Diamond Black Onyx Art Deco Style Oval Shape 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This Art Deco style ring features onyx in a beautifully ornate yellow gold oval shape setting with a small bezel set diamond in the center. A fine piece jewelry you will cherish in y...
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dramatic Large and Impressive Circa 1930 Black Onyx Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Wheaton, IL
This is a remarkable black onyx diamond ring from the 1930s, crafted from 14kt yellow gold.
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Onyx and Diamond Ring of Platinum
Located in Lewisburg, PA
An Art Deco-era ring dating to 1925–1938, featuring an octagonal onyx plaque framed by a geometric border of diamonds and mounted in platinum.
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
$798Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Art Deco White Gold Black Onyx & Diamond Hand Engraved Platter Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old Mine Cut - Pave Set - White Color - 0.06ct (approx.) (1) Natural Genuine Onyx - Oval Cut - Bezel Set - Black Color - 15.6x11.5mm (approx.)
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Platinum Ring with Onyx and Diamond, Circa 1920, UK
Located in Firenze, IT
Material: platinum Period: circa 1920 Size: 7 Weight: 4,48 gr. The ring is a typical example of Art Déco jewelry. In this ring we find in the center a vertical row of five centere...
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Art Deco 950 Platinum Old Cut Diamond Carved Black Onyx Rectangle Cocktail Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is an Edwardian rectangular cocktail ring crafted in 950 platinum. The piece features old cut diamond and carved black onyx.
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Emerald Diamond & Black Onyx Art Deco Style Dome 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This Emerald, Diamond, and Onyx Art Deco-style dome ring is a bold and captivating statement piece.
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold Diamond Amethyst Onyx Band Ring
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
This stunning 14K white gold band ring is a true statement piece, featuring a vibrant natural oval amethyst at its center, framed by 24 brilliant round diamonds and custom-cut black ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold
$3,920Sale Price|20% Off
Set in 18K Gold, Tourmaline, Black Onyx, Pink Opals & Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Tourmaline, Black Onyx & Pink Opals set in 18K Yellow Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Onyx, Opal, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Vintage 5.22 Carat Black Onyx and 3.64 Carat Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive, large vintage 5.22 carat black onyx and 3.64 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold cocktail ring; part of our diverse vintage jewellery and estate jewel...
Diamond, Onyx, White Gold
Blue Teal Turquoise & Black Onyx Diamonds 14K Yellow Gold Statement Dome Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
A striking ring featuring a bold design with turquoise and black onyx inlays set in a polished gold band.
Diamond, Onyx, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Shape Cabochon Mandarin Black Onyx & White Diamond 18K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.20x2.00x3.10cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "108 White Diamonds 1.13 CT 1 MXMT 21.83 CT 18 Onyx 4.23 CT 18KR 10.73 GM (WOIT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone...
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 14K White Gold, Art Deco Style, Elongated Black Onyx Ring, Round Diamond
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Pre-owned vintage 14K white gold diamond shaped ring with a flat, elongated diamond shaped black onyx set at the top of the ring.
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond & Pearl and Black Onyx Flower Rose Antique Style Cocktail Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This wonderful Art Deco inspired ring is bold and sparkly with a great eye to detail. The ring features a large oval smooth onyx. The center is flower and leaves motif, set with a di...
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hexagon Shape Orange Citrine & Black Onyx Diamond Art Deco White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Unveil timeless elegance with our Citrine Onyx Diamond Art Deco Style Hexagon Ring. The captivating hexagonal design features a sunshine citrine, complemented by bold black onyx and ...
Citrine, Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold
Set in 18K Gold, natural Zambian Emerald, Black Onyx & Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Art Deco style, Emerald & Black Onyx Cocktail Engagement Ring set in 18K Yellow Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Encrusted Triple Row Ring With Onyx Shoulders in Yellow Gold
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This marvelous Late 20th Century cocktail ring, fashioned from 14k yellow gold, is comprised of three diamond encrusted bombe center sections flanked by black onyx bombe shoulders.
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,198Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Art Deco Yellow Gold Oval Black Onyx & Old Diamond Large Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - Pave Set - White Color - 0.04ct (approx.) (1) Natural Genuine Onyx - Oval Cut - Prong Set - Black Color - 25.2x18.1mm (app...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Ruby & Black Onyx Art Deco Style Marquise Shape White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Unleash bold elegance with this exquisite Art Deco-inspired marquise shape ring. A striking combination of radiant diamonds, vivid rubies, and sleek black onyx creates a mesmerizing ...
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 900 Platinum Black Onyx Rectangle Signet Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a vintage signet ring crafted in 900 platinum. Circa 1980. The piece features rectangle black onyx.
Onyx, Platinum
Vintage Ring Black Onyx Diamonds solid 18K Yellow Gold Ø US7.5 / 2gr
Located in SE
Vintage Unisex type Ring set with bezel set cabochon cut natural Black Onyx stone accented with old European cut Diamonds in Platinum clusters on solid 18K Yellow Gold band and crown...
Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$4,400Sale Price|20% Off
Set in 18K Yellow Gold, Zambian Emerald, Black Onyx & Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Art Deco style, Emerald & Black Onyx Engagement Ring set in 18K Yellow Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$248Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K Gold filled Signet ring with Black onyx and 0.03 Carat Natural Diamond
Located in Bangkholem , Bangkok Thailand
Elevate your style with our exquisite 18K Gold Filled Signet Ring, featuring a captivating Black Onyx and a dazzling 0.03 Carat Natural Diamond.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold-filled
Carrera Y Carrera 18KT Yellow Gold Bamboo Leaf Ring with Diamond & Onyx
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in New York, NY
The 18 karat yellow gold ring is designed with a black onyx center set in a shiny gold bezel.
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k White gold, Black and White Onyx and Diamonds Ring by Guy Laroche
By Guy Laroche
Located in Stockholm, SE
This onyx ring is adorned with a white onyx centre piece which is placed in a 18 karat white gold and eight brilliant cut diamonds (approx. 0,12 ctv) setting.
Diamond, Onyx, White Gold
$718Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 10k White Gold Rectangular Black Onyx w/ Diamond Open Work Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This outstanding vintage ring was crafted in solid 10k white gold and features a large, polished, rectangular cut black onyx stone adorned with 3 old cut diamonds neatly and individu...
Diamond, Onyx, 10k Gold, White Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Black Onyx and Diamond Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer Men's Ring in White Gold 18 Karat is all hand-made and features a stunning natural Black Onyx surrounded by a bezel of White Diamonds with a total weight of 0.35 ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,198Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 14k White Gold Lozenge Shape Black Onyx & Diamond Open Work Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old Transitional Cut - Pave Set - H Color - VS2 Clarity - 0.21ctw (approx.) (1) Natural Genuine Onyx - Custom Cut - Bezel Set - Black Color -...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,398Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 18K White Gold Round Cabochon Black Onyx Diamond Dual Halo Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This magnificent vintage cocktail ring is crafted in solid 18k white gold and features a large black onyx solitaire with very fine diamond accents throughout.
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Old European Diamond Black Onyx Heart Shield Ring Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a very special Edwardian, Art Deco Heart Shape Ring with Black Onyx, a central Old European Cut Diamond and a wonderful shield design in 10 Karat Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Blue Turquoise Black Onyx White Diamonds Pave Set 14K Yellow Gold Flower Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
The ring is accented by small round brilliant-cut diamonds set around the turquoise in a floral pattern with black onyx corners.
Diamond, Onyx, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chantecler Black Onyx Diamond Dome Shaped Ring 18k Yellow Gold 0.50cttw Size 6.5
By Chantecler
Located in New York, NY
This is an "Estate Jewelry" made of black onyx and diamond ring crafted in 18k yellow gold with radiant summer glow.
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,092Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Art Deco White Gold Black Onyx & Diamond Masonic Floral Filigree Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (1) Natural Genuine Onyx - Rectangular Cut - Prong Set - Black Color - 14.8x7.2mm (approx.) (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old Single Cut -Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Cartier Diamond Black Onyx 18k Yellow Gold Stack Band Ring Size 5 EU 49
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Cartier Style: Black Onyx & Diamond Band Ring Material: 18k yellow gold Hallmarks: Cartier 750 49 128363 Gemstones: Black onyx and diamonds Diamonds: Approximately 0.06 carats...
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 2.40 Carat Black Onyx and Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Signet Ring Circa 1945
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 2.40 carat black onyx and 0.10 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow gold signet ring; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Natural Type A Jade Old Mine Diamond Black Onyx Platinum Ring 1910
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a museum quality antique Art Deco GIA-certified Type A green jadeite jade ring of extraordinary beauty. The Art Deco Jade Ring is platinum with magnificent design create...
Jade, Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Set in 18K Rose Gold, Kunzite, Black Onyx & Diamonds Art Deco Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Art Deco style, Kunzite & Black Onyx Engagement Ring set in 18K Rose Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Kunzite, Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Set in 18K Gold, Ethiopian Opal, Black Onyx & Diamonds Art Deco Dome Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Art Deco style, Opal & Black Onyx Dome Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 18k Gold
Cocktail Ring with Carved Green Onyx in Center Surrounded by Pave Diamonds
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"18kt gold:4.07g, Diamond:2.44ct Onyx Black :9.95Cts" Silver:5.75g
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Round Black Onyx & Baguette White Topaz 14K Yellow Gold Double Row Diamond Ring
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K yellow gold double row fashion ring with one round black onyx weighing 0.59 carat, one baguette white topaz weighing 0.11 carat, and round faceted diamonds weighing 0.22 carat to...
