Antique Victorian 18ct Gold Ruby & Diamond Boat Shaped Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Ruby & Diamond Ring Beautiful Boat Shaped Ring 18ct Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1894 UK Size Q & US Size 8 1/2 Can be resized for a small additional fee All of our items are e...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
$977Sale Price / item|44% Off
Ruby Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold, Ruby Engagement Ring in 14 K Gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Ruby ring in 14 karat yellow gold. Ruby engagement ring in 14 k gold. 14k yellow gold ring with rubies and diamonds.
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
18K White Gold 3.3ct Burmese Ruby and Diamonds - Statement Ring
By Nancy Phillips
Located in Eugene, OR
Exquisite Natural Pear Cut Burmese Ruby & Diamond Ring in White and Yellow Gold One of our most luxurious rings, this magnificent pear-shaped ruby ring features a stunning, 3.3-...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
10k White Gold Natural Ruby & Diamond Womens Eternity Ring
Located in Chesham, GB
A stunning 10K White Gold Five Stone, Half Eternity Ring handset with Natural Rubies & Diamonds The three oval cut rubies measure 4mm x 3mm (0.16"x0.12") and two brilliant round cut...
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, White Gold
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Emerald & Diamond Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Emerald & Pink Sapphire Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural Ruby - 12 Carats Natural Pink Sapphire - 3 Carat Natural Diamonds - 1 Carat This Ring ...
Emerald, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Moonlight Heart Ring in 18ct White Gold with Diamonds, Sapphires & Rubies
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in London, GB
Moonlight Heart Ring in 18ct White Gold with Diamonds, Sapphires & Rubies Towards the Stars Collection The Moonlight Heart Ring from Sybarite’s Towards the Stars Collection is a brea...
White Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18...
Victorian Ruby and Diamond Navette Ring
Located in London, GB
Condition: Used (Very Good) Weight: 6.0 grams Band Width: 3mm Size: K (50) - Resizable Face Dimensions: 23mm x 13mm Total Ruby Weight: Approx. 1.00ct Diamond Dimensions: 18 (1mm) Tes...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
GIA Argyle Certified Pink Diamond 18K Gold Bridal Ring
By HYT Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Bold and striking, this one-of-a-kind ring is the perfect statement piece. Each diamond is hand-selected by our experts for its superior lustre. - Centre Diamond, Twins-Certification...
White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
1980S Natural Burma Ruby Sapphire & Diamond 18K Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Celebrate the beauty of nature’s finest gemstones with this exceptional Estate Burma Ruby, Sapphire, and Diamond cocktail ring, masterfully crafted in solid 18K white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Pink Sapphire & Diamonds Pearl Pave Butterfly Sweet 18K Rose Gold Animal Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 3.00x2.80x2.50cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "8 White Diamonds 0.02 CT 5 Fancy Diamonds 0.02 CT 39 Pink Sapphire 0.33 CT 7 Ruby 0.06 CT 8 White Shell 2.00 CT 18KR 6.0...
Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring – 0.42 Carat Total Weight, 14k Gold
Located in Warszawa, PL
his refined ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and showcases a harmonious combination of a vibrant ruby and sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Stunning Diamond Multi Sapphire Ruby 14K White Gold Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
14K White Gold Ring Green Sapphire 3-0.16 ct Blue Sapphire 3-0,16 ct Yellow Sapphire 1-0,05 ct Pink Sapphire 2-0,1 ct Orange 1-0,05 ct Size 6 US Weight 3,14 grams It is our ho...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, White Gold
18K Rose Gold Pink Sapphire Ladybug Ring with Diamonds
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Rose Gold Pink Sapphire Ladybug Ring with Diamonds 45 Diamonds - 0.79 CT 2 Green Garnets - 0.09 CT 85 Pink Sapphires - 2.11 CT 4 Rubies - 0.25 CT 18K Rose Gold - 10.09 GM The ...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Rose Gold
Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This stunning cluster holds a bright pink ruby at the centre measuring 20pts and around the outside is a halo of sparkling diamonds totalling approx 40pts.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Bora & Co GIA Certified 2.06ct Ruby and Diamond Two-Tone 18K Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Bora & Co GIA Certified 2.06ct Pink Sapphire and Diamond Two-Tone 18K Gold Ring A refined expression of elegance and passion, this Bora & Co ring showcases a 2.06-carat GIA-certifie...
Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Stunning 14K Yellow Gold Peacock Ring With Ruby & Diamond Accent
Located in New York, NY
Adorned with vibrant pink rubies totaling 2.60 of carat weight and sparkling diamonds weighing 0.70 Total carat weight, this exquisite ring captures the essence of nature's beauty.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gia Certified White Diamond Argyle Pink Diamond 18k Gold Bridal Ring
By HYT Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This adorable ring features an exceptional white diamond at its centre, all set in 18K white gold and highlighted by sparkling Argyle Pink diamonds shoulder.
White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Art Deco Ruby & Diamond Square Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Art Deco Ring 18ct Gold Tested Circa 1920’s Fabulous, Art Deco ring.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Triple Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The rubies at the centre of each cluster are a deep, rich pink colour and are all round cut, the diamonds total 20pts each and surround each ruby adding so much sparkle.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Wide Pearl Diamond Pink Sapphire Rose 18K Gold Exclusive Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Rose Gold 18K Ring Natural Pearl 3,85 ct Pink Sapphire 168-2 ct Diamond 237 - 1 ct With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewellery...
Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Peridot and Pink Ruby Art Deco Style Target Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A striking emerald cut peridot at the center, beautifully framed by vibrant pinkish rubies. The shoulders of the ring are adorned with sparkling diamonds, adding elegance and shine.
Diamond, Peridot, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$10,320Sale Price|20% Off
24 Carat Kunzite Ring. Oval Cut Pink Kunzite French Ruby Halo 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
The harmonious balance of kunzite, rubies, and diamonds makes this ring a remarkable addition to any fine jewelry collection.
Diamond, Kunzite, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
$8,400Sale Price|20% Off
1.60 Carat Rich Ruby Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
stunning ruby and diamond ring features a rich red 1.60 carat ruby accented by bright white diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
19th Century Ruby Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Marquise Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
This one is surrounded by cushion-cut rubies then rose cut diamonds cut into pink. Height : 16.6 mm approximately, width : 9 mm approximately, thickness : 3.8 mm approximately, widt...
Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Natural Pink Sapphire White Diamond 18K Gold Engagement Ring
By HYT Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Set in 18K yellow gold, dazzling and playful, this ring is a contemporary classic and will make the perfect addition to any jewellery collection. - Oval Shape Pink Sapphires total 0....
White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Pink Sapphire White Diamond 18K Gold Engagement Ring
By HYT Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A wonderful addition to anyone’s jewellery box, this piece would make a delightful gift. - Oval Shape Pink Sapphire 0.55 carat - Round Brilliant Cut White Diamonds total 0.17 carat ...
White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pink Sapphire & Diamonds Pearl Pave Butterfly Sweet 18K Rose Gold Animal Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.00x2.70x2.60cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "4 White Diamonds 0.01 CT 4 Pink Shell 1.05 CT 38 Pink Sapphire 0.34 CT 8 Ruby 0.08 CT 18KR 4.42 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & P...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bespoke 2 Carat Round Diamond GIA Certificate 18 Karat Gold Halo Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Introducing a stunning bespoke diamond engagement ring crafted with exquisite detail and artistry.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Round Brilliant Cut Argyle Pink Diamond and White Diamond 18K Gold Ring
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Beautiful Pink diamond ring with Especially assorted Pink diamonds from Argyle Mines in Australia, a special edition given the rarity of Natural pink diamonds.
White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold Ruby & Diamond Band Ring, Circa 1910
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ruby & Diamond Ring Stamped 18ct Gold Circa 1910 Five-stone ring set with three round-cut rubies and two diamonds in alternating sequence.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,600Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified 3.73 Carat Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Whether worn as a symbol of love or as a cherished heirloom, this IGI certified 3.73 carat deep pink-red Natural ruby and 1.33 carat natural diamond ring in 18K black and white gold ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Hancocks 2.70ct Burma Ruby & Diamond ring in 18ct Yellow Gold
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
Maker: Hancocks Summary: 2.70ct Burma Ruby & Diamond ring in 18ct Yellow Gold Description: A cabochon ruby and diamond ring, by Hancocks.
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Platinum 0.25 Carat Round Diamond Twisted Love 4 Prong Bespoke Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
For a beautifully entwined journey together, this gleaming twisted vine modern classic engagement ring. Handmade in high grade Platinum 950 to British Standard, with a total of 0.25 ...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
14K White Gold Ring with Princess Cut Rubies and Diamonds. (Size 7.75)
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Additional Details: This 14K white gold wide-band ring features 1.06 carats total weight of princess-cut pink rubies accented by princess-cut and round diamonds totaling 1.10 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Round brilliant cut Argyle Pink Diamond and White Diamond 18K Gold Ring
By HYT Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The spectacular hues of the Pink Diamonds are perfectly accentuated in K18 Gold setting and elegant white diamond alongside.
White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
GIA Certified cushion Natural Green Diamond and Pink Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
- GIA certified Cushion cut Natural Fancy Yellow Green Diamond- 1.10 cts - Natural Pink Diamonds - 0.186 cts - Natural White Diamonds - 1.19 cts Made in 18K Gold and Platinum HYT ...
Pink Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold
Round Brilliant Cut Argyle Pink Diamond and White Diamond 18K Gold Ring
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Ring styled with a delicate band of Argyle Pink Diamonds, decorated with white diamonds, set in 18K Gold Round Brilliant Cut Natural Pink Diamonds - 0.29 cts Round Brilliant Cut Wh...
White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Round Brilliant Cut Argyle Pink Diamond and White Diamond 18K Gold Ring
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Stylish Band ring with beautiful and Rare Argyle Pink diamonds styled with white diamonds, made in 18 K Gold Round Brilliant Cut Natural Pink Diamonds - 0.12 cts Round Brilliant Cut...
White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
0.33 Carat Round Cut Cluster 18 Karat White Gold Halo Engagement Diamond Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
This Beautiful 0.33 Carat White Round Cut Diamond Cluster Halo ring is set in 18 Karat White Gold and color H clarity SI1.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA certified Marquise cut White Diamond and Pink Diamond 18K Gold Ring
By HYT Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This White and Argyle Pink diamond ring combines timeless elegance with romantic flair.
White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Pink Sapphire & Gemstone and Diamond Pave Bee 18K Rose Gold Animal Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 1.50x1.70x2.50cm Color: 18K Rose Gold 12 White Diamonds 0.05 CT 11 Green Garnet 0.12 CT 17 Ruby 0.34 CT 18KR 3.27 GM 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Animal & Fan...
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Art Deco 18ct Gold Ruby & Diamond Ring, Circa 1920
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Ruby & Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1920s A striking Art Deco ring set with six French-cut rubies and seven single-cut diamonds, mounted in platinum.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Art Deco Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The diamonds total 1carat and the rubies total 40pts. The ring is modelled in 18carat gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
18KT Yellow Gold AIG Certified Burma Ruby Heart Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
A halo of shimmering round brilliant diamonds totaling 0.80 carats encircles the ruby in radiant harmony, all set in polished 18KT yellow gold with diamond-accented split shoulders f...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum Engagement 0.68 Carat Round Diamond Bespoke Twisted Love 4 Prong Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
For a beautifully entwined journey together, this gleaming twisted vine modern classic engagement ring. Handmade in high grade Platinum 950 to British Standard, with a total of 0.68 ...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
Platinum 0.40 Carat Round Diamond Twisted Love 4 Prong Bespoke Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
For a beautifully entwined journey together, this gleaming twisted vine modern classic engagement ring. Handmade in high grade Platinum 950 to British Standard, with a total of 0.40 ...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
0.50 Carat Round Diamond Bespoke Twisted Love 4 Prong Platinum Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
For a beautifully entwined journey together, this gleaming twisted vine modern classic engagement ring. Handmade in high grade Platinum 950 to British Standard, with a total of 0.50 ...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
Platinum Engagement 0.82 Carat Round Diamond Bespoke Fancy Twist 4 Prong Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
For a beautifully entwined journey together, this gleaming twisted vine modern classic engagement ring. Handmade in high grade Platinum 950 to British Standard, with a total of 0.82 ...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
0.94 Carat Platinum Engagement Round Diamond Bespoke Fancy Vine 4 Prong Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
For a beautifully entwined journey together, this gleaming twisted vine modern classic engagement ring. Handmade in high grade Platinum 950 to British Standard, with a total of 0.94 ...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
1.20 Carat Platinum Engagement Round Diamond Solitaire Twist Bespoke 4 Claw Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
For a beautifully entwined journey together, this gleaming twisted vine modern classic engagement ring. Handmade in high grade Platinum 950 to British Standard, with a total of 1.20 ...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
Edwardian Three-Stone Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming antique ruby and diamond ring dating back to the Edwardian period. A trio of oval faceted rich red rubies possessing a slight pinky undertone sit side by side...
Diamond, Pink Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Multicolor Pink Gemstone & Diamond Pave Fly Bug 18K Rose Gold Animal Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.75x2.30x2.60cm Color: 18K Rose Gold 1 Amethyst 1.85 CT 11 Fancy Diamonds 0.06 CT 10 Green Garnet 0.11 CT 68 Pink Sapphire 1.18 CT 2 Ruby 0.08 CT 18KR 5.86 GM 18K Gold...
Amethyst, Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
0.25 CT Round White Diamond 18 KT Yellow Gold Solitaire Gents Signet Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
0.25 Round Brilliant White Diamond Men's Signet Style ring is set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Spanish Vintage DIAMOND and RUBY 18 karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The Spanish Vintage Diamond and Ruby 18kt Yellow Gold Ring with claw setting is a luxurious and exquisite piece of jewelry that combines the timeless beauty of diamonds and rubies wi...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial A Ring 9 Karat Yellow Gold
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A truly captivating trend happening in the jewellery and luxury fashion world. Personalised, bespoke and skillfully hand-crafted jewellery is gaining momentum. Strengthen that pers...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Round Brilliant Cut Argyle Pink Diamond 18K Gold Band Ring
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Stylish Band ring with a beautiful line of Rare Argyle Pink diamonds, made in 18 K Gold Round Brilliant Cut Natural Pink Diamonds - 0.26 cts Made in Gold HYT Jewelry is a Fine Diam...
Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Sensational Ruby Sapphire Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Ring For Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring 18K Yellow Gold Ruby 1.80 ct Pink Sapphire 1.20 ct Diamonds 0.42 ct Rubelite 23.06 ct Orange Sapphire 5.55 ct Weight 20,5 grams It is our honour to create fine jewelry, and...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow 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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