Antique 14K White Gold Ring with Orange Garnet & Old-Cut Diamonds
Located in Berlin, BE
Antique ring in 14K white gold, featuring an orange garnet accented by old-cut diamonds. Weight: 4 g.
20th Century Cluster Rings
Diamond, Garnet, White Gold
Antique 14K White Gold Ring with Orange Garnet & Old-Cut Diamonds
Located in Berlin, BE
Antique ring in 14K white gold, featuring an orange garnet accented by old-cut diamonds. Weight: 4 g.
Diamond, Garnet, White Gold
Loraida 18K Yellow Gold Double Ring with Oval & Emerald Cut Diamonds
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
The 18K Yellow Gold Double Ring with Oval and Emerald-Cut Diamonds by Loraida is a statement of contemporary jewelry. Crafted in 18K yellow gold, this double-band design showcases an...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k White Gold Marquise Cut Diamond and Emerald Ring
Located in New York, NY
18k White Gold Marquise Cut Diamond and Emerald Ring Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age. Ring size: 6.50 Metal: 18k White Gold Weight: 5.40...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 2.20 Carat Emerald-Cut Emerald and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Elegant Finely detailed Vintage Emerald-Cut Emerald and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set Emerald-Cut Emerald, weighing approx. ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1.41 Carat Natural Diamond Mixed Shape Band 14K White Gold Engagement Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
A striking and contemporary band ring featuring a unique mix of diamond shapes, including emerald, marquise, and pear cuts, arranged in a seamless design. Crafted in 14K white gold (...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ladies Antique Mixed Metals Silver Palladium Rhodium Square Onyx Diamond Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 14K White Gold & Palladium & Silver Size: 7.25 Shank Maximum Width: 3.20 mm Head measurements: 20.70mm in length by 20.00mm in width. Weight: ...
Diamond, Onyx, White Gold, Palladium, Rhodium, Silver, Mixed Metal
Certified Natural 13.24 Carat Unheated Cushion Cut Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Certified Natural 13.24 Carat Unheated Cushion Cut Sapphire and Diamond Ring A cocktail ring centering a cushion-cut sapphire surrounded by pear-shaped diamonds. Accompanied by an...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
0.61ct Mixed Shape Diamond Cigar Band
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This striking 0.61-carat mixed-shape diamond cigar band is a modern masterpiece.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14KT WhiteGold Emerald-Cut Ruby and Diamond Starburst Cocktail Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
About : Crafted in 14K white gold, this bold cocktail ring centers around a vibrant emerald-cut ruby, encased in a shimmering diamond halo. Flanked by an architectural starburst fra...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
New .63ctw Round Cut Diamond Ring, Sterling Silver Cluster Halo
Located in Greensboro, NC
Art meets Fashion in this stunning cocktail ring! Crafted in sterling silver, this face of this NEW piece features concentric rings outlined in natural diamonds. Black embossing on t...
Diamond, Sterling Silver
18k White Gold 1.69ct Emerald Cut Natural Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This exquisite engagement ring is the epitome of timeless elegance, showcasing a breathtaking 1.69-carat emerald-cut diamond at its center. Certified by GIA (Report #2235113050), the...
Diamond, White Gold
Certified 5.12 Oval Cut Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Certified 5.12 Oval Cut Sapphire and Diamond Ring A platinum ring centering an oval cut sapphire, flanked by a round cut diamond on each side. Accompanied by AGL certificate stati...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Sterling Silver Diamond Engagement Ring, 925 Round Brilliant Cut .64ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
This ring is a size 7 - 7 1/4, but it can be re-sized up 2 sizes for a $20 fee. Once a ring is re-sized, we guarantee the work but we are unable to offer a refund on the sizing. Plea...
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Platinum Engagement Ring with 2.39ct Circular & Mixed Shape Diamonds I SI2 GIA
Located in New York, NY
Detailed Description: This vintage platinum engagement ring showcases a stunning 1.95 carat circular brilliant cut diamond, graded I color and Si2 clarity, certified by GIA (52214229...
