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Moving Rings Ring

18kt White Gold and Pavé Moving Ring
18kt White Gold and Pavé Moving Ring

18kt White Gold and Pavé Moving Ring

Located in New York, NY

This Italian-Made 18k White Gold Pavé Moving Ring is an extraordinary piece from the 1990s, embodying both elegance and playful sophistication.

Category

1990s Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Clover Shaped Moving Full Diamonds Set 18 Kt Ring
Clover Shaped Moving Full Diamonds Set 18 Kt Ring

Clover Shaped Moving Full Diamonds Set 18 Kt Ring

By Joël Glecer / Orologio

Located in Antwerp, BE

Clover Shaped Moving Full Diamonds Set 18 Kt Ring MATERIAL: 18 kt white gold DIAMONDS: b 2.66 ct Top Quality Diamonds WEIGHT: 13.80 gr

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Folding Moving Butterfly 18k Gold Acquamarine, Diamonds, Sapphires Cocktail Ring
Folding Moving Butterfly 18k Gold Acquamarine, Diamonds, Sapphires Cocktail Ring

Folding Moving Butterfly 18k Gold Acquamarine, Diamonds, Sapphires Cocktail Ring

By Pradera Irama

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

Irama Pradera is a Young designer from Spain that searches always for the best gems and combines classic with contemporary mounting and styles. Sleekly crafted in 18K yellow gold an...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Romantic Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Folding Moving Butterfly 18k Gold, Silver Diamonds Rubies Sapphires Ring
Folding Moving Butterfly 18k Gold, Silver Diamonds Rubies Sapphires Ring

Folding Moving Butterfly 18k Gold, Silver Diamonds Rubies Sapphires Ring

By Pradera Irama

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

Irama Pradera is a Young designer from Spain that searches always for the best gems and combines classic with contemporary mounting and styles. Sleekly crafted in 18K white gold the...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Romantic Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

Diamond Amethyst Ring 18K White Gold Cocktail Moving 2.58 TDW Diamonds
Diamond Amethyst Ring 18K White Gold Cocktail Moving 2.58 TDW Diamonds

Diamond Amethyst Ring 18K White Gold Cocktail Moving 2.58 TDW Diamonds

By Estate Jewelry

Located in East Brunswick, NJ

Diamond Amethyst Ring 18K White Gold Cocktail Moving 2.58 TDW Diamonds This amazing large and spectacular ring is crafted in solid 18K White Gold.

Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18kt Yellow Gold Moving Flower Ring with 15.65 ct Pink Sapphires
18kt Yellow Gold Moving Flower Ring with 15.65 ct Pink Sapphires

18kt Yellow Gold Moving Flower Ring with 15.65 ct Pink Sapphires

By Joël Glecer / Orologio

Located in Antwerp, BE

Very Rare and Beautiful 18kt Yellow Gold Moving Flower Ring Set with 15.65 ct Pink Sapphires Sapphires: Hot pink and pink sapphires together approx. 15.65ct Material: 18kt Yellow ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Gold Silver 67 carats Ruby Diamond Lapis Butterfly Ring Moving Wings!
18k Gold Silver 67 carats Ruby Diamond Lapis Butterfly Ring Moving Wings!

18k Gold Silver 67 carats Ruby Diamond Lapis Butterfly Ring Moving Wings!

Located in Yorba Linda, CA

18k Gold Silver 67 carats Ruby Diamond Lapis Butterfly Ring Moving Wings! Gross Weight 32.38 gms 22k / 18k Gold 3 gms Diamonds -3 carats Ruby 4 carats Lapis 60 Carats Silver 15.98gms...

