Antique Art Deco 14K Rose Gold Platinum Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 14K Rose Gold Platinum Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring - GIA. This incredible Art Deco natural Colombian emerald and old European diamond ring is crafted in...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
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
Colombian Emerald Ring, Untreated, 4.17 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exceptional 4.17-carat untreated Colombian emerald embodies the extraordinary color, clarity and rarity that have made Muzo emeralds among the most coveted gemstones in the worl...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage Platinum 4.35ctw Gia Green Emerald Diamond Three Stone Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 900 Platinum Ring Size: 4.25 Width: 2.60 mm Weight: 6.79 grams Ladies 900 platinum three-stone vintage, diamond and emerald cocktail, three-stone rin...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$920,000Sale Price|20% Off
10.02 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring – Internally Flawless, GIA Certified
Located in Chicago, IL
An extraordinary and highly important diamond ring centered by a magnificent 10.02 carat emerald cut diamond of exceptional purity and presence. Certified by GIA as E Color and Inte...
Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Emerald Cut Emerald and Diamond Halo Bow Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: platinum Emerald: 1 emerald cut= 0.50ct Diamonds: 22 old European cut= 0.33cttw Color: G-H Clarity: SI1-I1 Dimensions: the ring measures 12.8mm wide at the...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum 0.97ctw Marquise Diamond Halo Emerald Engagement Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 900 Platinum Ring Size: 5 Width: 11.00 mm x 8.05 mm Shank: 1.40 mm Weight: 3.14 grams Ladies 900 platinum art deco (1920-1930), diamond and eme...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco 0.60 Carat Colombian Emerald 0.30 Carat Diamond 14k White Gold Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 0.60 carat Colombian emerald and 0.30 carat diamond, 14 karat white gold and platinum set ring; part of our collection of gemstone dress rings...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Platinum
Marchak, Paris Art Deco sugarloaf onyx, coral, and emerald cocktail ring
Located in New York, NY
An Art Deco onyx, emerald, and coral cocktail ring, centered by a sugarloaf onyx, with diamond-set shoulders centering cabochon coral and emeralds, in an 18k yellow gold and platinum...
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Emerald Cut 5.6ct Natural Colombian Emerald Diamond Halo Ring Platinum O / 7
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A stunning antique-style emerald and diamond ring, expertly crafted in platinum. The piece is centred with a striking 5.6ct emerald-cut natural Colombian emerald, rub over set within...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Emerald Ring/Engagement Ring
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Material: Platinum Weight: 3.9 grams Gemstone: 1.35 cttw Natural Diamond Old European Cut Center stone 1.05 cttw G-H color, VS2-SI1 clarity Side stones 0.30 cttw Emerald Size: 6.75 ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique 1.20 Carat Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a stunning cluster ring showcasing a vibrant green emerald at its centre, expertly cut to draw the eye. This principal stone sits slightly risen in a sleek rub-over sett...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
GIA 2.09 ct Colombian Emerald and Diamond Three Stone Ring in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA Colombian Emerald and Diamond Three Stone Ring in Platinum Emerald and Diamond Ring features GIA certified Colombian Emerald with deep green color, weighing 2.09 carats, accente...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco Vintage Lotus Ring Platinum 18k Emerald Ruby Diamonds Statement Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Vintage one-of-a-kind Lotus Flower Ring Excellent condition Platinum and 18k Yellow Gold Finger size 7.5 (can be resized by a professional jeweler) Design size approx 37 x 17mm (1.5...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Platinum, 18k Gold
Tiffany Art Deco emerald, gold, and platinum ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
An Art Deco emerald and mixed-metal ring centering a channel-set row of square-cut emeralds, flanked top-and-bottom by bands of 18k gold and platinum. Tiffany & Co. Atw emeralds 1.13...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$87,992Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. 3 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Soleste Halo Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite Tiffany & Co. Soleste engagement ring features a stunning emerald-cut diamond, centered in the brand's iconic halo design. The primary diamond, weighing approximat...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2.50 Carat Colombian Emerald 1.12 Carat Diamond Platinum Dress Ring Circa 1925