Diamond, Platinum
$2,272Sale Price|20% Off
Rose Cut Diamonds Bow Shaped Knuckle Ring Adorned with Pave Diamonds
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Rose Cut Diamonds Bow Shaped Knuckle Ring, This stunning piece of jewelry effortlessly combines elegance and modernity, making it a must-have accessory for...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Roman Malakov 1.85 Carat Total Mixed-Cut Red Ruby Fashion Ring in Rose Gold
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A stylish fashion ring, featuring mixed baguette and round cut rubies weighing 1.85 carats total, set on an 18K rose gold mounting.
Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Pixilated Cut Watermelon Tourmaline 11ct With 1.23ctw Diamond Accent Ring
Located in Lafayette, LA
Pixilated Cut Watermelon Tourmaline 11ct With 1.23ctw Diamond Accent Ring In Platinum 11ct Pixilated Cut Watermelon Tourmaline 1.23ctw Diamond Accents Platinum Size 5.5 16.2g 3.7mm...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum Aquamarine and Old Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Aquamarine and Old Cut Diamond Ring. This incredible Art Deco aquamarine and diamond ring is crafted in platinum. The ring features a gorgeous blu...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Cushion Cut Emerald & Diamond Pavé Statement Ring in 18KT Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Showcase timeless luxury with this captivating 18KT rose gold ring featuring a vibrant cushion-cut green emerald center stone. Encircled by a sparkling double halo of brilliant-cut d...
Emerald, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$1,248Sale Price / item|20% Off
0.65 Carat SI Clarity GH Color Mixed Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Details Item Code :- SER-28634A Gross Wt. :- 1.83 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :- 1.70 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.65 Ct. ( SI Clarity & GH Color ) Ring Size :- 3 to 13 US ✨ Customization ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond 0.12ct Round Cut Ring in 18K Yellow Gold, India
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This stunning, designer-made Ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a set of diamon...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$2,959Sale Price|20% Off
Solid Yellow Gold Natural Wein*r Cut Diamond Signet Ring
Located in New York, NY
Unique 10k Yellow Gold Natural Weiner Cut Diamond Signet Ring Center: 0.60carat rustic cut diamond 5.6grams of 10K gold Size 5.5
Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow 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
18k Yellow Gold Checkerboard Cut Aquamarine and Diamond Halo Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This statement ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold and centers on a large checkerboard-cut aquamarine with a soft pale blue-green tone. The broad faceted surface gives the stone a lum...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold 2.19 Ct Natural Mixed Shape Diamond Band Ring Fine Gift for Her
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
A ring that turns every gesture into a moment, pear, marquise, oval and emerald-cut diamonds are scattered across the front of this playful band.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Cushion Cut & Round Cut Natural Diamond Set Band Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Diamond Band 18ct Gold This exquisite 18ct yellow gold band boasts a timeless elegance that is sure to turn heads. Handmade using old 18ct gold, this band has been handcra...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.45 Carat Mixed Shape Diamond Open Bypass Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
Set with 0.45 carats of natural diamonds displaying SI clarity and H-I color, the mixed diamond cuts contribute varied light performance and texture.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
New 1.00ctw Round Brilliant & Single Cut Diamond Ring, Silver Wave Women's
Located in Greensboro, NC
This ring is a size 7 1/2, but it can be re-sized up 2 sizes for a $20 fee. Once a ring is re-sized, we guarantee the work but we are unable to offer a refund on the sizing. Please c...
Diamond, Silver
RUCHI Rose-Cut Diamond Flexible Rose Gold Wide Ring
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K Rose Gold Rose Cut Diamond- 8.47 Cts All Diamonds are G/H-SI
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
AGL Certified Blue Sapphire Oval Mixed Cut and White Diamond Three-Stone Ring
By MOGULDIAM INC
Located in New York, NY
This elegant and beautiful three-stone ring features an oval mixed cut natural blue sapphire and white diamonds.
