Solid 9K Yellow Gold Natural Ruby womens Band Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
Most of my designs can be made with most gemstones including Amethyst, Aquamarine, Blue Topaz, Citrine, CZ, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Opal, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Pink T...
Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Solid 18K Rose Gold Pearl & Ruby Womens Dress Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
Most of my designs can be made with most gemstones including Amethyst, Aquamarine, Blue Topaz, Citrine, CZ, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Opal, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Pink T...
Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Natural Oval Ruby and Diamond/Sapphire 1.45 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Band
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful ruby cocktail band. Mounted in a beautiful 14K White Gold setting with a natural oval cut red ruby's complimented by natural round cut pink sapphires and nat...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
GAL 150K Rare Platinum 18KT Gold Glittering 37CT Natural Ruby Lavender Jade Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold with Rhodium Plated PLATINUM Large Rare Fancy Gorgeous Large Fancy Lavender Jade Ruby and Diamond Ring.
Diamond, Jade, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
3.44 ct Natural Burma Unheated Ruby 1.68 carat Emerald Diamond Ring Cum Pendant
Located in Yorba Linda, CA
Gross Weight 13.49 gms 18k Gold- 12.43 Burmese No Heat Ruby 3.44 carats (not certified) Natural Emerald 1.68 carats Diamonds .16 carats Appraisal Certificate Available by GIA certif...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby
3.44 ct Natural Burma Unheated Ruby 1.68 carat Emerald Diamond Ring Cum Pendant
Located in Yorba Linda, CA
Gross Weight 13.49 gms 18k Gold- 12.43 Burmese No Heat Ruby 3.44 carats (not certified) Natural Emerald 1.68 carats Diamonds .16 carats Appraisal Certificate Available by GIA certif...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby
GIT & GFCO Certified Pink Sapphire Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ruby ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 2.955 grams Set with- Stone type: Sapphire Shape: Cushion Carat: 0.53 Colour...
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pink Sapphire Motion 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Diamond Eternity Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Pink Sapphire Motion 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Eternity Ring features a stunning array of Pink Sapphires paired with the vibrant energy of Rubies, set in luxurious 14K yellow gold.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hammer Finish Two-Tone 18 Karat Italian Diamond Ring with Ruby Center Stone
By Stefano Vitolo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Produced by award winning Italian designer Stefano Vitolo. Stefano creates custom artisanal one of a kind jewelry with excellent gemstones in a truly old world Italian craftmanship. ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Bochic “Orient” Red Ruby & Multi Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Red Ruby & Multi Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver Red Natural Ruby Square Cut - 14 Carats White Diamonds - 1.50 Carat Pink Sapphires - 4 Carat...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
10k White Gold Natural Ruby Womens Eternity Ring, Customizable Metal & Stones
Located in Chesham, GB
*Most of my designs can be made with most gemstones including Amethyst, Aquamarine, Blue Topaz, Citrine, CZ, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Opal, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Pink ...
Ruby, 10k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Bypass Ring with 10 Ct of Pink Tourmalines and 1.10 Ct Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Metal: 18K White Gold (hallmarked) Gemstones: 2 Natural Pink Tourmaline cabochons, approx. 10.00 carats total Diamonds, approx. 1.10 ctw (F–G / VS1–SI1) Ruby halo accents Ring Size: ...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.51 Carat Natural 'Sakura Pink' Morganite and Diamond Ring Set in 18K Rose Gold
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Cocktail Ring featuring a 3.51 Carat, Natural Morganite (Pink Beryl) and 0.80 Carats of Diamond Accents set in 18 Karat Rose Gold.
Diamond, Morganite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18ct Yellow &White Gold Diamond Pink Tourmaline RingWith 0.65ct Natural Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A stunning 18ct yellow and white gold ring featuring 7 vibrant pink tourmaline at it's center, beautifully accented by 0.65ct of natural diamonds.
