0.07 Carat Diamond Star Cluster Yellow Gold Fashion Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
This ring contains 0.07 Carats of Single Cut Round White Diamonds set in 14K Yellow Gold, in the shape of a bright yellow star.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$717Sale Price|40% Off
Emerald Diamond Ring 10kt Yellow Gold Five Stone Size 6 New
Located in West Hempstead, NY
Presented in new condition. 10kt yellow gold Five 4x3mm oval cut green emeralds 0.10ctw natural IJ SI I round single cut diamonds Multi stone design Ring size 6 2.2 grams New conditi...
Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
1.50 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 6 Metal Type: 18K & 14K Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3 grams Center Diamond Details: Weight: 1.50 carat Cut: Old European Brilliant Color: Very Light Yellow, U-...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Sapphire Diamond Band - 14k Square .75ctw Stackable Ring Size 6
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Sapphires Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .42ctw Cut: Square Color: Blue Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .33ctw Cut: Prin...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.50 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
18 yellow gold ring featuring a GIA graded 1.50ct D color I1 clarity round brilliant cut diamond flanked by two trilliant cut diamonds and 12 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing .3...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Yellow Pear Diamond 1.48 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Yellow and White Gold setting with a natural pear cut yellow diamonds. The yellow diamonds are surrounded by round n...
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0.05 Carat Diamond Star Cluster Yellow Gold Fashion Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Total Diamond Weight = 0.05 Carats. Ring Size is 6 1/2.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
.70 Carat Marquise Diamond 18k White Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
This elegant ring features .70 carats of marquise cut diamonds set in a sophisticated combination of 18k white and yellow gold.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold 4.50ctw Emerald Cut Fancy Yellow Diamond Eternity Band Ring sz 6
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (27) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Emerald Cut - Prong Set - Fancy Light Yellow Diamond - VS1/VS2 Clarity Total Carat Weight: 4.50 (approx.) Material: Solid 18K Yellow Go...
Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.05 Carat Diamond Moon Cluster Yellow Gold Fashion Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
This ring contains 0.05 Carats of Single Cut Round White Diamonds set in 14K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.04 Carat Diamond Star Cluster Yellow Gold Fashion Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
This ring contains 0.04 Carats of Single Cut Round White Diamonds set in 14K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Yellow Cushion Diamond 1.00 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's classic diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Yellow and White Gold setting with a natural cushion cut yellow diamond. The yellow diamond is surrounded by round nat...
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1.63 Carat Sapphire and 1.67 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 1.63 carat sapphire and 1.67 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow and white gold cluster ring; part of our diverse vintage jewelry collections.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$928Sale Price / item|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold Olive Milgrain Curve Diamond Ring '1/6 Ct. Tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This ring features 26 round brilliant diamonds pave set on a curve band with a delicate milgrain touch on the border. Experience the difference! Product details: Center Gemstone C...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$982Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Yellow Gold Olive Milgrain Curve Diamond Ring '1/6 Ct. Tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This ring features 26 round brilliant diamonds pave set on a curve band with a delicate milgrain touch on the border. Experience the difference! Product details: Center Gemstone C...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified .58 Carat Yellow Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Original natural yellow and white diamond engagement ring. Old mine cut center stone with six single cut accent diamonds in a platinum setting. GIA certified. 1 old mine cut fancy ...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
Natural Yellow Round Diamond 0.90 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond cocktail ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Yellow and White Gold setting with natural round cut yellow diamonds complimented by natural round white di...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
Natural Yellow Round Diamond 0.90 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond cocktail ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Yellow and White Gold setting with natural round cut yellow diamonds complimented by natural round white di...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
Victorian 2.35 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian 2.35 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold cocktail ring; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
15.04 Carat Cushion Cut Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with a GIA certified Cushion cut Diamond, Fancy Intense Yellow color, VVS2 clarity, GIA #1216742124. The ring features 2 Shield cut side Diamonds. Size 6 1...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
18K Yellow Gold Five Row Pave Diamond 6 Carat Engagement Band
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Designs Collection Metal- 18K Yellow Gold, .750. Stones- 150 Round Diamonds F-G Color VS1-VS2 Clarity, 6.02 Carats.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.09 Carat Round Black Onyx & Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
This ring features a 1.09 Carat Black Onyx, with a Diamond Halo comprised of 0.06 Carats of Single Cut Round White Diamonds.
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Yellow Pear and White Diamond 1.10 Carat TW Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Yellow Gold setting with a natural pear-cut yellow diamond and natural pear-cut white diamond. The diamonds are surr...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.58 Carat Blue Topaz Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Topaz and diamond right. Bright blue emerald cut 2.50 carat topaz center stone set in a 14k yellow gold setting accented with tapered baguette diamonds. 1 rectangular blue topaz, VS...
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.02 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive 1.02 carat modern brilliant round cut diamond, 18k yellow gold, platinum set, solitaire ring; part of our diverse diamond jewelry range.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
9.03 Carat Turquoise Black Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
9.03 Carat Turquoise Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring This ring has a 6.91 Carat Oval Cut Turquoise and is surrounded by 16 Round Cut Black Diamonds that weigh 1.67 Carats and 6 T...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
.55 Carat Diamond Yellow White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
14k two tone gold Diamond engagement ring. Center Diamond set in 14k white gold square shaped setting with single cut Diamonds accenting each side in 14k white gold on top of a 14k y...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Yellow Cushion Diamond 2.43 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful GIA certified diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Yellow and White setting with two natural cushion cut yellow diamonds. The yellow diamonds are surroun...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
Natural Yellow Pear Diamond 1.21 Carat Tw Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful GIA certified diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Yellow and White setting with two natural pear cut yellow diamonds. The yellow diamonds are surrounded...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
Natural Yellow Cushion Diamond 2.48 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Yellow and White Gold setting with a natural cushion cut yellow diamond. The yellow diamond is surrounded by natural...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
Natural Yellow Cushion Diamond 1.13 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Yellow/White Gold setting with a natural cushion cut yellow diamond. The yellow diamond is surrounded by natural bag...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
Natural Yellow Pear Diamond 0.79 Carat Tw Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Yellow and White setting with a natural pear cut yellow diamond surrounded by round natural white diamond melee and ...
