$5,308Sale Price / item|20% Off
SGL Certified 2.86 Carat SI/H Marquise Pear Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
SGL Certified 2.86 Carat SI/H Marquise Pear Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold The ring is set almost entirely with large marquise-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$6,639Sale Price|20% Off
SGL Certified 2.86 Carat SI/H Marquise Pear Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
SGL Certified 2.86 Carat SI/H Marquise Pear Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold The ring is set almost entirely with large marquise-cut diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
$9,480Sale Price|20% Off
Natural 1.94 Carat SI/H Marquise Pear Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Natural 1.94 Carat SI/H Marquise Pear Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry This exquisite three-stone diamond ring features a stunning marquise-cut center diamond, gracefully fl...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
$7,584Sale Price / item|20% Off
Natural 1.94 Carat SI/H Marquise Pear Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Natural 1.94 Carat SI/H Marquise Pear Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry This exquisite three-stone diamond ring features a stunning marquise-cut center diamond, gracefully fl...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Marquise & Pear Diamond Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold Handmade Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Immerse yourself in the exquisite beauty of our Natural Marquise & Pear Diamond Ring, a true masterpiece of fine jewelry that embodies elegance, sophistication, and timeless allu...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$6,223Sale Price|20% Off
1.64 Carat Marquise & Pear Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
At the heart of the design lies a resplendent marquise-cut diamond, delicately embraced by two pear-cut diamonds on either side.
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Natural Marquise & Pear Diamond Ring 14 Karat Rose Gold Handmade Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Immerse yourself in the exquisite beauty of our Natural Marquise & Pear Diamond Ring, a true masterpiece of fine jewelry that embodies elegance, sophistication, and timeless allu...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
1.94 Carat SI Clarity HI Color Marquise Pear Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Details Item Code :- SER-210800A Gross Wt. :- 5.90 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :- 5.51 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 1.94 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Ring Size :- 7...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$11,376Sale Price|20% Off
Natural 1.98 Carat SI/H Marquise Pear Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite earrings are handset with 1.98 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pie...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,887Sale Price|20% Off
2.30 Carat SI Clarity HI Color Marquise Pear Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Item Code :- SER-22285 Gross Wt. :- 5.78 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :- 5.32 gm Natural Diamond Wt, :- 2.30 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Ring Size :- 7 US & All size...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA 1.70ct Pear Marquise & Round Milgrain Bezel Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking pear diamond at its center, weighing 1.70 , with a strikin...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Marquise Diamond Pear Shape Sapphire Bypass Ring 1.95 CTTW 18 Karat White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Details: • Metal: 18K White Gold • Weight: 3.1 grams • Gemstones: 5 Pear-Shape Blue Sapphires totaling approximately 1.45 carats • Diamonds: 5 Marquise-Cut Diamonds totaling appr...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Marquise and Pear Cut Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Exude elegance with our 18k Marquise and Princess Cut Diamond Ring. Crafted in 18k white gold with a weight of 5.58 grams, this ring features a stunning combination of 0.57 carats of...
Diamond, 18k Gold
18k Pear and Marquise Cut Diamond Wide Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Capture timeless elegance with our 18k Pear and Marquise Cut Diamond Wide Band Ring. Crafted in 18k white gold, this stunning piece features a total of 1.22 carats of sparkling round...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
4.12 Carat Natural Diamonds Marquise / Pear Eternity Ring Cocktail Mod*
Located in New York, NY
Marquise Shaped Mod Cocktail 1.44ct. Marquise diamond ring. 12.2 x 5.7mm J-color / Si-1 clarity.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Marquise Diamond and Pear-Shaped Ruby Three-Stone Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
Marquise Diamond and Pear-Shaped Ruby Three-Stone Cluster Ring Description: This multi-stone ring is crafted in platinum and white gold, featuring a central 0.57-carat marquise-cut ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18K White Gold Marquise and Pear Cut Diamond Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Marquise and Pear Cut Diamond Band Ring Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.26ct Marquise Pear Diamond Cuff Ring 14K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Expertly set in a sleek cuff-style band, the diamonds are arranged in an intricate pattern that wraps around the finger with effortless grace. The cuff design adds a modern twist to ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$3,591Sale Price|20% Off
1.83ct Pear & Marquise Natural Diamond Cluster Ring 18K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This handmade 1.83 carat Pear and Marquise Natural Diamond Cluster Ring in 18 karat white gold stands as one of the collection's most compelling performers — and the numbers reflect ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Marquise Diamond Ring, with Pear Diamond Band, Satin Finish .53 Carat Stackable
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
Make this your new favorite everyday ring! The details for this beautiful ring are listed below: Metal Quality: 14 karat Yellow Gold Band Width: 5.5 millimeters Diamond Number: 5 Dia...
Diamond, 14k Gold
$6,975Sale Price|33% Off
Platinum Diamond Cluster Ring w/ Marquise, Pear, Round and Baguette Cut Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, CA
*Motivated to Sell – Please make a Fair Offer* Specifications: Pre-Owned (Great condition) Metal: Platinum Weight: 8.4 Gr Main Stone: Marquise, Pear, Round and Baguette Cut Diamonds ...
