Angara Natural Prong-Set Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
About Angara:
At Angara, every piece of jewellery is a handcrafted expression of love and individuality. We design with intention—using vivid coloured gemstones and ethically...
Diamond, Gold
18k White Gold Sapphire and Diamond Princess Cut Eternity Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Featuring a perfect balance of 17 princess‑cut diamonds totaling 0.53 cts, sourced from Africa, and 17 princess‑cut sapphires totaling 0.61 cts, originating from Sri Lanka. All set...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Antique European Ring 2.7 ctw. Diamonds solid 18K Gold Silver ØUS6/ 10gr
Located in SE
Old European Ring, Renaissance styled with parts in solid 18k Yellow Gold and Silver. Openwork dome shaped crown 21 mm x 10 mm deep consisting of 3 circular tiers of Silver clusters ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Ring 3 Diamonds 1ctw. solid 18K Gold Silver Ø7.5 US /2.9gr
Located in SE
Old Ring with 3 old European cut Diamonds, band in solid 18K Yellow Gold (tested) with Silver clusters. No hallmarks made ca. 1900s -1920s Largest central oval cut Diamond 5 mm x 4...
Diamond, Silver, 18k Gold
Angara Natural Prong-Set Round Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
About Angara:
At Angara, every piece of jewellery is a handcrafted expression of love and individuality. We design with intention—using vivid coloured gemstones and ethically...
Diamond, Gold
10 Karat White Gold Diamond Cluster Wedding Set
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 10K white gold Diamond: round and baguette cut = 1.00cttw Color: H Clarity: SI2 Ring Size: 7 (please allow up to 2 additional business days for sizing requ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Solitaire Ring with 0.70 ct D VVS Diamond & 1 ct Pavé Accents
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
This exquisite 18K white gold ring features a brilliantly faceted 0.70 ct D-color, VVS-clarity round diamond at its heart, dazzling against a sweeping band set with approximately 1 c...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
German Ring unisex Chain links solid 18K Yellow Gold Ø 8.75 US / 1.5 gr
Located in SE
Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with split shoulders attached to seven soldered chained links on the crown. Unisex model, perfect for everyday wear. Hallmarked 750 , metal tested soli...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
TJD 0.50 Carat Round and Baguette Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Wedding Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Express your love for her in the most classic way with this engagement ring. Beautifully crafted by our inhouse experts in 14 karat yellow gold and embellished with 97 brilliant cut ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Diamond Halo Bridal Ring Set 1.32ct 18k White Gold Engagement Gift for her
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
The set pairs an engagement ring with a fitted contour band, the two reading as one continuous composition.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k Yellow Gold 0.80ct Emerald Cut and 0.50ctw Round Brilliant Diamond Halfway
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k Yellow Gold 0.80ct Emerald Cut and 0.50ctw Round Brilliant Diamond Halfway Band Ring Style: 14k Yellow Gold Emerald Cut and Round Brilliant Diamond Halfway Band Ring Material: 1...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rachel Koen Two Piece Diamond Engagement Ring Set 18K Yellow Gold 0.45cts Size 6
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful vintage retro diamond engagement ring set is a perfect fit for weddings or engagements.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mark Broumand 1.63 Carat Radiant Cut Diamond Wedding Set
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This superb diamond engagement ring features a 1.03ct radiant cut center diamond, GIA certified at H-VS2.
Antique German Ring 1.4ctw old cut Diamonds solid 12K Gold Silver ØUS8/ 3.6gr
Located in SE
German old cluster Ring hand - made ca. late XIX -early XX cent. with parts in solid 12K Rose Gold with and top of the openwork crown in Silver. Openwork floret/crown is a bit convex...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, 10k Gold
Antique Halo Ring 0.9 ctw Diamonds solid 14K Gold Ø 6US/ 2.3 gr
Located in SE
Antique Halo Ring with Diamonds, ca 1920s -1930s, likely German or Danish. No hallmarks, band tested solid 14K Rose Gold. Crown with top in White Gold or Silver holding 11 old diam...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, 14k Gold
Antique German Ring natural 0.8 ctw Diamonds solid 14 Gold Ø 6.75 US / 2gr
Located in SE
Antique German ca. early ca. 1900's -1920s Ring is about 14K Yellow Gold twisted frame decorated with total of fifteen natural Diamonds. Hallmarks of maker visible. Metal tested sol...
Diamond, 14k Gold
$820Sale Price / item|20% Off
Two Pear Shaped Blue Topaz Halo Diamond Open Ring in 14 Karat Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Blue Topaz & Diamond Open Ring in 14K White Gold Add a touch of timeless elegance to your jewelry collection with this breathtaking Two Pear-Shaped Blue Topaz Halo Diamond Op...
Diamond, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Blue Topaz and Diamond Victoraian Style Wedding Band Ring in 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This striking Blue Topaz Ring showcases a breathtaking Victorian-style lattice pattern in solid 9K yellow gold. Five vibrant natural blue topaz gemstones are elegantly set across the...
