6.22 carat Mint Green Tourmaline & Diamond Ring, 18K Yellow Gold, Austy Lee
By Austy Lee
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This exquisite piece is a must-have for any jewelry enthusiast. Product Details: Fancy Color Diamond - 2.73cts Mint Green Tourmaline - 6.22cts 18K Yellow Gold Ring Size: US 6.75...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium
Art Nouveau Burmese Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have an intricately designed 18ct yellow gold ring taken from the Art Nouveau movement. This piece features a centralised pinky red ruby of Burmese origin accompanied by a fa...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
"Cop Cot" Fancy Colored Diamond Simon Ardem New York Fall Collection
By Simon Ardem
Located in New York, NY
Oval design Natural Fancy Earth tone diamond pave ring.
Diamond, Pink Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold
Emerald Diamond 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Open Wrap Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted in 14K yellow and white gold, this ring features an open wrap design adorned with 0.2 carats of oval-shaped diamonds and 0.2 carats of vibrant emeralds.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Padparadscha sapphire and diamond flanked solitaire ring, circa 1990.
Located in London, GB
Padparadscha sapphire and diamond flanked solitaire ring. Set to centre with an oval double brilliant cut natural unenhanced Padparadscha Madagascan sapphire in an open back claw set...
Diamond, Padparadscha Sapphire , Yellow Gold
0.85ct Mixed-Cut Diamond & Pink Sapphire 14K Yellow Gold Scatter Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Mixed Diamond Shape 14K Yellow Gold Scatter Ring is a stunning piece of jewelry set in 14K yellow gold.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Natural Pave Diamond Ethiopian Opal Ring in 14k Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
The original tags may not be attached. Shape: Oval Gross Weight: 2.18 Grams Approx Occasion: Wedding, Anniversary, Birthday, Christening, Christmas, Confirmation/Communion, Engagemen...
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Edwardian Ceylon sapphire and diamond coronet cluster ring, circa 1910.
Located in London, GB
Edwardian Ceylon sapphire and diamond coronet cluster ring. Set to centre with an oval old cut natural unenhanced Ceylon sapphire in an open back claw setting with an approximate wei...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Pigeon blood Burmese ruby and diamond ring, late 19th Century.
Located in London, GB
Pigeon blood Burmese ruby and diamond ring. Set to centre with a rare cushion shape old cut natural no heat Pigeon blood Burmese ruby in an open back grain setting with a weight of 1...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Purple Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
Purple Ceylon sapphire and diamond cluster ring. Centrally set with a cushion shape old cut natural unenhanced purple Ceylon sapphire in an open back claw setting, with an approximat...
Diamond, Purple Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum
New 2.76 Carat Aquamarine & Sapphire Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
The ring is a size 6.5. The stones are a fancy oval cut Aquamarine and they total 2.76 carats.
Aquamarine, Sapphire, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold
Three Stone Blue Topaz Ring 6 Diamonds 14 Karat Gold Band Stacking Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A WONDERFUL FINE BLUE TOPAZ RING WITH 6 GORGEOUS ROUND BRILLIANT CUT DIAMONDS SET IN A BEAUTIFUL DESIGN IN 14 KARAT YELLOW GOLD.
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Joseph Harris Antique Natural Burmese Sapphire Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Antique natural Burmese sapphire and diamond cluster ring. Set vertically with an oval old cut natural unenhanced Burmese sapphire in an open back claw setting with an approximate we...
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Gold
Cushion and Pear shape Color Diamond & white diamond 4.9ct Contemporary Ring
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Extending outward from this radiant core are alternating, multi-layered petals: one set showcases warm yellow gold rays tipped with an assortment of multi-shaped fancy yellow diamond...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 22 Carat Multi-Color Rose Cut & Round Diamond Cluster 18K Gold Dome Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This spectacular 18K yellow gold dome cocktail ring features over 22 carats of multi-color diamonds including a rose-cut oval center, surrounded by concentric layers of fancy yellow,...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Ceylon sapphire and diamond 'Trombino' ring, circa 1980.
