Vintage 14k White Gold Tahitian South Sea Black Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Ring with Tahitian Black Pearl and Diamonds Elegant and timeless, this vintage 14K yellow gold ring features a luminous round Tahitian South Sea black pearl,...
Diamond, Black Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
$8,320Sale Price|20% Off
Set in 18K white Gold, 1.00 carats, Black & White Diamonds Engagement Band Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Diamonds Band Engagement Ring set in 18K White Gold.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
7 Carat Black Opal Doublet Diamond Gold Solitaire Navette Vintage Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Elegant Finely detailed Black Opal and Diamond Gold Solitaire Cocktail Ring.
Black Opal, Opal, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Black Star Sapphire and Diamond Three-Stone Dome Ring
Located in Santa Monica, CA
It offers bold finger covered on top and is set with a cabochon cut black star sapphire complemented by a diamond on either side of it.
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Black Star, 14k Gold, White Gold
Black and White Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Dangling Charms Cocktail Ring
Located in London, GB
Each charm is pavé set with 19 fine diamonds, one with round brilliant cut white diamonds and the second one with round brilliant cut black diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14K Solid Yellow Gold Oval Black Onyx and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Diamond and Onyx Ring Metal Type: 14k Solid Yellow Gold Total Item Weight: 3.2 Grams Ring Size: 4.5 (Resizable) Dimensions: Width 20.0mm X Length 20.0mm X He...
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Roshe Jewels 14K White Gold Black and White Diamond Cluster Ring, 0.99 Carats
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Roshe Jewels 14K White Gold Black and White Diamond Cluster Ring, 0.99 Carats This ring has 18 Black Round Cut Natural Diamonds that weigh 0.62 carats and 7 Round Cut Natural Diamon...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yianni Creations Pearl and Diamond Fine Silver and Black Rhodium Wide Ring
By Yianni Creations
Located in Astoria, NY
Yianni Creations Hephestos Collection 100% Handmade Artisan Ring from Fine Silver. The gorgeous ring features a 7-7.5 mm Freshwater Pearl and 0.03 Carat Brilliant cut Diamond contras...
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, Amethyst, Aquamarine, C...
Platinum and 18K Yellow Gold Black Opal, Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Nestled amidst vibrant green emeralds, the black opal ring exuded an enchanting allure. The center black opal weighs approximately 9.50 carats and is accompanied with a GIA Black, N...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Emerald, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.17 Carat Natural Australian Black Opal and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 2.17 Carat Australian Black Opal and 0.61 Carat Diamonds made in Platinum.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Alternate Black White Diamond Half Eternity Band Ring 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Alternate Black White Diamond Half Eternity Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple.
Black Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
18k White Gold White and Black Diamond Pavé Eternity Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
A continuous central row of white diamonds creates a bright stripe across this domed eternity band, bordered on either side by closely set black diamonds. Two staggered rows of black...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Australian Natural Black Opal & Diamond Cluster Ring set in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Grantham, GB
18ct Yellow Gold Australian Black Opal & Diamond Cluster Ring Stunning Fiery Natural Australian Black Opal 11.5mm x 8.3mm 10x Round Brilliant Cut Natural Diamonds Carat 0.70 Clarit...
Diamond, Black Opal, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gucci "Chiodo" 18k White Gold Black Onyx and Diamond Ring
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Featuring a sleek black onyx top framed by sculptural contours, it’s accented with pavé-set diamonds that add refined brilliance.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tahitian Black Pearl Solitaire Ring in 14k White Gold with Diamonds
Located in Austin, TX
A striking black pearl commands the center of this solitaire ring, set against a sleek 14k white gold band.
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
Wendy Yue Panther Ring Black Diamonds Sz 7 18k Blackened Gold Pearl Jewelry
By Wendy Yue
Located in Torrance, CA
The elaborate and beautifully detailed ring highlights pave black diamonds set into a perched panther mount.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White ...
Sculptural Italian Black Agate & Diamond Ring in 18K Rose Gold
Located in Miami, FL
An original graphic ring with undeniable presence. Crafted in 18K rose gold, this Italian modernist design pairs a deep, inky black agate form with crisp diamond accents for a strik...
Agate, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
CHANEL Ultra ring in 18k white gold, black ceramic and diamonds.
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
CHANEL Ultra ring in 18k white gold, black ceramic, and diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,584Sale Price / item|20% Off
Everyday 1.96ct Marquise Cut Black Diamond Solitaire Ring in 14K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This solitaire ring features a 1.96-carat marquise-cut black diamond set in 14K White Gold.
Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Sacchi Black and White Diamonds Gemstones 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Sacchi Gioielli
Located in Rome, IT
Gorgeous Satin Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring embellished with Black and White Diamonds, from Sacchi’s "Anemones" Collection, hand-crafted with lost-wax casting technique.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Men's 10K Yellow Gold 3/4 Cttw White and Black Treated Diamond Ring Band
Located in New York, NY
This stunning men's black and white diamond band ring is a true testament to the art of craftsmanship.
