Tiffany & Co. Tiffany T True Wide Band Ring with Pavé Diamonds in 18 Karat Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 5.75 This dazzling Tiffany T True diamond band ring is absolutely striking on the finger. Founded in 1837 in New York City, Tiffany & Co. is one of the world's most stor...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White & Yellow Gold 2.20 CT Diamond Pavé Wedding Band
Located in New York, NY
A modern take on a timeless classic, this elegant wedding band features an intertwined design crafted in luxurious 18K white and yellow gold. Sparkling pavé-set round brilliant diamo...
Diamond
$1,388Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Solid White Gold 1.3 Ct Pave Set Deep Blue Sapphire Dome Ring Eternity Band
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Pave Set Deep Blue Sapphire Dome Ring Eternity Band in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple.
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Suzy Levian 14K Rose Gold Round Blue & Black Diamond Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
Jewelry Type: Fine Diamond Properties: Color Enhanced Product Features: Certified Diamond Band Width: 2-3 mm, 3-4 mm Stone: Diamond Diamond Color: Blue Gold Karat: 14k Total Diamond ...
Diamond, Blue Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Round Solitaire Halo Natural Diamond Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
-Features natural, ethically sourced diamonds with a brilliant round center. -Gold ring with pave-set diamonds for a multidimensional sparkle.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
9 Carat Pave Diamonds VS Quality E Color Cocktail 18 Kt White Gold Ring Estate
Located in New York, NY
9 Carat Pave Diamonds VS Quality E Color Cocktail 18 Kt White Gold Ring Estate Amazing shine and design cocktail ring. 9 Carat Diamonds VS quality E color Cocktail 18 K Gold Rin...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Suzy Levian 14K Rose Gold Round Blue & Black Diamond Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
Jewelry Type: Fine Gold Karat: 14k Total Diamond Weight: 1.81 Carats Jewelry Setting: Pave Product Features: Certified Diamond Diamond Properties: Color Enhanced Band Width: 5-6 mm, ...
Blue Diamond, Black Diamond, Diamond, Rose Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
John C. Rinker Pave Diamond and Blue Sapphire Dome Ring in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 9.25 Exquisite elegance meets timeless design with this stunning John C. Rinker domed band ring. This polished masterpiece showcases an alternating pattern of brilliant r...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Leaf Design Two Finger Long Ring with Ruby & Pave Diamonds Made in Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"18KT Gold:2.4g, Diamond:3.02ct, SiIver:25.79g Ruby:1.63ct" Size-8.5 (Adjustable)
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver, Gold
Handmade Platinum Pave Diamond Eternity Engagement Band
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Designs Collection Beautiful Art Deco Hand Engraved Eternity Pave Diamond Band. This piece is handmade to perfection, from the stone setting to the engraving. High end band,...
Diamond, Platinum
Pink and White Pavé Diamond Triple Row Semi-Eternity Band Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 7 Introducing our enchanting multi-row pave diamond semi-eternity band ring, a captivating fusion of elegance and romance.
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold Pave Diamond Eternity Band
Located in beverly hills, CA
A single row of micropavé diamonds set on a narrow 14K white gold band. This elegant diamond eternity band offers a timeless, sophisticated look. 53 diamonds totaling 0..53 carats ar...
Diamond, White Gold
Black and White Pavé Diamond Multi-Row Layered Band Ring in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 7.5 Crafted from lustrous 14 karat white gold, this captivating band ring boasts a multi-row design adorned with a stunning array of black and white diamonds. The rows ar...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$998Sale Price|46% Off
James Allen Platinum Pave Diamond Wedding Band 0.42ct 4.48g
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
This elegant ladies’ wedding band is crafted in platinum and features 21 round brilliant-cut diamonds (F–G colour, VS2–SI1 clarity) delicately pave-set for a sparkling, refined finish.
