【Crown Radiance】Royal Radiance South Sea Pearl Buccellati-Style Diamond Ring
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, and Natural Diamond Dimensions Top Approx. 3.2 x 4.0 cm Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 14-15 mm Quality: AAAA Nacre:...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
【Vine Symphony】Petalburst Aurora South Sea Pearl Diamond Sapphire Ring
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin South Sea Pearl Jewelry Processed in Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18K Gold, Natural Diamonds, Sapphire Dimensions - Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 12-13 mm...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, White Gold
【Sculpted Geometry】Spiral Orbit Aurora South Sea Pearl Diamond Dust Ring
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18K Gold, and Natural Diamonds Dimensions - Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 12-13 mm Quality: AAAA Nacre: Very Thick Color: Whi...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Crown Radiance】Convertible Emerald & South Sea Pearl Statement Ring Pendant
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Natural Diamond, and Emerald Dimensions Ring Diameter Approx. 2.8 cm Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 14-15 mm Qualit...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Emerald, White Gold
【Vine Symphony】Floral Vine Aurora South Sea Pearl Diamond Cocktail Ring
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, and Natural Diamonds Dimensions - Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 12-13 mm Quality: AAAA Nacre: Very Thick Color: Whit...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Crown Radiance】Regal Halo Diamond South Sea Pearl Convertible Ring Pendant
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18K Gold, and Natural Diamonds Dimensions Diameter Approx, 2.4cm Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 13-14 mm Quality: AAAA Nacre: V...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
4.06 Carat Vivid Green Emerald & 0.49 Carats Diamond Unique 18K Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
This exquisite ring showcases a captivating display of vibrant green emerald beads totaling 4.06 carats. Their rich, verdant hue evokes a sense of lushness and vitality. The emeral...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
【Crown Radiance】Regal Lotus 14–15mm South Sea Pearl Diamond Ring
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent 14–15 mm Golden South Sea pearl, radiant with deep golden luster, rests upon a lotus-like crown of diamonds and engraved gold. The sculptural dome form embodies regal b...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
【Crown Radiance】Diamond-Encased Aurora South Sea Pearl Gala Statement Ring
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin South Sea Pearl Jewelry Processed in Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18K Gold, and Natural Diamonds Dimensions - Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 13-14 mm Quali...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Lustre Arc】Intertwined Aurora South Sea & Tahitian Pearl Diamond Ring
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Set in 18K white gold, the ring is encrusted with sparkling diamonds and showcases a delicately hollowed-out, interwoven knot design, adding depth and sophistication.
Diamond, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Crown Radiance】Crown Tier 14–15mm South Sea Pearl Diamond Ring
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
A luminous 14–15 mm Golden South Sea pearl crowns this regal creation, embraced by a diamond-studded tier and encircled with delicate accents like a royal diadem. The architectural s...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
【Caelmare】Empress Convertible South Sea Pearl & Turquoise Diamond Ring-Pendant
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18k White Gold, Natural Diamonds, and Turquoise Dimensions - Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 13-14 mm Quality: AAAA Nacre: Very ...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Turquoise, White Gold
【Crown Radiance】Lightning Grace Aurora South Sea Pearl Diamond Statement Ring
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin South Sea Pearl Jewelry Processed in Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18K Gold, and Natural Diamonds Dimensions - Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 13-14 mm Quali...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Vine Symphony】Midnight Bloom Aurora South Sea Pearl Diamond Statement Ring
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin Japan Material White South Sea Pearl, 18K Gold, and Natural Diamonds Dimensions - Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 15-16mm Quality: AAAA Nacre: Very Thick Color:...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Crown Radiance】Galaxy Orbit Aurora South Sea & Akoya Pearl Cocktail Ring
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
This luxurious ring combines the brilliance of a luminous Aurora South Sea pearl with delicate Japanese Akoya pearls, creating a harmonious blend of sophistication and charm.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Pearl, White Gold
【Vine Symphony】Celestial Splash Aurora South Sea Pearl Diamond Cocktail Ring
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin South Sea Pearl Jewelry Processed in Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18K Gold, and Natural Diamonds Dimensions - Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 14-15 mm Quali...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Vine Symphony】Blossom Wreath South Sea Pearl Turquoise Diamond Ring
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin South Sea Pearl Jewelry Processed in Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18K Gold, Natural Diamonds, and Natural Turquoise Dimensions - Pearl Shaped: Round Si...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Turquoise, White Gold
【Crown Radiance】Leopard Embrace Aurora South Sea Pearl Diamond Ring
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin Processed in Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, and Natural Diamonds Dimensions - Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 14-15 mm Quality: AAAA Nacre: Very Thi...
