Natural Oval Ruby and Diamond Engagement Ring 18k Yellow Gold
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
***Made to order to your finger size, custom options are available, don't hesitate to inquire*** Stunning One 100% Untreated Mozambique Oval Ruby Approx. 1.40 Carats with Extraordina...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
18k White Gold Emerald and Diamond Flower Ring, 1.35ct Emerald
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A beautiful 18k white gold flower ring. The ring is set to the centre with an oval cut emerald weighing 1.35ct, displaying a bright even tone.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Stunning 18k White Gold Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring, 1.22ct Emerald
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This stunning, designer-made ring is crafted from 18-carat white gold and features an EMERAL...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$15,675Sale Price|25% Off
Emerald 5.32ct and Diamond Ring 18k White Gold GIA Certified
Located in Dallas, TX
Emerald and Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold. The ring features an emerald cut emerald that is 5.32ct , accented by brilliant round cut diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Wide Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Ring size: 8 Measurements: 8.40mm wide,5.47mm tall above the finger Markings: "750" Metal: 18K White Gold Weight: 6.7 grams Emerald: 1.66 carats Sapphire: 1.26 carats Diamond: .29 ca...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring, 1970s Italy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18 karat white gold ring with cabochon emerald weighing an estimated 20.00 carats, and round and tapered diamonds for a total of 2.10 carats / Made in Italy 1970s Ring size US 7
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unheated 10.80 Carat Periwinkle Blue Sapphire Diamond 18K Gold Ring
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
Natural Certified Unheated Blue Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Engagement Ring Centering a big 9.94 Carat Natural Ceylon Sapphire, "sparkling Violet blue" with no evidence of thermal...
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow ...
18k White Gold Marquise Cut Diamond and Emerald Ring
Located in New York, NY
18k White Gold Marquise Cut Diamond and Emerald Ring Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,675Sale Price|25% Off
0.92 Carat Emerald-Cut Emerald & 0.74 cttw Diamond Ring 18K White Gold
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
This genuine emerald gemstone shows a vibrant green and weighs 0.92 carats! Set in 18 karat white gold, this ring has beautiful profile details with a "peek-a-boo" diamond on each p...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Ruby Diamond Trilogy Engagement Ring 18k Gold
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
A classic trilogy engagement ring stars a natural deep, rich red ruby weighing 1.04 carat flanked by a matched pair of brilliant-cut diamonds G-H/VS2-SI1 weighing over 0.72 carats. T...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Whi...
Certified Colombian Emerald White Diamond 18K Gold Wedding Ring
By HYT Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A perfect companion to gorgeous formal looks, this show-stopping ring would make a wonderful addition to any jewellery box. - Oval Shape Colombian Emerald 1.35 carat - Oval Shape Whi...
Emerald, White Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$10,497 / item
Majestic Emerald Cut 18K White Gold Green Gemstone Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Make a bold and elegant statement with the Majestic Emerald Cut 18K White Gold Green Gemstone Ring, expertly crafted in gleaming 18K white gold.
Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18K White Gold Art Deco .46ct Emerald Ring Size 5
Located in Big Bend, WI
18K white gold Art Deco ring featuring a genuine earth mined emerald.
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Emerald Diamond Band - 18k Oval .99ctw Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Note: Please contact us for a resizing quote Metal Content: 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Emeralds Treatment: Oiling Carat(s): 0.46ctw Cut: Oval Color: Gre...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Colombian Emerald Diamond Band Ring Solid 18k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18k White Gold Ring Size: 5.5 (resizing available for a fee) Total Weight: 2.1 Grams Diamond Count: 52 brilliant cut diamonds Diamond Carat Weight: ~...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Emerald Diamond Band - 18k Round .78ctw Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Note: Please contact us for a resizing quote Metal Content: 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Emeralds Treatment: Oiling Carat(s): 0.42ctw Cut: Round Color: Gr...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$14,000Sale Price|30% Off
PANIM 18k White Gold Dangling Briolette Diamond & Emerald Ring
By PANIM
Located in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
PANIM 18k White Gold Dangling Briolette Diamond & Emerald Ring Inspired by the beauty of a rain drop, Our Briolette Dangling diamond ring is an absolute show-stopper.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.52 Carat Emerald Shape Green Emerald & Diamond Rings In 18k White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
This piece comes directly from the vault of Atlantic Diamond Company—a family-run fine jewelry house with nearly 50 years of history serving elite collectors, retailers, and dealers ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.45 Square Emerald-Cut and Diamond Ring, 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
A 1.45 Square Emerald-Cut and Diamond Ring made in 18K White Gold.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold 5.19 Carat Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Bold yet elegant, this stunning ring features a stunning 5.19 carat cabochon emerald set in 18K white gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,910Sale Price|20% Off
Zambian Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring, 5.51 Carat Emerald, 18K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Crafted in 18K white gold, this elegant ring showcases a remarkable 5.51-carat natural Zambian emerald surrounded by 0.82 carats of natural diamonds.
