.90 Carat Edwardian Sapphire 14 Karat Yellow Gold/Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 6.5 Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold & Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 4.0 grams Center Sapphire Details: Weight: .90ct Cut: Old European brilliant Color: Dark Blue ...
Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Garnet and Opal 9 Carat Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Either side of the glittering garnets in this ring are gorgeous and colourful opals. The garnets total 30pts and the opals total approx 45pts. The setting and shoulders of this ring ...
Garnet, Opal, Gold
Edwardian Diamond 18 Carat Gold and Platinum Cross Over Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This fancy cross over ring has lots of detail and set within illusion settings are two diamonds. The diamonds total 10pts. The stones are set in platinum and the ring is modelled in ...
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
18k Gold Platinum Art Nouveau Ring with 0.35ct Old Mine Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
18k Gold, Platinum Weight 2.1g Art Nouveau Featuring Old Mine Diamond Approx. 0.35ct Measurements 0.75in x 0.65in Ring Size 6.75 Sizable
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 15 Carat Gold Turquoise and Pearl Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
A spectacular five-stone ring. Set with five wonderful cabochon cut turquoise with pearl points in between. Modelled in 15 carat yellow gold. Ring Size: P 1/2 or 8 Band Width: 5.5m...
Turquoise, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA .82 Carat Total Weight Edwardian Diamond 14Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1900s Item Details: Ring Size: 5 Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.2 grams Diamond Details: GIA Report#:5231074874 Weight: 82ct total weight Cut...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Diamond 18 Carat Gold and Platinum Cross Over Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This fancy cross over ring has lots of detail and set within the platinum settings are two diamonds. The diamonds measure 35pts each. The ring is modelled in 18ct gold. Ring Size: ...
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
$312Sale Price|20% Off
Restored Victorian Angel Skin Cameo French Ribbon Ring in 16K Gold over Silver
Located in Honolulu, HI
A breathing second life into historical elegance: This exquisite piece is a special collaboration between an antique curator and a renowned Korean fine jewelry artisan/master design...
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Edwardian Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Three-Stone Star Setting Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Hallmarked Birmingham 1900. Ring Size: J 1/2 or 5 Band Width: 7mm Weight: 2.1g
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
GIA .69 Carat Total Weight Edwardian Diamond 14Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1900s Item Details: Ring Size: 6 Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.9 grams Diamond Details: GIA Report#: 5234076105 Weight: .69ct total weight C...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Victorian GIA 1.56 carat old European cut diamond seed pearl 18k gold ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This enchanting Victorian ring is a beautifully distinctive jewel from the 1900’s, centered by a GIA-certified old European cut diamond weighing 1.56 carats.
Pearl, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, 14k Gold, 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
GIA Certified 1.37 Carat Edwardian Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 6.25 Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.4 grams Center Diamond Details: GIA REPORT #: 5221633021 Weight: 1.37ct Cut: Old European brilliant Co...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$18,830
Antique Diamond Dress Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a striking dress ring crafted from a rich 18ct yellow gold with a slight rosey hue. The design features a bold, sculptural form with smooth, rounded contours. At its cen...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
.20 Carat Total Weight Edwardian Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 8 Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 5.3 grams Details: Ruby, Sapphire & Pearl center stones (.50ct each stone) Type: Natural, no treatments. D...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Victorian 1.10 Carat Ruby and 0.48 Carat Diamond, Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This antique ruby ring has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 18 karat gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold and Platinum Edwardian Opal and Old Mine Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1900s Item Details: Ring Size: 5.25 (Sizable) Metal Type: 14k Yellow Gold, and Platinum Top [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.65 grams Diamond Details: .60ct total weight, old...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Flower Ring of Pearl, Diamond, and Emerald in 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A Delicate Bloom of Belle Époque Elegance This enchanting antique ring, circa 1900, captures the romanticism of the Belle Époque era with its delicate floral motif rendered in exqui...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold
Edwardian Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Three vibrant rose cut rubies are the feature of this fine Edwardian period eighteen karat 18k yellow gold ring. It's beautiful antique setting includes four .01 carat diamonds accen...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 2.0 Ct Fire Opal Diamond Ring 18 KT Gold
Located in Napoli, IT
This more than exquisite antique ring is in transition between the Edwardian and Art Deco period 1910/1920 circa Elegantly designed for a timeless style getting more beautiful and ra...
