Double Diamond Bezel Statement Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
0.80 carat total weight natural round cut diamond double bezel set ring in 18K yellow gold. Production Time: 7-10 days. Item rendered in ring size 6.5, adjustable upon request. Thi...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Pave Double Finger Knuckle 14K Rose White Gold Statement Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Elegant and Modern. Set with Round Brilliant-Cut Diamonds. Accented by Rose Gold Detailing and White Gold. 14K Rose & White Gold 0.82 CTW Diamonds
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
11.33 Carat Boho Inspired Colombian Emerald Round Bezel Statement Ring 18K
Located in Jupiter, FL
An exquisite Colombian emerald solitaire cocktail ring. Inspired by elaborate contemporary art, this piece shows how elegant simple can be. A large 11.33-carat, earth mined, round Co...
Emerald, 18k Gold
Emerald Halo Diamond 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Statement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Emerald Halo Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Statement Ring showcases a breathtaking emerald center stone, crowned by fancy diamonds in a classic 14K yellow gold setting. The perfect ble...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.65ct Oval Fancy Pink (Treated Color) In 18k White Gold Statement Ring
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Natural diamond (earth-mined), certified by GIA/IGI – color permanently enhanced by the HPHT process; not a laboratory-grown diamond. The diamond in this jewelry piece is a natural ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$768Sale Price|20% Off
Fine Natural Diamond Pear Halo Ring: Solid 14K Gold – Elegant Statement Jewelry
Located in Columbus, OH
This pear-shaped halo diamond ring in solid 14K yellow gold features a striking hollow center for a fresh, unique look. Elegant and radiant, it’s a gorgeous piece that combines class...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,408Sale Price / set|20% Off
1.64 Ct Natural Pear Oval Diamond Halo Statement Ring Set, 18K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
"This ring is built around a marquise diamond halo statement ring composition, set with 1.64 carats of natural diamonds. The marquise stones are arranged to create movement and propo...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,788Sale Price / item|20% Off
1.92 Ct Natural Round & Pear Diamond Multi-Row Statement Ring, 18K White Gol
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
"This ring is built around a diamond multi-row statement ring composition, set with 1.92 carats of natural diamonds. The round, marquise stones are arranged to create movement and pr...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.10 Ct. Marquise Cut Diamond Cluster Statement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Deira, AE
A captivating display of brilliance and elegance, this stunning diamond ring showcases a graceful arrangement of marquise-cut natural diamonds accented by round diamonds along the ba...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Statement Crossover Band 14K (18k upon request) White Gold Diamond Layered Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Baguette Diamond Crystal Open Wrap Ring is a dazzling masterpiece crafted in 14K white gold. Featuring 0.99 carats of baguette diamonds and 0.76 carats of full-cut diamonds, this...
14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 3.5 Carat Yellow Sapphire GIA and Diamond Gold Statement Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Yellow Sapphire GIA and Diamond Gold Show Stopper Ring. Centering a securely nestled 3.50 Carat diffused Yellow Sapphire GIA. Surrounded by Diamond...
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold 3.51-Carat Mixed-Cut Diamond Statement Cocktail Ring
Located in Deira, AE
Ideal as a luxury cocktail ring, modern bridal statement ring, anniversary gift, or collector investment piece, this extraordinary design appeals to buyers seeking exceptional crafts...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Square Emerald Diamond Halo Statement Unique Luxury Vintage Yellow Gold Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Square Emerald Diamond Halo Statement Unique Luxury Vintage Yellow Gold Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold Genuine Emerald & Natural Diamonds 14.00 CT Emerald Square Shape 2.00 CTW Diamonds ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Silvorra Emerald and Diamond Halo Signet Style Statement Ring in Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
This bold emerald and diamond ring is crafted in 925 sterling silver, featuring a richly hued oval cut emerald measuring approximately 4 x 6 mm at the center. Accented by sparkling w...
