$1,998Sale Price|20% Off
18k White Gold Invisible Mystery Set Ruby & Diamond Wide Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (16) Natural Genuine Ruby - Square French Cut - Invisible Mystery Set - Vivid Deep Red Color - 2.5mm each (approx.) (38) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,598Sale Price|20% Off
18k White Gold Invisible Set 1.50ctw Diamond "X" Cross Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (Numerous) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Invisible Set - Color - 1.50ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 18k White Gold Total Weight: 7.29 Grams Overall W...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Large Antique Edwardian Diamond, Invisibly Set Sapphire 18K Gold Navette Ring
Located in New York, NY
The amuletic appeal of eye jewels serve as a reminder on your finger that someone is protecting and watching over you. Navette rings of this size, with invisibly set sapphires, high ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Estate 18K Invisible Set Princess Cut Diamond Wide Dome Cocktail Ring 9ctw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
* Metal: 18K yellow gold * Diamond Weight: Approximately 9.00 carats total weight * Diamond Shape: Graduating princess cut diamonds * Diamond Color: G–H * Diamond Clarity: VS1–V...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k White Gold 1.75ct Diamond Invisible Set Gradient Orange Yellow Sapphire Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (48) Natural Genuine Sapphires - Square Cut - Invisible Set - Yellow Light to Deep Orange Vivid Colors - 1.50ctw (approx.) (22) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brillia...
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Invisible Set Round & Princess Diamond Contemporary Cocktail Ring 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 9 This striking diamond ring features a bold and modern design, showcasing a dynamic arrangement of round and princess-cut diamonds. The upper face of the ring glistens w...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Contemporary 18K Invisibly Set Ruby Sapphire Double Flower Diamond Ring Sz 6.75
Located in Winter Springs, FL
Details: • Metal: 18K white gold • Rubies: Approx. 0.80 carat total weight, vivid red, calibrated, invisibly set • Sapphires: Approx. 0.70 carat total weight, royal blue, calibrat...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k / 14k White Gold Princess Cut Invisible Set Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 18k/14k white gold Diamond: 89 round cut = 0.90ct Color: H Clarity: SI2 Diamond: 9 princess cut = 0.30ct Color: I Clarity: SI2 Ring Size: 8.25 (plea...
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$798Sale Price|20% Off
White Gold 0.40ctw Princess Cut Invisible Set Sapphire Stack Domed Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone:-- (12) Natural Genuine Sapphires - Princess Cut - Invisible Set - Rich Deep Royal Blue Color - 0.40ctw (approx.)
Sapphire, Gold, White Gold
Estate 18K Invisible Set Yellow Sapphire Diamond Wide Band Cocktail Ring 7ctw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
Substantial in both presence and craftsmanship, it’s a truly eye-catching ring perfect for any high-impact collection. Details: • Metal: 18K yellow gold • Yellow Sapphires: Appro...
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold 1.26ct Asscher Cut Diamond Band Ring, Invisible Set
Located in Morris Plains, NJ
A striking vintage diamond band ring crafted in 18K yellow gold, featuring 18 natural Asscher-cut diamonds invisibly set for a seamless, sophisticated look.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,775Sale Price|50% Off
18K Gold Cluster Pave Diamond & 1.50ct Invisible Set Squared Ruby Band Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Adding a sculptural flourish, the ring features triangular‑shaped engraving along the shoulders, each side accented with a single diamond set into the crown of the band.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18K Invisible Set Buff Top Sapphire Trilliant Round Diamond Wide Cocktail Ring
Located in Winter Springs, FL
This exceptional wide cocktail ring is a masterful example of invisible setting and bold design.