Diamond, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
8.61 Carat White Opal and 0.04 Carat Diamond 15K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning and large antique opal ring has been crafted in 15k yellow gold, with 15k white gold settings.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
.55 Carat Total Weight Edwardian Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 4.5 Metal Type: 14 karat Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.5 grams Diamond Details: Weight: .55 carat, total weight Cut: Old European brilliant Color: G-H Cl...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Victorian Diamond and Ruby Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The antique ruby and diamond ring is a very good gauge of gold and is in excellent condition.
Diamond, Ruby, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Natural Saltwater Pearl and 1.43 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive pearl and diamond cluster ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with an 18k white gold setting.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Diamond Tablet Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a lovely diamond tablet ring dating back to the Edwardian period. A single sizeable old cut diamond sits risen at the centre of an open face and accompanied by a slightl...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Oval Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring Silver Yellow Gold 1900s
Located in Lisbon, PT
Antique Edwardian sapphire and diamond engagement ring in silver and yellow gold, circa 1900. This remarkable treasure features an elongated oval dark blue sapphire, estimated at 0.9...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Edwardian Australian 5-Stone Old-Cut Diamond Half-Hoop Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This exquisite piece of jewellery is dating back to an Edwardian – turn of XXc period, yet it’s in a beautiful condition Of timeless half-hoop design, it features 5 sparkling Old-...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Diamond Navette Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a classically styled navette ring taken from the Edwardian period. This antique piece features a stunning array of round faceted old cut diamonds collectively resulting ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 1.05 Carat Diamond and Ruby Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive vintage cocktail ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with an 18k white gold setting.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Belle Epoque opal diamond cluster ring in 18k gold and platinum
Located in PARIS, FR
Opal diamond cluster ring in 18 karat gold and platinum. Ring centered with a large cabochon-cut opal, 3.40 carats.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum
1.20 Carat Basaltic Sapphire 1.59 Carat Diamond, 18k Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The elevated and flared, scroll decorated ring shoulders blend seamlessly with the hallmarked 18k yellow gold ring shank.
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond Ring. Elongated Platinum 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Sapphire Center Sapphire Cut: Cushion Cut Secondary Stones: Diamonds and sapphires Diamond Weight: Approximately 0.30 carats Diamond Cut: Old European...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Gold
Antique 2 Carat Oval Cut Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The antique ruby ring is an excellent gauge of gold and is in excellent condition.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Turquoise and Diamond Point Five-Stone 15 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This wonderful turquoise five stone ring is modelled in 18ct gold and features eight small diamond points that sit between the oval turquoise stone cabochons. Ring Size: J 1/2 or 5...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Gold
$2,112Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Rose Cut Diamond Ring of 14k and 18k Gold, Circa 1920
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Vintage Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Ring in 18k Rhodium-Plated White Gold and 14k Yellow Gold A graceful blend of vintage elegance and contemporary craftsmanship, this two-tone ring fe...
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Natural Pearl Toi et Moi Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Natural Pearl Toi et Moi Ring - GIA. This incredible Toi et Moi ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum top. The ring hol...
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Circa 1900s Art Nouveau 18K Yellow Gold Black Opal and Diamond Ring - VEG#2029a
Located in Hicksville, NY
Circa 1900s Art Nouveau 14K Yellow Gold Black Opal and Diamond Ring - VEG#2029a Item Details: Year: 1900s Ring Size: 4.25 (Sizeable) Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tes...
Diamond, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian 0.95ct Old European Cut Ring. Diamond Platinum on 18K Yellow Gold JVS1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 0.65 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Old Mine Cut Center Diamond Color: L Color Center Diamond Clarity: VS2 Secondary Stones...
Diamond, Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
3.82 Carat Coral and 0.16 Carat Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 3.82 carat coral and 0.16 carat diamond, 18k yellow gold five stone ring; part of our antique coral jewelry collections.
Coral, Diamond, Yellow Gold
Edwardian 18K Gold Hand-Hammered Rubover Setting Old European Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Venice, CA
This Edwardian ring has all of the elements that are most often desired in today’s quest for the perfect wide-band half-dome diamond ring. The hand-hammered texture adds a beautiful ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Edwardian Pearl Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Pearl Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1900 Hallmarked Birmingham- The date letter has rubbed.
