Men's Women's Mid Century Jade & Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
An embrace of the monumental Art Deco era, this vintage Mid Century jadeite cocktail ring glows with a lustrous, mottled apple green color and a significant architectural setting. Th...
Diamond, Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Old Mine Diamond Moon Stone Engraved Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Old Mine Diamond Moon Stone Engraved Ring. This gorgeous antique Edwardian old European diamond and moonstone ring is crafted in 18k yello...
Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Victorian Antique Turquoise Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Halo Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval shaped turquoise cabochon measuring 12.5 x 17.5 mm Opaque light greenish blue in color and bead set with a halo surround Comprised of old European cut diamonds and ...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
11.75 ctw 21st Century Emerald & Diamond 18K White Gold Ring
Located in Tysons, VA
Elegant 21st Century 18k White Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring. This striking ring is crafted in 18k white gold. The centerpiece is a stunning sugarloaf-cut emerald, showcasing a deep ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA 78.67ct Star Ruby and 4.15ct Diamond Bombé Ring in 14K White Gold, No-Heat
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A single round cabochon dominates this ring; a 78.67-carat star ruby polished to a high, glassy dome rather than faceted, so the stone reads as one continuous field of deep purplish-...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Victorian Turquoise Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Antique Navette Halo Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a turquoise navette shaped cabochon - opaque robin's egg blue in color Bezel set with a halo surround of bead set rose cut diamonds Weighing approximately 0.52 carat total ...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Edwardian Diamond Turquoise Platinum 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Halo Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oblong oval-shaped turquoise cabochon measuring 7.0 x 13.0 mm Opaque Robin's egg blue with subtle blue-green mottling - set with gold prongs With a platinum halo surroun...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1925 Opal Calibrated Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold. Sublime antique ring, it is decorated with an Australian opal cabochon set with claws, surrounded by calibrated synthesis rubies. On both sides of the r...
Opal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Handmade 22.71 Carat Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl Platinum Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Design Rare Vintage Collection Metal- 90% Platinum, 10% Iridium. Stones- GIA Certified 22.71 Carat Chrysoberyl Cat's Eye. GIA Number 2231143044 Size- 5 3/4. FREE SIZING!...
Chrysoberyl, Platinum
12.28 ctw Mid-Century Style No-Heat Burmese Ruby & Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A refined expression of vintage-inspired elegance, this mid-century style ring features a captivating cabochon-cut Burmese ruby, admired for its rich red hue and natural, untreated b...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late Victorian 2.40ct Emerald and Diamond cluster Ring, c.1900s
Located in London, GB
This beautiful cluster ring dates to the later Victorian era and centres around a stunning, vivid green emerald. The 2.40 carat emerald is a cabochon cut stone, set within 18 carat y...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 16 Ct Pink Sapphire 23K Gold Russian Ring Dated 1866
Located in Chicago, IL
Moscow, 1866 This impressive Russian antique ring is crafted in 23K gold (95.55% pure). It features an old mine cabochon-cut pink sapphire of notable size and soft, glowing luster. ...
Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold 8.2tcw Star Sapphire and Diamond Bypass Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and features a striking 8.2 carat star sapphire set in an elegant bypass design. The sapphire displays a strong asterism, with a lumin...
Diamond, Star Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,120Sale Price|20% Off
4.01 Carat Clear Citrine & Diamond Ring in 18k Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in New York, NY
4.01 Carat Clear Citrine & Diamond Ring In 18k Gold Citrine 4.01 Carat 1 diamonds 0.05 Carat 18k gold mounting 3.59 GMS Custom Services Resizing is available. Request Customiza...
Diamond, Citrine, 18k Gold
Vintage Maui Divers of Hawaii 14k Yellow Gold & Gold Coral Ring
Located in New York, NY
A fusion of nature and elegance. This striking ring features a smooth, oval brown coral stone, enveloped by intricate 14k gold leaves. The organic design flows seamlessly around the ...
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Tourmaline Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Ginkgo Leaf Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval shaped green tourmaline cabochon measuring approximately 13.0 x 9.0 mm Transparent deep green in color and bezel set with a navette shaped surround Pierced to depic...
White Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgian Emerald 22 Karat Gold Antique Napoleon Bonaparte Death Token Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a 5.5 mm round emerald cabochon - transparent medium green Set in a colette style bezel that swivels on axis to reveal a secret token Displaying a gold cameo of Napoleon Bo...
Emerald, Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Fred of Paris 18k Sugar Cube Chalcedony Diamond Ring Sz 4 3/4
Located in Feasterville, PA
A refined Fred of Paris Sugar Cube Ring, epitomizing contemporary Parisian elegance with a modern twist. Crafted in luminous 18k white gold, this exquisite piece centers around a be...
Chalcedony, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Victor Veylan Sterling Silver & 24k Yellow Gold Spessartite Garnet Ring
By Victor Velyan
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Victor Veylan ring is a bold and highly distinctive designer piece, centered by a remarkable 14.60ct spessartite garnet accented by 0.03ctw of diamonds in a dramatic mix...
Diamond, Mandarin Garnet, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Arts and Crafts Platinum 14K Yellow Gold Old Euro Diamond Garnet Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Arts and Crafts Platinum 14K Yellow Gold Old Euro Diamond Garnet Ring. This gorgeous antique Arts and Crafts old European diamond and garnet ring is crafted in plat...
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2.20 Carat Natural Cat's Eye Alexandrite Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The silvery notes of this platinum ring give it a contemporary feel that pairs well with the symmetrical design of the accentuating diamonds. Set with the greenish yellow Cats Eye Al...
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Alexandrite, Platinum
Fred of Paris 18k Sugar Cube Chalcedony Diamond Ring Sz 4 3/4
Located in Feasterville, PA
A refined Fred of Paris Sugar Cube Ring, epitomizing contemporary Parisian elegance with a modern twist. Crafted in luminous 18k white gold, this exquisite piece centers around a be...
Chalcedony, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
23.49 ctw Mid-Century No Heat Burmese Sapphire & Diamond 18K Gold Ring
Located in Tysons, VA
Centering a 19.49 carat natural Burmese blue sapphire, this impressive cocktail ring features a cushion-cut gemstone. The sapphire displays rich royal-blue saturation and is surround...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,960Sale Price|40% Off
Vintage Unisex Cats Eye Chrysoberyl Gypsy Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A classic mid century estate cocktail ring, with a compellingly hypnotic center gemstone. The all natural cat's eye chrysoberyl displays a striking natural phenomenon that is extreme...
Chrysoberyl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.00 ctw Vintage Style Emerald & Diamond Parrot Cage Ring 18K Yellow Gold
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Distinctive and artfully designed, this vintage style parrot cage ring showcases a vibrant green emerald at its center, radiating rich color and natural elegance. The unique openwork...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian GIA 2.50 carat Burma no heat ruby diamond 18k yellow gold ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This beautiful Victorian ruby and diamond ring is a romantic antique design from the 1900’s, centered by a GIA-certified oval double cabochon ruby weighing approximately 2.50 carats....
Ruby, Diamond, Silver, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Set in 18K Gold, Mexican Fire Opal, Garnet, Blue Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Mexican Opal, Tsavorite Garnett & Blue Sapphire Engagement Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds.
Tsavorite, Fire Opal, Blue Sapphire, Opal, Garnet, Diamond, 18k Gold
14K White Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring Size 4.5 #15787
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring Size 4.5 JAGi Certified- This elegant ring features on oval cabochon emerald (8.8 mm x 7.2 mm) and two round brilliant cut diamo...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Fred of Paris 18k Sugar Cube Chalcedony Diamond Ring Sz 4 3/4
Located in Feasterville, PA
A refined Fred of Paris Sugar Cube Ring, epitomizing contemporary Parisian elegance with a modern twist. Crafted in luminous 18k white gold, this exquisite piece centers around a be...
