Vintage 18k Yellow Gold 0.95ctw Round Ruby & Baguette Diamond High Profile Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Vivid Red Color - 4.6mm - 0.45ct (approx.) (16) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Tapered Baguette Cut - Channel Se...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k White Gold .25ctw Pave Diamond Low Profile Polished Edges Eternity Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 0.25ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 18k White Gold Weight: 3.26 Gram...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rectangular Cut Citrine High Profile Cocktail Ring with Diamonds 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The citrine, set in a high profile setting, catches the light beautifully, drawing every eye to its warm, golden glow.
Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Gold GIA 1.2ct Alternating Brazil Alexandrite Diamond Low Profile Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (4) Natural Genuine Alexandrite Chrysoberyl - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Bluish- Green Changing to Grayish Purple Color - Brazil - 0.76ct (exact ) ** See Certifi...
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Classy 18k Yellow Gold 1.01ctw Fiery Diamond Cluster Low Profile Wide Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (22) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Very Brilliant & Fiery - Prong Set - Nice Brilliant White Color - 1.01ctw (exact) Total Carat Weight: 1.01 (exact)...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
High Profile Pavé Diamond Clustered Dome Cocktail Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Crafted with precision and elegance, this sleek ring showcases a high-profile design that draws attention to the finger, creating an effortlessly chic and captivating look.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k White Gold 0.18ctw Pave Diamond Open Work Flared High Profile Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (10) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - G/H Color - VS1/VS2 Clarity Total Carat Weight: 0.18 (approx.) Material: Solid 14K White Gold Weight: ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold 1.35ctw Round Vivid Red Ruby Low Profile Eternity Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – Numerous Natural Genuine Ruby - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Vivid Red Color - 1.35ctw (exact) Material: Solid 18k White Gold w/ Black Rhodium Top Total Weight: 1....
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Platinum GIA 2.57ctw No Heat Burma Sapphire Diamond Low Profile Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Oval Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Very Nice Blue Color - Burma - No Heat - 1.25ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
New Platinum 1.24ctw Round Diamond Low Profile Classic 5 Stone Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (5) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Shared Prong Set - VS1/VS2 Clarity - H Color - 1.24ctw (exact) Total Carat Weight: 1.24 (exact) Material: Solid .9...
Diamond, Platinum
18kt Gold Greek Massalia Female Profile Silver Coin Earrings Circa 350-220 BC
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: 350-220 BC circa Size: 22 x 12 mm Weight: 8,53 gr The earrings are characterized by the presence of two Greek coins, dating between 350 and 220 BC, depicting two female face...
Gold, Silver
Platinum 0.74ctw Old Cut Diamond Low Profile Cluster Floral Snow Flake Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (19) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Round Cut - Prong Set - G-I Color - VS2-SI2 Clarity - 0.75ctw (approx.) Total Carat Weight: 0.75 (approx.) Material: Solid .850+ Pl...
Diamond, Platinum
Huge 32.31 Carat Emerald Cut Citrine High Profile Cocktail Ring with Diamonds
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 6.25 Stunningly beautiful citrine and diamond cocktail ring. This contemporary, eye-catching piece makes a big statement with its impressive size and bold color. The incr...
Citrine, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Platinum 1.65ctw E Flawless GIA Round Diamond Low Profile Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a gorgeous diamond engagement ring that is newly crafted from solid platinum. The ring features a stunning super high quality GIA certified, round brilliant cut diamond ...
Diamond, Platinum
Carved 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ram Motif High Profile Cocktail Ring with Diamonds
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This bold and distinctive ring features a ram’s head design, richly crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. The brilliant round-cut diamonds add a radiant sparkle to the intricate sculptura...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
New Platinum 1.12ctw Round Shared Prong Diamond Low Profile Wedding Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This classic and stunning diamond band ring is newly crafted from solid platinum and features 7 round brilliant cut diamonds neatly shared-prong set across its top. The diamonds weig...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Smoky Quartz High Profile Open Wire Work Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Quartz - Oval Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Smoky Brown Color - 19.87 x 15.24mm (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 4 Grams Ring Size: 7.0 ...
Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Solid 14k White Gold Natural Cut Tanzanite Petite Low Profile Solitaire Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Tanzanite - Natural Ovalish Faceted Cut - Bezel Set - Rich Blue Color - 15.3x7.9mm (approx.) Material: Solid 14K White Gold Weight: 2.47 Grams Ring...
Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Estate Mavito 18k Yellow Gold Citrine & Mosaic Brown Enamel High Profile Ring
By Mavito
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Citrine - Oval Cabochon - Bezel Set - Golden Yellow Color - 10.16 x 7.96 (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold - Coffee Brown Enamel Weight: 11.0...
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
35.70 Carat Round Cut Heliodor High Profile Cocktail Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 5.75 Make a bold statement with our stunning 35.70 carat round cut heliodor high profile cocktail ring, meticulously crafted in 18 karat yellow gold.
