Natural Blue Sapphire and Diamond Stacked Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 6 Indulge in the beauty of our stunning blue sapphire and diamond stacked cocktail ring, set in luxurious 14 karat yellow gold.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$992Sale Price / item|20% Off
Simple 14K Solid White Gold Halo Diamond and Blue Sapphire Women Engagement Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Simple Blue Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring in 14K Gold is a sign of pure love.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Bvlgari Serpenti Bypass Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
By Bulgari
Located in London, England
The head is solely set with an oval cut vibrant blue sapphire which is securely bezel set. The opposite end of the snake is pave set with 9 round brilliant cut diamonds which add the...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.90ctw Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring, 14K White Gold, Ring Size 5
Located in McLeansville, NC
Stones: - sapphire, 1 stone - oval cut - 6 x 4 mm - approximately .70 carat - diamonds, 2 stones - round brilliant cut - 3 mm - approximately .20 total carats - G-H color, I1 clarit...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Chaumet Paris Burma No-Heat Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Ring Platinum
By Chaumet
Located in Fairfield, CT
Chaumet Paris Burma No-Heat Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Ring Platinum This exceptional vintage Chaumet Paris ring centers on an ~4.11-carat natural Burmese sapphire, accompanied by G...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$12,240Sale Price|20% Off
Oval Cut Blue Sapphire and Baguette Diamond Ballerina Style Ring in Platinum
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: Platinum (with 14K white gold shank) Gemstones: Natural Sapphire and Diamonds Sapphire Count: 1 Sapphire Cut: Oval Sapphire Measurement: 8.7 mm x 6.55 mm x 3.51 mm Sapphire ...
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Platinum, 14k Gold
Tiger Ring Diamond Blue Sapphire Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The tiger ring with diamonds and blue sapphire carries 1.70 carats of blue Ceylon sapphire of brilliant quality (tiger crown and 2 eyes).
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.23ctw Sapphire & Diamond Flower Ring, 9k Yellow & White Gold, Ring Size 6
Located in McLeansville, NC
Stones: sapphire, 1 stone round 3.5 mm approximately .20 carat diamonds, 6 stones single cut 1.1 mm approximately .03 total carats G-H color, VS2-SI1 clarity Ring Size 6 Rise Off O...
Diamond, Sapphire, 9k Gold, White Gold
Pear Cut Blue Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Halo Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 7 This captivating blue pear-cut Ceylon sapphire ring is adorned with a halo of sparkling diamonds, all elegantly set in lustrous 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18ct Gold, 1960s Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
This beautiful piece features a delightful daisy design with a captivating faceted natural sapphire that radiates charm. Surrounding the sapphire is a cluster of sparkling natural di...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian era Square Sapphire and Diamond Target Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire and Diamond Target Ring 18ct Gold Circa 1910 Step back in time with this stunning Edwardian-era ring, beautifully crafted in 18ct gold.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Round Pink Sapphire and Diamond Halo Split Shank Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The centerpiece of this enchanting ring is a luscious pink sapphire, exuding a soft and delicate hue, encircled by a shimmering halo of dazzling diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
Cartier Paris Sapphire Diamond Ring French 18K Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Fairfield, CT
Cartier Paris Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold This Cartier Paris ring features a 1.4 carat cabochon-cut blue sapphire set within a field of approximately 1.0 carat...
Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Richard Krementz Heart Cut Tourmaline 18K Ring with Pink Sapphire and Diamonds
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 18 Karat White Gold Gemstones: Pink Tourmaline, Pink Sapphire, Diamond Ring Size: 6.25 Ring Ornament Dimensions: 11.6mm x 9.6mm Ring Graduated Band Width: 3mm - 3.1mm Ring W...
Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Channel Set Pink Sapphire and Round Diamond Multi Row Band Ring 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 7 This elegant pink sapphire and diamond band ring is a beautful work of art.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.6ctw Diamond and Sapphire Three Stone Ring, 18k White Gold, Ring Size 7.25
Located in McLeansville, NC
Stones: sapphire, 1 stone oval 6.8 x 5 mm approximately 1 total carat diamond, 2 stones oval 5 x 3.5 mm approximately .60 total carats HI color/ SI2 - I1 clarity Ring Size 7.25 Ris...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Yellow Gold Nigeria Sapphire Diamond Wide Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Diamond and sapphire 'Nigeria' ring, Cartier, France.
