Art Nouveau Burmese Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Pairs of additional rubies and rose cut diamonds complete the ensemble before the ring is finished by an undulating band at the back.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Peter Suchy EGL 1.03 Carat Diamond Gold Triple Halo Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Cushion cut three-stone diamond halo engagement ring. At the center of this ring is a 1.03ct cushion cut EGL certified diamond which is framed by a halo of round cut diamons.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
5.10 Carat Natural Aquamarine and Diamond 14 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
5.10 Carats Natural Aquamarine and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring Total Natural Oval Cut Aquamarine Weights: Approx. 4.20 Carats Aquamarine Measures: Approx. 12.90 x 10mm Natu...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
10 Karat Two-Tone Gold and Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 10 Karat Two-Tone Gold and Diamond Ring- This lovely ring features three round European cut diamonds and 13 rose cut diamonds set in beautifully detailed 10K white and yello...
Diamond, Gold
Victorian Pearl Ruby and Diamond Navette Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful Victorian 18ct yellow gold navette ring. The ring has been set with 3 central pearls, 4 rose cut diamonds and a border of stunning rich red rubies.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
Morganite Orange Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
(approx. total weight) Size: US 3 - 8 available Center Gemstones Type: Morganite Shape: Emerald Cut Size: 10 x 8 mm. Number: 1 Weight: 2.70 Carat (approx. total weight) Accent Gems...
Diamond, Morganite, Sapphire, Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
9.20 Carat Natural Aquamarine and Diamond 14 Karat Solid White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
9.20 Carats Natural Aquamarine and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Ring Total Natural Emerald Cut Aquamarine Weights: Approx. 8.00 Carats Aquamarine Measures: 12 x 10mm Aquamarine Tr...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Canary Diamond Jade Ring 18K Gold Vintage Cocktail
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Canary Diamond Jade Ring 18K Gold Vintage Cocktail This terrific vintage ring is finely crafted in solid 18K Yellow gold with a hint of Rose gold.
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
Chain Link Diamond Link Stirrup Ring Stackable Band 14K Gold LR51248
By Gabriel & Co.
Located in Austin, TX
The details for this link ring are listed below: Metal Quality: 14 karat rose gold (stamped) Complete Ring Weight: 4.1 grams Ring Size: 6.5 US Band Width: 5.8 mm across the top ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Antique European Ring 2.7 ctw. Diamonds solid 18K Gold Silver ØUS6/ 10gr
Located in SE
Openwork dome shaped crown 21 mm x 10 mm deep consisting of 3 circular tiers of Silver clusters holding 25 rose cut Diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Art Deco palm 2 cts diamond ring in platinum
Located in PARIS, FR
It is surrounded by 10 old-cut and rose-cut diamonds. The shoulders of the ring are simply decorated with three fine gadroons.
Diamond, Platinum
Victor Mayer Ring Peacock Silver Enamel 18k White Gold 8 Diamonds 0.16 ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Peacock Silver Enamel Ring in 18k White Gold with Diamonds Ring Peacock, 18k WG, vitreous enamel, 8 diamonds total 0.16 ct, G VS brilliant cut, heliodor Reference: V145...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victor Mayer Soirée Tourmaline Enamel Ring 18k White Gold/Yellow Gold Diamonds
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
The company is working with gold, gemstones as well as diamonds. Reference: V1000/OP/10/00/109 Description: 18k white gold/yellow gold Vitreous enamel: opal white Diamonds: 174 diam...
Tourmaline, Diamond, White Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold
$1,103Sale Price / item|20% Off
14k Gold Gemstone Clover Ring Solid Gold Diamond
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
DON'T HESITATE TO ASK FOR ADDITIONAL DISCOUNTS ON TOP OF THE CURRENT DISCOUNT *** Details *** - Gold :- 14k Solid Gold - Gold Color :- Rose Gold / Yellow Gold / White Gold (WRITE A ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
$976Sale Price / item|20% Off
10k Gold Gemstone Clover Ring Solid Gold Diamond
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
DON'T HESITATE TO ASK FOR ADDITIONAL DISCOUNTS ON TOP OF THE CURRENT DISCOUNT *** Details *** - Gold :- 10k Solid Gold - Gold Color :- Rose Gold / Yellow Gold / White Gold (WRITE A ...
