Men's Women's Mid Century Jade & Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
An embrace of the monumental Art Deco era, this vintage Mid Century jadeite cocktail ring glows with a lustrous, mottled apple green color and a significant architectural setting. Th...
Diamond, Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Handmade Men's White Gold Gray Star Sapphire Diamond Pinky Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Star Sapphire - Oval Cabochon Cut - Burnish Set - Light Gray Color - 8.4x7.6mm - 3.3ct (approx.) (6) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Single Cut - Bezel S...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
.38 Carat Round Diamond 14k White Gold Mens Wedding Band Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Ideal for grooms seeking a modern yet timeless look, it can be worn alone or paired seamlessly with a matching engagement or wedding band. 9 round brilliant cut diamonds, G VS2 SI ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Men's Retro 14k Bicolor Gold Ring with 0.56ct Rose Cut Diamond
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k bicolor gold ring set with rose diamonds. 0.56ct - G/H - SI - ring size U.S. 10.25 - EU. 20 (63) detailed description: the top of the ring is 1.8 cm wide weight 6.4 grams rin...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
$3,160Sale Price|20% Off
0.55 Carat 18K White Gold Men's Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
This 18k white gold handcrafted Men's band showcases a single Emerald Cut diamond on a six (6) MM wide tapered band. The band is in a polished finish. Diamond Weight: 0.55 Carat Dia...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Men's 14k Yellow Gold 0.99ctw Diamond Nugget Texture Large Robust Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - G Color - SI1 Clarity - 0.43ct (approx.) (16) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Channel ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,800Sale Price|20% Off
0.30 Carat 18K White Gold Men's Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
This 18k white gold handcrafted Men's band showcases a single Emerald Cut diamond on a seven (7) MM wide band. The band has a satin finish and comfort fit. Diamond Weight : 0.30 Car...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Magic Glo 1.56 Carat Diamond Halo Yellow Gold Men's Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Bold and masculine Magic Glo men's square top diamond ring. 1 round brilliant cut center diamond set in a 14k yellow gold setting with 16 round brilliant cut accent diamonds in the f...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Vintage Men's Ring - 10k 14k Round Brilliant
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 10 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 or Down 1 size for $40 Era: vintage Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .06ct ...
Diamond, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2.52 Carat Ruby Cabochon & Diamond Men's Ring in Yellow Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
This magnificent vintage gold ring features a cabochon Ruby at the center, surrounded by paves of Blue Sapphire and Diamonds. The vividly red oval cabochon cut Ruby weighs 2.52 cara...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Mens Diamond Wedding Band Ring 18K Yellow and White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18k White and Yellow Gold Diamond Count: 42 brilliant cut Total Diamond Carat Weight: ~0.25 carats Diamond Color: G-H Diamond Clarity: VS Ring Si...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Mens Two Toned 5 Round Brilliant Diamond Ring in 14k
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Style: Statement Ring Ring Size: 7.75 (resizing available for a fee) Total Weight: 1.9 Grams Gemstone Specifications: 1 Diamond Diam...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Vintage Sterling Silver, Onyx Cabochon, & Diamond Men's Signet Style Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage silver, onyx, and diamond ring. In sterling silver. With a bezel-set onyx cabochon head mounted with a bezel-set diamond to its center. With a thick, tapered shank ...
Diamond, Onyx, Sterling Silver
Yellow Gold Sapphire Diamond Eye Men's Ring - 18k Oval .50ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 10 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $100 or Down 1 size for $60 Design: Eye Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Sapphire Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .35ct ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Men's Ring - 10k Round Brilliant .50ctw Cluster
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 10 Sizing Fee: Up 1 size for $50 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .50ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: Champagne Br...
Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Men's Ring - 14k Round .88ctw Nugget Cluster
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 10 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $50 or Down 1 1/2 sizes for $35 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .50ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Men's Ring - 14k Round Brilliant .50ctw Cluster
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 11 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $60 or Down 2 sizes for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .50ctw Cut: Round Bril...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Men's 18k White Gold Ring with 5ct Colombian Emerald & 12 Diamonds
Located in Berlin, BE
Powerful men’s ring set with an approximately 5 carat Colombian emerald, treated in the traditional and commonly accepted manner.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
2 Carat Diamond Cluster 14K Gold Ribbed Shank Mens Signet Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Men's signet-style ring featuring 2.00 carats of round diamonds in concentric cluster design set in 14K yellow gold with ribbed shank.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Men's 14K Yellow Gold Florentine Diamond Ring, Circa 1980, 0.20ct SI1
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Crafted in 14K yellow gold, this men’s ring features a timeless and refined design.
