1.50ct. Cushion Natural Fancy Yellow-Orange Diamond Engagement Ring, GIA Report.
Located in New York, NY
This stunning engagement ring showcases a 1.50 carat natural fancy yellow-orange cushion cut diamond as its centerpiece, GIA certified with SI2 clarity.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
9 Carat Marquise Statement Fancy Yellow A Crown-Worthy Fancy Rarity Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 9 carats, marquise, statement ring, diamond ring. A collector-facing piece where proportion and light return are treated as non-negotiable. Colour family: Fancy Yellow....
Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.52 Carat Fancy Greenish Yellow SI2 Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 7.57 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Cushion Carat: 7.57 ct Colour: Fa...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diana M Platinum GIA Certified Natural Fancy Color Diamond Cluster Ring
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent Platinum GIA Certified Diamond flower ring. Five Fancy color pear shapes are certified by GIA, totaling 4.62 Carats and 0.53 Carat F VS1 in the Center. This ring is desi...
Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.35 Carat Fancy Light Brownish Greenish Yellow VS2 Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 6.23 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Cushion Carat: 1.35 ct Colour...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified Fancy Yellow, Pink and White Diamond Ring in Platinum 950 & 18K
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
GIA Certified Fancy Yellow Cushion Cut Diamond Ring.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.60 Carat Fancy Light Brownish Greenish Yellow VS1 Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 4.817 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Cushion Carat: 1.60 ct Colou...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
10 Carat Heart Shape Statement Fancy Yellow A Crown-Worthy Fancy Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 10 carats, heart shape, statement ring, diamond ring. Designed to feel like a personal signature: refined, wearable, and unmistakably high-end. Colour family: Fancy Yel...
Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 12.77ct natural emerald fancy colors cocktail diamond ring 18kt
Located in New York, NY
Green Pear Allure. 8.63ct. Natural GIA Certified Emerald Ring GIA Certified Report ID: 5161616364 18.78 X 12.46 X 5.71mm Full cut pear brilliant Clean Clarity & Transparent Vi...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 12.77ct natural emerald fancy colors cocktail diamond ring 18kt
Located in New York, NY
Green Pear Allure. 8.63ct. Natural GIA Certified Emerald Ring GIA Certified Report ID: 5161616364 18.78 X 12.46 X 5.71mm Full cut pear brilliant Clean Clarity & Transparent Vi...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
4 Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond Floral Cluster Ring 22K & 18K Gold, GIA Report
By Novel Collections
Located in New York, NY
An impressive Art Nouveau-Inspired Cocktail Cluster Ring showcasing a mesmerizing fusion of a 2.13 Carat Fancy Yellow Cushion-Shaped Diamond, certified by GIA as VVS2 in clarity, and...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
8 Carat total weight Pear Statement Fancy Pink, A Crown-Worthy Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Diamond Ring Overview & Legacy Story Celebrating the powerful allure of Fancy Yellow diamonds, this Legacy ring showcases approximately 8 carats of pear shape diamonds in a lumin...
Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold Cocktail Ring 0.60 ct Fancy Yellow Green Diamond GIA Scarselli
By SCARSELLI
Located in New York, NY
18k white gold cocktail ring featuring a GIA-certified 0.60 carat natural fancy yellowish green diamond, fancy light-yellow pear cut yellow diamonds.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
1 Carat Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond Engagement Cocktail Ring, GIA Certified 18K G
Located in New York, NY
A gorgeous Engagement Cocktail ring Showcasing 1.02 Carat radiant cut Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond, GIA Certified as VS2 clarity. with colorful accents of 0.12 carat Fancy Pink heart s...
Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.04 Carat Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond Flower Cocktail Ring GIA Report, 18k Gold
By Novel Collections
Located in New York, NY
A gorgeous ring adorned with 1.04 carats of Fancy Vivid Yellow diamonds, emerald cut GIA certified as VVS2, set in a charming flower motif.
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,600Sale Price|20% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills GIA 1ct Fancy Yellow Diamond Three Stone Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning fancy yellow diamond three stone ring, GIA certified.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,140Sale Price|21% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills GIA 1.01ct Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring 18k Two Tone
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern GIA certified fancy yellow diamond three stone like ring, two-tone 18k white and yellow.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gol...
GIA Certified, 1.03ct Fancy Vivid Yellow Emerald Cut Solitaire Diamond ring 18KT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This exceptional ring proudly features a mesmerizing GIA-certified 1.03-carat Fancy Vivid Yellow emerald-cut diamond as its centerpiece, encapsulated in an 18-karat gold setting.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Scarselli Mosaic Cocktail Ring Natural 1 Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond Cushion GIA
By SCARSELLI
Located in New York, NY
Cocktail Ring with GIA-Certified 1.00 Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond Center Stone Mosaic Style Statement Ring with Fancy Color Diamonds on 18k Yellow Gold Setting. 3.38 carats of fancy c...
Diamond, 18k Gold
GIA 5.23 Carat Fancy Vivid Yellow VS2 Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
GIA certified center 5.23ct fancy vivid yellow/VS2 emerald cut diamond, set in platinum, surrounded with approx. 2.80ctw in pear cut diamonds.
Diamond
GIA Certified 4.09 Carat Fancy Brownish Greenish Yellow SI1 Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 4.85 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Cushion Carat: 4.09 ct Colour: Fa...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1 Carat Fancy Vivid Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond Ring, GIA Certified, in 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
1.02 Carat Fancy Vivid Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond Ring, GIA Certified, in 18K Gold A beautifully handcrafted ring featuring a 1.02-carat Fancy Vivid Yellow Radiant Cut diamond (VS2 c...
Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.33 Carat Pear Statement Fancy Yellow 14K Gold Colour-Collector’s Treasure
Located in Mumbai, IN
Ma Long · The discipline to refine technique over years is mirrored here in the refinement of each pear facet and the exacting balance of fancy yellow tone in this $24500 2.33ct pear...
Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
6 Carat Radiant Diamond Ring Fancy Yellow 14K Gold A Crown-Worthy Fancy Rarity
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 6 carats, radiant, diamond ring. A connoisseur-led design where the face-up stays calm, crisp, and intentionally luxurious. Colour family: Fancy Yellow. Metal: 14K Whit...
Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$30,000Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Pear Cut Fancy White Diamond and multi color Rosecut Diamond Gold ring
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This ring is a unique statement ring with Pear cut Fancy White Diamond and multi color rosecut diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
18kt Yellow and White Gold Diamond Fancy Ring
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18kt yellow and white gold diamond ring with center gia certified 3.40ct pear shape fancy brownish yellow, vs2 in clarity diamond (psc268) set with 2.57 carats of fancy color diamon...
Diamond, White Gold
0.78 ct Fancy Light Yellow Green Radiant Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring GIA Scarselli
By SCARSELLI
Located in New York, NY
Maximalist cocktail ring featuring rare natural light yellow-green diamond center stone. 0.78 carat fancy light greenish-yellow radiant cut diamond cocktail ring on an elaborate diam...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Y...
GIA Certified, 1.01ct Cushion Fancy Deep Orangy Yellow Natural Diamond Ring 18kt
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Introducing a radiant addition to our exclusive Summer Collection, behold the captivating beauty of this 1.01ct Fancy Deep Orangy Yellow cushion-shaped diamond ring.
Diamond, 18k Gold
$300,000Sale Price|20% Off
10.38 Carat Moi&Toi Fancy Yellow Diamond Pave Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
The first main stone is a natural pear brilliant cut diamond weighing 3.59 carats, categorized as fancy vivid yellow in color, with SI2 clarity and measurements of 13.13 x 9.07 x 4.9...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
14 Carat Pear Statement Fancy brownish pink Diamond Ring Collector’s Treasure
Located in Mumbai, IN
Val Kilmer · Hollywood jewellery buyers quietly prioritise pear quality and fancy yellow harmony over trend; this 5 carat pear cut rare fancy vivid orangy pink diamond ring is concei...
Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2 Carat Pear Statement Fancy Pink Colour-Collector’s Treasure Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
How the Diamonds Work Together on the Ring Seen in natural daylight or under evening lights, the Fancy Yellow pear shape diamonds respond as a single chorus.
Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.53 Carat Pear Cut Brown Diamond Halo Pave Engagement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA-certified 2.53 carat pear-shaped fancy brown-yellow diamond in 18K two-tone gold halo setting featuring SI1 clarity with rose gold prongs and white gold pave diamond band.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$13,500Sale Price|28% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills GIA 1ct VS1 Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond Three Stone Ring
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning fancy vivid yellow diamond three stone ring with peekaboo, GIA certified.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
10 Carat Pear Cut Diamond Engagement Ring GIA Certified FBGY SI1
By Mike Nekta New York
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Center Diamond: Carat Weight: 10.01 Carats Color : Fancy Brownish Greenish Yellow Clarity: SI1 Style: Pear Cut Ring: Settings: Metal: 18 Karat White Gold Style: Ca...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.36 Carat Pear Statement Fancy Yellow 18K Gold Sunlit Royal Radiance Signature
Located in Mumbai, IN
Chloe Kim · Coaches talk about controllables; in this 1.36ct pear shape fancy intense yellow diamond and diamond ring, the controllables are the precision of pear and the purity of f...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
3.48ctw. Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond & Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold and Plat
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pear Shape Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond and Pear Shape Diamond ring set in 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
10 Carat Radiant Statement Fancy Yellow -Collector’s Treasure Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 10 carats, radiant, statement ring, diamond ring. A serious diamond ring with disciplined selection—meant to read clean at normal viewing distance. Colour family: Fancy...
Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
3.55 Carat Heart Shape Statement Fancy Yellow Colour-Collector Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 3.55 carats, heart shape, statement ring, diamond ring. Built for clients who judge a ring in motion, not only in perfect studio light. Colour family: Fancy Yellow. The...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
3 Carat pear Brilliant Statement Fancy Pink Diamond Ring Rare Fancy-Color
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 3 carats, round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. A modern classic that balances presence with polish, engineered for long-term wear. Colour family: Fancy Pink. ...
