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Sputnik Ring

Vintage Sputnik Ring of Gemstones and 14k Gold, Circa 1960
Vintage Sputnik Ring of Gemstones and 14k Gold, Circa 1960

Vintage Sputnik Ring of Gemstones and 14k Gold, Circa 1960

Located in Lewisburg, PA

This vintage ring features a bold Sputnik motif, set with an array of colorful gemstones in radiant 14k gold.

Category

Vintage 1960s Dome Rings

Materials

14k Gold

Mid Century Sputnik 1.66TCW Multi Stone 14k Yellow Gold Cluster Ring 1960s
Mid Century Sputnik 1.66TCW Multi Stone 14k Yellow Gold Cluster Ring 1960s

Mid Century Sputnik 1.66TCW Multi Stone 14k Yellow Gold Cluster Ring 1960s

Located in Towson, MD

This 1960s sputnik ring is crafted in 14 karat yellow gold with a warm rosy tone and set with citrine, amethyst, peridot, topaz, and quartz radiating around a garnet center stone.

Category

Vintage 1960s Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, Quartz, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose ...

Vintage Sterling Silver Sputnik Brutalist Ring 1960's USA Size 9
Vintage Sterling Silver Sputnik Brutalist Ring 1960's USA Size 9

Vintage Sterling Silver Sputnik Brutalist Ring 1960's USA Size 9

Located in North Miami, FL

This vintage sterling silver sculptural brutalist hand wrought sputnik ring is very dynamic. It has texture and dimension.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Modernist Dome Rings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Bronze Studio Sputnik Starburst Sculptural Ring Attributed to Pal Kepenes
Bronze Studio Sputnik Starburst Sculptural Ring Attributed to Pal Kepenes

Bronze Studio Sputnik Starburst Sculptural Ring Attributed to Pal Kepenes

Located in North Miami, FL

It will only fit a very slight slim but long finger. The ring size is 4.75" for the finger. This ring has top weight to it as per the sculptural sputnik design.

Category

20th Century Mexican Modernist Cluster Rings

Materials

Bronze

Vintage 3.20 Carat Emerald Bombe Dome Sputnik 18K Gold Statement Ring
Vintage 3.20 Carat Emerald Bombe Dome Sputnik 18K Gold Statement Ring

Vintage 3.20 Carat Emerald Bombe Dome Sputnik 18K Gold Statement Ring

Located in Miami, FL

Product Specifications: Item Type: Statement Dome Ring Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Size: 7 (adjustable) Weight: 18.44 grams Ring Face: 24.5 x 19mm Hallmark: Stamped HM Style: Vintage Sput...

Category

1990s Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Tourmaline Garnet Amethyst Vintage Sputnik Cocktail Ring 18k 3.22ctw
Yellow Gold Tourmaline Garnet Amethyst Vintage Sputnik Cocktail Ring 18k 3.22ctw

Yellow Gold Tourmaline Garnet Amethyst Vintage Sputnik Cocktail Ring 18k 3.22ctw

Located in Greensboro, NC

Size: 3 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $60 Design: Sputnik Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Tourmalines Carat(s): 1.15ctw Cut: Round Color: Green Natura...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Garnet, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Scandinavian Modernist Mid-Century Necklace & Bracelet Space Age Sputnik Modern
Scandinavian Modernist Mid-Century Necklace & Bracelet Space Age Sputnik Modern

Scandinavian Modernist Mid-Century Necklace & Bracelet Space Age Sputnik Modern

Located in New York, NY

This is a stunning Mid-Century Modernist Necklace and Bracelet with a space age sputnik rings of Saturn theme. The magnificent pieces of Art Jewelry were purchased in Iceland.

Category

Mid-20th Century Icelandic Modern Drop Necklaces

YellowGold Blue Topaz Amethyst Peridot Sputnik Cluster Cocktail Ring 14k 2.21ctw
YellowGold Blue Topaz Amethyst Peridot Sputnik Cluster Cocktail Ring 14k 2.21ctw

YellowGold Blue Topaz Amethyst Peridot Sputnik Cluster Cocktail Ring 14k 2.21ctw

Located in Greensboro, NC

Size: 5 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 or Down 1 size for $40 Design: Sputnik Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Blue Topaz Treatment: Routinely Enhanc...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Peridot, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Solid Gold .90ctw Round Diamond Cluster Spray Sputnik Domed Ring
Vintage Solid Gold .90ctw Round Diamond Cluster Spray Sputnik Domed Ring

Vintage Solid Gold .90ctw Round Diamond Cluster Spray Sputnik Domed Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

--Stone(s):-- (10) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 0.90ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold w/ White Gold Baske...