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
New 1.00ctw Round Brilliant & Single Cut Diamond Ring, Silver Wave Design
Located in Greensboro, NC
This ring is a size 7, but it can be re-sized up 2 sizes for a $20 fee. Once a ring is re-sized, we guarantee the work but we are unable to offer a refund on the sizing. Please conta...
Diamond, Silver
New .33ctw Round Brilliant & Single Cut Diamond Ring Silver Halo Cluster
Located in Greensboro, NC
This ring is a size 6 3/4, but it can be re-sized up 2 sizes for a $20 fee. Once a ring is re-sized, we guarantee the work but we are unable to offer a refund on the sizing. Please c...
Diamond, Silver
New .33ctw Round Brilliant & Single Cut Diamond Ring, Silver Cluster Halo
Located in Greensboro, NC
This ring is a size 5 3/4, but it can be re-sized up 2 sizes for a $20 fee. Once a ring is re-sized, we guarantee the work but we are unable to offer a refund on the sizing. Please c...
Diamond, Silver
AGL Certified Blue Sapphire Oval Mixed Cut and white Diamond Three-Stone Ring
By MOGULDIAM INC
Located in New York, NY
This elegant and beautiful three stone ring features an oval mixed cut natural blue sapphire and white diamonds.
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
RUCHI Baguette and Brilliant-Cut Diamond White Gold Ring
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Diamonds: 0.67ct total weight. All diamonds are G-H/SI stones. US size 7.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s 1.35 Carat Asscher Cut Emerald & 5.00 Carat Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Asscher cut Emerald weighing 1.35 carats and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 5.00 carats. Circa 1950s Size 6, resizable
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
White Gold Sapphire & Diamond Engagement Ring, 14k Round Cut 1.03ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes or down 1 size for $30 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information: Genuine Sapphire Treatment: Heating Carat: .76ct (weighed) Cu...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Vintage Foliate Cluster Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a bypass style cluster of pierced foliate and geometric forms Bead set with old European and single cut diamonds throughout Weighing approximately 0.68 carat total - G co...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 2.70 Carat Emerald-Cut Emerald and Diamond Platinum Filigree Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Elegant Finely detailed Vintage Emerald-Cut Emerald and Diamond Platinum Filigree Milgrain Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set Emerald-Cut Emerald,...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$4,370
Emerald Artdeco Ring
By Istanbul Diamond House
Located in Bayazıt, TR
Welcome to Istanbul Diamond House! This Artdeco Ring is designed with a one of a kind emerald in the center. It is a 1,54 carat emerald ring with 1,57 carat baguette diamonds. It's d...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
13.80 Carat Long Emerald Cut Green Tourmaline and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Long Emerald Cut Green Tourmaline Solitaire and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set 13.80 Carat Long Emerald Cut G...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
$2,780
Sapphire Artdeco Ring
By Istanbul Diamond House
Located in Bayazıt, TR
Welcome to Istanbul Diamond House! This ring is designed and produced by Ali Kuyumcu in 1990's. In the center there is an 1,5 carat oval sapphire and on the side 0,59 carat baguette ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Natural Tanzanite 3.20ct Hexagon Cut Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This stunning, designer-made Ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a TANZANITE gem...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
18KT Rose Gold Pear Cut Tourmaline & Diamond Pavé Cocktail Ring
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Captivate attention with this breathtaking 18KT rose gold cocktail ring featuring a striking pear-cut rubellite tourmaline centerpiece. Framed by a shimmering halo of brilliant-cut d...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
14K White Gold Pear-Cut Topaz and Diamond Sunburst Cocktail Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
About : Crafted in 14K white gold, this eye-catching ring highlights a rich pear-cut London blue topaz enclosed in a delicate diamond halo. Framed by a dynamic sunburst border of dia...
Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Emerald-Cut Ruby and Diamond Starburst Cocktail Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
About : Crafted in 14K yellow gold, this bold cocktail ring centers around a vibrant emerald-cut ruby, encased in a shimmering diamond halo. Flanked by an architectural starburst fr...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
New 1.00ctw Round Brilliant & Single Cut Diamond Ring, Sterling Silver Wave
Located in Greensboro, NC
This ring is a size 6, but it can be re-sized up 2 sizes for a $20 fee. Once a ring is re-sized, we guarantee the work but we are unable to offer a refund on the sizing. Please conta...
