Black and White Diamond White 18K Gold Exclusive Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 18K Ring Diamond 86-0,27 ct Jcz/VS2 Diamond 38-0,43 ct Size 7,2 US Weight 6,24 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva ...
Diamond, White Gold
Antique Edwardian Amethyst and Diamond Yellow & White Gold Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Amethyst Ring 18ct Yellow & White Gold Circa 1910 Fabulous Faceted Oval Amethyst & Diamond Ring.
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,129Sale Price / item|20% Off
Delicate White Gold White Diamond Black Enamel Flower Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 1-RND 57-0,04-4/5 Size 16.5 Weight 1.66 gram With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Wide Diamond White Gold Exclusive Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 18K Ring Diamond 130-0,79 ct Jcz/VS2 Size 6 US Weight 9,26 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewellery brand, w...
Diamond, White Gold
Classical Pearl Diamond White Gold Ring For Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 14K Weight 16.45 grams Size 53 Diamond 82-Bril.Cut-0.53 ct G/VS1A Pearl 1-11 ct With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva bas...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
1920s Antique Diamond Yellow Gold and White Gold Set Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive antique diamond twist ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with 14k white gold settings.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond & Blue Sapphire Antique Style 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Such a beautiful Art Deco inspired sapphire and diamond ring. This piece is set with round cut diamonds at the center divided by rectangular French cut blue sapphires. 14K White Gold...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Modern Diamond White Gold Exclusive Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring Diamond 38-0,49 ct Size 6 US Weight 3,11 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewellery brand, which crea...
Diamond, White Gold
Chic Diamond White Gold Exclusive Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 18K Ring Diamond 51-0,2 ct Jcz/VS2 Size 5.8 US Weight 4,41 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewellery brand,...
Diamond, White Gold
Geometric Diamond White Gold Exclusive Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring Diamond 2-0,13 ct Jcz/VS2 Size 6,5 US Weight 3,31 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewellery brand, w...
Diamond, White Gold
Modern Diamond White Gold Exclusive Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring Diamond 2-0,16 ct Diamond 23-0,09ct Icz/SI1 Size 6 US Weight 3,07 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based j...
Diamond, White Gold
Wide Every Day Diamond White Gold Exclusive Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring Diamond 130-0,79-Icz/SI1 Size 6 US Weight 9,26 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewellery brand, whi...
Diamond, White Gold
Antique 1930s 0.57ct Diamond Twist Ring, 18k Yellow & White Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 1930s 0.57 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold, 18 karat white gold set twist style trilogy ring; part of our diverse antique estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Cabochon Moonstone and Diamond White Gold Statement Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Antique Cabochon Moonstone and Diamond White Gold Statement Ring the most exquisite and outstanding moonstone ring, she truly is a statement piece!
Diamond, Moonstone, White Gold
GIA Certified 52.28 Carat Aquamarine and White Diamond White Gold Ring
By Shimon's Creations
Located in New York, NY
1 Aquamarine Gemstone: 51.37 Carats 2 White Round Diamonds: 0.05 Carats 28 White Round Diamonds: 0.86 Carats Metal: 18K White Gold, 17.80 Grams GIA Certificate # 1236411275
Aquamarine, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 18ct White Gold & Platinum, Diamond and Pearl Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond & Pearl Ring 18ct White Gold & Platinum Circa 1910 An exquisite original Edwardian ring, beautifully crafted in 18ct white gold with a platinum setting, sh...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Classic Wide Diamond White Gold Exclusive Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
14K White Gold Diamond Ring Crafted in luminous 14K white gold, this sophisticated ring is set with 99 round brilliant diamonds totaling 0.36 carats, creating a delicate yet captiv...
Diamond, White Gold
$1,916Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Old European Cut Diamond Ring in 14k White Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Antique Old European Cut Diamond Ring in 14k White Gold Crafted in 14k white gold, this antique ring features approximately 1.07 carats total weight of Old European cut diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Sapphire and 1.64 Carat Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 0.63 carat blue sapphire and 1.64 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold cocktail ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,411Sale Price / item|20% Off
Feminine Elegant White Gold Black Diamond Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 14 K (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 36-RND-0,14ct Weight 2.19 grams Size 16.8 With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva ...
Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique French Diamond and White Gold Solitaire Ring, Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique French 0.81 carat diamond solitaire ring in 18 karat white gold; part our antique engagement ring collections.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Ethiopian Opal Emerald Sapphire Antique Style Cocktail 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K White Gold Total weight: 18.64 g.
Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1920s White Gold 1.05tcw Diamond Three-Stone Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
A timeless expression of Art Deco elegance, this Antique 1920s White Gold Diamond Three-Stone Ring showcases classic proportion and exceptional brilliance.
Diamond, White Gold
Moon Stone Tanzanite 18K White Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
RIng 18K White Gold Weight 3.28 grams, Tanzanite -6/0.69 Cts, Moon Stone -1/2.14 Cts, Size-54 With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based...
Tanzanite, White Gold
Antique 1.92 Carat Diamond and White Gold Full Eternity Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 1930's 1.92 carat diamond and 18k white gold full eternity ring; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Reversible Modern Pink Tourmaline White Diamond White 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 18 K (Alsi Available in Topaz) Diamond 15-Round 57-0,12ct-7/7A Tourmaline 4-1,30 ct (1)/1A Weight 5.49 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry tradition...
Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, White Gold
Reversible Modern Blue Topaz White Diamond White 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 18 K (Also Available with Tourmaline Stone) Diamond 15-Round 57-0,12ct-7/7A Topaz 4-1,60 ct (1)/1A Weight 5.36 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry t...
