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GIA 4 Carat Radiant Solitaire Basket 4-Prong 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
: Radiant Carat: 4.02 Color: H Clarity: VS2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: Yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

GIA 1.8 Carat Radiant Solitaire Basket 4-Prong 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
America) Shape: Radiant Carat: 1.8 Color: I Clarity: VS1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/VG Ring Details: Karat: 18K
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

GIA 2 Carat Radiant Curved Bypass Pave Shank 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
of a radiant diamond weighing 2. Graced with a delightful I and SI2 , this ring radiates an
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

2.50ct Radiant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Behold our stunning radiant cut diamond engagement ring, a masterpiece of modern elegance set in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.70ct Fancy Intense Yellow Octagonal Radiant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This unique octagonal fancy yellow diamond engagement ring is a masterpiece with a vibrant touch
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

1.49ct Radiant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exceptionally beautiful yellow gold diamond engagement ring is breathtaking! The radiant cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA 2.5 Carat Radiant Solitaire Basket 4-Prong 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
diamond ring featuring a magnificent center stone crafted from a radiant diamond, weighing an impressive
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

3.87ct Radiant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Presenting our exquisite 3.87ct radiant cut diamond engagement ring, a masterpiece of modern
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA 1.01 Carat Solitaire Radiant 4-Prong Basket 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified Radiant-Cut VVS2 Clarity Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring
By Gad Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Centering a 7.52 Carat Radiant-Cut Fancy Yellow Diamond of VVS2 Clarity, flanked by two Half-Moon
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Radiant Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
14k Gold Ring with Radiant Cut Yellow Diamonds This exquisite 14k gold ring showcases 1.70ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold

14 Karat Yellow White Gold Radiant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow & white gold Center Diamond: 3.04ct radiant cut Color: H
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

3 Carat Radiant Cut Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
a modern touch. At its center lies a stunning 3.01-carat Radiant Cut diamond, GIA certified Fancy
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

13.02 Carat Square Radiant Cut Fancy Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum and 18k yellow gold with a GIA certified Square Radiant cut Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Radiant Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Long Beach, CA
Radiant cut diamond and several rows of pave set round diamonds adding another 0.72cts. This Radiant cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.51 Carat Radiant Solitaire Cathedral Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, a stunning radiant diamond ring featuring a captivating 1.51 center stone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

3.13ct Light Yellow Radiant Cut Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
radiant-cut light yellow diamond, GIA-certified with VS2 clarity. The diamond exudes a luminous hue
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.84ct Fancy Light Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Behold our exquisite 2.84ct Fancy Light Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, a true symbol
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

14k Yellow Gold 4.01ct Radiant-Cut Natural Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This elegant 14k yellow gold solitaire ring showcases a stunning 4.01-carat radiant-cut diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

3ct Fancy Yellow Elongated Radiant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
This 3-carat Fancy Yellow radiant-cut diamond engagement ring is a stunning combination of rarity
Category

2010s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

3 Carat Light Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
3.31 Carat Light Yellow (W-X) VS2 Clarity Radiant Cut Diamond 0.44 Carats of White Rounds GIA
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Radiant Cut Solitaire Ring
Located in New York, NY
Radiant Cut Solitaire Ring This radiant cut solitaire ring is defined by clean lines and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

3ct Light Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
This stunning natural yellow diamond halo engagement ring is a true testament to timeless elegance
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Rare Colors - 5ct Yellow Elongated Radiant Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
This elegant 5.01 carat light yellow diamond ring features a beautifully elongated radiant cut in
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond

5.47 carat Radiant Cut Fancy Yellow Diamond Three Stone Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
refined craftsmanship. At its center shines a 5.47-carat radiant-cut Fancy Yellow diamond, GIA certified
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified 11.30 Carats Radiant Cut Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
An elegant engagement ring, featuring a 11.30 carats radiant cut diamond certified by GIA as Fancy
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

2 Carat Radiant Cut Diamond Fancy Yellow GIA Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This elegant three-stone engagement ring features a stunning 2.01-carat radiant cut diamond with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

1.27ct Radiant Cut Fancy Yellow Three Stone Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
beauty of this 1.27 carat Radiant Cut Fancy Yellow Trilliant Cut Three Stone Diamond Engagement Ring.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

3.08ct Radiant Cut Fancy Yellow VVS2 GIA Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your love story with this mesmerizing 3.62-carat Radiant Cut Diamond Fancy Intense Yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

7.20ct Radiant Cut Fancy Yellow Three Stone Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
yellow gold. The centerpiece is a stunning 7.20-carat Radiant Cut diamond, certified as fancy intense by
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified 10.44 Carat Radiant Cut Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This stunning GIA-certified ring features the same remarkable 10.44 carat fancy yellow diamond as
Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