Diamond, Platinum
Di Modelo Pavé Diamond and Blue Sapphire Three Row Band Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Di Modolo
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 6.75 Contemporary multi-row band ring by designer Di Modelo sparkles and shines with glittering diamonds, while the center sapphire stone adds an elegant pop of color. ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Le Vian Triple Row White and Brown Pavé Diamond Band Ring in 14 Karat Rose Gold
By Le Vian
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 6.75 This Le Vian diamond ring dazzles with contemporary elegance and rich contrast. Crafted in 14 karat rose gold, the band features an overlapping, crisscross design th...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Hans D. Kreiger Brown and White Pavé Diamond Bypass Ring Two-Tone 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 7.75 This absolutely stunning Hans D. Kreiger cocktail ring features a gorgeous combination of fancy brown and white pave diamonds in a contemporary twisted bypass design...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White ...
18 Karat White Gold Pave Diamond Eternity Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K white gold Diamond: 120 round brilliant cut = 1.62cttw Color: I Clarity: SI1 Ring size: 6 (please allow two additional shipping days for sizing request...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. T Narrow Pave Diamond Band -White Gold 18k Rd .45ctw Ring Sz 6 1/2
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Greensboro, NC
Collection: T Design: Narrow Pave Ring Metal Content: 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .45ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: E - F Clarity: VS1 - VS2 Tota...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Suzy Levian 18 Karat White Gold Round White Diamond Engagement Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
Jewelry Type: Fine Diamond Properties: Natural Diamond Band Width: 2-3 mm, 1-2 mm Stone: Diamond Clarity: SI1-SI2 Diamond Color: White Gold Karat: 18k Total Diamond Weight: 2.99 Cara...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Suzy Levian 18 Karat White Gold Round White Diamond Engagement Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
Jewelry Type: Fine Diamond Properties: Natural Diamond Band Width: 2-3 mm, 1-2 mm Stone: Diamond Clarity: SI1-SI2 Diamond Color: White Gold Karat: 18k Total Diamond Weight: 2.03 Cara...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Suzy Levian 18 Karat White Gold Round White Diamond Engagement Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
Jewelry Type: Fine Diamond Properties: Natural Diamond Band Width: 2-3 mm, 1-2 mm Stone: Diamond Clarity: SI1-SI2 Diamond Color: White Gold Karat: 18k Total Diamond Weight: 1.92 Cara...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Diamond 18K Rose Gold Pave Half-eternity Band
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking band ring adorned with 1.49 carats of round white diamonds. The brilliance of the diamonds is enhanced by the warm glow of 18k rose gold. Crafted with precision, the ring ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Suzy Levian 14K Rose Gold Blue & White Round Diamond Wavy Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
Jewelry Type: Fine Band Width: 3-4 mm, 4-5 mm Diamond Properties: Color Enhanced Product Features: Certified Diamond Stone: Diamond Diamond Color: Blue, White Gold Karat: 14k Total D...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$4,792Sale Price|25% Off
GIA Certified No Heat Round Cabochon Sapphire In VIntage Engraved Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Main Features: Center Stone: Type: GIA Certified No Heat Sapphire Shape: Cabochon Round Weight: 2.23 Carats Color: Deep, Rich Blue Accent Stones: Diamonds: Total Weight: 0.15 Carats ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
14 Karat Yellow Gold Pave Diamond Cigar Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold Diamond: round brilliant cut = 2.00cttw Color: G / H Clarity: SI1 Ring size: 5.5 (please allow two additional shipping days for sizing requ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.85 Carat Ladies Pave-Set Diamond Eternity Band
By SEAWAVEDIAMONDS
Located in New York, NY
0.85 Carat Ladies Pave-Set Diamond Eternity Band -Metal Type: Platinum -0.85 Carat Round Natural Diamonds -F-G Color -VS Clarity -Size 6.25 Made in New York City
Diamond, Platinum
14K White Gold Diamond Band Ring with Round Center Diamond and Baguette Accents
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Adding dimension and sparkle, the upper and lower edges of the band are set with pavé round diamonds, giving the ring its striking multi-row silhouette.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold Pave Diamond Rectangular Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 14K white gold Diamond: round brilliant cut = 1.50cttw Color: G Clarity: SI1 Ring Size: 5.75 (please allow up to 2 additional business days for sizing requests) Weight: 14....