Diamond
1.75 Carat, 7 Diamonds Traditional Men's Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring Estate
Located in New York, NY
1.75 Carat 7 Diamonds Traditional Men's Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring Estate This is a Nice traditional 7 diamond ring from our premium wedding collection for Men 7 Round di...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Men's .925 Sterling Silver 1/2 Cttw Multi-Diamond Hexagon Frame Ring
Located in New York, NY
Discover a symbol of elegance and masculinity with this captivating .925 sterling silver ring, rhodium-plated to enhance its sophisticated luster. The unique hexagonal frame is metic...
Diamond, White Diamond, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Men's .925 Sterling Silver 1/2 Cttw Multi-Diamond Hexagon Frame Ring
Located in New York, NY
Discover a symbol of elegance and masculinity with this captivating .925 sterling silver ring, rhodium-plated to enhance its sophisticated luster. The unique hexagonal frame is metic...
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
Men's .925 Sterling Silver 1/2 Cttw Multi-Diamond Hexagon Frame Ring
Located in New York, NY
Discover a symbol of elegance and masculinity with this captivating .925 sterling silver ring, rhodium-plated to enhance its sophisticated luster. The unique hexagonal frame is metic...
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
EGL Certified .85 Carat Yellow Brown Diamond White Gold Mens Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1960's Natural .85 carat round fancy dark yellowish brown diamond with a very pleasing color, fashioned into a classic men's ring with two unique light yellow diamond baguettes in a ...
Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Sterling Silver Black Diamond Ring, 925 Princess Cut 1.00ct Men's
Located in Greensboro, NC
This ring is a size 9 - 9 1/4, but it can be re-sized up or down 1 size for a $25 fee. Once a ring is re-sized, we guarantee the work but we are unable to offer a refund on the sizin...
Black Diamond, Sterling Silver
Vintage Men’s Textured Gold 0.28tcw Diamond Cluster Signet Ring 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
A vintage diamond cluster signet ring crafted in solid 14K gold, featuring seven bright single-cut diamonds set in a classic floral cluster formation. The stones are arranged in a ra...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Men's Ring - 14k Round Brilliant .50ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 8 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $60 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .50ctw Cut: Round br...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Mens Two Toned 5 Round Brilliant Diamond Ring in 14k
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow and White Gold Style: Statement Ring Ring Size: 9.5 (resizing available for a fee) Total Weight: 8.1 Grams Gemstone Specifications: 5 Diam...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Spinel Ring Diamond Cut Gold Plated Unisex Ring For Men Women Black Rings
Located in Chicago, IL
Spinel Ring Diamond Cut Gold Plated Unisex Ring For Men Women Black Rings Base Metal Sterling Silver Main Stone Color Black Metal Sterling Silver Main Stone Shape Round Metal Purity ...
Spinel, Sterling Silver
Mens 1 Carat 5 Diamond Band Ring 14k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k White Gold Diamond Count: 5 brilliant cut Diamond Carat Weight: ~1.00 carats Diamond Color: G Diamond Clarity: SI2 Ring Size: 11 (resizable) T...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow & White Gold, Diamond, and Sapphire Signet Style Men's Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine and large sized signet style ring. In 14 karat yellow and white golds. Bezel set with a 1.17± Ctw round brilliant cut natural diamond (clarity: VS1, color: F-G) surrounded b...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Round Cut Diamond Men's Wedding Band Ring 10k White Gold 0.36 Cttw
Located in New York, NY
This is an authentic 10k white gold mens diamond wedding band ring. The Diamonds are channel set and are H-I Color and VS-SI clarity.
Diamond, White Gold
Men's Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Round Sapphire & Diamond Ring, 1980
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This bold and elegant men’s ring is crafted in 14K yellow gold and features a striking 7mm round sapphire as its centerpiece.
Diamond, Sapphire
Men's Modern Black Jade and Diamond Ring - 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Oval shape cabochon black jade ring, prong set in 18k yellow gold. The Jade measures approximately 15.29 mm x 12.28 mm x 7.20 mm. The ring has a total of 7 round brilliant diamonds, ...
Diamond, Jade, Black Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Men’s 1.10 Carat Old Miner Diamond Pinky Ring 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Antique Men’s 1.10 Carat Old Miner Diamond Pinky Ring 14k Gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Mens Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring 3.00ct 18K Yellow Gold Custom Designer Quality
Located in Dearborn, MI
Mens Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring 3.00ct 18K Yellow Gold Custom Designer Gem Quality Striking Designer-Quality Men’s Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring Crafted in 18K Yellow Gold and St...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Diamond Men's Ring - 14k Round Brilliant 1.53ctw Cluster
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 8 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $50 or Down 2 sizes for $40 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .33ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color: H Cl...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Men's Diamond Sapphire Geometric Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer Unisex Men's Band Ring is all hand-made in 18 Karat White Gold and features an elegant octagon made of 45 stunning brilliant cut natural white Diamonds VVS2 ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Black Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapp...
