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Coral and Onyx Sautoir
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
beads and drape from a large tubular coral bead accented with onyx and a yellow gold cup detailed with
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21st Century and Contemporary American Rope Necklaces

Materials

Black Diamond, Coral, Onyx, 14k Gold

Set in 18K Gold, Tanzanite, Rock crystal, Black Onyx Diamonds Stud Earrings
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Ring ✦ Gemstone Weight: 3.58 ct. Approx. ✦ Gemstone: Black Onyx ✦ Gemstone Cut: Custom cut for this
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Rock Crystal, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

Ornate Jadeite Onyx Diamond Necklace
Located in Cincinnati, OH
. 3 oval carved jadeite pieces in main part of necklace. Black onyx accents. Decorative link chain
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Onyx, 14k Gold

Art Deco Onyx Moss Agate 14 Karat Gold Link Bracelet, circa 1930
Located in Philadelphia, PA
ring clasp Stamped 14K for 14 karat gold Circa: 1930s Length: 7 3/4 inches Width at widest: 1 inch
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Agate, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Marina J. Double Onyx and Pearl Earrings with 14 Karat Gold Leverback and Wire
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
made from 14k yellow gold. The onyx ring contrasts with the glowing white pearl beautifully, which is
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold

Art Deco 1920 Antique Pendant Brooch 18kt Gold with 29.58 Ctw Moonstone Onyx
Located in Miami, FL
gold of 18 and 14 karats with different textured finishes. Fitted at the reverse with a hinged stem bar
Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marina J. Pink Coral Onyx, and Jade Drop Earrings with 14 Karat Gold Lever-Backs
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
onyx rings. They measure about 2.25 inches long, which will hang beautifully and compliment any look
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Coral, Jade, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

WALTER LAMPL Art Deco Onyx and Carved Jade "Butterfly and Flower" Bracelet
By Walter Lampl
Located in Narberth, PA
"coin" links, and two larger carved jade rings, the latter of which are set with a smooth onyx ring at
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Jade, Onyx, 14k Gold

Art Deco Onyx 5.20 Carats Diamond Aquamarine Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
spring ring clasp - tested and marked for 14 karat gold Pendant is stamped PLATINUM Circa: 1930s
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Pl...

Marina J. Baroque White, Grey and Black Pearl Sautoir with 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Marina J. presents a magnificent baroque white, grey & black pearl sautoir with 14k yellow gold
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Spin...

Tiffany Co. 14 K Yellow Gold Black Onyx Signet Ring Size 10.25 #15243
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co. 14 Karat Yellow Gold Black Onyx Signet Ring Size 10.25- This elegant signet ring by
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20th Century Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Horizontal Black Onyx Signet Ring
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage 14 karat yellow gold and black onyx horizontal signet ring. This ring features an oval
Category

Antique 1880s Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Black Onyx Ring with Diamond 14k Rose Gold
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This awesome black onyx ring is set in 14K rose gold. It is large and covers the finger quit
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Vintage 1940s British Artisan Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Amethyst Black Onyx Ring, 14K Yellow Gold, Ring, Stackable Amethyst
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage 14 karat yellow gold amethyst and black onyx ring. This stackable ring features a bezel
Category

Vintage 1970s Band Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Amethyst Black Onyx Horizontal Ring
Located in McLeansville, NC
Vintage 14 karat yellow gold amethyst and black onyx horizontal ring. This ring features a 10 x 6mm
Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Retro Signet Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.30ctw Large Black Onyx Diamond Signet Ring, 14k Yellow Gold, Ring
Located in McLeansville, NC
. Crafted in 14K yellow gold, this ring features a round black onyx center stone surrounded by diamond
Category

Vintage 1980s Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Old European Diamond Black Onyx Ring 14K Gold .75ct
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This vintage circa 1940s ring is made in solid 14K Yellow Gold. The center Old European cut
Category

Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Black Onyx Diamond Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
This Art Deco Skyscraper style ring features a square central black onyx with a stepped detailing
Category

