Antique Art Deco 18k White Gold Textured Wheat Milgrain Work Eternity Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k White Gold Weight: 2.81 Grams Ring Size: 10.0 ( fitted on finger, we cannot custom size this ring) Ring Width: 3mm (0.11") Ring Height: 1.7mm (rise off finger) C...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Ring Diamonds solid 14K Rose White Gold Ø US7.75 / 2.04gr
Located in SE
European Ring from ca. 1920s -1930s with crown in White Gold on 14K Rose Gold band. Nine Diamonds : largest is bezel set old European oval cut Diamond Ø 3.5 mm x 3 mm x 2.66 mm deep...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Fashionable Modern Lazurite RockStone Diamond White Gold 18K Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 18 K Diamond 35-RND 57-0,41 ct-7/7A Diamond 28-RND 57-0,08-4/5A RockStone / Lazurite 1-4,3 ct Weight 4.75 grams Size US 6.5 With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss ...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Old Cut Diamond Platinum & 18 Carat White Gold Art Deco Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
The top of the piece sits low and close to the finger, with a neat open gallery beneath that allows light to pass through. Finally, the ring is complemented by a delicate 18 carat w...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Classic Engagement Diamond 1 Carat White Gold Engagement Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring Diamond 1 Round 57 - 1,02 Carat VVS 1 Colour G US size 6,5 Weight 2,72 gram With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
One Carat Antique Style Cushion Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Classic 18 karat white gold halo ring handmade in the United States.
Diamond, White Gold
Antique Art Deco 14k Yellow & White Gold Oval Carnelian Platter Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Carnelian - Oval Cut - Bezel Set - Deep Orange Color - 19.08 x 9.68mm (approx.) Material: 14k Yellow Gold Band w/ White Gold Top Weight: 3.41 Grams R...
Carnelian, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA 1.3ct Round Antique Fancy Gallery Engraved 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Round Carat: 1.3 Color: H Clarity: SI2 Cut/Pol/Sym: EX/EX/EX Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: White Gold ...
Diamond, White Gold
$2,649Sale Price|20% Off
Fashion Every Day Emerald Diamonds White Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 14 K Diamond 4-RND57-0,05-4/5A Diamond 44-RND57-0,17-4/5A Emerald 12-0,95 3/(5)З₁A Size 6,5 USA Weight 3,45 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry tr...
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco White Gold Black Onyx & Diamond Masonic Floral Filigree Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (1) Natural Genuine Onyx - Rectangular Cut - Prong Set - Black Color - 14.8x7.2mm (approx.) (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old Single Cut -Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$3,654Sale Price|20% Off
Italian Breathtaking Blue Sapphire Diamonds White Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 14 K (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 3-RND57-0,08-4/6 Blue Sapphire 6-1,51 Т(5)/3 Blue Sapphire 9-2,35 Т(5)/2 Size 7,2 Weight 4,37 grams With a heritage of an...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold
Antique 1.02ct Old Mine Cut Diamond 18K White Gold & Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
Masterfully crafted from luxurious precious metals, platinum and 18 carat white gold, the fantastic ring showcases a charming 1.02ct old mine cut diamond as its centrepiece, securely...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Antique 0.72 Carat Diamond and 18k White Gold Full Eternity Ring Circa 1930
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive antique eternity ring has been crafted in 18k white gold.
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage Antique 14K Yellow & White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring 0.61 CTW Size 4
Located in Addison, TX
Details Metal: 14K Yellow Gold with White Gold Accents Purity: 14K Ring Size: Approximately 4 Total Weight: 2.1 Grams Main Stone: Natural Diamond Center Diamond Weight: Approximately...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct White Gold, Edwardian Three Stone Diamond Ring, Oval Halo Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Oval Diamond Ring 18ct White Gold Stamped Circa 1910 Introducing a stunning 18ct white gold Edwardian ring featuring a beautiful oval-shaped three-stone design.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Modern Brown Diamond White Gold 18K Every Day Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 18K Diamond 117-RND57-1,01 ct G/SI1A Size USA 7 Weight 3,30 grams Minimal yet sophisticated, this piece adds a subtle touch of brilliance to any look, making it an...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, White Gold
GIA 2.51ct Round Bezel Ornate Filigree Antique 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Crafted from luxurious white gold , the band showcases a unique ornate filigree design embellished with intricate clovers and leaves, enhancing its antique charm.