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
Bulgari Ceylon sapphire and diamond 'Trombino' ring. Set to centre with one oval mixed cut natural no heat Ceylon sapphire in an open back claw setting with a weight of 8.03 carats, ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
Peter Suchy EGL Certified 1.58 Carat Three-Stone Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Three-stone oval yellow diamond 18k white gold engagement ring.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
Vintage Amethyst East-West Bezel Set Solitaire Ring, 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Delightfully comfy, vibrant and bold, this statement ring packs a stylistic punch. A rich, regal purple amethyst center stone is enrobed in a bezel in an east-west setting, a literal...
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Price Upon Request
Sicis 18K White Gold Micromosaic Ring with Diamonds and Emeralds
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
A summer garden, in the rainbow clouds. Delicate and precious micromosaic flowers sorround the exquisite central yellow fancy diamond. Yellow Diamond 7,66ct
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unique Enamel Diamond 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Open Wrap Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted in 14K Yellow Gold, this exquisite piece features fancy diamonds (0.11CT) and an oval diamond (0.15CT), accentuated by a sleek black enamel design.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
$5,840Sale Price|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold South Sea Pearl & Sapphire Cocktail Ring, 15.8mm
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Adorn your hand with the breathtaking vibrancy of this exceptional statement ring, masterfully handcrafted in warm 14K yellow gold. At the centerpiece rests a magnificent 15.8mm Sou...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Buccellati Vintage GIA Ruby Diamond 18K Gold Cocktail Ring
By Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
A striking Buccellati cocktail ring crafted in 18K yellow gold with the maison’s famous engraved gold finish. The ring features an approximately 1.70 carat GIA-certified ruby accente...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Triple Band Diamond 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Black Enamel Open Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Triple Band Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Black Enamel Open Ring is crafted from 14K yellow gold and designed to make a statement.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Open Wrap Green 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Enamel Diamond Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Made with 14K yellow gold, this ring features an open wrap design, accented with 0.09 carats of diamonds, 0.09 carats of princess cut diamonds, and 0.13 carats of oval-shaped diamonds.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
1.37 Carat Fancy Cushion Cut Lemon Citrine Gold Plated Engagement Bridal Ring
By Lustre of London
Located in London, GB
Exquisite golden hues radiate from this beautifully crafted piece. Featuring an oval cushion cut lemon citrine weighing 1.37 carat, surrounded by 2.11 carat of round brilliant cut c...
Citrine, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Sunita Nahata Opal, Tsavorite & Tourmaline 4.68ct. Ring in 18KYG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Sunita Nahata Opal, Tsavorite & Tourmaline Fancy Ring in 18KYG with Diamond. Opal: 4.68 carat, 14X10mm size, baguette oval shape.
Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Opal, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yel...
$6,830Sale Price|25% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 3.21ct Multi Color Diamond Ring 18k Two Tone
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning multi color and multi shape diamond bezel set ring with two rows of round diamonds, by Alexander Beverly Hills. 3.21 carats total diamond weight. 20 multi color and shape d...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, W...
Natural Pink Sapphire White Diamond 18K Gold Engagement Ring
By HYT Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Set in 18K yellow gold, dazzling and playful, this ring is a contemporary classic and will make the perfect addition to any jewellery collection. - Oval Shape Pink Sapphires total 0....
White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Pink Sapphire White Diamond 18K Gold Engagement Ring
By HYT Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A wonderful addition to anyone’s jewellery box, this piece would make a delightful gift. - Oval Shape Pink Sapphire 0.55 carat - Round Brilliant Cut White Diamonds total 0.17 carat ...
White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,797Sale Price|25% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 1.67ct Multi Color Diamond Ring 18k Two Tone
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning multi color diamond bezel set ring with two rows of round diamonds, by Alexander Beverly Hills. 1.67 carats total diamond weight. 7 multi color diamonds ranging from approx...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, W...
