French Carved Jade Diamond 18K Gold Sculptural Cocktail Ring, Circa 1990
Located in Miami, FL
A bold collector’s jewel that balances sculptural presence with elegant refinement.Origin: France Period: Late 20th Century Date: Circa 1990 Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 21.91 gram...
Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sculptural Asymmetric Curved Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 6.25 This bold and luxurious diamond ring features a sweeping, asymmetrical wave design fully set with brilliant round diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sculptural 14k Yellow Gold Rock Crystal Diamonds Malachite Cocktail Ring, Italy
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Beautiful ring crafted in 14 karat yellow gold, featuring an elegant and sophisticated design that harmoniously combines natural gemstones and luminous details in a composition of re...
Crystal, Diamond, Rock Crystal, Malachite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.86 Carat Round Natural Diamond Sculptural Band Ring, 14k Yellow Gold
Located in New Delhi, DL
Round natural diamonds are pavé-set across the broad, sculpted surface of this contemporary band ring. Polished yellow-gold beadwork curves through the white-gold diamond sections, c...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Lavinia Sculptural 18K Gold Shield Ring with Peach Diamond by Aneta Zae
Located in Long Island City, NY
A regal sculptural statement ring, hand-carved in rich 18K yellow gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Dragon Sculptural 18K Gold Ring with Black and White Diamonds by Aneta Zae
Located in Long Island City, NY
A bold sculptural statement ring, hand-carved in rich 18K yellow gold.
White Diamond, Black Diamond
Maria Kotsoni, Contemporary 18K Yellow Gold and White Diamond Sculptural Ring
By Maria Kotsoni
Located in Nicosia, CY
The ‘Parallel’ ring is crafted in 18K yellow gold, hallmarked in Cyprus. This elegant sophisticated diamond ring comes in a highly polished finish and features white, VS Diamonds tot...
White Diamond, Yellow Gold
Contemporary, Sculptural 18K Yellow Gold & White Diamond Six Pointed Star Ring
By Maria Kotsoni
Located in Nicosia, CY
The ‘Finger hugging Star’, ring is crafted in 18K yellow gold hallmarked in Cyprus. This spectacular statement ring, comes in a highly polished finish and features White VS, Diamonds...
White Diamond, Yellow Gold
$3,280Sale Price / item|20% Off
Geometric Pentagon Diamond Pavé Cluster Sculptural Dome Band Ring 14K/18K Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
A bold yet refined design, this ring brings together sculptural gold forms and precise geometry in a seamless, modern composition.
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18...
Vintage Buccellati Diamond and 18 Carat Yellow Gold Sculptural Swirl Dress Ring
By Buccellati
Located in London, GB
This striking ring is a beautiful example of Buccellati's craftsmanship, where gold work is just as important as the diamond itself.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Contemporary Sculptural 18K Yellow Gold Red Garnet White Diamond Solitaire Ring
By Maria Kotsoni
Located in Nicosia, CY
The ‘Eight millimeter’, solitaire ring is crafted in 18K yellow gold hallmarked in Cyprus. This stunning unisex solitaire ring, comes in a highly polished finish and features a centr...
White Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Gold
Italian 18 Karat Gold South Sea Pearl Diamond Sculptural Cocktail Ring, 1975
Located in Miami, FL
A graceful row of five round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.35 carats adds subtle sparkle, highlighting the pearl while maintaining the ring's sculptural character.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Solid White Gold Engagement Sculptural Floral Ring with Natural Cushion Diamond
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This limited edition Magnolia engagement ring is adorned with a stunning cushion diamond. The weight is 8.59 grams. The flower is larger and heavier than it appears in the photo, and...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
$2,360Sale Price|20% Off
CARLO VIANI Sculptural Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Round Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
An sculptural ring designed by Carlo Viani. This is a beautiful signet type sculptural ring, created by Carlo Viani.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Maxxine Sculptural OOAK 18K Gold Statement Ring with Black Diamond by Aneta Zae
Located in Long Island City, NY
A dramatic one-of-a-kind sculptural statement ring, hand-carved in rich 18K yellow gold.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold
Luna OOAK Sculptural 18K Gold Ring with Rose Cut Diamond by Aneta Zae
Located in Long Island City, NY
A dramatic one-of-a-kind sculptural ring, hand-carved in rich 18K yellow gold.
Diamond
$38,992Sale Price|41% Off
Fancy Light Pink Diamond 18 Karat Solid White Gold Magnolia Sculptural Ring
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Magnolia Flower Sculptural ring is crafted in 18 karat white gold and features a large certified 0,7 carats fancy light pink diamond of excellent quality.
Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Le Vian Brown & White Diamond Crossover Sculptural Band Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By Le Vian
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This elegant Le Vian diamond band ring features a graceful crossover design that wraps fluidly around the finger. One band is lined with sparkling white diamonds, while the other is ...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sculptural Recycled Yellow Gold Diamond Contemporary Elephant Ring by MAZARIN
Located in Geneve, CH
Elephant Ring by MAZARIN Dimensions: W 2 x H 2 cm Materials: 14.8 g of recycled yellow gold 750/1000. 1 pear-shaped diamond of 0.3 carat. Sculpted gold ring depicting an elephant's ...
Yellow Gold
Solid 18K Yellow Gold Engagement Sculptural Ring with One Carat Yellow Diamond
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Magnolia Flower engagement or cocktail ring is made of 18 karat yellow gold and features a yellow diamond with great characteristics. The cushion cut with "crushed ice" facets h...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Pavé Diamond Oblong Sculptural Cutout Cocktail Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This stunning diamond ring showcases an intricate swirl design that radiates movement and sophistication.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sculptural 19.21 Carat Kunzite and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
It is a contemporary American creation, likely produced between 2005 and 2015, reflecting the bold luxury aesthetic of modern high jewelry. • 14K White Gold • Kunzite: 19.21 carats •...
Diamond, Kunzite, 14k Gold, White Gold
Fancy Mixed Color Diamond Halo Ring in Sculptural 18k Rose Gold Setting
Located in Bangkok, Bangkok
At the heart of this ring is an artful arrangement of round rose tambuli-cut fancy diamonds, totaling 4.30 carats.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Brown Shield 18k Gold Cognac Diamond Sculptural Talisman Ring By Capucine H
Located in Geneve, CH
Shield Autumn Gemstones Ring by Capucine H Dimensions: Made to size Materials: 18k recycled gold, champagne and cognac diamonds, zircons, garnets This ring was designed as an extens...
Diamond, Garnet, Zircon, Gold, 18k Gold
Brielle Crown Sculptural 18K Gold Ring with Diamonds by Aneta Zae
Located in Long Island City, NY
A regal sculptural statement ring, hand-carved in rich 18K yellow gold.
18 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Art Nouveau Style Sculptural Ring with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Orange Flower cocktail ring is made of 18 karat yellow gold and features diamonds. It was showcased in an editorial in Vogue Ukraine and other magazines, and was designed by oil...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
$984Sale Price / item|20% Off
Modern Sculptural Pear Cut Diamond Solitaire Wave Ring in 14K Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This solitaire wave ring features a 0.21 carat pear-shaped diamond set in 14k yellow gold.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$26,600Sale Price|30% Off
3.02ct Antique Emerald cut Diamond Reef Knot ring in a Sculptural Reef Knot
Located in Brisbane, AU
• Signature Ohliguer Reef Knot sculptural design • Set with a 3.02ct NSII antique emerald-cut natural diamond GIA Certified 10.11 x 7.45mm • Handcrafted in 18ct yellow gold • Reef ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Cut Brown Smoky Quartz Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Sculptural Shield Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
This remarkable piece, features a striking design in 14K yellow gold. The centerpiece is a large, faceted brown smoky quartz, held securely by four prongs, exuding a sense of luxury ...
Diamond, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Solid Rose Gold Orange Blossom Sculptural Ring with Diamonds by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Orange Flower cocktail ring with diamonds and spinels is made of 18-karat rose gold and was featured in an editorial in Vogue UA and other magazines. It was designed by oil pain...