Diamond, 10k Gold
Art Deco Ring Diamonds total 0.22 ct W VS from a dazzlingly History of 1930to40
Located in Viena, Viena
elegant sawn work in the form of arabesques combined with a high-quality full-cut brilliant-cut diamond in transition cut of 0.20 ct, W (white) / VS (very small inclusions) and two d...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique European Halo Ring 1ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Silver Ø US10.25 /4.6g
Located in SE
Band is not hallmarked / tested 18K White Gold , flower crown is made of Silver. 12 rose cut Diamonds arranged in flower pattern, 10 with closed backs and all foiled under, 2 on th...
Diamond, Silver, 18k Gold
Victor Mayer Solitaire Enamel Ring 18k Yellow Gold/White Gold with Diamonds
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Solitaire Enamel Ring 18k Yellow Gold/White Gold with Diamonds Ring Solitaire, 18k GG, vitreous enamel, 10 diamonds total 0.10 ct, G VS, Rhodolite Reference: V1738/FO/8...
Rhodolite, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Victor Mayer Soirée Emerald Green Enamel Ring 18k White Gold with 68 Diamonds
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
The company is working with gold, gemstones as well as diamonds. Ring Soirée, 18k WG, vitreous enamel, 68 diamonds total 0.63 ct, G VS brilliant cut, green tourmaline Reference: V10...
Emerald, Diamond, Enamel, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Platinum 1940s Aquamarine & Diamond Halo Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Set with a gorgeous, faceted-cushion cut, natural aquamarine. Mounted in platinum, with a beautiful halo of sparkling, natural, rose cut diamonds.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Turqouise Vitreous Enamel Ring 18k White Gold 0, 5ct Solitaire 10 diamonds total
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
There’s a hint of the old ways in Victor Mayer jewellery, but the company itself is distinctly innovative, finding new methods to accentuate the details and aesthetics of their luxur...
Diamond, Enamel, White Gold, 18k Gold
Sonia B. Diamond Flower Motif Textured Cocktail Ring in Two-Tone 14 Karat Gold
By Sonia B. Designs
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 14K Yellow and Rose Gold Ring Size: 5 Natural Diamonds: .10 Carat Total Weight Diamond cut: Round Brilliant Diamond color: I-J Diamond Clarity: SI Ornament Width: 21.25 grams ...
Diamond, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
English Georgian 1780 Ring in 14 Kt Gold and Silver with Diamonds and Turquoise
Located in Miami, FL
Some of our collection of Georgian gemstone rings. Popular cuts for diamonds included 'rose cut', 'old mine cut' and 'table cut.
Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Rare GIA Certified Type 2A I Flawless 6.00 Carat Natural Pink Oval Diamond Ring
Located in Tustin, CA
Extremely rare and highly sought after, estate GIA Certified Type 2a or IIa large oval cut 6.00 carat natural pink diamond and white diamond three stone ring set in 18 karat white an...
Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Solitaire 1ct Salt & Pepper Diamond Grey Enamel 18k White Gold Ring total 1.17ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Solitaire 1 ct Salt & Pepper Diamond Light Grey Enamel Ring 18k White Gold with 10 Diamonds total 0.10 ct, G VS About Victor Mayer Sensual, exotic, urbane and con...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel, White Gold
Ancient Style 18k Gold Ring with Natural Diamonds, Large Gold Band Made in Italy
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
❥ Details Band measurements: approx. 10mm wide , approx 2 mm thick Material: 18 solid gold Color: white gold, yellow gold and rose gold Stone Type: 100% Natural Diamonds Shape: 13...
Diamond, 18k Gold
New 18k & 14k Gold Gia Fancy Dark Yellow Brown Solitaire W/ Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This gorgeous, custom made, diamond ring is newly crafted in solid 18k white gold with a 14k rose gold center basket and prongs, and features an amazing, 1.05 carat, GIA certified ov...
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Ancient Style 14k Gold Ring with Natural Diamonds, Large Gold Band Made in Italy
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
❥ Details Band measurements: approx. 10mm wide , approx 2 mm thick Material: 14K solid gold Color: white gold, yellow gold and rose gold Stone Type: 100% Natural Diamonds Shape: 1...
