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 Ring with Tourmaline, Topaz & Diamonds by Alex Soldier
By Alex Soldier
Located in Geneve, CH
Gold Rosy The Snail Ring with Tourmaline, Topaz & Diamonds by Alex Soldier. Dimensions: Sculptural Top W 3 x L 3.2 x H 1.8 cm. Ring Size: Available in US sizes 5.5 to 8.5. Please con...
Topaz, Ruby, Tourmaline, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond...
Gold Starfish Ring with Diamonds, Rubies & Sapphires in 18k Gold by Alex Soldier
By Alex Soldier
Located in Geneve, CH
Gold Starfish Ring with Diamonds, Rubies & Sapphires in 18k Gold by Alex Soldier. Dimensions: Starfish dimensions: W 5.6 x D 5.9 x H 1.4 cm. Ring Size: Available in US sizes 5.5 to 10. Please contact us to specify your desired size. Materials: 18k Rose and White Gold with Signature Hand-Etched Textured Finish, White Diamonds, Blue Sapphires, Pink Sapphires, and subtle Ruby accents. Handcrafted with love in New York City, each Sapphire Starfish is a singular expression of innovation, craftsmanship, and timeless luxury. Turning jewelry into art is a defining hallmark of Alex Soldier’s fine jewelry. Known for transforming precious metals and gemstones into expressive, wearable masterpieces, Soldier’s designs range from vibrant abstractions to representational works that capture the delicacy of a single gesture. Each creation embodies exceptional clarity, movement, and meaning, achieved through innovative surface-decoration techniques that transcend traditional craftsmanship. The one-of-a-kind Sapphire Starfish is a breathtaking composition of white diamonds, blue sapphires, and pink sapphires, meticulously set in Alex Soldier’s signature etched 18 karat rose and white gold. Composed of 111 individual components, this extraordinary jewel represents the ultimate integration of symbolism, design excellence, and technical mastery, true wearable art. Featuring Alex Soldier’s proprietary interchangeable jewelry...
Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, Wh...
Gold & Platinum Sunny The Snail Ring with Citrine & Diamonds by Alex Soldier
By Alex Soldier
Located in Geneve, CH
Gold & Platinum Sunny The Snail Ring with Citrine & Diamonds by Alex Soldier. Dimensions: Sculptural Top W 3 x L 3.2 x H 1.8 cm. Ring Size: Available in US sizes 5.5 to 8.5. Please c...
Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire...
Gold Astra Ring with Amethyst, Tourmaline & Diamond in 18k Gold by Alex Soldier
By Alex Soldier
Located in Geneve, CH
Gold Astra Ring with Amethyst, Tourmaline & Diamond in 18k Gold by Alex Soldier. Dimensions: Flower diameter: 5.5 cm. Ring Size: Available in US sizes 5.5 to 9.5. Please contact us t...
Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, Amethyst, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Whit...
Gold Astra Ring with Diamonds in Blackened 18k White Gold by Alex Soldier
By Alex Soldier
Located in Geneve, CH
Gold Astra Ring with Diamonds in Blackened 18k White Gold by Alex Soldier. Dimensions: Flower diameter: 5.5 cm. Ring Size: Available in US sizes 5.5 to 9. Please contact us to specif...
Black Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Alex Soldier 12 Carat Diamond Cocktail Ring Statement Pendant
By Alex Soldier
Located in Chicago, IL
This magnificent Alex Soldier Astra cocktail ring is a true marvel of modern jewelry design, doubling as both a striking statement ring and a convertible pendant or brooch. Crafted w...
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 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
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
$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 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
Vintage 4.12 Carat Sapphire GIA and Diamond Gold Statement Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Sapphire GIA and Diamond Gold Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set 4.12 Carat Oval GIA Sapphire. Surrounded by Diamonds, weighing 1.08tcw and...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
12.64 Carat Kunzite Diamond Gold Statement Cocktail Ring Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Solitaire Kunzite and Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring. Centering a Hand set securely nestled 12.64 Carat Kunzite. Enhanced either side of shank with Diamonds, weighing a...
Diamond, Kunzite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamonds 18 kt White and Yellow Gold Fashion Ring
Located in Napoli, Campania
Fashion ring in 18 kt white and yellow gold covered in diamonds. diamonds (1.95 kt) tot. weight 9.40 gr RF G EGIA RK.AICH130 For any enquires, please contact the seller through...
Diamond, Blue Diamond, 18k Gold
Pearl Diamonds 18 kt Gold Crown
Located in Napoli, Campania
Elegant ring in 18 kt white gold with a large pearl surrounded by a diamonds crown. pearl (2.70 gr) diamonds (0.79 kt) tot. weight 13.60 gr RF G IROH RK.AIFA108 For any enquires...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Alex Jona 9.9 Carat Tanzanite White Diamond Gold Solitaire Cocktail Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona one-of-a-kind collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold solitaire ring, centering a 9.92 carat square cut Tanzanite, embraced on both sides by two rows of whit...
Tanzanite, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
12.99 Carat Tanzanite and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This is a 12.99-carat oval-shaped Tanzanite cocktail ring crafted in 18k yellow gold. It showcases a stunning 12.99-carat oval-shaped Tanzanite as the centerpiece, boasting a mesmeri...
Diamond, White Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Sculpted Onyx and Pavé Diamond High Profile Cocktail Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 7 This sculptural statement ring blends bold elegance with modern form, crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and accented with a distinctive carved onyx chalcedony centerpiece...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Yurman 18K Cable Coil Diamond Ring Yellow Gold Size 7.5
By David Yurman
Located in Fairfield, CT
David Yurman 18K Cable Coil Diamond Ring Yellow Gold Size 7.5 This David Yurman ring is made in 18k yellow gold with the designer’s signature cable ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Topaz, Sapphires, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold and Rose Gold Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Fantastic ring in 14 kt white gold structure mounted with a central topaz surrounded by yellow and blue sapphires and diamonds. This ring was totally handmade by Italian master golds...
Diamond, Sapphire, Topaz, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Roberto Coin Martellato 18K Yellow Gold Hammered Dome Ruby Cocktail Ring
By Roberto Coin
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Roberto Coin Gender: Unisex Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 6.5 Width: 5.55 mm Weight: 19.05 grams ROBERTO COIN Unisex designer made hammer finished 18K yellow go...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
7.5 Carat Oval Blue Topaz and Diamond Gold Solitaire Statement Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Oscar Worthy Oval Blue Topaz Solitaire Cocktail Gold Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set Impressive Oval Blue Topaz, weighing approx. 7.5 Carats. Ac...
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Sapphires, Rubies, Diamonds, 14 Karat White and Rose Gold Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Gorgeous ring in 14 kt white gold structure mounted with rubies and sapphires surrounded by diamonds and,between of them, leaves in rose gold. This ring was totally handmade by Itali...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Alex Soldier 18k white gold and white and brown diamond cocktail ring
By Alex Soldier
Located in London, GB
This charming snail ring is by New York based jewellery designer Alex Soldier. The snail with its white gold shell sits poised on one's finger. The shell is adorned with round cut wh...
Brown Diamond, White Gold