Vintage Yellow Gold 1.15ctw Diamond Bypass Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage 13k yellow gold ring features a graceful closed bypass-style design set with diamonds totaling 1.15ctw.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold 2.25ct Oval Sapphire Three Stone Pear Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K yellow gold Ring Size: 5 Width: 5.90 mm Weight: 2.94 grams 18K Yellow Gold diamond and sapphire three-stone cocktail ring with a half round shank....
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.9 Carat Pear-Shaped Zambian Emerald in Slim Vintage 18K Gold Solitaire Ring
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Eytan Brandes converted the ring to a solitaire for a large pear-shaped stone because he wanted something simple and slender to showcase the kickass emerald he bought from our longti...
Emerald, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Y...
Angara Natural GIA Certified Pear-Shaped 16.84 ct Opal Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: GIA Certified Pear-Shaped Opal Ornate Basket Ring with DiamondsOctober Birthstone Ring for Women: Opal is the October birthstone and the traditional gemstone gif...
Opal, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
$3,520Sale Price|20% Off
Ring 18kt Gold Spring Pear Shape Emerald 1.24cts & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Crafted from 18kt Yellow Gold, the magnificent Ring comes enriched with one Pear Shape Emerald 1.24 carats and 40 Round Diamonds 0.70 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
2.70 Carat Multi Color Pear Sapphire Diamond Gold Band Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Dazzling multi color sapphire and diamond band ring. 10 mixed colored blue, yellow and pink pear shaped sapphires set in a 14k yellow gold open work setting.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Pear-Shape Diamond Gold Cluster Spray Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A lovely designed ring featuring a 1.00 carat pear-shape diamond in the center.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$8,000Sale Price|20% Off
2.57 Carat Pink Pear Shaped Ruby and Emerald Ring in Diamond Band and 18k Gold
By Zahira Fine Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
The three stones were designed to float on your finger. The 2.57ct pear shaped pinkish red ruby is a natural heated ruby from Thailand.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
1.28tcw 14K Fine Colombian Emerald Pear & Diamond Cocktail Gold Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a spectacular pear-shaped Colombian emerald and diamond cocktail ring.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
10.30 Carat GRS Certified Blue Sapphire and Heart Shaped Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A magnificent ring, it features a pear shaped royal blue sapphire weighing 10.30 carat with heart-shaped intense yellow diamonds making up the ring band weighing 6.53 carat.
Yellow Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate 18K Pear Shape Emerald & Ruby Baguette Diamond Cocktail Ring 6.20ctw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A vintage cocktail ring crafted in 18 karat yellow gold, circa the 1990s, centered by two back-to-back pear-shaped gemstones: one natural ruby and one natural emerald, each weighing ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angara Natural GIA Certified Pear-Shaped 4.28 ct Aquamarine Ring in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: Double Prong-Set GIA Certified Solitaire Pear-Shaped Aquamarine Twisted Shank RingMarch Birthstone Ring for Women: Aquamarine is the March birthstone and the tra...
Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Gold
East-West Pear Diamond Eternity Band in 18K Yellow Gold, 2.15 Carats
By ADA Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Details Natural Diamonds East-West Pear Diamond Eternity Band Approx. 2.15 Carats Total Weight G/H Color Diamonds VS/VVS Clarity Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Size 6 Full Eternity D...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Wrap Pear Sapphire Diamond 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Wrap Pear Sapphire Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Ring showcases a striking swirl design in 14K yellow gold.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$8,052Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.2 Carat Oval East-West Three-Stone Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Set in luxurious yellow gold , the ring is complemented by elegant pear-shaped side stones that are expertly secured in a three-prong setting, creating a unique east-west design that...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$5,084Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 0.83 Carat Radiant East-West Three-Stone Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Set in luxurious yellow gold , the ring is complemented by elegant pear-shaped side stones that are expertly secured in a three-prong setting, creating a unique east-west design that...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$14,740Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.71 Carat Oval East-West Three-Stone Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Set in luxurious yellow gold , the ring is complemented by elegant pear-shaped side stones that are expertly secured in a three-prong setting, creating a unique east-west design that...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$13,967Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.5 Carat Emerald East-West Three-Stone Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Set in luxurious yellow gold , the ring is complemented by elegant pear-shaped side stones that are expertly secured in a three-prong setting, creating a unique east-west design that...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$4,822Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 0.8 Carat Princess East-West Three-Stone Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Set in luxurious yellow gold , the ring is complemented by elegant pear-shaped side stones that are expertly secured in a three-prong setting, creating a unique east-west design that...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$13,650Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.4 Carat Radiant East-West Three-Stone Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Set in luxurious yellow gold , the ring is complemented by elegant pear-shaped side stones that are expertly secured in a three-prong setting, creating a unique east-west design that...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
1.80 Carat Aquamarine Engagement Ring. Pear Sapphire Diamond Halo Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Aquamarine Center Aquamarine Weight: 1.80 carats Center Aquamarine Cut: Pear Shape Secondary Stones: Sapphires and Diamonds Sapphire Weight: 0.60 cara...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum, Gold
TJD 0.19 Carat Pear Ruby and 0.25 Carat Diamond Band Ring 14K Yellow Gold
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Key Attributes Ruby Weight: 0.19 Carat Ruby Cut: Pear Shape Total Diamond Weight: 0.25 Carat Diamond Count: 44 Round Diamonds Diamond Color: H–I Diamond Clarity: I2 Setting Style: P...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angara Natural Pear-Shaped Opal Solitaire Ring in 14K Solid Gold for Women
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
About Angara:
At Angara, every piece of jewellery is a handcrafted expression of love and individuality. We design with intention—using vivid coloured gemstones and ethically...
