2.05 Carat Round Natural Diamond Halo Stacking Band Ring, 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New Delhi, DL
A statement cocktail ring designed with two open rows of round natural diamonds arranged across a wide 14k yellow gold framework. Larger round diamonds framed by diamond halos altern...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
3.50ct Marquise Cut Blue Sapphire & 1ct Diamond Cluster Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
3.50 carat marquise cut blue sapphire and 1 carat round cut diamond cluster ring in 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Baguette and Round Diamond Lattice Cocktail Band Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7 Total Weight: 7.3 Grams Diamond Count: 53 Round-brilliant cut, 12 Baguette Cut Diamonds Diamond Carat Weight: ~1.10 cara...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Dainty Round Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring in Silver Gift for Women
Located in New York, NY
Dainty Round Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring in sterling silver featuring natural blue sapphire of 0.76 carat and diamonds of 0.06 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with ever...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Elegant 1.56ct Round Brilliant & Princess Cut Diamond Ring in 18K Two Tone Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
This exquisite piece of jewelry is elegantly crafted from 18K two-tone gold, which beautifully combines the warm tones of yellow gold with the cool sheen of white gold. At its center...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Stefan Hafner Contemporary Round Diamond Spray Bypass Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Stefan Hafner
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 5.5 This is an absolutely lovely Stefan Hafner diamond spray ring with contemporary design. The unique design fills the finger with sparkle while still remaining delicate...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural 0.95ct Round Cut Pink Purple Sapphire Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Halo Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Round Cut Light Pink Purple Sapphire And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Halo Ring. 0.95 Carat total. Fine 0.83 Carat sapphire with a stunning light pastel pinkish purple colour, very ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, ...
$1,753Sale Price|34% Off
18ct White Gold Crossover Ring with Round & Baguette Diamonds, 0.45ct
Located in London, GB
A striking and elegant 18ct white gold diamond ring designed with a sophisticated crossover motif that shimmers beautifully from every angle. This luxurious piece showcases a harmoni...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Fine 1.25ct Round Cut Vivid Green Sapphire & Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Halo Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Round Cut Vivid Green Sapphire And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Halo Ring. 1.25 Carat total. Fine 1.10 Carat sapphire with a stunning vivid green colour, very good clarity and excel...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Gold,...
0.61 Carat Pear and Round Cut Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Or anything else that holds significance to you and your loved one, such as 2 children, 2 challenges, 2 triumphs, 2 achievements, etc. It has 1 Pear Cut Diamond that weighs 0.24 ca...
White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Estate Platinum Tapered Baguette Round Diamond Interlocking Cocktail Ring G Vs
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A beautifully made estate ring in platinum, designed with strong symmetry and a bold, fluid silhouette that gives it real presence on the hand. The top is channel set with approxima...
Diamond, Platinum
5 Row 18ct Gold Marquise and Round Diamond Band Ring
Located in London, GB
An exquisite diamond design 5-row dress ring crisscross, in an 18ct yellow gold band, is set with a total of 1.60ct diamonds. The band features 5 marquise cut diamonds & 72 round cu...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
10K White Gold 1.0ctw Baguette & Round Diamond Ribbon Ring, USA
Located in Jupiter, FL
This is an impressive baguette and round diamond ribbon ring. Baguette diamonds are meticulously hand picked fit the setting. Set in 10K white gold. Complimentary ring size and shipp...
Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold
1 Carat Emerald and Round Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 1.04 ct. white diamond emerald cut with 1.28 ct. white diamond rosecut rounds. Handmade in 18k white gold. Ring size 6.5.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Mark Broumand 2.00 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Three-Sided Right-Hand Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This two-row micro pave ring features 2.00ct of round brilliant cut diamonds set on high polish 18k white gold. They are perfectly matched and graded at E-F, VS1-VS2. All eternity ba...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mark Broumand 1.10 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring in 14 Karat Gold
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful diamond ring is set with 1.10ct of round brilliant cut diamonds graded at E-F, VS1-VS2. It showcases some larger diamonds each encased in a matching halo of smaller ro...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Opal and Sapphire Floral Antique Inspired Cluster Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Showcasing luminous natural opals surrounding a vibrant sapphire center, this Opal Sapphire Ring features an elegant Floral Cluster Ring design accented with sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fine Natural Round Cut Royal Blue Sapphire And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Halo Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Round Cut Royal Blue Sapphire And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Halo Ring. 0.75 Carat total. Fine 0.67 Carat sapphire with a stunning deep royal blue colour, very good clarity and ex...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
14K Rose Gold 1.36 ct Round-Cut Mozambiq Natural Ruby & Diamond Cocktail Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Ruby diamond cluster ring in 14K gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your energy and sensuality.
Ruby, Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Colorful Multi-Gemstone Cluster Ring in 14K Yellow Gold, 20th Century
Located in Sewickley, PA
This lively multi-gemstone ring features a vibrant cluster of colorful precious and semi precious stones set in polished 14K yellow gold. The design showcases a beautiful assortment ...
