Light & Dark Ring in 18K White Gold Set with Black Diamonds by Binadi Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Light & Dark Ring in 18K White Gold Set with Black Diamonds by Binadi Studio Dimensions: Available upon request.
Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian Black Opal Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Halo Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval shaped opal cabochon measuring 9.0 x 13.0 mm Semi-opaque black in body color with spectral play-of-color Bezel set in platinum with a diamond halo surround With add...
Diamond, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$4,974Sale Price|20% Off
18K gold Bee Cocktail Ring with Pearl, Yellow Sapphires, White & Black Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Gemstone & Metal Details 1 Cultured Pearl — approx. 14.5 × 13.0 mm 51 White Diamonds — approx. 0.70ct total, assessed G/H colour, VS clarity Black Diamonds & Yellow Sapphires — pa...
Black Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,800Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 12MM Tahitian Black Pearl Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Elegantly encircling this majestic gem are 1.24 carats of white round diamonds, their brilliance enhancing the ring's overall splendor.
Black Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.9Ct Black Opal Ring with Earth Mined Diamonds Accents: Solid 14K Gold, 11mm
Located in Columbus, OH
This isn’t just a ring- it’s a whole mood, and it knows it. Specifications: Item Type: Ring Center Stone: Black Opal Treatment: Impregnated Weight: 3.94cts Head Size: 11mm Shape: C...
Diamond, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Yurman Sterling Silver Split Shank Black Onyx and Diamond RIng
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
The striking black onyx centerpiece is beautifully complemented by 0.20ct of G-H VS1 diamonds, adding a touch of sparkle to this timeless accessory.
Diamond, Onyx, Sterling Silver
GIA Certified 5.38 Carat Black Opal and Diamond Ballerina Vintage Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA Certified vintage 5.83 carat black opal and diamond halo ballerina ring in platinum 900.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
$2,800Sale Price|20% Off
15MM Round Black Tahitian Pearl & Diamond Platinum Ring Size 5.5
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the exquisite 15mm Round Black Tahitian Pearl & Diamond Platinum Ring, a symbol of timeless elegance.
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Black and White Diamond Round Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
We have set the black diamonds in black Rhodium prongs giving the ring a stunning look.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Wh...
$1,846Sale Price|20% Off
Ethereal Prism - Halo Diamond Black Opal Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Ethereal Prism - Halo Diamond Australian Black Opal Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald, Black Enamel, and Diamond Heart Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 14k yellow gold Emerald: 1 pear-shaped: 0.23ct Diamonds: 24 round cut: 0.16cttw Color: G Clarity: SI1 Ring Size: 6.5 (please allow up to 2 additional business days for sizi...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$4,800Sale Price|20% Off
HRD 14K 12.87 ct Natural Color Play Black Opal Diamonds Cocktail Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
"HRD 14K 12.87 ct Natural Color Play Black Opal Diamonds Cocktail Ring" This ring features a 12.87-carat natural black Opal with a color-play effect.
Black Opal, Opal, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
4.1Ct Black Opal Ring with Earth Mined Diamonds Accents: Solid 14K Gold, 19x9mm
Located in Columbus, OH
Specifications: Item Type: Ring Center Stone: Black Opal Treatment: Impregnated Weight: 4.15cts Head Size: 19x9mm Shape: Marquise Hardness: 5.5-6.5 Country of Origin: Ethiopia Meta...
Diamond, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Solid Australian Black Opal & Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring Size K / 5
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Stunning 18ct yellow gold ring featuring a petite, solid Australian black opal showcasing bright green and blue colours with two diamonds accented on the shoulders.
Black Opal, Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$4,013Sale Price|20% Off
Ring in Rose Gold with 1 Black Opal Oval and 38 Diamonds
By Thomas Leyser
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
This 18k rose gold (15.30g) ring is set with 1x fine Black Opal in magnificient firework colour (cabouchon cut, 18x10mm, 6.21ct) + 38x Diamonds (pavé, 1mm G/VS) Ringsize: 6 3/4
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Rose Gold
Dalmatian Puppy White & Black Diamonds 18K White Gold Dog Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.09x1.81x2.98cm Color: 18K White Gold 31 Black Diamonds 0.51 CT 72 White Diamonds 1.20 CT 2 Ruby 0.04 CT 18KW 9.12 GM 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Jewelry Ou...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold Art Deco Black Enamel Diamond Ring Setting, 1980
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This elegant ring setting is crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and features a refined, contemporary design with black enamel detailing.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$4,580Sale Price|20% Off
Black Opal & Diamond Halo Statement Cocktail Men's Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Elevate your jewelry collection with this breathtaking Black Opal Cabochon and Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold.
Diamond, Black Opal, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cabochon Cut Green Chrysoprase and Black Diamond 18 Karat Gold Cocktail Ring
By Annellino Fine Jewellery
Located in London, GB
White Diamond oval collars frame the 5.88ct cabochon cut stone to the Black Pave Diamond Shoulders.
