David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Zigzag Hammered Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
This is a cool contemporary looking ring by David Webb made in 18k yellow gold designed as a hammered wave ring.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Company Paloma Picasso Fiori Sterling Hand Hammered Ring
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990 Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Company "Fiori" collection Sterling Silver Ring, the top of the ring measures 1/2 x 1/2 inch, both the top of the ring and the sides have a ha...
Sterling Silver
22K Gold Hand-Hammered Ring with Blue-Green Tourmaline Cabochon
Located in Venice, CA
A long piece of thick gold wire was rolled and then hand-hammered into shape, and bypasses itself in the center, where the gemstone is laid across it; the spiral design lends itself ...
Tourmaline, Gold, 22k Gold
Labradorite Rose 18 Carat Cut Oval Set in 18 Karat with Hammered Silver Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Berkeley, CA
This Labradorite Oval is accented by a 18 karat gold step bezel and set in a hand hammered ring. Mesmerizing, this labradorite has a rainbow glow as one moves and sparkles with shade...
Labradorite, 18k Gold, Silver
Sprinkled Diamond Band With Hammered Finish Made In 14k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Metal Details: 14KT Yellow Gold Weight: 10.398 grams Diamond Details: Diamond Weight: 0.37 carats Product Features: Style: Eternity Band Ring Design: Hammered Finish with Full Diam...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Black Enamel and Diamond Rock Crystal Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Yellow Gold Large Rock Crystal Black Enamel Hammered Ring Large rock crystal diamond ring by David Webb in yellow gold with black enameling.
Crystal, Diamond, Rock Crystal, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Emilio Jewelry 22 Karat Gold Hand Hammered 3.22 Carat Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the vault at Emilio Jewelry located on New York's iconic Fifth Avenue, Featuring natural pear shape champagne and white diamonds vvs-vs2 clarity, have been set in a organic fre...
Diamond, 22k Gold
Hammered Vermeil 24k Gold Plated Silver Sterling Snakes Garnet Band Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Handcrafted Hammered 24k Gold Plated Burnished Silver Modern Design Snakes Band Ring
Garnet, 24k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Silver, Sterling Silver
24K Gold Handmade Persian Turquoise Cabochon Ring
Located in Venice, CA
The ring is striking in its simplicity, with a Persian turquoise cabochon bezel set on a simple hand-hammered ring shank.
Turquoise, Gold, 24k Gold
California Gold Coiled Ring with Matte Hammered Finish
By Bracken Jewelers
Located in Santa Monica, CA
It features a matte soft-hammered finish, and is a bold solid gold ring with notable weight.
Gold, Yellow Gold
Horseshoe Handmade Hammered Oxidized Silver Luck Ring
By Emre Osmanlar
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
Silver 925 16.3 g
Silver
$160Sale Price|20% Off
925 Sterling Silver Hammered Disc Ring Textured Minimalist Valentines Ring Gift.
Located in Chicago, IL
925 Sterling Silver Hammered Disc Ring Textured Minimalist Valentines Ring Gift.
Silver, Sterling Silver
18 Karat Yellow Gold Hammered Mabe Pearl Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K yellow gold Weight: 13.54 grams Dimensions: ring top measures 17mm wide Size: 7.75 (complimentary sizing available)
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Handmade Horseshoe Little Hammered Oxidised Silver Luck Ring
By Emre Osmanlar
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
Silver
Silver
Round Emerald Solitaire Hammered Band 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Featuring a single, vibrant emerald set delicately in a slender yellow gold band, this ring captures a refined, modern look. The clean lines and minimal setting allow the natural bea...
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hammer Finish 18 Karat White Gold Italian Diamond Ring
By Stefano Vitolo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Produced by award winning Italian designer Stefano Vitolo. Stefano creates custom artisanal one of a kind jewelry with excellent gemstones in a truly old world Italian craftmanship. ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Hammer Finish 18 Karat Yellow Gold Italian Diamond Ring
By Stefano Vitolo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Produced by award winning Italian designer Stefano Vitolo. Stefano creates custom artisanal one of a kind jewelry with excellent gemstones in a truly old world Italian craftmanship. ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hammer Finish Two-Tone 18 Karat Italian Diamond Ring
By Stefano Vitolo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Produced by award winning Italian designer Stefano Vitolo. Stefano creates custom artisanal one of a kind jewelry with excellent gemstones in a truly old world Italian craftmanship. ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Emerald, Diamond and Hammered 22 Karat Gold and Sterling Ring
Located in Nantucket, MA
An unusual asymmetrical ring constructed of hammered sterling and a weighted 22K Gold (not a vermeil) with a large, faceted emerald and small diamond on the side.
