$16,800Sale Price|40% Off
Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Cushion Shaped Colombian Emerald weighing 4.57 Carats, surrounded by half moon diamonds, with Round Diamond along the shank. Diamonds weigh 2.17 Carats. Set in Platinum and 18 Karat ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Emerald Diamond 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Open Wrap Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Emerald Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Open Wrap Ring is a breathtaking fusion of elegance and luxury. Crafted in 14K yellow and white gold, this ring features an open wrap design adorn...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Platinum 3.64 TCW Emerald and Marquise Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Miami, FL
An exquisite platinum floral cluster ring centered by a bright emerald-cut emerald weighing approximately 0.90 carats, surrounded by twelve marquise-cut diamonds totaling approximate...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$79,200Sale Price|20% Off
14.25 Carat Zambian Emerald & Half Moon Diamond Platinum and 18K
Located in Chicago, IL
14.25 Carat Zambian Emerald & Half Moon Diamond Platinum and 18K Yellow Gold Ring An exceptional statement ring featuring a Natural Zambian Emerald weighing 14.25 carats, certified ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Platinum
6.64ct Diamond Sapphire Emerald & Ruby 14K Gold Eternity Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Emerald Love Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Eternity Ring is a stunning expression of timeless beauty and luxury. Set in 14K white gold, this exquisite eternity ring features a harmonio...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2.35ct Black Diamond & Blue Sapphire Pave Dome 14K Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Pave Emerald Band 14K Yellow Gold Done Ring is a luxurious piece set in 14K gold, available in yellow, rose, or white gold. This exquisite ring features a stunning combination of...
Emerald, Platinum, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Leitão & Irmão Mid-Century Emerald Diamond Cocktail Ring Platinum 1950s-1960s
Located in Lisbon, PT
Leitão & Irmão Mid-Century Emerald and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring, Portugal, 1950s–1960s, in Original Case. A striking mid-century cocktail ring by Leitão & Irmão, the historic ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage Platinum GIA 3.25ctw Vivid Green Round Emerald & Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Emerald - Round Brilliant Step Cut - Prong Set - Green Color - F2 Clarity Enhanced - 2.66ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
35 Pointer Each 4.5 Carat Emerald Anniversary Eternity Band / Ring in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
35 Pointer Each 4.5 Carat Emerald Anniversary Eternity Band / Ring in Platinum Full prong set Emerald eternity ring set all around with matching 100% natural Emeralds in hand-poli...
Emerald, Platinum
Vintage 1.25ct Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1970s
Located in London, GB
This beautiful cluster ring dates to the 1970s and centres around a lively green emerald. The 1.25 carat emerald is a square emerald cut stone, rub over set within 18 carat yellow go...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Round Cut Emerald and Diamond Domed Cluster Cocktail Ring in Polished Platinum
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This striking emerald and diamond ring radiates a luxurious brilliance, blending vivid color with refined geometry. Set in cool platinum, clusters of lush green emeralds are beautifu...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
AGL Certified 1.45ct Emerald 0.70ct Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is an amazing platinum engagement ring. The ring is centered with a lovely AGL certified emerald cut emerald that weighs 1.45ct. The center stone is accentuated by sparkling eme...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
David Webb Black Enamel Ruby Emerald Sapphire Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold
By David Webb
Located in beverly hills, CA
This exquisite David Webb ring is meticulously crafted from a combination of 18K gold and platinum. It boasts stunning adornments, including black enamel, a cabochon ruby, emerald, s...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Emerald-Cut Pink 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Tourmaline Diamond Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Modern elegance meets timeless artistry in the Emerald-Cut Pink Tourmaline and Diamond Statement Ring. Crafted in solid 14K yellow gold, this ring showcases a vivid emerald-cut pink ...
Diamond, Emerald, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Go...
Emerald-Cut 14K (18k upon request) Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire Diamond Band Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Timeless elegance meets contemporary craftsmanship in this exquisite Emerald-Cut Blue Sapphire & Diamond Band Ring, masterfully set in solid 14K yellow gold. The design features ...
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow...
Emerald-Cut Ruby Pink Sapphire 14K (18k upon request) Yellow Gold Statement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bold, radiant, and unforgettable — the Emerald-Cut Ruby and Pink Sapphire Statement Ring is a masterpiece of color and craftsmanship. Set in solid 14K yellow gold, this eye-catching ...
Emerald, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Go...
Late 19th Century Asymmetrical Antique Ring in Platinum and Gold with Natural Em
Located in Milano, MI
Rich in charm and history, this elaborately designed asymmetrical antique ring from the late 1800s is a rare and elegant piece. Crafted in platinum and gold, it features external hal...
Emerald, Gold, Platinum
Spectra Fine Jewelry GRS Certified Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
A captivating fusion of color and brilliance, this exquisite ring centers upon a 2.36-carat emerald-cut Colombian emerald of exceptional beauty, certified by GRS as Colombian origin ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Emerald-Cut Royal Blue 14K (18k upon request) Yellow Gold Sapphire Eternity Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Emerald-Cut Royal Blue Sapphire Eternity Ring is the epitome of refined luxury. Crafted in solid 14K yellow gold, this striking piece features a seamless band of emerald-cut roya...
Emerald, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GRS Columbian Emerald Octagonal and White Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 3.87 ct. GRS Columbian emerald octagon with good quality white diamond rounds. Handmade in platinum. Ring size 6.25. Comes with GRS certificate.
White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
3.06ct Emerald Diamond Ring Cocktail Diamond Ring with Large Emerald 18KT
Located in Jupiter, FL
GRAM WEIGHT: 6.25 gr METAL: platinum NATURAL DIAMOND(S) Cut: Round Brilliant Color: F-G Clarity: VS-SI (average) Carat: 0.45ct NATURAL EMERALD(S) Cut: Emerald Color: Green Clarit...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$16,343Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Platinum & 18kt Gold Ring with Colombian Emerald and Old Cut Diamonds
Located in Braintree, GB
An exquisite Art Deco ring crafted circa 1920 in a combination of 18kt gold and platinum, featuring a striking geometric design typical of the period. The ring is centred with a natu...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Royal Blue Emerald-Cut 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Eternity Band Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Radiant and refined, the Royal Blue Emerald-Cut Sapphire Eternity Band Ring is a timeless symbol of elegance and devotion. Handcrafted in solid 14K yellow gold, it features a continu...
Sapphire, Emerald, Platinum, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Colombian Emerald Diamond ring 18KT & PLATINUM
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stunning Colombian Emerald ring, rare find! Luxurious cocktail ring for all occasions, custom made with modern classical design and engraving elements, ring is made in platinum and 1...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Spectra Fine Jewelry GRS Certified 2.07 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite ring showcases a breathtaking 2.07-carat emerald-cut Colombian emerald, certified by GRS as "minor", a mark of superior quality and rarity. The emerald’s vivid green h...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$496,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 9.18 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
GIA Certified 9.18 Carat Elongated Diamond Ring — F Color, VS2 Clarity Experience refined luxury with this stunning 9.18 carat elongated diamond, expertly cut to a premium length of...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage Platinum Diamond and 1.3tcw Emerald Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage platinum cluster ring features a striking combination of 0.86 total carats of sparkling diamonds and 1.25 carats of vivid emeralds, arranged in a timeless cluster motif....
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Platinum 3 Stone Ring 1.86 carat Emerald with GIA Report and Diamonds size 6.75
Located in Big Bend, WI
Platinum 3 stone ring with a natural emerald cut emerald and two asscher cut diamonds. The genuine earth mined emerald has GIA report #5231536980. The emerald measures 8.91mm x 6.36m...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Emerald and Diamond Ring in Platinum and 18K Gold, Early Art Deco Size 9.5
Located in Northampton, MA
A masterpiece from the dawn of the Art Deco era, this extraordinary ring unites a radiant .65-carat emerald of luminous, electric green intensity with a sparkling constellation of an...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1.85ct Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1970s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the 1970s, this beautiful cluster ring features a radiant green emerald in the centre. The emerald is a classic oval cut stone weighing 1.85 carat and is rub over set into ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Platinum 1.8ctw Square Step Cut Emerald w/ Baguette Diamond Wide Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Emerald - Square Step Cut - Prong Set - Vibrant Green Color - 7x6.7mm - 1.05ct (exact) Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant & Baguett...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Very Nice Platinum GIA 2.02ct Long Vivid Green Colombian Emerald w/ Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Emerald - Long Emerald Octagonal Step Cut - Prong Set - Vivid Green Color - Colombian - F1 Clarity Enhanced - Oil - 1.39ct (exact) ** See Certificat...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$60,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 4.06 Carat Emerald Green Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
GRS Certified 4.06 Carat Emerald Green Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring with Half-Moon Diamonds An exquisite statement of sophistication and rarity, this stunning ring centers a GRS-ce...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Platinum 1.02 Carat Emerald-Cut Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring, Estate Jewelry
Located in Derby, NY
A striking estate platinum ring centered with a vivid 1.02 carat emerald-cut emerald of lush green color. The emerald is framed in an elegant starburst cluster of twelve mixed-cut di...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage Platinum Vivid Emerald Step Carre Cut Diamond Sides Pyramid Style Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (1) Natural Genuine Emerald - Emerald Cut - Prong Set - Vivid Green Color - 5.796 x 5.34mm (approx.) - 1.0ct (approx.) (4) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Step Cut - Prong Se...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Platinum Marquise Cut Emerald, Sapphire, Ruby & Diamond Ring Pendant Combo
Located in Sewickley, PA
This versatile Platinum ring and pendant combination showcases a dazzling floral arrangement of marquee-cut gemstones. At its center, vivid green emeralds weighing approximately 0.40...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Platinum 1.96ctw Rich Vibrant Green Emerald & Diamond Classic Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Emerald - Emerald Cut - Prong Set - Rich Vibrant Glassy Green Color - 6.8x5.9mm - 1.27ct (exact) Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Tapered Baguett...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Edwardian 0.50ct Emerald and Diamond Five Stone Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
Three characterful emeralds are separated by old cut diamonds in this wonderful Edwardian ring. The centre Emerald is 0.20 carat, with each side emerald sitting at 0.15 carat each. ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Platinum 2.93ctw Square Step Emerald w/ Round & Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Emerald - Square Step Cut - Prong Set - Rich Vibrant Green Color - 6.8x6.5mm - 1.54ct (exact) Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant & ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Platinum GIA 3.87ctw Long Top Color No Oil Emerald Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Emerald - Long Emerald Octagonal Step Cut - Prong Set - Best Color - Top Color Vivid Green Color - No Oil - 100% Natural - 1.32ct (exact) ** See Cer...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$632,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 10.19 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring with Tapered Baguettes
Located in Chicago, IL
GIA Certified 10.19 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring with Tapered Baguettes At the center of this breathtaking jewel lies a 10.19 carat square emerald cut diamond, GIA certified with ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage 18K Coral Emerald Diamond Serpent Snake Wide Textured Cocktail Ring
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A bold and sculptural vintage serpent ring circa the 1970s, crafted in richly textured 18K yellow gold with a platinum sizing insert. The design takes the form of a stylized snake, ...
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$120,000Sale Price|20% Off
AGL Certified 8.59 Carat Emerald with Trapezoid Diamonds in Platinum
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
AGL Certified 8.59 Carat Emerald with Trapezoid Diamonds in Platinum A magnificent 8.59 carat natural emerald of Brazilian origin, certified by American Gemological Laboratories (AG...
Emerald, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Handmade 18K Yellow Gold Platinum 2.5 Ct. Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
This breathtaking diamond and emerald ring was hand made in 18k buttery yellow gold and white platinum. The center stone is a square cut , 2.5 carat, vivid green emerald that catches...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GIA 1 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring. Emerald Double Halo Ring Platinum H VS1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 1.00 carats Center Diamond Cut: Emerald cut Center Diamond Color: H Center Diamond Clarity: VS1 Certification: GIA Seco...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
AGL Certified 4.2 Carat Colombian Emerald 18K Gold Octagon Bezel Ring
Located in Miami, FL
18K gold bezel sets a 4.20 carat octagonal emerald cut Colombian emerald. AGL certified minor oil. Made to order, available in ring sizes 5-12. Details Item Type: Statement Ring Me...