Category

2010s Indian Cocktail Rings

Rolette Diamond ring with moving ball VERY RARE 14KT yellow gold 28.11 grams
Rolette Diamond ring with moving ball VERY RARE 14KT yellow gold 28.11 grams

Rolette Diamond ring with moving ball VERY RARE 14KT yellow gold 28.11 grams

Located in Boca Raton, FL

A stunning artistic casino ring with a flare! A roulette ring made with a moving ball in 14KT gold weighing 28 grams and 0.45 carats of diamond VS-SI clarity and G-H color.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Cartier Trinity Ring
Cartier Trinity Ring

Cartier Trinity Ring

By Cartier

Located in istanbul, TR

TRINITY RING, SMALL MODEL In 1924, Louis Cartier designed a ring formed by three intertwined moving rings.

Category

20th Century French Wedding Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Snake ring in 14k gold
Snake ring in 14k gold

Snake ring in 14k gold

$743Sale Price / item|35% Off

Snake ring in 14k gold

Located in Istanbul, TR

Snake ring in 14k gold. Moving snake ring. Serpenti ring.

Category

2010s Turkish Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

14k Gold

Alex Jona Rough Frosted Yellow Gold Multiple Leaves Ring
Alex Jona Rough Frosted Yellow Gold Multiple Leaves Ring

Alex Jona Rough Frosted Yellow Gold Multiple Leaves Ring

By Alex Jona

Located in Lugano, TI

Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat rough frosted yellow gold multiple moving leaves ring. Ring size: 12 EU/6 US. Dimensions: H 0.84in/21.5mm, W 2in/52mm, D ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Unique 18 K Rose Gold Band Ring with Mandarin Garnets
Unique 18 K Rose Gold Band Ring with Mandarin Garnets

Unique 18 K Rose Gold Band Ring with Mandarin Garnets

Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse

Very special and understated Bandring with a speical feature of a moving Ring inside the ring. 18 K rose Gold band Ring with an inner movable Ring set with 18 vivid orange Mandarin G...

Category

2010s German Modern Band Rings

Materials

Garnet, Mandarin Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Trinity Ring, 18K Gold in White, Rose, Yellow, Size 71, France
Cartier Trinity Ring, 18K Gold in White, Rose, Yellow, Size 71, France

Cartier Trinity Ring, 18K Gold in White, Rose, Yellow, Size 71, France

By Cartier

Located in istanbul, TR

TRINITY RING, CLASSIC MODEL In 1924, Louis Cartier designed a ring formed by three intertwined moving rings.

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

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Pol Bury, Kinetic Ring, Moving Sticks
Pol Bury, Kinetic Ring, Moving Sticks

Pol Bury, Kinetic Ring, Moving Sticks

By Pol Bury

Located in Paris, IDF

Oval Tray Holding Moving Sticks, White Gold, Edition of 8 + 4 artist's proofs, signed and numbered, 2005, duplica of the Editor's certificate, Filippini edition. This research is ba...

Category

Early 2000s Belgian Modernist More Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Diamond Moving Flower Ring 1.73 Carats Unworn
Diamond Moving Flower Ring 1.73 Carats Unworn

Diamond Moving Flower Ring 1.73 Carats Unworn

Located in Geneva, CH

Diamond Moving Flowe Ring 1.73 carats Unworn Mounted in an 18K White Gold The ring size is 53.5 The total weight of the ring is 10 grams Set with 28 Round Diamonds for a total weight...

Category

2010s Swiss Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Carrera Y Carrera Pasodable 2 Moving Disk Ring
Carrera Y Carrera Pasodable 2 Moving Disk Ring

Carrera Y Carrera Pasodable 2 Moving Disk Ring

By Carrera y Carrera

Located in La Jolla, CA

Carrera Y Carrera Pasodable 2 Moving Disk Ring. 18k white gold double moving disk ring set with diamonds weighing a total of 0.6cttw.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond

Moving Golden Balls Ring Set with Diamonds in 18k Gold
Moving Golden Balls Ring Set with Diamonds in 18k Gold

Moving Golden Balls Ring Set with Diamonds in 18k Gold

Located in Kowloon, HK

Total Ring Carat Weight: 1.61cts Gold Purity: 18k Gold Color: Yellow Gold Weight: 6.08g Diamond Type: Natural Diamonds, Conflict-Free Moving Golden Balls Ring Set with Diamonds in 1...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Sculptural Hummingbird Statement Ring Moving Wing in 24K Gold-Dipped Nature
Sculptural Hummingbird Statement Ring Moving Wing in 24K Gold-Dipped Nature

Sculptural Hummingbird Statement Ring Moving Wing in 24K Gold-Dipped Nature

By Mordekai

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Stunning hummingbird ring with moving wing! It’s a unique cocktail size ring to capture everyone’s attention and lift your spirits.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American More Rings

Materials

Gold, Brass

Christian Bauer 18K Yellow Gold Platinum and Palladium "Moving Line" Ring
Christian Bauer 18K Yellow Gold Platinum and Palladium "Moving Line" Ring

Christian Bauer 18K Yellow Gold Platinum and Palladium "Moving Line" Ring

By Christian Bauer

Located in Kirkwood, MO

Christian Bauer 18K Yellow and Palladium Ring "Moving line" Ring. This ring is 5.56 mm wide.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Palladium

Set of 2 Hummingbird Ring with Moving Wing in 24K Gold
Set of 2 Hummingbird Ring with Moving Wing in 24K Gold

Set of 2 Hummingbird Ring with Moving Wing in 24K Gold

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Stunning hummingbird ring with moving wing! It’s a unique cocktail size ring to capture everyone’s attention and lift your spirits.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American More Rings

Materials

Gold, 24k Gold

Andreoli Yellow Sapphire Diamond Moving Petals Flower Cocktail Ring 18k Gold
Andreoli Yellow Sapphire Diamond Moving Petals Flower Cocktail Ring 18k Gold

Andreoli Yellow Sapphire Diamond Moving Petals Flower Cocktail Ring 18k Gold

By Andreoli

Located in New York, NY

Andreoli Yellow Sapphire Diamond Moving Petals Flower Cocktail Ring 18k Gold This Andreoli flower ring DANCES. with each subtle movement of the hand, the petals effortless move indi...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White...

14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring with Free Moving Dark Tahitian Pearl
14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring with Free Moving Dark Tahitian Pearl

14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring with Free Moving Dark Tahitian Pearl

By JT Jewellery Theatre

Located in Hong Kong, HK

- 1 Round Diamond- 0.02 ct, E-F/VS - 11.9 mm Dark Tahitian pearl - 14K Yellow Gold - Weight: 5.02 g - Size: 17 mm This delicate 14K yellow gold ring featuring a free moving delicate...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, 14k Gold

14 Karat White Gold Ring with Free Moving Dark Tahitian Pearl
14 Karat White Gold Ring with Free Moving Dark Tahitian Pearl

14 Karat White Gold Ring with Free Moving Dark Tahitian Pearl

By JT Jewellery Theatre

Located in Hong Kong, HK

- 1 Round Diamond- 0.02 ct, E-F/VS - 12.1 mm Dark Tahitian pearl - 14K White Gold - Weight: 4.69 g - Size: 16 mm This delicate 14K white gold ring that holds a dangling dark Tahitia...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, 14k Gold

Andreoli White Agate Black Diamond Citrine Flower Moving Petals Ring 18KT Gold
Andreoli White Agate Black Diamond Citrine Flower Moving Petals Ring 18KT Gold

Andreoli White Agate Black Diamond Citrine Flower Moving Petals Ring 18KT Gold

By Andreoli

Located in New York, NY

Andreoli White Agate Black Diamond Citrine Flower Moving Petals Ring 18KT Gold Cocktail. This Ring Features, 0.90 carats of full round cut black Diamonds.

Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Agate, Citrine, Black Diamond, Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold

Andreoli Blue Sapphire Diamond Moving Petals Flower Ring 18 Karat White Gold
Andreoli Blue Sapphire Diamond Moving Petals Flower Ring 18 Karat White Gold

Andreoli Blue Sapphire Diamond Moving Petals Flower Ring 18 Karat White Gold

By Andreoli

Located in New York, NY

Andreoli Blue Sapphire Diamond Moving Petals Flower Cocktail Ring 18KT White Gold.

Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold

Bretterbauer Modernist Moving Diamonds 18k 750 and Platinum 950 Ring 22 Grams
Bretterbauer Modernist Moving Diamonds 18k 750 and Platinum 950 Ring 22 Grams

Bretterbauer Modernist Moving Diamonds 18k 750 and Platinum 950 Ring 22 Grams

Located in Lauderdale by the Sea, FL

Not many modern companies have Bretterbauer's attention to detail - only using the finest materials for their designs, flawless diamonds are on every item they create, they do not co...

Category

Early 2000s German Modern More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring with Free Moving White South Sea Pearl
14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring with Free Moving White South Sea Pearl

14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring with Free Moving White South Sea Pearl

By JT Jewellery Theatre

Located in Hong Kong, HK

- 1 Round Diamond- 0.02 ct, F/VS - 9.8 mm White South Sea pearl - 14K Yellow Gold - Weight: 3.60 g - Size: 16 mm This delicate 14K yellow gold ring that holds a dangling white South...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring with Free Moving Golden South Sea Pearl
14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring with Free Moving Golden South Sea Pearl

14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring with Free Moving Golden South Sea Pearl

By JT Jewellery Theatre

Located in Hong Kong, HK

- 1 Round Diamond- 0.02 ct, E-F/VS - 10.5-11 mm Golden South Sea pearl - 14K Yellow Gold - Weight: 3.93 g - Size: 16 mm This delicate 14K yellow gold ring that holds a dangling Gold...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold

14 Karat White Gold Ring with Free Moving White South Sea Pearl
14 Karat White Gold Ring with Free Moving White South Sea Pearl

14 Karat White Gold Ring with Free Moving White South Sea Pearl

By JT Jewellery Theatre

Located in Hong Kong, HK

- 1 Round Diamond- 0.02 ct, E-F/VS - 9.8 mm White South Sea pearl - 14K White Gold - Weight: 3.73 g - Size: 17 mm This delicate 14K white gold ring that holds a dangling white South...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold

Impressionists Unisex Bangle 18 Karat Yellow Gold Moving Gold Beads
Impressionists Unisex Bangle 18 Karat Yellow Gold Moving Gold Beads

Impressionists Unisex Bangle 18 Karat Yellow Gold Moving Gold Beads

By ZEEMOU ZENG

Located in London, GB

Details: 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Gold Beads Width: 6mm This beautifully crafted bangle features hand crafted gold beads set in 18k yellow gold frame. The Impressionists – is a joyfu...

Category

2010s British Artisan Fashion Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Horus Diamond Ego Pincher 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Horus Diamond Ego Pincher 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring

Horus Diamond Ego Pincher 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring

Located in New York, NY

The moving ring creates a gentle clicking sound that gives this ring a unique feature.

Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

De Beers 2.50ct Diamond Moving Star Ring
De Beers 2.50ct Diamond Moving Star Ring

De Beers 2.50ct Diamond Moving Star Ring

By De Beers

Located in London, GB

From the designer De Beers comes this stunning Moving Star Ring. A 0.50 carat round brilliant diamond sits central to the star design, with a further 2.00 carat sat across moving sta...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Piaget Possession Freely Moving Diamond Band Ring
Piaget Possession Freely Moving Diamond Band Ring

Piaget Possession Freely Moving Diamond Band Ring

By Piaget

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A stunning Piaget Possession ring in 18k white gold, set with 35 round brilliant cut diamonds. Seven diamonds are set around the outer edge of each of the 5 bands, which move freely ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Piaget Possession Freely Moving Diamond Band Ring
Piaget Possession Freely Moving Diamond Band Ring

Piaget Possession Freely Moving Diamond Band Ring

By Piaget

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A stunning Piaget Possession ring in 18k white gold, set with 35 round brilliant cut diamonds. Seven diamonds are set around the outer edge of each of the 5 bands, which move freely ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Flower Bouquet Moving Diamonds Sapphire Rubies Ring, 2010
Flower Bouquet Moving Diamonds Sapphire Rubies Ring, 2010

Flower Bouquet Moving Diamonds Sapphire Rubies Ring, 2010

Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv

A ring with a bouquet of moving flowers Diamonds Sapphire Rubies.

