Contemporary Two Tone Round Diamond Ring in Brushed 18 Karat Gold & Platinum
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Four small round brilliant-cut diamonds are delicately flush-set around the base of the bezel in a compass-point arrangement, adding subtle accents of additional sparkle that draw th...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1.08 Carat Round Natural Diamond Three-Row Stacking Ring, 14k White Gold
Located in New Delhi, DL
The repeated round-diamond setting gives the ring a structured, contemporary profile without a single dominant center stone
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
French Retro GIA 17.92 carat no heat sapphire diamond 18k yellow gold ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The stone rises from a domed setting surrounded by an airy, pierced gold lattice, a construction technique that removes excess metal to let light move through the design and keeps a ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18k White Gold 8.45ct Cushion Cut Tanzanite and 1.55ctw Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The setting places two trapezoid-cut diamonds at either shoulder, a classically tailored three-stone arrangement that frames the center stone without competing with it.
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
5.42ct Intense Copper-Bearing Neon Blue Paraiba Tourmaline Ring 18K Gold GIA
Located in New York, NY
The gemstone is elevated in an 18K white gold setting (5.6g), designed to intensify the cool, modern radiance of the center stone.
Diamond, Paraiba, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.26Ctw Natural Emerald Cut Tanzanite Diamond Solitaire Ring 14K Rose Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
This 2.26 total carat weight ring combines an emerald cut tanzanite center stone with diamond accents, set in warm 14 karat rose gold.
Tanzanite, Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
18K White Gold 0.90 Carat Marquise Diamond Engagement Ring Gift for Her
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
Defined by an elongated marquise-cut center diamond, this ring balances precision and lightness through a carefully scaled three-stone composition.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold Raw Kunzite and Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring
By Jorge Adeler
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Bathed in the luminous interplay of 18K Yellow Gold with quaint details of 18K White Gold, this extraordinary ring is a bold expression of artistry and organic elegance.
Diamond, Kunzite, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
CRIERI Classic Eternity Ring Band 18Kt White Gold & 1.12 Cwt Colombian Emeralds
Located in Miami, FL
This allows the precious metals and stones to comfortably stretch to the wearer's wrist without breaking.
Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
4.17ct Vivid Neon Blue-Green Natural Paraiba Tourmaline RING 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
With Paraiba tourmaline’s enduring demand and limited global supply, this piece is poised as a compelling heirloom and a standout addition to any fine jewelry portfolio. Center ston...
Diamond, Paraiba, 18k Gold
2.73 Ct Natural Round Diamond Bridal Ring Set in 18K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Specifications * Item Code: SER-211455 * Category: Fine Jewelry * Jewelry Type: Ring * Style: Round Brilliant Bridal Set * Metal: 18K White Gold * Gold Weight: 4.99 Grams * Gross We...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.70 Carat Black Opal Freeform Shape Bezel Set 18K White Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Ring Size 7, adjustable. Product Specifications: Item Type: Bezel Set Cocktail Ring / Statement Ring Metal: 18K White Gold Size: 7 (adjustable) Weight: 3.10 grams Setting: Full beze...
Diamond, Black Star, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,733Sale Price|20% Off
Contemporary 18K Yellow Gold Natural Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Refined, precious, and enduring, it represents the perfect union between goldsmithing tradition and the natural beauty of precious stones. Ring weight 4.10 grams Diamonds weight 0.4...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.27ct CUSHION Vivid Neon Blue-Green Natural Paraiba Tourmaline RING 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
Center stone: Natural Paraiba tourmaline, 3.27ct CUSHION Color: Vivid Neon Blue-Green (Copper-Bearing) glow prized by collectors Accent stones: 268 diamonds totaling 1.23ct (GVS) for...
Diamond, Paraiba, 18k Gold, White Gold
11.77ct Vivid Neon Blue-Green Natural Paraiba Tourmaline RING 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
As a statement jewel and potential heirloom, it is a compelling acquisition for the connoisseur seeking scale, rarity, and enduring desirability in a single ring. SKU: YR43559PAR-1. ...
