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 & 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...
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...
Louis Feraud Peridot Designer 18 Karat Stud Earrings
By Louis Feraud
Located in Honolulu, HI
French Designer Louis Feraud Peridot stud earrings in 18k white gold. These earrings have a unique inverted V design. The beautifully designed earrings features four (4) square cut green peridots set in a channel on one side of the inverted V design. A total of eight (8) square Peridots are set on these earrings, totaling approximately 2.00 carats. The Peridots have an electric vibrant green colors. The earrings are masterfully crafted in 18k white gold and has a high polished finish. These stud earrings have post backs for pierced ears and squeeze earrings backings for extra security. The earrings measure approximately 14.60 mm high x 15.20 mm wide. Hallmarked "IF" and stamped "18k". Total weight 4.90 grams. These are new old stock earrings...
Peridot, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vivid Diamonds GIA Certified 2.06 Carat Diamond Stud Earrings
By Vivid Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning Vivid Diamonds solitaire stud earrings crafted in 18 karat white gold, showcasing 2 spectacular GIA Certified round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 2.06 carats total, L colo...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Three Row Sapphire and Diamond Huggie Earrings in 18k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Style: Huggie Earrings Gemstone: 30 Sapphires Total Sapphire Weight: ~0.50 ct. Metal: 18K White Gold Weight: 6.9 Grams Diamonds: 12 Round Brilliant Cut Di...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold
Vivid Diamonds GIA Certified 1.92 Carat Diamond Studs
By Vivid Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning Vivid Diamonds solitaire stud earrings crafted by hand in platinum, showcasing 2 spectacular GIA Certified round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 1.92 carats total, H-I color...
Diamond, Platinum
2 Carat Diamond Hoop Earrings in 10k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications: Style: Diamond Hoop Earrings Metal: 10k White Gold Total Weight: 8.7 Grams Measurements: 21 mm Diamonds: 12 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds Diamond Setti...
Diamond, White Gold, 10k 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
Vintage Blue Sapphire and Diamond Cushion Halo Stud Earrings
Located in Honolulu, HI
Gorgeous natural Blue Sapphire & Diamond cushion halo stud Earrings in 18K yellow gold. These beautiful Earrings feature Two cushion cut blue Sapphires be...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bony Levy Diamond Bar Earrings 14K White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications: Designer: Bony Levy Metal: 14K White Gold Total Weight: 0.9 Grams Earring Diameter: ~9.9 mm x 1.7 mm Diamond Count: 20 brilliant cut Diamond Color...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Platinum Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Platinum Earrings Set with 2 Round Brilliant Chocolate Diamonds Weighing 2.32 Carats Surrounded by .78 Carats of Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds, G Color, VS Clarity. Weight: 4.49 gr...
Brown Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
Satin Finish Flower and Diamond Center Stud Earrings in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 2.4 Grams Diamonds: 2 Setting: Bezel Diamond Color: J-K Diamond Clarity: I1 Diamond Carat Weight: 0.20 carats S...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vivid Diamonds GIA Certified 7.01 Carat Diamond Solitaire Stud Earrings
By Vivid Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning Vivid Diamonds solitaire stud earrings crafted in 18 karat white gold, showcasing 2 spectacular GIA Certified round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 7.01 carats total, J col...
Diamond, Platinum
Bony Levy Red and Black Enamel Ladybug Earrings 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications: Designer: Bony Levy Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Earring Diameter: 8 mm x 6.7 mm Total Weight: 0.7 Grams Stamped: "Bony Levy" "14K" Condition: Preowned, ...
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel