Unique Piece Tourmalineted Quartz Diamonds 18 Karat Gold Bezel Silver Bench Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection 18K yellow Gold Bezel Hexagonal Tourmalineted Quartz, Sterling Silver, Unique Piece "Ink Ring".
White Diamond, Tourmaline, Diamond, Quartz, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver...
Men's 14K Two Tone Solitaire Ring with Bezel Set 1.05 Carat Round Diamond
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Men's 14K yellow and white gold solitaire ring with one bezel set round diamond weighing 1.05 carat.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
3.22tcw 14K Bezel Emerald Asscher & Diamond Accent Shank Right Hand Gold Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
A remarkable emerald and diamond solitaire with accents engagement or right-hand ring.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage GIA 3.58ct Pear Shaped Bezel-Set Diamond Ballerina 14KWY Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
A BREATHTAKING Bezel-set Vintage "BALLERINA" 3.58ctw Pear-shaped DIAMOND 14k Gold Ring, CIRCA 1950s The masterful design of this ballerina ring CIRCA 1950s with total 3.58cts diamond...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$946Sale Price / item|24% Off
Bezel set marquise moissanite 14k gold ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Bezel set marquise moissanite 14k gold ring. Vintage style solitaire moissanite ring.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
8 Flush Set Bezel Diamond Eternity Wedding Band in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
8 Flush Set Bezel Diamond Eternity Wedding Band in 14 Karat Yellow Gold Size 7 ad 1/2 All 8 diamonds are scattered uniformly all around the band Very clean and shiny diamonds. 8 poi...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
8 Flush Set Bezel Diamond Eternity Wedding Band in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
8 Flush Set Bezel Diamond Eternity Wedding Band in 14 Karat Yellow Gold Size 11 All 8 diamonds are scattered uniformly all around the band Very clean and shiny diamonds. 5 pointer d...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold and 9-Stone Half Bezel Set Oval Cut Diamond Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 14K Yellow Gold Diamond: 9 Oval cut = 0.82cttw Color: G-H Clarity: SI1 Ring size: 6.5 (please allow two additional shipping days for sizing requests) Weight: 3.4 grams
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Marquise Double Bezel Diamond Band Minimalist Slim Stack 14K Yellow Gold Revival
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
This minimalist band is perfect for all occasions! Wear it alone or stack with your collection of bands. The marquise center stone is set east to west for a contemporary look. If bei...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
GIA Certified 1.50 Carat Diamond in 18 Karat Yellow Gold Solitaire Bezel Band
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Weights & Measurements: Diameter of bezel: 10.5mm Diamond measurements: 7.15mm - 7.21mm x 4.62mm Diamond weight: 1.5 carats Band width: 7.7mm Band thickness: 1.9mm ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Cabochon Emerald & Princess Cut Diamonds in 18K Gold Bezel Set Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
0.34 carat cabochon cut bezel set emerald ring, adorned with channel set princess cut diamond side stones, all set in 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
2.50 Carats Oval Cabochon Sapphire & Diamond Bezel-Set Three-Stone Fashion Ring
Located in New York, NY
Accented by two old European cut diamonds weighing 0.80 carat total. Each stone is set on an integrated bezel setting.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Gold 7.31ctw GIA Oval Cabochon Bezel Emerald & Pave Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This large, gorgeous cocktail ring was crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and features a magnificent, GIA certified, natural emerald neatly bezel set set at the center of the puffed top.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2.76 Ct Blue Sapphire Eternity Band 14K Solid Yellow Gold Bezel-Set Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
It pairs magnificently with yellow gold stacking bands, diamond eternity rings, or worn alone as the definitive centrepiece of a fine jewellery wardrobe.
Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian old mine cut fancy color diamond 18k rose gold bezel engagement ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The diamond is securely framed in a smooth bezel setting, enhancing its color while giving the ring a bold, sculptural presence.
Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bezel Set Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Eternity Band in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 6 Crafted in luminous 14 karat yellow gold, this modern diamond eternity band is a timeless expression of elegance and sophistication. A full circle of round brilliant-cu...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
NEW Unisex 14k Gold 0.40ctw Emerald Cut Diamond Bezel Solitaire Signet Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Emerald Cut - Bezel Set - G Color - VS1 Clarity - 0.40ct (exact) Total Carat Weight: 0.40 (exact) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight:...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18k Gold Horizontal Bezel Set Jadeite Jade & Diamond "W" Motif Ring
Located in Miami, FL
18K yellow gold "W" motif ring featuring a 20.6 x 7.93mm jadeite jade center stone and 14 round cut diamond accents of 0.10CTW. The diamonds are full of life and placed delicately on...
Diamond, Jade, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Pear Diamond Sunburst Shadow Band 14k Yellow Gold Bezels 0.40 Carats V-Band
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
Accent your finger with this sunburst of pear shape and round brilliant diamonds! Set in warm 14k yellow gold bezels. The curved shape of the ring sits beautifully alone on your fing...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Asscher Bezel-Set Diamond Pavé Encrusted Bypass Statement Ring in 14K/18K Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
A sculptural expression of modern elegance, this bypass ring wraps the finger in a fluid, open silhouette that feels both dynamic and refined. Two diamond-set bands curve gracefully ...
