Italian 18K Gold Emerald and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Metal: 18K Gold Emeralds: 3 Emerald-Cut Emeralds approx. 1.00 ct total Diamonds: Round Brilliant Diamonds approx. 0.50 ct total Weight: 3 grams Ring Size: 6.75 Origin: Italy
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$112,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 3 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite engagement ring is a testament to timeless elegance and masterful craftsmanship. Featuring a stunning 3-carat emerald-cut diamond as its centerpiece, this gem exudes...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Three Stone Emerald Cut Moissanite Diamond Ring Made in Italy by NOOI JEWELRY
Located in Dueville, IT
A breathtaking blend of classic sophistication and vintage-inspired romanticism, this exquisite three-stone ring is handcrafted in Italy from solid 18k gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold
$33,600Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 2.40 Ct E-F Color VS Clarity 3 Stones Round Cut Diamond Degradè
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Introducing a truly extraordinary piece, the GIA Certified Three Stones Round Cut Diamond Dégradé Ring, a celebration of elegance and artistry. Each of the three magnificent diamonds...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
TIFFANY & Co. Atlas 18K White Gold 3 Diamonds Open Ring 5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Atlas 18K White Gold 3 Diamonds Open Ring 5 Metal: 18K White Gold Size: 5 Band Width: 8.5mm Weight: 6.80 grams Diamond: 3 round brilliant diamonds, carat total wei...
Diamond, White Gold
TIFFANY & Co. Atlas 18K White Gold 3 Diamonds Open Ring 5.5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Atlas 18K White Gold 3 Diamonds Open Ring 5.5 Metal: 18K White Gold Size: 5.5 Band Width: 8.5mm Weight: 6.30 grams Diamond: 3 round brilliant diamonds, carat total...
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage 0.85ct Colombian Emerald and 2.05ct Old Cut Diamond Three Stone Set Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
A striking 0.85ct emerald and 2.05 old cut diamonds three stone gypsy ring, centred with a Colombian emerald-cut emerald weighing 0.85ct set flush into the gold between two old cut ...
Emerald, Diamond, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Large Natural Pearl 1.60 Ct Diamond Trilogy Ring 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
Italian origin. The ring has a fantastic design made essential in the features but raising up at the top side to exalt the three amazing stones set at the crown of the ring giving am...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
$22,800Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certifed 3 Carat Royal Blue Sapphire Diamond Three Stone Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Gorgeous cushion cut GIA certified sapphire is a gorgeous royal blue color. It is a richly saturated and perfectly even deep blue color. GIA certified sapphire is a gorgeous deep b...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
$200,000Sale Price|20% Off
Oval Brilliant & Pear Shaped Diamond Three 3-Stone Engagement Ring in Platinum
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
6.55 ct Total Weight Oval Brilliant & Pear Shaped Diamond Three 3-Stone Engagement Ring in Platinum. The ring weighs 6.7 grams, size 7, the center stone is a gorgeous Natural ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
18K Yellow Gold Made in Italy Diamond Grounding Asymmetric Three Stones Ring
By Beatrice Barzaghi Milano
Located in Milan, IT
18K Yellow Gold Made in Italy Diamond Grounding Empowerment Three Stones Ring.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Italian Sculptural Pavé Diamond Flexible Dome Ring in 18K White Gold, 3 Carats
Located in Miami, FL
An arresting Italian-made pavé diamond ring distinguished by its architectural presence and refined craftsmanship. Designed as a series of articulated oval segments, the structure fo...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Pearl Precious Stone Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, Campania
Enhance your look with this charming ring in 14Kt white gold and rose gold, composed of diamonds and blue sapphires and emeralds which surround 3 little pearls with a diameter of 2/3...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold
$78,800Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 3 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
On each side of the majestic center stone, two trapezoidal diamonds rise, perfectly shaped to complete the visual harmony of the ring.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Estate 3 Carat Diamond Pavé Gold Band Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
A contemporary design Diamond band ring set in 18k white gold, it features 3 carats of Sparkling Round brilliant cut diamond, graded G Color VS clarity, pavé setting. When worn there...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
C1820 18K Multi-Stone Gold and Silver Italian Giardinetti Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
Rare and wonderful Georgian giardinetti or "garden" ring, Italian for "little garden" is artfully set in silver and 18K gold with .10 carats diamonds, .03 carets emeralds, .03 carat...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, Silver
$120,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 3 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Featured here is a fantastic round cut diamond ring with 3 carat diamond in total. The main stone is a 3 carat round brilliant cut diamond, according to the GIA report F color and V...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$68,000Sale Price|20% Off
AGL Certified 3 Carat Colombian NO OIL Emerald Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
A striking emerald and diamond ring centered on a vibrant natural Colombian emerald, accompanied by an AGL report. The emerald weighs approximately 3 carats and is cut in a classic ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Oltremare Gioielli 18k Gold Ring with Diamonds, Made in Italy Diamond Ring
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
Made to order Gold diamond ring, made in Italy available in 18k, statement gold ring.
Diamond, 18k Gold
$28,000Sale Price|20% Off
3 Carat Pear Cut Tapered Baguette Diamond Platinum 18k Gold Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Stunning Pear Cut Emerald: Adorn yourself with the allure of nature's finest gemstone. Our exquisite 3-carat pear cut emerald captures the essence of elegance and sophistication, rad...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18k White Gold Aquamarine Diamond Trilogy Ring, Italy, 3.29ct
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Specifications: Net Total Weight of the ring grams 6,30 Metal: 18k White Gold (750/1000) Main Stones: 3 Natural Brazilian Aquamarines (Total weight: 3.29 carats) Stone Cut: Rectangu...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold
$55,200Sale Price|26% Off
GIA Certified 3 Carat Fancy Yellow Cushion Cut Diamond Ring VS2 Clarity
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Immerse yourself in the extraordinary allure of this breathtaking creation – an Amazing GIA Certified natural 3-carat fancy yellow cushion-cut diamond ring. Exuding brilliance and so...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
Italian 18k Gold Cross Ring Natural Diamond Oltremare Gioielli Made in Italy
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
Discover the epitome of elegance with our Italian Gold Cross Ring featuring dazzling natural diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold
18 Karat Gold 0.23 Karat Diamonds 3 Karat Tangerine Sapphires Garnet Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
18 Karat Gold 0.23 Karat Diamonds 3 Karat Tangerine Sapphires Garnet Ring Here there is an amazing Aura ring, handcrafted with pure 18 karats yellow gold adorned with deep red garnet...
Diamond, Garnet, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Italian 18k Gold Eternity Five Diamonds Ring Made in Italy Oltremare Gioielli
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
Stone Type: 100% Natural Diamonds Shape: Round Brilliant Carat Weight: approx 0,29 Cts TW Color: G Clarity: VS Cut: Excellent The production time of this jewel varies from 3-4 worki...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Piero Milano 18K White Gold 0.39ct Diamonds & Sapphire 3 Flower Band Ring
By PIERO MILANO
Located in Los Angeles, CA
100% Authentic, 100% Customer Satisfaction Top: 5 mm Band Width: 2 mm Metal: 18K White Gold Size: 6 Hallmarks: PIERO MILANO 750 Total Weight: 2.8 Grams Stone: 0.39 CT Diamond...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Alex Jona 18kt Yellow Gold Diamond Serpent Ring, 0.48ct, Italy
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, 18 karat yellow gold diamond serpent ring featuring eighty-seven micro set diamonds weighing 0.48 carats, F-G color, VS clarity.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mattioli Puzzle Collection 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring with Diamonds and 3 Puzzles
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Mattioli Puzzle Collection 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring with Diamonds and 3 Puzzles Small puzzle Set of 3, choose your favourite colors Set includes three stones and single band.
Diamond, Rose Gold
Emerald and Diamond Five Stone Anniversary Band Made in Italy in 18k Solid Gold
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
Paired with the timeless elegance of Diamonds, known for their eternal brilliance, this ring is a stunning embodiment of everlasting love.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Bee 18K Gold 1 karat Tourmaline 3 karats Yellow Sapphires Diamonds Design Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Available also in different colored stones on order Details: Handcrafted Rossella Ugolini 18 Karats Gold 3 Karats Yellow Sapphires 0.08 Karats Black & White Diamonds Tourmaline Bee C...
White Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Tourmaline, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gol...
Vintage Italian 10.20 Carat Pink Coral & 0.85 Carat Diamond, Platinum Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This two stone coral ring with diamonds is hallmarked to the interior of the shank with the Italian maker's mark, denoting the piece was assayed in Alessandria, Italy (AL)*.
Coral, Diamond, Platinum
$3,930Sale Price / item|20% Off
Italian Ruby Diamond White Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring Diamond 11-RND57-0,2-4/5 Ruby 11-RND-0,3 (4)/3 Weight 6.2 gram Size USA 7 With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based j...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Italian Handcrafted Oval Aquamarine Diamond 18k Gold Ring by NOOI JEWELRY
Located in Dueville, IT
A captivating blend of romance and meticulous craftsmanship, This exquisite ring showcases a luminous, ice-blue natural aquamarine. Set in rich 18k solid gold, the design draws ins...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold
Italian Renaissance Style 18k Gold Diamond Ring by Oltremare Gioielli
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
The ring is available only made to order ❥Details MAIN STONE Type: Natural Diamond Shape: round cut Measurements: 4,6 mm Color : G Clarity: VVS1 Cut: Excellent Carat 0,37 cts ADD...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$62,400Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 3 Carat Fancy Yellow Cushion Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Amazing natural GIA certified fancy yellow cushion cut diamond ring with two side trapezoid natural diamonds at each side mounted in 18 carats yellow gold The main stone sparkle is...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
Row Cable 3 Karat Sapphires 0.10 Karat Diamonds 18 Karat Gold Pink Quartz Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection Modern style ring handcrafted in 18 Karat Rose Gold with 3 Karat Rose Sapphires, Pink Cabochon oval cut Quartz and 0.10 Karat White Diamonds.
White Diamond, Quartz, Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
14k Italian Gold Anniversary Five Diamonds Ring by Oltremare Gioielli
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
Stone Type: 100% Natural Diamonds Shape: Round Brilliant Carat Weight: approx 0,29 Cts TW Color: G Clarity: VS Cut: Excellent The production time of this jewel varies from 3-4 worki...
Diamond, 14k Gold
3 Carats Rose Sapphires 18K Gold Rose Quartz 0.10 Karat White Diamonds Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection Modern style ring handcrafted in 18 Karat Rose Gold with 3 Carat Rose Sapphires, Pink Cabochon oval cut Rose Quartz and 0.10 Karat White Diamonds.
White Diamond, Quartz, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$3,343Sale Price / item|20% Off
Italian Ruby Black Diamond White Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 36-RND 57-0,25-4/6 Ruby 5-Oval-1,37 ct Ruby 2-RND-0,08 (4)/3 Weight 3.19 gram Size 6.8 With a heritage of ancient fine Sw...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Manfredi Italian Modern Citrine Ring
By Manfredi
Located in Litchfield, CT
SIZE: 7 3/4, it can be sized. WEIGHT: 10.1 grams STONES: 5.0 carat citrine and .04 carats total weight of G color, VS clarity diamonds HALLMARKS: MANFREDI, 750 for 18...
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold
18 Karat Rose Gold Pink Quartz 3 Karat Sapphires 0.10 Karat White Diamonds Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection, 18 Karat Rose Gold Pink Quartz 3 Karat Sapphires 0.10 Karat White Diamonds Ring Size 6.75 and 5.75 (Italian Size 10 and 14) in stock available imm...
White Diamond, Quartz, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$2,497 / item
Emerald and Diamond Gold Ring Made in Italy in 18k
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
Made to order Emerald and Diamond Band, Made in Italy in 18k Gold Introducing our exquisite Italian Gold Band, a symbol of timeless elegance and everlasting love.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Manfredi Italy Eighties Sapphire Ring
By Manfredi
Located in Litchfield, CT
WEIGHT: 15.8 grams STONES: 1.0 carat sapphire and .05 carat total weight of F color, VS clarity diamonds HALLMARKS: MANFREDI, ITALY, 750 for 18k, Italian workshop registration...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Italian Modern Rose Gold Cocktail Ring with Quartz and Diamonds
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
These diamonds add a brilliant sparkle to the ring, enhancing its allure and elegance.
Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$3,930Sale Price / item|20% Off
Italian Ruby Diamond White Gold Statement Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 54-RND57-0,2-4/6 Ruby 1-Oval-1,57 (4)/3 Weight 2.92 gram Size USA 7 With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditio...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
14k Gold Diamond Ring by Oltremare Gioielli in Italian Renaissance Style
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
The ring is available only made to order ❥Details MAIN STONE Type: Natural Diamond Shape: round cut Measurements: 4,6 mm Color : G Clarity: VVS1 Cut: Excellent Carat 0,37 cts ADD...
Diamond, 14k Gold
GIA Certified 1 Cts F/VS1 Two-Stone Pear Cut Diamonds Engagement Ring 18K Gold
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
This stunning engagement ring features a beautiful pear-shaped diamond in a two-stone setting. The ring is made of high-quality 18K gold and has a total carat weight of 1 Cts (0.50 C...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Italian-Made 0.32 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring in 18k Solid Gold
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
This stunning diamond engagement ring is made in Italy and features 0.32 carats total weight of diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Natural Garnet and Diamonds Italian 14k Gold Engagement Ring, Oltremare Gioielli
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
Discover now our stunning engagement ring made to order in 14k gold and featuring a 1.8 carat natural red Almandine garnet as the main gemstone. The garnet is surrounded by six round...
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold
$76,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 3 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Cushion Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Amazing natural GIA certified fancy intense yellow cushion cut diamond ring with two side trapezoid natural diamonds at each side mounted in 18 carats yellow gold and platinum. The ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
1970s Italian 18 Karat Gold Lapis Lazuli, Persian Turquoise Diamond Ring
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
At the center sits a substantial hand-carved lapis lazuli cabochon, rich in deep royal blue with natural flecks of gold pyrite, measuring approximately 3/4 x 3/8 x 1/2 inches in heig...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold
Emerald and Diamond Five Stone Anniversary Band Made in Italy in 14k Solid Gold
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
Paired with the timeless elegance of Diamonds, known for their eternal brilliance, this ring is a stunning embodiment of everlasting love.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold
$3,743Sale Price|20% Off
Italian Breathtaking Blue Sapphire Diamonds White Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 14 K (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 3-RND57-0,08-4/6 Blue Sapphire 6-1,51 Т(5)/3 Blue Sapphire 9-2,35 Т(5)/2 Size 7,2 Weight 4,37 grams With a heritage of an...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold
Bicolor Citrine and Natural Diamonds 18k Gold Ring Made in Italy Jewelry
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
ADDITIONAL STONES Stone Type: 100% Natural Diamonds Shape: Round Brilliant Carat Weight: 0.66 Cts TW Color: G Clarity: vs Cut: Excellent The production time of this jewel varies fro...
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold
18k Gold Aquamarine Ring With Natural Diamonds Made in Italy Oltremare Gioielli
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
Elevate your love story with our exquisite Natural Aquamarine and Diamonds Engagement Ring, meticulously crafted by Oltremare Gioielli in Italy.
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold
Amethyst Gold Ring with Rock Texture and Small Diamond Accents, 18k Italy
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
Made to order Amethyst Gold Ring with Rock Texture and Small Diamond Accents Indulge in the captivating allure of nature with this exquisite amethyst gold ring, expertly handcrafted ...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold
$5,896Sale Price / item|20% Off
Italian Pink Sapphire Ruby Diamond White Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 100-RND57-0,3-4/6 Ruby 3-Oval-0,63 Т(4)/3 Pink Sapphire 10-Oval-2,1 1/2 Ruby 16-RND-0,42 Т(4)/3 Pink Sapphire 12-RND-0,17 1...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique 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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