Diamond, Emerald, 22k Gold, Sterling Silver
Cabochon Emerald 22 Karat Yellow Gold Hammered Bezel Set Statement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A striking statement piece, this 22 karat yellow gold ring showcases a vibrant 6.50 carat cabochon emerald, elegantly bezel set to highlight its rich color and smooth, domed surface.
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k David Webb Diamond Cabochon Emerald Ruby Hammered Cocktail Ring 7.75
By David Webb
Located in Winter Springs, FL
This original David Webb ring has been done in 18K yellow gold and finished with a hammered texture.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Hammered Domed Rigid Style Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Hammered Domed Fluted Style Ring. Fluted dome cocktail ring in hammered 18k yellow gold, signed "Webb" for David Webb.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Pave Diamond Hammered Tiered Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Urban, stylish and always modern this beautiful statement ring is designed as a rectangular mounting with stepped tiers of gold, atop with round dimaonds in platinum. "57th Street" C...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS PARIS 18k Hammered Yellow Gold & Diamond Ring Vintage 1970s
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels Paris 18k Hammered Yellow Gold & Diamond Ring Vintage 1960s Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer ring.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$160Sale Price|20% Off
Micke Berggren, Sweden, Modernist Designer Ring in Hammered Pewter, Late 20th C
By Micke Berggren
Located in bronshoj, DK
Micke Berggren, Sweden. Modernist designer ring in hammered pewter. Late 20th century. Diameter: 16 mm.
$160Sale Price|20% Off
Micke Berggren, Sweden, Modernist Designer Ring in Hammered Pewter, Late 20th C
By Micke Berggren
Located in bronshoj, DK
Micke Berggren, Sweden. Modernist designer ring in hammered pewter. Late 20th century. Diameter: 16 mm.
Steven Battelle 0.3 Carat Five Blue Sapphires Hammered Band 18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A Steven Battelle designed multi-stone ring set with five 1.8 to 2 mm blue sapphires in a unique organic heavy sculpted shank currently sized 7.
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Oval Amethyst and Diamond Hammered Finish Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Webb is well known for his love of yellow gold — and his bold use of colour in general. His designs not only stand the test of time, but are unique concepts in their own right, and h...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hammer Finish Two-Tone 18 Karat Italian Diamond Ring with Ruby Center Stone
By Stefano Vitolo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Produced by award winning Italian designer Stefano Vitolo. Stefano creates custom artisanal one of a kind jewelry with excellent gemstones in a truly old world Italian craftmanship. ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
22 Carat Gold Hammered Signet Ring with Star Set Old Cut Round Diamond 0.25 Cts
By Malcolm Betts
Located in London, GB
22ct gold hammered signet ring with star set old cut round diamond 0.25cts hand made in Notting Hill, London by Malcolm Betts.
Diamond, Gold
Sprinkled Diamond Band With Hammered Fininsh Made In 14k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Metal Details: 14KT White Gold Weight: 11.018 grams Diamond Details: Diamond Weight: 0.37 carats Product Features: Style: Eternity Band Ring Design: Hammered Finish with Full Diamo...
14k Gold
David Webb Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Hammered Finish, Carved Lapis and Diamond
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb's lapis lazuli and diamond yellow gold ring is a beautiful and unique piece of jewelry. Lapis lazuli is a semi-precious stone that has been treasured since antiquity for i...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$2,500 / item
14K Gold 0.18 ct. tw. Bowtie Ring
By I. Reiss
Located in Great Neck, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Hand-Crafted Matte and Hammer-Finished Bowtie Ring, Enhanced with 0.18 Carats of Pave Set Diamonds
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Pink Coral and Diamond Cocktail Ring, 18K Gold, 125 Carats
Located in jaipur, IN
125 Carat Natural Pink Round Coral Cocktail Ring with Diamonds all around the stone 18 Karat Yellow Gold Estate A classic, Cocktail ring Huge 125 Carat of very clean no inclusi...
