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Victorian Antique Natural Pearl and Old Mine Cut Diamonds Ring in 18 Carat Gold
Located in London, GB
VS/SI Natural pearl measurement 3.8 x 3.0 mm UK ring size J&1/2 and it can be resized upon request.
Category

Antique 1880s British Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold

Diamond Ruby Sapphire Pearl Ring 14k Gold Women Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pearl: White Overtone: Slight Rose' Quality: AA (High Quality Rank) 16 Diamonds 2 Yellow Sapphires 1
Category

2010s American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Natural Pink Shell/Pearl and White Diamond .54 Carat TW Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
white pearl, pink corralium secundum, and natural round white diamond melee. This ring is guaranteed to
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Purple Pink Pearl Diamond Cocktail Ring 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
A stunning Purple Pink Pearl and Diamond Cocktail Fashion Ring in 14 Karat White Gold. This is
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Gray South Sea Pearl, White Diamond and Blue Topaz Ring in 18 Karat Gold
By MOGULDIAM INC
Located in New York, NY
pearl, blue topaz and white round brilliant diamond. White diamond weight : 0.65 carat Gray pearl : 13
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2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Victorian Ruby and Pearl 15 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
There are two rubies, one diamond and six pearls set within this ring. The diamond is rose cut and
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Antique 1870s British Victorian More Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold

Impressive Fancy Pearl Pink Sapphire Diamond Pink Gold Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring Pink Gold 14 K (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 1-RND-0,01-H/VS2A Pearls diameter 7,0
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Pearl, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Natural Tahitian Pearl Cocktail Ring
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
The Nebula Cocktail Ring with the 12mm natural Black Tahitian pearl is a ring with interlocking
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2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Ring with pearl and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.14ct 5.6 grams platinum
Located in The Hague, ZH
Platinum ring set with pearl and brilliant cut diamond up to 0.14ct - F - VS - ring size US 4 - EU
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Art Deco Pearl Diamond 9 Karat White Gold Target Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco Pearl Diamond 9 Karat White Gold Target Ring. Featuring one pearl. Accented by 10 old
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Rose Cut Diamond and Pearl 18 Carat Gold Locket Back Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This stunning enamel mourning ring holds four lovely pearls and five rose cut diamonds which add a
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Antique 1840s British Victorian More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage 18 Karat Gold Diamond Pearl Openwork Half Crown Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a vintage openwork half crown ring crafted in 18K gold. The piece features 3 diamonds and 4
Category

Late 20th Century English Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Mikimoto Cultured Pearl Diamond Ring Estate 18k Yellow Gold Vintage Jewelry
By Mikimoto
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant Mikimoto cultured Akoya pearl & diamond ring crafted in 18k yellow gold. 8mm cultured
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

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

4.5 Carat Diamond and Large Round White South Sea Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Tustin, CA
pave set diamonds in an 18 karat white gold mounting. Pearl is the birthstone for June. 16 round
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Vintage 1980s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

White Gold Tahitian Pearl Diamond Ring, 18k Marquise Cut 1.08ctw Floral
Located in Greensboro, NC
Information Genuine Tahitian Pearl Diameter: 11mm Natural Diamonds Total Carats:: 1.08ctw Cut: Marquise Color
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Late 20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Pearl 0.28Ct Diamond, 14k Yellow Gold Platinum Set Dress Ring - Antique
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
pearl and diamond ring has been crafted in 14 k yellow gold with a platinum setting. The pierced
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Pearl and Rose Cut Diamond 9 Carat Gold Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This sweet ring holds two rows of pearls and in-between them are a row of three rose cut diamonds
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Tiffany Co. 1910 Edwardian Ring In Platinum With 1.10 Ctw In Diamonds Pearls
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Miami, FL
platinum. The 22 diamonds and the 3 pearls are secured in the settings. This ring has been carefully
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Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Yellow Gold Cultured Pearl Ruby Diamond Cluster Cocktail Ring - 14k .41ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $35 or Down 1 size for $35 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Antique Victorian Flower Conversion Ring Diamond Pearl 10 Karat Gold Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
SI1-2 clarity). The pearl measures 5.4mm. The ring is in excellent condition. Particulars: Weight
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Coral Garnet Flowers, Diamonds, Blue Sapphires, Pearls Rose Gold Silver Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Beautiful flowery ring in 9k rose gold and silver structure. The ring features 2 secundum coral
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Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

