1962 Signet Men Ring 4 ct natural Onyx solid 18K Gold Ø 12.75 US / 3.52gr
Located in SE
ϟiignet Ring for Men in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with natural black Onyx stone stone with slightly convex rectangular cut and polished 12 mm x 10 mm x 2.75 mm deep/ about 4 c...
Onyx, 18k Gold
18k Solid White Gold 1.3 Ct Pave Set Deep Blue Sapphire Dome Ring Eternity Band
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS :- Material - 18K Solid White Gold Gemstone - Blue Sapphire Gemstone weight - 1.3 cts Gemstone pcs - 49 Gemstone size - 1.7 mm Gross Weight - 4.504 Grams Shank width...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 18 karat solid gold flower ring - Victorian Floral engagement ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is antique flower shaped ring which stole our hearts the minute we laid eyes on her. This marvellous floral ring is made in 18 karat solid yellow gold and set with little bu...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1916 Signet Ring 2.75 ct. natural Carnelian solid 18K Gold Ø 7 US / 2.2 gr
Located in SE
ϟignet Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with natural Carnelian stone rectangular cut and polished 9 mm x 8 mm x 2.2 mm deep / about 2.75 ct.
Carnelian, 18k Gold
1878 Ring 0.5ct Diamond Enamel solid 18K Ø US5.5 / 2.26gr
Located in SE
A Ring with engraved and enameled shoulders, central Silver cluster featuring heart rose cut Diamond 5.5 mm x 4.4 mm / ca. 0.5 ct. color ca. N - P, VS. The back of the stone is close...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Enamel
Solid 18k White Gold Gia 1.89ctw Pear Cut Bezel Diamond Solitaire Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Total Carat Weight: 1.89 (approx.) Material: Solid 18k White Gold Weight: 10.23Grams Ring Size: 9.5 (fitted on a finger.
Diamond, White Gold
$4,337
Solid Diamond Lion Ring
Located in Berlin, BE
A solid lion-motif ring set with diamonds, weighing 14.5 g and sized US 6. The ring has a strong, sculptural presence and comes with a matching bracelet, making it a striking paired ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Kt Solid White Gold Sapphire & Diamond Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt Solid White Gold Sapphire & Diamond Ring Diamonds : 0.63 Ct Eight Cut Diamonds from Beautiful Color & Purity Sapphires : Marquise Cut 1.1 Ct Weight : 5.7 Gram Size : 58 EU...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
11.00 Carat Natural Oval Aquamarine & Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring in Solid 18K
Located in Zurich, CH
A Magnificent 11.00 Carat Natural Oval Aquamarine and Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring in Solid 18 Karat White Gold. This high-jewelry cocktail ring is anchored by a colossal 11.00-carat ...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold
$2,532Sale Price / item|20% Off
4.6 CTW Ruby Single Stone Ring for Women in 18k Solid Yellow Gold Gifts for Mom
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS :- Material - 18K Solid Yellow Gold Gemstone - Ruby Gemstone Weight - 4.6 cts Gemstone pcs - 1 Gemstone shape - Oval Gemstone size - 12 x 10 mm Gross Weight - 5.485...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1953 Signet Men Ring natural 4.5ct Onyx solid 18K Gold Ø 10.5 US / 5 gr
Located in SE
ϟiignet Ring for Men in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with natural black Onyx stone stone rectangular cut and polished 15.5 x 11,5 mm x 2.4 mm mm deep/ about 4.5 ct .
Onyx, 18k Gold
3.1 CTW Emerald Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring in 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
3.1 CTW Emerald Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural emerald of 3.1 carats and diamonds of 0.9 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1944 Halo Ring natural 0.5ct Sapphire Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø 5.5 US / 1.6 gr
Located in SE
Halo Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with natural Blue Sapphire and 11 Diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Marquise Diamond Cluster Ring Solid 14K White Gold, Wide Statement Wedding Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Product Specifications • Diamond: 23 Marquise Cut Diamonds (Total carat weight of 1.38ct) • Diamond Quality: D to F in Color, VS in clarity, Excellent in Cutting (Ideal Cut) • Metal:...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.08 Carat Natural Oval Black Opal & Diamond Cluster Ring in Solid 18K
Located in Zurich, CH
Forged in 5.50 grams of solid 18K (18 karat) white gold, the ring features a sleek, comfortable shank with a substantial, high-polish finish.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold
1913 Alliance Ring natural 0.25 ctw Emeralds solid 18K Gold Ø US 7.5 / 1 gr
Located in SE
Antique Alliance Ring, 18K Yellow Gold and claw set natural Emeralds of old Diamond cut. Swedish hallmarks, 18K, maker is GD&Co, Malmö. Year combination L7 / hand -made in 1913. ...
