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Pale Darkness Black White Natural Diamond Oval Cut Engagement Ring
Located in רמת גן, IL
-Total Carat Weight: 7.50 carats -14K Rose Gold -Size: Resizable Notes: - All diamonds are natural
Category

2010s Israeli Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

18K Rose Gold 3.38 K White Diamonds 3.17 K Fancy Diamonds 0.50 K Black Dia Ring
Located in Genoa, IT
Expertise. Handcrafted in 18 K Rose gold features white, fancy and black diamonds. 18 K Rose Gold 23.00
Category

2010s Italian Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rose Gold and Diamonds Cherry Ring
By Susana Lang
Located in London, GB
Hand made in 9 karat Rose gold this dainty little ring has 2 Diamonds making up the Cherries which
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Udozzo, 18 Karat Rose Gold Men Ladies Brilliant Cut Diamonds Statement Ring
Located in Geisenfeld, DE
Details Diamond Ring 18ct Rose Gold 218 brilliant-cut diamonds totalling 3,92 ct, black
Category

2010s German Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Oval Cut Curved Diamond Engagement Ring with Black Diamonds and Wedding Band
By Valentina Fine Jewellery
Located in Sai Kung District, HK
Curved oval diamond and black diamond engagement ring and matching wedding band. Bespoke hand
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire...

Natural 2 Carats Round Black Diamond Art Deco 14k Rose Gold Diamond Ring
Located in רמת גן, IL
Bow-Tie - Art Deco Natural Black & White Round Diamond Ring featuring Round cut diamonds. This
Category

2010s Israeli Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Maniamania Sacred Engagement Ring in Champagne Rose Cut Diamond and White Gold
By MANIAMANIA
Located in Sydney, NSW
rose cut white diamonds, giving the ring a sophisticated romance. It has a mystical elegance and
Category

2010s American Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold

Maniamania Ritual Engagement Ring in 14k Gold with Rose Cut Champagne Diamond
By MANIAMANIA
Located in Sydney, NSW
MANIAMANIA Ritual Engagement ring in 14k Yellow Gold with 7x5mm pear-shaped rose cut Champagne
Category

2010s American Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique Edwardian Era Rose Cut Diamond 14 Karat Gold Shield Ring
Located in Crownsville, MD
condition. Ring is unmarked but tested as solid 14K gold. The diamonds are backed with silver, and the
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Black Diamond Curved Matching Band with 0.68 Carats Marquise Cuts in Rose Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Marquise Curved Matching Band, Black Diamond Ring, Rose Gold Ring, Black Diamond, Natural Black
Category

2010s Israeli Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Maniamania Sacred Engagement Ring in Champagne Rose Cut Diamond and Yellow Gold
By MANIAMANIA
Located in Sydney, NSW
formed by the two pear shaped center rose cut white diamonds, giving the ring a sophisticated romance. It
Category

2010s American Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Maniamania Ritual Ring in 14k Yellow Gold with Rose Cut White Diamond
By MANIAMANIA
Located in Sydney, NSW
MANIAMANIA Ritual Ring in 14k Yellow Gold with 7x5mm pear-shaped rose cut White Diamond (0.55
Category

2010s American Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold Black Diamond Ring Made in Italy with Box
Located in MIlan, IT
18 Karat Rose gold ring set with 2,12 carats of black diamonds round cut and a center stone 0,51
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Lynx Floral Natural Black Diamond Round Cut Engagement Ring - 3.15 Ct
Located in רמת גן, IL
-Total Carat Weight: 3.15 Carats -14K Rose Gold -Size: Resizable Notes: - All diamonds are natural
Category

2010s Israeli Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

18K Black Rhodium Rose Gold Tsavorite Pink Sapphire Amethyst with Diamond Ring
Located in Central, HK
A stunning and stylish three-dimensional rose ring, set with brillant-cut of diamond , brown
Category

2010s Hong Kong Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Tsavorite, Rose Gold, Rhodium

Late Georgian, Early Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, 1840s
Located in Antwerp, BE
. Diamond(s): 19 rose cut diamonds. We do not have the weight of the diamonds which is normal in our trade
Category

Antique 1840s Belgian Georgian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Luca Jouel One Only 5.47 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Ring in Gold and Platinum
By Luca Jouel
Located in South Perth, AU
one of a kind ring made of 18ct yellow gold and platinum features a stunning rose cut pear diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

