$1,550,000 / item
Yellow Diamond Pear Statement Ring 18K in Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Make a luminous entrance with this Yellow Diamond Pear Statement Ring crafted in rich 18K yellow gold.
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1.50 Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond and Pave’ diamonds Cocktail Ring, GIA Certified.
Located in New York, NY
Featuring a unique Snake Diamond Ring, showcasing a remarkable GIA Certified Pear-shaped 1-carat Fancy Yellow Diamond with VS2 clarity.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.01ct Radiant Cut Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
An elegant three-stone diamond ring centered by a magnificent 3.01-carat Cushion Cut diamond, prized for its exceptional VVS2 clarity and captivating brilliance. Flanking the center ...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$15,296Sale Price|20% Off
1.02 Carat Fancy Yellow Oval Diamond and White Diamond Ring
Located in Bangkok, Bangkok
Metal: 18K White Gold Center-Stone: Fancy Yellow Diamond - 1.02 Carats Shape: Oval Diamond: Baguette Cut, Round Brilliant Cut, Rose-Cut Marquise, & Rose Cut Pear shaped Diamonds - 4....
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k 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
$240,000Sale Price|20% Off
Important Cartier 9 carat Panthère 18K Ring Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Make an unforgettable statement with the fierce sophistication of the Panthère de Cartier ring. This exquisite piece brings the Maison’s emblematic animal to life in dazzling fashion...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$22,000Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Pear cut Yellow Diamond and White Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18K Gold
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This exceptional cocktail ring is a celebration of elegance and artistry, centered around a mesmerizing pear-shaped Fancy Intense Greenish Yellow natural diamond that radiates vivid ...
Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Pear Floral Fancy Color Halo Natural Diamond Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
This avant-garde multi-band ring features three captivating pear-cut natural fancy color diamonds, including vibrant yellow and deep cognac hues, each enveloped in a shimmering white...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, R...
$108,000Sale Price|20% Off
Important 6.83 Carat GIA Fancy Yellow Cushion Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This beautifully proportioned cushion displays a luminous, saturated yellow hue with strong internal life and fire. The VVS1 clarity ensures exceptional transparency while preserving...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
Natural Fancy Deep Brown Yellow Diamond Ring, 4.00 carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
The exceptionally rare 4.00-carat fancy deep brown yellow diamond in this eye-catching ring possesses a chocolatey, yet fiery coloration that truly sets it apart.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
Tanisa Nahata Diamond 5.60ct. Twin Pear Eternity Fancy Ring in 18Karat Gold.
By Tanisa Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Introducing the Diamond Twin Pear Eternity Fancy Ring, a timeless design in 18Karat gold available in white, yellow, and rose variations.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
GIA Certified 3 Stone Ring with 5.02ct Fancy Light Yellow Pear Shape Diamond
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
This magnificent ring boasts a stunning 5.02-carat Natural Fancy Light Yellow Even VS2 Pear Shape Diamond at its center, certified by GIA with the identification number GIA#6472738113.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
14k Gold Two-tone Kunzite and Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Features: Designed in-house by Forty Seventh & Fifth 14k yellow and rose gold setting Center: Pear-cut natural kunzite, 38.93 carats Accents: 2 fancy yellow heart-shaped diamonds...
Diamond, Kunzite, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Gold GIA Cert. Round Cut Fancy Yellow Diamond with Pear Shape Side Stones
Located in New York, NY
Radiating warmth and elegance, this stunning 14k gold ring features a GIA-certified 2.13-carat round brilliant cut fancy yellow diamond at its center — a rare and captivating gemston...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Tanisa Nahata Twin Pear Shape Fancy Ring in 18Karat Rose Gold with White Diamond
By Tanisa Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Something special for yourself... and one you can pass down generations. Twin Pear shape Fancy Ring in 18 Karat Rose Gold with White Diamond.
Diamond, White Diamond, Quartz, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Whi...