Yellow Beryl, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Platinum & 14K Rose Gold 2.27ct GIA Orange Sapphire & Diamond Low Profile Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Elongated Octagonal Step Cut - Claw Prong Set - Orange Color - No Heat - 1.44ct (exact - certified) **See Certification Details Below** (...
Diamond, Sapphire, Rose Gold, Platinum
18K Gold Carved Rose Quartz 1.52ctw Sapphire & Diamond Flower High Profile Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Quartz - Carved - Warm Pink Color - 17.5mm (approx.) (32) Natural Genuine Sapphires - Round Cut - Prong & Pave Set - Rich Blue Color - 1.12ctw (appr...
Diamond, Quartz, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Round Diamond and Ruby Cluster High Profile Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 6 This bold and brilliant cluster ring features a dramatic arrangement of vivid red rubies and sparkling white diamonds, blooming outward in an eye-catching floral-inspir...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White 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
Vintage 14k White Gold GIA "A" Burma Jade Bezel Solitaire Low Profile Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Jade - 100% Natural A Jade - Oval Cabochon Cut - Bezel Set - Apple Green - Burma ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ** Material: ...
Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
High Profile Pearl Cocktail Ring with Pavé Diamond Accents 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 7 This high-set ring showcases a large white pearl that sits prominently above the band, drawing focus with its smooth surface and luminous sheen. The pearl is surrounded...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Platinum 1.0ctw Carre Step Cut Diamond High Profile Band Ring Size 5
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (8) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Carre Rectangular Step Cut - Prong Set - F-G Color - VS1-VS2 Clarity - 1.0ctw (approx.) Material: Solid .900 Platinum Total Weight: 4.6...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum GIA Round Ball Burma A Jade w/ Diamond High Profile Statement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Jade - 100% Natural A Jade - Round Double Cabochon Cut - Bead Ball - Prong Set - Nice Green Color - Burma - 9.85 - 9.93 x 10.01 mm (exact) ** See Ce...
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
12.79 Carat Cushion Cut Amethyst High Profile Cocktail Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 5.75 This captivating high profile ring radiates regal allure, featuring a substantial cushion-cut amethyst, boasting a remarkable weight of 12.79 carats.
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
77.08 Carat Oval Citrine High Profile Cocktail Ring with Scroll Band 14K Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 5.5 This massive high profile citrine ring is a true statement of opulence and bold elegance.
Citrine, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carved Amethyst Profile Ring with Diamonds in 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Platinum
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This captivating piece would surely make an excellent addition to any jewelry lover's collection. This ring is in good estate condition and has been professionally cleaned and poli...
Diamond, Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18k Yellow Gold 0.50ctw Bezel Round Diamond Low Profile 7 Stone Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (7) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - G/H Color - VS1/VS2 clarity - 0.50ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 3.40 Gra...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
High Profile Tahitian Pearl Cocktail Ring with Pavé Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 7 This ring centers on a bold, luminous Tahitian pearl with rich, grey-lavender overtones. Its smooth surface and substantial presence are complemented by a sculpted sett...
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Carrera y Carrera Venus Profile Wide Band Ring with Diamonds 18 Karat Gold
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 4.5 Intricately designed 18 karat yellow gold band ring by Carrera y Carrera. The detailed piece features a raised profile of a woman (Venus) with flowing hair accented w...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
.10 Carat Natural Diamonds Semi Hoop Clip Earrings 14 Karat Gold Heart Profiles
Located in New York, NY
Semi Hoop, Omega Clip closure & Hearts Profile .10ct. Natural diamonds Rounds, Full cut brilliants. I-color Si-1 clarity Excellent detail. 14kt. yellow / white gold 5.2 grams...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
11.8 Carat Solitaire Citrine High Profile Cocktail Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 6 Exuding warmth and radiance, this statement ring is a stunning showcase of elegance and sophistication. Set in 14 karat yellow gold, the centerpiece of this ring is a b...
Citrine, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k White Gold 3.50ctw Micro Pave Diamond Low Profile Curb Cuban Link Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1406) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Micro Pave Set -VS2-I2 Clarity - G/H Color Total Carat Weight: 3.50 (approx.) Material: Solid 14K White Gold We...
Diamond, White Gold
Carrera y Carrera 18 Karat Yellow Gold Women's Profile, 0.32 Carat Diamond Ring
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in New York, NY
Carrera Y Carrera has built its its famous name on figurative designs, an obsession with surface finishes, and a compelling way of seeing beauty in art and nature. This 18 karat yell...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Galatea Diamond and Hand Carved Cultured Pearl High Profile Flower Ring 14K Gold
By Galatea
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 8 This enchanting ring by Galatea is a captivating blend of elegance and nature-inspired beauty. At its heart lies a lustrous Chinese freshwater pearl intricately carved ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Blue Polygon Lapis Lazuli and Diamond High Profile Cocktail Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring comfortably fits on a size 5.5 but has sizing beads for adjustment. This incredible lapis lazuli and 18 karat yellow gold ring is a captivating statement piece fit for any spec...
