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
10K Yellow Gold 1 1/4ct White & Treated Black Diamond Octagonal Halo Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Product Features: Diamond Type: Natural Color Treated Black Diamonds Diamond Count: 86 Round-Cut Diamonds Diamond Color: Black Diamond Clarity: I2-I3 Diamond Weight: 1.25 cttw Diamo...
Blue Diamond, Black Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Ring with Black Star Sapphire and Baguette Diamond Accents
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A bold and distinctive men’s ring crafted in rich 18K yellow gold, featuring a captivating oval cabochon black star sapphire at its center.
Diamond, Sapphire, Star Sapphire, Black Star, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Black and White Diamond Two-Tone Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer 18 Karat White Gold Thin Band Ring is all handmade in a unique two-tone look. The gorgeous band features brilliant cut white diamonds total weight of 0.78 Carat, ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, Bro...
Wide Multi Row Diamond Band Ring in 14k Black Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k White Gold with black rhodeum Diamond Carat Weight: 2.39 Diamond Color: G-H Diamond Clarity: SI1-SI2 Ring Width: 20.7 mm Ring Size: 7 (resizabl...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
$27,000Sale Price|33% Off
10.98 Carat Lightning Ridge Oval Black Opal and Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
This stunning cocktail ring showcases a beautiful 10.98 Carat Lightning Ridge Oval Black Opal with a Diamond Halo on a Diamond Shank.
Diamond, Black Opal, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,560Sale Price / item|20% Off
Timeless 1.66 Carat Emerald-Cut Black Diamond Solitaire Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This solitaire ring showcases a 1.66 carat emerald-cut black diamond set in 14k yellow gold.
Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,480Sale Price|20% Off
11.26 Carats, Natural Zambian Emerald, Black Enamel & Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Emerald & Black Enamel Cocktail / Engagement Ring set in 18K Gold & Diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Enamel
White Gold Black Diamond Cluster Halo Cocktail Ring - 14k Round .50ctw Treated
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Sizing Fee: Up 2 1/2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 1/2 sizes for $30 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Treatment: Color Enhanced (black) Carat(s):...
Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Black Onyx Green Chalcedony Diamond 18K Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Fairfax, VA
This rare and distinctive vintage Van Cleef & Arpels cocktail ring is crafted in 18K gold and featuring black onyx, green chalcedony, and diamond pavé.
Diamond, 18k Gold
18ct Gold & Platinum, Deco Style Black Opal and Diamond Oval Shaped Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Black Opal Cluster Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Tested Circa 2000s This exquisite Art Deco-inspired ring showcases a striking oval-shaped cluster design, expertly crafte...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
$24,000Sale Price|56% Off
NWT $55, 000 Rare 18KT Gold Large Boulder Black Opal Fancy Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Following Items we are offering is a Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Glistening Australian Black Opal and Diamond Gorgeous Pendant. Pendant features a Magnificent Rare Color Cha...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Wide Flat Band Black Diamonds Pavé Stackable Ring
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
Solid 18k gold wide band ring, flat profile, stackable rings, with approximately 0.40 carat of Black diamond Pave' line, hand set, comfortable fit, bold modern design, clean solid go...
Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,664Sale Price|30% Off
14K Yellow Gold Retro Black Opal Diamond Ring, Circa 1990s, Size 9
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Black Opal Diamond Ring. A striking ring with diamonds channel-set diagonally at the center and triangle-shaped black opal inlays.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Zorab Creation Twin Frogs Designer Ring in Ruby, White, Black and Brown Diamonds
By Zorab Creation
Located in San Diego, CA
Twin Frogs holding a round shaped 8.55 carats Ruby cabochon, high quality craftsmanship. 1.02 carats Black Diamond, 0.69 carats Brown Diamond and 0.41 carats White Diamonds embedded ...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Palladium
GIA Certified 5.75 Carats Natural Black Opal & Yellow Diamond Fashion Ring
Located in New York, NY
A one-of-a-kind fashion ring, showcasing a GIA certified 5.75 carats black natural opal with a freeform shape and no indications of heat treatment, set on an extremely rare prong set...
Yellow Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$1,778Sale Price|20% Off
New Made 18k Gold Natural White And Black Diamond Band Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
Totally is black diamond 0.27 ct. Ring size is US 6.5 We can make any size.
Diamond, 18k Gold
White Gold Black Diamond Halo Engagement Ring - 14k Cushion Rose 1.37ctw Treated
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 Sizing Fee: Up 1 1/2 sizes for $35 or Down 1 size for $35 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Treatment: Color Enhanced Carat(s): .87ct Cut: C...
Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Le Vian Black Diamond Knot Band - White Gold 14k Rd 1.00ctw Ring Treated
By Le Vian
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $80 or Down 1 size for $60 Brand: Le Vian Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Treatment: Color Enhanced Carat(s): ...
Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural South Sea Pearl Black White Diamond 14 Katat White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Natural South Sea Pearl Black White Diamond 14 Katat White Gold Cocktail Ring Metal: 14 Karat White Gold Primary Stones: Natural South Sea Pearl 11 mm Accent Stones: Natural Black...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Roman Malakov 2.35 Carat Total Round Cut Black & White Diamond Dome Fashion Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A exquisite fashion ring, showcasing round cut black diamonds weighing 1.68 carats total, set on a domed micropavé design in a half-way setting.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Multi Strand Black Diamond Yellow Sapphire Ruby Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Gold 18K White Gold 20.41g Black Diamond 1.02ct Yellow Sapphire 2.08ct Ruby 1.42ct Size US7.25
Black Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold Vintage Black Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14k white gold Diamonds: 1 round brilliant cut = .03ct Color: H Clarity: SI Ring Size: 6.5 (please allow up to 2 additional business days for sizing reque...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
David Yurman Wheaton Black Onyx & Diamond Sterling Silver Ring
By David Yurman
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
David Yurman Wheaton Black Onyx & Diamond Sterling Silver Ring is a stunning piece that embodies elegance and modern sophistication.
RUCHI 11.63 Carat Colombian Emerald & Diamond Black Gold Cocktail Ring
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K Black Gold Emerald- 11.63ct Total Weight Diamond- 0.90ct Total Weight All Diamonds are G-H/SI
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
18 Karat White Gold Black & White Diamond Dome Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18k white gold Diamond: 174 round cut = 2.44cttw Color: G Clarity: SI1-2 Diamond: 152 round cut = 0.76cttw Color: black Ring Size: 7.25 Width: 16.8 mm Weig...
Made in Italy 18K White Gold White Black Diamond Two-Finger Empowerment Ring
By Beatrice Barzaghi Milano
Located in Milan, IT
Made in Italy 18K White Gold White Black Diamond Two-Finger Empowerment Ring. Unlock Your Divine Potential with the Via Lattea ring.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Purple Amethyst Green Tsavorite Blue Sapphire Black Diamonds 14K White Gold Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
A vibrant display of color and form. This striking ring features an array of vivid gemstones in a harmonious blend of green, purple, and blue hues.
Amethyst, Black Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, 14k Gold, White Gold
Golden Opal, Pink Sapphire, Diamond and Black Enamel Cocktail Ring in Platinum
Located in Bloomington, MN
Golden Opal, Pink Sapphire, Diamond and Black Enamel Cocktail Ring in Platinum A striking cocktail ring centered by a 4.31-carat oval golden opal, framed in glossy black enamel for ...
Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, Platinum, Enamel
Alex Jona Black and Brown Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Eternity Band Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold ring, set with 0.36 carats of black and brown diamonds.
Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Orange Amber Citrine Black Diamond Halo Set Rose Gold Statement Cocktail Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
This captivating piece features a large, faceted oval citrine in a warm golden hue, set in a delicate rose gold band. The intricate setting enhances the stone's brilliance, creating ...
Citrine, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Tresor Bespoke 4 Carat Diamond Black White 18 Karat Gold Cocktail Skull Ring
By Tresor Paris
Located in London, GB
Made by Tresor Paris this Contemporary and extraordinary ring has a total of 4.03 Carats featuring 2.25 carat of Black Diamonds with magnificent 1.78 carat White Round Cut Diamonds W...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14k Gold Cabochon Black Vein Turquoise & Diamond Enamel Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Turquoise - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - 16x11.9mm (approx.) (8) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - 2.3mm - 0.40ctw (ap...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold
Art Deco Style Black White Diamond Square Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Style Black White Diamond Square Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural diamonds of 0.65 carats.
Diamond, Black Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
$5,960Sale Price|20% Off
Syna Yellow Gold Ring with Peridot, Black Onyx and Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Peridot 2.50 carats approx. Black Onyx 1.80 carats approx. Diamonds 0.90 carat approx.
Diamond, Onyx, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chanel Ultra Black Ceramic Diamond White Gold Flex Ring Size 59
By Chanel
Located in istanbul, TR
Modern elegance meets timeless luxury in this stunning preloved Chanel Ultra ring, crafted from sleek black ceramic and polished 18K white gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Rose Gold White and Black Diamond Long Wide 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, Rose Gold, Yellow...
18ct White Gold Pave Set Black Diamond Skull With Ruby Eyes Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
18ct white gold, pave set black diamond skull ring is definitely jaw dropping, literally.
Black Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,963 / item
Black Diamond 14K (18K Custom) Rose Gold Band Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This sleek and sophisticated 14K (18K Custom) Rose Gold band ring features five sparkling black diamonds, each beautifully set to create a minimalist yet captivating design.
