Antique 18ct White Gold & Platinum, 1920s Peridot and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Peridot Ring 18ct White Gold & Platinum Circa 1910 Step back in time with this stunning 1920s rectangular cluster ring, featuring a magnificent peridot centre stone t...
Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
1930s Antique 1.52 Carat Diamond and 18k White Gold Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive antique twist diamond solitaire ring has been crafted in 18k white gold.
Diamond, White Gold
Antique 18ct White Gold, Edwardian Diamond Marquise/Navette Statement Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Ring 18ct White Gold Tested Circa 1900 Introducing an exquisite 18ct white gold Edwardian ring, featuring a fabulous marquise/navette shape adorned with approxima...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,279Sale Price|20% Off
Classical Black Diamond White Gold 18K Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 14 K (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 143-RND57-2,05 ct Size 6.5 USA Weight 4,57 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a...
Diamond, Black Diamond, White Gold
Antique 14k White & Yellow Gold Three Stone Diamond Ring - Size 5.75
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Here is an Antique 14k White & Yellow Gold Three Stone Diamond Ring.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Modern Egg Sapphire Diamond White Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
RIng 14K Gold (Matching Earrings Avaliable) Diamond 10-RD-0,26 ct Diamond 19-RD-0,08 ct Blue Sapphire 81-2,09ct SIze US 7 Weigth 6,01 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 0.48ct Diamond Twist Ring, 18k Yellow & White Gold, Circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 0.48 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold, 18 karat white gold set twist ring; part of our diverse diamond jewelry collections This fine and impressive antiq...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$951Sale Price / item|20% Off
Delicate Rose Gold White Diamond Flower Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Rose Gold 14K Ring (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 1-RND 57-0,04-3/6A Size 17 Weight 1.57 gram With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva b...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 18ct White Gold French Single Stone Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Ring 18ct White Gold- French Stamped Circa 1900 Beautiful, French solitaire engagement ring.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold Art Deco Diamond Engagement Ring – French Antique Jewelry
Located in Antwerp, BE
- Diamond is the birthstone of everyone born in April Ring weight : 2,2 gr Ringhead height : 11 mm Ring size : 6 1/4 US - 52 FR Diamond : central - SI/H - 0,15ct Condition : Very...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique French Diamond and White Gold Full Eternity Ring, Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.60 carat diamond and 15 karat white gold full eternity ring; part of our diverse diamond jewellery and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, 15k Gold, White Gold
Antique 14ct White Gold, Edwardian Diamond & Guilloche Enamel Fancy Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Ring 14ct White Gold Stamped Circa 1900 Introducing an exquisite Edwardian fancy double halo cluster ring, a true testament to the elegance and craftsmanship of th...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Antique 3.20 Carat White Opal 0.25 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Ring Circa 1925
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive antique antique white opal ring has been crafted in 18k white gold with a platinum setting.
Diamond, Opal, White Gold
Antique Signed Art Deco 14K White Gold & Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Art Deco cluster ring. In an 14 karat white gold mounting.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Breathtaking Modern Blue Topaz White Diamond White Gold 18K Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 18 K Diamond 16-Round 57-0,21 ct-7/7A Diamond 21-Round 57-0,14 ct-7/7A Diamond 8-Round 57-0,02 ct-7/7A Topaz 1-15,04 ct (1)/1A Weight 8,13 grams Size US 6.5 With a...
Diamond, White Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco 14k White Gold Chrysoprase Solitaire Hand Engraved Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Chrysoprase - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Vivid Green Color - 11.7x10mm (approx.) Material: Solid 14k White Gold Weight: 3.94 Grams Ring Size:...
Chalcedony, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco White Gold Rectangular Carnelian Filigree Crisp Detailed Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Carnelian - Rectangular Cut - Prong Set - Orangy Brown Color - 10.2x8.1mm (approx.) Material: Solid 14k White Gold Weight: 2.14 Grams Ring Size: 6.0 (...
Carnelian, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 14K White Gold 0.67ct High Crown Old Euro Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This antique diamond ring is finely crafted in 14K white gold with a distinctive high crown setting that highlights its vintage charm.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Aquamarine Ring 14 Karat White Gold Engagement Wedding Ring Filigree
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning antique Art Deco Aquamarine Wedding Engagement Cocktail Ring in a 14 Karat White Gold filigree open work setting of great beauty.
Aquamarine, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
1.35ct Old Cut Diamond 18K White Gold & Platinum Antique Marquise Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
The cluster is set in platinum, allowing the diamonds to take centre stage, while the band is crafted in 18 carat white gold, creating a classic combination that was particularly pop...