Category

20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Retro Solid Yellow Gold Large 2.40ctw Round Ruby Sputnik Domed Ring
Vintage Retro Solid Yellow Gold Large 2.40ctw Round Ruby Sputnik Domed Ring

Vintage Retro Solid Yellow Gold Large 2.40ctw Round Ruby Sputnik Domed Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

--Stone(s):-- (21) Natural Genuine Rubies - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Natural Variation in color - Red Color - 2.40ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 11....

Category

20th Century Dome Rings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold

Sputnik Space Age Table Weather Station, Relative Hygrometer, West Germany, 60s
Sputnik Space Age Table Weather Station, Relative Hygrometer, West Germany, 60s

Sputnik Space Age Table Weather Station, Relative Hygrometer, West Germany, 60s

Located in Antwerp, BE

After the space epic and the launch into space of the Sputnik 1 satellite in 1957, the German company Huger created two models of weather stations: a small globe model with antennas ...

Category

Vintage 1960s German Space Age Scientific Instruments

Materials

Steel, Chrome

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Diamond Set Sputnik Ring
Diamond Set Sputnik Ring

Diamond Set Sputnik Ring

Located in London, GB

" Sputnik " Diamond set ring Finger size 1

Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

1960s Mid-Century Modernist Green Tourmaline Gold Sputnik Cocktail Ring
1960s Mid-Century Modernist Green Tourmaline Gold Sputnik Cocktail Ring

1960s Mid-Century Modernist Green Tourmaline Gold Sputnik Cocktail Ring

Located in Dusseldorf, NRW

1960s Mid-Century Modernist Green Tourmaline Gold Sputnik Ring 18k gold, green tourmaline Ring head: Ø 2.1 cm (approx. 13/16”) Ring size: Ø 16.9 mm = EU 53.1 / US 6 1/2 / ASIA 13 Mar...

Category

20th Century Brazilian Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold

.28Ct Diamond Recycled 22Karat Gold Alternative Engagement Bridal Stackable Ring
.28Ct Diamond Recycled 22Karat Gold Alternative Engagement Bridal Stackable Ring

.28Ct Diamond Recycled 22Karat Gold Alternative Engagement Bridal Stackable Ring

By AB Jewelry NYC

Located in New York, NY

Sputnik, Simplicity series contemporary ring design.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Ye...

Diamonds in 22 Karat Gold Silver Rings Alternative Engagement Wedding Band Stack
Diamonds in 22 Karat Gold Silver Rings Alternative Engagement Wedding Band Stack

Diamonds in 22 Karat Gold Silver Rings Alternative Engagement Wedding Band Stack

By AB Jewelry NYC

Located in New York, NY

22K gold and diamonds alternative Wedding or Engagement diamond stack of band rings combines our Sputnik 22k gold ring set with a brown .28ct sparkly diamond and the 22k gold band fl...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Ye...

.22 Ct Yellow Diamond in Recycled 18K Gold Alternative Engagement Bridal Ring
.22 Ct Yellow Diamond in Recycled 18K Gold Alternative Engagement Bridal Ring

.22 Ct Yellow Diamond in Recycled 18K Gold Alternative Engagement Bridal Ring

By AB Jewelry NYC

Located in New York, NY

.22Ct yellow diamond set in recycled 18K gold in this alternative engagement bridal ring. Sputnik, Simplicity series contemporary design by AB Jewelry NYC.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Yellow Diamond 18K Gold Alternative Engagement Bridal or Stacking Ring .22 Ct
Yellow Diamond 18K Gold Alternative Engagement Bridal or Stacking Ring .22 Ct

Yellow Diamond 18K Gold Alternative Engagement Bridal or Stacking Ring .22 Ct

By AB Jewelry NYC

Located in New York, NY

.22Ct yellow diamond set in recycled 18K gold in this alternative engagement bridal ring. Sputnik, Simplicity series contemporary design by AB Jewelry NYC.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond 18 Karat, 22 Karat Gold Silver Ring Stack #10 Alternative Wedding Band
Diamond 18 Karat, 22 Karat Gold Silver Ring Stack #10 Alternative Wedding Band

Diamond 18 Karat, 22 Karat Gold Silver Ring Stack #10 Alternative Wedding Band

By AB Jewelry NYC

Located in New York, NY

Simplicity Stack #10 modern design- This alternative Wedding or Engagement diamond stack of band rings combines our Sputnik 22k gold ring set with a brown .28ct sparkly diamond and ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, 22...

