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Fancy Green Emerald Ring w Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 14k Gold Asscher 4mm
Located in Columbus, OH
This beautiful dainty ring features a vibrant green emerald in 14k yellow or white gold with a
Category

2010s American Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Alex Jona Black Diamond Heart White Diamond 18 Karat Gold Halo Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat rose gold halo ring set with rose cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified 2.2ct Colombian Emerald Ring w Natural Diamond Accents in 14K Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
, this ring radiates elegance and luxury. Set in solid 14K real gold, its bold design makes it a perfect
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

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

14K Gold Large 16.77ctw GIA Oval Blue Topaz w/ Sapphire Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
(approx.) Total Carat Weight: 16.77 (approx.) Material: 14k Solid White Gold Weight: 9.13 Grams Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

0.5ct Padparadscha Sapphire Ring w Natural Diamonds in Solid 14K Gold OV 5x4mm
Located in Columbus, OH
Delicately crafted in solid 14K gold, this exquisite ring features a rare 0.5ct oval Padparadscha
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Padparadscha Sapphire , Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

18K Gold Silver Roma Coin Ring w/ Diamonds
Located in Arcadia, CA
18-karat yellow gold Decorate with full around of white diamonds Ancient, authentic Rome mint
Category

2010s Signet Rings

Natural Emerald Diamond Ring Size 6.5 14k W Gold 1.93 TCW Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Quality Emerald and Diamond Ring Size 6.5 14k W Gold 1.93 TCW Certified $4,950 310995
Category

2010s American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

GIA Certified 3.24 Carat Radiant Cut Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring in 18K W/Y Gold
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Set in luminous 18K yellow gold, this ring showcases a remarkable 3.24 carat Fancy Yellow diamond
Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Natural Tourmaline Diamond Ring Size 7 14k W Gold 8.5 TCW Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Quality Tourmaline and Diamond Ring Size 7 14k W Gold 8.5 TCW Certified $6,975 401542 This
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2010s American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold

Natural Tanzanite Diamond Ring Size 6.5 14k W Gold 1.79 TCW Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Tanzanite and Diamond Ring Size 6.5 14k W Gold 1.79 TCW Certified $3,950 310606 Nothing
Category

2010s American Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold

Blue Afghan Tourmaline Ring w Earth Mined Diamond in Solid 14k Gold Oval 5.5x4mm
Located in Columbus, OH
/2518 This ring is made with solid 14K Gold and natural Earth mined SI / G-H diamonds. As listed, this
Category

2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Bulgari Parentesi Diamond 18k White Gold Band Ring Size 5.5
By Bulgari
Located in Simpsonville, SC
band ring is impeccably crafted in luminous 18K white gold, its bold geometric pattern seamlessly
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

14k White Gold Natural Diamond Mens Band Ring, Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
A Solid Gold Gents ring set with a Genuine Natural Diamond. This Sparkling Diamond adds a touch of
Category

2010s British Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Alex Jona Pink Tourmaline White Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold ring set with three
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Emerald Diamond Ring Size 6.25 14k W Gold 13.14 TCW Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Large Emerald and Diamond Ring Size 6.25 and resizable set in 14k W Gold with 13.14 TCW
Category

2010s American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold

1.7ct Stunning Ruby Ring w Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 14K Gold Cushion 7mm
Located in Columbus, OH
This beautiful ring features a sparkling red ruby in 14k white gold with a hidden diamond halo. A
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

18k Yellow Gold 8.86ctw Fiery Bright Unique Opal w/ Diamond Prongs Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Color w/ Nice Play of Color- 16.7x15mm - 7.80ct (exact) (18) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

3ct Dazzling Emerald Ring w Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 14k Gold Oval 11x9mm
Located in Columbus, OH
mined diamonds, all set in solid 14K gold. This beautiful ring can be a beautiful May birthstone gift
Category

2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

14K White Gold 4.0 Cttw Diamond Multi Row Scatter Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
sophistication to any moment. Embrace the allure of diamonds and white gold with this exquisite ring, and make a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Band Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified 1.18 Carat Kashmir Blue Sapphire And Diamond Ring In 18K W.Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant Kashmir blue sapphire and diamond ring showcased by Rewa jewels is handcrafted in 18
Category

2010s Thai Modernist Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Sapphire Diamond Ring Size 6.5 14k W Gold 3.51 TCW Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ladies Quality Finely Faceted Composite Sapphire and Diamond Ring Size 6.5 14k White Gold 3.51 TCW
Category

2010s American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

Alex Jona Ghirigori White Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona Ghirigori 18 karat rose gold diamond ring designed by Alex Jona and hand crafted in Italy
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Alex Jona White Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold band ring set with 9 white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian French 18k Gold w/ Platinum GIA 3.40ct Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
: 3.40 (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold w/ Platinum Top Weight: 5.74 Grams Ring Size: 5.5
Category

Antique 19th Century Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Natural Sapphire Diamond Ring Size 6.25 14k W Gold 2.86 TCW Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Sapphire and Diamond Ring Size 6.25 14k W Gold 2.86 TCW Certified $4,950 402666 This is a
Category

2010s American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

Magnificent 2.77ct Emerald Diamond Masterpiece Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Make a statement of pure elegance with this breathtaking designer ring, crafted in 18K white gold
Category

2010s Singaporean Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

5.2ct Blue Zircon Ring w Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 14K Gold CU 8.5x7.5mm
Located in Columbus, OH
mined diamonds set in solid 14K gold. This Blue Zircon ring makes a lovely December birthstone gift for
Category

2010s American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Zircon, Blue Zircon, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Blue Sapphire Ring w Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 14K Gold Pear Shape 8x6mm
Located in Columbus, OH
SKU: AJR331/2444 This ring is made with solid 14K Gold and natural Earth mined SI / G-H diamonds. As
Category

