Black and White Diamond Dome Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18k White Gold Diamond Count: 20 white and 29 black Diamond Carat Weight: 0.40(white) + 0.58 (black) = 0.98 carats Diamond Color: G-H Diamond Clarity...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
White gold entourage ring with large diamonds and a black diamond
Located in AMSTELVEEN, NH
This exquisite white gold entourage ring boasts a stunning combination of large diamonds and a bold black diamond as its centerpiece.
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, White Gold
White Gold Entourage Ring with Large Diamonds and a Black Diamond
Located in AMSTELVEEN, NH
This exquisite ring combines the striking allure of a single black diamond with the classic elegance of white diamonds.
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Black and White Pearl Bypass 18K Cocktail Ring with Black and White Diamonds
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
It comes with an appraisal card, verifying its authenticity and current appraisal value. Metal: 18 Karat White Gold Gemstones: Black & White Diamond, Black & White Pearl Diamond Cu...
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14k White Gold Black & White Round Diamond Pavé Swirl Cocktail Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Striking and sophisticated, this 14K white gold ring showcases a stunning array of round-cut white and black diamonds.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
10K White Gold Pave Black Diamond Leaf Heart Ring
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Key Features & Specs: Material: 10K White Gold Diamonds: Brilliant round white and black diamonds (1mm each) Total Diamond Weight: 1 carat Diamond Quality: H color, SI1 clarity Ring ...
Diamond, Black Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold
14k White Gold Black White Diamond Interlocking Ring #13887
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold Black and White Diamond Ring Size 7.25 JAGi Certified- This sparkling ring features 30 round black diamonds and 36 round white brilliant cut diamonds set in beau...
White Diamond, White Gold
18k White Gold Cocktail Ring with Black and White Diamonds, 0.80ct
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold ring set with black and white brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.80ct - ring size US 7.5 - EU 18 (56) detailed description: the top of the ring is 1.2 cm wide ring size...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
8.72 Carat Black Diamond Quartz and Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
8.72 Carat Black Diamond and Black Rutilated Quartz White Gold Cocktail Ring An 8.11 Carat Pear Cut Black Rutilated Quartz sits in the center of the ring and is surrounded by 45 B...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Quartz, 14k Gold, White Gold
Aquamarine, White Sapphire, Black Diamond, Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Aquamarine 12.08 carats, White Sapphire 1.58 carats, Black Diamond 0.63 carat and Diamond 0.53 carat Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 1.3 cm Length: 1.3 c...
Aquamarine, Black Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond and Black Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond 1.03 carats and Black Diamond 0.27 carat Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 2.3 cm Length: 1.3 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 13.56 grams "We first opened doors i...
Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,596Sale Price|20% Off
18K White Gold Six-Row Black and White Diamond Crossover Ring
Located in Bloomington, MN
18K White Gold Six-Row Black and White Diamond Crossover Ring This striking six-row crossover ring is crafted in 18K white gold and set with round diamonds in a bold mix of near-col...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold 4.92ctw Black & White Diamond Large Flower Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Total Carat Weight: 4.92 (approx.) Material: Solid 18k White Gold Weight: 17.03 Grams Ring Size: 9.0 (Fitted on a finger.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, White Gold
14K White Gold Black Diamond Eternity Wedding Band Ring
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Specifications Metal: 14K White Gold Gemstones: 31 Round Brilliant White Diamonds White Diamond Total Weight: 0.56 carats Black Diamonds: 60 Round Brilliant Black Diamonds Black Diam...
Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.39ct Black & White Diamond Flower Ring in 14k White Gold
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The flower design has 7 Black Round Cut Diamonds that weigh 0.19 carats and the floating halo has 14 Round Cut Diamonds that weigh 0.20 carats.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Black, White, & Yellow Diamond Crossover Ring
Located in Webster, NY
Black, white, and yellow diamond crossover ring crafted in 14k yellow gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Turquoise, Brown Diamond, Black Diamond and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Turquoise, Brown Diamond 0.49 carat, Black Diamond 1.30 carats and Diamond 0.08 carat Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 2.2 cm Length: 1.6 cm Ring Size: 53 Total We...
Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Black and White Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Snake Ring
Located in Napoli, Campania
Amazing snake ring in 14 kt white gold structure studded with white and black diamonds on all the body and the tail.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Italian White Gold Ring with Black and White Natural Diamonds
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The combination of black and white diamonds adds a dramatic yet refined aesthetic, making the ring a captivating centerpiece that draws the eye from every angle.
Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Black and White Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 18 Karat White Gold Black and White Diamond Ring Size 6.75- This sparkling ring features white and black round brilliant cut diamonds set in beautifully detailed 14K white g...
White Diamond, White Gold
$1,760Sale Price|20% Off
Eternity Ring 18kt Gold Black & White Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Eternity Ring 18kt White Gold with 14 White Diamonds 0.49 carats & 14 Black Diamonds 0.58 carats.
White Diamond, Gold
Impressive Black White Diamond White Gold 18K Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
RING 18K White Gold BD 0.68 Cts/12 Pcs Diamond 0.11 Cts/32 Pcs HT 0.37 Cts/2 Pcs
Black Diamond, White Gold
Artisan Black & White Diamond Cocktail Ring In 18K White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
This bold cocktail ring by Artisan showcases an ornate floral cluster of pavé-set black and white diamonds totaling 2.05ct, all crafted in 13.100g of 18K white gold for a US size 7.
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold
Alex Jona Black & White Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Signet Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold diamond pavé signet ring set with 3.30 carats of black diamonds and 0.25 carats of white diamonds G color, VVS...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Two Tone Gold White and Black Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
Two Tone Gold White and Black Diamond Cluster Ring Description: A bold cluster ring designed in 18 karat yellow gold, set with a striking arrangement of black and white diamonds.
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$2,858Sale Price|20% Off
Original Black Diamond Elegant White Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White 14K Gold Ring (Same Model Blue Sapphire Ring Available) Diamond 34-RND57-0,12-4/6A Diamond 26-RND57-0,62 Weight 5,57 grams Size 7.5 US It is our honor to create fine jewel...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, White Gold
$3,496Sale Price / item|20% Off
18 Karat White Gold Black White Diamond Unisex Band Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Black White Diamond Unisex Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple.
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1.83ctw Black White Diamond Ring 14k White Gold Size 7 Engagement
Located in McLeansville, NC
. - Natural Diamonds - Total Carats - 0.51ctw Cut - Round Brilliant & Baguette Color - H - J & G - H Clarity - SI1 - I1 & SI1 - I1 Metal: 14k White Gold Weight: 6.1 Grams Stamps: ...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Roberto Demeglio White & Black Diamond 18k White Gold Stretch Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Jewelry Connoisseurs will add this piece as a special must-have in their collection thanks to 12.23 carats of white and black round brilliant cut diamonds. They ensure a captivating ...
Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sterling Silver Black & White Diamond Cluster Halo Statement Ring
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Product Details Metal: Sterling Silver Metal Weight: 5.75 g Gemstones: Black & White Diamonds Total Diamond Weight: 1.91ct Design: Black Diamond Cluster Center, White Diamond Halo St...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Large Black Diamond Ring 18 Karat Gold Black and White natural Diamonds
Located in Brooklyn, NY
New 18k designer Ring Large Wing Style Approx weight 12.0 grams Approx size 35 x 20 mm Finger size 7 Natural Black and White Diamonds approx 1.25 carat GH-SI Gift Box & Appraisal (#o...
Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
14 Karat White Gold White and Black Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Black and White Diamond Ring Size 7- This elegant ring features one round black diamond (6 mm) approx. .75cts accented with 35 round brilliant cut diamon...
Diamond, White Gold
18 White Gold Ring With 1.17ct White and 2.30ct Black Diamonds
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 White Gold Ring With 1.17ct White and 2.30ct Black Diamonds Diamonds: Brilliant cut diamonds, White diamonds 1.17ct & black diamonds 2.30ct Material: 18kt white gold Ring size:...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.70ct Natural Black and White Diamond 14k Solid White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Splendid 2.70 Carats Natural Black & White Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Ring Suggested Replacement Value: $5,000.00 Stamped: (14K) Natural Black Round Center Diamond Weight is App...
Diamond, Black Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Cushion Cut Black & White Diamond Engagement Ring in 14K White Gold
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cushion Cut Black & White Diamond Engagement Ring in 14K White Gold Stunning Cushion Cut Black and White Diamond Engagement Ring Description as follows: Cushion Cut Diamond = 1.86 ...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Black and White Diamond on Gold Ring
Located in Geneva, CH
136 White Diamonds 1.92 carats and 138 Black Diamonds 3.90 carats on white gold Ring.
White Diamond, Gold
Rare Black Diamond engagement ring 3ct Emerald Cut diamond ring 18KT white gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
So different! Emerald Cut black diamond ring in 18KT white gold, such a slick and modern ring with a character!