Diamond, Spinel, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
$2,275Sale Price / item|20% Off
0.16 Ct Natural Diamond & Mother of Pearl Floral Ring 18K Gold Sculptural Design
Located in Deira, AE
The interplay of iridescence, precious materials, and sculptural form gives the ring a distinctive contemporary presence today Details:- Item Code: SER-29732 Category: Fine Jewelry ...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
V. Stern Blue Topaz & Diamond in 14K Gold Sculptural Eye Design Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Stern signed designer ring in 14K yellow gold featuring a large square-cut blue topaz centerpiece in artistic eye-inspired sculptural setting with full-cut diamond accent approximate...
Diamond, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Italian Sculptural Pavé Diamond Flexible Dome Ring in 18K White Gold, 3 Carats
Located in Miami, FL
An arresting Italian-made pavé diamond ring distinguished by its architectural presence and refined craftsmanship.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Solid Rose Gold Contemporary Sculptural Ring with Sapphire and Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
An unusual form makes this Tibetan 18 karat rose gold contemporary dimensional ring an art object. It is encrusted with F/G, SI. diamonds and big dark blue cushion sapphire. It was i...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, W...
Sculptural Vintage Inspired Ring with Precious Natural Gems
Located in Singapore, SG
This sculptural vintage-style ring is handcrafted in solid 18K gold and set with carefully curated natural precious gemstones, including a Burmese unheated ruby, Colombian emeralds, ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
18 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Engagement Sculptural Floral Ring with 1 Ct Diamond
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Magnolia Flower engagement or wedding ring is in 18 karat yellow gold with a crushed ice cushion diamond. The ring is designed by oil painter and 3D jewellery designer Polya Med...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Fig Sculptural Ring with Diamonds by the Artist Featured in Vogue
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Figs on the Leaf cocktail ring is made of 14 karat white gold with three hidden diamonds. It was designed by oil painter Polya Medvedeva, who drew inspiration from Claude Monet'...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Sculptural Knot Ring in 18ct Gold with 1ct FSI Emerald Cut Diamond, Ohliguer
Located in Brisbane, AU
Glamorously bold and unabashedly seductive. This showstopper ring features a glorious bezel set emerald cut diamond, embraced by fine golden ropes. •Available in 18ct Yellow, White...
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Pavé Diamond Five Row Sculptural Band Ring in 14 Karat White and Rose Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 7 This distinctive band ring features layers of brilliance, with round brilliant cut diamonds arranged in graceful waves that alternate across the finger. The diamonds sh...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Di Modelo Wide Sculptural Band Ring with Pavé Diamonds in 18 Karat White Gold
By Di Modolo
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 7.5 Sleek wide pave diamond band ring by designer Di Modelo sparkles with modern elegance. Ring type: Band Metal: 18K White Gold Weight: 17.30 grams Natural Diamond: .2...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Argentamento Nero Sculptural Ring in 925 Silver by Brando Pilgiò
By Brando Pilgiò
Located in Geneve, CH
One-of-a-kind piece: it can only be recreated in a similar version, never identical in surface texture, oxidation pattern, the distribution of the white highlights, or the placement ...
Diamond, Silver
Emery Sculptural 18K Gold Diamond Band, Marquise & Round Diamonds by Aneta Zae
Located in Long Island City, NY
A refined sculptural diamond band, hand-carved in rich 18K yellow gold. This sophisticated piece showcases Aneta Zae’s signature organic texture and architectural presence, creating ...
Diamond
Argentamento Bianco Sculptural Ring in 925 Silver by Brando Pilgiò
By Brando Pilgiò
Located in Geneve, CH
Small variations in texture, thickness, and tiny marks are a natural part of the process. Sculptural ring in 925 silver with inclusions of white concrete, small polished yellow-meta...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
$3,500
Floral Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Floral Diamond Ring A sculptural yellow gold flower ring set with two pear shape diamonds Approximate Diamond Weight: .95 carats Ring Size: 6.5 Complimentary resizing Approximate...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Bronzocemento Sculptural Ring in Bronze and 925 Silver by Brando Pilgiò
By Brando Pilgiò
Located in Geneve, CH
One-of-a-kind piece: it can only be recreated in a similar version, never identical in surface texture, patina, the distribution of the gold drops, cement traces, or the placement of...
Diamond, Silver, Bronze
Aquamarine Eighteen Karat Solid Gold Contemporary Sculptural Ring by Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
The center of this black 18 karat gold Fairy Tale ring features a huge aquamarine. This is a custom made piece. The size of the aquamarine makes it even more stunning. The marine co...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Eighteen Karat Solid Yellow Gold Engagement Sculptural Ring with Aquamarine
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18K yellow gold Fairy Tale cocktail ring features a stunning aquamarine at its center. This is a custom made piece. The ring is designed by artist Polya Medvedeva, who has dedi...
Diamond, Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Bronzocemento Rosso Sculptural Ring in Bronze and 925 Silver by Brando Pilgiò
By Brando Pilgiò
Located in Geneve, CH
Any future reinterpretation can only be similar, never identical in form, texture, patina, stone distribution, or the relationship between materials. Sculptural one-of-a-kind ring i...
Diamond, Silver, Bronze
Eighteen Karat Gold Engagement Blossom Sculptural Ring by Artist with Amethyst
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Fairy Tale engagement ring is a contemporary masterpiece designed by oil painter Polya Medvedeva. It is crafted from 18 karat yellow gold and features an antique cushion cut ame...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Solid Yellow Gold Sculptural Cocktail Ring with Natural Large Cushion Amethyst
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This is a Fairy Tale ring made of 14 karat yellow gold with a large amethyst gemstone. The ring has 7 diamonds encrusted in it and was featured in a published issue of Vogue UA. It w...
Quartz, Diamond, Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold
$17,300
18K Gold Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
A bold ruby and diamond ring of sculptural domed form, pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds, intersected by polished gold ribs framing vivid pear-shaped rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Solid White Gold Orange Flower Sculptural Ring with Sapphires by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Orange Flower cocktail ring features sapphires and is made of 18 karat white gold. It was featured in an editorial of a published issue of Vogue UA. The ring was designed by oil...
Diamond, White Diamond, Spinel, Sapphire, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold...
18 Karat Gold Artist Orange Flower Fashion Sculptural Ring Featured in Vogue
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Orange Flower cocktail ring with diamonds is made of 18 karat rose gold and was featured in the editorial of Vogue UA and other magazines. It was designed by oil painter Polya M...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Multi-Oval Opal Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Multi-Oval Opal Diamond Ring This sculptural ring features four luminous oval opals, each framed by a delicate halo of diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,800Sale Price / item|20% Off
Bespoke Sculptural Lattice Pavé Diamond Wedding Band in 14K/18K Gold or Platinum
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
This breathable ajour backing keeps the ring comfortable against the skin and allows light to filter through the diamonds from below.
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18...
Sterling Silver Snake Ring Diamond Cobra Head Serpent Ring J DAUPHIN
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Solid 925 sterling silver Gemstones: Two natural white diamonds Color: Silver, white Design: Sculptural serpent ring with hand-carved scales and diamond-set cobra head Siz...
White Diamond, Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
White Enamel Heart Ring White Diamond Coctail Ring Angel Wing J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Enamel Diamond Heart Ring Angel Wing Cocktail Ring Gold J DAUPHIN Designer: J DAUPHIN A sculptural diamond heart ring by J DAUPHIN, crafted in 14k gold-plated 925 sterling s...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel
Italian 1970s 18K White Gold 6 Carat Rubellite and 1.50 Carat Diamond Sculptural
Located in Miami, FL
The vivid raspberry-toned rubellite is dramatically embraced by six diamond-set sculptural claws, each pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately 1.50 carats.
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
Oval Sapphire & Diamond Pavé Ring – White Gold - '90s
Located in Milano, Lombardia
A refined and sculptural sapphire and diamond ring from the 1990s, crafted in white gold and set with a striking oval-cut blue sapphire of deep, luminous colour.
White Diamond, Sapphire
Vintage 14K White Gold Diamond Crossover Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A bold and sculptural vintage diamond ring crafted in 14K white gold, featuring an elegant crossover design of alternating rows of baguette and round brilliant-cut diamonds.
Diamond, 14k 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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