Vintage 1970s American Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold

Men s Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Black Onyx Ring Size 8
Located in New York, NY
. Key Features: Material: 14k Yellow Gold Gemstone: Black Onyx Cabochon Gemstone Size: 9mm x 18mm Ring
Category

20th Century American Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Black Onyx Mother of Pearl Geometric Signet Ring, 14k Yellow Gold, Ring
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage 14 karat yellow gold black onyx and mother of pearl geometric signet ring. This gent's
Category

Vintage 1970s Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Black Onyx Square 14k Yellow Gold Ring By Goldmaster Circa 1970
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage black onyx square yellow gold ring made by Goldmaster, circa 1970. When examining the
Category

Vintage 1970s Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Gold Vintage Modernist Inlaid Onyx Ring
Located in Venice, CA
An unusually shaped version of a signet ring, with black onyx masterfully inlaid, creating the
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Modernist Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ring onyx and diamonds 14k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14 kt white gold ring with onyx and single cut diamond 0.06 ct F/G VS-SI - ring size 5 (15.5/49
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2010s German Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Black Onyx Ring
By Gregory Mikaelian Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k yellow gold black onyx ring with a cabachon black onyx 12 x 15, ring size is 6 and can be sized
Category

2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold

14ct Yellow Gold Black Onyx Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A stylish and modern ring crafted in luxurious 14ct yellow gold, featuring a black onyx gemstone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1940s Black Onyx Pearl Gold Ring
Located in Dallas, TX
Circa 1940, beautiful and timeless. Size 2 1/2.
Category

Vintage 1940s More Rings

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men’s 14K Yellow Gold Onyx Malachite Signet Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Men Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 9.50 Width: 16.95 mm Tapering to 5.05 mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Signet Rings

Materials

Malachite, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Black Onyx Diamond Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
14k gold ring, with diamonds, black & white carved onyx top. Ring size - 3.5, ring top - 26mm x
Category

20th Century More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold

Black Onyx Diamond Dome Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1960 high dome well-polished black Onyx with bright shiny well cut diamonds around it in a 14k
Category

Vintage 1960s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Old European Cut Diamond, Black Onyx in 14K Yellow Gold Vintage Ring
Located in Derby, NY
This vintage ring features a stunning half-carat old European cut diamond and black onyx, set in a
Category

20th Century Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Clyde Duneier 14K Yellow Gold Trillion Cut Black Onyx Ring Size 6.25
Located in Eagan, MN
CID" which is Clyde Duneier's hallmark. It has a beautiful Trillion cut Black Onyx stone with the 14k
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

New 14k Rose Gold Over Sterling Silver Black Onyx Statement Ring Size 7
Located in Eagan, MN
with 14k Rose Gold and is a very high polish finish. The ring is a size 7. The weight in grams is
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2010s Unknown Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Rose Gold

0.10ctw Old European Cut Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Rectangular Black Onyx Ring
Located in Sewickley, PA
This antique 14k yellow gold ring, accented with a white gold top, presents a refined example of
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Late 20th Century American Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Black Onyx Signet Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
14 Karat Yellow Gold Black Onyx Signet Ring Designer: custom design Material: 14K yellow gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ring Onyx and Diamonds 14k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14kt white gold ring set with onyx and single cut diamonds total approx. 0.15ct F/G VS/SI
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, White Gold

Antique Onyx Diamond Bird Conversion Ring of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
ring. The 14k gold ring features a tri-color gold bird with a 0.05ct diamond "egg" atop a striking
Category

Vintage 1910s Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold

Solitaire Diamond Black Onyx Yellow Gold Men’s Ring
Located in New York, NY
This stunning vintage men's ring is made in 14k yellow gold and features a circular black Onyx
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Vintage 1980s American More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rigoberto Onyx Gold Ring
By Rigoberto
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rigoberto Onyx and Gold Ring Onyx and gold ring by Rigoberto circa 2000. The design features
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Early 2000s American Modernist Band Rings

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold

1.00cttw Round Diamond Onyx Ladies Cocktail Ring 14k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
polished 14k white gold. The ring size is 7.5 and the weight is 11.75 grams. Top width: 16.9 mm. One of a
Category