Chrysophrase, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
White Gold Design Ring with White and Black Brilliant Diamonds
Located in AMSTELVEEN, NH
Diamonds: Naturally Shiny Weight: 1.50 carat Shape: Brilliant cut Colour: high white (F-G) and black (enhanced) Clarity: VS Quality: Very nice Jewel: Ring Weight: 11.4 gram Hallma...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold
Rose Gold Design Ring with White and Black Brilliant Diamonds
Located in AMSTELVEEN, NH
Diamonds: Naturally Shiny Weight: 0.80 carat Shape: Brilliant cut Colour: high white (F-G) and black (enhanced) Clarity: SI-P Quality: Very nice Jewel: Ring Weight: 6.5 gram Hallm...
Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold
Spinel Ring Diamond Cut Gold Plated Unisex Ring For Men Women Black Rings
Located in Chicago, IL
Spinel Ring Diamond Cut Gold Plated Unisex Ring For Men Women Black Rings Base Metal Sterling Silver Main Stone Color Black Metal Sterling Silver Main Stone Shape Round Metal Purity ...
Spinel, Sterling Silver
Olympus Art Certified, Gold, Diamond, Black Brown Diamond, New Age Antique Ring
By Olympus Art
Located in Istanbul, TR
18 Carat 750 Rose Gold 0.42 Carat Diamond Round 0.92 Carat Diamond Round Black - Brown
Brown Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold
Diana M 18K Black Gold 2.60cts Black Diamond Eternity Band
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18K Black Gold Eternity Band Featuring 2.60cts Of 22 Round Black Diamonds Diana M.
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold
2.28 Carat Australian Black Opal, Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring in 18k White Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A one-of-a-kind, beautiful addition to any fine jewelry wardrobe! Ring size 5-3/4; complimentary sizing as needed Australian Black Opal, 11.50 x 7.77 x 5.01mm, 2.28 carats 64 roun...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Platinum 5.50ctw GIA Australian Oval Black Opal Open Work Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Black Base / Nice Play of Green Blue & Flashed or Yellow & Orange Colors -5ct (exact) ** See Certific...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Italian Made 18KT rose Gold "Wave" Designer Ring Set with Black Diamonds
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Introducing the epitome of elegance and sophistication: our Italian Made 18KT Rose Gold "Wave" Designer Ring Set with a mesmerizing 5.85 carats of Black Diamonds.
Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Black Enamel Band Ring White Diamond French Lily Gold Plated Silver
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Enamel Band Ring White Diamond French Lily Gold Plated Silver Size Us 7 Fleur de lis band ring in 14k gold plated sterling silver, the wide band centred on a fleur de lis, the...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold Plate, Enamel, 14k Gold, Silver
TJD 2.0 Carat White & Treated Black Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Wide Band Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful multi row wide band ring features shimmering brilliant cut diamonds and treated black diamond in prong setting. crafted in 14 karat white gold.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
TJD 2.0 Carat White & Treated Black Diamond 14Karat White Gold Two Row Band Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful band ring features shimmering brilliant cut diamonds and treated black diamond in prong setting.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Men's 10K Yellow Gold 3/4 Carat 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, Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany and Co Black Enamel Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in beverly hills, CA
An extraordinary discovery from our estate collection, this remarkable black enamel and diamond ring has been meticulously crafted in 18K yellow gold by Tiffany & Co.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel
TJD 2.0 Carat White & Treated Black Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Wide Band Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful multi row wide band ring features shimmering baguette, brilliant cut diamonds and treated black diamond in prong & channel setting.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold 5.71 Carat White and Black Diamond Flexible Band Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat White Gold 5.71 Carat White and Black Diamond Flexible Band Ring This dynamic and rich black and white diamond flexible full band is marvelous.
Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Ruby & Diamond Large Flower Ring with Black Spinel 9 Carats
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
This modern style custom ring features a total weight of 9 carats diamonds and black spinels gemstones set as a floral style design.
Diamond, Spinel, Black Spinel, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Platinum 1.67ct Oval Cabochon Black Opal w/ Diamond Bypass Design Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Black Color w/ Wonderful Play of Green & Orange Colors - 1.46ct (exact - stamped) (14) Natural Genuine Diamon...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Salvini White & Black Diamonds Cocktail Band Ring 18K White Gold 1.40 Ctw SZ 6.5
By Salvini
Located in New York, NY
Shine bright with this diamond wide cocktail band ring. This ring showcases a polished look with its round-cut white and black diamonds in pave setting.
Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1ct White & Black Diamonds Triple Halo Cluster Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Encircling this brilliance, 0.50ct of natural round-cut black diamonds create a captivating frame, their mysterious depth enhancing the white diamonds’ sparkle with dramatic intensit...
Black Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
18 K White Gold Solitaire Ring White Topaz 13.53 Ct Black Diamonds
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
A real eye catcher this statement ring. The white cushion cut Topaz looks like a Diamond.
Black Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 3.12 Carat Oval Black Australian Opal and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Finely Detailed Vintage Oval Black Australian Opal and Diamond Platinum Solitaire Cocktail Vintage Ring.
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Men's 14K Yellow Gold Natural Black Star Sapphire Diamond Ring Size 12.5, 16.5g
Located in Carmel By The Sea, CA
Men's 14K Yellow Gold Natural Black Star Sapphire Diamond Ring, Textured Quilted Shank, Open Gallery, Size 12.5, 16.5g Bold ring crafted in 14-karat yellow gold, featuring a natural...
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Black Star, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat White Gold Diamond and Black Onyx Fashion Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat White Gold Diamond and Black Onyx Fashion Ring Brilliance and luster in collaboration with simplicity is what this gorgeous ring has to offer.
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,312Sale Price|20% Off
Baguette Diamond 0.19ct Black Enamel Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This dazzling Baguette Diamond Black Enamel Ring is a remarkable fusion of vintage flair and contemporary elegance.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Black and White Diamond Wide Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
We have set the black Diamonds in black Rhodium prongs giving the ring a stunning look.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium
$4,240Sale Price|20% Off
3.92 carats, Emerald Sugarloaf, Chalcedony, Black Onyx & Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Emerald, Chalcedony & Black Onyx Cocktail Ring set in 18K Yellow Gold & natural Diamonds.
Chalcedony, Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold
$4,112Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Black White Diamond White 14k Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring (Same Rung with Cognac Diamonds Available) Diamond 143-RND-1,93-G/VS1A Size 7 Weight 4,88 grams It is our honor to create fine jewelry, and it’s for that rea...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1950s Black Onyx and 1.68 Carat Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage black onyx and 1.68 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold cocktail ring; part of our diverse vintage jewelry collections.
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond & Black Enamel Work Saddle Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (3) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Nice Brilliant White Color - 0.24ctw (approx.) (2) Natural Genuine Emeralds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pro...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Zorab Creation 50.25 Carat Black Spinel and Diamonds Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
By Zorab Creation
Located in San Diego, CA
Marvel at the black, mysterious and opaque beauty that is Spinel. Zorab's 50.25 Carat Center Stone features this naturally reflective stone along with 1.52 Carats of Black Diamonds a...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Victorian Black Onyx Rose Cut Diamond Panel ring 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
This beautiful Black Onyx and Diamond ring is 1890 ca Skillful hand crafted throughout of solid 18 Kt gold with some silver portion Fantastic wide panel design expressed on a hand ca...
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Silver
David Webb Ring Diamond Gold Black Enamel Vintage Estate Jewelry
By David Webb
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This ring features an oval-shaped center made of sleek black enamel, with its inner section adorned with diamonds set in platinum.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18 Karat White Gold Diamond and Black Onyx Cocktail Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat White Gold Diamond and Black Onyx Cocktail Ring This ring offers a beautiful combination of brilliance and craftsmanship.
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Concentric Yellow Sapphire Ring in 18K Yellow Gold with Black and White Diamond
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This captivating 18K yellow gold ring features a mesmerizing 2.64-carat yellow sapphire at its center, surrounded by concentric rings of brilliant white diamonds and black diamonds t...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
TJD 1.0 Carat White & Treated Black Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Halo Band Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Elegantly designed by our skillful artisans in 14 Karat yellow gold and studded with 133 brilliant cut round white diamond and treated black diamond in prong setting.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Steven Battelle Rose Cut 7.3 Carat Black Diamond Granulated Silver Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A 10 mm rose cut domed black diamond is surrounded by radiating large to small "jawan" handmade granulation set on a simple matte-finish size 8 shank. The shank can be resized within...
Black Diamond, Gold, Silver
$3,472Sale Price|20% Off
3.44ct Black & White Diamond Ring Made In 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:4.323g,D:3.44ct,
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Black Enamel Diamond Stackable Band Ring 14k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Black Enamel Diamond Ring in 14k Gold. A fun, colorful, and personalized addition to your ring stack!
Diamond, Gold-filled, Enamel, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
1.5 Carat Natural Purple Amethyst 0.52 Carat Black Diamonds 18 Karat Gold Ring
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
1.5 carat natural purple Amethyst adorned by a double halo of black diamonds for a total carat weight of 0.52 carats, conceived in a hand made 18k white gold ring, black rhodium plat...
Amethyst, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$3,596Sale Price|20% Off
Baroque Pearl Diamond Sapphire Ring in 18K Rhodium Black Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The band's intricate patterns in rhodium black gold envelop the finger in luxurious style, making this ring not just a piece of jewelry, but a statement of elegance and artistry.
South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, Rhodium
Smoky Quartz and Diamonds Eighteen Karat Black Solid Gold Contemporary Ring
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary ring in 18 karat black gold with diamonds and a large smoky quartz (octagon) was featured in a published issue of Vogue UA.
Diamond, White Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k 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.
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