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French Antique Napoleon III Sapphire Diamond Gold Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
small claw set antique brilliant cut diamonds. Above the centre of this ‘Toi et Moi’ lovers ring is set
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Antique 1850s French Napoleon III Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified 2 Carat Old Mine Cut Cushion Cut Diamond Studs F Color
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
pair of studs or centers for a moi et toi ring. These rare diamonds are graded VS2 for clarity, and
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2010s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Paloma Picasso for Tiffany Co. Yellow Gold Amethyst and Citrine Bombé Ring
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
Authentic Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co. bombé ring with stylized Toi et Moi motif featuring an
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Late 20th Century Dome Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Pearl and Diamond Cross over Ring
Located in London, GB
, creating an elegant and romantic shape. The pearl and diamond can be interpreted as a ‘moi et toi’ symbol
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Lovely " Toi et Moi " diamond ring
Located in New York, NY
a Lovely 18 K yellow gold "Toi et Moi" ring set with two central 0,50 carat old mine diamonds
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French Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold

A Lovely "Toi et Moi" Ring
Located in New York, NY
An 18K yellow gold "toi et moi" ring, set with a coral cabochon and an amethyst cabochon
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French Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Coral, Amethyst, 18k Gold

Boucheron Diamond Yellow Gold Serpent Boheme Toi et Moi Ring
By Boucheron
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Classic 18k yellow gold bypass rings from Serpent Boheme Toi et Moi collection, decorated with
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20th Century French More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique "Toi et Moi" Gold and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
An 18K yellow gold "toi et moi" ring, set with 1.20 carats of Old Miner diamonds.
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French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Bulgari Amethyst Peridot Gold Toi et Moi Tubogas Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Vail, CO
"Toi et Moi" ring, showcasing entwined cabochon amethyst and peridot in 18k yellow gold, the
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Peridot, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian Diamond "Toi Et Moi" Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
reinforce the toi et moi sentiment: yellow gold and platinum, rose cut and old mine cut, north and south (of
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Art Nouveau Diamond "Toi et Moi" Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
colour of the diamonds and sets up a lovely two-tone effect with the yellow gold band. Ring size: 9.
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Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Art Nouveau Diamond "Toi et Moi" Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
shoulders. The ring is modelled in 18k gold, and the diamonds set in platinum to enhance their colour and
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Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Edwardian Toi Et Moi Sapphire Set Ring in 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
in a bezel settings in a Toi et Moi style. Such a beautiful antique twist ring all crafted in 18ct
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Sapphire Diamond "Toi Et Moi" Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A stylish Art Deco Toi et Moi ring dating from the early 20th Century. Set with two principal
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Toi Et Moi Round Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring in 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Crafted in 18 carat yellow gold, this whimsical vintage Toi Et Moi ring features a lovely
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20th Century Unknown Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Vintage 18ct Gold and Platinum Toi Et Moi Diamond Crossover Ring
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A pretty vintage 18ct yellow gold and platinum two stone 'toi et moi' crossover ring, with an
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Vintage 1970s Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Vintage circa 1950s Sapphire Diamond Toi Et Moi Ring 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Forged in 18 carat gold, this darling vintage ring, circa 1950s, features a duo of one shimmering
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20th Century Unknown Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Pear Cut Opal and Diamond Toi Et Moi Style Ring in Yellow Gold
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
A beautiful vintage twist on a Toi Et Moi style ring. Featuring in this ring are two very bright
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1990s British Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold

Emerald Antique Old European Cut Diamond Toi et Moi Ring
By Valentina Fine Jewellery
Located in Sai Kung District, HK
Beautiful toi et moi ring. 1.71ct Zambian Vivid Green Emerald with excellent clarity and little
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2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

VS1 0.35 Carat Diamond 18 Carat Gold Toi Et Moi Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
A natural Diamond Toi et Moi ring circa 1910. ​Solid 18 carat yellow gold shank and white gold head
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20th Century British Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Boucheron Serpent Boheme Toi Et Moi S Motif Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring Size 52
By Boucheron
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Crafted by Boucheron, the Serpent Boheme Toi Et Moi ring exudes timeless elegance. Its intertwined
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2010s Italian Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

