18K White Gold Diamond Ring - Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
This dazzling ring is crafted in 18K white gold, showcasing an arrangement of 23 brilliant diamonds that capture light from every angle. The timeless elegance of white gold pairs bea...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Picchiotti Diamond Three Row Baguette Band Ring
By Picchiotti
Located in Bethesda, MD
Experience the legacy of Picchiotti's expertise and sophistication with this timeless masterpiece, a symbol of elegance and refinement. Meticulously fashioned from luxurious 18kt yel...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$1,091Sale Price|20% Off
Natural White Pearls Bronze Diamonds Ring
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Natural White Pearls Bronze Diamonds cts 0,70 Ring size 14 eu All Giulia Colussi jewelry is new and has never been previously owned or worn. Each item will arrive at your door beauti...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Bronze
Ponte Vecchio Gioielli Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Ponte Vecchio
Located in New York, NY
This 18K white gold Ponte Vecchio Gioielli cocktail ring features 2.07 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Roberto Coin Appassionata Ring with Diamonds
By Roberto Coin
Located in Darnestown, MD
Two features make this Roberto Coin Appassionatta band ring unusual. The center has a panel of 12 round brilliant diamonds. In addition, the ring is flexible making it easy to put on...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Diamond Sapphire White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, CE
Fantastic ring in 18 kt gold, contracting model with fantastic central sapphire 0.50 ct, and the stem enriched with diamonds 0.25 ct. Total weight g 3.74. Diamonds ct 0.25 Sapphire c...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
$420 / item
Men's Titanium Round Brown Diamond Band Ring
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
Titanium band ring is from our Heroes Collection. This masculine ring is decorated by round brown diamond in total of 0.05 Carat. The ring size is 60mm/9 US size and it is not resiza...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Titanium
$682 / item
Men's Titanium Round Brown Diamond Band Ring
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
Titanium band ring is from our Heroes Collection. This masculine ring is decorated by round brown diamond in total of 0.25 Carat. The ring size is 60mm/9 US size and it is not resiza...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Titanium
Curnis 18K Rose Gold Armadillo-Shape Ring, Unisex, Italy, 45.3g
Located in Bergamo, BG
A bold and sculptural piece, this ring is crafted in polished 18K rose gold, designed with a unique armadillo-inspired form. Its smooth, reflective finish enhances the modern and dis...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Men's Titanium Round Black Diamond Band Ring
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
Titanium band ring is from our Men's Collection. This masculine ring is decorated by round black diamond in total of 0.1 Carat The band is 0.3cm wide. Perfect for masculine look! Th...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Titanium
$8,000Sale Price|20% Off
1.3 Carat Princess Brilliant Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Presenting a 14k White Gold Crossover Engagement Ring adorned with a total weight of 1.3 ct Round Brilliant Diamonds. The ring, weighing 3.7 grams and sized 5, features a central Nat...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Men's Titanium Round Black Diamond Band Ring
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
Titanium band ring is from our Men's Collection. This masculine band ring is decorated with 80 natural black diamonds in total of 0.8 Carat placed on both sides of the band. The band...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Titanium
Men's Titanium Round Black Diamond Band Ring
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
Titanium band ring is from our Men's Collection. This masculine stylish ring is made of 90 natural black round diamonds in total of 0.9 Carat that are placed along the band. The band...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Titanium
Diamond Silver Gold Cameo Ring
Located in Marcianise, CE
Cameo ring in 9kt yellow gold and silver surrounded by diamonds. diamonds 0.25kt tot weight 9.1gr r.f. cec For any enquires, please contact the seller through the message center.
Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
18 Karat Gold Elegant Diamond Ring
By Stefano Vitolo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sophisticated hand engraved design that blends traditional granulation technique with a modern twist. This handcrafted ring have diamonds 1.93 carat weight of F/G color, VS clarity d...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
18 Karat Gold Elegant Diamond Ring
By Stefano Vitolo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sophisticated hand engraved design that blends traditional granulation technique with a modern twist. This handcrafted ring have diamonds 1.44 carat weight of F/G color, VS clarity d...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
18 Karat Gold Elegant Diamond Ring
By Stefano Vitolo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sophisticated hand engraved design that blends traditional granulation technique with a modern twist. This handcrafted ring have diamonds 2.0 carat weight of F/G color, VS clarity di...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Men's Titanium Round Black Diamond Band Ring
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
Titanium band ring is from our Men's Collection. This masculine ring is made decorated by 5 natural black round diamonds in total of 0.15 Carat placed along the band. The band is 0....
Diamond, Black Diamond, Titanium
Diamonds Topaz Onyx Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, CE
Fashion ring in 14k white gold mounted with diamonds, onyx and one topaz and diamonds flower. Diamonds 0.45 kt Topaz 4.75 kt Onyx 0.15 gr Tot. Weight 8.40 gr R.F +FORF RK.AFGH90 For ...
