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Daisy Diamond Cluster Ring with Diamond Shoulders in Platinum
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
Embrace the delicate charm and exceptional elegance of this Daisy Diamond cluster ring. Crafted in
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2010s British Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Art Nouveau Diamond Double Daisy Cluster Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
This delicate antique cluster ring has been modelled in the popular double daisy style. The offset
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Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Ruby Diamond Cluster Ring, Daisy Design, Diamond Shoulders, 18 Carat
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
A vintage ruby and diamond cluster with with a very pretty spin on the daisy design being set with
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Victorian 18 Carat Gold Platinum Double Daisy Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
diamonds in daisy shaped clusters. 0.35 carat. 13mm x 9mm overall cluster. CONDITION ; Very good for age
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20th Century British Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Platinum

Diamond Triple Daisy Cluster Illusion Three Stone Ring in Platinum
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
A gorgeous Diamond triple Daisy cluster ring—a pinnacle of sophistication and brilliance. The
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Edwardian 2.10 Carat Old Cut Diamond platinum Daisy Cluster Ring
Located in Theydon Bois, Essex
A wonderful, wonderful ring. So often these daisy clusters can skimp on the size of the stones
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

18 Karat Triple Daisy Flower Cluster Diamond Est. 1.20 Carat Ring
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A striking triple cluster diamond ring designed as three daisy clusters in a broad half eternity
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Early 2000s British Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Large 2.00 Carat Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Daisy Cluster Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
A stylish 18 carat yellow gold and diamond ring. ​The daisy cluster is comprising of seven round
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Contemporary 1.00ct Brilliant Cut Diamond Set Daisy Cluster Ring in Platinum
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
This fabulous Daisy cluster ring has a total of 1.00ct Modern Brilliant cut Diamonds and sparkles
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21st Century and Contemporary British Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

18 Carat Gold Daisy Cluster Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Vintage Ring
Located in Hamilton, AU
Forged in 18 carat gold is this ever so darling vintage cluster ring featuring a bright centre
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20th Century Unknown Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Edwardian Diamond Cluster Ring in the Daisy Style, with Nine Old Cut Diamonds
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
Such a sweet nine stone diamond cluster ring in the popular daisy flower design - an iconic design
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Mid 20th Century 2.07 Carat Old Cut Diamond Triple Daisy Cluster Ring
Located in Theydon Bois, Essex
An impressive triple daisy cluster, set with 20 bright and lively diamonds. The central trio of old
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Mid-20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Edwardian Double Daisy Diamond Ring 18ct Gold 1 Carat Cluster Crossover
Located in Kenley surrey, GB
Antique 18 K Gold (750/1000), Platinum and Old Cut Diamonds Edwardian Double Daisy Diamond Ring
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Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

VS1 0.95 Carat Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Daisy Cluster Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
A beautifully designed ladies daisy cluster ring. A solid 18 carat yellow gold example. ​Designed
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cluster Rings

Georgian 15 Carat Gold Pearl Diamond Enamel Daisy Cluster Mourning Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
A true Georgian period daisy cluster mourning ring. Solid 15 carat rose gold example. ​Designed
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Antique 18th Century British George III Cluster Rings

Materials

Pearl, 15k Gold

18 Karat Yellow and White Gold Diamond Daisy Art Deco Style Cluster Ring
Located in East Grinstead, GB
18 Karat Yellow & White Gold Diamond Daisy Art Deco Style Cluster Ring A traditional style nine
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2010s British Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Daisy Diamond Bezel Set Cluster Ring in 18ct Yellow and White Gold
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
A beautiful vintage Daisy Diamond cluster ring. Featuring in the centre of this cluster is an Old
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21st Century and Contemporary British Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

1.85ct Diamond Daisy Halo Cluster Ring Set in 18ct Yellow Gold and Platinum
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
Such a stunning contemporary Daisy cluster ring has been made to resemble a 1920's style ring. It
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Dainty Edwardian Daisy Diamond Cluster Ring Crafted in 18ct Yellow Gold and Plat
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
Diamonds with the centre stone being slightly larger creating a Daisy shape in a Platinum top. It was hand
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Vintage 1910s European Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