Category

2010s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire

Piaget Yellow Gold Freely Moving Possession Band Ring
Piaget Yellow Gold Freely Moving Possession Band Ring

Piaget Yellow Gold Freely Moving Possession Band Ring

By Piaget

Located in Mayfair, London, London

An 18k yellow gold Piaget Possession ring. The 8mm step edge design ring features 3 bands which move freely in a perpetual movement. The ring is a size EU 55/UK P/US 7.5 and has a gr...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

DEAKIN & FRANCIS Ring with Moving Jaw and Diamond Eyes

DEAKIN & FRANCIS Ring with Moving Jaw and Diamond Eyes

By Deakin & Francis

Located in Firenze, IT

PLEASE NOTE: OUR PRICE IS FULLY INCLUSIVE OF SHIPPING, IMPORTATION TAXES & DUTIES The solid silver skull ring has a moving jaw and popping diamond eyes Size 6

Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver

Piaget White Gold Diamond Set Freely Moving Possession Ring
Piaget White Gold Diamond Set Freely Moving Possession Ring

Piaget White Gold Diamond Set Freely Moving Possession Ring

By Piaget

Located in Mayfair, London, London

An 18k white gold ring from the Piaget possession collection. The 8mm step edge design ring features 3 bands which move freely in a perpetual movement, each intermittently set with 7...

Category

Early 2000s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Piaget White Gold Possession Freely Moving Diamond Band Ring
Piaget White Gold Possession Freely Moving Diamond Band Ring

Piaget White Gold Possession Freely Moving Diamond Band Ring

By Piaget

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A stunning Piaget Possession ring in 18k white gold, set with 35 round brilliant cut diamonds. Seven diamonds are set around the outer edge of each of the 5 bands, which move freely ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Diamond Three White Yellow Rose Gold Moving Band Ring
Cartier Diamond Three White Yellow Rose Gold Moving Band Ring

Cartier Diamond Three White Yellow Rose Gold Moving Band Ring

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

This beautiful ring by Cartier is made in the famous three gold – white, yellow and rose.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Folding Moving Butterfly Rose Gold 18 Karat White Diamonds Cocktail Ring
Folding Moving Butterfly Rose Gold 18 Karat White Diamonds Cocktail Ring

Folding Moving Butterfly Rose Gold 18 Karat White Diamonds Cocktail Ring

By Pradera Irama

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

Irama Pradera is a Young designer from Spain that searches always for the best gems and combines classic with contemporary mounting and styles. Sleekly crafted in 18K white gold the...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Romantic Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

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Moving Rings Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact moving rings ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 1 vintage editions and 22 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a moving rings ring may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating a moving rings ring has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Piaget, Andreoli and Bibi van der Velden are consistently popular. A moving rings ring can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 17 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also cabochon cut and heart cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for a moving rings ring, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Moving Rings Ring?

The price for a moving rings ring starts at $450 and tops out at $25,300 with these rings, on average, selling for $5,200.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

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.

Finding the Right Rings for You

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.

