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Pearl and Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Ring, circa 1970s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This dainty 1970s pearl and diamond ring, crafted in 18K yellow gold, features a lustrous round
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20th Century More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Edwardian 0.65ct Diamond and Pearl Twist Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the 1910s, this twist ring features a stunning natural pearl along side a sparkling
Category

Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

1900s Antique Diamond and Pearl Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
antique pearl and diamond ring has been crafted in 18k rose gold with a silver setting. This delicate
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Yoko London Pearls South Sea Pearl and Diamond Ring in 18 Carat White Gold
By Yoko London
Located in London, GB
This elegant ring by Yoko London features a lustrous South Sea Pearl, set amongst a scintillating
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2010s British Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18...

South Sea Pearl And Diamond Ring Mother-of-Pearl Déco Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
This South Sea pearl and diamond ring features an untreated pearl of 16mm diameter. The pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

1910s Antique Pearl and Diamond Rose Gold Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique pearl and 0.51 Carot diamond, 18k rose gold and 18k white gold set twist ring
Category

Vintage 1910s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian 0.60ct Diamond and Pearl Cluster Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the 1880s, this beautiful Victorian cluster ring features a central diamond
Category

Antique 1880s British Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pearl and Diamond Three Stone Ring in 14K White Gold, Pearl and .03ct Diamonds
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
The details for this beautiful ring are listed below: Metal Quality: 14K White Gold Diamond Number
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Paul Binder Swiss Modern Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Ring
By Paul Binder
Located in Litchfield, CT
, designed this modernist ring to feature a gorgeous Tahitian black pearl set with cascading white diamonds
Category

Vintage 1970s European Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

10K Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Ring Size 6 #22821
Located in Washington Depot, CT
10K Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Ring Size 6 Elegant and timeless, this ring is crafted in 10K
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20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Beautiful Platinum and Gold Ring and Earrings Rose Cut Diamonds and Pearls
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful Vintage Platinum & 18 kt Ring & Earrings with Rose cut Diamonds & Natural Pearls
Category

Early 20th Century Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Platinum

18 Karat White Gold Black Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K white gold Diamond: 2 round brilliant cut = 0.30cttw Color: H
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Contemporary 20th Century Diamond, Ruby, and Pearl Gold Ring
Located in MADRID, ES
This contemporary ring from the 20th century is crafted in 18K gold and features Diamonds, a ruby
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Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

18ct Gold Ring Set With A Pearl Of Gray Culture Surrounded By 2 Diamonds
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
18ct gold ring set with a grey cultured pearl and 2 brilliants total weight :4gr size :56 Free
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Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Victorian Ruby Pearl Sapphire and Diamond Triple Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful 18ct yellow gold Victorian triple cluster ring. The centre of the ring is set
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold

1900s Seed Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
pearl and diamond ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with a 14k white gold setting. The tapering
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Early 20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

585 Yellow Gold Ring with Tourmalines, Mabe Pearl and Diamonds
Located in Berlin, DE
14K Yellow Gold Ring with Tourmalines, Mabe Pearl, and Diamonds This extraordinary 14-karat yellow
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Mid-20th Century Retro Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1920s 0.54 Carat Diamond and Pearl 14k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
cocktail ring; part of our vintage pearl and diamond ring collections. This fine and impressive pearl and
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum

1920s Antique 0.26ct Diamond and Pearl 12k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
gold shank. This elegant pearl and diamond ring has been independently tested using state of the art
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum

White Gold Freshwater Pearl Diamond Ring
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat White Gold Freshwater Pearl Diamond Ring. The ring features a 9mm center freshwater pearl
Category

Early 2000s American Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

Retro .25ctw Pearl Diamond Ring, Platinum, Ring Size 8
Located in McLeansville, NC
Stones: cultured pearl ,1 stone round bead 6.8 mm diamond, 12 stones round brilliant 1.75 - 2 mm
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Vintage 1960s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum

Portuguese Gold Ring with Turquoise Pearls and Rose-Cut Diamonds
Located in Lisboa, PT
diamonds Stones: 2 turquoise cabochon pearls, 29 rose-cut diamonds Total weight: 10.63 grams Ring size
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Mid-20th Century Portuguese Revival Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, Gold

1900s Pearl and 1.73 Carat Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A very fine and impressive antique bouton pearl and 1.73Ct diamond 18k white gold cocktail ring
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Antique Early 1900s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Edwardian Natural Pearl Three Stone and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
natural pearls which have been screw set within a vast array of milgrain set old cut diamonds
Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

14K White Gold Pink Cultured Pearl and Diamond Flower Ring
Located in Stuart, FL
14k white gold pink cultured pearl and diamond flower ring. The diameter of the pearl is 10.8 mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Cultured Pearl and Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
platinum (masked man). This vintage Art Deco pearl ring with diamonds is supplied with an independent
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique 1.02 Carat Diamond and Pearl Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
antique pearl and diamond cocktail ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with platinum settings. The
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

A pair of Chanel white and grey pearl rings with diamonds
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
These 2 Chanel rings dated 1990s are sold as a pair. One has a white pearl, the other a grey pearl
Category

1990s French Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

1970s Cultured Pearl and 1.04 Carat Diamond White Gold Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 1970s cultured pearl and 1.04 Ct diamond, 14k white gold twist ring; part of
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

1960s Cultured Pearl Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage cultured pearl and 0.12 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold cocktail
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Vintage 1960s English Cocktail Rings

