BVLGARI Yellow Gold 3 Row 'SPIGA' Ring Band
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
The BVLGARI Yellow Gold 3 Row 'SPIGA' Ring Band is a flexible and stylish piece that wraps your finger in pure luxury!
1990s Italian Band Rings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
BVLGARI Yellow Gold 3 Row 'SPIGA' Ring Band
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
The BVLGARI Yellow Gold 3 Row 'SPIGA' Ring Band is a flexible and stylish piece that wraps your finger in pure luxury!
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
BVLGARI Spiga Diamond Pink Rubellite Heart Yellow Gold 3-Row Adjustable Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
This stunning ring from Bulgari's iconic Spiga collection features a flexible 3-row design crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with a heart-shaped pink rubellite and brilliant-cut ro...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
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Bulgari Gold Spiga Snake Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bulgari Bvlgari spiga snake ring. Ring is 18KT yellow gold with a pear shaped diamond with approximately .50cts. in weight .
Bulgari Tourmaline Diamond Gold Spiga Snake Wedding Band Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bulgari Bvlgari spiga snake ring. Ring is 18KT rose gold with diamonds and tourmalines.
Bvlgari Spiga Diamond Gold Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
The authentic Bvlgari look that stands for prestige, excellence and bold taste is clearly seen in this enchanting ring which is made of neatly designed 18K yellow gold and lustrous d...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Bvlgari Spiga Tourmaline Peridot Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Feasterville, PA
This exquisite vintage Bvlgari Spiga ring is a masterful blend of luxurious materials and iconic design, making it a standout piece in any jewelry collection.
Peridot, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Bvlgari 18k Gold Spiga Triple Coil Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Bvlgari ring from the 1990s is crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and is part of the iconic Spiga collection.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
BVLGARI Spiga 3 Row Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
This stunning ring from Bvlgari's iconic Spiga collection features a flexible 3-row geometric design crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with brilliant-cut round diamonds weighing an ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Sipga 18K White Gold Spiga Diamond Wrap Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bvlgari Sipga 18K White Gold Spiga Diamond Wrap Ring.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari Spiga 18 Karat Rose Gold Diamond Bypass Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
The Bvlgari “Spiga” ring is made of 18K rose gold and embellished with diamonds.
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bvlgari Spiga Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
The brand’s irresistible motif of a serpent is presented in their emblematic blend of prestigious 18K yellow gold and shimmering stainless steel to produce an eye-catching and offbea...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Bvlgari Diamond Snake Ring Spiga Collection 18 Karat White Gold Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This popular diamond ring by Bvlgari is part of the Spiga Collection.
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari Spiga 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Bypass Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
The Bvlgari “Spiga” ring is made out of 18K yellow gold and diamonds and weighs 11.6 grams.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Spiga 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Bypass Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
The Bvlgari “Spiga” ring is made out of 18K yellow gold and diamonds and weighs 11.6 grams.
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Spiga 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Bypass Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
The Bvlgari “Spiga” ring is made out of 18K yellow gold and diamonds and weighs 11.6 grams.
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Spiga 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Pave Band Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
Designed in the renowned Bvlgari style of pure excellence and refinement, this splendid ring boasts an incredibly classy appeal. The ring is made of 18K yellow gold and beautifully e...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Spiga Topaz and Iolite Hearts Yellow Gold Bypass Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
Highly revered, instantly recognizable, and irresistibly intriguing in its unconventional spirit, the glorious Serpenti design from Bvlgari is brilliantly employed in this fascinatin...
Iolite, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Aquamarine Spiga Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
This Bvlgari ring is made of 18K yellow gold and embellished with diamonds and an aquamarine. The ring weighs 23.5 grams and boasts band thickness of 10 mm and top height of 3 mm, wh...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari 18 Karat Yellow Gold 1.50 Carat Diamond Spiga Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
This Bvlgari ring is crafted from 18K yellow gold and weighs 11.7 grams, boasting band thickness of 3 mm and top height of 4 mm, while top dimensions measure 23 by 10 mm. The ring is...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Spiga Vintage Diamond 18k White Gold Band Ring Sz 6
By Bulgari
Located in Feasterville, PA
The Bvlgari Spiga Diamond 18k White Gold Band Ring features the iconic “wheat” motif, symbolizing prosperity, renewal, and timeless elegance.
