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Colombian Emerald 2.12 carats with AGL Gem Report in Antique Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
emeralds to complete the finely detailed ring. Col. Emerald: 2.02 cts aprx AGL 1096271, No Oil Pear
Category

Vintage 1920s French Belle Époque Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Carved Citrine, Topaz, Ruby, Diamond Gold Enamel Ring
By William Llewellyn Griffiths
Located in Melbourne, Vic
in a lifetime. Handcrafted in both 18kt yellow and white gold this ring is a testament to William’s
Category

2010s Australian Gothic Revival Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Ruby, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold, ...

Antique Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Tiara Ring .86 ctw
Located in Joelton, TN
A Belle Époque Pear and Round Rose Cut Diamond Tiara Ring in 14ct Yellow Gold Unlock the charm of
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Antique 19th Century Dutch Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

14K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring Size 7 Featuring 29.68ct Opal, Sapphire, and Diamo
Located in Holtsville, NY
in blue, orange, and yellow hues, totaling over 3 carats. Enhancing the ring's brilliance, 72 near
Category

2010s American Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Burmese No Heat 3.31 ct Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Wimberley, TX
embellished with a pear, almost heart shaped diamond with a total estimated weight of .85 carats (H-I color
Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold

Zoe and Morgan Iris 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Wedding Bands
By Zoe and Morgan
Located in London, GB
shape reflects a symbol of power and majesty, the petal segments each set with pear shaped diamonds
Category

2010s British Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Giulians 18K 6.76ct Australian Black Opal and Diamond Halo Ring
By Giulians
Located in Sydney, NSW
Giulians 18k Art Deco inspired 6.76ct Australian Black Opal and diamond ring. This ring features a
Category

2010s Australian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

Champagne Ring
Located in Overland Park, KS
Pear Shape Fancy Yellow VS Approximately 2 Total Carat Weight 18k White Gold Total Carat Weight is
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2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Duo Column Crown Ring
Located in New York, NY
Column Crown Ring in 18k yellow and white gold with fancy-cut diamonds. - Round, pear, baguette
Category

2010s Emirian Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Lady s Opal and Engagement Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
. Brightness of fire is somewhat bright with cabochon, oval and pears shaped. 6 round brilliant cut diamond
Category

Vintage 1970s American Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Carat Gold Aquamarine, Rubelite and White Diamond Gold Earrings
By Rochfort Fine Jewellery
Located in Sydney, NSW
18 Carat Aquamarine, Rubelite and White Diamond Gold Earrings Blossom Collection Aquamarine and
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, White Diamond, Rubelite, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 1.54 Carat Pear Yellow Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1960s pear shape fancy intense yellow 1.54 carat diamond three-stone engagement ring. GIA
Category

Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.19 Carat Yellow Pear Shape Diamond Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
. Total weight for pink diamonds 0.92 carat. The ring made in 18K rose gold. The ring is size 6 US
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold

2.0 Carat Pear Shaped Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Set in 14 karat yellow gold is a 2.0 carat Pear Shaped Blue Sapphire with 28 baguette cut diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

11.72 Carat Pear Shape Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Spectacular diamond ring crafted in 18 Karat Yellow Gold, showcasing a magnificent GIA Certified
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

7.01 Carat Ethiopian Pear Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
ring is set in 18k Yellow Gold. Total Diamond Weight = 0.38 Carats. Ring Size is 6 1/2.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique GIA 1.91 Carats Pear Shape Cut Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Antique GIA 1.91 Carats Pear Shape Cut Diamond Yellow Gold Ring. Featuring one GIA certified
Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA 2.58 Carat Yellow Pear Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Wedding Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified NATURAL FANCY YELLOW 0.51ct Pear Center Diamond in I2 clarity (appears clear and nice
Category

Early 2000s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum

Edwardian Two Pear Shaped Yellow Diamonds Ring
Located in New York, NY
2.65 carats. One diamond is Fancy Yellow color, VS2 clatiy, and the other is Light Fancy Yellow color
Category

