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.
ALEX SOLDIER Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Gold With 14.84 Ctw In Peridot & Fire Opals
By Alex Soldier
Located in Miami, FL
A cocktail ring designed by Alex Soldier. This is a beautiful colorful cocktail ring created by the Russian born artist Alex Soldier, back in the 2000. The ring has been crafted wit...
Citrine, Peridot, Fire Opal, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$76,000Sale Price|20% Off
Alex Soldier “Astra” Convertible Statement Ring in 18K Gold — 11.5 Carats White
By Alex Soldier
Located in Chicago, IL
Alex Soldier “Astra” Convertible Statement Ring in 18K Gold — 11.5 Carats White & Black Diamonds A bold and sculptural creation by renowned designer Alex Soldier, this extraordinary...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Alex Soldier 18k White Gold Diamond Ring
By Alex Soldier
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Alex Soldier Ring Diamond: 0.14ctw Aquamarine: 7.20ctw Pink Tourmaline: 9.20ctw Ring Size: 7.25 SKU: AS01006 Retail price: $14,000.00
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Alex Soldier 18K Gold Snail Ring with Diamonds
By Alex Soldier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Alex Soldier uses snails as a reminder to slow down and enjoy life. He has created more than 25 jewel encrusted snails, each unique and one-of-a-kind. It became an instant classic an...
18k Gold
Alex Soldier 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By Alex Soldier
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Alex Soldier Diamond: 3.47cts Brown Diamond: 0.38cts Black Diamond: 1.95cts Ring Size: 7 $15,000.00
Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Steven Battelle 11.5 Carats Rainbow Moonstone Cabochon 18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A magical high dome 12 x 14 mm rainbow moonstone cabochon enchants surrounded by an organic line texture wide sculpted bezel in this classically simple 18K gold ring design. The mute...
Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold
Cartier 18k White Gold Inde Mystérieuse Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This Petite floral diamond ring by Cartier in 18 white gold is a timeless piece that makes a great gift for any occasion. It has a delicate design featuring center diamonds of about...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-century 1970 18kt Gold Ring with Citrine, Tanzanite and Peridots
Located in Aventura, FL
Step back into the vibrant elegance of the 1960s with this stunning mid-century ring, a true testament to the era's bold artistic expression. Expertly crafted in luxurious 18kt yello...
Citrine, Peridot, Tanzanite, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Alex Jona Moonstone White Diamond 18k White Gold Rings
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold ring centering a beautiful moonstone weighing 4.60 carats, the shoulders and the setting are set with 1.16 ca...
Moonstone, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Classic Oval-Cab Australian Opal with Fire Opal 14k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Stunning, timeless and classy eternity Unique Ring. Decorate yourself in luxury with this Gin & Grace Ring. The 14K Yellow Gold jewelry boasts with Oval-Cab Australian Opal 1 pcs 0.7...
Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hermes 18K White Gold Diamond Horse Galop Ring
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes 18k white gold ring designed as a band from which a horse head protrudes; the band and the horse head set with numerous round diamonds. Pierre Hardy designed Galop as a tribute to Hermès' very first creations, horse harnesses, bridles, and saddles. The horse is a pillar of the house, displaying sculptural energy and thereby bringing the piece to life. Made in France. Currently out of stock in Hermes. EU: 56 US: 7.5 One can never go wrong with the gift of jewelry, and there is something for everyone in our comprehensive closet. Although the best gifts are often not material things, jewelry can certainly be a close second. If your special someone hasn’t dropped hints or slipped a wishlist your way, we have a few great gift ideas of a few of our favorite pieces and this item is certainly one of them. Make your beloved’s holiday season shine a little brighter with one of our signed jewels; start with this gorgeous Galop ring...
Diamond, White Gold
Natural Amethyst Statement Ring Diamond Setting 11.5 Carats 14K Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Amethyst = 11.25 Carats Diamonds = 0.28 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7* US *It can be resi...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
11.5 Carat GIA Certified Round Cut Synthetic Sapphire Engagement Ring 14K Gold
Located in Wallkill, NY
1920s Large 11.51 Carat Blue Synthetic Sapphire set in a stunning 14K White Gold Setting. Flanked by 2 Cabochons. Stone measuring 13.10 x 13.29 x 8.35 mm per GIA certification. Color...
Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
1 carat Fancy Yellow Natural Diamond Gold 18K Ring convertible Pendant
Located in Geneva, CH
Oval Natural Diamond Center 1.00 carat. GIA certificate. Fancy Yellow, SI1 clarity. 18K Gold Ring convertible Pendant. Round white diamond x 58 : 0.37 carat. Fancy yellow small diam...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Cocktail Ring in 18kt gold with 35.4 Ctw in Aquamarines & Diamonds
Located in Aventura, FL
Cocktail Ring crafted in 18k white Gold. Accented with Natural Aquamarines weighing approximately 34.5 carats. Embellished with Round cut Diamonds approximately 0.90 carats. H-I grad...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari Parentesi Cocktail Ring in 18kt Gold with Amethyst and Diamonds
By Bulgari
Located in Aventura, FL
This beautiful cocktail ring by Bvlgari from the Parentesi collection is crafted in luxurious 18kt yellow gold. The centerpiece is a striking multifaceted natural amethyst, accented ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18KT Yellow Gold Square Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
A bold opal ring with a soft, luminous presence. The square cabochon opal shows shifting color across the surface—greens, blues, and warm flashes that move with the light. Set in 18K...
Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold