4.41 cts Certified Muzo Oval Emerald & Cadillac Diamond Three-stone Halo Ring
By Leibish and Co. USA Inc
Located in New York, NY
A classic three-stone ring, featuring a Muzo emerald, a pair of Cadillacs and colorless round brilliant diamonds on the halo and shank. Available in platinum.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Oval Green Emerald and Diamond Halo Rolex Shoulders Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Ring Size: 8.75 Total Weight: 7.1 Grams Diamond Count: 12 brilliant cut Diamond Carat Weight: 0.12 Diamond Color: H-J Diamond Clar...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,512Sale Price / item|20% Off
Statement Oval Emerald & Diamond Cluster Halo Engagement Ring in 14K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This cluster halo ring features a 0.86 carat oval-cut emerald set in 14k yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Silvorra Retro Oval Cut Cabochon Emerald Ring with Halo Diamonds in Silver
Located in New York, NY
This elegant ring features a vivid oval emerald totaling 5.2 carats, surrounded by a bezel set center with a sparkling diamond halo in 925 sterling silver.
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Style Green Emerald Diamond Halo Ring in Platinum Oval & Baguette Cut
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Crafted in platinum, this luxurious Art Deco style dress ring features an oval shaped rich green natural emerald, claw set to a halo of twenty-two brilliant cut diamonds, and two mor...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
10K White Gold 5X3MM Oval Green Emerald and Diamond Accent Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Encircling this gem, a halo of natural diamonds sparkles brilliantly, their I-J color and I1-I2 clarity complementing the emerald's verdant tones.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold
10K White Gold 5X3MM Oval Green Emerald and Diamond Accent Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Encircling this gem, a halo of natural diamonds sparkles brilliantly, their I-J color and I1-I2 clarity complementing the emerald's verdant tones.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold
10K White Gold 5X3MM Oval Green Emerald and Diamond Accent Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Encircling this gem, a halo of natural diamonds sparkles brilliantly, their I-J color and I1-I2 clarity complementing the emerald's verdant tones.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold
10K White Gold 5X3MM Oval Green Emerald and Diamond Accent Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Encircling this gem, a halo of natural diamonds sparkles brilliantly, their I-J color and I1-I2 clarity complementing the emerald's verdant tones.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold
10K White Gold 5X3MM Oval Green Emerald and Diamond Accent Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Encircling this gem, a halo of natural diamonds sparkles brilliantly, their I-J color and I1-I2 clarity complementing the emerald's verdant tones.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold
10K White Gold 5X3MM Oval Green Emerald and Diamond Accent Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Encircling this gem, a halo of natural diamonds sparkles brilliantly, their I-J color and I1-I2 clarity complementing the emerald's verdant tones.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold
10K White Gold 5X3MM Oval Green Emerald and Diamond Accent Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Encircling this gem, a halo of natural diamonds sparkles brilliantly, their I-J color and I1-I2 clarity complementing the emerald's verdant tones.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold
2.36 Carat Zambian Oval Natural Emerald & Diamond Halo Ring in 18K White Gold
By Brij Nivesh
Located in Pembroke Pines, FL
A breathtaking display of classic elegance and modern refinement, this exquisite ring features a vibrant oval-cut natural emerald set at the center of a shimmering diamond halo.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Vintage-Inspired Oval Emerald & Diamond Halo Signet Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This vintage-inspired signet ring features a 0.94 carat natural oval emerald, set in 14K yellow gold.
Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
$2,880Sale Price / item|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold 3.27ct Oval Emerald & Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring, Vintage Style
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This vintage-style cocktail ring features a striking 3.27-carat oval-cut emerald, set in 14K yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.20tcw 14K Natural Emerald Oval Cut & Diamond Halo White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
This is an exquisite, Zambian emerald and diamond halo ring. The gorgeous setting lets sit an excellent quality emerald with beautiful color and very good eye clarity.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.72tcw 14K Colombian Emerald-Oval Cut & Diamond Halo Engagement White Gold Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
This is an exquisite, Colombian emerald and diamond halo ring. The gorgeous setting lets sit an excellent quality Colombian emerald with beautiful color and very good eye clarity.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
6x8mm Oval Cut Natural Emerald & 1 Ct Natural Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
6x8mm Oval Cut Natural Emerald & 1 Ct Natural Diamond Halo Engagement Ring size 4.5 in 14 K white Gold Introducing a truly stunning piece, behold the 1.25 Carat Oval Natural Zambian ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
4.20tcw 14K Natural Emerald-Oval Cut & Diamond Double Halo Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Featured is a stunning emerald and diamond ring. The center gemstone showcases a beautiful 3.80-carat, natural oval cut emerald from the origin of Zambia.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.00 Carat Oval Zambian Emerald Double Halo Diamond Ring in Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
This striking luxury ring features a vibrant 2.00 carat oval-cut Zambian emerald (F2 clarity), GIA certified, set at the center of an intricate double halo design that amplifies its ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
From $11,274 / item
12.52Ctw Natural Oval Emerald Two Tier Diamond Halo Ring 14K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
An exceptional 12.52 total carat weight oval emerald commands this two-tier diamond halo ring, crafted in 14 karat white gold.