Diamond, Agate, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Vine Symphony】Aurora Duo Harmony Tahitian & South Sea Pearl Diamond Ring
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin: Japan Material: Black Tahitian Pearl, White South Sea Pearl, 18k White Gold Dimensions: - Pearl Shape: Round Size: 9–10 mm Quality: AAAA Nacre: Very Thic...
Diamond, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
Vivid Pink Cruziero Rubellite Brazil 2.92 Carat & Tanzanite Cocktail Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
A magnificient vivid pink rubellite tourmaline from Brazil is set along with 1.00 carats of hexagon shape tanzanite and set with 0.16 carat of white round brilliant diamond. The deta...
Tanzanite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
3.35 Carat Emerald & 2.36 Carat White Diamond ''Graceful Walk Elephant'' Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
This stunning 18K gold ring is a masterpiece of elegance and artistry, featuring a 3.35-carat emerald and 2.36 carats of dazzling white diamonds in a unique and captivating “Graceful...
White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
【Crown Radiance】Celestial Bloom Aurora South Sea Pearl Emerald Diamond Ring
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin South Sea Pearl Jewelry Processed in Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Natural Diamond, and Emerald Dimensions Ring Diameter Approx. 2.5 cm Pearl...
Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Vine Symphony】Celestial Bloom Aurora South Sea Pearl & Diamond Firework Ring
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin South Sea Pearl Processed Jewelry in Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18K Gold, Natural White Sapphire, and Natural Diamond Dimensions - Pearl Shaped: Rou...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, White Gold
5.7 Carat Soothing Green Tourmaline & 1.48 Carat Intense Blue Tanzanite 18K Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
This magnificent 18K gold ring is a harmonious blend of color, elegance, and craftsmanship, featuring a 5.7-carat soothing green tourmaline and a 1.48-carat intense blue tanzanite. C...
Tanzanite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
【Vine Symphony】Botanic Muse Aurora South Sea Pearl Emerald Diamond Ring
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin South Sea Pearl Jewelry Processed in Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Natural Diamond, and Emerald Dimensions - Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 12-13 ...
Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Crown Radiane】Aurora Symphony Multicolor South Sea Tahitian Pearl Diamond Ring
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Expertly set in 18K white gold, the bold and substantial ring band is encrusted with brilliant diamonds, adding a sparkling touch to this statement piece.
Diamond, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Crown Radiance】Radiant Halo Aurora South Sea Pearl & Baby Akoya Ring
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Whether worn at grand occasions or as a signature piece, this ring guarantees to draw every eye in the room. Product Information Origin South Sea Pearl Jewelry Processed in Japan Ma...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Pearl, White Gold
【Lustre Arc】Modern Aurora South Sea Pearl & Akoya Diamond Cluster Ring
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin South Sea Pearl Jewelry Processed in Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Natural Diamond, and Akoya Pearls Dimensions - Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 12...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Pearl, White Gold
【Crown Radiance】Convertible South Sea Pearl and Diamond Cocktail Ring/Pendant
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
A rare statement piece from the Crown Radiance collection, this design features a luminous, AAAA-grade South Sea pearl at its heart, embraced by an intricate double halo of white and...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Vine Symphony】Convertible Blooming Aurora South Sea Pearl Ring Pendant Brooch
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, and Natural Diamonds Dimensions - Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 14-15 mm Quality: AAAA Nacre: Very Thick Color: Whit...