Opal, 14k Gold, Gold
GIA Certified 2.00 Carat Pear Shape Natural Diamond 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
This breathtaking 2 carat pear -shaped diamond ring , a beautiful creation, embodies a passion for curves design.
Diamond
9.22 Carat TW Fancy Light Yellow Pear Shape Multi Colored Sapphires Halo Ring YG
Located in New York, NY
Ring Specifications: Creator: Abe Mor Diamonds Master Jewelers (Made in America) Designer: Jan Rice Center Stone: 6.27 Carat Pear Brilliant Fancy Light Brownish Yellow Diamond Measu...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Ye...
18K Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Material: 18K Yellow Gold - elegant and durable Main Stone: Tear-Shaped Emerald - vibrant and eye-catching Accent Stones: Brilliant Round Diamonds - total weight 1 carat Ring Weight:...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Platinum Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Sapphire and Baguette Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The ring is set with a 0.81-carat pear-shaped intense yellow diamond alongside a 1.06-carat pear-shaped blue sapphire, creating a dramatic contrast of vivid yellow and rich blue.
Yellow Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Ring 0.73ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
This cluster style 14 karat yellow gold ring weighs 7.50 grams. It contains a 6x4mm pear-shaped diamond, with a carat weight of 0.40, SI2 clarity, and g-h-i color.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
10K Yellow Gold 1.0 Cttw Round and Baguette Cut Diamond Oval Shaped Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
A bold gold and diamond cocktail ring. This pear-shaped ring is made with 31 round and 33 baguette-cut diamonds in a prong and channel setting, respectively.
Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pear-Cut Aquamarine Double-Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
Designer S.Georgios presents an elegant, modern, and effortlessly feminine, this handcrafted 18 Karat Yellow Gold Aquamarine and Diamond Ring showcases the serene beauty of a natural...
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gol...
Modern GIA Certified 0.70 Carat Intense Orange Natural Diamond Engagement Ring
By Radiam Diamond Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An 18k yellow gold ring set with a GIA certified 0.70ct Pear Shape SI1 Fancy Intense yellowish Orange as well as two pear shaped colorless diamonds and a princess cut weighing approx...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Pear Teardrop Shape Green Amethyst Prasiolite Diamonds Halo Gold Cocktail Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
The centerpiece features a stunning pear-shaped green Amethyst (prasiolite), surrounded by a halo of sparkling diamonds.
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cushion and Pear shape Color Diamond & white diamond 4.9ct Contemporary Ring
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Extending outward from this radiant core are alternating, multi-layered petals: one set showcases warm yellow gold rays tipped with an assortment of multi-shaped fancy yellow diamond...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
Natural Diamond Pear Wrap Ring in 18K White Gold 0.95 Ct Open Cuff Diamond Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
The pear-shaped diamonds add softness and movement, making this ring an ideal choice for those who appreciate unique diamond jewelry with a modern edge.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
20.60cts Pear Aquamarine & Diamond Cocktail Gold Ring and Pendant Rindant
Located in Miami, FL
Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Main Stone: Pear-shaped Aquamarine, ~20.60 ct Accent Stones: Round-cut Diamonds, ~1.75 ct total Diamond Quality: G–H Color / VS Clarity Ring Size: US 5.50 (siz...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold
Antique Pear Shape Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Antique Pear Shape Sapphire and Diamond Ring A yellow gold ring set with a pear shaped sapphire and 11 old mine diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
GIA Certified 1.51 Carat Round East-West Three-Stone Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Set in luxurious yellow gold , the ring is complemented by elegant pear-shaped side stones that are expertly secured in a three-prong setting, creating a unique east-west design that...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.7 Carat Cushion East-West Three-Stone Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Set in luxurious yellow gold , the ring is complemented by elegant pear-shaped side stones that are expertly secured in a three-prong setting, creating a unique east-west design that...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.53 Carat Cushion East-West Three-Stone Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Set in luxurious yellow gold , the ring is complemented by elegant pear-shaped side stones that are expertly secured in a three-prong setting, creating a unique east-west design that...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.2 Carat Radiant East-West Three-Stone Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Set in luxurious yellow gold, the ring is complemented by elegant pear-shaped side stones expertly secured in a three-prong setting, creating a unique east-west design that enhances ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.4 Carat Emerald East-West Three-Stone Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Set in luxurious yellow gold , the ring is complemented by elegant pear-shaped side stones that are expertly secured in a three-prong setting, creating a unique east-west design that...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Tresor Paris Pear Shape Round Diamond Bespoke Mount Double Halo Engagement Ring
By Tresor Paris
Located in London, GB
For a Pear Shaped Diamond which is set in the centre of the Ring with Double Halo, the inner halo features 0.08 Carat Round Fancy Yellow Diamonds with 0.38 Carat Color G/H White Roun...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rose...
