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18th Century Gold Portrait Miniature Ring A Lady Painted Enamel
Located in Firenze, IT
This rare antique late 18th century gold ring was made in France and features a painted enamel
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Antique 18th Century French Neoclassical Engagement Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Enamel

18th Century Gold Portrait Miniature Ring Shepherd Boy King David Painted Enamel
Located in London, GB
This rare antique late 18th century gold ring was made in France and features a painted enamel
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Antique Late 18th Century French Rococo Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Late 18th Century Gold Garnet Cluster Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Set with foiled closed-back square tablet cut garnets in heart-shaped mount to a bifurcated shoulders, engraved back. Top size 18mm x 15mm Size: 7 Weight: 3.58 gr
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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Cluster Rings

Materials

Garnet, Yellow Gold, Gold

Antique 18th Century Georgian Rare Heart Motif Diamond 14K Gold Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Enchanting and romantic, large antique 18th century Georgian period heart motif rose cut diamond
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Antique 18th Century Georgian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Georgian Gold Posy Ring "True Loue is My Desire" circa 18th Century
Located in London, GB
Georgian gold posy ring 'True loue is my desire'. A yellow gold band with softly scalloped edging
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Antique Mid-18th Century Band Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

18th Century Glass Intaglio & 9 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
glass intaglio which depicts a nymph with a tambourine likely dates to the late 18th century and has
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Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

18th Century Russian Gold and Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
18th Century Russian 0.33ct Diamond Ring. The ring is stamped 1733 for the year it was produced and
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Antique 18th Century Russian Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Georgian Carved Posy Ring 'Nosse Te Ipsum', circa 18th Century
Located in London, GB
Georgian carved posy ring 'Nosse Te Ipsum'. A yellow gold D-shape band, ornately carved to the
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Antique 18th Century Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Gold

Gold posy ring, 'A true Friends gift', 18th century.
Located in London, GB
Gold posy ring, 'A true friends gift', English. The slim D-shape band engraved to the interior in
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Antique 18th Century Georgian Band Rings

18th Century Italian 18K Yellow Gold Chased Band Men's Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
floral design at the two sides, and a geometrical design at the centre of the ring. Period: 18th Century
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Antique 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Fashion Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18th Century Carnelian Intaglio Ring
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique 18th Century Carnelian Intaglio Ring Featuring Roman Emperor Septimus Severus Set in 18kt
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Antique 18th Century British Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold

Gold posy ring 'Noe joy in life like a good wife', circa 18th century.
Located in London, GB
gold, maker's mark 'DP' within a shield, approximately 6.44g in weight, circa 18th century. This posy
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Antique 18th Century Regency Band Rings

18th Century Garnet Intaglio Signet Ring
Located in London, GB
Rare Antique Late 18th Century Garnet Intaglio Signet Ring with Rose Cut Diamonds This fantastic
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Antique Late 18th Century Neoclassical Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Silver

Georgian Stuart Crystal Ring, 18th Century
Located in Stamford, CT
A rare, beautiful and magical Stuart Crystal Ring set in 15 Kt gold and backed in sterling silver
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Antique 18th Century English George II Solitaire Rings

Materials

Crystal, 15k Gold

Emerald Ring with 12 Old Cut Diamonds, 14 Carat, 18th Century
Located in Berlin, DE
Emerald ring with 12 old cut diamonds, 14 carat, 18th century. 14 carat gold Europe, 18th century
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Antique 18th Century German Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Gold posy ring, 'Rather die then faith deny', circa 18th century.
Located in London, GB
. Tested yellow gold, approximately 9.32 grams in weight, circa 18th century.
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Antique 18th Century Georgian Wedding Rings

Antique 18th Century Portrait Miniature Strass Ring Silver Rose Gold European
Located in Lisbon, PT
18th Century Portrait Miniature and Strass Ring in Silver and Rose Gold, English or French, circa
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Antique Late 18th Century European Georgian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Rose Gold, Silver