2010s Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

Onyx and Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold, circa 1970s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
in 14K yellow gold. The centerpiece features a glossy black onyx stone, providing a bold and dramatic
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20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage 14K Floating Diamond Onyx Ring
Located in Henderson, NV
Vintage octagonal shape ring crafted in 14K yellow and white gold, featuring a bezel set diamond
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Black Onyx Textured Gold Unisex Belt-Buckle Ring
Located in New York, NY
A vintage belt-buckle ring made in 14k textured yellow gold and featuring a black onyx inlay in 14k
Category

Vintage 1960s American More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ring with onyx and diamonds 14k yellow gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold ring 835 silver head set with onyx and rose diamonds. 0.20ct - G/H - SI - ring size
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2010s Dutch Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Art Deco Old Mine Cut Diamond Black Onyx Ring 14K White Gold Wedding Victorian
Located in New York, NY
This is a very special Victorian, Art Deco Ring with a rectangular Black Onyx, a central Old Mine
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Bridal Rings

Materials

Onyx, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Antique 18 Karat Gold Diamond and Black Onyx Ring
Located in McLeansville, NC
An antique 18 karat gold diamond and black onyx ring. A rectangular design with an off-set lozenge
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Gold

Art Deco Style Carved Jade and Black Onyx 14k White Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classic and elegant ring composed of an oval engraved Black Onyx cabochon surmounted by a stylized
Category

2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

1880 Victorian Black Onyx and Pearl Rose Gold Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a spectacular Victorian ring crafted in 14K Rose Gold showcasing a rectangular black-onyx
Category

Antique 1880s Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

2.23Cttw Round Diamond Onyx Wide Band Cocktail Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
This bold and beautiful ring features pave set round cut diamonds with black onyx set in a
Category

2010s Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Filigree Black Onyx Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
14k white gold setting. Pierced tops and sides. One 16.3 x 7.2mm black custom cut Onyx, approx. total
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Vintage 1930s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold and Black Onyx Edwardian Style Ring
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Bold and stylish, this polished Black Onyx Stone is mounted and framed in 14K Yellow Gold crafted
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Vintage 1980s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Roman Head Carved Black Onyx Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k yellow gold Roman Head carved black onyx ring, ring size is 9.5
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Artisan Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mens Signet Black Onyx Eagle Ring
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Product Summary ♥ Stone: Onyx Band Material: 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 11 grams Dimensions: 17mm
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21st Century and Contemporary American Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Egyptian Revival Black Onyx Pharaoh Ring
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This Egyptian Revival Black Onyx Pharaoh Ring is set in tri-color gold with alot of detail. The
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Vintage 1960s Italian Egyptian Revival Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold

Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Antique Rectangle Cabochon Onyx Unisex Fashion Ring
Located in Addison, TX
in the message section. Item Details: Ring Size: 8 Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold (If no hallmark
Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1950s Gentleman s Onyx Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gentleman’s mid-century onyx and gold ring circa 1950. Featuring a buff-top black onyx in a stepped
Category

Vintage 1950s American Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold

Art Deco Style Jade Black Onyx Diamonds Gold Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
gold ,black Onyx small parts and 3 full cut diamonds . In 1978 our workshop started in Italy to make
Category

2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold

Art Deco 14 Karat Gold Filigree Black Onyx Diamond Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
This absolutely beautiful Art Deco ring is in 14k white gold with delicate filigree details framing
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

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14k Gold Black Onyx Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate 14k gold black onyx ring for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 14k Gold and Yellow Gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect 14k gold black onyx ring among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a 14k gold black onyx ring has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Tutti Frutti Jewellery, DRU. and Sarah Ventura are consistently popular. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and cabochon alternatives. When shopping for a 14k gold black onyx ring, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a 14k Gold Black Onyx Ring?

The price for a 14k gold black onyx ring starts at $195 and tops out at $32,500 with these rings, on average, selling for $1,273.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

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.

Finding the Right Rings for You

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 ringsvintage 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.