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Brown Diamonds in Recycled 22K Gold Wedding Band Ring Stackable AB Jewelry NYC
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
A bridal or wedding band ring featuring 5 fancy brown diamonds in recycled 21k gold. Simplicity
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Brown Diamond, 22k Gold, Gold, Ye...

Debra Navarro Pear Yellow Diamond and 18 Karat Gold Solitaire Band Stack Ring
By Debra Navarro
Located in Wichita, KS
yellow gold. This Pebble ring features one bezel set, pear-shape yellow diamond; and five round champagne
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Band Rings

Materials

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

Debra Navarro Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Line Band Ring 1.09 Carats Bezel Set
By Debra Navarro
Located in Wichita, KS
The five-diamond Stepping Stone vertical ring, from our Barefoot Collection, represents each step
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Ye...

Diamond line ring in 18k yellow gold, garter ring
Located in PARIS, FR
Diamond line ring in 18k yellow gold. Adorned with five diamonds, the central one being more
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Vintage 1980s European Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Diamond Boat Shape Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Ring
Located in Preston, Lancashire
Antique diamond five stone boat shape ring, beautifully crafted in 18k yellow gold, fully
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Vintage 1910s British Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ethonica Open Cuff Diamond Ring in 14karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
This diamond open cuff ring wraps the finger in a charming way. The triple band ring features 1.03
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2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

18 Karat Gold Checker Board Pattern Diamond Ring
By Nancy Phillips
Located in Eugene, OR
come in any custom stone choice. The diamond five row ring has 1.59cts of the highest quality diamonds
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2010s Thai Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

M. Hisae Tapered Flush Set White Diamond Band
By M. Hisae Jewelry
Located in Woodbury, CT
impact and safe to wear on all occasions. 14K YELLOW GOLD US SIZE 8 READY TO SHIP STONES ◘ Five sizes
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2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

M. Hisae Tapered Flush Set Champagne Diamond Band
By M. Hisae Jewelry
Located in Woodbury, CT
impact and safe to wear on all occasions. 14K YELLOW GOLD US SIZE 8 READY TO SHIP STONES ◘ Five sizes
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2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

M. Hisae Grey Diamond Cocktail Statement Ring
By M. Hisae Jewelry
Located in Woodbury, CT
The Queen of them all: Lila Suprima. A diamond-encrusted version of the original Lila Ring
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2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Anna Sheffield 14k Yellow or Rose Gold Opal Cosmic Tiara Curve Wedding Band
By Anna Sheffield
Located in New York, NY
illustrative purposes. She wears a Tiara Curve band in yellow gold with white diamonds paired with the Bea Five
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2010s American Band Rings

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Gold Multi Sapphire Checker Board Ring
By Nancy Phillips
Located in Eugene, OR
The Rainbow of Sapphires are on display in this comfortable and every day band ring. Sapphires are
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2010s Thai Modern Band Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold

Mourning Ring
Located in New York, NY
. Description Segmented gold hoop with rounded interior. Five round-edge, center-pinched, rectangular segments
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English Three-Stone Rings

Five Stone Diamond Wedding Band 1.44ct 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
five-stone wedding band. This extraordinary design is an exquisite statement piece featuring five round
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Five Stone Diamond Wedding Band 2.05ct 14k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
five-stone wedding band. This extraordinary design is an exquisite statement piece featuring five round
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.69ctw Diamond Five Stone Anniversary Band in 14kt White Gold
Located in Vienna, VA
your consideration is a previously owned diamond five stone anniversary band in 14K white gold. Boldly
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21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Victorian Diamond, Sapphire and Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Madison area, WI
- Antique Sapphire and Diamond Ring - c. 1880-1900 - 18k yellow gold; three old-mine cut diamonds
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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

1.41 CTW Round Five Stone Diamond Wedding Band in 14K White Gold
Located in Vienna, VA
consideration is a previously owned round five stone diamond wedding band in 14K white gold. This wedding
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21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

0.70 CTW Round Five Stone Diamond Wedding Band in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Vienna, VA
consideration is a previously owned round five stone diamond wedding band in 14K yellow gold. This wedding band
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21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