Unusual Antique French 18K Gold Portrait Miniature Ring 18th Century Belcher
Located in London, GB
This highly unusual antique gold ring features a late 18th century French portrait miniature
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Antique Late 18th Century French Georgian Fashion Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Late 18th Century Agate Cameo Cicerone Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
A late 18th century white layered agate on a light gray ground, set in a gold frame. Male head with
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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold

Late 18th Century Intaglio Later Gold Mounted Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
The oval carved carnelian measuring 2.3 x 1.7cm and depicting The silence, rub-over set in gold
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Antique 1790s Italian Neoclassical Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold

18kt Yellow Gold Agate Medusa Cameo Men's Ring Late 18th Century
Located in Firenze, IT
Ring set in 18kt yellow gold and an agate cameo depincting the front face of medusa, with a swivel
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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Baroque Turquoise Gold Bow Ring Antique 18th Century Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
An unusual example of a scarce seven-stone bow ring dating from the early 18th century, circa 1700
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Antique Early 1700s Italian Baroque Band Rings

Materials

Turquoise, Gold

Scarce Antique Catalan 18th Century Gold Foiled Rose Cut Perpignan Garnet Ring
Located in London, GB
the late 18th century, the most emblematic jewel of the Catalan part of the Languedoc-Roussillon
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Antique Late 18th Century French Georgian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Garnet, Gold

Late 18th Century Micromosaic Gold Ring Vase with Flower
Located in Firenze, IT
An Italian 14kt carat gold ring mounted with an oval micromosaic representing a vase with flowers
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Antique 1820s Italian Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

18th Century Seven-Stone Rose Diamond Bow Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
during the late 17th century; its form was intended to resemble that of a decorative bow, mounted in
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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Late 18th Century Portrait Miniature Ring Of A Lady
Located in Firenze, IT
Georgian portrait miniature ring, set with glass on top, all within a setting of 18kt gold. The
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Antique Late 18th Century British Neoclassical Engagement Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Early 18th Century Stuart Crystal and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Presenting a highly detailed and rare cluster ring from the early stages of the 18th century. This
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Antique 18th Century Georgian Cluster Rings

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel

Antique 18th Century 18K Gold Ring Miniature Grisaille Portrait on Porcelain
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This substantial ring was created in the 3rd quarter of the 18th century out of solid 18K yellow
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Antique 1760s French Georgian Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Late 18th Century Gold and Smokey Quartz Family Crest Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
, Youlgreave Derbyshire, to a curved gold surmount ring. Size : 7 The arms of the BATEMAN family of Middleton
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Antique 1780s British Georgian Signet Rings

Materials

Quartz, Gold

Royal Siam 'Thai' Museum-Grade 18th Century Ayutthaya Ceremonial Ring
Located in London, GB
, including the gold diamond mondop/pagoda ring (see photos). During this visit, the son of the Siamese
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Antique Late 18th Century Thai More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 22k Gold

A Late 18th / Early 19th Century Two-Colour Agate Cameo Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
A late 18th / early 19th century two-colour Jasper cameo ring depicting a Roman wearing a cloak
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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18th Century Vinaigrette Ring Silver Gold Turtle Doves Heart Love Token
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This is a rare example of an 18th century vinaigrette ring, the pierced lid opens to house a little
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Antique 1790s George III Bridal Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Silver

Antique Mid-18th Century Ruby !8 Karat Gold Ring Flat Cut Rubies
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This mid-eighteenth century ring is set with flat cut rubies. The ring head in the shape of a
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Antique 1750s Italian Dome Rings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Georgian Diamond Solitaire Ring, White and Black Enamel, 18th Century
Located in NEWARK, GB
You cannot help but be enchanted by this superb antique mid 18th century Diamond solitaire ring. A
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Antique 18th Century British Rococo Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Enamel, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold

Antique Miniature Of A Elegant Lady Ring Of The Late 18th Century
Located in Firenze, IT
Miniature portrait octagonal ring in yellow gold 18 karats. Ring with a miniature depicting an
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Antique Late 18th Century British Georgian Engagement Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare 18th Century Portuguese Cluster Ring Minas Novas Rock Crystal Antique
Located in London, GB
A rare Portuguese 18th century ‘minas novas’ rock crystal cluster ring, circa 1770. A lovely
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Antique Late 18th Century Portuguese Georgian Cluster Rings