Diamond, White Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum 1.90ct GIA Oval No Heat Burma Blue Sapphire Diamond Low Profile Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This chic and well made sapphire and diamond engagement ring is newly crafted in solid platinum. It features a vivid oval blue sapphire that is elegantly claw-prong set at the center...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Pearl and Double Diamond Halo High Profile Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 6.5 This exquisite ring showcases a luminous cultured pearl, exuding timeless elegance and sophistication. The large pearl sits gracefully at the center, embraced by a da...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
A Cameo on Agate depicting the profile of Omphale signed Filippo Rega 1761-1833
Located in Firenze, IT
The cameo, made of agate, represents Omphale, a character from Greek mythology who, according to some sources, was queen of Lydia after the death of her husband. Omphale is depicted ...
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,584Sale Price|20% Off
Carrera Y Carrera 18KT YG Woman in Profile Earrings with .33CT Diamonds
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in New York, NY
Carrera Y Carrera has built its famous name on figurative designs, an obsession with surface finishes, and a compelling way of seeing beauty in art and nature. These 18 karat yellow ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k White Gold 1.24ctw Round Ideal Low Profile Diamond 5 Stone Stack Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This magnificent diamond band ring was newly crafted from solid 18k white gold and features 5 round brilliant IDEAL cut diamonds neatly shared-prong set across its top. Each diamond ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Yellow Gold 1.22ct Round Ideal Low Profile Diamond 5 Stone Stack Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This magnificent diamond band ring was newly crafted from solid 18k yellow gold and features 5 round brilliant IDEAL cut diamonds neatly shared-prong set across its top. Each diamond...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Gold Toned Lady Profile Clip-On Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage raised gold toned lady profile coin clip-on earrings set in a torsade patterned rim. Embossed YSL Made in France. Indicative measurements : diameter appr...
Gilt Metal
New Platinum 3.90ctw Gia No Heat Pink Sapphire W/ Diamond Halo Low Profile Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Octagonal Cut - Prong Set - Purplish-Pink Color - NO HEAT - 3.0ct (exact - certified) **See Certification Details Below** (44) Natural Ge...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
New 18k Yellow Gold GIA 2.50ctw Round D VS2 Diamond 5Stone Low Profile Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (5) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Shared Prong Set- D Color - VS2 Clarity - 2.50ct (exact - certified) ** See Certification Pictures for Complete Inf...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Yellow Gold .32ctw Old Cut Diamond 3 Stone High Profile Stack Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (3) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old European & Old Mine Cut - Prong Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 0.32ctw (approx.) Total Carat Weight: 0.75 (approx.) Mater...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Set of 3 14k Tri Color Gold 1.08ctw Bezel Diamond Low Profile Stack Bands Rings
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (3) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - G/H Color - SI1 Clarity - 0.80ctw (approx.) (7) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Platinum GIA 1.26ctw Gray Opal w/ Diamond Sides Low Profile Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut -Bezel Set - Gray Color w/ Nice Play of Colors - 100% Natural - 8.30 x 6.65 x 2.88 mm / 1.05ct (exact - stamped) **See Cert...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Platinum 0.92ct Square Cut Ruby Baguette Diamond Sides High Profile 3 Stone Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Square Step Cut - Prong Set - Deep Red Color - 0.61ct (exact) (2) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Baguette Cut - Prong Set - G Color - VS2 Clarity...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Cameo 19th century profile of a woman in gold frame
Located in NANTES, FR
19th century cameo, profile of a woman, gold frame This cameo was finely executed, with great precision, it is beautifully made. It has a gold setting with an eagle's head hallmark...
Agate, Gold
Late 19th Century Glass Cameo Brooch – Woman’s Profile on Purple Background
Located in NANTES, FR
**Late 19th Century Glass Cameo Brooch – Woman’s Profile on Purple Background – M3996** This **glass brooch** features a **purple background with a cameo in relief** depicting a **w...
Glass
$2,705
Profile Portrait of a Woman in Kenya Wearing Tribal Jewelry, Iconic, Vertical
By Drew Doggett
Located in US
"Trimmed in Grace" A young Rendille woman wears the traditional adornments of her culture with honor and pride in this iconic, award-winning portrait. The print series Desert Son...
Archival Pigment
$4,315
Profile Portrait of a Woman in Kenya Wearing Tribal Jewelry, Iconic, Vertical
By Drew Doggett
Located in US
"Trimmed in Grace" A young Rendille woman wears the traditional adornments of her culture with honor and pride in this iconic, award-winning portrait. The print series Desert Son...
Archival Pigment
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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