1884 Ring natural Seed Pearls Enamel solid 18K Gold Ø US6 / 1.1 gr
Located in SE
Antique 18K Gold Ring decorated with hand - engraved enameled eight- pointed Star and three natural River Pearls.
Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
Mother's Day Gift: Scarselli GIA-Certified 1.20 Carat Fancy Light Yellow Diamond
By SCARSELLI
Located in New York, NY
Mother's Day Gift Guide! Halo Ring with 1.20 Carat Fancy Light Yellow Diamond center stone, surrounded by two rows of round white diamonds, TCW 0.29.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$960,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 12.80 Carat Round Brilliant Cut 18k Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
12.3 ct Total Weight Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring is an exceptional piece, combining the elegance of 18k yellow gold with the sophistication of platinum.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
$27,300Sale Price|35% Off
PURPLE PINK NATURAL STAR SAPPHIRE RING 17 CT! GIA CERTIFIED NO HEAT! Sri Lanka!
Located in Galveston, TX
SRI LANKAN ORIGIN REPORT! 20-DIAMOND HALO (~1.75 TCW) SOLID PLATINUM BAND & SETTING WITH 18K YELLOW GOLD SURROUND The most unique quality of this stone is its exceptional clar...
Star Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
GRS Certified 10.11 Carat Natural Untreated Pink Sapphire Ring
Located in Weston, MA
Type: Natural Sapphire Treatment: Natural, no heat, no artificial treatment Weight: 10.11 carat Color: Pink Color Intensity: Vivid Clarity: clean, very Slightly Included Cut: Modifie...
Sapphire, 18k Gold
11.33 Carat Boho Inspired Colombian Emerald Round Bezel Statement Ring 18K
Located in Jupiter, FL
Designed and handcrafted in the best quality gold by our own master jeweler, Robinson. The shank of the ring is dexterously hand-crafted into a comfort band, making it a delight to w...
Emerald, 18k Gold
Antique Signet Ring Hand and Flower Intaglio Amethyst solid 18K Ø6.5US/5.1gr
Located in SE
Nobility Intaglio Signet Ring for Men or Women. European , 19th - early 20th century. Swedish customs hallmarks 18K confirmation : 3 crowns. Intaglio of a Flower in a Hand, hand - e...
Amethyst, 18k Gold
Capsule Solf Large Yellow Gold Diamond 18K Gold Bracelet for Her/Him
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Capsule Soft Diamond Collection by Natkina Handmade Excellence in 18K Gold with Diamonds The Capsule Soft Diamond Collection by Natkina showcases unique, custom, handmade jewelry c...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1ct Oval Diamond Halo Yellow Gold Bezel Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this pendant ❤️ to receive price updates** A refined diamond pendant necklace crafted in 18K yellow gold, featuring a GIA certified natural 1 carat oval diamond graded J color...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.8ct Oval Diamond Halo White Gold Bezel Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this pendant ❤️ to receive price updates** A refined diamond pendant necklace crafted in 18K white gold, featuring a GIA certified natural 1.8 carat oval diamond graded F colo...
Diamond, White Gold
$5,957Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1 carat Oval Diamond Halo 18K White Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this pendant❤️ to receive price updates** A timeless diamond pendant necklace crafted in 18K white gold, featuring a GIA certified natural 1.00 carat oval diamond graded H col...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
$35,600Sale Price|20% Off
ANNA RINGE For FABERGE 1908 Large Enameled Ladybug Brooch 14Kt Gold & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
An enameled ladybug designed by Anna Ringe (1840–1912) for Faberge. This is a fabulous antique brooch created in Moscow Russia during the imperial period, circa 1908. This belle epo...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, 14k Gold, Enamel
GIA Certified 2.05ct Round Diamond Cluster Halo Pendant Necklace in White Gold
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Please note: The appearance of the pendant may vary slightly from the photos due to lighting, photography, and the natural characteristics of both handcrafted jewelry and diamonds. ...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.02ct Round Diamond Cluster Halo Pendant Necklace in Yellow Gold
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Please note: The appearance of the pendant may vary slightly from the photos due to lighting, photography, and the natural characteristics of both handcrafted jewelry and diamonds. ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Capsule Solf Large Diamond 18K Bracelet for Her/Him
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Capsule Soft Diamond Collection by Natkina Handmade Excellence in 18K Gold with Diamonds The Capsule Soft Diamond Collection by Natkina showcases unique, custom, handmade jewelry c...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cocktail necklace in gold and diamonds, large central diamond and rubi pendant
Located in MADRID, ES
Cocktail necklace in gold and diamonds, large central diamond and rubi pendant.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
14K Yellow Gold Graduated 0.47ct Natural Diamond Cluster Disc Pendant for gift
Located in Jaipur, IN
14K solid yellow gold graduated diamond cluster disc pendant. 0.47 carats natural round brilliant diamonds — larger stones at outer edge graduating to smaller at center.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Natural Baguette Diamond Teardrop Necklace, 0.89ct Gift for Her
