring with Earth Mined Diamond Accents in 14K Gold RD 4mm
Located in Columbus, OH
A delicate beauty, this dainty ring showcases a 0.32ct round Cambodian blue zircon, offset by shimmering earth-mined diamond accents in an elegant asymmetrical design.
Diamond, Blue Zircon, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
"Quarter Pipe" Ring in 18K Yellow Gold Set with 0.38 Carats Earth-Mined Diamonds
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
The twenty diamonds are all natural, earth-mined full cut round stones ranging in size from 0.9mm to 2.2mm for a total diamond weight of 0.38 carats.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1ct Tanzanite Ring with Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 14K Rose Gold EM 7x5mm
Located in Columbus, OH
A vivid 1-carat emerald cut tanzanite takes center stage in this breathtaking ring, framed by a halo of sparkling earth-mined diamonds.
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
2 Carat Morganite Ring w Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 14K Gold TR 9mm
Located in Columbus, OH
Vintage-style detailing and sparkling earth-mined diamond accents complete the elegant design.
Diamond, Morganite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
8x6mm, 1.6cts Tanzanite Ring w Earth Mined Diamond Halo in Solid 14K Rose Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
Celebrate your love with this exquisite 1.62 carat emerald-cut Tanzanite engagement ring. Set in solid 14K real rose gold, the vibrant violet-blue Tanzanite is surrounded by a dazzli...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Three Stone London Topaz Ring with Earth Mined Diamonds Accents: Solid 14K Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
The occasions to show off this ring are endless - mother's day, graduation, wedding, birthday, date night, Christmas, etc. :) Cool, confident, and dripping in sparkle—this three-sto...
Diamond, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dainty Ceylon Sapphire Ring w Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 14K Gold RD 4mm
Located in Columbus, OH
This cool offset diamond accent design ring features a royal blue Ceylon sapphire in solid 14k gold. A unique ring design perfect for an eye catching engagement or anniversary. This ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
4.4cts Tanzanite Ring w Earth Mined Diamond Accent in 14K White Gold OV 10x8mm
Located in Columbus, OH
This elegant tanzanite ring showcases a 4.39-carat oval-shaped center stone (10x8mm) with striking deep blue-violet hues. The gemstone is beautifully set in a 14k gold band (3.08g) a...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Cute Sapphire Ring w Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 14K Yellow Gold Round 4mm
Located in Columbus, OH
This simple and sleek blue sapphire ring is made for the minimalist in your life! With asymmetrical diamond accents around a blue sapphire, this piece is subtle and classy. Its sturd...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.52ct Cushion Cut Earth-Mined GIA Diamond (E/SI) 18K White Gold Ring by Diamor.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Total item's weight: 6.1gr. Ring's size: N ½ (re-sizable) The ring comes in a box, accompanied by original valuation certificate – valued at $27,400 & dated August 2012 – ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
East West Ruby Ring w Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 14K White Gold Oval 5x4mm
Located in Columbus, OH
The occasions to show off this ring are endless - mother's day, graduation, wedding, birthday, date night, Christmas, etc. :) Specifications Item Type: Ring Center Stone: Ruby Trea...
Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Blue Sapphire Ring w Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 14K Dual Tone Gold Round 5mm
Located in Columbus, OH
Fun Fact: Sapphire is the birthstone for September :) Specifications Item Type: Ring Center Stone: Saphhire Treatment: Heated Weight: 0.89ct Head size: 5mm Shape: Round Hardness: 9...
Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Rose ...
11Cts Statement Opal Ring With Earth Mined Sapphire Accents: Solid 14K Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
This exquisite ring features a captivating 10.98ct oval opal at its center, measuring 18x13mm, showcasing vibrant play-of-color. Set in 14k gold (6.30g), the design is elegantly acce...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose 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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