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 Coronaria Pendant with Tourmalines and Diamonds in 18k Gold by Alex Soldier
By Alex Soldier
Located in Geneve, CH
Gold Coronaria Pendant with Tourmalines and Diamonds in 18k Gold by Alex Soldier. Dimensions: Flower diameter: 6.4 cm. Materials: 18k White Gold with Signature Hand-Textured Finish, ...
Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gold Astra Pendant with Lemon Citrine and Diamonds in 18k Gold by Alex Soldier
By Alex Soldier
Located in Geneve, CH
Gold Astra Pendant with Lemon Citrine and Diamonds in 18k Gold by Alex Soldier. Dimensions: Flower diameter: 5.5 cm. Materials: 18k Yellow Gold with Signature Hand-Textured Finish, 1...
Diamond, Ruby, Citrine, White Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, ...
C de Cartier Double C 18k White Gold Diamond Charm Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Cartier diamond Double C logo charm pendant is crafted in 18k white gold and features the Maison’s iconic interlocking Cartier “C” monogram rendered in pavé set round brilliant ...
Diamond, White Gold
Cartier LOVE Interlocking 18k Gold Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Cartier Love interlocking rings necklace is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features the iconic double ring motif from the house’s celebrated Love collection. The design centers ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany Co Victoria Large Mixed Cluster Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany Co Victoria Mixed Cluster Pendant on the chain 18 inches long round brilliant diamonds weighing approximately 1.04ct pear-shape diamonds weighing approximately 0.94 ct Marquise diamonds weighing approximately 0.92 ct Pt950 Comes in a large jewelry case...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl Robert Goossens Blue Rhinestone Flower Necklace
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl Robert Goossens Blue Rhinestone Flower Necklace Features: - 100% Authentic YVES SAINT LAURENT by Robert Goossens. - Huge faceted blue resin with rhine...
Edwardian Platinum Rose Cut Diamond Horseshoe Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This antique platinum rose cut diamond horseshoe charm dates to the Edwardian period, circa 1910 to 1920. The design features a classic horseshoe motif, a symbol historically associa...
Diamond, Platinum
Chanel Runway Black Lucite Leather Pink Chain Trim Lipstick Case Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Sewickley, PA
Pre-Loved Chanel™ Black Lucite Leather Pink Chain Trim Lipstick Case Necklace. Flip-cap with a push lock closure. Lucite exterior. Gold-tone hardware. Size/Dimensions: Charm: 3.5" ...
Vintage 1989 MOSCHINO Dinner Cutlery Pendant Necklace
By Moschino Couture
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage 1989 MOSCHINO Dinner Cutlery Pendant Necklace Features: -100% Authentic MOSCHINO dating 1989 collection. - Massive spoon, knife and fork pendants on a chain necklace. - Gold...
Vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX Turquoise Cabochon Beaded Heart Pendant Necklace
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX Turquoise Cabochon Beaded Heart Pendant Necklace Features: - 100% Authentic CHRISTIAN LACROIX. - Heart pendant necklace embellished with pearls, metal and ...
Antique Platinum Pierrot Charm Diamond & Calibré-Cut Gemstones
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Art Deco clown charm set in platinum with red and blue gemstones and diamond accents in a whimsical geometric figural design. The charm is decorated with calibre cut gemstones in viv...
Platinum
Vintage 14k Gold Carved Jade Lady’s Head Charm Pendant Diamond Accents
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
MATERIALS: 14k Gold WEIGHT: 3 Grams MEASUREMENTS: 3/8" x 7/8" Elegant vintage 14k gold charm pendant featuring a finely carved green jade lad...
Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage MOSCHINO Comedy Tragedy Mask Pendant Chain Necklace
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Comedy Tragedy Mask Pendant Chain Necklace Features: - 100% Authentic MOSCHINO. - Comedy and tragedy masks pendant chain necklace. - Gold tone hardware. - Spring lo...
Vintage MOSCHINO Green Mosaic Novelty Pendant Necklace
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Green Mosaic Novelty Pendant Necklace Features: - 100% Authentic MOSCHINO. - Mosaic leaf pendant in different shades of green. - Bronze tone hardware. - Velvet blac...