GIA 1.73ct Pear Shape Brown/Green/Yellow Diamond and 1.14ctw White Diamond Ring
Located in Houston, TX
This engagement ring features one semi-mount set, GIA certified, 1.73ct, pear shaped, fancy deep brownish/greenish/yellow center diamond, surrounded by 1.14ctw of split prong-set rou...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$24,000Sale Price|20% Off
Certified Cocktail Ring with Pear Natural Fancy Color Rose-Cut Diamonds 18K Gold
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This Certified Cocktail ring is an ode to exquisite craftsmanship, featuring pear-shaped Natural Fancy-Color rose-cut diamonds that shimmer with soft, romantic hues. Each diamond is ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold
$70,400Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 3.05 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
A striking and elegant ring centered by a 3.05 carat natural Fancy Intense Yellow diamond, certified by GIA.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
$1,752Sale Price / item|20% Off
Victorian-Inspired Fancy Yellow Diamond Flower Cluster Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This cluster ring showcases a 0.76 carat diamond set in 14K yellow gold. The pear-shaped center diamond measuring 5.2 x 3.2 mm surrounded by sparkling round diamonds measuring 2.3 mm...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$17,000Sale Price|20% Off
Certified Cocktail Ring with Pear Natural Fancy Color Rose-Cut Diamonds 18K Gold
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This captivating certified cocktail ring showcases an exquisite arrangement of pear-shaped natural fancy color rose-cut diamonds, beautifully set in 18K gold. Each diamond is meticul...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Toi et Moi Ring in 21k Gold with Two Pear-Shaped Diamonds, GIA Certified
By Jaqueline Powers
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Item Type: Ring Style: Toi et Moi / Contemporary with Antique Diamonds Metal: 21k Gold Setting Style: Three petal-shaped prongs per stone Design Details: Curved band, hand-made organ...
Diamond, Gold
$5,280Sale Price|34% Off
Gia Certified, 0.64ct, Natural Fancy Intense Orange-Yellow Diamond Ring 18 Karat
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Presenting an extraordinary piece of jewelry featuring a remarkable 0.64ct natural fancy intense orange-yellow diamond, elegantly set on an 18kt gold ring.
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
Fancy Colored Diamond Ring Sz 7 Stacking Band 18k Yellow Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Fancy colored pear shaped yellow diamond is estimated at 0.20 carats (estimated at I2 clarity).
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Colors - Huge Looking 4.49ct GIA Light Yellow VS1 Pear Shape Diamond Ring
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
This stunning ring features a 4.49-carat pear-shaped diamond, graded Light Yellow (W-X) with VS1 clarity, offering a luminous and warm glow.
Yellow Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
3.50ct. Fancy Vivid Orangy Yellow & white Diamond Engagement Ring GIA Report
Located in New York, NY
Discover the elegance of our exquisite Toi et Moi ring, featuring a 1.05-carat pear-shaped fancy vivid orangy yellow diamond, GIA certified with SI1 clarity, paired with a 2.01-carat...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Two-stone Pear shape white & yellow diamond cocktail ring, Gia certified
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
It showcases two beautifully matched natural Pear-shaped diamonds: 1.02 carat G color, SI2 clarity Pear shape 1.02 carat Fancy Light Yellow diamond Pear shape Both diamonds are GI...
Diamond, 18k Gold
New 18K Yellow Gold 1.88ct SSEF Pear Emerald Solitaire & Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This stunning, SSEF certified, emerald and diamond engagement ring is newly crafted in solid 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
Sunita Nahata Citrine 7.30ct. Fancy Ring in 14Karat Yellow Gold with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Elevate your jewelry collection with Pear-Shaped Citrine & Diamond Cocktail Ring in 14K Yellow Gold.
White Diamond, Citrine, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,480Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified, 1.00ct Fancy Deep Yellow Natural Diamond Ring for Women Halo Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This stunning ring is a true testament to luxury and elegance, featuring a breathtaking 1.00 carat Fancy Deep Yellow natural color pear-shaped diamond as the centerpiece.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Fancy Yellow and Orange Diamond Flower-Motif Cocktail Ring in 18k Gold
By Novel Collections
Located in New York, NY
Five perfectly matched pear-shaped fancy yellow diamonds, totaling 1.08 carats, form the elegant petals of the flower.
Yellow Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Fancy Yellow Brown 1.65 Carat Diamonds "X" Deco 14 Karat Ring*
Located in New York, NY
"X" & Fancy's. Natural Yellow & brown diamonds ring.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.56 CT Natural Yellow White Pear Diamond 14K Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Westport, CT
One diamond is a fancy yellow pear-shaped diamond weighing approximately 1.52 CT, measuring approximately 8.10 × 5.90 × 4.15 mm, displaying even color distribution and approximately ...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$1,584Sale Price / item|20% Off
VR Jewels Fancy Yellow Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This three-stone engagement ring features 0.67 carats of diamonds, 14K yellow gold. The center diamond accented by two pear-shaped side diamonds. The diamonds, measuring approximate...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$88,000Sale Price|20% Off
Harry Winston GIA 2.8 Carat Fancy Yellow White Diamond Cluster Ring
By Harry Winston
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional signed Harry Winston ring The center stone is framed by a refined cluster of pear-shaped white diamonds and delicate accents of round brilliant cut white and fancy y...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.14 cts GIA Certified Extraordinary Fancy Green Yellow Cushion Diamond Ring
By Leibish and Co. USA Inc
Located in New York, NY
Discover the extraordinary beauty of this Fancy Green Yellow cushion diamond ring, featuring a stunning 2.14-carat GIA-certified center stone.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
GIA 1.21ct Radiant Three-Stone Decorated Gallery 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This remarkable piece is enhanced by two elegantly prong-set pear-shaped side stones, artfully arranged atop a sleek, brightly polished yellow gold band.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Fancy Vivid Yellow Radiant-Cut Diamond and White Diamond Flower Ring GIA Cert.
