$8,187Sale Price|30% Off
Black Opal Gold Diamond Ring Australian Gemstone Engagement ring
Located in Berlin, DE
14K gold ring with Black opal and diamonds opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.079 х 0.16 х 0.28 in / 2 х 4 х 7 mm opal weight - 0.71 carats ring size - 7 US ring weight ...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
$1,888Sale Price|20% Off
Modern 18K White Gold with Natural Opals & Diamond Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
The contrast between the soft, iridescent glow of the opals and the sharp, fiery brilliance of the diamond borders highlights the exceptional Italian-crafted architecture of the ring.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold 2.07ct Opal Double Halo Cocktail Ring with Diamonds
Located in Chicago, IL
The central gemstone is elegantly framed by a stunning double halo and a diamond-encrusted split-shank band. 1 opal gemstone weighing approximately 2.07 carats 100 round diamonds w...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Zorab 18kt Rose Gold Ring with 22.35ct, Oval Cabochon Opal & .72ct, Diamond Ring
By Zorab Creation
Located in New York, NY
The ring is stamped Zorab 750. Total Opal weight 22.35cts and measures about 1'' x 3/4'' Total Diamond weight 0.72 cts Ring size 8 - can be sized
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$8,187Sale Price|30% Off
Black Opal Gold Diamond Ring Australian Gemstone Engagement Ring
Located in Berlin, DE
14K gold ring with Black opal and diamonds opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.079 х 0.16 х 0.28 in / 2 х 4 х 7 mm opal weight - 0.71 carats ring size - 7 US (this ring m...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
14k White Gold Flower Ring with Opal and Diamonds, Size 6.75
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold ring in the shape of a flower set with opal and old mine and single cut diamonds - ring size US 6.75 - EU 17.25 (54) Detailed description: the top of the ring is bla...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold Ring with Australian Opals Lapis and Diamonds. (Size 11.00)
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
18K Yellow Gold Ring with Australian Opals Lapis and Diamonds. (Size 11.00) New Gender: Ladies.
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
Sunita Nahata Opal, Spessarite, Tourmaline 7.15ct. Ring in 18KYG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Opal, Spessarite, Tsavorite Fancy Ring in 18KYG with Diamond.
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Tourmaline, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yel...
Sunita Nahata Opal, Tsavorite, Tourmaline 5.50ct. Ring in 18KYG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Opal, Tsavorite, Pink Tourmaline Fancy Ring in 18KYG with Diamond.
Tsavorite, Tourmaline, Opal, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Go...
Natural Opal Diamond Statement Ring with Filigree in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Discover the beauty of this Opal Statement Ring, featuring luminous natural opals, sparkling diamonds, and intricate filigree openwork.
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Black Opal Stone 1.06 cts in Platinum Ring with Diamonds with GIA Report
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Perfect for someone seeking an elegant and distinctive jewelry piece with natural opal allure. Ring Overview SKU 6030 Center Stone Black Opal Side Stones Diamonds Metal Type Platinu...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Sunita Nahata Opal, Tsavorite, Tourmaline 5.45ct. Ring in 18KYG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Opal, Tsavorite, Pink Tourmaline Fancy Ring in 18KYG with Diamond.
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Tourmaline, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yel...
10.08 Carat Black Opal with Baguette and Round Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
10.08 Carat Black Oval Cabochon Cut Opal with Baguette and Round Cut Diamond on 18k White Gold Ring.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,151Sale Price|20% Off
Ring in Rose Gold with 1 Black Opal Oval and 38 Diamonds
By Thomas Leyser
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
This 18k rose gold (15.30g) ring is set with 1x fine Black Opal in magnificient firework colour (cabouchon cut, 18x10mm, 6.21ct) + 38x Diamonds (pavé, 1mm G/VS) Ringsize: 6 3/4
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Rose Gold
Opal with Brown Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Opal 3.70 carats with Brown Diamond 0.83 carats Ring set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 1.5 cm Length: 1.8 cm Ring Size: 53 "Since we first opened doors in 1980 our store was t...
