18K White Gold Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring 6.37 CTW W/GIA Certificate
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This sophisticated and brathtaking ring is sure to sparkle from miles away. Diamonds Mounting Round Brilliant Center = 5.01 Carats w/GIA Rounds= 1.36 Carats Color I Clari...
Diamond, Platinum, White Gold
Solid White Gold 5.75ctw Oval Multi Color Sapphire w/ Diamond Wide Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (12) Natural Genuine Multi Colors Sapphire - Oval Cut - Prong Set - Green, Pink, Orange, Blue & Yellow Color - 5.48ct (exact) (13) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold
Diamond Fashion Ring 18K White Gold 2.40 CT T.W. Baguette and Round Diamonds
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Manufacturer: Custom made by A Step Back in Time Composition: Diamonds & 18K White Gold Diamonds: Baguette Cut 1.60 CT T.W.
Diamond, White Gold
Antique Art Deco White Gold Old Diamond w/ Trillion French Cut Sapphire Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - Pave Set - Faint Yellow Diamond - VS2 Clarity - 0.38ct (approx.) (4) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Single Cut - Pave Se...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, White Gold
Elegant 18K White Gold Halo Natural Diamond Ring w/ 1.22ct - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Introducing our breathtaking 1.22ct Double Halo Cushion Diamond Ring, a true masterpiece of elegance and sophistication. Crafted with utmost precision and adorned with exquisite dia...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k White Gold 8.65ctw Large Oval Amethyst w/ Fiery Diamond Spray Design Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
-- Stone(s) -- (1) Natural Genuine Amethyst - Large Oval Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Medium to Dark Purple Color - 16.16x12.12mm - 6.50ct (approx.) (24) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Ro...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold 0.65ctw Diamond Wide Open Work w/ Miligrain Etching Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (43) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - F/G Color - VS1-SI1 Clarity - 0.65ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 18k White Gold Weight: 4.15 Grams Ring Si...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ravishing 18k White Gold Oval Ring w/ 1.90ct Natural Diamonds IGI Certificate
Located in רמת גן, IL
A unique vintage style ring setting with a dazzling 1.1-carat oval brilliant natural diamond. It has 0.8 carats of side diamonds which add more to its elegance. The jewelry is made o...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k White Gold 1.33ctw FINE Pear Sapphire Solitaire Ring w/ Round Diamond Halo
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Pear Cut - Prong Set - Super Fine Royal Blue Color - 0.93ct (approx.) (23) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pavé Set - F/...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Dazzling 18k White Gold Solitaire Ring w/ 1ct Natural Diamonds GIA Certificate
Located in רמת גן, IL
A beautiful classic solitaire ring with a dazzling 1 carat Round Brilliant natural diamond in EVVS2 quality and ideal cut what's means extremely bright and sparkles Natural Diamond. ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold 3.6ctw GIA Elongated Cushion Emerald w/ Double Halo Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Emerald - Elongated Cushion Cut - Well cut and Great Shape - Prong Set - Very Clean Mint Green Color - Clarity Enhanced F2- 3.10ct (exact) ** See C...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k White Gold Oval Cabochon Bezel Sapphire w/ 0.30ctw Diamond Sides Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Oval Cabochon Cut -Bezel Set - Deep Blue Color - 5.6x3.7mm (approx.) (6) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - H C...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold 14.6mm Large South Sea Pearl w/ 3.60ctw Pave Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (1) Genuine Cultured South Sea Pearl - Large Round Shape - Very Nice White Color w/ pink overtone - 14.6mm (approx.) Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant ...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Luxle 3/8 Carat T.W. Diamond Cluster Ring in 14k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
