Vintage Italian 18k Gold Brutalist Emerald Wave Dome Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A bold and sculptural Vintage Italian Brutalist dome ring crafted in solid 18K gold, weighing 9 grams. The surface is carved in an organic, nugget-textured pattern emblematic of Ital...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold
18K Yellow Gold 0.40ct Diamond and Emerald Ring MF15-030226
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Inset Diamonds totaling 0.40 carats allow this ring to effortlessly catch the light. The opulent 18K Yellow Gold setting beautifully showcases the 0.85 carat Emerald center stone, wh...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
IGI Certified 9.09 Carat Diamond and Emerald Statement Ring 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Diamond: 0.99 Carat — H Color — VS1 Clarity Emerald: 8.10 Carats — Natural Round-Cut Emerald Ring Weight: 0.61 t oz (19.07 grams) Metal: 8K Gold
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
18K Yellow Gold 1.90ct Diamond and Emerald Ring MF24-030226
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Bold and incredibly dynamic, this luxury ring exudes old fashioned elegance. A 2.75 carat Emerald adds a striking pop of color to the center of the design, while a double halo of Dia...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Diamond and Emerald Gold 1950s Mid Century Cluster Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Emerald and Diamond Gold 1950s Cluster Ring. Beautifully Hand set with .55tcw Diamonds and 1.20tcw Emeralds. Hand crafted 14K White Gold mounting. Measuring...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Emerald And Diamond Engagement Ring In 18K White Gold.
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous green Emerald and diamond engagement ring in 18k white gold. The details are as follows : Emerald weight : 3.20 carat Diamond weight : 1.95 carat ( GH color and VS clarit...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold 0.55ct Diamond and Emerald Ring MF06-030226
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Add a touch of understated elegance to any ensemble with this luxury ring. A 1.86 carat Emerald makes a statement at the center of the 18K Yellow Gold setting. Diamonds with a total ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Rose Gold 2.0ct Diamond and Emerald Ring MF33-030226
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This exquisite ring will continually take your breath away. A 0.50 carat Diamond center stone and additional Diamond accents totaling 1.50 carats offer plenty of traditional sparkle....
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
AGL Certified 0.28 Carat Emerald Diamond Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Round Halo Criss Cross Shank Emerald Ring The ring is 18K White Gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1980s Enamel Lion Head Emerald Eye 18K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A 1980s vintage 18K yellow gold cocktail ring sculpted as a powerful lion's head. Rich deep red enamel highlights the face and mane, while vivid emerald eyes bring the design to lif...
Emerald, Yellow Gold, Enamel
IGI Certified 5.88 Carat Diamond, Emerald and Ruby Pomegranate Motif Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 5.88 Carat Diamond, Emerald and Ruby Pomegranate Motif Statement Ring Created as a one-of-a-kind jewel, this exceptional ring is the only example ever produced, and no...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby
18K Yellow Gold 0.50ct Diamond and Emerald Ring MF39-020526
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
A 20.0 carat Emerald cabochon center stone makes this luxury ring positively breathtaking. Along with a detailed 18K Yellow Gold setting, this stylish accessory comes complete with D...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Floral Ring with Diamonds and Emeralds circa 1970s
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Beautiful 1970's custom made floral motif ring designed with 14 karat gold, 4 white diamonds .25 carat weight with 3 emeralds .15 carat weight. Ring weight is 16.89 grams. Ring Size ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Custom Made 14K Yellow Gold Ring with Emerald & Diamond 6.25
By Hand Made
Located in New York, NY
Custom Made Ring Material: 14K Yellow Gold Condition: New Emerald: 2.90ctw Diamond: 0.85ctw Clarity: VS1 Color: F Ring Dimension: This Ring Resizable Size: 6.25 Width: 13.3 x 10.7m...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Solid Emerald Victorian Style Floral Halo Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Romantic and richly detailed, this Victorian inspired floral ring showcases a vivid oval emerald encircled by delicate emerald accents within an elegant oxidized effect setting.
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.90tcw 14K Natural Medium Green Round Cut Emerald French Set Anniversary Band
Located in Jupiter, FL
A stunning natural emerald band ring. This gorgeous piece features multiple, round-cut, Zambian emeralds, going halfway through the band.
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Emerald and Diamond Shared-Prong Stackable Band Ring
Located in Covington, LA
Details Five round natural emeralds totaling approximately 0.30 carat Six round brilliant diamonds totaling approximately 0.13 carat Crafted in 18K white gold Shared-prong gemstone s...
