Diamond Heart Bezel Beaded Ring 0.17 Carats 14 Karat Yellow Gold 2.11 Grams
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
14 Karat Yellow gold featuring a three round brilliants weighing 0.17 carats on a beaded band. More Fashion Jewelry in Stock Message for Pictures & Details. Search Harbor Diamonds
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.20ct Princess Three-Stone Geometric Bezel Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Princess Carat: 1.2 Color: J Clarity: VS1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/VG Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: Yellow Gol...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.2ct Oval Bezel Solitaire Double Band Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Oval Carat: 1.20 Color: J Clarity: SI2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: Yellow Gold ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.2ct Oval Bezel Solitaire Double Band Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Oval Carat: 1.20 Color: J Clarity: SI2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: Yellow Gold ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.3 Carat Oval & Round Brilliant Bezel 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 exemplifies a harmonious fusion of modern aesthetics and timeless elegance, showcas...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.02 Carat Milgrain Oval Bezel Geometric Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Elevate your jewelry collection with this stunning diamond ring, featuring a breathtaking center stone of oval J SI1 weighing 1.02. Cra...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$11,778Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.5 Carat Milgrain Oval Bezel Geometric Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Elevate your jewelry collection with this stunning diamond ring, featuring a breathtaking center stone of oval I SI1 weighing 1.5. Craf...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.01 Carat Milgrain Oval Bezel Geometric Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with this stunning diamond ring, featuring a breathtaking center stone of oval I VS2 weighing 2.01. Crafted in luxurious yellow gold , its timeless de...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.2ct Round Modern Half Bezel Solitaire Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Round Carat: 1.2 Color: H Clarity: SI1 Cut/Pol/Sym: EX/EX/EX Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: Yellow Gold ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 0.91 Carat Princess Square Halo Bezel Band Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Princess Carat: 0.91 Color: F Clarity: I1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/VG Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: Yellow Gol...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$11,806Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.51 Carat Oval Bezel Solitaire Double Band Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Oval Carat: 1.51 Color: H Clarity: SI2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/VG Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: Yellow Gold ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.01 Carat Oval Bezel Solitaire Double Band Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Oval Carat: 1.01 Color: H Clarity: I1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: Yellow Gold D...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.51 Carat Oval Bezel Solitaire Double Band Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Oval Carat: 1.51 Color: J Clarity: SI2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: Yellow Gold ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.5ct Round Half Bezel Hidden Halo Pave Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The center stone is elegantly set in a tension half-bezel that is artfully complemented by a hidden halo of smaller round brilliant cut diamonds, enhancing the ring's overall sparkle...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.2 Carat Oval Bezel Solitaire Double Band Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Oval Carat: 1.20 Color: J Clarity: SI2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: Yellow Gold ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$1,891 / item
0.24cts Diamonds bezel ring, 18K Yellow Gold
By Michelle Massoura Fine Jewellery
Located in Nicosia, CY
Designed by Michelle Massoura, the ring is made in 18 Karat Yellow Gold, and features nine natural round diamonds set in a bezel setting.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Vintage diamond 14k yellow gold bezel engagement ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Simple, sophisticated, and effortlessly wearable, this ring is perfect for someone who appreciates classic bezel set diamonds, warm yellow gold, and timeless vintage engagement ring ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
5 Carat Yellow Diamond Bezel Mosaic Statement Ring
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
This elegant ring centers a 5.01-carat Light Yellow elongated cushion-cut diamond in the U–V range, GIA certified and graded VS1 for exceptional clarity. The elongated silhouette enh...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Turquoise Cabochon Diamond Yellow Gold Bezel Band Ring
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
It is bezel set in a handmade, hand engraved ring. The turquoise has a rich, "robin's egg" blue color.
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
14KT Yellow Gold Marquise Diamond Hexagonal Bezel Solitaire Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
Combining sharp, contemporary angles with a classic diamond silhouette, it works beautifully as a unique engagement ring or a sophisticated fashion statement. 14KT Yellow Gold Marqu...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Vintage emerald cut diamond 14k yellow gold bezel ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage emerald cut diamond 14k yellow gold bezel ring is a sleek and sophisticated statement piece showcasing the bold elegance of 1980s jewelry design.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$8,874 / item
Marquise Diamond Bezel Set 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Expertly bezel-set in 14K yellow gold, the diamond sits in a sleek, eye-shaped setting that enhances its brilliance while providing a modern and secure frame.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Half-Bezel Diamond Ring – 18ct Yellow Gold, 1.14ct Round Natural Diamond
Located in London, GB
A contemporary and eye-catching half-bezel diamond ring crafted in solid 18ct yellow gold, featuring a 1.14ct of natural round brilliant-cut diamond.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carelle 18k Yellow Gold 0.62ct Bezel Yellow Sapphire & Diamond Matte Finish Ring
By Carelle
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - Vivid Yellow Color - 0.60ct (exact) (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - G C...