Gold Sputnik Ring
Gold Sputnik Ring

Gold Sputnik Ring

Located in Darnestown, MD

Large size Sputnik ring with a variety of semi precious stones that include: citrine; amethyst; garnet and peridot.

Category

Vintage 1950s Cluster Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Retro 1940s Multi Stone Gold Sputnik Ring
Retro 1940s Multi Stone Gold Sputnik Ring

Retro 1940s Multi Stone Gold Sputnik Ring

Located in Litchfield, CT

Later known as “Sputnik” rings due to their resemblance to Soviet satellites, with its particularly bright color palette, this finely made ring will pair with virtually any look and ...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Dome Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Beryl, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, Topaz, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, ...

Huge Retro 1940s Multi Stone Gold Sputnik Ring
Huge Retro 1940s Multi Stone Gold Sputnik Ring

Huge Retro 1940s Multi Stone Gold Sputnik Ring

Located in Litchfield, CT

Vibrant tourmaline, citrine, amethyst, garnet, topaz, aquamarine, and beryl are bezel-set and scattered cheerfully on a gold dome in this bold retro forties ring. Later known as “Spu...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Beryl, Citrine, Garnet, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Vintage Sputnik Ring Cultured Pearl 14k Yellow Gold Estate Fine Jewelry
Vintage Sputnik Ring Cultured Pearl 14k Yellow Gold Estate Fine Jewelry

Vintage Sputnik Ring Cultured Pearl 14k Yellow Gold Estate Fine Jewelry

Located in Torrance, CA

Stylish vintage cultured pearl Sputnik ring (circa 1960s to 1970s) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold.

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Huge Sputnik Ring Citrine Dome Large Orb Cocktail Jewelry
Vintage Huge Sputnik Ring Citrine Dome Large Orb Cocktail Jewelry

Vintage Huge Sputnik Ring Citrine Dome Large Orb Cocktail Jewelry

Located in Torrance, CA

Ornate sputnik domed gemstone cocktail ring (circa 1950s to 1960s) crafted in 18 karat yellow gold.

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

PAL KEPENEYES Bronze Sputnik Ring
PAL KEPENEYES Bronze Sputnik Ring

PAL KEPENEYES Bronze Sputnik Ring

By Pal Kepenyes

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Ring is made in a sputnik or sprocket style. Kepenyes was born in Hungary and emigrated to Mexico in the 1960's.

Category

Vintage 1960s Mexican Cocktail Rings

H. Stern 18k Gold Multi-Gemstone Sputnik Ring
H. Stern 18k Gold Multi-Gemstone Sputnik Ring

H. Stern 18k Gold Multi-Gemstone Sputnik Ring

By H. Stern

Located in Towson, MD

One 18-karat yellow gold Sputnik design dome ring by Brazilian designer H.

Category

Mid-20th Century Modernist Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Peridot, 18k Gold...

Retro 1950s 18K Yellow Gold Multi-Gemstone Sputnik Ring
Retro 1950s 18K Yellow Gold Multi-Gemstone Sputnik Ring

Retro 1950s 18K Yellow Gold Multi-Gemstone Sputnik Ring

Located in Cape May, NJ

Era: Retro Estate(1950's) Composition: 18K Yellow Gold Primary Stone: Round Natural Amethyst, Garnet, Citrine, Blue Topaz, Prasiolite & Tourmaline. Nineteen Stones in total. Ring Siz...

Category

Vintage 1950s Retro Dome Rings

Materials

Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro Pearl Sputnik Ring, 14K Yellow Gold, Vintage 1950s Space Theme Statement
Retro Pearl Sputnik Ring, 14K Yellow Gold, Vintage 1950s Space Theme Statement

Retro Pearl Sputnik Ring, 14K Yellow Gold, Vintage 1950s Space Theme Statement

Located in Austin, TX

This fabulous vintage ring has classic 1950s retro sputnik styling. Small cultured pearls alternate with fins of gold surrounding the central graceful pearl.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Pearl, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage Modernist Canadian 18k Gold and Diamond Organic Sputnik Ring
Vintage Modernist Canadian 18k Gold and Diamond Organic Sputnik Ring

Vintage Modernist Canadian 18k Gold and Diamond Organic Sputnik Ring

Located in Shippensburg, PA

This is such an incredibly interesting statement piece! With a wonderful modernist textured and overall organic form, the free-form band raises spiked sputnik spheres with ten chaoti...