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Stunning 18K White Gold Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring, 1.5ct & 1.2ct
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features an EMERALD gemstone set within a halo of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 0.67 Carat Emerald Diamond Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Twist Shank Emerald Ring The ring is 18K White Gold. There are 0.40 Carats in Diamonds F/G VS/SI The Center is Round 0.67 Carat Emerald.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 0.46 Carat Emerald Diamond Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Diamond & Emerald Ring The ring is 18K White Gold. There are 0.45 Carats in Diamonds F/G VS/SI The Center is Round 0.46 Carat Emerald.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 0.46 Carat Emerald Diamond Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Diamond & Emerald Ring The ring is 18K White Gold. There are 0.19 Carats in Diamonds F/G VS/SI The Center is Round 0.46 Carat Emerald.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emerald Ring With White Topaz 2.02 Carats Gold Plated Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Emerald: 1.60 Carats White Topaz: 0.42 Carats Metal: Gold Plated Sterling Silver Ring Size: 7 US Cu...
Emerald, Topaz, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
14k Yellow Gold Diamond, Emeralds And Sapphires Cocktail Ring
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a 14K yellow gold Diamond, Emeralds and Sapphires cocktail ring. It depicts a crown like setting with two tiers.
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
AGL Certified 0.29 Carat Emerald Diamond Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Square Halo Criss Cross Shank Emerald Ring The ring is 18K White Gold. The Center is a beautiful Round cut 0.29 Carat Emerald.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emerald and Diamond Eternity Cocktail Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in San Diego, CA
Emerald & Diamond Ring Style: Wide Eternity Band Metal: 18K Yellow Gold, 10.42 grams Size / Measurements: Ring size 5, 10.5 mm wide TCW: 4.10 Carats Total Emeralds: 48 Round...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 10k Yellow Gold 0.70tcw Emerald and Pearl Navette Ring
Located in New York, NY
This antique ring features a graceful navette-shaped design set with vibrant emeralds and creamy pearls, creating a beautiful contrast of color and texture. The emeralds display a li...
Emerald, Pearl, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
AGL Certified 0.44 Carat Emerald Diamond Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Diamond & Emerald Ring The ring is 18K White Gold. There are 0.51 Carats in Diamonds F/G VS/SI The Center is Round 0.44 Carat Emerald.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Revisit Natural Emerald Diamonds Ring Neoclassical 14kt gold 67122*
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Restored .30ct natural emeralds Ring .15ct Natural diamonds I-color Si-2 clarity 14kt yellow gold Size 6.5 Ring is 9.6mm wide depth 5.6mm depth
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold
Ralph Masri Andromeda 18kt White Gold Diamond Emerald Ring
By Ralph Masri
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Majestic diamond and emerald ring from Ralph Masri's Andromeda collection, inspired by the stars, galaxies and constellations. Also available in yellow or rose gold, and with sapphi...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Emerald Ring Set in 18 Karat Gold with Diamonds
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A modern ring set in 18k white gold with Natural Emerald And Natural Diamond. The centre emerald weight is 2.18 carats and carved emerald surrounding the centre weight is 2.95 carats...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
14 Karat White Gold Ring with Emerald Stones and Diamonds
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
14 Karat White Gold Ring with Emerald Stones and Diamonds Elegant white gold ring with 5 rows of stones. 2 rows of diamonds and 3 rows of round cut emeralds.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold
Zambian Emerald Ring With Diamonds 0.32 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Zambian Emerald: 0.30 Carats Diamond: 0.02 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 5 US Custom siz...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Birthstone Heart Ring White Enamel 14K Gold by Meghna Jewels
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
From the "Home Is Where Your Heart Is" Collection Inspired by the feeling of love, comfort, and belonging, the Home Is Where Your Heart Is Collection celebrates the memories, milest...
Emerald, 14k Gold, Enamel
Round Brilliant and Emerald Cut Triple Row Diamond Band Ring 14K White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k White Gold Diamond Count: 5 emerald cut and 10 brilliant cut, 15 diamonds total Total Diamond Carat Weight: ~2.00 carats Emerald Cut Diamond Meas...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Zambian Emerald Ring With Diamonds 0.52 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Zambian Emerald: 0.40 Carats Diamond: 0.12 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7 US Custom siz...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Solid Natural Emerald Vintage Style Carving Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant look with this Natural Emerald Vintage Carving Style Ring, designed to highlight beauty and intricate detail.
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Zambian Emerald Ring With Diamonds 0.32 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Zambian Emerald: 0.22 Carats Diamond: 0.10 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 8 US Custom siz...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring Size 8.75 #16641
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18K Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring Size 8.75 JAGi Certified- This lovely ring features nineteen round brilliant cut diamonds and eight round cut natural emeralds set in classi...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold 0.10ctw Diamond and Emerald Snake Wrap Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k Yellow Gold 0.10ctw Diamond and Emerald Snake Wrap Ring Style: 14k Yellow Gold Pavé Diamond Snake Wrap Ring Material: 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Details: Approximately 0.10ctw of R...
Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Late Victorian Green Emerald and Seed Pearl Navette Dinner Ring
Located in Denver, CO
A vibrant round natural green emerald centers this late Victorian dinner ring.
