Nazarelle 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Snake Ring
By Nazarelle
Located in Houston, TX
This ring is designed by Nazarelle and made in 18K white gold. The ring features 42 round cut white diamonds weighing 3.29ct prong set and 2 marquise cut diamonds weighing .10 that a...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Victorian Snake Globe Ring Turquoise Moonstone Gold Antique Serpent
Located in New York, NY
The globe is either moonstone or white agate. The gold is a beautiful 9 Karat Gold. The design work on the snake ring is dramatic and very special.
Moonstone, Turquoise, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Snake Ring Serpent Emerald Ruby Diamond Gold Double Cocktail
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Snake Ring Serpent Emerald Ruby Diamond Gold Double Cocktail Designer: J DAUPHIN The Snake Ring, Eternal Renewal, is handcrafted in 14k gold plated brass, two serpent heads framing...
Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, White Diamond, Brass, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate, 1...
Andrea Candela 18ct Gold Rimmed Silver 925 Snake Ring
By Andrea Candela
Located in London, GB
Stunning Cobra Snake design Ring by Andrea Candela 18ct Gold Rimmed Silver 925 Citrine Ring Pear shaped cut citrine gem stone creates the cobras eye . with a matching citrine set ...
Citrine, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Snake Ring Diamond White Gold Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The snake ring with diamonds features a snake design in 18 carat white gold.
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Yellow Gold Coiled Snake Statement Bypass Ring - 10k Serpent
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 10 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold Style: Statement Bypass Theme: Coiled Snake, Serpent Features: Etched Detailing M...
10k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold 0.10ctw Diamond and Emerald Snake Wrap Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k Yellow Gold 0.10ctw Diamond and Emerald Snake Wrap Ring Style: 14k Yellow Gold Pavé Diamond Snake Wrap Ring Material: 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Details: Approximately 0.10ctw of R...
Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Snake Ring Enamel and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
More color and pattern will launch soon, please visit our homepage for more snake rings. Resizing is available US Size 7 18 Karat Rose Gold Garnet 0.15 carat Diamonds 0.50 carat
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
$5,440Sale Price|37% Off
Stunning Diamond & Sapphire 18K Gold Enamel Snake Vintage Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage 1970's Snake Ring 3.38cts Stunning Diamonds, Yellow Sapphires, and Tsavorite Garnet Eyes The Stones are Set in Pink and Black Enamel 1.75 Inches Long Size 5.5 18KT Yellow...
Diamond, Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Enamel
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold and Diamonds Snake Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1970s Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 11.4 grams Diamond Details: Type: Natural Weight: .20ct, total weight Cut: Round Brilliant ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Snake Ring Diamond White Gold Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The snake ring with diamonds features two snakes intertwining in an 18 carat white gold design.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Snake Ring Diamond White Gold Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The snake ring with diamonds features a sophisticated design with 2.03 carats of round diamonds of top quality (F/G-VVS, color, clarity and cut). The ring is one-of-a-kind. It was ha...
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Blue Sapphire Round Snake Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 0.75 ct. blue sapphire round. Handmade in 18k yellow gold. Ring size 7.25.
Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold
1.35ct Diamond Snake 14k Yellow Gold Nature Life Ring
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
1.35ct Diamond Snake 14k yellow gold ring Bright hand picked Diamonds, G/H color and VS clarity, of fine cut, made in 14k Yellow gold to help the slim design have more robustness.
White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,750 / item
Meghna Jewels Snake Black Diamond 14 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This snake ring has been meticulously crafted from 14-karat gold and set with .34 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
$2,800Sale Price|20% Off
Pink Enamel Snake Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
More color and pattern will launch soon, please visit our homepage for more snake rings. Resizing is available US Size 7 18 Karat Rose Gold Jade 0.15 carat Diamonds 0.6 carat Pink ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
Ct 6.80 Diamonds and White Gold Snake Cocktail Ring
Located in Cattolica, IT
An impressive 18 Kt white gold and Diamonds snake ring. A very fine pave setting for ct 6.80 of G color round cut Diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Aquamarine Snake Ring 14k Gold Black Diamond Marquise Serpent Jewelry
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Snake Ring Aquamarine Serpent Black Diamond Gold Cocktail Designer: J DAUPHIN The Snake Ring, Gypsy Wisdom, is handcrafted in solid 14k gold, a serpent centring a marquise cut aqua...
Black Diamond, Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Gold
Snake Ring Serpent Opal Ruby Ouroboros Gold Silver Two Tone
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Snake Ring Serpent Opal Ruby Ouroboros Gold Silver Two Tone Designer: J DAUPHIN The Snake Ring, from the Poison in Me series, is built in 14k yellow gold and 925 sterling silver, a...