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 2.50 carat Colombian emerald and 1.12 carat diamond, platinum dress ring; part of our 1920s jewelry collection. This stunning, fine and impre...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Yellow Gold & Platinum Emerald-Cut Emerald and Trillion Cut Diamond Three-Stone
Located in New York, NY
Yellow Gold & Platinum Emerald-Cut Colombian Emerald and Trillion Cut Diamond Three-Stone Ring Description: This magnificent three-stone ring is finely crafted in a two-tone combina...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Platinum Oval Cabochon Emerald and Tapered Baguette Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Oval Cabochon Emerald and Tapered Baguette Diamond Three-Stone Ring Description: This classic three-stone solitaire ring is crafted in solid platinum and features a high-do...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Platinum & Yellow Gold Emerald-Cut Emerald Trillion Cut Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
Platinum & Yellow Gold Emerald-Cut Emerald Trillion Cut Diamond Three-Stone Ring Description: This magnificent three-stone ring is finely crafted in a two-tone metal combination...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Platinum Oval Emerald and Multi-Row Pavé Diamond Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Oval Emerald and Multi-Row Pavé Diamond Halo Ring Description: This luxurious cocktail ring is crafted in solid platinum and features a vibrant oval-cut emerald at its cent...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Yellow Gold and Platinum Square-Cut Emerald and Diamond Three-Stone Bypass Ring
Located in New York, NY
Yellow Gold and Platinum Square-Cut Emerald and Diamond Three-Stone Bypass Ring Description: This striking three-stone ring is finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with platinum prong ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Classic Natural 6.99 Carat Vivid Green Emerald and Diamond Ring in Platinum
By Couplet
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A remarkable expression of exceptional gemstone quality and master craftsmanship, this bespoke platinum ring showcases a 6.99-carat natural vivid green emerald of extraordinary color...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Elegant 18k gold ring with a central emerald and old brilliant-cut diamonds.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Elegant gold ring with a central emerald and old brilliant-cut diamonds. Made of 18-carat yellow gold and 0.900 platinum elements. Its central point is an octagon-shaped emerald we...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Exclusive platinum signet ring with diamonds and emeralds, mid-20th century
Located in Chorzów, PL
A unique ring crafted from approximately 0.950 platinum. This signet ring is set centrally with an "old" brilliant-cut diamond weighing approximately 0.42 ct. Fronts are adorned wi...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Platinum Cocktail Ring with 1.9ct Round H VS Diamonds and 7ct Emerald Size 4.5
Located in New York, NY
Detailed Description: 7 Carat Emerald Marquis & 1.9 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring DESCRIPTION: In the heart of elegance, this vintage cocktail ring weaves a tale of timeless a...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$20,800Sale Price|20% Off
2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This stunning engagement ring showcases a brilliant, GIA-certified emerald cut diamond weighing approximately 2 carats as its captivating centerpiece. The center stone, graded H colo...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Platinum 0.40ct Diamond and Emerald Ring MF35-062526
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
An elegant halo ring in platinum, centering a vibrant emerald-cut emerald of approximately 1.20 ct, framed by a square halo of round brilliant diamonds. The diamond-set shank feature...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Drop shape old mine diamond and Colombian emerald ring, circa 1920.
Located in London, GB
Drop shape old mine diamond and Colombian emerald ring. Set to the centre with a drop shape old mine diamond, F colour, VS2 clarity, with a weight of 1.56 carats, flanked by two drop...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Platinum 9.77ctw Gia Green Emerald Diamond Three Stone Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 900 Platinum Ring Size: 7.75 Width: 1.40 mm Weight: 6.26 grams Ladies handmade 900 platinum vintage, diamond and emerald three-stone, cocktail ring wi...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$65,984Sale Price|20% Off
AGL Certified 10 Carat Emerald Made-to-Order Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite 10.31 carat emerald is a centerpiece of rare beauty, available as a made-to-order ring, fully certified by AGL with minor treatment. This magnificent loose gemstone fe...
Emerald, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$48,800Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 12 Carat Emerald Made-to-Order Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Discover this magnificent 12-carat pear-shaped emerald, GRS certified with minor treatment, featured in a bespoke, made-to-order ring. This exceptional loose emerald displays a capti...
Emerald, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$20,428Sale Price|20% Off
Emerald & Diamond Milgrain Cocktail Ring in Platinum- GIA 2225947425
Located in Bloomington, MN
Emerald & Diamond Milgrain Cocktail Ring in Platinum- GIA report number 2225947425 This ring is crafted in platinum and features a bezel-set emerald weighing approximately 9.44 ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$120,848Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 24 Carat Emerald Made-to-Order Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This magnificent 24.17-carat emerald is a GRS-certified masterpiece available for a bespoke, made-to-order ring commission. The loose emerald showcases a deep, intense green hue and ...
Emerald, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$82,840Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 21 Carat Emerald Ring Made-to-Order
Located in Chicago, IL
Discover this magnificent GRS certified 21 carat emerald, presented as a bespoke made-to-order ring. This exceptional loose emerald features a stunning pear shape and a vivid green h...
Emerald, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Emerald Cluster Ring Colombia Green Emeralds and Diamonds Platinum & 18k
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Ring Vibrant Green Emerald and Diamonds Large Impressive Statement Ring. Cluster Design Very Vibrant green color Natural Colombia Emerald and Natural Diamonds Design size ap...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Elegant Japanese Emerald-Cut Ring in Platinum
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
This exquisite ring features a stunning 2.76-carat emerald-cut emerald that captivates with its vivid green hue, showcasing the gemstone's natural beauty and brilliance. Crafted from...
Emerald, Platinum
$82,880Sale Price|20% Off
10 Carat Emerald Ring Made-to-Order
Located in Chicago, IL
This magnificent 10.36 carat emerald ring is a bespoke, made-to-order piece, centered around a truly exceptional loose emerald. This stunning gemstone features a rich, vivid green hu...
Emerald, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$185,760Sale Price|20% Off
AGL Certified 10 Carat Emerald Ring Made-to-Order
Located in Chicago, IL
This magnificent 10.32-carat emerald, accompanied by AGL certification and featuring minor treatment, is available as a bespoke, made-to-order piece. This listing features a loose hi...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Weston, MA
This delicate Art Deco ring features a vibrant Columbian cabochon emerald in a platinum openwork mount set with diamonds and emeralds. The central stone is positioned between two pa...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Art Deco Colombian Emerald & Diamond Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Carat Weight: Oval Cabochon Emerald & Diamonds approx. 0.55 cts. Color/Clarity: Rich Vibrant Green / Diamonds F-G VS Certifications: AGL Certified Size: 6.0 Creator: Tiffany & Co. Me...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$2,234Sale Price|20% Off
Heart Emerald & Diamond Halo Ring in Platinum
Located in Bloomington, MN
Heart Emerald & Diamond Halo Ring in Platinum This ring is crafted in platinum and features a prong-set heart-shaped green emerald weighing approximately 0.54 carat. Round diamo...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$43,640Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 10 Carat Emerald Made-to-Order Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite 10.39-carat GRS-certified emerald, featuring a prestigious minor treatment, is available as a bespoke, made-to-order ring. Please note that this is a loose center ston...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
$35,244Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 13 Carat Emerald Ring Made-to-Order
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite 13.35 carat GRS-certified emerald ring is a bespoke made-to-order piece, centered around a magnificent, high-quality gemstone. The emerald displays a vibrant green hue...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 12.49ct Colombian Emerald & Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA 12.49 ct Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring in Platinum Emerald and Diamond Ring features a 12.49 carat Emerald cut Colombian Emerald accented by Square cut and Shield cut on ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, Emerald and Diamond Belle Époque Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Belle Époque Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Circa 1900 A truly enchanting Belle Époque ring, exuding the elegance and artistry of the early 20th century. This exquisite pi...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