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18...
New 18k Gold 1.94ctw Milgrain Bezel European Diamond 5 Stone Wedding Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This magnificent diamond band ring was newly crafted from solid 18k yellow gold and features 5 old European cut diamonds neatly bezel set with delicate milgrain etching across its top.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
5.66tcw 18K Natural Dark Green Oval Cut Emerald & Diamond Accent Bezel Set Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Crafted in flattering 18K solid yellow gold. Setting Style: Bezel/Pave Setting Material: 18K Yellow Gold Setting Weight: 6.6 Grams Main Stone: Emerald Shape: Oval Cut Approx Weight...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.62tcw 14K Natural Emerald Cut Emerald Bezel Set & Diamond Pave Shank Gold Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a contemporary emerald and diamond engagement ring/right-hand ring in 14K yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.85 Carat Natural Oval Cut Bezel Set Emerald 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Houston, TX
This exquisite ring features a vibrant 1.85 carat oval emerald, beautifully bezel set in luxurious 14K yellow gold.
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Two Tone Gold 0.64ctw Pave & Bezel Diamond Covered East West Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - G Color - VS2 Clarity - 0.20ct (exact) (32) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$792Sale Price|20% Off
Fire Opal Oval White Diamond Round 14 Karat Gold Engagement Swirl Bezel Ring
Located in New York, NY
These diamonds enhance the overall allure of the ring, creating a dazzling contrast against the fiery hues of the opal.
Diamond, White Diamond, Fire Opal, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Contoured Wide Blue Enamel Band Ring with Bezel Set Diamond in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 18 Karat White & Yellow Gold Gemstones: Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring Size: 6.5 Band Width: 3.7mm Item Weight: 8.3 Grams Estate Condition: Very Good; Professionally Cle...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
18k Two Tone Gold 1.60ctw Bezel Oval Ruby & Diamond 14.9mm Wide Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
-- Stone(s) -- (10) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Channel Set - F/G Color - VS1/VS2 Clarity - 0.30ctw (approx.) (3) Natural Genuine Ruby - Oval Brilliant Cut - Bez...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
RUCHI Blue Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Bezel-Set Eternity Band
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire: 0.88ct total weight Diamond: 0.48ct total weight All diamonds are G-H/ SI stones.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
Bezel Set 2.80 Carat Oval Cut Emerald & Diamond Ribbed Textured 18K Gold Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Item Details: - Type: Ring - Metal: 18K Yellow Gold - Weight: 8.1 Grams - Era: Vintage, Circa 1990 - Setting: Bezel - Size: 7 (adjustable) - Ring Face: 18.3mm Emerald Details: - Typ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Topaz Half Bezel & Diamond Square Shape Vintage Ring in 18k Gold
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
GIA certified vintage geometric Natural Orange Topaz and Diamond Ring, set in 18K Yellow Gold. This lovely cocktail ring boasts a brilliant oval-cut orange topaz center stone in hal...
Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold 0.40 CT Natural Emerald Bezel-Set Cushion Signet Ring for Gift
Located in Jaipur, IN
This 14K solid yellow gold natural emerald bezel-set cushion signet ring, catalogued RIMJ-1078, is the product of exactly that confidence — a ring whose beauty is entirely a function...
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Gold GIA 0.5 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, Bezel Setting
By Rose and Choc 1
Located in Wallingford, CT
Bezel set emerald cut diamond engagement ring set on 14 karat yellow gold.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Pink Sapphire Half Bezel Ring & Channel Set Diamonds in 18K Gold
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Item Details: - Type: Ring - Metal: 18K Yellow Gold - Weight: 10.29 Grams - Setting: Half Bezel, Channel - Size: 8 - Measurements: 10mm face ___________________________________ Cent...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
NEW 18k Gold 0.63ct Milgrain Bezel Round Diamond 5 Stone Stack Wedding Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (5) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Milgrain Bezel Set - G/H Color - VS1/VS2 Clarity Total Carat Weight: 0.63 (exact) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Simon G 0.10ctw Round Bezel Set Diamond Three Tone Ring with Milgrain Detailing
By Simon G Jewelry
Located in Houston, TX
This contemporary ring from Simon G features 0.10 carat total weight in round brilliant cut bezel set diamonds with milgrain detailing set in 18 karat white, yellow, and rose gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.00 Carat D VVS1 Pear Shape Diamond Half Bezel Ring in 18K Gold
By Rich Jewels
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Crafted in 18K yellow gold, the warm tone of the metal creates a striking contrast, resulting in a timeless yet contemporary piece ideal for collectors seeking transparency, quality,...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.00 Ct D/VVS1 Emerald Diamond East-West Half Bezel Ring 18K Gold
By Rich Jewels
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Crafted in 18K yellow gold, the warm tone of the metal enhances the stone’s brilliance, resulting in a timeless yet distinctive piece ideal for collectors seeking transparency, quali...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Green Sapphire & Old Mine Cut Diamond Bezel Three-Stone Ring
By Bracken Jewelers
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Three-stone green sapphire and old mine cut diamond bezel three-stone ring by Bracken Jewelers, crafted in 22K yellow gold for a luxurious fit.