Emerald, 18k Gold
Art Deco-Style Natural Oval Ruby & Diamond Illusion Halo Ring in Solid 18K Gold
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
An illusion-set diamond center anchors this Art Deco-Style Ruby & Diamond Illusion Halo Ring, crafted in cool, lustrous 18K white gold. Baguette diamonds are illusion-set to mimic th...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Heavy, Wide & Solid 18K Yellow Gold Classical Rounded 8mm Mens' Wedding Band
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This rounded thick & solid classical mens’ Wedding Band is 8mm wide It features a striking & desirable bright polished finish Meticulously crafted in 18K Yellow Gold (stamped 750) ...
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Art Deco-Inspired Oval Ruby & Baguette Diamond Halo Ring in Solid 18K White Gold
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
A vivid oval ruby anchors this Art Deco-Inspired Oval Ruby & Baguette Diamond Halo Ring, crafted in cool 18K white gold. The prong-set ruby reveals its deep, saturated pink-red hue, ...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
18K White Gold Peridot Diamond Ring Band
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
18K White Gold Peridot Diamond Ring Band. This stunning color-stone ring features one large round natural peridot 9 mm diameter, 2.1 carats at the center, surrounded by brilliant rou...
Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Ring natural 0.5 ctw Diamonds Ruby solid 18K Gold Platinum ØUS4.5/ 2.9gr
Located in SE
Authentic antique five - stone graduated half -hoop ring from ca 1890s- 1910s of timeless elegance in mixed -metal design that blends classic historical charm and rare gems. Layout o...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
0.82ct Burmese No Heat Blue sapphire in 18k solid gold
Located in Singapore, SG
The sapphire exhibits a vivid blue hue and sparkles from every angle, beautifully crafted in an 18K white gold band. Effortlessly blending simplicity and sophistication, this ring is...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,328Sale Price / item|20% Off
Three Stone Emerald Wedding Ring with Halo Diamond in 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS :- Material - 18K Solid Yellow Gold Gemstone - Emerald Gemstone weight - 2.16 cts Gemstone pcs - 3 Gemstone shape - Square Gemstone size - 6.5 x 6, 4.5 x 4.5 mm Dia...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Solid White Gold East West Octagon Sapphire and Diamond Three Stone Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
East West Octagon Sapphire and Diamond Three Stone Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural sapphire of 0.74 carats and diamonds of 0.06 carats.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,332Sale Price / item|20% Off
2.64 Carat Tanzanite Toi Et Moi Open Ring Gift for Her in Solid 18k Rose Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Item Code :- SER-22356 Gross Weight :- 2.61 grams 18k Rose Gold Weight :- 2.08 grams Tanzanite Weight :- 2.64 Carat Ring Size :- 7 US & All size available Engagement Gift, Bridal Sh...
Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Solid Yellow Gold Fashion Serpent Ring with Blue Topaz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary fashion ring is in 14 karat yellow gold with natural transparent blue topaz. It belongs to Mesopotamian collection. This ring will be custom made in any size. This ...
Topaz, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, Paraiba, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose G...
1955 Signet Men Ring 7ct natural Blood Stone solid 18K Gold Ø 9.25 US / 5.4 gr
Located in SE
ϟiignet Ring for Men in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with natural Blood Stone rectangular cut and polished 15 x 11 mm x 3 mm deep/ about 7 ct .
Chalcedony, 18k Gold
Oltremare Gioielli 18k Solid Gold Ruby Band Made in Italy
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
18k Solid Gold Wedding Band with Rubies Made in Italy by Oltremare Gioielli Celebrate your everlasting love with this radiant solid gold wedding band, adorned with natural rubies an...
Ruby, 18k Gold
1949 Signet Men Ring 5.5 ct natural Jade solid 18K Gold Ø 10.75 US / 10 gr
Located in SE
ϟiignet Ring for Men Art Deco styled in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with natural Jade stone stone rectangular cut and polished 16 x 12 mm x 2.6 mm deep/ about 5.5 ct .
