Sold|$3,800
Five Square Cut Chrysolite Gold Band Ring
By Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection
Located in Stamford, CT
The stones, of generous size, are in beaded settings of 15 kt gold. The rings shoulders continue the beading unifying the design.
Beryl, 15k Gold
LeVian 14 Karat Yellow Gold Heliodor & Diamond Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in McLeansville, NC
A LeVian 14 karat yellow gold heliodor beryl and diamond ring. This ring features a prong set, cushion cut heliodor beryl weighing approximately 1.50 carats surrounded by a halo of f...
Beryl, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
LeVian 14 Karat Yellow Gold Heliodor & Diamond Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in McLeansville, NC
A LeVian 14 karat yellow gold heliodor beryl and diamond ring. This ring features a prong set, cushion cut heliodor beryl weighing approximately 1.50 carats surrounded by a halo of f...
Diamond, Beryl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
LeVian 14 Karat Yellow Gold Heliodor & Diamond Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in McLeansville, NC
A LeVian 14 karat yellow gold heliodor beryl and diamond ring. This ring features a prong set, cushion cut heliodor beryl weighing approximately 1.50 carats surrounded by a halo of f...
Beryl, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Byzantine-Inspired 18K Gold Ring with Heliodor, Diamonds & Ruby in 18 Karat Gold
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
The band is 4.7mm wide and 1.7mm thick. This 18 karat yellow gold ring weighs 5.9 grams.
Beryl, Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Beryl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...
47.40 Carat Asscher Cut White Topaz Diamond Gold Ring
By Coach House
Located in Montreal, QC
Natural Asscher cut Topaz surrounded with 111 brilliant round cut diamonds in a beautifully handmade 18k white gold statement ring from the Coach House Workshop; The Square Asscher c...
Beryl, Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold
Sold|$1,200
Retro 1940s Multi Stone Gold Sputnik Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
This bold retro forties ring features vibrant tourmaline, citrine, amethyst, garnet, topaz, aquamarine, and beryl, bezel-set and cheerfully scattered on a gold dome.
Amethyst, Beryl, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, Topaz, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, ...
Huge Retro 1940s Multi Stone Gold Sputnik Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Vibrant tourmaline, citrine, amethyst, garnet, topaz, aquamarine, and beryl are bezel-set and scattered cheerfully on a gold dome in this bold retro forties ring.
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Beryl, Citrine, Garnet, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Multi Flower Multi Gemstones 18 Karat White Gold Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Metal: 18k White Gold Diamonds Details: Round brilliant diamonds Gemstone Details: Garnet, Peridote, Amathyst, Citrine, and Topaz 5.75mm each Item Weight: 11.5 gr Comes With: This...
Amethyst, Beryl, Citrine, Garnet, Topaz, 18k Gold
Sold|$1,400
Tree of Life Faceted Ring
Located in Cohasset, MA
Lovely detailed small carving in a light green beryl faceted stone (by Master Idar-Oberstein carver) of the "tree of life". Stone is set in an 18 karat polished frame and twist wire ...
Beryl, 18k Gold
Aquamarine Ring Yellow Gold Jewelry Report Classic Oval Cut Gem LGBTQ Engagement
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold ring with natural Aquamarine classic oval cut aquamarine origin - Brazil aquamarine weight - 0.3 carats stone measurements - 0.08 х 0.16 х 0.24 in / 2 х 4 х 6 mm ...
Aquamarine, Beryl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White and Yellow Gold Multi-Color Gemstone Cocktail Ring
By Rosior
Located in Porto, PT
Rosior by Manuel Rosas 19,2k Yellow and White Gold with Different Color and Cut Gemstones: - Coral - Beryl, - Aquamarine, - Jade, - Rutilated Quartz, - Tourmalines, - Turquoise...
Aquamarine, Beryl, Coral, Diamond, Jade, Quartz, Ruby, Tourmaline, Turqu...
Sold|$8,000
Hyper-Modern Swiss Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
The heavy eighteen-karat (Rose Yellow and white gold) ring perfectly complements the vivid 16.0 carat green beryl.
Beryl, 18k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Eternity Mulit-Colored Rainbow Gemstone Ring
By Ashley Childs
Located in Bozeman, MT
Eternity Mulit-Colored Rainbow Gemstone Ring, Size 6 1/2, by Ashley Childs Gemstones include citrine, smokey quartz, quartz, garnet, tourmaline, peridot. Perfect for day or night. ...
