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Edwardian Three-Stone Diamond Engagement Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
clarity. They are all claw set within platinum collets. The shank is in 18 carat yellow gold with tapered
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified 2.20 Carat Pear Brilliant Vivid Yellow-Orange Diamond 3-Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
Yellow-Orange with even color. This gem is displayed in a custom-made platinum and 18k gold ring, and is
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Diana M. Vivid Diamond 23.88ct VS2 GIA With 2 trillants 1.56cts Set In Platinum
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Platinum and 18 kt yellow gold ring featuring a center fency intense yellow radiant cut diamond FIY
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Edwardian 0.50ct Emerald and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
: Emerald Cut Carat Weight: 0.50 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum Age: 1910s Size: N
Category

Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold

Diana M. Platinum 18Kt YG IGI Certified 3.98CTTW Engagement Ring
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Platinum and 18 kt yellow gold engagement ring featuring a center 3.03 ct GIA certified (FY VS2
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Edwardian 0.75ct Sapphire and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
clarity and also set into platinum collets. A contrasting band of 18 carat yellow gold completes this
Category

Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Vintage 1.50ct Sapphire and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
against the richness of the sapphire and gold. A band of 18 carat yellow gold completes the ring in an
Category

Vintage 1950s British Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Set in PT900, 6.15 carats, Slight Yellow Brown Oval Diamond Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very beautiful and stunning, Diamonds Engagement Ring set in Platinum 900 & Diamonds. The weight
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Edwardian 0.60ct Diamond and Ruby Target Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
platinum and 18 carat yellow gold, for wonderful contrast. Completing the rectangular target style a final
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Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 10.03 carats, Square Modified Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very special and one of a kind, Diamonds Engagement Ring set in PT900 & Diamonds. The weight of
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Diamond Three-Stone Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
band the diamonds are claw set in, is rose gold and platinum which definitely adds an extra sparkle to
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

A Belle Epoque .90 Ct Diamond Panel Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This charming Belle Epoque ring is 1910 ca. 18 KT solid gold Platinum top Elegant and precious
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Early 20th Century European Belle Époque Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

【Lustre Arc】Celestial Crest Aurora Tahitian Pearl Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Accessories Metal: 3.5 g of 18k White Gold Other: 0.86 ct of SI Quality Natural Diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, White Gold

Edwardian 0.90ct Ruby and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
: Ruby & Diamond Stone Shape: Oval Carat Weight: 0.90ct & 0.20ct Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum Age
Category

Vintage 1910s British Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Set in PT900, 1.09 carats, natural Colombian Emerald Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Emerald Ring set in Platinum 900 & Diamonds. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Hancocks 1.18ct Colombian No Oil Emerald Diamond Cluster Ring
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
old European brilliant cut diamonds in a platinum scalloped millegrain setting. The 18ct yellow gold
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2010s British Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

1959 Ring natural Sapphire Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø 7.75US / 2.3 gr
Located in SE
Sapphire and Diamonds set in Platinum or White gold clusters. Set of Swedish hallmarks,18K, city of
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Retro Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Vintage 0.50ct Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1964
Located in London, GB
. The piece is finished perfectly with a contrasting band of 18 carat yellow gold. Gemstone: Sapphire
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Vintage 1960s British Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Vintage 0.80ct Emerald and Diamond Three Stone Ring, hallmarked 1986
Located in London, GB
Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum Age: 1986, 1980s Size: O
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Vintage 1980s British Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum Age: 1910s Size: S / 9 1/2
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Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco 1.80ct Diamond Three Stone Ring, C.1930s
Located in London, GB
platinum collets. The band is then composed of 18ct white gold. Gemstone: Diamond Carat Weight: 1.80
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Edwardian 0.40ct Emerald and Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
: 0.40 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum Age: 1910s Size: J 1/2
Category

Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Edwardian 1.01ct Diamond Three Stone Twist Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
platinum, whilst the twisting band is crafted from 18 carat yellow gold. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

GRS Certified, 6.42 carats, Muzo, Colombian Vivid Green Emerald Diamonds Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
. ✦ Metal: PT900 ✦ 18k White Gold Weight: gm Approx. ✦ Gross Weight: gm Approx. ✦ Ring Size: 2.10cm x
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

GIA Certified 3.02 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Ring Set with Trillion Cut
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
GIA Certified 3.02 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Ring Set with Trillion Cut Diamonds in 18K
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2010s Italian Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...

Vintage 2.10ct Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring, c.1960s
Located in London, GB
set in 18 carat yellow gold at it’s centre. This central stone is surrounded by sixteen round
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Art Deco 1.75ct Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
carat white gold finishing the ring perfectly. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

SSEF Certified 3.063 Carat Burmese No Heat Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
18K WHITE GOLD 2 DIAMONDS 0.29 CARATS 1 NO-HEAT PINK BURMESE SAPPHIRE 3.063 CARATS SSEF LAB
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2010s Burmese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage 1.00ct Sapphire and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1970s
Located in London, GB
Weight: 1.00 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum Age: 1970s Certification: GIA #1183958222 #1183218992 Size
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Vintage 1970s British Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
yellow gold. The ring dates to approximately the 1930s. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified 5 Carat Pear Cut Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
5 ct Total Weight 18K White Gold Pear Brilliant Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring. Clarity VVS2
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2010s American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

