2.27 cts GIA Certified Fancy Yellow Radiant Three-stone Diamond Ring
By Leibish and Co. USA Inc
Located in New York, NY
This Fancy Yellow three-stone diamond ring from the Secret Legacy Collection showcases the artistry and heritage of Leibish.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 3 Stone Ring with 2.02ct Fancy Light Yellow Radiant Cut
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 3 Stone Ring with 2.02ct Fancy Light Yellow Radiant Cut In 18k Yellow Gold and Platinum with pave hidden halo, bridge, & shank Center Stone: 2.02ct Fancy Light Yellow ...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Round Teal Sapphire Three-Stone Yellow Gold Engagement Ring, 1.17 Carat
By Ursula Rickmers
Located in Miramar, FL
At Ursula Rickmers Jewelry, we set this ring in 18k yellow gold. The band has a knife-edge profile that tapers toward the stones, and from the side, the setting reveals an open baske...
Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Yellow Gold & Platinum Sapphire & Diamond Bezel Petite 3 Stones Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Total Carat Weight: 0.42 (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold w/ Platinum Top Weight: 2.5 Grams Ring Size: 6.5 (Fitted on a finger.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Three Stone Emerald and Sapphire Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold
By SEAWAVEDIAMONDS
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Three Stone Emerald and Sapphire Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold This three stone ring is a truly splendid example of vintage jewelry.
Emerald, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond Bypass Ring - 10k Round .31ctw Three-Stone
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Emerald Treatment: Oiling Carat(s): .30ctw Cut: Round Natural Diamonds Carat(s...
Diamond, Emerald, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
$825Sale Price|25% Off
9K Yellow Gold Garnet and Diamond Vintage Style Three Stone Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Make a bold statement with this Garnet and Diamond Three Stone Ring, featuring three rich, deep-red garnets set side by side.
Garnet, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Men's Ring - 10k Round Brilliant .25ctw Three-Stone
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 9 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 1 size for $50 or Down 1 size for $30 Note: (Sizing may affect gold stamp) Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 10k White Gold Stone Information Natura...
Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$562Sale Price|25% Off
9K Yellow Gold Amethyst and Pearl Vintage Style Three Stone Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
CHARACTERISTICS Status: Made to Order Origin: Thailand Metal: Solid 9K Yellow Gold Ring Size: US 7 Total Gemstones Weight: 0.59 carat.
Amethyst, Pearl, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
GIA Certified 3 Stone Ring with Fancy Light Yellow Oval Diamond
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 3 Stone Ring with Fancy Light Yellow Oval Diamond Mounted in 18k Yellow Gold & Platinum Center Stone: 4.01ct Natural Fancy Light Yellow VS2 Oval Shape Diamond GIA#2397...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Cartier Yellow Square Emerald Cut Diamond 3 Stone Ring in PLAT/18K Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Golden Glow: Embrace the brilliance of this Cartier 3 stone diamond ring featuring a Fancy Intense Yellow square emerald cut diamond at its heart.
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Amethyst & Green Tourmaline Three-Stone Ring, Size 6.5
Located in Morris Plains, NJ
Color is the first thing you notice — and it is extraordinary. A deep, richly saturated emerald-cut amethyst occupies the center stage, its rectangular facets catching light with a g...
Amethyst, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,275Sale Price|25% Off
14K Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire Vintage Style Filigree Three Stone Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
CHARACTERISTICS Status: Made to Order Origin: Thailand Metal: Solid 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: US 7 Total Gemstones Weight: 0.75 carat.
Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 4.00 Oval Cut Fancy Yellow Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
There is no yellow gold cup under the center stone. Pave and ring sizing are available on request.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Yellow Gold Peridot Bypass Ring - 10k Cushion Checkerboard 2.74ctw Three-Stone
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $30 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Peridot Carat(s): 2.10ctw Cut: Cushion Checkerboard Nat...
Peridot, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1.79 CTW Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond Three Stone Halo Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a cushion shaped diamond weighing 1.03 carats - transparent fancy vivid orangy yellow with VS2 clarity Flanked by well-matched heart cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.4...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
$1,050Sale Price|25% Off
14K Yellow Gold Garnet and Pearl Vintage Style Three Stone Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
CHARACTERISTICS Status: Made to order Origin: Thailand Metal: Solid 9-14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: US 3-8 Total Gemstones Weight: 1.98 carat.