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
Spectrum 18K White Gold Marquise and Emerald-Cut Diamond Cluster Statement Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Captivate with the Spectrum Diamond Cluster Statement Ring, a masterclass in modern, high-impact jewelry design.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Spectrum 14K White Gold Marquise and Emerald-Cut Diamond Cluster Statement Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Captivate with the Spectrum Diamond Cluster Statement Ring, a masterclass in modern, high-impact jewelry design.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Fascinating Solid 18k White Gold Diamond and Emerald Statement Flower Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Emerald and Diamond Flower Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural emerald of 1.63 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style, every occasion or any outfit. Emerald enha...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold Oval Black and White Diamond Yin Yang Statement Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
Achieve perfect harmony with this Black and White Diamond Yin Yang Statement Ring. Meticulously crafted in polished 14K white gold, this piece features the ancient symbol of balance ...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Oval Black and White Diamond Yin Yang Statement Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
Achieve perfect harmony with this Black and White Diamond Yin Yang Statement Ring. Meticulously crafted in polished 14K yellow gold, this piece features the ancient symbol of balance...
Black Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
0.82 tcw Kite Shape Natural Diamond in 18k White Gold Statement Ring
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
A beautiful white gold kite shape diamond ring with a total carat weight of 0.82 carat. This beautiful ring is 100% unique and a luxury high-end ring. Specifications: Main stone: Ki...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Movado 2000's Diamond Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Contemporary Statement Ring
By Movado
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a mounted round pearl measuring 6.5 mm round - white with strong iridescence Flanked by rows of round brilliant cut diamonds bead set down shoulders Weighing approximately ...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natkina Rococo Baroque Style White Diamond Precious Yellow Gold Statement Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring Yellow Gold 14 K Diamond 438-RND57-1,34-4/5A Weight 8,18 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewellery brand, which cr...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,072Sale Price|20% Off
3.7cts Boulder Opal Statement Ring with Natural Diamonds Accents: Solid 14k Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
3.7cts boulder opal statement ring showcasing vibrant natural play-of-color with diamond accents. Set in solid 14k gold for a bold, one-of-a-kind luxury finish. boulder opal chaos—p...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
4.90 Carat Oval Red Andesine Feldspar and Diamond Gold Statement Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Finely detailed Large Oval 4.90 Carat Red Andesine Feldspar and Diamond Solitaire Statement Gold Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely nestled 4.90 Carat Oval Red Andesine Feldspar, in...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Spectrum 18K Solid White Gold 0.67-Carat Diamond Cluster Halo Statement Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Make a brilliant statement with the Spectrum Diamond Cluster Halo Ring.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,435Sale Price|20% Off
2.6ct Statement Tanzanite Ring with Natural Diamond Halo: Solid 14K Gold, 9x7mm
Located in Columbus, OH
Elevate your style with this stunning 2.65ct Tanzanite Ring. Handcrafted in Solid 14k White Gold, this ring features a beautiful 9x7mm Tanzanite stone and sparkling Earth Mined Diamo...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
7.40ct 18K Huge Asscher Spring Green Colombian Emerald Solitaire Statement Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
A simple, yet dramatic solitaire emerald ring. This gorgeous piece showcases a very large 7.40-carat, natural Colombian emerald in the cut of an asscher. With a gemstone this size, i...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Spectrum 14K White Gold Pear and Marquise-Cut Diamond Cluster Statement Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Its unique, organic design makes it a standout choice for those who appreciate fine jewelry that balances nature-inspired beauty with modern, high-end craftsmanship. Design Style: ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Spectrum 18K White Gold Pear and Marquise-Cut Diamond Cluster Statement Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Its unique, organic design makes it a standout choice for those who appreciate fine jewelry that balances nature-inspired beauty with modern, high-end craftsmanship. Design Style: ...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
White Brilliant Cut Diamond Wave Spiral Swirl 14K White Gold Statement Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
A testament to craftsmanship, this ring embodies sophistication and modern artistry, making it a perfect statement piece for any occasion. 0.70 ctw G/VS Diamonds
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Statement Blue Sapphire Cocktail Ring With Diamonds in 14K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Blue Sapphire ring in 14K Gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you in learning and spiritual healing. Designed with sapphires in center and halo of diamonds...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
1.5 Carat Sapphire & Ruby with Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Crossover Statement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
With its sleek curves and elegant setting, the ring showcases exceptional craftsmanship that merges vintage charm with modern aesthetics.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Citrine Orange Rectangular Cut Statement Ring in 18Kt Yellow Gold with Diamonds
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
The central stone is a rare orange Citrine 22.6 ct rectangular cut, In the two edges of the stone, two bars with diamonds brilliant cut in surface prong setting, give an extra glam t...
Diamond, White Diamond, Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
From $2,630Sale Price / item|20% Off
Spectrum 10K White Gold Emerald-Cut Natural Emerald and Diamond Statement Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Make a striking statement with the Spectrum Emerald and Diamond Ring.