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Oval Blue Sapphire and Double Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 6 This gorgeous oval blue sapphire and double diamond halo cocktail ring, exquisitely set in lustrous 14 karat white gold, is a dazzling display of elegance and sophistic...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$17,460Sale Price|20% Off
18 Karat White Gold Ladies Ring with 2.81 ct. Natural Sapphire and diamonds
Located in Braintree, GB
18kt white gold ladies ring with natural Corundum sapphire with diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Oval Cut Blue Sapphire and Double Diamond Halo Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This sapphire and diamond ring is crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and showcases an oval-cut blue sapphire at its center.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond and Sapphire Flower Ring in Platinum
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 6.5 This stunning vintage ring radiates timeless beauty with its Old European cut center diamond encircled by a halo of rectangular cut blue sapphires.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Blue Sapphire Diamond Cocktail Ring Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The blue sapphire and diamond ring features 2 rows of custom cut calibrated square blue sapphires of brilliant color (3.20 carats) flanked by a row of round diamonds set en pavé (1.1...
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Y...
Blue Sapphire and Diamond Flower Motif Cocktail Ring Set in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 8.75 This stunning sapphire and diamond ring, set in luxurious 14 karat white gold, is an elegant a flower motif that is a beautiful addition to any ensemble.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Princess Cut Pink Sapphire and Diamond Band Ring in Brushed 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Surrounding the sapphires, a delicate array of round diamonds forms a diamond-shaped setting, creating a unique halo effect that enhances the overall brilliance of the ring.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Sapphire and Pavé Diamond Twisted Knot Band Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 14 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstones: Sapphires and Diamonds Sapphire Count: 28 Sapphire Cut: Round Sapphire Total Carat Weight: 0.56 carats Sapphire Color: Yellow Diamond Cut: Roun...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yello...
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, 1920s Authentic Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
At its heart, the ring features natural diamonds elegantly arranged in hexagonal settings, enhanced by two captivating round bezel-set diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Radiant Cut Blue Sapphire and Multi Diamond Band Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstones: Sapphire and diamonds Sapphire Total Carat Weight: 1.91 CTW Sapphire Shape & Cut: Radiant cut Sapphire Color: Blue Sapphire Quantity: 1 sapphir...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cushion Cut Blue Sapphire and Multi-Row Diamond Band Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstone: Sapphire and Diamond Sapphire Count: 1 Sapphire Cut: Cushion Mixed Sapphire Total Carat Weight: 1.52 carats Sapphire Color: Blue Diamond Count:...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
Antique 18ct Gold, 1920s Art Deco, Hexagonal Sapphire and Diamond Target Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire and Diamond Target Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1920s Introducing an exquisite and authentic Art Deco ring crafted from 18ct gold.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18ct Gold & Platinum 1920s Art Deco Diamond and Sapphire Rectangular Plaque Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Tested Circa 1920s This exquisite art deco ring features a fabulous and intricate open-work design with a centre bezel-set Old European C...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Rosior one-off Diamond, Emerald and Sapphire Cocktail Ring set in White Gold
By Rosior
Located in Porto, PT
Rosior by Manuel Rosas 19.2K White Gold "Flower" Ring set with: - 237 Blue Diamonds with 1,70ct, - 211 White (G-VVS) Diamonds with 1,73ct, - 20 Yellow Diamonds with 0,21ct - 2 Emeral...
Blue Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, Gold, Rhodium
10ct Gold 1970s Diamond Emerald, Amethyst, Ruby, Sapphire and Topaz Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
It features a daisy-style design with a centre Diamond surrounded by Emerald, Amethyst, Ruby, Sapphire, and Topaz stones.
