Betony Vernon "Venus Ring" Small, Sterling Silver 925 in Stock
By Betony Vernon
Located in Rome, IT
The “Venus Ring Small” was designed by Betony Vernon in 1997 to be worn on the middle finger.
Sterling Silver
18K Gold Ring w Venus Intaglio
Located in Atlanta, GA
A hand crafted 21 karat gold ring made with an authentic Carnelian intaglio representing Venus (or Aphrodite, as she was called during the time it was made).
Chalcedony, Gold
Venus Spinning Ring in 14K Gold & Pearl by Anastassia Sel Jewelry
Located in Geneve, CH
Venus Spinning Ring in 14K Gold & Pearl by Anastassia Sel Jewelry Dimensions: D 17.3 x W 3 mm.
Pearl, 14k Gold
Venus Spinning Ring in 14K Gold & Diamond by Anastassia Sel Jewelry
Located in Geneve, CH
Venus Spinning Ring in 14K Gold & Diamond by Anastassia Sel Jewelry Dimensions: D 17.3 x W 3 mm.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Louis XVI Period Trumeau with Putti Painting
Located in Pembroke, MA
Louis XVI period parcel-gilt and polychrome trumeau mirror with a painting of Venus ringed by putti. Venus and putti are framed in a gilded oval frame with a bow on top and laurel le...
Gold Leaf
$1,225 / item
‘Venus’ Diamond Wedding Band
Located in Fatih, 34
The Heirloom Collection: Timeless wedding bands inspired by vintage romance and enduring love. Each piece is meticulously crafted to become a cherished treasure, passed down through ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Venus Spinning Ring in 14K Gold & Blue Sapphire by Anastassia Sel Jewelry
Located in Geneve, CH
Venus Spinning Ring in 14K Gold & Blue Sapphire by Anastassia Sel Jewelry Dimensions: D 17.3 x W 5 mm.
Sapphire, 14k Gold
VENUS Authentic Ancient Greek Coin '4th Century B.C.' 18kt Gold Ring
Located in Roma, IT
An authentic Greek Coin ( "obol" 420-390 B.C.) is set in this beautiful 18 Kt gold ring. Aphodite, Venus for Romans, in Greek religion was the Goddess of beauty, love, sex, fertility...
18k Gold, Gold
The Venus Diamond and Sapphire Cocktail Ring in 22k Gold by Tagili
Located in New York, NY
22k Gold Venus cocktail ring features multi colored sapphires and white diamonds organically set throughout the ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 22k Gold
Carrera y Carrera Venus Profile Wide Band Ring with Diamonds 18 Karat Gold
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 4.5 Intricately designed 18 karat yellow gold band ring by Carrera y Carrera.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.53ct Blue Sapphire with Double Diamond Halo in 18K Gold
By Soley Gems
Located in Westport, CT
Meet Venus — a radiant ring that commands attention with quiet confidence.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable
Venus Ring, 18 Karat Yellow Gold with Garnet
By Olivia Cummings
Located in Kew, Victoria
Venus Ring, 18 Karat Yellow Gold with Garnet Handcrafted and individually cast in 18-karat solid yellow gold.
Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
Vulcan Stacker Ring, 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Olivia Cummings
Located in Kew, Victoria
Mix and match the solid gold Vulcan ring with our other stackers, or with a cocktail gem such as our classic Venus Ring.
18k Gold
Unavailable
Ceres Stacker Ring, 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Olivia Cummings
Located in Kew, Victoria
Mix and match the Ceres ring with our other stackers, or with a dazzling gem, such as our classic Venus Ring.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
Ceres Stacker Ring, 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Olivia Cummings
Located in Kew, Victoria
Mix and match the Ceres ring with our other stackers, or with a dazzling gem, such as our classic Venus Ring.
18k Gold
Unavailable
Iris Stacker Ring, 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Olivia Cummings
Located in Kew, Victoria
Mix and match the solid gold Iris ring with our other stacker rings, or with a cocktail gem, such as our classic Venus Ring.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
Rhea Ring with Garnet, 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Olivia Cummings
Located in Kew, Victoria
This ring is also known as the Venus Calva, meaning “bald Venus”, thanks to its simplified Venus Ring design.
Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
Diamond Pave Gold Venus Flytrap Ring
By William Cheshire
Located in London, GB
The Venus Flyrtap ring in made in 18ct White Gold with interlocking spines that create an open dome effect.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Victorian Venus Mars Onyx Cameo Signet Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A substantial antique signet ring set with an onyx cameo depicting Venus and Mars, both in profile facing to the right, the former rendered in white with Mars in black.
