Three-Row Round Diamond Half-Way Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A brilliant piece of jewelry featuring three rows of round brilliant diamonds of 0.98 carat total, set half-way in an 18 karat white gold mounting. Size 6.25 US, resizable upon reque...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18ct White Gold, Diamond Daisy Illusion Cluster Ring, Hallmarked Birmingham 1970
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Diamond Daisy Ring 18ct White Gold Hallmarked London 1970 Makers Mark D & Co Introducing a stunning 18ct white gold vintage diamond daisy ring. The ring features 9 natu...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,719Sale Price|20% Off
18K Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Ring, 0.49ct G/H SI, Size 6.75
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with this stunning 18k yellow gold cluster ring, featuring a captivating round stone at its center.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Cocktail Bypass Band - 14k Bag & Rd 1.00ctw Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 4 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 1/2 a size for $60 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1.00ctw Cut: Baguette & Round Brilliant Color: F - G ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Diamond 1.06 Carats 18KT White Gold Duo Cluster Statement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Dazzling Baguette and round-cut diamonds form a spectacular cluster in this stunning white gold duo cluster ring in Bypass Spilt Shank.
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
1.29 Carat Natural Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring 1.29 Carat Natural Blue Sapphire and 0.84 Carat Diamond set in Platinum. Sapphires have extraordinary durability - they excel in hardness as well as toughn...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$2,024Sale Price / item|20% Off
Statement Illusion Diamond Wedding Cluster Ring in 18K Solid Rose Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Statement cluster diamond ring in 18K Gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to learning and spiritual healing. This gorgeous ring is a perfect bridesmaid...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 0.60 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A very good 0.60 carat natural sapphire and 0.22 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold, platinum set cluster ring; part of our vintage jewellery and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Floral Halo Cluster Natural Diamond Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
All our jewelry pieces are certified by a third-party laboratory such as IGI, HRD, IDGL, GIN, or SGL. This floral cluster ring features central round natural diamonds framed by a la...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,400Sale Price / item|20% Off
Natural Cluster Ruby and Diamond Wedding Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural Cluster Ruby and Diamond Wedding Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural ruby of 4.54 carats and diamonds of 0.59 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat and Platinum Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This classic cluster ring holds a central sapphire and diamonds around the edges all set in platinum. The sapphire is a deep blue colour and measures 40pts and the diamonds total app...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
9K Yellow Natural Peridot and Diamond Vintage Style Floral Cluster Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Features a radiant round peridot set at the center, shining with vibrant green hues. Surrounding it are pear-shaped peridots arranged like delicate petals, complemented by diamond-ac...
Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Style 3.50 Carat Tourmaline & Diamonds Cluster Ring 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Art Deco Style 3.50 Carat Tourmaline & Diamonds Cluster Ring 14k Gold. Beautiful ring featuring a 3 carat center tourmaline and approx 0.50 carat in white diamonds. Very shiny ring h...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Set in 18K Rose Gold, 2.00 carats, natural Diamonds Cluster Band Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Diamonds Cluster Band Ring set in 18K Rose Gold. The weight of the Diamonds is 2.00 carats.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Diamond Ring 14K White and Rose Gold 2.60 TDW Cluster Cocktail
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
The ring is set with 146 natural round cut diamonds totaling 2.60 carat.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Mixed Metal
Vintage 18k Gold Light Yellow & White Diamond Double Tiered Halo Cluster Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This truly breathtaking and very well made vintage diamond engagement or cocktail ring that was crafted from solid 18k white gold. It features a stunning light yellow diamond neatly ...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Cocktail Bypass Ring -14k Rd Baguette 1.00ctw Floral
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1.00ctw Cut: Round Brilliant & Ba...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angara Natural Diamond Cluster Sunburst Cocktail Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
About Angara:
At Angara, every piece of jewellery is a handcrafted expression of love and individuality. We design with intention—using vivid coloured gemstones and ethically...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
3D Gilt 2.06 Carat Cluster Diamond Ring and A+ Design 14 Karat VS*
Located in New York, NY
Center round diamond. Full cut / max. brilliance I-color, Vs-2 clarity Side diamonds: 1.16ct
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat and Platinum Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This classic cluster ring holds a central sapphire and diamonds around the edges. The sapphire is a deep blue colour and measures 35pts and the diamonds total approximately 55pts. Fu...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Halo Engagement Ring & Wedding Bands 14k Rd 1.00ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $120 or Down 2 sizes for $100 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1.00ctw Cut: ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,585Sale Price|40% Off
Rose Cut Natural Diamond Cluster Ring Set in 14 Karat Rose Gold
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k rose gold diamond ring containing 1 round brown rose cut diamond weighing .87pts. and 8 round grey rose cut diamonds weighing 1.75cts. with 12 round single cut diamonds on the sh...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage Ruby Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Flower Design Cluster with Diamonds
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Ruby Ring circa 1970's Flower Design Cluster Center Stone round shape 5.0 mm Ruby Gemstone (approx 0.60ct) Total Ruby with the small stones all approx 1.60 carat All stones ...
Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold Natural Diamond & 3-Row Open Bypass Cluster Ring In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14K White Gold Natural Diamond & Marquise Shaped 3-Row Open Bypass Cluster Ring Product: Natural Diamond 3-Row Open Bypass Cluster Ring Ring Material: 14K White Gold Diamond D...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.50 Carat Diamond Twist Baguettes Cluster 18 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring
By Tresor Paris
Located in London, GB
Bespoke diamond cluster rings, This particular one has 2 clusters set with a total of 0.30 carat Round brilliant cut white colour G/ H and an eye clean clarity SI, in an exquisite ...
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tahitian Pearls and 1.00 Carat Diamonds Cluster Cocktail Ring 18 Karat Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Tahitian Pearls & Diamonds Cluster Cocktail Ring 18k Gold. The ring features 9.7mm pearls on each. Approx carat diamonds weight VS/SI clarity 1.00 carat consisting of 80 stones. The ...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
.925 Sterling Silver 1.0 Cttw Brilliant-Cut Diamond Halo-Style Cluster Oval Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is the perfect gift for any loved one, or a glamorous way to treat yourself. Product Features: Diamond Type: Natural White Diamonds Diamond Count: 28 Round-Cut Diamonds Diamon...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver
1988 2.60 Carat Topaz and 1.04 Carat Diamond White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine, and impressive 2.60 carat topaz and 1.04 carat diamond, 18k white gold cluster ring; part of our diverse vintage jewelry collections.
Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Style Green Emerald & Diamond Cluster Vintage Inspired White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Art Deco style emerald and diamond square cluster ring. Centrally set with round emerald in a prong setting, set to corners with emeralds in millgrain setting and further enhanced wi...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Baguette Cluster Natural Diamond Statement Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
Crafted in 14k solid gold, this ring features a central cluster of baguette and round natural diamonds arranged in a square layout.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Emerald Cluster Cocktail Bypass Ring 14k Rd .47ctw Waterfall
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 2 sizes for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .07ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: M...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Halo Marquise Natural Diamond Cluster Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
Suitable for daily wear, layering with other rings, or as a promise ring for special moments. ★ MATERIALS ★ Stone - Natural Diamonds Weight - 1.164ct Shape - Round Color: FGH Clari...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Men's Ring - 14k Round Brilliant 1.00ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 12 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 1 size for $100 or Down 2 sizes for $80 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1.00ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color:...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Cocktail Bypass Ring - 14k Rd .65ctw Floral Ribbon
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 3 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $40 or Down 1/4 a size for $35 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .65ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian 0.55 Carat Old Cut Diamond Daisy Cluster Ring, circa 1910s
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian era rendition of a classic style. This beautiful rings comprises of old cut diamonds arranged in a daisy design and grain-set in platinum over 18 carat yellow gold. The ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
1.02 Carat Basaltic Sapphire and 1.85 Carat Diamond White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.02 carat Basaltic sapphire and 1.85 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold cocktail ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Cocktail Bypass Ring 10k Rd 1.00ctw Floral Waterfall
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $50 or Down 2 sizes for $40 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1.00ctw Cut: Ro...
Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond & Blue Enamel Art Deco Style Floral Flower Cluster White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
The Diamond and Emerald Art Deco Style Floral Cluster Ring in 14K White Gold captures the essence of a blossom in full bloom.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Luxle 3/8 Carat T.W. Diamond Cluster Ring in 14k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
An elegant look is effortless whenever you pair this Luxle diamond cluster ring with your favorite outfits. This ring is made of 14K white gold and has a diamond cluster of 0.39 cara...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Roshe Jewels 14K White Gold Black and White Diamond Cluster Ring, 0.99 Carats
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Roshe Jewels 14K White Gold Black and White Diamond Cluster Ring, 0.99 Carats This ring has 18 Black Round Cut Natural Diamonds that weigh 0.62 carats and 7 Round Cut Natural Diamon...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow and White Gold 3.0 ct Fancy Diamond Cluster Ring MF07-020226
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
An ring that delivers a sophisticated statement of light and texture. Designed for the modern collector, it radiates warmth through an architectural cluster shaped by control rather ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.63 Carat Men's Diamond Gold "Rolex" Style Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Men's "Rolex" Style Diamond Ring The ring is 14K White And Yellow Gold There is 1.63 Carats in Diamonds G/H VS The ring measures 0.75" x 0.75". The ring is a size 9.5, sizable. The r...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Men's Ring - 14k Round Brilliant 1.10ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 10 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $60 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1.10ctw Cut: Round Bril...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$10,926Sale Price|33% Off
Rare Tiffany & Co. Red Ruby & Diamond 18k Gold & Platinum Flower Cluster Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
This is a beautifully made cluster ring set with a top grade 4.5mm deep vivid red round cut ruby.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Diamond Cluster Emerald Art Deco Style Target Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Celebrate elegance and sophistication with this striking Art Deco-style target ring, featuring a radiant diamond cluster at its center, surrounded by brilliant emeralds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Moonlight Collection Pear Cluster Ring: 1.2 Carat Diamonds in 14K White Gold
By ZIORO
Located in Paramus, NJ
Diamonds: The ring boasts a cluster of 49 round diamonds, each carefully selected for its exceptional brilliance and clarity.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.05 Carat Natural Demantoid Garnet and Diamond Cluster Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful cluster ring featuring a 1.05 Carat, Natural Demantoid Garnet and 0.84 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum. Demantoid Garnet's only known source used to be the Ural...
Diamond, Garnet, Platinum
Vintage 3.50 Carat Smokey Quartz with White & Fancy Brown Diamonds Cluster Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 3.50 Carat Smokey Quartz With White & Fancy Brown Diamonds Cluster Ring. The center gemstone weights approx 3 carat and there are a total of 28 white diamonds & 28 fancy brow...
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.72ctw Diamond Flower Clusters Ring 14k White Gold Size 7 Engagement Vintage
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Diamonds - Total Carats - 0.72ctw Cut - Round Brilliant Color - H - J Clarity - I1 - I2 Metal: 14k White Gold Weight: 5.1 Grams Stamps: 14k Face He...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Art Deco Style Engagement Pave Set Cluster 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A great statement on the finger! This ring is full of colorful sparkles, and the perfect ring to wear on the right hand or fourth finger as an engagement ring with approximately tota...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Moonlight Collection Pear Cluster Ring: 1.2 Carat Diamonds in 14K Yellow Gold
By ZIORO
Located in Paramus, NJ
Diamonds: The ring boasts a cluster of 49 round diamonds, each carefully selected for its exceptional brilliance and clarity.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.66 Carat Natural Sapphires Diamond Cluster Ring 14 Karat Royal Blue Floretta
Located in New York, NY
Vibrant Royal Blue & transparent Full cut and Full Faceted. 1.00ct side natural round diamonds. G-color Vs-2 clarity. 6.3 grams Diameter of Cluster: 12.3mm current ring size...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Chunky 18 Carat Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamond Triple Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Vintage Chunky 18ct Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamond Triple Cluster Ring the most wonderful triple cluster, truly excellent! The item comes without the box in the photos but will...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Garnet Diamond Cluster Ring Size 5.25-5.5 #22360
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Garnet and Diamond Ring Size 5.25-5.5 Bold and elegant, this 14K yellow gold ring features a deep red round garnet (8.5 mm x 8.2 mm) bezel-set at the center, framed ...
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Men's Ring - 10k Round Brilliant .25ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 9 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $50 or Down 2 sizes for $40 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .25ctw Cut: Rou...
Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Pearl and 0.02 Total Carat Weight Diamonds Cluster Cocktail Ring 14k
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 7mm Pearl and 0.02 Total Carat Weight Diamonds Cluster Cocktail Ring 14k The ring is a size 5 and weights 5.7 grams.
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1920’s 18ct White Gold & Platinum Zircon Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Zircon & Diamond Ring 9ct White Gold & Platinum Stamped Makers Mark A & W Circa 1920's This stunning Art Deco ring truly represents the glamour and elegance of the era. ...
Diamond, Zircon, 18k Gold, White Gold, 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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