Oval Ruby & Diamond Vintage Inspired Style Statement 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
The sparkle continues to its edges with round diamonds. This Art Deco inspired ring is a perfect piece for an engagement ring, or to commemorate an anniversary. 14K White Gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Contemporary Ruby and Diamond Alternating Baguette Wedding Band in White Gold
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Channel-set baguette rubies alternate with prong-set round brilliant diamonds along this Ruby and Diamond Alternating Baguette Band Ring, crafted in cool, lustrous 18K white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Round Diamond and Ruby Filigree Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Round Diamond and Ruby Filigree Cocktail Ring This 18 karat white gold ring features an intricate filigree design.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 2.11 carats with Diamond 0.47 carat Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 0.7 cm Length: 0.7 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 5.89 grams "We first opened doors in ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold Setting
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 5.47 carats with Diamond 0.60 carat Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 1.8 cm Length: 2.4 cm Ring Size: 52 Total Weight: 10.93 grams "We first opened doors in ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.13 carats with Diamond 0.05 carat Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 1.8 cm Length: 0.7 cm Ring Size: 55 Total Weight: 5.41 grams "We first opened doors in 19...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold Setting
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 4.03 carats with Diamond 1.26 carat Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 2.0 cm Length: 3.2 cm Ring Size: 52 Total Weight: 12.41 grams "We first opened doors in ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 3.16 carats with Diamond 1.06 carats Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 1.8 cm Length: 0.8 cm Ring Size: 51 Total Weight: 11.08 grams "We first opened doors in ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 2.01 carats with Diamond 0.09 carat Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 1.0 cm Length: 1.0 cm Ring Size: 51 Total Weight: 4.45 grams "We first opened doors in 1...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold Setting
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 2.14 carats with Diamond 0.75 carat Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 1.3 cm Length: 1.9 cm Ring Size: 52 Total Weight: 7.77 grams "We first opened doors in 1...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.78 Carat Natural Ruby Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1.78 Carat Natural Ruby Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring Metal: 18 Karat White Gold Primary Stones: Natural Ruby Accent Stones: Natural Diamonds Total Carat Weight: 1...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold
Pearl, Sapphires, Diamonds, Emeralds, Rubies, 14 Karat White Gold Ring.
Located in Marcianise, CE
Fantastic retrò ring in 14 kt white gold structure mounted with a yellow pearl surrounded by a frame of diamonds, emeralds, rubies and sapphires.
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ruby with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 2.41 carats with Diamond 0.56 carat Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 2.0 cm Length: 0.8 cm Ring Size: 55 Total Weight: 6.93 grams "We first opened doors in 1...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 7.60 carats with Diamond 1.35 carats Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 2.1 cm Length: 3.0 cm Ring Size: 52 "Since we first opened doors in 1980 our store was t...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Ruby and Diamond Band Ring
Located in London, GB
Condition: Used (Very Good) Weight: 13.2 grams Ring Size: L 1/2 (52) Ruby Weight: Approx. 0.80ct Total Diamond Weight: Approx. 0.72ct Diamond Details: Approx.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K Yellow/White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 5.01 carats with Diamond 0.95 carats Ring set in 18K Yellow/White Gold Settings Width: 1.0 cm Length: 1.0 cm Ring Size: 52 Total Weight: 8.79 grams "We first opened doors in...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cabochon Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 7.68 carats with Diamond 1.18 carats Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 1.2 cm Length: 1.0 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 12.37 grams "We first opened doors...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond and Ruby Art Deco Style Three stone Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A harmonious blend of sparkle and sophistication, perfect for a statement piece or special occasion. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K White Gold Total weight: 2.56 g.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold
Natural Emerald cut Ruby (No Heat) and Pear cut White Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A refined Natural Mozambique Ruby (No Heat) and White Diamond Ring in 18K Gold, featuring a precisely cut and calibrated row of vivid red, untreated rubies at its center—valued for t...
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold Setting
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.29 carats with Diamond 0.33 carat Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 0.6 cm Length: 0.7 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 4.56 grams "We first opened doors in 19...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond & Red Pink Ruby Edwardian Style Engagement 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This Art Deco style Diamond and Ruby Ring is absolutely divine. It’s fashioned from 18k white gold and centered with 0.50 carat round brilliant cut diamond surrounded by French cut r...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.50 Carat Pear and 0.13 Carat Square Ruby Diamond Accents 14K White Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
This Ring is made up of 6x4 mm Pear-Cut Ruby (1 pcs) 0.50 carat, 2.0 mm Square-cut Ruby (2 pcs) 0.13 carat and Round-cut White Diamond (24 Pcs) 0.21 Carat.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Alex Jona Ruby White Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold ring, set with 0.62 carat of white brilliant cut diamonds, F color, VVS1 clarity and 1.40 carats of square cu...
