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
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
14k Yellow Gold Oval Emerald and Black and White Diamond Flower Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k Yellow Gold Oval Emerald and Black and White Diamond Flower Ring This stunning Diamond Emerald Flower Ring is in excellent condition and is ready to ship!
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow 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
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
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...
Natan Colorless Fancy Black Diamond Geometric Articulated Ring White Gold Brazil
Located in Lisbon, PT
Natan colorless diamond and fancy black diamond geometric articulated band ring in 18 karat white and blackened gold, 2000s.
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
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
18kt White Gold Ring, 9ct Black and White Diamonds and 25ct Amethyst
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful White golden ring set with black and white diamonds and a big amethyst Amethyst: 23.2 x 22.4 mm, 25 carat Diamond: White brilliant cut diamonds ( together ca. 2 carat )...
Amethyst, White Diamond, Black Diamond, White Gold
Natural Black Opal 15.60 carats and Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
Natural Black Opal 15.60 carat and Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum Large Black Opal and Diamond Ring features Natural Oval Cabochon Black Opal weighing 15.60 carats with flashes o...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
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
0.19ct Black Diamond Band Ring in 18K White Gold, Hong Kong
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
An elegant ring with brilliant cut Black diamonds styled in an 18K white gold band.
Black Diamond, 18k Gold
$4,115Sale Price / item|20% Off
Fashionable Italian Black Diamond White Gold Statement Signet Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 1-RND 57-0,01-4/6 Diamond 25-RND 57-0,26-99 Size 17.2 Weight 11.1 gram With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry tradi...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
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
18 K White Gold Cocktail Ring Black White Diamond Smoky Quartz
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
This stunning cocktail ring features a claw set single fancy cut Smoky Quartz center gemstone in a breathtaking 18k white gold setting accented with 96 black Diamonds weighing approx...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.41ct Black Diamond Band Ring in 18K White Gold, Hong Kong
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A simple yet elegant ring with black diamonds to add a unique style to your everyday look.
Black Diamond, 18k Gold
Angara Natural Princess-Cut Black Diamond Engagement Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted in 14k white gold, this ring exudes a luxurious and mystical appeal.April Birthstone Ring for Women: Enhanced Black Diamond is the Birthstone for April.
Black Diamond, Diamond, Gold
Vitolo 18K White Gold Twisted Harmony Ring with Black & White Diamond Accents
By Stefano Vitolo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Three diamond-set rondelles accent the top of the ring, featuring a central black diamond rondelle framed by two white diamond rondelles for a striking contrast.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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
Natural 2.65ct Boulder Black Opal Ring With .60ctw Diamond Accents In Platinum
Located in Lafayette, LA
Natural 2.65ct Boulder Black Opal Ring With .60ctw Diamond Accents In Platinum 2.65ct Black Opal .60ctw Diamond Accents Platinum Size 6.75 11.1g 2.8mm x 1.2mm Band
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
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
1.63tcw 14K Colombian Emerald-Pear Cut & White/Black Diamond Tiara Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
The perfect, tiara emerald & diamond statement ring. This gorgeous piece is sure to get all the right attention!
Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, 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. Inner Diameter 19mm.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 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
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Byzantine Black and Green Diamond Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
Designer S.Georgios presents an impressive 18 Karat Yellow Gold ring centered with a striking checkerboard-cut Black Diamond weighing 3.06 carats, admired for its deep, mysterious br...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Australian Black Opal and Diamond Cluster Ring PT900 Heavy 14g+ V1149
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ This is a gorgeous cluster ring set with five unique Australian opals and sparkly diamond accents. ♥ The item measures 33.9mm in length (North South direction), 20.4mm in width (Ea...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Men’s 16.25mm Black Onyx 4.00 Carat Diamonds Statement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Men’s 16.25mm Black Onyx 4.00 Carat Diamonds BIG Statement Ring.
Diamond, Onyx, 10k Gold, Yellow 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
Certified Ring with Natural Spessartine and Black Diamonds gems, gold 14Karat
By GRALJEWELRY
Located in Dublin, D
Natural Spessartine and Black Diamonds gems Solid 14 Karat Rose Gold Ring Laboratory full certificate Main Stone: Spessartine Main Stone Creation: Natural Main Stone Color: Orange M...
Black Diamond, Mandarin Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold
Ring: Band Ring Black Ceramic 0.06 carat Diamonds Brilliant Cut 18k White Gold
Located in CAPRINO VERONESE, Veneto
This striking unisex ring is crafted from sleek black ceramic, offering a contemporary and bold aesthetic that is both durable and elegant.
Diamond, White Gold
Antique 18k Yellow Gold Black Onyx & Diamond Cocktail Ring, 1960
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique black onyx and 1.06 carat diamond (total), 18 karat yellow gold cocktail ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collecti...
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Piero Milano White & Black Diamond Crossover Ring 18k Rose Gold 1.04cttw
By PIERO MILANO
Located in New York, NY
18k Rose Gold white and black diamond crossover ring by Piero Milano. This beautiful piece is set with 0.53cts of white diamond and 0.51cttw of black diamond.
Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Rossella Ugolini 0.60c Sapphire Black Diamonds 18k Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini 0.60c Sapphire Black Diamonds 18k Yellow Gold Band handcrafted Ring.
Black Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
6.50 Carat Natural Black Cabochon Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Opal and diamond ring. Translucent silvery black natural oval opal with flashes of green, blue, yellow and orange in a platinum setting with 6 emerald cut accent diamonds. 1 oval c...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
18K White Gold Bow Tie Ring with Natural Black and White Diamonds
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K White Gold Bow Tie Ring with Natural Black and White Diamonds Discover the allure of Nurati Jewelry's 18K white gold bow-tie ring, adorned with 1.25 carats of natural black and ...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, White Gold
1.09 Carat Round Black Onyx & Diamond White Gold Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
This ring features a 1.09 Carat Black Onyx, with a Diamond Halo comprised of 0.06 Carats of Single Cut Round White Diamonds.
