14k Gold and Jade Dragon Ring
Located in Bradenton, FL
Chinese 14k Gold and Jade Dragon Ring. 14k yellow gold ring, reticulated dragon encircling a cabochon jade, 15mm dia.
Jade, 14k Gold
GIA Variegated White and Orangey Yellow Jadeite Jade Dragon Carved Ring
Located in New York, NY
This stunning ring features intricate carvings in a blend of rich amber and milky white hues. The craftsmanship highlights detailed motifs, creating a captivating visual effect. The ...
Jade
Vintage Chinese Green Carved Jade (Jadeite) Buddha & 14k Gold Dragon Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine old or antique Chinese ring. In 14k gold. Consisting of a twin band ring prong-set with a carved jade cabochon in the form of the Buddha in a 14k gold mount with applied gol...
Jade, 14k Gold
GIA Type A Variegated White and Green Jadeite Jade Carved Dragon Ring
Located in New York, NY
This captivating piece, carved from green jadeite, showcases the intricate details of an elephant, symbolizing strength and wisdom. The smooth, polished surface highlights the natura...
Jade
$36,800Sale Price|20% Off
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold 1970's Carved Jade Dragon Style Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Made by American designer David Webb, centering a carved green jade plaque featuring a stylized dragon, the hammered gold mounting accented with round diamonds.
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Nouveau Jadeite Jade Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dragon Antique Ring GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval jadeite jade cabochon measuring 13.0 x 15.0 mm - translucent medium green with light mottling Natural in color with no indications of dye or impregnation - Type A J...
Jade, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14 Karat Gold 12.89 Carat Jade Dragon Ring
Located in Crownsville, MD
Beautiful swirling double dragons encircle the jade cabochon. Ring weighs 7.0 grams.
Jade, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1970s Retro Carved Jade Dragon Sterling Silver Mens Christmas Gift Ring
Located in Champions State Gate, FL
• Metal • - This vintage jade ring is marked 925 sterling silver. • Markings • - This unique jade dragon ring is marked "925"
Jade, Sterling Silver
Lavender jade ring hand carved in form of dragon with gold
Located in Bangkok,, TH
A rare fusion of gemstone artistry and fine detailing, this ring is carved from a single piece of natural lavender jade.
Diamond, Jade, Gold
Antique Circa 1915 Asian Art Deco Sterling Silver Jade 3D Dragon Cocktail Ring
Located in Champions State Gate, FL
This antique dragon ring is crafted with sterling silver and features an orange nephrite jade stone that is coated in what appears to be an orange enamel.
Jade, Sterling Silver
Carved Jade Dragon Ring Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage carved jade dragon ring crafted in 14 karat yellow gold.
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Carved Green Jade Dragon Ring
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Art Nouveau Carved Green Jadeite Dragon Ring Carved on both sides with foliar motifs, the front side depicting a flowering vine, this visually beautiful natural color Burma jade g...
Jade, 14k Gold
Jade Dragon Ring Vintage 10k Yellow Gold Long Cocktail Band Sz 7.5 Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Unique & sylish vintage dragon ring (circa 1970s) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold.
Jade, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dragon Cocktail Ring Jade
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage cocktail ring, crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Centrally mounted cabochon cut jade measures 13mm x 10mm (estimated at 7 carats). One approx. 0.02 carat gar...
Garnet, Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jade and 14K Yellow Gold Vintage Dragon Ring
Located in Derby, NY
This exquisite Jade and 14K Yellow Gold Vintage Dragon Ring is truly one of a kind.
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold Nephrite Jade Magic Dragon Ring 1960s
Located in Towson, MD
Now you can have your own pet dragon to guard your jewels as well as this lush 12.97ct deep moss green jade.
Jade, Yellow Gold
David Webb Modernist Carved Jade Dragon Head Diamond Platinum Gold Ring
By David Webb
Located in Greenwich, CT
Wear these virtues on your finger with this David Webb carved jade dragon head diamond platinum and gold ring.
Diamond, Jade, Gold
Cartier Le Baiser du Dragon Black Jade Diamond White Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
This ring from the collection is made of 18K white gold and holds a smooth black jade stone.
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Le Baiser Du Dragon Black Jade Diamond White Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This spectacular ring from Cartier's iconic Le Baiser du Dragon is inspired by gorgeous East Asian design elements, crafted in 18k white gold, set with a cushion-cut black jade and a...