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Morganite, Multi-gemstone, Peridot, ...
GIA Certified 2.44 Carat Natural Citrine Cluster Ring 14 Karat*
Located in New York, NY
GIA certified 2.44 carat natural citrine diamonds ring. Round cut, clean clarity and transparent. Yellow color. Report number [phone removed by eBay] 8.4 x 8.8 mm .76ct natural...
Citrine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$984Sale Price / item|20% Off
Vintage Inspired Round Ruby & Diamond Halo Ring in 14K Yellow Gold Fine Jewelry
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This vintage-inspired halo ring features a round-cut ruby totaling approximately 0.60 carats, elegantly set in 14K yellow gold. The 4.5 mm ruby is securely held in a four-prong setti...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.8 Carat Round & Baguettes Diamond Ring in 14 Karat White Gold Size 6
Located in New York, NY
beautiful estate piece Big size round diamonds alternating with Baguettes are making this beautiful ring. 14 Karat White Gold 6.8 gm Size 6 Very clean and shiny diamonds. Total Diamo...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
~1.2 ct Multi-Row Baguette and Round Diamond Ring 14k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k White Gold Ring Size: 6 Total Weight: 7.3 Grams Diamond Count: 15 Round-brilliant cut, 4 Baguette Cut Diamonds Total Diamond Carat Weight: ~1.2 c...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mens Two Toned 5 Round Brilliant Diamond Ring in 14k
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow and White Gold Style: Statement Ring Ring Size: 9.5 (resizing available for a fee) Total Weight: 8.1 Grams Gemstone Specifications: 5 Diam...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 0.95 Ct. Round Center Ruby and 2.10 Ct. Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Cocktail Ring with a 0.95 ct. Center Round Ruby and 2.10 ct. Diamonds. The total weight is 7.60 grams. The Ring Size is US 6. SKU: 510-QGEMJPJ
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mark Broumand 0.50 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring in 14 Karat White Gold
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handcrafted in 14k white gold, this exquisite diamond ring is set with 0.50ct of round brilliant cut diamonds graded at E-F in color, VS1-VS2 in clarity. The piece features larger ro...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Marquise and Round Diamond Dome Band Ring — 2.29ctw
Located in Orlando, FL
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Marquise and Round Diamond Dome Band Ring — 2.29ctw A substantial diamond band ring in 18K yellow gold, set with 2.29 carats of G color, VS2 clarity diamonds...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.08 Carat Baguette Round Cut Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Truly a beautiful and creative designed ring - can be worn as a statement right-hand ring for all the strong, fierce and independent women! #bossbabe #girlboss There are 7 Baguette ...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,200Sale Price|20% Off
Round White Brilliant Cut Diamond Pave Halo Set Illusion 14K Yellow Gold Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
14 Karat Yellow Gold 0.50 CT Diamonds G/VS Quality Diamonds Beautiful Sparkle & High Shine Size 7, Resizable upon request
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
22K Yellow Gold / Oxidized Sterling Silver and Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Indulge in a moment of pure romance with this exquisite, one-of-a-kind ring—an intimate union of 22K yellow gold, patina-rich sterling silver, and the shimmering fire of 0.30cttw rou...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
18K Yellow Gold 1.00 Carat 4 Prong Set Round Cut Diamond 5 Stone Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Add a timeless appeal to your look with this diamond fashion ring. Sleek and sophisticated, the ring is made using 18 karats yellow gold and is finely polished with grace. It feature...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.22tcw Colombian Emerald-Emerald Cut & Round Cut Diamond Vintage Ring 925
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a 2.22tcw vintage Colombian emerald and diamond ring. This is a perfect, three-stone statement ring. The emeralds are of good, varying quality and are handset in a bezel...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$6,000
Diamond Navette Ring
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Navette Ring 27 round cut diamonds set in 18k yellow gold. Total approximate diamond weight: 2.5 ct Ring Size: 5.75 Resizable free of charge
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$950 / item
Pave Diamond Signet Ring
Located in Fatih, 34
Pave Diamond Signet Ring This item is made by order, please let us now your desired gold colored and ring size Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt • Gold GR: 2.22 ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
14K Rose Gold Ring with 1.20 Ct. Round Old Miners Center Diamond. (Size 5.0)
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Round Old Miners. Additional Details: This is a beautiful vintage diamond cluster ring.
Diamond, Rose Gold
18K White Gold / Oxidized Silver Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring. Size 5.5
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Experience understated opulence with this exceptional ring, masterfully composed of patinated silver, luminous 18k white gold, and brilliant-cut diamonds. Its allure emerges through ...
Diamond, White Gold, Silver
14K White gold Round Baguette 2 Carat Total Diamond Vintage Statement Ring
Located in Santa Monica, CA
14K White gold Round Baguette 2 Carat Total Diamond Vintage Statement Ring Size 8.25 7.5 gram Marked and tested 14K white gold OTC 12 at .02 Ct each = .24 Carat, 8 at .05 Ct each = ...