Diamond, 14k Gold
1920s German Ring Sapphire solid 14K Rose Gold Ø 7.25 US/1.7gr
Located in SE
Antique German Ring in Rose Gold featuring old cushion cut natural Sapphire 4 mm x 3 mm / ca 0.2 ct .
Sapphire, 14k Gold
Smoky Quartz Briolette Ring 12x12 mm 7 ct made in Italy perfect Combination Ring
Located in Viena, Viena
a timeless piece of jewelry, made in a traditional goldsmith manufactory in Valenza/Italy, ring with a square smoky quartz briolette with checkerboard facets approx. 6.96 ct, approx....
Quartz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
ART DECO 1930 Platinum Cocktail Ring With Star Blue Moonstone & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Moonstone: Mount in the center with four concealed prongs, with 1 oval cabochon cut of a star blue moonstone (18 x 14 x 10 mm) with a weight of about 17.45 carats.
Diamond, Moonstone, White Diamond, Platinum
French 20th Century Rubies Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
A delightful early 20th century ring, its front holds an openwork motif of 2 fleur-de-lis and two small crescents, all set with small rose-cut diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Platinum Diamond Cluster Ring, Circa 1900, 1.00 Ct Total
Located in Napoli, IT
Edwardian Sensual and sinuous ballerina design ring, Platinum hand crafted as unique, 1900 ca Fine openwork with a timeless Edwardian design, set with vertical trio of Diamonds encir...
Diamond, Platinum
19th Century Ruby Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Silver Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, and silver. Delightful antique ring, it is decorated on its top with 5 oval rubies in fall surmounted on both sides of a line of 2x7 rose-cut diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Art Deco Gold Ring With Diamonds, Western Europe, Circa 1930s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
The openwork form of the ring, 19 mm high, is decorated with an old brilliant cut diamond weighing approx. 0.10 ct, and 10 rose cut diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Leon Mege Ring with Natural Strawberry Spinel, Diamonds and Sapphires
By Leon Mege
Located in New York, NY
Natural spinel 2.30 carats certified by GIA #1192251658 10 natural unheated blue sapphires 2.18 carat total 24 white premium grade rose cut diamonds 0.80 carat total Micro pave coll...
Diamond, Sapphire, Spinel, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian 10K Yellow Gold Silver Amethyst Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
This beautiful ring features an amethyst in the center with rose cut diamonds around it.
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Georgian Circa 1780 18K Gold Silver Ruby Diamond Urn Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Magnificent Georgian period Urn ring set with natural untreated Ruby and Diamond, possibly Burma, in 18 KT and silver Elaborate scroll work with the Urn in the middle beautifully ado...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Edwardian 14K White Gold Filigree Ring, 0.45ct Diamond, Circa 1910s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Measuring 19 mm long by 10 mm wide on the finger and weighing 3.1 grams, this ring has a graceful, elongated silhouette typical of Edwardian style.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco platinum ring with sapphires and diamonds circa 1920/1930
Located in Chorzów, PL
The central sapphire is surrounded by old cut 8/8 and rose cut diamonds weighing 0.30ct and a row of small natural sapphires on each side.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
18K Two Tone Gold Oval Citrine Diamond Ring Size 6.75 #16452
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage GAI Certified 18K Two Tone Gold Citrine Diamond Ring Size 6.75 This stunning ring is set with a genuine gorgeous oval rose cut green citrine stone and rose cut diamonds.
Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Signet Hawk Ring Unisex solid 14K Rose Green Gold Ø US7.5 US/ 8.2gr
Located in SE
Traces of old down- resizing. This ring may be sized up to US 10 for additional payment.
18k Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald and Trillium Diamond Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
The center of the ring features a beautiful 0.68 Carat oval cut Emerald accompanied by 2 Trillium cut Diamonds total weight of 0.60 Carat.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified Natural Jade, Rubies & Diamond Bee Cocktail Ring. Best Imperial Green!
Located in Hong Kong, HK
In this fine setting are one rose cut diamond 0.09cts, one round brilliant diamond (bee's head) 0.19cts and 41 round brilliant diamonds 0.47cts.