Chalcedony, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Carved Opal Ring Attributed to Wilhelm Schmidt for Giuliano
Located in London, GB
Carved opal ring attributed to Wilhelm Schmidt for Giuliano. Set vertically with a rectangular natural unenhanced opal plaque in a closed back rubover setting, finely carved to depic...
Opal, Yellow Gold
20th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cameo Coral Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold. A charming antique ring in yellow gold, its band is engraved with floral motifs on either side of the opening and the head is adorned with a cameo on co...
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
9.5mm South Sea White Pearl and Baguette Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in Miami, FL
9.5mm South Sea Cultured Pearl and Diamond Ring in Platinum. The white pearl is surrounded by round cut shining diamonds on the top and bottom and 4 tapered baguette cut diamonds on ...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Art Nouveau Jadeite Jade Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dragon Antique Ring GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval jadeite jade cabochon measuring 13.0 x 15.0 mm - translucent medium green with light mottling Natural in color with no indications of dye or impregnation - Type A J...
Jade, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Amethyst Diamond Ring Size 6.25 #15670
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Amethyst Diamond Ring This beautiful ring is set in 14K yellow gold. The center stone is a cabochon domed purple amethyst accented by 2 round brilliant diamond sto...
Amethyst, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Persian Turquoise Diamond Ring 14 Karat Gold Antique
Located in New York, NY
It is a wonderful stacking ring or worn alone as a wedding ring or engagement ring or as your everyday favorite!
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Crown of Eternity - Natural Sapphire SriLankan No Heat Royal Blue set in Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Some rings shimmer with beauty. Crown of Eternity rules — a jewel of royal color and timeless grandeur, crafted to feel both powerful and poetic. Crown of Eternity — A Regal Tapestr...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Round Blue Teal Turquoise Diamonds Halo Pave Set 14K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
This elegant ring is crafted in a sophisticated design. It features a striking turquoise cabochon, encircled by a halo of sparkling white diamonds. The diamonds are set in a contrast...
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Australian Opal Ring, 0.4ct, Size 7.5, New
Located in Berlin, DE
18K yellow gold ring with natural Opal opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.16 х 0.16 х 0.24 in / 4 х 4 х 6 mm stone weight - 0.4 carats ring weight - 4.88 grams ring size...
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Cat Eye Diamond Ring Womens Vintage Halo Elegant Old Money Minimalist
Located in New York, NY
Cat's Eye and Diamond Ring Metal Type: 14K Gold, White Gold Total Item Weight: 5.6 Grams Ring Size: 5.25 (Resizable) Dimensions: Length: 14.65 mm Width: 14.63 mm Height: 9.65 mm 1: ...
Diamond, Cat’s Eye, 14k Gold, White Gold
J.E. Caldwell Art Nouveau No Heat Ceylon Sapphire 14K Gold Antique Unisex Ring
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval-shaped sapphire cabochon weighing approximately 10.02 carats total - transparent medium blue Natural Ceylon (Sri Lankan) in origin and displaying no indications of ...
Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Turquoise and Old Mine Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Turquoise and Old Mine Diamond Halo Ring. This gorgeous Victorian turquoise and old mine diamond halo ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold a...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Platinum Baguette Diamond GIA Certified 4.35 Carat Sugar Loaf Burmese Ruby Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Designs Collection Art Deco Inspired Extremely Elegant Vintage Inspired Baguette Diamond Cushion Cut Sugar Loaf Burmese Ruby Engagement Ring. Metal- 90% Platinum, 10% Iridiu...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage Unisex Solid Yellow Gold Large Tiger's Eye Bezel Solitaire Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Tiger's Eye - Oval Cabochon - Bezel Set - Coffee Brown Color - 15.88 x 11.89mm (approx.) Material: 10k Yellow Gold Weight: 8.67 Grams Ring Size: 7.5 (...
Tiger's Eye, Gold, 10k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Imperial Jadeite Jade Type A Ring In Vintage Platinum Setting
Located in Miami, FL
GIA-certified oval-shaped, cabochon cut Jadeite A Imperial Jade with 15 round cut and 10 baguette cut diamonds set in a vintage platinum ring. The Jade features an impressive and s...
