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4 Carat Diamond Pave Vintage Style Mens Ring 14 Karat in Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Details: Approx. 4ctw of round cut Diamonds. Diamonds are G/H in
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21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

5.55 Carat Three Row Diamond Pave Mens Ring 14 Karat in Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Details: Approx. 5.55ctw round cut Diamonds. Diamonds are G/H in
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21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural 1.30 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond 18-Karat Men s Ring In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
storefront for more! Style: Ribbed diamond men's ring Material: 18-karat yellow gold Diamond Details
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

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

AGL Certified 1.08 Carat Ruby and Diamond Three-Stone Men s Ring
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing a 1.08 carat oval cut ruby and two round cut diamonds weighing a total of 1.10 carats
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.91tcw AAA Colombian Emerald-Asscher Cut Diamond Shank Accent Men s Ring 18K
Located in Jupiter, FL
A sophisticated emerald and diamond unisex statement ring. This dapper piece features a remarkable
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2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mens Diamond 5 Stone Wedding Ring 1 Carat Anniversary Band Mined 1ct 14K
Located in Dearborn, MI
Mens Diamond 5 Stone Wedding Ring 1 Carat Anniversary Band 14K Yellow Gold Features 5 Matching
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2010s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Moon and Star Diamond Ring Men s 14 Karat Gold Celestial Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage moon & star ring (circa 1970s), crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Round
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men s 3.15ct GIA Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Dual Finish 14k Gold Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This bold and substantial men's diamond ring is crafted in yellow gold with white gold square
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Antique 19th Century Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Mens Vintage 18k Gold 1.83ct Round Diamond Solitaire w/ Baguette Sides Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This breathtaking vintage men's band ring was crafted from solid 18k yellow gold and features a
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Vintage 1970s Retro Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mens Vintage 18k Gold 1.83ct Round Diamond Solitaire w/ Baguette Sides Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This breathtaking vintage men's band ring was crafted from solid 18k yellow gold and features a
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Vintage 1970s Retro Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco 14k Gold GIA 0.75ct Diamond Solitaire Engraved Men s Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
14k Yellow & White Gold Weight: 8.4 Grams Ring Size: 9.0 (Fitted on a finger. We can custom size this
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Antique 19th Century Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

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

5.73 Carat Diamond Pave Vintage Castle Mens Wide Ring 14 Karat in Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Details: Approx. 5.73ctw of round cut Diamonds. Diamonds are G/H
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21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.09 Carat Oval-Cut Rubellite Tourmaline, Diamonds and 14 Karat Gold Men s Ring
By Gad Co.
Located in Miami, FL
-Brilliant cut Diamonds ✔ Era: 1980-1990 ✔ Diamonds: 0.48 Carats Round-Brilliant Cut ✔ Metal: 14K Yellow Gold
Category

1990s Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Rubelite, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Mens 14K Gold 1.12ct Old European Diamond Ruby Bezel Gypsy Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have an all original ring with a super fiery old European cut diamond center flush burnish
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Vintage 1930s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Mens 14k TT Gold 1.57ct Old European Cut Diamond Detailed Solitaire Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This antique men's ring was crafted during the 1930's in solid 14k yellow gold with white gold
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Nouveau Solitaire Rings

Materials

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

3 Carat Round Cut Natural Diamond Solitaire Mens Ring in 14K Gold Two Tone
By Gad Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Solitaire men's ring, crafted in 14k gold. Weighing 9.4 grams, and ring size 7 1/4, ideal as a
Category

2010s North American Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Retro Ruby 1/2 Carat Diamond Men s Pinky Ring Unisex Cocktail or Wedding Band
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This ruby and 1/2 carat diamond men's unisex pinky ring was crafted in the retro period 1940's and
Category