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Le Vian Multi Row Pavé Diamond Band Ring with Ruby Flower in 18 Karat White Gold
By Le Vian
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 6.75 Enhance your fine jewelry collection with the allure of this gorgeous Le Vian multi row diamond ring featuring a captivating ruby and diamond flower motif at its he...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Fancy GIA Certified 2.05 Carat Natural Round Diamond Ring 18k White Gold
Located in Aventura, FL
Details: GIA Grading Report: 6221018611 Measurements: 7.89 - 7.96 x 5.06 mm Cutting Style: Round Brilliant Style: Pave Diamond Ring Carat Weight: 2.05 carat Color Grade: I Clarity Gr...
Diamond, White Gold
18K White Gold Pave Diamond Semi-Eternity Band
Located in New York, NY
Elegant 18k White Gold Diamond Band Ring. This exquisite band ring is crafted in 18k white gold. The surface is adorned with a continuous row of sparkling white diamonds, creating a ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold Pave Three Row Diamond Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Custom Material: 14K white gold Diamonds: 55 round brilliant cut = 1.65cttw Color: H Clarity: SI1 Size: 10.5 sizing available Dimensions: ring top measures 5.8mm in width ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.78 Carats Round Cut Diamond Eternity Wedding Band Ring in White Gold
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
Set in a rounded micro-pave setting, this ring is made with 18K white gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Pave Diamond Three Row Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K white gold Diamond: 43 round brilliant cut = 0.64cttw Color: G Clarity: SI1 Ring size: 7 (please allow two additional shipping days for sizing requests...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Suzy Levian 18 Karat White Gold Round White Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
Jewelry Type: Fine Diamond Properties: Natural Diamond Band Width: 2-3 mm, 1-2 mm Stone: Diamond Clarity: SI1-SI2 Diamond Color: White Gold Karat: 18k Total Diamond Weight: 1.90 Cara...
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
0.71 Carat Ladies Pave-Set Diamond Eternity Band
By SEAWAVEDIAMONDS
Located in New York, NY
0.71Carat Ladies Pave-Set Diamond Eternity Band -Metal Type: 18K White Gold -0.71Carat Round Natural Diamonds -F-G Color -VS Clarity -Size 6.75 Made in New York City
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold Five Row Pave Diamond Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K white gold Diamond: 87 round brilliant cut = 1.76cttw Color: G Clarity: SI2 Ring size: 5.25 (please allow two additional shipping days for sizing reque...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Pave Diamond Scalloped Cigar Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold Diamond: 33 round brilliant cut = 2.00cttw Color: H Clarity: SI2 Ring size: 6.25 (please allow two additional shipping days for sizing requ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$22,400Sale Price|20% Off
9ct Pavé Natural Diamond Eternity Band in 18K White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Each diamond has been carefully selected and pavé-set to achieve a seamless, glittering surface, giving the ring a bold yet refined presence.
Diamond, White Gold
$3,500Sale Price|22% Off
Adolfo Courrier Wisteria Diamond Pavé Stackable Band
By Adolfo Courrier
Located in Greenwich, CT
Inspired by the passion for art and Italian craftsmanship, husband and wife Adolfo Courrier and Alessandra Zanchetta, creates contemporary designs that make a fashion statement and i...
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Pavé Diamond Eternity Wedding Band
By Simon Ardem
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Eternity Band set in 18K Yellow gold. Pave set brilliant round diamonds are F-G VS2. Carat weight: .78 ct.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat White Gold 9 Row Pave Diamond Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K white gold Diamond: 158 round brilliant cut = 1.50cttw Color: G Clarity: SI1 Ring size: 6.25 (please allow two additional shipping days for sizing requ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Suzy Levian 14 Karat Rose Gold Round Kancha Sapphire and Diamond Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
Jewelry Type: Fine Stone Shape: Round Band Width: 2-3 mm, 3-4 mm Number of Gemstones: 1 Stone: Gemstone Clarity: SI1-SI2 Diamond Color: H-I, White Side Stone: Diamond Gemstone Cut: R...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
2.91 Total Carat Ladies Pave-Set Diamond Eternity Band
By SEAWAVEDIAMONDS
Located in New York, NY
Get two more petite diamond pave channel rings and stack "Eternity Grande" between the two.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Eternity Diamond Pave Wedding Band .83cttw 14k Gold
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Product Summary ♥ Main Stone: Diamond Approx. Total Diamond Carat Weight: .83cttw Diamond Color: G/H Diamond Clarity: I2/I3 Diamond Cut: Round Number of Stones: 129 Band Material...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Eternity band in Platinum with Pave Halo around Rounds Stones
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
This stunning piece features a captivating design with a pave halo around each round stone, creating a continuous circle of brilliance and sparkle.