Diamond, Platinum
Pear & Marquise Diamond Open Ring 18K White Gold Dainty Statement Jewelry
Located in Diera, AE
Elegant and refined, this open-style diamond ring features a graceful pairing of pear and marquise-cut natural diamonds set in luminous 18K white gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$20,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 3.62 Carat Cushion, Marquise, Pear, Princess Cut Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
3.62 ct total weight 5 Five Stone Cushion, Marquise, Pear, Princess, & Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Bezel Set Wedding / Anniversary Band / Ring in Platinum.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
1.50 Carat Marquise & Pear Diamond 5-Stone Tapered Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Zurich, CH
This contemporary 5-stone diamond ring offers a breathtaking, low-profile reimagining of classical symmetry.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$653Sale Price|20% Off
14K White Gold Pear Cut Amethyst and Marquise Diamond Open Cuff Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
On one end sits a vibrant pear-cut purple amethyst, while the other features a brilliant marquise-cut diamond.
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Pear Cut Amethyst and Marquise Diamond Open Cuff Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
On one end sits a vibrant pear-cut purple amethyst, while the other features a brilliant marquise-cut diamond.
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bridal Ring – 18K White Gold with Solitaire Round, Pear, and Marquise Diamonds
By Amwaj Jewellery
Located in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
A statement bridal ring in 18K white gold, designed with exceptional craftsmanship and adorned with brilliant round, pear, and marquise-cut diamonds.
Diamond, White Gold
Pear & Marquise Diamond Scatter Bypass Wrap Ring 1.62 Ct 18K Gold Open Ring
Located in Diera, AE
Pear and marquise-cut diamonds disperse across a wide, multi-row bypass face in a deliberately unstructured scatter — no two stones share the same axis, ensuring that light enters an...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Marquise Pear Diamond Cluster Cocktail Ring in 18K White Gold Statement Jewelry
Located in Diera, AE
The design features an intricate composition of pear and marquise-cut diamonds, creating remarkable dimension, brilliance, and visual impact from every angle.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond Floral Cluster Ring 2.94 Ct Marquise Pear Cut Diamonds 18k Gold
Located in Diera, AE
A dramatic marquise-cut diamond radiates from the center of an expansive floral-inspired composition, surrounded by pear-shaped diamonds arranged in a graceful burst of light and mov...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Radiant 0.52ct Pear and Marquise Shape Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Crafted from 18K white gold, this elegant ring features a pear-shaped diamond as the main stone, weighing 0.12ct, with a color grade of G and a clarity grade of VS, offering stunning...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pear & Marquise Natural Diamond Band Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
All our jewelry pieces are certified by a third-party laboratory such as IGI, HRD, IDGL, GIN, or SGL. This dazzling ring, crafted with a blend of gold colors, features an exquisite ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,504Sale Price / item|20% Off
Multi Diamond Ring with Pear, Marquise, Oval, Princess, Emerald, Round Diamond
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A modern diamond ring featuring marquise, emerald, princess, round, oval, and pear shape diamonds set in 14K solid white gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
2 Carat Pear Marquise Natural Diamond Cluster Ring 18K White Gold Antique Ring
Located in Diera, AE
Crafted to celebrate everyday elegance, our jewelry blends timeless design with modern craftsmanship. Each piece is thoughtfully made using high-quality materials, ensuring lasting s...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.96 Carats Pear/Marquise Shape Natural Diamonds Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite Diamonds band in elegant and refined design. A very piece of art jewelry, crafted with particular attention on all details. Sparkle diamonds make a luminous light, whe...
Diamond, 14k Gold
New Platinum 1.39ctw GIA E VVS Marquise Pear Diamond 3 Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
You are looking at a magnificent, brand new, engagement style ring that was crafted from solid platinum. It features a truly breathtaking, GIA certified, marquise brilliant cut diamo...
Diamond, Platinum
$2,959Sale Price|20% Off
1.83ct Pear & Marquise Natural Diamond Cluster Ring 14K White Gold HRD Certified
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Effortlessly sculptural and radiantly brilliant, this handmade 1.83 carat Pear and Marquise Natural Diamond Cluster Ring in 14 karat white gold is a masterwork of multi-shape diamond...