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13.02 Carat Square Radiant Cut Fancy Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum and 18k yellow gold with a GIA certified Square Radiant cut Diamond weighing 13.02 carats, Fancy Yellow color, VVS2 clarity, GIA #2231057232 The ring featu...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
$11,700Sale Price|35% Off
Ralph Masri 1.17 Carat Diamond Yellow Sapphire Ring
By Ralph Masri
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
A modern & edgy kite-shaped one-of-a-kind 1.17ct diamond ring by Ralph Masri set on a yellow sapphire pavé (2.50ct) 18kt yellow gold ring shank. A true stunner as a cocktail ring...
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Yellow Oval Diamond 1.45 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Yellow Gold setting with natural oval cut yellow diamonds. This ring is guaranteed to impress and enhance your perso...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.76 Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Crafted from Platinum the magnificent engagement ring comes enriched with 1.76 carats Cut-Cornered Square Fancy Yellow Diamond Clarity VS2 GIA #1166372500 and Pave Diamonds 0.40 cara...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Wedding Band Ring Size 6 #14966
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Wedding Band Ring Size 6- This sparkling band features nine round brilliant cut diamonds* set in classic 18K gold. Width: 3 mm. *Chip noted to ...
White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.33 Carat Round Cut Cluster 18 Karat White Gold Halo Engagement Diamond Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Ring size UK - M, US - 6 1/2. Available in other carat sizes as well as ring sizes.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Yellow Cushion Diamond 1.22 Carat TW Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful Platinum setting with a natural cushion cut yellow diamond. The yellow diamond is surrounded by round natural yellow dia...
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0.98ctw Diamond Wedding Band 18k Yellow Gold Size 6 Anniversary Ring
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Diamonds - Total Carats - 0.98ctw Cut - Round Brilliant Color - E - G Clarity - VS2 - SI1 Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 5.3 Grams Stamps: 18k Face...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Yellow Round Diamond 0.84 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond cocktail ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Yellow and White Gold setting with natural round cut yellow diamonds complimented by natural round white di...
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Natural Yellow Round Diamond 1.14 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond cocktail ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Yellow and White Gold setting with natural round cut yellow diamonds. This ring is guaranteed to impress an...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
Yellow Gold Diamond Wedding Band - 14k Round .40ctw Angled Milgrain Ring Sz 6
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .40ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G Clarity: VS2 - SI1 Total Carats: .40ctw Style: Wedding B...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Yellow Marquise Diamond 1.70 Carat TW Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful GIA certified diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum setting with a natural marquise cut yellow diamond surrounded by two natural ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
Natural Yellow Cushion Diamond 1.49 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful Platinum setting with a natural cushion cut yellow diamond. The yellow diamond is surrounded by round natural white diam...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
Natural Yellow Pear Diamond 2.15 Carat Tw Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful GIA certified diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Yellow and White setting with two natural pear cut yellow diamonds. The yellow diamonds are surrounded...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
Natural Yellow Cushion Diamond 1.79 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Yellow and White Gold setting with a natural cushion cut yellow diamond. The yellow diamond is surrounded by round n...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
GIA Certified 1.26 Carat Yellow Diamond Platinum Gold Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Carefully crafted three-stone diamond engagement ring with a 1.26 carat GIA certified gorgeous fancy light yellow radiant cut diamond center stone, flanked by two white pear shaped d...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum, Gold, Yell...
1.22 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.22 carat natural Colombian emerald and 0.26 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow gold cocktail ring; part of our antique jewelry/estate jewelry co...
Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
23.50 Carat Oval Amethyst Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
This 23.50ct oval Amethyst and Diamond yellow gold cocktail ring is a masterpiece of elegance. This magnificent Amethyst is a deep, rich purple, mounted in a 18k yellow gold setting....
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
AGL Certified 6 Carat Emerald Ring Made-to-Order
Located in Chicago, IL
Discover this exquisite 5.79 carat pear-cut emerald, a stunning centerpiece for a bespoke ring. Accompanied by an AGL certificate and featuring minor enhancement, this gem radiates a...
Emerald, Yellow Gold
Natural Yellow Round Diamond 0.60 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond cocktail ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Yellow and White Gold setting with natural round cut yellow diamonds complimented by natural round white di...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
Natural Yellow Cushion Diamond 0.75 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Yellow and White Gold setting with a natural cushion cut yellow diamond. The yellow diamond is surrounded by natural...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
Natural Yellow Radiant Diamond 0.58 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Yellow and White Gold setting with a natural radiant cut yellow diamond. The yellow diamond is surrounded by round n...
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Antique and Contemporary 1.54 Carat Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.54 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold, platinum set solitaire ring; part of our diverse jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
AGL Certified 6 Carat Emerald Ring Made-to-Order
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite 6.33-carat AGL-certified emerald ring is a bespoke, made-to-order creation designed to showcase an exceptional loose gemstone. The emerald boasts a magnificent saturat...
Emerald, Yellow Gold
Natural Yellow Cushion Diamond 1.14 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Yellow and White Gold setting with a natural cushion cut yellow diamond. The yellow diamond is surrounded by round n...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
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