With his exquisite contemporary and Byzantine-style pieces featuring details so fine that a magnifying glass is required to see them, it’s not surprising Alex Soldier is one of the most innovative jewelry designers of the 21st century.
Born Alexander Soldatov in the Russian city of Perm, nestled in the Ural Mountains, Soldier exhibited a childhood talent for woodcraft, painting miniatures and creating sculptures. However, he regarded his artistic interests as nothing more than a hobby and obtained a master’s degree in computer engineering.
Although he was working as a computer engineer, Soldier’s wife Galina recognized his innate talent for jewelry design and encouraged him to consider a career as a jeweler. In 1981, Galina’s persistence paid off, and Soldier left computer engineering to work as an intern at the most prominent jewelry manufacturing company in the Ural region. His aptitude for artisanal workmanship earned him a promotion as the company’s chief designer in less than a year.
Soldier’s jewelry designs won numerous awards at trade shows throughout Eastern Europe, and his works soon caught the attention of a U.S.-based jewelry manufacturer. In 1991, Soldier moved with his family to the United States, where he worked briefly for the company before striking out on his own.
Soldier is widely known for his masterful metalwork. With his passion for precision and alluring form, he uses a microscope to design his jewelry — he handcrafts fine details and textures with stainless steel instruments on such pieces as drop earrings, cocktail rings and pendant necklaces made with 18-karat gold, platinum and precious gemstones. Today, in the firm’s New York City workshop, the designer and his small staff create elegant pieces such as the gemstone-encrusted Snail ring and the Sunflower series, which is inspired by Vincent Van Gogh’s paintings.
Soldier’s fine jewelry craftsmanship has earned international accolades. He won the Platinum Passion Award in 1998 from Platinum Guild International and a Spectrum honor from the American Gem Trade Association in 2002. Since 2009, he has created the prize statuette for the Princess Grace Award and the Prince Rainier III Award. Celebrities such as Scarlett Johansson, Gwyneth Paltrow and Elizabeth Hurley have worn Alex Soldier jewelry over the years.
On 1stDibs, find a range of Alex Soldier earrings, rings and necklaces.
Gold Coronaria Pendant with Tourmalines and Diamonds in 18k Gold by Alex Soldier
By Alex Soldier
Located in Geneve, CH
Gold Coronaria Pendant with Tourmalines and Diamonds in 18k Gold by Alex Soldier. Dimensions: Flower diameter: 6.4 cm. Materials: 18k White Gold with Signature Hand-Textured Finish, ...
Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Gold, Citrine & Colored Sapphires Foraminifera Brooch by Capucine H
Located in Geneve, CH
Foraminifera Brooch by Capucine H Dimensions: Unique size Materials: 18k recycled gold, recycled chromated silver, citrine 9.7 carats, sapphires The Foraminifera brooch is inspired ...
Citrine, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
18k Gold Quartz Tourmaline Diamond Brooch, 78° North Design by Capucine H
Located in Geneve, CH
78 Degrees North Brooch by Capucine H Dimensions: Unique size Materials: 18k recycled gold, recycled silver, quartz with tourmaline needles, spinel, sapphires, tourmaline, diamonds. ...
Citrine, Sapphire, Diamond, Quartz, Spinel, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, ...
Gold Starfish Brooch with Diamond, Ruby & Sapphire in 18k Gold by Alex Soldier
By Alex Soldier
Located in Geneve, CH
Gold Starfish Brooch with Diamond, Ruby & Sapphire in 18k Gold by Alex Soldier. Dimensions: Starfish dimensions: W 5.6 x D 5.9 x H 1.4 cm. Materials: 18k White, Yellow, or Rose Gold with Signature Hand-Etched Textured Finish, White Diamonds, Black Diamonds, Yellow Sapphires, and subtle Ruby accents. Handmade with love in New York City, this singular creation exemplifies innovation, craftsmanship, and timeless luxury. One of a kind. Turning jewelry into art is a defining hallmark of Alex Soldier’s fine jewelry. Celebrated for transforming precious metals and gemstones into expressive, wearable masterpieces, Soldier’s work spans vibrant abstract compositions and representational designs that capture the delicacy of a single, fleeting gesture. Each creation conveys exceptional clarity, depth, and meaning, achieved through innovative metal-surface techniques that transcend traditional craftsmanship. The one-of-a-kind Diamond Starfish is an extraordinary composition of the finest white and black diamonds accented by yellow sapphires, meticulously set in Alex Soldier’s signature etched 18 karat white and yellow gold. Composed of 111 individual components, this exceptional piece represents a supreme integration of symbolism, design excellence, and technical mastery that is true wearable art. Featuring Alex Soldier’s proprietary interchangeable jewelry...
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, ...
Brown Shield 18k Gold Cognac Diamond Sculptural Talisman Ring By Capucine H
Located in Geneve, CH
Shield Autumn Gemstones Ring by Capucine H Dimensions: Made to size Materials: 18k recycled gold, champagne and cognac diamonds, zircons, garnets This ring was designed as an extens...
Diamond, Garnet, Zircon, Gold, 18k Gold
Gold Astra Ring with Diamonds in Blackened 18k White Gold by Alex Soldier
By Alex Soldier
Located in Geneve, CH
Gold Astra Ring with Diamonds in Blackened 18k White Gold by Alex Soldier. Dimensions: Flower diameter: 5.5 cm. Ring Size: Available in US sizes 5.5 to 9. Please contact us to specif...
Black Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
1950s French Orange Garnet Cabochon 18 Karat Yellow Gold Flower Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. In the form of a flower, the centre is set with an oval orange garnet cabochon. The closure is a double pin. Height: 7.3 cm, wi...
Garnet, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Flower brooch with coral and brillaint cut diamonds up to 1.00ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold brooch in the shape of a flower set with coral and brilliant-cut diamonds up to 1.00ct – F/G – VS/SI detailed description: the dimensions of the brooch are 4.6 cm l...
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
Flower Brooch with Natural Ruby and Diamond Center Brushed 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This charming brooch showcases a vivid floral motif brought to life in 18 karat yellow gold. At its heart sits a round cut natural ruby with a rich, strong red hue, surrounded by bri...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
CARL BUCHERER- brooch with garnet and single cut diamonds 18k gold
By Carl F. Bucherer
Located in The Hague, ZH
18 kt bicolor gold brooch set with garnet and single cut diamonds tot. 0.03 ct - F/G - VS/SI - dim. 4.3 cm x 3.0 cm, by CARL BUCHERER detailed description: the size of the brooch...
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold
Vintage 18K Two Tone Gold Pin Brooch with 1.6 Carat Old European H SI Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Video: Video Link Detailed Description: Embrace timeless elegance with this vintage pin brooch, crafted in luxurious 18 karat two-tone gold. Adorned with 64 old European cut diamonds...
Diamond, 18k Gold
1980's Large Yellow and Golden Orange Sapphire Gold Flower Pin
Located in Miami, FL
Big and bold in design! This 18k yellow gold Flower pin features 28.60 carats of round brilliant-cut genuine yellow Sapphire in different shades of color from yellow to orange. It...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold
