Platinum Rebeka Micro Pave Diamond Ring '1/4 Ct. Tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This classic elegant wedding band features 26 round brilliant diamonds perfectly matched micro pave set. Experience the difference in person! Product details: Center Gemstone Colo...
Diamond, Platinum
6.42 Carat Diamond Pave 18k Rose Gold Domed Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A chic and elegant cocktail ring featuring 6.42 carats of pave-set diamonds. The diamonds are all VS in clarity with F-G color which makes them shine brightly with plenty of fire and...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
0.39 Carat Pave Diamond Clover Ring 14 Karat In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k White Gold 0.39ctw Pave Diamond Clover Ring Material: 14k White Gold Diamond Details: Diamonds are approximately 0.39 carats of Pave Set, Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.40 Carat Pave Diamond Clover Ring 14 Karat In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k Yellow Gold 0.40ctw Pave Diamond Clover Ring Material: 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Details: There are approximately 0.40ctw of Pave set, Round Brilliant Diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Brilliant 1.75ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Brilliant 1.75ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified This dazzling ring is a celebration of brilliance and precision.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,320Sale Price|40% Off
18K White Gold Natural Diamond Pave Eternity Ring 3.68ct GH SI 6.5
Located in West Hempstead, NY
This stunning pave eternity ring is crafted in 18K white gold and set with 3.68 carats total weight of natural round diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Roman Malakov 1.17 Carats Total Four Rows Round Diamond Micro-Pave Wedding Band
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A fashionable and elegant eternity wedding band showcasing four rows of 216 brilliant round diamonds, weighing 1.17 carats total, F color and VS in clarity. Set in a micro-pave setti...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Estate 3.40ct Pavé Diamond Dome Ring 18k Yellow Gold - G/VS
Located in Orlando, FL
18K Yellow Gold Pavé Diamond Dome Cocktail Ring, ~3.40 CTW The dome ring is a silhouette that has earned its place in fine jewelry precisely because it delivers maximum brilliance w...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Rose Gold Diamond Pavé Cluster Ring with Agate, 2.00ctw, USA
Located in Palm Desert, CA
There are seven 2mm bezel-set round diamonds (0.21 ctw) on one side and approximately one hundred fourteen round 1.5mm pavé-set diamonds (0.71ctw) on the top of the ring.
Diamond, Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Pave Diamond Coiled Snake Ring in Silver with Ruby Eyes, Size 6.75
Located in Nantucket, MA
An unusual snake ring set in sterling silver with round, brilliant cut diamonds in a pave` setting all along the top and the ring's shoulder.
Diamond, Sterling Silver
14k Yellow Gold Pave Set Diamond Enamel Stackable Band Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
14k Yellow Gold Pave Set Diamond Enamel Stackable Band Ring features diamond on the front of the band with turquoise blue band making a minimalist stackable band ring. Diamonds are a...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Loree Rodkin 18K White Gold Coiled Snake Ring with Pavé Diamonds
By Loree Rodkin
Located in London, GB
- 18K White Gold - Pavé-Set Diamonds throughout - Intricate Serpent Silhouette - Condition: Very Good - This pre-loved ring is in very good condition with minor signs of use - please...
Diamond, 18k Gold
David Yurman 1.00 Carat Pave Diamond Gold Silver Albion Cocktail Ring
By David Yurman
Located in Stamford, CT
This iconic David Yurman Albion cocktail ring features approximately 1.00 carat of pavé-set diamonds, brilliantly arranged atop the brand’s signature rectangular dome.
