Tahitian Pearl & Diamond Ring
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
A sophisticated & timeless design featuring a Tahitian pearl and diamond accents. Weight: 4.9g Size: 6.25 Materials: 14k yellow gold, diamonds & Tahitian pearl
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Tahitian Pearl and diamond Ring A white gold ring set with a Tahitian pearl and accented by baguette and round-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
13.25MM Tahitian Pearl Cocktail Ring
By Mehnaz Durrani
Located in Richmond, BC
Stunning Tahitian cocktail ring. High luster with purple overtone, 13.25mm Tahitian pearl accented with round brilliant cut diamonds.
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Tahitian Pearl Diamond White Gold Ring
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Fine 12mm Tahitian Pearl and Diamond ring. This gorgeous ring features a very fine 12mm Tahitian pearl surrounded by approximately 1.2 carats of mix cut diamonds.
Diamond, Black Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 12k Yellow Gold Tahitian Pearl Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage ring showcases a stunning 13.5mm Tahitian pearl set in warm 12k yellow gold. The pearl exhibits deep, natural luster with rich overtones characteristic of high-quality T...
Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
Tahitian Pearl Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A contemporary gold ring featuring a 15.5mm Tahitian pearl, as large as the come. There are 0.66 carats of round cut diamonds set in 18K white gold.
Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tahitian Pearl Diamond Ring Platinum
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications: Metal: Platinum 900 Total Weight: 8.1 Grams Pearl Diameter: 10.8 mm Pearl Type: Tahitian Pearl Diamond Count: 6 Diamond Color: G Diamond Clarity: VS Di...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
14K Gold Cultured Tahitian Pearl Diamond Ring
Located in Queens, NY
14K Yellow Gold Cultured Tahitian Pearl Diamond Ring, featuring 2 cultured round Tahitian pearls approx. 6.5 - 7.0 mm, further adorned with 2 prong set diamonds weighing a total of a...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,064Sale Price|20% Off
Cocktail Tahitian Pearl & Diamond Ring in 14k
Located in Bloomington, MN
Cocktail Tahitian Pearl & Diamond Ring in 14k This ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and features a prong-set Tahitian pearl at the center of a refined cocktail design.
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Tahitian Pearl Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 18k yellow gold Tahitian Pearl: 9mm Ring Size: 8 ½ (please allow two additional shipping days for sizing requests) Dimensions: ring top measures 16....
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
TASAKI Ring. Genuine Platinum Tahitian Pearl Solitaire. PT900 Large Tahitian.
By TASAKI
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Tasaki ring PT900 Platinum with Tahitian Pearl Solitaire. Details: Size 5 Can be resized 7.3grams total 11.5mm Gray Tahitian Pearl.
Pearl, Gold, Platinum
$2,400Sale Price|20% Off
South Sea Tahitian Pearl Ring, 2015
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Superb modern and glamorous South Sea and Tahitian Pearl Ring. Created in 2015. This pearl ring features one Tahitian pearl of 12.2 mm diameter and one South Sea pearl of 11 mm diam...
Pearl, 14k Gold
【Crown Radiance】Garland Aurora Tahitian Pearl Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This Aurora Peacock Green Tahitian Pearl Ring is a breathtaking fusion of natural beauty and exquisite craftsmanship.
Diamond, Black Pearl, White Gold
$1,280Sale Price|20% Off
Platinum Tahitian Pearl & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Bloomington, MN
Platinum Tahitian Pearl & Diamond Cocktail Ring This striking cocktail ring is crafted in platinum and centers on a substantial Tahitian pearl set in a classic prong mounting.
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage Platinum Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage ring is crafted in platinum and features a lustrous Tahitian pearl accented by diamonds totaling approximately 0.36 carats.
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
TASAKI Ring. Genuine Tahitian Pearl Solitaire and Diamond. PT900 Large Tahitian.
By TASAKI
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Tasaki ring PT900 Platinum with Tahitian Pearl Solitaire. Diamond Accents. Details: Size 7.25 Can be resized 7.2grams total 11mm Gray Tahitian Pearl.