18 Karat Rose Gold Cushion Black Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring
By Shimansky
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully handcrafted 18 Karat Rose Gold Cocktail Ring. Cushion Cut Black Diamond 3.84 ct
Category

2010s South African Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, 18k Gold

Mini Waves Ring in 18kt Rose Gold with Brown Diamonds and Black Rhodium
By Bigli
Located in Oudenaarde, BE
Mini Waves Ring in 18kt rose gold with brown diamonds (Clarity VS1-VS2 TW) Reference: 23R186Rbrdbr
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Rhodium

Fancy Colored Diamond Butterfly Cocktail Ring in 18K Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
, black and white brilliant cut diamonds all over the butterfly design for a beatiful accent. The band has
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold and Black Diamond Stacking Square Ring
By DRU.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique in its shape and style, this 18k rose gold and black diamond ring is meant to be stacked
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, 18k Gold

Set of 3 Mini Waves Rings in Rose Gold with White, Brown and Black Diamonds
By Bigli
Located in Oudenaarde, BE
Mini Waves Ring in 18kt rose gold with black diamonds (Clarity VS1-VS2 TW) Mini Waves Ring in 18kt
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Ro...

Rose Opal Black Enamel Diamond Cocktail Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Andreoli
Located in New York, NY
Rose Opal Black Enamel Diamond Cocktail Ring 18 Karat White Gold. This ring features rose opal top
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian 18ct Gold Rose Cut Diamond Forget Me Not Mourning Ring, Circa 1869
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A very pretty Victorian 18ct yellow gold, rose cut diamond and black enamel mourning ring dating
Category

Antique 1860s English High Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alessa Black Diamond Spear Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold Amara Collection
By Alessa
Located in London, GB
". Product Name: Spear Ring Diamonds: Colorless 0.575 cts Black 1.32 cts Metal: 18K Rose Gold Collection
Category

2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Luca Jouel Black Diamond Floral Cigar Band Ring in 18 Carat Rose Gold
By Luca Jouel
Located in South Perth, AU
collection, designed and custom made in Australia. Round brilliant cut diamonds: black colour, heat treated
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Alex Soldier Diamond, Rose Gold “Lace” Ring
By Alex Soldier
Located in Pleasant Hill, CA
Featuring 126 round-cut rubies, 12.00 ct. tw., (78) round-cut black diamonds, 6.00 cts. tw
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18ct Rose Gold Pearl and Diamond Onyx Ring
Located in Sydney, NSW
diamonds bordering black onyx, complemented by a beautiful polished finish design. Pearl Weight: 0.10g
Category

2010s Australian Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

18k Rose Gold Evil Eye Ring with Blue and White Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
Evil eye ring set in 18k rose gold with 0.15 carats black diamond, 0.26 carats blue diamonds and
Category

2010s Greek Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Black Diamond, Rose Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold Ring Set with Black and White Diamonds Made in Italy
Located in MIlan, IT
18 Karat Rose Gold Black And White Diamond ring set with 0,60 carats of Black diamonds and 0,15
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Aesthetic Movement Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

39.08ct Black Diamond Snake Cocktail Bypass Ring
Located in Valenza, IT
yellow gold, this wrap ring is shaped in a diamond-pavé snake clenching a sizable black diamond between
Category

2010s Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

6.74 Carat Total Weight Diamond Double Dolphin 18K Rose Black Gold Bypass Ring
Located in Fuquay Varina, NC
18k rose and black rhodium gold. Talk about a conversation piece. Hallmarks: 750, 3 Total Diamonds
Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Black Diamonds Pavè Monkey Hugging Chimp Fashion Ring
Located in Valenza, IT
main goals. The black monkey ring is made of 18-karat rose gold and set with black diamonds. The cute
Category

2010s Italian Artisan Fashion Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Brown Diamond Ring in 18kt Rose Gold by Bigli
By Bigli
Located in Oudenaarde, BE
Mini Waves Ring in 18kt rose gold with brown diamonds (Clarity VS1-VS2 TW) Reference: 23R185Rbrdia
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Tahitian Pearl Diamond Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Melbourne, FL
weight of round brilliant cut diamonds. The ring is a size 6 1/2 and it can be resized.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

50.79gr Three-Finger Black Diamond Pavè Monkey Fashion Ring
Located in Valenza, IT
ring is made of 18-karat rose gold and set with 9.32 ct black diamonds. When you wear this three-monkey
Category

