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18 Karat Gold and Green Tourmaline Ring
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
An Italian 18kt yellow gold and cabochon green tourmaline dress ring. Beautifully made, this ring
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modernist Dome Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold

Men s Chrysoberyl Cats Eye Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Men’s pinkie ring crafted in 18 karat yellow gold showcasing a spectacular chrysoberyl cat’s eye
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men s Two-Tone Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Coral Gables, FL
18 Karat Yellow and White Gold Men's Ring Featuring A 0.50 Carat Bezel Set Round Brilliant Cut
Category

1990s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Men s 10K Yellow Gold 1 1/4 Cttw Treated Black Diamond Octagonal Halo Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Discover the epitome of sophistication with this exquisite Men's ring, masterfully crafted from
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold, Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold, Diamond Ceylon Sapphire Ring
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
quality stones, this piece could be easily worn by women or men. Marked - '18K' for gold purity Ring
Category

20th Century Unknown Modernist Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18KT Gypsy Set Men s Diamond Ring
Located in Lynchburg, VA
This men's ring is solid and stylish. It is crafted out of solid 18-karat yellow gold and features
Category

20th Century Unknown Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men s 14K Yellow Gold over Silver 1 1/4 Cttw Diamond Signet Style Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Embrace the allure of contrast with this remarkable men's cluster ring. Plated in 14K yellow gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow...

Men s 14K Yellow Gold over Silver 1 1/4 Cttw Diamond Signet Style Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Embrace the allure of contrast with this remarkable men's cluster ring. Plated in 14K yellow gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow...

14K Yellow Gold Plated Silver 3/8 Cttw Diamond Mens Cluster Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Immerse yourself in the opulent embrace of this exceptional cocktail ring, where .925 sterling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate

14K Yellow Gold Plated Silver 3/8 Cttw Diamond Mens Cluster Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Immerse yourself in the opulent embrace of this exceptional cocktail ring, where .925 sterling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate

14K Yellow Gold over Silver 3/8 Cttw Diamond Mens Cluster Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Immerse yourself in the opulent embrace of this exceptional cocktail ring, where .925 sterling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate

5.73 Carat Diamond Pave Vintage Castle Mens Wide Ring 14 Karat in Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Details: Approx. 5.73ctw of round cut Diamonds. Diamonds are G/H
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21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men s 2.25ctw Diamond Invisible Set Square Top Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Towson, MD
One 18 karat white gold square top ring set with sixty-four (64) invisible set princess cut
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Men s 14K Yellow Gold over Silver 1 1/4 Cttw Diamond Signet Style Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Embrace the allure of contrast with this remarkable men's cluster ring. Plated in 14K yellow gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow...

Men s 14K Yellow Gold over Silver 1 1/4 Cttw Diamond Signet Style Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Embrace the allure of contrast with this remarkable men's cluster ring. Plated in 14K yellow gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow...

GIA Large Green Tsavorite Garnet and Diamond Halo Mens Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications: Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Ring Weight: 29.81 grams Ring Size: 10.75 (Free
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Modernist Webbed 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dome Diamond Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
This modernist artisan ring, fashioned from 18-karat yellow gold, is designed to be suitable for
Category

20th Century French Modernist Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 19th Century Onyx Intaglio Men s Signet Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
18 carat yellow gold ring, eagle head hallmark. This superb signet ring is bezel set with a
Category

Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Gold Cigar Band Ring with Brilliant Old Cut Diamond
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
A lovely 18 karat gold 'cigar band' ring featuring a rub-over set 0.87 carat brilliant old cut
Category

Late 20th Century American Modernist Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1960s Minor Emerald Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Platinum Justice Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat rose gold, owl hallmark and platinum, mascaron hallmark. Sublime ring with
Category

Vintage 1960s French Retro Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

Blue Sapphire Onyx Diamond Art Deco Style Men Band Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This stunning Art Deco style ring features an emerald cut blue sapphire weighing 4.70 carat (approx
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique 1.07 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Gents Solitaire Signet Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.07 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold gent's
Category

Vintage 1930s French Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tresor Paris Bespoke 1.00 Carat Round Diamond 18k Gold Claw Set Band Signet Ring
By Tresor Paris
Located in London, GB
Round brilliant white color G-H clarity VS - SI Diamond claw set ring set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Category

2010s British Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Pl...

