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Men s 14K Yellow Gold over Silver 1 1/2 Ct Treated Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in luxury with our stunning Men's Black and White Diamond Band Ring. This remarkable piece
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow...

Mens Luxurious Diamond ring cocktail statement ring 14KT gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
Onyx Diamond ring, luxurious mens statement ring in 14KT gold. Center stone: 0.50ct- I1 clarity
Category

Early 20th Century Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Mens Princess Cut 4 Sapphire Center and Diamond Halo Ring in 14k Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow and White Gold Diamond Count: 20 diamonds Diamond Carat
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21st Century and Contemporary Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

M initial diamond ring 14KT gold mens ring unisex ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Letter M ring made with diamonds in 14KT gold, size 10 cant be re-sized. Diamonds are Si clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Men s 14K Yellow Gold over Silver 1 1/2 Ct Treated Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in luxury with our stunning Men's Black and White Diamond Band Ring. This remarkable piece
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold

Men s 14K Yellow Gold over Silver 1 1/2 Ct Treated Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in luxury with our stunning Men's Black and White Diamond Band Ring. This remarkable piece
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold

Mens Two Toned 5 Round Brilliant Diamond Ring in 14k
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow and White Gold Style: Statement Ring Ring Size: 9.5
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Men s Ring diamond men ring square design Natural Diamonds 14 karat
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mens Diamond Ring Vintage/old approx from 1940's-or 1950's pre-owned in great condition needs some
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Vintage 1950s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

14K White Gold Diamond Band Mens
Located in Dallas, TX
14K White Gold Diamond Band Mens - Baguette diamonds and round brilliant diamonds set in 14K white
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

1ct Princess Cut mens diamond ring 14Kt gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Bright mens ring with sparkling diamonds totaling 1 carat VS-SI clarity and G color. **All items
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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Men s 14K White Gold Ring with Princess Cut Diamond Row and Round Blue Sapphire
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K men's ring with 13 princess cut diamonds 0.84 carats total weight and one round sapphire
Category

2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Men s 14k White Gold .33ctw Diamond Satin Polished Chevron Pinky Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
- SI1/SI2 Clarity - 0.21ctw (approx.) Total Carat Weight: 0.33 (approx.) Material: 14K Solid White Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

14K Yellow Gold Diamond Basketweave Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
This bold 14K yellow gold ring features a richly textured basketweave pattern that sets the stage
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Men s Ring 14k Rd .60ctw Four-Stone Channel Set Wedding Band
Located in Greensboro, NC
Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .60ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: Light
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Men s Ring - 14k Round Brilliant .30ctw Nugget Channel Set
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 9 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 or Down 1 size for $30 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Three Green Emeralds and Brilliant Cut Diamond Mens Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 11.5 (resizing available for a fee) Total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Mens diamond ring 14KT yellow gold size 9
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Mens diamond ring with 1.50 carats of diamonds VS-SI clarity and G-H color. Gorgeous cocktail ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Solid Gold Diamond Signet Pinky Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
14K Solid Gold Diamond Signet Ring Gold Ring Women Pinky Ring Men Women Ring Light weight can be
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2010s Indian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

Mens Vintage Ruby Row Center and Diamond Side Rows Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Style: Statement Ring Ring Size: 7.75 (resizing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Two Tone Wedding Natural Diamond Band Ring For Men in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
SGL. This two-tone diamond ring features a sleek gold band with a polished white gold inlay that
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Yellow Gold Diamond Art Deco Men s Signet Ring 14k Mine Lion SJ Initials SZ 8
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 8 Era: Art Deco Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men ring, Lion ring for men, Lion Men s Ring, Luxury Men s Ring, Men signet ring
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Experience the allure of majestic strength and timeless style with our "Lion Men Ring." Expertly
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2010s Israeli Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold F.D.N.Y 20 Years Active Service Diamond Men s Ring
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold 20 Years Active Service F.D.N.Y Diamond Ring, a meaningful service award
Category

Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.31tcw 14K Natural Emerald-Emerald Cut Diamond Accent Men s Statement Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
gold setting, with two petite diamonds accenting either side of the stone. The perfect men's pinky ring
Category

2010s American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

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

14K Yellow Gold Black Onyx Diamond Ring
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Men's black onyx and diamond ring in 14k setting. Stamped 14k and weighs 14.1 grams gross weight
Category

Mid-20th Century Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men s Dollar Sign Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Men's Dollar Sign Diamond Ring A ring featuring one round cut center diamond, approximately .12
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Synthetic Sapphire Mens Ring 14K Gold Heavy Size 12.5 Перстень
By Estate Jewelry
Located in Brambleton, US
Vintage Synthetic Sapphire Mens Ring 14K Gold Heavy Size 12.5 Перстень This is an exquisite piece
Category

20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold

0.90tcw 14K Excellent Quality Men s Emerald Cut Diamond Channel Set Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Bold and unique, this men's 14K gold ring says it all. The men's emerald, emerald cut & diamond
Category

2010s Zambian Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K Yellow Gold Rectangle Diamond Ring 0.88ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Men's diamond ring in 14k yellow gold. Stamped 14k and weighs 10.7 grams. The center diamond is
Category

Mid-20th Century Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men s Diamond Ring, 1.35 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
White diamonds totaling 1.35 carats radiate in this handsome men's ring. The central diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

9.50 Cts Round Baguette F/VS1 Diamonds Men s Iced Out Large Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
baguette cut diamonds Men's Iced Out Large Ring in 14K gold for yourself! Specifications : Diamond Color
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Gold Diamond Five Stone Mens Band 14k Round Brilliant 1.00ctw Ring 10 1/2
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 10 1/2 Metal Content: 14k White Gold & 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

