$1,840Sale Price|20% Off
Set in 18K Gold, Tanzanite, Mother of Pearl, Black Onyx & Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Tanzanite, Mother of Pearl & Black Onyx Cocktail Ring set in 18K Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
$1,598Sale Price|20% Off
Giovanni Chilleri 18k Yellow Gold Inlaid Coral & Black Onyx w/ Diamond Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (2) Natural Genuine Black Onyx - Custom Cut - Inlaid Set - Black Color (2) Natural Genuine Coral- Custom Cut - Inlaid Set - Orange Color (11) Natural Genuine Diamonds -...
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$18,560Sale Price|20% Off
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Black Enamel, Pearl and Diamond Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
"David Webb pearl and diamond statement ring. Crafted in platinum, yellow and white gold. The pearl is cultured, diamonds are of a circular-cut approx. 0.50cttw. SIGNATURE: Webb SIZ...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Striking Cabochon Black Quartz and Diamond Dome Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Striking Cabochon Black Quartz and Diamond Dome Ring in 18K White Gold An impressive statement ring featuring a luminous domed cabochon black quartz of approximately 20 carats, acce...
Diamond, Quartz, White Gold
7.58 Carat Zircon Diamond Pink Sapphire 18k Gold Black Rhodium Cluster Ring
By Brenda Smith
Located in Woodstock, GA
7.58 Carat Zircon Diamond Pink Sapphire 18k Gold Black Rhodium Cluster Ring, In Stock.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Blue Zircon, Zircon, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Gold
18K Gold 3.33ct Colombia minor Emerald Diamond Ring, AGL
Located in New York, NY
Centered on a 3.33-carat Colombian emerald of vivid green, this refined ring reflects classic mid-century design, flanked by tapered diamonds in balanced symmetry. Certified by AGL w...
Black Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
$1,960Sale Price|20% Off
18k Gold Faceted Rock Crystal Black Mother of Pearl Ring W/ 1.20ctw Diamonds
Located in Montclair, NJ
This gorgeous cocktail ring was crafted from solid 18k yellow gold. The ring features a large rock crystal stone that sits on a black mother of pearl disk giving it a great look & a ...
Diamond, Rock Crystal, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Black Onyx & Diamond Dome Ring in 14K and 18K Yellow Gold, Tiered Design
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A tiered, stepped shoulder rises on each side of the band before leveling into a wide bezel, the raised construction giving the ring real height and presence on the hand rather than ...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold David Yurman Black Diamond Beveled Band Ring Size 11.5
By David Yurman
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 2000s Item Details: Ring Size: 11.5 (Sizable) Metal Type: 18k White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 13.0 grams Diamond Details: Pavé-set black diamonds, 0.72 total carat ...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Turquoise Black Diamond Meghna Jewels Marquise Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18K Gold and sterling silver. This beautiful marquise ring is hand set in 7.54 carats turquoise and .71 carats of black diamonds.
Black Diamond, Turquoise, Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
David Webb Pearl Ring with Diamonds in 18k YG, Platinum and Black Enamel
By David Webb
Located in Naples, FL
David Webb Pearl And Diamond Dome Shaped Ring. This Ring Features A 16MM Pearl And Round Diamonds in Platinum, 18K Yellow Gold And Black Enamel.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Nugget Shaped Black & White Pave Diamond Ring Made In 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:11.66g,D:3.056ct,
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Black Rhodium Gold, Black Diamond Nail Knuckle Ring
Located in Santa Monica, CA
18K Black Rhodium Gold, Black Diamond Nail Knuckle Ring .42 cts.
Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rhodium
Black Opal Diamond White Gold Ring
Located in New York City, NY
Chic black opal, diamond and 18K white gold dome ring.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
18K White Gold Black and White Diamond Infinity Band - Size 6.5
Located in New York, NY
Ring size: 6.5 Markings: "750" Metal: 18K White Gold Weight; 5.47 grams White Diamonds: 0.33 carats Black Diamonds: 0.57 carats
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$29,120Sale Price|20% Off
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Fleur De Lis Black Enamel Diamond Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
A statement cocktail ring made in 18K Yellow Gold with Fleur de Lis Motif ring by David Webb.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
DE GRISOGONO 18k white gold RUBY & DIAMOND Ring 6.5
By de GRISOGONO
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic De Grisogono marquise Burmese ruby snake-motif ring crafted in 18K white gold, rising from a sculptural, serpent-like pavé hoop set entirely with black diamonds.
Black Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian 18k Gold, Black Enamel & Old Cut Diamond Mourning Ring, C 1884
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This extraordinary piece is a Mourning (Memorial) Ring, dating back to late Victorian period - circa 1884 yet it's in beautiful condition Of English provenance, it's meticulously ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Black Pearl Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Geneva, CH
Ring in 18kt white gold set with 2 black moter-of pearls 2.78 cts, 78 diamonds 0.72 cts and 232 pink sapphires 2.84 cts Size 54
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Black Pave Diamond Cocktail Dome Ring Made In 18k Yellow Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:5g,D:5.86ct,SI:17.21g Size: 31X17MM
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
18k White Gold Round Brilliant Pave Set Black Diamond High Domed Bombe Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k White Gold Weight: 13.36 Grams Ring Size: 5.5 (Fitted on a finger.
Black Diamond, White Gold
Black Stellated Star Diamond Gold Ring
By John Brevard
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This one-of-a-kind ruthenium-plated, 18K white gold stellated star ring is an embodiment of monumental power and strength. This piece was designed to evoke personal power and protect...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
15.5mm Tahitian Pearl Diamond 18K Gold Flower Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking tahitian pearl, measuring 15.5mm, is the centerpiece of this contemporary ring. The pearl's deep and lustrous color draws immediate attention. Encircling the pearl are rou...
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, Rhodium
1.72 Carat Diamond and Silver Grey Tahitian Pearl Diamonds 18k Gold Ring
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
A Silver gray Tahitian pearl and white diamonds ring from FERRUCCI Entirely made in 18k white gold, Size 6.75 Diamond total carat weight of 1.72 carat weight Silver Gray Tahitian P...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Cartier Panthere Diamond Tsavorite Black Lacquer 18K White Gold Ring Size 54 EU
By Cartier
Located in Tysons, VA
Overall, it presents and wears beautifully. Details: Material: 18K White Gold (Au750) Stones: Diamonds and Tsavorite Garnets Accent: Black Lacquer Collection: Panthere Size: EU 54 ...
Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gothic engagement ring Black diamond engagement ring 18KT white gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Gothic engagement ring in 18KT white gold, an interesting combination of natural top of the line diamonds at VS clarity and F color and a center a natural black diamond of premium qu...
Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Old Mine Cushion Diamond Solitaire Ring in 18K Yellow Gold & Black Rhodium
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning 20.66 ct. old mine white diamond cushion cut. Handmade in 18k yellow gold and black rhodium.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Rhodium
Black Diamond Pavé Ring with 0.65 carat White Diamond Center
By BOON
Located in Hong Kong, HK
It is a true heirloom-worthy accessory destined to be cherished for generations, a testament to the wearer's impeccable style and refined taste. Gold 18K White Gold 6.99g White Dia...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Classic Wide Cognac Black White Diamond 18K White Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
RIng 18K White Gold Diamond 46-RD-0,36 ct Diamond 40--0,84 ct Diamond 42--0,79 ct SIze US 7,5 Weight 9,51 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKIN...
Diamond, White Diamond, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,640Sale Price / item|20% Off
1.01 Carat Black and White Diamond Spinner Ring Crafted in 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
1.01 Carat Black and White Diamond Spinner Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural diamonds of 1.01 carats.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antonini Vulcano Champagne Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold and Black Rhodium
By Antonini
Located in Naples, FL
Antonini Vulcano Diamond Fashion Ring With 4 Rows Of Champagne Diamonds Set In Black Rhodium And 18K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Rhodium
GIA Trillion Cut Diamond Snake Ring in 18K Yellow Gold & Black Rhodium
Located in Los Angeles, CA
K SI2 trillion with 1.10 ct. white diamond rounds. Handmade in 18k yellow gold and black rhodium.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Rhodium
Estate SOHO Italian 18K Diamond Black Enamel Yin Yang Paisley Cocktail Ring Sz 7
By SOHO
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A well done ring by maker SOHO of Italy crafted in 18K white gold and finished with flawless black enamel.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Maggioro 18k White Gold 16.57 Carat Black and White Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Maggioro
Located in Southampton, PA
This delightful display ushers in visions of summer with a divine blend of white and black diamonds. 4.69ct white diamonds are given sharp contrast against sprinklings of 11.88ct bla...
White Diamond, White Gold
Ladybug Bug Pink Ruby Black Diamond Pave & Green Gem 18K Rose Gold Insect Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This intricate ring is crafted in 18k rose gold. It features vibrant pink rubies totaling 2.0 carats, accented by 0.54 carats of black diamonds.
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Black White Diamond Flower Ring 18 Karat White Gold Natural Diamonds
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Diamond Gold Flower Ring Natural Black and White Diamonds Approx weight 7.60 grams 18k White Gold and Black Rhodium Approx size 25mm wide/diameter (1' inch) Finger size 6 Natural Bla...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rossella Ugolini 18k Yellow Gold 1 Carat Emeralds 1.20 C Black Diamonds Man Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini 18K Yellow Gold 0,55 Carat Emeralds 0.59 carat Black Diamonds Band Man Ring Size 10.
Black Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
5.61ct Tourmaline & 2.75 ctw Diamond ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Antwerp, BE
Captivating 18K white gold ring featuring a 5.61 ct red tourmaline set against a bold 2.75 ctw paving of black and white diamonds.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
New Alex Sepkus 3.94 Carat Black Opal 18k Gold Ring
By Alex Sepkus
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
From noted New York City jewelry designer Alex Sepkus, this bespoke black opal ring is truly a work of art. The 4 carat opal displaying a fiery play of color exhibiting blue and gree...