Onyx, 18k Gold
Zoe & Morgan Venus Star White Gold Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Zoe and Morgan
Located in London, GB
The Venus Star ring combines the magic of the octagon with the divine light of the goddess of love.
Diamond, 9k Gold
Zoe & Morgan Venus Star Yellow Gold Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Zoe and Morgan
Located in London, GB
Ring size 52 Venus, the goddess of love, was represented by an 8 pointed star.
Diamond, 9k Gold
Bee Goddess White Gold White Diamond Venus Star Ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Set in 0.32 carat white diamonds, the Venus Star Ring can be customised for different ring sizes upon request.
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Zoe & Morgan Venus Star Yellow Gold Black Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Zoe and Morgan
Located in London, GB
The Venus Star ring combines the magic of the octagon with the divine light of the goddess of love.
Black Diamond, 9k Gold
Tsavorite Garnet 18 Karat Yellow Gold Venus Flytrap Cocktail Ring
By William Cheshire
Located in London, GB
The Venus Flyrtap ring in made in 18ct Yellow Gold with interlocking spines that create an open dome effect.
Garnet, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
FARBOD 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Cocktail Ring "Venus"
By FARBOD
Located in San Francisco, CA
"Venus" Goddess of gardens and spring, sculptured in 18 Karat gold and marquise diamonds gives life to any jewelry collection. 18 Karat Yellow Gold, High Polished, Size: 8 Also ava...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bee Goddess Rose Gold White and Blue Diamond Venus Star Ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Reflecting back the flawless shine of the true gem that is the soul, the Venus Star Ring turns ordinary to unique. Set in 2.14 carat blue and 0.46 carat white diamonds, the Venus S...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Tourmaline Violet Rondelle Solitaire 9 Karat Gold Planet Venus Boho Ring
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
Signature INTINI Jewels Venus Planet ring. Contemporary ring design in 9 karat yellow gold with a precious Tourmaline Violet rondelle.
Tourmaline, Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Tourmaline Violet Rondelle Solitaire 18 Karat Gold Planet Venus Boho Ring
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
Signature INTINI Jewels Venus Planet ring. Contemporary ring design in 18 karat yellow gold with a precious Tourmaline Violet rondelle.
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.51 Carat GIA Marquise Cut Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Venus Piercer Ring
By EDXÚ
Located in London, GB
This stunning V shape Diamond ring features a striking 2.51-carat marquise-cut white diamond which maximises the stone's elongated beauty. The V shape ring band is constructed of 4 s...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bee Goddess 14 Karat Rose Gold, 0.85 Carat Diamond 6 Venus Star Ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
New beginnings, hope, inspiration, rebirth, love & beauty, wealth, tenderness, attraction, intimacy, direction and guidance, insight, unexpected help, clarity of vision
White Diamond, 14k Gold
Zoe & Morgan Venus 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Wedding Bands
By Zoe and Morgan
Located in London, GB
Venus is the goddess of love, beauty, prosperity and desire.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Zoe & Morgan Venus 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Wedding Bands
By Zoe and Morgan
Located in London, GB
Band size: 52 Venus is the goddess of love, beauty, prosperity and desire.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Lizunova Rutilated Quartz 9 karat Gold Cocktail Ring
By Lizunova Fine Jewels
Located in Sydney, NSW
Natural golden crystalline inclusions give this one-of-a-kind statement ring a soft glow. Featuring a stunningly beautiful carre-cut rutilated quartz, also known as Hair of Venus, th...
Quartz, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tahitian Pearl and Diamonds, 14k Rose Gold, Platinum Cocktail Spin Ring
By Raintree
Located in Burlington, VT
The Venus Pavot Ring. A perfectly luminescent 14mm Tahitian pearl adorned with flush set diamonds is poised at the center of our handmade 14k rose gold and platinum ring.
Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold, Platinum
Lizunova Morganite and Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold and White Gold Ring
By Lizunova Fine Jewels
Located in Sydney, NSW
Inspired by the incredible beauty of Boticcelli's Renaissance painting, The Birth of Venus, this gorgeous, romantic ring is set with a soft-pink pear cut morganite and a pear cut dia...
Diamond, White Diamond, Morganite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Unavailable
H 18.75 in W 13 in
Mark Twain's House #2 and the Diamond Ring Eclipse and Venus
Located in New York, NY
Jessica Park, born 1958, "Mark Twain's House #2 and the Diamond Ring Eclipse and Venus" acrylic on paper, signed and dated lower right, Jessy Park, 4/28/99.
Acrylic
Agate Cameo Ring of Venus Anadyomene
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A gold ring set with an agate cameo representing the birth of Venus or Venus Anadyomene depicting Venus the goddess of love rising from the sea wringing her hair (after the painting ...
