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Beautiful 18K Yellow Gold Diamond (2 carat) Eternity Ring, US size 6 1/2.
Located in Canterbury, England
This beautiful 18K yellow gold eternity ring consist of 2 carat diamonds. This stunning piece comes
Category

2010s Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

1950s 1.20 Carat Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Full Eternity Ring- Size 6 3/4
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This exceptional, fine and impressive vintage full eternity ring has been crafted in 18k yellow
Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 K Rose White Yellow Gold 1.62 Carat Diamond Handmade Milgrain Eternity Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
brilliant-cut diamonds. Total carat 1,62 ct. . size EU 54/ US 6 3/4 . A new ring can be custom made to
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Antique Late 19th Century Belgian Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

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

Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Eternity Band
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Eternity Band. Featuring 30 round brilliant cut diamonds with a total
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21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

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

Diamond Wavy Eternity Ring 18k Yellow Gold Undulating Stacking Band
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish estate diamond eternity ring crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. Diamonds total an estimated
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Half Eternity Ring
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Half Eternity Ring Totalling Approx 0.90ct, G/H Colour, VS/SI Clarity
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Eternity Band
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Eternity Band. Featuring 29 square step cut diamonds with a
Category

1990s Wedding Rings

Materials

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

0.95ctw Diamond Eternity Band 18k Yellow Gold Stackable Anniversary Wedding Ring
Located in McLeansville, NC
Band / Shank Width: 3 mm This ring is a size 6 1/2.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.02Ct Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Half Eternity Ring - Contemporary Circa 2000
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive contemporary 1.02 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold, platinum set half
Category

Early 2000s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baguette Cut Diamond Eternity Band Ring Set in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
A classic eternity baguette diamond band ring featuring 1.57 carats of diamonds graded HI color and
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sapphire and Diamond Half Eternity Band Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in London, England
A lovely diamond and sapphire half eternity ring set in 18k yellow gold. The ring is composed of
Category

2010s British Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Emerald and Diamond Half Eternity Ring Set in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in London, England
A lovely diamond and emerald half eternity ring set in 18k yellow gold. The ring is composed of 7
Category

2010s Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Eternity Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Campanelli Pear
Located in Troy, MI
an engagement ring. Weighs 1.8 grams. Ring Size 6. Diamonds 0.54 cttw
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Half Eternity Band
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Half Eternity Band. Featuring five round brilliant cut diamonds
Category

Vintage 1980s Wedding Rings

Materials

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

Fancy Yellow Diamond Eternity Wedding Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
. The total weight of the diamonds is 4.82 carats. Set in 18k rose gold. Size 6 US. Style available in
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21st Century and Contemporary American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Diamond Yellow Gold Half Eternity Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 0.75 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold half eternity ring; part
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Vintage 1970s English Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Eternity Band Ring
By Manfredi
Located in Greenwich, CT
weight adorning this gorgeous ring and give it an eye-catching sparkle. Size 6
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Band Rings

Materials

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

18k Yellow Gold 3.63ctw Emerald Diamond 2 Row 5.9mm Wide Eternity Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
- 2.2mm to 2.3mm - 2.75ctw (approx.) Total Carat Weight: 3.63ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Cartier Diamond Eternity Ring
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k yellow gold Cartier princess cut diamond eternity ring. The ring is set with 11 princess cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Buccellati Macri Diamond 18k Gold Eternity Band Ring
By Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
This enchanting Diamond eternity ring by Buccellati is crafted in 18K Two-tone gold. This
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Classic 18k Yellow Gold Emerald Cut Diamond Channel Set Eternity Ring 5.10 Carat
By Gregory Mikaelian Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
: 18k yellow gold type: Eternity ring Our pieces are all accompanied by an appraisal performed by
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Contemporary Diamond and Yellow Gold Half Eternity Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive contemporary 0.56 carat diamond and 18k yellow gold, 18k white gold set half eternity
Category

Early 2000s English Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Eternity Band Ring
By Campanelli Pear
Located in Troy, MI
You cannot go wrong with this eternally classic ring crafted in 18k yellow gold with 34 round
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fancy Yellow and White Diamonds Eternity Wedding Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous eternity wedding band features 6 natural fancy yellow princess cut diamonds, weighing
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21st Century and Contemporary American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

3.89 Carat Radiant Fancy Yellow Diamond Eternity Band Ring
By GEMME
Located in New York, NY
3.89 Carats. Set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold. Finger Size 6
Category

2010s American Band Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald and Diamond Half Eternity Ring Set in 18k Yellow and White Gold
Located in London, England
A lovely diamond and emerald half eternity ring set in 18k yellow and white gold. The ring is
Category

2010s Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

1990s French 2.72 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Eternity Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning vintage 1990s 2.72 carat diamond and 18k yellow gold full eternity ring; part of our
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1990s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fancy Vivid Radiant Yellow Diamond Gold Eternity Band Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
5.82ct t.w. Fits Ring sizes 6- 7 1/2 We can alter this ring to any finger size at no charge
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

18K Yellow Gold 7 Carat Marquise, Round and Baguette Eternity Ring
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold round, marquise and baguette vintage eternity band. 7.00cts worth of diamonds
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20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Eternity Stretchable Band Ring
By Campanelli Pear
Located in Troy, MI
and would complement an engagement ring. Ring size 6-7.5. 3.6mm wide Diamonds 0.82 cttw, SI, G
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21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Gold Eternity Band Ring
By H H Jewels
Located in Miami, FL
yellow gold as well as white diamonds. This is an original H&H design (size 6).
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

