Antique Art Deco Platinum Black Opal and Old Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Black Opal and Old Cut Diamond Engagement Ring. This gorgeous Art Deco black opal and diamond engagement ring is crafted in platinum.
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
Natural Black Opal 3.77 carats and Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
Natural Black Opal 3.77 carats and Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum Black Opal and Diamond Ring features a Center Oval Cabochon Black Opal with flashes of Green and Blue play of co...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
18kt White Gold Unique Flower Ring with Tanzanite, Black Grey and White Diamonds
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
Stones : Tanzanite ca.5,5 ct / Diamonds : White brilliant cut diamonds ca. 2,56 ct +Black Rose cut diamonds ca.3,4 ct + Grey Rose cut diamonds ca. 4,5 ct = Total diamonds : Ca. 10,4...
Tanzanite, Diamond, Black Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Large Solid Gold GIA Pear Australian Black Opal Emerald & Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Australian Black Opal - Pear Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Black Base / Nice Play of Colors - 6.6ct (approx. by GIA measurements) ** See Certification ...
Diamond, Emerald, Black Opal, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
David Yurman Albion Sterling Silver Black Onyx & Diamond Cocktail Ring
By David Yurman
Located in Baltimore, MD
David Yurman Albion Sterling Silver Black Onyx & Diamond Cocktail Ring Metal: Sterling silver 925 Weight; 12.5 grams Onyx: 15mm Diamonds: Approx. 0.44 CTW H-I SI natural round diamo...
Diamond, Onyx, Sterling Silver
Mid-Century Platinum Black Opal and 2.5ct Diamond Ballerina Ring, 2.55 ct, Circa
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A 2.55 carat oval cabochon black opal commands the center of this ballerina-style ring, its dark body tone throwing vivid flashes of blue and green play-of-color that shift with ever...
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
Estate 10K Black and White Diamond Ring .64 Ctw Size 8.5
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous and unusual ring is 10k white gold. It features .54 ctw in round cut black diamonds surrounded by .10 ctw in tiny white diamonds.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 10k Gold
18kt White Gold Flower Ring with 3.13ct Brilliant Cut, 3.35ct Black Diamonds
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
Magnificent 18kt White Gold Flower Ring With 3.13ct Brilliant Cut Diamonds, 3.35ct Black Diamonds Brilliant cut diamonds: together 3.13ct Black diamonds: together 3.35ct Material:...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, White Gold
$5,409Sale Price|50% Off
Black Opal Gold Diamond Ring Style Natural Electric Blue Gem
Located in Berlin, DE
14K gold ring with Black Opal and Diamond opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.079 х 0.2 х 0.39 in / 2 х 5 х 10 mm opal weight - 0.87 carats ring size - 6.5 US ring weight...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$30,149Sale Price|20% Off
Sybarite Heritage Ring in Blackened Gold with Black Diamonds Rubies
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in London, GB
The Sybarite Heritage Collection draws on centuries of tradition and sovereign imagery. Crafted from the finest blackened gold, this piece is set alight with round-cut black diamonds...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Mixed Metal, Gold
$1,413Sale Price|30% Off
Sybarite Classic Band Ring in 18K Blackened Gold with Black Diamonds
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in London, GB
Life is a precious thing, and with Sybarite every day is a celebration. 18K Blackened Gold ring set with 0.91 Carat of round cut black diamonds.
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Black Pave Diamond Dome Ring Made In Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
D:4.33ct, SiIver:30.66g Size: 33X17X27MM
Diamond, Silver
1.74 Carat Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 1.74 Carat Australian Black Opal and 1.06 Carat Diamonds made in Platinum.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
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
Artisan Black & White Diamond Cocktail Ring In 18K White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
This bold cocktail ring by Artisan showcases an ornate floral cluster of pavé-set black and white diamonds totaling 2.05ct, all crafted in 13.100g of 18K white gold for a US size 7.
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold
3.90 Carat Round Cut Black Diamond Sapphire Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
3.90 Carat Round Cut Black Diamond Sapphire Yellow Gold Engagement Ring This ring has a Natural 2.69 Carat Round Cut Black Diamond in the center of the ring which is surrounded by N...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yello...
3.52 Carat Diamond, Black Onyx and Sapphire Cocktail Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
The 3.52 Carat Diamond, Black Onyx, and Sapphire Cocktail Ring exemplifies a striking balance of elegance and bold design.
Sapphire, Onyx, Diamond, Silver
6.31 cts. Natural Black Opal and Diamond Halo Ring in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
6.31 cts. Natural Black Opal and Diamond Halo Ring in Platinum Natural Black Opal and Diamond Ring features an Oval Natural Black Opal, weighing 6.31 carats, with Royal Blue and Bri...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Captivating 2.37ct Black and White Diamond Rhombus Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
The centerpiece is a bold pavé-set diamond field, meticulously composed of 50 natural black diamonds totaling 1.50 carats, which offer a deep, mysterious contrast to the surrounding ...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Meghna Jewels 18K Gold & Silver Black Diamond Dome Ring, 4.08ct
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Handcrafted with 4.08 carats glimmering black diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger or smaller upon request.
Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
1.00 Carat Black Opal Diamond Platinum Vintage Style Ring by Meghna Jewels
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Crafted in PT900 platinum, this ring combines the rarity of fine black opal with timeless elegance.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
$4,000Sale Price|20% Off
Suzy Levian 14K Rose Gold Round Blue & Black Diamond Crossover Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
This spectacular ring from the Suzy Levian Limited Edition collection features pave blue and black diamonds (2.05 ct TDW) wrapped around your finger in a 14k rose gold setting.
Diamond, Blue Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$1,100Sale Price|21% Off
Natural Black & White Diamonds & Crystal Art Deco Style, Victorian Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very beautiful and one of a kind, Black and White Diamonds & transparent Crystal Art Deo style, Victorian Cocktail Ring set in 14K Gold & Silver 925.
Crystal, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
14K Yellow Gold Elephant Head Ring with Black Diamonds, Size 6.5
Located in Palm Desert, CA
The elephant’s eyes are set with two black diamonds totaling approximately 0.08 carats, adding a subtle yet captivating sparkle that enhances the intricate facial features.
Black Diamond, 14k Gold
GIA Natural Black Opal 5.40 ct and Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA Natural Black Opal and Diamond Ring in Platinum Black Opal and Diamond Ring features a GIA certified Natural Black Opal with Freeform Cabochon shape weighing 5.40 carats with Bl...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
14k White Gold Black White Diamond Interlocking Ring #13887
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold Black and White Diamond Ring Size 7.25 JAGi Certified- This sparkling ring features 30 round black diamonds and 36 round white brilliant cut diamonds set in beau...
White Diamond, White Gold
18kt Gold Ring with Black & Fancy Cognac Diamonds, 2.31ct Large Oval Diamond
Located in Antwerp, BE
18Kt solid white and pink Gold HandMade Unique Ring With Black & Fancy Cognac Diamonds, 2.31 Ct Large Oval Cut Center diamond Diamonds: black and fancy Cognac diamonds, oval diamon...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.88 Carat Black Opal and Diamond Platinum Vintage Statement Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Elegant and finely detailed, Black Opal and Diamond Platinum Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set Oval Black Opal, weighing approx. 2.88 Carat and surrounded by Baguette &...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
14K Yellow Gold Black Australian Opal Diamond Cocktail Ring, 1990s
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This exceptional 14-karat yellow gold ring showcases a captivating Australian black triplet opal as its centerpiece.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
$7,289Sale Price|20% Off
Art Nouveau Yellow Sapphire Emerald Black White Diamond Yellow Gold Tiger Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring has 0.60 Carats of Black Diamonds. This Ring has 0.70 Carats of Marquise Cut Emeralds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphir...
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Black Onyx Yellow Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This magnificent Van Cleef & Arpels ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with black onyx and about 87 brilliant-cut round D-F VVS1-VVS2 diamonds weighing an estimated 3.50 cara...
Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold
Roberto Coin 18k White Gold Black Rose Diamond Ring
By Roberto Coin
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is an 18K White Gold Rose Ring from Italian designer Roberto Coin. This artistic ring worked in black enamel in its petals.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Magnificent Estate 14K White Gold Tahitian Black Pearl Diamond Ruby Ring Band
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Estate 14K white gold black pearl gemstone ring. This beautiful piece features a large natural black pearl at the center measuring 10 mm in diameter, surrounded by 20 round black dia...
Diamond, Black Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Contemporary 6.30 carat black and white diamond 18k white gold cocktail ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
At the heart of this contemporary cocktail ring sits a round brilliant cut diamond weighing approximately 4.00 carats, its deep black color giving the stone a bold, graphic presence,...
Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Circa 1950s Platinum, Black South Sea Pearl & Diamond Burst Ring (3.10 ctw)
Located in Wailea, HI
Circa 1950s Platinum, Black South Sea Pearl & Diamond Burst Ring (3.10 ctw) A breathtaking showcase of Mid-Century glamour, this spectacular cocktail ring from the 1950s centers ...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Black Pearl, Platinum
Black and White RBC Diamond Gold Vintage Band Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Black and White RBC Diamond Vintage Gold Band Ring Simply Beautiful!
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
11.80Grams Black Opal & Diamonds Ring, Set in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite black opal ring measures around 24x15MM and is an impressive 16.96CT in weight.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.11 Australian Black Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18k White Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Australian black opal, 8.70 x 6.94 x 3.42mm, 1.11 carats 2 baguette cut diamonds, .22 carats total 60 round brilliant cut diamonds, .39 carats total Ring size 5-3/4 Complimentary siz...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, White Gold
"Tahitian" Black Pearl and Diamond Engagement Ring set in Platinum
By Rosior
Located in Porto, PT
Rosior Platinum Ring set with 1 "Tahitian" Black Pearl and 78 Round Cut Diamonds (G-VVS) with 0,81 ct.
