Angara Freshwater Cultured Pearl Ring with Cluster Diamonds in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegantly crafted in 14K rose gold, this pearl and diamond cluster ring is a beauty to behold.
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
Mings Three Silver Pearl Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications: Designer: Ming's Stone: Jade Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 10.6 Grams Ring Size: 5.75 (resizable) Stamped: "Mings" "14K" Condition: Preowned
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified South Sea Pearl Sunflower Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Crafted from 14k yellow gold, this exquisite ring features an 11mm pearl at its center, radiating a soft luster that captures the light beautifully.
South Sea Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Turquoise Halo Pearl Cluster Ring in 10k Yellow Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
Beautiful antique ring crafted in 10k yellow gold. This lovely piece showcases a center pearl surrounded by eight small round turquoises in a cluster-style setting.
Pearl, Turquoise, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
One of a Kind White Pearl and Yellow Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
It features a large white pearl at its centre, offering a striking contrast to its vibrant yellow gold band.
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mings Large Akoya Pearl Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Specifications: Designer: Ming's Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 6.4 Grams Ring Size: 6 (resizable) Stamped: "Mings" "14K" Ring Measurements: 31mm x 19mm Condition: Preow...
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Handcraft Australian Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Handcraft 18 karat white gold cocktail ring.Handmade by our artisans assembled with Australian pearl and diamonds Ring total weight 17 grams Diamonds weight 1.16 karat Australian Pe...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yoko London Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
By Yoko London
Located in London, GB
An elegant ring featuring a lustrous 9.5-10mm Tahitian pearl, all set in 18K white gold and accentuated by sparkling white diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Wh...
10k Rose Gold Natural Garnet & Pearl Womens Cluster Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
This Solid 10k Rose Gold ring has been set with one vibrant Burgundy Rhodalite Garnet, 7x5mm (0.28" x 0.20") and eight Freshwater Cultured Pearls, 3mm (0.12") in a Cluster style of s...
Garnet, Pearl, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Victorian 9K Gold Amethyst and Seed Pearl Cluster Ring, England
Located in Honolulu, HI
[DETAILS] • Origin: England • Era: Late Victorian (circa 1890–1900) • Style: Classical Victorian Cluster • Material: 9K Yellow Gold • Main Stone: Oval-cut Faceted Amethyst (Soft Viol...
Amethyst, Pearl, 9k Gold
ct. 1, 30 Diamonds Onyx Pearl Fashion Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, Campania
Fashion ring in 14k white and yellow gold mounted with onyx surrounded by diamonds, a gold bow with diamonds on it and a central pearl.
Diamond, Onyx, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Angara Freshwater Cultured Pearl Solitaire Ring in 14K Solid Gold for Women
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: Set on 14k gold band is a Freshwater pearl glowing magnificently.
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold
French Art Nouveau Pearl 1.14 Carat Diamond Gold and Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive Art Nouveau antique pearl and diamond ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with a platinum setting.
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Pearl and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Crossover Cocktail Ring
Located in London, GB
It doesn't get any more classic than the elegant and sophisticated combination of diamonds and pearls! This charming cocktail ring, finely crafted from high polish 18 carat white gol...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Angara Freshwater Cultured Pearl Olive Leaf Bypass Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The leaf motifs are encrusted with shimmering diamonds and gracefully embrace the charming pearl. This nature inspired ring in 14k yellow gold is a blend of luxurious charm and ether...
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
Sybarite Sceptre Ring in Blackened Gold with Black Diamonds, Emeralds & Pearl
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in London, GB
Blackened Gold (18ct) 3.70 g Black Diamonds 1.60 ct Emeralds 0.14 ct South Sea Pearl 12.00 mm
Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Designer Nikabell 18K Gold South Sea Pearl Diamond Ring, 1.60ct
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Stunning high quality white South Sea Pearl and Diamonds ring, the perfect statement piece for any occasion.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage Heavy Yellow Gold Large Mabe Pearl w/ Diamond Nugget Textured Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Genuine Cultured Mabe Pearl - Large Round Shape - Prong Set - White Pearl w/ Light Pink Overtone Color - Nice Luster - 20.5mm (approx.) (18) Natural Genuine Diamond...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat White Gold Australian South Sea Cultured Pearl Ring
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
There is a nice balance between white gold, pink gold decorated with white diamonds and pearls in green, grey, black and white shades.
Diamond, Black Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural 12.15cts Pearl, 3.90cts Emerald & 0.36cts Diamond Ring in 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning ring is a true statement of elegance, crafted in 18-carat white gold. At its center sits a luminous pearl, radiating timeless beauty and sophistication.
Emerald, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage Cultured Pearl & Diamond 18K Yellow and White Gold Dress Ring, c.1960s
Located in London, GB
The pearl is set slightly elevated above the finger and is beautifully flanked on either side by a delicate row of three fine quality round brilliant cut diamonds, mounted within gen...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gol...
Vintage 1950s Cultured Pearl and 1.23 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive pearl and diamond cocktail ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with a 14k white gold setting.
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 K White & Pink Gold Ring Rough Diamonds Tahitian Pearl
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Very unusual 18 K blackened white Gold and pink Gold Ring featuring 1 silvery Tahitian Pearl (12.2 mm).
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
13MM Freshwater Pearl Diamond Halo Ring .50cttw 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Product Summary ♥ Main Stone: Pearl & Diamond Approx. Diamond Carat Weight: .50cttw Band Material: 14k Yellow Gold White Pearl Size: 13mm Number of Diamonds: 36 Diamond Cut: Rou...
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K 585 Rose Gold Natural Brilliant Diamond and White Pearl Ring
Located in New York, NY
Pearl and Diamond Ring Metal Type: 14K Rose Gold Total Item Weight: 7.8 Grams Ring Size: 8 (Resizable) Dimensions: Length: 15.5 mm X Width: 15.5 mm X Height: 16.0 mm 1: Primary Ston...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$3,000
Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Pearl and Diamond Ring A white gold ring set with a pearl accented by diamonds.
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold
10K White Gold 5MM Cultured Freshwater Pearl and Diamond Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Discover the epitome of elegance with this exquisite ring, masterfully crafted from rhodium-plated 10K white gold. At its heart lies a lustrous 5mm cultured freshwater pearl, its ser...
Pearl, Diamond, White Gold, 10k Gold, Gold
10K White Gold 5MM Cultured Freshwater Pearl and Diamond Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Discover the epitome of elegance with this exquisite ring, masterfully crafted from rhodium-plated 10K white gold. At its heart lies a lustrous 5mm cultured freshwater pearl, its ser...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold
10K White Gold 5MM Cultured Freshwater Pearl and Diamond Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Discover the epitome of elegance with this exquisite ring, masterfully crafted from rhodium-plated 10K white gold. At its heart lies a lustrous 5mm cultured freshwater pearl, its ser...
Pearl, Diamond, White Gold, 10k Gold, Gold
10K White Gold 5MM Cultured Freshwater Pearl and Diamond Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Discover the epitome of elegance with this exquisite ring, masterfully crafted from rhodium-plated 10K white gold. At its heart lies a lustrous 5mm cultured freshwater pearl, its ser...
Pearl, Diamond, White Gold, 10k Gold, Gold
10K White Gold 5MM Cultured Freshwater Pearl and Diamond Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Discover the epitome of elegance with this exquisite ring, masterfully crafted from rhodium-plated 10K white gold. At its heart lies a lustrous 5mm cultured freshwater pearl, its ser...
Pearl, Diamond, White Gold, 10k Gold, Gold
10K White Gold 5MM Cultured Freshwater Pearl and Diamond Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Discover the epitome of elegance with this exquisite ring, masterfully crafted from rhodium-plated 10K white gold. At its heart lies a lustrous 5mm cultured freshwater pearl, its ser...
Pearl, Diamond, White Gold, 10k Gold, Gold
18 Karat Gold 6.25 Carat Diamond and Pearl Statement Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
"Adorn your hand with the sheer opulence of the 18 Karat Gold 6.25 Carat Diamond and Pearl Statement Ring, a masterpiece that exudes an air of sophistication and timeless elegance.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
1900s Fine Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Rose Gold Openwork Lozenge Shape Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow and rose gold. This elegant antique ring is made of rose gold wire forming an openwork lozenge, the center of which is adorned with 2 flowers with yellow gold...
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Double White Golden Yellow South Seawater Pearl Diamond Pave 14 Karat Gold Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
14 Yellow Karat Gold Natural South Sea Pearls & Genuine Diamonds AAA Quality Pearls 0.50 CTW Diamonds - DEF / VS Color Clarity Grades 13 MM South Sea Pearls Current Regular Size 7 –...
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 14...
Antique Victorian 15K Yellow Gold Diamond and Pearl Trilogy Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian diamond, pearl, and yellow gold ring, comprising one old European cut diamond, and two half seed pearls, in 15 karat yellow gold.
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Eostre South Sea Pearl and Diamond Ring in yellow Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
Eostre South Sea Pearl and Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold. The pearl is flawless with very high lustre.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Turquoise Diamond and Pearl Checkerboard Ring of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Materials: turquoise, pearl, diamond, 14k gold.
Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold
$1,800Sale Price / set|20% Off
Baroque Pearl, Blue Sapphire & 14k Gold Pendant Necklace and Cocktail Ring Set
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
Cocktail ring features a Baroque Pearl with 14k gold ribbon set with seed Pearls and Blue Sapphires on a sterling silver square ring band.
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k...
Mabe Pearl with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Mabe Pearl with Diamond 0.23 carat Ring set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 2.5 cm Length: 2.5 cm Ring Size: 54 Total Weight: 14.34 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when i...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
18k Yellow Gold Cultured Button Pearl Diamond Accent Flexible Geometric Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (1) Genuine Cultured Pearl - Unique Baroque Shape - White Color w/ Very Nice Luster - 15.66 x 14.91mm (approx.) (16) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pav...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamonds, Sapphires, South Sea Pearl, 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Ring
Located in Napoli, Campania
Vintage ring in 14k yellow gold structure, mounted with a big south sea pearl 13mm in the centre and multicolor sapphires all around the surface.
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Seed Pearl Mourning Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Seed Pearl Mourning Ring. This incredible ring is in good condition but is missing the hair that lines the inside of the ring.
Pearl, Yellow Gold
10K White Gold 5MM Cultured Freshwater Pearl and Diamond Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Discover the epitome of elegance with this exquisite ring, masterfully crafted from rhodium-plated 10K white gold. At its heart lies a lustrous 5mm cultured freshwater pearl, its ser...
Pearl, Diamond, White Gold, 10k Gold, Gold
16 Mm Mabe Pearl and Diamond Halo Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications: Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 11.7 Grams Pearl Diameter: 16 mm Ring Height: 27 mm tall Pearl Count: 1 mabe pearl Diamond Count: 36 round brilliant...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1930s 0.37 Carat Diamond and Pearl 14K Yellow Gold Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive pearl and diamond twist ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with a 14k white gold setting.
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Chocolate Tahitian Pearl Desert Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Natural Chocolate Tahitian Pearl Desert Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Ring Metal: 14 Karat Rose Gold Primary Stones: Chocolate Tahitian Pearl, 11.5 mm Accent Stones: Natural Brown Di...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Sophisticated Tahitian Pearl Ring with Natural Diamonds in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
This stunning 18K white gold ring features a captivating Tahitian pearl as the centrepiece, showcasing a beautiful grey hue.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Brazilian Paraiba, Conch Pearls & Pave Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brazilian paraiba with natural conch pearls and 3 carats of white diamonds. Handmade in 18k white gold.