Black Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,284Sale Price / item|20% Off
Half Eternity Black & White Diamond Band Ring in 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Half Eternity Black White Diamond Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Evil Eye Ring with Green Tsavorite Black & White Diamonds in 18kt Yellow Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Evil Eye Ring with pave white and black brilliant cut diamonds and a central green Tsavorite, handcrafted in 18Kt yellow gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow...
0.85ctw Black Diamond Eternity Band 18k Rose Gold Stackable Wedding Ring Sz 5.5
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Diamonds - Total Carats - 0.85ctw Cut - Round Brilliant Color - Black Treatment - Color Treated Please note there are surface reaching inclusions.
Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Three Stones Teal Blue Flash Australian Black Opal Diamond Engagement Ring 14K
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Three Stones Teal Blue Flash Australian Black Opal Diamond Engagement Ring 14K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Domus Romana Sacchi Black&White Diamonds Gemstones 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By Sacchi Gioielli
Located in Rome, IT
Modelling wax in the round allows to sculpt small and large pieces, and polishing with agate stones gives characteristic light effects. The ring consists of satin finish 18K yellow ...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,182Sale Price|20% Off
Classical Black White Diamond White Gold 18K Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 14 K (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 34-RND57-0,12-4/4A Diamond 26-RND57-0,62-3/4A Size 7.5 USA Weight 5,57 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewe...
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold
Contrast Yellow Sapphire and Black Diamond Pavé Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Introducing our captivating Contrast Yellow Sapphire and Black Diamond Pavé Ring in 18K Yellow Gold. This meticulously crafted piece is a true statement of style and sophistication, ...
Black Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold
2.88 Carat Black Opal and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful! Finely detailed Black Opal and Diamond Vintage Platinum Cocktail Ring.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Pinstripe Strength Ruby Oval Knifedge Diamond and Black Enamel Ring
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
Highly coveted oval shaped Ruby solitaire set in a pinstripe pattern with brilliant cut diamonds and black enamel. With its bold and sturdy feel, this collection symbolizes strength ...
Diamond, Ruby, Enamel
Deep Blue Pear Shaped Australian Black Opal Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Deep Blue Pear Shaped Australian Black Opal Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping!
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-Century 4.55 Carat Black Opal and 1.5 Carat Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A fab Mid Century Australian black opal and diamond ring. With a fabulous play of color, flashing between electric blue and green, this captivating cocktail ring is smartly surrounde...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Veschetti 18k Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond Black Onyx Bon Bon Ring
By Veschetti
Located in Palm Beach, FL
The ring is inlaid with fluted black onyx to create a dramatic, high-contrast frame for the vibrant emerald centerpiece, which is ringed by diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Paraiba & Diamonds Barocca Ring in 18K White and Black Gold
By Dilys'
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The 27 lively centre stones are paired with 18 contrasting Brown Diamonds and Black Gold, which not only enhances the glowing qualities of the Brazilian Paraibas, but is also a refle...
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Paraiba, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Teal Blue Green Australian Solid Black Opal Diamond 18k Gold Bypass Ring
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A striking Australian opal ring displaying beautiful aqua blue and green colours, accented with four brilliant cut diamonds in an intricate 18ct yellow gold bypass setting. This beau...
Black Opal, Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Black Onyx Diamond Zigzag Dome Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
A striking vintage 18K yellow gold black onyx and diamond cocktail ring featuring a bold, sculptural dome design.
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Contemporary 18 Karat Yellow Gold 1 Karat Black Diamonds Cubes Design Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Contemporary 18 Karats Yellow Gold 1 Karat Black Diamonds Design Ring An amazing design ring handcrafted in 18 karats yellow gold and adorned with intense 1 karat black diamonds Du...
Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Modern 1.87ct Diamond and Black Onyx Fashion Ring, Silver, India
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
The 1.87 Carat Diamond and Black Onyx Fashion Ring embodies the perfect blend of boldness and elegance.
Diamond, Onyx, Silver
Evil Eye Ring with Green Tsavorite Black & White Diamonds in 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Evil Eye Ring with pave white and black brilliant cut diamonds and a central green Tsavorite, handcrafted in 18Kt yellow gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow...
Maria Garcia Cassetti 18k gold Black Rhodium Band Ring, 0.32ct Diamonds
Located in The Hague, ZH
Maria Garcia Cassetti 18k black rhodium-plated band ring with enamel and brilliant cut diamond up to. 0.32ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size U.S. 6 - EU. 16.5(52) detailed description: t...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rhodium
Men's 10K Yellow Gold 1.00 Cttw Cluster Black and White Diamond Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
At the heart of this statement piece lies a bold cushion cluster of natural black diamonds, each meticulously heat-treated to achieve their mesmerizing hue, and securely held by pron...