Blue Sapphire, Fire Opal, Green Beryl, Blue Topaz, Tourmaline, Topaz, Sp...
Sold|$25,111
Emerald Ring with Diamonds in 18K Gold
Located in LA, CA
Item #8112 GGA (Gemassure Gemological Appraisals) Certified 18K Emerald Ring 4.37 carat Emerald and 1.35 carat Diamonds Eighteen karat (18K) white gold natural emerald beryl and d...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
Marvelous 2.05 Carat Emerald-Cut Emerald and Diamond 18K White Gold Ring Tamir
By Tamir
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Marvelous 2.05 Carat Emerald-Cut Emerald 18K White Gold Ring with 1.35 Carats of Diamonds – A Statement of Elegance Tamir by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills. Introducing a breathtaki...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Beryl, 18k Gold, White ...
Emerald-Cut Emerald and Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold - Luxury Beverly Hills
By Tamir
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Exquisite 2.88 Carat Emerald-Cut Emerald and Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold – A Masterpiece of Elegance Tamir by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills. A Timeless Statement of Sophisticati...
Beryl, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, White ...
Sold|$38,800
Emerald Ring with Diamonds in 18K Gold
Located in LA, CA
Item #8111 GGA (Gemassure Gemological Appraisals) Certified 18K Emerald Ring 8.58 carat Emerald and 1.28 carat Diamonds Eighteen karat (18K) white gold natural emerald beryl and d...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
Sold|$1,450
1920s Art Deco Pierced 18k Gold Ring
Located in Wallkill, NY
White Gold Deco Ring, Green Beryl Stone Fabulous pierce work on the Ring Prongs are made out of floral motifs, just elegant Ring is 5-7/8" and can be sized
White Gold, 18k Gold
Sold|$2,900
Panther Ring Mini
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Panther ring mini, in 18K rose gold, set with a total of 162 natural pink round diamonds weighing 0.80 carats, 10 round white diamonds weighing 0.06 carats on the tail end, and 2 rou...
Beryl, Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, 18...
Sold|$8,880
Panther Pink Diamond Ring 2.52 Carats
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Panther Pink Diamond ring, set with a total of 2.52 carats of round natural Pink Diamonds, accented by Emeralds in the eyes weighing a total of 0.05 carats, in 18K rose gold. Ring si...
Beryl, Diamond, Pink Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, R...
Sold|$35,000
Emerald Ring Cushion Cut 4.66 Carats
By Tamir
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Emerald engagement ring featuring a 4.66 carat vibrant Emerald cushion cut, accented by a total of 1.06 carats of round brilliant diamonds, in 18K white gold. Emerald ring size 6.5. ...
Beryl, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Other, Gold, 18k...
Sold|$7,950
Panther Ring 2.48 Carat Diamonds
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
White gold diamond ring, featuring a Panther, set with a total of 2.48 carats of round brilliant diamonds and 0.07 carats of Emeralds in the eyes. Diamond ring size 7.5. Resizing is ...
Beryl, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue S...
Sold|$18,750
Colombian Emerald Ring Cushion Cut 2.82 Carats
By Tamir
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Colombian Emerald ring featuring a 2.82 carat cushion cut Emerald, surrounded by round brilliant micro pave diamonds weighing a total of 0.79 carats, in an 18K white gold engagement ...
Beryl, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, ...
Sold|$11,800
Aquamarine Ring 4.74 Carat Shield
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This 4.74 carat custom cut shield Aquamarine ring, is adorned by a total of 0.51 carat diamonds on the split platinum shank. This unique Madagascar Aquamarine is hand set and secured...
Aquamarine, Beryl, Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Other, Platin...
Aquamarine Ring Emerald Cut 9.59 Carats
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vivid blue Aquamarine emerald cut, weighing a total of 9.59 carats, hand set in a magnificent platinum ring, adorned by a total of 0.88 carats total of round brilliant diamonds, set ...
Aquamarine, Beryl, Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Other, Platin...