Vintage 1940s Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique French Art Deco 18 Karat Gold Men’s Ring with Diamond 0.33 Carat
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique French Art Deco 18K Yellow Gold Mens Ring With Diamond (0.33 CT) C.1920's Hallmarked with
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Men s Uskudar Ring 24K Gold Silver Unisex Cocktail Statement Ring by Kurtulan
By Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
Men's Uskudar Ring 24K Gold & Silver Unisex Cocktail Statement Ring by Kurtulan. Please contact the
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Vintage French 2.70 carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Signet Style Ring, circa 1960
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
men's yellow gold diamond ring is supplied with an independent diamond grading report certificate for
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Vintage 1960s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage French 2.70 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Signet Style Ring Circa 1960
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
men's yellow gold diamond ring is supplied with an independent diamond grading report certificate for
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Vintage 1960s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Coat of Arms Royal Crest Iconic Men s Ring 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Vintage English Royal Crest Mens Ring .05ct Diamond Round & Full cut H-color, Vs-2
Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.37 Carat Natural Round Vivid Green Men s Colombian Emerald Ring 18 Karat
Located in New York, NY
diamonds: .60ct. G-color & Vs-2 clarity. 18kt. yellow gold 10.7 grams Ring Current size: 7.25 10.4mm
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2010s American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men s 18.70 Carat Natural Star Sapphire Ring 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
clarity 14kt Yellow gold. 11.4 grams. current ring size: 9.75 can be resized please inquire
Category

2010s American Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men s Gold Nugget Ring Vintage Rams Head Aries Sz 10 Estate Fine Jewelry 10k
Located in Torrance, CA
karat yellow gold (22k to 24k gold nuggets). One estimated 0.10 carat round brilliant cut diamond is
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, 22k Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roman Malakov 2.05 Carats Total Round Diamond Double-Row Men s Wedding Band
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A modern ring design showcasing two rows of round diamonds weighing 2.05 carats total. Half-way
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Ring, 14k Round Brilliant Cut .50ctw Men s Wedding Band
Located in Greensboro, NC
This ring is a size 10 3/4, but it can be re-sized up or down 1 size for a $30 fee. Once a ring is
Category

Antique 19th Century Unknown More Jewelry

Materials

Yellow Gold

0.25 Carat Round White Diamond 18 KT Yellow Gold Men s Claw Set Band Signet Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Round brilliant white color H clarity SI Diamond claw set ring set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold. This
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2010s British Modern Band Rings

Materials

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

1970s Diamond Yellow Gold Lion Men’s Ring
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous vintage men's ring features the shape of a lion's head crafted in 14k yellow gold and
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Vintage 1970s American More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Men s Diamond Ring 0.45ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Men's diamond ring in 14k yellow gold. Tests 14k and weighs 11.8 grams. The center diamond is a
Category

Mid-20th Century Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Square Men s Ring
Located in New York, NY
This elegant men's ring is made in 14k yellow gold and features 12 square channel-set rubies
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Vintage 1980s American More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mens Cabochon Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cabochon ruby diamond and gold gentleman’s estate ring. DETAILS: Gentleman’s cabochon ruby
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1990s Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Men’s Diamond Ring, .50tdw, 7.2g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Men's diamond ring in 14k yellow gold. Stamped 14k and weighs 7.2 grams. The diamonds are round
Category

20th Century Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Antique Men s Diamond and Yellow Gold Dress Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique gent's 0.61 carat diamond and 14 karat yellow gold trilogy style dress ring
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Vintage 1910s Unknown More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Blue Sapphire Yellow Gold Rectangular Men s Ring
Located in New York, NY
This elegant men's ring is made in 14k yellow gold and features 8 square channel-set sapphires
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Vintage 1980s American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Men s Diamond Ring Hand Engraved
Located in Big Bend, WI
Vintage 14K yellow gold men's hand engraved diamond band ring. There are 3 round brilliant cut
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Vintage 1950s Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Solitaire Diamond Black Onyx Yellow Gold Men’s Ring
Located in New York, NY
This stunning vintage men's ring is made in 14k yellow gold and features a circular black Onyx
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Vintage 1980s American More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men s Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Coral Gables, FL
14 Karat Yellow Gold Men's Ring Featuring 35 Round and Baguette Shaped Diamonds Totaling
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Vintage 1980s Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men s Diamond Cluster Pinky Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Mens diamond cluster ring in 14k yellow gold with a high polish finish. Center diamond is 0.05
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21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Onyx Diamond Men s Ring - 10k Oval
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 9 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $35 or Down 1 1/2 sizes for $25 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Stunning 14k Yellow Gold Mens Ring
Located in New York, NY
STUNNING 14K YELLOW GOLD MENS RING. -Custom made -14k yellow gold -Ring size: 10.5 -Diamond
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2010s More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