Category

Mid-20th Century Canadian Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold

1960’s Sputnik Gold Diamond and Gemstone Ring
1960’s Sputnik Gold Diamond and Gemstone Ring

1960’s Sputnik Gold Diamond and Gemstone Ring

Located in Toronto, ON

Stamped 14K on interior of shank. Present Ring Size 7.5. Total Item Weight: 13.40 grams. The first satellite - Sputnik - was launched in 1957 and became very popular in American jewe...

Category

Vintage 1960s More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

Large 1950-1960's Sputnik Gemstone Gold Ring
Large 1950-1960's Sputnik Gemstone Gold Ring

Large 1950-1960's Sputnik Gemstone Gold Ring

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Looks wonderful worn with the smaller on we are also offering. 18k gold with semi-precious stones. US size 8 3/4 - can be sized

Category

20th Century Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Quartz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Vintage "Sputnik" 18 Karat Gold Multi Gem Dome Ring
Vintage "Sputnik" 18 Karat Gold Multi Gem Dome Ring

Vintage "Sputnik" 18 Karat Gold Multi Gem Dome Ring

Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.

It is an iconic “Sputnik” design vintage dome ring crafted in 18K yellow gold.

Category

Mid-20th Century English Modern Dome Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Garnet, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Sputnik Aqua Blue Ziron Amethyst Tourmaline Citrine Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
Sputnik Aqua Blue Ziron Amethyst Tourmaline Citrine Rose Gold Cocktail Ring

Sputnik Aqua Blue Ziron Amethyst Tourmaline Citrine Rose Gold Cocktail Ring

Located in Stamford, CT

Sputnik 1960s style dome cocktail ring with multi-color natural Aqua, Blue Zircon, Amethyst, Tourmaline and Citrine gemstones all securely tube set in 18k rose gold setting. 1 rou...

Category

Mid-20th Century Dome Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Tourmaline, Zircon, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, ...

Vintage Yellow Gold Bezel Multi Colors Gemstones Sputnik Domed Cocktail Ring
Vintage Yellow Gold Bezel Multi Colors Gemstones Sputnik Domed Cocktail Ring

Vintage Yellow Gold Bezel Multi Colors Gemstones Sputnik Domed Cocktail Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

--Stone(s):-- Numerous Natural Genuine Multi Colors Gemstones - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - Red, Orange, Blue, Purple & Green Colors Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight...

Category

20th Century Dome Rings

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Solid 18k Yellow Gold Round Bezel Garnet Sputnik Domed Cocktail Ring
Vintage Solid 18k Yellow Gold Round Bezel Garnet Sputnik Domed Cocktail Ring

Vintage Solid 18k Yellow Gold Round Bezel Garnet Sputnik Domed Cocktail Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

--Stone(s):-- (19) Natural Genuine Garnets - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - Red Color - 2.8mm to 3.4mm (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 3.80 Grams Ring Size: 4.0...

Category

20th Century Dome Rings

Materials

Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Multi Shapes Bezel Emerald Domed Bombe Sputnik Statement Ring
18k Yellow Gold Multi Shapes Bezel Emerald Domed Bombe Sputnik Statement Ring

18k Yellow Gold Multi Shapes Bezel Emerald Domed Bombe Sputnik Statement Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

--Stone(s):-- (20) Natural Genuine Emeralds - Multi Shapes Cut - Bezel Set - Nice Green Color Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 6.31 Grams Ring Size: 6.0 (Fitted on a finger....

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Yellow Gold

1960's Vintage 1.25 Carats Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Sputnik Bauble Ring
1960's Vintage 1.25 Carats Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Sputnik Bauble Ring

1960's Vintage 1.25 Carats Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Sputnik Bauble Ring

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Ring is designed as textured round form with gold beading and round brilliant cut diamonds throughout. Weighing approximately 1.25 carat total and G/H in color with VS clarity - mino...

