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0.89 Ct SI/HI Mixed Cut Diamond Wide Engagement Band Ring 14 Karat Rose Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
0.89 Ct SI/HI Mixed Cut Diamond Wide Engagement Band Ring 14 Karat Rose Gold Crafted in glowing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

3.06 Ct Oval Yellow Sapphire with Diamonds Sides Ring in Platinum and 14k Gold
By Gad Co.
Located in Miami, FL
3.06 carat natural yellow sapphire and diamond ring. Set in a stunning 2-tone mounting of platinum
Category

2010s North American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Oval Natural Emerald Gemstone Ring Round Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite ring is handset with 0.50 carats of sparkling diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Brilliant 2 Ct Diamond Bridal Wedding Ring Set of 2 14k White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Brilliant 2 Ct Diamond Bridal Wedding Ring Set of 2 14k White Gold Fine Jewelry This ring features
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Brilliant 2 Ct Diamond Bridal Wedding Ring Set of 2 18k White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Brilliant 2 Ct Diamond Bridal Wedding Ring Set of 2 18k White Gold Fine Jewelry This ring features
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.5 ct princess moissanite engagement ring in 14k gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
0.5 ct princess moissanite engagement ring in 14k gold. 14K Gold Double Shank Princess Solitaire
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

5.85 Ct Natural Very Nice Looking Peridot and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
5.85 Carats Natural Very Nice Looking Peridot and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Ring Total Natural
Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, White Gold

1885 Nordic Halo Ring 2.5ct Turquoise 1.5 ct Diamonds 18K Gold Silver Ø8US /5gr
Located in SE
Diamonds, rose cut circa Ø 3 mm / 0,11 ct each / ca. 1.5 ct total. Marked 18K, Swedish Ring. Maker is GD
Category

Antique 1880s Swedish Art Nouveau Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Silver

1 ct Marquise moissanite engagement ring in 14k gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
1 ct Marquise moissanite engagement ring in 14k gold. 14K Gold Double Shank Marquise Solitaire
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

4.20 Ct Natural Very Nice Looking Peridot and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
4.20 Carats Natural Very Nice Looking Peridot and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Ring Total Natural
Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, White Gold

David Yurman 18K Diamond Starburst Ring 20MM Motif Pave Diamond Cocktail Ring
By David Yurman
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: David Yurman Gender: Ladies  Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 5  Width: 3.83 mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Real 1/2 Carat SI/H Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring 14 Karat Rose Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 14-karat gold, these exquisite ring is handset with 0.50 carats of sparkling diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Real 1/2 Carat SI/H Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite ring is handset with 0.50 carats of sparkling diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

2.5 Carat Oval Natural Zambian Emerald 2 ct Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Ring, a true masterpiece crafted in exquisite 14 Karat White Gold. This extraordinary ring
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

55 Carat Pear Shape Emerald Cabochon 5.5 Ct Diamond Ring /Pendant 14 Kt Gold
Located in New York, NY
A classic, Cocktail ring convertible to Pendant 55 Carat Pear Shape Emerald Cabochon & 5.5 Ct
Category

Early 2000s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Round and Pear Diamond Stacking Eternity Band Ring Set 18K White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Round and Pear Diamond Stacking Eternity Band Ring Set 18K White Gold Jewelry This luxurious stack
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Round and Pear Diamond Stacking Eternity Band Ring Set 14K White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Round and Pear Diamond Stacking Eternity Band Ring Set 14K White Gold Jewelry This luxurious stack
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Real 0.82 Carat Baguette Round Diamond Cuff Ring 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Step into a world of luxury with this Real 0.82 Carat Baguette Round Diamond Cuff Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Ring 2.5ct Emerald 1ctw Diamonds 14K Green White Gold Ø 5 US / 4.3gr
Located in SE
measuring 9 mm x 6.5 mm x 4.25 mm deep / ca. 2.5 ct. There are 31 Diamonds with diameters between Ø 1.25
Category

Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Cluster Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