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
$2,870Sale Price / item|20% Off
Oval Emerald Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
This Oval Emerald Diamond Halo 14 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring features oval cut emerald set in center with halo of diamond around making a statement engagement ring.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Oval Emerald Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
This Oval Emerald Diamond Halo 18 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring features oval cut emerald set in center with halo of diamond around making a statement engagement ring.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Oval Shape Blue Sapphire & Emerald Diamond Vintage Style Halo White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
The center stone is framed in French cut emerald, framed in eye-catching, set off with a white sparkling halo of round cut diamonds. 14K White Gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
IGI Certified 3ct Oval Emerald & Diamond Halo Engagement Ring - 18K White Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Evoking the opulent spirit of the 1920s, this Natural Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring is a definitive statement of luxury.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
IGI Certified 2ct Oval Emerald & Diamond Halo Engagement Ring - 18K White Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Metal: 18K White Gold (Approx. 2.3 grams) Primary Stone: Approx. 2.00ct Natural Oval-Cut Emerald Accent Stones: Approx. 0.60ctw Round-Cut Diamonds (G/VS) Certification: IGI Certif...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Faceted Oval Emerald Diamond Halo Engagement Ring in 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Faceted Oval Emerald Diamond Halo Engagement Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural emerald of 0.8 carats and diamonds of 0.21 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2ct Natural Oval Emerald & Diamond Double Halo Engagement Ring – 18K White Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
💎 Product Description: A true statement of luxury, this Double Halo Engagement Ring showcases the captivating beauty of a 1.96ct natural oval-cut emerald—renowned for its rich, vibr...
Emerald, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold 0.95tcw Oval Emerald & Diamond Halo Floral Cluster Ring, Vivid
Located in Jupiter, FL
Introducing our Emerald and Diamond Oval Ring, a true symbol of sophistication and luxury.
Emerald, 14k Gold
$1,865Sale Price / item|20% Off
2.45 Carat Oval Zambian Emerald Birthstone Diamond Halo Ring 14k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
2.45 Carat Oval Zambian Emerald Birthstone Diamond Halo Ring 14k White Gold At the center lies a lush, oval-cut green emerald, lovingly embraced by a radiant halo of brilliant round-...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2.45 Carat Oval Zambian Emerald Birthstone Diamond Halo Ring 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
2.45 Carat Oval Zambian Emerald Birthstone Diamond Halo Ring 18k White Gold At the center lies a lush, oval-cut green emerald, lovingly embraced by a radiant halo of brilliant round-...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Oval Genuine Emerald Wedding Ring with Halo Diamonds in 18k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Oval Genuine Emerald Wedding Ring with Halo Diamonds in 18K Gold featuring natural emerald of 1.56 carats and diamonds of 0.78 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
4.19tcw 14K Natural Emerald-Oval Cut & Diamond Halo Split Shank Engagement Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
This is an exquisite, natural emerald and diamond halo split shank ring. The gorgeous setting lets sit an excellent quality emerald with beautiful color and very good eye clarity.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo Engagement Ring in 14k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Oval Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo Engagement Ring in 14K Gold featuring natural emerald of 1.09 carats and diamonds of 0.23 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.35 Ct Oval Diamond & French Cut Emerald Double Halo Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A vivid contrast of green and brilliance defines this Emerald Diamond Halo Ring, centered on a 0.35 ct.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
4.02 Carat Natural Oval Emerald Diamond Cocktail Halo Ring 18 Karat G/Vs*
Located in New York, NY
Halo Cocktail Greens 2.62ct. Natural Emerald Ring Transparent / clean clarity Vivid Green 11.3 X 7.8mm 1.40ct. Diamonds. Round & full cuts G-color Vs-2 clarity. 18kt...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,640Sale Price / item|20% Off
Vintage Style Oval Cut Emerald & Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 18K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This vintage-inspired oval 0.79-carat natural emerald in the center and 0.94 carats of round halo brilliant-cut diamond crafted in 18k white gold ring.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Emerald & Diamond Halo Ring in White Gold
By Pico Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Ring contains one center oval shape emerald weighing 1.44cts. Center stone is surrounded by round brilliant diamonds, 0.95tcw. Emearld and diamonds are mounted in handmade prong sett...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Vintage Oval Emerald and RBC Diamond Gold Halo Solitaire Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Oval Emerald and Diamond Gold Halo Solitaire Ring.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Style Oval Shape Emerald & Diamond Halo Set 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A classic Art Deco inspired halo design ring with an oval shaped emerald and a halo of grain set round and baguette cut diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Oval Cabochon Colombian Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Seattle, WA
Halo rings are classic for a reason, and this one features a stunning emerald in a rich green color as its centerpiece.
