2.16 Carat Colombian Emerald, Diamond and Platinum "Toi Et Moi" Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 1970's Emerald-Cut 2.16 Carat Colombian Emerald, Diamond, and Platinum "Toi Et Moi" Ring: centering a pair of Emerald-Cut Colombian Emerald's weighing 1.05 Carat and 0.91 Car...
Emerald, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
South Sea and Black Pearl Diamond Gold "Toi et Moi" Ring
By New Italian Art
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
A grey Tahitian pearl and a light golden south sea pearl, set in an elegant "Toi & Moi" white gold ring. On the shank 1,11 carat of top quality brilliant cut diamonds makes it ev...
Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Belle Époque Toi et Moi Pearl Ring - Antique 1900s
Located in Nicosia, Cyprus
This authentic antique "Toi et Moi" (You and Me) ring is beautifully crafted in 14k rose gold, a metal choice that lends a warm, romantic glow to the entire design.
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Edwardian diamond pearl platinum Toi Et Moi engagement ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This romantic Edwardian Toi Et Moi engagement ring beautifully pairs an approximately 0.90 carat old European cut diamond with a luminous pearl measuring approximately 6.93mm, symbol...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Toi et Moi Yellow Gold Earrings with Diamonds and South Sea Pearls
Located in BILBAO, ES
Elegant and refined, these “Toi et Moi” earrings are crafted in yellow gold and combine the sparkle of princess-cut diamonds with the timeless beauty of Australian South Sea pearls.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Yellow Gold
Antique French “Toi et Moi” Diamond Ring in 18K Gold and Platinum
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
This romantic antique French "Toi et Moi" ring is crafted in 18K yellow gold with platinum settings and showcases two sparkling old European cut diamonds, totaling approximately 0.27...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Diamond and Pearl Toi et Moi Ring in Platinum and 18k Gold
Located in New York, NY
An Edwardian diamond Toi et Moi ring of bypass design set with diamonds and a pearl, in platinum and 18k gold.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
14K Yellow Gold European Cut Diamond and Sapphire Toi Et Moi Ring
Located in Sewickley, PA
This refined toi et moi ring is beautifully crafted in warm 14k yellow gold, symbolizing the union of two souls.
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
18kt Gold Toi Et Moi Ring with 0.5ct Diamonds and 2.3ct Tourmaline
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous 18kt Gold Toi Et Moi Ring with 0.5ct Diamonds and 2.3ct Tourmaline Diamonds: 6 brilliant cut diamonds together 0.5ct Tourmaline: 2 green tourmaline together approx. 2.3ct ...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold
Toi et Moi 18kt Gold Ring with Diamonds, Emerald and Sapphire
Located in Aventura, FL
Step into a realm of timeless beauty with this exquisite vintage ring, masterfully crafted in luxurious 18kt yellow gold. At its heart, the ring features a stunning oval-cut sapphire...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow G...
$21,000Sale Price|40% Off
5.86 Carat Pear Shaped Emerald and Diamond Toi et Moi Ring
By GEMME
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Two-Stone Ring comprised of 2 perfectly matched Pear Shaped Emeralds weighing 4.91 Carats and surrounded by 60 Brilliant Round Diamonds weighing 0.95 Carats. Set in Platin...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
0.84ct Emerald Cut and Pear Shaped Diamond Toi Et Moi Stud Earrings
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These 0.84ct Diamond Toi et Moi Stud Earrings in 14K gold are a striking blend of structure and sparkle.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
RUCHI Diamond and Emerald White Gold Toi Et Moi Bypass Ring
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Diamond : 1.44ct total weight. Emerald : 1.23ct total weight. All diamonds are G-H/SI stones.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Romantic Toi et Moi Pearl Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Toi et Moi White and Black Cultured Pearl, Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Ring 20th Century Provenance: Prominent Westchester County estate This romantic Toi et Moi ring showcases two beaut...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Kai Flora Blossom Amethyst and Pink Tourmaline Diamond Toi et Moi Ring
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Kai's Flora Solid Gold Diamond Natural Amethyst and Pink Tourmaline Toi et Moi Double Flower Blossom Ring is an exquisite embodiment of nature's beauty and the symbolism of love.