Snake Ring Diamonds “Basilisk” Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The eyes carry 2 oval shaped fancy yellow diamonds for a total of 0.64 carats.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Chaumet Burmese Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1980
By Chaumet
Located in London, GB
Chaumet Burmese ruby and diamond cluster ring. Set with six oval old cut natural unenhanced Burmese rubies in open back claw settings with a combined approximate weight of 2.50 carat...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Certified 2.01 Carat Burmese Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
.* A beautiful 2.01 carat, pigeon blood oval Burmese Ruby and fancy cut Diamond three-stone engagement ring.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$360Sale Price|20% Off
New 5.60 Carat Padparadscha Sapphire & Spinel 24k Yellow Gold PL Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
This is an amazing ring. The ring is a size 6.25. It is a beautiful fancy cut oval stone and is 5.60 carats.
Sapphire, Padparadscha Sapphire , Spinel, Silver, Sterling Silver, 24k G...
Victorian Rose Cut Diamond and Rose Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
A truly special piece, this one-of-a-kind ring is perfect for a wearer who favours a nuanced look. This is a rare English, Victorian fancy colour diamond band with approximately 2ca...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Designer Colour Diam Bangkok 18kt White Gold Diamond Ring, 0.823ct
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 3.244 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamond Shape: Oval Carat: 0.823 Colour: Vivid ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Colour Change Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Ring, circa 1905
Located in London, GB
Colour change Ceylon sapphire and diamond ring. Set to centre with an oval old cut natural unenhanced pinkish purple colour change Ceylon sapphire, pinkish purple in daylight and pin...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Edwardian Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Coronet Cluster Ring, English, circa 1915
Located in London, GB
Edwardian Ceylon sapphire and diamond coronet cluster ring. Set to center with a single cushion shape old cut natural unenhanced Ceylon sapphire in an open back claw setting witn an ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$19,600Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 0.62 Carat Natural Vivid Orange Diamond Halo Ring
By HAZAN
Located in New York, NY
A GIA Certified 0.62 Carat Natural Vivid Orange Diamond Halo Ring Cut and Natural Color came together to produce a stunning Orange Hue Center stone is Graded by the GIA as Fancy Vivi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
1.37 Carat Fancy Cushion Cut Amethyst Sterling Silver Engagement Bridal Ring
By Lustre of London
Located in London, GB
Bursting with vibrant violet hues, this beautifully multifaceted ring will attract admiring glances. Featuring an oval cushion cut amethyst weighing 1.37 carat, surrounded by 2.28 ...
Amethyst, Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Silver
1.37Carat Fancy Cushion Cut Lemon Citrine Sterling Silver Engagement Bridal Ring
By Lustre of London
Located in London, GB
Exquisite golden hues radiate front this beautifully crafted piece. Featuring an oval cushion cut lemon citrine weighing 1.37 carat, surrounded by 2.11 carat of round brilliant cut ...
Citrine, Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Silver
AIGL Certified 2.38ctw Ruby Art Deco Style Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Certified & Appraised by American International Gemological Laboratories This Burma Ruby is Beyond Rare! Ring Size: US 6.5 (Free sizing available) Natural Ruby: 1.56ct Cut: Oval T...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Rare 1.34 Carat Oval Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond, Internally Flawless GIA
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This rare 1.34 carat Fancy Vivid Yellow diamond is distinguished by exceptional saturation, natural origin, and an elegant oval modified brilliant cut.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond
$51,500
Canary diamond ring
By Pampillonia
Located in Bethesda, MD
Platinum oval canary diamond ring. The ring features a center fancy intense natural yellow oval diamond weighing 2.10 carats and two side oval diamonds weighing 1.44 carats.
Ruby Diamond Two-Tone Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A unique and stylish ring featuring a fine oval shaped ruby and fancy shaped diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1.8ct Aquamarine Ring w Natural Diamond Accents in Solid 14K Gold OV 10x8mm
Located in Columbus, OH
A sparkling 1.82 carat blue aquamarine in 14k yellow gold with a fancy all natural earth mined diamond halo.
