Emma Chapman 14k Yellow Gold Rose Cut Pink Diamond Ring
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
Ring size -UK - N/US - 6.75 7mm x 4mm The ring can be resized
Pink Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Impressive Platinum and Diamond Toi et Moi Ring
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
Ring size - 54/N/7 Marked - unmarked but tests as platinum Total diamond weight - 5.01 carat Total weight of piece - 5.26 grams
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Tourmaline Peridot and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Peridot Quality Cut Emerald Content 3.12 carats Tourmaline Quality Color Pink Cut Round Faceted Content 1.94 carats Diamond Quality Color (average grades) H Clarity (average grades...
Diamond, Peridot, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold
Antique Circa 1920 Platinum Emerald 0.57ct & Diamond 1.20ct Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Emerald Quality; Color Green Cut Square faceted Content 0.57 carat Dimensions 4.71mm x 4.60mm x 3.41mm Diamond Quality: Color (average grades) G Clarity (average grades) SI2 Cut Old...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique 3.31 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Color M Clarity VS1 Cut Old European Content 3.03 carats Dimensions 8.94mm (length) x 8.93mm (width) x 5.95mm (depth) Supporting Diamonds Color (aver...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Platinum Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring, 1.00ct, Circa 1990
Located in London, GB
- Vintage diamond cluster engagement ring - 0.25ct round brilliant cut diamond centre (J / SI2) - 8 round brilliant-cut diamonds totalling approx 0.75ct (I-J / SI1-SI2) - Millegrain...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Edwardian 0.25ct Diamond 18ct Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
HALLMARKS & MARKS Stamped: 18c MEASUREMENTS Ring Size – UK N / US 6.75 Setting – 5 mm x 4 mm (0.20 in x 0.16 in) Band Width – 1.5 mm (0.06 in) Weight – 1.6 g Estimated Diamond ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Bulgari BVLGARI BVLGARI Onyx Signet Ring in Yellow Gold
By Bulgari
Located in London, England
It looks great alone or alongside other rings.For size reference, the ring is currently a UK size N (US size 6 ½), but this can be sized upon request for a perfect fit.
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 3.40ct Cabochon Cut Emerald and 2.72ct Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Emerald Quality Color Green (Colombian) Transparency Transparent Cut Cabochon Content 3.40 carats Dimensions 12.80mm x 8.30mm x 4.40mm Diamond Quality Color (average grades) G Clari...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique and Vintage 1.01 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of vintage rings. Diamond Quality Color I Clarity VS2 Cut Old European Content 1.01 carat Di...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 0.13ct Diamond and 14ct Yellow Gold Snake Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine vintage 14k yellow gold snake ring. Diamond Quality Colour G Clarity VVS2 Cut Round Brilliant Conten...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique French Diamond and Yellow Gold Gent's Ring, circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Color G Clarity VS1 Cut Old European Content 0.67 carat Dimensions 5.33mm x 5.27mm x 3.72mm Dimensions Height of setting 5.66mm/0.22" Ring Size UK Size N 1/2 USA Si...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Natural Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Sapphire Quality Color Natural blue Cut Oval / Round Content 0.56 carat Diamond Quality Color (average grades) G Clarity (average grades) SI 2 Cut Modern brilliant round Content (to...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1.50 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Sapphire Quality Color Blue Cut Cushion Mixed / Round Mixed Content 1.50 carats Diamond Quality Color (average grades) G Clarity (average grades) SI2 Cut Old European round Content ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Diamond Platinum Snake Ring, Circa 1970
Located in London, GB
Stamped PL900 to the inside of the ring. Width: 13mm at the widest point The ring is a finger size UK N 1/2, USA size 6 3/4.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Style Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Domed Bombe Ring
Located in Braintree, GB
Dimensions Ring size: UK N / US 6¾ / EU 54 Weight: 6.66 g Specifications - Metal: Platinum, PT 950 Certificate: Geneve Gemslab no.
Platinum
2.94 Carat Aquamarine and 1.10 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Aquamarine Quality Color Blue Cut Oval Faceted Content 2.94 carats Dimensions 12.09mm x 8.14mm x 5.56mm Diamond Quality Color (average grades) G Clarity (average grades) VS2 Cut Rad...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
$16,351Sale Price|52% Off
Princess Diana Ruby Ring – 1.54ct Untreated Ruby (Swiss-Certified)
Located in London, GB
Masterfully and intricately crafted by hand. 18k rose gold and VVS1 diamonds. Ring size: 53.1mm (US), N (UK) A signature creating from the Serendi Collection by JABIR.
Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
0.69ct Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring in 18k White Gold, 2005
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The diamond has been graded as a P2 clarity, this does not detract from the overall aesthetic appearance, and the ring has been priced accordingly. Diamond Quality Color G Clarity P...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Boucheron Yellow Gold Serpent Boheme Ring JRG01948
By Boucheron
Located in Mayfair, London, London
There are 32 round brilliant cut diamonds with a total weight of 1.26ct. The ring is a size UK N - EU 53 and has a gross weight of 13.90 grams.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emma Chapman 14k Yellow Gold Sri Lankan Blue Sapphire Stacking Ring
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
Ring size UK -N/US -6.75 Dimensions - 8mm x 4mm
Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Style Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Octagonal Target Ring
Located in Braintree, GB
Dimensions Ring size: UK N / US 6¾ / EU 54 Weight: 5.41 g Specifications - Metal: Platinum, PT 950 Certificate: Geneve Gemslab no.
Platinum
1920s Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Sapphire Quality Color Blue Cut Oval mixed Content 0.22 carat Dimensions 3.50mm x 3.47mm x 1.95mm Diamond Quality Color (average grades) H Clarity (average grades) SI2 Cut Old Europ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Style Platinum Mozambique Ruby and Diamond Navette Ring
Located in Braintree, GB
Mozambique has been the principal new source of fine ruby since the Montepuez deposits opened in 2009. Dimensions Ring size: UK N / US 6¾ / EU 54 Weight: 4.27 g Specifications - M...
Platinum
Contemporary 1.92ct Diamond Five-Stone Ring, 18k Gold, Birmingham 2001
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Central Diamond Color H Clarity SI2 Cut Modern brilliant round Content 0.54 carat Supporting Diamonds Color (average grades) H Clarity (average grades) VS2 - SI2 Cut...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
1.82 Carat Diamond and Platinum Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Color J Clarity VVS1 Cut Old European round Content 1.30 carats Dimensions 6.73mm x 6.68mm x 4.08mm Supporting Diamonds Color (average grades) G/H Cl...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Style Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Pierced Navette Ring
Located in Braintree, GB
Pierced work of this kind is what platinum made possible: no other white metal is strong enough to hold a setting this open. Dimensions Ring size: UK N½ / US 7 / EU 54.5 Weight: 6.0...
Platinum
Antique 0.20ct Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring, Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Color (average grades) G Clarity (average grades) VS2 Cut Eight-cut Content (total) 0.20 carat Dimensions Length of Setting 1.14cm/0.45" Width of Setting 1.06cm/0.42...
Diamond, Platinum
1970s Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Sapphire Quality Color Blue Cut French Content 0.28 carat Diamond Quality Color (average grades) G Clarity (average grades) SI2 Cut Modern brilliant round Content (total) 0.48 carat...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s 14.12 Carat Oval Cut Topaz Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Topaz Quality Color Blue Cut Oval Content 14.12 carats Dimensions 15.06mm x 11.38mm x 8.81mm Dimensions Length of setting 1.65cm/0.64" Width of setting 1.20cm/0.47" Height of settin...
Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Diamond Full Eternity Engagement Ring in White Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Color (average grades) G/H Clarity (average grades) VS2-SI1 Cut Modern brilliant round Content (total) 0.84 carat Number of Diamonds 21 Weight 2.99 grams Dimension...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1950s, French Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Color (average grades) F/G Clarity (average grades) VS2-SI1 Cut Transitional modern brilliant round Content (total) 0.75 carat Number of Diamonds 22 Dimensions Wid...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 3.26 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this antique engagement rings. Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Color F Clarity SI2 Cut Old European Content 2...
Diamond, Platinum
18K Rose Gold Zirkonia Engagement Ring, 1 Carat, Netherlands
Located in Heemstede, NL
Features: Material: 18k rose gold Gemstone: zirkone, about 1 carat Cut: round Setting: open Size gemstone: 8 mm x 8 mm x 2 mm Weight: about 3 grams Ring size: EU 17, 7 (US), N 1/2 ...
Spinel, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique French 1.22 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Color J Clarity VS2 Cut Round Brilliant Content 1.16 carats Dimensions 6.49mm x 4.39mm Supporting Diamonds Color (average grades) G Clarity (average ...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 6ct Natural Emerald & Diamond Cluster Ring, 18KT Gold
Located in Braintree, GB
Dimensions Ring Size: UK N / US 6.75 / EU 53.5 Head Width: approximately 18 mm Head Length: approximately 22 mm Specifications Metal: 18KT Yellow Gold Weight: 8.3 grams Gemstone: N...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
$628Sale Price|20% Off
Genuine Moss in Snow Serpentine Jade Ring
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Total Weight: 1.60g Ring Size: 7 (US), N 1/2 (UK), 16 (HK), 17.3mm (Diameter)
Jade
1900s Seed Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Color (average grades) G Clarity (average grades) P1 Cut Old European round Content (total) 0.05 carat Dimensions Length of setting 8mm/0.31" Width of setting 7.50mm...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Boucheron Vintage 8.24 Carat Diamond and Platinum Ring
By Boucheron
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Color Natural Light Yellow Clarity SI1 Cut Round Brilliant Content 6.08 carats Dimensions 11.90mm x 12.03mm x 6.85mm Supporting Diamonds Color (avera...
Diamond, Platinum
2.38 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Color H Clarity SI1 Cut Old European Content 2.29 carats Dimensions 8.44mm x 8.57mm x 5.17mm Supporting Diamonds Color (approximate) H Clarity (appro...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 3.44 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine Art Deco diamond cocktail ring in platinum. Diamond Quality Feature Diamond One Colour F Clarity SI1...