Vintage 1910s Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Platinum

1.90 Carat Rose Cut Pear Gray White Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
This stunning ring features a 1.90 Carat Rose Cut Pear Shape Grey White Diamond with a Diamond Halo
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Peter Suchy 1.54 Carat Pear Yellow White Diamond Platinum Gold Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Fancy intense yellow pear shaped diamond flanked by two white pear shaped diamonds. The center
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

0.80 Carat Pear Shaped Emerald and 0.26 Carat White Diamond Ring
By Alberto
Located in GREAT NECK, NY
Diamonds totaling 0.26 Carat. Set in 14k Yellow Gold for a classic yet chic look. Material: 14k Yellow
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

0.80 Carat Pear Shaped Emerald and 0.26 Carat White Diamond Ring
By Alberto
Located in GREAT NECK, NY
Diamonds totaling 0.26 Carat. Set in 14k Yellow Gold for a classic yet chic look. Material: 14k Yellow
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Retro GIA 2.17 Carat Pear Shape Diamond 18K Yellow White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Center Stone: Pear Shape Diamond Certificate: GIA #2235376812 Weight: 2.17 Carat Color: J Clarity
Category

20th Century Retro Engagement Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified 1.05 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Pear Shape Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring Created in 14K White Gold. There is a 1.05 beautiful pear
Category

2010s American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

8.44 Carat Pear Shaped Yellow Beryl Diamond Fashion Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Alberto
Located in GREAT NECK, NY
14K White Gold 1 Pear Shaped Yellow Beryl at 8.44 Carats 6 Brilliant Round White Diamonds at 0.08
Category

2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Beryl, Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Beryl, White Gold, 14k Gold

J. Birnbach GIA 4.67 Carat Fancy Yellow Pear Shape Diamond Three-Stone Ring
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
18K yellow gold, the ring showcases a vibrant 4.67 carat pear shape Fancy Yellow diamond, certified by
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Blue Pear Sapphire and Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Towson, MD
This striking 1980s ring is crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and showcases a vibrant pear-shaped
Category

Vintage 1980s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

New 1.5ctw Pear Diamond Engagement Ring 14k Yellow Gold Size 6.25
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gem: Natural Diamonds - 1.50 Total Carats - Solitaire - 0.98 Carats, Pear Brilliant Cut, H Color
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Pear Diamond and Opal Oval Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
pear diamonds that amount to 0.24 carats. The ring weighs 6.8 grams, boasting band thickness of 3 mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Bulgari 2.01 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Weston, MA
A 2.01 carat fancy intense yellow pear modified brilliant-cut diamond with two pear-shaped diamonds
Category

20th Century Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Feriozzi 1.68 Carat Pear Emerald Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Set in the center is a 1.68 carat pear emerald, flanked by one double and one triple row of
Category

Vintage 1980s More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.70 Carats Diamond Fancy Colored Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Pear Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pear shaped cluster ring centers a pear cut fancy colored diamond weighing approximately 1.00 carat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, W...

GIA Certified 5.58 Deep Brown Yellow Diamond Pear Cocktail Ring
By Issac Nussbaum
Located in New York, NY
with approximate 6 carat total weight . this ring is unique as its pear brilliant not modified. this
Category

Vintage 1960s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Platinum

Yellow Gold Pear Diamond and Opal Oval Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
pear diamonds that amount to 0.24 carats. The ring weighs 6.8 grams, boasting band thickness of 3 mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

3.46 Carat Pear Shape Orange Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
center stone. Total Diamond Weight = 0.67 Carats. Ring Size is 6 1/2.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 6.21 Carat Pear Shape Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
yellow gold prongs on the Emerald. Total diamond weight = 0.66 carats. Ring Size is 6 1/2.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified Cocktail Ring with 2.00 Carat Fancy Light Yellow Pear Shape
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
cut diamonds Design of the ring is one of a kind that you won`t see anywhere else! A true eye catcher
Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Pear Cut Colombian Emerald Diamond Cocktail Ring 18K White Gold Size 6
Located in New York, NY
weight: Approximately 1.40 carats. Diamond quality: G-H color and VS-SI clarity. Ring size: 6. Band width
Category

2010s Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Pear Cut Opal and Diamond Minimalist Ring
Located in McLeansville, NC
14k yellow gold pear cut opal and diamond minimalist ring. A free from ring with an opal
Category