Diamond
Natural Pear & Round Diamond Flower Open Ring in 18K White Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Deira, AE
Inspired by the beauty of blooming flowers, this handcrafted 18K White Gold Floral Diamond Open Ring showcases two delicately sculpted floral motifs gracefully positioned along an el...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Square Diamond Ring Pave Set Ring 18KT White Gold Diamond Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Diamond ring made with brilliant diamonds in a square shape in 18KT white gold. ITEM#: PAO130-00025 GRAM WEIGHT: 5.11gr METAL: 18KT NATURAL DIAMOND(S) Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
$1,104Sale Price / item|20% Off
Round & Marquise Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring in 14K Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Elegant 14K solid white gold ring featuring round and marquise cut genuine diamonds with a total weight of 0.33 carat. Each diamond is expertly set in secure prong and pave setting, ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,846Sale Price / item|25% Off
14k yellow gold round channel-pave' set wedding ring
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k yellow gold round channel-pave' set wedding ring, containing 26 round full cut diamond; color "G", clarity VS and weight 1.00cts. , ring is a size 6 and can be sized to fit for ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
TJD 0.50 Carat Baguette and Round Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Open Designer Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Proclaim your love with the allure of this diamond cluster frame ring. The ring is crafted from 14-karat gold in your choice of white, rose, or yellow, and features Round Brilliant 6...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,270 / item
Olympian Diamond Vintage Ring
Located in Fatih, 34
inspired by nature, the Mori Collection brings the magic of the forest to life, allowing you to wear the beauty of the natural world with grace and sophistication. Each piece tells a...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Geneva, CH
Both significant and easy-to-wear, this sophisticated platinum and diamond ring is centered by a cushion Ceylan Natural Sapphire. Ring size: 5 1/2 US.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold White and Blue Diamond Round Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer Men's Unisex Band Ring is all hand-made in 18 Karat White Gold and features an orb of stunning brilliant cut natural white Diamonds total weight 0.88 Carat. ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow...
Antique Coral and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a striking cluster ring originally dating back to the Victorian period.
Coral, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
From $2,188Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K White Gold Baguette & Round Diamond Open Ring for Wedding Engagement 0.82 Ct
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Step into a world of luxury with this Real 0.82 Carat Baguette & Round Diamond Cuff Ring, meticulously crafted in 18 karat white gold to adorn your hand with unparalleled eleganc...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
From $1,750Sale Price / item|20% Off
Real 0.82 Carat Baguette & Round Diamond Cuff Ring 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Step into a world of luxury with this Real 0.82 Carat Baguette & Round Diamond Cuff Ring, meticulously crafted in 14 karat white gold to adorn your hand with unparalleled eleganc...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$950 / item
Diamond Pave Heart Signet Ring
Located in Fatih, 34
Diamond Pave Heart Signet Ring This item is made by order, please let us now your desired gold colored and ring size Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt • Gold GR:...
Diamond, 14k Gold
1.48 TCW Diamond Cocktail Ring in 14K Yellow Gold Vintage Baguette & Round Sz 6
Located in Puyallup, WA
Presenting this stunning 1.48 TCW Diamond Cocktail Ring, the embodiment of classic refinement. This vintage style masterpiece, crafted from luxurious 14K yellow gold, features a meti...
Diamond
Platinum 1.30ct Diamond and Opal Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Beauty here comes from the fact that nothing is perfectly symmetrical. The 8.79-carat opal takes on an irregular freeform shape, its shifting flashes of blue and green spreading broa...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Diamond Ring 0.24 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Diamond: 0.24 Carats Metal: Sterling Silver Ring Size: 6 US Custom sizing available upon request
Diamond, White Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Diamond Ring 0.26 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Diamond: 0.26 Carats Metal: Sterling Silver Ring Size: 9 US Custom sizing available upon request
Diamond, White Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Diamond Ring 1.04 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Diamond: 1.04 Carats Metal: Sterling Silver Ring Size: 8 US Custom sizing available upon request
Diamond, White Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Diamond Ring 0.58 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Diamond: 0.58 Carats Metal: Sterling Silver Ring Size: 7 US Custom sizing available upon request
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Honeycomb Motif Diamond Ring
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Honeycomb motif diamond ring features 19 round brilliant cut diamonds with a total estimated weight of 1.38 carats set in 18 Karat white gold. Diamonds are F/G Color VS Clarity. Ring...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Diamond Ring 0.52 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Diamond: 0.52 Carats Metal: Sterling Silver Ring Size: 9 US Custom sizing available upon request
Diamond, White Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Diamond Ring 0.22 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Diamond: 0.22 Carats Metal: Sterling Silver Ring Size: 9 US Custom sizing available upon request
Diamond, White Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Diamond Ring 1.12 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Diamond: 1.12 Carats Metal: Sterling Silver Ring Size: 7 US Custom sizing available upon request
Diamond, White Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
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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