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Topaz, Gold, 10k Gold
Round Blue Sapphire and Diamond Halo Flower Cocktail Ring in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 5 This gorgeous round blue sapphire with diamond halo cocktail ring, set in luxurious 14 karat white gold, is a mesmerizing symbol of sophistication and grace.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Platinum-topped 14K Gold, Sapphire, & Diamond Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine, antique sapphire and diamond cocktail ring. In 14 karat yellow gold with platinum-topped elements.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Platinum
Oval Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstones: Sapphire and Diamond Ring Size: 7 Ring Graduated Band Width: 2.8mm - 1.3mm Ring Ornament Size: 17.3mm x 15.2mm Ring Weight: 7.1 grams Stamped: ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Sri Lankan Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Gold, circa 1980s–1990s
By Bulgari
Located in Roma, RM
An exceptional acquisition for collectors of signed Italian jewelry, as well as for those seeking a statement sapphire ring with strong design identity and enduring elegance.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
Princess Cut Blue Sapphire and Round Diamond Multi-Row Band Ring 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 7 Elevate your collection with this exquisite sapphire and diamond band ring, crafted in luxurious 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Old European Cut Diamond and Blue Sapphire Navette Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 18 Karat White Gold Gemstones: Diamond and sapphire Diamond Cut: Old European cut Diamond Color: F–G Diamond Clarity: VS2–SI1 Diamond Total Carat Weight: 0.81 CTW Sapphire Sh...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cabochon Star Sapphire and Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstones: Diffused Star Sapphire and Diamonds Sapphire Shape: Oval cabochon cut Sapphire Color: Blue Sapphire Variety: Diffused star sapphire Sapphire To...
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels Certified Natural Sapphire Ballerina Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef and Arpels Certified Natural Sapphire Ballerina Ring A ballerina ring set with a center oval cut sapphire and 24 baguette cut diamonds, Accompanied by an AGL certificat...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Cushion Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Halo Wide Band Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 7.5 Indulge in the luxurious elegance of this dazzling sapphire and diamond band ring, a stunning creation that seamlessly blends classic beauty with modern sophistication.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rainbow Sapphire and Diamond Multi-Row Wide Band Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 6 This captivating multi-colored sapphire and diamond band ring is a vibrant and luxurious statement piece, designed to elevate any jewelry collection.
Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Marquise Cut Montana Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 11 Elevate your collection with this breathtaking Montana sapphire and diamond ring, a masterpiece of artistry and elegance.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Blue Sapphire Diamond Dome Cocktail Ring Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The blue sapphire and diamond dome cocktail ring features 12.61 carats of oval-cut fine quality faceted Ceylon sapphires.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Sapphire Diamond Dome Cocktail Ring Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The yellow sapphire and diamond dome cocktail ring features 31.88 carats of oval-cut fine quality faceted Ceylon sapphires of brilliant color.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pink Sapphire Diamond Dome Cocktail Ring Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The pink sapphire and diamond dome cocktail ring features 22.96 carats of oval-cut fine quality faceted Ceylon sapphires of brilliant color.
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Platinum Brilliant Cut Diamond Sapphire Emerald Contemporary Design Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
This Platinum Design Ring, contains an intense 1 carat Blue Sapphire round cut,, a 1.10 carats Emerald square cut and 1,12 carats White Diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum
Blue Sapphire Diamond Dome Cocktail Ring Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The blue sapphire and diamond dome cocktail ring features 12.97 carats of oval-cut fine quality faceted blue Ceylon sapphires of intense color.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pear Cut Orange Sapphire and Double Diamond Halo Stacked Cocktail Ring 18K Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold Gemstone: Sapphire and Diamonds Sapphire Count: 1 Sapphire Cut: Pear Sapphire Total Carat Weight: 0.88 carats Sapphire Color: Red/Orange Diamond...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Amethyst Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A striking emerald cut amethyst at the center, surrounded by a rich sapphires and sparkling diamonds on the shoulders.
Amethyst, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,456Sale Price / item|20% Off
Alluring 18K Solid Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring, Yellow Gold Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18K Gold is a sign of pure love.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold, 1.2± ct. Diamond, and Sapphire Three Stone Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine white gold, diamond, and sapphire three stone engagement ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Vintage Pink Sapphire and Diamond Filigree Navette Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 7 This wonderful vintage ring features a duo of vivid round-cut pink sapphires set vertically at the center, framed by two sparkling Old Mine cut diamonds.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Round Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring in Two-Tone 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 5 This exquisite sapphire and diamond ring is a timeless symbol of sophistication and grace.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
French 4.90 Carat Burmese Sapphire 1.39ct Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Condition This stunning gemstone cocktail ring is exceptional quality set with a stunning natural Burmese sapphire showing no signs of heat treatment, and very high color graded old ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum
Round Cut Aquamarine Ring with Pavé Sapphires and Diamonds 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The combination of aquamarine, diamonds, and sapphires creates a striking balance of brilliance and color, making this ring a true treasure.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
French Cut Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Style Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This majestic Art Deco style ring features a striking French cut sapphire at the center, symbolizing regal beauty.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pink Sapphire and Pavé Diamond Butterfly Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 18 Karat White Gold Gemstones: Diamond & Pink Sapphire Ring Size: 7 Ring Weight: 9.2 Grams Graduated Band Width: 2.7mm - 3.8mm Stamped: 18K, 750 Estate Condition: Very goo...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified No Heat Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Halo Ring, Platinum & 18K Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 6.75 Immerse yourself in unparalleled elegance with this exquisite Ceylon sapphire and diamond halo ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Aquamarine 8.50 Carat Bespoke 18 Karat White Gold 3 Carat Diamond Halo Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A bespoke magnificent 8.50 Carat Fancy Oval Cut Blue Aquamarine Dress / Engagement Ring surrounded by round diamonds half halo on both sides with tapering baguette diamonds also surr...
Diamond, White Diamond, Aquamarine, 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.
On 1stDibs, shop the bright blue gems that star in sapphire rings, sapphire necklaces and other vintage and antique sapphire jewelry.
Sapphires — the stone of choice for Napoleon, Princess Diana and Elizabeth Taylor — have been a favorite of aristocrats and the well-to-do since the time of the Ancient Greeks.
Picture a sapphire. If the stone you conjure is a deep cornflower blue, you’re seeing only part of the picture. Although blue Kashmirs are considered the most valuable, sapphires come in every color except red. No matter the hue, this very special gem is rich in history and beloved by royals (FYI, Princess Diana and Kate Middleton share an 11-carat sapphire engagement ring), so September babies are in very noble company.
America’s version of royalty — old money and celebrities — have also shown a predilection for the blue stones. In 1940, John D. Rockefeller Jr. had Cartier mount a 62-carat sapphire he had bought from an Indian maharajah in a brooch for his first wife, Abby Aldrich Rockefeller; in 2001, the piece sold for a then-record of $3,031,000 at Christie’s New York.
The grand dame of jewelry, Elizabeth Taylor had a passion for the gems that her lovers were happy to indulge. Second husband Michael Wilding gave her an engagement ring set with a cabochon sapphire, while Richard Burton famously presented her with a BVLGARI sautoir set with diamonds and sapphires, including at its center a cabochon Burmese weighing 52.72 carats. One of the star lots in the sale of Taylor’s jewels at the Christie’s New York in 2011, it sold for $5,906,500.
You don’t have to have blue blood or a bulging bank account, however, to get an eyeful of this much-coveted gem. A number of outstanding examples reside in public collections.
The Smithsonian Museum of Natural History owns the 423-carat Logan sapphire, a gift from the Guggenheim family, and the Hall sapphire and diamond necklace, designed by Harry Winston and featuring 36 fine, well-matched cushion-cut Sri Lankan sapphires weighing a combined 195 carats. Also in the collection is the Bismarck sapphire necklace, designed by Cartier and sporting a central sapphire weighing 98.6 carats, which Mona Von Bismarck donated to the museum.
Sapphires are composed of corundum. Their color derives from trace elements, such as iron, titanium, chromium, copper or magnesium. When the trace element produces a ruby hue, the stone is called, what else, a ruby. (which is, as mentioned above, why sapphires cannot be red by definition).
The allure of large gemstones endures throughout the periods characterized as vintage, and sapphire features frequently in vintage engagement rings. (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.)
Find an exquisite collection of vintage and antique sapphire 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.
Ancient Egyptians referred to the vibrant stone as the “gem of the sun.”
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The vintage bombé ring is bursting with color and timeless style.
Zircon is a magnificent and underrated natural gemstone that has been worn and adored for centuries.
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If diamonds don’t seem right, what about a magnificent sapphire, ruby or emerald?
Accounting for just 1 percent of all diamonds, these marvels of nature are exceedingly rare and gorgeously complex.
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.