2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Natural Sapphire Diamond Ring Size 6.25 14k W Gold 2.31 TCW Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Sapphire and Diamond Ring Size 6.25 14k W Gold 2.31 TCW Certified $4,975 402670 This is a
Category

2010s American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

Alex Jona Baguette and Square Cut White Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Band Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold band ring, featuring 13
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.4ct Yellow Sapphire Ring w Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 14K Gold Pear 9x6mm
Located in Columbus, OH
diamonds set in solid 14K gold. This ring makes a lovely September birthstone gift for your loved ones
Category

2010s American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Retro Rose Gold Platinum Ruby w/ Diamond Large Floral Design Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
- Bezel, Channel Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 1.0ctw (approx.) (14) Natural Genuine
Category

20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

Vintage Cartier Solid Gold 4.64ctw AGL No Heat Oval Sapphire Diamond Ring w/ Box
By Cartier
Located in Montclair, NJ
.) Total Carat Weight: 4.64 (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold w/ White Gold Top Weight: 11.03
Category

20th Century Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Stunning 0.505ct Diamonds Butterfly-Shaped Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
This stunning 18k white gold ring features a marquise cut diamond center stone boasting a weight of
Category

2010s Singaporean Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Platinum 18k Yellow Gold Large Oval Opal w/ Diamond Spray Side Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - White Color w/ Play of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Alex Jona White Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Band Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat rose gold band ring set with white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Brilliant 1.75ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Brilliant 1.75ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified This dazzling ring is a
Category

2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hermes Diamond 18k White Gold Band Ring Size 6 52
By Hermès
Located in Simpsonville, SC
features a wide band crafted from 18k white gold, offering a sleek and polished surface that exudes a
Category

Late 20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Refined 1.21ct Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Refined 1.21ct Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified Gracefully designed in 18k
Category

2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Yellow White Gold 0.84ctw Pave Diamond Squared Geometric Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Clarity - 0.84ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold w/ White Gold At the Diamond Ares Weight
Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Alex Jona White Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
total carats of white diamonds, E color, VVS1 clarity. Size 6.5. Can be made to order in any size, gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold

Natural Orange Sapphire Diamond Ring 6.75 14k W Gold 2.6 TCW Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Finely Faceted Quality Orange Sapphire Diamond Ring 6.75 14k W Gold 2.6 TCW Certified
Category

2010s American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

Elegant 0.37ct Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Elegant 0.37ct Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified This elegant diamond ring
Category

2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mesmerizing 0.70ct Diamonds Heart-Shaped Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Own a piece of brilliance with this captivating 18k white gold ring. The star of the show is a trio
Category

2010s Singaporean Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Stunning 1.41ct Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Stunning 1.41ct Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k White Gold - GIA Certified A celebration of elegance
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2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Tourmaline Diamond Ring Size 7 14k W Gold 4.8 TCW Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Finely Faceted Quality Tourmaline Diamond Ring Size 7 14k W Gold 4.8 TCW Certified $5,975 219121
Category

2010s American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold

Yellow Gold w/ Platinum GIA 4.67ctw Pink Peachy Tourmaline Diamond Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Color - 0.20ctw (exact
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Bright Red Ruby Ring w Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 14K Gold Oval 8x6mm
Located in Columbus, OH
diamonds on both sides, all set in solid 14K gold. This ring can be a lovely July birthstone gift for your
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Natural Orange Sapphire Diamond Ring 6.5 14k W Gold 1.88 TCW Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Finely Faceted Quality Orange Sapphire and Diamond Ring Size 6.5 14k W Gold 1.88 TCW
Category

2010s American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

Antique Edwardian Gold Silver Old Diamond w/ Pearls Hand Engraved Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
- Beige Color - 3.5mm each (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold w/ Silver top Weight: 4.3 Grams Ring
Category

Antique 19th Century Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Dainty Ceylon Sapphire Ring w Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 14K Gold RD 4mm
Located in Columbus, OH
This cool offset diamond accent design ring features a royal blue Ceylon sapphire in solid 14k gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Nazarelle 18K W/Y Gold GIA Brazilian 1.41ct Paraiba Tourmaline and Diamond Ring
By Nazarelle
Located in Houston, TX
This ring is designed by Nazarelle and is made in 18K white and yellow gold. The center stone is a
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Stunning 0.80ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Stunning 0.80ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified This dazzling 18K white gold
Category

2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Brilliant 1.40ct Diamonds Eternity Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Brilliant 1.40ct Diamonds Eternity Ring in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified Celebrate everlasting
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2010s Israeli Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Onyx w/ 1.0ctw Diamond Heavy Statement Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Diamonds - Old Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Color - 1.0ctw (approx.) Material
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21st Century and Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Criss Cross Black and White Diamond Ring with 18kt White Gold
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Criss cross black and white diamond ring with micropave round diamonds (b+w) total 4.85ct set in
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

White Gold

Timeless 1.56ct Diamonds Eternity Ring in 14k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Timeless 1.56ct Diamonds Eternity Ring in 14k White Gold - IGI Certified Radiating elegance, this
Category

2010s Israeli Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

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White Gold Ring W Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the white gold ring w diamond you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, white gold and 18k gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 1135 vintage or 2209 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a white gold ring w diamond may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating a white gold ring w diamond has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Alex Jona, Diana M. Jewels and Alex Soldier are consistently popular. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also oval cut and emerald cut versions for sale. Most of our white gold ring w diamond for sale are for women, but there are 949 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a White Gold Ring W Diamond?

Prices for a white gold ring w diamond can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1 and can go as high as $599,999, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,682.

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.