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Eternity Ring 18K Gold Band Engagement Ring size 8.25
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Eternity Ring 18K Gold Band Engagement Ring This beautiful wedding band is finely crafted in solid 18K Yellow Gold and set with six white and fiery diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Gold Engagement Ring with 1.21ct Trillion Sapphire and Natural Diamond Halo
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ Solid 14K gold ring set with a trillion-shaped sapphire in the center, flanked by a halo of clear brilliant diamonds ♥ The overall setting measures 11.3mm in width, 11.3mm in lengt...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Unisex Diamond and Emerald Wedding Band Ring in 18k White Gold for Men
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Unisex Diamond and Emerald Wedding Band Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural emerald of 1.15 carats and diamonds of 0.35 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emerald Cut Emerald and Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
The warm glow of gold enhances the gemstone’s soft, ocean-like hue, making this ring a timeless piece — perfect for special occasions or as a unique engagement and wedding ring.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
From $2,188Sale Price / item|20% Off
Real 1.18 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring Set of 2 18k White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger or smaller upon request. FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pieces. Spectrum Jewels is prou...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,659Sale Price / item|20% Off
2.60Ct Certified Marquise and Round Diamond Engagement Band Ring 18K Yellow Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
2.60Ct Certified Marquise and Round Diamond Engagement Band Ring 18K Yellow Gold Celebrate your forever with a ring that speaks of love, purity, and trust.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$3,727Sale Price / item|20% Off
2.60Ct Certified Marquise and Round Diamond Engagement Band Ring 14K Yellow Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
2.60Ct Certified Marquise and Round Diamond Engagement Band Ring 14K Yellow Gold Celebrate your forever with a ring that speaks of love, purity, and trust.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.05 Ct Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring 14k Gold 5 stone Emerald Engagement Band
Located in Jaipur, IN
Details Metal: Solid 14K Yellow Gold Main Gemstones: Natural Zambian Emeralds Total Emerald Weight: 2.05 Carats Emerald Shapes: Octagon Cut (Emerald Cut) Emerald Sizes: 5 x 7 mm & 4 ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.90ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Presenting our exquisite round brilliant cut diamond engagement ring, a masterpiece of timeless elegance set in luxurious 18k white gold.
Diamond, Platinum
$1,080Sale Price / item|20% Off
1.06 Carat Emerald and Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Floral Cluster Engagement Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant floral cluster engagement ring features a 1.06 carat emerald-cut natural emerald, securely set in a classic prong setting crafted from 14K yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,902Sale Price / item|20% Off
2.42 Ct Half Eternity Pear Cut Diamond 14k White Gold Engagement Ring Set of 2
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
The elegant wrap-style design creates a breathtaking layered effect, perfect as an engagement ring, wedding band duo, or anniversary upgrade.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,333 / item
Vintage Round Moissanite Engagement 14k Gold Ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Vintage Round Moissanite Engagement 14k Gold Ring. Art Deco Moissanite wedding ring.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,185 / item
Vintage Round Moissanite Engagement 14k Gold Ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Vintage Round Moissanite Engagement 14k Gold Ring. Art Deco Moissanite wedding ring.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$756Sale Price / item|30% Off
Vintage Round Moissanite Engagement 14k Gold Ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Vintage Round Moissanite Engagement 14k Gold Ring. Art Deco Moissanite wedding ring.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Solid Rose Gold Brilliant 1.47 CTW Tanzanite and Diamond Engagement Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This is a perfect Engagement Ring. It can be a Girlfriend Gift, Gift For Wife, Mother Daughter Gift, Bride To Be Gift, Engagement Gift, Wedding Gift, Valentine Gift or any Holiday Gi...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Blue Sapphire and Diamond Statement Wedding Ring for Men in 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This is a perfect Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring. It can be a Unisex Gift, Engagement Gift, Valentine Gift, Gift For Love, Husband Gift, Groom To Be Gift, Mens Gift, Wedding Gift, Father...
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Antique 2.83 Carat Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Five Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 2.83 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold, platinum set five stone cocktail ring; part of our diverse collection of diamond rings. This stunning, f...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18k Solid White Gold Octagon Blue Sapphire and Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Octagon Blue Sapphire and Diamond Halo Engagement Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural sapphire of 0.65 carats and diamonds of 0.15 carats.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Classic Ruby and Diamond Halo Engagement Ring in 14k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Classic Ruby and Diamond Halo Engagement Ring Set in 14K Gold featuring natural ruby of 0.73 carats and diamonds of 0.287 carat.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Zambian Oval Emerald and Diamond Engagement Ring in 14k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Zambian Oval Emerald and Diamond Engagement Ring in 14K Gold featuring natural emerald of 0.5 carats and diamonds of 0.83 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,140Sale Price|20% Off
14 Karat 2-Tone Diamond Wedding Set Total Weight .64pts
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k 2tone diamond wedding set total weight .64pts., containing 1 brilliant cut diamonds weighing .32pts and 6 round full cut diamonds weighing .32pts. ring size is 6 and can be sized...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Angara Natural Blue Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: Representing the beautiful journey a couple takes together, this 14k white gold engagement ring is a celebration of love. It features an oval blue sapphire, pron...