Diamond, Sterling Silver
New 1.00ctw Single Cut Black & White Diamond Ring, Silver Cluster Bypass
Located in Greensboro, NC
This ring is a size 6 - 6 1/4, but it can be re-sized up 2 sizes for a $20 fee. Once a ring is re-sized, we guarantee the work but we are unable to offer a refund on the sizing. Plea...
White Diamond, Silver
14K Yellow Gold Pear-Cut Topaz and Diamond Sunburst Cocktail Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
About : Crafted in 14K yellow gold, this eye-catching ring highlights a rich pear-cut London blue topaz enclosed in a delicate diamond halo. Framed by a dynamic sunburst border of di...
Topaz, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Natural Round Brilliant & Baguette Cut Diamond Flower Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18K Yellow Gold Natural Round Brilliant & Baguette Cut Diamond Flower Fashion Ring Ring Material: 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Details: There are approximately 0.35 carats of natural r...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
From $2,795 / item
Spectrum 18k White Gold Pear-Cut Diamond Spiral Bypass Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Embrace the art of graceful movement with the Spectrum Pear-Cut Diamond Spiral Ring. This captivating statement piece features a dynamic, multi-row spiral bypass silhouette, meticulo...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$7,148Sale Price|20% Off
Avant-Garde Rose Gold Multiband Ring with Pear-Cut Diamonds
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry repertoire with this architecturally stunning statement ring, a perfect blend of modern geometric design and timeless brilliance. Crafted in lustrous 18k rose go...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold
Emerald Cut Blue Tanzanite & White Diamond 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.20x1.30x2.60cm Color: 18K White Gold Materials: "128 White Diamonds 0.14 CT 6 White Diamonds 0.31 CT 1 Tanzanite 7.10 CT 18KW 6.28 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamo...
White Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,472Sale Price|20% Off
Princess Cut Diamonds in Bezel Set Ring Made in 18k Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
The Princess Cut Diamonds in Bezel Set Ring is a timeless and sophisticated piece, expertly crafted in 18K gold. 18KT:3.8g, Diamond:1ct
Diamond, 18k Gold
Blue Emerald Cut Tanzanite & White Diamond 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.10x1.30x2.20cm Color: 18K White Gold Materials: "82 White Diamonds 0.82 CT 1 Tanzanite 8.45 CT 18KW 6.69 GM (WNTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Jewelry Our ...
White Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Three Row Marquise Pear Oval Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
This 18K White Gold Three Row Marquise Pear Oval Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring features marquise cut on top oval cut in center and pear cut diamonds set in the last row. Diamonds are a u...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18K Emerald Cut Diamond Italian White Gold Ring Size 7
Located in Fairfield, CT
Vintage 18K Emerald Cut Diamond Italian White Gold Ring Size 7 This elegant ring features two ~.63ct white diamonds totaling ~1.26ctw in the center, each with a mixed cut that high...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Roman Malakov GIA Certified 6.01 Carat Emerald-Cut Diamond 3-Stone Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A stunning engagement ring showcasing a 6.01 carat emerald-cut diamond, certified by GIA as H color and SI1 clarity. The center stone is accented by trillion-cut diamonds totaling 1....
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum 1.00 Carat Old-Cut Diamond Calibré Sapphire Target Ring
Located in Miami, FL
An exceptional European Art Deco platinum target ring, dating to circa 1930 and centered by an impressive round old-cut diamond weighing approximately 1.00 carat. The center diamond ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1.17ct Natural Royal Blue Sapphire Ring with Pear Cut Natural Diamonds
Located in Singapore, SG
Detail: SKU: GGTL215296 Gem Type: Blue Sapphire Color: Royal Blue (According to the original certificate from Sri Lanka) Carat Weight (Carat): 1.17 Ct Clarity: Very clean — no v...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k 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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