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Bvlgari Spiga 18 Karat Yellow Gold Peridot and Tourmaline Hearts Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
The Bvlgari "Spiga" ring is crafted from 18K yellow gold and set with a peridot and a tourmaline.
Peridot, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Spiga 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Pink Tourmaline Bypass Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
The Bvlgari “Spiga” ring is made of 18K yellow gold and set with diamonds and a pink tourmaline.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Spiga 18 Karat Yellow Gold Peridot and Garnet Hearts Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
The Bvlgari “Spiga” ring is made of 18K yellow gold and embellished with a peridot and a garnet.
Garnet, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Spiga 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Topaz Heart Band Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
Stealing your attention with its stunning serpenti design, this exceptional ring by Bulgari from its sensational Spiga collection is absolutely exquisite! Gorgeously crafted from pre...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Spiga Stainless Steel and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
The brand’s irresistible motif of a serpent is presented in their emblematic blend of prestigious 18K yellow gold and shimmering stainless steel to produce an eye-catching and offbea...
Gold
Bvlgari Spiga 18k White Gold Double Wrap 7 Diamond Sections Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A sophisticated and elegant ring featuring a unique double-band design with a chevron pattern. The ring is adorned with round brilliant-cut diamonds, adding a touch of sparkle and l...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Bvlgari Spiga 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Pink Tourmaline Bypass Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
The Bvlgari “Spiga” ring is made of 18K yellow gold and set with diamonds and a pink tourmaline.
Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Spiga 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Pink Tourmaline Bypass Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
The Bvlgari “Spiga” ring is made of 18K yellow gold and set with diamonds and a pink tourmaline.
Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Bvlgari Spiga Serpent 18 Karat Gold Diamond and Pink Tourmaline Bypass Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
The Bvlgari “Spiga” ring is made of 18K yellow gold and set with diamonds and a pink tourmaline.
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Spiga 18 Karat Yellow Gold 0.20 Carat Diamond and Peridot Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
The Bvlgari “Spiga” ring is made of 18K yellow gold and weighs 23.2 grams, boasting band thickness of 11 mm and top height of 4 mm, while top dimensions measure 10 by 20 mm.
White Diamond, Peridot, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Spiga 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond, Amethyst and Peridot Bypass Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
The Bvlgari “Spiga” bypass ring is made of 18K yellow gold and embellished with diamonds, an amethyst, and a peridot.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Bulgari Spiga Diamond Coil Ring 18k Yellow Gold size 6 11.5g
By Bulgari
Located in Northbrook, IL
Presenting a striking Bvlgari Spiga ring, expertly crafted in 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
BVLGARI ITALY Spiga Collection 18k YG, Pink & Green Tourmaline Heart Bypass Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bvlgari Italy Spiga Collection 18k Yellow Gold, Pink & Green Tourmaline Heart Bypass Ring w/Box 1980s Vintage Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible de...
Tourmaline
Bulgari Spiga Yellow Gold and Tourmaline Band Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
The Bvlgari “Spiga” ring is crafted from 18K yellow gold and set with a tourmaline.
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Spiga Diamond and Amethyst Yellow Gold Heart Band Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
The Bvlgari “Spiga” ring is crafted from 18K yellow gold and set with an amethyst and a total of 0.30 carats of diamonds that feature grade F color and VS1 clarity.
Amethyst, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Spiga 18 Carat white Gold Ring
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
Bulgari Spiga ring set with round brilliant cut diamonds in a grain setting with an approximate weight of 0.75 carats.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Bvlgari Spiga Bypass Ring with Diamonds
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds. Signed by Bvlgari Size 6
Diamond, 18k Gold
Bvlgari "Spiga" 3 Rows Yellow Gold Flexible Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
This discontinued yellow gold ring original BVLGARI is size Small (approx 5.5US) and it's flexible. It comes in its original box. Signed and numbered in excellent condition. approx ...
