Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Australian Opal Diamond Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Australian Opal ring is all custom made by hand and features a stunning cabochon cut Natural beautiful color Opal total weight o...
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citr...
Ethiopian Welo Opal Diamond Ring in 14K Yellow Gold Cocktail Halo Size
Located in Puyallup, WA
Illuminate your evenings with the mesmerizing shine of our Ethiopian Welo Opal Diamond Ring. A truly remarkable piece of jewelry set in luscious 14K Yellow Gold, which houses an enth...
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
White Gold Opal, Emerald, & Diamond Halo Ring - 14k Pear Cabochon 2.70ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 1/2 sizes for $40 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Opal Carat(s): 1.60ct Cut: Pear Cabochon Natural Em...
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
18K Gold Statement Ring with Natural Opal Ruby and Diamond, featuring Pear
Located in Jupiter, FL
Introducing our exquisite Natural Opal, Ruby, and Diamond Statement Ring, a testament to unparalleled beauty and craftsmanship.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage Australian Solid Opal & Baguette Cut Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Mid Century
Located in SYDNEY, AU
This one-of-a-kind ring features an Australian solid dark opal radiating vibrant flashes of red, orange, yellow, green, and blue, flanked by six stunning baguette-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co Victorian Opal Diamond Ring 18K Gold Old European cut 1.14ct
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Tiffany & Co Victorian Opal Diamond Ring 18K Gold Old European cut 1.14ct This antique ring is made in solid 18K Yellow Gold (tested) and set with genuine Opal and diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian Australian Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Denver, CO
A luminous Australian opal measuring approximately 3.00 carats, with iridescent hues of blue, green, yellow, orange and pink, centers this exquisite antique ring surrounded by a halo...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Carved Opal Fish Ring Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Distinct & unique carved opal fish ring crafted in 14 karat yellow gold (circa 1960s to 1970s).
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Australian Solid Crystal Opal Diamond Flower Cluster Ring in 10K Gold
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A unique piece that was hand crafted in 10ct yellow gold with great craftsmanshift. - Stones : 6 x natural Australian solid crystal opal, gem weight 1.23ct 5 x natural diamonds, cl...
Diamond, Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Set in 18K Gold, Mexican Fire Opal, Garnet, Blue Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Mexican Opal, Tsavorite Garnett & Blue Sapphire Engagement Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds.
Tsavorite, Fire Opal, Blue Sapphire, Opal, Garnet, Diamond, 18k Gold
14K White Gold Natural Opal Diamond Halo Estate Ring Jewelry 0.50CTW Size 8
Located in Dallas, TX
14K White Gold Natural Opal Diamond Halo Estate Ring Jewelry 0.50CTW Size: 8 Total Weight: 10.2G Timeless elegance meets exceptional craftsmanship in this stunning 14K White Gol...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Large Oval Opal w/ Diamond Spray Side Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - White Color w/ Play of Green & Blue - 16.61 x 10.72mm (10) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Marquise & Round Brilli...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Set in 18K Gold, Ethiopian Opal, Multi Sapphires & Diamonds Cocktail Dome Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Ethiopian Opal & Multi Sapphires Cocktail Dome Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Natural Australian Opal Victorian Style 18K Diamond Ring
Located in Shanghai, CN
A perfect blend of grace and allure, its retro silhouette exudes understated sophistication, sure to draw admiring glances wherever you go. Natural Australian Opal : 7.2ct 18K Gold...
Diamond, Opal
$7,840Sale Price|20% Off
Set in 18K Gold, Ethiopian Opal, Mozambique Rubies & Diamonds Cocktail Dome Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Opal & Ruby Cocktail Ring set in 18K Rose Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold
Australian Opal and Diamond Engraved Band Ring in 18k Yellow Gold, 6.32 Carats
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
For those days you can't decide what color to wear, this opal ring has you covered! Our custom-designed, handmade ring features a beautiful 6.32 carat Australian opal that shows all ...
Diamond, Opal, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
La Triomphe 14k Gold & Palladium Opal Diamond Black Enamel Cluster Flower Ring
By La Triomphe
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (13) Natural Genuine Opal - 1 Round Cabochon Cut & 12 Marquise Cabochon Cut - Bezel & Prong Set - White Color w/ Many Play of Green & Blue Color - 3.6mm (round), range ...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum
Black Opal Diamond Ring Mid-Century Modern 14 Karat Gold Eames Era Retro
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A WONDERFUL MID-CENTURY MODERNIST EAMES ERA BLACK OPAL AND DIAMOND RING IN 14K YELLOW AND WHITE GOLD WITH A STUNNING MATRIX DESIGN.
Opal, Diamond, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Vintage Solid 18K White Gold 13.5ct Opal and Diamond Double Halo Ring
Located in Zurich, CH
Ideal for opal collectors or those seeking a unique, colorful alternative to traditional diamond rings—this ring transitions beautifully from daytime elegance to evening drama.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
$760Sale Price / item|20% Off
Peruvian Pink Opal Flower Oval Green Onyx Cabochon Solid 14K Gold Fashion Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Carved Peruvian Pink Opal Flower measuring 30x38 mm. with in the center an Oval Green Onyx cabochon size 5x7 mm set in solid 14 Kt yellow gold is mounted on top of a 14 Kt. yellow go...
