Cluster Diamond Emerald Halo Ring. 0.70TCW Diamond Engagement Ring H VS1-VS2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Diamond Weight: 0.70 Carats Total Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Color: H Color Overall Diamond Clarity: VS1-VS2 Overall Secondary S...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage Diamond & Emerald 14K Yellow Gold Snake Statement Ring
Located in Towson, MD
This vintage snake ring coils in three sinuous rows of 14 karat yellow gold, its head set with a sparkling round brilliant diamond and flanked by two vibrant emeralds.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Zambian Emerald Cross Ring 1.32 Carats Gold Plated Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Zambian Emerald: 1.32 Carats Metal: Gold Plated Sterling Silver Ring Size: 5 US Custom sizing avail...
Emerald, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
14 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Emerald and Diamond Ring Size 6.75- This spectacular ring features three genuine emeralds (two pear, one round) and 46 round single and brillian...
Emerald, Yellow Gold
$160Sale Price|20% Off
1 CT Moissanite Emerald Round Engagement Ring 925 Sterling Silver Wedding Gift.
Located in Chicago, IL
1 CT Moissanite Emerald Round Engagement Ring 925 Sterling Silver Wedding Gift.
Sterling Silver
1.02 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Emerald Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
The center diamond is accentuated by lovely faceted cut emerald and round cut diamond accents. The top of the ring measures 10mm by 16mm.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
18K Yellow Gold Snake Wrap Ring with Diamonds & Emeralds
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
18K yellow gold snake wrap ring with pave set round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 0.47 carat total and two round faceted emeralds weighing 0.06 carat total.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold Snake Ring Emerald Serpent White Diamond Ruby
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Snake Ring Emerald Marquise White Diamond Ruby Eyes Gold Serpent Designer: J DAUPHIN The Snake Ring is handcrafted in 14k gold plated silver, a serpent that coils around the finger...
White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Emerald Spider Web Ring 0.08 Carats Gold Plated Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Emerald: 0.08 Carats Metal: Gold Plated Sterling Silver Ring Size: 7 US Custom sizing available upo...
Emerald, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
17.2 Carat Diamond, Crystal and Emerald Cluster Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
The 17.2 Carat Diamond, Crystal, and Emerald Cluster Ring showcases an extraordinary blend of opulence and craftsmanship, capturing the essence of luxury with its breathtaking design...
Crystal, Diamond, Emerald, Silver
18K White Gold Emerald and Diamond Milgrain Stackable Ring
Located in Covington, LA
Details Seven round diamonds totaling approximately 0.40 carat Eight round natural emeralds totaling approximately 0.15 carat Crafted in 18K white gold Alternating emerald and diamon...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.05 Carat Emerald Diamond Halo Ring
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
GIA Certified emerald with diamonds halo set on 18k gold. Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Stone: Natural Zambian Emerald Emerald Shape: Round Emerald Weight: 2.05 Carat Diamond Color and Cl...
Diamond, Emerald
Emerald Eternity Ring 18KT Yellow Gold U Cut
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Emerald eternity ring in size 6, can be re-sized. The emeralds are a vivid green color made in a unique U cut setting style that shows off the gemstones all around. Emeralds totaling...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Roman Malakov 0.50 Carat Total Round Cut Emerald Half-Eternity Wedding Band
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A chic wedding band, featuring seven round cut green emeralds weighing 0.50 carat total, set in a shared prong setting. Made with a platinum mounting, 2.8 mm in width. Size 6 US, res...
Emerald, Platinum
Vintage Retro Emerald & Diamond Cocktail Ring 14K White Gold
Located in Montgomery, AL
Ring Details Material: 14K White Gold Era: Retro 1960 - 1980 Head Width: 10mm Head Length: 16.6mm Head Height: 7.5mm Shank Width: 2.5mm Weight: 4.3 Grams Finger Size: 6 1/2 Sizable U...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Emerald Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamonds
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Diamond 0.40carat G-H-VS. Emerald Round -0.70 carat. 14K Yellow Gold 4.30 Grams, Finger Size 6.75 all natural stones
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,950 / item
Modern Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold 18k Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
RING 18K Yellow Gold Diamond 0.13 Cts/4 Pcs Emerald 0.66 Cts/12 Pcs PE 0.15 Cts/1 Pcs
Emerald, Yellow Gold
$824Sale Price|20% Off
Modern 20th Century Diamond and Emerald gold Ring
Located in MADRID, ES
This modern ring from the 20th Century is crafted in 14K gold and features brilliant-cut Diamonds and round-cut Emeralds.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
Emerald Spider Web Ring 0.24 Carats Gold Plated Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Emerald: 0.24 Carats Metal: Gold Plated Sterling Silver Ring Size: 7 US Custom sizing available upo...