Brown Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Exquisite Opal Ring with 0.80ct Side Diamonds in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Accentuating the opal are 80 side stones, round brilliant natural diamonds, with a combined carat weight of 0.80 carats.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold Ring with Australian Opals Tanzanite and Diamonds. (Size 6.00)
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
18K Yellow Gold Ring with Australian Opals Tanzanite and Diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, Tanzanite, Yellow Gold
5.1Ct Ethiopian Opal Cabochon Ring with Natural Diamond Accents: Solid 14K Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
A joyful, one-of-a-kind ring, as no two opals are alike. "A fiery Ethiopian opal cabochon with diamonds in 14K gold."
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Australian Boulder Opal with Diamonds Designer Ring 18K Gold Platinum V1107
Located in Osprey, FL
This stunning Australian Boulder Opal Ring is made from 18K Gold and Platinum and is a statement-making piece of jewelry.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum
Sunita Nahata Opal, Tsavorite & Tourmaline 4.68ct. Ring in 18KYG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Sunita Nahata Opal, Tsavorite & Tourmaline Fancy Ring in 18KYG with Diamond.
Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Opal, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yel...
18K White Gold Cocktail Ring with 14.70 CTW in Opal, Diamond & Ruby
Located in Aventura, FL
SPECIFICATIONS: Metal: 18K White Gold Stones: Natural Opal, Natural Rubies & Natural Diamonds Ring Size: 7 1/4 (sizable) Ring Width: 1.10 inches (27.9 mm) Total weight: 13.3 grams /...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Full Fire Australian Opal with Diamond Halo Platinum Engagement Ring 7g V1159
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ Full of Fire Australian Opal with Diamond Halo Platinum Engagement Ring 7g V1159 ♥ This is a gorgeous ring set with a beautiful Australian opal in the center, surrounded by 0.43ctw...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
18K White Gold Heart Cocktail Ring with 11.50 CTW in Opal & Diamond
Located in Aventura, FL
SPECIFICATIONS: Metal: 18K White Gold Stones: Natural Opal & Natural Diamonds Ring Size: 6 1/2 (sizable) Ring Width: 0.90 inches (22.9 mm) Total weight: 7.6 grams / 4.9 dwt Stamped:...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
ART DECO 1930 Cocktail Ring in Platinum with 6.12cts Australian Opal & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco ring with Australian opal. Exceptionally beautiful ring, created during the iconic period of the art deco, back in the 1930.
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Opal Ring With Kyanite 10.4 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Kyanite: 7.44 Carats Opal: 2.62 Carats Diamond: 0.42 Carats Metal: Sterling Silver Ring Size: 7.25 ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Kyanite, Silver, Sterling Silver
Sunita Nahata Ethiopian Opal 4.51ct. Fancy Ring in 18KYG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Sunita Nahata presents a stunning Ethiopian opal cabochon ring, adorned with white diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sunita Nahata Opal & Tsavorite 4.31ct. Fancy Ring in 18KYG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Opal & Tsavorite Fancy Ring in 18KYG with Diamond.
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sunita Nahata Ethiopian Opal 1.91ct. Fancy Ring in 18KYG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Sunita Nahata presents a stunning Ethiopian opal cabochon ring, adorned with white diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Arunashi 18KT White Gold, 10.11Ct. Cabochon Emerald Ring with Opals & Diamonds
By Arunashi
Located in New York, NY
The center stone and shank are further highlighted with micro pave set diamonds. Cabochon Emerald = 10.11 carats 8 Oval Opals = 6.60 carats Diamonds = 0.95 carats Finger size 6.25 ca...