Diamond, Sapphire
Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Cocktail Ring 18k Princess 3.51ctw Invisible Set Sz8
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 8 Design: Invisible set Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold & 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 3.51ctw Cut: Princess Color: E - F Clarity: VS1 - ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Kt White Gold Ring Princess Invisible Set Diamonds & Brilliant Cut Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt White Gold Ring Princess Invisible Set Diamonds & Brilliant Cut Diamonds MATERIAL: 18 kt white gold DIAMONDS: Princess Cut Enhanced Color Diamonds & Brilliant cut diamonds, t...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Invisible Set Princess Cut Baguette Diamond Statement Ring 18 Karat 4.00 Carat
Located in Great Neck, NY
18 Karat 4.00 Carat Invisible Set Princess Cut and Baguette Diamond Ring This glorious ring handcrafted with empowering 18k yellow gold makes a bold statement on any finger.
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold
Estate 18K Invisible Set Blue Sapphire Diamond Long Oval Cocktail Ring 5.80ctw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A superbly crafted cocktail ring executed in 18K yellow and white gold, showcasing approximately 4.50 carats of square-cut sapphires, invisibly set to form a seamless field of deep, ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$7,198Sale Price|20% Off
18k Yellow Gold Mystery Invisible Set 12.73ctw Sapphire Diamond Bombe Ring Band
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (Numerous) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Calibre Cut - Invisible Set - Royal Blue Color - 11.82ctw (exact) (28) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,892Sale Price|20% Off
18k White Gold Invisible Set 1.75ctw Ruby Diamond Elongated Cushion Shape Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (6) Natural Genuine Ruby - Square Cut - Invisible Set - Pinkish Red Color - 1.20ctw (exact) (52) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brillia...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.02ct marquise and princess diamond engagement ring invisible set halo in 18ct
Located in London, GB
2.02ct marquise and princess diamond engagement ring invisible set halo in 18ct white gold Princess and marquise diamonds cut solitaire engagement ring wedding band.
Diamond
18 kt. White Gold Ring 1.27 ct. Invisible set Princess & Brilliant Cut Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
White Gold Ring with 1.05 ct. Invisible Set Princess Cut & Brilliant Cut Diamonds Diamonds: 4 Invisible set princess cut diamonds together 0.49 ct.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,908Sale Price|20% Off
18K Gold 2.16ctw Invisible Set Alternating Sapphire Diamond Wide Stack Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
The stones are neatly invisible set and total approximately 2.16 carats in weight.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Invisible Set Pigeons Blood Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: JCR Material: 18K Yellow gold Diamonds: 15 round cut = .15cttw Color: G Clarity: SI1 Ruby: 36 invisible set square faceted cut = 3.24cttw Ruby: 1 pear cut = .52ct Color: Pi...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Invisible Set Yellow Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style 14K Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
An unusual white gold ring created by one of the most revolutionary developments in jewelry workmanship occurred in the 1930’s called ‘invisible setting technique’. The calibre cut y...
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
"Rapper's Delight" Flexing Ring 2.00 Carats Invisibly Set Diamonds in White Gold
Located in Wailea, HI
"Rapper's Delight" Flexing Ring 2.00 Carats Invisibly Set Diamonds in White Gold 44 Invisibly Set Diamonds Weighing 2.00 Carats Approximately [GHI VVS-SI1] [bright with no imperfecti...
Diamond, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold Citrine Invisible Set & Diamond Halo Square Wide Ring In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Product: 18K Yellow Gold Diamond & Citrine Halo Ring Ring Material: 18K Yellow Gold Gemstone/Diamond Details: The ring is set with four invisibly set square cut natural citrine gem...