Men's Cartier Cats Eye Chrysoberyl Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Men's Cartier Cats Eye Chrysoberyl Ring A platinum men’s ring by Cartier with a center cat's eye Cartier Men's Cats Eye Chrysoberyl Ring adorned with tapered baguette cut diamonds.
Diamond, Cat’s Eye, Chrysoberyl, Platinum
GIA Certified 2 Carat Diamond in 14K Gold Solitaire Men's Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA Certified 2 Carat O-P/SI1 Diamond in 14K Yellow Gold Solitaire Men's Ring in Size 8.75.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1 Carat Diagonal Diamond Channel Set 14K Gold Vintage Mens Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Details: Item Type: Men's Ring Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Size: 6 Ring Face Dimensions: 14 x 18.5 mm Center Stone Details: Type: Natural Diamond Carat: 1.0 CTTW (5 stones) Cut: Round Br...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Men's White Gold Star Sapphire Baguette Diamond Low Profile Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Star Sapphire - Oval Cabochon Cut - Bezel Set - Blue Color - 13.8x10.6mm - 13ct (approx.) (2) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Tapered Baguette Cut - Burn...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold
Natural Chocolate & White Diamond 10K Yellow Gold Men's Pinky Ring 0.75 CT
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bandwidth is 4.1 MM. The height on top is 3.55 MM. Length of ring on finger (Top to Bottom) is 10.14 MM. Ring Size: 10.25 Metal: 10 Karat Yellow Gold Ring Weight: 6.3 Grams Center G...
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Yellow Gold
Two Toned Gold Mens Ring with Diamonds 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Total Weight: 9.3 Grams Ring Size: 9.75 Diamond Count: 10 Brilliant cut diamonds Diamond Carat Weight: ~0.18 Carat Diamond Color: G ...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Men's Wedding Ring - 14k Round 1/3ctw Four-Stone Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 13 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $50 or Down 3 sizes for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1/3ctw Cut: Round Bril...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Classic Art Deco 10K Gold Men's Ring with 0.08ct Diamonds, Unisex
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This men’s ring is crafted in 10K yellow gold and features a clean, classic design with timeless appeal.
Diamond, 10k Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Men's Ring - 14k Round Brilliant 3.08ct Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 10 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $120 or Down 1 1/2 sizes for $80 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): 3.08ct Cut: Ro...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA 3.33 Carat Cabochon Chrysoberyl Cats Eye Diamond Men's Platinum Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1950's Milk and Honey round mens chrysoberyl cats eye platinum ring circa 1950.
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Platinum
0.95 Round Cut Diamond Men's Wedding Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Men's Ring has 9 Round Cut Diamonds that weighs 0.95 Carats.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Men's 18K Yellow Gold Fancy Color Diamond Open Ring, 1.96ct
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold Fancy color Diamond: 1.96ct total weight All diamonds are G-H/SI stones
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Split Shank Retro Baguette Diamond Cluster Mens Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This 18K gold ring features a total diamond weight of 1.31 carats. Each diamond is meticulously set to enhance its brilliance and shine. Crafted with precision, this elegant ring is ...
Diamond, White Gold
Men's 14K Yellow Gold Art Deco Channel-Set Diamond Ring, 0.52ct
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Crafted in rich 14K yellow gold, this men's ring showcases a sleek and timeless design with a bold edge.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Mens 1.50 Carat Diamond Wedding Band Ring Platinum Size 12.75
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Brand: Tiffany & Co. Metal: Platinum Metal Purity: 950 Diamond Count: 15 brilliant cut Diamond Carat Weight: ~1.50 carats Diamond Color: D-F Diamond ...
Diamond, Platinum
Men's luxury green emerald ring , 3.25ct natural emerald, 1.85ct natural diamond
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
The gold's warm and lustrous tone perfectly complements the vibrant green of the emerald and the brilliance of the diamonds. Designed specifically for men, this ring exudes sophisti...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
0.13cttw Round Cut Diamond Men's Wedding Band Ring 14k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Classic men's wedding band ring, featuring 5 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 0.13 carat.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Signet Style Natural Round Diamond Cluster Mens Ring in 18k Gold
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Carat weights, gold weights, and measurements are subject to a slight variance. Vintage natural diamond men's ring set in 18k solid gold. Diamonds are all exceptional VS1-VS2 quali...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Cert 2.80 Carat Orange Brown Diamond Gold Platinum Men's Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Brown diamond Men’s ring. GIA certified brown diamond center stone with 12 round pave set diamond shoulders.
Brown Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold, Gold
David Yurman Black Diamond Sterling Silver Men's Armory Collection Band Ring
By David Yurman
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
A bold and refined creation by David Yurman, this men’s Armory Collection ring is crafted in sterling silver with a striking, textured design reminiscent of sculpted armor.
Black Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
EGL Certified .84 Carat Diamond Sapphire White Gold Men's Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamond and sapphire original mens Art Deco style white gold ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue 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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