Category

Vintage 1960s Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Pal Kepenyes Brutalist Sputnik Nickel Silver Ring
Pal Kepenyes Brutalist Sputnik Nickel Silver Ring

Pal Kepenyes Brutalist Sputnik Nickel Silver Ring

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H 1.19 in W 1.19 in D 1.19 in

Pal Kepenyes Brutalist Sputnik Nickel Silver Ring

By Pal Kepenyes

Located in Mexico City, MX

A Brutalist nickel silver ring by Hungarian-born Mexican artist Pal Kepenyes.

Category

Vintage 1980s Mexican Brutalist Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Nickel

1960’s Sputnik Gold Diamond and Gemstone Ring
1960’s Sputnik Gold Diamond and Gemstone Ring

1960’s Sputnik Gold Diamond and Gemstone Ring

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Stamped 14K on interior of shank. Present Ring Size 7.5. Total Item Weight: 13.40 grams. The first satellite - Sputnik - was launched in 1957 and became very popular in American jewe...

Category

Mid-20th Century Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Sputnik Style Ring in 18 Karat Gold Semi Precious Stone Bracelet and Earrings
Sputnik Style Ring in 18 Karat Gold Semi Precious Stone Bracelet and Earrings

Sputnik Style Ring in 18 Karat Gold Semi Precious Stone Bracelet and Earrings

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stern Sputnik earring in superb condition. A vintage Sputnik style ring in 18 karat rose gold.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Link Bracelets

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Multi-gemstone, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Go...

18k Yellow Gold Mini Size Sputnik Set of Pair of Earrings, Pendant and Ring
18k Yellow Gold Mini Size Sputnik Set of Pair of Earrings, Pendant and Ring

18k Yellow Gold Mini Size Sputnik Set of Pair of Earrings, Pendant and Ring

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is an 18K Yellow Gold and multi gems set of pair of earrings, pendant and ring ( mini size Sputnik Set ). The set of multi gems consist of Amethyst, Blue Topaz, Citrine, Garnet ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large and Rare French Modernist 45 Panel Sunburst Chandelier, Baccarat
Large and Rare French Modernist 45 Panel Sunburst Chandelier, Baccarat

Large and Rare French Modernist 45 Panel Sunburst Chandelier, Baccarat

By Baccarat

Located in New York City, NY

This doesn't show at all, as they are hidden under the central metal ring. Sputnik style The chandelier is sparkly, cleanly designed, light in feeling and elegant.

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Multigem Domed Gold Sputnik Ring
Multigem Domed Gold Sputnik Ring

Multigem Domed Gold Sputnik Ring

Located in Darnestown, MD

This domed "Sputnik" ring is an emblematic design of the 1950's.

Category

Vintage 1950s Modernist Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Modernist Multigem Gold Sputnik Ring
Modernist Multigem Gold Sputnik Ring

Modernist Multigem Gold Sputnik Ring

Located in Darnestown, MD

This style of multigem "Sputnik" ring was most popular in the 1950's. The half dome is covered with stones that include: citrine; garnet; amethyst.

Category

Vintage 1950s Modernist Dome Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, 18k Gold

Gold Sputnik Ring with Amethysts
Gold Sputnik Ring with Amethysts

Gold Sputnik Ring with Amethysts

Located in Darnestown, MD

This domed "Sputnik" ring is an emblematic design of the 1950's.

Category

Vintage 1950s Modernist Cluster Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold

18k Yellow Gold Multi Gemstone Studded Sputnik Ring
18k Yellow Gold Multi Gemstone Studded Sputnik Ring

18k Yellow Gold Multi Gemstone Studded Sputnik Ring

Located in Fairfield, CT

18k yellow gold ring. This cheerful and fun yellow gold sputnik ring is a circular dome profile and features a rainbow of round faceted gemstones displayed across the top, incuding: ...

Category

20th Century Unknown Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Alexandrite, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Tour...

Vintage Gold Multi Gemstone Sputnik Ring
Vintage Gold Multi Gemstone Sputnik Ring

Vintage Gold Multi Gemstone Sputnik Ring

Located in Stamford, CT

A space age 18Kt Sputnik design ring, taking brilliance from the sun and the moon, is set in four layers of color with a mix of tourmalines, white topaz, peridot and various colors o...

Category

Vintage 1960s Modern Dome Rings

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Sputnik Ring Gemstone Dome Small Orb Cocktail Jewelry Estate Fine
Vintage Sputnik Ring Gemstone Dome Small Orb Cocktail Jewelry Estate Fine

Vintage Sputnik Ring Gemstone Dome Small Orb Cocktail Jewelry Estate Fine

Located in Torrance, CA

Ornate sputnik domed gemstone cocktail ring (circa 1950s to 1960s) crafted in 18 karat yellow gold.