Diamond, Gold, Silver
$1,515Sale Price|20% Off
Designer Pave Diamond Raven Ring With Ruby In 14k Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Cool looking Diamond Pave Raven Ring set in silver and 14K yellow gold. Ring Size: US-7.5 14kt Gold:1.18g Diamond:2.05ct, RUBY:0.08Cts
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
4.42 Carat Emerald & Diamond Pave 18K Gold Bypass Cluster Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A bold and elegant bypass ring featuring 2.15 carats of emeralds and 2.27 carats of diamonds, set in 18K yellow gold for a striking, dynamic design. Details: Item Type: Bypass Ring ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Roberto Coin 18 Karat White Gold Pave Diamond Open Oval Ring
By Roberto Coin
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Roberto Coin Material: 18K white gold Diamonds: 128 round cut= 0.92cttw Color: G Clarity: SI1 Weight: 7.24 Width: 12.6mm
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Black Diamond Pavé Ring with 0.65 carat White Diamond Center
By BOON
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This exquisite ring effortlessly blends bold glamour and understated elegance. Crafted from luxurious 18-karat white gold weighing an impressive 6.99 grams, the band is pavé-set with...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Gold Offset Bypass Pave Set Diamond Twin Star Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
18k white gold ring. This playful ring is a bypass, crossover style, adorned with two complementary offset stars, decorated with round faceted diamonds, approximately 0.29 TCW, pave ...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.40ctw Pave Diamond Ring 14k Yellow Gold Size 7.25 Cocktail
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Diamonds - Total Carats - 1.40ctw Cut - Round Brilliant Color - H - J Clarity - SI1 - SI2 Metal: 14k Yellow Gold, White Gold Settings Weight: 12.9 Gr...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Solid Platinum Pave Cocktail Minimalist Ring with Two Carats Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This pave diamonds ring is made of platinum with 121 natural F/G, SI diamonds, 2,28 carats in total. We work with german gems company, that is in the market since 19th century.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
LeVian 14K Yellow Gold Baguette Cut Ruby and Pave Diamond Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: LeVian Material: 14K yellow gold Rubies: 26 baguette cut= 0.61cttw Diamonds: 72 round cut= 0.36cttw Color: G-H Clarity: SI1-SI2 Dimensions: the ring measures 11.5mm wide at...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage EFFY Designer 3.00tcw Blue Sapphire Pave 6mm Gold Band Ring
By Effy
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage EFFY Blue Sapphire Pave 6mm Gold Band Ring. securely Pave Hand set with 3.00tcw Blue Sapphires. Hand-crafted 14K White Gold mounting. Ring size 7.25, we off...
Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Gorgeous Platinum Pave Band Ring with 0.14 Carat of Natural Diamonds
Located in רמת גן, IL
A beautiful pave band ring with a dazzling 0.14 carat round brilliant diamonds.
Diamond, Platinum
4.42 Carat Emerald & Diamond Pave 18K Gold Bypass Cluster Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A bold and elegant bypass ring featuring 2.15 carats of emeralds and 2.27 carats of diamonds, set in 18K yellow gold for a striking, dynamic design. Details: Item Type: Bypass Ring ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Kurt Wayne .63 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Pave Band Ring
By Kurt Wayne
Located in Stamford, CT
Kurt Wayne pave diamond swirl ring circa 1990. 49 mixed sized diamonds set in 18k yellow gold. 49 mixed size round diamonds, G-H VS-SI approx. .63cts Size 6 and sizable 18k yellow...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pave Diamond Ladies Wedding Band Ring 18K White Gold 0.25Cttw
Located in New York, NY
Presenting a classic and simple wedding ring band. This sparkling 18k white gold wedding band is highlighted with dazzling 0.25cttw white round cut diamonds. Diamond quality, G color...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$9,600Sale Price|20% Off
Seven-Row Pavé Diamond Half-Circle Band Ring – 14K White Gold
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
The ring is set with a total of 122 round brilliant diamonds, weighing approximately 2.00 carats total weight.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Elegant Timeless Dome Shaped 18 white Gold Diamond Pavé Ring
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
This 18 K white Gold exemplifies exquisite simplicity! The diamonds are delicately set into a perfectly proportioned bombé mounting, all pavé set with a total weight of 6.37 ct. G c...
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Messika 18ct White Gold Diamond Pavé Ring Glam'Azone 2 Rows- D57772
By Messika
Located in London, GB
A stunning Messika Glam’Azone ring, crafted in 18ct white gold and beautifully finished with diamond pavé detailing. The iconic Glam’Azone collection is known for its bold yet elega...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Zigzag Tsavorite and Diamond Pavé Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This standout piece dazzles through creative green and white contrast design. A sinuous zigzag pathway winds along the shank, presenting vibrant tsavorite in brilliant solitaire sett...
Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Pave Diamond Beaded Pebbled Yellow Gold Dome Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Impressive 1970s David Webb style cocktail ring featuring a marquis shaped raised pave diamond center on a highly stylized beaded, pebbled or bubble designed 14k yellow gold band. T...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fancy Light Brown / Champagne Diamond Solitaire 0.85ct, and Pave Ring
Located in London, GB
Beautiful 18 ct Rose gold diamond ring consisting of a glistening round brilliant cut diamond, accompanied by 14 diamonds on the shoulders along the finite rose gold band. 1 x Round ...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Effy Natural Diamond Pave 14-Karat Multi-Band Ring In Stock
By Effy
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Effy 14k Rose Gold Natural Diamond Pave Multi-Band Ring Category: Details Designer: EFFY Material: 14k Rose Gold Diamond Details: There are approximately 0.35 carats of natural, pav...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
18K Yellow Gold Tsavorite Garnet Pavé Wide Band Ring Contemporary Design
Located in London, GB
The elegant wave-shaped silhouette creates a refined statement, while the vivid yellowish green gemstones provide exceptional brilliance and a refreshing burst of colour. Smooth poli...
Garnet, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Pave' Crossover 4 Row Diamond Ring 2.17 Carats
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
18KYG Pave' Crossover 4 Row Diamond Ring 2.17CTS Explore the rhymik weaving of line to create form and movement. A statement piece for sure, wear alone or stack with your other favo...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Pavé Diamond Band Ring, 0.46 Carat Total Diamond Weight
Located in Covington, LA
Details Sixty-two round brilliant natural diamonds totaling approximately 0.46 carat Crafted in 18K yellow gold Multi-row pavé diamond design Slim stacking band profile Ring size: 6....
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Fascinating 0.6ct Natural Diamonds Pave Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
This piece of jewelry is fashioned from 18K white gold and showcases 79 round brilliant natural diamonds, totaling 0.6 carats. The diamonds are distinguished by a G color grade and a...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Pave Set Cluster Ring with Chocolate Diamonds. (Size 7.0)
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
14K Yellow Gold Pave Set Cluster Ring with White and Chocolate Diamonds.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Surgarloaf Pave Diamond Ring by Goshwara
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
Striking in 18k yellow gold and iconic surgarloaf shape, this ring is accented with a halo of pave set diamonds and a diamond studded band. Ring size 6.75. Top of ring measures 11 mm...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,120Sale Price|20% Off
Pave set diamond wedding band 14KT gold 1.26ct diamond ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Luxurious wedding band made with over 1 carat of diamonds in 14KT white gold. GOLD: 14KT gold NATURAL DIAMOND(S) Clarity/Color: VS/G Carat:1.26ct Cut:Round Brilliant Grams:4.45 Item...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Ritani Eternity Diamond Wedding Band Ring Micro Pave Set in Platinum
By Ritani
Located in San Diego, CA
Ritani Style: Micro Pave Diamond Eternity Band Metal: Platinum PT950 Width: 2.0 MM Size: 4 - Not Sizable Diamond Shape: Round Brilliant Diamond Color & Clarity: G / VS Hallmar...
Diamond, Platinum
Natural Pave Diamond Full Finger Knuckle Handmade 925 Silver Victorian Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Country/Region of Manufacture: India Style: Vintage Secondary Stone: Diamond Ring Shape: Knuckle Main Stone Treatment: Not Enhanced Diamond Color: Fancy Color Metal Purity: 925 parts...
Diamond, Sterling Silver, Silver
Pave Diamond Half Finger Ring Solid 925 Silver Handmade Fine Jewelry
Located in Chicago, IL
Country/Region of Manufacture: India Style: Band Base Metal: Sterling Silver, 925 parts per 1000 Secondary Stone: Diamond Ring Shape: Band Main Stone Treatment: Not Enhanced Diamond ...
Diamond, Sterling Silver, Silver
Contemporary Pavé Diamond Zig Zag Motif Band Ring in Polished Platinum
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The center band is encrusted with multiple rows of round brilliant-cut diamonds, set closely together in a pavé style that maximizes their sparkle.