An elegant look is effortless whenever you pair this Luxle diamond cluster ring with your favorite outfits. This ring is made of 14K white gold and has a diamond cluster of 0.39 cara...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Lustrous 18k White Gold Natural Diamond Pave Ring w/1.00 ct - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Lustrous 18k White Gold Natural Diamond Pave Ring w/1.00 ct - IGI Certified This captivating ring exudes brilliance and sophistication.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Classic 14k White Gold 1.58ctw Oval Violet Blue Tanzanite w/ Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Tanzanite - Oval Cut - Prong Set - Violet Blue Color - 8x5.3mm - 1.31ct (approx.) (20) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut -Pave Set - G/...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Exquisite 18k White Gold Natural Diamond Pave Ring w/1.26 ct - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Exquisite 18k White Gold Natural Diamond Pave Ring w/1.26 ct - GIA Certified Embrace the endless sparkle of this exquisite pave diamond ring, meticulously crafted in gleaming 18k wh...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Classic 18k White Gold Natural Diamond Solitaire Ring w/0.93 ct - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Classic 18k White Gold Natural Diamond Solitaire Ring w/0.93 ct - GIA Certified Featuring this mesmerizing diamond solitaire ring that embodies timeless beauty and classic design.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold GIA 2.14ctw Bezel Blue Green Tourmaline w/ Diamond Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Tourmaline - Oval Cut - Bezel Set - Wonderful Blue Green Color - 2.04 (approx.) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ** (2) Natural ...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold 1.27ctw GIA Cushion Cut Diamond Solitaire w/ Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This classically refined diamond engagement ring is crafted in solid 18k white gold and features a fine quality, GIA certified, cushion cut diamond that weighs 1.01 carat with near c...
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage 1.00 Carat Center Marquise Diamond Ring W/Guard Platinum 14k White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 1.00 Carat Center Marquise Diamond Ring W/Guard Platinum 14k White Gold. The center diamond is a Marquise cut and is H/SI and is the ring is made of platinum 900.
Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
White Gold GIA 3.24ctw No Heat Cushion Red Spinel w/ Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Spinel - Cushion Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Red Color - NO HEAT - 2.69ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ** (32) Natur...
Diamond, Spinel, Gold, White Gold
Elegant 18k White Gold Jade & Diamond Halo Ring w/5.45 ct - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Elegant 18k White Gold Jade & Diamond Halo Ring w/5.45 ct - IGI Certified Discover the epitome of sophistication with this exquisite 18k white gold halo ring, showcasing a stunning ...
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold
Classic 14k White Gold Oval Checkerboard London Blue Topaz w/ Diamond Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (1) Natural Genuine Topaz - Oval Checkerboard Cut - Prong Set - London Blue Color - 11x9.3mm (approx.) (4) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - N...
Diamond, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold Oval Rose De France Amethyst Solitaire w/ 3ctw Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Total Carat Weight: 3.0 approx. Material: Solid 18k White Gold Weight: 11.96 Grams Ring Size: 6.5 (Fitted on a finger.
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold 4.15ct GIA Elongated Oval Sapphire W/ Diamond Infinity Swirl Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a truly breathtaking cocktail ring that was crafted from solid 18k white gold featuring a GIA certified, natural sapphire stone neatly prong set at the center of a fiery...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
New 14k White Gold 1.59ctw GIA Round Diamond w/ Halo Classic Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - 1.11ct (exact - certified) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ** (34) Natural Genuine ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Luxurious 18k White Gold 7 Stone Ring w/ 2.57ct Natural Diamonds AIG Certificate
Located in רמת גן, IL
An elegant 7 stones ring with a dazzling 1.01 carat cushion natural center diamond. It has 1.56 carat of side diamonds which add more to its elegance. The jewelry is made of 18K Whit...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 10k White Gold Rectangular Black Onyx w/ Diamond Open Work Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This outstanding vintage ring was crafted in solid 10k white gold and features a large, polished, rectangular cut black onyx stone adorned with 3 old cut diamonds neatly and individu...
Diamond, Onyx, 10k Gold, White Gold
1.25cts Blue Zircon Ring W Natural Diamond Accents : 14k Solid White Gold 5mm
Located in Columbus, OH
A gorgeous 14K gold ring showcasing a radiant heated Cambodian blue zircon (~1.25 carats, round, 5 mm) at its center. The vivid blue zircon is beautifully complemented by 34 sparklin...