Located in Diera, AE
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18K White Gold Baguette Diamond Marquise Cluster Necklace, 0.49ct Gift for Her
Located in Diera, AE
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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold 6.94ct Natural Diamond Graduated Necklace, Birthday Gifts For Her
Located in Diera, AE
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Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
Large French 18K Yellow Gold Lovebirds Emerald Ruby Sapphire Diamond Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold pendant depicting a pair of lovebirds on a branch in front of the setting sun. Set with a faceted emerald, ruby and diamond, a cabochon ruby and s...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Circle Promise Ring Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in London, England
A beautiful diamond circle pendant set in 18k white gold. This simple pendant is set with a large 0.04 carat round brilliant cut diamond which is securely encased in a rub-over sett...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14kt White Gold 1.03 Ct Diamond Peace Sign Symbol Pendant Fine Jewelry for Gift
Located in Jaipur, IN
At a generous face diameter, this pendant has genuine visual presence: large enough to be clearly seen and recognized as a peace sign from a social distance, refined enough in its di...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, White Gold
18K Rose Gold Diamond Mother of Pearl Teardrop Necklace, 0.58cts Gift for Wife
Located in Diera, AE
The rose gold setting shows only as thin metal edges between the diamond halo and pearl inlay, letting both materials read as the dominant surface.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
1.83 ct Pear Diamond Open Crescent Front Hoop Earrings 18K White Gold for Bridal
Located in Diera, AE
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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
43.74 Ct Cushion-Cut Tanzanite & 4 Ct Diamond Ring in 14K White Gold Size 6.5
Located in New York, NY
Extreme fine color and clarity. This extraordinary, 43.74 carat tanzanite is truly an extraordinary gemstone. There are total of 4 carats of shimmering white brilliant cut round di...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold
Pomellato Rose Gold Diamond Duna Earrings
By Pomellato
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Pomellato Rose Gold Diamond Duna Earrings A pair of unique 18k rose gold Pomellato hoop earrings from the Duna collection.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Pomellato Rose Gold Diamond Duna Earrings
By Pomellato
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Pomellato Rose Gold Diamond Duna Earrings A pair of unique 18k rose gold Pomellato hoop earrings from the Duna collection.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Natural Diamond Drop Earrings 3.44 Carats 18K White Gold Pear & Marquise Diamond
Located in Diera, AE
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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Antique Ruby Diamond Gold Chain Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A delicate Antique 18k (tested) gold chain bracelet features ruby and diamond. Diamonds set in silver and gold setting.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Diamond Bypass Collar Necklace with Pear & Round Diamonds 14K White Gold 4.05 Ct
Located in Diera, AE
Set in 14K white gold at 12.92 grams, the metal is worked into a fine pavé channel along the band and individual prong settings for the larger pear and round diamonds at the bypass p...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
1970s Cultured Pearl Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 karat rose gold. A timeless vintage pendant, it features a bezel setting adorned with a modern brilliant-cut diamond in the center, supporting a gold cap that holds a l...
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Natural Diamond & Blue Sapphire Drop Earrings in 18K White Gold 3.08 Ct Diamond
Located in Diera, AE
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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Diamond L Charm 14k White Gold Fine Pendant Initial Jewelry Unisex
Located in Jaipur, IN
It is hand-set with small, brilliant-cut natural diamonds Suspension System: Features a small, polished jump ring attached to the top of the letter, connected to a larger, seamless ...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Gold Zambian Emerald & Diamond Sunburst Medallion Pendant 1.21 Ct
Located in Jaipur, IN
Collector & Investment Perspective Large-format medallion pendants combining natural Zambian emerald with diamond halos and engraved gold discs represent a growing and actively c...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Natural Princess Cut Diamond Cross 18k White Gold Pendant Necklace 24.5x11mm
Located in Birmingham, GB
The cross measures approx. 24.5x11mm including jump ring that will allow for a larger chain. The cross is hanging on an 18k white gold curb chain measuring 18' (45cm).
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K Rose & White Gold Opal Diamond Necklace 37.50CTW 55.98g NWT
Located in Carmel By The Sea, CA
Details Metal: 14K Rose Gold & White Gold Gemstones: Natural Opals, Natural Diamonds Total Weight: 55.98 grams Ring Size / Length: Approximately 17 inches Measurements: 15.44mm to 1...
