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Angara Double Freshwater Cultured Pearl Ring with Diamond Accents in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Diamond Weight: 0.09 CaratsSetting Style: Prong SettingRing Size Available: 3 to 13
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern More Rings

Materials

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

Bellarri Amethyst and Diamond Asymmetrical Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Bellarri
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
purple gemstones is further enhanced by a string of sparkling diamonds that gracefully trace the sides of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Ruby and Diamond Vintage Style Floral Ring in Solid 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
, love, and strength. And sparkling diamonds that add brilliance and contrast, enhancing the beauty of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

White Gold Tanzanite Diamond Halo Ring - 18k Emerald Cut 2.51ctw Cathedral
Located in Greensboro, NC
Gold Stone Information Natural Tanzanite Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Carat(s): 2.14ct Cut: Emerald
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

White Gold Fancy Blue Diamond Snowflake Cluster Cocktail Ring 14k 1.00ctwTreated
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Diamonds Treatment: Color Enhanced (fancy blue) Carat(s): 1.00ctw Cut: Round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Blue Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Blue Diamond Men s Ring - 14k Princess 1.00ctw Cluster Treated
Located in Greensboro, NC
Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Treatment: Color Enhanced (blue) Carat(s
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

White Gold Blue Topaz Diamond Ring - 14k Emerald Cut 4.04ctw Milgrain
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Topaz Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Carat(s): 3.89ct Cut: Emerald Color: Blue
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

16.51ct Trapiche Green Emerald (F1), Diamond Statement Ring set in 18k Gold
Located in Toronto, Ontario
, enhancing its vibrant green hues and dramatic black patterns. This one-of-a-kind statement ring combines
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Suzy Levian 14K White Gold Round Blue and White Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
Properties: Natural Diamond, Color Enhanced Band Width: 1-2 mm, 2-3 mm Diamond Cut: Round Ring Style: Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Suzy Levian 14K White Gold Round Blue-Green and White Diamond Halo Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
Diamond Properties: Natural Diamond, Color Enhanced Band Width: 1-2 mm, 2-3 mm Diamond Cut: Round Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Angara Natural Round Diamond Eternity Ring in Prong Setting in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
create a feeling of endless sparkle. Smaller diamonds are placed in between the larger ones for enhanced
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

2.00 Carat Total Alternating Baguette and Round Diamond Band Ring in Platinum
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
polished platinum setting really enhances the white brilliance of the diamonds. Ring type: Band Metal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Peach Orange Morganite Diamond Ruby Pear Shaped Halo Set 14K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
color morganite center stone with round diamond and ruby halo crafted in gold. This magnificent ring is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Art Deco 18 Carat Gold and Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Panel Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
by ten rose cut diamonds. The stones are set in platinum to enhance their colour. Band modelled in
Category

Vintage 1910s Unknown Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Platinum

Kallati Tanzanite Diamond Bypass Ring - Yellow Gold 9k Marquise Cut .50ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Enhanced Carat(s): .30ct Cut: Marquise Color: Purple Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .20ctw Cut: Round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alternate Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring for Her in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
carats and diamonds of 0.37 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style. Emerald enhances
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Art Deco 4.05 Carat Ruby and Old Euro Diamond Halo Platinum Ring - AGL Certified
Located in Miami, FL
1150125 Accent Stone Details: Old European Cut Diamonds: 10 pieces French Single Cut Diamonds: 3 pieces
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

0.25 Carat Natural Diamond Bow Ring G SI 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
0.25 Carat Natural Diamond Bow Ring G SI 14K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

10K Yellow Gold 1 1/2 Cttw Diamond Cluster and Halo Signet Mens Ring
Located in New York, NY
natural diamonds, totaling 1 1/2 carats, nestled within a spectacular halo that amplifies each stone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 10k Gold

Ring alliance white gold 18k 10 natural diamonds, princes cut, 1.5 carat VS1-VS2
Located in Heemstede, NL
Carat: 0.15 each, total ca. 1.5 Colour: G-H Clarity: VS1-VS2 Weight: about 7.8 grams Ring size: 18 3/4
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

J.E. Caldwell Co. 2.52 Carat Cushion Cut Ruby Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
By J.E. Caldwell Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Diamonds. This antique ring mounts a no-heat Ruby of legendary status. The center stone Ruby is
Category