Diamond, Blue Zircon, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco White Gold 0.65ct Diamond w/ Sapphire Engraved Wheat Work Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
-- Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - Prong Set - I Color - VS2 Clarity - 0.65ct (approx.) (4) Synthetic Sapphires - Calibre Cut Baguette & Trillion - Frenc...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold
New 18k White Gold GIA 3.38ctw Round Emerald w/ Invisible Set Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Total Carat Weight: 3.38 (approx.) Material: Solid 18k White Gold Weight: 5.66 Grams Ring Size: 4.5 (fitted on finger, we can custom size this ring. please contact us prior to purch...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Gold GIA 1.16ct Oval No Heat Ruby w/ Diamond Petite Halo Illusion Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Oval Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Rich Purplish Red Color - No Heat- Thailand - 1.16ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold
14k White Gold .61ctw Square Step Cut Sapphire w/ Diamond Sides Dainty Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Square Step Cut - Prong Set - Blue Color - 4.2x4.2mm - 0.43ct (exact) (18) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - G/...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.65 Carat Diamond and Pearl Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Pearl & Diamond Ring. The ring is 18K White Gold. There are 0.65 Carats in Diamonds H SI.
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 1...
Heavily Engraved Antique Style 18K White Gold Ring w/Golden Topaz and Diamonds
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A bright, 3.11ct oval shaped golden topaz is prong set in the center of this antique style ring, and is flanked on both sides with one princess cut diamond, bordered with crisp, mill...
Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold GIA 3.01ct Pear Cut Minor Oil Emerald w/ Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Emerald - Pear Cut - Prong Set - Great Cut and Shape - Clean - Very Nice Green Color - Minor Oil - Clarity Enhanced F1 - 2.26ct (exact) ** See Cert...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.46ct Steel Gray Spinel Ring w/ Diamond Accent Milgrain Setting 14K White Gold
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ 1.46ct Steel Gray Spinel Ring with Diamond Accent Milgrain Setting 14K White Gold R6690 ♥ Knife edge band design ♥ The item measures 12.4mm in length (North South direction), 7.5...
Diamond, Spinel, White Gold
18k White Gold 16mm Golden South Sea Pearl w/ 0.85ct Diamond Heavy Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: 18K Solid White Gold Weight: 18.52 Grams Ring Size: 7.5 (Fitted on a finger.
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
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18k White Gold Star Ring W/ 1.65 Carat Natural Garnets, Sapphires and Diamonds
Located in רמת גן, IL
A colorful ring with a dazzling 0.3 carat round brilliant natural garnet. It has 1.35 carat of side diamonds which add more to its elegance. The jewelry is made of 18k white gold wit...
Diamond, Garnet, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Gold Garnet Ring w/ Mine Cut Diamonds
Located in Wallkill, NY
A Spectacular 18K Gold Garnet Ring. Large Cabochon Garnet center with 2 tiers of mine cut diamonds surrounding. The shank has elaborate cuts. The underside of the ring is decorated a...
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18k White Gold Four Stone Ring w/ 0.16ct Natural Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald Diamond
Located in רמת גן, IL
A beautiful four stone ring with a dazzling 0.04 carat round brilliant natural diamond. It has 0.12 carat of side diamonds which add more to its elegance. The jewelry is made of 18k ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k White Gold GIA 3.83ctw Round Emerald w/ Rose Cut Diamond Milgrain Wide Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Total Carat Weight: 3.83 (approx.) Material: Solid 14k White Gold Weight: 6.68 Grams Ring Size: 6.5 (fitted on finger, we can custom size this ring. please contact us prior to purch...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.78c.w total Victorian Style Emerald and Diamond Ladies Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Exuding 5 beautiful oval-cut natural emeralds gemstones bordered by brilliant round diamonds in this distinctive women's anniversary ring inspired on the late victorian style. Fashio...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
1.8ct Rhodolite Ring w Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 14k White Gold Cushion 6mm
Located in Columbus, OH
This ring is sure to make a statement with its 1.83 carat cushion cut red rhodolite center stone, embellished with a double halo of natural earth mined diamonds, all set in solid 14k...