1928 Nordic Wedding Ring Pearl Diamonds solid 18K Gold ØUS7 /3.1gr
Located in SE
Old Swedish Wedding Halo Ring with a Pearl and Diamonds. Hallmarks of Swedish maker C.G Hallberg
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Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

1880 Victorian Black Onyx and Pearl Rose Gold Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
tablet adorned with seed pearls and a gold flower inlay with a sparkling diamond! A beautiful rectangular
Category

Antique 1880s Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

South Sea Pearl Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
: 7.4 grams Measurements: Pearl 12.7 mm Total diamond weight: 0.37 cts Ring size 5.1/2 (Sizable
Category

Vintage 1980s Japanese Dome Rings

Materials

Platinum

Late Victorian Black Enamel and Pearl 15 Carat Gold Mourning Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
A very fine late Victorian black enamel and seed pearl mourning ring. The black enamel panels are
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Antique 1880s British Late Victorian More Rings

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, 15k Gold, Gold, Enamel

Antique Black Enamel Diamond Pearl 3 Stone Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Antique Black Enamel Diamond & Pearl 3 Stone Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold inscription “in memory of my
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Antique 1810s British Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Black Enamel Diamond and Pearl 18 Carat Gold Mourning Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
pearl in a star setting and sparkling diamonds either side. Ring Size: O 1/2 or 7 1/4 Band Width: 7mm
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Antique 1830s British Victorian More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Edwardian Black Enamel and Pearl 9 Carat Gold Mourning Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
two either side are set in a diamond setting. Made in Chester, England. Ring Size: P 1/2 or 7 Band
Category

Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Natural Pearl, 9k Gold

Yellow Gold Platinum Akoya Pearl Diamond Bypass Ring - 18k 900 Two-Stone
Located in Greensboro, NC
& 900 Platinum Stone Information Genuine Akoya Pearls Natural Diamonds Total Carats: .04ctw Cut: Round
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Hammered David Webb 18k Gold Marquise Diamond Huge GIA Pearl Bypass Ring
By David Webb
Located in Montclair, NJ
overtones. Each pearl is cap set at the end of the ring's twisted horn-like structure creating an
Category

Vintage 1980s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 950 Platinum Pearl 1.00 Carat Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian styles, from engagement rings to rose-cut diamond brooches, also costume
Category

Early 20th Century French Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Cultured South Sea Pearl Diamond Ring Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant vintage cultured South Sea pearl & diamond ring (circa 1960s to 1970s), crafted in 14 karat
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Mother of Pearl Diamond Gold Ring
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
, the ever-engaging mother of pearl lends its intrinsic delicate allure to this amazing ring from Van
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Late 20th Century French Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Golden Tahitian South Sea Pearl Ring Yellow Diamond Estate 18 Karat Gold
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish golden Tahitian South Sea cultured pearl & yellow diamond ring crafted in 18 karat yellow
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Chaumet Vintage 18 Karat Gold Pearl 0.80 Carat VS Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Chaumet
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
. It features: - 1 cultured pearl - 12 diamonds (rectangular/trapezoid step cut, TW 0.80ct, RW+/RW, VS
Category

20th Century French Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian Pearl and Enamel 9 Carat Gold Forget Me Not Mourning Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
ring features a panel decorated with pearls and a small diamond which shape a sweet forget me not
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Antique 1870s British Victorian More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold, Gold, Enamel

1920 Nordic Wedding Ring Pearl Diamonds solid 18K Gold ØUS 7.25 /2.1gr
Located in SE
Pearl Ø 5 mm in claws accented with 12 rose cut Diamonds Ø 1.5 mm /0.015 ct each with open backs. Clear
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Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Belle Époque Old European Cut Diamond Pearl Platinum on 18 Karat Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
karat yellow gold, featuring 2 bright white and lively Old European cut diamonds with a centrally set
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Antique 1890s French Belle Époque Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Italian 1960 Mid Century Cocktail Ring in 18kt Yellow Gold Mobe Pearl Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Jeweled cocktail ring with mobe pearl. A nice designer's ring, created in Italy during the mid
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Vintage 1960s Italian Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