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Platinum
Silver Grey 15.75mm Tahitian Pearl White Gold Ring
Located in South Pasadena, CA
SPECIFICATIONS: TAHITIAN PEARL: Silver grey 15.75mm Tahitian South Sea pearl.
Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
【Lustre Arc】Split-Shank Aurora Tahitian Pearl Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This Aurora Platinum-Grey Tahitian Pearl Ring showcases an exquisite platinum-grey Tahitian pearl with a mesmerizing mirror-like luster.
Diamond, Black Pearl, White Gold
Tahitian Vintage Pearl Ring and Diamonds 18 Karat Gold Tahitian Pearl Ring
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Grey Tahitian Pearl Ring with Natural Diamonds Pre owned- as new condition 18K Gold Two Tone approx 14 grams Hight Quality - well made Tahitian Pearl Ring Two tone Yellow &a...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Yellow Gold Tahitian Pearl & Diamond Ring 14k .24ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Yellow Gold Tahitian Pearl & Diamond Ring 14k .24ctw Stone Information: Tahitian Pearl Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .24ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: F - G Clarity: VS1 - VS2 Total ...
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Platinum Tahitian Pearl and 1.01tcw Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated ring is crafted in platinum and showcases a luminous Tahitian pearl at its center, known for its rich, naturally dark luster with subtle overtones of green, gray, ...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Tahitian Vintage Pearl Ring and Diamonds 18 Karat Gold Tahitian Pearl Ring
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Grey Tahitian Pearl Ring with Natural Diamonds Pre owned- as new condition 18K Gold Two Tone approx 14 grams Hight Quality - well made Tahitian Pearl Ring Two tone Yellow & ...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Tahitian Pearl Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Tahitian Pearl Diameter: 10.8 mm Diamond Count: 24 Diamond Color: G-J Diamond Clarity: VS2-I1 Diamond Carat Weight: 0.45 carats Total We...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIT Certified Tahitian Pearl Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive Tahitian Pearl and Diamonds ring. Impressive and elegant intricate design.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Modern Black Tahitian Pearl Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This Platinum Black Tahitian Pearl & Diamond Ring features a stunning 14.5 mm black Tahitian pearl at its center, radiating deep, lustrous hues.
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Platinum
$1,639Sale Price / item|20% Off
Tahitian Pearl Diamond Ring 0.33 Carats 18 Karat
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold ring featuring one center Tahitian Pearl measuring 10-11 mm flanked with 4 rows of 66 round brilliants weighing 0.33 carats.
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
【Crown Radiance】Aurora Bloom Emerald Tahitian Pearl Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This Aurora Peacock Green Tahitian Pearl Ring is a breathtaking display of opulence and fine craftsmanship.
Diamond, Black Pearl, Emerald, White Gold
FERRUCCI 18k White Gold Tahitian Pearl & Diamond Ring, 1.72ct
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
A Silver gray Tahitian pearl and white diamonds ring from the collection "Purity Di Perle" from FERRUCCI ., in a modern swirl design to compliment the delicate unique class of a soph...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Tahitian Pearl Solitaire Ring by ASBA
Located in Troy, MI
Known for having an inner glow and alluring satiny luster along with being the rarest & largest cultured pearls, South Sea Tahitian pearls have been coveted for ages.
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIT Certified Tahitian Pearl Diamonds 18K Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Incredible lustrous Tahitian Pearl and Diamonds ring. Tahitian pearls are easily distinguishable due to their dark body color and often have incredibly colorful iridescent surface ov...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s Bypass Tahitian Pearls and Diamonds Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold with two Tahitian Pearls measuring approximately 15mm each, and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 5.00 carats.
Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold
Silver Grey Tahitian Pearl 1.72 carats Diamonds Gold Ring
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
A Silver gray Tahitian pearl and white diamonds ring from the collection "Purity Di Perle" from FERRUCCI ., in a modern swirl design to compliment the delicate unique class of a soph...
