Sicis Jewels 18K White Gold MicroMosaic Cocktail Ring with White & Black Diamond
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18kt White Gold Snake Ring with 2.04ct Black & 1.75ct White Diamonds & Ruby Eyes
By Orologio / Joël Glecer
Located in Antwerp, BE
Magnificent 18kt White Gold Snake Ring with 2.04ct Black & 1.75ct White Diamonds & Ruby Eyes Material: 18kt white gold Diamonds: 1.75ct white brilliant cut diamonds and 2.04ct bla...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,174Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Black White Diamond White 14k Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring (Same Rung with Cognac Diamonds Available) Diamond 143-RND-1,93-G/VS1A Size 7 Weight 4,88 grams It is our honor to create fine jewelry, and it’s for that rea...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Looking Carved Emerald Ring with Black and White Diamonds
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Get the feeling of being royals with this Antique looking Carved emerald ring with black and white diamonds in silver and gold on shank.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
Black Onyx Rectangle Diamond Ring 14K White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k White Gold Gemstone: Onyx Diamond Count: 1 brilliant cut Total Diamond Carat Weight: ~0.01 carats Diamond Color: H-I Diamond Clarity: I1 Rin...
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Black and White Diamond Round Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer 18 Karat White Gold Brilliant Cut White and Black Diamond wide band Ring is all handmade in a unique design.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Wh...
$1,948Sale Price|20% Off
Fashion Every Day Black Diamond White Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 14K (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 5-RND57-0,05ct H/VS2A Diamond 48-RND57-0,11ct Size US 6 Weight 2 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry tra...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, White Gold
Horse Stallion Pony Diamond Pave & Ruby 18K Rose White Gold Black Diamond Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.00x2.80x3.10cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "84 Brown Diamonds 0.86 CT 36 Black Diamonds 0.35 CT 2 Ruby 0.10 CT 18KR 9.00 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & G...
Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Sicis Jewels Black Gold Cocktail Ring with White & Black Diamonds with Sapphires
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
White Gold 750‰ 25,12 g White Diamonds 1,00 ct Black Diamonds 2,09 ct Sapphire 0,72 ct Available also in other colors. For any questions please feel free to ask.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold
17.5mm South Sea Pearl Black & White Diamond 18k Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Accentuating the pearl are black rose-cut diamonds and round white diamonds, totaling 3.77 carats, adding a bold contrast to the design.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rhodium
$2,816Sale Price / item|20% Off
Black White Diamond Cocktail Band Ring Mom Gift in 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Black White Diamond Cocktail Band Ring Mom Gift in 18K Gold featuring natural diamonds of 2.82 carats.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Judith Ripka Large Oasis Ring with White Diamond & Black Jade
By Judith Ripka
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Judith Ripka Material: 18K Yellow Gold Collection: Oasis Ring Dimensions: Ring Size: 9.75 Width: 23.8mm x 28.7mm Band Width: 3.4mm Band thickness: 1.8mm Weight: 16.3gr Black...
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Black Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Black Enamel Diamond Designer Ring Band
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Material: 18K White Gold with Black Enamel Gemstones: Numerous brilliant round diamonds, totaling 1.1 carats Design: Bold modern designer band with black enamel detailing Ring Size: ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Blue Star Sapphire with Diamond and Black Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Blue Star Sapphire 13.68 carats with Diamond 1.86 carats and Black Diamond 0.40 carat Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 2. cm Length: 2.1 cm Ring Size: 55 "Since we ...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Star Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Contemporary 6.30 carat black and white diamond 18k white gold cocktail ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Graded F color and VS clarity, the white diamonds provide brilliant contrast against their black counterparts, creating a dynamic, high-contrast halo.
Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 kt. White Gold Ring With 27.25 ct. Amethyst, 11.33ct Black & White Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous 18 kt. White Gold Ring With 27.25 ct. Amethyst and Black and White Diamonds together 11.33 ct.
Amethyst, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,680Sale Price|20% Off
18k White Gold Black & White Diamond Geometric Wide Ying Yang Platter Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (65) Natural White Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - G/H Color - 1.50ctw (approx.) (55) Natural Black Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Black Color - 1...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
De Grisogono Pink Sapphire Black White Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring
By de GRISOGONO
Located in New York City, NY
Fine pink sapphire, black and white diamond ring set in 18k white gold, by De Grisogono.