1.6 Carat Pear Round Diamond Chevron Ring 18 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
. :- 1.65 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 COLOR H-I ) Ring Size :- 7 US All size available
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Round Pear Emerald Cut Diamond Wrap Ring 14 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
round pear-shaped diamond with harmonious balance. The ring is a size 7 US and may be resized to larger
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

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

1.6 Carat Pear Round Diamond Chevron Ring 14 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Wt. :- 1.65 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 COLOR H-I ) Ring Size :- 7 US All size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

2.5 Ct Blue Sapphire 1.2Ct Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat White Gold Estate
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 2.5 Ct Blue Sapphire & Approximately 1.2 Ct Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat White
Category

Early 2000s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

2 ct moissanite engagement ring in 14k gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
: 3 gr depends from size Gemstones: Central round diamond cut moissanite - 2 ct, D/VS Side small
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

14k Gold

2 ct moissanite engagement ring in 14k gold
2 ct moissanite engagement ring in 14k gold
$957 Sale Price / item
50% Off
Tanzanite, diamonds 14k gold ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14k gold ring with tanzanite and diamonds. Flower ring. Round tanzanite ring. Small ring with
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold

Tanzanite, diamonds 14k gold ring
Tanzanite, diamonds 14k gold ring
$430 Sale Price / item
55% Off
Pear Round Oval Marquise Diamond Wrap Ring 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
gm 14k White Gold Wt. :- 2.36 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 1.02 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Elegant Amethyst Ring with Diamonds
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
gemstone: Amethyst: round shape, violet color, Si clarity, 0.70 ct Diamonds: G/VS1, brilliant cut, 0.10 ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Silver

Elegant Amethyst Ring with Diamonds
Elegant Amethyst Ring with Diamonds
$335 Sale Price / item
50% Off
Garnet, Diamonds 14k gold ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Garnet, diamonds 14k gold ring. January birthstone ring. Round garnet ring. 14k solid gold
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold

Garnet, Diamonds 14k gold ring
Garnet, Diamonds 14k gold ring
$430 Sale Price / item
55% Off
14k Gold Pave Band with SI/H 0.80Ct Marquise Round Diamond Enamel Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
14k Gold Pave Band with SI/H 0.80Ct Marquise & Round Diamond Enamel Ring The marquise and round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural 0.78 Carat Round Pear Diamond Cuff Ring 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Wt. :- 1.8 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.78 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 COLOR H-I
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Natural 0.78 Carat Round Pear Diamond Cuff Ring 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
. :- 2.25 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.78 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 COLOR H-I ) Ring Size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.22 Ct. Diamond and Emerald Step Shoulder Art Deco Style Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
round diamonds at its corners. Hand fabricated in white gold with milgrain edging. The ring would make a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Spinel, Diamonds 14k gold ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
stones: Diamond: 18 pieces, weight - 0.10 ct , G/VS, round brilliant cut. 💍Item will be done for
Category

2010s Russian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Spinel, Gold, 14k Gold

Spinel, Diamonds 14k gold ring
Spinel, Diamonds 14k gold ring
$598 Sale Price / item
37% Off
1.65 Carat Pear Round Marquise Diamond Spring Ring 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
White Gold Wt. :- 4.15 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 1.65 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 COLOR
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.65 Carat Pear Round Marquise Diamond Spring Ring 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Wt. :- 5.19 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 1.65 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 COLOR H-I
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural 0.51 Carat Round Diamond Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Handmade Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
. :- 3.09 gm 14k Yellow Gold Wt. :- 2.99 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.51 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

All Tariffs Paid Pear Round Diamond Half Eternity Band Ring 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
All Tariffs Paid Pear Round Diamond Half Eternity Band Ring 18k White Gold This ring features half
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Real 0.52 Carat Pear Round Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Gold Wt. :- 1.82 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.52 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 COLOR H-I
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Real 0.52 Carat Pear Round Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
. :- 2.28 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.52 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 COLOR H-I ) Ring Size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.64 Carat Oval Pear Round Diamond Chevron Ring 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
sophistication. This captivating ring features a stunning combination of oval, pear, and round diamonds, totaling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Amethyst Onyx Diamond Cluster Band 14k Emerald Ct 1.47ctw Ring 8 1/2
Located in Greensboro, NC
Cut: Emerald Color: Purple Natural Onyx Cut: Baguette Color: Black Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .12ctw
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