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k G...

H Stern Sputnik Ring Peridot Dome Vintage Cocktail Jewelry 18k Yellow Gold 5.5
H Stern Sputnik Ring Peridot Dome Vintage Cocktail Jewelry 18k Yellow Gold 5.5

H Stern Sputnik Ring Peridot Dome Vintage Cocktail Jewelry 18k Yellow Gold 5.5

Located in Torrance, CA

Ornate H Stern sputnik domed peridot cocktail ring (circa 1950s to 1960s), crafted in 18 karat yellow gold.

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold 'Sputnik' Ring by H Stern Set with Semi-Precious Stones
18 Karat Yellow Gold 'Sputnik' Ring by H Stern Set with Semi-Precious Stones

18 Karat Yellow Gold 'Sputnik' Ring by H Stern Set with Semi-Precious Stones

By H. Stern

Located in Brisbane City, QLD

This ring matches the pair of 'sputnik' H Stern ear clips we also have in our inventory and are a wonderfully colourful look.

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Topaz, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Contemporary Pair of Brass Sputnik Rings Murano Glass Lamps , Italy
Contemporary Pair of Brass Sputnik Rings Murano Glass Lamps , Italy

Contemporary Pair of Brass Sputnik Rings Murano Glass Lamps , Italy

Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR

Pair of table or bedside brass sputnik lamps with orange and white Murano glass rings.

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Pair of Brass Murano Glass Sputnik Ring Lamps, Italy
Contemporary Pair of Brass Murano Glass Sputnik Ring Lamps, Italy

Contemporary Pair of Brass Murano Glass Sputnik Ring Lamps, Italy

Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR

Pair of table or bedside brass lamps and Murano glass ring. Contemporary work from a small italian artisanal workshop. Demo shades non included. Measurements in description with d...

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

1950s 14 Karat Gold Diamond Atomic Modernist Ring
1950s 14 Karat Gold Diamond Atomic Modernist Ring

1950s 14 Karat Gold Diamond Atomic Modernist Ring

Located in Palm Springs, CA

14K gold and diamond atomic sputnik ring, circa 1950s. Ring is a finger size 5 and could be resized by a competent jeweler if need be.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Multi Stone Fifties Ring
Multi Stone Fifties Ring

Multi Stone Fifties Ring

By H. Stern

Located in Litchfield, CT

Later known as “Sputnik” rings due to their resemblance to Soviet satellites.

Category

Vintage 1950s Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Garnet, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Gemstone Sputnik Gold Dome Ring
Gemstone Sputnik Gold Dome Ring

Gemstone Sputnik Gold Dome Ring

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Looks wonderful worn with the larger on we are also offering. 18k gold with semi-precious stones. US size 6 1/4 (can be sized)

Category

20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Quartz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

SPUTNIK 1950 Netherlands Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Purple Amethysts
SPUTNIK 1950 Netherlands Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Purple Amethysts

SPUTNIK 1950 Netherlands Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Purple Amethysts

Located in Miami, FL

A Sputnik cocktail ring made in the Netherlands. This is a terrific and colorful Sputnik cocktail ring created in the Netherlands during the mid-century period, back in the 1960-1970.

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

H Stern Sputnik Gemstone Dome Large Vintage Cocktail Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold
H Stern Sputnik Gemstone Dome Large Vintage Cocktail Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold

H Stern Sputnik Gemstone Dome Large Vintage Cocktail Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold

Located in Torrance, CA

Ornate H Stern sputnik domed gemstone cocktail ring (circa 1950s to 1960s), crafted in 18 karat yellow gold.

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k G...

Vintage Ring Sputnik natural 7.5 ct Gems solid 18K Gold Ø 8.75 / 8.5gr
Vintage Ring Sputnik natural 7.5 ct Gems solid 18K Gold Ø 8.75 / 8.5gr

Vintage Ring Sputnik natural 7.5 ct Gems solid 18K Gold Ø 8.75 / 8.5gr

Located in SE

Retro cocktail Sputnik type ring of Fancy design, very unusually looking thing!

Category

Vintage 1970s Brazilian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, Aquamarine, Quartz, Tourmaline, 18k ...