Diamond, Black Jade, White Gold
Jade Bridge Ring Vintage 22 Karat Yellow Gold Dragon Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Unique & stylish vintage jadeite jade ring (circa 1960s to 1970s) crafted in 22 karat yellow gold.
Jade, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Men's Oval Green Jade Ring with Dragon Design in 14k Rose Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
The ring has a tapered shank with a cut out Dragon design on the shoulders.
Jade, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Michelle Albala Sterling Silver Jadeite Ring With Dragon-Inspired Design
Located in Sewickley, PA
This is a bold, statmente cocktail ring with a striking organic, dragon-inspired design. Crafted in oxidized sterling silver, the ring features a large oval cabochon jadeite. The sto...
Jade, Sterling Silver
Vintage Estate 14K Yellow Gold Cabochon Jade Dragon Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Estate 14K Yellow Gold Cabochon Jade Dragon Ring. This beautiful vintage dragon ring features a cabochon jade in the center.
Jade, Yellow Gold
Antique Chinese Jade Dragon Ring Carved Flower Silver Year of the Dragon
Located in New York, NY
The dragons are on either side of the jade. Their open mouth holds the jade.
Jade, Silver
Fei Liu Dragon Jade and Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring - Size M1/2
By Fei Liu
Located in Birmingham, .
This exquisite jade ring features a meticulously hand-carved dragon that elegantly wraps around the finger, showcasing masterful artistry and attention to detail.
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Imperial Jade & Pure Gold Dragon Ring
Located in Northampton, MA
A round double-cabochon of fine emerald-green jade is gripped within the jaws of two figural dragons in this beautiful and whimsical antique Chinese ring from the late 1800s.
Jade, Gold, 22k Gold
Jade and 14 Karat Yellow Gold Dragon Ring
Located in Webster, NY
This unique ring features a large 18.0MM X 12.8MM Jade. The ring is crafted to resemble a dragon wrapped around the jade.
Jade, 14k Gold
Dragon Koi Fish Jade Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage cocktail ring, crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. A dragon koi fish is carved in jade, set with ruby eyes (estimated at 0.02 carats each).
Jade, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Dragon Holding Jade Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1970s Item Details: Ring Size: 8 (Sizable) Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 12.8 grams Jade Details: 18 x 13 Band Width: 3.5mm Condition: Excellent
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jade Bridge Ring Vintage 22k Yellow Gold Dragon Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Unique & stylish vintage jadeite jade ring (circa 1960s to 1970s) crafted in 22 karat yellow gold.
Jade, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Double Dragon Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Green Jade Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
The ring features two dragons coiled around the jade.
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Michael Kneebone Jadeite Dragon Saddle Ring
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
A Chinese jadeite saddle ring is carved in the form of a dragon. Jadeite (origin: Myanmar) is the supreme member of the jade family of gems.
Jade, 18k Gold
Black & Red Carved Jade Nephrite Dragon Sterling Silver Bangle Bracelet Ring Set
Located in Thiensville, WI
Black & Red Carved Stone Double Dragon Sterling Silver Bangle Bracelet Ring Set Style: Bangle bracelet and ring set Color(s): Stone: shades of red, black; metal: silver Marked Mate...
Antique Chinese Cabochon Jade Pure Gold Dragon Ring
Located in London, GB
The Apple Green Jade clasped by a Gold Dragon on each shoulder, the Dragon's eyes set with small dark green Jade cabochons, the writhing scaley arms forming the decorative outer beze...
Jade, 24k Gold
Vintage Jadeite Cabochon Dragon Motif 22 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in St. Louis Park, MN
This vintage, dragon motif 22 kart yellow Gold ring, features a large, polished cabochon Jadeite stone. The dragons are circling this beautiful stone. This ring is adjustable. Sto...
Jade, Yellow Gold
Estate Green Jade Enamel 10 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
This classic estate collection ring is crafted in 10k yellow gold and is set with a cabochon green jade stone surrounded with a decorative green enamel border. The enamel has a small...
Jade, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Diamonds Carnelian Agate White Stones Emerald Rose Gold and Silver Ring
Located in Marcianise, CE
Charming cocktail ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver, 3.10 x 2.8 cm long, embellished with 0.20 ct diamonds, carnelian, 1.7 grams, 0.17 ct emeralds, white stones and pearls 1, 66 gr. ...