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby, Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.53 carats, Blue Sapphire 2.14 carats and Diamond 0.50 carat Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 1.6 cm Length: 0.7 cm Ring Size: 50 Total Weight: 4.44 grams "We fir...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.85 TCW Oval Natural Ruby Diamond Wedding Ring 14k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
3.85 TCW Oval Natural Ruby Diamond Wedding Ring 14k White Gold features oval cut ruby set in the center with three diamonds cluster set on left and right making a ruby wedding ring.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Prasiolite Diamonds Ruby Sapphires 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Elegance and sophistication come together in this stunning ring crafted in 18-carat white gold, a jewel that captivates the eye thanks to its extraordinary composition of precious st...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat Yellow and White Gold Ruby Ring with Diamond Accents 0.50 TDW
Located in Stamford, CT
14 Karat Yellow And White Gold Ruby Ring With Diamond Accents 0.50 TDW.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
$14,400Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified 5.50 Carat Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Whether worn as a celebration of a milestone or as a treasured heirloom, this IGI certified 5.50 carat vivid pink-red Natural Burma ruby and 2.62 carat natural diamond ring in 18K Wh...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Asscher Cut Diamond & Ruby Art Deco Style Statement White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Indulge in the timeless elegance of our Asscher cut diamond and ruby art deco style engagement ring. This exquisite piece features an eye-catching Asscher cut diamond at its center, ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vow Collection Ring: 0.57 Carat Diamond and 1 Carat Ruby in 14K White Gold
By ZIORO
Located in Paramus, NJ
Gold Setting: Crafted with precision in elegant 14K white gold, the setting provides a sophisticated and timeless backdrop for both the diamonds and the ruby, enhancing their natural...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Contemporary 6.36 CTW Ruby Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Dome Weave Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as domed white gold form displaying a basket weave motif pattern Featuring segments of baguette cut rubies and round brilliant cut diamonds Rubies are weigh approximately 4....
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,840Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified 2.66 Carat Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Immerse yourself in the radiant beauty of this extraordinary cocktail ring, adorned with a magnificent array of IGI Certified 2.66 Carat rubies and dazzling diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
South-Sea Pearl, Rubies, Sapphires, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose and White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, CE
Gorgeous ring in 14 kt rose and white gold structure mounted with a south-sea pearl surrounded by diamonds,rubies and sapphires.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Grandeur 0.83 Carat Oval Cut Ruby and Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The Ruby is set on a 4 prong white gold basket attached to a 18 karat white gold shank.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Stunning 18K Gold Halo Diamond and Ruby Cocktail Ring, 0.96ct & 0.87ct
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay the tax and shipping expenses. This stunning, designer-made ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a gemstone ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
$3,600Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified 2.22 Carat Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Prepare to be enchanted by the extraordinary IGI certified 18K white gold ring featuring a stunning 1.38ct oval-shaped ruby, accompanied by two pear-shaped rubies totaling 0.84ct, an...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
From $3,787Sale Price / item|20% Off
9.56 TCW Oval Ruby Diamond Eternity Band Ring 14K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
9.56 TCW Oval Ruby Diamond Eternity Band Ring 14K White Gold features oval cut rubies set in a round shape with diamonds set on the sides of the ring to enhance the look.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$625Sale Price|50% Off
18K White Gold 0.69ct Oval Clear Ruby & 0.11ct Brilliant Diamond Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Please consider any applicable import duties or taxes in your country when making your offer—we’re happy to work with you to find a fair and satisfying arrangement Product Details: ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Floral Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive ruby and diamond ring has been crafted in 18ct yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$4,214Sale Price|20% Off
Statement Ruby White Diamond Band Elegant White 18K Gold Ring for Her for Him
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White 18K Gold Ring *Same Model with another stones and gold available Diamond 0,14 ct Ruby 0,12 ct Weight 12 grams This collection was created inspired by the wonderful and con...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold
Diana M. 18 kt white gold ruby and diamond ring adorned with 5.40 cts
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18 kt white gold ruby and diamond ring adorned with 5.40 cts tw of round pink rubies surrounded by 1.60 cts tw of round diamonds going all the way around in a halo design.