Black Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold, Gold
Men's 10K Yellow Gold 1.00 Cttw Cluster Black and White Diamond Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
At the heart of this statement piece lies a bold cushion cluster of natural black diamonds, each meticulously heat-treated to achieve their mesmerizing hue, and securely held by pron...
Black Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold, Gold
Men's 10K Yellow Gold 1.00 Cttw Cluster Black and White Diamond Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
At the heart of this statement piece lies a bold cushion cluster of natural black diamonds, each meticulously heat-treated to achieve their mesmerizing hue, and securely held by pron...
Black Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold, Gold
Men's 10K Yellow Gold 1.00 Cttw Cluster Black and White Diamond Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
At the heart of this statement piece lies a bold cushion cluster of natural black diamonds, each meticulously heat-treated to achieve their mesmerizing hue, and securely held by pron...
Black Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold, Gold
Platinum 3.65ctw GIA Elongated Oval Black Opal w/ Diamond Halo Nice Shape Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Measurements: 18.6mm (0.73") (north to south) , 16.9mm (0.66")(east to west, diamond to diamond), 2.8mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 8.6mm rise off the finger Condition: S...
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
$4,400Sale Price|26% Off
Chanel Comète Tahitian Black Pearl Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Chanel
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A sculptural and highly elegant design from Chanel, this Comète-inspired ring is crafted in 18 karat white gold and features a luminous Tahitian pearl as its focal point. The design ...
Diamond, Black Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$960Sale Price|40% Off
Lagos Meridian 18K Gold Diamond Black Ceramic Ring 0.23ct Size 7
By Lagos
Located in West Hempstead, NY
Designer: Lagos Meridian 18K yellow gold Black ceramic detailing 0.23ctw natural GH SI round diamonds Ring size 7 3 grams Excellent pre-loved condition A sophisticated designer ring ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Semi-Black Opal and Diamond Conversion Ring of 14k & 10k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
An elegant ring created from a stickpin (circa 1900), featuring a captivating semi-black crystal opal (likely Lightning Ridge) with bright non0directional blue/green mosaic flagstone...
Diamond, Opal, 10k Gold, 14k Gold
0.29 Carat Natural Diamond White Gold Flower Black Rhodium Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
0.29 Carat Natural Diamond White Gold Flower Black Rhodium Ring This ring has Natural Round Cut White Diamonds that weigh 0.29 carats and clarity and color of VS-F.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium
Australian Black Opal & Diamond Engagement Wedding Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Australian Black Opal & Diamond Engagement Wedding Ring in 14k Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
David Yurman Sterling Silver Streamline Two-Row Band Ring with Black Diamonds
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 10.25 Metal Type: Sterling Silver [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 7.8 grams Diamond Details: Weight: 1.50ct, total weight Cut: Round Color: Black Band Width: 6.25 mm ...
Black Diamond, Sterling Silver
IGI Certified 11.67 Carat Ruby, Citrine and Black Diamond Statement Ring 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This extraordinary statement ring showcases a dramatic combination of vivid natural rubies, golden citrines, and striking black diamonds totaling 11.67 carats.
Citrine, Black Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Freeform Black Opal Triangle and Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18K White Gold Style: Opal and Diamond Ring Total Weight: 16.10 Grams Gemstone Specifications: Center Gemstone: Black Opal Gemstone Measurements: 1...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 3.87 Ct Australian Black Blue Green Opal Diamond Platinum ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Stamped inside the shank with weight, Platinum assay and maker initials- 5.8 mm. thick , very fine cabochon cut and polished– Opal pattern is rolling flash flagstone colours black bo...
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
Citrine Pink Sapphire Black Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Statement Cocktail Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
A striking statement ring featuring a large, vibrant orange amber at its center. The ring is adorned with intricate multi-stone detailing along the band, enhancing its bold and luxu...
Citrine, Black Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,080Sale Price / item|20% Off
4.5CTW Black Onyx Diamond Adjustable Cocktail Ring in 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
4.5CTW Black Onyx Diamond Adjustable Cocktail Ring in 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring featuring natural black onyx of 4.5 carats and diamonds of 0.50 carats.
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,848Sale Price / item|20% Off
Minimalist 3.11Carat Heart Shape Black Diamond Solitaire Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This minimalist solitaire ring features a 3.11 carat heart-shaped black diamond, set in 14K yellow gold.
Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jewelry Turtle Black Brown White Diamond Hard Stone Adularia 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Elisa Pozza by PETRONILLA
Located in Bussolengo, Verona
This is a very beautiful white gold ring with white, brown and black (their eyes) diamonds.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
David Yurman Sterling Silver “Wheaton” Petite Ring with Diamonds & Black Onyx
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
*Brand: David Yurman *Material: Sterling Silver *Condition: Mint *Black Onyx Size: 10mm *Diamonds: 0.08ctw *Ring Dimension: *Size: 7.25 *Width: 10.1mm *Thickness: 2 *Weight: 6.2gr ...
Diamond, Onyx, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Style Platinum Diamond 3.73 Carat Australian Black Opal Engagement 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
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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