Coral, Diamond, Gold
0.60 Carat Oval Ruby Gypsy Ring in 22K Yellow Gold
By Bracken Jewelers
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Unique ruby gypsy ring by Bracken Jewelers. The one-of-a-kind ring features a 0.60 carat oval cabochon ruby set in a 22K yellow gold tapered band with our signature soft-hammered mat...
Ruby, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,444Sale Price|20% Off
South Sea Cultured Pearl Ring White Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
The pearl rests gracefully on a ring of hammered 18-carat white gold, adding a touch of originality and modernity to this classic piece of jewelry.
Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Rose Gold Ippolita Senso Split Band Disc Ring with Diamonds
By Ippolita
Located in Los Angeles, CA
From the Senso Collection Beautiful Entirely Handmade Designer Ippolita Hammered 18K Rose Gold Diamond Disc Ring. Signature Ippolita hand-hammered 18K Rose Gold Statement Ring that i...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Funny Eyes Rose Cut Diamonds Gold and Silver Skull Ring
By Emre Osmanlar
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
This modern edgy ring by Emre Osmanlar Gothice Collection, it features 24K hammered gold and fine silver ring with 0.55 ct rose cut diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Silver
Handcrafted Vermeil Gold Plated 24K Gold Ruby Eyes Snake Ring Rossella Ugolini
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Behold the handcrafted and hammered snake ring, exquisitely plated in Silver Sterling 24 Karats Yellow Gold with Rubies Eyes, delicately sized at 6.5 Usa size (resizable) perfect for...
Ruby, 24k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Silver, Sterling Silver
18 Karat White and Yellow Gold Eyelet Flower Band Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This ring features hammered 13 grams of 18K white gold with eyelet cutouts, and yellow gold flowers surrounding 0.56 carats of round brilliant diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pure 24 Karat Yellow Gold One of a Kind 5.29 Carat Australian Opal Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
With it's unmistakable warm yellow color & hammered finish, this pure 24 karat yellow gold One of a Kind hand made ring with interesting hammered finish showcases a beautiful 5.29 ca...
Opal, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
Funny Eyes Pave Brown Diamonds and Rose Cut Diamonds Gold and Silver Skull Ring
By Emre Osmanlar
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
This modern edgy ring by Emre Osmanlar Gothice Collection, it features 24K hammered gold and fine silver ring with 2.15 ct brown diamonds 0.55 ct and rose cut diamonds.
Brown Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Silver
Funny Eyes Pave White and Rose Cut Diamonds Gold and Silver Skull Pinky Ring
By Emre Osmanlar
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
This modern edgy ring by Emre Osmanlar Gothice Collection, it features 24K hammered gold and fine silver ring with 2.00 ct white diamonds 0.35 ct and rose cut diamonds.
White Diamond, Silver, 24k Gold, Gold
Unavailable
1.59 Carat Diamond Hammered Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This bold and unique piece is sure to stand out. With 1.59cts of white diamonds, G color, VS2 clarity, and a hammered finish in yellow gold, it’s the perfect accessory.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay 2 Carats of Diamonds Crème de la Crème Gold Hammered Finished Ring
By Henry Dunay
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This magnificent statement 18kt gold and diamond Dunay Signed Hand Hammered ring was made by famous American jewelry designer Henry Dunay and features 100 ideal cut round diamonds gr...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sterling Silver and Diamonds Fashion Ring with Hammered Finish
By Gabriel & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Ladies' Sterling Silver and Diamonds Fashion Ring. Stylish hammered finish is offset by feminine flower shape and milgrained filigree with embedded round diamonds.
Diamond, Sterling Silver
14 Karat Yellow White Gold Diamond Hammered Finish Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14 Karat Yellow White Gold Diamond Hammered Finish Ring A unique, hammered finish, 14k yellow and white gold ring.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Charmed by a Cause Elements Hammered Band Ring Sterling Silver
By Charmed by a Cause
Located in Montclair, NJ
Elements Hammered Band Ring in Recycled Sterling Silver. Our Elements rings are crafted from recycled sterling silver, 14K Yellow, White, or Rose Gold.