White Diamond, Black Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Gold, Silver
Mikimoto Large Tahitian Pearl Diamond Platinum Ring
By Mikimoto
Located in Southampton, PA
Platinum Diamond Large 12mm Tahitian Pearl Ring by Mikimoto. With 2x Trillion cut VS1 clarity, E color diamonds total weight approx. .50ct 1 x 12mm Tahitian South Sea Pearl Color G...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Brown Tahitian Pearl Peacock Hues Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Tahitian Pearl Diameter: 10.2 mm Tahitian Pearl Color: brown pearl with peacock hues Diamond Count: 18 Diamond Color: G-I Diamond Clari...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Modern Tahitian Pearl Diamond Gold Slim Slice Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A unique ring featuring 2 Tahitian pearls. They are set on a thin modern designed setting along with 1.47 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds.
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
【Lustre Arc】Classic Pavé Aurora Tahitian Pearl Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite ring showcases an Aurora peacock green Tahitian pearl, radiating an enchanting play of colors and exceptional luster.
Diamond, Black Pearl, White Gold
14k Yellow Gold Tahitian Pearl & Diamond Ring
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Tahitian pearl and diamond Ring. Marked .585 and weighs 9 grams.
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
【Vine Symphony】Enchanted Garden Aurora Tahitian Pearl & Gemstone Ring
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin Tahitian Pearl Jewelry Processed in Japan Material Tahitian Pearl, 18k Gold, and Diamond Dimensions - Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 8-9 mm Quality: AAAA Nac...
Diamond, Black Pearl, Emerald, Sapphire, White Gold
Yellow Gold Tahitian Pearl Diamond Ring - 14k
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $30 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Cultured Tahitian Pearl Natural Diamonds Carat(s):...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Diamond Pistachio Tahitian Pearl Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Diamond Pistachio Tahitian Pearl Ring highlights the classic beauty of Tahitian pearls made wearable for today's contemporary styles.
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
BUNDA 14.8mm Tahitian Pearl and 1.15ct Diamonds Ring, in platinum.
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A BUNDA 'Tanara' Cultured Tahitian pearl and diamond ring in platinum, featuring a button shaped pearl, set on a base of threadset round brilliant cut diamonds, fitted to a band, als...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Eostre Faceted Black Tahitian Pearl, Sapphire and Diamond White Gold Ring
Located in Melbourne, AU
A 11.4 mm Faceted Black Tahitian Pearl, Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold It consisted of a Round Shape Faceted Tahitian Pearl Blue Sapphire Natural Diamond US RIng ...
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Tahitian Pearl Diamond and Pink Sapphire White Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Diamond And Pink Sapphire With Large Tahitian Pearl Ring by Cartier. With1 Tahitian pearl 12.5mm 12 round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, E color total weight app...
Diamond, Black Pearl, Pink Sapphire
$4,480Sale Price|50% Off
1.72 Carat Diamond and Silver Grey Tahitian Pearl Diamonds 18k Gold Ring
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
A Silver gray Tahitian pearl and white diamonds ring from FERRUCCI Entirely made in 18k white gold, Size 6.75 Diamond total carat weight of 1.72 carat weight Silver Gray Tahitian P...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum, Silver
1.72 Carat Diamond and Silver Grey Tahitian Pearl Diamonds 18k Gold Ring
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
A Silver gray Tahitian pearl and white diamonds ring from FERRUCCI Entirely made in 18k white gold, Size 6.75 Diamond total carat weight of 1.72 carat weight Silver Gray Tahitian P...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
15.5mm Tahitian Pearl Diamond 18K Gold Flower Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking tahitian pearl, measuring 15.5mm, is the centerpiece of this contemporary ring.
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, Rhodium
【Lustre Arc】Intertwined Aurora South Sea & Tahitian Pearl Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Aurora dual pearl ring features two luminous pearls: a 12-13mm black Tahitian pearl and a 12-13mm white South Sea pearl, creating a striking contrast of deep mystery a...