1.54 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond Comfort Made Band in 18 Karat Rose Gold GIA
Located in New York, NY
A cushion cut diamond ring for men and women who appreciate understated luxury. This ring can be
Category

2010s American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

David Yurman Cushion Cut Rutilated Quartz and Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By David Yurman
Located in Fairfield, CT
Introducing a distinguished David Yurman men's ring, showcasing an 11.1 Carat cushion-cut Rutilated
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Vintage French 2.70 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Signet Style Ring Circa 1960
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage French 2.70 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold, 18
Category

Vintage 1960s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage French 2.70 carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Signet Style Ring, circa 1960
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage French 2.70 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold, 18
Category

Vintage 1960s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Designer David Webb 18K Platinum Large Men’s Green Chalcedony Diamond Ring
By David Webb
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
cut Green Chalcedony, measuring 23.00 x 26.00 mm. Accenting the ring are eighteen (18) Round Brilliant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Victorian 2.01 Carat Diamond Gypsy Ring, circa 1900s
Located in London, GB
been handmade in 18 carat yellow gold. The piece dates to the late Victorian era, estimated as
Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Mid-Century Diamond Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
cut rubies with a total weight of approximately 0.45 carat. Crafted in 18 karat yellow gold with
Category

Vintage 1960s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Unisex 18 Karat White Gold Wave Diamond Band
By Shimon s Creations
Located in New York, NY
. Indicated also for Men. Diamond Breakdown: 0.41 Carats Round White Diamonds - Totaling 21 stones 18K Gold
Category

2010s American Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian Diamond Yellow Gold, Silver Set Gents Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique Victorian 0.65 carat diamond and black enamel, 18 karat yellow gold and
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Early Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Arthur King 1970 Geometric Sculptural Ring In 18Kt Gold With 12.45 Cts Emerald
By Arthur King
Located in Miami, FL
with geometric patterns in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with polished finish. Emerald: Mounted in
Category

Vintage 1970s North American Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Streamerica 18 Karat White Gold and Diamond Wedding Band by Tiffany Co.
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
was made in eighteen karat white gold instead of the men's stainless steel with diamonds instead of
Category

Early 2000s Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

Gubelin 1970 Kurt Aepli 18Kt Gold Geometric Ring Diamonds, Jasper Bloodstone
By Gubelin
Located in Miami, FL
, crafted in solid 18 karats of high polished yellow gold. Mounted on top, with a pair of carved gemstones
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Jasper, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1.25Ct Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Engagement Ring Circa 1895
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.25 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and platinum set
Category

Antique 1890s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

GUBELIN 1960 Swiss Sculptural Ring In 18Kt Gold With 1.00 Ctw In Diamonds
By Gubelin
Located in Miami, FL
-dimensional organic free-form shapes in solid yellow gold of 18 karats and white gold parts for the setting of
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Harlequin Skull Ring, a Zorab Creation
By Zorab Creation
Located in San Diego, CA
all the rage for women and men in ready-to-wear and accessories. The Harlequin Skull ring, a Zorab
Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Gothic Revival Fashion Rings

Materials

Brown Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold, Palladium

Gubelin 1970 Kurt Aepli Necklace Brooch 18Kt Gold Diamonds, Jasper Bloodstone
By Gubelin
Located in Miami, FL
shape, crafted in solid 18 karats of high polished yellow gold. This piece can be wear as a necklace
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Jasper, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

England 1870 Neo Gothic Pendant With Griffin In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
dimensions with great details in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with textured finish. Designed with neo
Category

Antique 1870s English Gothic Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gol...

