Yellow Gold Akoya Pearl Solitaire Ring - 18k
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Akoya Pearl Color: White Size: 9.1mm Style: Solitaire Measurements Face Height (north to south): 1/2" (12.1mm) Rise Above Finger...
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Pearl Yellow Gold and White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, CE
14kt yellow gold petals mets white gold petals, all of them are adorned of diamonds and surrounded a central pearl, also the ring has decorations on it.
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Tahitian Pearl Diamond Ring - 14k
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $30 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Cultured Tahitian Pearl Natural Diamonds Carat(s):...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tahitian & Akoya Pearl Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Adding to that are 4 smaller akoya pearls with very fine nacre quality and a bright pink overtone.
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Akoya Pearl Leaf Cocktail Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 8.5 Grams Stone: Akoya Pearl Ring Size: 6.75 (resizable) Pearl Diameter: 6.3 mm Stamped: "14K" Condition: Preowned,...
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian navette pearls ring in 18k gold, Belle Epoque pearl diamond ring
Located in PARIS, FR
Edwardian navette pearls ring in 18 karat gold. Belle Époque ring adorned with three pearls within a halo of 26 rose-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
1970s Cultured Pearl and Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive cultured pearl cocktail ring has been crafted in 18k white gold.
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Diamond and Pearl Ring
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful 18K White Gold Diamond and Pearl Ring. Fits a 6.50 finger, and weighs 8.33 grams.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Halo Pearl & Diamond Ring in 14k White Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Halo Pearl & Diamond Ring in 14k White Gold This 14k white gold ring features a pearl center framed by a sparkling diamond halo.
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Halo Pearl & Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Halo Pearl & Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold This 14k yellow gold ring features a luminous pearl center framed by a decorative diamond halo.
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Love 14 Karat Gold Diamond Pearl Ring
By De Maria Jewelry
Located in Napoli, NA
This 14k rose gold ring is adorned with "Love" lettering that's illuminated by 0.10 carats of shimmering round cut diamonds and a freshwater pearl.
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
Silver Grey 15.75mm Tahitian Pearl White Gold Ring
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Estate silver grey 15.75mm Tahitian pearl white gold ring, circa 2000. The Estate Silver Grey 15.75mm Tahitian Pearl White Gold Ring, dating from around 2000, exemplifies the fusion...
Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond and Freshwater Cultured Baroque Pearl Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
The ring is 18K Yellow Gold There are 0.04 Carats in Diamonds G VS The baroque pearl is 12.73mm x 8.00mm Freshwater Cultured The ring is a size 7, sizable The ring weighs 5.3 grams W...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 1...
Cultured Pearl Double Halo Diamond Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 4.2 Grams Stone: Cultured Pearl and Diamonds Diamond Count: 43 Round Brilliant Diamonds Diamond Color: G-I Diamo...
Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Pearl and Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring in 18k Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive pearl and diamond ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with an 18k white gold setting.
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Midcentury France South Sea Pearl Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Made in France, 18k yellow gold woven ring, featuring 14mm South Sea pearl.
Pearl, 18k Gold
Cultured Pearl and Diamond Cluster Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 12 Grams Stone: Cultured Pearl and Diamonds Diamond Count: 7 round brilliant Diamond Color: G Diamond Clarity: V...
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold. Sober and elegant, this fine ring features a solitaire white orient cultured pearl.
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Pearl Diamond Ring 14k White Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage ring is crafted in 14k gold and designed with a bold, elegant look. At the center sits a large, luminous pearl that immediately draws attention.
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
$3,793 / item
Moi Karlie Gold Diamond and Pearl Cocktail Ring
Located in Lawrenceville, GA
Handcrafted in gold, this cocktail ring is dressed in arcs of diamonds and graduating cultured pearls pierced with brilliant-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
Blue Enamel Pearl Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Blue Enamel Pearl Ring in 14k Yellow Gold This 14k yellow gold ring features a luminous pearl center framed by rich blue enamel and raised gold leaf accents.
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Pearl Diamond Wrap Ring Cultured Pearl Curve 14K Gold MADE TO ORDER LR51058
By Gabriel & Co.