Diamond, White Gold
14K White Gold Antique Engagement Ring .70ct Old European Cut Diamond & Sapphire
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 7 Metal Type: 14K White Gold Weight: 2.5 grams Center Diamond Details Carat Weight: .70ct Measurements : 5.1mm x 3.35mm Color: F Clarity: VS1 Finger To Top...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 14 Karat White Gold Orange Blossom Antique Wedding Band Ring
By Orange Blossom
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Band ring features an engraved pattern of orange blossoms With faceted geometric form motifs Accented by milgrain surround Stamped 14k for 14 karat gold Circa: 1930's Ring size: 5 3...
Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Fashion Blue Sapphire White Gold Every Day Diamond Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 14 K (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 50-RND57-0,1 ct Blue Sapphire 1-0,73 ct Size USA 7 Weight 1,77 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry tra...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold
Art Deco 9 Carat Amethyst Enamel Ring Antique 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is an extraordinary antique Art Deco Enamel Ring with a stunning nine Carat Amethyst in the center with gorgeous green and blue enamel decoration in 14 Karat White Gold surround...
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
$2,557Sale Price|20% Off
Fashion Emerald Tsavorite Diamonds White Gold Band Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 14 K (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 4-RND57-0,08-4/4A Diamond 2-RND57-0,01-4/4A Emerald 7-0,6 3/(5)З₁B Tsavorite 38-0,33 3/(5)З₁A Size USA 7 Weight 2,75 gr...
Diamond, Emerald, Tsavorite, White Gold
$17,362Sale Price|20% Off
Unique Ruby White Diamond Rose Gold Band Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring Rose Gold 14 K Diamond 2-RND57-0,11 ct Diamond 2-RND57-0,07-4/8 Diamond 6-RND57-0,14-7/6 Ruby 120-2,13 Т(5)/3A Size 7.8 USA Weight 9,85 grams With a heritage of ancient fine ...
White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Rose Gold
$5,560Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 0.97ct Cushion Antique Halo Multi-Stone Curved White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this stunning diamond ring features a captivating cushion diamond at the center, weighing 0.97 and exhibiting ...
Diamond, White Gold
Antique 14K White Gold 1.57ctw Old Euro Cut Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 14K White Gold Ring Size: 7 Width: 1.80 inches Weight: 4.20 grams Ladies handmade 14K white gold antique diamond engagement three-stone ring with a ha...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique White Gold Deco Engagement Ring with Old Miner Cut Diamonds 1.05cttw
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 5 Metal Type: 14k white gold Weight: 2.1 grams Main Center Diamond Details Shape: Old European Brilliant Carat Weight: .24ct Color: H Clarity: SI2 Side Dia...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique White Paste, Enamel and 18k Yellow Gold Mourning Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1700s white paste and enamel, 18 karat yellow gold mourning ring; part of our diverse antique Georgian jewelry collections.
Yellow Gold, Enamel
GIA Certified 2.01 Carat Emerald Halo Antique 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a captivating GIA-certified center stone, showcasing a emerald diamond weighing 2.01. Radiating with brilliance, the dia...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 0.8 Carat Emerald Halo Antique 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a captivating GIA-certified center stone, showcasing a emerald diamond weighing 0.8. Radiating with brilliance, the diam...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.74 Carat Radiant Halo Antique 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a captivating GIA-certified center stone, showcasing a radiant diamond weighing 1.74. Radiating with brilliance, the dia...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 2 Carat Princess Milgrain Openwork Antique 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, a stunning diamond ring that truly stands apart, featuring a remarkable GIA-certified princess diamond of 2 with Handcrafted in New York, a stunning G and SI...