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Pear Emerald Multi Diamonds Bypass Ring 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Pear Emerald Multi Diamonds Bypass Ring 18k White Gold features pear cut emerald set in the ends of the ring with multi cut diamonds set on the band.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring, 0.85ct Emerald, 0.38ct
Located in jaipur, IN
Specifications Dimensions: Length: 2 cm, Width: 1.9 cm Gross Weight: 4.540 gms Gold Weight: 4.294 gms Gold Purity: 18K White Gold Diamond Weight: 0.38 ct Emerald Weight: 0.85 ct Th...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$11,232Sale Price|20% Off
Emerald Cut Natural Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring, 17.48 Carats, 18K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Crafted in 18K white gold, this remarkable ring is centered around a 17.48-carat natural emerald cut emerald framed by 1.03 carats of natural diamonds.
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
18K White Gold Emerald Ring with Diamonds, 1.8ct Emerald, Italy 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18 karat white gold ring with an emerald of 1.8 carats and diamonds of 0.5 carats / Made in Italy 1960s Ring size US 6.75
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold 0.50ct Diamond and Emerald Ring MF14-070726
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
An elegant ring in 18K white gold, centering a vivid emerald-cut emerald of approximately 1.44 carats set horizontally as the focal stone, flanked on each side by a fan-shaped triang...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold
Two-Stone Pear Cut Ruby and Colombian Emerald Engagement Ring 14K Yellow Gold
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
If you prefer this piece in 18K yellow gold, white gold, or platinum, please don't hesitate to inquire.
Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,310Sale Price / item|20% Off
Spectrum 18k White Gold Emerald-Cut Emerald and Diamond Statement Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Design Style: Emerald-Cut Emerald and Diamond Statement Halo Ring Details Item Code :- SER-27702 Gross Wt. :- 4.01 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :- 3.36 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.60 Ct. ( ...
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
3.71cttw Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band Ring 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
It features 25 prong set Emerald cut sparkling diamonds, crafted in an 18k white gold band.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$11,592Sale Price|20% Off
2.05-Carat Emerald-Cut Emerald Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold - Merkaba
By Tamir
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Ultra-exclusive 2.05-carat Emerald-cut Emerald engagement ring in solid 18K White Gold, featuring 1.35 carats of F-G/VS round brilliant collection diamonds.
Beryl, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, White ...
18K White Gold 0.35ct Diamond and Emerald Ring MGF23-070226
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
A classic cluster ring in 18K white gold, centering a vivid cabochon emerald of 0.95 carats within a close-set halo of round diamonds totaling 0.35 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold
0.77ct Colombian Emerald Solitaire Engagement Ring In 18k White Gold
Located in London, GB
0.77ct Colombian Emerald Solitaire Engagement Ring In 18k White Gold Natural green colombian emerald round shaped with brown inclusions, total weight 0.77ct Solitaire round green eme...
Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Detachable Ring Jacket Bezel Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
18k white gold bezel set natural emerald solitaire ring and diamond ring jacket.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emerald and Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
By MOGULDIAM INC
Located in New York, NY
Emerald and diamond ring handcrafted in 18k white gold.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Emerald in 18k White Gold Men's Ring by Alexander Leyser
Located in Kirschweiler, DE
Crafted from solid 18k white gold, this substantial ring features a vivid green pear cut emerald weighing 0.54 carats in a high quality bezel setting.
Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emerald Diamond Floral Cluster Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Inspired by a blooming flower, this Emerald Ring features a brilliant center diamond framed by a vivid Emerald Cluster in 18K white gold.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold
18k White Gold 4.02ct Emerald Cut Natural Diamond Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Center Details: 4.02ct Emerald Cut Natural Diamond I Color VS1 Clarity EC GIA #6183603790 10.4mm x 8.0mm x 4.6mm Ring Material: 18k White Gold Approx 0.62ctw Natural Diamonds Ring S...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
18K White Gold 0.70ct Diamond and Emerald Ring MF25-062526
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This luxury ring will continually impress. Set in 18K White Gold, a 1.79 carat Emerald center stone serves as a stunning focal point.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold
Zambian Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring, 5.51 Carat Emerald, 18K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Centered around a 5.51-carat natural Zambian emerald, this elegant ring is crafted in 18K white gold and accented with 0.82 carats of natural diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$600Sale Price|40% Off
18K White Gold Emerald Diamond Ring 0.33ctw GH SI Size 7
Located in West Hempstead, NY
This elegant emerald and diamond ring is crafted in 18K white gold and features a 0.23 carat emerald cut emerald accented by 0.10 carats total weight of natural round diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold 0.65ct Diamond and Emerald Ring MF31-051526
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
It also includes sparkling Diamond accents totaling 0.65 carats. Set in 18K White Gold, it features a 3mm wide band and a 10mm top height.This jewelry piece is offered in estate cond...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tasteful 18K White Gold Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This elegant 18K white gold cocktail ring is set with one vivid green, oval shape, emerald in the center, flanked by eight marquise shape diamonds, and bordered on the top and bottom...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Emerald 2.28ct Emerald Cut Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
PRODUCT DETAILS - =============== ➡️GEMSTONE DETAILS : ❋ Gemstone : Emerald ❋ Gemstone Weight : 2.28 Cts ❋ Gemstone Size : 9X7 MM Approx ❋ Gemstone Shape : Emerald Cut ❋ Gemstone ...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
18K White Gold 2.0ct Diamond and Emerald Ring MF43-050726
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
A dramatic 18K White Gold setting makes this luxury ring delightfully unexpected.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,044Sale Price / item|20% Off
0.60ct Emerald 0.32ct Diamond Cocktail Ring 18K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Item Code :- SER-2508 Gross Wt :- 2.58 gm 18k White Gold Wt :- 2.40 gm Natural Diamond Wt :- 0.32 ct ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Zambian Emerald Wt :- 0.60 ct Ri...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.76 Carat Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
This Estate has an extraordinary cornflower Blue 3.76 Carat Sapphire set with Diamonds, this is a Wedding, Engagement Ring 18k White Gold Primary Stone: Natural Sapphire Sapphire Wei...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
4.00ct Natural Emerald & Diamond 18k Solid White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
4.00 Carats Natural Emerald and Diamond 18K Solid White Gold Ring Suggested Replacement Value: Approx. $6,500.00 Total Natural Green Emerald Weight is: Approx. 3.00 Carats (transpa...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,948Sale Price / item|20% Off
Substantial 18K White Gold Emerald Bypass Ring with Diamonds
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Emerald open ring in 18K gold with diamonds which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your creativity.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
18K White Gold 0.40ct Diamond and Emerald Ring MF16-013026
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Set on a fine 2mm white gold band, the style recalls the romance of vintage cocktail rings, but with a more pared-back execution.In estate condition, this 18K White Gold 0.40 ct Diam...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
White & Canary Diamond Emerald Ring 18K Gold, Italy
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
White & Canary Diamond Emerald Ring 18K Gold, Italy This gorgeous vintage ring is finely crafted in solid 18K Yellow Gold, made in Italy.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby, Sapphire and Emerald Cocktail Ring in 18k White Gold
By Bn Green Star
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Key Details: Stone: Colombian Emerald, Octagon Cut, 6.62 carats Ruby, Oval Cut, 2.20 carats Sapphire, Oval Cut, 2.64 carats Accent Stones: 127 Round Brilliant Diamonds, Total 1.04 c...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$16,920Sale Price|20% Off
18k White Gold Ring 0.47ct Emerald 0.50ct Brown Diamond
Located in New York, NY
Step into the realm of contemporary luxury with this alluring open tube ring crafted in lustrous 18k white gold. A testament to modern elegance, this piece features a unique design t...
Brown Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold 0.51ct Diamond and Emerald Ring MF29-050726
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
A 1.40 carat Emerald makes a statement at the center of this pieces 18K White Gold setting.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.37 Carat Green Emerald & Diamond Ring In 18k White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Introducing a stunning union of natural beauty and timeless elegance: our exquisite 3.37 carat Green Emerald Ring adorned with 28 Baguette Diamonds totaling 2.10 carats, all set in o...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold
Zambian Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring, 4.95 Carat Emerald, 18K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
This striking 18K white gold ring showcases a 4.95-carat natural Zambian emerald at its center, framed by 1.26 carats of natural pear shape diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Aquamarine, Emerald & Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
This is an elegant Aquamarine, Emerald & Diamond ring studded in 18k White gold features a fine quality of Aquamarine 3.15 carats & Emerald 0.54 Carat with 28 Diamond 0.32 carats.
Emerald, Diamond, Aquamarine, White Gold, 18k Gold
$1,496Sale Price / item|20% Off
Emerald Engagement Ring with Diamonds in 18K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Emerald ring in 18K Gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your creativity.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Emerald 3 CTS & Diamond 2.5 CTS Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This stunning, designer-made Ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features an emerald and ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$19,684Sale Price|20% Off
Emerald & Diamond Sunburst Cocktail Ring in 18k White Gold- GIA 6224620942
Located in Bloomington, MN
Emerald & Diamond Sunburst Cocktail Ring in 18k White Gold- GIA report number 6224620942 This ring is crafted in 18k white gold and centers on a prong-set rectangular emerald we...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
IGN Certified 2.10 Karat Emerald 18K White Gold White Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
IGN Certified 2.10 Carat Emerald 18 Carat 0.56 Carat White Diamonds 18K White Gold Ring.
White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 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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