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SI/H Round Princess Cut Wide Diamond Cocktail Dome Band Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
SI/H Round Princess Cut Wide Diamond Cocktail Dome Band Ring 18 Karat White Gold The ring showcases
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.46Ct SI Clarity HI Color Diamond Open Ring 18k White Gold Bridal Gift for Her
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
1.46Ct SI Clarity HI Color Diamond Open Ring 18k White Gold Bridal Gift for Her The ring is crafted
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.46Ct SI Clarity HI Color Diamond Open Ring 14k White Gold Bridal Gift for Her
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
1.46Ct SI Clarity HI Color Diamond Open Ring 14k White Gold Bridal Gift for Her The ring is crafted
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Estate 14 Karat Yellow and White Gold Opal Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Addison, TX
Estate 14K Yellow and White Gold Opal Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring. The ring feature a
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Nigaam 0.82 Ctw. Emerald Diamond Bypass Ring Size 7 in 18k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Embrace modern elegance with this captivating emerald and diamond bypass ring. This unique piece
Category

2010s Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Rhodium

1.27ct Hexagon Ruby Trio Diamond Sides Engagement Ring 14k White Gold AD1752-27
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ Modern engagement ring set with a hexagon-shaped ruby in the center, flanked by three full cut
Category

2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Aquamarine Blue Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Dinner Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
vintage feel. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K White Gold Weight: 4.80 g. (approx. total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Opal Emerald and Diamond Art Deco Style Target Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
beautifully. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K White Gold Weight: 3.82 g. (approx. total weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Solid 9K White Gold Natural Opal womens Trilogy Ring - Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
the ring is your independent assurance that this ring is made of Solid White Gold. The Assay Office
Category

2010s British Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Opal, 9k Gold, White Gold

Swiss Blue Topaz and Diamond Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
dynamic look that cannot be found elsewhere. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 14K White Gold Total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

2.45 Ct SI/HI Natural Diamond Laides Ring In 14K Solid White Gold Double Band
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This 2.45Ct SI Clarity HI Color Natural Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Wide Band Ring features the two
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco German Ring Diamonds solid 14K White Gold Ø US5 / 1.55 gr
Located in SE
14K White Gold. Openwork crown 15 x 9 x 3mm deep with natural old diamond cut diamonds : 2.25 x 1.5
Category

Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1 Ct. Diamond and Ruby Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K White Gold Total weight: 6.80 g. (approx. total weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

18K White Gold 1.55 Cttw. Natural Ruby/Diamond Flexible Band Ring Size 7
Located in New York, NY
, a harmonious blend of opulence and artistry. Crafted in luxurious 18K white gold, this ring is a
Category

2010s Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, Rhodium

Asscher Cut Diamond and Ruby Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
love. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K White Gold Total weight: 3.5 g. (approx. total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Five Stone Pear Cut SI/HI Natural Diamond Chevron Ring in 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Five Stone Pear Cut SI/HI Natural Diamond Chevron Ring in 14 Karat White Gold This striking ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.5 Ct. Aquamarine and Onyx Halo Art Deco Style Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Deco design. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K White Gold Total weight: 4.00 g. (approx
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Five Stone Pear Cut SI/HI Natural Diamond Chevron Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Five Stone Pear Cut SI/HI Natural Diamond Chevron Ring in 18 Karat White Gold This striking ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Multi-Row Diamond SI/H Wide Wedding Ring Gift 18k White Gold All Tariffs Paid
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Multi-Row Diamond SI/H Wide Wedding Ring Gift 18k White Gold All Tariffs Paid he design primarily
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Multi-Row Diamond SI/H Wide Wedding Ring Gift 14k White Gold All Tariffs Paid
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Multi-Row Diamond SI/H Wide Wedding Ring Gift 14k White Gold All Tariffs Paid The design primarily
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond French Cut Emerald Art Deco Style Three Stone Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
those seeking a unique and refined statement piece. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K White
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