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
Handcrafted 18 Karat Gold Yellow Sapphires Black&White Diamonds Tourmaline Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Introducing the exquisite Rossella Ugolini 18 Karat Gold Cocktail Ring, featuring 3 Karats of Yellow Sapphires, 0.08 Karats of Black & White Diamonds, and a stunning 1 Karat Pink Tou...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gol...
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring with Black Diamond Circles
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
On velvet finish background stand out set of circles decorated with black diamonds in a total weight of 0.42 Carat. This ring is all custom made in our workshop in Athens Greece and ...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Black White Diamond Pave & Antelope Deer 18K Rose Gold Statement Animal Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This striking statement ring showcases a sleek 0.05 carat black diamond, exuding a deep, mysterious allure.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Oval Shape Blue Sapphire Black Diamond 18K Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
RIng 18K White Gold Diamond 64-RD-0,19 ct Blue Sapphire 52-0,62 ct Blue Sapphire 26-6,63 ct SIze US 7 Weight 14,66 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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
Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Black Diamonds Byzantine Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
Granulated details contrast with Byzantine velvet background finished with Black Rhodium. The stunning ring features 6 Brilliant cut Black Diamonds in a total weight of 0.68 Carat.
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.77ctw Black White Diamond Halo Ring 14k White Gold Size 8.25 Engagement
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Diamond - Carats - 1.52ct (8.1 mm) Cut - Round Brilliant Color - Treated Black Please note there are surface reaching inclusions, cavities and fractur...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Black Opal Diamond Vintage Cocktail Ring 950 Oval Cabochon 10.60ctw Halo
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $100 or Down 2 sizes for $50 Era: Vintage Metal Content: Platinum 950 Stone Information Natural Black Opal Carat(s): 8.50ct Cut: Oval Caboc...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal
Charles Krypell 18k Gold Black Onyx and Diamonds Ring
By Charles Krypell
Located in New York, NY
CHARLES KRYPELL 18K GOLD BLACK ONYX & DIAMONDS -Metal: 18k Yellow Gold -Size: 7 -Material: Black Onyx & Diamonds -Diamonds: VS-F 0.80ct -Thickness: 13.1mm -Shank: 4.4mm -Weight: 16....
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow 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
Diamond & Black Onyx Art Deco Style Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This stunning Art Deco-style ring features a brilliant diamond at its center, elegantly set atop a striking square onyx.
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.75 carats Black and White diamond ring 18KT gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Fashion ring made with natural black and white diamonds in 18Kt gold.
White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
New Black Opal Emerald Cut Diamonds 18 karat White Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat white gold. Elegant and sober, this white gold ring is set with 4 claws of a cabochon opal backed on either side by 2 emerald-cut diamonds. Total weight of the Opal...
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14K White Gold Black Onyx & Diamond Navette Filigree Ring, Ring Size 6
Located in McLeansville, NC
Stones: black onyx diamond Ring Size: 6 Rise Off Of Finger: 4.6 mm Length: 19.9 mm Weight: 1.9 dwts/ 2.9 grams Metal: "14k" SKU: R4135 A Couple Of Things to Note: * This is a ...
Diamond, Onyx, 14k 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
Vintage 2.77 Carat Black Australian Opal and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Black Australian Opal and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring.
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Vintage 1.70 carat black and white diamond 18k white gold cocktail ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bold and glamorous, this vintage cocktail ring from the 1980s dazzles with a captivating interplay of black and white brilliance.
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Certified 4.83 Carat Black Opal and Diamond Platinum Ring by Meghna Jewels
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Centered on a captivating 4.83 carat certified natural black opal, this striking ring displays a vivid play-of-color, with flashes of green, blue, and vibrant red shifting across the...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
$8,826Sale Price|50% Off
Black Opal Diamonds Gold Silver Ring Antique Style Unisex Engagement
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Opal Origin: Australia Opal Size: 7 × 9 mm Opal Weight: 0.88 carats Diamonds: Anthracite, round cut Metal: 18K Yellow Gold & Patinated Silver Ring Size: 7.25 US / 55 EU / O½ UK / 17....
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling...
Kaoluco Mizuno Diamond Black Agate Platinum 18K Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in 台東区, JP
The strong contrast between black agate, platinum, yellow gold and diamonds gives the ring a distinctive Art Deco-inspired character, while its dimensional construction reflects the ...
Agate, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Black Colorless Diamond White Enamel Organic Cocktail Ring 18K Rose Gold Italian
Located in Lisbon, PT
Black Diamond, Colorless Diamond and Enamel Organic Cocktail Ring in 18K Rose Gold, Italy.
Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
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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