Onyx, Opal, Yellow Gold
Opal Diamond Wide Band Ring Sz 6.5 18k Yellow Gold Mosaic Statement Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish contemporary opal & diamond band crafted in 18k yellow gold.
Opal, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Antique Victorian Opal Diamond Ring 18k Yellow Gold Gemstone Engagement Sz 7
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed opal & diamond ring crafted in 18 karat yellow gold (circa 1880s to 1900s).
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Mid-Century Modern 14K Gold 9.5 Carat Opal Diamond Ring & Pendant Set
Located in New York, NY
The fabulous Opal and Diamond pendant are ring set in gorgeous basket settings in 14 Karat Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Antique Art Nouveau Gold GIA Black Opal & Diamond Repousse Navette Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Double Cabochon Cut - Milgrain Bezel Set - Very Fiery - Black Color w/ Amazing Play of Green & Blue Color - 17.72 x 9.58 x 2.35mm (exact...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
9.62 Carat Opal Cushion and Diamond Cocktail Ring in Hand-Engraved Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful cushion-shaped Ethiopian opal weighing 9.62 carats is featured in this handmade 18k yellow gold ring.
Diamond, Opal, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18k Gold Oval Domed White Opal w/ Elegant Diamond Frame Flower Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine White Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - White Base w/ Incredible Fiery Play of Violet Green & Orange Play Of Colors - 11.5x10.5mm (approx.) (21...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
French 1980s 6.40 Carat Opal Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Important retro ring, it is set with 4 claws on its top of a cabochon opal with green-blue color games, surrounded by round emeralds and at the 4 cardinal points of a modern brillian...
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold 2.60 Carat Opal and 0.26 Cttw Diamond Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
Breathtaking jelly opal with lovely blue and green play of color takes center stage in this enchanting ring!
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
60s Opal Sapphire Diamond Ring 14k White Gold Estate Fine Cocktail Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish natural opal, sapphire & diamond ring (circa 1960s) crafted in 14k white gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, W...
One-of-a-Kind 9.29 Carat Australian Boulder Opal Diamond Gold Platinum Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Details • Center Stone: Natural Australian Boulder Opal, approx. 9.29 Carats • Accent Stones: White Diamonds, approx. 0.04 Carats total • Metal: 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum (PT900) ...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum, Gold, 18k Gold
Opal Aurora - Fancy Step Cut Oval Diamond set on Ethopian Opal in Designer Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Handcrafted in 18K gold and weighing 3.34 grams, Opal Aurora is pure enchantment — a ring for the woman who loves mystery, artistry, and jewels that feel alive with cosmic light.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
EFFY Australian Opal Tanzanite Diamond Ring - White Gold 14k Oval Cab .69ctw
By Effy
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 9 Sizing Fee: Up 2 1/2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 1/2 sizes for $40 Brand: EFFY Date: April 27, 2026 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Australian Opal Ca...
Diamond, Opal, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Crystal White Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This Art Deco opal and diamond ring features a glowing crystal white oval opal created with a trio of bright white brilliant cut diamonds on either side of this beautiful ring.
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Set in 18K Gold, Ethiopian Opal, Ceylon Multi Sapphires & Diamond Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Ethiopian Opal & Multi Sapphires Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$6,960Sale Price|20% Off
Set in 18K Gold, 21.06 carats Ethiopian Opal, Emeralds & Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Ethiopian Opal & Emeralds Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold
Vintage Australian Solid Crystal Opal Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size L / 5.5
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Stunning 14ct gold vintage ring featuring a solid natural Australian crystal opal displaying vivid green and blue colours with slight red hue, accented with four sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930's Opal Diamond Halo 18K Ring
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details: Are you looking for a fabulous Vintage Opal and chunky diamond halo ring from the 1930's?
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 2.25ct Antique Black Opal and Diamond Cluster Cocktail 18K Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
A Beautiful Art Deco Black Australian Opal and Diamond Cluster Flower shaped Ring in 18K Gold Highly prized and sought after by kings, emperors, maharajas and sultans, the majestic ...
Diamond, Black Opal, Opal, 18k Gold
4.31 Carat Ethiopian Opal Diamond Garnet Tourmaline Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
By Brenda Smith
Located in Woodstock, GA
4.31 Ethiopian Opal Diamond Garnet Tourmaline Yellow and Rose Gold Cocktail Ring, In Stock.
Diamond, Garnet, Opal, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$4,056Sale Price|40% Off
18K Gold Art Deco Free Form Australian Opal Ring with Diamonds, 1980
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This stunning piece features an 18-karat gold setting that elegantly showcases a free-form Australian opal, renowned for its captivating play of color. The opal displays vibrant hues...