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
$1,591Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Circa 1900s 6k Gold Top Silver Natural Old Cut Diamond And Ruby Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
An antique ring in silver-topped 6k gold, circa 1900s, set with natural diamonds totaling approximately 0.45 carats (H-I-J-L color, SI1-SI2-SI3-I1 clarity) and natural rubies totalin...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Silver
Antique Edwardian Pearl, Ruby & Diamond Ring in Gold
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
A beautifully refined treasure from the Edwardian era, this antique pearl, ruby, and diamond ring is masterfully crafted in rich gold, showcasing the elegance and artistry that defin...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
$2,500
Opal & Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Opal & Diamond Ring A ring featuring 4 opals surrounding a round cut center diamond approximately .70 carats. Ring Size: 4.75 Complimentary resizing Gram Weight: 6.8 grams Met...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Edwardian 18K Gold Opal and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in Venice, CA
This 18k gold Edwardian ring features three oval Australian opals prong set with four small diamonds encrusted between them. The opals have gorgeous color play, with flashes of pinks...
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 18K Gold Diamond and Ruby Ring. Cushion & Old European Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 0.20 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Antique Cushion Cut Center Diamond Color: I-J Color Center Diamond Clarity: VS1-SI1 Sec...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold
Antique Edwardian Two Gold Tone Diamond Trinity Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
This antique piece was handcrafted sometime during the Edwardian design period (1900-1920). The setting features an 18K gold shank with a platinum head and gallery.
White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Silver
Antique Art Nouveau Alliance Ring Sapphire & Diamonds In Rose Gold, Vienna c1900
By Austrian Manufactory
Located in Vienna, AT
Elegant band ring in 14k red gold, reinforced at the top and set in the center with an inlaid sapphire, approx. 0.40 ct, flanked by two old-cut diamonds, together approx. 0.50 ct.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 18k Yellow Gold Ring with Diamonds
Located in Aventura, FL
Discover a stunning antique ring, meticulously crafted in 18k yellow gold. This exquisite piece showcases a round cut diamond that weighs approximately 0.08 carats, making it a charm...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Citrine and 9 Carat Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The gorgeous citrine stone is a soft yellow colour set in within the buttery gold. Modelled in 9carat gold. Fully hallmarked Birmingham 1902.. Ring Size: N or 6 3/4 Stone Dimensions...
Citrine, Gold
Victorian era 2color 14 caret gold ring marked 585 and "AF" with a large citrine
Located in Baltimore, MD
Victorian era 2 color 14K ring marked 585 and AF with a large citrine. Curlicues decorate the 14 caret 2 color gold setting and surround the citrine. In addition to the stamped 585...
Citrine, 14k Gold, Gold
Edwardian Diamond Navette Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming navette ring dating back to the Edwardian period. This elegant piece showcases a single old mine cut diamond at the centre of the face in an eight clawed sett...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$2,947Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold 0.91ctw Old European Cut Diamond 5 Stone Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
Total diamond weight, estimated: 0.91ctw Gross weight: 3.5g Ring size: UK – R US – 8 ¾ EU – 58.75 mm Hallmarks: remnants of ‘18’ (18 karat gold) stamp, bearing makers mark “BLH...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Louis Wièse Art Nouveau Lapis Lazuli Diamond Gold Cornflower Motif Cocktail Ring
By Jules & Louis Wiese
Located in London, GB
Additional Information: Material: Gold, lapis lazuli, diamonds Origin: French, c. 1900 Dimensions: H 3.70cm (1.46 in) x W 2.00cm (0.79 in) Weight: 11.70 Grams Case: Ring Case Marks: ...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold
0.57 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond 18 Carat Yellow Gold Gents Ring
Located in London, GB
A classic 18 carat yellow gold antique ring centred with a beautiful old mine cut diamond weighing 0.57ct, mounted in a raised eight claw, open back setting. Tested 18 carat gold. UK...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau 14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal, Emerald and Rose Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1900s Item Details: Ring Size: 6 Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.7 grams Diamond Details: .25ct total weight, rose cut diamond, natural diamond...
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Yellow Gold
1900s Blood Jasper 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold. Delightful antique ring, it presents a rectangular and rounded plate with the angles closed set of a plate of blood jasper and bordered of a gold cord.
Jasper, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Columbian Emerald and Diamond Ring of 18k Gold and Platinum - GIA Cert
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A luminous example of Belle Époque refinement, this antique ring (circa 1900–1915) dazzles with a vibrant arrangement of vivid slight bluish green natural emeralds paired with sparkl...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Art Nouveau Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Art Nouveau Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Circa 1900 A beautiful antique Art Nouveau 18ct yellow gold and diamond ring, dating to the early 20th century.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Trilogy Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Edwardian 0.95 carat ruby and 0.61 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold trilogy ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections. This st...
Diamond, Ruby, 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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