Garnet, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage Diamond and 18 Carat Yellow Gold Three-Stone Gents Ring
Located in London, GB
Crafted in warm 18 carat yellow gold, the ring features a smooth, gently curved band that tapers gracefully from 10.3mm at the top to 4.3mm at the back, offering comfortable all day ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Captivating 3-stone 1.21ct Diamond Ring set in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Prepare to be captivated by the extraordinary allure of this 18K yellow gold jewelry masterpiece. At its core, a magnificent 1.00-carat round brilliant natural diamond takes center s...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
1.22 Carat Three-Stone Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A classic and sparkly 3-stone Diamond ring set in 14 Karat Yellow Gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate Emerald Diamond 18K Yellow and White Gold Three Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful, classic three stone emerald and diamond 18K yellow and white gold ring 20th Century Emeralds: bright green, lively, the center emerald approximately 1 TCW and the two flan...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Antique Victorian 12k Yellow Gold Three Stone Opal Engraved Cocktail Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 12K Yellow Gold Three Stone Opal Engraved Cocktail Ring.
Opal, Yellow Gold
18ct Yellow & White Gold 3-Stone Diamond Ring Set With 0.38ct
Located in London, GB
An elegant 3 stone diamond ring, set with 3 round brilliant cut natural diamonds, 0.38ct total diamond weight.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Retro Yellow Gold 2.15ct Oval Aquamarine w/ Red Stone Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 3.2 Grams Ring Size: 6.0 (Fitted on a finger.
Aquamarine, Gold, Yellow Gold
$33,704Sale Price|31% Off
GIA Certified 4.01 Carat Pear Cut Light Yellow Diamond 3 Stone Ring
By HAZAN
Located in New York, NY
A GIA Certified 4.01 Carat Pear Cut Light Yellow Diamond 3 Stone Ring designed for a Pear Cut lover!
Yellow Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18ct Yellow & White Gold 3 Stone Ring, Set With 0.65ct Natural Diamonds
Located in London, GB
An elegant three-stone diamond ring crafted in 18ct yellow and white gold, set with natural diamonds totalling approximately 0.65ct.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald and Diamond Three-Stone Ring in 18K Yellow Gold, Italy
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
This ring, offered by Claris-A, presents a bold three-stone composition set across a wide yellow gold band fully covered in pavé-set diamonds.
Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Solid Rosy Yellow Gold Opal Beaded Work 3 Stone Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 10k Rosy Yellow Gold Weight: 2.12 Grams Ring Size: 4.5 (Fitted on a finger.
Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold
Three-Stone Pink Tourmaline and Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
In 18 karat yellow gold, this lovely 3 stone ring is centered with an oval-shaped pink tourmaline, which is flanked by diamonds.
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate 18k Yellow Gold Emerald Round Cabochon & Diamond Three-Stone Style Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Elegant and refined, this 18K yellow gold ring features a captivating design. At its center, a 0.5-carat cabochon-cut emerald radiates a rich green hue. Flanking the emerald are clus...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified 3 Stone Ring with 7.04ct Vivid Yellow Emerald Cut Sapphire
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Plain 3 stone Engagement ring in Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold 7.04ct Vivid Yellow Octagonal/Step cut Sapphire Certificate: CDC2009878 (heated) Sri Lanka Sides stones: 0.51ct G VVS tap...
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Old Euro Diamond Chrysoberyl Three Stone Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Old Euro Diamond Chrysoberyl Three Stone Ring. this gorgeous Victorian old European diamond and chrysoberyl ring is crafted in 18k yellow ...
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 10k Rosy Yellow Gold Diamond Three Stone Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: 10k Rosy Yellow Gold Weight: 2.83 Grams Ring Size: 7 (Fitted on a finger, please contact us prior to purchase for sizing inquiries.)
Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Yellow Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Three Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This ring is so pretty holding a 60pt yellow sapphire at the centre and a 20pt diamond either side. Ring Size: P or 7 3/4 Height Off Finger: 6mm Weight: 4g
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage GIA 2.56 carat emerald diamond 18k yellow gold three stone ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This striking vintage three stone ring showcases a vivid step cut emerald at its center, glowing with rich green depth and elegant transparency.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage GIA 2.56 carat emerald diamond 18k yellow gold three stone ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This striking vintage three stone ring showcases a vivid step cut emerald at its center, glowing with rich green depth and elegant transparency.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming three-stone ring crafted from 18ct yellow gold. The design features a trio of old European cut diamonds, each exhibiting a captivating white hue.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.32ct Mint Green Tsavorite Garnet & Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Three Stone Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural Mint Green Tsavorite Garnet & Baguette Cut Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Three Stone Ring. 1.32 Carat total. 1.02 Carat tsavorite garnet with a beautiful mint green colour and an ...
