GIA Certified 2.98 Carat Natural Black Opal & Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A GIA-certified cocktail ring showcasing a 2.98-carat oval-cut natural black opal.
Opal, Black Opal, Diamond, Platinum
Swiss Blue Topaz Ring With Black Diamonds 5.2 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Swiss Blue Topaz: 4.98 Carats Black Diamond: 0.22 Carats (Treatment: Irradiation) Metal: Sterling S...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Silver, Sterling Silver
.40ct Natural Black Diamonds & Bamboo Deco Bands Stacking Rings 14kt*
Located in New York, NY
(2) Bamboo Bands & (1) Black Diamond Eternity Band. .40ct. Natural round cut brilliant Black diamonds 14kt white & yellow gold. 2.9 Grams Overall Each ring: 1.6mm diamete...
Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Platinum, 18K Gold, Black Opal, & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique platinum, gold, opal & diamond ring. In platinum & 18 karat yellow gold.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum
14 Karat White Gold Black and White Diamond Block Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 14K white gold Diamond: 125 round brilliant cut = 0.68cttw Color: H Clarity: SI1 Diamond: 72 round brilliant cut = 0.72cttw Color: BLK Ring Size: 7 (please allow up to 2 ad...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White 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
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
10.60 Carat Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
It is complemented by 2.60 carats of baguette-cut diamonds set around the opal in a classic ballerina style adding brilliance and sparkle to the ring.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Black Enamel Diamond 14 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring has been meticulously crafted from 14-karat gold and set with .60 carats of sparkling diamonds. Available in Turquoise, Red, Orange, White. The ring is a size 7 and may b...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
Black Opal Halo Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Adorable Australian Black Opal Halo Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Ring 18k Gold with Natural Black Diamonds
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
We set this gem in a beautifully hand-engraved, 18k white gold ring with a custom-made 18k yellow gold bezel. Pave-set natural black diamonds surround the bezel around the sides of t...
Black Diamond, Turquoise, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby, Black Diamond and Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 4.86 carats, Black Diamond 1.58 carats and Diamond 0.30 carat Ring set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 2.1 cm Length: 1.3 cm Ring Size: 52 Total Weight: 7.54 grams Ruby Wi...
Black Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
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
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
Handcrafted 18k Gold 1.90c Brown & Black Diamond Snake Cocktail Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Details: Rossella Ugolini 18 Karat Burnished White Gold 1,90 Karat Brown & Black Diamonds Snake Cocktail Design Ring
Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
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
Swiss Blue Topaz Ring With Black Diamonds 3.94 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Swiss Blue Topaz: 3.64 Carats Black Diamond: 0.30 Carats Metal: Sterling Silver Ring Size: 7 US Cus...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Silver, Sterling Silver
18 Karat White Gold Black Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K white gold Diamond: 2 round brilliant cut = 0.30cttw Color: H Clarity: SI2 Weight: 7.96 grams Dimensions: ring top measures 11mm wide Size: 6.25 (comp...
Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Aquamarine Snake Ring 14k Gold Black Diamond Marquise Serpent Jewelry
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Snake Ring Aquamarine Serpent Black Diamond Gold Cocktail Designer: J DAUPHIN The Snake Ring, Gypsy Wisdom, is handcrafted in solid 14k gold, a serpent centring a marquise cut aqua...
Black Diamond, Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Gold
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
Platinum Black Opal & Diamond Bypass Ring - Oval Cabochon 1.52ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 Sizing Fee: Up 1 size for $80 or Down 1/2 a size for $40 Metal Content: Platinum Stone Information Natural Black Opal Carat(s): .86ct Cut: Oval Cabochon Stone Note: (Austr...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
1.95 Carat Faint Brown, White, and Black Diamonds Men's Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Contact us to customize this to your liking and size. This bold men’s ring features an approximately 1.5 carat faint brown diamond at the center with pavé set black and white diamon...
Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
3.39 Carat Black White Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring Wedding Band
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Black Diamond measures at approximately 9 mm x 7 mm and the face of the ring measures at approximately 13 mm x 13 mm.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Modern GIA Black Opal Diamond Platinum Halo Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This stunning Fiery blue Black Opal ring was inspired in a Diamond Halo and crafted in platinum.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Contemporary 0.45 Carat Black Diamonds Burnished Sterling Silver Design Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Contemporary 0.45 Karat Black Diamonds Burnished Sterling Silver Unisex Design Ring Here there is a beautiful ring handcrafted in burnished sterling silver and enriched with 0.45 ka...
Black Diamond, Sterling Silver
Contemporary 0.45 Carat Black Diamonds Burnished Sterling Silver Design Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Contemporary 0.45 Karat Black Diamonds Burnished Sterling Silver Unisex Design Ring Here there is a beautiful ring handcrafted in burnished sterling silver and enriched with 0.45 ka...
Black Diamond, Sterling Silver
$5,598Sale Price|20% Off
Platinum 3.33ctw GIA Colorful Australian Black Opal Diamond Cluster Spray Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Australian Opal - Oval Double Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Black Base / Nice Play of Colors - 1.73ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Co...
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
2.34 Carat Rose Cut Black and White Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
This stunning ring showcases a beautiful 2.34 carat rose cut pear shape black diamond with a white diamond halo set in 18 karat white gold.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold
Marquise Ruby, Black Diamond with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 2.32 carats, Black Diamond 2.07 carats with Diamond 0.36 carat Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 2.2 cm Length: 1.5 cm Ring Size: 54 "Since we first opened do...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium
Black and White Diamond Wide Band Ring 18k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18k White Gold Diamond Count: 65 white brilliant cut, 78 black diamonds Total Diamond Carat Weight: 0.399 carats white diamonds and 0.70 carats black =...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K White Black Gold Citrine Pave Diamond Ring Band
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
14K White & Black Gold Citrine & Diamond Ring Stunning 14K White & Black Gold Citrine & Diamond Ring featuring a natural 10 mm cushion-cut citrine accented by 64 micro pavé-set brill...
Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Crane Ring with Coral, Black Diamonds and White Diamonds
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
Because they mate for life they have also been a symbol of unwavering love. This graceful crane ring is crafted in rich 18 karat yellow gold with red coral cabochon head accented wit...
Coral, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Crane Ring with Coral Black Diamonds and White Diamonds
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
Because they mate for life they have also been a symbol of unwavering love. This graceful crane ring is crafted in rich 18 karat yellow gold with red coral cabochon head accented wit...
Coral, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French White Gold Ring with Peridots and Black Diamonds
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The focal points of this elegant ring are the vibrant peridots and the captivating black diamonds.
Black Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, White Gold
Brushed 10K Yellow Gold Black Star Sapphire & Diamond Ring
Located in Sewickley, PA
This striking vintage ring is crafted in 10k brushed yellow gold, offering a warm, textured finish that enhances its bold design. At the center, a captivating oval cabochon star sapp...
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Black Star, 10k Gold
David Yurman .31ctw Diamond Black Onyx Albion Ring, Sterling Silver, Ring
By David Yurman
Located in McLeansville, NC
Stones: - black onyx - checkerboard cushion - 14 mm - diamonds - round brilliant cut - approximately .31 total carats - G-H color, SI clarity Ring Size 6 Rise Off Of Finger: 9.75 ...
Diamond, Onyx, Sterling Silver
Black Opal with Diamond Ring set in Platinum 900 Setting
Located in Bangkok, TH
Black Opal 2.72 carats with Diamond 0.97 carat Ring set in Platinum 900 Setting Width: 1.4 cm Length: 1.6 cm Ring Size: 56 Total Weight: 7.74 grams "We first opened doors in 1980...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
4.07 Carat Australian Black Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
The ring is set in 18 karat white gold and encrusted with pave set diamonds with a total carat weight of 1.78 carats.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k 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
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
$2,712Sale Price|20% Off
Platinum 3.43ctw GIA Long Oval Fiery Australian Black Opal Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Australian Opal - Long Oval Double Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Black Base / Nice Play of Colors - 3.11ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below f...