Materials

Rock Crystal, 15k Gold

Antique 18th Century Mourning Ring Karat Gold Hair Dated 1795 K. + R. Burnaby
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This fine and simple morning ring was made in 1795 out of 9 karat gold, glas and hair. The ring is
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Antique 1790s English George III Engagement Rings

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

Georgian 18th Century Signet Ring with Ancient Roman Nicolo Intaglio of Hercules
Located in London, GB
A superb ancient Roman nicolo intaglio set in a late 18th century gold signet ring. Nicolo
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Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Signet Rings

A Large 18th Century Georgian Rose cut Diamond Urn Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
background. The commemorative ring was a mourning ritual scrupulously observed in the 18th and 19th centuries
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Antique 1780s French Georgian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hardstone Cameo of Seneca 18th-19th Century
Located in Firenze, IT
The portrait head of Seneca, in a later ring mount, ring size 11 , length 27mm, width mm22 Weight
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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Antique Mid-18th Century Table-Cut Diamond Jardinière Ring
Located in New York, NY
An antique Georgian period table-cut diamond giardinetto ring in the form of a flower, in sterling
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Antique 1750s French Georgian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Roman Emperor Augustus Georgian Period Sardonyx Cameo 18K Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
profile Late 18th/ Early 19th Century Condition: Very Good, age appropriate wear Size: 5.75 US Width: 20mm
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Antique Late 18th Century European Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

A late 18th Century Cameo Later Mounted By Codognato
By Attilio Codognato
Located in Firenze, IT
A late 18th century cameo later mounted by Codognato, the oval carved agate measuring 2.2 x 1.9 cm
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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold

XVIII Century Gold and Silver Portuguese Ring with Amethyst and Chrysolite
Located in Lisboa, PT
From the 18th century this antique gold and silver ring has an amethyst in the centre, surrounded
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Antique Late 18th Century Portuguese Edwardian Dome Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Gold, Silver

Seventeenth Century Intaglio Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Sard intaglio of Athene holding Nike. The “large” intaglio is set in 15 ct gold ca 1820
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Antique Late 18th Century British Georgian Signet Rings

Materials

Gold

19th Century Opal Fine Pearl Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, own hallmark. Beautiful and rare antique ring, it is decorated with
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Antique Early 18th Century French Napoleon III Cluster Rings

Materials

Opal, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Silver and Gold Large Carnelian Signet Men's Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
In silver and yellow gold with large, oval carnelian seal engraved with a heraldic crest. Top size
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Antique Late 18th Century British Georgian Signet Rings

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Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Bourbon Era Horseshoe Gold Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
quite scarce. This ring is crafted in gold and features an enamelled horseshoe on the central plate
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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Engagement Rings

Materials

Gold

Antique Georgian Enamel Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
An antique, circa 1790 / 1810, rose 14K gold long ring features a painted enamel pastoral scene
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Antique Late 18th Century Georgian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Wide Diamond Ring 14kt Yellow Gold Hearts Diamond Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Diamond ring made in 14KT yellow gold with hearts design and wide top. GRAM WEIGHT: 10.29gr METAL
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Antique 18th Century European Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hardstone Cameo of a Man, 18th-19th Century
Located in Firenze, IT
The classical head facing left, clean shaven with short curling hair, in a later ring mount, ring
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Antique 1790s Italian Georgian Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgian Rose Gold Marquise Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Foiled rose gold diamond Marquise Shape ring, featuring a central marquise diamond surrounded by
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Antique Late 18th Century Georgian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Antique Georgian 8 Carat Color Change Sapphire Diamond 18K Gold Ring, GIA Report
Located in New York, NY
the Alexandrite Effect, are rarer still. This spectacular ring is from the Georgian Period, late 18th
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Antique Late 18th Century British Georgian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Small Ancient Indus Valley Bead Ring Etched Carnelian Cone Antique Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
conical stone has been set in a later high-karat gold ring mount, the hoop is hollow and of circular cross
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Antique 18th Century Indian Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, Gold