5.88 Ct Natural Yellow Diamond Eternity Band Ring in 18kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Offered here is a gorgeous Diamond Eternity Band Ring in 18kt Yellow Gold. Diamonds: 19 natural
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2010s American Band Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.31 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Eternity Band Ring
By H H Jewels
Located in Miami, FL
This eternity band ring features 0.31 carat of round diamonds (G/H/VSI1) pave set. Affixed to an 18
Category

2010s American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Eighteen Karat Rose Gold Asscher Shaped Diamond Eternity Band Finger Size 6
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
diamond shape. Ring size 6 Ring cannot be resized Ring can be reordered in your finger size, metal and
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2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Tiffany Co. Diamond Eternity Yellow Gold Wedding Band Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Eternity Wedding Band Ring by Tiffany & Co. With 20 round brilliant cut
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20th Century American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Diamond Gold Platinum Eternity Band Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Style: Eternity Band Material: Platinum and 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Details: Approximately
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Late 20th Century More Rings

Materials

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

French 1.32 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Full Eternity Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage French 1.32 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold full eternity ring; part
Category

Vintage 1980s French Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. Schlumberger Diamond Platinum Yellow Gold Eternity Band Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
Tastefully interspersed with intriguing 18K yellow gold segments which break the harmonious bright
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Eternity Band Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Eternity Band Ring. Featuring 20 round brilliant cut
Category

1990s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage French Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds 18K Yellow Gold Half Eternity Band
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. Crafted in 18 karat yellow gold with French hallmarks. Circa 1970. The ring is a size 6 3/4 and may be
Category

Vintage 1970s French Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.00 Carat Diamond Five-Stone Yellow Gold Half Eternity Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A contemporary 1.00 carat diamond, 18k yellow gold, 18k white gold set, five stone ring; part of
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Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Contemporary Rainbow Sapphire and Diamond Half Eternity in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in London, England
A beautiful rainbow sapphire and diamond half eternity ring set in 18k yellow gold. The ring is
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2010s British Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green ...

Alexander Beverly Hills 7.08ct Oval Diamond Eternity Band 18k Rose Gold S.6
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
, 7.08 carats. Approximately G/H color diamonds and VS clarity. 18-karat yellow gold, 4.29 grams, size 6
Category

2010s American Modern Band Rings

Materials

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

Tiffany Co. Brilliant Cut Diamond 18ct Yellow Gold Full Eternity Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. Brilliant Cut Diamond 18ct Yellow Gold Full Eternity Ring Brand- Tiffany & Co. Model
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21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. Brilliant Cut Diamond 18ct Yellow Gold Full Eternity Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. Brilliant Cut Diamond 18ct Yellow Gold Full Eternity Ring Brand- Tiffany & Co. Model
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fred of Paris Princess Cut Diamond Eternity Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Feasterville, PA
A magnificent Fred of Paris diamond ring showcasing princess cut diamonds in shimmering 18k yellow
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Early 2000s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1.68 Carat Diamonds Blue Sapphire Double Half Eternity Ring 18k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 1.68 Carat Diamonds & Blue Sapphire Double Half Eternity Ring 18k Gold. The ring is a
Category

Vintage 1980s Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Eternity Channel Set Diamond Band Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
PS83966. The band fits a size 6½. The gross weight is 2.33 grams of 18 karat yellow gold.
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Platinum Gold 6.89 Carat Yellow Diamond Halo Eternity Band Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
Platinum & Gold 6.18 Carat Yellow Diamond Halo Eternity Band Ring Metal: Platinum & 18k yellow
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Gold, Platinum

Diamond and Ruby Half Eternity Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in London, England
A beautiful diamond and ruby half eternity ring set in 18k yellow gold. The ring is composed of 9
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2010s British Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Stephen Webster 18 Karat Yellow Gold Deco Diamond Full Eternity Ring
By Stephen Webster
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
Brilliant Diamonds Totalling 1.10cts in an Octagonal Design. Set in 18k Yellow Gold. Finger Size UK L, EU
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Asscher Cut Diamond Gold Eternity Band Ring
Located in Miami, FL
yellow gold borders. This unique estate eternity band is in very good condition. Ring Size: approx. 6
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

William Rosenberg 18 Karat Yellow Gold 1.49 Carat Pave Diamond Eternity Ring
By William Rosenberg
Located in Troy, MI
Expertly crafted eternity band by William Rosenberg made from 18 karat royal yellow gold with 3 row
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany Co. Ruby and Diamond Half Eternity Ring in Yellow Gold
By Tiffany Co.
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage Tiffany & Co. diamond and ruby half eternity ring set in 18k yellow gold. The
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Early 2000s Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Carat Gold Eternity Ring with Diamonds
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat yellow gold band ring with a turning inner eternity ring set with brilliant cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Band Rings

Materials

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

Vintage French 1.95 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Full Eternity Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning vintage 1980s 1.95 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold full eternity ring; part of
Category

Vintage 1980s French Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold East, West Style Baguette Diamond Eternity Band Ring
By Campanelli Pear
Located in Troy, MI
Expertly crafted in royal 18 karat yellow gold this timeless baguette cut diamond eternity band is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Eternity Ring Yellow 18k Diamond Size 6 For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact eternity ring yellow 18k diamond size 6 you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and yellow gold. You can easily find a 152 antique edition and 426 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a eternity ring yellow 18k diamond size 6 may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating a eternity ring yellow 18k diamond size 6 has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Roman Malakov, Tiffany Co. and Georgios Collections Inc are consistently popular. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and cushion cut alternatives. Most of our eternity ring yellow 18k diamond size 6 for sale are for women, but there are 240 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Eternity Ring Yellow 18k Diamond Size 6?

On average, a eternity ring yellow 18k diamond size 6 at 1stDibs sells for $3,998, while they’re typically $100 on the low end and $351,000 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.