20th Century American Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Natural Marquise Emerald Diamond Vintage Style Ring in Solid 9K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
enhances the ring's timeless elegance. CHARACTERISTICS Status: Made to order Origin: Thailand Metal: Solid
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Angara Natural Round 1.4ct Peridot and Diamond Engagement Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
radiates an unmatched golden-green brilliance. Two glittering white diamonds enhance the center stone while
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, Gold

Angara Natural Cushion Garnet and Diamond Halo Promise Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
this splendid ring. The reddish brown hue of the center stone is enhanced by a shimmering halo of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Garnet, Diamond, Gold

10K Yellow Gold 1 1/2 Cttw Diamond Cluster and Halo Signet Mens Ring
Located in New York, NY
natural diamonds, totaling 1 1/2 carats, nestled within a spectacular halo that amplifies each stone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 10k Gold

10K Yellow Gold 1 1/2 Cttw Diamond Cluster and Halo Signet Mens Ring
Located in New York, NY
natural diamonds, totaling 1 1/2 carats, nestled within a spectacular halo that amplifies each stone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 10k Gold

Angara Natural Classic Round Opal and Diamond Engagement Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
center evokes a pleasing opalescence. Prong set two white diamonds enhance the center stone. Designed in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Opal, Diamond, Gold

Natural 8.19cts Rainbow Sapphire 0.59cts Diamond Ring in 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
with a diamond. The warm glow of gold enhances the gemstone’s soft, ocean-like hue, making this ring a
Category

2010s Indian Band Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Tanzanite, Topaz, 18k Gold

White Gold Black White Diamond Heart Ring, 10k Round Brilliant .30ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
as stamped Stone Information: Genuine Topaz Treatment: Routinely Enhanced (blue) Colors: Blue
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver, White Gold

Angara Freshwater Cultured Pearl and Leaf Ring with Diamonds in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Total Diamond Weight: 0.38 CaratsSetting Style: Prong SettingRing Size Available: 3
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Antique 14kt Gold Ring with Three Old-Cut Diamonds, ca. Early 20th Century
Located in Rotterdam, NL
yellow gold Stones: 3 old-cut diamonds, approx. 0.60ct total Ring Size: EU 17 (approx. US size 6.75
Category

Early 20th Century European Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Natural Purple Lavender Spinel Halo Ring in 18K White Gold Diamond
Located in Kowloon, HK
Spinel & Diamonds ◆ RING SIZE: US6 (we offer free size alteration which takes about 3-5 days) ◆ COLOR OF
Category

2010s Hong Kong Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Spinel, White Gold

Neil Lane Diamond All-In-One Halo EngageWedding Ring WhiteGold 14k Pear 2 1/8ctw
By Neil Lane
Located in Greensboro, NC
- SI2 Stone Note: (engagement ring's accents) Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 3/4ctw Cut: Marquise & Round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond

Transitional Cut Diamond (Approx. 1.9-Carats) Box-Prong Set Dome Ring, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
ring are adorned with a seamless continuation of the accent diamonds, enhancing its bold yet refined
Category

Vintage 1950s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Aquamarine Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Introducing our stunning Aquamarine Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Engagement Ring, a unique
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Angara Natural Oval London Blue Topaz Ring with Diamonds in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
/>Secondary Stone: DiamondTotal Diamond Weight: 0.09 CaratsSetting Style: Prong SettingRing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Topaz, Gold

Angara Natural Solitaire Oval Emerald Ring with Diamond Accent in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
yellow gold band, evokes a lush green allure. It is flanked by trios of sparkling diamonds that enhance
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Gold

Angara Natural Solitaire Oval Citrine Ring with Diamond Accent in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
enhance the fascinating gem. The reverse tapered shank of this solitaire citrine ring infuses a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Gold

Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond Halo Ring - 18k Emerald Cut 2.70ctw GIA
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Emerald Treatment: Clarity Enhanced (F1) Carat(s): 1.40ct Cut: Emerald Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Oval Cabochon Amethyst and Diamond Cocktail Ring Set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
- SI Ring Weight: 10.57 grams Band Width: 3 mm Amethyst Dimensions: 18.65 mm x 13.64 mm x 10.10 mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Ruby and Diamond Vintage Style Floral Filigree Ring in Solid 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
The Natural Ruby and Diamond Vintage Style Floral Filigree Ring features a vibrant ruby at its
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angara Natural Round 1.12 ct Aquamarine and Diamond Engagement ring in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
center radiates an unmatched icy blue brilliance. Two glittering white diamonds enhance the center stone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Gold

Blue Sapphire Opal and Diamond Vintage Style Floral Ring in Solid 14K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Status: Made to order Origin: Thailand Metal: Solid 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: US 3-8 Total Gemstones
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.62 Carat Pear Cut Diamond Pave 14k White Gold Band Ring Wedding Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
. A round brilliant-cut diamond halo surrounds each pear stone, enhancing sparkle and giving added
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Amethyst Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Carved Open Work Navette Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
rings' focal point is an arrangement of 3 horizontally set rich purple amethysts, with the central
Category

Antique 1890s English Late Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Gold Diamond Art Deco Solitaire Engagement Ring, 18k Old European .10ct
Located in Greensboro, NC
Art Deco engagement ring dates from circa 1920's-1930's. The old Mine cut diamond is bead-set in an
Category

Late 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Natural Myanmar Heart Shape Red Spinel Ring and Pendant - 18K Gold with Diamond
Located in Kowloon, HK
DIAMOND: SI ◆ Note: This ring is a US size 6. Please allow 3-7 days for size alteration. * Given
Category

2010s Hong Kong Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Exquisite Art Deco Style One of a Kind Ring w/ 1.02ct Rubies and Diamonds
Located in רמת גן, IL
fancy-colored ring, featuring a stunning combination of diamonds and rubies. The main stones consist of
Category

2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby

Suzy Levian 14K White Gold and Olive Round Green Diamond Bridal Flower Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
Properties: Natural Diamond, Color Enhanced Band Width: 2-3 mm, 1-2 mm Clarity: SI1-SI2 Stone: Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Diamond and Citrine Vintage Style Floral Cluster Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
: Thailand Metal: Solid 9K Yellow Gold (oxidized) Ring Size: US 3-8 Total Gemstones Weight: 0.935 carat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Beautiful 0.45ct Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, and Diamonds Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
, this exquisite design balances sophistication and playfulness. Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Main stone: 3
Category

2010s Singaporean Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Gold Platinum 1920s Original Art Deco Ruby Diamond Plaque Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
rubies, enhancing the ring's allure with their rich colour and brilliance. The stones are set in
Category

Early 20th Century European Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Estate 3.36 Ct. Emerald Diamond Statement Cocktail Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
brilliance. The 0.35 carats of diamonds are meticulously set to enhance the depth and color of the center
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Gold Black Diamond Cluster Halo Cocktail Ring - 14k Round .50ctw Treated
Located in Greensboro, NC
Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Treatment: Color Enhanced (black) Carat(s): .50ctw Cut: Round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

New Platinum 18k Gold 5.13ctw AGL Colombian Emerald Gia Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
clarity. This ring comes with 3 certifications and high quality and timeless design are its main features
Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Morganite Diamond Ruby Pear Shaped Halo Engagement Ring in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
color morganite center stone with round diamond and ruby halo crafted in 14k rose gold. This magnificent
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Natural Diamond 0.41 carats 18KT Yellow Gold Full Eternity Stackable Band Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
smaller diamonds on each side. Together, they total 0.41 carats, each stone meticulously chosen for its
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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3 Stone Diamond Ring Enhancers For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of 3 stone diamond ring enhancers for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, white gold and 14k gold. Find a collection of 536 vintage versions or 1019 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 18th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of 3 stone diamond ring enhancers made by contemporary jewelers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — are very popular. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but JeweLyrie, Peter Suchy and J DAUPHIN produced popular versions that are worth a look. Today, if you’re looking for round cut 3 stone diamond ring enhancers and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and emerald cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of 3 stone diamond ring enhancers, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are 3 Stone Diamond Ring Enhancers?

On average, 3 stone diamond ring enhancers at 1stDibs sell for $3,620, while they’re typically $110 on the low end and $1,275,373 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.