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
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
$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
$6,590 / item
Diamond Black Onyx Fluted Ring 14K Gold 2.08 TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Black Onyx Fluted Ring 14K Gold 2.08 TDW This incredible one of a kind ring is finely crafted in solid 14K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
Statement Black White Diamond Wide Band Ring in 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Statement Black White Diamond Wide Band Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural diamonds of 1.58 carats.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$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
$8,000
Diamond Disc Ring
Located in New York, NY
The ring is finished with a double shank set with round cut black pave diamonds.
Diamond, Topaz
18k Gold Black and Yellow Pave Diamond Leopard Print Ring, 1.09 TCW
Located in Fairfield, CT
18k yellow gold ring. This fabulous mod ring is contemporary round disc top ring, pave set with round faceted black diamond "spots", 0.57 TCW set into a field of yellow faceted diamo...
Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k 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
Black Stones, Tourmaline, Diamonds, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring.
Located in Marcianise, CE
Fantastic retrò ring in 18 kt yellow gold structure mounted with a central tourmaline surrounded by diamonds.
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,474Sale Price|20% Off
Black Diamond Band Elegant Rose 18K Gold Ring for Her for Him
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Rose 18K Gold Ring *Same Model with another stones and gold available Black Diamond 0,26 ct Weight 12 grams This collection was created inspired by the wonderful and controversia...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
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
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
7.78 Carat Australian Black Crystal Opal Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Ring Size 5.50 Weight: 11.4 grams
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
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
Mattioli Eve_r Ring in White Gold with White and Black Diamonds
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
New Mattioli Eve_r Collection Ring in white gold, white and black diamonds. White diamonds 0,13ct EVE_R COLLECTION The edgy and modern colors of turquoise, onyx and coral give life ...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, White Gold
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
14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring Black Pearl Solitaire with Diamond Accents
Located in Stamford, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring Black Pearl Solitaire With Diamond Accents Size 7. 9 mm diameter pearl 0.18 total diamond weight 3.4 grams total weight.
Diamond, Black Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,040Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style Jade Black Onyx Diamonds Gold Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Completely handmade Classic Art Deco Style Ring with a Nice Hexagon shape Jade set in 14 kt white gold ,black Onyx small parts and 3 full cut diamonds .
Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Gold, 14k 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
$1,040Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style Jade Black Onyx Diamonds Gold Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Completely handmade Classic Art Deco Style Ring with a Nice Hexagon shape Jade set in 14 kt white gold ,black Onyx small parts and 3 full cut diamonds .
Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold
$7,920Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Yellow And White Gold Ring Diamonds Black Onyx
Located in New York, NY
At its core, the ring features four hand-cut black onyx squares, each meticulously chosen for its depth and luster, arranged in a striking window pane design.
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White 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
JBH 18kt Gold Dagger Ring with Black Diamonds, Unisex Art Nouveau
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
18 karat dagger ring made by Hollywood designer JBH. The ring consist of black diamonds in a pod setting the ring measures 28.8 mm long at the dagger and the width is 10.6 g.
Black Diamond, 18k Gold
Alex Jona Black Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Filigree Ring Band
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold Filigree Band Ring set with 0.25 carats of Black Diamonds. This ring is 6.5 US and available to order in al...
Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alex Jona Black Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Filigree Ring Band
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold Filigree Band Ring set with 0.24 carats of Black Diamonds. This ring is 6.5 US and available to order in all...
Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 5.10ct Black Onyx & Diamond Cocktail Ring, 14k White Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This impressive antique black onyx and diamond ring in white gold is supplied with an IDGL diamond and gemstone grading report card.
Diamond, Onyx, White Gold
Heart Shaped Black Opal Halo Diamond Engagement Ring 14k Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Heart Shaped Black Opal Halo Diamond Engagement Ring 14k Yellow Gold.