TCW 5.51 SI/H Diamond 14k White Gold Wide Band Ring High End Wedding Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
TCW 5.51 SI/H Diamond 14k White Gold Wide Band Ring High End Wedding Jewelry The ring is a wide
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

TCW 5.51 SI/H Diamond 18k White Gold Wide Band Ring High End Wedding Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
TCW 5.51 SI/H Diamond 18k White Gold Wide Band Ring High End Wedding Jewelry The ring is a wide
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Three Stone Dinner Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
an additional smaller diamonds around the face. The ring is crafted of white gold. There is milgrain
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Emerald Blue Sapphire Art Deco Style Floral Halo Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
The Diamond Emerald Blue Sapphire Art Deco Style Floral Halo Ring in 18K White Gold is a warm hug
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.15 Ct. Diamond and Emerald Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A superbly crafted in white gold ring centered with a bezel set oval diamond approximately 1.28
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.3 Ct. Emerald Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Egyptian Style Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco style ring crafted in 18k white gold. The central vivid green
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

London Blue Topaz and Diamond Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
topaz in the center is accented by shimmering diamonds. This ring, crafted in solid white gold, is
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Ring 1.75ct natural Blue-Green Zircon solid 18K White Gold ØUS3.5 /2.8gr
Located in SE
vibrant Bluish Green color. Band with openwork shoulders in solid 18K White Gold . Stone's back is open
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Zircon, 18k Gold, White Gold

Nigaam Serpens Diamond Coil Ring Size 7 in 18K White Gold (0.93 Cts, G/VS1)
Located in New York, NY
Adorn your finger with celestial brilliance with the Serpens Diamond Coil Ring. This stunning ring
Category

2010s Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

0.5 Ct Diamond Blue Sapphire Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
just because it is beautiful. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K White Gold Weight: 4.30 g
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Nigaam 0.55 Cttw. Sapphire/VS Diamond Serpentine Ring Size 7 in 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
18K white gold. This unique and stylish ring features a graceful, coiled design that wraps around the
Category

2010s Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Rhodium

3.09 Carat Emerald Cut Aquamarine with Pave White Diamonds 18k Rose Gold Ring
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
and design integrity along with customer's preferred finger size. The showcased ring is in a size 6
Category

2010s American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Emerald, White Diamond, Rose Gold

Nigaam 2.45 Ctw. Ruby VS Diamond Cocktail Ring Size 7 in 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Make a bold and glamorous statement with this exquisite ruby and diamond cocktail ring. Crafted
Category

2010s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, Rhodium

Blue Topaz Onyx Diamond Art Deco Style Step Shoulder Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Step Shoulder Ring in 14K White Gold. This stunning piece features a captivating emerald cut blue topaz
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

Nigaam Serpens Diamond Coil Ring Size 7 in 18K White Gold (0.83 Cts, GH/VS)
Located in New York, NY
polished 18K white gold, features a unique open coil design that gracefully wraps around your finger. The
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2010s Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

1.9 Carat Eternity Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold with 12 Brown White Diamonds
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
of the stones, this ring splits its favors evenly between the crunchy 14 karat gold and the warm
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Emerald Cut Blue Topaz Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
the class and glamour of Art Deco design. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K White Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 18K Yellow and White Gold Tiffany Co. Cocktail Ring with Diamonds.
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This evocative 18K yellow and white gold Tiffany & Co. cocktail ring is crafted entirely of hand
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

London Blue Topaz Onyx Emerald Diamond Art Deco Style Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Style: Edwardian Metal: 18K White Gold Weight: 6.50 g. (approx. total weight) Ring Size: US3-8 Center
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold

Retro Diamond Ring Old European Cut (Approx. 1.9-Carats), White Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Clarity Jewelry Type: Engagement Ring Jewelry Style: Prong Set Ring Metal: White Gold Ring Size: 6.25 US
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Vintage 1940s Retro Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Solid 14K White Gold Natural Tanzanite Pearl Womens Trilogy Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
guarantee that the ring has been completely made from Solid 14K White Gold. This ring was Designed and Made
Category

2010s British Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Pearl, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold

Solid 9k White Gold Natural Peridot Pearl womens Trilogy Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
been completely made from Solid 9K White Gold. This ring was Designed and Made in England, is
Category

2010s British Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Pearl, Peridot, 9k Gold, White Gold

0.22 Ct. Diamond and Emerald Step Shoulder Art Deco Style Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
round diamonds at its corners. Hand fabricated in white gold with milgrain edging. The ring would make a
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Old Austrian Ring Diamonds 14K Yellow White Gold Ø7.75US/ 2.5gr
Located in SE
, metal parts tested solid 14K Yellow and White Gold. Intricate 14K White Gold openwork crown : 16.5mm x
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

14 Karat White Gold Vintage Single Cut Cluster Diamond Ring 2/3 ct. tw
Located in San Francisco, CA
injustice to Sapphire's actual appearance. This ring can be size to fit your finger size. We Wil size it
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20th Century American Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Nigaam Crimson 0.75 Cts. Ruby and VS Diamond Ring Size 7 in 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
approximately 4.46 grams of 18K white gold, the "Crimson Embrace" ring is a testament to exquisite craftsmanship
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2010s Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, Rhodium

Ring Ruby Sapphire Diamonds solid 18K Rose White Yellow Gold Ø 6.25 US / 3.5gr
Located in SE
Ring of unusual design with three twisted bands of solid 18K Rose, White and Yellow Gold joined
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Vintage 1960s European Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Nigaam Art Deco 1.25 Ctw. Morganite/VS Diamond Ring Size 7 in 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
with modern sophistication. Crafted in polished 18K white gold, this ring features a striking octagonal
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2010s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, White Gold

Cartier 18k White Gold Love Band
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
. Manufacturer: Cartier Jewelry Type: Love Band Metal: White Gold Total Weight: 8.44 Grams Ring Size: 4.5 US
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Gold, White Gold

10k White Gold Natural Blue Sapphire Trilogy Ring, Modern Design Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
) Completely Solid 10K White Gold - on the inside of the shank there is a Full Hallmark which includes .417,10k
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2010s British Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 10k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold Natural Opal Pink Tourmaline Womens Trilogy Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
verified. Their mark on the ring is your independent assurance that this ring is made of Solid White Gold
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2010s British Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Opal, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold

Solid 9K White Gold Natural Ruby Pearl Victorian Trilogy Band Ring
Located in Chesham, GB
This ring is made from 9K White Gold with Genuine Natural Ruby & Natural Pearl. Like all our
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2010s British Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 9k Gold, White Gold

Nigaam 1 Cttw Ruby Diamond Bypass Ring Size 7 W/18k White Gold Red Rhodium
Located in New York, NY
Embrace modern elegance with this captivating ruby and diamond bypass ring. This unique piece
Category

2010s Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, Rhodium

Emerald Cut and Marquise Diamond Open Cuff Ring 18K White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Emerald Cut and Marquise Diamond Open Cuff Ring 18K White Gold Fine Jewelry This exquisite ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Nigaam Art Deco 1.28 Ctw. Aquamarine VS Diamond Ring Size 7 in 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
design and modern craftsmanship. Crafted in polished 18K white gold, this ring features a striking
Category

2010s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold, Enamel

Antique Ring 2.5ct Emerald 1ctw Diamonds 14K Green White Gold Ø 5 US / 4.3gr
Located in SE
Antique ring with crown in White Gold/or Silver on 14K Green Gold band. No hallmarks. Made ca XIX
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Cluster Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

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White Gold Full Finger Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the white gold full finger ring 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, White Gold and 18k Gold. For this particular piece, 3.5 Carat and 4 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic white gold full finger ring over the years, but those made by Butani, Alberto and Golconda are often thought to be among the most beautiful. 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 oval cut alternatives. Most of our white gold full finger ring for sale are for women, but there are 5 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a White Gold Full Finger Ring?

The price for a white gold full finger ring starts at $4,224 and tops out at $17,800 with these rings, on average, selling for $8,225.

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.