Diamond, Black Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,854Sale Price|20% Off
Fashion Every Day Black Diamond White Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 14K (Matching Earrings Available ) Diamond 53-RND57-0,17ct H/VS2A Size US 6 Weight 2,08 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, White Gold
0.8 Carat Black and White Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold, Size 7
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 0.8 Carat Black and White Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold Size 7 18 K gold 10.4 Grams, Stamped 750 for 18 K gold This is a Engagement band from our premium wedding...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
French White Gold Ring with Peridots and Black Diamonds
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
Whether worn as a statement piece or as a symbol of a special occasion, this French White Gold Ring with Peridots and Black Diamonds is a testament to refined taste and timeless style.
Black Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, White Gold
Beautiful Black Yellow White Diamond White Gold 18k Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
RING 18K TT BD 0.86 Cts/12 Pcs Diamond 0.11 Cts/32 Pcs Marquise Cut 0.08 Cts/1 Pcs Yellow Diamond 0.09 Cts/1 Pcs
Diamond, White Gold
$18,750Sale Price|25% Off
Zorab Creation Black and White Diamond Sweet Venom Cocktail Ring
By Zorab Creation
Located in San Diego, CA
While most snakes carry a deadly bite, the Sweet Venom ring, a Zorab Creation, was designed to deliver a much more seductive lure. 3.30 carats of black diamonds blend with 4.07 cara...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold, Palladium
Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Black and White Diamond Wide Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer 18 Karat White Gold Brilliant Cut White and Black Diamond wide band Ring is all handmade in a unique design.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium
Cabochon Aquamarine with Diamond and Black Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Aquamarine 22.04 carats with Diamond 0.19 carat and Black Diamond 0.35 carat Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 1.6 cm Length: 1.6 cm Ring Size: 55 Total Wei...
Aquamarine, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Aquamarine, Black Diamond and Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Aquamarine 11.67 carats, Black Diamond 0.72 carat and Diamond 0.36 carats Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 2.1 cm Length: 1.3 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weig...
Aquamarine, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Black Enamel Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Stylish Black Enamel & DIamond set Swirl ring. Hearkens to an earlier era with an update.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$3,617Sale Price|20% Off
Timeless White Diamond White Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 7-RND-0,32-G/VS1A Diamond 56-RND-0,22-G/VS1A Weight 2,73 grams Size US 6.5 It is our honor to create fine jewelry, and it’s...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, White Gold
$2,967Sale Price|20% Off
Timeless White Diamond White Gold Ring For Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring Diamond 44-RND-0,37-G/VS1A Diamond 12-RND-0,21-G/VS1A Weight 3.12 grams Size US 6.5 It is our honor to create fine jewelry, and it’s for that reason that we choo...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, White Gold
Made in Italy 18K White Gold White Black Diamond Two-Finger Empowerment Ring
By Beatrice Barzaghi Milano
Located in Milan, IT
Made in Italy 18K White Gold White Black Diamond Two-Finger Empowerment Ring.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.70ctw Black Diamond Ring 14k White Gold Size 6 Engagement
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Diamonds - Total Carats - 2.70ctw (2.50ct center, 0.20ctw Accents) Cut - Round Brilliant Color - Black Treatment - Color Treated Metal: 14k White Gol...
Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Black and White Pearl Diamond Ring Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The black and white pearl and diamond ring features a playful design with two pearls of 12/11.5mm diameter each.
White Diamond, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, W...
TJD 2.0 Carat White & Treated Black Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Wide Band Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful multi row wide band ring features shimmering brilliant cut diamonds and treated black diamond in prong setting. crafted in 14 karat white gold.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
TJD 2.0 Carat White & Treated Black Diamond 14Karat White Gold Two Row Band Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful band ring features shimmering brilliant cut diamonds and treated black diamond in prong setting.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
CHANEL Ultra Ring, 18K White Gold & Black Ceramic, 0.22ct Diamonds
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
CHANEL Ultra ring in 18k white gold, black ceramic, and diamonds.
Diamond, White Gold
TJD 2.0 Carat White & Treated Black Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Wide Band Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful multi row wide band ring features shimmering baguette, brilliant cut diamonds and treated black diamond in prong & channel setting.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Black and White Diamond Two-Tone Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
The gorgeous band features brilliant cut white diamonds total weight of 0.78 Carat, and black diamonds total weight of 1.10 Carat which are set in Black Rhodium prong giving the ring...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, Bro...
CHANEL Ultra Ring, 18K White Gold & Black Ceramic, 0.22ct Diamonds
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
CHANEL Ultra ring in 18k white gold, black ceramic, and diamonds.
