Vintage 0.50 Carat Diamond Solitaire Ring
By Mappin & Webb
Located in London, GB
Here we have an 18ct white gold diamond solitaire ring from renowned designer Mappin & Webb.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pear Shaped Fancy Yellow Diamond Bezel Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Size: 6.75 Total Weight: 4.8 Grams Diamond Count: 1 pear cut Total Diamond Weight: ~1.15 carats Diamond Color: fancy yellow ...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Style 14 Karat Gold & Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine diamond and gold solitaire ring. With a round brilliant cut diamond bezel set in an Art Deco style high basket filigree setting supported by engraved band.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold .70ct Emerald-Cut Diamond Bezel Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Emerald Cut Diamond Stack Ring features a .70 carat emerald-cut diamond set in a sleek gold bezel. The diamond’s clean, linear facets are beautifully framed by...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Unique Rustic Pink Sapphire Bezel Solitaire Ring 1.53 Carats in 18k Rose Gold Lv
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
This unique ring is rich with pink! Much like the current trend in rustic salt and pepper diamonds, this pink sapphire has a rustic cushion shape and custom bezel. The ring is made e...
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 1.07 Carat Diamond and White Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique European 1.07 carat diamond and 14 karat white gold solitaire style engagement ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Rose Gold Amethyst Ring with Diamond Bezel
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer presents an emerald shape 0.99 Carats Amethyst ring with a White Diamond Bezel with a total weight of 0.35 Carats. This simple yet stunning ring is handmade from ...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
CANTURI GIA Certified 2.00 Carat F VS2 Bezel-Set Emerald Cut Solitaire Ring
By CANTURI
Located in New York, NY
Exuding modern sophistication, this Canturi 18K white gold ring showcases the brand’s signature precision and artistry. At its center rests a stunning 2.00 carat emerald cut diamond,...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Rhodolite Ring with Diamond Bezel
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer presents an oval shape 4.08 Carats Rhodolite ring with a White Diamond Bezel with a total weight of 0.21 Carat weight. This simple yet stunning ring is handmade f...
Rhodolite, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Amethyst Ring with Diamond Bezel
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer presents an oval shape 2.57 Carats Amethyst ring with a White Diamond Bezel with a total weight of 0.15 Carats. This simple yet stunning ring is handmade from 18 ...
Amethyst, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Peridot Ring with Diamond Bezel
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer presents an oval shape 2.95 Carats Peridot ring with a White Diamond Bezel with a total weight of 0.14 Carats. This simple yet stunning ring is handmade from 18 K...
Peridot, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Round Natural Diamond Bezel Band Ring 14k Gold Ring Bridal Full Eternity Band.
Located in Chicago, IL
Round Natural Diamond Bezel Band Ring 14k Gold Ring Bridal Full Eternity Band. Diamond weight: 0.13 CT Number Of Diamonds: 10 A P P R O X T I M E All items are custom made to orde...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Aquamarine Ring with Diamond Bezel
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer presents an oval shape 3.16 Carats Aquamarine ring with a White Diamond Bezel with a total weight of 0.20 Carat weight. This simple yet stunning ring is handmade ...
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Deco 1930 Solitaire Ring in Two Tone 18kt Gold with Diamonds
Located in Aventura, FL
Period: 1930's Style: Art Deco Metal: 18Kt Yellow & White Gold Stone: Natural Diamonds Ring size: 5 1/2 (sizable).
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2 Carat Diamond in 14K Gold Solitaire Men's Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA Certified 2 Carat O-P/SI1 Diamond in 14K Yellow Gold Solitaire Men's Ring in Size 8.75.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Contemporary 0.78 Carat Diamond and 18k White Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 0.60 carat bezel set princess cut diamond and 18k white gold solitaire ring; part of our diverse diamond jewellery/jewelry collection.
Diamond, White Gold
New Heavy 18k Yellow & White Gold .40ct Round Diamond Bezel Geometric Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - Lively Nice Diamond - J Color - I1 Clarity - 0.40ct (approx.) Material: Solid 14K Yellow Gold w/ White ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1.60ct Peruzzi Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful single stone ring. Crafted from a warm 18ct yellow gold, this ring features an impressive 1.60 carat Peruzzi cut diamond at the centre of the face. This bri...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$140,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 4 Carat D Color Diamond Yellow Gold Bezel Set Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
An elegant and distinctive diamond ring featuring a GIA certified 4.01 carat cut-cornered rectangular modified brilliant cut diamond, graded D color and VS2 clarity. The center diam...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Certified Pear Shape Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring in 18k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Certified Pear Shape Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural diamond of 0.5 carats.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Cartier Round Diamond 18k Tricolour Multi Tone Gold Solitaire Ring 50
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Round Cut Diamond 18k Tri Colour/Multi Tone Gold Solitaire Ring.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Serpent Solitaire Bypass Ring - 14k Marquise .77ct Snake
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 2 sizes for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .77ct Cut: Marquise Color: O - P Clar...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1/2 Carat Round Diamond Solitaire Unisex Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Item Details: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Item Type: Solitaire Ring Gemstone: Diamond Setting: Bezel Center Stone Details: Type: Diamond Carat: 0.51 Cut: Round Color: H-I Clarity: Si2-I...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pear Peridot Ring with Diamond Bezel
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer presents a pear shape 6.07 Carats Peridot Ring with a White Diamond Bezel with a total weight of 0.142 Carats. This simple yet stunning ring is handmade from 18 K...