Silver, Sterling Silver
David Tishbi Hammered Sterling Silver & Gold Unisex Spinner Ring 11mm
Located in Pacific Palisades, CA
David Tishbi offers: Limited lifetime guarantee Complimentary gift box Metal Stamp: 925 14K DT Metal Finish: polished Handcrafted in the USA
Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Mixed Metal
David Tishbi Two Tone Hammered Sterling Silver Dots Spinner Rings 11mm
Located in Pacific Palisades, CA
David Tishbi offers: Limited lifetime guarantee Complimentary gift box Metal Stamp: 925 14k DT Metal Finish: polished Handcrafted in the USA
Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Mixed Metal
David Tishbi Two Tone Hammered Sterling Silver Gold Spinner Ring 7mm
Located in Pacific Palisades, CA
David Tishbi offers: Limited lifetime guarantee Complimentary gift box Metal Stamp: 925 14K DT Metal Finish: Polished Handcrafted in the USA
Silver, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
14k Yellow Gold Intaglio Ring with 0.43 of Diamond, Hammered Texture & Braiding
Located in Coral Gables, FL
One (1) 14k yellow gold ring has a hammered texture, braided wire crown, one (1) blue intaglio and thirty-six (36) Round Brilliant Cut diamonds surrounding the intaglio, that weigh a...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Tishbi Antiqued Silver With Hammered Rose & Yellow Gold Edges Ring 13mm
Located in Pacific Palisades, CA
David Tishbi offers: Limited lifetime guarantee Complimentary gift box Metal Stamp: 925 14K DT Metal Finish: Antiqued Polished Handcrafted in the USA
Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Mixed Metal
Cornell, Hammered Flat Titanium Lightweight Comfort Fit Wedding Band
Located in Fergus Falls, MN
Hammered Titanium. Flat Profile. Comfort Fit. There is an unmistakable collision in this design.
Titanium
Furrer Jacot 18 Karat White Gold Hammered Wedding Band
By Furrer-Jacot
Located in New York, NY
6mm 18k white gold Hammered finish center High polish grooved edges Comfort fit interior Not sold as a pair.
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Furrer Jacot 18 Karat Rose Gold Hammered Wedding Band
By Furrer-Jacot
Located in New York, NY
6mm 18k rose gold Hammered finish center High polish grooved edges Comfort fit interior Not sold as a pair.
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Furrer Jacot 18 Karat Yellow Gold Hammered Wedding Band
By Furrer-Jacot
Located in New York, NY
6mm 18k yellow gold Hammered finish center High polish grooved edges Comfort fit interior Not sold as a pair.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
The Quintin : Flat Hammered Black Zirconium Comfort Fit Wedding Band
Located in Fergus Falls, MN
Black Zirconium. Hammered Finish. Lightweight and dynamic, the black zirconium showcases the subtle texture and contours of the hammering process that ensures no two rings are the s...
Sotillo : Flat Hammered Titanium W/ Recessed Polished Edge Wedding Band
Located in Fergus Falls, MN
Hammered Titanium. Polished Stepped Edge. The brushed hammered finish delivers a raw, organic feel, which is contrasted by the narrow polished steps flanking each side of the ring.
Titanium
Renzo, Satin Slight Dome Hammered Titanium Comfort Fit Wedding Band
Located in Fergus Falls, MN
Hammered Titanium. Satin Finish. The hammered and brushed titanium design is part raw, part refined.
Titanium
The Ulrich : Hammered Facets Flat Tantalum Comfort Fit Wedding Band
Located in Fergus Falls, MN
Distressed Tantalum. Hammered Facets. There is a raw beauty to this ring.
The Farrell: Hammered Tantalum Slight Dome 6.5mm Comfort Fit Wedding Band
Located in Fergus Falls, MN
The "Farrell" tantalum ring delivers the answer. There is a rugged, organic quality to the hammered profile of the deep grey tantalum.
Furrer Jacot 18 Karat White and Rose Gold Two-Tone Milgrain Hammered Men's Band
By Furrer-Jacot
Located in New York, NY
Our rings are produced in accordance with the highest standards of Swiss goldsmith art.