Agate, Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Agate Cameo Diamond Gold Ring of Venus Anadyomene
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A gold ring set with an agate cameo representing the birth of Venus or Venus Anadyomene, depicting Venus the goddess of love rising from the sea wringing her hair (after the painting...
Agate, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
A Renaissance Round Shell Cameo Venus And Satyr Florentine Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Ring in 18K yellow gold, round form, set with a cameo on shell representing a satyr surprising a sleeping venus.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
SeidenGang Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cupid Venus Classic Ring
By SeidenGang
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering repoussè of reclining Venus holding vase and winged Cupid Surrounded by twisted rope motif accented by two channel set square cut rubies Weighing approximately 0.44 carat...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cupid Venus Classic Cameo Signet Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an East to West repoussè of a reclining Venus holding vase with a winged Cupid With fluted high polished gold surround Stamped 14k for 14 karat gold With maker's mark ...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Roman Coin 'Authentic Denarius-1st Century B.C.' 18 Kt Gold Ring depicting Venus
Located in Roma, IT
In this 18 Kt gold ring there is an authentic roman coin (silver denarius-1st century B.C. ) depicting the diademed head of Venus.
18k Gold
Antique Oil Painting of Galileo After Justus Sustermans
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Most famously, he was the first to report telescopic observations of the mountains on the moon, the moons of Jupiter, the phases of Venus, and the rings of Saturn. His studies led t...
Wood, Paint
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cupid Venus Classic Cameo Signet Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an East to West repoussè of a reclining Venus holding vase with a winged Cupid With fluted high polished gold surround Stamped 14k for 14 karat gold With maker's mark ...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Melissa Venus Victrix Intaglio Signet Ring Carnelian 18K Gold ØUS8/5.8gr
Located in SE
Old Signet Unisex intaglio 18K (tested) Gold Ring featuring Carnelian(type of Agate)stone with the detailed carved depiction of Cupid receiving the arrows from his mother, goddess Ve...
Carnelian, 18k Gold
Authentic Greek Coin '4th Century B.C.' Gold Ring Depicting the Head of Venus
Located in Roma, IT
An authentic Greek Coin ( "obol" 420-390 B.C.) is set in this beautiful 18 Kt gold ring. Aphodite, Venus for Romans, in Greek religion was the Goddess of beauty, love, sex, fertility...
18k Gold
Authentic Greek Coin '4th Century B.C.' Gold Ring Depicting the Head of Venus
Located in Roma, IT
An authentic Greek Coin ( "obol" 420-390 B.C.) is set in this beautiful 18 Kt gold ring. Aphodite, Venus for Romans, in Greek religion was the Goddess of beauty, love, sex, fertility...
18k Gold
Old European Cut Diamond and Blue Sapphire 18 Carat Yellow Gold Vintage Ring
Located in Hamilton, AU
We have named this charming vintage ring The Venus Ring. The Venus Ring is a darling ring that sits low to the finger making her a perfect everyday ring.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Lagos Malachite Doublet Venus Sterling Silver Ring
By Lagos
Located in Columbia, MO
Details: This sterling silver ring with malachite is from Lagos' Venus collection.
Malachite, Sterling Silver
Sold
Venus Swan Ring
Located in Cold Spring, NY
18ky gold, diamonds inlaid in waves, pink sapphire eyes Like the goddess Venus, this graceful beauty rises from the water.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Hirsh Venus Ruby Ring
Located in London, GB
Hirsh Venus setting with a beautiful oval ruby in a rubover setting with our infinity mark on the side
Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Hirsh Venus Aquamarine Ring
Located in London, GB
A beautiful ocean-blue aquamarine is set in our Venus setting, highlighting the beauty of this eye-catching gem
Aquamarine, Platinum
Hirsh Venus Yellow Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
This beautiful ring is one-of-a-kind and is currently available in a size M.
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Rose Gold Ring with Rose Cut Blue Moonstone and Diamond accents
By Alberian & Aulde
Located in Weehawken, NJ
A classic beauty, the Venus ring is so subtle and comfortable that one might never want to take it off.
Diamond, Moonstone, Rose Gold
Georgian Hardstone Cameo Yellow Gold Venus Signet Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
This cool signet ring features a Georgian period hardstone cameo set into a contemporary Georgian style ring mount.
Agate, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ancient Roman Gold Intaglio Signet Ring with Venus and Two Fighting Cupids
Located in London, GB
Ancient Roman Gold Intaglio Signet Ring with Venus and Two Fighting Cupids Ca. 100-300 AD An Ancient Roman gold signet ring composed of a carinated-section round hoop rising to a ...