Agate, Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Carnelian, 9k Gold, Silver
Vintage Jade and 18 Carat White Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This ring has an Art Deco feel with the style of the engraving and the setting. The jade is beautifully engraved and is held with secure yet delicate double claws all the way around....
Jade, White Gold
Antique Yellow Gold Jade and Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 11 grams Stone: 2.74ct Jade, approx 0.64tcw Old Mine Cut Diamonds Stone Grade: I-L VS2- SI1 Measurements: 19.5 x 17.3 x 6.2mm Ring Size: 7 Hallmark: 14k Metal: 13k Engrave...
Diamond, Jade, Gold
Certified Nephrite Jade Bangle, Hollowed Carving, Flower & Phoenix. Exquisite!
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Please check out the HD video! For your consideration is a well hollowed natural nephrite (certified without any treatments) jade bangle. This natural nephrite jade bangle is masterf...
Jade
$3,020Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Jade Ring
Located in Northampton, MA
This antique 14K yellow gold ring features a bright green cabochon of natural and untreated apple green jadeite jade. Tye stone measures 8.8 x 7.5 x 3.92mm and is translucent and sl...
Jade, 14k Gold
Imperial Green Jadeite Jade Ruyi and Diamond Ring, Certified Untreated
By Luxe Pieces
Located in San Francisco, CA
This all natural, untreated imperial green jadeite jade and diamond ring has two pieces of fine imperial jadeite jade in carved into two ruyi clouds that symbolizes power and good fo...
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
Jade and Diamond Cocktail Ring, 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bradenton, FL
14k yellow gold jade and diamond cocktail ring, 11.00 Grams TW. Approximately 10 Carats. Tested 14k. Approximate size 4.5.
Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fine Hand-Carved Type A Natural Jadeite Saddle Statement Ring
Located in Kowloon, HK
This magnificent, substantial statement ring is a masterful example of traditional lapidary art, meticulously hand-carved from a single, solid block of natural Type A Jadeite (Fei Cu...
Jade
$948Sale Price|20% Off
Genuine Icy Olive Green Serpentine Jade Ring
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our Genuine Icy Olive Green Serpentine Jade Ring, a stunning piece that showcases the captivating beauty of this remarkable gemstone. Meticulously crafted with precision,...
Jade
Vintage 18K Coral Emerald Diamond Serpent Snake Wide Textured Cocktail Ring
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A bold and sculptural vintage serpent ring circa the 1970s, crafted in richly textured 18K yellow gold with a platinum sizing insert. The design takes the form of a stylized snake, ...
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Green Jade Cabochon Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage statement ring is centered by a vivid 3.65 carat green jade cabochon, a gemstone long admired for its rich color, smooth polish, and enduring importance in fine jewelry....
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro Carved Jade Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Montgomery, AL
We love the hand carved details & rich green hue! Ring Details Era: Retro 1940 - 1960 Material: 14K Yellow Gold Head Length: 21.4mm Head Width: 16.4mm Head Height: 4.9mm Shank Width...
Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro 14 Karat Gold and Jade Cabochon Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine estate 14k gold and jade ring. Dating to the 1970s, the jadeite cabochon is prong set in a textured 14k gold setting. The undercarriage has an openwork design. A fun, retro ...
Jade, 14k Gold
$1,272Sale Price|20% Off
Hand-Carved Type A Myanmar Jadeite Ring Band in Sterling Silver, US 6
Located in Kowloon, HK
Presenting our remarkable Type-A Myanmar jadeite jade ring band, a true testament to the beauty of natural gemstones. This exquisite piece is meticulously hand-carved from 100% natur...
Jade, Sterling Silver
Genuine Icy Levander Serpentine Jade Ring
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our Genuine Icy Lavender Serpentine Jade Ring, a mesmerizing piece that celebrates the unique beauty and metaphysical properties of Serpentine Jade. Crafted entirely from...
Jade
BUCCELLATI Aquamarine Diamond Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By Gianmaria Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite vintage Gianmaria Buccellati cocktail ring is crafted in 18k brushed and textured yellow gold with white gold accents. This ring is set with a faceted oval approximate...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
$12,823
H 0.87 in W 0.87 in Dm 0.87 in
Chanel 1989 Montre Mademoiselle 16 cm Yellow Gold Pearls bracelet Watch M
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Mademoiselle model watch, square yellow gold case, quartz movement, white background with Roman numeral indexes, crown with a small half pearl, yellow gold and pearl bracelet,...