Diamond, Pearl, Paraiba, White Gold
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Pearl & Diamond Daisy Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Daisy Cluster Ring 15ct Gold Tested Circa 1910 Introducing a stunning 15ct gold Edwardian daisy ring, showcasing a centre natural pearl delicately framed with a halo of ...
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Amethyst Pearl Diamond Cluster Wedding Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Natural Amethyst Pearl Diamond Cluster Wedding Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold features a diamond pave band with marquise cut amethyst, pearl and diamond cluster pear shape set in center of ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
20th Century Purple Sapphire Cultured Pearls 18 Karat Yellow Gold Trilogy Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, owl hallmark. A feminine antique trilogy ring, it is adorned on its claws setting with an oval purple sapphire, flanked on either side by a half-pearl o...
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow...
14K Yellow Gold Retro Two Pearl Cocktail Ring, United States, Size 7
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Graceful and elegant, this 14-karat yellow gold two-pearl ring showcases a timeless design with a refined, sculptural touch.
Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Yellow Gold Akoya Pearl & Diamond Vintage Ring - 18k .24ctw Feathers
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Vintage Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold & 18k White Gold Stone Information Akoya Pearl Size: 9.3mm x 9.2mm Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .24ctw Cut: Single Color: G - H Clarity:...
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
10.75mm South Sea White Pearl Diamond Ring 18K White Gold Three Stone
Located in New York, NY
10.75mm South Sea White Pearl Diamond Ring 18K White Gold Three Stone Center Stone: South Sea White Pearl, 10.75mm Diamonds: 0.35 carats total weight Elegant and timeless, this 18K...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mings Multicolored Jade and Akoya Pearl Cluster Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications: Designer: Ming's Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 10.6 Grams Stones: Akoya Pearls and Multicolored Jade spheres Jade Measurements: ~6-7 mm Ring Size...
Jade, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Di Modolo Milano Triadra 18k White Gold Mother of Pearl & Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k White Gold - Stamped 750 Weight: 24.67 Grams Ring Size: 5.5 (fitted on finger, please contact us prior to purchase with sizing inquiries) Ring Width: 26mm (1") (t...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White 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.
The pearl has been synonymous with ladylike elegance since the Tudor period — learn what to look for when shopping for vintage and antique pearl jewelry as well as how to tell the origin of a pearl with our handy primer.
Every woman at some point in her life desires a simple strand of pearls. They are elegant, timeless, versatile — just ask Coco Chanel or Jacqueline Kennedy — and valuable. In 1917, Pierre Cartier famously traded a double-strand of natural pearls for a Fifth Avenue mansion, the Cartier brand’s flagship store ever since. And if you were born in the beginning of summer, pearl is the June birthstone.
It is possible to tell where a pearl originated from its appearance. Akoyas are usually round and white — the classic pearl, if you will. South Sea pearls are normally larger and vary in color; orangey yellow ones are not uncommon. Tahitian pearls are mostly black but can also be gray or brown, and between the Akoya and the South Sea varieties in size. Freshwater pearls, or Orientals, run the gamut in terms of color and size, but in shape, they tend to resemble Rice Krispies. Another important distinction is a round pearl versus a baroque pearl. A round pearl is self-explanatory, but there are two types of baroque pearls: symmetrical and asymmetrical. In general, the symmetrical variation commands a higher valuation. Within a strand of pearls, uniformity is prized — the more the individual pearls resemble one another, the more valuable the strand.
According to the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), the earliest recorded mention of a pearl was in 2206 BC by a Chinese historian. Centuries later, Christopher Columbus made it a point to visit pearl fisheries during his 15th-century exploration of the Caribbean. Since the late-19th century, the Japanese have been at the forefront of cultivating pearls, when jeweler Kokichi Mikimoto successfully cultured the world’s first pearl in 1893.
On 1stDibs, find vintage and antique pearl necklaces, pearl earrings and other accessories.
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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