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Vintage 1.25ct Pear Brilliant Cut Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring GIA
Located in New York, NY
A stunning pear-shaped diamond ring. Set in a sleek band, this exquisite piece features a large
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Dazzling 18k White Gold Flower Ring with 0.175ct Natural Diamonds
Located in רמת גן, IL
Adorned with five stunning round brilliant natural diamonds, totaling 0.18 carats, this ring exudes
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2010s Singaporean Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 7 #22564
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 7 This eye-catching vintage ring features four
Category

20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fancy-Cut 3.96 carat Morganite Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
gold (8.15 DWT), the design features five brilliant round diamonds (0.15 cttw) — three bezel-set in an
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Diamond Twist Ring
Located in London, GB
. 0.12ct Diamond Details: Colour: G-H, Clarity: VS-SI Tested As: 18ct Gold Box: The Vintage Jeweller Ring
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cocktail Baguette Natural Diamond Halo Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
SGL. Featuring five rectangular diamond clusters across split rows, this bold ring blends round and
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

1930 s 4.57 Carat High Zircon and Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
band ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with an 18k white gold setting. The pierced decorated
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Blue Diamond, Zircon, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Oval Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ballerina Cocktail Ring 18k White Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
Ring Ballerina Ring. 18k Solid White Gold. A true Delight to look at. Five Ceylan sapphire set with
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Natural Opal Diamond Ring Brutalist 14k Yellow Gold Cocktail Estate
Located in Boca Raton, FL
collection. Condition: Pre-owned - The ring is in great condition, but the inside of the band has some
Category

Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold 1.58tgw Sapphire, Diamond and Ruby Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A yellow gold, sapphire, diamond and ruby ring, comprising five cushion shaped sapphires, five old
Category

Antique 1890s Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

25ct Swiss Blue Topaz Diamond Ring 14k Yellow Gold Cocktail Oval
Located in Boca Raton, FL
is expertly set in gleaming 14K yellow gold, creating a warm contrast that enhances the stone’s vivid
Category

1990s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.91 Carat Aquamarine and 1.63 Carat Diamond Ring in Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
gold cocktail ring; part of our diverse diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning
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1990s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18ct Yellow Gold and Platinum Sapphire and Diamond 1930s Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
stone is set with a total of ten scintillating Old European cut diamonds to the sides (five on either
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Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

2.16 Carat Teal Sapphire and Diamond Ring set in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
Five-stone 2.16 Carat Teal Sapphire and Diamond Ring set in 18K Yellow Gold This exquisite five
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald and Diamond Gold Ring Made in Italy in 18k
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
Made to order Emerald and Diamond Band, Made in Italy in 18k Gold Introducing our exquisite
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2010s Italian Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Solid Yellow 14KGold Natural Sapphire womens Band Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
This Traditional Solid 14K Gold five Stone Ring has been hand set with a beautiful set of Vibrant
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2010s British Victorian Bridal Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Minimalist 14K Solid Yellow Gold Marquise Diamond Cluster Ring in Prong Set
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This minimalist 14K solid yellow gold ring features a dazzling cluster of five marquise-cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1.42ct Sapphire and 3.22ct Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring, circa 1980
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive vintage sapphire and diamond cocktail ring has been crafted in 18k white gold. The organic
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Vintage 1980s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Antique Diamond and Synthetic Pink Sapphire Ring, 18k Gold, Edwardian
Located in NEWARK, GB
feminine and captivating. This beautiful ring is a five stone, claw set ring with a rich, buttery golden
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

Lapis "Bathtub" Ring with 0.3cts Diamonds in Satin-Finished 18K Karat Gold
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This bold new 18 karat gold ring by Eytan Brandes features a custom-cut lapis in an inverted
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2010s American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.56 Carat "Square Hole Round Peg" Pavé Diamond Ring in Yellow Gold
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
new ring in 14 karat yellow gold. Thirty-five bright white diamonds (all high quality, natural and
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2010s American Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Art Deco Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Ring Size: J (49) Band Width: 12mm - 8mm Face Dimensions: 12mm Centre Diamond Weight: Approx. 0.20ct
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Art Deco 18 Carat Gold and Platinum Opal and Diamond Panel Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
stones are set in platinum and the band is modelled in 18carat gold. Ring Size: M 1/2 or 6 1/2 Panel
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum, Gold

NWT $49, 000 18KT Gold Important Large 18CT Fancy Large Aquamarine Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Fancy Aquamarine and Diamond Ring!!! Magnificent Large Aquamarine Center Stone accompanied surrounded
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold

GIA Report Certified 2.09 Carat Sapphire 2.78 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
sapphire and diamond cocktail ring is an excellent gauge of gold and is in excellent condition, with a
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Vintage 1950s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Victorian Ruby and Diamond Navette Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a gorgeous ruby and diamond navette ring from the Victorian era. This piece's boat
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 0.94 Carat Baguette Cut Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming five-stone diamond ring. This vintage piece has been crafted from a warm
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Late 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Rose Cut Diamond Crown Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have gorgeous natural rose cut diamond ring. The focal stone here is rub-over set in silver
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20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Ring 2 ctw. Diamonds solid 14K Gold Silver US 6.5/ 10 gr
Located in SE
Old Diamond Ring with octagonal open work crown with top in Silver. European, likely German or
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Antique Ring Sapphires Diamonds solid 18K Gold Platinum ØUS8.5 / 6.1 gr
Located in SE
hallmarks, hallmarked 18K. This ring dates to ca. 1930s. There are five bezel set diamond cut natural Blue
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Vintage 1930s European Art Nouveau Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

