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RETRO ring with old mine cut and single cut diamonds up to 0.90ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k two-tone gold ring set with old mine-cut and single-cut diamonds up to 0.90 ct - F/G - P2, VS
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

1.00 Carat Mens Channel Set Round Diamond Band Ring in Yellow and White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
tone gold finish. This masculine band ring features 5 bright white diamonds channel set in a single row
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Ruby and Old Mine Cut Diamond Wide Band Ring in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This charming vintage ring displays a striking balance of color and sparkle, with two vivid red
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Men s 18k Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond Ring, Size 10 - 9.7g
Located in Providence, RI
ring is crafted in a high quality 18k yellow gold, set with two round brilliant cut diamonds to accent
Category

20th Century Unknown Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau GIA 1.60ct Old Mine Diamond Crossover "Toi et Moi" 18K Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
karat gold . Each of the two diamonds is a hand cut old European Mine cut stone, both are of extremely
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Vintage 1910s English Art Nouveau Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 9.5 Carat Pink Kunzite Diamond Cocktail Split Shank Ring in 18k Gold
By Gad Co.
Located in Miami, FL
natural diamonds. The two rows of diamonds also offer a two-tone color contrast to the yellow-gold setting
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Kunzite, 18k Gold

Ruby Diamond Art Deco Style Three Stone White Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
A good looking two tone gold ring that is set with three well matched rubies with two small
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

4.73 Carat Amethyst Ladies Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
4.73 Carat Amethyst Ladies Diamond Ring -Metal Type: 18K Two-Tone -4.73Carat Amethyst -0.32Carat
Category

2010s North American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold

GIA Green 2ct Diamond Ring/Pendant with 2.55ct White Diamonds
Located in Bucharest, Romania
GIA Fancy Yellow-Green diamond ring pendant crafted in elegant 18k white and pink gold. This rare
Category

2010s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Pink Diamond

Gemistry 1.15 Cttw Natural Emerald/Diamond Ring in 14K Yellow/White Gold Size 9
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the vibrant beauty of the Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring, crafted in luxurious 14K two
Category

2010s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

LeVian 14K White Gold Round Chocolate Brown Diamond Bridal Wedding Halo Ring
By Le Vian
Located in Great Neck, NY
Two Tone Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

White Gold

5.12 Carat Vivid Green Pear Cut Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
By Gad Co.
Located in Miami, FL
18k white and yellow gold two-tone emerald and diamond ring. Centering a 5.12 carat pear cut
Category

2010s Colombian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

18k White Gold Toi et Moi Ring with Heart Shape Tanzanite and Baguette Diamond
By Gad Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Gorgeous natural Tanzanite and Diamond "Toi et Moi" ring in 18 karat white gold. "Toi et Moi
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2010s Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rachel Koen 18 Karat White Gold Round Cut Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring 1.13 Carat
Located in New York, NY
an outline of round brilliant diamonds. The two-row diamond-studded shank of this ring and 2-tone
Category

2010s American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
yellow gold and features two triangular cut emeralds and four old cut diamonds in the centre. The
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Antique 19th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

1.12 Cttw Natural Blue Zircon/Diamond Ring in 14K Yellow/White Gold Size 7
Located in New York, NY
Discover the radiant charm of the Blue Zircon and Diamond Ring, meticulously crafted in 14K two
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2010s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Zircon, 14k Gold

18K Rose Gold Ring with Csarite, Pink Sapphires, and Diamonds by Erica Courtney
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Immerse yourself in opulent elegance with this 18K Rose Gold Ring by the esteemed designer Erica
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Other, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Emerald Cut Green Tourmaline and Diamond Channel Set Band Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 6.25 This pretty two tone band ring has bold color, significant sparkle and a unique
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Oval Red Ruby and Golden Citrine Baguette Diamond Ring in 20K Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
This vintage two-stone diamond ring is truly a work of art. The two stunning oval-cut gemstones at
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Fancy Diamond 0.70Ct Fancy Sapphire Toi et Moi Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
, representing the union of two souls. This particular ring, fashioned from lustrous 18 karat yellow gold
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.20ct Single Cut Diamond Vintage Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. Crafted in a beautiful two-toned style, it combines 18k white gold with an 18k yellow gold roped shank
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond

15kt Gold and Platinum Three-Stone Diamond and Natural Ruby Ring
Located in Braintree, GB
An antique three-stone ring crafted in 15kt gold with platinum settings, centring on a natural
Category

Vintage 1910s European Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified 5.32 Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring with Trillion-Cut Diamonds
Located in Chicago, IL
luxurious combination of 18K yellow gold—which enriches the warm tone of the Fancy Yellow diamond—and
Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Ralph Masri 1919 Diamond Pink Sapphire Ring
By Ralph Masri
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Striking two-tone ring from Ralph Masri's '1919' Bauhaus-inspired collection, set with 0.56cts of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Lebanese Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Ralph Masri 1919 Diamond Pink Sapphire Ring
Ralph Masri 1919 Diamond Pink Sapphire Ring
$4,355 Sale Price / item
21% Off
Wellendorff Aubergine Diamond Ring Size H (47)
By Wellendorff
Located in London, GB
Here we have an 18ct yellow gold ring from the iconic German jewellery designer, Wellendorff. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

5.00ct Diamond Two Tone Gold Ring and Earrings Set
Located in New York, NY
This is a charming 18k white and yellow gold ring and earrings set. The set features sparkling
Category

20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Natural Russian Demantoid Garnet 0.36 cts set in 14K White Gold Ring w Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, CA
collection. With a princess cut diamond at the center the cool tones of the ring will surely flatter any skin
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21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, White Gold

Mario Buccellati Vinatge Three-Stone Diamond 18K Gold Filigree Dome Ring
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
tones and the character of an antique old mine cut. Flanked by two cushion-cut side diamonds totaling
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Gin and Grace 18KTT 1-Carat Yellow Diamond Ring with White Diamond Accents
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your elegance with the Gin and Grace 18K two-tone gold ring, showcasing a breathtaking 1
Category

20th Century Indian Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...

Vintage Men’s 0.60tcw 3-Stone Old Mine Diamond Ring 18k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
carat for a total of 0.60 carat. The diamonds are G/VS+ and are old miner cut. The ring is two tone gold
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Vintage 1970s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 1920 Five Stones Ring in 18kt Yellow Gold with Diamonds
Located in Aventura, FL
 white gold top, creating a striking two-tone effect that enhances its vintage appeal. The design
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified 7.03 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
, is set in a sophisticated two-tone design crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum. The cut-cornered
Category

2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Exquisite 4.3ct Quartz and Diamond Dome Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
, set in 14K yellow gold. The quartz is beautifully complemented by two round brilliant diamonds, with a
Category

2010s Singaporean Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Eli Jewels Design Radiant Cut Solitaire Diamond Ring
Located in Tucson, AZ
two tone platinum and gold designer mounting. A masterful blend of noble metals and elegant design
Category

20th Century Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

White Pink Yellow Champagne Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Two-Tone 14 Karat Diamond Flower Ring with a black Rhodium finish to accent the different hues in
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Rhodium, Gold

Antique Toi et Moi Ring in 18K Gold with Emerald Pearl and Old Cut Diamonds
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
This antique Toi et Moi ring is crafted in 18K yellow gold and features a natural emerald paired
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 4 Ct. Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
the composition. The ring is crafted in 18k yellow and white gold, a sophisticated two-tone design
Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Ralph Masri 1919 Diamond Yellow Sapphire Ring
By Ralph Masri
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Striking two-tone ring from Ralph Masri's '1919' Bauhaus-inspired collection, set with 0.56cts of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Lebanese Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ralph Masri 1919 Diamond Yellow Sapphire Ring
Ralph Masri 1919 Diamond Yellow Sapphire Ring
$4,355 Sale Price / item
21% Off
Spectra Fine Jewelry Cushion Cut Yellow Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
stone’s golden hue with dazzling luminosity. Crafted in two-tone 18K gold for an elegant finish, the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

3.54 Carat Multi Shaped Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18KT two tone multi shaped fancy yellow diamond ring with 3.54 carats of five yellow diamonds and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Vintage 14k Gold Retro Style Old Euro Cut Diamond and Baguette Cut Ruby Ring
Located in Miami, FL
elegance. Set in two-tone 14k solid gold. Details: - Metal: 14k gold - Size: 6 - Weight: 6.10 grams
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Vintage 1970s North American Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