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
$5,380 / item
【Crown Radiance】Light Bloom Ring
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
This luminous ring features an 8–9mm round golden South Sea pearl of AAAA grade, radiating a rare, aurora-like luster that evokes the warmth and brilliance of pure gold.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
【Lustre Arc】Aurora South Sea Pearl and Royal Blue Tanzanite Diamond Ring
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin Japan Material South Sea Pearl, Blue Tanzanite, Natural Diamond, and 18K Gold Dimensions - Pearl Shape: Round Size: 12-13mm Quality: AAAA Nacre: Very Thi...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Tanzanite, White Gold
【Crown Radiance】Convertible Sapphire Diamond Aurora South Sea Pearl Ring Pendant
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
A jewel where elegance takes the throne. At its heart glows a luminous South Sea pearl of rare AAAA quality, surrounded by a royal halo of sapphires and diamonds that radiate timeles...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, White Gold
Certified 6.29 Carat Vivid Pink Sapphire Cabochon Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
Pink sapphires are made up of the mineral corundum that is colored by trace elements of chromium. This is how they get their beautiful color. If the chromium content is high then you...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
【Crown Radiance】Crown-Inspired South Sea Pearl Ring with Diamonds and Turquois
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
This is the only piece of its kind — a collectible statement ring designed to empower and enchant. Product Information Origin Japan Material South Sea Pearl, Natural Turquoise, Natu...
Turquoise, Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
6.8 carats Australian Opal ''Head Turner'' 18K Ring With Diamond and Sapphire
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
Experience the epitome of elegance with this breathtaking 6.8-carat Australian Opal "Head Turner" ring, a true masterpiece of artistry and luxury. Set in radiant 18K gold, the center...
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold
【Vine Symphony】Golden Peony South Sea Pearl Ring with Yellow & White Diamonds
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin South Sea Pearl Jewelry Processed in Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18K Gold, and Natural Diamonds Dimensions - Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 14-15 mm Quali...
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
4.36 Carat Chrysophase (Jade Look Alike ) & Onyx Art Deco 18K Ring With Diamond
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
Step back into the glamorous era of Art Deco with this striking 4.36-carat Chrysoprase and Onyx ring, set in 18K gold and accented with dazzling diamonds. A bold combination of geome...
Chrysophrase, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
24.32 Carat South Sea Pearl & Certified Fancy Yellow Diamond Twin Ring 18K
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
Elevate your jewelry collection with the unparalleled beauty of this 24.32-carat South Sea Pearl & Certified Fancy Yellow Diamond Twin Ring. A stunning embodiment of sophistication a...
Yellow Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
2.49 Carat Vivid Green Emerald and 2.18 Carat Diamond Twin Cocktail Party Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
2.49 carat of striking green natural emeralds are set with 2.18 carat of white brilliant diamond. The details of the diamond are mentioned below: Color: F Clarity: Vs Ring Size: US 6.5
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
14.5 mm South Sea Pearl With 2.49 carat D Color VVS 1 Clarity Diamond Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
Indulge in the ultimate expression of timeless luxury with this exquisite ring featuring a 14.5 mm South Sea pearl and a 2.49-carat diamond of exceptional quality. A masterpiece of c...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Certified 15 Carat Sapphire Crowned By Hot Pink Sapphire 18K Designer Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
A CGL Certified yellow sapphire is mounted with 0.66 carat Kite shaped Pink Sapphire and 0.26 carat white brilliant round diamond.