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Portuguese Ring Diamonds solid 19K Gold Silver ØUS6.5 /3.4gr
Located in SE
Measurements: crown is 16mm x 10 mm x 3mm deep Central asscher cut Diamond 2.5m x 2.5mm x 2.1mm deep / 0.12 ct , two old diamond cut Diamonds Ø2.5 mm / 0.08ct each.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
EDWARDIAN 1905 Cocktail Ring In Platinum With 14.16 Ctw Turquoise & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
The ring is beautifully made up with great proportions in a navette shape and is embellished with a gorgeous selection of natural earth mined gemstones, such; thirty-four European Ro...
Diamond, Turquoise, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold
1916 Halo Ring natural 0.6ct. Sapphire Diamonds 18K Gold/ ØUS6/ 1.7gr
Located in SE
Ten Diamonds all rose cut Ø 1.25 mm / ca.0.01ct. each, total weight of diamonds here ca. 0.1 ctw.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$8,459Sale Price|25% Off
Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Green and White Diamond Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
The ring features 12 brilliant-cut white diamonds with a total weight of 0,62 Carats and 84 brilliant-cut green diamonds with a total weight of 1.28 Carats.
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Moonstone Brilliant Ring 7.30 ct 0.68 ct elegant Winter Colors 7.30 ct 0.68 ct
Located in Viena, Viena
a timeless piece of jewelry, made in a traditional goldsmith's factory in Valenza/Italy, a square moonstone cabochon in the beautiful winter color orange-beige, approx. 7.30 ct, AAA+...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
The Precious - Halo Diamond Black Opal Engagement Ring 14K Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
We only use high-quality Natural Opals (NO synthetics or imitations) for our jewelry. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$349Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K Gold filled Signet ring with 0.06 Carat Natural Diamond
Located in Bangkholem , Bangkok Thailand
Gold filled jewelry is an economical alternative to solid gold. *** Details *** - Metal: - 18K Yellow Genuine Gold Filled - Gold Color: - Rose Gold / Yellow Gold / White Gold (WRITE...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold-filled
Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Round Opal w/ 0.20ctw Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Polished. Nice opal. Diamonds rough rose cut. Original finish & patina preserved.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Emerald Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This stunning multicolor Byzantine style ring features 10 Brilliant cut Diamonds in a total weight of 0.32 Carat, a center Pear Shape Ruby, 2 Marquise Cut Rubies, 10 Brilliant cut Sa...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sa...
FRENCH 1925 Art-Deco Platinum Cocktail Ring With 4.88 Ctw Sapphires & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Diamonds: Mounted around in four-prongs and French pave settings, with 43 mixed European and rose cut diamonds, with a combined weight of about 3.04 carats, white colorless F/G/H col...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
French 1925s Art Deco Sapphire Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Shuttle Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
The setting of this Art Deco ring is shuttle-shaped, with cut ends. In the center, a shuttle-cut sapphire is set in an openwork, chased design adorned with rose-cut diamonds and 4 sm...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 14ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Opal & Diamond Oval Shaped Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Opal & Diamond Oval Cluster Ring 14ct Gold Stamped Circa 1910 Introducing a stunning Edwardian 14ct gold cluster ring, featuring one oval opal at its centre surrounded by...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Ring natural Sapphire Diamonds solid 18K Gold Silver Ø6US/3.55gr
Located in SE
Six natural rose cut Diamonds with ca. Ø 2 mm each. Size: US Ø 6 / 16.51 mm.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Cushion 1.01cts Diamond GIA D-VS1 18K Gold Halo Engagement Ring
By Dover Jewelry
Located in Miami, FL
This stunning Diamond ring is crafted in 18K rose gold. Displaying a prominent four prong set emerald cut diamond approx. 1.01 CT, D color, VS1 clarity.
Diamond, 18k Gold
1917 Ring natural 2.3ct Aquamarine Diamonds solid 18K Gold Silver ØUS5.25/ 2.9gr
Located in SE
Twenty rose cut Diamonds Ø 1.5 mm - 1.75 mm / or ca. 0.02 ct each, foiled with closed backs.
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Garnet Diamond Thick Wide Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
The gorgeous ring features a Brilliant cut Garnet total weight of 2.87 Carat and 10 Brilliant cut White Diamonds with a total weight of 0.36 Carat.
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow 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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