Tourmaline, Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Art Deco Platinum and 18ct Gold Sapphire and Diamond Toi et Moi Ring
Located in London, England
A lovely and beautifully designed Art Deco ring, which has two vibrant sapphires set as a pair at its centre. Further diamonds adorn the shoulders. It would make a delightful engagem...
18k Gold, Platinum
Sophia D. Pear Shape Toi et Moi Ring with Diamond and Ruby
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
A Sophia D "Toi et Moi" ring featuring a pear shaped diamond with an approximate weight of 2.19 carats and a pear shaped ruby with an approximate weight of 3.00 carats surrounded wit...
Diamond, Ruby
ALGT Certified Toi et Moi 5.84 crt Tourmalines and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
An ode to duality and desire, this toi et moi ring is crafted in exquisite bi-color gold, where warm yellow tones meet the cool elegance of white gold in a seamless, sculptural embra...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
3.91ct Emerald and 2ct Pear Diamond ring MOI et TOI style ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A unique moi et toi emerald diamond ring, chunky and well made with a sturdy appearance for the lovers of large jewelry pieces.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
14kt White Gold Rhodolite Garnet & Pearl Toi et Moi Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Elegant 14kt White Gold Toi et Moi Ring featuring Rhodolite Garnet & Pearl – Size 6.5 This beautifully designed Toi et Moi (""You and Me"") ring symbolizes love and duality, featurin...
Pearl, Rhodolite, Garnet, 14k Gold, White Gold
2.04ctw Salt and Pepper Diamond Toi et Moi Ring 14K White Gold R6699
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ 2.04ctw Salt and Pepper Diamond Toi et Moi Ring 14K White Gold R6699 ♥ Solid 14K white gold Toi et Moi (You and Me) style ring featuring two sparkly and semi-transparent celestial...
Diamond, White Gold
Toi et Moi 14k Gold, Amethyst, and Pearl Cocktail Ring Size 2
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine toi et moi gold, amethyst, and pearl cocktail ring.
Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Emerald Toi etMoi Ring 1.01 Ct Ruby 0.95 Ct Emerald 14KGold Toi et Moi Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
Expertly bezel-set in solid 14K yellow gold, the vibrant gemstones are showcased in a timeless Toi et Moi ("You and Me") design, symbolizing two souls united in love.
Ruby, Emerald, 14k Gold, Gold
Late Art Deco Toi et Moi Ribbon Diamonds Ring - 1945
Located in Nicosia, Cyprus
highly collectible post-war antique "Toi et Moi" (You and Me) ring (circa 1945). This French masterpiece is beautifully crafted in a marriage of solid platinum and 18k white gold, fe...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Baccarat Merveille Gilt Sterling Silver and Crystal Moi et Toi Cuff Bracelet
By Baccarat
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Baccarat Merveille 'Moi et Toi' bracelet. In vermeil or gilt sterling silver with amber-colored, spherical glass stones.
Crystal, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Vintage 14 Karat Gold and High Set 'Toi et Moi' Double Garnet Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage garnet and 14K gold ring. In the 'Toi et Moi' form (meaning in French 'You and Me') with 2 deep red, round-cut garnet gemstones that are prong set in 14K gold.
Garnet, 14k Gold
Art Nouveau Toi et Moi ring with pearl and diamonds, early 20th century
Located in Chorzów, PL
A charming vintage ring crafted from 14k white gold (0.585 fineness). The "Toi et Moi" (You and Me) ring is a style often used in engagement rings.
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
$36,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 5 Carat Diamond and Emerald 18K Gold Toi et Moi Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
GIA Certified 5 Carat Diamond and Emerald 18K Gold Toi et Moi Ring This exceptional toi et moi ring is a true investment-grade jewel, crafted in solid 18K gold and set with two rema...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Belle Époque Ruby and Diamond Clover "Toi et Moi" Ring — Circa 1900
Located in Nicosia, Cyprus
Authentic Belle Époque "Toi et Moi" ring (circa 1900) entirely handcrafted in solid 18k gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Asscher and Oval Moi Et Toi Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By Kothari
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 1.50 ct. L SI2 white diamond oval with 1.51 ct. K SI1 white diamond asscher cut. Handmade in 18k yellow gold. Ring size 7.5. GIA certificates included.