Located in Austin, TX
The details for this beautiful ring are listed below: Metal Quality: 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Total Weight: 0.10 Carats Diamond Shape: Round Brilliant Diamond Clarity: SI (excellent, ...
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
1950s German Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive pearl and diamond ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with a 14k white gold setting.
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Golden Pearl Diamond Rose Gold Ring
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
This delightful 15mm Golden Pearl and Diamond Rose Gold Ring features one 15mm Cultured Golden Pearl and 20 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds with a total weight of .53 carats.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage White Pearl Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful ring featuring a big white pearl in 18k yellow gold. Ring size 7.
Pearl, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Mabe Pearl Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Mabe Pearl Ring Size 7.25- This lovely ring features one Mabe pearl (16 mm) set in beautifully detailed 14K yellow gold.
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Dome Pearl Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Dome Pearl Ring. Size 6.75 4.7 grams total weight. 16.91 mm pearl size
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
9.2mm Tahitian Pearl Diamond Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 4.5 Grams Pearl Diameter: 9.2 mm Pearl Type: Tahitian Pearl Diamond Count: 2 Diamond Color: G-H Diamond Clarity: VS ...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Retro Diamond Pearl Ring
Located in New York, NY
Crafted from 18k white gold, the ring's design emphasizes its retro allure.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tahitian Pearl Baguette Diamond Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 6 Grams Pearl Diameter: 9.7 mm Pearl Type: Tahitian Pearl Diamond Count: 34 Diamond Color: H-I Diamond Clarity: SI D...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Pearl Diamond 18k Gold Cocktail Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The entire composition is set in rich 18k gold, providing a warm, elegant contrast to the cool tones of the pearl and the fire of the diamonds.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Pearl Diamonds 18 kt Gold Crown
Located in Marcianise, CE
Elegant ring in 18 kt white gold with a large pearl surrounded by a diamonds crown. pearl (2.70 gr) diamonds (0.79 kt) tot. weight 13.60 gr RF G IROH RK.AIFA108 For any enquires...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
$852Sale Price|20% Off
Gray Pearl Solitaire Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Gray Pearl Solitaire Ring in 18k Yellow Gold This ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features a gray pearl set in a decorative solitaire mounting.
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.30 Carat Diamond and Pearl Bypass Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Bypass Ring The ring is 18K White Gold There are 0.30 Carats in Diamonds F/G VS The pearl is 8.3mm Freshwater Cultured The ring is a size 6, sizable The ring weighs 5.9 gra...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 1...
0.40 Carat Diamond and Pearl Bypass Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Classic Bypass Ring The ring is 18K Yellow Gold There are 0.40 Carats in Diamonds F/G VS The pearl is 8.7mm Freshwater Cultured The ring is a size 6.75, sizable The ring weighs 7.2 g...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 1...
White Gold, Diamond and Tahitian Pearl Ring
Located in Coral Gables, FL
18 Karat White Gold Ring Featuring An 11.5mm Tahitian Cultured Pearl Accented By 38 Round Diamonds Of SI Clarity & H Color.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage "Toi et Moi" Pearl & Diamond Ring 14K White Gold
Located in Montgomery, AL
Crafted in 14K white gold with delicate diamond accents, the softly glowing pearls lend the piece a timeless sense of romance and understated elegance.
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Victorian pearl diamond 14k yellow gold cluster ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
At its center rests a luminous pearl, prized for its soft glow and timeless appeal, serving as a classic focal point emblematic of the era’s elegance.
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Stone, Pearls, 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring.
Located in Marcianise, CE
Retrò ring in 18 kt rose gold structure mounted with a central stone representing a lady motif.
Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$2,898 / item
Chicago Gold Diamond and Pearl Band Ring
Located in Lawrenceville, GA
Gold(14K) : 5.90g Diamonds : (VS clarity & H-I colour) : (Brilliant cut ) : 0.46ct Gemstones : Cultured Pearls : 3.84ct Chicago pearl ring, crafted in gold, the band is studded wit...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
1900s Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold and White Gold Set Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This impressive early 1900s pearl and diamond cocktail ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with an 18k white gold setting.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
French 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Pearl Ring
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
The design combines a smooth, substantial yellow gold band with a softly rounded pearl centerpiece, creating a refined contrast between the warm gold, white diamonds, and creamy pearl.
Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bruner Gold Diamond South Sea Pearl Ring
Located in New York, NY
14k yellow gold ring by Bruner. Set with South Sea Pearl - 13.7mm, and approx. 2.00ctw in diamonds.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold
Italian Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring with Pearl
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The Italian Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring is an elegant piece crafted in 18kt yellow gold, featuring a stunning prong-set white pearl at its center.
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
【Conchéa】Pink Conch Blossom Ring —1.25 ct
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
*Conch Pearl Jewelry Note: Each conch pearl is one of a kind.
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
1960s Pearl Diamond 14K Cocktail Gold Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This center pearl exudes a natural beauty that's complemented perfectly by the 14K gold band that surrounds it.
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
South Sea Pearl Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Impressive 18k yellow gold ring, with center 13mm South Sea pearl, surrounded with approx. 0.90ctw H/VS diamonds.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold
Marquise Rose Gold Ring Pearls and Sapphires
Located in Milano, MI
Marquise ring set in 12ct rose gold with natural pearls and sapphires, probably from the end of the 19th Century
Pearl, Sapphire, Rose Gold
Gold Silver Diamond Australian Pearl Ring
Located in Marcianise, CE
Retro ring in 9kt yellow gold and silver composed of a central pearl surrouded by diamonds. diamonds 0.62kt pearl 12mm/ 0.47inch tot weight 8.8gr r.f.
Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Vintage 1960s 18k White Gold Cultured Pearl & Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive pearl and diamond ring has been crafted in 18k white gold.
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Black Tahitian Pearl Diamond Ring 14K White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Specifications: Metal: 14K White Gold Tahititan Pearl Diameter: 11.9 mm Diamond Count: 2 Diamond Color: I-J Diamond Clarity: SI Diamond Carat Weight: 0.04 carats Total Weight:...
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Modern Pearl Diamond White Gold Ring For Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Diamond & Pearl Ring Crafted in elegant 14K white gold, this sophisticated ring features a luminous natural pearl accented by brilliant natural diamonds.
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Akoya Pearl Solitaire Ring - 10k Bead
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $40 or Down 2 sizes for $30 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold Stone Information Akoya Pearl Cut: Bead Color: White Style: Solitaire Measurements ...
Pearl, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
M. Buccellati, Silver-topped Gold Diamond Pearl Ring
By Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Buccellati Metal: 18K gold & silver Diamonds: Approx. 2.6 ct Pearl diameter: 9.42–9.49 mm; 9.02–9.07 mm Measurements: US size 6 Weight: 14.9 g Hallmarks: "ITALY 18K", "T26...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
18K White Gold Mabe Pearl and Diamonds Ring
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is an 18K White Gold Mabe Pearl and Diamonds Ring. It depicts a large platinum white Mabe pearl (14 mm) mounted in 18K white gold prong setting.
Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 18k Yellow Gold and Silver Pearl Ring
Located in New York, NY
This antique ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold with silver accents and features a lustrous pearl as its centerpiece.
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Yoko London Pearls South Sea Pearl and Diamond Ring in 18 Carat White Gold
By Yoko London
Located in London, GB
- 13-14mm South Sea Pearl - 46 Brown Diamonds (Total Carat Weight: 0.79ct) - 24 White Diamonds (Total Carat Weight: 0.29ct) - 18 Karat White Gold - UK Size: O 1/2 (US Size 7 1/4)...
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18...
9k Gold Double Row Pearl Waterfall Ring
Located in London, GB
A bold organic style Waterfall 9k white gold ring, with thirteen small white pearls in two rows of dots between three Ripple style outer bands.
Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian Pearl, Ruby & Diamond Ring in Gold
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
The vivid crimson rubies symbolize passion and prosperity, while the diamonds add a touch of timeless sparkle, beautifully framing the pearl's natural beauty. 1. Material :Gold– yell...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian 14K Gold Amethyst Seed Pearl Ring
Located in Denver, CO
Set in 14K yellow gold. Circa 1880-1900.
Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
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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