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1.92 cts Natural zambian emerald 0.18 cts diamond earring in 18k gold
Located in New York, NY
✦ Diamond Cut : Excellent - Very Good ✦ Diamond Weight : 0.35 Carats METAL DETAILS : ✦ Metal : 14K/18K Gold
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2010s Indian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Vintage Tiffany Co. Diamond GIA Emerald 18 Karat Cocktail Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Miami, FL
This alluring Tiffany and Co ring has many focal points of interest and was crafted in 18K Yellow
Category

Vintage 1980s American Dome Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

Natural 0.79cts Zambian Emerald 0.99cts Pink Sapphire Ring in 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
Shape : Heart Cut ✦ Gemstone Weight : 0.79-0.99 Carats ✦ Gemstone Grade : AAA DIAMOND DETAILS
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2010s Indian Band Rings

Materials

Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold

1.40 cts Natural pink sapphire 0.14 cts diamond earrings in 14k gold
Located in New York, NY
Pink sapphire emerald cut diamond mini hoops earrings gold Natural pink sapphire diamond earrings
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2010s Indian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold

2.35 cts Natural pink sapphire 0.34 cts diamond earrings in 18k gold
Located in New York, NY
Pink sapphire diamond round cut earring studs gold Natural pink sapphire halo diamond stud tops
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2010s Indian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

3.16 cts Natural pink sapphire 0.39 cts diamond earrings in 18k gold
Located in New York, NY
✦ Diamond Clarity : Slightly included ✦ Diamond Cut : Excellent - Very Good ✦ Diamond Weight : 0.35 Carats
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2010s Indian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

Natural 3.66 cts emerald zig zag band ring in 18k gold
Located in New York, NY
Emerald cut emerald diamond ring gold GEMSTONE DETAILS : ✦ Gemstone : Emerald ✦ Gemstone Type : Natural
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2010s Indian Band Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

Natural 0.79 cts Zambian emerald and 0.99 cts sapphire ring 18k gold
Located in New York, NY
Emerald and pink sapphire heart two stone diamond ring gold Natural emerald and sapphire ring gold
Category

2010s Indian Band Rings

Materials

Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Natural 2.24 cts Zambian emerald 0.70 cts diamond band gold
Located in New York, NY
Natural Oval Cut Emerald and Diamond Engagement Ring Wedding Band in 14K/18K Gold STONE DETAILS
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2010s Indian Band Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold

Natural 0.79 cts Zambian emerald and 0.99 cts sapphire ring in 18k gold
Located in New York, NY
Emerald and pink sapphire heart two stone diamond ring gold Natural emerald and sapphire ring gold
Category

2010s Indian Band Rings

Materials

Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Natural 0.67 cts Zambian emerald and 0.73 cts sapphire ring in 14k gold
Located in New York, NY
Emerald and pink sapphire emerald cut ring GEMSTONE DETAILS : ✦ Gemstone : Pink Sapphire / Emerald
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2010s Indian Band Rings

Materials

Emerald, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Alexander Beverly Hills GIA 10.24ct Ruby with Diamond Three Stone Halo Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
cut diamonds, 0.97. Approximately G/H color and VS clarity. 18-karat white gold with yellow gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Antique Ring natural 10ct Emerald 1.28 ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold ØUS4 / 6.3gr
Located in SE
, likely German Ring. No hallmarks 18K, metal tested solid 18K Yellow Gold. Bezel set natural asscher cut
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Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

Large Diamond Butterfly Pendant Necklace 5.24 Carats 18 Karat Yellow Gold G VS2
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Large Butterfly pendant necklace featuring numerous Asscher cut diamonds with round brilliants
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2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diana M. 18kt White Gold Sapphire Diamond Ring 5.61cts
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18 kt white and yellow gold sapphire and diamond ring a center 5.61 ct GIA certified cushion cut
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Three-Stone Rings

3.66tcw High Quality Three Stone Emerald Trillion Diamond Bezel Set Ring 18K
Located in Jupiter, FL
Featured here is a gorgeous HIGH quality emerald and diamond three-stone ring. The center stone is
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2010s American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Estate 5.03 ct GIA Certified Colombian Emerald 3.22 ct Diamonds Geometric 18k
Located in Los Angeles, CA
behind the emerald. The ring has 36 asscher cut diamonds, channel set and flanking down the shoulders as
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Vintage 1980s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

83.27 Carat Brazilian Amethyst Asscher Cut Loose Gemstone Merkaba Jewelry
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
cocktail ring with diamond step cuts or tapered baguettes A regal pendant with a clean diamond frame and
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Fine 8.23-Carat Aquamarine Asscher-Cut Loose Gem - Merkaba Beverly Hills
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
-quality pieces. Whether envisioned as a platinum Asscher-cut engagement ring, a halo diamond pendant, or a
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21st Century and Contemporary Nigerian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine, Platinum, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