Diamond, Paraiba, 18k Gold
Antique Ring natural Diamond Sapphire 14K Gold / ØUS 7.25 / 2.1 gr
Located in SE
It is often difficult or impossible to get an accurate characteristics of the weight , color and nature of inclusions without removing the stones from the settings to be weighed and ...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, 14k Gold
6.98ct Vivid Copper-Bearing Greenish Blue Paraiba Tourmaline Ring 18K Gold GIA
Located in New York, NY
Accompanied by a GIA certificate (Report No. 1537371316), this piece is a natural choice for those building a serious gemstone wardrobe—equal parts heirloom jewel and investment-grad...
Diamond, Paraiba, 18k Gold, White Gold
4.01 Carat Pear Cut Rich Green Emerald Solitaire 18K Rose Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Product Specifications: Item Type: Solitaire Cocktail Ring Metal: 18K Rose Gold Size: 6.75 (adjustable) Total Weight: 3.22 grams Shank Style: Plain High-Polish Round Shank Setting St...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
3.43ct Vivid Copper-Bearing Greenish Blue Paraiba Tourmaline Ring 18K Gold GIA
Located in New York, NY
Center stone: Natural Paraiba tourmaline, 3.43ct (main gemstone) Gem color: Vivid Copper-Bearing Greenish Blue (Neon Blue-Green) Accent stones: 24 diamonds totaling 0.24ct (GVS) for ...
Diamond, Paraiba, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold 3.11-Carat Mixed-Cut Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Deira, AE
Crafted in polished 18-karat white gold, the setting provides a refined framework that enhances the intricate diamond arrangement without distraction.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
10.04ct Vivid Neon Blue-Green Natural Paraiba Tourmaline RING 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
As both a statement jewel and a long-term addition to a discerning collection, it is designed to wear as an heirloom—an investment in one of the world’s most sought-after colored gem...
Diamond, Paraiba, 18k Gold, White Gold
1916 Halo Ring natural 0.6ct. Sapphire Diamonds 18K Gold/ ØUS6/ 1.7gr
Located in SE
Halo Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with natural Blue Sapphire and 10 Diamonds in White Gold or Platinum settings.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
American 1980s 18K Gold 4.60 Carat Diamond Modernist Wide Band Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Weighing 10 grams, the ring has a substantial profile without appearing overly ornate.
Diamond, 18k Gold
6.01ct Vivid Neon Green Copper-Bearing Paraiba Tourmaline Ring 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
The centerpiece is framed by 104 accent diamonds totaling 0.37ct (G/VS), adding crisp scintillation and refined contrast without competing with the Paraiba’s glow. Crafted in 18K gol...
Diamond, Paraiba, 18k Gold
IGI Certified 1.04 Carat Natural Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 1.04 Carat Yellow Sapphire Diamond Ring 14K Gold This ring combines baguette diamond, diamond, yellow sapphire for a total gemstone weight of 1.04 carats.
Sapphire, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
0.98 Ct Natural Marquise Diamond Multi-Row Statement Ring 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Specifications * Item Code: SER-211310 * Category: Fine Jewelry * Jewelry Type: Ring * Style: Multi-Row Statement * Metal: 18K White Gold * Gold Weight: 4.74 Grams * Gross Weight: 4...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.31ct Vivid Neon Blue Copper-Bearing Paraiba Tourmaline Ring 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Center stone: natural Paraiba tourmaline, 2.31ct (main gemstone weight used throughout) Color: vivid neon blue with copper-bearing character for signature Paraiba glow Setting: 18K w...
Diamond, Paraiba, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Cornflower Light Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring 18k White Gold Natural .6ct
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A striking vintage sapphire ring crafted in solid 18ct white gold, featuring a beautiful natural cornflower light blue sapphire secured in a refined four-claw setting, accented by na...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-Century Modern Diamond Honeycomb Cluster Ring with Black Enamel, 14k Gold
Located in Orlando, FL
Seven hexagonal cells step and cantilever off one another in an asymmetric honeycomb, each outlined in black enamel like mullions framing a window, then glazed with a single round br...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
1953 Halo Ring Tourmaline Rock Quartz solid 18K Gold White Gold Ø 9.75US/ 7.4gr
Located in SE
Vintage Tourmaline and Rock Quartz Halo ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold. Crown 1is 7 mm x 13 mm x 6 mm deep with top in White Gold or Platinum, clusters with oval cut natural Tourmali...
