Black Diamond and Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Black Diamond 4.55 carats and Diamond 1.24 carats Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 2.5 cm Length: 2.4 cm Ring Size: 50 Total Weight: 14.93 grams "We first opened d...
Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Black Onyx & Diamond White Gold Swirl Ring
Located in New York, NY
18kt White Gold Swirl ring set in Black Onyx & full cut clean & white Diamonds.
Diamond, Onyx, White Gold, 18k Gold
White & Black Diamond Gold Dome Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A stylish and fun dome-shaped ring featuring 4.33 carats of black and white diamonds.
Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
$4,764Sale Price|20% Off
Every Day Black White Diamond White 14k Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 14 K (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 20-0,31 ct Diamond 15-0,18 ct Diamond 122-0,36 ct Weight 7,24 grams Size US 6 With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss je...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Handcraft Black Diamond 18 Karat White and Yellow Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Ideal for someone who appreciates bold elegance, this piece is perfect for special occasions or as a standout addition to any fine jewelry collection. Black diamond weight 3.68 kara...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Rutilated Quartz Ring 18Kt White Gold with Diamonds Black Diamonds Hidden Angel
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Ring, in 18Kt white gold , set with Diamonds and a Rare Rutilated Quartz. under the central stone their is a hidden angel made from black diamonds.
Diamond, Black Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, White Gold
Full Whisper Black Diamond 18K White Gold Ring
By Barbara Harris Water Jewels
Located in London, GB
Th Full Whisper fine Black Diamond Ring is an 18K White Gold full eternity-style ring set with 59 Black Diamond stones by Barbara Harris Water Jewels.
Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold Oval Black and White Diamond Yin Yang Statement Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
Achieve perfect harmony with this Black and White Diamond Yin Yang Statement Ring.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$4,479Sale Price|20% Off
Classical Black White Diamond Gold Band Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 14 K (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 19-RND57-0,25-4/4A Diamond 104-RND57-1,62-7/5A Size 7 USA Weight 5,86 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelr...
Diamond, Black Diamond, White Gold
1.16cttw White and Black Diamond Ladies Cocktail Ring 14k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This stunning ring is crafted in 14k white gold. It features ribbon shaped shank flanked with round brilliant cut white and black diamonds studded halfway through the band weighing 1...
Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,811Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Black White Diamond White 14k Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 20-RND-0,31-G/VS1A Diamond 15-RND-0,18-G/VS1A Diamond 122-RND-0,36-G/VS1A Size 6 Weight 7,24 grams It is our honor to ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Stunning 18K White Gold Halo Ring with 0.8ct Black & White Diamonds
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This stunning, designer-made ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a gemstone set ...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Dome Cocktail Ring with 7.40ctw Black & White Diamonds
Located in Palm Desert, CA
The top of the ring is beautifully adorned with rows of semi-circular patterns set with sparkling round black and white pavé-set diamonds, creating a striking contrast and brilliant ...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,576Sale Price|30% Off
Black Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Lucerne, CH
Pear shaped cocktail ring, pavé set with brilliant cut black diamonds, total weight 3.68 carats.
Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14KT Retro Black and White Diamond and Coral Ring
Located in Lynchburg, VA
Brace for hurricane season with this 'eye of the storm' inspired coral and diamond ring! This organic design is part of our estate collection and is set in 14-karat yellow gold with ...
Coral, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Captivating 2.37ct Black and White Diamond Rhombus Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Condition: Pre-owned Metal: 18K White Gold Main stone: 58 stones Natural Diamonds Main stone carat weight: 0.87ct Shape: Round brilliant Color grade: H-I Clarity grade: VS-SI Sid...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Kt Gold Ring Diamonds Pears F.Intense Yellow & White, Black & Cognac Diamonds
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 kt Gold Ring Diamonds Pears Yellow & White, Black & Cognac Diamonds Exclusive and 1 of a kind ,made in our atelier in Antwerp with our logo inside.
White Diamond, Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
HARRY WINSTON Yellow and White Diamond, Black and White Pearl Ring
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional and highly imaginative HARRY WINSTON ring, masterfully crafted in 18K two-tone gold and designed as a striking crossover motif featuring contrasting black and white pe...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yello...
Black diamond cocktail ring 14KT white gold large dome ring heart ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Valentines cocktail ring that will go with any outfit, black diamonds and white diamonds in a beautiful heart design in 14KT white gold.
Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.13 Carat Black Diamond Love Black Finish 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 with Black Rhodium.
Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium
1.77ctw Black White Diamond Halo Ring 14k White Gold Size 8.25 Engagement
Located in McLeansville, NC
. - Natural Diamonds - Total Carats - 0.25ctw Cut - Round Brilliant Color - G - I Clarity - VS2 - SI1 Metal: 14k White Gold Weight: 4.3 Grams Stamps: 14k Face Height: 11 mm Rise ...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
18 K White Gold Cocktail Ring Black White Diamond Smoky Quartz
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
This stunning cocktail ring features a claw set single fancy cut Smoky Quartz center gemstone in a breathtaking 18k white gold setting accented with 96 black Diamonds weighing approx...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond White and Black Gold Dome Ring
Located in Napoli, Campania
Shiny ring in 18kt white and black gold embellished with diamonds. gold 16.64gr diamonds 0.80kt tot weight 16.9gr RF G GAOCA RK.AARUI125 For any enquires, please contact the se...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Starfish Ring Moonstones Black Diamonds
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
18 K white Gold Starfish Ring featuring 16 Moonstone Cabochons weighing 5.13 ct, framed by 134 black Diamonds with a tortal weight of 1.51 ct.
Black Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, White Gold
Alex Jona Black Diamond Heart White Diamond 18 Karat Gold Halo Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat rose gold halo ring set with rose cut heart black diamond weighing 1.65 carats, enhanced by 0.13 carats of white diamonds...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k White Gold approx. 6.99ctw Black Diamond Square Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18k White Gold approx. 6.99ctw Black Diamond Square Ring This stunning Black Diamond Square Ring is in excellent condition and is ready to ship!
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Pavé White & Black Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Wide Band Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
At the center, a distinctive square motif is set with 16 black diamonds, creating a dramatic focal point and modern contrast against the bright white diamonds.
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Two Tone Black and White Diamond Abstract Ring
Located in New York, NY
Ring size: 7.25 Markings: "T864" "750" Metal: 18K White and Rose Gold Weight: 11.6 grams White Diamonds: 0.53 carats Black Diamonds: 3.63 carats
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
18kt White Gold Ring, 9ct Black and White Diamonds and 25ct Amethyst
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful White golden ring set with black and white diamonds and a big amethyst Amethyst: 23.2 x 22.4 mm, 25 carat Diamond: White brilliant cut diamonds ( together ca. 2 carat )...
Amethyst, White Diamond, Black Diamond, White Gold
Black Diamond with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Black Diamond 2.72 carats with Diamond 0.10 carat Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 1.7 cm Length: 1.5 cm Ring Size: 57 Total Weight: 5.46 grams Black Diamond Width...
Black Diamond, White Gold
Gold Ring with Rotatable White Gold Band and Black & White Diamonds
Located in Berlin, BE
A stunning 18k yellow gold ring featuring a movable white gold memory band adorned with seven black brilliant-cut diamonds and 14 white brilliant-cut diamonds of exceptional quality.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamrusa White Gold Ring with Rubellite, Black Diamonds and Baguette Diamonds
By Diamrusa
Located in BILBAO, ES
- Brand: Diamrusa - Year: 2009 - Metal: 18K White Gold - Gold Weight: 19.6 grams - Gemstones : - 1 Oval-Cut Rubellite — 5.13 ct - 60 Baguette-Cut Diamonds — 3.12 ct total...
Diamond, Rubelite, 18k Gold, 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.
Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Bow Tie Ring with Natural Black and White Diamonds
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K White Gold Bow Tie Ring with Natural Black and White Diamonds Discover the allure of Nurati Jewelry's 18K white gold bow-tie ring, adorned with 1.25 carats of natural black and ...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, White Gold
Mattioli Eve_r Ring in White Gold with White and Black Diamonds
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
New Mattioli Eve_r Collection Ring in white gold, white and black diamonds. White diamonds 0,13ct EVE_R COLLECTION The edgy and modern colors of turquoise, onyx and coral give life ...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, White Gold
Black Tahitian Pearl Diamond Ring 14K White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Specifications: Metal: 14K White Gold Tahititan Pearl Diameter: 11.9 mm Diamond Count: 2 Diamond Color: I-J Diamond Clarity: SI Diamond Carat Weight: 0.04 carats Total Weight:...
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Gold White and Black Diamonds Black Spinel Ring Aenea Jewellery
By AENEA Jewellery
Located in Salzburg, Salzburg
This beautiful ring from our FACETTE Collection with White Diamonds and Black Diamonds and Black Spinels is handcrafted in White Gold, Sterling Silver and Rhodium.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Spinel, White Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Roberto Coin Ring Black White Diamond Ring Rare Circle Motif 18 Karat White Gold
By Roberto Coin
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning and rare ring by Roberto Coin in a circle flower motif design with Black and White Diamonds in 18 Karat White Gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Wide Band Cluster Ring Black and White Diamonds Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 61 Black Diamonds = 0.65 Carats 26 White Diamonds = 0.13 Carats Metal: Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Rhodium, Silver, Silver Plate, St...
Modernist Black and White Diamond and Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful Black and White Diamond and Gold Ring in a modernist setting.
Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold
Rose Gold Amethyst, Black and White Diamond Cocktail Ring, 2006
Located in BILBAO, ES
- Year: 2006 - Metal: 18K Rose Gold - Gold Weight: 15.0 g - Center Stone: 1 Cushion-Cut Amethyst, approx. 14.81 carats - White Diamonds: 128 Round Brilliant-Cut Diamonds, approx. 1...