3.00 Carat Halo Yellow Asscher Cut Cubic Zirconia Pendant With Chain
By Lustre of London
Located in London, GB
Golden honey tones emanate from this stylish 3.00ct yellow asscher cut cubic zirconia surrounded by
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21st Century and Contemporary English Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Silver

6.75 Carats Natural Loose Green Tourmaline With Lagoon Color Shade Asscher Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
: Square Oval Angle Cut: Asscher Certificate: On Customer Demand Treatment: Non Green Tourmaline, with its
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Vintage 3 Carat Diamond and 18K Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
stunning collet set Asscher cut diamond decorated links, totalling 3cts. Each diamond link is conjoined
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

1920s Art Nouveau Garnet and Yellow Gold Coin Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
" 18k yellow gold curb link chain via a ring loop to the upper border of the frame. The chain secures
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural 1.88cts Pink Sapphire 0.44cts Diamond Earrings in 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
Type : Natural ✦ Diamond Size : 1.20 mm ✦ Diamond Color : F-G ✦ Diamond Clarity : VSI ✦ Diamond Cut
Category

2010s Indian Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

Natural 1.82cts Turquoise 0.18cts Diamond Earrings in 14k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
: Natural ✦ Diamond Size : 1 mm ✦ Diamond Color : F-G ✦ Diamond Clarity : Slightly included ✦ Diamond Cut
Category

2010s Indian Stud Earrings

Materials

Turquoise, 14k Gold

Vintage French Platinum Diamond Clips Carved Sapphire Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
flow of the design. Framing the sapphires there is a layout of diamonds in mixed cuts - baguette, Old
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Vintage 1950s French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

GIA Certified 0.50 Carat D Colour I1 Clarity Diamond
Located in บางรัก, TH
superior to F color diamonds, which have a touch more warmth. Perfect for engagement rings, earrings, and
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2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

GIA Certified 0.50 Carat D Colour vvs1 Clarity Diamond
Located in บางรัก, TH
superior to F color diamonds, which have a touch more warmth. Perfect for engagement rings, earrings, and
Category

2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

GIA Certified 2.15 Carat E Colour I1 Clarity Diamond
Located in บางรัก, TH
superior to F color diamonds, which have a touch more warmth. Perfect for engagement rings, earrings, and
Category

2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

6.05 Carat Yellow Cubic Zirconia Sterling Silver Honey Designer Drop Earrings
By Lustre of London
Located in London, GB
femininity that adds instant glamour. Featuring 5.00ct yellow Asscher cut cubic zirconia surround by 1.05ct
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21st Century and Contemporary English Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Silver

Vintage 0.75 Carat Five-Stone Asscher Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 0.75 Carat Five-Stone Asscher cut Diamond Ring. The ring is 3.25mm wide and is a size 5.75
Category

1990s Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.02 Carat Asscher Cut Light Yellow VVS Diamond Ring
By Upper Luxury
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This solitaire diamond ring has a stunning 3.02 Carat Asscher Cut Light Yellow VVS with 0.48ct of
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

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

3.65 Carat Asscher-Cut Fancy Deep Orangy Yellow Diamond Ring - GIA
Located in San Francisco, CA
trace of brown) color of this extraordinary, original vintage Asscher-cut diamond ring - it must be
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum

Fancy Yellow Asscher Cut GIA Diamond Engagement Platinum 950 Ring
Located in Tarzana, CA
Central is 3 carat asscher cut GIA fancy yellow VVS2, mounted in platinum 950 setting. Side
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21st Century and Contemporary American Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Rachel Boston 18ct Yellow Gold and Asscher Cut Imperfect Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Asscher Cut Imperfect Diamond is a unique alternative to the traditional white diamond. The stone's
Category

2010s British Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Asscher Cut Champagne Diamond
By Ellie Air Jewellery
Located in Bridport, GB
A step-down Art Deco inspired shoulders, with an Asscher cut diamond rubover set in the centre. The
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21st Century and Contemporary British Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Diamond Center Encircled by Asscher Cut Diamonds Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Yellow Diamond Center Encircled by Asscher Cut Diamonds Ring 4.13 fancy yellow VVS2 round
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Unheated Yellow Sapphire Ring, 14.03ct Asscher Cut GIA Certified Origin
Located in Tampa, FL
New platinum & 18kt yellow gold Ceylon sapphire ring containing an unheated Asscher cut natural
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2010s Sri Lankan Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

2.10ct Asscher Cut Yellow Sapphire and 0.90ct Diamond Cluster Ring in 18ct White
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
Sapphire featuring in the centre. The Asscher Cut Yellow Sapphire stone weighing 2.10ct is surrounded by a
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.27 Carat Asscher Cut Tsavorite and Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Fe, NM
bright and lustrous 1.27 carat Asscher-cut Tsavorite stone at its center. The ring is expertly set with a
Category