Emerald, Pearl, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
1.75 Carat Round Emerald and 0.5 Carat Diamond Band in 14k White Gold ref979
By Diamond Town
Located in New York, NY
This ring features five round emeralds, wrapped in a continuous close halo of round white diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Alex Jona Emerald 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cluster Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold ring and pavé emerald weighing 0.23 carats. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their special design an...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
9ct Yellow Gold Half-Eternity Ring – Diamonds, Ruby, Emeralds & Sapphires
Located in London, GB
A vibrant half-eternity ring crafted in 9ct yellow gold, set with a harmonious combination of natural diamonds, ruby, emeralds, and sapphires. The multi-gem design creates a colorf...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Peter Suchy .58 Carat Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Emerald and diamond engagement ring. .58ct bright green round round emerald center stone set in at 18k yellow gold setting complemented with 3 round cut diamonds on each side of the ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,896Sale Price / item|20% Off
Minimalist Emerald Cut and Round Diamond Two Stone Ring 14K Solid Yellow Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Minimalist Emerald Cut and Round Diamond Two Stone Ring 14K Solid Yellow Gold This contemporary piece features a brilliant round-cut diamond paired with a timeless emerald-cut diamo...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald & Diamond Cocktail Ring set in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
A fantastic Dome design ring circa 1960 featuring a crisscross emerald and diamond design. The ring is set in 18 Karat yellow gold. The estimated weight of the diamonds is 1.80 cara...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring Size 6.5 #16166
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring Size 6.5 JAGi Certified- This stunning ring features three round natural emeralds (3.3 mm) and six round brilliant cut diamonds set ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
IGI Certified 2.30 Carat Diamond and Emerald Floral Ring 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 2.30 Carat Diamond Natural Emerald Floral Ring – 8K Gold, 4.12g / 0.13 t oz
Where the brilliance of diamonds meets the saturated color of natural emeralds, this flo...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
1.72 Carat Natural Vivid Bright Green Emerald Diamonds Ring 14 Karat*
Located in New York, NY
.92ct. Natural emerald & .80ct. diamonds ring. round cut emerald, Excellent VS Clean Clarity Brilliant Vivid Bright Green sparkles from all angles Pristine Transparency 6.6mm...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Emerald And Diamond Engagement 3.88ct Ring
By MOV Diamond Jewelry
Located in Fatih, 34
Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt • Available Gold Colors: Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold • 0.61ct Natural Round Diamond • 3.27ct Natural Emerald • Diamond ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Emerald And Diamond Engagement 1.41ct Ring
By MOV Diamond Jewelry
Located in Fatih, 34
Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt • Available Gold Colors: Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold • 1.11ct Natural Round Cut Diamond • 0.30ct Natural Emerald • Dia...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Emerald And Diamond 3.30ct Cluster Ring
By MOV Diamond Jewelry
Located in Fatih, 34
Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt • Available Gold Colors: Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold • 1.58ct Natural Round Diamond • 1.72CT Natural Emerald • Diamond ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Stunning 0.26ct Emerald and Diamonds Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
This stunning 18K yellow gold ring features 9 round brilliant-cut emeralds, totaling 0.19 carats, offering a vibrant green hue.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$16,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Platinum Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany & Co. 1.03ct TW, most about F-G and VS range. Center diamond 6.3 x 4.4 x 3.0mm, approx 0.73ct Marked: Tiffany & Co PT 950 Ring size 4.5 (Sizable) Total Weight with Setti...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$21,600Sale Price|20% Off
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Diamond & Emerald Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Chicago, IL
The ring is set with 13 round brilliant cut diamonds, graded VS1 clarity and G color, with a total diamond weight of approximately 1.00 carat, offering excellent brilliance and fire.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,095 / item
Medium Emerald or Ruby Tulip Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Product Summary ♥ Main Stone: Emerald or Ruby & Diamond (Center) Band Material: 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 2 grams Bulb Height: 10mm Tulip Dimensions: 13mm x 13mm Size: 5.25/5.5/5.7...
Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$21,500 / item
6.66 Carat Emerald Diamond 14 Karat Gold Claw Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This stunning ring has been meticulously crafted from 14-karat gold. It is hand set in 6.66 carats emerald and illuminated with .90 carats of glittering diamonds. The ring is a siz...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold
5 Carat Carved Emerald 32 Diamond Ring 18 Karat Gold Flower Motif Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is an extraordinary 5.4 Carat carved Emerald Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Gold. The extraordinary cocktail fashion ring has a magnificent rectangular carved Emerald of approximatel...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring, 12x5.5mm Center Stone
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Elegant and finely detailed, this 14 karat yellow gold ladies' ring highlights a striking 12 x 5.5mm emerald center stone, celebrated for its rich green color and elongated silhouette.
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
$576Sale Price / item|20% Off
Blue Sapphire and Emerald Wedding Ring Stackable Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Product Specifications: Type: Natural Emerald, Natural blue sapphire Number of Gemstones: 9 Precious Metal: 18K white gold Ring Width: Approx. 2.2mm Made to order. Please allow 10-1...
Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White 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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