Multicolor Gemstones Cluster Ring 62 Gemstones 4.25 Carats
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Gemstones: Apatites, Amethysts, Citrines, Opals, Iolites, Rhodolites, Garnets, Tanzanites To...
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Iolite, Opal, Tanzanite, Rhodolite, Apatite, ...
Large Black Opal Silver ring Neon Blue Australian Gemstone Gift Mens ring
Located in Berlin, DE
Large matte finish silver ring with natural Black Opal gemstone origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.12 x 0.51 x 0.91 in / 3 x 13 x 23 mm opal weight - 8.55 carats ring size - 8...
Opal, Black Opal, Silver
Boulder Opal ring silver Unisex Gift for girlfriend Genuine Australian opal
Located in Berlin, DE
Large silver ring with natural Boulder Opal Opal origin - Australia stone measurements - 0.16 x 0.35 x 0.75 in / 4 х 9 х 19 mm opal weight - 3.09 carats ring size - 7.5 US ring weig...
Opal, Silver
Large Australian Opal Ring Cascading Waves Neon blue wedding gift special person
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Cascading Waves Natural Dark Neon Electric Opal Ring Inspired by the sun as it breaks through the dark night, this magnificent ring features fantastical blackened silver waves pains...
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Ethiopian Opal Floral Cocktail Ring Multicolor Sapphires Diamonds 3.95 Carats
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Ethiopian Opal = 1.70 Carat Multicolor Sapphires = 2.20 Carats Diamonds = 0.05 Carats Metal: Sterling ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique circa 1900s Diopside, Opal & White Topaz Fancy Cocktail Ring in Silver
Located in Bangkok, TH
Paying an exquisite tribute to elegance and history, we have our ever-stunning, vintage Cocktail ring that dates back to the 1900s. A cherished relic from an opulent era, this beauty...
Opal, Topaz, Silver
antique majestic silver ring with opal aquamarine and jade
Located in Berlin, BE
Step into a world of timeless elegance with this exquisite antique silver ring, adorned with delicate rose gold accents and a stunning array of gemstones including opal, aquamarine, ...
Aquamarine, Jade, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
$2,104Sale Price|20% Off
Flower Shaped Multi Stone Ring Made In 18k Yellow Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18k:12.04g, Opal:5.34ct,Lapis:2.78ct,Onyx:11.10ct Size: 29X18MM
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Dark Opal Ring silver Polychrome Multicolor Opalescence Valentines day gift
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver ring with natural Dark Opal opal origin - Australia stone measurements - 0.35 х 0.39 in / 9 х 10 mm stone weight - 1.5 carats ring weight - 6.16 grams ring size - 9 US
Opal, Silver, Steel
Blue Boulder Opal ring Avatar Unisex natural opal ring Genuine opal jewelry
Located in Berlin, DE
Amazing silver ring with natural blue and green Boulder Opal Opal origin - Queensland, Australia weight of the opal - 7.10 carat weight of the ring - 12.47 grams opal - 0.24 х 0.47 x...
Opal, Silver
Blue Opal Ring silver Bright Blue Clouds Pearly Luster Gem
Located in Berlin, DE
Matte finish silver ring with natural Dark Opal opal origin - Australia stone measurements - 0.079 х 0.31 х 0.39 in / 2 х 8 х 10 mm weight of the stone - 1.9 carats tone of opal № ...
Opal, Silver
Large Boulder Opal Ring silver Green Blue Australian Gemstone unisex vintage
Located in Berlin, DE
Large matte finish silver ring with natural Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia opal weight - 10.6 carats ring weight - 8.05 grams ring size - 8 1/4 US opal measurements - 0.2 х 0....