Diamond, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
1.72 Carat Diamond and Silver Grey Tahitian Pearl Diamonds 18k Gold Ring
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
A Silver gray Tahitian pearl and white diamonds ring from FERRUCCI Entirely made in 18k white gold, Size 6.75 Diamond total carat weight of 1.72 carat weight Silver Gray Tahitian P...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
1.72 carat Diamond and Silver Grey Tahitian Pearl Diamonds 18k Gold Ring
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
A Silver gray Tahitian pearl and white diamonds ring from FERRUCCI Entirely made in 18k white gold, Size 6.75 Diamond total carat weight of 1.72 carat weight Silver Gray Tahitian P...
Black Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
$5,683Sale Price|20% Off
14K Rose Gold Double Tahitian Pearl Diamond Wrap Ring
Located in Houston, TX
This ring is made in 14K rose gold and features two 13.50 and 14 millimeter Tahitian Pearls with 76 round cut diamonds weighing 1.47 carats.
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
14 Karat White Gold Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 14K white gold Pearl: 1 11.25MM Tahitian pearl Diamonds: 53 round cut = .53cttw Color: H Clarity: SI1 Ring Size: 7 (please allow two additional shipping days for sizing req...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
【Vine Symphony】Golden Orchid Aurora Tahitian Pearl Diamond Brushed Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
This Aurora Black Tahitian Pearl Ring is a stunning fusion of nature-inspired artistry and luxurious craftsmanship.
Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold
【Crown Radiance】Peacock Bloom Aurora 15-16mm Tahitian Pearl Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This Aurora Peacock Green Tahitian Pearl Ring is a mesmerizing blend of artistry and luxury.
Diamond, Black Pearl, White Gold, 18k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Solitaire 10.7mm Tahitian Pearl Ring by ASBA
Located in Troy, MI
Tahitian Pearls are some of the most exotic pearls the sea has to offer.
Pearl, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage 14k yellow gold ring features a lustrous Tahitian pearl centerpiece, elegantly flanked by sparkling diamond accents.
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Tahitian Pearl Glamour Swirl Ring with Diamond Accents
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
Beaming 18k yellow gold spirals around a single Tahitian pearl for this ring. The strand closest to the polychromatic pearl features pavé-set brilliant cut diamonds for added sparkle.
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat White Gold AAA Tahitian Pearl and Pink Sapphire Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
The spectacular grey Tahitian pearl with multi hued overtones is showcased by over 3 carats of HOT pink sapphires set in a Bombe' style.
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
The pearl has been synonymous with ladylike elegance since the Tudor period — learn what to look for when shopping for vintage and antique pearl jewelry as well as how to tell the origin of a pearl with our handy primer.
Every woman at some point in her life desires a simple strand of pearls. They are elegant, timeless, versatile — just ask Coco Chanel or Jacqueline Kennedy — and valuable. In 1917, Pierre Cartier famously traded a double-strand of natural pearls for a Fifth Avenue mansion, the Cartier brand’s flagship store ever since. And if you were born in the beginning of summer, pearl is the June birthstone.
It is possible to tell where a pearl originated from its appearance. Akoyas are usually round and white — the classic pearl, if you will. South Sea pearls are normally larger and vary in color; orangey yellow ones are not uncommon. Tahitian pearls are mostly black but can also be gray or brown, and between the Akoya and the South Sea varieties in size. Freshwater pearls, or Orientals, run the gamut in terms of color and size, but in shape, they tend to resemble Rice Krispies. Another important distinction is a round pearl versus a baroque pearl. A round pearl is self-explanatory, but there are two types of baroque pearls: symmetrical and asymmetrical. In general, the symmetrical variation commands a higher valuation. Within a strand of pearls, uniformity is prized — the more the individual pearls resemble one another, the more valuable the strand.
According to the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), the earliest recorded mention of a pearl was in 2206 BC by a Chinese historian. Centuries later, Christopher Columbus made it a point to visit pearl fisheries during his 15th-century exploration of the Caribbean. Since the late-19th century, the Japanese have been at the forefront of cultivating pearls, when jeweler Kokichi Mikimoto successfully cultured the world’s first pearl in 1893.
On 1stDibs, find vintage and antique pearl necklaces, pearl earrings and other accessories.
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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