1.33 Cts F/VS1 Round Brilliant Cut Channel-Set Diamonds Men s Band Ring 14K Gold
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
exquisite 1.33 carat diamond ring crafted in 14k pure gold! Specifications : Diamond Color : White Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Skulls ring black diamonds 14KT black gold mens ring 7mm
Located in Boca Raton, FL
One of a kind, our signature Miami Jewels ring made with 12 skulls, black gold and fine quality
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Men s Three Row Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Men's Three Row Diamond Ring. A yellow gold ring featuring three rows of round cut diamonds
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k 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

Men Diamond Ring 14 Karat Two Tone Brushed Gold Mens Band Rose and White Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Men's Diamond Ring Band Pre- owned in great condition -as new 14k Two tone - Rose and White Gold
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2010s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

0.92Cttw Channel Set Princess Cut Diamond Mens Wedding Band Ring 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful diamond wedding band ring is a perfect fit for any occasion. Crafted in 14K white
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2010s Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style Square Cut Blue Sapphire Diamond 14K White Gold Mens Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
A classic men ring set in 18k yellow gold. A total of 7 round cut diamonds in H color and SI
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

GRS Certified Chrysoberyl Cats Eye Mens Ring 14k White Gold Setting
Located in Miami, FL
Top-quality Chrysoberyl Cat's Eye mounted in a classy brushed white gold ring setting. Mystical and
Category

2010s Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold Men s Wedding Band 0.30 Carat Flush Set Diamond
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This a gentleman's ring set with 0.30 carat round brilliant diamond in 14karat white gold. Circa
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Late 20th Century Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Men s Sapphire Diamond Ring Band
Located in New York, NY
Men's Sapphire & Diamond Ring Band. A band consisting of a center hexagon cut sapphire with five
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

White Gold Diamond Men s Wedding Band 14k Round .50ctw Five-Stone Ring SZ 11 3/4
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 11 3/4 Metal Content: 14k White Gold 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

2.28tcw 14K Men s Colombian Emerald Round Cut Diamond Cluster Two-Toned Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
ring and create an eye-catching design. The men's ring is made in 14K yellow gold with excellent spread
Category

2010s Colombian Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

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

8.98 Cts Baguette Round Cut F/VS1 Diamonds Men s Hip Hop Cross Ring in 14K Gold
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Large Cross Ring, featuring 8.98 carats of diamonds set in 14K gold. It's designed to make you smile and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Channel Diamond Wedding eternity Band. Mens diamond channel eternity ring
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Classic Mens Wedding Band. 14k White Gold. Single Row channel set diamonds. Ring was sold by KAY jewelers
Category

Early 2000s Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond

Vintage Men s 14k White Gold Black Star Sapphire Diamond Wide Large Heavy Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
- Flush Burnish Set - G/H Color - SI2/I1 Clarity - 0.52ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14k White Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Star Sapphire, White Gold

8.98 Cts Baguette Round Cut F/VS1 Diamonds Men s Hip Hop Cross Ring in 14K Gold
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Large Cross Ring, featuring 8.98 carats of diamonds set in 14K gold. It's designed to make you smile and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Rolex Design Diamond Ring 0.75ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Men's diamond ring in 14k yellow gold setting with Rolex watch style design. Stamped 14k and tests
Category

Late 20th Century Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold 3 Diamond Ring
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This men's ring is crafted in solid 14K yellow gold and showcases a bold yet refined design. Set
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

.30ct. mens natural round diamond traditional ring 14kt Gold
Located in New York, NY
Men's round diamonds & Mod Deco ring. .30ct. center round diamond. Full Cut, Brilliant Vs-2
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2010s American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14KT yellow diamond ring mens diamond ring year unknown
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Interesting diamond ring appears to be mens or unisex, made with several diamonds in cocktail style
Category

20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Unbranded Two-Tone Sapphire Men s Ring in 14K White Gold Size 8.75
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
Unbranded Two-Tone ring 14K White Gold & 18K Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamonds Main Stone Sapphire
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

.90 Carat Round Diamond White Gold Men s Band Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
.90 carat round diamond white gold men's band ring is a masterpiece of understated elegance and
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Late 20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

.60ct Natural round diamond mens ring 14kt gold pinky
Located in New York, NY
.60ct Natural Round Cut Diamond unisex mens Ring Si-1 clarity H color. 14kt yellow gold 6.4
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2010s American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men s Ring Square Design Natural Diamonds Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Diamond
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mens Diamond Ring Vintage Diamonds have a very good sparkle sort to speak "life". pre-owned in
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1990s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Men s 0.51tcw Diamond and 14k White Gold Contemporary Channel Set Wedding Band
Located in Towson, MD
One contemporary men's wedding band crafted in 14 karat white gold with seven brilliant round
Category

2010s Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

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Mens 14k Gold Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact mens 14k gold diamond ring you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 14k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 199 vintage editions and 278 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect mens 14k gold diamond ring among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced 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. A mens 14k gold diamond ring from Alberto, DGI and Effy — 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 oval cut cut and emerald cut cut versions available here, too. Finding a mens 14k gold diamond ring for sale for men should be easy, but there are 116 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as women, too.

How Much is a Mens 14k Gold Diamond Ring?

The price for a mens 14k gold diamond ring starts at $396 and tops out at $66,800 with these rings, on average, selling for $2,499.

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.