Diamond, White Diamond, Topaz, White Gold, Gold
Modern Sapphire Diamond White Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Diamonds: 70 Round Brilliant-Cut Diamonds — 0.28 ct, Color J–K, 76 Round Brilliant-Cut Diamonds — 0.38 ct, Fancy Black Total Diamond Weight: 0.66 ct SIze US 6,5 Weigth 3,51 gra...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1.37 Carat Diamond and White Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 1.37 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold, platinum set five stone cocktail ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Gold, 15k Gold, White Gold
Antique 3.50 Carat Diamond and White Gold Full Eternity Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning antique eternity ring has been crafted in 18k white gold.
Diamond, White Gold
Antique 1.05 Carat Diamond and 14K White Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive antique 1920s 1.05 carat diamond and 14 karat white gold solitaire engagement ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, White Gold
Antique White Gold Diamond Ring Watch Circa 1890's
Located in Mayfair, London, London
The watch face is encased in an intricately hand-engraved white gold setting, highlighting the attention to detail that defines this piece.
Diamond, White Gold
Delicate Precious Diamond Enamel White Gold Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 14 K Diamond 18-RND-0,08-I/I1A Enamel 189-0,6ct Weight 7.55 grams Size 19.5 With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based je...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Antique 1.28Ct Diamond and 18k White Gold Full Eternity Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive antique diamond eternity ring has been crafted in 18k white gold.
Diamond, White Gold
14k White Gold & Diamond Antique Art Deco Ring - Size 2.75
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This is an Antique 14k White Gold Ring in an Art Deco Style.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique JR Wood White Gold Wedding Ring, Band, Circa 1920
Located in Upland, CA
This classic white gold band features an intricate floral pattern that still looks beautiful despite being worn by its first wearers 100 years ago!
White Gold
Antique 1.36 Carat Diamond and White Gold Engagement Ring, circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.36 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold ring with platinum settings; part of our diverse diamond cocktail ring collections.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 5.10ct Black Onyx & Diamond Cocktail Ring, 14k White Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive antique onyx and diamond ring has been crafted in 14k white gold.
Diamond, Onyx, White Gold
$2,259Sale Price / item|20% Off
Classic and Elegant White Diamond White Gold Bridal Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring Diamond 103- RND 57-0.52-5/5A US Size 6,5 (adjustable) Weight 2,46 gram With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewe...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Every Day Diamond Topaz White Gold Exclusive Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring Diamond 26-0,17 ct Topaz 1-9,06 ct Size 6 US Weight 10,72 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jeweller...
Diamond, Topaz, White Gold
Classic Wide Black White Diamond 18K White Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
RIng 14K White Gold Diamond 86-RD-0,27 ct Diamond 38--0,43 ct SIze US 7,2 Weight 6,24 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Antique and Vintage 3.22ct Diamond and 18k White Gold Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique and vintage 3.22 carat diamond and 18 carat white gold ring; part of our diverse collection of diamond jewellery.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,764Sale Price / item|20% Off
Delicate Classic White Gold White Diamond Engagement Wedding Band Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring Diamond 7-RND 57-0,68-4/6 Size 15,5 Weight 1.77 gram With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewellery brand, which ...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Classic Wide Diamond White Gold Exclusive Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring Diamond 99-0,36 ct Size 7 US Weight 6,65 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewellery brand, which cre...
Diamond, White Gold
Antique Natural Saltwater Pearl and Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive large antique pearl and diamond ring has been crafted in 18k white gold.
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
Antique Victorian 14K White Gold and Silver Cameo Ring MF03-050726
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This antique Victorian cameo ring brings the beauty of the past into the present day.
14k Gold, White Gold, Silver
Antique Classic Yellow & White Gold Hand Etched Pattern Wedding Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow & White Gold Weight: 3.6 Grams Ring Size: 7.5 (Fitted on a finger, item can NOT be sized) Ring Width: 3.6mm (0.14") (approx.)
Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 0.13ct Diamond Cocktail Ring, 18k Yellow & White Gold, 1914
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive antique diamond cocktail ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with an 18k white gold setting.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Old European Brilliant Diamond White Gold Edwardian Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 6 Metal Type: 14K White Gold Weight: 2.25 grams Main Diamonds Details Shape: Old European Brilliant Carat Weight: .55ct (Approximate) Color: G Clarity: VS1 ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1.07 Carat Diamond and White Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique European 1.07 carat diamond and 14 karat white gold solitaire style engagement ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1.05 Carat Diamond and White Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 1900s 1.05 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold solitaire style engagement ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$9,412Sale Price|20% Off
Modern Mother of Pearls White Diamond White Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 14 K (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 36-RND57-0,25-4/4A Diamond 51-RND57-0,55-3/4A Pearls d 10,5-11,0 1-0 ct Size 6 USA Weight 16,29 grams With a heritage o...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
Antique 1.42 Carat Diamond and 18k White Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.42 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold solitaire ring; part of our diverse collection of 1920s diamond rings.
Diamond, White Gold
Artdeco Aquamarine Diamond Ring 18K Gold White For Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Aquamarine Diamond Ring This elegant 18K white gold ring features a captivating natural aquamarine, beautifully complemented by brilliant natural diamonds. The serene blue hue of th...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold 2.78ct Old European Cut Antique Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A true antique piece, this ring offers timeless appeal and a sense of history, making it a meaningful and distinctive engagement ring choice.
Diamond, White Gold
Classic Wide Diamond White Gold Exclusive Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring Diamond 99-0,36 ct Size 7 US Weight 6,65 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewellery brand, which cre...
Diamond, White Gold
Antique 0.70 Carat Diamonds Eternity Band Ring 14k White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Antique 0.70 Carat Diamonds Eternity Ring 14k White Gold.
Diamond, 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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