Opal, Black Opal, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgian Diamond Black Enamel Locket Mourning 18 KT Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
An antique Georgian period Diamond and Black enamel mourning ring in 18 Kt yellow gold, set with an old cut Diamond in a border of black enamel, the engraved shoulders decorated with...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Classic Three Stone Australian Semi Black Opal Diamond Ring
Located in Suwanee, GA
The rest of the 50% payment will be required after production. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Classic Three Ston...
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$960Sale Price / item|20% Off
Art Deco Style Jade Black Onyx Diamonds Gold Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Completely handmade Classic Art Deco Style Ring with a Nice Hexagon shape Jade set in 14 kt white gold ,black Onyx small parts and 3 full cut diamonds .
Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold
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 Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite 18K white gold bow-tie ring, featuring a striking combination o...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
$5,040Sale Price|30% Off
14K 13.33 ct Natural Color Play Black Opal Diamonds Cocktail Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
"14K 13.33 ct Natural Color Play Black Opal Diamonds Cocktail Ring" This ring features a 13.33-carat natural black Opal with a color-play effect.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mejuri 14K Yellow Gold Black Enamel & Diamond Ring Size 9.5
Located in New York, NY
Key Specifications: Brand: Mejuri Metal: 14K Yellow Gold (stamped Mejuri, 14K) Gemstones: Black enamel with natural diamonds totaling approximately 0.18 ctw Condition: Pre-owned – e...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
4.36 Carat Black Opal and Diamond Platinum Double Halo Vintage Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Black Opal and Diamond Platinum Double Halo Vintage Cocktail Ring.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Phoenix Veil - Certificated Black Opal Halo Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Guild Gemstone Certification Exquisite Australian Black Opal Halo Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Black Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Sybarite Sceptre Ring in Blackened Gold with Black Diamonds, Emeralds & Pearl
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in London, GB
The ultimate symbol of regality crafted in the finest 18ct gold with an accent of rare South Sea pearl, this Sybarite Sceptre ring is fit for a queen. Blackened Gold (18ct) 3.70 g B...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Contemporary Gold Mesh Ring Black with Ruthenium and Diamonds
By Angeletti
Located in Roma, IT
Contemporary Gold Mesh Ring Black with Ruthenium and Diamonds The treatment of Gold with Ruthenium gives a Unique Aggressive look in one with Three Black Studs.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rhodium
18 Kt Solid White Gold Knot Ring, 5.7 Ct. Black & White Diamonds
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 KT SOLID WHITE GOLD KNOT RING WHITE & BLACK DIAMONDS MATERIAL: 18kt white gold WEIGHT: 27,8 grams SEIZE: 56 1/2 EU 7 3/4 US ( can be resized for free) DIAMONDS: White Br 2....
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Stunning 18K White Gold Halo Ring with 0.8ct Black & White Diamonds
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This stunning, designer-made ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a gemstone set ...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Maxxine Sculptural OOAK 18K Gold Statement Ring with Black Diamond by Aneta Zae
Located in Long Island City, NY
At the center sits a striking 1.65-carat natural rose-cut dark cognac-black diamond, its rich, smoky tones beautifully contrasted by five natural white, round brilliant diamonds of G...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold
Emerald Cocktail Ring Black Enamel Diamond Shooting Star Gold Celestial Dome
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Cocktail Ring Black Enamel Diamond Shooting Star Gold Celestial Dome Ring Designer: J DAUPHIN Emerald cocktail ring in 14k gold plated brass with black enamel by J Dauphin,...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Stunning Australian Black Opal Halo Diamond Engagement Ring 14K Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Stunning Australian Black Opal Halo Diamond Engagement Ring 14K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,828Sale Price|20% Off
3.8Ct Black Opal Ring with Natural Diamond & Tsavorite Accents: Solid 14K Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
Specifications: Item Type: Ring Center Stone: Ethiopian Black Opal Treatment: Impregnated Weight: 3.87cts Head Size: 15x10mm Shape: Oval Hardness: 5.5-6.5 Country of Origin: Ethio...