2010s American Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold

20.69 Carat Asscher Cut GIA Vivid Yellow Diamond 950 Platinum
Located in Tarzana, CA
Center is 20.69 carat GIA fancy vivid yellow asscher cut accompany with two trapezoid each
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Alexandra Mor Wide Asscher-Cut Diamond Platinum Eternity Band Ring
By Alexandra Mor
Located in New York, NY
An Alexandra Mor wide eternity platinum diamond band comprised of 14 Asscher-cut Diamonds and
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Alexandra Mor Wide Asscher-Cut Diamond Platinum Eternity Band Ring
By Alexandra Mor
Located in New York, NY
An Alexandra Mor wide eternity platinum diamond band comprised of 14 Asscher-cut Diamonds and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

2 Carat GIA Asscher Cut Diamond Engagement Platinum 950 Ring
Located in Tarzana, CA
The center is 2 carat GIA certified asscher cut J VS, mounted in platinum 950, with the side
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21st Century and Contemporary American Anglo-Indian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 3.51 Carat Asscher Cut Diamond Multicolored Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Interchanging yellow and rose gold ring with a 3.51 carat GIA certified K VS1 Square Emerald
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 3.00 Carat Asscher Cut Natural Fancy Yellow VVS2 18K Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Incredible Deal on GIA Certified 3.00 Carat Asscher Cut, Natural Fancy Yellow Even Diamond Ring
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

1 Carat GIA Asscher Cut Diamond Engagement 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Tarzana, CA
The center is 1 carat GIA certified asscher cut D VS, mounted in 18k yellow gold with the side
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21st Century and Contemporary American Anglo-Indian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

4 Carat Asscher Cut Natural Diamond Eternity Band
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Asscher Cut Diamonds Diamond Clarity: VS Diamond Color: F-G Color: White Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold Ring
Category

2010s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

6.84 Carat Yellow and White Diamond Asscher Cut Eternity Band in 18K Gold
Located in Central, HK
An Asscher cut alternating eternity band featuring yellow diamonds and white diamonds. There are 8
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Alexandra Mor Asscher-Cut Diamond Eternity Band
By Alexandra Mor
Located in New York, NY
A 4.75 carat Asscher-cut Diamond eternity band crowned by Alexandra Mor knife-edged split-prong
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Alexandra Mor Asscher–Cut Diamond Eternity Band
By Alexandra Mor
Located in New York, NY
Design. A 4.75 carat Asscher-cut Diamond eternity band crowned by Alexandra Mor knife-edged split-prong
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Alexandra Mor Asscher-Cut Diamond Platinum Signature Narrow Eternity Band Ring
By Alexandra Mor
Located in New York, NY
This Alexandra Mor Signature narrow eternity band is comprised of 14 Asscher-Cut Diamonds weighing
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

2.85 Tcw Asscher Cut Diamond Bezel Set Eternity 18k Gold, Natural Diamond Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Asscher cut diamond bezel set in 18k yellow gold perfect as an engagement or wedding ring. The elegance of
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2010s American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

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

Two Stone Asscher and Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring 1.00 Carat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This mixed cut diamond open ring displays a asscher cut diamond on one open end of the ring and a
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2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Gents Midcentury 18 Karat Asscher-Cut Diamond Wedding Band
Located in Metairie, LA
masterfully set with 7 incredibly luminous Asscher-cut diamonds approximating 1.40ct in total weight. All of
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Mid-20th Century Modernist Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.28 Carat Asscher Cut Purple Spinel and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Hamilton, AU
quintessential adornment for marking momentous life occasion. The Isadora Ring Gemstone Details The Asscher cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Certified Natural 2.35 Carat Asscher Cut Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Sydney, NSW
Yellow gold claws, surrounded by 12 Baguette cut diamonds, weighing 2.53 Carat, F in colour, VS in
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, 22k Gold

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Yellow Asscher Cut Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact yellow asscher cut diamond ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 7 vintage editions and 45 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect yellow asscher cut diamond ring may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic yellow asscher cut diamond ring over the years, but those made by Single Stone, Roman Malakov and David Gross Group are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Today, if you’re looking for a asscher cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes mixed cut and emerald cut alternatives. Most of our yellow asscher cut diamond ring for sale are for women, but there are 17 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Yellow Asscher Cut Diamond Ring?

On average, a yellow asscher cut diamond ring at 1stDibs sells for $26,000, while they’re typically $418 on the low end and $585,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

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 Yellow Asscher Cut Diamond Ring
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An Asscher cut diamond ring is one that has a central stone with a square shape and a stepped cut. Its high crown and deep pavilion give the diamond a brilliant sparkling appearance. Shop a variety of Asscher cut diamond gemstone rings on 1stDibs.