Diamond, Platinum
Sonia B 14 Karat White Gold Pave Diamond Band
By Sonia B
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Sonia B Material: 14K white gold Diamonds: 37 round brilliant cut = 0.55cttw Color: H Clarity: SI2 Size: 7 Dimensions: ring measures 5mm in width Weight: 4.27 grams
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 19K Gold Diamond Ribbon Band, 0.51ctw Pavé, Middle Eastern Hallmarks
Located in Miami, FL
A luxurious vintage ribbon-form band crafted in rich 19K yellow gold, distinguished by authentic Middle Eastern hallmark punches and shimmering pavé-set diamonds. The fluid, sculptur...
Diamond, Gold
Suzy Levian 18K Two-Tone White & Rose Gold Round White Diamond Engagement Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
Jewelry Type: Fine Diamond Properties: Natural Diamond Band Width: 2-3 mm, 1-2 mm Stone: Diamond Clarity: SI1-SI2 Diamond Color: White Gold Karat: 18k Total Diamond Weight: 1.82 Cara...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Art Deco 18K Gold Triple Row Pave Diamond Band
Located in Venice, CA
This 18k white gold Art Deco ring has three rows of diamonds that present as an overall sparkly front. The rows appear as three bands that come together at the base of the ring to fo...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Suzy Levian 18 Karat Two-Tone White and Rose Gold Round Diamond Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
Jewelry Type: Fine Diamond Properties: Natural Diamond Band Width: 2-3 mm, 1-2 mm Stone: Diamond Clarity: SI1-SI2 Diamond Color: White Gold Karat: 18k Total Diamond Weight: 3.03 Cara...
Diamond, White Diamond, Rose Gold, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Suzy Levian 18 Karat Two-Tone White and Rose Gold Round Diamond Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
Jewelry Type: Fine Diamond Properties: Natural Diamond Band Width: 2-3 mm, 1-2 mm Stone: Diamond Clarity: SI1-SI2 Diamond Color: White Gold Karat: 18k Total Diamond Weight: 2.28 Cara...
Diamond, White Diamond, Rose Gold, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Suzy Levian 18 Karat Two-Tone White and Yellow Gold Round Diamond Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
Jewelry Type: Fine Diamond Properties: Natural Diamond Band Width: 2-3 mm, 1-2 mm Stone: Diamond Clarity: SI1-SI2 Diamond Color: White Gold Karat: 18k Total Diamond Weight: 1.87 Cara...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold 1.21 Carat Diamond Pave Lattice Milgrain Band
Located in Cape May, NJ
Era: Modern Estate Composition: 18K Yellow Gold Primary Stone: Round Brilliant Diamonds Carat Weight: Approximately 1.21 Carats Color/Clarity: VS1-2 / F-G Ring Size: 5.5 Ring Weight:...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
LeVian 14 Karat White Gold Pave Sapphire and Diamond Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: LeVian Material: 14k white gold Diamond: 22 round cut = 0.62cttw Color: H Clarity: SI1 Sapphire: 80 round cut = 2.25cttw Ring Size: 7 (please allow up to 2 additional busi...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Leon Mege Elegant Rosary Platinum Solitaire with Pave-Set Podium
By Leon Mege
Located in New York, NY
The gem of the "Flamingo" collection is Leon Mege elegant "Rosary" solitaire centering a stunning round diamond and finished with a crisp pave on the Podium™ base. Surgical-grade pl...
Diamond, Platinum
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
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