Emerald, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Cartier Ruby Emerald Yellow Gold Wide Band Ring Sz 6
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This rare Cartier ring features an elegant openwork wide band design crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with round red rubies and green emeralds.
Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold
$2,340Sale Price|20% Off
Real 1.56 Carat Zambian Emerald Ring 0.47 Ct SI/H Round Diamond 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite earrings are handset with 1.56 carats Zambian emerald and 0.47 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the l...
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Platinum 0.65ct Diamond and Colombian Emerald Cocktail Ring MF56-021826
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
A surrounding halo of round diamonds broadens the profile, highlighting the emerald's presence.In estate condition, this Platinum 0.65 ct Diamond and 5.31 ct Colombian Emerald Cockta...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
3.25ctw. Emerald Cut and Round Brilliant Diamond Band in Platinum
Located in San Francisco, CA
This ring sets with nine emerald cut diamonds, weigh 1.87ct in F color and VS clarity and eighteen round brilliant diamonds, weigh 1.38ct.
Diamond, Platinum
11 Carat Diamond, Emerald and Sapphire Cocktail Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Exquisite in design and unparalleled in craftsmanship, the 11 Carat Diamond, Emerald and Sapphire Cocktail Ring is a masterpiece of opulence. At its core, a stunning color gemstone c...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Silver
14K Eternity Ring Natural Emerald Full Eternity Band Ring Stacking Everyday Ring
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
This gorgeous emerald eternity ring is one of our best selling rings. These eternity band is perfect for anniversary rings or engagement rings. This dazzling ring features endless ro...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring, c.1960s
Located in London, GB
A collection of rough cut emerald clusters flower from a flowing raw gold head and are highlighted by five round brilliant diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$3,456Sale Price|20% Off
18K Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond Domed Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
This ring is made in 18K yellow gold and features 72 round-cut emeralds weighing 2.92 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
$3,120Sale Price|20% Off
Round Diamond 1 Carat Band Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
1 carat of bright white and eye clean diamonds - Diamonds are excellent cut for fantastic sparkle! - Substantial 14k white gold setting - Classic 5 stone design Dimensions: The...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Emerald Double Snake Ring 750 Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Antique Victorian Emerald Double Snake Ring. The ring is very detailed out with the snake design. You can clearly see every aspect the designer wanted to point out, all the way from ...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.25ctw Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring, 18k Yellow Gold, Ring Size 6
Located in McLeansville, NC
Stones: emerald, 1 stone european cut 7 x 5.75 mm approximately 1 total carat diamond round brilliant cut 1.25 - 1.75 mm approximately .25 total carats GH color/ SI1-I1 clarity Ring...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Emerald and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of gemstone jewelry/estate jewelry. Emerald Quality Color Green Cut Round Content 0.13 cara...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14kt Yellow Gold Emerald Cut 5 x 7mm Sapphire Round Diamond Ring 6.25, 5.1 grams
Located in San Diego, CA
14kt yellow gold ring with a 5 x 7mm emerald cut sapphire (approximately 1.00ct) with rich medium blue color set in a four-prong style setting accented with 16 prong-set round single...
Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
$5,105Sale Price|20% Off
Natural 2.03 Carat SI/H Round Emerald Cut Diamond Wrap Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite ring is handset with 2.03 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pieces. ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$8,944Sale Price|20% Off
Natural 6.05 Ct SI/H Round Emerald Cut Diamond Wrap Ring 18 K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger or smaller upon request. FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pieces. Spectrum Jewels is prou...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Alex Jona Emerald Yellow Gold Brushed Band Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 carats yellow gold brushed band ring centering a cushion cut Emerald weighing 1.68 carats. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not onl...