Located in New York, NY
Details: Center Stone: 1.01 Carat Fancy Vivid Yellow Radiant-Cut Diamond, SI1 Clarity (GIA Certified) Surrounding Diamonds: 3.21 Carats Total White Rose-Cut Pear-Shaped Diamonds Meta...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique 0.80 Carat Fancy Golden Brown Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a classically styled diamond solitaire engagement ring. This antique piece showcases a single pear shaped diamond boasting a fancy golden brown colour tone in a platinum...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Toi et Moi Ring 1.43 Carat Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond GIA Certified
Located in New York, NY
Adorned with a 0.49 carat Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond heart-shaped, GIA certified as SI1 in clarity, and pear-shaped Colorless Diamonds, totaling 0.39 carat, this ring is a true marve...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.01ct Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA Certified Natural Fancy Intense Yellow 2.01 carat Cushion with Side Diamonds in Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Fancy Yellow Diamond Three-stone Ring features a Natural Fancy Int...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
2.5 Carat Natural Oval Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum GIA
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your fine jewelry collection with this extraordinary 2.50 carat Natural Fancy Vivid Yellow oval diamond ring, meticulously handcrafted to maximize brilliance and sophisticati...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Fancy Colored Diamond Ring Sz 6.75 Square Stacking Band 14k Yellow Gold Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Fancy colored square shaped brown-light yellow diamond is estimated at 0.20 carats (estimated at I2 clarity).
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fancy Yellow & White Diamond Pave in 18K Two Tone Gold Butterfly Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A fancy yellow and white diamond 18K two-tone rose and white gold butterfly motif cocktail ring, featuring four pear-shaped fancy yellow diamonds as wings, one kite-shaped fancy yell...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Mark Broumand 5.59 Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond Cluster Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This ravishing two-tone cluster ring showcases 5.59ct of fancy yellow diamonds of various shaped including marquise, pear and heart shaped diamonds.
GIA 1.5ct Emerald Three-Stone Decorated Gallery 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This remarkable piece is enhanced by two elegantly prong-set pear-shaped side stones, artfully arranged atop a sleek, brightly polished yellow gold band.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Mixed Cut Fancy Cognac Pavé Diamond Dome Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
It comes with an appraisal card, verifying its authenticity and current appraisal value. Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Heart Shaped Diamond Stone Count: 4 Heart Shaped Diamond Carat W...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sunita Nahata Citrine 3.41ct. Fancy Ring in 14KYG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Citrine Fancy Ring in 14Karat Yellow Gold with White Diamond.
Citrine, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow 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 cushion-cut Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond, GIA Certified as VS2 clarity.
Yellow Diamond, 18k 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
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
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
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
GIA Certified 1.01ct HeartShape Fancy Green-Yellow Color Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Exquisite 18K White Gold Heart-Shaped Fancy Green-Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring – The Perfect Proposal Ring and Gift for Her Introducing an extraordinary engagement ring that embod...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sunita Nahata Citrine 2.57ct. Fancy Ring in 14KYG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Radiating warmth and elegance, this fancy ring features a vibrant pear-shaped citrine set in 14K yellow gold.
Citrine, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
1.04 Carat Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond Flower Cocktail Ring GIA Report, 18k Gold
By Novel Collections
Located in New York, NY
The ring boasts 8 pear-shaped diamonds weighing 1.36 carats, accompanied by 116 brilliant-cut diamonds weighing 0.39 carats.
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Fancy Cut Shape Yellow Sapphire White Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Statement Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
A striking and ornate ring featuring an intricate design with vibrant yellow sapphire and white diamonds. The ring is adorned with a mix of pear and round-shaped gemstones, set in a...
White Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sunita Nahata Red Garnet 3.10ct. Fancy Ring in 14KYG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A striking Red Garnet Fancy Ring in 14K Yellow Gold, featuring a pear-shaped garnet gemstone embraced by a sparkling halo of diamonds.
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 14k 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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