GIA Certified Pear Cut Green Diamond Ring with Halo White Diamonds - Eze Jewelry
Located in Bucharest, Romania
GIA Certified 1-Carat Pear Cut Light Green-Yellow Diamond Ring with White Diamond Halo in 18K White
Category

2010s Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold

Wellendorff Aubergine Diamond Ring Size H (47)
By Wellendorff
Located in London, GB
Here we have an 18ct yellow gold ring from the German jewellery designer, Wellendorff. The ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Neil Lane 0.40 Carat Diamonds Bridal Band Ring
By Neil Lane
Located in Miami, FL
Lane designer. The ring is two-tone white gold over diamonds and surrounded by yellow gold. The ring
Category

Early 2000s Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

16.65tcw 18K Natural Amethyst Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Indulge in the best quality there is with this stunning, high quality amethyst and diamond 18K two
Category

2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian Five-Stone Diamond Band Ring
Located in Denver, CO
diamonds together totaling approximately 1.35 carats, HJ color SI1-2 clarity. Set in two-tone 18K white and
Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

Vintage Sapphire Old Euro Diamond Floral Halo Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Gold and Platinum Size: 5 (adjustable) Weight: 3.22 grams Ring Style: Diamond Halo Setting Shank Type
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Vintage 1960s Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified Fancy Yellow Heart Cut Diamond Ring
By Gad Co.
Located in Miami, FL
18K white and yellow gold natural diamond ring. Centering a GIA certified 1.39 carat Fancy Yellow
Category

2010s North American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Baroque South Sea Pearl Toi Et Moi Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Rhodium Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
. Nestled within the embrace of 18 karat rhodium gold, two resplendent Baroque South Sea Pearls sit side by
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Art Deco Round-cut Ruby Tapered Baguette Diamond Ring in 20K Yellow Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our Vintage Art Deco Round-cut Ruby Tapered Baguette Diamond Ring in 20K Yellow Gold, a
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20th Century Hong Kong Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

5.98carat Columbian Emerald Ring with Diamonds
Located in New Orleans, LA
round brilliant diamonds totaling approximately 1.50 carats, and accented by two baguette diamonds
Category

Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

2.13ct Pear-Shaped Pink Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
a two-tone 18K gold band with 0.57ctw of round brilliant diamonds, is GIA certified and weighs 31.4
Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pink Diamond

GIA Cert Oval Cut 7 Carat Purplish Red Tourmaline Ring with Diamond in 18K Gold
By Gad Co.
Located in Miami, FL
GIA Certified Oval Brilliant 7 Carat Purplish Red Tourmaline Ring, set in 18K Two Tone Gold
Category

2010s North American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified 15.31 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Cushion Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Set as an elegant two-tone 18k yellow and white gold ring, this exceptional GIA-certified Fancy
Category

2010s American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Engagement Ring Made in Italy, GIA Certified 0.5 Carat Diamond
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
Italy. Half Carat diamond engagement ring. Italian fine jewelry, two tone diamond ring MAIN STONE (A
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2010s Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Stylish 2.03ct Tanzanites and Diamond 3-Stone Ring in 18k Rose Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Stylish 2.03ct Tanzanites and Diamond 3-Stone Ring in 18k Rose Gold - IGI Certified A captivating
Category

2010s Israeli Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

3.95 Carat Multi Shaped Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18KT two tone multi shaped fancy yellow diamond ring with 3.95 carats of five yellow diamonds and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings

Materials

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

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Two Tone Gold Ring Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the two tone gold ring diamond you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect two tone gold ring diamond among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat versions are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic two tone gold ring diamond over the years, but those made by Suzy Levian, Georgios Collections Inc and Stambolian are often thought to be among the most beautiful. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also oval cut cut and cushion cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a two tone gold ring diamond, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Two Tone Gold Ring Diamond?

The price for a two tone gold ring diamond starts at $175 and tops out at $317,964 with these rings, on average, selling for $3,007.

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 Two Tone Gold Ring Diamond
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A two-tone ring is a ring constituted of two different metals. The most common combinations are gold and platinum. However, a two-tone ring can feature any combination of yellow, rose, or white gold. Shop a range of antique and vintage two-tone diamond rings on 1stDibs.