Garnet, Rhodolite, White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
18k White Gold GIA 1.77ctw Oval Cut Vivid Red Ruby w/ Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Oval Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Vivid Red Color - Heated - 1.45ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ** (16) Natur...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Engagement Ring w/ Old Miner .70ct Diamond in 14K White Gold VEG #77A
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Description: This is an amazing hand crafted ring! Featuring a center stone of .70ct with an amazing fire! The ring is approximately from 1930 and it features and OLD Miner cut ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Solid 14k White Gold GIA 0.51ct Diamond Engagement Ring w/ Custom Curve Band Set
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Both / Combined-- --Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - G Color - SI2 Clarity - 6.36-6.41 x 4.01mm - 0.51ct (exact; certified) ** See Certif...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold 1.25ctw Oval Half Bezel Bright Red Ruby w/ Pave Diamond Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Oval Cut - Channel/ Half Bezel Set - Vivid Red -5.65x4mm - 0.50ct (approx.) (48) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Marvelous 18k White Gold Pave Band Ring w/ 1.4 Carat Natural Diamonds IGI Cert
Located in רמת גן, IL
A Classic Pave Ring with Dazzling 1.4-Carat Baguette Diamonds This stunning 1.4-carat baguette diamond pave ring is a truly rare and special gem. With its dazzling baguette diamonds...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ceylon Sapphire Ring w Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 14k White Gold Oval 6x4mm
Located in Columbus, OH
This beautiful ring features a 0.68 carat oval sapphire gemstone with natural earth mined diamonds, all set in solid 14K gold. This ring can be a lovely September birthstone gift for...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Alexandrite Ring w Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 14K White Gold Oval 5x4
Located in Columbus, OH
This beautiful ring features a 0.35 carat oval alexandrite gemstone with natural earth mined diamonds, all set in solid 14K gold. This color changing alexandrite is a green/blue colo...
Alexandrite, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Stunning 18 kt. White Gold Ring w/ 2.70 ct Citrine & Natural Diamonds IGI Cert
Located in רמת גן, IL
Gorgeous 2.3 Carat Oval Mixed Natural Citrine and Diamond Ring with Side Stones This stunning ring features a dazzling 2.3 carat oval mixed natural citrine, set in 18K white gold. T...
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold Ring w/ Two Trillion Sapphires 1.00 CTW and Diamonds .50 CTW
Located in Stuart, FL
This 14k white gold ring had two .50 carat each sapphires enhanced with .50 ctw diamonds around the sapphires. Ring is a size 7, measures 16.2 mm from top to bottom, and has a total ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco 18k White Gold Rectangular Onyx w/ Inset Diamond Ring Size 5.5
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Color - 0.20ctw (approx.) (1) Natural Genuine Onyx - Rectangular Cut - Bezel Set - Black...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold 2.36ct Square Ruby w/ Round & Princess Cut Diamond Wide Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have an absolutely outstanding wide band ring crafted from solid 18k white gold. It features 4 fine rubies neatly invisible set at its center in which gives the look of one s...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
4.4cts Tanzanite Ring w Earth Mined Diamond Accent in 14K White Gold OV 10x8mm
Located in Columbus, OH
This elegant tanzanite ring showcases a 4.39-carat oval-shaped center stone (10x8mm) with striking deep blue-violet hues. The gemstone is beautifully set in a 14k gold band (3.08g) a...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 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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If diamonds don’t seem right, what about a magnificent sapphire, ruby or emerald?
Accounting for just 1 percent of all diamonds, these marvels of nature are exceedingly rare and gorgeously complex.
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.