Jade, 18k Gold
1884 Ring natural Seed Pearls Enamel solid 18K Gold Ø US6 / 1.1 gr
Located in SE
Antique 18K Gold Ring decorated with hand - engraved enameled eight- pointed Star and three natural River Pearls. Crown : 7.5 mm in diameter x 2.7 mm deep. Larger pearl is Ø 2.25 m...
Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
$1,600Sale Price / item|20% Off
Three Stone Blue Sapphire Ring in 18K Solid White Gold 2 Carat Engagement Style
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant modern three-stone ring features 3 oval cut natural blue sapphires totaling 2 carats, set in rich 18k white gold.
Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1892 British Three Stones Ring Ruby Diamonds solid 18K Gold / Ø US6 / 2gr
Located in SE
Late Victorian period ring made in Great Britain. Hollow band about 5 mm at widest in solid 18K Yellow Gold and 3 pave set stones : 2 old diamond cut Diamonds( Ø 2.5 mm/0.08ct eac...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$3,688Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K Solid Yellow Gold Bezel Set Oval Cut Emerald and Diamond Three Stone Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Emerald and diamond three stone ring in 18K gold which perfectly goes with your personality.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique Ring natural 0.8ct Ruby Diamonds solid 18K Gold Platinum ØUS 7.25/ 3.8gr
Located in SE
Band in solid 18 k Yellow Gold, crown lined with Platinum.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Ring 0.5ct Diamond Green Enamel solid 18K Gold Silver Ø 5.75 US /3.1 gr
Located in SE
Fragmented Swedish hallmarks, made ca. late 19th century. metal tested solid 18K Greenish Yellow Gold. Size Ø 5.75 US / 16.3 mm.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Enamel
2 stones Ring natural 0.6 Sapphire Diamond solid 18K Gold Platinum Ø US6 / 2.3 g
Located in SE
Beautiful Two - stones Ring with bezel set natural Blue Sapphire stone oval cut 5.5 mm x 4.5 mm x 3.2 mm deep / ca. 0.6 ct. and square pave set old diamond cut natural Diamond Ø 2mm ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
18k Ring White Gold Ring Diamond Ring Diamond Leaves Ring Gold Fancy Ring
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
18K Ring White Gold Ring Diamond Ring Diamond Leaves Ring Gold Fancy Ring This 18K solid White Gold leaves circle ring is a fancy shape made of brilliant diamonds that have...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold
$4,096Sale Price / item|20% Off
18kt Solid White Gold Art Deco Emerald Diamond Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS :- Material - 18K Solid White Gold Gemstone - Emerald Gemstone Weight - 1.38 ct Gemstone pcs - 1 Gemstone shape - Oval Gemstone size - 9 x 7 mm Diamond weight - 1.18...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$6,672Sale Price / item|20% Off
18kt Solid White Gold Ruby And Diamond Wedding Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS :- Material - 18K Solid White Gold Gemstone - Ruby Gemstone Weight - 5 ct Gemstone pcs - 1 Gemstone shape - Oval Gemstone size - 10 x 9 mm Diamond weight - 1.18 ct D...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
1913 Ring 0.25ct Diamonds solid 18K Yellow Gold Platinum ØUS9.5/ 3gr
By GD&Co
Located in SE
Old cluster ring hand - made in 1913. Classic combination of high graded Gold, Platinum and Diamonds. Platinum on Gold openwork crown with 3 diamond stones. Swedish hallmarks, 18k ,...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Georg Jensen 18 Karat Yellow Gold Solid Circle Vintage Ring
By Georg Jensen
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Georg Jensen No. 1101 Circle Ring crafted in 18K yellow gold, featuring a bold sculptural circular design that reflects the clean lines and refined simplicity of Scandinavian moderni...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
ITALY Enamel Panther Cocktail Ring in Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Aventura, FL
This exquisite piece is fashioned from 18-karat solid yellow gold, offering both durability and luxury, with a unique textured finish that adds depth and character to the design.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Bvlgari B.zero1 18k White Gold Band Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Feasterville, PA
Crafted in solid 18k white gold, the ring features a spiral structure framed by two raised rims.
18k Gold, White Gold
Eighteen Karat Solid Gold Paraiba Tourmalines Contemporary Cocktail Ring
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary artisan cocktail ring is made of 18 karat white gold and features a stunning copper-bearing paraiba tourmaline. The gemstone's neon water pool ocean glow makes it h...
Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,812Sale Price / item|20% Off
Exquisite 18kt Solid White Gold Emerald And Diamond Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Emerald And Diamond Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural emerald of 2.23 carats and diamonds of 1.24 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Antique Ring natural 0.5ct Diamond 1ctw Aquamarine solid 18K Gold Ø 6.75US/4.6gr
Located in SE
Antique Three - Stone Ring featuring solid 18K Yellow and White Gold frame holding 3 gem stones, period ca.1920s -1940s.
Diamond, Aquamarine, 18k Gold
Bvlgari B.zero1 18k White Gold Band Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Feasterville, PA
Crafted in solid 18k white gold, the ring features a spiral structure framed by two raised rims.
18k Gold, White Gold
Solid 18k White Gold 2.69ctw Cushion Tanzanite & Trillion Diamond Wide Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Total Carat Weight: 2.45 (approx.) Material: Solid 18K White Gold Ring w/ 14k White Gold Shank Weight: 9.86 Grams Ring Size: 6.5 (Fitted on a finger.
Diamond, Tanzanite, White Gold
1930 Finish Ring 0.5ctw 3 Diamonds solid 18K Yellow Gold Platinum US7 / 1.4gr
Located in SE
Old Finish Ring with 3 old European cut Diamonds, band in solid 18K Yellow Gold with Platinum clusters.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Dainty Half Eternity Emerald Gemstone Stacking Band 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS :- Material - 18K Solid Yellow Gold Gemstone - Emerald Gemstone Weight - 0.21 cts Gemstone pcs - 17 Gemstone Shape - Round Gemstone size - 1.7 mm Gross Weight - 1.72...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1927 Lord Ring 0.5 ct Sapphire 0.6 ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø US 6.5/ 6g
Located in SE
Three Stones Ring for Men in solid 18K Yellow Gold with natural Blue Sapphire stone of medium Blue color old diamond cut Ø 4mm x 2 mm deep / about 0.5ct.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian Solid Yellow Gold Faceted Jade Saddle Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Jade - Faceted Custom Cut - Prong Set - Green Color - 18.8x6.8mm (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 5 Grams Ring Size: 6.0 (Fitted ...
Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 6 Carat Oval Cut Orange Topaz & Round Cut Diamond Ring in 18K Solid Gold
Located in Miami, FL
A vintage topaz and diamond ring, set in 18k solid yellow and white gold, containing a natural oval cut orange topaz.
Diamond, Topaz, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
3.50 Ct Ceylon Sapphire & Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Introducing "The Classics" collection, featuring genuine precious Ceylon Sapphire with luxurious diamonds halo in 18K solid white gold rings. Stunning ring come with a natural Ceylon...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1920 Nordic Halo Ring 0.5 ct Sapphire Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø 5.75 US /2 gr
Located in SE
104 years old Halo Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with natural Blue Sapphire and 8 old European cut Diamonds in Platinum or White Gold settings.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Solid White Gold Contemporary Fashion Ring with Tourmaline and Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary ring is crafted in 14 karat white gold and features a beautiful natural green cabochon tourmaline and 4 small diamonds. We use top-quality natural diamonds from a G...
Diamond, Green Sapphire, Tourmaline, Chrome Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, ...
Diamond and Ruby Cocktail Ring in 18kt Solid White Gold Statement Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS :- Material - 18K Solid White Gold Gemstone - Ruby Gemstone Weight - 2.05 cts Gemstone shape - Square Gemstone pcs - 20 Gemstone size - 2.5 mm Diamond weight - 1.25 ...
Ruby, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1952 Three Stones Ring 0.7 ctw Diamonds solid 18K White Gold Ø 7.25US / 2.4gr
Located in SE
Vintage Three Stones ring in solid 18K White gold with three bezel set natural Diamonds of old European Diamond cut.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Eternity Emerald Gold Band Made in Italy By Oltremare Gioielli 18K Solid Gold
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
Discover the elegance of our Eternity Emerald Band, meticulously handcrafted in Italy from solid 18K gold. A timeless emblem of sophistication, this exquisite band features a total w...
Emerald, 18k Gold
$1,000Sale Price / item|20% Off
2.14 Carat Natural Ruby Three-Stone Band Ring for Her in 18K Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant ring features 3 natural rubies totaling approximately 2.14 carats, set in rich 18k yellow gold.
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, 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 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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