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Unavailable
Whimsical Bow Ring
By Vendorafa
Located in Spartanburg, SC
18K yellow gold bow ring with hammered finish. The bow measures 25mm x 24mm and the shank tapers from 8.8mm to 4.6mm.
18k Gold
Unavailable
Diamond By-Pass Cocktail Ring
Located in Spartanburg, SC
18K gold hammered finish ring containing one carat of pave set diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Unavailable
Saddle Ring in 14 Karat Gold
By Mary Gallagher
Located in Foxborough, MA
This hand carved ring features a hammered surface texture and a tapered back.
Gold, 14k Gold
Unavailable
Satin Finish Round Diamond Pave Fashion Ring
By Gabriel & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Elegant diamond fashion ring with satin and hammer finish. Ring features pave set round brilliant cut white diamonds, H-I color, SI clarity, 0.25 ctw.
Diamond, White Gold
Antique Golden Citrine Ring Set By Pedro Boregaard
By Pedro Boregaard
Located in Narrowsburg, NY
The ring itself is in hammered and oxidized Sterling Silver.
Sterling Silver, Purple Jade and White Sapphire Fashion Ring
By Gabriel & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Ladies' Sterling Silver, Purple Jade and White Sapphire Fashion Ring. Hammered finish top with a soft cushion cut line showcases a purple jade with white topaz top, and is surrounded...
Jade, Sapphire, Sterling Silver
A Byzantine Style Pink Tourmaline Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Steven Battelle
Located in Boone, NC
The stone is bright, brilliant, and relatively free of inclusions. The ring mounting is completely handmade of 18 Karat Yellow Gold in the Ancient Byzantine Style with granulation a...
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cultured Pearl and Pave Diamond Ring in 18 Karat YG
Located in Chicago, IL
Approximately 102 round cut diamonds (G-H VS) that weight about 2.92ctw. Hand hammered finish. Ring is pre-owned. Weighs 13.9DWT and size is around 6 1/2.
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k 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.
Throughout history, people have worn rings as symbols. They represented wealth and power for kings. Rings, whether fine jewelry or vintage fashion rings, have been given as gifts to mark significant occasions and accomplishments in life. They are also seen as a sign of love when worn on a certain finger.
For enthusiasts of costume jewelry, which is typically designed to accessorize with current fashions and made of inexpensive materials, there has been no shortage of coveted rings created over the years by the likes of J Dauphin, Miriam Haskell and others. A range of fashion rings created in ceramic or embellished with rhinestones — the latter a source of instant, affordable glamour — have also been designed at Chanel. The founder of the internationally revered luxury house, Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel, loved costume jewelry but couldn’t resist designing jewelry with diamonds.
Signet rings are one of the oldest types of rings. They often have a family crest or seal engraved on the ring that the wearer can imprint into melted wax. Although most people don’t use wax seals anymore, signet rings are an enduring style.
The type of metal chosen for a ring is an important factor in its design. Gold is a classic choice for fine jewelry, and, for costume jewels, gold offers a range of hues that includes yellow gold, white gold and rose gold. Platinum is becoming a popular choice for its elegance. For fashion jewelry lovers, silver rings remain a must-have accessory, particularly those embellished with turquoise or coral.
A stone can add a pop of color or allure to a ring. Many people choose to wear rings featuring their birthstone. Diamonds are popular with those seeking the perfect engagement ring (a search that can prove intimidating), and they also make beautiful fashion rings, from solitaire rings with single stones to rings with groups of stones.
Zircon rings are similar to diamonds and come in various colors. Some rings feature a large stone surrounded by smaller stones in a halo. They can all be the same stone, or they can have different stones to include more colors.
Fashion rings are an easy way to add jewelry to any outfit. Find a collection of vintage fashion rings on 1stDibs that have glitz and glamour to match your style.
Ancient Egyptians referred to the vibrant stone as the “gem of the sun.”
There are many ways to showcase a diamond, from traditional prongs to a smooth, streamlined bezel. Here’s everything you need to consider.
The vintage bombé ring is bursting with color and timeless style.
Zircon is a magnificent and underrated natural gemstone that has been worn and adored for centuries.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
If diamonds don’t seem right, what about a magnificent sapphire, ruby or emerald?
Accounting for just 1 percent of all diamonds, these marvels of nature are exceedingly rare and gorgeously complex.
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.