1.74 Carat Diamond platinum Toi Et Moi Engagement Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
We have set these outstanding diamonds in a contemporary "Toi et Moi" ring mount of our
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21st Century and Contemporary English Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Early 20th Century 18ct Gold Ruby and Diamond Toi et Moi Ring
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
'toi et moi' ring. This design was popular in the early 1900s and remains popular today. The diamond in
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Early 20th Century British Victorian Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

A Romantic "Toi et Moi" Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century 18K yellow gold ring, set with a 7.6 mm natural pearl and an approx. 1.50
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Antique Late 19th Century French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s Toi Et Moi Sapphire Diamond Ring 14 Carat Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Embrace the allure of the 1980s with this exquisite Toi Et Moi ring, a poignant dance of sapphire
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20th Century Unknown Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald Antique Old European Cut Diamond Toi et Moi Engagement Ring
By Valentina Fine Jewellery
Located in Sai Kung District, HK
Beautiful toi et moi ring. Would make a stunning and unique engagement ring. 1.71ct Zambian
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2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Art Nouveau 18 Carat Gold and Diamond Twist Toi et Moi Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
A stunning Art Nouveau period ring. Solid 18 carat yellow gold piece with front platinum bezel. Set
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Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Early 20th Century 18ct Gold and Platinum Diamond Toi Et Moi Cluster Ring
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A unique antique 18ct yellow gold and platinum two stone cross over diamond cluster ring often
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Boucheron Serpent Boheme Toi Et Moi S Motif Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring Size 52
By Boucheron
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Crafted by Boucheron, the Serpent Boheme Toi Et Moi ring exudes timeless elegance. Its intertwined
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2010s European Wedding Rings

18 Carat Gold and 0.39 Carat Diamond Toi Et Moi Ring on Twist
Located in St Helens, GB
A natural Diamond Toi et Moi ring. SIZE ; O UK, 7 1/4 US ​Solid 18 carat yellow gold shank with
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Antique 19th Century British Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Quality 18 Carat Gold Ruby and Diamond Toi Et Moi Cluster Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
A beautiful Ruby and Diamond cluster ring. Solid 18 carat yellow gold example. Designed with two
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20th Century British Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold

Antique 18 Carat Gold and Platinum Amethyst Toi et Moi Ring with Diamonds
Located in St Helens, GB
A late Victorian period toi et moi twist ring. SIZE ; N UK, 6 3/4 US Solid 18 carat yellow gold
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20th Century British Edwardian Engagement Rings

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Amethyst, 18k Gold

Art Nouveau 18ct Gold Old Cut Diamond Toi Et Moi Crossover Ring, circa 1905
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A fine and pretty Art Nouveau 18ct gold old cut diamond two stone, toi-et-moi (‘you and me’) ring
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Fashion Rings

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Diamond Sapphire Ring, Toi et Moi, 18 Carat Gold, circa 1920s
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
A vintage diamond and sapphire cross over ring (Toi et Moi) with diamond shoulders. To one side
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond and Sapphire Toi Et Moi Ring
Located in New York, NY
A deco delight in every sense of the word. This swirling Toi et Moi ring, likely dated back to the
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Victorian 0.5 Carat Old Cut Diamond Pearl 18 Carat Gold Toi Et Moi Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
A natural Diamond Toi et Moi ring circa 1910. ​Solid 18 carat yellow gold shank with platinum claw
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Vintage 1990s Oval Ceylon Type Sapphire Diamond Moi Et Toi Ring 18 Carat Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Crafted in 18 carat yellow gold, this charming vintage ring, circa 1990s, features an oval deep
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20th Century Unknown Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Victorian 0.65 Carat Old Cut Diamond 18 Carat Gold Toi Et Moi Engagement Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
A late Victorian period toi et moi twist ring. SIZE ; L UK, 5 3/4 US Solid 18 carat yellow gold
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20th Century British Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Boucheron Serpent Boheme Toi et Moi XS Motif Diamond 18k Gold Ring Size 53
By Boucheron
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
textured skin. This Boucheron Serpent Boheme Toi et Moi ring is made of 18k yellow gold and packed with the
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2010s Fashion Rings

Most Elegant Engagement Ring with Rubies and Diamonds a So-Called toi et moi
Located in Antwerp, BE
Antique jewelry object group: engagement ring (or anniversary ring), and a ring 'toi et moi
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Antique Early 1900s Belgian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

