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English Victorian 5 Stone Diamond Band Ring
Located in Boston, MA
excellent condition, this ring is a great example of a traditional five stone diamond band which was one of
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Five Stone Diamond Gold Band Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Five-stone Estate Diamond Wedding Band The design incorporates five round brilliant-cut diamonds
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Vintage 1970s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Vivid Diamonds 1.8 Carat Diamond Five-Stone Band
By Vivid Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning Vivid Diamonds five stone wedding band crafted in white gold, showcasing 5 carefully
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
An exquisite diamond band ring set with five brilliant cut shiny and sparkly Diamonds totalling
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Vintage 1950s Retro Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Diamond 14k Two Tone Gold Five Stone Band Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Diamond 14k Town Tone Gold Five Stone Band Ring. Featuring five round brilliant cut
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1990s Band Rings

Materials

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

Amethyst and Diamond Five-Stone Band
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 14k white gold Diamond Details: Approximately 1.08ctw round brilliant diamonds. Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
This diamond band ring is set with five shiny and sparkly baguette cut diamonds totalling 0.81 ct
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Antique Late 19th Century Band Rings

Victorian Button Pearl Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Five Stone Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring five graduate button pearls prong set east to west Ranging in size from 4.5 to 6.0 mm
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Antique 1870s Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Five-Stone Princess Cut Diamond Band
By Alberto
Located in GREAT NECK, NY
Material: 18k White Gold Center Stone Details: 5 Princess Cut White Diamonds at 1.24 Carats
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2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond

1970s Italian Five Stone Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
A stunning 18K white gold diamond band set with five Old Mine-cut diamonds graduated in size from
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Late 20th Century Italian Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Diamond Five-Stone Platinum Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
This elegant band ring dated 1940s, is hand-crafted in solid 18k white gold and Platinum, it is set
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Mid-20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

1.90 Carat Diamond Five-Stone Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
An important timeless diamond band ring set with five Round Brilliant cut shiny and sparkly
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2010s Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage 0.75 Carat Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Five Stone Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
White gold band ring is set to front by five diamonds. Round brilliant cut with shared prongs
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20th Century Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Halo Diamond Ring, Three-Stone Ring, Engagement Ring, 14 Karat Gold, 1.69 Carat
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
This stunningly beautiful three stone diamond engagement ring would make anyone thrilled to receive
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2010s American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Edwardian Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This stunning five stone diamond has so much sparkle which is complimented by the bright yellow
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Vintage 1.25 Carats Transitional Cut Diamond 14k Gold Five Stone Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring five transitional cut diamonds weighing approximately 1.25 carats total. H/I color with
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Vintage 1960s Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Late Victorian Demantoid Garnet Diamond 18 Karat Gold Five Stone Band Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Late Victorian Demantoid Garnet Diamond 18 Karat Gold Five Stone Band Ring. Featuring five oval
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Antique 1890s Unknown Late Victorian Band Rings

Materials

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

Classic Five-Stone Diamond Ring
Located in Webster, NY
Incredible five stone diamond ring made in 14k yellow gold. Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

1919 Turquoise Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Five Stone Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
hallmarks for 18 karat gold With maker's mark Circa: 1919; via British date letters Ring size: 6 1/4 and
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

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

Yellow Gold Diamond Vintage Wedding Band - 14k Round .20ctw Five-Stone Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Color: G - H Clarity: SI1 - SI2 Total Carats: .20ctw Style: Five-Stone Wedding Band with Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Sapphire Diamond Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
Sparkling Victorian five stone ring with three sapphires and two diamonds interspersed with eight
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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold

Classic Five-Stone Diamond Ring
Located in Webster, NY
Incredible five stone diamond ring made in 14k yellow gold. Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Five Diamond Halo Band Ring
Located in Webster, NY
Five stone diamond halo band made in 14k white gold. Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Total Diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond Five-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderful 18ct yellow gold five-stone ring from the Edwardian era. This antique
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Victorian Emerald and Diamond Five-Stone Ring
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Made of 18 karat yellow gold, this ring builds on the classic three stone style and continues
Category

Antique Early 1900s Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Victorian Emerald and Diamond Five-Stone Ring
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Made of 18 karat yellow gold, this ring builds on the classic three stone style and continues
Category

Antique Early 1900s Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Victorian Gold Natural Pink Sapphire Five-Stone Half Band Ring
Located in Cape May, NJ
Era: Victorian Hallmark: Crown 18 Anchor (English) Composition: 18K Yellow Gold Primary Stone
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Antique 1890s British Late Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 0.65 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Gold Five-Stone Anniversary Band Stack Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Band style ring bar set to front with five round brilliant cut diamonds Weighing approximately
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Vintage 1980s Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Estate 1 Carat Diamond Five-Stone Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
A stunning diamond band ring set with five sparkling brilliant cut Diamonds, total weight 1.00 ct
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Vintage 1970s Italian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