Ruby, Opal, Silver, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Handcrafted 18k Gold 1.90c Brown & Black Diamond Snake Cocktail Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini 18 Karat Burnished White Gold 1,90 Karat Brown & Black Diamonds Snake Cocktail Design Ring.
Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Coil Snake Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 Karat brushed yellow gold coil serpent ring. The eye is set with one white diamond of a total of 0.01 ct. Ring size US 6.5- EU ...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Snake Ring Green Sapphire Serpent Cocktail Ring Ruby
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sapphire Snake Ring Serpent Cocktail Ring Ruby Green Sapphire Designer: J DAUPHIN The Snake Ring is handcrafted in a thibk 1 Micron gold plated silver as a coiled serpent winding ...
Green Sapphire, Sapphire, Ruby, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
18kt White & Yellow Gold Diamond Snake & Skull Ring Handmade 4.95ct
Located in Antwerp, BE
18kt White & Yellow Gold Diamond Snake and Skull Ring Handmade 4.95ct Very cool Snake and Skull ring made out of 18 kt yellow and white gold.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
English Vintage 18k Gold Diamond Ruby Emerald Sapphire Snake Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This striking vintage ring is crafted in rich 18k yellow gold and designed in an elegant three snake motif, with each serpent forming a graceful, sculptural coil across the finger.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Sapphire Snake Ring Antique Victorian French 18 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
THE RING HAS FRENCH HALLMARKS AND IS 18 KARAT YELLOW GOLD.
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Diamond & Tsavorite Snake Ring for Her
By Joelle Fine Jewelry
Located in Great neck, NY
This Stunning and Charismatic Snake ring is crafted of 14K Gold and features approximately 0.35 ct. of Diamonds and 4 Tsavorites approximately 0.06 ct.
Diamond, Tsavorite, Yellow Gold
Diamond Emerald Ring Vintage 14K Pink Gold Green Chalcedony Snake
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Emerald Ring Vintage 14K Pink Gold Green Chalcedony Snake This one of a kind vintage ring is crafted in solid 14K Rose gold and set with genuine Earth-mined Emeralds and dia...
Chalcedony, Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Round Diamond Serpent Snake Animalier Cocktail 14K Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Add this sparkling serpent to your wardrobe for a wild look. Set in yellow gold, the shimmering snake ring slithers up the finger with 0.86 carat round diamonds. 14K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Snake Ring Serpent Emerald Marquis Ruby Gold Adjustable J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Snake Ring Serpent Emerald Marquis Ruby Gold Plated Silver Designer: J Dauphin Title: Gypsy Wisdom The Gypsy Wisdom Snake Ring is a sculptural piece handcrafted in 14k gold-plated...
Ruby, Emerald, Silver, Gold Plate, 14k Gold
Snake Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow and White Gold Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
This captivating snake-shaped ring is crafted in 14K yellow and white gold, blending the elegance of a two-tone design with the artistry of fine jewelry craftsmanship.
Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Alex Jona Emerald Tsavorites Yellow Gold Coil Snake Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 carats yellow gold coil ring centering a round cut Emerald weighing 0.85 carats, enhanced by 0.28 carats of tsavorites. Ring Si...
Emerald, Tsavorite, Yellow Gold
Antique-Inspired 14K Gold & Silver Snake Ring with Diamonds & Rubies
Located in Marcianise, IT
Made of 14-karat yellow gold and 800 silver, this open ring features a snake that gracefully coils around the finger in a sinuous and captivating form.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Snake Ring Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring Victorian Style
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Snake Ring Serpent Ruby Emerald Diamond Silver Double Cocktail Designer: J DAUPHIN The Snake Ring is handcrafted in sterling silver, a double serpent coiled around the finger, one ...
Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate, 14k Gold
Diamond and Ruby Snake Heads Bypass Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Snake Heads Width: ~0.70" Total Weight: 6.8 Grams Ring Size: 8.75 Gemstone Specifications: Gemstones: 4 round red rubies Ruby Ca...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
$3,696Sale Price / item|20% Off
Statement Genuine Diamond Snake Ring in 18kt Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Statement Genuine Diamond Snake Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural diamonds of 3.8 carats.