NWT 4, 800 18KT Fancy Large Glittering Fancy Pink Sapphire Eternity Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Emerald Cut Pink Sapphire Ring Eternity Band. Ring Contains approx 7.25CTS of
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Giardinetti Ring 1ct Emerald Diamond Ruby 14K Gold SilverØ 2.5US/4gr
Located in SE
Ca. middle/late 18th. century ring, 14K Rose Gold band with a 'Giardinetto' (small garden) openwork
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Antique 1780s European Romantic Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver

18 Karat Gold 5.15 Carat Pear-Cut Aquamarine and Diamond Cocktail Statement Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
and graduating five to single row wide half-diamond and half-gold two-tone band, making it very
Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Vintage Emerald and Diamond Cluster Split Shank Cocktail Ring in 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
against the gleaming 14 karat yellow gold split shank band. This ring is a harmonious blend of
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Half Oval Cabochon Chalcedony and Diamond Dome Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
diamonds, adding some shimmering sparkle and added design. A narrow plain gold band completes the piece
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

TJD 1.0 Carat Round and Baguette Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Bridal Set Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Stunning and classic, this diamond ring is beautifully crafted in 14K Solid White gold. This five
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2010s Indian Art Deco Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

1.20 Carat Pear Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in London, GB
enchanting stone sits alone and proud atop a plain polished 18ct yellow gold band. Condition: Used (Very
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20th Century Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

1943 Ring 2ctw Emerald 0.4ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Silver ØUS6.75 / 5.75 gr
Located in SE
Nice cluster Ring with wide shoulders and square crown holding natural Emeralds stone and Diamonds
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver

British Alliance Ring 0.45 ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Platinum ØUS7.75 / 3.5gr
Located in SE
Antique or Vintage British Alliance made ca.1930s - 1950s Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with
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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

0.80 Carat Fancy Golden Brown Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in London, GB
. This enchanting stone sits alone and proud atop a plain polished 18ct yellow gold band.  Condition
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angara Natural 1.5 ct Pink Sapphire and Diamond Wedding Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k yellow gold five stone wedding band with sparkling diamonds embellished in between each gemstone
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Diamond, Gold

Emerald and Diamond Ring Made in Italy in 14k Gold by Oltremare Gioielli
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
Made to order Emerald and Diamond Band, Made in Italy in 14k Gold Introducing our exquisite
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2010s Italian Baroque Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Art Deco Half Dome Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Denver, CO
An Old European-cut diamond center stone measuring approximately 0.40 carat, G color VS clarity, is
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Art Deco 1.25ct Diamond Full Eternity Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Twenty-five old cut diamonds glitter across this 1920s full eternity ring. The diamonds, totalling
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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1941 Nordic Channel Ring natural 0.9 ctw Diamonds solid 23K Gold ØUS 7.25 /6gr
Located in SE
Chanel Diamond Ring in solid 23K Yellow Gold. The band is 3.5 mm wide. Platinum or White Gold
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 22k Gold, Platinum

Cartier Five-Stone Diamond Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
: 55.7 grams Size: 6.0 inches Band Width: 10.8mm Total Diamond Weight: Approx. 0.50ct Diamond Details
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Vintage 1980s Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

9.17 Carat Octagon Chivor Emerald Diamond Palladium Ballerina Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Type: Statement Ring Metal: Palladium and 18K Yellow Gold Size: 7 (adjustable) Center Stone Details
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20th Century Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

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

14k Gold 3 Natural Diamond and 5 Blue Sapphire Flower Ring Circa 1960s
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The 14k Gold 3 Natural Diamond and 5 Blue Sapphire Flower Ring Circa 1960s is a charming and
Category

Mid-20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

14k Gold

Victorian Diamond, Sapphire and Ruby Ring, circa 1890s
Located in London, GB
Three rows of gemstones stud this gorgeous Victorian ring. Five diamonds form the middle row, with
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

14K Rose Cut 1 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring Set
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
Low profile rose cut diamond with trillion set on 18k gold 1 carat rose cut diamond Five stone
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2010s American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

14K Rose Cut 1 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring Set
Located in Wallingford, CT
Low profile rose cut diamond with trillion set on 14k gold 1 carat rose cut diamond Five stone
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2010s American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

TVJ 1.00 Carat Asscher Cut Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful diamond five stone ring. The ring features a Georgian style cut down setting
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21st Century and Contemporary Georgian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

5.15ct Round Brilliant Cut Lab Grown Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This striking engagement ring features a 5.15ct round brilliant cut diamond, measuring 11.02mm
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond

GIA Certified 3.62 Carat Cushion, Marquise, Pear, Princess Cut Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
3.62 ct total weight 5 Five Stone Cushion, Marquise, Pear, Princess, & Round Brilliant Cut Diamond
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2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Angel Skin Coral Lapis Lazuli Ring 14k Yellow Gold Cocktail Estate
Located in Boca Raton, FL
cabochons, accented further by a dazzling ring of brilliant-cut diamonds, adding brilliance and contrast to
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Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

10K White Gold Natural Emerald Eternity Ring, Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
Our classic white gold half eternity ring is set with five vibrant natural emeralds, each measuring
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2010s British Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, 10k Gold, White Gold

Solid 10k Yellow Gold Pearl womens Eternity Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
This Delightful 10k Gold ring has been set with five Full Cultured Pearls, equally sized at approx
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2010s British Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Pearl, 10k 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.