Diamond, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Open Circle Diamond Statement Ring 14k Solid Gold Solitaire Designer Ring Band
Located in Chicago, IL
Open Circle Diamond Statement Ring 14k Solid Gold Solitaire Designer Ring Band Additional information: Base Metal: Yellow Gold, Natural Diamond, 14K Solid Gold Main Stone: Diamond M...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Star Ruby Diamond Gold Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
Vintage star ruby and diamond ring by Tiffany & Co. Set centrally with an oval cabochon natural unenhanced Burmese star ruby in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight o...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Sunita Nahata Ethiopian Opal 4.95ct. Ring in 18KYG with Mix Gemstone & Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The colorful gems make it an ideal cocktail and statement ring. Ethiopian Opal Fancy Ring in 18Karat Yellow Gold with Tsavorite and White Diamond.
White Diamond, Opal, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,872Sale Price|20% Off
18K Yellow Gold Pink Tourmaline Ring by Designer Carat, 4.29ct
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Bold yet timeless, this exquisite ring showcases a vibrant 4.29 carat oval-cut pink tourmaline, held in place by a double claw prong setting in rich 18 karat yellow gold.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Colors - Intense Yellow Diamond Mixed Shape Half Eternity Band
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
1.51 Carats Total Half Eternity Band with diamonds reaching halfway around the band Mixed Shapes: Heart, Pear, Oval, Cushion, Radiant Diamonds Crafted in 18k Yellow Gold Handmade in ...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
Rose Cut Diamond Mint Tourmaline Turquoise Pink Spinel Alexandrite Pavé Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
Handcrafted in Belgium, this ring embodies Joke Quick's passion for colour, artistry and exceptional craftsmanship. 18K Yellow Gold: 10.8 g 925 sterling silver : 1.9 g Gemstones: 5...
Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, Spinel, Alexandrite, Tourmalin...
Beauvince Butterfly Fall Ring 4.95 Ct Diamonds in White Gold
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds Shapes: Pear Shape, Oval, Cushion & Trillion Diamonds Weight: 3.80 ct Diamonds Color: Fancy Orange, Green, Yellow & Brown Diamonds Clarity: VS - SI (Very Slightly Include...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Price Upon Request
Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 6.96 Carat Greenish Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From The Museum Vault At Emilio Jewelry In New York, An astonishing Oval shaped Gia certified 5ct Greenish Yellow Diamond sits in the center of our hand made mounting. Very meticulo...
Diamond, Pink Diamond
Sunita Nahata Opal, Tsavorite, Tourmaline 5.50ct. Ring in 18KYG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Opal, Tsavorite, Pink Tourmaline Fancy Ring in 18KYG with Diamond. Opal: 5.50 carat, 14X10mm size, baguette oval shape.
Tsavorite, Tourmaline, Opal, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Go...
Sunita Nahata Morganite and Tourmaline 3.29ct. Ring in 18KRG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Morganite and Tourmaline Fancy Ring in 18Karat Yellow Gold with White Diamond.
White Diamond, Morganite, Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Sunita Nahata Opal, Tsavorite, Tourmaline 5.45ct. Ring in 18KYG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Opal, Tsavorite, Pink Tourmaline Fancy Ring in 18KYG with Diamond. Opal: 5.45 carat, 14X10mm size, baguette oval shape.
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Tourmaline, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yel...
Sunita Nahata Opal, Spessarite, Tourmaline 7.15ct. Ring in 18KYG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Sunita nahata presents a striking 18K yellow gold cocktail ring showcasing a luminous oval cabochon Australian opal, framed by a sparkling diamond halo and accented with vivid spessa...
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Tourmaline, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yel...
Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Three Stone Ring, circa 1970
Located in London, GB
Ceylon sapphire and diamond three stone ring. Set to centre with an oval old cut natural unenhanced Ceylon sapphire in an open back claw setting with a weight of 8.87 carats, flanked...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Burmese sapphire and diamond cluster ring, circa 1965.
Located in London, GB
The total approximate diamond weight is 6.48 carats, to a magnificent three row oval cluster with an intricately pierced openwork gallery and fancy open backholing, the trumpeting sh...
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 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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