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Antique 18K White Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring, Italy 1930s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18 karat white gold lozenge shaped ring with a central emerald of 1.2 karats and brilliant diamonds for a total of 1 karat, Italy 1930s Ring size US 8.5
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 0.40Ct Synthetic Emerald and 1.59Ct Diamond, 15k White Gold Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 0.40 carat synthetic emerald and 1.59 carat diamond, 15 karat white gold ring; part of our diverse collection of antique rings.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 1.20ct Pear Classic Solitaire Antique Engraved White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** An elegantly designed diamond ring that exudes vintage charm and modern sophistication. Crafted from white gold , this ring features a ...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 2.00ct Oval Classic Solitaire Antique Engraved White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** An elegantly designed diamond ring that exudes vintage charm and modern sophistication. Crafted from white gold , this ring features a ...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 1.01ct Cushion Classic Solitaire Antique Engraved White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** An elegantly designed diamond ring that exudes vintage charm and modern sophistication. Crafted from white gold , this ring features a ...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 1.18ct Emerald Classic Solitaire Antique Engraved White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** An elegantly designed diamond ring that exudes vintage charm and modern sophistication. Crafted from white gold , this ring features a ...
Diamond, White Gold
Antique and Vintage 2.33 Carat Diamond and White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique and vintage 2.33 carat diamond and 14 karat white gold cocktail ring; part of our diverse diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 14k White Gold Large Rectangular Lapis Engraved & Filigree Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Lapis - Rectangular Cut - Bezel Set - Cobalt Blue Color - 17.4 x 9.04mm (approx.) Material: 14k White Gold Weight: 3.26 Grams Ring Size: 8.5 ( fitted...
White Gold
$4,850Sale Price|20% Off
Timeless Blue Sapphire Diamonds White Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 14 K (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 107-RND57-0,42-4/4A Blue Sapphire95-1,19 ct Size 7 USA Weight 4,77 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold
$4,470Sale Price|20% Off
Classical Black White Diamond Gold Band Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 14 K (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 19-RND57-0,25-4/4A Diamond 104-RND57-1,62-7/5A Size 7 USA Weight 5,86 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelr...
Diamond, Black Diamond, White Gold
Antique 0.35ct Diamond Four Stone Ring in 14k White Gold, Circa 1930
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive antique four stone diamond ring has been crafted in crafted in 14k white gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1920s 1.08 Carat Diamond and White Gold Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive antique diamond ring has been crafted in 18k white gold.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Nouveau 0.25ct Sapphire White Gold Ring, Italy Circa 1940
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique white gold ring with natural sapphire. Origin: Italy, mid-20th century.
Sapphire, Gold, White Gold
Emerald Shape Studs Diamond White 18K Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 18K Ring Matching Earrings Avaliable Diamond 19-0,78 ct Weight 2,6 grams Size 7 US With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
$3,993Sale Price / item|20% Off
Italian Ruby Diamond White Gold Statement Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 54-RND57-0,2-4/6 Ruby 1-Oval-1,57 (4)/3 Weight 2.92 gram Size USA 7 With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditio...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
$3,396Sale Price / item|20% Off
Italian Ruby Black Diamond White Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 36-RND 57-0,25-4/6 Ruby 5-Oval-1,37 ct Ruby 2-RND-0,08 (4)/3 Weight 3.19 gram Size 6.8 With a heritage of ancient fine Sw...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$5,421Sale Price / item|20% Off
Evening Classic Rare Black Diamond White Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 214-RND57-1,3-99 Size 8.5 Weight 10.13 gram With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco 14k White Gold Elongated Rectangular Aquamarine Filigree Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (1) Natural Genuine Aquamarine - Elongated Rectangular Cut - Prong Set - Medium Blue Color - 16.1 x 8.1mm (approx.) Material: Solid 14k White Gold Total Weight: 4 Gram...
Aquamarine, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco 17k White Gold Green 1.26tcw Sapphire Engraved Ring
Located in New York, NY
This antique Art Deco ring is crafted in 18k white gold and showcases a striking green sapphire design accented with fine engraving.
Green Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,754Sale Price / item|20% Off
Everyday Classic Diamond Cluster White Gold Engagement Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 4-RND 55-0,5-4/6 Diamond 1-RND 49-0,2-4/5 Size 6.5 (ajustable) Weight 1.97 gram With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jew...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18K White Gold 3.02 carat Garnet Ring size 8.5
Located in Big Bend, WI
18K white gold ring set with an antique cushion cut garnet weighing 3.02 carats.
Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$10,461Sale Price / item|20% Off
Chic Everyday Diamond Cluster White Gold Engagement Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring Diamond 4-RND 55-0,28-4/6 Diamond 6-RND 57-1,08-4/6A Diamond 6-RND 57-0,04-4/6A Size 7 (ajustable) Weight 3.66 gram With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss je...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Emerald and Diamond Yellow and White Gold Set Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive antique emerald and diamond ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with an 18k white gold diamond setting.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18kt Yellow and white Gold old cut Diamond Ring, Circa 1950
Located in Uccle, BE
Vintage circa 1950 bicolore white and yellow gold 18K ring. The ring is set with 4 old European cut diamonds for a total of approximately 0.70 Carats ( estimated G/H color - Vs/Si ...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct White Gold, 1920s 10 Carat Aquamarine & Baguette Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Aquamarine Ring 18ct White Gold Stamped Circa 1920s Immerse yourself in the elegance of the 1920s with this exquisite Art Deco ring, expertly crafted from 18ct white gold.
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Ostby Barton 18k White Gold Milgrain Edges Detailed Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k White Gold Weight: 1.82 Grams Ring Size: 7.0 (fitted on finger, can not be sized) Ring Width: 2.5mm (0.10") (top of the ring - north to south) Ring Height: 1.18m...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 18ct White Gold & Platinum Art Deco Upfinger Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Art Deco Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Tested Circa 1920’s Fabulous, Art Deco bombe/dome design ring. Set with stunning, old cut diamonds through each of the eight fans. The c...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Handmade Antique White Gold 3.25ct Jade and 1.25ct Diamond Cocktail Ring.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Handmade antique 14 karat white gold jade and diamond fashion and cocktail ring.
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, White Gold
$5,670Sale Price|30% Off
JR Antique Style Rose Cut Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring
By JR Diam
Located in Hong Kong, HK
JR antique style Rose Cut Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring Antique style ring with one large rose cut diamond set in 18k white gold Ring Size Europe 54 (US 6.75) , Ring Size can be...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$7,322Sale Price|20% Off
Classical White Diamond Yellow Gold Band Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring Yellow Gold 14 K (Same Model Available in Rose Gold) Diamond 239-RND57-1,22-4/4A Size 6.8 USA Weight 8,31 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATK...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold
$7,322Sale Price|20% Off
Classical White Diamond Rose Gold Band Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring Rose Gold 14 K (Same Model Available in Yellow Gold) Diamond 239-RND57-1,22-4/4A Size 6.2 USA Weight 7,69 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATK...
Diamond, White Diamond, Rose Gold
Antique 3.03ct Cabochon Cut Sapphire and 1.80ct Diamond White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive antique cabochon cut sapphire ring has been crafted in 15k white gold.
Diamond, Sapphire, 15k Gold, White Gold
$2,757Sale Price|20% Off
Classical White Diamond Yellow Gold 18K Flower Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring Yellow Gold 18 K (Same Model Available in White Gold) Diamond 3-RND57-0,03-4/4A Diamond 64-RND57-0,34-3/4A Size 6.5 USA Weight 10,5 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swi...
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Deco 18K White Gold Natural Sapphire Engraved Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 18K White Gold Natural Sapphire Engraved Engagement Ring - GIA.
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Edwardian Platinum 14K White Gold 1.09ct Diamond Filigree Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 14K White Gold & 900 Platinum Ring Size: 5 Width: 1.55 mm Weight: 3.48 grams Ladies handmade filigreed, 900 Platinum and 14K white gold edwardian ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Antique 18K White Gold Rectangular Black Onyx Circular Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K White Gold Ring Size: 5.5 Head measures: 26.00 mm x 14.30 mm Shank maximum width: 2.90 mm Weight: 6.14 grams 18K White Gold diamond and onyx anti...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco Solid White Gold Old Diamond & Sapphire Dinner Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (7) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Cut - Pave Set - VS1-SI2 Clarity - G/H Color (22) Synthetic Sapphires - Calibre French Cut - Channel Set - Blue Color Material: Soli...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold
Antique Danish Ring 1ctw. Diamonds 14K Green/White Gold ØUS8
Located in SE
Danish ring made ca. 1920 - 1930s. Solid/tested 14K Green Gold band + 14K White Gold face with ornamental open work set with 15 diamonds. Under x 10 magnification some diamonds sho...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco 18K White Gold Old Mine Diamond Wide Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 18K White Gold Old Mine Diamond Wide Engagement Ring.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$30,656Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 2ct Radiant Classic Solitaire Antique Engraved White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** An elegantly designed diamond ring that exudes vintage charm and modern sophistication. Crafted from white gold , this ring features a ...
Diamond, 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.
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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