Yellow Gold
Bvlgari 18 Karat Yellow Gold Aquamarine Spiga Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
This Bvlgari ring is made of 18K yellow gold and embellished with an aquamarine. The ring weighs 14.4 grams and boasts band thickness of 10 mm and top height of 3 mm, while top dimen...
Aquamarine, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Spiga Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Modern Bulgari Spiga ring in 18k gold. Signed Bvlgari including serial number #2337AL.
18k Gold
Bvlgari Spiga 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Amethyst and Pink Tourmaline Bypass Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
Brilliantly crafted in shimmering 18K yellow gold, this beautiful ring by Bvlgari is absolutely exemplary in design and style. The stunning ring is adorned in dazzling diamonds, an e...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Sapphire Gold Spiga Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Miami, FL
This gorgeous 18k yellow gold Bvlgari "Spiga" ring features a beautiful blue sapphire weighing .65cts.
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Spiga 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Milano, IT
Bvlgari Spiga 18kt yellow gold ring.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Spiga Single Wrap Ring 18k Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Size: 6, Width: 5.7 mm Designer: Bvlgari Model: Spiga Single Wrap Ring 18K Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel Exterior Material: 18K Yellow Gol...
Yellow Gold
Bulgari Spiga Diamond Gold Wrap Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Lambertville, NJ
18k gold Spiga wrap ring by Bvlgari, adorned with approx. 0.54ctw in G/VS diamonds.
Diamond, Gold
LOUIS VUITTON x MURAKAMI white Monogram Multicolore 2025 SPEEDY 25 Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Louis Vuitton x Takeshi Murakami Speedy Bandoulière 25 is crafted in white Monogram Multicolore canvas with natural cowhide leather trims. Accented with gold-tone...
$4,240Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier "Double C" Diamond &18K White Gold Black Open Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
CARTIER Double C Diamond 18K Titanium/White Gold Crafted in solid 18K white gold, is enclosed within a frame of 80 round cut Diamond E-F color, VVS clarity, prong set. 10.0 mm width...
Diamond, White Gold
Atelier Versace Magical Golden Waterfall Swan Tail Dress Gown
By Gianni Versace Couture, Atelier Versace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Atelier Versace custom-made beaded gown fashioned of golden champagne gossamer silk. Gown features halter sweetheart neckline, corset interior boned bodice, open T-back; fully line...
EMILIO PUCCI c1970s Signature Print Silk Chiffon Beach Cover Poncho Scarf Blouse
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: EMILIO PUCCI c.1970s Signature Print Silk Chiffon Beach Cover Poncho Scarf Blouse Circa: c.1970’s Label(s): Emilio Pucci; Saks Fifth Avenue Emilio Pucci Boutique Sty...
Vintage Hermès Paris 18K Yellow Gold Flexible Ring, Circa 1970, France
By Hermès
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
Rare flexible and textured gold band made circa 1970 comes in original box. Approx 11.3 mm wide Gross weight 11.5gram Size: us6.5 / M 1/2 / 53 3/4 / 17
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Louis Vuitton Paris Italian Knit Brown Cardigan c 21st c
By Louis Vuitton
Located in University City, MO
Louis Vuitton Paris Italian knit brown cardigan sweater Size M The chic Italian knit cardigan is designed with a muted light brown shade; accented with subtle gold metallic knit band...
$6,920
H 3.1 in W 3.9 in L 0.8 in
Chanel Waist Classic Flap Rare Vintage 90s Limited Edition Micro Mini Bronze Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare Vintage 90's Limited Edition Micro Mini Classic Flap Bag 1991 {VINTAGE 33 Years} Gold Hardware Bronze quilted lambskin leather CC Turnlock Leather lined interior 3.9" W ...