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold
Black Star Sapphire with Diamond Ring set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Black Star Sapphire 4.43 carats with Diamond 0.49 carat Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 1.6 cm Length: 1.0 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 7.59 grams "We first opened doors i...
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Black Star, 18k Gold
1.09 Carat Round Black Onyx & Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
This ring features a 1.09 Carat Black Onyx, with a Diamond Halo comprised of 0.06 Carats of Single Cut Round White Diamonds.
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Black Rhodium White Gold Baroque Pearl & 1.01tcw Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This ring is a bold and highly distinctive pearl piece, centered by a dramatic baroque pearl accented by 1.01ctw of diamonds graded H color and SI1 clarity in black rhodium white gold.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium
14 Karat Yellow Gold Black Onyx and Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Black Onyx and Diamond Ring Size 7.75- This elegant ring features one marquis black onyx stone (20 mm x 10 mm) and one round single cut diamond set in beautiful...
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Black kite diamond ring engagement ring 18KT white gold hand engraved gothic
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Rare find! Stunning engagement ring with a large kite diamond in the middle and fine diamonds VS-SI clarity and F-G color made in 18KT white gold, hand engraved with so many little d...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Black Onyx Sphere and Diamond Ring 14K White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K White Gold Ring Size: 6.5 (resizing available for a fee) Total Weight: 3.6 Grams Diamond Count: 2 Diamond Clarity: SI2-I1 Diamond Color...
Onyx, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Platinum GIA 2.72ctw Mosaic Black Opal w/ Diamond Sided Cocktail Statement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Black Color w/ Very Nice Play of Red & Orange Colors mosaic Pattern - 10.98 x 7.56 x 3.46mm / 1.72ct (exact -...
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
Contemporary 14k White Gold Black Diamond Pavé Cocktail Ring, Size 7
Located in New York, NY
This Contemporary Black Diamond Pavé Cocktail Ring is a striking statement piece that blends bold design with refined elegance.
Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Black Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Long Beach, CA
STYLE / REFERENCE: Cocktail Ring METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum CIRCA / YEAR: Contemporary CENTER STONE: 15.70mm ACCENT STONES / WEIGHT: Diamonds 0.78ctw SIZE: 6 1/4 This stunning r...
White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Solid Platinum GIA 1.30ctw Cabochon Black Opal w/ Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Measurements: 12.1mm (0.48") (north to south) - 15.5mm (0.61") (east to west, diamond to diamond), 2.6mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 9.3mm rise off the finger Condition: ...
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
Bright Blue Engagement Ring: Australian Black Opal and Diamond in 14K
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Bright Blue Engagement Ring: Australian Black Opal and Diamond in 14K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,180Sale Price|20% Off
Stylish Australian Black Opal & Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Stylish Australian Black Opal & Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Set in 18K Gold & Rhodium, Australian Black Opal, Ruby & Diamond Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Australian Black Opal & Ruby Cocktail Engagement Ring set in 18K Gold, Rhodium & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium
12.75mm South Sea Black Pearl Diamond Cocktail Ring Marquise Baguette 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
12.75mm South Sea Black Pearl Diamond Cocktail Ring Marquise Baguette 18K Gold Center Stone: South Sea Black Pearl, 12.75mm Diamonds Weight: .90 Carats *Marquise (0.37 Carats), Bagu...
Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruchi New York Tanzanite, Diamond and Black Agate Ring
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
"Black Velvet" A luxurious ring showcasing a vibrant marquise-cut tanzanite centerpiece, elegantly framed by sparkling diamond baguettes and set against a sophisticated agate backdro...
Agate, Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Platinum Baguette Diamond GIA Certified 11.01 Carat Australian Black Opal Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A breathtaking Art Deco Inspired Australian Black Opal Baguette Diamond Engagement Ring Handmade in 90% Platinum.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
$10,670Sale Price|20% Off
Australian Black Opal Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Certificated 2.26ct Play of Color Australian Black Opal Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Peter Suchy GIA Certified 7.55 Carat Black Opal Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
This extraordinary Peter Suchy cocktail ring showcases a mesmerizing 7.55 carat black round cabochon opal with a halo of 18 round brilliant cut diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Diamond Colombian Emerald Pearl Ring Black 14K Gold Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Colombian Emerald Pearl Ring Black 14K Gold Vintage This gorgeous vintage ring is finely crafted in solid 14K Yellow Gold and set with genuine Earth mined Colombian Emerald,...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Le Vian, Gladiator Champagne Diamond and Diamond Ring, 14K Yellow and Black Gold
By Le Vian
Located in Chicago, IL
A striking Crisscross motif design showcases Le Vian’s signature Gladiator style, blending bold artistry with timeless luxury. This ring is pavé set with approximately 0.90 carat tot...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum Australian Black Opal with Diamond Halo Statement Ring Blue Green V1213
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ Platinum Australian Black Opal with Diamond Halo Statement Ring Blue Green Bright Flash Big Solid Opal V1213 ♥ The item measures 26.4mm in length (North South direction), 20.3mm i...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
1.62 Carat Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 1.626 Carat Australian Black Opal and 0.98 Carat Diamonds made in Platinum.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Solid Platinum 2.69ctw GIA Black Opal w/ Twisted Shoulder Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Black Color w/ Amazing Play of Purple, Green & Blue Color - 10.57 x 8.61 x 4.11mm / 2.34ct (exact - stamped) ...
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
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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