Multigem Sputnik Bracelet
Multigem Sputnik Bracelet

Multigem Sputnik Bracelet

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W 0.63 in L 7 in

Multigem Sputnik Bracelet

Located in Darnestown, MD

Rarely does one find a Sputnik bracelet. Rings and brooches are much more often seen.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Retro Retro Bracelets

Materials

Citrine, Topaz, Other, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold

Sputnik Style Ring in 18 Karat Rose Gold Semi Precious Stone Earrings
Sputnik Style Ring in 18 Karat Rose Gold Semi Precious Stone Earrings

Sputnik Style Ring in 18 Karat Rose Gold Semi Precious Stone Earrings

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A vintage Sputnik style ring in 18 karat rose gold. Featuring a plethora of gemstones including 19 stones Pink and Green tourmaline, Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Aquamarine, and more t...

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Materials

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Chanel Sputnik Ring
Chanel Sputnik Ring

Chanel Sputnik Ring

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Chanel sputnik type ring in matte finish gold and multi-colored glass stones.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Fashion Rings

Semi Precious Gemstone Multicolor Gold Sputnik Ring
Semi Precious Gemstone Multicolor Gold Sputnik Ring

Semi Precious Gemstone Multicolor Gold Sputnik Ring

Located in Lambertville, NJ

18k gold ring,featuring Sputnik design, set with multicolor semi precious gemstones - including garnet, citrine, amethyst, tourmaline, peridot, aquamarine.

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20th Century More Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Peridot, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Peridot Sputnik Ring, 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Made in England
Peridot Sputnik Ring, 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Made in England

Peridot Sputnik Ring, 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Made in England

Located in London, GB

Peridot cocktail ring in the Sputnik style made in England in the 1970’s.

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Vintage 1970s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

H Stern Sputnik Cocktail Ring Yellow Gold Amethyst Citrine Tourmaline Peridot
H Stern Sputnik Cocktail Ring Yellow Gold Amethyst Citrine Tourmaline Peridot

H Stern Sputnik Cocktail Ring Yellow Gold Amethyst Citrine Tourmaline Peridot

Located in London, GB

Designed in the mid 1950’s to showcase the multitude of Brazilian mined gemstones. These rings became known as "Sputnik" rings given their resemblance to the Soviet satellite.

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18...

Brass Sputnik Rings of Saturn Chandelier attributed to Stilnovo, circa 1955
Brass Sputnik Rings of Saturn Chandelier attributed to Stilnovo, circa 1955

Brass Sputnik Rings of Saturn Chandelier attributed to Stilnovo, circa 1955

By Stilnovo

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This rare, large scale, stylish and chic 18 light Sputnik chandelier with the three rings of Saturn are attributed to Stilnovo, circa 1955.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Retro 18k Multi Stone Sputnik Earrings
Retro 18k Multi Stone Sputnik Earrings

Retro 18k Multi Stone Sputnik Earrings

Located in Narberth, PA

A unique pair of "sputnik" ring from the Vintage (ca1950s) era! Crafted in 18k yellow gold, these earrings feature bezel set multi-colored stones.

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Vintage 1950s Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro 18k Multi Stone Sputnik Earrings
Retro 18k Multi Stone Sputnik Earrings

Retro 18k Multi Stone Sputnik Earrings

Located in Narberth, PA

A unique pair of "sputnik" ring from the Vintage (ca1950s) era! Crafted in 18k yellow gold, these earrings feature bezel set multi-colored stones.

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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sputnik Brooch/Ring in Amethyst and Diamonds
Sputnik Brooch/Ring in Amethyst and Diamonds

Sputnik Brooch/Ring in Amethyst and Diamonds

Located in Los Angeles, CA

If amethyst sputnick had an amethyst and diamond baby...and it was a ring,it would be this fabulous piece! Two pieces of jewelry for one! Don't you love that?
All 14k yellow g...

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American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst

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Located in Firenze, IT

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Located in Litchfield, CT

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Located in Lewisburg, PA

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Sputnik Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact sputnik ring you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and yellow gold, this item was constructed with great care. Making the right choice when shopping for a sputnik ring may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating a sputnik ring has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Huger are consistently popular. A sputnik ring can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 2 amethyst versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for a brilliant cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes emerald cut and mixed cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a sputnik ring, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Sputnik Ring?

On average, a sputnik ring at 1stDibs sells for $2,675, while they’re typically $203 on the low end and $26,400 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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