1.85ct Diamond Daisy Halo Cluster Ring set in 18ct Yellow Gold and Platinum
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
Such a stunning contemporary Daisy cluster that has been made to resemble a 1920's style ring. It
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Art Nouveau Diamond Daisy Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A cool antique diamond daisy ring with twisted cross-over shoulders. The head and shoulders alike
Category

Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Cluster Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Edwardian Diamond Daisy Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A pretty Edwardian diamond daisy ring; small but perfectly formed. The head is home to seven white
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Edwardian Diamond Daisy Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A cool antique diamond daisy ring dating from the early 20th Century. The head is finely detailed
Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Edwardian Diamond Daisy Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A lovely Edwardian diamond daisy ring modelled in 18 karat gold with millegrain platinum settings
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Edwardian Diamond Daisy Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A fine Edwardian diamond daisy ring dating from the early 20th Century. The head is finished in
Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Diamond Daisy Gold Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A pretty vintage daisy cluster ring, with 11 brilliant cut diamonds in delicate millegrain platinum
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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 15k Gold, Platinum

Antique Edwardian Sapphire Diamond Daisy Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A sweet antique cluster ring with sapphires and diamonds millegrain platinum settings. The head
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Edwardian Sapphire Diamond Daisy Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A pretty sapphire and diamond daisy ring dating to the Edwardian era, c.1910. It’s modelled in 18k
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Stunning Vs 1.85 Carat and 18 Carat White Gold Daisy Cluster Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
A 1.85 carat diamond and 18 carat gold cluster ring. SIZE ; K UK, 5 1/4 US, sizeable ​White gold
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20th Century British Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Edwardian Old Cut Diamond Daisy Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A perfectly formed diamond daisy ring dating from the early 20th Century, circa 1910. It's set with
Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Late Victorian Old Mine Cut Diamond Daisy Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A pretty late Victorian cluster ring set with seven old mine cut diamonds arranged on a hexagonal
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Early 20th Century English Late Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco 1.10 Carat Old Cut Diamond Daisy Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A sweet Art Deco diamond daisy ring, larger scale than they usually are, and set with old Euro
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Early 20th Century Opal and Diamond Triple Daisy Ring
Located in Brooklyn, NY
European cut diamonds. The gems are set in platinum atop an 18k yellow gold mounting with an attractive
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum

18 Karat Gold and Silver Diamond Daisy Flower Ring, 1960s
Located in Sydney, NSW
A diamond oversized daisy flower ring - this unique and playful design consists of a central round
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Vintage 1960s Australian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Victorian 1.55 Carat Diamond Rare Cluster Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
daisy cluster design adding .90 Ct of more Diamonds . TCW is 1.55 Ct of glistening full of sparkle old
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Antique 1860s Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Emerald and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Daisy Cluser Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
A solid 18 carat gold, emerald and diamond cluster ring. Designed in solid 18 carat white gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

Vintage 9ct Gold Sapphire Diamond Cluster Ring 375 Purity
Located in Camelford, GB
diamond in daisy cluster. All gemstones are natural Earth mined. Age: Vintage 20th Century (c1970s
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20th Century British Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat White Gold Diamond Art Deco Style Cluster Ring
Located in East Grinstead, GB
ring. Central daisy cluster of nine white brilliant cut diamond with a further two brilliant cut
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2010s British Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Georgian 15 Carat Gold and Rose Cut Diamond Flower Halo Cluster Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
A very fine late Georgian period flower shaped Diamond and 15ct Gold cluster ring. C1820. SIZE ; G
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Antique 19th Century British George III Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Daisy Cluster 1.10 Carat Diamond Earrings in 18 Carat White Gold
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
A lovely piece that will stand the test of time, these beautiful Diamond cluster earrings resemble
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Contemporary 1.10ct Old Cut Diamond Set Daisy Cluster Ring in Platinum
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
This fabulous Daisy cluster ring has a total of 1.10ct Old European cut Diamonds and sparkles with
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Contemporary Daisy Cluster 1.30ct Diamond Earrings in 18ct White and Yellow Gold
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
A lovely piece that will stand the test of time, these beautiful Diamond cluster earrings resemble
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat White Gold Vintage Diamond Drop Daisy Cluster Earrings 0.75 Carat
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A pretty pair of 18k white gold diamond (est. O.75cts for the pair) drop earrings. The largest
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Retro Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