Diamond, Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Invisible Set Princess Cut Diamond Wide Band Dome Ring 18k White Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
Circa 1970, this stunning handcrafted diamond cocktail ring is truly a head-turner piece. Boasting contemporary design and substantial feel, the ring features approximately 9 carats ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Invisible Set Diamond Double Halo Milgrain Engagement Ring 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 7 Discover the epitome of elegance with this breathtaking double halo engagement ring, featuring an innovative invisible set cluster of diamonds in lustrous 14-karat whi...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$4,798Sale Price|20% Off
18k Yellow Gold GIA Round Diamond Engagement Ring & Invisible Set Princess Sides
Located in Montclair, NJ
The shoulders are set via invisible setting technique with approximately 1.80 carats of princess cut diamonds that add a tremendous amounts of fire and brilliance to this ring.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat White Gold 1.62 Carat Diamond "Invisible-Set" Eternity Band Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat White Gold 1.62 Carat Diamond "Invisible-Set" Eternity Band Ring This eternity invisible set of unique oval-shaped diamond half-band is impressive.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sapphire and Diamond Channel Invisible Set Band Ring, Two Yellow Gold Linings
Located in New York, NY
A Sapphire and Diamond Channel Invisible Set Wedding Band with Two Yellow Gold Linings on one side and Platinum.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18K Yellow Gold Princess Cut Invisible Set Diamond Oval Ruby Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 18K Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Engagement Ring. There is a beautiful red oval shaped ruby that is tension set in the center.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,997Sale Price / item|34% Off
14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring Princess Cut Invisible Set
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k yellow gold ruby and diamond ring, containing 6 princess cut ruby of fine quality weighing .91pts. invisible set and 28 round full cut diamonds of very fine quality weighing .40p...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.84 Carat Invisible Set Princess Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Type: Ring Top:11 mm Band Width: 3.8 mm Metal: White Gold Metal Purity: 14K Size:5.5 Hallmarks: 750 Total Weight: 6.2 Grams Stone Type: 0.84 CT Invisible Set Princess Cut Diamonds G ...
Diamond
Three Row Invisibly Set 2.10 Carats Princess Cut Diamonds 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
18K yellow gold ring with 3 rows of princess cut diamonds. The 30 princess cut diamonds are invisibly set and weigh a total of 2.10 carats: G/H color, VS clarity.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow and White Gold, Ruby and Invisible Set Diamond Dome Ring
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This very finely constructed 18k yellow and white gold Late-20th Century fashion ring is topped with a dome of eighteen invisible set Princess Cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Invisible Set Sapphire Diamond Ring Large Square Cocktail 18k White Gold Sz 8
Located in Torrance, CA
Particulars: Weight: 9 grams Stones: Invisible set sapphires total an estimated 2.70 carats.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,080Sale Price / item|20% Off
Invisible Set Halo Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring in 18kt Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Invisible Halo Brilliant Engagement Ring For Women Set in 18K Gold featuring natural diamonds of 0.71 carats.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Invisible Set Pink Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Radiating Art Deco elegance, this ring features a pink sapphire set with a masterful invisible setting, allowing the gem to appear seamlessly suspended.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
An Invisibly Set Ruby Ring of 22.17 Carats, Centering a 0.73-Carat Diamond
Located in Khet Bang Rak, 10
An Invisibly Set Ruby Ring of 22.17 Carats, Centering a 0.73-Carat Diamond Gold: 12.23 grams A centuries-old technique originating in France, the invisible setting is among the most...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Kt Solid White Gold, Invisible Set Princess & Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt SOLID WHITE GOLDEN RING WITH PRINCESS 1 BRILLIANT CUT DIAMONDS MATERIAL: 18 kt white gold SIZE: 53 ( can be resized for free) WEIGHT: 11.4 grams / 7.3 dwt / 0.400 oz DIAMON...
Diamond, White Gold
$1,960Sale Price|20% Off
Set in 18 Karat Rose Gold, Invisible Pressure Setting Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
An everyday wear, Diamond cluster Ring set in 18K Rose Gold & Diamonds. The combined weight of the diamonds in 0.72 carats. The ring is made in Indian ring size 12 (US size 6), and c...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Claris-A 18K White Gold Invisible Set Princess Cut Diamond Buckle Belt Ring
By Claris-A
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
The top is formed as a square element and is set with princess cut diamonds in invisible setting (serti mysterieux), creating a uniform surface of brilliance.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 kt. White Gold Ring Invisible Set Princess & Brilliant Cut Diamonds 1.61 ct.