English 18k Gold Diamond Five Stone Ring, Mid-20th Century
Located in St. Catharines, ON
Beautiful English 18k gold ring, the half hoop set with five graduated antique-cut diamonds, in an
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Mid-20th Century British Victorian Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

18K White Gold Five Stone Round Brilliant Diamond Band 0.49ct circa 2000s
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This contemporary 18K white gold band is complimented with five prong set full cut round brilliant
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Early 2000s Unknown Bridal Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.30 Carat Five-Stone Round Diamond Engagement Ring in White Gold
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous Unique Band Ring Features Five Round Channel Set Diamonds Diamonds Are Set in Terraced
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Edwardian Diamond Five Stone Ring 1.4ct Diamond Dated 1909
Located in Kendal, GB
A stunning antique Edwardian five stone diamond ring made in Chester by Edward Durban & Co in 1909
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Antique Early 1900s European Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Late Victorian Ruby Five Stone and Diamond Cluster Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
quality craftsmanship and stones used. This ring features five bright and beautiful Rubies with a cluster
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Antique 1880s British Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Five Stone No Heat Sapphire 1.6 ctw, Diamond Ring 18k rose gold.
Located in Joelton, TN
Handmade 18K rose gold, 5-stone vivid deep blue violet sapphire and rose cut diamond band. The band
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Antique 1890s European Victorian Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Rose Gold

13.94 Carat Emerald Cut Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Five-Stone Cocktail Ring
By Nicky Burles
Located in Sydney, NSW
A showstopping 13.94 carat emerald cut yellow sapphire crowns this sparkling five stone cocktail
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2010s Australian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold

13.94 Carat Emerald Cut Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Five-Stone Cocktail Ring
By Nicky Burles
Located in Sydney, NSW
A showstopping 13.94 carat emerald cut yellow sapphire crowns this sparkling five stone cocktail
Category

2010s Australian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage 18 Karat and Platinum Diamond Five-Stone Ring 0.53 Carat, circa 1927
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This vintage 18k yellow gold and platinum five stone diamond ring was most likely made in Europe
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Bridal Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond Bezel Set Five Stone Ring in 18ct White and Yello
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
This Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond bezel set five stone ring is a testament to early 20th-century
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Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Fem Ring, 5 Stone Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Long Island City, NY
that classic style in 14k yellow gold and adds a novel spin with five brilliant cut diamonds set into
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2010s American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold Ariel Sapphire Three Stone Engagement Ring, Sapphire Diamond
Located in Toronto, ON
ring features natural greenish-yellow sapphire and white diamonds in our signature prong setting. The
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2010s Canadian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruth Nyc Fem Ring, Dome Style 5 Stone Diamond Ring in 14k White Gold
Located in Long Island City, NY
that classic style in 14k white gold and adds a novel spin with five brilliant cut diamonds set into
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2010s American Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Pear Diamond Delicate Engagement Ring 5 Leaves Wedding band, Two Ring Set
Located in Hertsliya, IL
Minimal style bezel setting pear diamond engagement ring with five leaves nesting ring, lovely
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2010s Israeli Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold and Black Geometric Diamond Band
By Furrer-Jacot
Located in New York, NY
6mm 18k yellow gold band with geometric cut-outs and a high polish finish. The cut-outs are plated
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2010s Swiss Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Furrer Jacot 18 Karat Rose Gold and Black Geometric Diamond Band
By Furrer-Jacot
Located in New York, NY
6mm 18k rose gold band with geometric cut-outs and a high polish finish. The cut-outs are plated
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2010s Swiss Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold

Furrer Jacot 18 Karat White Gold and Black Geometric Diamond Band
By Furrer-Jacot
Located in New York, NY
gold, in two out of the five sections, for a total of 24 brilliant FG vs. diamonds 0.072ct. Price and
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2010s Swiss Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
stones and diamonds are set in a sparkling 18k yellow Gold three-prong setting. Wear it as a wedding band
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

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

18 Karat White Gold Bezel Set Eternity Band 0.45 Carat of Diamond
By By Design Jewelers
Located in Coral Gables, FL
One (1) 18k white gold eternity band contains twenty-five (25) bezel set Round Brilliant Cut
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2010s American Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k White Gold Blue Sapphires and Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
stones and diamonds are set in a sparkling 18k White Gold three-prong setting. Wear it as a wedding band
Category