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Flower Ruby and Sapphires Cocktail Ring Brooch Pendant, Three in One, Unique
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Only one piece 10 ROUND DIAMONDS - 0.08 CTS 68 ROUND DIAMONDS - 1.30 CTS 432 RD PINK SAPPHIRES - 8.41 CTS 171 RD RUBIES - 3.32 CTS 18K ROSE GOLD - 26.25 gm amazing work of pet...
Diamond, Pink Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Late Victorian (c. 1880–1900) Ruby & Sapphire Diamond Cluster Ring in 18 K Yello
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
This exquisite Late Victorian cluster ring showcases the vivid interplay of ruby, sapphire, and diamond in a richly detailed graduated halo design.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
New SSEF Cert 5.641 CT Unheated Burma Mogok Clean Pigeon Red Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Warren, NJ
Rare! This exquisite ring features an unheated Burma Mogok Pigeon Red Ruby as its stunning centerpiece, accented with sparkling diamonds set in 18K Gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
CGL Certified 2.24 Carat, SI-2, Natural Fancy Deep Orangish Pink Diamond Ring
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a CGL Certified Natural 2.245 Carat Fancy Deep Orangish Pink Diamond and 1.30 Carats Diamond accents Ring set in Platinum and 18 Karat Pink Gold.
Diamond, Pink Diamond, Platinum
$900Sale Price / item|20% Off
Minimalist Ruby & Sapphire Five Stone Stackable Band Ring in 14K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant three-stone ring features vibrant round and baguette-cut natural rubies and round blue sapphires totaling 0.52 carats, set in 14k white gold.
Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1968 Finnish Ring Ruby solid 14K Rose Gold Ø 8US/ 1.8g
Located in SE
Vintage Finish Ring featuring solid 14K Rose Gold band with 4 Rubies ( likely Synthetic ) set in White Gold or Silver clusters .
Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Solid 9K White Gold Ruby Solitaire Victorian Style Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
This stunning ring has been set with a Fabulous Ruby Solitaire measuring 8x6mm (0.32" x 0.24" inches) and looks so elegant set against 9K white gold.
Ruby, Sterling Silver
Multicolor Gemstone & Diamond Pave Cicada Bug 18K Rose Gold Animal Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.00x2.50x2.50cm Color: 18K Rose Gold 7 Brown Diamonds 0.04 CT 30 Green Garnet 0.24 CT 13 Pink Sapphire 0.11 CT 12 Ruby 0.08 CT 10 Yellow Sapphire 0.06 CT 18KR 5.74 GM 1...
Brown Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Wide Ruby Band w Diamonds and Genuine Rubies Wedding Anniversary Band Wide
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
The details for this beautiful ring are listed below: Metal Quality: 14K White Gold Diamond Number: 68 Diamond Total Weight: .35 CT Diamond Clarity: VS2 (excellent, eye clean) Diamon...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Eostre Golden South Sea Pearl and Ruby Pendant Ring in 18K Rose Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
This is a Golden South Sea Pearl and Ruby Pendant Ring in 18K Rose Gold. The idea behind this piece is to bring out the passionate and fiery characteristic of the owner. The use of 1...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby French Blue Glass Love Intaglio Cocktail Ring
By Seal & Scribe
Located in San Diego, CA
This piece pairs beautifully with a ruby or diamond eternity band, or a simple buttery yellow gold band, and would make a wonderfully unique engagement ring, or a very special annive...
Ruby, 18k Gold
4.93 Carat Cabochon Cut Ruby & Oval Cut Diamond Three Stone 18K Ring
Located in Miami, FL
4.93 carat cabochon cut deep pink ruby ring. Adorned with 2 oval cut diamonds on each side of the shank, 0.40 cttw.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
10k White Gold Pearl & Ruby Womens Trilogy Ring, Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
*Most of our designs can be made with most gemstones including Amethyst, Aquamarine, Blue Topaz, Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Opal, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Pink Tou...
