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South Sea Pearl and Diamond Cocktail Ring Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond ring features a pearl of 16.5mm diameter. The pearl is untreated
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl and Diamond Ring with Mabe Pearl Center
Located in New York, NY
Classic and elegant best describes this 18 karat yellow gold ring. The ring centers a mabe pearl in
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Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k White Gold Bypass Ring with Pearl and Diamond Sphere
Located in Bergamo, BG
A refined 18k white gold bypass ring featuring a lustrous pearl on one end and a diamond-pavé
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamonds, Rubies, Pearl, Rose Gold and Silver Frog Shape Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Frog shape ring in 9k rose gold and silver structure, totally studded with rubies and diamonds on
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2010s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

South Sea Pearl And Diamond Bow Ring Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
This South Sea pearl and diamond bow ring features a large untreated pearl of 17.5mm diameter. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Yellow Gold Ring with 10mm Pearl and Pave Diamonds
Located in Bergamo, BG
A bold 18K yellow gold ring featuring a 10mm central pearl, framed by two rows of brilliant-cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Floral Ring with Pearl and Diamond Accents
Located in Bergamo, BG
Central pearl Floral motif with pavé-set brilliant-cut diamonds, 0.22 carats Weight: 20.5 grams US ring
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

South Sea Pearl and Diamond Ring Whimsical Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond ring features a playful design with two South Sea pearls of 13.5mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Autore Pearl Diamond Ring Circa 1990s
By Autore
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
An Autore designer ring featuring a golden South Sea pearl with pave' set champagne coloured
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

South Sea Pearl and Diamond Cocktail Ring Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond cocktail ring features a large beautiful pearl of 16.2mm diameter
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

19mm South Sea Pearl And Diamond Ring Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond cocktail ring features a gem quality pearl of the extraordinary
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Golden Pearl And Diamond Cocktail Ring Onyx Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The golden pearl and diamond ring features a splendid pearl of 15.5/16mm diameter. The pearl is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Onyx, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

South-Sea Pearl, Diamonds, Amethysts, Pearls, 14Kt Rose Gold and White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
) surrounded by amethysts, diamonds and little pearls. This ring was totally handmade by Italian master
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Diamonds Bronze Natural Pearl Hand Made Ring
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Diamond ctg 0,70 Bronze Natural Pearl Ring. Size 14 eu. All Giulia Colussi jewelry is new and has
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2010s Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Bronze

18k White Gold with White Pearls and White Diamonds Ring
Located in GALLARATE, IT
. Ring in 18k white gold with white Pearls (size: 7,5mm) and white Diamonds cts 0.32 VS colour G/H
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Romantic Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k Yellow Gold with Golden Pearl and White Diamonds Ring
Located in GALLARATE, IT
Classic and fashion ring in 18k yellow gold with Golden Pearl (14 mm) and white Diamonds cts0.04 VS
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

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

Hydrothermal Spinel, Pearl, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Frog Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
the body and 2 diamonds as eyes. The frog holds a pearl. Diamonds 0.37 ct Hydrothermal Spinel 0.72
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2010s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Spinel, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Cancer Zodiac Cocktail Ring Diamonds and Pearl Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The zodiac Cancer ring is set with 2.11 carats of round diamonds of top quality (F/G-VVS). The eyes
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold,...

South Sea Pearl Diamond Retro Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
A distinguished 1970s vintage ring featuring a magnificent 43-carat South Sea pearl measuring 18mm
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Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold

Tanzanite, Diamonds, Pearl, Platinum and 14 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
pearl surrounded by tanzanite and diamonds. This ring was totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

South Sea Pearl And Diamond Cocktail Ring Déco Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond cocktail ring features a pearl of 16.5-17mm diameter. The pearl is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Black Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Ring White Gold Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The Tahitian pearl and diamond ring features a playful design with two Tahitian pearls of 13mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k Yellow Gold Ring with 15mm Central Pearl and Diamond Halo
Located in Bergamo, BG
. Key Features: 18k yellow gold setting 15mm central pearl Marquise and baguette-cut natural diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

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

18K White and Yellow Gold Ring with Central Pearl and Diamond Pavé
Located in Bergamo, BG
A refined ring crafted in 18K white and yellow gold, featuring a luminous central pearl. The band
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

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

18K White Gold Ring with Pavé Diamonds and 15mm Central Pearl
Located in Bergamo, BG
A striking 18K white gold ring featuring a luminous 15mm central pearl, surrounded by an elegant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

South Sea Pearl and Baguette Diamond Cocktail Ring Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The pearl and baguette diamond cocktail ring features a large South Sea pearl of 18mm diameter. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k White Gold Ring with 8mm White Pearl and Diamond Pavé
Located in Bergamo, BG
white pearl at its center, complemented by a delicate pavé of natural white diamonds along the band. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k Yellow Gold Ring with Central Pearl and Pavé Diamond Weave
Located in Bergamo, BG
An exquisite 18k yellow gold ring featuring a luminous central pearl framed by an intricate pavé
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

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

South Sea Pearl And Marquise Diamond Cocktail Ring Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond ring features a large pearl of 18mm diameter. The pearl is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Yellow Gold Ring with Central Pearl and Diamond Pavé Weave
Located in Bergamo, BG
An elegant 18K yellow gold ring featuring a luminous central pearl, embraced by an intricate white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