0.90 Carat Diamond Daisy Earrings, Cluster Style Studs, 18 Carat White Gold
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
A pair of stunning vintage diamond stud earrings, probably circa 1950's/1960's. Set to the centre
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage circa 1990s 18 Carat Gold Cognac Diamond Daisy Flower Cluster Ring
Located in Hamilton, AU
round brilliant cognac diamond within a flower cluster of shimmering round brilliant diamonds. This
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20th Century Unknown Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Edwardian Old Cut Diamond Double Daisy Pendant Necklace c1905
Located in Theydon Bois, Essex
Delicately crafted and beautifully realised. A slightly larger daisy cluster of nine diamonds is
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage Circa 1990s Brilliant Diamond Flower Cluster Ring 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Our Velma Ring is an 18 carat gold vision. With her sparkling diamonds set in a 'Daisy' cluster
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1990s Unknown Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Old European Cut Early 20th Century English Diamond Daisy Cluster
Located in Brisbane City, Queensland
18ct two tone gold diamond daisy cluster with diamond shoulders centre diamond old european cut
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Early 20th Century British Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage 18ct Gold Old Cut Diamond Daisy Cluster Ring
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A very pretty and timeless 18ct yellow and white gold 'daisy' design diamond cluster ring set with
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Late 20th Century British Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Contemporary 1.70 Carat Total Diamond Daisy Cluster Ring in Platinum
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
This fabulous Contemporary Daisy cluster ring dazzles on the hand with a total of 1.70ct of
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique 18 Carat Gold Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Daisy Cluster Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
A true antique Sapphire and Diamond ring. c1930. Solid 18 carat yellow gold example with platinum
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20th Century British Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Platinum

Edwardian Double Pearl and Diamond Daisy Cluster Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
lustre with a total of 21 Old Cut Diamond surround forming a double Daisy Cluster style with an 18ct
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

1812 Georgian 18 Carat Gold Pearl and Diamond Daisy Cluster Mourning Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
A true Georgian period daisy cluster mourning ring. Solid 18 carat yellow gold example. ​Designed
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Antique Early 19th Century British Early Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Pearl, 15k Gold

Edwardian Style 1.85ct Old Cut Diamond Daisy Cluster Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
Elevate your jewellery collection with this stunning Edwardian Style Daisy Cluster Ring, adorned
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21st Century and Contemporary British Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Modern 1.05 Carat Diamond set Daisy Cluster Ring in Platinum
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
This fabulous Daisy cluster ring has a total of 1.05ct Brilliant cut Diamonds and sparkles with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Dainty Edwardian Daisy Diamond Cluster Ring Crafted in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
Diamonds with the centre being slightly larger and having a total weight of 0.16ct. It was hand crafted in
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Old Cut Diamond and Emerald 18 Carat Gold Daisy Cluster Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
seven old cut diamonds to the centre creating a daisy cluster head with full calibre cut emeralds
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

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Diamond Daisy Cluster For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact diamond daisy cluster you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Platinum. Find an antique version now, or shop for 174 vintage or 35 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect diamond daisy cluster may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. 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. Creating a diamond daisy cluster has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Baume, Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc. and Faye Kim are consistently popular. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and old european cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a diamond daisy cluster, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Diamond Daisy Cluster?

On average, a diamond daisy cluster at 1stDibs sells for $3,093, while they’re typically $445 on the low end and $34,683 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.