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 10k Gold, Gold
From $2,020Sale Price / item|20% Off
Spectrum 10K White Gold Natural Emerald and Double-Halo Diamond Statement Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Make an unforgettable statement with the Spectrum Emerald and Diamond Double-Halo Ring.
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
18k Yellow Gold Statement Ring With 1.00 Carat Radiant Cut Natural Diamond
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
This 18K Yellow Gold men’s ring showcases fine craftsmanship and precision-set diamonds, combining classic design with certified quality. Specifications: • Center Stone: 1ct Radian...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chic and Stylish Baguette Blue Sapphire White Diamond Gold Statement Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Designed to be function and easy to wear during day and night, this pair is a timeless investment into your jewellery collection. It is designed using the most sophisticated jewell...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
Vivid Marquise Cut Ruby (GIA) and Round Diamond Halo Statement Ring in Platinum
Located in Chicago, IL
This striking cocktail ring showcases an exquisite, vivid marquise-cut ruby weighing 2.09 carats, nestled securely within a partial horizontal halo of 16 brilliant round-cut diamonds...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$3,622Sale Price / item|20% Off
Spectrum 14k White Gold Multi-Row Marquise-Cut Diamond Cluster Statement Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Make a bold statement with the Spectrum Multi-Row Diamond Cluster Ring.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$3,501Sale Price / item|20% Off
Spectrum 18K White Gold Emerald-Cut Natural Emerald and Diamond Statement Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Its classic, high-impact design makes it a quintessential choice for those who appreciate heritage-inspired luxury that balances elegance with masterful modern craftsmanship. Desig...
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage 1.44 Carat Oval Cut Emerald in 14K Gold Textured Statement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 1.44 Carat Oval Cut Natural Emerald in 14K Yellow Gold Textured Statement Ring, size 8. Details: Item Type: Statement Ring Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Size: 8 (Adjustable) Weigh...
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dual Floral Teardrop 14K (or 18k request) Yellow Gold Sapphire Statement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Dual Floral Teardrop 14K Yellow Gold Sapphire Statement Ring captivates with its blend of elegance and charm.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1.45tcw 14K Natural Emerald Cabochon Oval Cut & Diamond Halo Statement Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
A beautiful, emerald cabochon and diamond accent ring. The center gemstone features a lovely 1.30-carat, natural emerald cabochon cut in an oval shape. Carefully bezel set, with pave...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
White Diamond Intertwining Layer Wave Lines 14K White Gold Statement Full Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
The intricate crisscross pattern adds depth and dimension, making it a versatile statement piece for any occasion. A testament to modern craftsmanship, this ring embodies both luxury...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,216Sale Price / item|20% Off
Spectrum 14K White Gold 1.33-Carat Pear-Cut Diamond Open Statement Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Make a sophisticated statement with the Spectrum Pear-Cut Diamond Open Statement Ring.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
3.36tcw 14K Natural Emerald-Oval Shape Cabochon & Diamond Accent Statement Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Featured is a lovely emerald cabochon & diamond ring. The center stone carries a 3.33-carat, natural emerald cabochon, displaying a gorgeous green color and very good luster. Accente...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.31tcw 14K Natural Emerald-Emerald Cut & Diamond Accent Men's Statement Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Featured is a stunning natural emerald and diamond accent men's ring. The center stone carries a full 3.25-carat, natural Zambian emerald with remarkable qualities. Prong set in a ex...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
7.90 Carat GIA Emerald Diamond Gold Statement Ring Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Finely detailed 7.90 Carat Emerald Ring, surrounded by and accented on shoulders with a total of 56 round cut diamonds, weighing approx 0.80ct; clarity SI1; color H/I; GIA ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
From $3,640 / item
Spectrum 18K White Gold Oval-Cut Natural Ruby and Diamond Statement Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Make an unforgettable impression with the Spectrum Ruby and Diamond Statement Ring. This refined design is centered on a substantial 3.07-carat oval-cut natural ruby, admired for its...
Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
10K Yellow Gold Over Sterling Silver 1.0 Ctw Diamond Knot Channel Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous ribbon style knot statement ring is crafted in 10 karat yellow gold flashed 92.5% sterling silver. Natural, earth mined diamonds cut into round and baguette shapes are ...