8.5 Carat Emerald Cut Brazilian Emerald 18 Karat Yellow Gold Men s Ring
Located in New York, NY
8.5 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald 18 Karat Yellow Gold Men's Ring A classic, Unisex ring Natural Beryl
Category

Early 2000s Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

.40 Carat Diamond Nugget Men s Ring 18 Karat
Located in New York, NY
Mens nugget form diamond ring. .40ct round diamond K-color Si-1 clarity 18kt. yellow gold
Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

.95 Carat Natural Diamonds Men s Ring 18 Karat
Located in New York, NY
. vs-2 clarity / G-color Natural, Earth Mined. 18kt. rose gold 30.60 grams. Deck of ring: 13.7 x
Category

2010s American Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Men s Textured Ring in 18 Carat Yellow Gold by Allison Bryan
By Allison Bryan
Located in London, GB
This solid 18-carat yellow gold ring features Allison Bryan's signature rough-luxe paper texture
Category

2010s British Band Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

0.25 Carat Round White Diamond 18 KT White Gold Men s Signet Ring
Located in London, GB
0.25 Carat Round Brilliant White Diamond Men's Signet Style ring is set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Category

2010s British Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Men s Emerald Ring
Located in Braintree, GB
18kt yellow gold men's emerald ring Hallmarked 18KT Circa 1950-1970's Dimensions - Weight : 17
Category

Vintage 1950s Dome Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Certified, Massive Men s Ring with 1.15 Carat Solitaire Diamond, 18 Karat Gold
Located in Berlin, DE
Certified, massive faceted men's ring with 1.15 ct solitaire diamond. 18 carat white gold. About
Category

20th Century Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

French 1930s 12 Carat Jade 18 Karat Yellow Gold Men s Signet Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle's head hallmark. Important signet ring, it is set on its top
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

19th Century 18 Karat Rose Gold 1.20 Carat Garnet Bangle Men s Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat rose gold, weevil hallmark. Splendid antique ring it is closed set on its top with
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Band Rings

Materials

Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

2 Contemporary 5.50 Carat Sapphire Emerald 18 Karat Gold Men s Band Rings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, weighing approximately 3.50 carats total, deep blue, very well matched Emerald ring has a maker's mark and
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

7.09 Carat Men s Emerald Cut Green Tourmaline Signet Style Ring 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
the sides and inside of the band have a polished look. The ring is made of solid 18 karat yellow gold
Category

20th Century Unknown Signet Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Men’s Emerald Cut Tanzanite and Diamond Ring 12.02 Carat
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Men’s Custom Made Tanzanite And Diamond Ring In 18k Yellow Gold. Tests 18k And Weighs 38.7 Grams
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

5.70 Carat Natural Emerald and Diamond 18 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Men s Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
5.70 Carats Natural Emerald and Diamond 18K Solid Yellow Gold Men's Ring Total Natural Round Cut
Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

5.70 Carat Natural Emerald and Diamond 18 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Men s Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
5.70 Carats Natural Emerald and Diamond 18K Solid Yellow Gold Men's Ring Total Natural Round Cut
Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

5.70 Carat Natural Emerald and Diamond 18 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Men s Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
5.70 Carats Natural Emerald and Diamond 18K Solid Yellow Gold Men's Ring Total Natural Round Cut
Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

9.70 Carat Solitaire Oval Cabochon Jadeite Men s Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 10.25 This bold 18 karat yellow gold and Jadeite cocktail ring is substantial in size
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.25 Carat Round White Diamond 18 KT Yellow Gold Men s Claw Set Band Signet Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Round brilliant white color H clarity SI Diamond claw set ring set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold. This
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2010s British Modern Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Pl...

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18 Carat Gold Rings Mens For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of 18 carat gold rings mens. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 91 vintage editions and 122 modern creations to choose from as well. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 18th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of 18 carat gold rings mens made by Modern jewelers — as well as those associated with Contemporary — are very popular. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Hana Or, Sunita Nahata and H H Jewels are consistently popular. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 126 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for round cut 18 carat gold rings mens and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes emerald cut and cabochon alternatives. Most of our 18 carat gold rings mens for sale are for men, but there are 70 pieces available to browse for women.

How Much are 18 Carat Gold Rings Mens?

On average, 18 carat gold rings mens at 1stDibs sell for $3,800, while they’re typically $650 on the low end and $599,999 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

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.

Finding the Right Rings for You

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 ringsvintage 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.