Diamond, Green Sapphire, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Solid Gold 1.35ct Bezel Oval Ruby Diamond Open Work Wide Cigar Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
-- Stone(s) -- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Oval Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - Red Color - Brilliant & Great Color - 6.5x5mm - 0.85ctw (approx.) (54) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 0.75 Cts East West Half Bezel Emerald-Cut Diamond Ring 18K Gold
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
This stunning 0.75 carat ring features a beautiful emerald-cut diamond set in a solitaire style half bezel setting.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bezel Set Oval Cut Green Tourmaline and Baguette Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 8 A captivating statement of color and clarity, this green tourmaline and diamond ring pairs bold design with classic elegance. The centerpiece is an oval-cut green tourm...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
7.78ct Radiant Cut Bezel Set Diamond Eternity Band in 18K Champagne Yellow Gold
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The elegant band features a continuous row of radiant cut diamonds, each 0.50 carats, secured in a sophisticated bezel setting.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Timeless Elegance 14K (or 18k upon request) Gold Bezel-Set Diamond Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Celebrate eternal beauty with this 14K yellow gold eternity ring, adorned with a continuous circle of brilliant-cut diamonds. Each diamond is meticulously set to create a seamless, ...
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GIA 4.00 Ct F/VS1 Radiant & Marquise Diamond Half Bezel Toi Et Moi Ring 18K Gold
By Rich Jewels
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designed in the romantic Toi Et Moi style, the two stones symbolize unity, connection, and two souls becoming one. Crafted in 18K yellow gold, the warm tone beautifully complements t...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.70 Carat Cabochon Emerald Bezel Set 14K Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
0.70 carat emerald cabochon cut with diamond accents in 14K yellow gold bezel setting and rope style shank ring.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1.05ct Marquise Cut Diamond Bezel Set Eternity Band in 18k Champagne Yellow Gold
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This elegant eternity band is crafted from 18k champagne gold, featuring a continuous line of marquise cut diamonds. The 1.05 carat natural stones are bezel-set, showcasing their E-F...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Minimalist Bezel Set Round Diamond 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Signet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Refined and radiant, this 14K Solid Gold Diamond Ring features a single, brilliant diamond set in a polished gold band, embodying classic elegance. The diamond’s sparkle is perfectly...
Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Set of 3 14k Tri Color Gold 1.08ctw Bezel Diamond Low Profile Stack Bands Rings
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (3) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - G/H Color - SI1 Clarity - 0.80ctw (approx.) (7) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Pear Shape Portrait Cut Bezel Set Diamond Solitaire 18k 4.0g
Located in Orlando, FL
This 18K yellow gold ring centers a foil-backed portrait cut pear shape diamond, fully bezel set so the closed back conceals the foil and protects the antique-style cut.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Wire Brush Finish Band Ring with Bezel Set Diamonds in Two-Tone 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 7 This exquisite 18 karat white and yellow gold diamond band offers a modern yet timeless elegance, perfect for those who appreciate refined craftsmanship.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Heirloom 4.62tcw 3 Stone Colombian Emerald & Pear Diamond Gypsy 18K Bezel Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Accented on the sides are two VVS top pear-cut diamonds, creating a desirable three-stone look. All stones are skillfully handset in a secure bezel setting, in solid 18K euro yellow ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.17tcw 14K Genuine Emerald-Pear Cut & Diamond Marquise Three Stone Bezel Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
A petite pear emerald & marquise diamond three-stone bezel ring. This classic has a beautiful 1.05-carat, Zambian emerald-pear cut.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1.5 Carat TW Channel and Bezel Set Natural Diamond Mens Ring in 18K Gold
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 1.50 CTTW Men's Round Cut Natural Diamond Ring. Crafted in 18K solid yellow gold. Featuring a bezel-set center stone and a channel-set diamond halo adorning the center.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Cut Bezel Eternity Band, 3.05 Carat, 18K Yellow Gold, Size 6
By ADA Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Details Maker: ADA Jewelry Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 6 Gemstone: Natural Diamonds Diamond Shape: Oval Cut Setting Style: East-West Bezel Set Eternity Total Diamond Weight: 3...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Double Bezel Eternity Band, Pear, 3.30 Carats, 18K Yellow Gold, Size 6
By ADA Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Details Maker: ADA Jewelry Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 6 Gemstone: Natural Diamonds Diamond Shape: Pear Cut Setting Style: Double Bezel Eternity Total Diamond Weight: 3.30 Car...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$681Sale Price / item|24% Off
Bezel Set Round-Cut Moissanite Engagement Ring in 14k Gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Bezel Set Round-CutMoissanite Engagement Ring in 14k Gold. 0.5 ct moissanite stacking ring. Classic Solitaire Moissanite Ring. Plain Wedding Bridal Band. Metal: 14k yellow and pink ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow 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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