Diamond, Opal, Gold
12.30 Ct Australian Opal Diamond Large Solitaire ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Impressive Opal and Diamond ring, 1960 ca Exquisitely hand crafted of solid 18 KT white gold in a classy solitaire design with Diamond complement on shoulders The large Natural solid...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
4.07 Carat Australian Black Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
The ring is set in 18 karat white gold and encrusted with pave set diamonds with a total carat weight of 1.78 carats.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold
18K White and Yellow Gold 2.0ct Diamond and Opal Cocktail Ring MF47-021926
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
A double split shank in white gold anchors this piece.This 18K White and Yellow Gold 2.0 ct Diamond and 9.0 ct Opal Cocktail Ring is offered in estate condition and presented in a gi...
Diamond, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Cabochon Cut Fire Opal and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fire Opal Cut: Oval cabochon cut Fire Opal Color: Vivid orange with red, green, and yellow Fire Opal Variety: Fire opal Fire Opal Total Carat Weight: 8.10...
Diamond, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Circa 1900s 18K White Gold Opal and Old Mine Diamond Ring - VEG#20a
Located in Hicksville, NY
Circa 1900s 18K White Gold Opal and Old Mine Diamond Ring - VEG#20a Item Details: Year: 1900s Ring Size: 7.5 Metal Type: 18K White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.9 grams ...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Large 6.88 carat Australian Opal and Diamond Ring size 6.75
Located in Big Bend, WI
18k white gold ring featuring a large oval Australian opal weighing 6.88 carats.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Estate Le Vian 14K Yellow Gold Opal White & Chocolate Diamond Ring Size 8.5 4.1g
By Le Vian
Located in Addison, TX
Details Designer: Le Vian Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 8.5 Ring Weight: 4.1 Grams Total Diamond Weight: 0.144 CTW Chocolate Diamonds: 6 Round Diamonds, Approx. 0.06 CTW White Di...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Opal Diamond Ruby Platinum 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fish Cocktail Ring
By David Webb
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a fancy stylized fish ring centering a carved opal cabochon measuring 15.0 x 25.0 mm Dark gray body color with strong blue/green play-of-color - flush set between platinu...
Opal, Ruby, White Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Victorian Opal Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring 18K Gold Antique Wedding Engagement
Located in New York, NY
The three Opal gems are accented by four sparkling antique Old Mine Cut Diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
7.14 Carat Australian Black Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
This spectacular Lightening Ridge Black Opal and Diamond ring features a 7.14 carat total weight black opal center with a phenomenal blue and green play of color surrounded by a dia...
Diamond, Black Opal, Opal, 18k Gold
Triangular Cut Opal Cocktail Ring with Diamond Halo in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 14 Karat White Gold Gemstones: Opal and diamonds Center Opal Shape: Designer cut Center Opal Color: Displaying play of color Center Opal Carat Weight: 1.95 CTW Center Opal Qua...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Victorian 14k Gold Oval Opal Solitaire Ring W/ 0.80ctw Old Diamond Halo
Located in Montclair, NJ
This super cute Victorian era ring is crafted in solid 14k gold and features an oval cabochon opal stone displaying vibrant blue, green and orange play throughout.
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
2.30 ct Black Opal Cabochon Ring with Pear Diamond Accents in 18K White Gold
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
The opal is elegantly framed by two pear-shaped diamonds weighing a total of 0.38 carat, set on a refined 18K white gold mount.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, White Gold
Estate 8.69 Carat Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted for both everyday elegance and special occasions, the ring combines the dramatic color play of a fine Australian black opal with the cool brilliance of diamonds and the durab...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Opal Emerald Ruby Tanzanite Diamond Vintage Style Floral Ring in 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
CHARACTERISTICS Status: Made to order Origin: Thailand Metal: Solid 9K Yellow Gold Ring Size: US 3-8 Total Gemstones Weight: 1.35 carat.
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Tanzanite, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Cabochon Cut Opal, Diamond & Ruby Cluster Flower Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 14 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstones: Opal, ruby, and diamond Opal Shape: Oval cabochon cut Opal Color: Multiple colors Opal Variety: Opal Opal Total Carat Weight: 2.97 CTW Opal Qua...
Opal, Ruby, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,000Sale Price|20% Off
Set in 18K Gold, Ethiopian Opal, Blue Sapphires & Diamonds Cocktail Dome Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, one of a kind, modern style, Opal & Blue Sapphires Cocktail Dome Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Gems Are Forever 3.65 Carat Black Opal and Diamond Ring
By Gems Are Forever
Located in beverly hills, CA
An opal and diamond ring featuring a 3.65 carat black opal displaying a beautiful tapestry of luminous green and blue hues emanating from a halo of bright white round brilliant diamo...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian Opal, Diamond & Demantoid Garnet Cluster Ring, Circa 1900
Located in Altrincham, GB
The stones compliment each other perfectly, and the shoulders featured lovely split and banded details- modelled in 15k gold throughout. Old Mine Cut Diamond -0.05ct 6 Natural Opa...
Diamond, Garnet, Opal, 15k 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.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond 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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