Diamond, Platinum
Exquisite 0.15ct Natural Diamond Pave Ring Setting in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Crafted with precision and elegance, this pave diamond ring setting is the perfect foundation for a breathtaking masterpiece.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural 3.27 Ct Ethiopian Opal Pave Diamond Ring Solid 14k Gold Ring size 10
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural 3.27 Ct Ethiopian Opal Pave Diamond Cocktail Ring Solid 14k Gold Ring. Main Metal:- 14K Solid Yellow Gold (as shown) Gold Weight:- 1.72 gm Gross Weight:- 2.43 gm Diamond We...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
1.50 Carat Pave Diamond Band Ring 18 Karat in Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 18k White Gold Diamond Details: Approx. 1.50ctw of Pave Set Round Cut Diamonds. Diamonds are G/H in color and VS in clarity Size: 7 Weight: 3.2dwt Additional Details: This ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Surgarloaf Pave Diamond Ring by Goshwara
By Goshwara
Located in Troy, MI
GOSHWARA is a term used to describe a perfect shape. Forming a silhouette of perfect proportions, this striking 18k yellow gold and iconic surgarloaf shaped ring is accented with a h...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Stunning 0.16ct Pave Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Introducing our elegant 18K White Gold Round Brilliant Natural Diamond Band, a timeless piece that radiates sophistication and style. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, thi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Estate 18K Pavé Diamond Bypass Carré Cut Ruby Ribbon Cocktail Ring
Located in Winter Springs, FL
The surfaces are pavé set with well-matched round brilliant diamonds that display lively sparkle and excellent presence.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,936Sale Price|20% Off
18K White Gold Dome Ring by Carat Jewellery, 3.19ct Diamond Pavé
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Dramatic and dazzling, this 18K white gold dome ring is masterfully pavé-set with 3.19 carats of round brilliant white diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Solid 18K White Gold Sapphire & Diamond Pavé Shield Statement Ring
Located in Zurich, CH
Framing the sapphires is a crisp, architectural border of round brilliant diamonds that flows across the upper band, emphasising the ring's sharp, modernist lines.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
925 Sterling Silver Natural Pave Diamond Eternity Band Ring Minimalist Gift.
Located in Chicago, IL
925 Sterling Silver Natural Pave Diamond Eternity Band Ring Minimalist Gift. Material: Sterling Siver Gemstone: Diamond A P P R O X T I M E All items are custom made to order. ...
Diamond, Sterling Silver
$16,000Sale Price|20% Off
Repossi 18k Gold Oval Diamond Multi-Row Pavé Eternity Engagement Ring
By Repossi
Located in Chicago, IL
The centerpiece is beautifully framed by a sophisticated multi-row pavé of round brilliant-cut diamonds, creating a sculptural, flowing effect that wraps elegantly around the finger.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.20 Carat white Diamond Dome Pave 18 Karat White Ring
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
3.20 carat white sparkly diamonds, G/H color, VS clarity, hand set in 18k white gold ring, with the best Italian craftsmanship in New York, by Ferrucci NY, classy, sophisticated, ri...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
18K White Gold Diamond Ring with Pavé Shoulders, 0.65 ct Total
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
Technical Details: • Period: Contemporary • Style: Pavé diamond shoulders, classic solitaire silhouette • Metal: 18K white gold (750‰) • Center Stone: 0.40 ct round brilliant diamond...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Pavé Diamond Cluster Stackable Band Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
14 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Pavé Diamond Cluster Stackable Band Ring Metal: 14k yellow gold Weight: 2.17 grams Diamonds: Approx. 0.20 CTW H-I SI round natural diamonds Size: 54 (7...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
0.10 CTW Pavé Diamond Flower Ring in 14K Gold, SI1+ Natural Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
FEATURES - Gold Kt: 14K Solid Gold - Diamond Type: Natural Diamonds - Total CTW: 0.10 ctw - Total Number of Stones: 30 pcs - Diamond Cut: Round - Diamond Size: 1mm - Diamond Clarity:...
Diamond, 14k Gold
1970s Italian 18K Gold Pavé Diamond Sculptural Swirl Ring 2.75 Carats
Located in Miami, FL
A commanding example of 1970s Italian design, this ring is defined by its sculptural volume and fluid, architectural lines. Crafted in richly polished 18-karat yellow gold, the compo...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pave Diamond Engagement Ring 14k Gold SI Quality diamond G-H Wrap ring Jewelry
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond Engagement Ring 14k Gold SI Quality diamond G-H Wrap ring Jewelry Total Carat Weight 0.32 Cts Approx Diamond Weight 0.32 cts Approx Base Metal Yellow Gold Band Width 2 m...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
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