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
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
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
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
Tiffany & Co. 0.41 ct Cut Cornered Square Mixed Cut Diamond Lucida Engagement Ri
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. 0.41 ct Cut Cornered Square Mixed Cut Diamond Lucida Engagement Ri PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: Z156823 Listing Title: Tiffany & Co. 0.41 ct Cut Cornered Square Mixed ...
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
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
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
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
Edwardian 18 Karat Gold Sapphire Rose Cut Diamond Small Cluster Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is an Edwardian small cluster ring crafted in 18K gold. The piece features sapphire and rose cut diamonds. Circa 1910. Has an eagle head hallmark. Weight: 2.63g Size: 16.75 ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
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
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
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
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
From $1,247 / item
0.45 Carat Mixed Shape Diamond Open Bypass Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
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
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
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
Marquise-Cut Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K Yellow Gold — Size 7.5
Located in Fairfield, CT
Marquise-Cut Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K Yellow Gold — Size 7.5 This 18K yellow gold ring features a marquise-cut white diamond at the center, framed by a cluster of smaller roun...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Vintage 0.70ct Old Cut Diamond 18K Yellow and White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
- Vintage diamond cluster engagement ring - Thirteen old-cut and single-cut diamonds - Total approx weight 0.70ct - Vintage cluster design - 18K yellow and 18K white gold - Ring si...
Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Solitaire Rose Cut Diamond Ring with Pave Diamond Band in Gold and Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
This elegant solitaire ring features a captivating rose-cut diamond as its centerpiece, complemented by a delicate pave diamond band for added sparkle. Crafted in a blend of 14k gold...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, Silver
HYT 18K Gold Heart-Cut Fancy Yellow Diamond Band Ring, IGI Certified
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This extraordinary statement band showcases a magnificent heart-cut fancy yellow diamond as its focal point, nestled within a rich, mosaic-like cluster of warm champagne and delicate...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
Retro Baguette and Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Gold Vintage Bias Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Retro Baguette and Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Gold Bias Cocktail Ring. Securely Hand set with .65tcw Baguette & Round Diamonds. Hand crafted 14K White ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Diamond and French Cut Blue Sapphire Platinum Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Elegant Finely detailed Diamond and Sapphire Platinum Vintage Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set .76 Carat I-J VS Old Mine Cut Diamond. Surrounded...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
18KT Rose Gold Pink Tourmaline & Rose-Cut Diamond Statement Ring
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the epitome of luxury with this breathtaking statement cocktail ring. At the heart of this masterpiece sits a magnificent 13.10-carat pear-shaped pink tourmaline cabochon,...
Tourmaline, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Emerald Cut Pink Sapphire & White Diamond 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.40x2.20x2.30cm Color: 18K White Gold Materials: "48 White Diamonds 0.42 CT 3 Pink Sapphire 1.33 CT 18KW 5.43 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Jewelry ...
White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18K Gold Diamond Cluster Ring, Round & Baguette Cuts, UK, 1960s
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
18ct Gold Diamond Cluster Ring — Round & Baguette Cuts A bold and brilliantly sparkling 18ct gold ring, designed around a striking multi-tier diamond cluster that delivers serio...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
0.34 Carat Cadillac-Cut Diamond Toi et Moi Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Warszawa, PL
Diamond ring, 0.34 carats, 14K yellow gold. This elegant open-form “toi et moi” ring — symbolizing the meeting of two souls — is crafted from 14-karat yellow gold (585 fineness). The...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Certified Cocktail Ring with Natural Fancy Yellow Rose-Cut Diamonds 18K Gold
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A celebration of color and craftsmanship, this Certified Cocktail Ring showcases a captivating arrangement of natural fancy yellow rose-cut diamonds, each one shimmering with a soft,...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
2.50 Carat Emerald Cut Purple Garnet and Diamond Gold Vintage Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Emerald Cut Purple Garnet and Diamond Gold Ring. Centering a securely Hand set 2.50 Carat Emerald Cut Purple Garnet. Surrounded by .45tcw Diamonds. The ring...
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
7.5 Carat Emerald and Round Cut Diamond 14k White Gold Band Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This magnificent and substantial men's band ring features an impressive 7.5 total carats of fine diamonds, expertly crafted in luminous 14k white gold. The design showcases a sophist...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
RUCHI Emerald and Asher-Cut Diamond Illusion Yellow Gold Ring
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold Diamond: 1.50ct total weight Diamonds are G-H/VS.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 5 Carat Fancy Cut Amethyst Turquoise and Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Amethyst Turquoise and Diamond Gold Vintage Ring. Centering a Hand set securely nestled 5 Carat Fancy Cut Amethyst. Accented by Turquoise and Diamon...
Amethyst, Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Artisan Pear Cut Emerald And Diamond Bypass Ring 18K White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
This elegant bypass ring by Artisan features two pear-cut emeralds totaling 1.98ct, accented by 0.42ct of sparkling diamonds, all set in 3.910g of 18K white gold. Its open swirl desi...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Steven Battelle 4.0 Carats Rough Rose-Cut Diamond 18K/Sterling Silver Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A mix of four brownish, blackish, grayish, and yellowish rose cut diamonds from 3 x 4 mm to 7 x 8 mm in size is arraigned on a cushion shaped top of a wide sterling silver shank and ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
RUCHI Rose-Cut Diamond White Gold Geometric Flexible Cocktail Ring
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold. RCD- 4.36 cts All Diamonds are G-H/SI
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$872Sale Price / item|20% Off
Baguette Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring in 14K Yellow Gold with Pave Diamond
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This ring features a prong set baguette cut diamond at its center, surrounded by a shimmering round halo of pave set brilliant diamonds. The slender 14K yellow gold band is adorned w...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Men’s Baguette and Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Gold Vintage Dome Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Handsome High Quality Gent’s Diamond Gold Ring. Securely Pave Hand set with 6.00tcw Baguette & Round Brilliant Cut Pave Diamonds. Hand crafted 14K Yellow Gold mounting. Ring size 10,...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified Cocktail Ring with Natural Fancy Color Rose-Cut Diamonds 18K Gold
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A celebration of light, color, and craftsmanship, this certified cocktail ring showcases the extraordinary beauty of natural Fancy Color Rose-cut diamonds set in luxurious 18K gold. ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold
HRD Certified Rare Flanders-Cut Diamonds Eternity Band Ring White Gold
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The HRD Certified Rare Flanders-Cut Diamonds Eternity Band Ring 18 Karat White Gold is an exquisite piece of jewelry designed to symbolize everlasting love and commitment. Crafted wi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Whimsical Mixed Cut Multi Gemstone Statement Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 7 Exuding vibrant charm and contemporary elegance, this multi-colored gemstone cocktail ring is a true statement piece. Set in gleaming 18 karat white gold, it showcases ...
Sapphire, Multi-gemstone, Blue Sapphire, Quartz, Peridot, White Diamond,...
Vintage Art Deco 18KT Gold & Rose-Cut Diamond Statement Shield Ring
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with this architectural masterpiece. This striking statement ring features a bold, rectangular shield design crafted in luminous 18KT gold. Its intric...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow 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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