5.61 Carat Round Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Men s Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
yellow gold. Accenting the ring are two trillion diamonds weighing 1.01 carats total. Size 9.25 US
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2010s American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Blue Cabochon Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Men s Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Men's cabochon blue sapphire diamond ring fashioned in 14 karat yellow gold. The natural blue
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Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Deco 10 Karat Yellow Gold Enamel Diamond Men’s Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
This awesome men’s ring is in 10k yellow gold and features a great cut-out design completed by
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Mens Cluster Diamond Ring Rolex Shoulders 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Ring Size: 14 Total Weight: 20.1 Grams Diamond
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fancy Men s Yellow Gold Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
14k Yellow Gold Ring size: 10 Ring Width: 9.2mm Ring Weight: 14.5gr Diamond: 3.00 ct, SI1 Clarity
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2010s More Rings

.40 Carat Natural Yellow Diamond Solitaire Men s Ring 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
Mens solitaire form diamond ring. .40ct natural round diamonds Vs-2 clarity Fancy Light Yellow
Category

2010s American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men’s Diamond Band Ring Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Estate
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Men's ring, crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Round brilliant cut diamond
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.16 Carat Men s Ruby Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
We also carry a Mens' Collection! This unique Mens' Ring is set with a beautiful and vibrant Oval
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

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

1.25 Carat Diamond Traditional Men s Ring 14 Kt Yellow Gold Ring Estate
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 1.25 Ct Diamonds Traditional Men's Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring Estate This is
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2010s Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.23 Carat Men s Ruby Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
We also carry a Mens' Collection! This unique Mens' Ring is set with 10 Baguette Cut Rubies
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Men s Onyx and Diamond Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Vintage men's Onyx & Diamond ring in 14K yellow gold. This beautiful ring features a rectangular
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.25 Carat Diamond Traditional Men s Ring 14 Kt Yellow Gold Ring Estate
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 1.25 Ct Diamonds Traditional Men's Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring Estate This is
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2010s Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men’s 10K Yellow Gold Three Row Pave Diamond Band Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Men Metal Type: 10k Yellow Gold Ring Size: 10.5 Width: 11.60 mm Tapering to 3.65 mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men s Diamond and Emerald Ring
Located in Towson, MD
One 14 karat yellow gold men's ring channel set with twelve square step cut emeralds, approximately
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Vintage 1980s Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1 Carat Diamond Traditional Men s Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring Estate
Located in New York, NY
1 Ct Diamonds Traditional Men's Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring Estate This is a Nice
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Early 2000s Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men s Diamond Ring, 14 Karat Yellow Gold Baguette 1.00 Carat
Located in Greensboro, NC
in a glowing 14k yellow gold mount. This ring is a size 10 3/4 - 11. Please contact us for a quote
Category

20th Century Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Men Yellow Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact men yellow diamond ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Yellow Gold and 14k Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 208 vintage editions and 214 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect men yellow diamond ring may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. 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. Finding an appealing men yellow diamond ring — no matter the origin — is easy, but DGI, Alberto and Stambolian each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also oval cut and emerald cut versions for sale. Finding a men yellow diamond ring for sale for men should be easy, but there are 108 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as women, too.

How Much is a Men Yellow Diamond Ring?

On average, a men yellow diamond ring at 1stDibs sells for $2,724, while they’re typically $300 on the low end and $58,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Finding the Right Rings for You

Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.

No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.

Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.

Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry

The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.

Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.

Questions About Men Yellow Diamond Ring
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    Yes, some men's wedding rings have diamonds. Men are free to wear any type of ring as a wedding ring, and you'll find many options with one or more diamonds set into their bands. Wedding rings for men may also feature colored gemstones, like sapphires or rubies, in addition to or in place of diamonds, or they may be formed entirely out of metal. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of men's wedding rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    While diamonds signify love and devotion, a yellow diamond is meant to also signify knowledge, intellect and wisdom; it’s also seen as a hue of happiness and cheer. Receiving a yellow diamond engagement ring still signifies everlasting love much like a clear diamond, but it also is meant to bring an element of happiness and certainty—this is what makes it a popular diamond color for engagement rings. You’ll find a variety of yellow diamonds from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.