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Opal with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold Setting
Located in Bangkok, TH
Opal 3.06 carats with Diamond 0.53 carat Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 1.5 cm Length: 1.8 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 8.51 grams "We first opened doors in 19...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ethiopian Opal Cabochon Ring with Diamond Accents: Solid 14K Gold, Oval 7x5mm
Located in Columbus, OH
A natural Ethiopian opal glows with rainbow play-of-color atop warm rose gold in this cabochon ring, finished with brilliant diamond accents.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
18k Rose Gold Ring with Opal Stone and Round Cut Diamonds
By Amwaj Jewellery
Located in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
Surrounding the opal are delicate round cut diamonds, adding a touch of sparkle that enhances the celestial allure of the ring.
Diamond, Opal, Rose Gold
Sunita Nahata Ethiopian Opal 6.20ct. Ring in 18KYG with Tsavorite & Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Sunita Nahata presents a stunning Ethiopian opal cabochon ring, adorned with tsavorite and white diamonds.
White Diamond, Opal, Diamond, Tsavorite, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Sunita Nahata Opal & Tsavorite 3.49ct. Fancy Ring in 14KYG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A perfect statement piece that blends elegance with a touch of bold color. Opal & Tsavorite Fancy Ring in 14KYG with Diamond.
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Tsavorite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Classic Ethiopian Opal with Diamond Accents 14k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
The 14K Yellow Gold jewelry boasts with Oval-cab Ethiopian Opal (1 pcs) 0.49 carat and Natural Round-cut white Diamond (70 Pcs) 0.36 Carat accent stones for a lovely design.
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Rose Gold Ring with Opal Stone and Round Cut Diamonds
By Amwaj Jewellery
Located in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
Surrounding the opals are round-cut diamonds in a delicate pavé setting, adding a touch of brilliance.
Diamond, Opal, Rose Gold
6.7Ct Ethiopian Opal Ring with Natural Diamond Halo: Solid 14K Gold, 15x12mm
Located in Columbus, OH
"A flash of fire and color—this 6.7Ct Ethiopian opal halo ring is pure magic set in 14K gold." Specifications: Item Type: Ring Center Stone: Ethiopian Opal Treatment: None Weight: ...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.3Ct Black Opal Ring with Natural Diamond Accents: Solid 14K Gold, 13x10.5mm
Located in Columbus, OH
A 3.3Ct black opal throwing every color it’s got — subtlety was never invited. ✨ Specifications: Item Type: Ring Center Stone: Black Opal Treatment: Impregnated Weight: 3.35cts ...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
5.3Ct Opal Ring with Natural Diamond Accents: Solid 14K Gold, Oval cut 14x10mm
Located in Columbus, OH
A 5.3Ct opal flashing every color in the room — because one color was never going to be enough. ✨ Specifications: Item Type: Ring Center Stone: Ethiopian Opal Treatment: Impregnate...
Diamond, Opal
$566Sale Price / item|50% Off
14k gold ring with opal cabochon: Crescent Moon Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Crescent Moon Ring Opal. Half moon opal ring. 14 kt solid gold ring with opal cabochon.
Opal, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Pradera Jewels 18K Gold & Silver Ring with Diamonds Emeralds Opal & Sapphire
By Pradera Irama
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Ring in 18-karat gold with a total weight of 2.05 g, silver 5.12 g, 86 diamonds 0.65 ct, opal 5.11 ct, sapphires and emeralds 7.97 ct PRADERA is a second generation of a family run...
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
18K Gold Statement Ring with Natural Opal Ruby and Diamond, featuring Pear
Located in Jupiter, FL
Introducing our exquisite Natural Opal, Ruby, and Diamond Statement Ring, a testament to unparalleled beauty and craftsmanship.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold
3.8Ct Black Opal Ring with Natural Diamond & Tsavorite Accents: Solid 14K Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
Specifications: Item Type: Ring Center Stone: Ethiopian Black Opal Treatment: Impregnated Weight: 3.87cts Head Size: 15x10mm Shape: Oval Hardness: 5.5-6.5 Country of Origin: Ethio...