David Webb Yellow Gold 18 Karat Tahitian Cultured Pearl Diamond Black Onyx Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb 1970's A Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Onyx and Gold Ring Centered on a single cultured
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20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold

Victorian Style 14K Yellow Gold, Enamel, Sapphire, and Pearl Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage gold, enamel, sapphire, and diamond cocktail ring. In 14 karat yellow gold. With a
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20th Century Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Pearl, Enamel, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Diamond Onyx Pearl Art Deco Style Target Cocktail Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Charming Art Deco style target ring featuring a diamond center surrounded onyx, fresh water pearls
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

1880 Victorian Hand Engraved Star Set Pearl and Synthetic Ruby Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
a lovely white seed pearl! This antique three-stone ring features a white seed pearl in the center
Category

Antique 1880s Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 10k Gold, Rose Gold

Marsh Co. Gun Metal, Diamond, Cultured Pearl and White Gold Earrings, 1930 s
By Marsh Co.
Located in Braintree, GB
Marsh & Co. Gun Metal, Diamond, Cultured Pearl and White Gold Earrings. Designer: Marsh & Co Made
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Vintage 1930s American Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Steel

Antique Edwardian Natural Pearl, Emerald and Rose Cut Diamonds in 18 Karat Gold
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian natural pearl, emerald and rose cut diamonds ring, the shank marked "18C", for 18
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

1949 Ring Pearl Diamonds solid 18K Gold Platinum Ø US5 / 2gr
Located in SE
natural Pearl and Diamonds. The crown with stones measures 15 mm x 8.5 mm x 6 mm deep. Pearl is Ø 3.8 mm
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Golden South Sea Pearl and 0.89 Carat Diamonds in 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
: 14K Total Weight: 8.5 Grams Stone Type: 11 MM South Sea Pearl and 0.89 CT SI1 G Diamonds Condition
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2010s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Cultured Pearl, Onyx, Diamond Pendant, 10k White Gold
Located in Greensboro, NC
in the center. This ring is a size 7 - 7 1/4, but it can be re-sized up 3 sizes or down 2 sizes for
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Cultured Pearl, White Gold

Erte Alouette Gold Diamonds and Topaz Ring
By Erté
Located in Chicago, IL
Pearl and further surrounded by Round Brilliant cut Diamonds totaling 1/2 Carat. Finger size 6 1/2
Category

1990s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold

Erte Alouette Gold Diamonds and Topaz Ring
By Erté
Located in Chicago, IL
Mother of Pearl and further surrounded by Round Brilliant cut Diamonds totaling 1/2 Carat. Finger size 8
Category

Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold

Edwardian 9 Karat Gold Citrine Pearl Cluster Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
rings to rose-cut diamond brooches, also costume jewellery: Chanel, Christian Dior, Christian Lacroix
Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Citrine, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold

1920s Edwardian Natural Pearl Calibrated Emerald Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
ring are beaded closed set 2 x 1 brilliant- cut diamond. Height: 8 mm, width: 1.3 cm, thickness: 6 mm
Category

Vintage 1920s French Belle Époque Cluster Rings

Materials

Emerald, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Amethyst Seed Pearl Cluster Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
rings to rose-cut diamond brooches, also costume jewellery: Chanel, Christian Dior, Christian Lacroix
Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Mid Century 9 Karat Gold Peridot Seed Pearl Cocktail Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian styles, from engagement rings to rose-cut diamond
Category

Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 9k Gold

Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Halo Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
1.10 carats of diamonds embellishes the ring’s original c.1920s platinum setting, with a pair of
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

1970s Arthur King Coral, Diamond and Gold Cocktail Ring
By Arthur King
Located in New York, NY
A fabulous coral, diamond and 18 karat gold ring, by Arthur King, 1970s. One-of-a-kind. This ring
Category

Vintage 1970s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

15ct Gold Victorian Ruby Pearl Ring, Carved Shoulders, Hallmarked Chester 1886
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Pearl & Diamond Ring 15ct Gold Hallmarked Chester 1886 Victorian yellow gold ring set
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold

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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.