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Gold
Dainty Blue Topaz and Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 14kt Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural Blue Topaz and Halo Diamond Ring in 14K gold featuring natural blue topaz of 0.86 carats and diamonds of 0.276 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style. Bl...
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Angara Natural Round Emerald and Diamond Engagement Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: The unique yet appealing design of this exquisite 14k white gold engagement ring is sure to capture her heart. The crossover band features round emeralds and dia...
Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Angara Natural Emerald and Diamond Twisted Vine Engagement Ring in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: Symbolic of the past, present and future, this three stone engagement ring is a great way to celebrate your eternal bond.
Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Genuine Blue Sapphire and Halo Diamond Engagement Ring 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This is a perfect ring for anniversary gift or wedding gift or engagement gift for anyone on your list.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Blue Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring in 14k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Antique Diamond and Blue Sapphire Engagement Ring Set in 14K Gold featuring natural sapphire of 0.75 carats and diamonds of 0.24 carats.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Angara Natural Classic Round Tanzanite and Diamond Engagement Ring in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
About Angara:
At Angara, every piece of jewellery is a handcrafted expression of love and individuality. We design with intention—using vivid coloured gemstones and ethically...
Tanzanite, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Angara Natural Classic Round Peridot and Diamond Engagement Ring in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
About Angara:
At Angara, every piece of jewellery is a handcrafted expression of love and individuality. We design with intention—using vivid coloured gemstones and ethically...
Peridot, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Angara Natural Tanzanite and Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
About Angara:
At Angara, every piece of jewellery is a handcrafted expression of love and individuality. We design with intention—using vivid coloured gemstones and ethically...
Tanzanite, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Angara Natural Round Aquamarine and Diamond Engagement Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
About Angara:
At Angara, every piece of jewellery is a handcrafted expression of love and individuality. We design with intention—using vivid coloured gemstones and ethically...
Diamond, Aquamarine, Gold
Angara Natural Turquoise and Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
About Angara:
At Angara, every piece of jewellery is a handcrafted expression of love and individuality. We design with intention—using vivid coloured gemstones and ethically...
Turquoise, Diamond, Gold
Vintage 14K White Gold Old European Cut Diamond Wedding Set, 1.37 CTW
Located in Palm Desert, CA
An elegant vintage wedding set crafted in 14K white gold, featuring a beautifully matched engagement ring and wedding band.
Diamond, White Gold
Natural Diamond Full Eternity Ring 0.45 Carat 18K White Gold Wedding Band Ring
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
Its versatile design makes it an exceptional wedding band, anniversary ring, promise ring, or meaningful gift to mark a special milestone.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
TJD 1.0 Carat Round and Princess Cut Diamond 14KT Gold Vintage Engagement Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This Spilt Shank Diamond Wedding Band Ring is Accentuated with 66 brilliant round and 6 princess-cut diamonds beautifully set in prong and micro-prong setting. The total diamond weig...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$5,600Sale Price|20% Off
5 Stone Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Wedding Band Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite wedding band is a testament to timeless elegance and enduring love, crafted in lustrous 18k white gold. The ring features five round brilliant cut diamonds, carefully ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Rose Gold Pave Diamond Wedding Love Ring CRB4085854
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
Details: Brand: Cartier Model: CRB4085854 Diamond Shape: Pave Collection: Love Diamonds: 88 Round brilliant cut diamonds Carat: 0.31ct Ring Measurement: 4mm Size: UK L / EU 54 / US ...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
3.01 Ct Blue Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring Made 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Blue Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring For Women Set in 18K Gold featuring natural sapphire of 3.01 carats and diamonds of 0.55 carats.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Demantoid Green Garnet Diamond Platinum Ring Flower Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a stunning Antique Edwardian - Art Deco 1/2 Carat Green Demantoid Garnet Diamond Platinum Wedding Engagement Cocktail Ring in a gorgeous flower motif design.
Diamond, Garnet, Platinum, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Flush Set Full Eternity Wedding Bridal 8 Diamond Band 14k Solid
Located in Chicago, IL
Flush Set Full Eternity Wedding Bridal Band Unique Engagement Rings 14k Solid Light weight can be worn everyday Additional information: Condition: New without tags: A brand-new, unu...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Flush Set Full Eternity Wedding Bridal 16 Diamond Band 14k Solid
Located in Chicago, IL
Flush Set Full Eternity Wedding Bridal Band Unique Engagement Rings 14k Solid Light weight can be worn everyday Additional information: Condition: New without tags: A brand-new, unu...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Colombian Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring 18 Karat
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
This Vintage Estate Engagement Wedding Ring is Set with a natural Colombian emerald, oval cut, medium green color, and very good clarity.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k 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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