Opal, Silver
Victorian 9 Cttw. Ethiopian Opal and Diamond Cocktail split Shank Ring
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the captivating Victorian 9 Cttw. Ethiopian Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring, a testament to timeless elegance and artisanal craftsmanship. This exquisite ring is more than...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Vintage Ethiopian Opal Silver Ring Medusa unisex ring 7.5 size
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver ring with natural Opal gemstone origin - Ethiopia ring weight - 7.34 grams ring size - 7.5 US gem size is 0.51 х 0.59 x 0.67 in / 13 х 15 х 17 mm
Opal, Silver
Black Opal Silver Ring Polychrome Unisex Multicolor Heather Purple Gemstone
Located in Berlin, DE
An impressive unisex matte finish silver ring with natural large cabochon-cut Black Opal Opal origin - Australia stone measurements - 0.35 х 0.43 in / 9 х 11 mm ring weight - 7.19 g...
Opal, Black Opal, Silver
Victorian 13.6 Cttw. Natural Emerald, Opal and Diamond Ring Size 7 In 18K/SS
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Victorian Emerald, Opal, and Diamond Split Shank Floral Cocktail Ring, a statement piece that embodies the opulence and timeless charm of the Victorian era...
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
$787Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic“Capri” Vintage Opal & Blue Sapphire Cocktail Ring 18k Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Opal & Blue Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Blue Sapphire from Sri Lanka - 3.5 Carat Cabochon shape Blue Opal from Australia - 2 Carat Cab...
Opal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
100 Year Old Antique Edwardian Era Opal and Diamond Flower Halo Ring
Located in Honolulu, HI
This antique ring was made during the beginning of the 1900's and is estimated to be over 100 years old. It features a stunning opal with beautiful yellow orange and blue hues. Aroun...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Opal Silver Scratching Ring White Australian Precious Gemstone Unisex Jewelry
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver ring with natural Opal gemstone origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.16 x 0.55 x 0.67 in / 4 x 14 x 17 mm opal weight - 11.13 carats ring size - 8 1/4 US ring weight - 13...
Opal, Silver
Large Boulder Opal Ring silver Natural Australian Woody Musk Dark Brown Gemstone
Located in Berlin, DE
Natural Koroit Opal silver ring with matte finish opal origin - Australia opal weight - 16.5 carats ring weight - 10.94 grams size of the ring - 8 1/2 US / 58 EU stone measurement...
Opal, Silver
Victorian 0.50 Carat Opal and 0.33 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.50 carat opal and 0.33 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold cocktail ring; part of our diverse collection of Victorian jewellery This fine and impress...
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, Silver
Large Black Opal Silver Ring Colorful Australian Gemstone Mens ring vintage gift
Located in Berlin, DE
Large matte finish silver ring with natural Black Opal gemstone origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.12 x 0.51 x 0.91 in / 3 x 13 x 23 mm opal weight - 8.55 carats ring size - 8...
Opal, Black Opal, Silver
Mexican Fire Opal Ivy ring in patinated silver Statement ring
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Ivy ring with Mexican Fire Opal in sterling silver Opal origin - Mexico opal measurements - 0.59 x 0.87 in / 15 x 22 mm weight of the opal - 17 carat weight of the ring - 23 grams r...
Opal, Fire Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Large Black Opal ring Australian Inky Sterling Silver Matte finish Neon Blue
Located in Berlin, DE
A stunning and unique piece, this large black opal ring showcases the captivating beauty of Australian opals. The opal displays a mesmerizing play of colors, with deep hues of neon b...
Opal, Black Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
$1,440Sale Price / item|20% Off
14K Butterfly with Silver Articulated Wings Opal Body
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This butterfly is unique as they started out as pins and I turned them into rings. The wings are set with Diamonds over silver and they move with your hand as they are flying around...
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver
Large Australian Boulder Opal Red Green Blue Gemstone Ivy Silver Ring
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Natural boulder Opal ring in blackened and gold plated silver Opal origin - Australia Opal measurements - 0.7 х 0.98 in / 17 х 25 mm stone weight - 21 carats ring size - 8.5 US - 58 ...
Opal, Silver
Opal with Blue Sapphire Ring set in Silver Settings
Located in Dusit, 10
Opal with Blue Sapphire Ring set in Silver Settings Width: 1.9 cm Length: 0.7 cm Ring Size: 54 Total Weight: 4.4 grams *Please note that the silver setting is plated with rhodium...