Questions About Moving Rings Ring

  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Yes, a wedding ring can be a diamond ring. In fact, you're free to wear any type of ring that appeals to you as a wedding ring. You could opt to wear a solitaire diamond ring to symbolize your wedding vows or a band ring that features multiple diamonds, such as an eternity band that shows diamonds all the way around its surface. Find a large selection of diamond wedding rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    Yes, a solitaire ring can be a wedding ring. Some men choose to wear a ring set with a single gemstone, like a diamond or a sapphire, to symbolize their wedding vows. Women may also opt for solitaire rings. However, it can be difficult to wear a solitaire ring with an engagement ring. You can address this challenge by wearing your wedding ring on your left hand and your engagement ring on your right hand. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of wedding rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Yes, you can wear a diamond ring as a wedding ring if you wish. Your wedding jewelry should reflect your taste and style, so you're free to choose any type of ring you desire. One option is to wear a diamond solitaire as a wedding ring. An eternity wedding band dotted with diamonds is a popular alternative. Many brides opt for two identical eternity bands, wearing one on either side of the engagement ring as guard rings. Shop a wide range of diamond wedding rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    What makes an engagement ring an engagement ring is your decision that a particular piece of jewelry represents your promise to get married. There are no rules when it comes to engagement rings. Any ring that appeals to you can serve as a symbol of your engagement. Shop a variety of antique, vintage and contemporary engagement rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, you can use your engagement ring as your wedding ring. Although many people choose to wear a separate wedding band, you're free to have your new spouse slip your engagement ring onto your finger during your wedding ceremony. In this case, you would forego wearing a wedding band entirely. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of antique and vintage engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    What a three-ring wedding ring means is largely a matter of personal interpretation. However, many people associate the top engagement ring with the promise of marriage, the middle ring or wedding ring with the promise of vows and the third ring or eternity ring with anniversaries. Shop a collection of wedding rings from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    Whether your wedding ring should match your engagement ring is up to personal preference. Many people choose engagement rings and wedding rings that complement one another in shape, color and materials. However, you're free to choose whatever rings appeal to you. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of wedding and engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The difference between a promise ring and an engagement ring is what each type of jewelry symbolizes. An engagement ring represents a promise to marry, usually sometime relatively soon. Promise rings ordinarily mean that a couple would like to one day marry but isn't yet ready to become formally engaged. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of engagement rings and promise rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A wish ring, or wishbone ring, is a ring made from metals like gold or silver and shaped somewhat like a wishbone. The rings feature a “V” shape, often with small diamonds or gemstones accenting the curve. Many people wear wish rings as good luck charms. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of expertly-vetted vintage and contemporary wishbone rings from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    Deco rings are rings made in the style of Art Deco. The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. Shop a collection of vintage and modern Art Deco rings from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A spinel ring is a ring that holds a spinel gemstone. This gemstone is hard enough to withstand everyday wear and adored for its brilliance. One can find a spinel gemstone in a variety of colors such as pink, purple, black, and red.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A channel ring is a ring that features diamond accents or a “channel” formed by two strips of precious metal. The grooves in the ring hold the diamonds in place.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A Novo ring is a diamond ring in platinum from revered American luxury house Tiffany & Co. This design is available with a round, emerald, cushion-cut or princess-cut center diamond.. On 1stDibs you will find a variety of vintage Tiffany Novo rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A ring with baguettes is any ring featuring a baguette cut stone. A baguette cut is a thin, elongated rectangular stone named after the French word for a long and narrow loaf of bread. Browse a wide selection of rings with a variety of cuts, including the baguette, on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A reversible ring is one that you can wear on your finger in two different ways. Also called a flip ring, the jewelry features a spinning center that usually features one gemstone on one side and a different one on the other. Shop a selection of reversible rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    An aqeeq ring is an ornate ring with Agate stone. It is from the quartz family and comes in lots of color variations. Aqeeq is one of the oldest gemstones and holds a special place in Islam.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    Anchors have been used for centuries for keeping boats and ships stable while at sea. As a symbol, an anchor is significant for those starting a new journey, going through tough times or those looking for positivity. An anchor ring can be designed in several ways and is a unisex symbol of strength.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A ballerina ring is a ring that features a cluster design, often with an array of gems flaring out from the center in a radiant pattern, reminiscent of a ballerina’s tutu. Browse a collection of beautiful ballerina rings from top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A bishop's ring, also known as an episcopal ring, is worn by a bishop on the ring finger of the right hand — signifying fidelity and union with the church. These rings are usually a circle of gold set with a precious gemstone such as amethyst. Find a collection of vintage and antique rings on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A shank on a ring is another word for the band. It is the portion of the ring that encircles the finger.