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

South Sea Pearl And Diamond Bow Ring Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
This South Sea pearl and diamond bow ring features a large untreated pearl of 17.5mm diameter. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Retro Platinum Pearl and Old Cut Diamond Filigree Cocktail Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Retro Platinum Pearl and Old Cut Diamond Filigree Cocktail Ring. This gorgeous
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Vintage 1950s Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Vintage Pearl Diamond Ring 14k White Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
WEIGHT: 8.8 Grams MEASUREMENT: Pearl Diameter - 1/2" RING SIZE: 6.5 HALLMARKS: 14K
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1990s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Antique French Seed Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
18k gold. This pearl and diamond cocktail ring is supplied with an independent diamond grading report
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Vintage 1920s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Pearl and 1.15 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
. The pearl and diamond ring is in excellent condition. Diamond Quality Color (average grades) H
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Vintage 1940s Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamonds, Rubies, Pearl, Rose Gold and Silver Frog Shape Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
the body and 2 diamonds as eyes. The frog holds a pearl. Diamonds 0.37 ct Rubies 5.47 ct Pearl 2.00
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2010s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

French 1925s Art Deco Fine Pearl Diamond Platinum You and Me Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
patterns decorated with antique brilliant- cut diamonds which frame 2 fine pearls on a platinum corolla
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Mabe Pearl 2 Carat 21 Diamond Halo Ring 14 Karat Gold Retro Midcentury Modern
Located in New York, NY
approximately 2 Carats in 14 Karat Yellow and White Gold. The ring is a Diamond and Pearl extravaganza at its
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20th Century Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Cultured Pearl Diamond Ring - 10k Two-Stone Milgrain Sz 5 1/2
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 1/2 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 10k White Gold Stone Information Cultured Pearls
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

1940s Diamond and Pearl Yellow Gold and White Gold Set Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
fine and impressive pearl and diamond twist ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with a 14k white
Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

1940s Platinum Ladies Double Cluster Ring with Freshwater Pearls and Diamonds
Located in Braintree, GB
1940s Platinum Ladies Double Cluster Ring with Freshwater Pearls and Diamonds This elegant 1940s
Category

Vintage 1940s Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Platinum

Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Band Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian pearl, diamond, and yellow gold ring, set with three half seed pearls, and two old
Category

Antique 1880s British Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Golden Colour South Sea Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Melbourne, AU
Pearl is in Rich Golden Colour with Pink Overtone Total Natural Diamond weight is 0.131 ct US Ring Size
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2010s Australian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K 585 Rose Gold Natural Brilliant Diamond and White Pearl Ring
Located in New York, NY
Pearl and Diamond Ring Metal Type: 14K Rose Gold Total Item Weight: 7.8 Grams Ring Size: 8
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Pearl and Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
pearl and diamond ring in white gold is fine quality. Set with an impressive pearl and very high color
Category

Vintage 1920s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Graff Pearl Yellow Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
By Graff
Located in Feasterville, PA
An impressive Graff diamond cocktail ring showcasing a 9.8mm gray pearl adorned by 2 radiant cut
Category

Early 2000s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Vintage 1950s Cultured Pearl and 1.23 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive pearl and diamond cocktail ring has been crafted in 14k yellow
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Vintage 1950s German Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18kt. gold and Palladium Cultured Saltwater pearl and Diamond small size ring
Located in Braintree, GB
Vintage 18kt. yellow gold and Palladium Cultured Saltwater pearl and Diamond extra small size ring
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Vintage 1930s European Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Palladium

Cocktail Ring in Silver with Black Diamonds and Tahitian Pearl
By Cristina Cipolli Jewellery
Located in London, Richmond
Ring in polished sterling silver, set with black diamonds and peacock pearl Size UK M 1/2 - US 6 1
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, Pearl, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Silver

14k Yellow Gold Tahitian Pearl Diamond Ring
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Tahitian pearl and diamond Ring. Marked .585 and weighs 9 grams. The pearl is a 12mm dark grey
Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco Platinum Natural Pearl and Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Natural Pearl and Diamond Engagement Ring. This gorgeous Art
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Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Antique Pearl and 0.76 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Target Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 1910's pearl and 0.76 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold target ring
Category

Vintage 1910s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Hydrothermal Spinel, Pearl, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Frog Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
the body and 2 diamonds as eyes. The frog holds a pearl. Diamonds 0.37 ct Hydrothermal Spinel 0.72
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2010s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Spinel, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Pearl and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Crossover Cocktail Ring
Located in London, GB
pearls! This charming cocktail ring, finely crafted from high polish 18 carat white gold, showcases an
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique 9K Yellow Gold Pearl and Old Mine Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique 9K yellow gold cluster ring, featuring a central old mine-cut diamond surrounded by a halo
Category

Antique 1870s European Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Ippolita, Mother-Of-Pearl, Rock Crystal and Diamond Lollipop Ring
By Ippolita
Located in Chicago, IL
-pearl backing with faceted rock crystal overlay, surrounded by round brilliant cut diamonds weighing
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Pearl and Diamond Ring
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Sausalito, CA
Vintage Van Cleff & Arpels pearl and diamond fashion ring with platinum (finger fit style shank
Category

20th Century Fashion Rings

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2 Pearl And Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact 2 pearl and diamond ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect 2 pearl and diamond ring among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, .5 carat and 1 carat are consistently popular carat weights. A 2 pearl and diamond ring from JT Jewellery Theatre, Natkina and LB Exclusive — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. While most can agree that any 2 pearl and diamond ring from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a diamond version from the 1764 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also old european cut and brilliant cut versions for sale. Most of our 2 pearl and diamond ring for sale are for women, but there are 537 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a 2 Pearl And Diamond Ring?

On average, a 2 pearl and diamond ring at 1stDibs sells for $2,756, while they’re typically $110 on the low end and $225,500 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.