Legendary Spanish jewelry house Carrera y Carrera is based in Madrid but its sculptural and wholly distinctive pieces are known all over the world. Devotees of the company’s luxurious rings, necklaces, bracelets and other adornments have included royalty and a range of high-profile pop culture figures, and its artisans’ expertise in jewelry design spans a history of more than 130 years.
The origins of Carrera y Carrera can be traced to a small shop in 1885 founded by Madrid native Saturio Carrera. A student of lapidary — the practice of carving and shaping stones and minerals — Saturio established a modest jewelry business, and later, his son, José, who studied jewelry design in Paris, took up the family business and opened a new shop near the old center of Spain’s capital city. José passed the firm onto his nephews, and Carrera y Carrera garnered international acclaim when the Spanish royal family awarded them their first royal commission in 1960 to craft a bridal tiara to be presented to Doña Fabiola de Mora y Aragón on her wedding day. This tiara — the house’s most prestigious piece to date — raised Carrera y Carrera’s profile significantly.
During the 1970s, the luxury house first presented their designs at the epicenter of international jewelry, Baselworld. Carrera y Carrera became a household name for Americans of means thanks to a distribution partnership that landed its offerings in the Cellini boutique at New York City’s Waldorf Astoria. Celebrities such as Sofía Vergara, Jennifer Lopez and Madonna have all worn custom Carrera y Carrera jewels on the red carpet, and the brand’s work has been exhibited at the Armoury Chamber in the Kremlin. Each of the brand’s unique designs for watches and other jewelry — which frequently draw on animal forms, mythology and art — are still made by hand, just as its founder intended.
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Amanecer Green and White Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in München, DE
Celebrate timeless beauty with the Amanecer Ring from the Hechizo Collection, an extraordinary jewel crafted in luxurious 18KT yellow gold. Inspired by the magic of sunrise and fanta...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Floating Citrine Ring, 15.5 x 8mm Citrine, Size 6.5
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This elegant ladies' ring is crafted in solid 14 karat yellow gold and features a striking light citrine gemstone measuring approximately 15.5 mm x 8 mm. The elongated citrine is sho...
Citrine, Yellow Gold
Carrera y Carrera Yellow Gold and Gem set Hand Ring
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Carrera y Carrera 18k Yellow Gold Hand Ring, a signature of this Artist Jeweler, the hand measures approximate 1 inch in length has a light brushed finish, set with Diamon...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 15.30 carat citrine and emerald 18k yellow gold ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This bold vintage ring is a radiant celebration of color, scale, and confident 1970s design. At its center rests an extraordinary citrine weighing approximately 15.30 carats, glowing...
Citrine, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carrera y Carrera 18 Karat Yellow Gold Women's Profile, 0.32 Carat Diamond Ring
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in New York, NY
Carrera Y Carrera has built its its famous name on figurative designs, an obsession with surface finishes, and a compelling way of seeing beauty in art and nature. This 18 karat yell...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Ring with Large 9.53ct Smoky Quartz
Located in Big Bend, WI
18K yellow gold vintage ring with the original large smoky/champagne quartz stone. The quartz is a large emerald cut measuring about 15.5mm x 12mm with light golden tan color. The mo...
Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Luxury Nature-Inspired Diamond and Emerald Ring
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in München, DE
Inspired by the beauty and vitality of the natural world, this exceptional ring from the Vida Collection embodies elegance, harmony, and refined craftsmanship. Expertly crafted in lu...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Large Green Quartz and 14 Karat Gold Ring
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A vintage chunky 14 karat gold ring created with a green quartz stone. The gold has a lovely scalloped border with a fantasy engraved design. The quartz is just magnificent, it is ve...
Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Brutalist Yellow Gold Emerald European Cut Diamond Fingermate Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (6) Natural Genuine Emerald - Pear Shape - Prong Set - Very Nice Green Color - Natural Inclusions - 2.0ctw (approx.) (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - Pro...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
10 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Lemon Quartz Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 10K yellow gold Dimensions: ring top measures 18.30mm Ring Size: 7.25 (complimentary sizing available) Weight: 6.88 grams
Quartz, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Bulgari Peridot and Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Bulgari
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage Bulgari peridot and diamond ring set in 18k yellow gold.
The ring features a vibrant fancy-cut peridot to the centre, accented by two lines of round brilli...
Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Bulgari Parentesi Green Quartz and Diamond Ring
By Bulgari
Located in London, England
A striking Bulgari Parentesi green quartz and diamond cocktail ring set in 18k rose gold.
The ring is predominantly set with a beautiful rose-cut mint coloured green quartz...
Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1980s C de Cartier Pear Diamond Ring in Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage Cartier C de Cartier diamond ring set in 18k yellow gold, circa 1980-1990.
The ring is composed of an elegant openwork design, set with pear-shaped and rou...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Panthère de Cartier Double Headed Panther Ring, Size 54
By Cartier
Located in London, England
A striking vintage Panthère de Cartier double-headed panther ring set in 18k yellow gold.
The ring is designed as two opposing panther heads wrapping around the finger, s...
Garnet, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Boucheron White Shell Ring in Yellow Gold
By Boucheron
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage Boucheron white shell ring set in 18k yellow gold. The ring is prong-set with a pear-shaped white shell connected to a yellow gold band with twisted rope detaili...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Panthère de Cartier Double Panther Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, England
A striking vintage Panthère de Cartier double panther ring set in 18k yellow gold.
The ring is designed as two panther motifs wrapping gracefully around the finger. ...
Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