Pink Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2.5 Carat Pear Statement Fancy brown pink Royal Radiance Heirloom Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
How the Diamonds Work Together on the Ring Rather than simply lining up fancy colour diamonds, this design treats the approximately 2.5 carats of Fancy Yellow pear shape diamonds as ...
Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$9,550,000 / item
8 Carat pear Brilliant Statement Fancy Pink 14K Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 10 carats, round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. A collector-facing piece where proportion and light return are treated as non-negotiable. Colour family: Fancy...
Pink Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Gold, Fancy Orange-Yellow Diamond, and Diamond Bombe Ring
Located in Princeton, NJ
. -18 karat yellow gold -Pear shaped fancy orange yellow diamond weighing approximately 6.00 carats -180 near colorless round brilliant diamonds weighing approximately 4.50 carats -...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$37,500Sale Price|25% Off
GIA Certified 2.69ct Pear Chameleon I1 Natural Diamond Horse Head Ring in 18k
Located in New York, NY
At its center lies a mesmerizing pear modified brilliant stone, weighing an impressive 2.69 carats, showcasing a fancy dark brownish greenish yellow Hued Chameleon Color Changing Uni...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
5.03 Carat Radiant Statement Fancy vivid Yellow Colour-Collector’s Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 5.03 carats, radiant, statement ring, diamond ring. A collector-facing piece where proportion and light return are treated as non-negotiable. Colour family: Fancy Yello...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified Cocktail Ring with 5.02 Carat Fancy Heart Shape Brilliant
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Designed and custom made by M&V Vanguard Jewelry in 2020, Ring features Diamond Double twisted shank, Fancy gallery Under the center stone , specifically designed to highlight a beau...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
10 Carat Radiant Halo Diamond Ring Fancy Yellow 14K White Gold
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 10 carats, radiant, halo, diamond ring. Designed to feel like a personal signature: refined, wearable, and unmistakably high-end. Colour family: Fancy Yellow. Metal: 14...
Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
4 Carat Radiant Statement Fancy Yellow Sunlit Royal Radiance Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 4 carats, radiant, statement ring, diamond ring. Created for those who prefer quiet power—brilliance without chaos. Colour family: Fancy Yellow. Metal: 14K White Gold. ...
Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
8 Carat Radiant Statement Fancy Yellow Colour-Collector’s Treasure Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 8 carats, radiant, statement ring, diamond ring. Created for those who prefer quiet power—brilliance without chaos. Colour family: Fancy Yellow. Metal: 14K White Gold. ...
Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
6 Carat Pear Statement Fancy Yellow Sunlit Royal Radiance Diamond Ringp
Located in Mumbai, IN
Brock Lesnar · Championship rings are heavy with symbolism; this 6 carat pear cut fancy yellow ring distils that feeling into a refined pear profile and focused fancy yellow brightne...
Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1 Carat Pear Statement Fancy Green green A Crown-Worthy Rarity Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
The presence of pear shape diamonds in this Fancy Yellow palette gives the ring a calm, confident radiance that transcends trend and season.
Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
5 Carat Pear Statement Fancy light pink 14K Gold Sunlit Royal Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Princess Sophie of Liechtenstein · In many dynasties, the passing down of a pear ring in a signature fancy yellow marks the quiet transfer of responsibility; this 5 carat fancy pink ...
Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1 Carat Pear Diamond Ring Statement Fancy blue green White Gold Colour-Collector
Located in Mumbai, IN
Prince Abdul Mateen of Brunei · Many royal engagement rings feature classic pear silhouettes in noble fancy yellow tones that feel beyond fashion; this $49500 1ct light blue pear sha...
Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$16,000Sale Price|20% Off
Fancy Yellow Natural Diamond Floral Multi-Band Ring in White Gold
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A radiant celebration of nature and craftsmanship, this exquisite ring features a captivating floral motif brought to life with vivid fancy yellow natural diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Price Upon Request
Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 5.50 Carat Fancy Green Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the Museum Vault at Emilio Jewelry New York, Main stone: Gia certified natural 5.50 carats Fancy yellow Green diamond. Setting: 107 white diamonds with a total of about 0.54 ca...
Blue Diamond, Pink Diamond
Twin-Stone Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond and Diamond Ring
Located in Weston, MA
A 0.67 fancy intense yellow pear modified brilliant-cut diamond and a 0.62 carat pear brilliant-cut diamond with round accent diamonds, mounted in 18k yellow gold and platinum Size...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$38,200Sale Price|20% Off
4.06ct Fancy Yellow Diamond Three-Stone Halo Ring 18k Two Tone
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Beautiful pear fancy yellow diamond three-stone with halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold with milgrain work.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Whi...
Scarselli 5 Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring
By SCARSELLI
Located in New York, NY
From SCARSELLI, this 5-carat Fancy Yellow Diamond GIA certified (see certificate picture for detailed stone information).
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
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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