Louis Newman & Co GIA Certified 4.31 Carats Emerald and Diamond Ring
By Louis Newman & Company
Located in New York, NY
This custom 18k White gold ring has 1.80 carats of E/F color VS quality round diamonds and 2 elongated step cut Trapezoid shaped diamonds weighing 0.50 carat total and are of matchin...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Green Beryl, 18k Gold
Sold|$8,900
Morganite Ring 10.69 Carat Fancy Cut
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
10.69 carat Morganite, showcasing a pristine and unique fancy cut, is surrounded by 0.15 carats total of round diamonds, to comprise this magnificent 18K rose gold ring. Size 6. Resi...
Diamond, Morganite, White Diamond, Beryl, Multi-gemstone, Rose Gold, 18k...
Sold|$28,000
Natural Aquamarine Ring Pear Shape 13.70 Carats
By Tamir
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Aquamarine ring featuring a highly prized, 13.70 carat natural, unheated Aquamarine pear shape, adorned by a total of 1.24 carats of diamonds. Master-crafted by hand in 18K yellow go...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Beryl, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Other, 18k Go...
Sold|$220,000
Colombian Emerald Ring 9.07 Carat Gubelin Certified
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Colombian Emerald ring showcasing an extremely vibrant 9.07 carat cushion cut Emerald, hand set in this spectacular 4.76 carat diamond, platinum and 18K yellow gold setting. The Gube...
Diamond, Emerald, Beryl, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Yellow...
AGL Certified 3.53 Carat Colombian Emerald and Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A powerful looking ring. This is the perfect example of a Colombian emerald. Colombian emeralds are the finest specimens of emeralds especially when they have this color of green. Th...
Beryl, Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, ...
Rosior one-off Aquamarine, Sapphire, Amethyst, Topaz and Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Rosior
Located in Porto, PT
Rosior Contemporary Cocktail Ring set in White and Yellow Gold with: - 2 Aquamarines with 13,47 ct; - 1 Amethyst with 4,03 ct; - 1 Yellow Beryl with 1,25 ct; - 1 Ruby with 0,16 ct; -...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Diamond, Brown Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Topaz, Tou...
Van Cleef and Arpels Emerald Diamond Stacking Band
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels Stacking Band Green Emerald Cabochon & Diamonds Stacking Ring, this variation also produced in ruby and sapphire from the 1970's Measurements: 8.2 mm x 5.5 mm x...
Beryl, Emerald, 18k Gold
Natural Colombian Emerald Emerald Cut 2.17 Carats AGL Certified Untreated
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This immensely rare 2.17 carat, natural, no oil Colombian Emerald, emerald cut, is sought after by the world's most avid gem collectors globally, and is out of reach for the average ...
Emerald, Beryl, Other, Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k...
Sold|$5,800
1960s Mod Yellow Beryl Gold Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 18k, Swiss. This stylish yellow beryl ring has sixties bravura and flair. The heavy eighteen-karat ring perfectly complements the vivid 15.50 carat yellow beryl, giving ...
Beryl, 18k Gold
Golden-Champagne Round Beryl in Yellow Gold Ring
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Brazilian handmade 18Kt Yellow Gold ring set with a Round Golden-Champagne Color Beryl.
Beryl, 18k Gold
Sold|$8,500
Massive Golden Beryl Cocktail Ring
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A Chic Golden Beryl Cocktail ring. The 14k yellow gold 1 1/2" x 1 1/8" cocktail ring in a freeform gold mount with a large oval gold Beryl and approximately 2.00cts of round white di...
Beryl, Citrine, Topaz, 14k Gold
Large 16 Carat Yellow Beryl 14kt Gold Cocktail Ring
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Glittering large emerald cushion cut natural 16 carat yellow Beryl set in a 14 Kt yellow gold ring size 7.5 (sizable).
Beryl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$1,349
1960s Gold Mid Century Men's Ring Blue Beryl
Located in Wallkill, NY
Handsome Blue stone 10k Gold Ring circa 1960s. This can easily be worn by a men or women. Size is 7.75. This can be sized by us or your jeweler. This is out of a massive collection ...
Beryl, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Midcentury green Italian ring, organic design, Beryl, 18kt gold
Located in VALLADOLID, ES
Stunning and original organic Italian design ring made of yellow gold, with a large natural beryl as the main stone.
Beryl, Gold
Blue Iolite Yellow Beryls Diamonds White Gold Modern Ring
By Botta gioielli
Located in Milano, IT
A geometric ring set in 18 carat White Gold with an intense 7.20 carat blue Iolite, 5.30 carat Yellow Beryls and 0.40 carat Diamonds The Finger Size is 7, can be resized.