Black Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold 0.80 Carat White and Black Diamond Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat White Gold 0.80 Carat White and Black Diamond Ring This ring offers a beautiful combination of brilliance and craftsmanship as you will be astonished to witness this beaut...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Alex Jona Black Diamond and White Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat rose gold ring, set with 0.97 carats of white diamonds and 1.82 carats of black diamonds.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
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
Pretty Black White Diamond White Gold 18k Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
RING 18K White Gold BD 0.53 Cts/14 Pcs PE 0.50 Cts/6 Pcs
Black Diamond, White Gold
3.00ct Fancy Yellow Black and White Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is an amazing 18k yellow gold ring. The ring is set with sparkling round cut fancy yellow, black and white diamonds that weigh approximately 3.00ct.
Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold
Domed Cocktail Ring White Enamel Black Diamond Star
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: 14k gold plated brass with thicker gold plating and hand applied white enamel Gemstone: Black diamond, white diamonds Color: Gold, white Design: Large domed cocktail ri...
Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Black and White Diamond Cocktail Ring, 1.65 Carats, Vermeil
Located in Nantucket, MA
Set in sterling silver with an 18K gold vermeil band. Black diamonds total 1.05 carats, white diamonds total .60 carats.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Marquise Black Diamond and Round Black Diamond Wedding Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Specifications: 7 Round Brilliant Cut Natural Black Diamonds: Carat total weight 0.25 7 Marquise Cut Natural Black Diamonds: Carat total weight 0.53 Metal: 18K White Gold Ring width:...
Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Black Pearl Ring with Diamonds
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K White Gold Black Pearl Ring with Diamonds 1 Black Pearl (12-13mm) 8 Fancy Diamonds - 1.310CT 131 Diamonds - 1.310CT 18K White Gold - 5.170GM This exquisite ring features a capt...
Diamond, Black Pearl, White Gold
Fortune Triad Jewelry Ring in White Gold with White & Black Diamonds
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in London, GB
Fortune Collection Triad Transforming Ring in 18ct White Gold with White & Black Diamonds Explore the transformative Triad ring in white gold with white and black diamonds.
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Band Ring with Black Diamonds and White Diamonds made in 18K Gold
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A simple yet elegant ring with black diamonds to add a unique style to your everyday look.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold
9ct White Gold Diamond & Black Onyx Dress Ring
Located in London, GB
A striking dress ring crafted in solid 9ct white gold, featuring elegant black onyx gemstones accented with sparkling natural diamonds.
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18k White Gold Black & White Diamond Pavé Swirl Wave Statement Cocktail Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The design features 1.55 carats of round-cut black diamonds, their deep black color creating a bold contrast against the white gold.
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Mattioli Puzzle Diamonds Ring in 18k White Gold and Black Diamonds
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Ring in 18k white gold and 0,21 ct. white diamonds Mini Puzzle ring in white gold and black diamonds pavé PRODUCTION TIME 5-6 WEEKS The creation of Mattioli jewelry is fully managed...
Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Alex Jona White & Black Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Band Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold band ring, set with 37 round cut white diamonds and black diamonds for total carats 0.84.
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$3,403Sale Price / item|20% Off
Italian Ruby Black Diamond White Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 36-RND 57-0,25-4/6 Ruby 5-Oval-1,37 ct Ruby 2-RND-0,08 (4)/3 Weight 3.19 gram Size 6.8 With a heritage of ancient fine Sw...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$3,334Sale Price|20% Off
Classical Black White Diamond White Gold 18K Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 14 K (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 34-RND57-0,12-4/4A Diamond 26-RND57-0,62-3/4A Size 7.5 USA Weight 5,57 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewe...
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold
14k White Gold 0.50ctw White Black Diamonds Concentric Oval Platter Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (24) Natural White Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Nice White Color (27) Natural Black Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Black Color Total Carat We...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k 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
$4,288Sale Price|20% Off
Classical Black Diamond White Gold 18K Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 14 K (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 143-RND57-2,05 ct Size 6.5 USA Weight 4,57 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a...
Diamond, Black Diamond, White Gold
0.13 Carat Black Diamond Love White Gold Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
This ring contains 0.13 Carats of Single Cut Round Black Diamonds set in 14K White Gold.
Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Stylish Ring White Gold White & Black Diamonds Pearls Hand Decorated Nanomosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
White Gold 750‰ White Diamonds 1,93 ct Black Diamonds 2,50 ct Australian Pearl This ring may be adjusted in any size on request.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Band Ring with Black Diamonds and White Diamonds made in 18K Gold
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A simple yet elegant ring with black diamonds to add a unique style to your everyday look.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k 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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