Quartz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Marquise and Round Diamond Dome Band Ring — 2.29ctw
Located in Orlando, FL
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Marquise and Round Diamond Dome Band Ring — 2.29ctw A substantial diamond band ring in 18K yellow gold, set with 2.29 carats of G color, VS2 clarity diamonds...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Bezel Set Kunzite Solitaire Ring, 8.56 Carats, USA
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
✦ Key Features: Gemstone: Natural Kunzite, cushion cut, 14x12mm, approx. 8.56 carats Setting: Bezel set for a clean, contemporary look Metal: Solid 14K Yellow Gold Ring Type: So...
Kunzite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k White Gold GIA Certified 0.71ct Oval Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Weighing a total of 2.7 grams, this ring is both delicate and luxurious, designed for everyday comfort without sacrificing presence.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified White Diamond Orange Diamond 18K Gold Bridal Ring
By HYT Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Surrounded by a halo of orange diamonds and encased in a bold 18 Karat white and yellow gold setting, the ring has been designed to be noticed.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18k White Gold 34.72ct Emerald Cut Tanzanite and 2.26ctw Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18k White Gold 34.72ct Emerald Cut Tanzanite and 2.26ctw Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring Style: 18k White Gold Emerald Cut Tanzanite and Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring Material: 18k White Go...
Diamond, Tanzanite, White Gold, 18k Gold
$4,000Sale Price|20% Off
3.84 Ct Emerald Diamond Solitiare Ring 18K Gold Natural Emerald Solitaire Band
Located in Jaipur, IN
Details Metal: Solid 18K Yellow Gold Center Stone: Natural Zambian Emerald Emerald Weight: 3.84 Carats Accent Stones: Natural Diamonds Diamond Weight: 0.70 Carats Diamond Quality: G ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
IGI Certified 0.84 Carat Natural Tourmaline and Diamond Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The diamond accents, totaling 0.12 carats, are graded H color and VS1 clarity, contributing bright, even sparkle without competing with the center stone. Crafted in 14K gold, contain...
Tourmaline, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
IGI Certified 2.45 Carat Natural Tourmaline and Diamond Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The diamond accents, totaling 0.02 carats, are graded H color and VS1 clarity, contributing bright, even sparkle without competing with the center stone. Crafted in 14K gold, contain...
Tourmaline, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
IGI Certified 0.84 Carat Natural Amethyst and Diamond Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The diamond accents, totaling 0.14 carats, are graded H color and VS1 clarity, contributing bright, even sparkle without competing with the center stone. Crafted in 14K gold, contain...
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
IGI Certified 3.4 Carat Natural Tourmaline and Diamond Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The diamond accents, totaling 0.25 carats, are graded H color and VS1 clarity, contributing bright, even sparkle without competing with the center stone. Crafted in 14K gold, contain...
Tourmaline, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
IGI Certified 0.34 Carat Natural Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The diamond accents, totaling 0.18 carats, are graded H color and VS1 clarity, contributing bright, even sparkle without competing with the center stone. Crafted in 18K gold, contain...
Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
IGI Certified 0.61 Carat Natural Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The diamond accents, totaling 0.13 carats, are graded H color and VS1 clarity, contributing bright, even sparkle without competing with the center stone. Crafted in 18K gold, contain...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
IGI Certified 0.63 Carat Natural Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The diamond accents, totaling 0.13 carats, are graded H color and VS1 clarity, contributing bright, even sparkle without competing with the center stone. Crafted in 18K gold, contain...
Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
IGI Certified 2.15 Carat Natural Amethyst and Diamond Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The diamond accents, totaling 0.23 carats, are graded H color and VS1 clarity, contributing bright, even sparkle without competing with the center stone. Crafted in 14K gold, contain...
Diamond, Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold
IGI Certified 0.12 Carat Natural Diamond Classic Statement Ring in 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 0.12 Carat Diamond Seven-Stone Ring 8K Gold This seven-stone ring arranges 0.12 carats of diamonds in a sequential setting, producing a flowing, multi-faceted brillianc...
Diamond, Gold
Amethyst Ring Vintage 12 Carats 21K Gold UK Circa 1950s
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
It is set in high-karat yellow metal that tests around 21ct as tested, which explains the rich colour and the softer, more malleable look of the metalwork. Overall weight of ring i...
Amethyst, Gold
3.96ct Vivid Neon Blue-Green Natural Paraiba Tourmaline RING 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
Center stone: 3.96ct natural Paraiba tourmaline (main gemstone) Color: Vivid Neon Blue-Green (Copper-Bearing) for the iconic Paraiba “electric” glow Accents: 41 diamonds totaling 0.5...
Diamond, Paraiba, 18k Gold
14k Solid Gold Dainty Twist Open Inset Stacking Statement Ring Band
Located in Chicago, IL
Number of Diamonds: 4 Shape: Round Occasion: Anniversary, Birthday, Christening, Christmas, Confirmation/Communion, Engagement, Father's Day, Graduation, Mother's Day, Valentine's Da...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
1.19 Ct Moissanite Baguette and Marquise and Round Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Deira, DU
Specifications * Item Code: SER-211646 * Category: Fine Jewelry * Jewelry Type: Ring * Metal: 18K White Gold * Gold Weight: 4.33 Grams * Gross Weight: 4.57 Grams * Moissanite Weight...
Other, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari B.zero1 Ring 18k White Gold Diamond 359721 Sz 6 3/4
By Bulgari
Located in Feasterville, PA
The combination of metalwork, diamond setting, and geometric structure gives the ring a contemporary edge, perfect for those seeking luxury without tradition.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
IGI Certified 1.15 Carat Natural Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The diamond accents, totaling 0.13 carats, are graded H color and VS1 clarity, contributing bright, even sparkle without competing with the center stone. Crafted in 14K gold, contain...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage Solitaire White & Green Jade Ring in White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Crafted in white gold, this ring exudes a timeless and sophisticated charm.
Jade, White Gold
8.02 Carat Cushion-cut Aquamarine Ring set in 18K White Gold
Located in London, England
Cut in a soft cushion shape, the gem balances vintage charm with modern sophistication, its facets designed to capture and reflect light with quiet brilliance. This remarkable stone ...
Aquamarine, 18k Gold, White Gold
1933 Ring natural 1.75ct Sapphire solid 18K Gold ØUS5.5 / 2.3gr
Located in SE
It is often difficult or impossible to get an accurate characteristics of the weight , color and nature of inclusions without removing the stones from the settings to be weighed and ...
Sapphire, 18k Gold
Chrysoprase Bullet Ring in 14K Yellow Gold with Jade Accents, Unisex
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Bullet-cut gemstones are exceptionally rare in the world of fine jewelry — and this is the very last one available. The warm yellow gold setting is understated yet refined, perfectly...
Chrysophrase, Jade, 14k Gold
Solitaire Signet Solid 14k Yellow Gold Jewelry Genuine White Diamond Gift Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
It features a flat, smooth top table that transitions seamlessly into a substantial, tapering band. Setting Type: Bezel setting (or flush setting). A solid border of yellow gold com...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,680Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Round & Tapered Baguette Cut Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
The contrast between smooth gold surfaces and faceted stones gives the piece depth without feeling heavy.
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
12.75mm South Sea Black Pearl Diamond Cocktail Ring Marquise Baguette 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
12.75mm South Sea Black Pearl Diamond Cocktail Ring Marquise Baguette 18K Gold Center Stone: South Sea Black Pearl, 12.75mm Diamonds Weight: .90 Carats *Marquise (0.37 Carats), Bagu...
Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Starburst Dome Natural Diamond Cocktail Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
Ideal for cocktail parties, festive events, or as a standout gift. ★ MATERIALS ★ Stone: Natural Diamonds Shape: Round Carat: 1.52ct Color: FGH Clarity: SI ★THE METAL★ 14K Solid Go...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
East West Oval Checkered Citrine Band Ring with Diamonds in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The cool white gold setting creates striking contrast against the warm citrine, resulting in a ring with bold color impact and a modern, streamlined silhouette.
Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
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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