Diamond, White Gold
Fashion Blue Sapphire White Gold Every Day Diamond Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 14 K (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 40-RND57-0,21-4/4A Blue Sapphire 10-25-0,6 Т(5)/3 Size USA 6.2 Weight 2.24 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold
$5,876Sale Price / item|20% Off
Fashionable Italian Cognac Diamond White Gold Statement Signet Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 73-round Size 18.2 Weight 12.83 gram With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based j...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Old European Diamond 18K White Gold Antique Heart Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old European cut diamond weighing approximately 0.40 carats total - H color with VS2 clarity Bead set in a grooved octagonal form head with a pierced bombé shaped surrou...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 18K White Gold 1.80 CTW Emerald & Diamond Cocktail Ring for Engagement
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Antique 18K White Gold 1.80 CTW Emerald & Diamond Cocktail Ring for Engagement This magnificent vivid green emerald and diamond solitaire ring is sensational.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA 1.7ct Radiant Bezel Antique Ribbon Prong Bridge White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this captivating diamond ring boasts a stunning centerpiece of a GIA-certified radiant diamond weighing 1.7. The luxurious stone exhibits a delightful H and ...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 1.51ct Radiant Bezel Antique Ribbon Prong Bridge White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this captivating diamond ring boasts a stunning centerpiece of a GIA-certified radiant diamond weighing 1.51. The luxurious stone exhibits a delightful G and...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 0.81ct Emerald Bezel Antique Ribbon Prong Bridge White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this captivating diamond ring boasts a stunning centerpiece of a GIA-certified emerald diamond weighing 0.81. The luxurious stone exhibits a delightful G and...
Diamond, White Gold
Antique 18ct White Gold French Stamped, 1920s Sapphire and Diamond Bombe Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire Bombe Ring 18ct White Gold French Stamped Circa 1920s Crafted in exquisite French 18ct white gold, this remarkable bombe-style ring is a true testament to 1920s ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco 14k White Gold 1.59ctw Old Diamond Lozenge Platter Dinner Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Total Carat Weight: 1.59 (approx.) Material: Solid 14k White Gold Total Weight: 5.1 Grams Ring Size: 6.0 (fitted on finger, we can custom size this ring.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ceylon Sapphire & Fancy Shape Diamond Antique Inspired Style 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Simply stunning! Exquisitely crafted in 18k white gold, the ring features round cut 1.1 carat Ceylon sapphire surrounded by .67 carat round and baguette diamonds. The vibrant color o...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold, Diamonds, and Antique Intaglio Love ring
By Seal & Scribe
Located in San Diego, CA
18 Karat White Gold, Diamonds, and Antique Intaglio Love ring MAKER: Seal & Scribe CIRCA: c. 2023 STYLE: Contemporary METAL: 18K White Gold STONES: Diamonds CONDITION: New HALLM...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique 14K White Gold 1.33ctw Old Cut Diamond Ruby Three Stone Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 14K White Gold Ring Size: 7.25 Weight: 5.24 grams Ladies handmade 14K white gold antique, diamond and ruby three-stone, cocktail, halo, dress, dinner ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 14K White Gold Engagement Ring w/ .60ct Old European Brilliant Diamond
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 8 Metal Type: 14K White Gold Weight: 2.25 grams Center Diamond Details Shape: Old European Brilliant Carat Weight: .60ct Measurements : 5.5mm Color: J Clari...
Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique White Gold AGL 2.20ctw Old Cushiony Oval No Heat Sapphire Bypass Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Total Carat Weight: 2.20 (approx.) Material: Solid 14k White Gold Weight: 4.06 Grams Ring Size: 6.5 (Fitted on a finger.