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Yellow Gold
1.00 Carat Emerald Bezel Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite 1.00 Carat Emerald Bezel Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold. Emerald cut diamonds have been making waves in the world of fine jewelry, and this ring showcases ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,240Sale Price / item|20% Off
1.00 Carat Emerald Bezel Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite 1.00 Carat Emerald Bezel Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold. Emerald cut diamonds have been making waves in the world of fine jewelry, and this ring showcases ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Thick Diamond and Ruby Ring Bezel Set
Located in Sewickley, PA
This vintage-inspired ring is crafted in warm yellow gold and features a striking bezel-set round ruby at its center. the vivid red gemstone is beautifully framed by two sparkling di...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold Five Diamond Bezel Set Ring - Size 5.25
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
A 14k Yellow Gold Ring with Five Bezel Set Diamonds Each Weighing ~0.25ct.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold and Bezel Set Vintage Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
14k yellow gold and .5ct natural mined diamond engagement vintage estate ring.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold 1.15 Carat Marquise Diamond Bezel Cluster Ring
Located in Cape May, NJ
Era: New Composition: 14K Yellow Gold Primary Stone: One Marquise Diamond Carat Weight: 1.15 Carats Color/Clarity: H / I1 Accent Stone: Eighteen Round Brilliant and Marquise Diamon...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bezel Set Round Diamond Modern Engagement Ring in Yellow Gold
Located in Coral Gables, FL
18 karat yellow gold split shank ring featuring an estimated 0.50 carat bezel set round brilliant cut diamond of VS clarity and H color.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Contemporary 18k Yellow Gold Bezel Set Orange Diamond Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
Contemporary 18k Yellow Gold Bezel Set Orange Dia Ring Ring size: 7.75 (can be resized upon request) 18k yellow gold .07 carat, round cut diamond Gram weight: 5.38 grams
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$713Sale Price|20% Off
14k Yellow Gold Round Bezel Set Citrine And Diamond Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
14k yellow gold ring. This pretty contemporary ring features a center round faceted, medium orange color citrine, approximately 0.52 CTS, bezel set, and flanked by round faceted acce...
Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Emerald-Cut Diamond Engagement Ring with Milgrain Bezel
Located in Covington, LA
Details Emerald-cut natural diamond weighing approximately 0.21 carat Six bezel-set round brilliant diamonds totaling approximately 0.07 carat Total diamond weight: 0.28 carat Crafte...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA 4 Carat Yellow Heart Diamond Bezel Solitaire Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 4.01 ct. W-X VS1 diamond heart shape. Handmade in 18k yellow gold. Ring size 6.25. Comes with GIA certificate.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Round Cut Bezel-Set Diamond Double Band Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
Material : 14KT Yellow Gold Gold Weight : 1.3 Gramx Ring Size : EU-54, US-7, UK-N½ (Diameter-17.2mm) Set with : Diamonds Stone : 1 Natural Diamonds Diamond Carat : 0.06 Total Cara...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold Emerald Cut Peridot & Diamond Bezel East West Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Total Carat Weight: 2.28 (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 3.55 Grams Ring Size: 6.0 (We can custom size this ring.
Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chopard Happy Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Heart Ring w/Certificate
By Chopard
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The Chopard Happy Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Heart Ring is a stunning piece of fine jewelry featuring a delicate heart design with a diamond bezel.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tanzanite and Diamond Handmade 18k Yellow Gold Bezel Ring, 6.09 Carats
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The 6.09 carat tanzanite is a stunning bluish purple color with unusually strong saturation. This ring was handmade in 18k yellow gold, with a handsomely tailored bezel that has been...
Diamond, Tanzanite, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
14 Karat White and Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Eternity Rings
By Belfiore Jewelry
Located in Great Neck, NY
14K white and yellow gold eternity rings set in a bezel set. The rings are sold as a set. The total weights of both rings is 2.16 carats. The color of the stones are G-H, and the cla...