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
Swiss Blue Topaz Ring With Black Diamonds 2.02 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Swiss Blue Topaz: 1.88 Carats Black Diamond: 0.14 Carats Metal: Sterling Silver Ring Size: 8 US Cus...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Silver, Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. Gold Black Onyx Ring with Diamonds
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
TIFFANY & CO. 18K YELLOW GOLD BLACK ONYX RING WITH DIAMONDS -Material: 18k Yellow Gold and Black Onyx -Diamonds: VS G, Old Mine Cut -Center Diamond: 6mm, 1.35ct -Side Diamonds: 1mm,...
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow 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
18kt Black Gold Ring 7.00cts Diamonds Total 7.00cts
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18kt black gold ring 7.00cts diamonds total 7.00cts
Diamond, Gold, Other
$9,357Sale Price|20% Off
Incredible Black Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Statement Serpent Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
The Victorian era brought snake jewellery into the limelight after Prince Albert proposed to Queen Victoria with a ring in the image of a snake featuring an emerald-set head. The Que...
Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$9,357Sale Price|20% Off
Incredible Black Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Statement Serpent Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
The Victorian era brought snake jewellery into the limelight after Prince Albert proposed to Queen Victoria with a ring in the image of a snake featuring an emerald-set head. The Que...
Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$307Sale Price|59% Off
Cocktail Ring in Black Rhodium over Silver with Black Diamonds and Pearl
By Cristina Cipolli Jewellery
Located in London, Richmond
Cocktail Ring in black rhodium over polished sterling silver, set with black diamonds and peacock pearl Size UK N - US 7 in stock, more sizes available upon request, made to order pi...
Black Diamond, Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
14ct Rose Gold Ring Set with 3 Row Black Diamond
Located in London, GB
14ct Rose Gold Ring, Set With 3 Row Black Diamond, 1.60ct The ring is crafted in 14ct rose gold, set with 0.70ct of natural black diamonds. and has a unique design that is sure to d...
Black Diamond, Rose Gold
RARE Fire Opal Diamond ring 18KT Black gold diamond ring CERTIFIED opal Handmade
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The turquoise cabochons also custom cut are bright color, the small tsavorite gemstones on the side are 0.75 carats and the diamonds weighing 1.10 carats. This ring is of fine qualit...
Diamond, Opal, Turquoise, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
$8,362Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage 18K Rose Gold Flower Ring with 1.07ct Black Diamond
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Wear it, and let your fingers narrate a story of vintage glamour and timeless elegance. Black Diamond 1.07 carat Round Diamond 4.11 carat 18K Rose Gold
Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, 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
14K White Gold Estate Black, Champagne & White Diamond Heart Mosaic Paved Ring
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
14K white gold heart mosaic pave ring featuring black, champagne, and white diamonds totaling 1.16 carats.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,800Sale Price|20% Off
Tahitian South Seas Black Pearl Ring with Diamond Surround
Located in North Hollywood, CA
The Diamond surround makes this ring 20.37 mm round.
White Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold
Unisex Contemporary 0.45c Black Diamonds Burnished Sterling Silver Design Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection Unisex Contemporary 0.45 Karat Black Diamonds Burnished Sterling Silver Unisex Design Ring Here there is a beautiful ring handcrafted in burnished...
Black Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
Vintage HIDALGO 18K Black Enamel Diamond Solitaire Ring
By Hidalgo
Located in Henderson, NV
Late 20th Century ring by Hidalgo, featuring a bezel set round brilliant-cut diamond in an 18k yellow gold and black enamel band.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Important 10.25 Carat Black Opal Diamond Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Surrounded with approx. 0.45ctw in diamonds. Ring size - 7.5, ring top - 33mm x 20mm. marked 18k.
Diamond, Opal, Gold
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
0.55 Carats Black Diamonds Yellow Gold Satin Man Band Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection Modern 0.55 Carat Black Diamonds Yellow Gold Man Design Ring Made in Italy.
Black Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
7.14 Carat Australian Black Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
This spectacular Lightening Ridge Black Opal and Diamond ring features a 7.14 carat total weight black opal center with a phenomenal blue and green play of color surrounded by a dia...
Diamond, Black Opal, Opal, 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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