Antique Art Deco 18K White Gold Red Spinel & Old Euro Cut Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
A striking example of Art Deco design, this antique ring is crafted in 18K white gold and showcases a vibrant interplay of rich red spinels and glittering old European cut diamonds.
Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold, White Gold
Red Carpet 3.69 Carat Cushion Pink Sapphire and Baguette Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Oscar Worthy Bubble-Gum Pink Sapphire and Baguette Diamond Gold Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set Rectangular Cushion Bubble-Gum Pink Sapp...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pink Red Ruby & Diamond Art Deco Style Filigree 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A spectacular Art Deco design ring. Crafted in cool white gold, the filigree open-work on the face of the ring is just breathtaking. The detail is perfectly crisp. It is set with a g...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Oval Shape Red Garnet & Halo Opal Art Deco Style Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Sophisticated elegance and classic tradition are all wrapped up in this natural garnet and opal halo ring in yellow gold inspired by Art Deco era. At the center a lush oval cut garne...
Garnet, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.37 Carat Oval Blue Red Flash Opal Diamond Halo White Gold Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1950's Opal and diamond ring. Oval red, blue orange flash opal in a 14k white gold setting with a halo of 21 round cut diamonds. 1 oval white crystal with red, orange, yellow and b...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Vintage Cartier Vivid Red Ruby Ellipse 18k Yellow Gold Oval Cut Solitaire Ring K
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Vivid Red Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Solitaire Band Ring. Stunning yellow gold ring set with a vivid red ruby.
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yin and Yang Ruby Ring Gold Natural Bicolor Red Ruby July Birthstone
Located in Berlin, DE
A distinctive ring featuring a natural bicolor ruby from Thailand, selected for its unusual tonal variation and individual character. The 2.10-carat ruby is cut as a rounded cabochon...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
$3,113Sale Price|20% Off
Art Nouveau Style White Diamond Citrine Red Coral Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring has a Red Mediterranean (Sardinia, Italy) Coral and a Citrine.
Citrine, Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Tsavorite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold, Red Jasper & Diamond Egypt Scarab Ring by Silvia Furmanovich
By Silvia Furmanovich
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Inspired by ancient Egyptian motifs, the “Egypt Scarab Ring” features a richly colored red jasper scarab, expertly set in 18K yellow gold.
Diamond, Jasper, Yellow Gold
Red Pink Ruby & Diamonds Floral Dome Edwardian Engagement 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
An Art Deco inspired engagement ring that features a bezel set round ruby. The center ruby is set in a dome mounting of open-work filigree, set with round diamonds. This ring is deco...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,000Sale Price|24% Off
Art Deco Coral Ring 14 Karat Gold Red Salmon Coral Cabochon, 1924
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent original Art Deco Ring with two beautiful natural round Red - Salmon Coral Cabochons set in a stunning Art Deco design in 14 Karat Gold.
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Undyed Red Coral Cameo Fashion Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
This gorgeous Victorian 14 karat yellow gold ring boasts a hand carved red coral cameo with truly stunning natural untreated color!
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond & Red Pink Ruby Art Deco Style Floral Halo White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This Art Deco style Diamond and Ruby Ring is absolutely divine. It’s fashioned from 18k white gold and centered with 0.35 carat round brilliant cut diamond, set in a lovely openwork ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond & Red Pink Ruby Antique Style Floral Flower Two Tone Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A lovely floral ring for anyone who loves antique-inspired jewelry. Made of dazzling round cut diamond and French cut ruby. Total of five center diamonds form a flower with diamond a...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
19.06 Carat Intense Red Rubelite and Diamond Gold Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Elegant & finely detailed Gold Ring, center set with a securely nestled 19.06 Carat Oval Intense Red Rubelite, measuring approx. 16.5mm x 13.0mm; clarity VS; heat treatment; surround...
Diamond, Rubelite, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Designer MAZ Large Red Enameled Dome Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
By Maz
Located in Honolulu, HI
Stunning vintage enamel large dome ring my MAZ. The ring is beautifully crafted in 14K yellow gold and feature red enamel with gold swirl designs.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Diamond Cluster & Red Pink Ruby Art Deco Style 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Step into the dazzling world of glamour with our Art Deco inspired diamond and ruby marquise ring a true celebration of style and sophistication! Featuring seven round cut diamonds w...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Unique Oval Red Ruby Ring in White Gold with White Diamond Surround
Located in London, GB
This one-of-a-kind white gold ring brings together an inviting cabochon ruby and round brilliant white diamonds in a design that’s both intricate and graceful.
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
SI/H Heart Diamond Solitaire Red Enamel Promise Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
SI/H Heart Diamond Solitaire Red Enamel Promise Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold features red enamel band ring with hear cut diamond set in the center of it making a minimalist diamond ring.
Diamond, Enamel, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Art Deco Style Pink Red Ruby & Diamond 18K White Gold Shield Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
18k white gold ring centering 0.76 carat oval ruby framed by a halo of diamonds, with French cut rubies punctuate on west and east side. The setting is made of solid 18k white gold a...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mings Oval White and Red Orange Bicolor Cabochon Jade Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications: Designer: Ming's Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 12.4 Grams Stones: Oval White and Red Orange Cabochon Jade Jade Measurements: ~23.0 mm x 16.9 mm x 8.5...
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ring With Natural Yellow Sapphire & Diamonds In Red Gold & Silver, Ceylon c 1950
Located in Berlin, DE
Sunlight And Starshine Ring With Natural Yellow Sapphire & Diamonds In Red Gold & Silver, Probably Ceylon Circa 1950 This beautiful ring in rose gold and silver features an ...
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, Silver
$3,067Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage-Style Red Sardinian Coral & Natural Diamond Cocktail Ring 18K White Gold
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Specifications & Complimentary Sizing Metal: Solid 18K White Gold Total Weight: 6.10 grams Red Coral Weight: 1.0 gram Diamond Carat Weight: 0.73 ctw Current Ring Size: 7.75 US / ...
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1912 Ring Red Garnet Seed Pearls solid 18K Gold Ø5US / 1.1gr
Located in SE
Antique Ring with two natural Seed Pearls and one rose cut Garnet of Pyrope variety set in solid 18K Gold band with hand - engraved decor on the shoulders. This ring was made Sweden...
Garnet, Pearl, 18k Gold
18k Yellow Gold 7.84ctw AGL Clean Vibrant Red Ruby w/ Baguette Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 11.53 Grams Ring Size: 6.5 (Fitted on a finger.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,716Sale Price|25% Off
Art Deco Style White Diamond Opal Onyx Red Coral Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring has a 2.10 Carats Natural Oval Cut Opal. This Ring has also Handcut Onyx and Mediterranean (Sardinia, Italy) Red Coral.
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Opal, Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Red Pink Ruby & Diamond Art Deco Style Octagon 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This fabulous finger-hugger, hand fabricated in white gold is charming with a ruby center weighting 1.20 carat (approx.). The stone is presented within an octagonal frame accented wi...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Red Ruby Diamonds Vintage Style Vertical Three Stone 14K Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A vintage inspired Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Ring. This yellow gold ring is set vertically to the center with three square shaped rubies in bezel set surrounded by eight diamond h...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pink Red Ruby Cabochon Cluster Diamond Pave Rose Gold Statement Cocktail Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
This exquisite piece features a cluster of vibrant pink red rubies set in a luxurious gold band. The stones are arranged in a captivating dome shape, creating a bold and eye-catching...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
2.38 Carats Impressive Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2.38 Carats Impressive Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Ring Suggested Replacement Value: $5,500.00 Total Center Red Ruby Weight is: Approx. 1.50 Carats (Fracture Fille...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Natural Diamond Cluster Red Halo Enamel Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Art Deco Natural Diamond Cluster Red Halo Enamel Ring 18 Karat White Gold features a diamond cluster in octagon shape and red halo around it making a wedding ring.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
4.90 Carat Impressive Red Ruby and Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
4.90 Carats Impressive Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Ring Total Red Ruby Weight is: 4.70 Carats (lead glass-filled) Ruby Measures: 12.14 x 9.85mm Natural Round Diamonds Wei...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Men's Vintage 10K Yellow Gold Masonic Ring with Red-Pink Stone, 1980s
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This vintage men’s Masonic ring is expertly crafted in 10K yellow gold, showcasing the distinguished lids style that exudes both tradition and character.
