With his exquisite contemporary and Byzantine-style pieces featuring details so fine that a magnifying glass is required to see them, it’s not surprising Alex Soldier is one of the most innovative jewelry designers of the 21st century.
Born Alexander Soldatov in the Russian city of Perm, nestled in the Ural Mountains, Soldier exhibited a childhood talent for woodcraft, painting miniatures and creating sculptures. However, he regarded his artistic interests as nothing more than a hobby and obtained a master’s degree in computer engineering.
Although he was working as a computer engineer, Soldier’s wife Galina recognized his innate talent for jewelry design and encouraged him to consider a career as a jeweler. In 1981, Galina’s persistence paid off, and Soldier left computer engineering to work as an intern at the most prominent jewelry manufacturing company in the Ural region. His aptitude for artisanal workmanship earned him a promotion as the company’s chief designer in less than a year.
Soldier’s jewelry designs won numerous awards at trade shows throughout Eastern Europe, and his works soon caught the attention of a U.S.-based jewelry manufacturer. In 1991, Soldier moved with his family to the United States, where he worked briefly for the company before striking out on his own.
Soldier is widely known for his masterful metalwork. With his passion for precision and alluring form, he uses a microscope to design his jewelry — he handcrafts fine details and textures with stainless steel instruments on such pieces as drop earrings, cocktail rings and pendant necklaces made with 18-karat gold, platinum and precious gemstones. Today, in the firm’s New York City workshop, the designer and his small staff create elegant pieces such as the gemstone-encrusted Snail ring and the Sunflower series, which is inspired by Vincent Van Gogh’s paintings.
Soldier’s fine jewelry craftsmanship has earned international accolades. He won the Platinum Passion Award in 1998 from Platinum Guild International and a Spectrum honor from the American Gem Trade Association in 2002. Since 2009, he has created the prize statuette for the Princess Grace Award and the Prince Rainier III Award. Celebrities such as Scarlett Johansson, Gwyneth Paltrow and Elizabeth Hurley have worn Alex Soldier jewelry over the years.
On 1stDibs, find a range of Alex Soldier earrings, rings and necklaces.
Gold Rosy The Snail Earrings with Tourmaline, Garnet & Diamonds by Alex Soldier
By Alex Soldier
Located in Geneve, CH
Gold Rosy The Snail Earrings with Tourmaline, Garnet & Diamonds by Alex Soldier. Dimensions: W 2.2 x L 2.5 cm. Materials: 18k White Gold with Signature Hand-Textured Finishes, featur...
Tourmaline, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Garnet, White Diamond, Diamond, Whi...
Gold & Platinum Sunny The Snail Earrings with Citrine & Diamonds by Alex Soldier
By Alex Soldier
Located in Geneve, CH
Gold & Platinum Sunny The Snail Earrings with Citrine & Diamonds by Alex Soldier. Dimensions: W 2.2 x L 2.5 cm. Materials: 18k Yellow Gold and Platinum with Signature Hand-Textured F...
Diamond, Ruby, Citrine, White Diamond, Garnet, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire...
Alex Soldier 18K White Gold Diamond & Sapphire Earrings
By Alex Soldier
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Alex Soldier Diamond&Sapphire Earrings Diamond: 6.20ctw Black Diamond: 2.60ct Pink Sapphire: 1.00ctw Retail price: $30,000.00
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Alex Soldier 18k White Gold Aquamarine & Tourmaline Earrings
By Alex Soldier
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Alex Soldier Aqumarine&Tourmaline Earrings Aquamarine: 6.80ctw Pink Tourmaline: 9.40ctw SKU: AS01007 Retail price: $15,000.00
Aquamarine, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ambrosi Floral Earrings 18K Gold Carved Pink Tourmaline Aquamarine & Diamonds
By Ambrosi
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Italian Ambrosi vintage pre-owned 18K white and yellow gold earrings with carved aquamarine and pink tourmaline, as well as round diamonds in the centers. One of the earrings is a h...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$11,398 / item
W 0.28 in D 0.16 in L 0.83 in
Alex Jona Blue Sapphire White Diamond 18 White Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold earrings set with 1.93 carats of square cut white diamonds, F color, VVS2 clarity and 2.67 carats of square cu...