Diamond, Black Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Gold Ring for Men. Double Snake Head with Diamond Ring Victorian Era
Located in New York, NY
Age: Antique Era: Victorian Era, Circa 1890 Country of Origin: English Jewelry Primary Stone: Diamond Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 0.10-Carats Jewelry Type: Cocktail Ring Jewelry ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Diamond Spiral Ring Snake Coil Wrap Ring White And Yellow Gold Size 7
Located in New York, NY
This is a fabulous Diamond Spiral Coil or Snake Ring in 10 Karat Yellow and White Gold. The wonderful ring spirals around the finger and is set with sparkling diamonds at either end.
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Boucheron Kaa Diamond Snake 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring Sz 5
By Boucheron
Located in Feasterville, PA
A Boucheron ring, crafted in 18k white gold, featuring a sinuous snake design adorned with brilliant-cut diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Opal Snake Winged Phoenix Bird Ring Egyptian Revival Antique Gold
Located in New York, NY
The ring is 10 Karat Gold. The ring weighs 2.2 grams.
Opal, Gold, 10k Gold
Antique Diamond Coiled Snake Engraved Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Gorgeous design ring, dated '1900, handcrafted in 18K gold. The head of the snake is embellished with a large sparkling Old mine cut Diamond eye, weight 1,30 Carat graded I/J Color S...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,200Sale Price|20% Off
Sapphire Diamond Snake Ring, 18K White Gold, Spain, Circa 1990
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This beautiful snake ring comes out of Barcelona Spain and it is stunning.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
18K White Gold Snake Blue Sapphire Green Garnet & Ruby Ring
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K White Gold Snake Blue Sapphire & Green Garnet Diamond Ring US Size: 6.5 148 Blue Sapphires - 3.45 CT 20 Green Garnets - 0.45 CT 2 Rubies - 0.11 CT 18K White Gold - 8.71 GM ...
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Garnet, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Diamond Sapphire Emerald 18K White Gold Grain Cocktail Snake Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
An eternal symbol of seduction, rebirth, and elegance, the snake motif receives one of its most captivating and precious interpretations in this vintage ring.
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Rose Gold Snake Pink Sapphire & Green Garnet Diamond Ring
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Rose Gold Snake Pink Sapphire & Green Garnet Diamond Ring US Size: 6.5 42 Diamonds - 0.28 CT 70 Green Garnets - 1.65 CT 68 Pink Sapphires - 1.62 CT 2 Rubies - 0.09 CT 18K Ro...
Garnet, Ruby, Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Victorian Snake Ring Garnet Eyes Three Dimensional Gold Antique Circa 1860
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a rare and wonderful antique Victorian Snake Ring with two Bohemian Garnet Eyes in 10 Karat Gold.
Garnet, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18K Gold Snake Style Yellow and White Diamond Ring
Located in Henderson, NV
Vintage 18K yellow gold ring, featuring a bold design with round yellow diamonds set in a pave style, accentuating the central row of graduating baguette-cut white diamonds. Yellow D...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Ruby & Green Garnet 18k Gold Two Snake Ring - Size 6
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The Snake Diamond Ruby & Green Garnet 18k Rose Gold Ring in size 6 is a stunning piece of fine jewelry that exudes elegance and sophistication.
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Red Enamel Snake Ring Diamond in 18 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This ring is a vibrant piece of jewelry, beautifully crafted in 18 karat rose gold. It features an elegant design that incorporates the rich warmth of the gold with the bright, fresh...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
Snake Ring Aquamarine Ruby Marquis Serpent Double Head Gold Plated Silver
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Aquamarine Ruby Snake Ring Serpent Double Head Gold Plated Silver Ouroboros Double Serpent Ring Aquamarine Ruby Gold Plated Silver Ouroboros Coiled Snake Statement Designer: J DAU...
Aquamarine, Ruby, Gold Plate, Silver, Brass
Long Snake Diamonds and Tsavorites ring in 18k Gold & Silver
By Pradera Irama
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Long Snake Diamonds and Tsavorites ring in 18k Gold & Silver Ring in 18K gold weighing 2.28 g, silver 5.22 g, 213 diamonds 1.50 ct and 134 tsavorites 1.13 ct ◘ Weight 8,027 gr. ◘ G...
Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Silver
Long Snake Diamonds and Tsavorites ring in 18k Gold & Silver
By Pradera Irama
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Snake Ring in 18 K Gold, Silver, Diamonds and Tsavorites Ring in 18K gold weighing 2.28 g, silver 5.62 g, 345 diamonds 2.44 ct and 2 tsavorites 0.04 ct Size 14 ◘ Weight 8,02 gr....
Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Silver
Snake diamond ring 18kt Pave set diamond ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Fantastic craftsmanship on this ring, made by hand from scratch with stunning snake design and natural white diamonds in 18KT yellow gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Snake Ring Blue Sapphire Diamond Ruby Black Enamel Gold Double Serpent
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Snake Ring Blue Sapphire Diamond Ruby Black Enamel Gold Double Serpent Designer: J DAUPHIN The Double Snake Ring is handcrafted in 14k gold plated sterling silver, two intertwined ...
Blue Sapphire, Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Silver, Enamel, Gold Plate,...
Emerald Snake Ring Serpent Ring Double Head Diamond Ruby Cocktail Ring
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Snake Ring Serpent Ring Double Head Diamond Ruby Cocktail Ring Gold Plated Silver Designer: J DAUPHIN The Double Serpent Ring is handcrafted as two entwined snakes, with f...
Ruby, Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Silver, Gold Plate, 14k Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Two Snakes, Emeralds, Diamonds, Interlocking Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Get lucky with this almost impossible to find David Webb two golden snakes ring. Two substantial size serpents are intertwined and wrapped together creating one intricate look. Set w...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Snakeskin Diamond Ring Snake Skin 18K Gold Band by Homero Vintage
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Snakeskin Diamond Ring Snake Skin 18K Gold Band by Homero Vintage This one of a kind designer ring is finely crafted in solid 18K white gold and is set with genuine snakeskin and di...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,850 / item
Snake 1.61 Carat Diamond Tanzanite Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This snake ring has been meticulously crafted from 14-karat gold and sterling silver.
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Snake Ring Serpent Cocktail Ring Black Onyx J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Snake Ring Serpent Cocktail Ring Black Onyx Designer: J Dauphin The Black Onyx Double Snake Head Ring is a sculptural statement piece from the Parfois Collection by J Dauphin.
Onyx, Sterling Silver, Silver, Gold Plate
Alex Jona White Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Coil Snake Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 Karat white gold diamond coil serpent ring featuring 77 round white diamonds, F color, VVS1 Clarity, weighing 0.50 carats in to...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,216Sale Price|20% Off
18K Yellow Gold Enamel Snake Ring, Artisan Design, Italy Circa 1961
Located in North Hollywood, CA
There is some enamel loss but little and it does not deflect from this lovely ring. The gold is 18K Yellow Gold and the snake takes on many curves.
18k Gold, Enamel
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.
A flashy symbol of wealth during the early 20th century, antique and vintage cocktail rings have gained broader appeal in the decades since for the hefty dose of glamour they bring to any ensemble.
Cocktail rings earned their name for their frequent appearances during glitzy cocktail parties at the height of the Prohibition era. Back then, these accessories were seen not only as statement pieces but as statements in and of themselves. They openly represented a sense of freedom and independence as well as a demonstration of opulence. After all, the 1920s heralded the Harlem Renaissance and Art Deco design, and a slew of social and cultural shifts meant that women in particular were breaking from pre–World War I conventions and embracing newfound freedoms to express themselves as individuals.
Women expressly wore cocktail rings on the fingers of their right hand versus the left, which was “reserved” for an engagement ring or wedding band, accessories definitely paid for by a suitor. And for cocktail rings, the bigger the colored gem at the center — which is usually mounted in a high setting — and the more elaborate the design, the stronger the likelihood of being noticed.
Cocktail rings remained a popular piece of jewelry for women until the 1930s, when the Great Depression and the onset of war marked a change in behaviors nationwide. While the 1960s and ’70s saw a return in visibility for the accessory, it wasn’t until the 1980s that cocktail rings once again assumed their position as a beacon of luxury and glitz.
During the 20th century, the range of dazzling cocktail rings seems to have been limitless, from glimmering gold rings set with carved jade diamonds designed by David Webb to Pomellato’s pink quartz confections to striking Gucci butterfly rings with accent diamonds set in a pavé fashion.
So, how do you wear a cocktail ring? Cocktail rings “can be worn for almost anything — dinners, date nights, parties, special events, on the red carpet,” explains David Joseph of New York-based jewelry brand Bochic.
Can you wear cocktail rings with other rings? “In my opinion, cocktail rings should stand on their own since they showcase a large gem in the center,” says Joseph.
These glamorous jewels can be worn inside or outside crowded taverns, in either daytime or nighttime with casual or dressy attire. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique and vintage cocktail rings, including those offered by Chanel, whose elegant cocktail rings often feature pearls and, of course, diamonds, and sometimes were styled after showy flowers like the camellia, and Van Cleef & Arpels, whose detailed and intricate designs are viewed as miniature pieces of wearable art.
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