White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bezel Set Diamond Solitaire 18 Karat Yellow Gold Estate Ring
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Custom made eighteen karat 18K yellow gold estate ring with attractive step style wide band leading to one full cut round faceted .94 carat H/VS diamond solitaire in a rhodium settin...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,800Sale Price|20% Off
Eternity bezel set diamond ring 18KT yellow gold 2.50ct large eternity diamond
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Large bezel eternity diamond ring made in 18KT yellow gold, nice and sturdy!
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate 18K Bezel Set Fancy Yellow Trilliant Diamond Split Shank Ring
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A striking contemporary design showcasing the vibrant contrast between natural fancy yellow and colorless diamonds. Crafted in 18 karat yellow and white gold, the ring is centered by...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Bezel Set Heart Diamond Bypass Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K yellow gold Diamond: 2 heart cut =0.40cttw Color: H Clarity: SI1-2 Diamond: 48 round brilliant = 0.50cttw Color: Pink / H Clarity: SI1-2 Size: 5.25 si...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Multi Shape Diamond Bezel Band Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 4.03 ct. HIJ VS-SI white diamond multi shape ring. Handmade in 18k yellow gold. Stones are round, pear, emerald cut, and ovals. Each stone comes with a GIA certificate. ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Round Cut Diamond Bezel Three-Stone Bypass Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
Material : 14KT Yellow Gold Gold Weight : 3.25 Gram Ring Size : EU-54, US-7, UK-N½ (Diameter-17.2mm) Set with : Diamond Stone : 25 Natural Diamonds Diamond Carat : 0.5 Total Carat ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Peridot and Diamond, 18k Yellow Gold Handmade Bezel Ring, 7.88 Carats
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 18k yellow gold handmade ring features a luscious grass-green peridot weighing 7.88 carats faceted in a handsome cushion shape.
Diamond, Peridot, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
$4,160Sale Price|20% Off
One of a kind 18K Yellow Gold Bezel Baguette Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Adorn yourself with the exclusive radiance of this limited edition 18K yellow gold ring, showcasing a beautifully bezel-set baguette diamond.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco diamond 14k yellow gold and platinum bezel set ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The bezel setting gives the ring a clean, polished look while beautifully framing the center diamond.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Bezel-Set Round Emerald & Pave Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Timeless and elegant, this Bezel Set Round Emerald Pave Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Ring features a beautifully cut round diamond paired with a vibrant green emerald, creating a stunning...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Double Diamond Bezel Statement Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
0.80 carat total weight natural round cut diamond double bezel set ring in 18K yellow gold.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Handcrafted 14 Karat Yellow Gold Hammered Narrow Rings with Bezel Diamonds
By I. Reiss
Located in Great Neck, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Hand-Crafted 8mm Matte and Hammer-Finished Scallop-Edged Narrow Ring, Accented with 0.11 Carats of Bezel Set Scattered Diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Wide Satin Finish Bezel Set Diamond Band Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications: Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Ring Height: 14.1 mm tall Total Weight: 21.3 Grams Diamond Count: 32 Diamond Color: F-G Diamond Clarity: VS1-SI1 Diamond Cut: brill...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
6.75 Carat Green Tourmaline and Diamond, Yellow Gold Engraved Bezel Ring
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous ring features a rich, 6.75 carat, elongated cushion cut olive tourmaline that has been set in a handmade 18k yellow gold bezel.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.60 Carat Peridot and Diamond Yellow Gold Engraved Bezel Band Ring
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pretty ring features a very bright, sparkling peridot that has been set in an intricately handmade 18k yellow gold bezel.
Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
New 14k Yellow Gold 0.80ctw Baguette Bezel Diamond Stackable Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (7) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Straight Baguette Cut - Bezel Set - G/H Color - VS1/VS2 Clarity Total Carat Weight: 0.80 (exact) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight:...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold 4 Round Diamond Petite Dainty Neat Bezel Cluster Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (4) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 0.16ctw (approx.)
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Bezel Set Oval Ruby and Baguette Diamond Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This cocktail ring features a vibrant, bezel-set oval ruby centered on a wide yellow gold band that is lavishly channel-set with rows of sparkling baguette-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold GIA 1.51ctw Montana Sapphire & Diamond Long Bezel Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Montana Sapphire - Old Round Brilliant Step Cut - Bezel Set - Vivid Blue Color - NO HEAT - 0.55ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Com...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Amethyst Ring with Diamond Bezel
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer presents an oval shape 2.57 Carats Amethyst ring with a White Diamond Bezel with a total weight of 0.15 Carats.
Amethyst, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 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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