Diamond, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.45 Carat SI/H Diamond Evil Eye Shaped Black Enamel Ring 18k Yellow Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
0.45 Carat SI/H Diamond Evil Eye Shaped Black Enamel Ring 18k Yellow Gold features marquise shape black enamel ring with marquise cut diamond set in center of it making a evil eye sh...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$1,200 / item
Black Diamond 18 Karat Gold Eternity Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This eternity ring has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold and set in shimmering round brilliant .97 carats of black diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to l...
Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
18k Yellow Gold GIA Black Opal Blue Green Play of Colors Pear Diamond Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Double Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Black Base / Nice Blue & Light Green Play of Colors - 3.36ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Belo...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cabochon Ruby with Black Sapphire and Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold Setting
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 9.16 carats with Black Sapphire 2.10 carats and Diamond 1.19 carats Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 2.0 cm Length: 2.2 cm Ring Size: 54 Total Weight: 14.7...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Mini Black Diamond Pave Ring
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Black diamonds 0.10 carat approx. Black diamond pave ring 5 mm diameter approx. Ring size US 6.5, can be sized upon request. Created in 18 karat yell...
Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
MOISEIKIN 18 Karat White Gold Ruby Black Diamond Ring
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Extending this narrative of strength and grace, this ring, crafted in 18K white gold, transforms the floral motif into a bolder, more contemporary expression. 0.7ct diamond-cut rubie...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
1992 Korloff Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold with Black Chinese Lacquer, France
By Korloff
Located in BILBAO, ES
- Brand: Korloff - Origin: France - Year: 1992 - Type: Ring - Metal: 18K Yellow Gold - Weight: 8.5 g - Stone: 1 Round Brilliant-Cut Diamond - Diamond Weight: 0.44 ct - Design: Blac...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
3.95 Carat Natural Black Diamond and Natural Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring
Located in Denver, CO
A natural black pear-shaped diamond measuring 3.95 carats centers this exquisite ring, surrounded by a halo of 67 round natural fancy yellow diamonds totaling 0.46 carats.
Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1992 Korloff Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold with Black Chinese Lacquer, France
By Korloff
Located in BILBAO, ES
- Brand: Korloff - Origin: France - Year: 1992 - Type: Ring - Metal: 18K Yellow Gold - Weight: 10.4 g - Stone: 1 Round Brilliant-Cut Diamond - Diamond Weight: 0.48 ct - Design: Bla...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Stylish Black Yellow White Diamond White Yellow Gold 18K Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
RING 18K TT BD 0.83 Cts/12 Pcs Diamond 0.12 Cts/32 Pcs OVL 0.13 Cts/1 Pcs Yellow Diamond 0.15 Cts/1 Pcs
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$3,920Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Black Diamond engagement ring 3ct Emerald Cut diamond ring 18KT white gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
What a beauty! So different! Emerald Cut black diamond ring in 18KT white gold, such a slick and modern ring with a character! Ring is size 7 and can be re-sized to any size. Natura...
Black Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Black Onyx Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Here we have a unique cocktail ring featuring three pieces of lustrous black onyx.
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Ruchi New York Black Diamond, Yellow Diamond and White Diamond Ring
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
"Safari Collection" Pear Shape Diamond Ring Black Diamond- 13.62 Cts White Diamond - 0.75 Cts Yellow Diamond - 0.20 Cts All Diamonds are G-H/SI
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
Beautiful Black Yellow White Diamond White Rose Gold 18k Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
RING 18K White Gold BD 0.75 Cts/12 Pcs Diamond 0.12 Cts/32 Pcs Marquise Cut 0.24 Cts/2 Pcs
Yellow Diamond, Rose Gold
Australian Semi-Black Opal Tsavorite Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Halo Diamond Australian Semi-Black Opal Tsavorite Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Opal, Tsavorite, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.30 ct Black Opal Cabochon Ring with Pear Diamond Accents in 18K White Gold
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
The opal is elegantly framed by two pear-shaped diamonds weighing a total of 0.38 carat, set on a refined 18K white gold mount.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, White Gold
Alex Jona Black Diamond Black Rodhium White Gold Eternity Band Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold eternity band ring, set with 52 black diamonds weighing in total 0.32 carats. Finished with black rodhium. Rin...
Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Lucea New York Coral & Black Diamond Ring
By Lucea New York
Located in New York, NY
Exclusive Collection This beautiful Coral surrounded by Black Diamond ring features a unique design that is both fashionable and simple.
Coral, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$9,600Sale Price|20% Off
Bvlgari B.Zero1 Diamond Black Ceramic and 18k Rose Gold Four-Band Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Crafted from luxurious 18k rose gold, this striking piece seamlessly combines the warmth of precious metal with the modern edge of black ceramic.
Diamond, Rose Gold
Black Onyx Pyramid Black Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
Pyramids collection the Black Onyx solitaire ring in 18k yellow gold, with Black brilliant cut diamonds for an approximate total weight of 0.30 carats, made in New York.
Onyx, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alex Jona Black Diamond Black Rodhium Yellow Gold Eternity Band Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat Yellow gold eternity band ring, set with 52 black diamonds weighing in total 0.32 carats. Ring size US. 6.2/ EU 12 / 52m...
Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
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 rings, vintage 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.
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