W.A. Bolin 2.70ct Colombian Emerald & Diamond Platinum Ring, 1933
By BOLIN
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
Some rings rely on complexity. Others need only a beautiful stone and impeccable proportions. This Art Deco ring by W.A. Bolin belongs firmly to the latter category. At its center s...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Emerald and Diamond Platinum on Gold Ring Fine Vintage Estate Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Elegant Finely detailed Emerald and Diamond Platinum on Gold Lacey Vintage Cocktail Ring. Centering securely nestled Hand set .36 Carat Emerald, flanked by .75tcw R...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Platinum
Mid-Century Marchak, Paris Multigem Giardinetto Ring
By Marchak
Located in New York, NY
A Mid-Century, gold, jardiniere ring comprised of two gold bands suspending a basket of flowers in diamond, ruby, sapphire and emerald, in 18k and platinum. Signed Marchak, Paris, n...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Emerald and Diamond Platinum Statement Ring Fine Vintage Estate Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Elegant Finely detailed Emerald and Diamond Platinum Vintage Cocktail Ring. Centering securely nestled Hand set 2 Emeralds, weighing approx. 1.10tcw and 2 Princess ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
3.20 Carat Oval Cut Emerald Ring. Diamond French Sapphire Halo Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Emerald Center Emerald Weight: Approx 3.20 Carats Center Emerald Cut: Oval Cut Secondary Stones: Sapphires, Diamonds Sapphire Cut: French Cut Total Di...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum 1.58tcw Diamond and Emerald Ring
Located in New York, NY
A striking Art Deco composition gives this antique platinum ring a bold architectural presence. The design centers on a dramatic triangular diamond, framed by a geometric arrangement...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum, Edwardian era Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Emerald Ring 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum Stamped Circa 1910 Step into the elegance of the Edwardian era with this exquisite 18ct gold ring. At its heart lies a stunnin...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Platinum Marquise-Shaped Emerald and Old Mine Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Marquise-Shaped Emerald and Old Mine Cut Diamond Cluster Ring Description: This striking, marquise-shaped cocktail ring is crafted in solid platinum and centers on a vibran...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Platinum Multi Cut Diamond & Emerald Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Multi Cut Diamond & Emerald Cocktail Ring Description: This striking mid-century style cocktail ring is crafted in solid platinum and features an elongated, asymmetrica...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Platinum Emerald-Cut Emerald and Double-Halo Ballerina Ring
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Emerald-Cut Emerald and Double-Halo Ballerina Ring Description: This magnificent ballerina-style cocktail ring is crafted in solid platinum and centers on an emerald-cut em...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Platinum Sugarloaf Emerald Cabochon and Diamond Filigree Ring
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Sugarloaf Emerald Cabochon and Diamond Filigree Ring Description: This magnificent antique or vintage-style ring is crafted in solid, substantial platinum and features a st...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Colombian Emerald & Diamond Platinum Ring, Gübelin Certified
By Jacob & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This exceptional Jacob & Co. platinum ring showcases a Gübelin-certified Colombian emerald of remarkable presence, complemented by an exquisite diamond setting that reflects the ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Certified 2.85ct No Treatment Colombian Emerald Diamond Platinum Halo Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This striking statement ring showcases a magnificent 2.85-carat square emerald-cut emerald, boasting a vivid and captivating green color that has undergone completely no treatment. C...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Emerald-Cut Emerald & Trapezoid Diamond Platinum Ring, 2.69ct AGL
Located in Chicago, IL
This striking statement ring showcases a magnificent 2.69-carat emerald-cut emerald, boasting a vivid and captivating green color as verified by an accompanying AGL report. Crafted i...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
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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