Peridot, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
14K Yellow Gold 3.42ctw Sideways Oval Tourmaline Solitaire Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This breathtaking cocktail ring was crafted from solid 14k yellow gold and features a very fine tourmaline solitaire surrounded by stunning diamonds in which completely cover the top...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
5 Carat Yellow Diamond Bezel Mosaic Statement Ring
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
This elegant ring centers a 5.01-carat Light Yellow elongated cushion-cut diamond in the U–V range, GIA certified and graded VS1 for exceptional clarity. The elongated silhouette enh...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ring Gold Diamond Engagement Bezel 14K Yellow Set Cut Round Wedding Band
Located in Chicago, IL
Ring Gold Diamond Engagement Bezel 14K Yellow Set Cut Round Wedding Band Material Gemstone, Gold Metal Gold Total Carat Weight 0.24 ctw & Under Base Metal Yellow Gold Band Width 2 ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage Art Deco Men's 14K Gold Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Orlando, FL
Men's Vintage 14K Gold Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring — Art Deco, 0.26ct, Size 8.5 Specifications Metal: 14K yellow gold with white gold octagonal bezel; stamped "R 14K" (m...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Blue Topaz Ring with Diamond Bezel
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer presents an oval shape 3.53 Carats Blue Topaz ring with a White Diamond Bezel with a total weight of 0.15 Carat weight. This simple yet stunning ring is handmade ...
Blue Topaz, Topaz, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Cushion Certified Ceylon Blue Sapphire Emerald Diamond Solitaire White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This exquisite ring is centered with 4.47 carat cushion Ceylon sapphire into bezel setting. The ring shoulders are accented with French cut emeralds and H color SI clarity diamonds. ...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K Gold 1.15tcw Emerald & Diamond Men's Signet Ring, Bezel Set Green Emerald
Located in Jupiter, FL
Elevate your style with our distinguished Men's Emerald and Diamond Ring, a bold and captivating statement piece that embodies sophistication and strength. Featuring an off-set emera...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
14k Yellow Gold 1.01ctw Channel Emerald Half Bezel w/ Diamond Step Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (1) Natural Genuine Emerald - Emerald Cut - Channel Set - Green Color - 5.9 x 5mm (approx.) - 0.65ct (approx.) (18) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Chan...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.52 Carat Princess Cut Diamond Bezel-Set Engagement Ring in White Gold
Located in New York, NY
A simple engagement ring, showcasing a bezel-set princess cut diamond weighing 0.52 carat total with E color and SI2 clarity. Finely made with a 14K white gold band. Size 5.5 US, res...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1940s 2.10 Carat Diamond and 18K White Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning vintage 1.90 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold solitaire ring with 0.20 carat diamond accents; part of our diverse diamond jewelry collections.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
New 18k Yellow Gold 0.62ctw Bezel Set Trillion Cut Diamond Hammered Finish Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Trillion Cut - Bezel Set - I Color - SI1 Clarity - 0.62ct (exact) Total Carat Weight: 0.62 (exact) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA White Diamond Cushion 1.50 Carat Solitaire Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 1.50 ct. J SI1 white diamond cushion. Handmade in 18k yellow gold bezel. Ring size 6.5. Includes a GIA certificate.
