Antique and Vintage Jewelry Library p18

This antique cocktail ring with old European cut diamonds glistens like dappled sunlight. The 14k white gold setting boasts a myriad of geometric elements. Starbursts, triangles and rhomboids join forces inside an oval setting. An old European cut diamond is set in the center of this geometric explosion. This focal point diamond has a color of L, a clarity of SI2 and a weight of 0.45 carats. Eight additional single and old European accenting diamonds are sprinkled throughout, giving this antique dinner ring a total diamond weight of 0.69 carats. Circa 1925. SOLD

A coppery golden moon shines its light on your finger in this Retro citrine cocktail ring. The 14k yellow gold band of this Retro cocktail ring provides a tonal backdrop for the yellow-orange citrine that centerpieces it. The round faceted mixed cut focal point quartz gemstone weighs 10.81 carats. A rose and green gold trimmed handmade mounting lends custom appeal to Retro citrine rings like this one. Circa 1940s. SOLD

The calmness of lavender soothes your soul when you slip this 1930s cabochon star sapphire antique ring on your finger. Diamond-accented leaves meander up the shoulders of the 14k white gold band to hug the oval cabochon light violet-blue star sapphire that centerpieces this antique ring. The sapphire weighs 14.52 carats. Twenty-four round single and rose cut diamonds accentuate 1930s rings like this one for a total diamond weight of 0.104 carats. Circa 1930. SOLD

The eternal promise of an Easter sunrise emanates from the starburst center of this 1930s antique sapphire and diamond cross. The stations of this platinum and 18k yellow gold cross are lined with a collection of rectangular faceted 'French' cut blue sapphires for a total gemstone weight of 2.10 carats. An old European cut diamond centerpieces this 1930s antique cross while twenty-two rose cut diamonds blossom forth from the center and highlight the tips. The total diamond weight of this antique sapphire cross is 0.18 carats. Circa 1930. SOLD

This five stone antique diamond wedding ring shines like the shimmering folds of a bride's satin wedding gown. The 18k white gold band is done in a ribbon effect that cradles the collection of five round full cut diamonds. Totaling 0.79 carats, the five diamonds that accentuate this antique wedding ring range in color from G to I and in clarity from VVS1 to VS2. Circa 1950 or later. SOLD

Straight baguette cut diamonds create an unusual display beside a slightly greenish blue aquamarine. An iridium platinum band holds the diamonds and gemstones in this Retro Modern antique engagement ring. Details: 10% Iridium-Platinum. Straight baguette cut and round single cut diamonds, 0.27 carats. Aquamarine, 1.12 carats. Circa 1940. SOLD

The vibrant color in this Victorian amethyst dinner ring is as unexpected as a hyacinth bursting through spring's lingering snow crystals. The 14k rose gold band of this antique Victorian cocktail ring is topped with silver. A collection of ten old mine and old style triangular cut diamonds encircles the silver top. Circa 1880. SOLD

1950s pearl and diamond earrings bring to mind a magnolia tree in bloom with white blossoms. The cluster arrangement of these 14k white gold earrings lends a sophisticated touch to the ear lobe. Twelve spherical creamy white pearls swirl down the center of these earrings. Meandering between the pearls and flaring out from them like starbursts are a collection of eighteen round single cut diamonds. The diamonds accenting these 1950s earrings total 0.20 carats. Circa 1955 SOLD

Encircled by a series of eye-catching designs in 14k white gold, this Art Deco style eternity band is enhanced with a collection of forty round brilliant cut diamonds. Totaling 2.30 carats, these diamonds range in color from F to H and have a clarity rating of SI1. This is a modern eternity band in the Art Deco style. SOLD

Split prongs in a tulip design hold a 0.97 carat greenish blue aquamarine in this classic 1940s antique engagement ring. The platinum band is set with six round single cut diamonds which weigh of 0.14 carats. Circa 1940 or later. SOLD

Architecturally intriguing, this old European cut diamond engagement ring will win her heart. The 18k white gold band of this antique engagement ring is enhanced with filigree along the shank and winding down the shoulders. This intricate metalworking culminates in an old European cut diamond at the center. Weighing 0.20 carats, this diamond centerpiece has a color of K and clarity of I1. Circa 1920. SOLD

The 14k white gold band of this antique engagement ring with old European cut diamonds provides the setting for a shimmering diamond display. The shoulders of the slim band rise to a hand-engraved square top. Along the way, they embrace a collection of seven old European and single cut diamonds. The combined weight of all the diamonds accentuating this antique engagement ring is 1.2 carats. Circa 1930. SOLD

Like an artistic masterpiece, every detail of this filigree and diamond engagement ring is finely crafted. At the center of this engagement ring is a round brilliant cut diamond. This 0.19-carat diamond has a color of H and a clarity of SI1. Four additional round full cut diamonds radiate out from this center diamond. The combined weight of all the diamonds is 0.23 carats. The lovely 18k white gold band of this engagement ring is hand engraved at the shoulders and shank. This is a new filigree and diamond engagement ring in the Edwardian style. From the Topazery Tara Collection. SOLD

This carved antique wedding ring delicately encircles the finger. Architecturally intriguing, this antique wedding ring is accented with a mix of textural elements in 18k white gold. Fine milgraining surrounds the outer edges of this wedding ring's band. Carved flowers and leaves in intricate detail also enhance the design. Circa 1930. SOLD

This antique 1930s pearl and diamond brooch evokes springtime camellias touched with morning drops of dew. This Art Deco brooch brings the delicate lacework of its 1930s period into diamond-accented leaf motifs. In sum, 36 single-cut diamonds accent this platinum Art Deco brooch. The brooch's total diamond weight is 0.72 carats. Packing additional gemstone appeal, four 4mm light creamy pearls serve as the blossoms of this flowery antique brooch. While a lucky few might discover hand-wrought antique brooches like this one amongst their ancestors' jewels, for many, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a romantic Art Deco piece. Circa 1930s. SOLD

Vintage pearl engagement rings like this one are suffused with oriental ying-yang qualities. The spiral of diamonds that splices this vintage engagement ring's pearl and diamond focal points is particularly notable. The platinum band is set with a high luster 8.6mm pearl as well as a counterbalancing round brilliant cut diamond. The six additional diamonds that curve across the finger are a mix of old style full and single cuts. In total, the seven diamonds accenting this vintage pearl engagement ring total 0.75 carats. Circa 1950s. SOLD

With its interlocking shoulder links, this 1945 platinum diamond wedding ring has a unique bangle flavor to it. The platinum band of this 1945 diamond wedding ring holds a strip of round single cut diamonds that add radiance to the finger. Ranging in color from G-H and clarity from VVS2-VS2, these ten diamond accents lend 0.10 carats of diamond weight to this 1945 platinum wedding ring. Circa 1945. SOLD

Diamond studded trails mark a pathway to her heart in this classic diamond wedding ring from 1925. Constructed of platinum on 14k yellow gold, the band of this classic wedding ring is set with a collection of forty-three round single cut diamonds. Gathering at the shoulders, the diamonds align in triplicate along the forefront of the band. The total diamond carat weight is 0.38 carats. Circa 1925. SOLD

You'll adore this Egyptian Revival bangle bracelet. Constructed of 18k yellow gold, this bangle bracelet is carved in an Egyptian eagle-wing pattern, lending texture and intrigue to the wrist. Touches of rose and green gold accentuate the wings. An S-shaped strip of precious metal snakes around the natural spinel that centerpieces this Egyptian Revival style bangle. This cushion faceted mixed cut purple gemstone weighs 3.69 carats. SOLD