10k Gold
$15,190Sale Price|30% Off
GRS Certified 2.53 Carat Mozambique Ruby Diamond Ring in 18K Gold Vivid Red
Located in Hong Kong, HK
These diamonds exude a mesmerizing sparkle, beautifully complementing the vibrant red of the ruby. The ring is expertly crafted in 18 karat white gold, providing a luxurious setting...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.92 Carat Red Ruby and Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Oval Cut Ruby Cocktail ring in 18K Gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your energy and sensuality. Designed with big oval cut ruby in center...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$1,958Sale Price|20% Off
Hidalgo 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Jacket with Red Enamel Insert Ring Set
By Hidalgo
Located in Houston, TX
With a red enamel insert ring.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold
7.60 Carats Impressive Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
7.60 Carats Impressive Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Ring Suggested Replacement Value $6,000.00 Total Red Ruby Weight is: Approx. 6.00 Carats Ruby Measures: 11x 9mm (...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Three Marquis Red Rubies and Diamond Halo Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18k White Gold Style: Statement Ring Ring Size: 5.5 (resizing available for a fee) Total Weight: 4.4 Grams Gemstone Specifications: Gemstones: 3 mar...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
8.70 Carats Impressive Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
8.70 Carats Impressive Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K White Gold Ring Suggested Replacement Value $6,900.00 Total Natural Red Ruby Weight is: Approx. 7.50 Carats Ruby Treatment...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
4.50 Carats Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
4.50 Carats Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Ring Total Natural Red Ruby Weight is: Approx. 3.30 Carat Ruby Measures: Approx. 8.00 x 8.00mm Ruby treatment: Fractu...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
RARE Vintage Bvlgari Astrea Vivid Red Ruby & Diamond 18k White Gold Bypass Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Bvlgari Astrea Oval Cut Vivid Red Ruby 18k White Gold Bypass Ring. The classic Bvlgari snake theme from the modern Astrea line, this 18k white gold bypass ring wraps be...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
9.40 Carats Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
9.40 Carats Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Ring Total Natural Red Ruby Weight is: Approx. 8.40 Carat Ruby Measures: Approx. 13.00 x 11.00mm Ruby treatment: Frac...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
7.40 Carats Impressive Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
7.40 Carats Impressive Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Ring Suggested Replacement Value: $5,900.00 Total Red Ruby Weight is: 6.00 Carats Ruby Measures: 10.00 x 8.00m...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
11.10 Carats Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
11.10 Carats Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring Total Red Ruby Weight is: Approx. 9.40 Carats Natural Oval Red Ruby Measures: Approx. 16.00 x 11.00mm Ruby tre...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
8.40 Carats Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
8.40 Carats Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring Total Red Ruby Weight is: Approx. 7.00 Carats Natural Oval Red Ruby Measures: Approx. 12.00 x 10.00mm Ruby trea...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
9.00 Carats Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
9.00 Carats Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring Total Red Ruby Weight is: Approx. 7.60 Carats Natural Oval Red Ruby Measures: Approx. 13.00 x 10.00mm Ruby trea...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
5.23 Carat Red Spinel, Citrine and Diamond Cocktail Ring in Tri-colored Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fiery, orange-red spinel is set in this beautiful 18k yellow, rose and white gold handmade ring.
Citrine, White Diamond, Spinel, Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Gold,...
8.70 Carats Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
8.70 Carats Impressive Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Ring Suggested Replacement Value $7,000.00 Total Natural Oval Red Ruby Weight is: Approx. 2.50 Carats Ruby Mea...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
8.30 Carats Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
8.30 Carats Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring Total Red Ruby Weight is: Approx. 6.90 Carats Natural Oval Red Ruby Measures: Approx. 12.00 x 10.00mm Ruby trea...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
4.40 Carats Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
4.40 Carats Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Ring Total Red Ruby Weight is: Approx. 2.90 Carats Natural Oval Red Ruby Measures: Approx. 9.00 x 7.00mm Ruby treatment: F...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
8.20 Carats Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
8.20 Carats Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring Total Red Ruby Weight is: Approx. 7.00 Carats Natural Red Ruby Measures: Approx. 11.00 x 9.00mm Ruby treatment:...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ring with White, Black and Champange Diamonds in 18 Karat Red Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
When combined, these three create a beautiful, multi-dimensional effect that catches the light and sparkles with breathtaking brilliance. This stunning ring is designed with 18 Kara...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
9.40 Carats Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
9.40 Carats Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring Total Red Ruby Weight is: Approx. 6.90 Carats Ruby Measures: Approx. 11.5 mm Ruby treatment: Fracture Filling ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18.80 Carats Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18.80 Carats Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Ring Total Natural Red Ruby Weight is: Approx. 17.40 Carat Ruby Measures: Approx. 16.00 x 13.00mm Ruby treatment: Fr...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
19.60 Carats Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19.60 Carats Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Ring Total Natural Red Ruby Weight is: Approx. 17.80 Carat Ruby Measures: Approx. 16.00 x 14.00mm Ruby treatment: Fr...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
3.05 Carat Impressive Red Ruby and Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
3.05 Carats Impressive Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Ring Total Red Ruby Weight is: Approx. 2.70 Carats Ruby Measures: Approx. 7mm Ruby Treatment: Fracture filling Natural...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
4.40 Carats Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid Rose Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
4.40 Carats Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid Rose Gold Ring Total Natural Red Ruby Weight is: Approx. 3.20 Carat Natural Round Ruby Diameter: Approx. 9.00mm Ruby treatment:...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
7.00 Carats Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
7.00 Carats Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring Total Red Ruby Weight is: Approx. 5.90 Carats Ruby Measures: Approx. 12.00 x 10.00mm Ruby treatment: Fracture F...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified .3 Carat Natural Red Ruby Diamond Gold Victorian Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Two nice old mine cut diamonds. Handmade Victorian ring 1 Oval 4.62 x 3.43 x 2.19mm brilliant cut ruby SI Approx. .30ct GIA certificate # 5161739885 2 round old mine cut diamonds F...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
6.80 Carats Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
6.80 Carats Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring Total Red Ruby Weight is: Approx. 4.90 Carats Ruby Measures: Approx. 11.00 x 9.00mm Ruby treatment: Fracture Fi...
Diamond, Ruby, 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.
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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