Diamond, White Gold
de GRISOGONO 11.27ct Black Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18k White Gold
By de GRISOGONO
Located in New York, NY
A chic cocktail ring set with round black diamonds, weighing a total of approximately 11.27 carats, crafted in 18k white gold.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Garland Collection Gold and Diamond Encrusted Signet Ring, White Diamonds
By Garland Collection
Located in New York, NY
Modeled after our small Signature pinky ring, each diamond signet is set with dazzling black or white diamonds in 14k yellow, rose or white gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold
Multi-Color Sapphire with Black Diamond and Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Multi-Color Sapphire total 9.97 carats with Black Diamond 0.75 carat and Diamond 0.38 carat Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 2.3 cm Length: 3.6 cm Ring Size: 55 Tot...
Black Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tourmaline, Black Diamond and Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Tourmaline 8.55 carats, Black Diamond 1.0 carat and Diamond 0.70 carat Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 2.1 cm Length: 1.5 cm Ring Size: 54 Total Weight: 12.07 gra...
Black Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
Alex Jona Black Diamond and White Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Open Ring Band
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 Karat yellow gold double open ring band, set with two pear cut diamonds weighing 0.63 carats. The shoulder is set with white di...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alex Jona White Diamond Black Rhodium 18 Karat White Gold Band Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, brushed 18 karat black rhodium gold ring band, set with 9 white diamonds weighting 0.08 carats.
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium
$1,212Sale Price / item|20% Off
Art Deco Style Black White Diamond Square Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Style Black White Diamond Square Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural diamonds of 0.65 carats.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Black Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Style: 18k White Gold Pearl Diamond Ring Material: 18k white gold Gemstone Details: Black Pearl at center Ring Size: 5.5 Ring Measurements: 0.78″ x 0.60″ x 1.30″ Total Weight: 6.2g (...
Pearl, Black Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Black and White Diamond White 18K Gold Exclusive Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 18K Ring Diamond 86-0,27 ct Jcz/VS2 Diamond 38-0,43 ct Size 7,2 US Weight 6,24 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva ...
Diamond, White Gold
18 Karat Gold Eternity, Transformation Memory Ring with black and white Diamonds
Located in Berlin, DE
Elegant and very fashionable 18k White Gold Eternity, Transformation, memory ring with black and white diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Wide Black Diamond White Gold 18K Ring For Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 18K Diamond 18- 0,17 ct Weight 3,22 grams Size 6,5 US With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewellery brand, ...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold
$3,709Sale Price|20% Off
Chic Black Cognac Diamond White 14k Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 41-RND-0,35-G/VS1A Diamond 41-RND-0,4-G/VS1A Diamond 52-RND-0,51-G/VS1A Weight 4,67 grams Size US 7,5 It is our honor to ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Ruby with Diamond and Black Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.60 carats with Diamond 0.25 carat and Black Diamond 0.10 carat Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 1.5 cm Length: 1.7 cm Ring Size: 50 Total Weight: 7.87 grams...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Black & White Diamond Cocktail Ring Size 6 #22389
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18K White Gold Black and White Diamond Cocktail Ring Size 6 JAGi Certified- Make a bold statement with this eye-catching 18K white gold ring, featuring a square face set with 180 ro...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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
$12,400Sale Price|20% Off
Huge 18K White Gold Dome Ring with apprx. 17cts of Black & White Diamond Stripes
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This huge, high quality 18K white gold, dome ring is set with rows of alternating white and black modern brilliant cut diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.38 Carat Black White Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
3.38 Carat Black White Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring Stunning Black, White, Champagne Diamond Engagement Ring The Cushion/Oval Cut Black Diamond is 2.51 Carats and i...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,113Sale Price / item|20% Off
Delicate White Gold White Diamond Black Enamel Flower Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 1-RND 57-0,04-4/5 Size 16.5 Weight 1.66 gram With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Giovanni Ferraris Colorless Black Diamonds Italian 18K White Gold Bombé Ring
By Giovanni Ferraris
Located in Lisbon, PT
Giovanni Ferraris, Bombé Cocktail Ring, contemporary, 18K white gold, pavé-set with colorless and black diamonds, Italy.
Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Roman Malakov 2.07 Carat Total Black & White Diamond Concave Fashion Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A fashionable concave fashion ring, featuring round black diamonds weighing 1.56 carats total, set on a micropavé design.
Diamond, Black Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Domed Cocktail Ring White Enamel Black Diamond Star J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: 14k gold-plated brass with enhanced gold plating, hand-applied white enamel Gemstones: Black diamond and natural white diamonds Color: Gold, white, black Design: Large dom...
Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
0.48 Carat Cushion Cut Emerald with Black and White Diamonds 14k White Gold Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
A unique ring with art deco inspirations. ✔ Gold Karat: 14K ✔ Emerald Weight: 0.48 carats ✔ Emerald Origin: Colombia ✔ Emerald Cut: Emerald ✔ Black Diamonds: 8 round-cut, black d...
White Diamond, Emerald, Black Diamond, 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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