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
14K White Gold Five-Stone Marquise and Pear Diamond Ring Size 6 #23132
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K White Gold Five-Stone Diamond Ring Size 6- This stunning five-stone ring features three marquise cut diamonds in the center flanked by a pear-shaped diamond on each side, creati...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.80 ct Pear Diamond Solitaire Marquise Accent Engagement Ring 18K White Gold
Located in Diera, AE
The ring centers on a prong-set pear-shaped diamond, oriented point-down, with alternating marquise and round diamonds spaced along each shoulder in a single-file accent line.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
EGL Certified 1.25 Carat Pear Diamond Marquise Gold Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Experience timeless elegance with our EGL certified 1.25 Carat Pear and Diamond 14k white gold engagment ring. The center stone is a pear shaped, brilliant cut diamond that is accent...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
18K Rose Gold 0.85 Carat Marquise Pear & Baguette Diamond Spiral Wrap Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Item Code :- SER-2952E Gross Weight :- 4.23 gm 18k Rose Gold Weight :- 4.06 gm Diamond Weight :- 0.85 Carat ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Ring Size :- 7 US &am...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Natural Marquise & Pear Diamond Cuff Ring 14 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
The combination of diamond shapes adds visual interest and dimension to the ring, while the cuff design adds a modern twist to its classic elegance. Whether worn as a symbol of love ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Marquise & Pear Diamond Cuff Ring 18 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
The combination of diamond shapes adds visual interest and dimension to the ring, while the cuff design adds a modern twist to its classic elegance. Whether worn as a symbol of love ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$7,436Sale Price / item|20% Off
2.71 Carat Marquise & Pear Diamond Cocktail Ring 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
Features: ✦Handmade / Handcrafted Fine Jewelry ✦Gemstone: Natural Diamond ✦Gemstone Cut: Pear & Marquise ✦Diamond Weight: 2.71 ct.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.61 Ct Natural Diamond Pear & Marquise Statement Ring 18K White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
A bold and luxurious statement ring featuring a stunning pear-cut center diamond, surrounded by a cascading arrangement of marquise and pear-shaped diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Marquise and Pear Cut Natural Diamond Cocktail Ring, 2.85 Carats, 18K White Gold
Located in Diera, Dubai
The combination of elongated marquise diamonds and soft pear-shaped diamonds creates movement, depth, and visual balance across the ring’s sculptural silhouette.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
4.65Ct Marquise and Pear Diamond Open Bypass Ring 18K Rose Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
4.65Ct Marquise and Pear Diamond Open Bypass Ring 18K Rose Gold Fine Jewelry The ring features rows of sparkling marquise-cut diamonds and ends with pear cut diamonds that flow seaml...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$2,319Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Diamond Cluster Ring, 1.23 Carats, Marquise and Pear Cut, 14K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
An elegant cluster of marquise, pear, and round brilliant diamonds creates a ring with remarkable light dispersion and dimensional presence.
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
$2,759Sale Price|20% Off
Marquise & Pear Natural Diamond Sunburst Ring SI/HI 18K White Gold HRD Certified
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Radiant, dynamic, and utterly distinctive, this Marquise and Pear Natural Diamond Sunburst Ring in 18 karat white gold is a celebration of elongated diamond shapes at their most expr...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond Marquise Pear Leaf Feather Bypass Wrap Ring 14k Rose Gold 2.07ct
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Breathtaking, nature-inspired, and impossibly glamorous — this double-row marquise and pear-cut natural diamond leaf bypass ring is a true fine jewelry showpiece.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
18k White Gold Natural Diamond 1.08Ct Marquise Pear Three Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Diera, AE
Details Item Code :- SER-210372B Gross Wt. :- 2.48 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :- 2.26 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 1.08 Ct. ( SI Clarity & HI Color ) Follow JEWEL PALATE STOREFRONT f...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Floral Shape Pear Marquise Natural Diamond Bypass Engagement Ring 14k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Celebrate your forever with a ring that speaks of love, purity, and trust. Our natural diamond engagement ring, available in solid 14K gold, is crafted with unmatched precision and p...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Floral Shape Pear Marquise Cut Natural Diamond Bypass Engagement Ring 18k White
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Celebrate your forever with a ring that speaks of love, purity, and trust. Our natural diamond engagement ring, available in solid 18K gold, is crafted with unmatched precision and p...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,176Sale Price / item|20% Off
Pear Marquise Diamond Open Bypass Ring 18k Gold 1.77Ct Bridal Gift Fine Jewelry
Located in Diera, AE
A beautifully composed pear-shaped diamond cluster ring featuring natural baguette and round brilliant diamonds — 0.18 carats total — set in solid 18k white gold with a delicate pavé...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
18K White Gold Marquise & Pear Three-Stone Diamond Ring 0.86 Ct Proposal Ring
Located in Diera, AE
Timeless and refined, this elegant three-stone ring features a bold marquise-cut center diamond flanked by two inward-facing pear-shaped natural diamonds, all set in a sleek polished...
Diamond, White Gold
2.43Ct Marquise Pear Cut SI/H Diamond Chevron Engagement Ring 14k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
2.43Ct Marquise Pear Cut SI/H Diamond Chevron Engagement Ring 14k White Gold This stunning Diamond "V" Cluster or Chevron utilizing a dazzling mix of marquise-cut and pear-shaped dia...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2.43Ct Marquise Pear Cut SI/H Diamond Chevron Engagement Ring 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
2.43Ct Marquise Pear Cut SI/H Diamond Chevron Engagement Ring 18k White Gold This stunning Diamond "V" Cluster or Chevron utilizing a dazzling mix of marquise-cut and pear-shaped dia...
Diamond, Gold, 18k 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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