Bvlgari Rose Gold Diamond Serpenti Viper Ring Size 55 353288
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A sophisticated 18k rose gold diamond ring by Bvlgari from the Serpenti collection. The Serpenti Viper ring coils around the finger, comprising of alternating stations of 6 high poli...
Diamond, Rose Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Coral Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Van Cleef & Arpels ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with coral surrounded with sparkling brilliant-cut round diamonds of an estimated 0.87 carats. The genuine...
Coral, Diamond, Yellow Gold
C de Cartier Trinity Band with Diamonds set in 18kt White, Yellow and Rose Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful ring features six solid tricolored bands that meet at the front with two iconic Cartier C motifs in white gold. Each C is set with 26 round brilliant cut diamonds, add...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Lady's 18K Yellow Gold Patek Philippe "Calatrava" Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Lady's 18K Yellow Gold Patek Philippe "Calatrava" Ref.#4819/1J Wacth White Dial with Black Roman Numerals, Hobnail Pattern Bezel, 18K Yellow Gold Patek Philippe Meshh Bracelet. Swiss...
Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Emerald and Onyx Panther Trinity Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Cartier panther trinity ring in 18k yellow, rose and white gold. This Cartier ring features an 18k yellow gold panther with emerald eyes and an onyx nose. The panther is se...
Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$9,920
H 6.75 in W 12 in D 4 in
Chanel Small Shopping Bag Black Grained Leather Cerf Executive Vintage Tote 2014
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Small Shopping Bag Black Grained Caviar Leather Cerf Executive Vintage Tote Year: 2014 Silver hardwre Black grained caviar leather Interlocking CC Logo Rolled Handles &...
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent " Rive Gauche " Polka Dot Red & White Corset Bustier
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage YSL Rive Gauche red & white polka dot bustier/corset top.built in waistband support. Fully lined, and easily transitions from day to night. In great condition. Never wo...
BVLGARI Tronchetto Fluted Tourmaline Yellow Gold.Ring Sz 6.25
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous Bvlgari ring from the iconic Tronchetto collection is crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with a fluted green tourmaline. Made in Italy circa 1990s. Measurements: 0.70" ...
Tourmaline, Yellow Gold
Gucci Rare 2006 Runway Shimmery Opulence Gold Beaded Gown
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare Gucci vintage 2006 runway gown as seen on Zoe Saldana and Keira Knightly. Its style is shimmery opulence and sophistication. A wow gown! Halter bodice offers a sexy low dr...
Greek silversmith Sotirios Voulgaris arrived in Rome in 1881 and set up his own shop there in 1884, calling it Bulgari, an Italianization of his last name (in the brand's logo, it's styled BVLGARI, using the classical Latin alphabet in a nod to ancient Roman culture). In 1905, he opened the company’s flagship boutique on Rome’s Via dei Condotti. Since then, Bulgari has looked to Rome as a source of reference for its fanciful and decidedly romantic designs for necklaces, bracelets, earrings and other accessories.
Although the iconic jewelry house found success with its silverwork and Art Deco designs, popular through the 1920s, Bulgari’s signature style — bold, often using yellow gold embellished with big colorful gemstones — began to emerge when Sotirios’s sons inherited the business, in 1932.
The brand truly hit its stride in the dolce vita era of the 1950s and ’60s, when the founder’s grandsons Paolo, Gianni and Nicola Bulgari decisively departed from demure traditional styles to develop the house’s exuberant multi-gem looks, attracting celebrity collectors like Elizabeth Taylor.
In the 1940s, Bulgari debuted perhaps its most famous design, the Serpenti bracelet watch. The piece’s snakelike coils were made possible by the tubogas jewelry technique, which links a flexible series of thin horizontal bands. Both the sleek, modern tubogas construction and the sinuous snake motif continue to be synonymous with the Bulgari brand.
On 1stDibs, the collection of vintage Bulgari jewelry includes rings, pendant necklaces, watches and other accessories.
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.