Diamond, Platinum
0.22 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Colour J Clarity VS2 Cut Modern Brilliant Round Content 0.22 carat Dimensions 3.70mm x 2.16mm Dimensions Height of setting 4.22mm / 0.16' Ring Size UK Size N USA Si...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian-style 1.20ct Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring in Platinum
Located in London, GB
- Victorian inspired three stone diamond engagement ring - 1.10ct antique old European-cut centre diamond (J / SI2) - 2 x Old European-cut diamond shoulders, total approx. 0.10ct (H-...
Diamond, Platinum
1990s Vintage French Emerald and Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Emerald Quality Color Green Cut Oval mixed Content 0.45 carat Dimensions 6.00mm x 4.88mm x 2.43mm Diamond Quality Color (average grades) G Clarity (average grades) VS2 Cut Modern br...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1.95ct Turquoise Five Stone Ring, 18k Yellow Gold, Circa 1880
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Turquoise Quality Cut Cabochon Content 1.95 carats Dimensions Width of setting 7.76mm/0.31' Height of setting 4.88mm/0.19' Ring Size UK Size N 1/2 USA Size 6 3/4 The ring size may...
Turquoise, Yellow Gold
2000s Emerald and Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Dimensions Length of setting 1.55cm/0.61" Width across setting 1.63cm/0.64" Height of setting 6mm/0.23" Ring Size UK Size N USA Size 6 1/2 This ring may be professionally adjusted i...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
22ct yellow gold Ruby and Diamond engagement ring
Located in London, GB
The ring is available in a size N 1/2 and features a stunning mix of secondary and main stones, with a beautiful ruby as the main stone.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Antique 0.51ct Diamond Platinum Cluster Ring, Circa 1920, Unisex
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Colour (average grades) H Clarity (average grades) SI1 Cut Eight Content 0.51 carat Number of Diamonds 16 Dimensions Width of setting 1.05cm/0.41' Height of setting...
Diamond, Platinum
Pearl 2.35ct Diamond 18ct White Gold Ballerina Ring
Located in New York, NY
ERA 2005 - Vintage HALLMARKS 750 RING SIZE UK - N US - 6¾ MEASUREMENTS Diameter - 2.2cm / 0.8" Height - 1.6cm / 0.6" Weight - 13.34g GEMSTONES Diamonds x 32 Baguette Cut - 2.35ct...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
5.48ct Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Ring, Platinum
Located in London, GB
Dimensions: Height: 26.25mm / 1.03in Length: 21.04 mm / 0.82 inch Width: 10.09mm / 0.39 ...
Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Contemporary 1.52 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Color H Clarity VVS2 Cut Square Princess Content 1.52 carats Dimensions 6.28mm x 6.55mm x 3.85mm Dimensions Height of setting 5.6mm/0.22" Ring Size UK Size N 1/2 US...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 17.50 Carat Star Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Sapphire Quality Type Star Cut Cabochon Content 17.50 carats Dimensions 14.76mm (length) x 12.38mm (width) x 11.35mm (depth) Diamond Quality Color (average grades) G Clarity (averag...
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.62 Carat Aquamarine 0.96 Carat Sapphire 0.28 Carat Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this emerald cut aquamarine ring with diamonds. Aquamarine Quality Cut Emerald Content 2.62 carats Sapphire Q...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Style Platinum Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Flowerhead Cluster Ring
Located in Braintree, GB
The report names the origin as Sri Lanka, still traded under its older name of Ceylon for sapphire. Dimensions Ring size: UK N / US 6¾ / EU 54 Weight: 3.92 g Specifications - Meta...
Platinum
Antique 1.75 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine platinum marquise engagement ring. Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Color G Clarity VS2 Cut Marquise ...
Diamond, Platinum
1950s French 2.06 Carat Diamond and Emerald White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Color I Clarity VS2 Cut Old European round Content 1.55 carats Dimensions 7.33mm x 7.20mm x 4.89mm Supporting Diamonds Color (average grades) I Clari...
Emerald, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 0.65ct Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring, 1901 England
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Color (average grades) G/H/I Clarity (average grades) VS2-SI2 Cut Old European round Content (total) 0.65 carat Dimensions Length of setting 5.95mm/0.23" Width of se...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Style Platinum, Ruby & Diamond Ring Circa 2000s
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
Diamonds: One natural round brilliant cut, I-J colour, VVS material, estimated total weight 0.45ct Twenty-six natural single cut, 1.30mm-2.32mm, good material, estimated total weight...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage Diamond and 1.10 Carat Emerald 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this impressive vintage emerald flower ring with diamonds. Emerald Quality Cut Round Faceted Content 1.10 cara...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
1.86 Carat Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring in Platinum
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality: Feature Diamond: Colour J Clarity SI1 Cut Round Brilliant Content 1.74 carats Dimensions 7.98mm (length) x 8.09mm (width) x 4.44mm (depth) Supporting Diamonds Colo...
Diamond, 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 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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