14k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Black Onyx Diamond Two-Tone Ring in 14k Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our Vintage Black Onyx Diamond Two-Tone Ring in 14K Gold, a stunning piece of jewelry that showcases the perfect blend of elegance and style.
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Set in 18K Gold, Zambian Emerald, Black Enamel & Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Emerald & Black Enamel Engagement Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Enamel
18 K White Gold Moonstone Black White Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Very unusual 18 K white Gold Cocktail Ring featuring 3 lovely Moonstones Cabochons weighing 6.63 ct surrounded by black Diamonds weighing 0.65 ct in a black rhodium setting.
White Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum J. E. Caldwell Natural Black Opal and Diamond Ring
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum J. E. Caldwell Natural Black Opal and Diamond Ring. This unbelievable Art Deco J.
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
6.94 Carat Emerald Cut Ruby & Diamond 18K Black Bezel Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
6.94 carat emerald cut natural Thai ruby and 1.65 carat baguette diamond 18K yellow gold and black gold bezel cocktail ring, featuring the vivid purplish red ruby in a yellow gold be...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Black and White Diamond Knife Edge Twist Ring in 18K White and Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
Asymmetric 18ct yellow gold, black and white diamond ring with a knife edge twisted band.
Diamond, Black Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Milky Cabochon Quartz Gemstone Black Diamond 18 Karat Gold Made in Italy Ring
By Elisa Pozza by PETRONILLA
Located in Bussolengo, Verona
Made in Italy Quartz Gemstone Black Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring This ring in white gold has a quartz cabochon cut and along the side there are a total of 0.47 ct of black diamonds.
Black Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold
Black Pearl and Pavé Diamond Elongated Spiral Cocktail Ring 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 7 This captivating black pearl and diamond cocktail ring boasts a mesmerizing spiral design and set in luxurious 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Rose Gold Black and White Diamond Spiral Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Rose Gold Black and White Diamond Ring are all handmade in a unique Spiral design and have set the black diamonds in Black Rhodium prongs giving it a stu...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, Ru...
White Stone, Black Agate, Tsavorite, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, CE
Fantastic ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a plat of black agate and on it a flower of white stone with a flower of tsavorite..
Agate, Diamond, Tsavorite, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
$12,400Sale Price|20% Off
Huge 18K White Gold Dome Ring with apprx. 17cts of Black & White Diamond Stripes
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This huge, high quality 18K white gold, dome ring is set with rows of alternating white and black modern brilliant cut diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.8 Carat Black and White Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold, Size 7
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 0.8 Carat Black and White Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold Size 7 18 K gold 10.4 Grams, Stamped 750 for 18 K gold This is a Engagement band from our premium wedding...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Venice Collection: White & Gold Diamond Ring Designed with Black Enamel
By GADI ALTMAN
Located in רמת גן, IL
SKU# 4006114 18k white and rose gold diamond ring designed with black enamel. the ring has a bold and striking contrast that draws the eye in.
Diamond, Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
0.30 Carats Black and White Diamonds 18K Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Unisex Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection, Art Deco Style 18 Karat Yellow Gold 0.08 Karat White Diamonds 0.22 Karat Black Diamond "Cubes" Design Band Ring An amazing Art Deco style band rin...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.50Cttw Round Cut Diamond Ladies Ring Black Rhodium Ring 18K White Gold Sz 6.25
Located in New York, NY
Black Rhodium. Total diamond weight: 0.50 carat.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium
0.40 ct Natural Black & White Diamond Ring set in 18k White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
A modern ring featuring a series of round-cut natural white and black diamonds, totaling approximately 0.4 carats.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari Bvlgari Serpenti Snake Viper Black Onyx & Diamond Pave 18K Gold Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Tysons, VA
Bulgari Serpenti Viper ring crafted in luxurious 18K gold and accented with rich black onyx and brilliant natural diamonds.
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold White Black and Diamond Greek Key Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
It has 63 Brilliant Cut White and Black Diamonds total weight of 0.69. The quality of the stones and workmanship is outstanding and is all handmade in our workshop in Athens Greece.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium
Antique Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Black Enamel 10K Yellow Gold
Located in Fairfield, CT
Antique Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Black Enamel 10K Yellow Gold This antique ring features an approximately 0.50-carat old European cut diamond set in 10K yellow gold.
Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,187Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Black White Diamond Hoop White 14k Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 10-RND-0,08-G/VS1A Diamond 53-RND-0,53-G/VS1A Size 6,5 Weight 3,44 grams It is our honor to create fine jewelry, and it...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
IO SI Scavia Italian Designer 4.75 Carat White and Black Diamond Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Very Unusual Bypass Ring The ring is 18K White Gold There is 2.50 Carats in Black Diamonds There is 2.25 Carats in White Diamonds F VS The ring is by an Italian Designer IO SI Scavia.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, 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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