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Natural Ruby Diamond Vintage Style Five Stone Band Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
lifetime. Five stone ring is an excellent unique gift for a loved one at any stage of the relationship or
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

Vintage 14k White Gold 0.82tcw Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage diamond half band ring is beautifully crafted in 14k white gold and set with a total
Category

20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

18k Solid Yellow Gold Five Stone Round Emerald Halo Diamond Band Ring for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Five Stone Round Emerald Halo Diamond Band Ring for Her in 18K Gold featuring natural emerald of
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

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

1.20 Carat Diamonds Band Five-Stone Ring 14 Karat H/VS
Located in New York, NY
Classic Diamond band 1.20ct diamonds 5 Rounds Brilliant and full cuts H-color, Vs-2 clarity
Category

2010s American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Emerald Diamond Ring, 14 Karat White Gold, Three Row Band, Fashion Band
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
The wide band ring with alternating emeralds and diamonds is an amazing design! The pop of the
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2010s American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Victorian Diamond and 22 Carat Gold Five Stone Star Setting Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous 22ct gold band holds three diamonds totalling 15pts. They are bright and have a
Category

Vintage 1930s British Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold

Vintage 14k White Gold 1.75tcw Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
Grams Stone: Diamonds 1.75tcw Measurements: 24.05 x 22.76 x 6mm Ring Size: 8 Hallmark: 14k Notes: Half
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20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Pearl and Diamond Three Stone Ring in 14K White Gold, Pearl and .03ct Diamonds
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
The details for this beautiful ring are listed below: Metal Quality: 14K White Gold Diamond Number
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Vintage Diamond Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring, circa 1940
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.84 Carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold five stone ring; part of
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Vintage 1940s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold 0.92ctw Oval Cut Five Stone Band
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k Yellow Gold 0.92ctw Oval Cut Five Stone Band This stunning 0.92ctw Oval Cut Band is in
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18ct Yellow Gold Five Stone Diamond Vintage Twist Ring
Located in London, GB
Complement your jewellery collection with this classic and elegant domed band ring, expertly
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Vintage 1980s British Modern Band Rings

Materials

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

Antique Victorian English 18K Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian English 18K Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Five Stone Ring. This
Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Antique Victorian 18 Karat Gold Five-Stone Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Antique Victorian diamond five stone ring set in 18k yellow gold circa 1880. The ring is set with
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Antique 1880s Unknown Late Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Art Deco 18 Carat Gold Pearl and Diamond Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
A wonderful early Art Deco three stone-ring set with three beautiful pearls and diamonds set in
Category

Vintage 1910s British Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This classic style victorian five stone ring holds a total of 25pts of diamonds all set in simple
Category

Antique 1890s British Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

1.75 Carat Three-Stone Diamond and Blue Sapphire Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
engagement ring has a trillion, genuine blue sapphire gemstones flanking either sides of the center diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Mid-Century Five Stone Diamond Two-Tone Wedding Band
Located in Denver, CO
Five single-cut diamonds totaling 0.05 carats H color VS-SI clarity shimmer across the top of this
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Mid-20th Century Retro Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

Antique Victorian English 18K Yellow Gold Old Mine Diamond Five Stone Band
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian English 18K Yellow Gold Old Mine Diamond Five Stone Band. This
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Antique 1890s Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Gold Sapphire Diamond Band - 14k Square .84ctw Five-Stone Ring Sz 8 1/2
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brilliant Color: G - H Clarity: VS1 - VS2 Total Carats: .84ctw Style: Five-Stone with Accents Band
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

White Gold Diamond Men s Wedding Band 14k Round .50ctw Five-Stone Ring SZ 11 3/4
Located in Greensboro, NC
: Five-Stone Wedding Band with Diamonds Measurements Face Height (north to south): 3/8" (9.1mm) Rise
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Five-Stone Wedding Band - 18k Round .50ctw Channel Set
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 3/4 Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 0.50ctw
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18ct Gold, Birmingham Hallmarked, Victorian Sapphire Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
gold ring, set with three round-cut sapphires and two old-cut diamonds in alternating order. Each stone
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

1.10 Carat Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 1.10 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold five stone ring; part of
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Vintage 1970s English Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Two-Toned Five Stone Diamond Ring
Located in Denver, CO
This delicate band set in 14kt yellow and white gold features five single cut diamonds totaling
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Five Stone Diamond Ring Set in 18k White Gold
Located in London, England
A beautiful diamond five stone ring set in 18k white gold. The ring is composed of five round
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Early 2000s British Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat Yellow and White Gold Estate Five-Stone Diamond Anniversary Band
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a beautiful estate five stone diamond ring in 14k white and yellow gold. This is the ideal
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Vintage 1950s Modernist Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Set in this glossy 18ct gold ring are three Diamonds and two Rubies. The three diamonds total 60pts
Category

Vintage 1970s British Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold

Vintage Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Set in this glossy 18ct gold ring are three Diamonds and two Rubies. The central diamond measures
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Vintage 1960s British Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold

Victorian Pearl and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
diamond total of this ring is approx 90pts. Modelled in 18carat gold. Ring Size: Q or 8 Face Dimensions
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Antique 1880s British Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Emerald Old Mine Diamond Five Stone Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Emerald Old Mine Diamond Five Stone Ring - GIA. This
Category

Antique 1890s Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Roman Malakov 1.78 Carat Total Cushion Cut Diamond Five-Stone Wedding Band Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A classic and brilliant five-stone wedding band showcasing five cushion cut diamonds weighing 1.78
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Ring - 14k Marquise .79ctw Five-Stone
Located in Greensboro, NC
& 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Rubies Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .63ctw Cut: Marquise
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Set in this glossy 18ct gold ring are three Diamonds and two Rubies. The three diamonds total 30pts
Category

Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold

1.33ct Oval Cut Diamond Five-Stone Ring in 18k Rose Gold
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This band is stunning and offers incredible brilliance. Set with five oval cut diamonds, each
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18k White Gold Oval Ruby With Diamond Halo Five Stone Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18k White Gold Oval Ruby With Diamond Halo Five Stone Ring This stunning Ruby Diamond Halo Ring is
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian 1.30ct Diamond Five Stone Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
A beautiful piece of Victorian design, this five stone ring showcases a sparkling collection of old
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

4.12ct Old European Cut M–J Diamond 14K Rose Gold Vintage Five-Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
Title: This vintage five-stone ring showcases a stunning 4.12 total carat weight of Old European
Category

20th Century Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Two-Tone Five-Stone Diamond and 14K Yellow Gold and Platinum Band
Located in Denver, CO
A line of five single-cut diamonds, totaling approximately 0.1 carats, adorn this antique band
Category

Early 20th Century Late Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Diamond, Silver and Gold Five Stone Carved Ring, Circa 1900
Located in London, GB
An antique diamond and gold five stone carved ring, with old-cut diamonds, in claw and grain
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Antique Early 1900s British Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Natural Ruby and Diamond Vintage Style Five Stone Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
sleek and lustrous yellow gold band accentuated by small round diamonds between each five stones. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Gold, Ruby Diamond Five Stone Ring, Hallmarked Chester 1918
Located in Brighton, GB
five stone ring is a true testament to timeless elegance, crafted from luxurious 18ct yellow gold
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Early 20th Century English Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian 0.66 Carat Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
five stone diamond ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The elevated pierced decorated multi claw
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Antique 1890s British Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1910s 0.45Ct Ruby 0.60Ct Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
design. The tapering shoulders of this five stone ruby and diamond ring integrate with the main setting
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Vintage 1910s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Rainbow Crown Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond, Sapphire Tsavorite Wedding Band
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
This lovely rainbow crown ring is dripping with diamonds, sapphires, and tsavorites! This band ring
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2010s American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Tsavorite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire Five-Stone Ring - 14k Round Brilliant .62ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .28ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G - H Clarity: VS1
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Yellow Gold Stamped, Victorian Ruby Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ruby & Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1900 This antique five-stone ring, stamped
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Early 20th Century European Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Five Stone Single Cut Diamond Wedding Band
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Five Stone Single Cut Diamond Wedding Band. This art
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 15K Yellow Gold Sapphire Old European Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Cape May, NJ
Era: Victorian Estate Composition: 15K Yellow Gold Primary Stone: Three Oval Natural Sapphire Carat
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Turquoise and Diamond Point Five-Stone 15 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This wonderful turquoise five stone ring is modelled in 18ct gold and features eight small diamond
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Gold

Art Deco Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The three rubies in this five stone are a gorgeous red/pink and Total 20pts. The rose cut diamonds
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Vintage 1910s British Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold

Sapphire Diamond Ring, 1.25 Carat Blue Sapphire Diamond Band, Marquise, Round
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
Blue Sapphires 0.32 Carats Total Diamond Weight - Round Brilliant Diamonds 14K White Gold This ring
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.00 Carat Emerald Cut 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

Yellow Gold Sapphire Diamond Ring - 14k Marquise .95ctw Tiered Five-Stone
Located in Greensboro, NC
: .95ctw Style: Five-Stone with Accents Features: Tiered Silhouette with Split Shoulders Measurements
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

12k Gold 3/4 Bezel Set Five Stone Brilliant Diamond Band, App. 1.05 TCW
Located in Fairfield, CT
12k white gold ring. This beautiful ring is a five stone band, set with round brilliant cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold

Edwardian Turquoise Five-Stone 9 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This wonderful turquoise five stone ring is modelled in 9ct gold and features bright oval turquoise
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold

Antique 2.92 Carat Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Five Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
set five stone cocktail ring; part of our diverse antique diamond jewelry and estate jewelry
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Rachel Koen 14 Karat Gold Five-Stone Shared Prong-Set Diamond Band 0.50 Carat
Located in New York, NY
This ring if crafted in 14k white gold. Semi eternity diamond wedding band features five round
Category

2010s American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White 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.