1954 Ring Sapphire Diamond Sapphire solid 18K Gold Ø 7.5US / 1.6 gr
Located in SE
Antique Three Stones Ring featuring solid 18K Yellow Gold band holding Diamond and Blue Sapphires
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Retro Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

No-Oil Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring, SSEF Gübelin AGL Certified
Located in New York, NY
for connoisseurs. The mounting combines platinum and 18k yellow gold, merging cool-toned strength with
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2010s American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

Late Deco 0.50ct Ruby and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1930s
Located in London, GB
flanked by two 0.15 carat round brilliant cut diamonds, all claw set into platinum. The diamonds Match in
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage 7.75ct Ruby and Diamond Halo Ring, c.1970
Located in London, GB
gold and surrounded by a halo of eight cut diamonds. Surrounding is a beautiful platinum halo made of
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Art Deco Three Stone Twisted Ring 1.25 Ct Diamond
Located in Napoli, IT
era, 18 Kt solid gold topped by Platinum Marvellous crown displaying a trio of old European Diamonds
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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Edwardian 1.70ct Ruby and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum Age: 1910s Size: L
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Nouveau Ruby and Diamond Dress Ring
Located in London, GB
plain 18ct yellow gold shank. Condition: Used (Very Good) Weight: 5.5 grams Ring Size: L (52) Pear Cut
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Fashion Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Late Deco 0.50ct Sapphire and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1930s
Located in London, GB
three stones have been claw set into a platinum mount whilst the band has been crafted from 18 carat
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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Edwardian 0.60ct Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
claw set into platinum collets, which is then integrated to an 18ct yellow gold band. Gemstone: Ruby
Category

Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Edwardian 1.10ct Sapphire and Diamond Trilogy Halo Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
. Gemstone: Sapphire Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 1.10 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum Age: 1910s
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified 0.92 Carat J VS1 Princess Cut Diamond Single Stone/Solitaire Ring
Located in London, GB
classic 4 claw hold upon an effortlessly elegant 18 ct white gold band. 1 X Diamond, GIA report no
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2010s British Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Three-Stone Diamond Twist Ring, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
been handmade in 18 carat yellow gold. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Transitional Cut Carat Weight
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

18 Karat White Gold 10.60 Carat Three-Row Diamond Band
Located in New York, NY
Three row diamond eternity band 18K white gold wedding band with 10.60 carats of round brilliant
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21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Edwardian Burmese Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
crafted in 18ct rose gold with a platinum setting for the diamonds. The ring is completed with two old cut
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Vintage 1910s Engagement Rings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

Edwardian 0.80ct Sapphire and Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
: 0.80 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum Age: 1910s Size: N
Category

Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
sparkle of the diamonds. The band of the ring is crafted in 18ct white gold whilst the setting for the
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Vintage 1920s Engagement Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold

Art Deco 1.35ct Diamond Three Stone Twist Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
platinum. Elegantly sweeping shoulders of 18 carat white gold twist around the central diamonds creating a
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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Van Cleef Arpels Paris Vintage Invisibly Set Diamond Sapphire Large Boule Ring
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Signed Jewels Vintage Collection. 18ct yellow gold and platinum. Fully signed Van Cleef Arpels and
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Vintage 1970s Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage 1.00ct Ruby and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1970s
Located in London, GB
Weight: 2x 1.00 Metal: 18ct White Gold Age: 1970s Size: O
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Art Deco 0.80ct Emerald and Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
been expertly claw set into platinum, whilst the band is crafted in 18 carat white gold. Gemstone
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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified 2Ct Fine Zambian Emerald 1.5 Ct Total Trillion Diamond Ring plat
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 2Ct Fine Zambian Emerald & 1.02 Ct Total Trillion Diamond Ring in platinum A classic
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2010s Unknown Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Edwardian 0.85ct Sapphire and Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.85 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum Age: 1910s Size: M
Category

Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

2.40 Ct. AGL Colombian Rectangular-Cut Emerald Engagement Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
A 2.40 ct. AGL Colombian Rectangular-Cut Emerald Engagement Ring with Diamonds made in Platinum and
Category

20th Century Colombian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco 1.00ct Emerald and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
classic trilogy ring. The emerald cut central stone is claw set into 18 carat yellow gold, with the
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

Edwardian 0.40ct Sapphire and Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
: Oval Carat Weight: 0.40 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum Age: 1910s Size: K
Category

Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Victorian 0.70 Carat Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
. They are held within platinum claws, which are set on an 18 carat yellow gold band. This combination of
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

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18ct Gold Platinum Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact 18ct gold platinum diamond ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Platinum and 18k Gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a 18ct gold platinum diamond ring from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing 18ct gold platinum diamond ring — no matter the origin — is easy, but LB Exclusive, Tiffany Co. and Michael Barin each produced a popular version that is worth a look. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also oval cut cut and emerald cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for a 18ct gold platinum diamond ring, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a 18ct Gold Platinum Diamond Ring?

On average, a 18ct gold platinum diamond ring at 1stDibs sells for $8,425, while they’re typically $544 on the low end and $825,000 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.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

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 ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond 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.