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Rare Natural Nishapuri Iranian turquoise 925 silver shajari firoza handmade Ring
Located in Delhi, DL
-Metal- 925 Sterling silver - Metal color- silver -Gemstone- Turquoise (Natural) - Gemstone origin- Nishapuri firoza, Iranian turquoise, - Gemstone type- Shajari firoza/turquoise
Turquoise, Sterling Silver, Silver
3.80 Ct Natural Sapphire 1.0 Ct F/G IF/VVS Diamond ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This stunning contemporary ring is the perfect design to meet the modern life style Elegant net design rendered in a fashionable 18 KT solid gold mount exalting at maximum the beauty...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$8,300 / item
3.92 Carat Opal Emerald 18 Karat Gold Diamond Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18 karat gold. This beautiful ring is hand set in 3.92 carats opal, .77 carats emerald and .29 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the la...
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Modern New Opal Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat white gold. This charming vintage-style ring features a cabochon-cut round opal from Australia in the center, held in place with claws. It is surrounded by 10 modern...
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Yellow and White Gold Angel Skin Coral Earring and Ring Set
Located in New York, NY
This vintage ring and earring set showcases the soft, delicate beauty of Angel Skin coral set in rich yellow gold. Angel Skin coral, prized for its pale pinkish-white hue, contrasts ...
Coral, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Rhodolite Garnet White Fancy Color Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Statement Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
This captivating piece features a dynamic design with a lattice-like structure, adorned with vibrant gemstones. The surface is embellished with sparkling yellow and green stones, cre...
Diamond, Garnet, Rhodolite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Baden & Foss Mid-Century Opal Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Vintage Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a rectangular shaped opal cabochon measuring 10.0 x 8.0 mm Translucent white in body color with spectral play-of-color Prong set in basket and flanked by cathedral shoulder...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 7.25 CTW No Heat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ribbon Antique Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval-shaped sapphire double cabochon weighing approximately 7.19 carats Transparent vibrant medium blue in color - set with talon prongs in pierced gallery Depicting tie...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Edwardian 2.40 Carat AGL Burma Sapphire & Old Mine Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Edwardian era French import 2.40 Carat Oval Cabochon Sapphire & Old Mine Cut Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring, composed of 18k rose gold & platinum.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Persian Turquoise Diamond Halo Ring 18 Karat White Gold Retro Antique
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous Antique Retro - Art Deco Ring with gorgeous natural Persian Turquoise cabochons of stunning beauty with a halo of 10 sparkling white Diamonds set in 18 Karat White...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rare GIA Certified 7.91 No Heat Afghanistan Ruby 18K Pave Diamond Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
GIA Report Number 2231362473 Art Deco 18K Yellow Gold Cabochon Cushion Extremely Rare Afghani No Heat Ruby Diamond Engagement Ring.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yin and Yang Ruby Ring Gold Natural Bicolor Red Ruby July Birthstone
Located in Berlin, DE
A distinctive ring featuring a natural bicolor ruby from Thailand, selected for its unusual tonal variation and individual character. The 2.10-carat ruby is cut as a rounded cabochon...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Round Ruby Diamond Art Deco Style Halo Set 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This exquisite ring features a central iridescent opal embellished with pretty ruby stone and glittering diamonds. As if to form a beautiful flower. A jewelry gift to be treasured fo...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Opal Blue Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Floral Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This delightful vintage style ring is centered with a bezel set oval cabochon white opal. The opal is bordered with eight blue sapphires and on black enamel background. The ring feat...
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Round White Moonstone & Blue Sapphire Halo Set Vintage Style 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A shimmering moonstone is orbited by twenty smaller blue sapphire in this very lovely and wearable ring. 14K White Gold. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Total weight: 3.84 g. (appr...
Moonstone, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
New Custom 14k White Gold High Quality 4.41ctw Moonstone Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Moonstone- Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Blue Color- 10.9x8.7mm - 4.0ct (exact) (20) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - F/G...
Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 14k 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 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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