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

18k White Gold Ring with Double Pavé Diamonds and Central Pearl
Located in Bergamo, BG
A refined 18k white gold ring featuring a lustrous central pearl framed by two rows of pavé-set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k Yellow Gold Ring with 15mm White Pearl and Pavé Diamonds
Located in Bergamo, BG
An elegant 18k yellow gold ring featuring a striking 15mm white pearl as its centerpiece. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Diamonds Emeralds Pearl Rose Gold and Silver Fashion Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fashion ring in 9k rose gold and silver structure mounted with a white pearl in the center and
Category

Vintage 1950s Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Pearl, Emerald, Diamond, 9k Gold, Silver, Rose Gold

Pearl, Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Elegant ring in 18 kt white gold structure mounted with a central pearl and diamonds. Diamonds
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2010s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

A Natural Pearl And Old Cut Diamond Ring Circa 1910
Located in Firenze, IT
The 7.5mm natural pearl between two old brilliant-cut diamonds, diamonds approx. 0.50cts total
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

18K Yellow Gold Ring with Central Pearl and Diamond Pavé Leaves
Located in Bergamo, BG
A refined 18K yellow gold ring featuring a luminous 8mm central pearl, embraced by delicately
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

South Sea Pearl And Diamond Cocktail Ring Ribbon Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond cocktail ring features a top quality pearl of 18.50mm diameter. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Gold Silver Diamond Australian Pearl Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Retro ring in 9kt yellow gold and silver composed of a central pearl surrouded by diamonds
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

White Diamonds South Australian Pearl Cluster Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Elegant ring in 14k white gold mounted with one south sea pearl in the center and white diamonds
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1990s Italian Cluster Rings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Rose and White Gold Rubies Sapphire Diamonds and Australian Pearl Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Charming cluster ring composed of a bouquet of diamonds, rubies and sapphires surrounding a central
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

South Sea Pearl And Diamond Cocktail Ring Floral Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond cocktail ring features a gem quality pearl of pinkish hues and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k Yellow Gold Ring with Central Pearl and Diamond-Set Bezel
Located in Bergamo, BG
A refined 18k yellow gold ring featuring a 5mm lustrous central pearl, elegantly cradled in a bezel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K White Gold Ring with White Pearl and Brilliant-Cut Diamonds
Located in Bergamo, BG
An elegant 18K white gold ring featuring a lustrous 7.5mm white pearl, set between pavé-set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Yellow Gold Ring with Central Pearl and Diamond Pavé Accents
Located in Bergamo, BG
A refined 18K yellow gold ring featuring a luminous 9mm pearl at its center, framed by pavé-set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

South Sea Pearl and Diamond Cocktail Ring Cornucopia Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond ring features a South Sea pearl of 13 x 15mm of lovely lustre. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Yellow Gold Ring with White Pearl and Pavé Diamond Accents
Located in Bergamo, BG
A refined 18K yellow gold ring featuring a luminous 8mm white pearl as its focal point. The elegant
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pearl, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
diamonds. This ring was totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths and it is in perfect conditions
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

18K White Gold Ring with Black Pearl and Pavé Diamond Flower Design
Located in Bergamo, BG
A striking 18K white gold ring featuring a luminous black pearl at its center, surrounded by a
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Amethyst, Pearls, Rubies, Sapphires, Emeralds, Diamonds, Gold and Silver Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
with a pearl in the central part surrounded by diamonds,pearls,sapphires,emeralds and rubies. This ring
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, S...

Diamonds Amethyst Pearl Rose White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fantastic ring in rose and white gold, 14 kt, embellished with diamonds 0.56 ct, amethysts from ct
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Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl

Diamonds, Sapphires, Rubies, Emeralds, Stones, Pearls, Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
. This ring was totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths and it is in perfect conditions. Diamonds
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Pearl, Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Elegant ring in 18 kt white gold structure mounted with a central pearl and diamonds. This ring was
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Golden Pearl And Diamond Ring Yellow Sapphire Accent Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The golden pearl and diamond ring features a lovely pearl of 16mm diameter. The pearl is untreated
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Yellow Sapphire, Diamond, Pearl, Sapphir...

Pearls, Diamonds, Emeralds, Sapphires, Rubies, Stones, Rose Gold and Silver Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Retrò ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central pearl surrounded by
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Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Bvlgari Pearl Diamond 18k Gold Cocktail Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Bulgari pearl and diamond ring exemplifies the brand’s signature blend of luxury and Italian
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1990s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Pearl, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
diamonds. This ring was totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths and it is in perfect conditions
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamonds, Pearls, 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Elegant ring in 18 kt white gold structure mounted with rows of diamonds with a little pearl. This
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

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Pearl And Diamond Rings Italian For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate pearl and diamond rings italian for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Rose Gold. If you’re looking for a pearl and diamond rings italian from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. A pearl and diamond rings italian from Falcinelli Italy, FERRUCCI and New Italian Art — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. While most can agree that any pearl and diamond rings italian from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 7 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. Most of our pearl and diamond rings italian for sale are for women, but there are 3 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Pearl And Diamond Rings Italian?

On average, a pearl and diamond rings italian at 1stDibs sells for $3,250, while they’re typically $1,152 on the low end and $18,000 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.