3.08ct Radiant Cut Fancy Yellow VVS2 GIA Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Trilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring. The centerpiece, a radiant symbol of vibrancy, is a GIA certified
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified 3.64 Carats Radiant Cut Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A high-end engagement ring, showcasing a 3.64 carats radiant cut diamond certified by GIA as Fancy
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

4.06ct Fancy Intense Yellow Radiant Cut Three Stone Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
color. At its center glows a 4.06-carat radiant-cut Fancy Intense Yellow diamond, GIA certified and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

6.07 Carat Radiant Cut Yellow Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Features a color-rich yellow diamond, flanked by tapered baguette diamonds on either side. The side
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 2.05 Carat Radiant Cut Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
yellow diamond, GIA-certified for its natural origin and even color distribution. The modified
Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified 4 Carat Radiant Fancy Yellow Cut Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
An important ring comprising of a radiant diamond weighing 4 carats. The diamond is certified by
Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Fancy Light Yellow Radiant Round Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
18k Gold Ring with Radiant Yellow Diamond and White Diamonds This exquisite 18k gold ring features
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 4.66 Carat Radiant Cut Fancy Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
certified 4.66 carat radiant cut diamond admired for its lively brilliance and bold presence. The Fancy
Category

2010s Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

4.55 Carat Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
and a diameter of 9.84 by 9.78 millimeters, this radiant cut diamond spreads larger that most 5 carats
Category

Early 2000s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified 3 Carat Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
3-carat radiant cut diamond. With its fancy yelllow color and VS1 clarity, this diamond radiates
Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 2.2ct Radiant Entwined Garden Flower Vine Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Carat: 2.2 Color: H Clarity: VS1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/VG Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: Yellow Gold DID
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Rare Colors - Light Yellow Elongated Radiant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
This 5-carat Light Yellow elongated radiant diamond is a brilliant example of elegance and charm
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Radiant Cut Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18K yellow gold. At the center lies a dazzling 2.01 carat radiant cut diamond, prized for its
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 2.2ct Radiant Slim Band Classic Solitaire Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Radiating timeless elegance, this captivating diamond ring features a stunning radiant center stone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 0.71 Carat Radiant Baguette Three-Stone Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring showcases a captivating radiant I SI1 0.71
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 1.3 Carat Radiant Baguette Three-Stone Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring showcases a captivating radiant F VS2 1.3
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 2.3 Carat Radiant Halo Engraved Openwork Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Crafted with elegance, This exquisite diamond ring features a magnificent radiant diamond at its
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 0.71ct Radiant Slim Band Classic Solitaire Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
diamond ring features a stunning radiant center stone weighing 0.71. The exquisite brilliance is amplified
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 2.2 Carat Hidden Halo Radiant Solitaire Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
America) Shape: Radiant Carat: 2.2 Color: H Clarity: SI1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX Ring Details: Karat: 18K
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 6.71 Carat Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Issac Nussbaum
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent engagement ring from ISSAC NUSSBAUM NEW YORK. This beautiful elongated Radiant cut
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2010s American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.09 Carat Radiant Solitaire Tulip Rose Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** A radiant diamond ring featuring a stunning center
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

7.53 carat Radiant Cut Diamond Fancy Yellow Three Stone Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
craftsmanship. At its center glows a magnificent 7.53-carat Fancy Yellow diamond, GIA certified and graded VVS1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

0.75 Carat Radiant Cut Yellow Diamond Ring with Diamond Halo and Band
Located in Great Neck, NY
This stunning diamond ring has a 0.75 carat yellow radiant cut diamond in the center which is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

10.34ct Fancy Intense Yellow Radiant Cut Lab Grown Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
stunning 8.34ct Fancy Intense Yellow Radiant Cut Lab Grown Diamond. This setting is created in a beautiful
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

5.28 carat Radiant Cut Diamond Fancy Intense Yellow Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
brilliance. At its center rests a 5.28-carat radiant-cut Fancy Intense Yellow diamond, GIA certified and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

4.70ct Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond Eternity Band
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
: Natural Certification: Yes Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Ring Size: 6.5 (sizable) Primary Cut: Radiant Cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact yellow radiant cut diamond ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Platinum, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 19 vintage or 206 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect yellow radiant cut diamond ring among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, 1 Carat and 1.5 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. Finding an appealing yellow radiant cut diamond ring — no matter the origin — is easy, but Roman Malakov, Mark Broumand and SCARSELLI each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Today, if you’re looking for a radiant cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes asscher cut and cushion cut alternatives. When shopping for a yellow radiant cut diamond ring, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond Ring?

The price for a yellow radiant cut diamond ring starts at $950 and tops out at $2,500,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $29,500.

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.