Yellow Gold
Contemporary Solid 18K White Gold Ruby and Sapphire Toi et Moi Bypass Ring
Located in Zurich, CH
Elegant contemporary Toi et Moi bypass ring from Chaya Jewellery, masterfully crafted in polished 18k white gold (750 hallmark).
Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Antique inspired diamond ruby 18k gold toi et moi ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This enchanting antique-inspired toi et moi ring is a timeless expression of love and balance, thoughtfully designed to celebrate the union of two distinct yet harmonious gemstones.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
1970s 18 k gold and emerald cut diamond and sapphire toi et moi ring
Located in London, GB
This stylish toi et moi ring has a 0.7 carat diamond and a 0.8 carat sapphire.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$714Sale Price|40% Off
Toi Et Moi Ruby Diamond Necklace 14K Yellow Gold 0.15ctw
Located in West Hempstead, NY
This elegant Toi Et Moi Style Ruby and Diamond Necklace in 14kt yellow gold features 0.15ctw of natural GH SI round and baguette-cut diamonds, beautifully paired with a 0.50ctw pear-...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Moi et Toi Ring with Violet Spinel and Pink Sapphire
By Soley Gems
Located in Westport, CT
Crafted in 18k white gold, this modern moi et toi design pairs a violet spinel with a vivid pink sapphire, both surrounded by a delicate halo of white diamonds.
Pink Sapphire, Spinel, 18k Gold, White Gold
6.88 Carat Toi et Moi Aquamarine and Morganite Kite Shape Earrings By Merkaba
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Details Gemstones: Aquamarine and morganite, kite shape, 6.88 carats total Diamonds: 0.77 carats total Metal: Platinum and 18K rose gold Style: Toi et moi, tapered diamond bar drop C...
Aquamarine, Beryl, Diamond, White Diamond, Morganite, Multi-gemstone, 18...
$200Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Emerald and Diamond Toi et Moi Stackable Ring in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
This vibrant toi et moi ring showcases 0.41 carats of pear shaped emeralds measuring 4x5 mm, beautifully handcrafted in 925 sterling silver.
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
18K 750 Solid White Gold Natural Diamond and Ruby Toi et Moi Ring
Located in New York, NY
18K Solid White Gold Natural Diamond and Ruby Toi et Moi Ring Metal Type: 18k White Gold Total Item Weight: 8.4 Grams Ring Size: 6.5 (Resizable) Both Ring Together Dimensions: Lengt...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
J. Birnbach Toi et Moi GIA Certified H VS1 Diamond and Emerald Ring
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
Enhance your style with this masterfully crafted J. Birnbach Toi et Moi Diamond and Emerald Ring. The two stunning, contrasting stones come together in perfect union.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$377Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Modern Toi et Moi Aquamarine and Diamond 925 Silver Open Cuff Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous Toi et Moi 1.38 carats pear shaped aquamarine and diamond open cuff bracelet is crafted in 925 Sterling Silver.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Solid “Toi et Moi” Emerald Cut Solitaire Diamond and Columbian Emerald Cut Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
A striking blend of mid-century Circa 1960's modern elegance 18k (750 Hallmark), romantic symbolism, this Toi et Moi twin ring features an emerald-cut diamond and Colombian emerald—e...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$15,600Sale Price|40% Off
GIA Certified Ruby and Diamond Diamond Toi Et Moi Ring in Platinum (Unique)
By GEMME
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Toi et Moi Ring featuring an unusual Triangular Ruby weighing 2.22 Carats complimented with a Trapezoid Cut Diamond weighing 1.01 Carats.
White Diamond, Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$15,600Sale Price|40% Off
GIA Certified 3.51ct Pear Shape Ruby and 1.01ct Diamond Toi Et Moi Ring
By GEMME
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Toi et Moi Ring featuring an Pear shape Ruby weighing 3.51 Carats complimented with a Pear Shaped Diamond weighing 1.01 Carats.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Edwardian 1900s Antique Toi et Moi Burma Ruby and Diamond Platinum 18K Ring
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Edwardian 1900s Antique 1/2 Ct Burma Ruby and 1/3 Ct Old European Cut Diamond Ring in Toi et Moi Style 3.3 gram 18 Karat yellow Gold Platinum topped lady's ring circa 1900s, Edward...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Claris-A Twist Marquise Diamond and Sapphire 18Kt Gold Toi et Moi Ring
By Claris-A
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Exquisite "toi et moi" ring showcasing a marquise shape diamond and sapphire, from which a matching line of square diamonds and sapphire goes down on the shank. round brilliant cut ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Colombian Emerald Diamond Bypass "Toi et Moi" Ring 18K Gold
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
Paired with complementary diamonds totaling 0.40 carats in a "Toi et Moi" design, the piece achieves an elegant balance of emerald and diamond brilliance.
Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
One-of-a-Kind Spinel and Diamond Toi & Moi 18K White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, US
Two perfectly-matched Blue and Purple Spinels are linked by round brilliant diamonds that delicately wrap themselves around the Spinels. This Toi & Moi ring is all about the soft...
Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold, White Gold
RUCHI Blue Sapphire and Diamond White Gold Toi Et Moi Engagement Ring
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Diamond- 0.75 Cts Blue Sapphire- 3.29 Cts All Diamonds are G-H/SI
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Blue Sapphire and Carre Diamond Toi et Moi Crossover Ring, 18K Gold
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Vintage Blue Sapphire and Diamond Toi et Moi Crossover Ring mounted in 18K white Gold.
Toi et Moi yellow and white gold ring with brilliant and rose cut diamonds 0.88.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Toi et Moi ring crafted from 14-karat white and yellow gold (0.585 fineness).
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian natural pearl diamond 18k yellow gold toi et moi ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This beautiful Edwardian toi et moi ring is a romantic antique design from the 1910’s, featuring 2 natural pearls measuring approximately 8.40mm - 8.43mm.
Pearl, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
GRS Certified 4.57 Cts Platinum, Ruby and Diamond Toi Et Moi Ring
Located in New York, US
Composed of 2 oval-shaped rubies, accented by diamonds. - Ruby weighs 4.57 carats - Smaller ruby weighs approximately 1.00 carat - Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 0.90 ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2.40 Carat Features Emerald With Oval And Round Cuts Toi Et Moi Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Elegant and unique, this Toi et Moi Emerald Ring features a striking duo of natural emeralds—one oval-cut with lush bluish-green undertones and one round-cut with a vivid, high-luste...
Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.89 Carats Blue Ceylon Sapphire and 1.52 Carats Diamond Toi & Moi Ring
Located in Uccle, BE
The ring is made by our craftsmen in Antwerp, Belgium. It is made of 18 K White Gold. The ring is Set with a Pear shape diamond of 1,52 Carats ( J colour - Vs Clarity), 0,49 carats o...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Mixed Cut White and Yellow Diamond Toi et Moi Ring 18K Mix Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The stunning forever-together Toi et Moi ring features 1 pear shape yellow diamond weighing 0.51 carat and 1 pear shape white diamond weighing 0.18 carat in total. 35 accent Brillian...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Mixed Cut White and Yellow Diamond Toi Et Moi Ring 18K Mix Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The stunning forever-together Toi et Moi ring features 1 pear shape yellow diamond weighing 0.34 carat and 1 pear shape white diamond weighing 0.18 carat in total. 103 accent Brillia...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
From $2,600 / item
14K White Gold Heart and Emerald Cut Natural Diamond Toi et Moi Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
This sophisticated Toi et Moi diamond ring is crafted in 14K white gold and showcases one of the most desirable engagement ring styles in modern fine jewelry.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Blush Red Zircon and Baguette Diamond Twin Toi et Moi Bypass Platinum Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful 'Toi et Moi' Crossover Diamond and Blush Red Zircon Ring.
Diamond, Zircon, Platinum
Marquise Shaped Yellow and White Diamond Two Stone Toi et Moi Ring
By GEMME
Located in New York, NY
Marquise Shape White and Yellow Diamonds each weighing 2.0 and 2.50 carats respectively. Set with White and Yellow Marquise Shaped Diamonds weighing 2.40 carats. Set in Platinum and ...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
J. Birnbach Yellow and White Radiant Diamond Toi et Moi Two Stone Ring
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
An elegant and unique take on the two stone ring trend! This stunning Toi et Moi ring complements any finger, and could also work as a one of a kind engagement ring.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
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