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous 18 kt. White Gold Ring With Invisible Set Princess Cut and Brilliant Cut Diamonds together 1.61 ct.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,880Sale Price|20% Off
New 18k White Gold GIA 3.38ctw Round Emerald w/ Invisible Set Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Emerald - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Nice Green Color - 2.26ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ** (16) Natural ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sabbadini 18K Gold Ring with 4.90 Carat of Invisibly Set Rubies and Diamonds
By Sabbadini
Located in New York, NY
Created by the famed jewelers Sabbadini of Italy, this 18kt yellow gold ring is in their classic style. Vibrant invisibly set square cut Rubies are the center piece of this domed rin...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Blue and White Invisible Set 1.01 TCW Diamond Geometric Ring
Located in New York, NY
A striking Geometric Diamond Ring, featuring a central square of 0.13ct White Diamonds, encircled by 0.24ct Blue Diamonds, all invisibly set in 18k White Gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
10K Rose Gold 1/3 Carat Invisible Set Diamond Composite Square Shape Ring
Located in New York, NY
These precious stones, notable for their H-I color and I1-I2 clarity, are invisibly set to forge the grand illusion of a solitary, majestic princess cut diamond.
Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
Charles Krypell 18 Karat Yellow Gold Invisibly Set 2.25Ct. Ruby and Diamond Ring
By Charles Krypell
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Charles Krypell, jewelers since 1976. This ring is a perfect example of fine craftsmanship featuring invisibly set baguette cut rubies and round brilliant diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold 6.00 Carat Invisible Set Princess Cut Diamond Three-Row Band Ring
Located in Plantation, FL
Details Metal: 18 Karat White Gold Weight: 8.8 grams Diamond Weight: Approximately 6.00 carats total Diamond Cut: Princess Cut Setting: Invisible Set Diamond Color: White (appro...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.50 CT Sapphire invisible Set & 0.85 CT Diamonds 18K Gold Engagement Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Los Angeles, CA
100% Authentic, 100% Customer Satisfaction Height: 11.5 mm Width: 4 mm Size: 6.5 ( Contact Us for Sizing) Metal:18K Yellow Gold Hallmarks: 18K Total Weight: 6.4 Grams Stone Type: 1.5...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Diabolo Invisible Set Blue Sapphire Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Ring US 6.5
By Cartier
Located in Tokyo, JP
■ Item Number: 30560709 ■ Brand: Cartier ■ Product Name: Diabolo Invisible Set Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring ■ Model Number: - ■ Material: 12P Diamonds, 8P Blue Sapphires, 750 K18 YG Ye...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Diabolo Diamond Mystery Invisible Set Ruby K18 Yellow Gold Ring US 6.5
By Cartier
Located in Tokyo, JP
.: 30490605 ■Brand: Cartier ■Name: Diabolo Diamond Invisible Set Ruby Ring ■Material: 12P Diamond, 8P Ruby, 750 K18 YG Yellow Gold ■Weight: 8.7g (Approx) ■Ring Size: EU: 53 / USA: 6....
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Gold Invisible Set Diamond Ring with Princess, Round and Baguette Cut
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k white gold invisible set diamond ring w/ princess, round and baguette cut diamonds, containing 50 diamonds weighing 1.20cts. diamond color "H" and clarity VS2-SI1, ring is a size 5.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.60Ct Natural Invisible set Ruby & Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Pinky Ring Size 4
Located in New York, NY
0.60Ct Natural Invisible set Ruby & Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Pinky Ring Size 4 Invisible set 14 K Rose Gold: 5.7 gram Ring Size 4 3 Square cut Natural ruby Stone set in a r...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Retro 1940s Invisible Set Square Ruby and Diamond Dome Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
A stunning Retro ring showcasing a cluster of pigeon blood colored rubies, invisible set in a concave dome, ribbon like mounting 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Invisibly Set Diamond 2.00 Carat and Ruby 4.19 Carat Ring
Located in New York, NY
This 18 karat yellow gold ring is set with 2.00 carats of invisibly set princess cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow 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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