Vintage 1970s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Fancy Yellow and Pink 6 Carat Diamonds 18 Karat Gold Wild Flowers Ring
Located in Miami, FL
-purple diamonds surrounded with natural earth mined fancy yellow pear shaped diamonds with a total weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Roman 1 Carat Pear Gold Vintage Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Classic vintage ring, it features a sparkling colorless Pear diamond of 1 carat mounted on 18k
Category

Late 20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Natural Aquamarine Ring Pear Shape 13.70 Carats
By Tamir
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Aquamarine ring featuring a highly prized, 13.70 carat natural, unheated Aquamarine pear shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Beryl, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Other, 18k Go...

1.16ctw Pear Tanzanite Diamond Halo Ring 14k Yellow Gold Size 6.75 Engagement
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Tanzanite - Carats - 0.78ct Cut - Pear Brilliant Color - Purple
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Ring, 18 Karat Pear-Shaped Rose Cut 1.16 Carat Custom GIA
Located in Greensboro, NC
This ring is a size 6 1/2, but it can be re-sized up 2 sizes for a $30 fee or down 1 size for a $25
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Pear Diamond and Opal Oval Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
pear diamonds that amount to 0.24 carats. The ring weighs 6.8 grams, boasting band thickness of 3 mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Vintage 0.50ct Pear-Shaped Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in London, England
A classic vintage pear-shaped diamond solitaire ring set in 14k yellow and white gold. The ring
Category

20th Century Solitaire Rings

Materials

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

14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Garnet Pear Shaped Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
This ring is made of 14K yellow gold and set with a garnet and with diamonds that total 0.17 carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Amethyst Pear Shaped Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
This ring is made of 14K yellow gold and weighs 2.7 grams, boasting band thickness of 2 mm and top
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Topaz Pear Shaped Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
This ring is crafted from 14K yellow gold and set with a topaz and a total of 0.17 carats of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

3.25 Carat Emerald and Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By MOGULDIAM INC
Located in New York, NY
) Diamond weight : 1.01 carat ( GH color) Metal : 18K yellow gold Ring Size : 6 Measurement: 17.7 mm by
Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

French 1980s Pear Cut Emerald Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bangle Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. This band ring features a design on the top
Category

Vintage 1980s French Modern Band Rings

Materials

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

Yellow Gold Diamond Ring, 18k Pear-Shaped Rose Cut 1.16ctw Custom GIA Engagement
Located in Greensboro, NC
This ring is a size 6 1/2, but it can be re-sized up 2 sizes for a $30 fee or down 1 size for a $25
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pear Cabochon Burma Ruby Split Double Shank Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
14 Karat yellow gold split shank ring Fine quality pear shaped cabochon ruby weighing 2.72 carats
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold 5.92 Carat Colombian Emerald and Vivid Yellow Diamond Ring
Located in Cape May, NJ
: 5.92 Carats Accent Stone: Round Diamonds Color: Vivid Yellow Clarity: Vs1/2 Carat Weight
Category

2010s More Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

4.14 Carats, Natural Mozambique Ruby Yellow Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and classic, Ruby Cocktail Ring set in 18K Gold & Yellow Diamonds. The weight of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

8 Carat Pear Citrine 75 Diamond Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Gold Antique Retro
Located in New York, NY
This is an absolutely magnificent Citrine Diamond Ring set with a gorgeous 8 Carat Pear Shape
Category

20th Century Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

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6 Carat Yellow Diamond Pear Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the 6 carat yellow diamond pear ring you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 112 vintage or 485 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a 6 carat yellow diamond pear ring may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. A 6 carat yellow diamond pear ring from Roshe Jewels, DGI and Roman Malakov — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Today, if you’re looking for a pear cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and rose cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a 6 carat yellow diamond pear ring, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a 6 Carat Yellow Diamond Pear Ring?

On average, a 6 carat yellow diamond pear ring at 1stDibs sells for $5,999, while they’re typically $525 on the low end and $724,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Finding the Right Rings for You

Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.

No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.

Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.

Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry

The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.

Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.