Opal, Blue Sapphire, Silver
Antique Victorian Era 1800s Opal, Emerald, and Diamond Ring in Gold and Silver
Located in Miami, FL
Transport yourself to the refined allure of the Victorian Era with our meticulously crafted Opal Emerald and Diamond Ring. This exquisite cocktail ring showcases prong-set opal stone...
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Gold, Silver
$960Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Opal Cocktail Ring with Rodorite & Topaz 18K & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” White Opal Cocktail Ring with Rodorite & White Topaz Natural White Opal cabochon, with pink and cream tones Natural white topaz round brilliant - 3 carats in total, ...
Opal, Topaz, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Antique Victorian 6.03 Carat Fire Opal, Emerald, Ruby & Diamond Cocktail Ring
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold & silver Fire Opal Emerald & Diamond Cocktail Ring. This incredible cocktail ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold & silver . The center ho...
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
Australian Opal Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian 15.50 Cttw Ethiopian Opal, Ruby/Diamond Cocktail Ring Size 7 18K/SS
Located in New York, NY
In this colorful and alluring Victorian solitaire ring, a massive cabochon of 12.3 carats Ethiopian opal sits at the top accentuated with vivid faceted red rubies and diamonds flowin...
Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Amethyst & Opal Victorian Filigree Trilogy Promise Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
This Beautiful Victorian Inspired Solid Sterling Silver Ring is hand set with a stunning selection of Natural Amethysts and Colorful Australian Opals. The round cut Amethysts measure...
Amethyst, Opal, Sterling Silver
Retro 9ct Yellow Gold Opal Diamond Cocktail Ring, Italy, 23.22ct Opal
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
Diamond, Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
18K Gold & Patinated Silver Ring with Natural Black Opal and Anthracite Diamonds
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
This one-of-a-kind ring was handcrafted in Paris, inspired by traditional techniques used in fine jewelry at the turn of the 20th century. The design follows a historical method wher...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling...
Orange Fire Opal with Pave Diamonds Ring
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Description Striking orange color, in a uniquely cut organically shaped Fire Opal, embellished with pave diamonds. This opal is exceptionally clear with depth of color, and is enhanc...
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Large Australian Neon Opal Silver Engagement Ring
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver ring with natural freeform Neon Opal opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.39 x 0.51 x 0.98 in / 10 х 13 х 25 mm opal weight - 20.10 carats ring size - 7.5 US (we can...
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
$1,491Sale Price|20% Off
Long Ring with Emerald, Opal & Pave Diamonds Made in 18k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18kt Gold:3.320gms, Diamond:1.03Cts, Silver:3.5gms, Emerald:0.83cts, Opal:2.00cts US-7.25
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
$1,851Sale Price|20% Off
Ornamental Design Long Ring With Sapphire, Opal & Pave Diamonds
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18kt Gold:1.84gms, Diamond:1.35cts, Silver:9.64gms, Blue Sapphire:1.72CT, Opal Doublet:3.10C
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Silver Top Opal and Old Mine Diamond
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Silver Top Opal and Old Mine Diamond Ring. This gorgeous Victorian ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and silver top. The center holds a l...
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, Silver
Opal, Blue Sapphire with Cubic Zirconia Ring set in Silver Settings
Located in Dusit, 10
Opal, Blue Sapphire with Cubic Zirconia Ring set in Silver Settings Width: 0.9 cm Length: 1.4 cm Ring Size: 52 Total Weight: 4.56 grams *Please note that the silver setting is pl...
Opal, Blue Sapphire, Silver
Opal, Blue Sapphire with Cubic Zirconia Ring set in Silver Settings
Located in Dusit, 10
Opal, Blue Sapphire with Cubic Zirconia Ring set in Silver Settings Width: 1.0 cm Length: 1.4 cm Ring Size: 49 Total Weight: 3.82 grams *Please note that the silver setting is pl...
Opal, Blue Sapphire, Silver
Black Australian Opal Silver Ring Rd Blue Green Opal Solitare Ring
Located in Berlin, DE
The Australian Black Opal Silver Ring is an exquisite piece of jewelry that beautifully showcases the splendor of natural opal. With its mesmerizing play of colors, including green, ...