Black Opal, Tsavorite, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Estate 18K Rose Gold Dome Ring with 9.10ct Black and White Diamonds
Located in Houston, TX
18K rose gold ring with pavé-set black and white diamonds. There are 26 round diamonds that total 2.10 carats; G-H color and VS1-2 clarity.
Diamond, Black Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Black White Diamonds Pave Set 14K White Gold Statement Cocktail Unique Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Elegant and Modern. Adorned with Intricate Black and White Diamonds. Crafted with Precision and Care. 14K White Gold 1.50 CTW Natural Diamonds
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
18K Gold Black and Pink Enameled Ring with Diamond Accent
Located in Venice, CA
We also have an 18K Gold Black and White Enameled Ring with Diamond Accent and an 18K Gold Blue and Turquoise Enameled Ring with Diamond Accent also available in our shop.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
$3,666Sale Price|20% Off
Chic Black Cognac Diamond White 14k Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 41-RND-0,35-G/VS1A Diamond 41-RND-0,4-G/VS1A Diamond 52-RND-0,51-G/VS1A Weight 4,67 grams Size US 7,5 It is our honor to ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
$2,704Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Black White Diamond White 14k Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 20-RND-0,31-G/VS1A Diamond 15-RND-0,18-G/VS1A Diamond 122-RND-0,36-G/VS1A Size 6 Weight 7,24 grams It is our honor to ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
10 Karat Yellow Gold Black Onyx and Diamond Ring
Located in Wallkill, NY
This beautiful ring contains a center oval black onyx that contains a white gold plaque in a diamond shape that contains an old mine cut diamond.
Diamond, Onyx, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Black Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Cocktail Ring 18 Karat Gold/Platinum
Located in New York, NY
16 mm large Round Black Tahitian Pearl & Diamond Cocktail Ring 18 Karat White Gold and Platinum , stamped on the ring A classic, Cocktail ring Huge 16 mm Pearl very clean , in r...
Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
$1,260 / item
Black Diamond Eternity Band
Located in Fatih, 34
Black Diamond Eternity Band This item is made by order, please let us now your desired gold colored and ring size Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt • Available G...
Black Diamond, 14k Gold
Tahitian Black South Sea Cultured Pearl Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Black south see pearl and diamond ring. 10.5mm natural color black south sea cultured pearl with peacock iridescence, high lustre and few blemishes in a platinum setting with 4 round...
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
Sicis 18K White Gold Micro Mosaic Ring with Tahitian Pearl & Black Diamonds
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
EGL White Diamond Cushion Ring in 18K Yellow Gold & Black Rhodium
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 4.32 ct. G SI2 white diamond cushion in handmade 18k yellow gold and black rhodium mounting.
White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Rhodium
French 19th Century Rose Cut Diamond Black Enamel Solitaire Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Antique solitaire ring, the head is square in shape and adorned with claws down from a rose-cut diamond on a black enamel background.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Ring with White and Black Diamond
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
The Black diamonds are a total weight of 0,70 Carats and the white diamonds a total weight of 0.45 Carat.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium
14k Gold Signet Ring with Black Center Stone Bar & Diamonds
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
- Stone Info - 1x - 3.5x16.66mm Horizontal Black Center Stone 8x - 2.5mm ~0.06ct I1/G Diamond Standard Round Brilliant 8x - 2.25mm ~0.04ct I1/G Diamond Standard Round Brilliant Ri...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow 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.
Ancient Egyptians referred to the vibrant stone as the “gem of the sun.”
There are many ways to showcase a diamond, from traditional prongs to a smooth, streamlined bezel. Here’s everything you need to consider.
The vintage bombé ring is bursting with color and timeless style.
Zircon is a magnificent and underrated natural gemstone that has been worn and adored for centuries.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
If diamonds don’t seem right, what about a magnificent sapphire, ruby or emerald?
Accounting for just 1 percent of all diamonds, these marvels of nature are exceedingly rare and gorgeously complex.
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.