$2,504Sale Price / item|20% Off
Striking 18k Yellow Gold Three-Stone Ruby and Diamond Accent Cocktail Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This bold and elegant cocktail ring showcases three vibrant oval-cut rubies bezel-set in rich 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2.21tcw 14K Dark Fine Quality Emerald Oval & Diamond Three Stone Unisex Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a classic Top vivid green emerald & diamond three stone men's ring in 14K yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angara Natural Oval Amethyst Three Stone Ring with Diamonds in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Details:Metal and Purity: 14K Solid GoldMain Stone: AmethystMain Stone Color: Dark PurpleMain Stone Shape: OvalMain Stone Creation:NaturalMain Stone Size: 4x3mmMain Stone Car...
Diamond, Amethyst, Gold
$2,992Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Solid Yellow Gold Unisex Blue Sapphire Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Unisex Blue Sapphire Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural blue sapphire of 2.18 carat and diamonds of 0.8 carats.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sophia D Brown Diamond and White Diamond Three-Stone 18K Yellow Gold Ring
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
A contemporary three-stone design featuring a 1.18-carat step-cut natural brown diamond paired with a 0.85-carat oval diamond and a 0.84-carat pear-shaped diamond.
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Yellow Gold
Effy Emerald, Tsavorite & Diamond Three Stone Band Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By Effy
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This elegant ring from EFFY features a vibrant trio of green gemstones arranged in a graceful horizontal composition. An oval emerald anchors the center, flanked on each side by rich...
Diamond, Emerald, Tsavorite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified Diamond and Emerald Three Stone Ring in Gold
Located in London, England
A beautiful emerald and diamond trilogy ring set in 18k yellow and white gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,364Sale Price / item|20% Off
Natural 18k Yellow Gold Emerald Ring, Three Stone Emerald and Diamond Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Emerald Diamond Ring in 18K gold featuring natural emerald of 1.65 carats and diamonds of 0.23 carat. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style. Emerald enhances the intell...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA-Certified Heated Thai Ruby and Diamond Three-Stone Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Expertly crafted in a sophisticated 14K yellow gold setting, the ring's design ensures both timeless elegance and lasting quality. 1 cushion shaped Thailand ruby (heated) weighing a...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Red Spinel and Old Mine Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Three-Stone Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Everything from the hand set prongs to the hand cut gemstones, this piece has a human touch that can be felt while the ring is worn. Item Details: - Type: Three Stone Ring - Meta...
Diamond, Spinel, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angara Natural Oval and Pear-Shaped Diamond Three Stone Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: This 14k yellow gold three stone ring is brilliant, elegant and feminine, all rolled into one.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Rare Natural Oval Cut Burma Ruby & Trillion Cut Diamond Three Stone Ring 18K
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 6 This exquisite ring features a stunning and rare oval cut Burma ruby at its center, set in luxurious 18 karat yellow gold. The vibrant hue of the natural ruby radiates ...
Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$2,844Sale Price / item|20% Off
2.8 Ct Blue Sapphire & Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Three stone blue sapphire and diamond ring in 18K gold which perfectly goes with your personality.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Angara Natural Oval Ruby Three Stone Bypass Ring with Diamonds in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Details:Metal and Purity: 14K Solid GoldMain Stone: RubyMain Stone Color: Medium RedMain Stone Shape: OvalMain Stone Creation:NaturalMain Stone Size: 4x3mmMain Stone Carat We...
Ruby, Diamond, Gold
Oval Tanzanite and Diamond Three-Stone Ring 1.50ct in 14K Two-Tone Gold Size 7
Located in New York, NY
Sleek and vibrant, this three-stone ring features a vivid 1.50-carat oval tanzanite flanked by round diamonds in an elegant two-tone gold setting.
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold
GIA Certified 3 Stone Ring with Fancy Light Yellow Oval Diamond
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 3 Stone Ring with Fancy Light Yellow Oval Diamond Mounted in 18k Yellow Gold & Platinum Center Stone: 4.01ct Natural Fancy Light Yellow VS2 Oval Shape Diamond GIA#2397...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2.11tcw AAA+ Three Stone Dark Oval Emerald & Trillion Cut Diamond Ring 18K
Located in Jupiter, FL
Featured here is a gorgeous AAA dark vivid emerald and diamond three-stone ring. The center stone is a stunning natural emerald-Oval cut.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$656Sale Price / item|20% Off
Minimalist Three Stone Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 14K Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Blue sapphire and diamond three stone ring in 14K gold which perfectly goes with your personality.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique Victorian English 10k Yellow Gold Opal Three Stone Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian English 10K Yellow Gold Opal three Stone Ring. This gorgeous ring is crafted in 10k yellow gold. The ring holds three beautiful opals that have beautiful ...