Opal, Black Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Ocean Blue Opal Ring Gold Australian Blue Opal Statement Ring
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Large Boulder Opal 18K white gold and blackened silver ring Opal origin - Australia stone measurements - 0.51 х 1.06 in / 13 х 27 mm ring weight - 40 grams ring size - 8.5 US We sh...
Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Large Opal Silver Ring Nature inspired Ivy Statement Opal Jewelry
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Connect with the latest addition to our Ivy collection and celebrate a special moment from the second it arrives. The flawlessly cut Opal sits at the center of an silver ring that’s ...
Opal, Silver
Neon Australian Opal Engagement Ring Medusa Gorgon Iridescent Blue Magic Stone
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver ring with natural freeform Neon Opal opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.39 x 0.51 x 0.98 in / 10 х 13 х 25 mm opal weight - 20.10 carats ring size - 7.5 US ring we...
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage Opal Matrix Sterling Silver Fashion Ring
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This large opal matrix ring is set in a sterling silver mount, The asymmetrical slice shows a wonderful array of blues and some fluorescent red specs. The stone has been polished to ...
Opal, Sterling Silver
Black Opal Diamonds Gold Silver Ring Antique Style Unisex Engagement
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
This one-of-a-kind ring was handcrafted in Paris, inspired by traditional techniques used in fine jewelry at the turn of the 20th century. The design follows a historical method wher...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling...
Big Opal Silver Ring Bicolor Blue Yellow Australian Unisex Jewelry
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver ring with natural Boulder Opal Opal origin - Australia Opal measurements - 0.2 x 0.59 x 0.87 in / 5 х 15 х 22 mm ring size - 8.75 US ring weight - 12.5 grams We ship our j...
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Opal Silver Ivy Ring Natural Australian Gem Boulder Gem Bicolor Blue Pink Unisex
Located in Berlin, DE
Patinated gold-plated silver ring with natural Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia stone measurements - 0.47 х 0.71 in / 12 х 18 mm stone weight - 6.90 carats ring weight - 5.35 gra...
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
$4,100 / item
Emerald Opal Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold and sterling silver. Handcrafted in 2.83 carats opals, .84 carats emerald & illuminated with 1.14 carats diamonds. The ri...
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Large Opal Silver Ring Multicolor Magic Forest Natural Australian
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Big silver ring with natural Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.12 x 0.55 x 0.94 in / 3 х 14 х 24 mm stone weight - 9.85 carats ring size - 9 US ring weight ...
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
$1,568Sale Price|20% Off
Sweet Bright Floral Design Opal Ring with Diamonds Set in 18K Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Sweet and bright floral design opal ring with diamonds set in silver and 18K Gold is sassy and sits very nicely on your finger. Ring Size: 7 ( Can be sized ) 18kt gold:2.07gms Dia...
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Boulder Opal Scratched Silver Ring Cosmic Dust Australian Gemstone Jewelry
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Scratched silver ring with natural Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia stone measurements - 0.16 x 0.35 x 0.75 in / 4 х 9 х 19 mm opal weight - 3.09 carats ring size - 7.5 US ring ...
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Large boulder opal ring unisex Polychrome Purple Australian opal
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Large silver ring with natural Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.16 x 0.43 x 0.79 in / 4 х 11 х 20 mm stone weight - 12.10 carats ring size - 9 US ring weig...
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
$5,300 / item
Opal Blue Sapphire Fluid Diamond Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18-karat gold & sterling silver, this stunning ring is set with 17.41 carats blue sapphire, 1.25 carats opal and .56 carats of sparkling diamonds. See other pieces that comp...
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Crystal Opal Ring Patinated Silver Gold Ivy Neon Green Australian Stone Unisex
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Patinated gold-plated silver ring with natural Crystal Opal opal origin - Australia stone weight - 4.8 carats ring weight - 12.65 grams ring size - 7.75 US stone measurements - 0.51...
Opal, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
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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