Diamond, Onyx, Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
Italian Designer 18 Karat Gold Diamond Wedding Band
By Stefano Vitolo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This handcrafted ring has 0.09 total carat weight of F/G color and VS clarity diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vitolo 18 Karat Gold Italian Diamond Wedding Band
By Stefano Vitolo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This handcrafted ring has 0.46 total carat weight of F/G color and VS clarity diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Marina B Citrine Diamond Gold Ring
By Marina B
Located in New York, NY
18k gold ring by Marina B, with center approx. 2.80ct citrine and 1.20ctw in G/VS diamonds. Ring size - 7, ring top is 15mm. Marked: marina B, MB, 750, 120001. Weight - 12.8 grams.
Citrine, Diamond, Gold
Ocean Treasure Blue Sapphires Diamond Ring
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
"Merveilles des Océans" (Ocean Treasures) Collection is inspired by the wonders that abound in the Mediterranean Sea. This Haute-Joaillerie collection is presented in partnership w...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Coral, Diamonds, 18 Kt Yellow Gold Ring.
Located in Marcianise, CE
Amazing ring in 18 kt yellow gold structure mounted with a central coral surrounded by a crown of diamonds.
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ferrucci 0.98 Carat Diamonds and Diamond Halo 18 Karat Gold Engagement Ring
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
This FERRUCCI Diamond ring is conceived in 18k white gold, showcasing clear white diamonds for a total carat weight of 0.98 carats, hand crafted in Italy, SIze 6 complimentary adjus...
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
0.50 carat White Australian Pearl and Diamonds 18 Karat Gold Ring Made in Italy
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
A white Australian pearl and white diamonds ring, FERRUCCI in a contemporary ring design to compliment the delicate unique class of a sophisticated woman, cherished as symbols of pur...
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
18k Vintage Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
Located in Firenze, FI
A timeless piece of elegance ✨ This vintage gold ring is a true statement of sophistication. Crafted in radiant yellow gold and adorned with a brilliant central diamond surrounded by...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$6,080Sale Price|20% Off
Cocktail Pave 2 Carat Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
diamond cocktail ring has a fantastic large look, measuring 1.2 inches across! The eye catching size and sparkle is sure to turn heads! Highlights: - 2 carats of natural diamonds ...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$7,120Sale Price|20% Off
Round Brilliant Cut Halo Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Halo 14k White Gold Engagement Ring. The ring weighs 5.3 grams, size 5.25, the center stone is a Natural ~0.33 ct Round Brilliant Cut diamond, G-H in ...
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Rope Design Diamond Gold Band Ring
By De Maria fine&antique jewelry
Located in Napoli, NA
An 18 karat yellow gold ring composed of five rows of rope-twist design intersected by three X cross motifs. Each white gold cross is set with round brilliant cut diamonds weighing a...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Vitolo 18K White Gold Floral Baguette Diamond Ring
By Stefano Vitolo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An exquisite 18K white gold diamond ring featuring a captivating floral-inspired design with a sophisticated vintage touch. The centerpiece showcases four beautifully arranged baguet...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,365 / item
18k Eternity Wedding Diamond Band Made in, Italy
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
Made to order 18k Eternity Wedding Diamond Band Welcome to Oltremare Gioielli, where timeless elegance meets Italian craftsmanship.
Diamond, 18k Gold
$112,000Sale Price|20% Off
6.61 Carat Fancy Yellow Internally Flawless Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
A remarkable celebration of color, rarity, and craftsmanship, this extraordinary ring showcases a magnificent 6.61-carat Fancy Yellow cushion modified brilliant diamond, accompanied ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Pearl, Turquoise, Diamonds, Platinum Retrò Ring.
Located in Marcianise, CE
Fashion ring in platinum structure mounted with a central pearl surrounded by diamonds and turquoises.
Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, Platinum
Ferrucci 0.66 Carat Three Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold Made in Italy
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
A contrarie' trilogy three diamonds ring, by FERRUCCI & CO., for a modern chic look, entirely made in 18k white gold, diamond's total carat weight 0.66 ct, Made in Italy
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Bulgari Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1960
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
Bulgari diamond cluster ring. Set horizontally to centre with three octagonal emerald-cut diamonds in open back claw settings with an approximate combined weight of 1.30 carats, flan...
Diamond, Platinum
Rubies, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, CE
Amazing ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central ruby surrounded by diamonds and little rubies.
Ruby, Diamond, Silver, Rose Gold, 9k Gold
Sapphires, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, CE
Amazing ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central sapphire surrounded by diamonds and little sapphires.