Opal, Yellow Gold
Victorian Burmese Ruby and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a captivating three-stone ring meticulously crafted from a rich 18ct yellow gold during the Victorian period.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
4.93 Carat Cabochon Cut Ruby & Oval Cut Diamond Three Stone 18K Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Details: Item Type: Three Stone Ring Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Size: 6 (adjustable) Weight: 3.98 grams Setting: Prong Shank: Pinched Stone Details: Gemstone: Ruby Carat: 4.93 CTTW...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.22 Carat Emerald & Diamond 18K Gold Halo Three Stone Band Ring
Located in Miami, FL
18K yellow gold three-stone emerald ring featuring three oval-cut emeralds totaling 1.22 carats surrounded by a complete diamond halo of 0.40 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 3 Stone Ring with 3.33ct Fancy Yellow VVS2 Oval Diamond
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
3 stone ring in Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Center: 3.33ct Natural Fancy Yellow VVS2 Oval Shape Diamond GIA#2446392453 Two side trapezoids shapes diamond: 0.13ct Fancy Intense Yello...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Kurt Wayne 0.79 Carat Emerald & Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Three-Stone Ring
By Kurt Wayne
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Kurt Wayne 0.79 Carat Oval Emerald and Diamond Three-Stone Ring is a timeless blend of elegance and artistry.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$1,089Sale Price|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold Oval Emerald Round Diamond Ring
Located in Houston, TX
This ring is made in 14k yellow gold. It features an oval cut emerald as the middle stone weighing 0.67ct. The ring also features 2 prong set, round cut diamonds weighing 0.42cts. Wi...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
Vintage Yellow Gold Oval Cabochon Opal w/ .14ct Diamond Sides 3 Stones Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (3) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - White Base w/ Amazing Play of Colors - 11.6x7.4mm (approx.) (2) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cu...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,124Sale Price / item|20% Off
Zambian Emerald and Diamond Bezel Set Three-Stone Ring in 18k Yellow Gold 1 CTW
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant three-stone ring features 1 oval cut natural zambian emerald totaling 1 carat, set in rich 18k yellow gold. the emerald measuring approximately 7 x 5 mm and beautifully ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,920Sale Price / item|20% Off
Zambian Emerald and Diamond Bezel Set Three-Stone Ring in 14k Yellow Gold 1 CTW
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant three-stone ring features 1 oval cut natural zambian emerald totaling 1 carat, set in rich 14k yellow gold. the emerald measuring approximately 7 x 5 mm and beautifully ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,872Sale Price / item|20% Off
Art Deco Inspired Emerald Diamond Three-Stone Ring 1.35ct in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This three stone ring showcases 1.35 carat oval-cut emeralds set in 14k yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,140Sale Price|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold Triple Oval Emerald Diamond Ring
Located in Houston, TX
This ring is made in 14k yellow gold featuring 3 oval cut, prong set emeralds weighing 1.70 carats and 6 round cut diamonds weighing 0.16 carat. With a color grade (H) and clarity gr...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
Modern Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow and White Gold Three Stone Ring, 1.93 Carats
Located in London, GB
A modern sapphire and diamond three stone ring, with an oval faceted centre sapphire, weighing approximately 1.93 carats, flanked by round brilliant-cut diamonds, with an estimated t...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Angara Natural GIA Certified Three Stone Oval 2.33ct Rose Quartz Ring 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Details:Metal and Purity: 14K Solid GoldMain Stone: Rose QuartzMain Stone Color: Medium-Dark PinkMain Stone Shape: OvalMain Stone Creation:NaturalMain Stone Size: 10.12x8.07x...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
GIA Certified 2.01ct Yellow Blue Australian Parti Sapphire Gold Three Stone Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Unique GIA Certified Australian Yellow Green Blue Parti Colour Sapphire And Diamond Three Stone 18k Multi Tone Gold Ring. 2.01 Total Carat.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green ...
$1,440Sale Price|20% Off
1.40 Ct Tanzanite Three Stone Wedding Ring 14K Gold Tanzanite Diamond Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
14K Yellow Gold Tanzanite and Diamond Three-Stone Ring – 1.40 Carat Natural Tanzanite, 0.12 Carat H VS Diamonds Celebrate timeless elegance with this exquisite 14K Yellow Gold Three...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold
Peridot and Diamond Vintage Style Three Stones Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
CHARACTERISTICS Status: Made to order Origin: Thailand Metal: Solid 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: US 3-8 Total Gemstones Weight: 0.81 carat.
Peridot, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Vintage GIA Certified 11.65ct Fancy Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in London, England
A breathtaking vintage fancy diamond and diamond three-stone ring set in platinum and 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
8.59 ctw Vintage Style Alexandrite & Diamond Three-Stone Ring 18K White Gold
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A sophisticated expression of contrast and brilliance, this vintage style three-stone ring showcases a captivating oval-cut alexandrite at its center, prized for its remarkable color...