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold
【Conchéa】Flamingo Butterfly Convertible Conch Pearl & Akoya Jewelry — 2.95 ct
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Details Natural Conch Pearl: 2.95 ct Color: Flamingo Pink Surface: Clean, no visible calcium deposits Characteristic: Distinct natural flame pattern Akoya Pearls: Japanese Akoya, app...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
【Conchéa】Flamingo Solaris Convertible Conch Pearl Jewel — 10.26 ct
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin: Japan Collection: Conchéa Natural Conch Pearl: 10.26 CT Color: Vivid Flamingo Pink Flame Pattern: Exceptional Full Flame Structure Convertible: Ring & Pen...
Diamond, Jade, Pearl, White Gold
【Conchéa】Blooming Flame Convertible Conch Pearl Jewel — 3.61ct
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin Japan Material Conch Pearl, 18K Gold, and Natural Diamonds Dimensions - Conch Pearl Shaped: Natural Symmetrical Drop Size: 3.61ct Color: Flamingo Pink wi...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
Mid-century, 18 karat Tahitian 12 mm pearl with 1.50 carat diamonds
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
A captivating mid-century inspired statement ring centering a magnificent, high-luster black Tahitian 12 mm pearl. The dark pearl showcases rich, deep overtones and sits perfectly ba...
Black Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
【Conchéa】Enchanted Bow Convertible 3-Way Conch Pearl Jewel — 2.3ct
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin Japan Material Conch Pearl, 18K Gold, and Natural Diamonds Dimensions - Conch Pearl Shape: Natural Symmetrical Drop Size: 2.3ct Color: Flamingo Pink with ...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
$14,000Sale Price|40% Off
【Conchéa】Ribbon Bloom Convertible 4-Way Conch & Akoya Pearl Jewel — 1.39ct
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin Japan Material Conch Pearl, Akoay Pearl, 18K Gold, and Natural Diamond Dimensions - Conch Pearl Shape: Natural Symmetrical Drop Size: 1.39ct Color: Flami...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
【Conchéa】Empress Orchid Convertible 3-Way Conch Pearl & Diamond Jewelry — 5.2ct
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin Japan Material Conch Pearl, 18K Gold, and Natural Diamonds Dimensions - Conch Pearl Shaped: Natural Drop Size: 5.2ct Color: Flamingo Pink with Strong Fla...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
【Conchéa】Blooming Fortune Conch Pearl Convertible Jewel — 7.04 ct
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
A statement of abundance, artistry, and transformation. Centered around a rare flamingo pink conch pearl, this piece unfolds like a sculpted bloom — each petal set with a constellat...
Diamond, Pearl, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
【Conchéa】Flaming Bloom 3-Way Conch & Sapphire Jewelry — 3.6ct
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin Japan Material Conch Pearl, 18K Gold, Natural Diamond, and Emerald Dimensions - Conch Pearl Shaped: Natural Symmetrical Drop Size: 3.60ct Color: Flamingo...
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold
【Sculpted Geometry】Architectural South Sea Pearl & Diamond 3-Piece Set
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
A bold expression of sculptural elegance, this Sculpted Geometry set reimagines the timeless beauty of South Sea pearls through an architectural lens. Each piece showcases luminous A...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Vine Symphony】Convertible Blossom Trio South Sea Pearl Sapphire Diamond Jewelry
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin South Sea Pearl Jewelry Processed in Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Natural Diamond, and Pink Sapphire Dimensions - Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 1...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Pink Sapphire, White Gold
Antique Japanese Bronze Hibachi with Elephant-Head Ring Handles, circa 1900
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Japanese bronze hibachi dating to circa 1900, during the Meiji period, with a substantial faceted body, deep brown patina and a pair of decorative elephant-head mounts fit...
Bronze
Hisako Matsui Platinum 18K Gold Emerald Sapphire Diamond Flower Ring
Located in 台東区, JP
A remarkable floral cocktail ring by acclaimed Japanese jewelry designer Hisako Matsui, masterfully crafted in platinum and 18 karat yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Rare Natural History Specimen Paper Nautilus Sea Shell
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Rare to find. Mounted on gold lacquer Japanese ring and placed in glass dome with Chinese base.
Shell
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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