Diamond, Onyx, Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond & Black Octagon Onyx Art Deco Style Halo Unique 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A stunning, fine and impressive Art Deco style diamond and onyx halo ring. A total of .28 carats of diamond are set in octagonal shaped onyx. A stunning piece to match with your ever...
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold
Sunita Nahata Black Onyx 15.17ct. Fancy Ring in 18K Rose Gold & White Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
They are perfect to wear when you need to add a little bit of vibrance to an outfit. Black onyx and diamond ring in 18K rose gold. Black Onyx: 15.17 carat cushion shaped cabochon ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
David Yurman Wheaton Black Onyx & Diamond Sterling Silver Ring
By David Yurman
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
David Yurman Wheaton Black Onyx & Diamond Sterling Silver Ring is a stunning piece that embodies elegance and modern sophistication.
Set in 18K Rose Gold, 5.90 carat Morganite, Black Onyx & Diamond Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Morganite & Black Onyx Engagement Ring set in 18K Rose Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Morganite, Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
David Yurman Lexington Barrel Black Onyx and Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Ring Size 7
By David Yurman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ring Size: 7 Metal: 18 Karat White Gold Ring Weight: 6.2 Grams of 18K White Gold Polish: Very Good Symmetry: Very Good Retail for $4,975.00 David Yurman black onyx and diamond Lexin...
Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Style 14 Kt Gold Diamonds Emeralds Black Onyx Pyramid Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique and classic handmade Art Deco Style cocktail ring with a Black Onyx Pyramid measuring 16x16 mm set in a 14 kt yellow gold mounting,including full cut diamonds and 2 small Emer...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold
Art Deco Style 14 Kt Gold Diamonds Emeralds Black Onyx Pyramid Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique and classic handmade Art Deco Style cocktail ring with a Black Onyx Pyramid measuring 16x16 mm set in a 14 kt yellow gold mounting,including full cut diamonds and 2 small Emer...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold
Lightning Ridge Black Opal, Diamond, Onyx, Mother of Pearl 14K Gold Ring Band
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Flanked by two brilliant-cut diamonds that add a touch of sparkle, and finished with inlays of black onyx and glowing mother-of-pearl on each shoulder.
Opal, Pearl, Onyx, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Gucci "Chiodo" 18k White Gold Black Onyx and Diamond Ring
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Featuring a sleek black onyx top framed by sculptural contours, it’s accented with pavé-set diamonds that add refined brilliance.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Green Emerald Black Onyx Diamond Art Deco Style Square Shape White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
White gold Art Deco style emerald, onyx, and diamond ring, centrally set with a round emerald with in an octagon shaped black onyx frame, surrounded by eight grain set diamonds total...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Onyx Checkerboard Ring, Circa 1975
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
The broad, gently tapering ring is designed as a checkerboard of polished black onyx and brilliant-cut diamonds arranged within a meticulously proportioned grid.
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Platinum
Diamond & Black Onyx Art Deco Style Triple Shank Halo 14K Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
The cushion shape onyx with plaque top with square shaped bezel set diamond, within round diamond border. The shank is split to give the appearance of three rows. 14K Yellow Gold. ...
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond and Onyx Vintage Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A striking vintage design in 18k yellow gold, featuring polished onyx plaques set against approximately 39 round brilliant-cut diamonds, totaling an estimated 2.25–2.50 carats. The i...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,480Sale Price|20% Off
Set in 18K Gold, 1.92 carat Zambia Emerald, Black Onyx & Diamond Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Art - deco style & unisex, Emerald & Black Onyx Engagement Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold
Art Deco Oval-Cut Black Onyx & Diamond Unisex Signet Ring – 18K Yellow Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
✨ Product Description: Bold, sophisticated, and effortlessly refined — this Art Deco Unisex Signet Ring combines the deep, mysterious allure of black onyx with the brilliance of natu...
Onyx, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage Mens Black Onyx Diamond Inlay Oval Signet Ring 9ct Yellow Gold V / 10.5
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A chunky 9ct yellow gold men’s onyx signet ring with a diamond inlay at the centre.
Diamond, Onyx, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Marquise Shape Blue Sapphire Black Onyx Diamond Halo Split Shank White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This simplicity of the black onyx together with sapphire and diamond works so well.
Diamond, Onyx, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Style Green Zambian Emerald & Diamond Black Onyx White Gold Shield Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This big, bold, and colorful Art Deco style ring highlights a gorgeous gleaming emerald center stone, framed in a sparkling octagonal halo of round brilliant-cut diamonds, all set of...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold
$4,088Sale Price / item|20% Off
Black Flower Statement Ring Elegant Black Onyx Diamond Yellow Gold
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Yellow Gold 14K Ring Weight 19,03 gram Size 17.5 Diamond 203-Round 57-0,67-4/7A Onyx 1-51,87 ct With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based j...
14k Gold
Set in 18K white Gold, Ethiopian Opal, Black Onyx & Diamonds Dome Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Art Deco style, Opal & Black Onyx Dome Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 18k 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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