Garnet, Tsavorite, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Cabochon and Round Diamond 3 Stone Ring in Yellow Gold
Located in Coral Gables, FL
18 karat yellow gold ring featuring an oval cabochon ruby estimated to weigh 1.00 carat accented by 2 round diamonds of VS clarity and H color totaling approximately 0.20 carats. Fin...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 5.24ct Fancy Light Yellow VS2 Cushion Cut Three-Stone Ring
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
3 stone ring in Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Center stone: 5.24ct Fancy Light Yellow VS2 Cushion Shape Diamond GIA#7432512211 Side stones: 0.56ct F VS tapered baguettes Total Carat We...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Spinel Pink Three Stone Asscher Anniversary/Engagement 18K Yellow Gold Ring
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
Finger Size: 7 Primary Stone Shape: Asscher Primary Stone Size: 5mm x 5mm *Please check the video of the unset three natural spinels that will be used for the stunning ring* *Custo...
Spinel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond Ring - 14k Oval Cabochon 2.68ctw Three-Stone
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 1 1/2 sizes for $120 or Down 1 1/2 sizes for $90 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Emeralds Treatment: Oiling Carat(s): 2.32ctw C...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Marquise Diamond Two-Stone Twist 18 Carat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
This lovely ring is made in 18ct yellow gold and tapers to a fine 1.7mm at the back.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 3 Stone Ring with 5.00ct Fancy Light Yellow Radiant Cut
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Whether as an engagement ring, anniversary gift, or a celebration of life's significant moments, this GIA certified 3 stone ring in 950 platinum and 18k yellow gold is a statement of...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Yellow Gold Blue Topaz Diamond Ring 14k Oval 2.26ctw Three-Stone
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Blue Topaz Treatment: Routinely Enhance...
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby & Diamond Art Deco Style Three Stone White Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A good looking two tone gold ring that is set with three well matched rubies with two small diamonds in between each stone. It sits low on the finger so it is a practical ring to wea...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
10K Yellow Gold Citrine Rhodolite Three-Stone Ring, Size 7.75, 1990s
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Crafted in warm 10 karat yellow gold, this elegant three-stone ring balances color, shape, and simplicity with a modern touch.
Citrine, Rhodolite, Yellow Gold, Gold, 10k Gold
GIA Certified 3 Stone Ring with 3.34ct Fancy Yellow VVS2 Radiant Cut
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
3 stone ring in Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Center: 3.34ct Natural Fancy Yellow Even VVS2 Radiant Shape Diamond GIA#2225384189 Side stones: Two side stones: 0.93ct E color VVS clarit...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum Stamped 1970s 3 Stone Emerald & Diamond Trilogy Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
The ring is crafted in 18ct yellow gold and features a natural emerald centre and two natural diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
3.69tcw AAA Grade Emerald & Trapezoid Three Stone Ring Yellow Gold 18K
Located in Jupiter, FL
Setting Style: Prong Setting Material: 18K Yellow Gold Main Stone: Emerald Shape: Emerald Cut Weight: 3.15-Carats Clarity: Transparent Color: Vivid Deep Green Luster: Excellent Trea...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat White & Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 18K white & yellow gold Emerald: 1 elongated cushion = 5.42ct Diamond: 2 emerald cut = 0.83cttw Color: H Clarity: SI1 Ring Size: 6.5 (please allow up to 2 additional busine...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold Amethyst London Blue Topaz & Diamond Birthstone 3 Stone Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14K Yellow Gold - Stamped 14k Weight: 5.2 Grams Ring Size: 5.0 (We can custom size this ring.
Amethyst, Diamond, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
5 Carat GIA Light Yellow Elongated Radiant Diamond Three Stone Ring
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
- Huge look with this three stone ring surrounded by halos 5.14 Carat center diamond Light yellow diamond, Y-Z range Elongated radiant cut, 1.21:1 ratio VS2 Clarity Set with .64 Ca...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 3-Stone Ring with 4.02ct Fancy Yellow VVS2 Radiant Cut
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
3 stone ring in Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Center stone: 4.02ct Natural Fancy Yellow Even VVS2 Radiant Shape Diamond GIA#2457008603 Two side stones: 0.50ct D VS1 Cadillac shape G...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$1,440Sale Price|20% Off
14k Yellow Gold Lemon Citrine and Pink Tourmaline Three Stone Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
14k yellow gold ring. This gorgeous three stone ring features a center checkerboard cushion, pale lemon lime citrine, approximately 6.49 CTS, flanked by two rectangular checkerboard ...
Citrine, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold White Topaz Three-Stone Ring - 10k Emerald Cut 5.18ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 9 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $30 or Down 1 1/2 sizes for $30 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Topaz Carat(s): 5.18ctw Cut: Emerald Color: White ...
Emerald, Topaz, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Radiant 2.15ct Diamonds 3-Stone Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Radiant 2.15ct Diamonds 3-Stone Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified This luxurious 18k yellow gold ring features a 1.50ct cushion-cut diamond, offering impressive brilliance wit...
Diamond, 18k 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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