Diamond, Opal, Rose Gold, White Gold
Antique 5.15 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Bow Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive diamond bow necklace has been crafted in 10k yellow gold with a 10k white gold setting.
Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Graduated Emerald Necklace, 10.18ct Emeralds, 2.44ct Diamonds
Located in Diera, AE
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Solid 14k White Gold Z Letter Initial Pendant Genuine Diamond Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
It is hand-set with small, brilliant-cut natural diamonds Suspension System: Features a small, polished jump ring attached to the top of the letter, connected to a larger, seamless ...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Solid 14k White Gold R Letter Initial Pendant Natural Diamond Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
It is hand-set with small, brilliant-cut natural diamonds Suspension System: Features a small, polished jump ring attached to the top of the letter, connected to a larger, seamless ...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.26 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Halo 18K White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Product Specifications: Item Type: Emerald and Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K Two-Tone White and Yellow Gold pendant; 14K White Gold chain Pendant Weight: 1.16 grams (witho...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Solid 14k White Gold Finding Natural White Diamond Lock Clasp Charm Finding
Located in Jaipur, IN
This item description outlines the 14k White Gold Pave Diamond Swivel Albert Clasp Finding, a premium component used in luxury, customizable jewelry-making Details:- Item Code :- FI...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver 1/2Ct Treated Yellow Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
"Video Available Upon Request" Product Features: Diamond Type: Natural Color Treated Yellow Diamonds Diamond Count: 33 Round-Cut Diamonds Diamond Colors: Yellow and I-J Diamond Cla...
Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate, Yel...
18kt Yellow Gold Cufflinks Dome Hammered, 1989 Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Antwerp, BE
1989 Tiffany & Co, Collection Paloma Picasso, 18 Kt yellow Gold Cufflinks 1989 18 kt solid yellow gold Paloma Picasso Tiffany & Co collection Large dome hand hammered cufflinks.
Yellow Gold
Teardrop Charm Pendant Solid 14k Yellow Gold Genuine H/Si White Diamond Pendant
Located in Jaipur, IN
This is a Two-Tone Gold Diamond Teardrop Cluster Pendant featuring a classic pear silhouette enhanced by an illusion-style setting.
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Natural Emeralds and Diamonds Necklace, 8.73ct Anniversary Gift
Located in Diera, AE
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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
Natural 1.00ct Princess Cut Diamond Cross 18k White Gold Pendant Necklace VVS
Located in Birmingham, GB
The cross measures approx. 26x14mm including jump ring that will allow for a larger chain. The cross is hanging on an 18k white gold curb chain measuring 18' (45cm).
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural 1.00ct Princess Cut Diamond Cross 18k White Gold Pendant Necklace 3.53g
Located in Birmingham, GB
The cross measures approx. 25x14mm including jump ring that will allow for a larger chain. The cross is hanging on an 18k white gold curb chain measuring 18' (45cm).
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,988Sale Price|20% Off
VICTORIAN 1890 Pendant-Brooch In 18Kt Yellow Gold Precious Opals & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. The 29 gemstones are secured in the settings.
Diamond, Opal, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$3,135Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K White Gold 0.68ct Natural Diamond Cluster Pendant Necklace, Anniversary Gift
Located in Diera, AE
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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Victorian 6.22 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant, circa 1880
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian diamond pendant necklace has been crafted in 12k yellow gold with a silver setting.
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
Solid 14k White Gold H Letter 6 mm Pendant Natural Diamond Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
It is hand-set with small, brilliant-cut natural diamonds Suspension System: Features a small, polished jump ring attached to the top of the letter, connected to a larger, seamless ...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Earrings Pearls Diamonds solid 18K Gold / 2.36gr
Located in SE
A pair of antique European stud Earrings hand - made ca .1930s in 18K Yellow /White Gold (tested) with flexible pendants featuring natural Oriental pearls and Diamonds.
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond Solid 14k Yellow Gold Fine Jewelry D Letter 6 mm Pendant
Located in Jaipur, IN
Gemstone Embellishment: The front surface of the initial features a pavé stone setting. It is hand-set with small, brilliant-cut natural diamonds Suspension System: Features a small...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold 7.34ct Natural Diamond Cluster Necklace, Milestone Birthday Gifts
Located in Diera, AE
A graduated line of diamond clusters, each shaped like a small scalloped heart, builds toward a larger cluster at center front on this 14K white gold necklace.
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Natural Diamond Cluster Drop Earrings in 18K White Gold 1.99 Carats
Located in Diera, AE
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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, 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 diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
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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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