Emerald, Platinum
Colombian Pear-Cut Emerald & Diamond Cluster 18k Gold Ring, GIA Certified
Located in New York, NY
This ring showcases a Colombian pear-cut emerald weighing 3.50 ct set in 18k gold, clarity enhanced (F1) and certified by GIA. The center stone presents a lively medium-green hue wit...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1.18 Carat Brazilian Emerald GIA and Diamond Platinum Statement Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Vintage Brazilian Emerald GIA and Diamond Platinum Halo Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set Octagonal Step-Cut Emerald, weighing a...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
GIA 5.84 Carats Colombian Emerald & Diamond 3-Stone Platinum Ring
By Dover Jewelry
Located in Miami, FL
This elegant three-stone cocktail and engagement ring is a timeless design, meticulously crafted in platinum and showcasing a stunning GIA-certified Colombian emerald at its center. ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage Art Deco Era Emerald & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
We are loving this vintage beauty!! Ring Details Material: Platinum Era: Art Deco 1920 - 1940 Head Width: 10.3mm Head Height: 4mm Shank Width: Tapering From 1.8mm to 1.15mm Weight: ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2.22ct Diamond Emerald ring platinum handmade
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Old Antique diamond ring with 2.02 carats center and 0.20ct side diamonds and emeralds. This ring is made in platinum by hand, all engraved filigree elements are also done by hand. Y...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$43,400Sale Price|30% Off
GIA Certified Russian Emerald Cabochon and Diamond Platinum Ring
By GEMME
Located in New York, NY
A collectors piece. Own an Emerald from a locality where very few Emeralds make it to market, especially of this size. Oval Cabochon Emerald weighing 9.33 Carats, certified by GIA as...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
AGL Certified 6.16 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Centered upon a beautiful 6.16 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald with a vivid green color, excellent cutting and shape. Surrounded by Marquise and Round Diamonds. Set in Platinum with 18 Kar...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Style Platinum Heart Ring with Diamonds and Emeralds
Located in Aventura, FL
This enchanting Art Deco style ring captures romance and sophistication, crafted in lustrous platinum and 18kt yellow gold and featuring a magnificent 1.75-carat heart-shaped emerald...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
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
4.46 cts GIA Certified Oval Emerald and Diamond Side-stone Ring
By Leibish and Co. USA Inc
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful oval emerald and diamond side stone ring, showcasing a mesmerizing 4.46ct GIA-certified center gemstone. Enveloped by four marquise diamonds and adorned with brilliant si...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 4.80ct Zambian Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in London, England
A stunning vintage three-stone emerald and diamond ring set in platinum and 18k yellow gold. This ring features a vibrant oval-cut emerald of appealing Zambian origin, with 4.80 ca...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Platinum GIA Large 7.38ctw Very Fine Colombian Emerald w/ Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Very Lively Green Colombian Emerald - Very well cut!! --Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Emerald - Octagonal Step Cut - Prong Set - Very Fine - Vibrant Green Color - Colombian - F2 ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
4.11 cts Certified Oval Muzo Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring
By Leibish and Co. USA Inc
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful oval muzo emerald and diamond halo ring, with a center gemstone weighing 4.11cts and certified by CD and MUZO. The ring, which is mounted in platinum and 18K yellow gold,...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
$2,396Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Cabochon Emerald & Diamond 18-Karat Cable Ring In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18k Yellow Gold Cabochon Emerald & Diamond Cable Ring Style: Cabochon Emerald & Diamond Ring Material: 18k Yellow Gold & Platinum Gemstone/Diamond Details: There are approximately 1...
Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, 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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The vintage bombé ring is bursting with color and timeless style.
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If diamonds don’t seem right, what about a magnificent sapphire, ruby or emerald?
Accounting for just 1 percent of all diamonds, these marvels of nature are exceedingly rare and gorgeously complex.
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.