0.50 Carat Old and Rose Cut Diamond 18ct Gold Toi Et Moi Twist Two Stone Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
A superb natural Diamond Toi et Moi ring circa 1890. ​Solid 18 carat yellow gold shank with
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Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage 1950s Sapphire and Diamond Toi et Moi Two-Stone Twist Engagement Ring
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
A mid-20th century diamond and sapphire two stone cross over ring. Set with an old European cut
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

1.19 Carat Old Cut Diamond "Toi et Moi" Ring in Cross Over Twist Design
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
A lovely vintage diamond engagement ring in the romantic "Toi et Moi" design. Set with two old cut
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Spinel Blue Topaz Yellow Gold Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Dublin, IE
Vintage "Toi et Moi" (You and Me) ring in 750 yellow gold with pear shaped spinel and blue topaz
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1990s Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Spinel, Topaz, Gold

1930s Art Nouveau 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Engagement Bridal Ring
Located in Pamplona, Navarra
Unique and exquisite Art Deco Style. 1930s diamond "You and Me" ring crafted in 18kt yellow gold
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

1920 s Period 3.18ct Two Stone Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
The most beautiful and larger than life two stone ring. This ring has an almost toi et moi style
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Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Pear Cut Pink Sapphire Green Sapphire Diamonds 18 Carats Yellow Gold Ring
By Les Pierres de Julie
Located in Paris, FR
Yellow gold toi et moi ring set with a green sapphire and a pink sapphire, both pear shapped, and
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2010s French Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Diamond Toi et Moi Ring
Located in New York, NY
Antique Toi et Moi ring. The main stones are old-mine cut diamonds in individual prong settings
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Antique Early 1900s American More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Boucheron Serpent Boheme Toi Et Moi Ring 18K Yellow Gold with Diamonds
By Boucheron
Located in New York, NY
Measurements: Size: 5.75 - 51 Designer: Boucheron Model: Serpent Boheme Toi Et Moi Ring 18K Yellow Gold with
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21st Century and Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Toi-et-moi two heart Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Overland Park, KS
Stunning toi-et-moi ring featuring 2 Mozambique rubies and associated diamond clusters set in 18K
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2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Art Nouveau 1.12 Carat Diamond Ring “Toi et Moi”, circa 1910
Located in Goettingen, DE
Art Nouveau 1.12 Carat Diamond Ring “Toi et Moi”, circa 1910 Decorative ring In an exquisite 'Toi
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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Old Mine Cut Diamond Toi et Moi Engagement Ring
Located in Danvers, MA
A lovely and romantic ring, this elegant Toi et Moi (translating to "you and me" in French) ring
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20th Century British Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique French Crossover Ring Belle Époque
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Very lovely antique ring. Crossover or Toi et moi shape designed. Made in France circa 1910
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Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque More Rings

Materials

Diamond

English Toi et Moi Diamond Yellow Gold Ring Birmingham
Located in Boston, MA
Beacon Hill Jewelers Presents: An English 22 karat yellow gold toi et moi diamond ring hallmarked
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Early 20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

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Toi Et Moi Rings Yellow Gold For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact piece of toi et moi rings yellow gold 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 18k Gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Making the right choice when shopping for an item from our selection of toi et moi rings yellow gold may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but 2 Carat and 2.5 Carat versions are of considerable interest. Creating a choice in our collection of toi et moi rings yellow gold has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Boucheron, Alberto and Beyond Fine Jewelry are consistently popular. Take a look at an object in our assortment of toi et moi rings yellow gold featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also pear cut cut and old mine cut cut versions available here, too. Finding an option in this array of toi et moi rings yellow gold for sale for women should be easy, but there are 18 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Toi Et Moi Rings Yellow Gold?

The price for a piece of toi et moi rings yellow gold starts at $395 and tops out at $85,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $4,900.

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 Toi Et Moi Rings Yellow Gold
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A toi et moi ring, French for “you and me” is a style of ring meant to signify loving partnerships. Toi et moi rings are rings that feature two gemstones meant to symbolize the two people in love and can come in a variety of settings. Shop a range of rings, including toi et moi styles, on 1stDibs.