Emerald, Yellow Gold
Emerald Eternity Band Ring 1.43 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 26 Round Emeralds = 1.43 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 8 US
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold 0.80ct Emerald Cut and 0.50ctw Round Brilliant Diamond Halfway
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k Yellow Gold 0.80ct Emerald Cut and 0.50ctw Round Brilliant Diamond Halfway Band Ring Style: 14k Yellow Gold Emerald Cut and Round Brilliant Diamond Halfway Band Ring Material: 1...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Ring With Diamond 1.51 Carats Gold Plated Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Emerald: 1.50 Carats Diamond: 0.01 Carats Metal: Gold Plated Sterling Silver Ring Size: 8 US Custom...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
9 Ct Cushion Colombian Emerald & Diamond 2.5 Ct Ring Platinum Ring, Estate
Located in New York, NY
Platinum 20 gm Diamonds: 2.48 Carat , Brilliant cut Round Stamped PT 900 Ring Size 6 Emerald: 9 Carat Origin : Colombia Color: Deep Green, Transparent extreme Fine Color Quali...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
$7,571Sale Price|20% Off
4.40 Carat SI/HI Round Emerald Cut Diamond Multi Row Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Item Code :- SJER-410 Gross Wt. :- 12.17 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :- 11.29 gm Diamond Wt. :- 4.40 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Ring Size :- 7 US & All size availa...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.33cts Green Emerald & 0.25cts Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Sweet and elegant, Green Emerald and diamond ladies cocktail ring. This ring features 7 bright white round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 0.25 carat surrounded by 16 round cut emera...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Silvorra Handmade Round Cut Emerald Multi Stone Half Eternity Band in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
This elegant 0.97 carat emerald band ring is crafted in 925 sterling silver, featuring nine vibrant round cut emeralds in mixed sizes arranged across a refined half eternity design.
Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
2.52 Carat Diamond Emerald Onyx Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamond Emerald Onyx Mosaic Platinum Engagement Ring. GIA certified center Transitional brilliant cut diamond in a Calibré cut genuine emerald and black Onyx ring in a Platinum setti...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Platinum
$3,986Sale Price|20% Off
Natural 2.96 Carat SI/H Pear Round Emerald Cut Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pieces. Spectrum Jewels is proudly rated as a Top Seller on 1stdibs with 5 star customer reviews. All item...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Alyssa 14K Yellow Gold Round-Cut Pearl Ring
Located in New York, NY
This Ring is made up of Round-Cut Pearl (1 pcs) 9.02 carat and Emerald Square-Cut (4 Pcs) 0.19 Carat and Round-Cut White Diamond (26 Pcs) 0.40 Carat.
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k White Gold Diamond and Emerald Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
18k White Gold Diamond and Emerald Cocktail Ring Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age. Ring size: 6.50 Markings: “T864" Metal: 18k White Gold...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 18K Gold & Platinum Diamond Emerald Ring
Located in Flushing, NY
Art Deco 18K Gold & Platinum Diamond Emerald Ring featuring a mixed metal (Platinum & 18k Gold) Ring mounted with approximately: 1.29 Carats of numerous near colorless Diamonds three...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
14K Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Flower Cluster Ring
Located in Sewickley, PA
Floral 14K yellow gold emerald and diamond flower ring. Petite in size, this ring would look great on its own or stacked with other bands.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold Ring with 3.33ct Cabochon Emerald and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite 14k yellow gold ring features a captivating cabochon-cut emerald.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cute Natural Emerald 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cute Natural Emerald 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring Total Natural Emerald Weight is: Approx. 0.10 Carats (High Quality) Emerald Measures: Approx. 2.80mm Ring size: 5.25 Ring total we...