2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

18k White Gold Pink Sapphires and Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
stones and diamonds are set in a sparkling 18k White Gold three-prong setting. Wear it as a wedding band
Category

2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

14k White Gold Natural Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Toronto, ON
natural diamonds set halfway on either side of the ring shank. A round brilliant-cut center stone is
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2010s Canadian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Victorian 4.00 Carat Old Cut Diamond Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Theydon Bois, Essex
A magnificent late Victorian navette shaped cluster ring, set with an incredible 39 diamonds. The
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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Victorian Diamond Ring 18 Carat Gold 1 Carat of Old Cut Diamond Dated 1875
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
A grand Antique late-Victorian ring modelled in 18ct Yellow Gold and set with five stunning old
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Antique 1870s British Late Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k White Gold Natural White Sapphire and Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Toronto, ON
natural diamonds set halfway on either side of the ring shank. A round brilliant-cut center stone is
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2010s Canadian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Amethyst and Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald Cut Retro Ring
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
One Electronically tested 18k yellow gold ladies custom cast Amethyst & diamond ring with a bright
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20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian, 18ct Yellow Gold, Natural Sapphire and Diamond Half Hoop Ring
Located in Rochford, Essex
Diamond and sapphire ring, late 19th century. This classic five-stone ring is set with a well
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Antique Late 19th Century British Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rosa Van Parys Marley in Sapphires, Amethysts Diamonds 18 Karat Gold Ring
Located in Westlake Village, CA
Statement ring composed of five pivoting bands of white Sapphires, pink Sapphires, Amethysts and
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2010s American Contemporary More Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k...

Antique Edwardian Diamond Cluster Ring in 0.50ct of Diamond
Located in Kendal, GB
cut diamonds with five smaller single cut diamonds twinkling in between. They’re bright clean stones
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20th Century Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

6.93 Carat Emerald Diamond Fashion Ring
Located in Encino, CA
One electronically tested 18KT white gold ladies cast and assembled emerald and diamond ring with a
Category

2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Victorian 4.00 Carat Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Essex, GB
A magnificent late Victorian navette shaped cluster ring, set with an incredible 39 diamonds. The
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Antique Late 19th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Bogo 18K Yellow Gold Wedding Set with Diamonds
Located in Kirkwood, MO
the engagement ring. This CZ center can be replaced with a natural diamond, colored stone, lab created
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hayley Ring
By Viviana Langhoff
Located in Chicago, IL
Five diamonds climb each side or this 14K gold ring, with rope and milgrain detailing in the band
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2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

3.00 ct cushion diamond in 18ct rose gold with black rhodium accents
Located in Brasschaat, BE
This 3.00 ct cushion-cut diamond, set in 18ct rose gold, showcases a perfect blend of modern
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2010s Belgian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold, Rhodium

English Five-Stone Diamond Wedding Band in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Boston, MA
An antique English made 5 stone diamond wedding band in 18 karat yellow gold. Set with five
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Five-Stone Diamond Wedding Band in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Boston, MA
An English made edwardian period diamond wedding band in 18 karat yellow gold. Hallmarked for
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

English Five-Stone Diamond Wedding Band in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Boston, MA
A graduated, English made diamond wedding band in 18 karat yellow gold. Featuring hallmarks for
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Early 20th Century English Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Fine Quality 1.05 Carat Five-Stone Diamond Band in Platinum
Located in Boston, MA
five brilliant cut diamonds, this ring would go wonderfully with any white gold or platinum engagement
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21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

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Five Stone Diamond Ring Band Gold For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the piece of five stone diamond ring band gold 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, 18k Gold and White Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 180 vintage or 78 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for an item from our selection of five stone diamond ring band gold 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. 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 choice in our collection of five stone diamond ring band gold from Roman Malakov, Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc. and Hearts On Fire — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also old european cut cut and old mine cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an object in our assortment of five stone diamond ring band gold, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Five Stone Diamond Ring Band Gold?

The price for a piece of five stone diamond ring band gold starts at $360 and tops out at $41,457 with these rings, on average, selling for $2,101.

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.