Black Opal, Tsavorite, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
2.4cts Ethiopian Opal Ring with Natural Diamonds Accents: Solid 14K Gold, 11x9mm
Located in Columbus, OH
2.4‑ct Ethiopian opal ring set in solid 14K gold, with natural diamond accent stones framing an 11 × 9 mm oval opal — a vibrant, elegant piece that combines fiery play‑of‑color with ...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sunita Nahata Turquoise 3.13ct. Fancy Ring in 18KYG with Opal & Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Turquoise Fancy Ring in 18Karat Yellow Gold with Opal, and White Diamond.
White Diamond, Opal, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.2cts Black Opal Ring with Natural Diamonds Accents: Solid 14K Gold, 16.5x8mm
Located in Columbus, OH
Black opal in solid 14K gold with diamond accents — louder than your excuses and twice as unforgettable. 💎🔥 Specifications: Item Type: Ring Center Stone: Black Opal Treatment: I...
Diamond, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
6.8 carats Australian Opal ''Head Turner'' 18K Ring With Diamond and Sapphire
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
Experience the epitome of elegance with this breathtaking 6.8-carat Australian Opal "Head Turner" ring, a true masterpiece of artistry and luxury.
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Asymmetric Open Bypass Ruby & Opal Ring in 14K Rose Gold with Diamonds
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K rose gold fashion ring with one oval opal weighing 0.31 carats, one round faceted ruby weighing 0.17 carats, and 44 round faceted diamonds weighing 0.23 carats total.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
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.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat White Gold Black Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The exquisite black opal ring, adorned with shimmering diamonds, captivates with its mysterious beauty, casting a spell of elegance and intrigue.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in Bradenton, FL
Beautiful 14k yellow gold opal encircled with diamonds ring. 7.15 Grams TW.
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Opal with Brown Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Opal 10.68 carats with Brown Diamond 1.46 carats Ring set in 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings Width: 2.2 cm Length: 3.0 cm Ring Size: 54 Total Weight: 17.59 grams "We first opened doo...
Brown Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Opal with Brown Diamond Ring set in 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Opal 6.12 carats with Brown Diamond 0.87 carats Ring set in 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings Width: 1.9 cm Length: 1.6 cm Ring Size: 51 "Since we first opened doors in 1980 our store w...
Brown Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Opal with Brown Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Opal 2.34 carats with Brown Diamond 0.46 carat Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 1.3 cm Length: 1.8 cm Ring Size: 53 "Since we first opened doors in 1980 our store w...
Brown Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Opal with Brown Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Opal 3.33 carats with Brown Diamond 0.82 carat Ring set in 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings Width: 1.4 cm Length: 1.8 cm Ring Size: 52 "Since we first opened doors in 1980 our store wa...
Brown Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
7.5Ct Black Opal Ring with Natural Diamond Accents: Solid 14K Gold, 19x12.5mm
Located in Columbus, OH
Not just a ring—it's a whole mood with attitude. Specifications: Item Type: Ring Center Stone: Black Opal Treatment: Impregnated Weight: 7.55cts Head Size: 19x12.5mm Shape: Pear...
Diamond, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA 7.53ct Black Opal Diamond Platinum Oval Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This GIA Natural Black Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring with a total weight of 11.18 grams.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
RUCHI Ethiopian Opal & Lapis with Diamond Trim White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Opal: 11.13 Cts Lapis: 26.21 Cts Diamonds: 0.20 Cts All Diamonds are G-H/SI
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sunita Nahata Opal 5.63ct. Cocktail Ring in 18KRG with Gemstones & Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Opal Fancy Ring in 18Karat Rose Gold with Pink Tourmaline, London Blue Topaz, Tsavorite and White Diamond.
White Diamond, Tourmaline, Tsavorite, Blue Topaz, Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18K Gold & Patinated Silver Ring with Natural Black Opal and Anthracite Diamonds
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Opal Origin: Australia Opal Size: 7 × 9 mm Opal Weight: 0.88 carats Diamonds: Anthracite, round cut Metal: 18K Yellow Gold & Patinated Silver Ring Size: 7.25 US / 55 EU / O½ UK /...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling...
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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