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,440Sale Price|20% Off
3 Carat Cushion Treated Ruby and 1 Carat Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
8 X 8 Cushion Cut Approximately 3 Carat Treated Ruby 14 Karat White Gold Ring Size 5.75 Diamond approximately 1 ct Its a treated ruby prong set 14 Karat White Gold: 4.3 gra...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Colour: H, Colour: SI1 Total Ruby Weight: Approx. 0.48ct Rose Cut Diamond Dimensions: 24 (1mm - 0.5mm) Tested As: 18ct Gold Box: The Vintage Jeweller Ring Box
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.04 Carat Cushion Cut Ruby and Diamond Bypass Halo Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Exquisite 2 Stone Bypass Halo Ring with 2 Cushion Cut natural Rubies and 2 Tapered Baguette Diamonds surrounded by 86 round brilliant diamonds around the halo and down the sides.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14K Gold Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring, Approximately 6 Carats Rubies
Located in Plantation, FL
The ring is centered by a richly saturated oval ruby measuring approximately 7.2 x 5.9 mm, surrounded by eighteen marquise-cut rubies and accented by a bright cluster of round and ma...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Oval Burma Ruby with Heart Diamonds White Gold Ring with Certificate
By Angeletti
Located in Roma, IT
Oval Burma Ruby with Heart Diamonds White Gold Ring with Certificate.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,520Sale Price / item|20% Off
Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring Gift for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Graceful and eye-catching, this bypass-style ring is beautifully crafted in 18k white gold, featuring a modern yet romantic silhouette.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,300 / item
”Aura” Ruby And Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Fatih, 34
”Aura” Ruby And Diamond Engagement Ring This item is made by order, please let us now your desired gold colored and ring size Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
$5,720Sale Price / item|20% Off
Natural Oval Ruby and Diamond Floral Cocktail Ring for Women in 14k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite ring is crafted in 14k white gold and showcases a vibrant cluster of rubies with a total stone weight of 1.14 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
18k Diamond and Ruby Wide Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Add a touch of elegance to your jewelry collection with this 18k Diamond and Ruby Wide Band Ring. Crafted in 18k white gold, it features 1.18 carats of sparkling diamonds and 2.04 ca...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$14,400Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified 11.39 Carat Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Crafted in 18K white gold with a halo setting and encrusted with sparkling diamonds, this ring is a testament to both exquisite craftsmanship and the allure of rare gemstones.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,920Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified 2.91 Carat Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Experience the allure of this IGI certified 2.91 carat deep red Natural ruby and 0.57 carat natural round brilliant diamonds ring in 18K white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$638Sale Price|49% Off
18K White Gold 0.59ct Oval Clean Red Ruby & 0.16ct Diamond Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Please consider any applicable import duties or taxes in your country when making your offer—we’re happy to work with you to find a fair and satisfying arrangement Product Details: ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.05 ct Natural Ruby & Diamond Halo Ring in 14k White Gold
By Hakimi's Gem
Located in Chicago, IL
-Center Stone: 2.05 ct natural ruby -Accent Stones: 0.60 ct round brilliant-cut diamonds -Diamond Quality: G/H color, SI2/I1 clarity -Metal: 14k white gold -Ring Size: 5 (sizable...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,500 / item
Ruby And Diamond Vintage Engagement Ring
Located in Fatih, 34
This item is made by order, please let us now your desired gold colored and ring size Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt • Available Gold Colors: Rose Gold, Yello...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Sapphires Diamonds Emeralds Rubies 18 Karat White Gold Cockatil Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby and Diamond Two-Row Half Eternity Gold Band Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Finely Detailed Double Row Ruby and Diamond Art Deco Revival Half Eternity Gold Band Ring.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 4.96 Carat Burma Ruby No Heat And Diamond Ring In 18K White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant Burmese ruby and diamond ring showcased by Rewa jewels is handcrafted in 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$6,560Sale Price|20% Off
AIG Certified 3.03 Carat Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Crafted in 18K white gold, this modern-style ring is adorned with natural diamonds, adding a touch of brilliance and elegance to its overall design.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified Natural Oval Mozambique Ruby Diamond Ring 13.29ct 18K White Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
GIA Certified 13.29 Carat Mozambique Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold An extraordinary jewel of distinction, this GIA-certified 13.29 carat Mozambique ruby captures the essen...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 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.
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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