1.00 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Wedding Band 14k White Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Style: Five-Stone Wedding Anniversary Band with Diamonds Face Height (north to south): 5/32" (3.8mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Aquamarine and Diamond Five-Stone 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
An aquamarine and diamond five-stone 18 karat white gold ring A classic design set with a vibrant
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2010s British Retro Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Victorian Pearl Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Scrolling Five Stone Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
with British assay marks for 18 karat gold Circa: 1831; via British date letters Ring size: 7 1/2 and
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Antique Late 18th Century Band Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Five-Stone Old Mine Cut Diamond Band
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
This Victorian band of 18 karat yellow gold is adorned with five old mine cut diamonds weighing .75
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Antique 1860s English Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Edwardian Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring. Featuring three cushion mixed cut
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 1898 Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Five Stone Antique Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a curved band centering a row of alternating rubies and diamonds bead set in diamond
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Antique Early 1800s Victorian Band Rings

Materials

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

Five Stone Fancy Shape Diamond Band in 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
and G-H in color. Stones are mounted in a handmade basket prong setting. Ring band is approximately
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Late Victorian Old Mine Cut Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Five Stone Band Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Late Victorian Old Mine Cut Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Five Stone Band Ring. Featuring five
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Antique 1890s Late Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Emerald and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
An exquisite five-stone ring set with beautiful square cut emeralds which total 1.1ct. Surrounding
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Victorian Pearl and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
A wonderful antique Victorian five-stone ring set with three pearls and two rose cut diamonds in
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Victorian English Carved Ruby Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Made of 18 karat yellow gold, this ring builds on the classic three stone style and continues
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Antique Early 1900s Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Antique Georgian Five Stone Diamond Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
Magnificent Georgian five stone ring set with old European cut diamonds in 18K gold. The diamonds
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Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 15k Gold

0.70 Carat Diamond “Sabrina” 14 Karat Yellow Gold Five-Stone Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Sabrina Material: 14k yellow gold Diamonds: five round brilliant cut diamonds = 0.70
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Emerald Cut Diamond Five-Stone 18 Carat White Gold Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The emerald cut diamonds perched on top of this 18ct white gold band are exquisite. The 'hall of
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Vintage 1940s British Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Sapphire and Diamond Five-Stone Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
The graduated oval-shape sapphire line, with rose-cut diamond point double spacers. Total sapphire
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Band ring is claw set to front with rubies and diamonds, alternating Rubies are round and oval cut
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Antique Early 1900s Victorian Band Rings

Materials

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

Edwardian Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous chunky gold ring holds five bright sparkling diamonds. The centre Diamond measures
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Victorian 0.95 CTW Old Mine Diamond 18K Gold Antique Five Stone Scroll Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring five old mine cut diamonds set east to west with belcher style prongs Weighing
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Antique 1880s Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Rose Cut Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
gold and the stones are set in square settings. Ring Size: L or 5 3/4 Band Width: 4.5mm Weight
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Antique 1880s British Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Chopard 18 Karat Yellow Gold Five-Diamond Band Ring
By Chopard
Located in Southampton, PA
The eye-catching radiance of 18K yellow gold and the alluring glisten of diamond stones splendidly
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Sapphire and Diamond Five-Stone Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Total sapphire weight 0.83ct.Estimated total diamond weight 0.40ct, I-J colour, SI clarity.Ring
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Mid Century Five Stone Diamond Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Towson, MD
One 14-karat yellow and white gold diamond band (stamped 14K ROSE) set with five (5) round
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Mid-20th Century Retro Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 15ct Gold Edwardian Ruby Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ruby and Diamond Ring 15ct Gold Circa 1900 A classic Edwardian five-stone ring
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold

Antique Inspired Old Mine Cut Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Five Stone Band
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Antique Inspired Old Mine Cut Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Five Stone Band. Featuring five old mine
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Antique Old Cut Diamond Five-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have an exceptional five-stone diamond ring. This antique piece was crafted during the
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

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

1920 s Art Deco 1.00 Ctw Diamond Platinum 14 Karat Gold Five Stone Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Band ring features five old European cut diamonds Weighing in total approximately 1.00 carat total
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

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

Antique Victorian 20k Yellow Gold Colombian Emerald and Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 20k Yellow Gold Colombian Emerald and Diamond Five Stone Ring. This
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Antique 1890s Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Emerald and Diamond Five-Stone Ring
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Made of 18 karat yellow gold, this ring builds on the classic three stone style and continues
Category

Antique Early 1900s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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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.