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Leaf Earrings Emerald Center 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Earring Length: 23 mm x 16 mm Total Weight: 3.8 Grams Emerald Count: 2 Emerald Carat Weight: 0.06 carats Condition: Preowned, ...
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Gold Sapphire and Diamond Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Impressive ribbon wedged heirloom 18k gold clip-ons featuring a sparkling cluster of Montana sapphires enhanced by several diamonds. Additional ribbon wedges of textured gold form th...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Imperial Jade Heart and Diamond Stud Earrings in 18k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications: Metal: 18K White Gold Total Weight: 2.5 Grams Jade Measurements: 8 x 7.5 mm Diamond Count: 10 Diamond Color: G Diamond Clarity: VS Diamond Cara...
Jade, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co by Paloma Picasso X Graffiti Diamond Gold Stud Earrings
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 18k gold X stud earrings, designed by Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co Graffiti collection. Earrings measure 9/16" x 3/8". Set with approx. 0.10ctw in diamonds. Marked: Palom...
Diamond, Gold
Diamond Shape Sapphire and Diamond Omega Back Earrings 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Earring Diameter: 0.57" x 0.57" Total Weight: 7.5 Grams Gemstone: 8 round blue sapphires Sapphire Carat Weight: ~0.80 carats Di...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Blue Sapphire 18K Natural Diamond White Gold Ear Climber Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Modern and sophisticated, these striking ear climber earrings feature a graceful arrangement of marquise-cut blue sapphires accented with sparkling natural diamonds. Crafted in 18K w...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,471 / item
W 0.71 in D 0.4 in L 0.91 in
Alex Jona Pearl Sapphire White Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Frog Clip-on Earrings
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold frog clip-on earrings, showcasing two baroque pearls, with a white diamond black rhodium pavé tiny paws and fo...
Blue Sapphire, Natural Pearl, White Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, ...
DIOR Rare Vintage Diamond Flower Earrings 18K Yellow Gold
By Christian Dior
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications: Designer: DIOR Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 2.7 Grams Diamond Count: 2 brilliant cut diamonds Diamond Carat Weight: ~0.60 carats Diamond Color:...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ambrosi 18K Gold Pink Tourmaline Aquamarine Diamond Flower Necklace Earring Set
By Ambrosi
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Necklace: Italian Ambrosi vintage pre-owned floral necklace in 18K white and yellow gold with carved aquamarine and pink tourmaline flowers, and round natural diamonds in the centers...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,165 / item
H 1.45 in W 0.31 in D 0.15 in
Alex Jona Multicolor Tourmaline White Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Dangle Earring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold dangle earrings, set with 3 multicolor cabochon tourmalines weighing 6.93 carats in total and 0.13 carats of w...
Tourmaline, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$695 / item
Opal Diamond Earrings in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Earring Length: 16.5 mm Total Weight: 4.3 Grams Opal: 2 Opal Total Carat Weight: 1.64 carats Diamonds: 12 Diamond Color: I Di...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$16,000Sale Price|20% Off
18K White Gold GIA Pink Sapphire & Diamond Earrings
Located in Coral Gables, FL
A spectacular display of color and brilliance, these 18K white gold pink sapphire and diamond earrings are an exceptional example of fine jewelry craftsmanship. Featuring GIA-certifi...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,699 / item
H 0.79 in W 0.87 in D 0.24 in
Alex Jona Open Heart Intense Pink Sapphire 18 Karat White Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, open heart ear clips in 18 karat white gold set with 198 intense Pink Sapphires for a total weighing of 8,74 carats with black rho...
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Alex Soldier Sunflower Earrings
By Alex Soldier
Located in Miami, FL
Sensational Alex Soldier Sunflower Earrings crafted in 18 karat yellow and rose gold, featuring 392 mixed color round brilliant cut diamonds wei...
Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yello...
Alex Soldier Handmade Rose-Colored Snail Earrings
By Alex Soldier
Located in Weston, MA
Formed by a perfect balance of color, texture, and intricate detail, each snail is embroidered with an exquisite assortment of precious gems that are carefully matched to form a uniq...
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k...