Beryl, Diamond, Iolite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Norway Blue Beryl 14K Yellow Gold Unique Band Ring
Located in Sewickley, PA
Crafted in solid 14K yellow gold and weighing 5.5 grams, it showcases a captivating cabochon blue beryl, prized for its serene translucence and luminous color.
Beryl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Lime Beryl and Green Tourmaline Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold Lime Beryl: 1 emerald cut = 17.36ct Green Tourmaline: 2 elongated emerald cut = 4.10cttw Ring Size: 7 (please allow up to 2 additional busi...
Beryl, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Morganite, Beryl and Aquamarine Ring, Gold-Plated Silver
Located in Bad Kissingen, DE
- Description of the - 925 Silver, gold-plated - hallmarked with the fineness - 1 oval faceted aquamarine with dimensions of approx. 16 x 11.6 x 9 mm with growth characteristics - 1 ...
Aquamarine, Beryl, Morganite, Sterling Silver
Mid-Century Modern 27.00 Carat Natural Green Beryl Yellow Gold Statement Ring
Located in Towson, MD
This large alluring 27.00 carat faceted oval natural green beryl (the same material as emerald only more lightly saturated) in a mid-century modern 14 karat yellow gold setting is no...
Beryl, Green Beryl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Green Beryl Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Floral Burst Cocktail Ring
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Seven .05 carat green beryl doublets create the shimmering petals for this cheerful floral burst cocktail ring in size 6-1/4.
Beryl, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Heliodor Golden Beryl Diamond Halo 18 Karat Gold Gemstone Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cluster ring centers an 8.0 mm square cut heliodor beryl gemstone Set with V prongs and exhibits medium light yellow color With stepped diamond shoulders and a square diamond halo ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Beryl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid Century 7 carat green beryl 18k white gold cocktail ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This elegant Mid Century ring features a vibrant 7 carat cushion cut green beryl set in luminous 18k white gold.
Green Beryl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 4.68 Carat Yellow Beryl Diamond Cocktail Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Introducing our elegant Yellow Beryl and Diamond Ring. Featuring a 4.68 carat yellow beryl, delicately set in a four-prong design, this ring exudes timeless charm.
Diamond, Yellow Beryl, Beryl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hexagonal Crystal Emerald Beryl 20 Carat Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Emerald Hexagonal Beryl Crystal ring consists of superior green color set in ring.
Beryl, Crystal, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Morganite Gold Ring Crystals Oval Cut Gem Pink Beryl Unisex Engagement
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold ring with natural Morganite classic oval cut morganite origin - Brazil stone measurements - 0.079 х 0.16 х 0.24 in / 2 х 4 х 6 mm stone weight - 0.4 carats ring weigh...
Beryl, Morganite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960 's Style Green Beryl and Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Two diamond enhanced flares surround seven vibrant green floating marquis-cut beryl doublets to create this whimsical 1960's style fourteen karat (14k) yellow gold cocktail ring.
Diamond, Beryl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Adler 18k Gold GIA 44.88ct Long Cushion Green Beryl Aquamarine Tsavorite Ring
By Adler
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stones:-- 1 Natural Genuine Beryl - Long Cushion Cut - Dual Prong Set - Green Color - 30.45x17.69x11.81mm - 44.88ct exact. certified ** See Certification Details Below for Complete...
Tsavorite, Green Beryl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pear Shaped Golden Beryl Bypass Ring With Diamonds in 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Pear shaped Golden Beryl with Diamonds & brushed 18K White Gold Golden Beryl 10.09ct Diamonds 0.48ct The ring is a size 6.75 The ring weighs 13.1 grams
Beryl, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 9.44 Carat Natural Beryl Diamonds Ring 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Beryl Cocktail ring 9.44ct natural Greyish Green Beryl Transparent, even toned. 1.10ct Natural Round diamonds.
Beryl, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
23.50 Carat Natural Beryl Emerald and Diamond Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Spectacular emerald and diamond ring features an emerald cut solitaire surrounded by diamonds. The ring is a larger cocktail style ring measuring 1.00 in length. The natural emerald ...
Beryl, Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Michael Kneebone Golden Beryl Diamond Flared Shank Cluster Ring
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
The squared shaped shank helps keep the ring in place. The one-of-a-kind ring is fabricated in 18k yellow gold.
Beryl, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k 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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