4.55 Carat Round Pear Diamond Band Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold Handmade Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
Jewelry ✦Gemstone: Natural Diamond ✦Gemstone Cut: Pear & Round ✦Diamond Weight: 4.55 ct. Approx. ✦Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

0.90 Carat Baguette Round Diamond Band Ring 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
. :- 0.90 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 COLOR H-I ) Ring Size :- 7 US All size available
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Minimalist Emerald Cut and Round Diamond Two Stone Ring 14K Solid Yellow Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Minimalist Emerald Cut and Round Diamond Two Stone Ring 14K Solid Yellow Gold This contemporary
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.12 Carat Baguette Round Diamond Leaf Cluster Cocktail Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
1.12 Carat Baguette Round Diamond Leaf Cluster Cocktail Ring 18 Karat White Gold Celebrate the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.12 Carat Baguette Round Diamond Leaf Cluster Cocktail Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
1.12 Carat Baguette Round Diamond Leaf Cluster Cocktail Ring 14 Karat White Gold Celebrate the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

3.99 Carat Marquise Round Diamond Cage Ring 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Jewelry ✦Gemstone: Natural Diamond ✦Gemstone Cut: Marquise & Round ✦Diamond Weight: 3.99 ct. Approx
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Classic Pear Emerald Halo Ring 1.00 ct with 2-Tier Diamonds 14k White Gold Lv
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
Celebrate a May loved one with this emerald and diamond ring! This could make a perfect graduation
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.64 Carat Oval Pear Round Diamond Chevron Ring 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Elevate your style and make a lasting impression with the 1.64 Carat Oval Pear & Round Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

7.33 Carat H/SI Round Baguette Diamond Engagement Ring 18k White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Celebrate your forever with a ring that speaks of love, purity, and trust. Our natural diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

7.33 Carat H/SI Round Baguette Diamond Engagement Ring 14k White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Celebrate your forever with a ring that speaks of love, purity, and trust. Our natural diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.57 Carat Turquoise Ring 0.70 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
gemstone and 0.70 carats of sparkling diamonds. The ring is a size 7 US and may be resized to larger or
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.86 Carat Pear Round Diamond Cuff Ring 18 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
Diamond Wt. :- 0.86 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 COLOR H-I ) Ring Size :- 7 US All
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold Round Brilliant Diamond Wedding Band
Located in Washington Depot, CT
diamond weight: .40 ct. Diamond color: H Diamond clarity: SI1 Ring Size: 5 Weight: 1.5 dwt. / 2.4 gr
Category

20th Century Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

0.67 Carat SI/H Baguette Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring White Gold
Located in Diera, Dubai
Diamond Wt. :- 0.67 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Ring Size :- 7 US ✦ Import
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold

1.30 Carat Round Pear Diamond Wedding Ring 14 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
. :- 2.15 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 1.30 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Ring Size :- 7
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

1.30 Carat Round Pear Diamond Wedding Ring 18 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
. :- 2.63 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 1.30 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Ring Size :- 7
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

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5 Ct Round Diamond Rings For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of 5 ct round diamond rings. Frequently made of Gold, White Gold and Yellow Gold, these items were constructed with great care. Find a collection of 225 vintage versions or 1888 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 19th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of 5 ct round diamond rings to choose from, but Modern and Contemporary 5 ct round diamond rings are of considerable interest. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by LB Exclusive, Tiffany Co. and Mark Broumand are consistently popular. There are many round cut, oval cut and uncut 5 ct round diamond rings for sale. If you’re browsing the variety of 5 ct round diamond rings for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.

How Much are 5 Ct Round Diamond Rings?

Prices for 5 ct round diamond rings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $100 and can go as high as $926,678, while 5 ct round diamond rings, on average, fetch $1,812.

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.