Sapphire, Gold, White Gold
$3,563Sale Price / item|20% Off
Italian Pink Sapphire Ruby Diamond White Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 30-RND 57-0,15-4/6 Ruby 5-RND-0,94 Т(3)/3 Pink Sapphire 58-RND-0,35 1/2 Weight 7.11 gram Size 6.5 With a heritage of anci...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Green Onyx Enamel Ring Antique 14 Karat White Gold Filigree
Located in New York, NY
The Green Onyx cabochon has gentle facets and is a gorgeous fine green color. The ring is 14 Karat White Gold. This is one of the most beautiful period Art Deco enamel rings we hav...
Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel, White Gold
$2,833Sale Price|20% Off
Classic Ruby White 14K Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Gold 14K Ring White Ruby 1-052 ct Weight 1,86 grams Size 6.5 US It is our honour to create fine jewelry, and it’s for that reason that we choose to only work with high-quality, ...
Ruby, 14k Gold
$2,833Sale Price|20% Off
Classic Ruby White 14K Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Gold 14K Ring White Ruby 1-052 ct Weight 1,86 grams Size 6.5 US It is our honour to create fine jewelry, and it’s for that reason that we choose to only work with high-quality, ...
Ruby, 14k Gold
Italian Pink Sapphire Ruby Diamond White Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 106-RND57-0,31-4/6 Ruby 26-RND-0,9 Т(4)/3 Pink Sapphire 10-Oval-2,1 1/2 Ruby 4-RND-0,84 Т(4)/3 Pink Sapphire 26-RND-0,96 1/...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 0.78 Carat Diamond and 18K White Gold Trilogy Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive 3 stone diamond ring has been crafted in 18k white gold with palladium settings.
Diamond, White Gold, Palladium
18k White Gold Antique Semi-Mount Ring CZ Center, Green Stone Accents & Filigree
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This antique 18k white gold ring is currently set with a CZ, but will happily accept any stone ~6.5mm round.
18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco 14K White Gold Platinum Old Euro Diamond Filigree Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 14K White Gold Platinum Old Euro Diamond Filigree Shield Ring.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
$9,137Sale Price|20% Off
Classic Diamond White 18K Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Gold 18K Ring White Matching Different Style of Earrings and Necklaces Avaliable Diamond 68-0,47 ct Diamond 7-0,78 ct Weight 5,72 grams Size 7 US It is our honour to create fin...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Art Deco 14k White Gold 0.72ct Old European Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - 6 Prong Set - I Color - VS2 Clarity - 5.5mm (approx.) - 0.72ctw (approx.) Material: 14k White Gold Weight: 1.92 Grams Ri...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.20 Carat Natural Diamond Ring Antique Look H SI 18K White Gold
By Morris & David
Located in New York, NY
1.20 Carat Natural Diamond Ring Antique Look H SI 18K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond Ring 1.20CT H-I SI 18K White Gold, Prong style, ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 18ct White Gold, 1920s 1.20 Carat Diamond Single Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Engagement Ring 18ct White Gold Circa 1920’s Introducing a stunning 18ct white gold engagement ring from the 1920s, featuring a captivating natural diamond centre...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1920s Art Deco 0.80ct Diamond Cocktail Ring in 14k White Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique European 0.80 carat diamond and 14 karat white gold cocktail ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 0.50 Carat Emerald and 0.33 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive antique 1930s emerald ring has been crafted in 18k white gold with a platinum setting.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Platinum
Aquamarine and Diamond Antique Style Halo Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A graceful and elegant piece, perfect for a truly unique love story. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K White Gold Weight: 5.22 g.
Diamond, Aquamarine, 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.
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.
Ancient Egyptians referred to the vibrant stone as the “gem of the sun.”
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The vintage bombé ring is bursting with color and timeless style.
Zircon is a magnificent and underrated natural gemstone that has been worn and adored for centuries.
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If diamonds don’t seem right, what about a magnificent sapphire, ruby or emerald?
Accounting for just 1 percent of all diamonds, these marvels of nature are exceedingly rare and gorgeously complex.
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.