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,600Sale Price|20% Off
Floral Color Ruby, Emerald , Sapphire & Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This ring, originating from the early 20th century, is a beautiful amalgamation of precious gemstones, featuring a total diamond weight of 1.08 carats and an additional 0.85 carats o...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Eternity Band Ring 1.43 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 26 Round Emeralds = 1.43 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 8 US
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.55 Total Carat Green Emerald and Diamond Ladies Ring
By SEAWAVEDIAMONDS
Located in New York, NY
0.55 Total Carat Green Emerald and Diamond Ladies Ring -Metal Type: Platinum -0.40 Carat Round Columbian Green Emerald -0.15 Carat Round Natural Diamonds, G-H Color, SI Clarity -Siz...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Certified 2.85ct No Treatment Colombian Emerald Diamond Platinum Halo Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
One 2.85-carat square emerald-cut Colombian emerald (No Treatment) Contains 32 round brilliant-cut diamonds weighing 0.70 carats in total Set in platinum weighing 10.05 grams Ring...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
18K White Gold Diamond Ruby Sapphire Emerald Band Ring
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
This exquisite piece showcases 16 brilliant round diamonds, 18 round emeralds, 20 round rubies, and 40 round sapphires, creating a colorful and luxurious design.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$6,000Sale Price / item|20% Off
3 sided Diamond and Emerald Pave Eternity Ring
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k white gold ladies 2 row diamond pave eternity ring with diamond-cut emeralds (with black rhodium) pave in the side of the ring, containing 76 round full cut diamonds of very fine...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.75ct Colombian green emerald eternity engagement ring 9ct yellow gold.
Located in London, GB
The ring features a round natural emerald as the main stone, with a light green hue.
Emerald, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold and Cultured Pearl Emerald Ring
Located in Queens, NY
14K Yellow Gold Cultured Pearl Emerald Ring, featuring one centered round cultured pearl, approx. 6.50 - 7.0 mm, further adorned with eight channel set square step cut emeralds weigh...
Emerald, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
From $2,079Sale Price / item|20% Off
Real 1.30 Carat SI/HI Marquise Round Emerald Cut Diamond Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Item Code :- SER-2567E Gross Wt. :- 3.50 gm 18k Rose Gold Wt. :- 3.24 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 1.30 Carat ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Ring Size :- 7 US & All siz...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$12,800Sale Price|20% Off
Artisan 21.10ct Emerald Cabochon Ring, 18K Gold, Diamonds, Singapore
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This amazing ring matches the Panther Bracelet I just listed. This is a natural Zambia Emerald with minor clarity enhancement. There are (2) triangle Diamonds on each side of emer...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k 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.
No one liked emeralds and emerald jewelry more than Elizabeth Taylor (or her alter ego, Cleopatra). Emeralds were first discovered in Egypt around 330 BC. The stone’s name originated from the ancient Greek word for green, “smaragdus.” According to the Gemological Institute of America, “Emeralds from what is now Colombia were part of the plunder when 16th-century Spanish explorers invaded the New World. The Incas had already been using emeralds in their jewelry and religious ceremonies for 500 years. The Spaniards, who treasured gold and silver far more than gems, traded emeralds for precious metals. Their trades opened the eyes of European and Asian royalty to emerald’s majesty.”
There are numerous myths attributed to the emerald’s spiritual powers, like placing an emerald under your tongue will allow you to see the future. But be careful not to swallow the birthstone for May, or that future won’t be so bright!
There are many important (read: large) emeralds in museum collections around the world. The Patricia Emerald, named after the miner’s daughter, is a 632-carat dihexagonal (or 12-sided) crystal that was discovered in Colombia in 1920 and now resides at the American Museum of Natural History in New York. The Smithsonian Museum of Natural History in Washington has in its possession the Hooker Emerald, a 75.47-carat Colombian stone. That emerald had been acquired in the 16th or 17th century by Spanish conquistadores and shipped to Europe. It later belonged to Abdul Hamid II, Sultan of the Ottoman Empire (1876–1909), who wore it on his belt buckle. Purchased at auction by Tiffany & Co. in 1911, the Hooker Emerald was set into a tiara and featured in the New York World’s Fair “House of Jewels” exhibit in 1940. Today, it is part of a brooch, also designed by the jewelry house.
On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage emerald jewelry and watches that includes emerald rings, emerald necklaces and other accessories.
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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