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Oval Cut Emerald and Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstones: Diamonds and emerald Diamond Shape: Round brilliant cut Diamond Color: H–I Diamond Clarity: VS Diamond Total Carat Weight: 0.72 CTW Diamond Sto...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
6.31 Carat Solitaire Oval Natural Emerald & Diamond Halo Ring, 14k Yellow Gold
Located in New Delhi, DL
Designed to make a statement, this natural emerald ring features a prominent oval-cut green emerald surrounded by a radiant halo of round brilliant-cut natural diamonds.
Emerald, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Roman Malakov 1.17 Carats Oval Cut Emerald & Diamond Halo Floral Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A stunning engagement ring, featuring a 1.17 carats oval cut green emerald that embodies calmness and everlasting love.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Floral Cluster Ring with Oval Emeralds and Diamond Halo in 14K White Gold
Located in Morris Plains, NJ
A new floral ring in 14K white gold. Five oval emeralds, totaling 0.78 carats, form the petals around a round brilliant-cut diamond center of 0.20 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Oval Green Emerald & Diamond Halo Set Art Deco Style Floral 18K Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
The Emerald and Diamond Art Deco Style Floral Halo Ring features a beautiful 1.15 carat emerald at the center, surrounded by a halo of diamonds arranged in a floral pattern.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.05tcw 18K Emerald Oval Cut & Diamond Halo and Shank Engagement Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
A stunning oval emerald and diamond halo hand-crafted engagement ring.
Emerald, 18k Gold
2.39ct Oval Emerald and Diamond Halo 18 Carat White Gold Cluster Engagement Ring
By Tobi Gem Setting
Located in London, GB
Say YES to this bold yet refined take on the classic cluster ring, showcasing a stunning vivid oval emerald weighing 2.39ct, exquisitely set in a classic four claw, open back setting.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.61 Carat Natural Oval-Cut Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning ring featuring a 2.61 Carat Natural Emerald and 1.36 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum. People have admired emerald’s green for thousands of years. Emeralds have a...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2.50ct Oval Cut Emerald Ring. 0.90ct Diamond Halo 18K White and Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Emerald Center Emerald Weight: 2.00 Carats Center Emerald Cut: Oval Cut Secondary Stones: Diamond Diamond Weight: 0.90 Carats Diamond Cut: Round Brilli...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.5 Ct Oval Cut Natural Emerald & 2 Ct Natural Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Natural 1.5 Ct Oval Cut Natural Emerald & 2 Ct Natural Diamond Double Halo Engagement Ring size 6 in 14 K white Gold Introducing a truly stunning piece, behold the 1.5 Carat Oval Nat...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.95tcw Men's 14K Gold Natural Emerald Oval & Diamond Halo
Located in Jupiter, FL
An important Colombian emerald and diamond men's cocktail ring. A large 1.70-carat emerald is bezel set in the very center. The men's ring is made in solid 14K yellow gold and is acc...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2ct Natural Oval-Cut Emerald & Diamond Halo Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Product Description: Timeless elegance meets captivating color in this luxury halo engagement ring, showcasing an approx. 2ct natural oval-cut Emerald set in luminous 18K white gold.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Certified 6.66 Carat Zambian Emerald Oval Halo Ring with Diamonds in 18K Gold
Located in Jaipur, IN
A classic ring with an Oval cut Zambian Emerald weighing 6.66cts surrounded with fine quality white diamonds set in 18K White gold. The Emerald is certified from a credible Indian La...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Roman Malakov 1.48 Carats Oval Cut Emerald & Diamond Halo Floral Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A stunning engagement ring, showcasing a 1.48 carats oval cut green emerald surrounded elegantly by 10 sparkling pear shape diamonds weighing 1.06 carats total, set with a floral mot...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.25 Ct Oval Cut Natural Emerald & 0.85 Ct Natural Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Natural 1.25 Ct Oval Cut Natural Emerald & 0.85 Ct Natural Pave Diamond Hidden Halo Engagement Ring with size 3.75 in 14 K white Gold Introducing a truly stunning piece, behold the 1...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
NEW Classic 18K TT Gold 2.11ct Oval Emerald Solitaire w/ Round Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
The oval cut emerald is neatly prong at at the center and displays a truly gorgeous vivid green color that's truly mesmerizing to stare at, and is further surrounded by a fiery diamo...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
14K Emerald Ring with Double Diamond Halo
Located in Big Bend, WI
14K white gold ring featuring a fine bright grass green Emerald surrounded by a halo of diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Oval Shape Green Emerald Diamond Pave Halo Set 14K White Gold Statement Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
A stunning emerald ring. This exquisite piece features a captivating design. The ring showcases a central oval emerald, surrounded by an intricate arrangement of sparkling diamonds....
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Oval Green Emerald & Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Halo 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
The Emerald, Sapphire, and Diamond Art Deco Style Halo Ring features a vibrant emerald at the center, surrounded by a circular halo of rich sapphires.
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
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