9 Karat Rose Gold Navette Cameo Ring Depicting Venus, Circa Early 20th Century
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
SIZE - UK N/ US 6 ¾ DIMENSIONS - navette head of the ring 22mm long x 9mm wide 19mm diameter, measures 4mm high when worn on the finger.
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Aquarius Tapered Templar Zodiac Ring
By Elizabeth Gage
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Zodiac ring featuring the Aquarius motif and decorated with the sun and moon motifs and the planets Venus and Mercury.
18k Gold
Elizabeth Gage 18k Gold and Blue Enamel Aquarius Tapered Templar Zodiac Ring
By Elizabeth Gage
Located in Glasgow, GB
Description: - A superb Elizabeth Gage 18 karat yellow gold and blue enamel tapered Zodiac ring featuring the Aquarius motif and decorated with the sun and moon motifs and the planet...
Gold, 18k 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. Two old diamond cut natural ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Missoni Colorful Silk Halter Dress
By Missoni
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous colorful fine silk knit halter dress from Missoni in a red, orange, blue, yellow, white, lavender and black abstract pattern. It slips on over the head and has 2 black str...
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful stretch silk leopard print dress from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice has adjustable straps, functional and adjustable side lacing through to the hips plus rows of top st...
Antique 1830 Mourning Ring Gold Enamel Natural Half Pearls Flowers Garnet
Located in Munich, Bavaria
The gold ring is set with ten natural half pearls within a wavy black enamelled surround. Inside the pearl surround the ring is decorated with a garnet that might have replaced a loc...
Garnet, Natural Pearl, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Enamel
CHANEL black Caviar leather BOY CREDIT CARD Wallet Holder
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel Boy credit card wallet is crafted from black matelassé caviar leather, known for its luxurious texture and durability. Featuring signature Boy-style silver...
Black & Lavender Jade Bangle Large Diameter Certified Untreated
Located in Northampton, MA
This large jade bangle possesses a brooding beauty. Not quite black, the dark gray jadeite jade bangle is infused in several areas with lighter, more translucent light gray/pale lave...
Jade, Black Jade
Star Sapphire Gold Claw Ring
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A very unusual unisex yellow gold ring, designed around a natural star sapphire (ca. 6 ct), which is being clawed by the gold ring. Ring size: 8 (with clamp, so can fit smaller fi...
Star Sapphire, 10k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bethesda, MD
This exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels ruby and diamond cluster ring is crafted in 18kt yellow gold. The stunning center ruby, weighing .25cts, is surrounded by six dazzling diamonds with...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
New Emilio Pucci Runway Pumps Heels Wedges Sz 37
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Emilio Pucci Gorgeous Blue Suede Wedge Heels Size: 37 Suede Adjustable Ankle Strap Pucci Painted Cork Heel Heels: 5" Platforms: 1" New With Dust Cover
$1,675
Size: Extra Small
Beautiful 1960s Extra Small XS Couture Black Silk Chiffon Vintage 60s Gown Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1960s demi couture black silk chiffon sequin evening gown! Features thousands of hand-sewn black sequins throughout the sleeves and skirt. Thin spaghetti strap underlay wit...
Vintage cloisonné gold tone colorful enamel wide bangle bracelet
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with enamel • vintage designer bracelet MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 32 ❤️❤️...
Hermes Kelly 35 Malachite Shiny Crocodile Porosus Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the epitome of luxury and sophistication, the Hermes Kelly 35 Malachite Shiny Crocodile Porosus Gold Hardware handbag. Crafted in 2018, this iconic handbag is a testament...
Large Antique Edwardian Diamond, Invisibly Set Sapphire 18K Gold Navette Ring
Located in New York, NY
Large Edwardian period diamond and sapphire Navette ring measuring an impressive 33mm in length, approximately knuckle to knuckle on the finger. The graceful sensual form posesses th...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sleek Braided Leather Alligator Head Choker Necklace
Located in University City, MO
Sleek braided leather alligator head choker necklace The unique choker necklace is designed with a pair of silver metal alligators heads adhered to a black leather braided cord. The ...
Vintage 1970s Christian Dior Knitted Bolero Shrug Bed Jacket UK 8-10 US 4-6
By Christian Dior
Located in Nashville, TN
A romance in the softest shade of baby pink, this original 1970's knitted acrylic bed jacket by Christian Dior, is the perfect piece to keep the chill away. The rounded neckline is...
Pale pink satin deshabillé with lace on the sleeve edge
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pale pink satin deshabillé with lace on the sleeve edge and belt. Snap closure on the middle front + one ribbon inside SIZE L
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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