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate, 10k Gold
1.61 Ct Natural Diamond Pear & Marquise Statement Ring 18K White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, 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. This crown-inspired desi...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960's Transitional Cut Diamond Floral Statement Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Exquisite sculptural, abstract floral design ring with a transitional diamond in the center. The craftsmanship and attention to detail is superb and feels so hefty and solid on the h...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Spectrum 18K White Gold 1.81-Carat Marquise-Cut Diamond Leafy Statement Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Make a sophisticated and organic statement with the Spectrum Marquise-Cut Diamond Leafy Statement Ring. This elegant design beautifully showcases a series of expertly set marquise-cu...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,800Sale Price / item|20% Off
Spectrum 14K White Gold 1.81-Carat Marquise-Cut Diamond Leafy Statement Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Make a sophisticated and organic statement with the Spectrum Marquise-Cut Diamond Leafy Statement Ring. This elegant design beautifully showcases a series of expertly set marquise-cu...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.0 Ct Natural Diamond HI VS Geometric Gold Band 18K Yellow Gold Unique Band
Located in Jaipur, IN
Crafted in luxurious 18K Yellow Gold, this modern statement ring combines clean lines, asymmetrical elegance, and sophisticated craftsmanship, making it an exceptional alternative en...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
1.5 Carat Sapphire & Ruby with Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Crossover Statement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
With its sleek curves and elegant setting, the ring showcases exceptional craftsmanship that merges vintage charm with modern aesthetics.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,334Sale Price / item|20% Off
Spectrum 14K White Gold Emerald-Cut Emerald and Diamond Halo Statement Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Make a refined statement with the Spectrum Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring. This exquisite piece centers on a vibrant 1.64-carat emerald-cut emerald, celebrated for its rich, verdant c...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Spectrum 14K White Gold Emerald-Cut Emerald and Diamond Halo Statement Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Make an unforgettable impression with the Spectrum Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring. This extraordinary statement piece is anchored by a magnificent 5.55-carat emerald-cut emerald, admi...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
18kt Pink Gold Diamond statement Ring - 1.01 ct HRD Central Stones (2.30 ctw)
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
An elegant and gorgeous statement piece of modern luxury. This spectacular ring is masterfully crafted from solid 18kt pink gold, featuring a striking multi-band wave design.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
0.98tcw 14K Colombian Emerald-Oval Cut & Diamond Accent Gold Statement Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
A stunning, natural Colombian emerald and diamond ring. The center stone features a 0.88-carat Colombian emerald that displays a vivacious, medium-dark green color, with excellent to...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Rooted in centuries of history of adornment dating back to the ancient world, modern jewelry reimagines traditional techniques, forms and materials for expressive new pieces. As opposed to contemporary jewelry, which responds to the moment in which it was created, modern jewelry often describes designs from the 20th to 21st centuries that reflect movements and trends in visual culture.
Modern jewelry emerged from the 19th-century shift away from jewelry indicating rank or social status. The Industrial Revolution allowed machine-made jewelry using electric gold plating, metal alloys and imitation stones, making beautiful jewelry widely accessible. Although mass production deemphasized the materials of the jewelry, the vision of the designer remained important, something that would be furthered in the 1960s with what’s known as the “critique of preciousness.”
A design fair called the “Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes” brought global attention to the Art Deco style in 1925 and gathered a mix of jewelry artists alongside master jewelers like Van Cleef & Arpels, Mauboussin and Boucheron. Art Deco designs from Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels unconventionally mixed gemstones like placing rock crystals next to diamonds while borrowing motifs from eclectic sources including Asian lacquer and Persian carpets. Among Cartier’s foremost design preoccupations at the time were high-contrast color combinations and crisp, geometric forms and patterns. In the early 20th century, modernist jewelers like Margaret De Patta and artists such as Alexander Calder — who is better known for his kinetic sculptures than his provocative jewelry — explored sculptural metalwork in which geometric shapes and lines were preferred over elaborate ornamentation.
Many of the innovations in modern jewelry were propelled by women designers such as Wendy Ramshaw, who used paper to craft her accessories in the 1960s. During the 1970s, Elsa Peretti created day-to-night pieces for Tiffany & Co. while designers like Lea Stein experimented with layering plastic, a material that had been employed in jewelry since the mid-19th century and had expanded into Bakelite, acrylics and other unique materials.
Find a collection of modern watches, bracelets, engagement rings, necklaces, earrings and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
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 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.