Antique Georgian 18K Gold Mourning Ring English 1822
Located in Henderson, NV
.” The inside shank has four hallmarks, including the date letter "f" for 1821, 18 for the gold contest
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Antique 18th Century Band Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique Goddess Cameo Agate Gold Gentleman Horn Ring
Located in Munich, Bavaria
cameo has been executed in the 1st half of the 18th century and mounted in 18K gold. The outer rim of
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Antique Early 18th Century French More Rings

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Georgian Mourning Ring c. 1789
Located in San Francisco, CA
An English or Irish mourning ring made for the family of Elizabeth Brabazon. During her life, there
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Antique 18th Century Georgian Band Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Georgian Memento Mori Ring of 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This Georgian era, 18k gold ring (circa 1748) serves as a poignant reminder of a life cut short
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Antique Mid-18th Century Georgian Engagement Rings

Materials

Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Enamel

Georgian Hand Painted Dove Conversion Ring of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A spectacular love token ring created from a damaged Georgian pendant (circa 1790). Our jeweler
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Antique Late 18th Century Georgian Engagement Rings

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14k Gold

Antique Carved Turquoise Fede Ring of 15ct Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Antique Georgian Era Fede Ring – Carved Turquoise Hands with Diamond & Ruby Flowers in 15ct Gold
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Antique Late 18th Century Georgian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 15k Gold

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18th Century Gold Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact 18th century gold ring you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 10320 vintage or 47 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a 18th century gold ring 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. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat versions are of considerable interest. Creating a 18th century gold ring has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels and Bulgari are consistently popular. Take a look at a 18th century gold ring featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and old european cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a 18th century gold ring, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a 18th Century Gold Ring?

The price for a 18th century gold ring starts at $53 and tops out at $1,575,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $3,501.

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.

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 18th Century Gold Ring
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, wedding rings have a long history, stretching back to ancient Egypt. The first diamond engagement ring was created in 1477 by Archduke Maximillian of Austria. Browse a wide array of vintage and contemporary wedding rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In the 18th century, art changed in style from Baroque to Rococo and Neoclassicism. Art became more ornamented and idealized during the Rococo period and then shifted toward a style that emulated the artwork of ancient Greece and Rome near the end of the century. You’ll find a variety of fine art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    To identify 18th-century furniture, you can research your piece in the context of the prevailing styles of the period or consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. To identify your item on your own, look over it for maker's marks, such as carvings, stamps, brands and labels. Researching the marking can help you determine the maker of your piece, and from there, you can search further to learn more about your particular item. Without a maker's mark, the best approach is to consider the characteristics of the dominant furniture styles during the 18th century. In England, these included William and Mary, Queen Anne, Georgian, Chippendale, Hepplewhite and Sheraton. Some French furniture styles of the 1700s include Louis XV, Louis XVI and Régence. Find a diverse assortment of 18th-century furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    One way to check if your brass candlesticks are from the 18th century is to look for the two seams running lengthwise on either side. This is from when the candlestick was molded in two halves and then soldered together. You’ll find a variety of candlesticks of all shapes and sizes from some of the top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
    The individuals considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons are William Hogarth, James Gillray and George Cruikshank. Although the 18th century saw a widespread increase in illustrations in newspapers, these three illustrators were particularly well-known for their work. Hogarth's work was extremely diverse, ranging from serious, realistic paintings and portraits to satirical and moralistic illustrations filled with symbolism. A British caricaturist, Gillray is remembered today for his artworks representing political and social satires, like his political cartoons against George III of England. Despite being a prolific caricaturist, Cruikshank is now most famous for illustrating the works of Charles Dickens. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of illustrations.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    At the end of the 17th century, Europe went into a frenzy over porcelain. Asian porcelain was highly sought after, and spurred the foundation of the Meissen factory in France, where hard porcelain went on to be made. You’ll find a large collection of porcelain pieces from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.