Pearl, Ruby, 10k Gold, White Gold
Garland Collection Yellow Gold and Star Set Diamond Dome Ring
By Garland Collection
Located in New York, NY
Our Garland Collection custom solid gold dome rings are scattered with bright diamonds in a starburst setting. A chic, throwback style with a modern twist. Available in yellow, r...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Rose Gold, White G...
AIGS Certified 1.45ct No Heat Ruby Ring 14kt Raised Mod Deck*
Located in New York, NY
AIGS certified pear shape ruby ring. No heat ruby, red-pink color. 9.2x4.6 mm. .45ct natural side round diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Victorian Burmese Ruby and Pearl Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Condition: Used (Very Good) Weight: 3.1 grams Ring Size: P 1/2 (57) Face Dimensions: 10mm x 14mm Pearls: 1 (4.5mm x 3.5mm), 2 (3.5mm x 3mm) Total Ruby Carat Weight: Approx. 0.42 Car...
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
1.7 Carat Cushion Cut Opal and Round Cut Pink Sapphire 14K Rose Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Gemstone shapes: One prong-set Cushion-cut Opal, measures 7 mm wide x 9 mm long Gemstone weight: 1.7 carats/ 12 prong-set round cut natural pink rubies each measure 1.5 mm Gemstones ...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Diamond Butterfly Ring Blue Large 18k White Gold, Sapphire 10.93ct, En Tremblant
Located in Great Neck, NY
Large 18K White Gold Diamond Butterfly Ring, 10.93 Carats, En Tremblant PURE MAGIC IN BLUE! A mesmerizing and whimsical Blue Sapphire Butterfly Ring that truly comes alive when worn....
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18...
$900 / item
14K White Gold Pink Tourmoline Ring for Her
By Joelle Fine Jewelry
Located in Great neck, NY
Charming Design - This stackable ring features a 14k gold band, and a emerald cut shaped gorgeous Pink Tormoline approximately 0.50cts, available in white, yellow and rose gold Mea...
White Gold
AGL Certified 32.32 Carat Pink Sapphire Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
The oval pink sapphire is held with four sets of double talon prongs in 18K rose gold which provide a delicate contrast with the stone, surrounded with a geometric halo of white diam...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$900 / item
14K Yellow Gold Pink Tourmoline Ring for Her
By Joelle Fine Jewelry
Located in Great neck, NY
Charming Design - This stackable ring features a 14k gold band, and a emerald cut shaped gorgeous Pink Tormoline approximately 0.50cts, available in white, yellow and rose gold Mea...
Tourmaline, Yellow Gold
Gold Rosy The Snail Ring with Tourmaline, Topaz & Diamonds by Alex Soldier
By Alex Soldier
Located in Geneve, CH
Gold Rosy The Snail Ring with Tourmaline, Topaz & Diamonds by Alex Soldier. Dimensions: Sculptural Top W 3 x L 3.2 x H 1.8 cm. Ring Size: Available in US sizes 5.5 to 8.5. Please con...
Topaz, Ruby, Tourmaline, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond...
18 kt. Yellow Gold Ring 7.81 ct. Burmese No Heat Ruby Gübelin &GRS Certified
Located in Antwerp, BE
Magnificant 18 kt. Yellow Gold Ring With a 7.81 ct. Burmese No Heat Ruby The Ruby comes Certified by Gübelin & GRS Ruby: Pink - Red, Cushion - Oval shape, Burma Ruby 7.81 ct.
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Pink Sapphire Gemstone 14K (18K Custom) Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning Oval Pink Sapphire Gemstone 14K (18K Custom) Gold Engagement Ring is a true statement of love and elegance.
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold Astra Ring with Amethyst, Tourmaline & Diamond in 18k Gold by Alex Soldier
By Alex Soldier
Located in Geneve, CH
Materials: 18k White Gold with Signature Hand-Textured Finish, 1 Central Luminous Amethyst, 39 Pink Tourmalines, 39 Accent Amethysts, White Diamonds, and Subtle Ruby Accents.
Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, Amethyst, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Whit...