$6,484Sale Price|20% Off
1.7cts Colombian Emerald Ring with Natural Diamonds: Solid 14k Gold, Pear 12x7mm
Located in Columbus, OH
Stunning 1.7cts Colombian emerald ring set with natural diamonds in solid 14k gold. Features a 12x7mm pear-shaped emerald for timeless elegance "Pear-fectly bold: 12x7mm Colombian e...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tanisa Nahata Diamond 0.92ct. Twin Pear Fancy Ring in 18Karat Gold.
By Tanisa Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This exquisite Diamond Twin Pear Fancy Ring features two elegantly shaped pear-cut diamonds, gracefully set in luxurious 18Karat gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 12k Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
A vivid blue sapphire forms the heart of this charming vintage ring, its graceful pear-shaped silhouette framed by a sparkling halo of diamonds totaling approximately .21 carats.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold
$871Sale Price / item|23% Off
Pear and round diamond cut moissanite open ended 14k gold ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Pear and round diamond cut moissanite open ended 14k gold ring.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Laura Gallon 18K Yellow Gold Mirror Ring with 0.70ct Yellow Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, US
This one-of-a-kind 18K yellow gold ring features two pear shaped yellow diamonds totaling 0.70 carat and four round diamonds totaling 0.24 carat.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angara Natural Oval and Pear-Shaped Diamond Three Stone Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The oval diamond and the pear-shaped side diamonds are presented on a sleek reverse tapered shank.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
5.75 Carat Pear Cut Colombian Emerald Diamond Halo 18K Gold Emerald Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Details: Item Type: Cocktail Ring Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 6 Center Stone Details: Type: Emerald Carat Weight: 5.75 Cut: Pear Shape Origin: Colombia Measurements: 14mm x 1...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angara Natural GIA Certified Pear-Shaped 4.16 ct Blue Sapphire Ring in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: Classic GIA Certified Pear-Shaped Blue Sapphire Chain Solitaire RingSeptember Birthstone Ring for Women: Blue Sapphire is the September birthstone and the tradit...
Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold
3.95 Carat Natural Black Diamond and Natural Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring
Located in Denver, CO
A natural black pear-shaped diamond measuring 3.95 carats centers this exquisite ring, surrounded by a halo of 67 round natural fancy yellow diamonds totaling 0.46 carats.
Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jemma Wynne Emerald and Diamond Pear bezel set "Kissing Ring"
By Jemma Wynne
Located in Englewood, NJ
Our one-of-a-kind two stone ring is constructed in our rich 18K yellow gold and deep green colored Zambian emerald and Pear shaped diamond.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 2.53 Carat Pear Cut Brown Diamond Halo Pave Engagement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA-certified 2.53 carat pear-shaped fancy brown-yellow diamond in 18K two-tone gold halo setting featuring SI1 clarity with rose gold prongs and white gold pave diamond band.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
3.75 Carat Pear-Cut Orange Sapphire and Diamond Cluster 14K Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This stunning vintage ring features a 3.75 carat pear-shaped orange sapphire, elegantly set in 14K white gold. The vibrant orange hue of the sapphire is perfectly complemented by 0.5...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Opal Ruby Diamond Statement Ring Pear Dark Opal Halo Cocktail Ring 18K
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
Ring 18Kt Gold GIA Pear Diamond and Oval Pink Sapphire
Located in Miami, FL
This exquisite ring features a stunning 1.60-carat pear-shaped diamond in color E and clarity VS2, beautifully complemented by a vibrant 2.75-carat oval pink sapphire.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Leaf Cluster Pear Natural Diamond Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
All our jewelry pieces are certified by a third-party laboratory such as IGI, HRD, IDGL, GIN, or SGL. This dual-row diamond ring showcases a leaf cluster motif made from pear-shape...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
3.75 Carat Pear-Cut Orange Sapphire and Diamond Cluster 14K Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This stunning vintage ring features a 3.75 carat pear-shaped orange sapphire, elegantly set in 14K white gold. The vibrant orange hue of the sapphire is perfectly complemented by 0.5...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified Natural Mozambique Ruby Ring Pear Shape Diamond 7.13 Carat GRS
Located in Great Neck, NY
An extraordinary Mozambique ruby and diamond statement ring showcasing a magnificent 7.13 carat natural pear-shaped ruby, beautifully positioned at the center of a bold and luxurious...
Blue Sapphire, Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, Whit...
Natural Diamond Pear Shape Wide Band Ring in 18K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
This striking diamond ring showcases a captivating arrangement of pear-shaped natural diamonds totaling 2.46 carats, expertly set in 18-karat white gold.
Diamond, 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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