Pearl, Yellow Gold
$3,350 / set
W 0.6 in D 0.79 in L 0.6 in
Antique Burmese ImperialGreen Jadeite Late1800s IntricateCarved Chinese Earrings
Located in Chicago, IL
These antique Chinese earrings feature rare Burmese natural untreated translucent imperial green jadeite, which is intricately hand-carved and polished from saturated medium-tone bul...
Jade, Brass, Gilt Metal, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian 14K Gold, Opal, & Paste Signet Style Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique signet style ring. In 14 karat yellow gold. With a central bezel-set rectangular opal cabochon surrounded by a halo of small single cut red paste (glass) stones in a...
Opal, 14k Gold
Angela Cummings 18K Yellow Gold Sinuous Snake Ring
By Angela Cummings
Located in New York, NY
Scarce 18K yellow gold Angela Cummings snake ring 1986 The snake motif is one of the most loved in jewelry design, symbolizing everlasting love, royalty, wisdom, transformation, reb...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Italian Paperclip Link Chain Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold 6 Grams
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
New & trendy paperclip link chain crafted in 14K White gold. Comes in different MM size, Length and Gold Color. Email for more details. Italian fashion pendants available. Ema...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,600
W 0.56 in Dm 2.37 in
Chinese Heavily Carved Natural A-Grade Green to Ink Jadeite Bangle ID:60mm 54.5g
Located in Richmond, CA
A vintage Chinese heavily carved natural jadeite bangle, displaying rich natural mottled colors including pale green, emerald to dark ink green. ID: 60mm OD: 76mm Width: 14mm Weight...
Jade
Vivienne Westwood Velvet Blouson Jacket
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Berlin, BE
Beautiful velvet Vivienne Westwood Jacket. Cut in a stunning velvet that seems to absorb and refract light like oil on water, the piece balances romance and rebellion with signature ...
18K Yellow Gold Judith Ripka Bloodstone Intaglio Ring with Diamonds
By Judith Ripka
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This 18K yellow gold Signet Ring by Judith Ripka is centered around an oval shaped soldier's profile intaglio in bloodstone measuring 16mm X 12mm. Deriving its styling cues from anci...
Agate, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$10,000
H 0.44 in W 2.37 in L 2.41 in
Dragon Diamond Pave Pink Tourmaline Ruby Rose White Gold Animal Bangle Bracelet
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 6.10x6.00x1.10cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "9 White Diamonds 0.15 CT 142 Fancy Diamonds 1.25 CT 2 Ruby 0.08 CT 1 Tourmaline 0.52 CT 18KR 19.37 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold ...
Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
14k Yellow Gold Oval Green Jadeite Jade Bezel Set Cabachon Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
14k yellow gold ring. This simple yellow gold ring has an oval cabachon, green color jadeite jade center, bezel set and finished by wide, high polished shoulders. Marks: 14k Dimensio...
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Green Jadeite Jade Buddha Pendant, Certified Untreated
By Luxe Pieces
Located in San Francisco, CA
This is an all natural, untreated green jadeite jade carved happy buddha and set on an 18K white gold and diamond bail. The carved happy buddha symbolizes happiness, compassion and ...
Jade, 18k Gold
Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 1.00 Carat Vivid Pure Green Diamond
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located in the Iconic Gem Tower/Gia Building in New York's Diamond District. We are pleased to present the only Gia ...
Diamond
15.66 Carat Natural Type A Jade and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring featuring a 15.66 Carat, Natural, Non-dyed Jadeite and 2.32 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum. Jadeite has been cherished for millennia. Its nature is pure a...
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
$88,792
Size: FR36 - UK8 - US 4
Christian Dior by John Galliano Fuchsia Evening Coat with Fur Trim, FW 2007
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
A museum-grade Christian Dior evening coat, crafted from a cotton and silk blend in a rich fuchsia hue. The coat features dramatic, oversized raccoon fur trim on the sleeves and hem,...
18K English Dragon Signet Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elegant 18K English Dragon Signet Ring from the 1940's. Tapered band is decorated with repousse patterns with a central dragons head. Beautiful quality. UK. SIgned J.L., Date stamps ...
18k Gold
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.
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 rings, vintage 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.
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