Yellow Gold Tibetan Ring with Vivid Sapphire and Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
An unusual form makes this Tibetan 18 karat yellow gold contemporary ring an art object. It is encrusted with: colourful sapphires, diamonds, emeralds and cushion blue vivid sapphire...
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, ...
Multi-Color Pink Sapphire Halo 14K (18K Custom) Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Embrace the vivid beauty of the Multi-Color Sapphire Halo 14K (18K Custom) Gold Ring. This stunning piece features a bold, oval-cut ruby at its center, surrounded by a radiant halo o...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Onyx Flower Ring of 10k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Antique ring featuring a charming giardinetti motif composed of pearls, rubies, and a pink sapphire arranged as a floral bouquet set atop a polished onyx plaque.
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 10k Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Marquise Design Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer band ring is 18 Karat yellow gold and microscopically decorated with hand-made granulation workmanship, and finished with a unique contrast velvet look. This...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...
Flower Garden Collection 3in1, Ruby Sapphire Pendant, Brooch, Cocktail Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
FLOWER GARDEN COLLECTIONS, THREE IN ONE : PENDANT, BROOCH, COCKTAIL RING RARE Piece! One only. Ring with Rubies & Pink Sapphires 15 Round Diamonds - 0.14 CT 12 Round Fancy Diamond...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Ruby Spotlight 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Statement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Ruby Spotlight 14K Yellow Gold Statement Ring is a stunning creation set in 14K yellow gold.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Eternity Granulated Band Ring
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios design eternity band ring is handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold. The gorgeous band is microscopically decorated all the way around with gold wires, and Granulat...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...
Antique 1890s Cabochon Cut Ruby and Opal Yellow Gold Trilogy Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive cabochon cut ruby and opal ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold.
Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Solitaire Round Diamond Thin Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer thin band ring is 18 Karat yellow gold and microscopically decorated with hand-made granulation workmanship, and finished with a unique contrast velvet look....
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...
Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring with Vivid Cushion Sapphire and Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
An unusual form makes this Tibetan 18 karat yellow gold contemporary cocktail ring an art object. It is encrusted with: colourful sapphires, diamonds, emeralds and cushion vivid sapp...
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, ...
Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring with Vivid Cushion Emerald and Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
An unusual form makes this Tibetan 18 karat yellow gold contemporary ring an art object. It is encrusted with: colourful sapphires, diamonds, emeralds and cushion green vivid emerald...
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, ...
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Unisex Emerald Cut Diamond Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer band ring in solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold all handmade with the Byzantine workmanship and the unique velvet look on the background. This gorgeous ring features an e...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Round Greek Key Diamond Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer spiral band ring is handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold and carved forming the Greek Key design which is the symbol of eternity. This stunning ring feat...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...
Qeelin BoBo Ring Pavé-set Pink Sapphires White Diamonds 18K White Gold Size 51
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Materials: Typically crafted from 18K white gold . Gemstones: The pink color comes from being pavé-set with rubies, accented by white diamonds on the crown and black diamonds for the...
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald Sapphire and Diamond Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Band Ring is all handmade with Byzantine granulation workmanship and a unique velvet background. The gorgeous ring features a center 0....
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Blue Diamond, ...
Yellow Gold Tibetan Ring with Vivid Cushion Emerald and Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
An unusual form makes this Tibetan 18 karat yellow gold contemporary ring an art object. It is encrusted with: colourful sapphires, diamonds, emeralds and cushion green vivid emerald...
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, ...
Yellow Gold Tibetan Ring with Vivid Red Spinel and Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
An unusual form makes this Tibetan 18 karat yellow gold contemporary ring an art object. It is encrusted with: colourful sapphires, diamonds, emeralds and cushion red vivid spinel. S...
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, ...
“Capri” Vintage Sapphire & Rose Cut Diamond & Sapphire, Ring -18k Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Blue Sapphire, Ruby & Multi Color Rose Cut Diamond & Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Multi natural gem Ring Beautiful Natural Blue Sapphire ...
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Dia...
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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