Amethyst, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Rose Gold
$7,850 / item
Black and White Diamond 14 Karat Gold Eternity Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
It is hand set in 2.08 carats black and white contrasting diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger or smaller upon request.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$8,130Sale Price|35% Off
Black Opal Ring Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring Valentine's Day gift
Located in Berlin, DE
18K white gold ring with natural Black Opal and White Icy Diamonds opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.28 х 0.35 in / 7 х 9 mm stone weight - 2.70 carats 14 diamonds 2.5-3....
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold Spike Black & White Round Upside Down Diamond Cocktail Bombé Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This modern 18K white gold dome ring showcases a bold design with 2.0 carats of round-cut black diamonds.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Wide Band Cluster Ring Black and White Diamonds Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 61 Black Diamonds = 0.65 Carats 26 White Diamonds = 0.13 Carats Metal: Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Rhodium, Silver, Silver Plate, St...
Simon G 18K White Gold 1.70 Carat Black and White Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Simon G Jewelry
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A dramatic black-and-white diamond statement ring by Simon G, crafted in 18K white gold.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tanzanite Slice Ring Surrounded by Black & White Diamonds
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"18kt gold:1g, Diamond:2.21ct, Silver:2.32gm, Tanzanite:14.43ct" Tanzanite Slice Ring with black and White Diamonds
Diamond, Tanzanite, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
$799Sale Price|20% Off
Wide Band Cluster Ring Black and White Diamonds Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 61 Black Diamonds = 0.65 Carats 26 White Diamonds = 0.13 Carats Metal: Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Rhodium, Silver, Silver Plate, St...
Diamonds Pave Set Round Cluster Black Diamonds Halo White Gold Three Stone Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
A striking ring from. This exquisite piece features a captivating design with a central round black & white diamonds weighing 1.0 carat.
Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Black White Diamonds Pave Set 14K White Gold Statement Cocktail Unique Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Elegant and Modern. Adorned with Intricate Black and White Diamonds. Crafted with Precision and Care. 14K White Gold 1.50 CTW Natural Diamonds
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,508Sale Price / item|20% Off
Statement Black White Diamond Wide Band Ring in 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Statement Black White Diamond Wide Band Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural diamonds of 1.58 carats.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Rhodium Silver White Black Diamonds Ring Aenea Jewellery
By AENEA Jewellery
Located in Salzburg, Salzburg
These beautifully handcrafted rings from our Facette Collection with White and Black Diamonds, are handcrafted in White Gold and Rhodium-plated Sterling Silver.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Spinel, White Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Diamonds Pave Set Round Cluster Black Diamond Halo 14K White Gold Statement Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
This elegant ring is crafted in 14K white gold. It features a central round diamond weighing approximately 0.33 carats, surrounded by a halo of black diamonds.
Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Bow-Tie Ring with Natural Black and White Diamonds
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K White Gold Bow-Tie Ring with Natural Black and White Diamonds Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite 18K white gold bow-tie ring, featuring a striking combination o...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 14K White Gold Diamond Black Opal Cabochon Ring
Located in Flushing, NY
14K White Gold Diamond Black Opal Cabochon Ring Approximate Dimensions: 5.25 (Ring Size) 21.65 mm x 18.66 mm x (Opal) Approx. 0.96 carats (Diamond) 13.6 grams in weights. ** All di...
White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
18 Kt Solid White Gold Knot Ring, 5.7 Ct. Black & White Diamonds
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 KT SOLID WHITE GOLD KNOT RING WHITE & BLACK DIAMONDS MATERIAL: 18kt white gold WEIGHT: 27,8 grams SEIZE: 56 1/2 EU 7 3/4 US ( can be resized for free) DIAMONDS: White Br 2....
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$799Sale Price|20% Off
Wide Band Cluster Ring Black and White Diamonds Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 61 Black Diamonds = 0.65 Carats 26 White Diamonds = 0.13 Carats Metal: Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Rhodium, Silver, Silver Plate, St...
French Lily Black Enamel Ring White Diamond Band Ring Pure
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French Lily Black Enamel Ring White Diamond, This Band Ring has the word PURE at the back Designer: J DAUPHIN The “Pure” Fleur de Lis Band is a symbolic piece by J DAUPHIN, drawing...
White Diamond, Diamond, Silver, 14k Gold, Enamel, Gold Plate
Modernist Black & White Diamonds Cocktail Ring in 18Kt Blackened Gold
Located in Miami, FL
The design is meticulously set with a combination of brilliant white diamonds and deep black diamonds, creating a sophisticated dance between shadow and shine.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Effy 14K White Gold Black & White Diamond Ring 8.3g Size 5.75 Designer
By Effy
Located in Addison, TX
Details: • Authentic Effy • Solid 14K White Gold • Natural Black & White Diamonds • Pavé Diamond Design • Black Diamond Center Accents • White Diamond Accent Stones • Designer...
Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White 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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