Diamond, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
HRD Certified Italian Engagement Ring 18 karat Yellow and White Gold
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
Top Width: 0.7cm Top Length: 0.8cm Top Height: 0.8cm Band Width: 0.3cm Discover the refined elegance of this HRD Certified Italian Engagement Ring, beautifully crafted in 18-karat y...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
$15,600Sale Price|20% Off
Bvlgari Diamond Viper 18K White Gold Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
From the Serpenti Viper Collection. An ultra-modern interpretation of Bvlgari’s celebrated icon of glamour and seduction, the mythical snake enchants through geometric and sleek shap...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sapphire, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, CE
Retrò ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central sapphire surrounded by a crown of diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
$14,075
Emerald Diamond Gold Oz Ring
Located in Marcianise, CE
Shiny ring in 14 Kt white gold with a central emerald surrounded by precious diamonds. Diamonds 5.10 ct Emerald 6.01 ct tot weight 12.9gr US Size ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Coral, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, CE
Fashion flower ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central coral surrounded by diamonds.
Diamond, Coral, Silver, Rose Gold, 9k Gold
Gold Diamond Ruby Dome Ring
Located in Marcianise, CE
Shiny ring in 18kt white gold composed of a central ruby surrouyunded by a crown of diamonds. diamonds 0.89kt ruby 2.8kt tot weight 9.3gr r.f. fcgg For any enquires, please contact...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vitolo 18K White Gold Diamond Halo Eternity Ring
By Stefano Vitolo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A timeless expression of elegance, this exquisite ring is crafted in luxurious 18K white gold and features a dazzling 0.50-carat GIA-certified round brilliant diamond at its center. ...
White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Sapphire Diamonds 9K White Gold Ring
By Botta gioielli
Located in Milano, IT
Stunning solitaire ring featuring a natural blue sapphire oval cut and 10 diamonds on the ring shoulders.
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, 9k Gold
Ruby Diamonds 9K White Gold Ring
By Botta gioielli
Located in Milano, IT
Stunning solitaire ring featuring a natural ruby oval cut and 10 diamonds on the ring shoulders.
Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, White Gold
Vitolo 18K White Gold Diamond Granulato Engagement Ring
By Stefano Vitolo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An elegant 18-karat white gold diamond engagement ring featuring a GIA-certified 0.55-carat round brilliant-cut center diamond. Graded G color and VS1 clarity, the center diamond has...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Coral, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, CE
Fashion flower ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central coral surrounded by diamonds.
Coral, Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Diamonds Fashion 18 kt Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, CE
Fashion ring in 18kt white gold mounted with diamonds. Diamonds 1.05 kt Tot.Weight 10.10 gr R.F G IGFR RK.AOOE108 For any enquires, please contact the seller through the mess...
Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby Diamonds White Gold Snake Ring
Located in Marcianise, CE
Snake ring in 14k white gold mounted with all diamonds and a ruby on the head.
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Emeralds, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, CE
Fantastic ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a group of leaves in the central part studded by diamonds and, between of them, emeralds.
Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Sapphire Diamonds 9K White Gold Ring
By Botta gioielli
Located in Milano, IT
Stunning solitaire ring featuring a natural delicate blue sapphire oval cut and 10 diamonds on the ring shoulders.
Diamond, Sapphire, 9k Gold, White Gold
Sapphire Diamonds 9K White Gold Ring
By Botta gioielli
Located in Milano, IT
Stunning solitaire ring featuring a natural dark blue sapphire oval cut and 8 diamonds on the ring shoulders.
Diamond, Sapphire, 9k Gold, White Gold
Sapphires, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, CE
Amazing ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with sapphires surrounded by diamonds and, in their central part, four diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Pink Tourmaline and Diamond Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Centering on a cabochon pink tourmaline within an old cut diamond set frame, mounted in platinum. Pink Tourmaline: 5 ct Size : 8 1/2 Weight: 7.1gr
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
Damiani 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By Damiani
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Damiani 18K White Gold Diamond Ring Diamonds 1.9ctw Size 7 Retail $12,790.00
Diamond, White Gold
18ct Yellow Gold Diamond 4-Row Ring – 0.12ct Natural Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A stylish 4-row diamond ring crafted in 18ct yellow and white gold, set with natural diamonds totalling approximately 0.12ct. The layered row design gives the ring a modern yet eleg...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$398,400Sale Price|20% Off
Magnificent 10.36 Carat Emerald-Cut Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
A striking statement of timeless sophistication, this exceptional ring showcases a breathtaking 10.36-carat emerald-cut diamond, accompanied by a prestigious GIA report. The center s...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Rose Gold Diamond Ring with Sculptural Design
Located in Berlin, BE
Ring crafted in 18K rose gold with a fused sculptural appearance, set with diamonds. Weight: 10 g. Ring size: 6 US.
Diamond, Rose 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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