Alexandrite, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14k yellow Gold Contemporary Oval Natural Blue Sapphire & Oval Diamond Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
This 14k yellow gold contemporary ring is lovely, featuring both diamonds and sapphire. The ring showcases a 3 stone ring design with diamonds on the shoulders and a sapphire center ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Peter Suchy 1.66 Carat Diamond Sapphire 14 Karat Yellow Gold Three-Stone Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Three-Stone diamond and sapphire engagement ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified Ruby and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
Certified Ruby & Diamond Three Stone Ring Set in Platinum and 18K Yellow Gold Ruby Weight: 2.51 Cts Diamond Weight: 1.59 Cts Ring Size: 5.75 Re-sizable free of Charge
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Victorian Opal Three-Stone and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a striking Victorian ring crafted from 18ct yellow gold. The design showcases three white opals, one oval shaped and two heart-cuts, each with a captivating blue hue int...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Garnet Fancy Quartz Yellow Gold 18 Karat Three-Stone Statement Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring Yellow Gold 18K (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 10-Round 57-0,1-5/6A Quartz 1-Oval-4,1 3/1A Garnet 2-Oval-1,1 2/3A Quartz 2-Oval-1,1 3/1A Quartz 1-Oval-4,1 3/1A Weigh...
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Quartz, 18k Gold, White Gold
4.28 Carat Green Tsavorite Garnet Diamond Gold Three Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
4.28ct Tsavorite Garnet and diamond engagement ring. AGL certified oval Tsavorite center stone with 2 pear shaped side diamonds in a 14k yellow gold open work setting with and engrav...
Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Victorian Natural Burmese Ruby and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a gorgeous three-stone ring taken from the Victorian period. At the centre of the face we find an oval faceted ruby of Burmese origin. This striking principal stone show...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Amethyst and Citrine Diamond Vintage Style Three Stones Ring in Solid 9K Yellow
Located in Bangkok, TH
This Natural Amethyst and Citrine Diamond Vintage Style Three Stones Ring features a stunning amethyst at the center, flanked by vibrant citrines on each side.
Diamond, Amethyst, Citrine, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 18KT Gold Ceylon Sapphire & Rose Cut Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in Braintree, GB
A classic Victorian three-stone ring crafted in solid 18KT yellow gold, centred with a natural unheated Ceylon sapphire of rich blue colour.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
$636Sale Price|20% Off
10K Yellow Gold Blue Topaz Three-Stone Past Present Future Ring
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Being offered for sale is a 10K Yellow Gold Blue Topaz 3 stone past present future ring with diamonds. Beautiful 3 stone design. Would make a beautiful right hand ring or anniversar...
Topaz, Blue Topaz, 10k Gold
2.64 Carats Red Ruby and Diamonds - Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
The stones are set in yellow gold and embraced by a dazzling white diamond surround, which extends down the ring’s platinum band.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
14k Gold Natural Ceylon Blue Sapphire & Diamond Three Stone Trilogy Ring
Located in SYDNEY, AU
This striking ring is crafted in 14ct yellow gold with a white gold setting, showcasing a stunning natural Ceylon sapphire in vivid royal blue hue that glows beautifully under the li...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
Ruby and Diamond 3 Stone Ring in Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
Handcrafted ring in 18k yellow gold with a vibrant 2.50 carat pinkish ruby between two glittering diamonds. This ring has an open basket setting which lets the light come through fro...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,188Sale Price / item|20% Off
Pear Oval Natural SI/H Diamond 18k White Gold Three Stone Ring All Tariffs Paid
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Pear Oval Natural SI/H Diamond 18k White Gold Three Stone Ring All Tariffs Paid This elegant ring features a modern three-stone design.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K Gold Natural Blue Sapphire and Diamond Vintage Style Three Stones Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
A stunning three-stone ring showcases three oval natural blue sapphires set side by side, radiating deep, vibrant color.
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 0.85ct Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1970s
Located in London, GB
A vivid oval ruby is flanked by round brilliant diamonds in this three stone ring from the 1970s.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angara Natural GIA Certified Oval 2.17 ct Emerald Three Stone Ring in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Details:Metal and Purity: 14K Solid GoldMain Stone: EmeraldMain Stone Color: Rich Medium GreenMain Stone Shape: OvalMain Stone Creation:NaturalMain Stone Size: 9x7.5mmMain St...
Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Vintage 1.30ct Sapphire and Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
Each gem is claw set into platinum with a contrasting band of 18 carat yellow gold completing the piece. Gemstone: Sapphire Stone Shape: Oval Cut Carat Weight: 1.30 Metal: 18ct Yell...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$11,025Sale Price / item|20% Off
5.78 TCW Ruby Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
5.78 TCW Ruby Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring 18k White Gold features oval cut ruby in center with two tapered diamonds each set beside it making a three stone style ring.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$8,820Sale Price / item|20% Off
5.78 TCW Ruby Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring 14k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
5.78 TCW Ruby Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring 14k White Gold features oval cut ruby in center with two tapered diamonds each set beside it making a three stone style ring.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
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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