White Diamond, Yellow Gold
1.03ct Earth-Mined Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire 18K Two-Tone Gold Ring
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Of timeless & visually striking Solitaire design this ring is bezel-set with a sparkling Round Brilliant Cut Diamond – of impressive size – 1.03ct of I colour, VS2 clarity & sun-...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
9.50 Carat Pear Shape East West Diamond Bezel Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 9.50 ct. pear shape diamond. Handmade in 18k yellow gold and set sideways in the east to west setting. Ring size 6.5.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Geometric Round Solitaire Natural Diamond Men Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
All our jewelry pieces are certified by a third-party laboratory such as IGI, HRD, IDGL, GIN, or SGL. This geometric diamond ring showcases a round natural diamond bezel set at the ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,300Sale Price / item|20% Off
Elegant Cushion-Cut Emerald Solitaire Ring with Baguette Diamonds in 18k Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Expertly crafted in radiant 18k yellow gold, this sophisticated ring features a striking 1.87-carat natural cushion-cut emerald, bezel-set to highlight its vivid green brilliance. Co...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Gold & Platinum 1.18ct Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire Open Work Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - Bezel Set - L/M Color - VS2/SI1 Clarity - 1.08ct (approx.) (10) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
14 Karat Gold GIA 0.5 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, Bezel Setting
By Rose and Choc 1
Located in Wallingford, CT
Bezel set emerald cut diamond engagement ring set on 14 karat yellow gold. Stone Shape: Emerald Cut: Step cut Color: I Clarity: VS2 Diamond Weight: 0.5 Carat Stone Size Approx: 5mm ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$984Sale Price / item|20% Off
Dainty Oval Cut Emerald & Diamond East-West Ring in 14K Yellow Gold Bezel Set
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This dainty ring features a 0.5 carat oval-cut emerald set in 14K yellow gold. The emerald measuring 4 x 5.8 mm, elegantly secured in a bezel setting. The center stone is accented by...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 0.80ct Natural Kite Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring in 18K Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Embodying the sharp geometric allure of the Art Deco era, this Kite-Cut Bezel-Set Engagement Ring is a masterclass in architectural elegance and modern light. The centerpiece feature...
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. True Love Platinum w/ 18k Gold 0.22ct Round Diamond Solitaire Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Montclair, NJ
Stone(s): (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - VS1 Clarity - F Color - 0.22ct (exact) Material: Solid Platinum .900+ & 18k Yellow Gold Top Weight: 9.6 Gr...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.50 Carat F/VS1 Emerald Diamond East-West Bezel Ring in 18K Gold
By Rich Jewels
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Crafted in 18K white gold, the setting highlights the diamond’s purity and timeless elegance, creating a distinctive statement piece for everyday luxury or special occasions. --- Det...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 0.75 Cts East West Half Bezel Emerald-Cut Diamond Ring 18K Gold
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
This stunning 0.75 carat ring features a beautiful emerald-cut diamond set in a solitaire style half bezel setting.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2 Carats D VVS1 Emerald Diamond East-West Bezel Ring in 18K Gold
By Rich Jewels
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Crafted in 18K white gold, the design emphasizes the diamond’s purity and geometric beauty, resulting in a timeless yet contemporary statement piece. --- Details: Center Diamond: 2...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.24tcw 14K Blue Diamond & Diamond Halo Ring Bezel Set Round Cut Unisex Ring 585
Located in Jupiter, FL
Elevate your style with our stunning diamond statement ring, boasting a mesmerizing blue diamond at its heart, encircled by a brilliant halo of diamonds. Crafted in lustrous 14k whit...
Blue Diamond, 14k Gold
18k White Gold Oval Rose De France Amethyst Solitaire w/ 3ctw Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stones:-- 1 Natural Genuine Amethyst - Oval Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - Pinkish Purple Color - 11.9x10mmmm approx. 150 Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - F...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
New 14k White Gold 2.37ct GIA Burma Oval Bezel Ruby & Diamond Halo Milgrain Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a brand new and custom designed engagement or right hand ring that is crafted from solid 14k white gold featuring an absolutely stunning ruby with a diamond halo. The GI...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vivid Emerald Solitaire Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Brunswick, ME
Vivid Colombian Emerald Solitaire Ring ,The Center Stone in a two sides Bezel Mounting.
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Annellino Italian Fine Jewellery Champagne Diamond Bezel Set 18kt Stacking Ring
By Annellino Fine Jewellery
Located in London, GB
A 0.17ct Brilliant cut Champagne Diamond has been hand set in a 18kt Yellow Gold bezel setting to create this pretty ring. It can be worn on its own or combined with others to create...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Pin...
GIA Certified 5.36 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond East West Bezel Unisex Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA certified 5.36 carat natural emerald cut diamond solitaire unisex east west bezel set uniex ring in 18K white gold.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1.5 Carat TW Channel and Bezel Set Natural Diamond Mens Ring in 18K Gold
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 1.50 CTTW Men's Round Cut Natural Diamond Ring. Crafted in 18K solid yellow gold. Featuring a bezel-set center stone and a channel-set diamond halo adorning the center. The f...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Nari Fine Jewels 0.5 ct Pear Shaped Rose Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring 14K Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
Made to Order. This lovely classic with modern flare ring features a champagne colored, rose-cut pear-shaped diamond. The one of a kind diamond is set in full bezel and finished in m...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Modern 14K Two-Tone Gold .40ct Brilliant Cut Diamond Bypass Solitaire Ring VS
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
VS CLARITY G color Accent Stones: Single-cut / round brilliant accent diamonds Metal: 14 Karat Yellow Gold and White Gold (Two-Tone)Ring Style: Bypass / Asymmetrical / Solitaire wit...
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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