2010s Italian Artisan Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18ct Rose Gold Sapphire and Diamond Onyx Ring
Located in Sydney, NSW
cut diamonds bordered by black onyx, complemented by a stunning polished finish design. Sapphire
Category

2010s Australian Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Sapphire, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Ananta Sesha Ring in 14 Karat Rose Gold with 0.31ct Cognac Diamond
By Selda Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
prosperity. Ananta sesha ring in 14k rose gold with 0.31ct cognac diamond by selda jewellery Additional
Category

2010s Turkish Modern More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Ecksand 18k Rose Gold Diamond Trio Butterfly Ring
By Ecksand
Located in Montreal, QC
Into the wild. This diamond butterfly ring from Ecksand's Wild collection is a playful jewel
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Black Enamel Pave Diamond Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This rare 18K Rose Gold Ring is inlay-ed with black French enameling and has 20 pave-set Diamonds
Category

2010s American Georgian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

14k Rose Gold Small Rose Blossom Engagement Ring, Oval Sapphire Diamond SI
Located in Toronto, ON
strike through. The two full bloom roses with black diamond pistil are placed along with the sprinkle of
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Black Enamel Oval Center Diamond Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This rare 18K Rose Gold Ring is inlay-ed with black French enameling and has 0.23cts of Diamonds
Category

2010s American Artisan Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Fashion Rose Cut Ruby Carat 0.20 Heart Ring in 18 Carat Rose Gold with Diamonds
Located in Valenza, IT
ring beholds 0.20 cts rose cut round ruby and 0.12 cts round cut Vs fine quality white diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

Antique Belle Époque, 18 Carat Gold, Cabochon Sapphire and Rose-Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Rochford, Essex
-cut diamonds and a deep blue cabochon sapphire, this beguiling ring beautifully embodies this spirit
Category

Early 20th Century British Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

"Nemo" Clownfish Sapphire Black and White Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Valenza, IT
, trust, family, perseverance, and independence. This adorable ring is handcrafted in 18 Kt rose gold and
Category

2010s Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18...

18k Rose Gold Black Onyx Ring with 0.35 Carat Diamond Accents, Size 7 1/2
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Features Single Cabochon-Cut Black Onyx Stone detailed with Round Diamonds 0.35 carat Gross Weight
Category

20th Century Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Black Enamel Round Center Diamond Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This rare 18K Rose Gold Ring is inlay-ed with black French enameling and a center Rose-cut Diamond
Category

2010s American Artisan Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel, Sterling Silver

Tian Long Ring in 14k Rose Gold with Diamond and Enamel
By Selda Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
prosperity. Tian Long Ring in 14k Rose Gold with Diamond and Enamel by Selda Jewellery Additional
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Tian Long Ring in 14k Rose Gold with Diamond and Enamel
By Selda Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
prosperity. Tian Long Ring in 14k Rose Gold with Diamond and Enamel by Selda Jewellery Additional
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

18 Karat Rose Gold Heart Blue Spinel and Diamond Engagement Ring
By Niquesa
Located in London, GB
..... the hearts are surrounded by a glittering pave of black diamonds stones This ring is an original new
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Spinel, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

3.06 ct Fancy Yellow Cushion Diamond Ring in Rose Gold, Side Diamonds
Located in Brasschaat, BE
This 3.06 ct Fancy Yellow Cushion Diamond Ring is a truly unique and exceptional piece. The
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold, Rhodium

Sigillo Ring in White Corian, 18K gold and black diamonds
Located in Milano, IT
an 18K gold heart adorned with black diamonds, adding a touch of luxury and sophistication to the
Category

2010s European Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold Ring with Inlaid Black Jade and .50 Carat in Diamonds
By Harry Roa
Located in Sarasota, FL
18k Rose gold ring with inlaid black jade and .50 carat G color VVS1 clarity brilliant cut Diamond.
Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow G...

Braced, 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring with Black Jade and .50 Carat in Diamonds
By Harry Roa
Located in Sarasota, FL
"Braced" 18k rose gold ring with Black Jade & .50 carat in brilliant cut diamonds G clarity VS1
Category

2010s American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow G...

Modern Black and White Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Millburn, NJ
0.12ct total weight, and 1 black emerald cut diamond 13.01ct. Size 6 1/2.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

2.34 Carats Black Emerald Marquise Art Deco Engagement Ring in 14k Rose Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Beautiful Black Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring set With Natural Black Diamond in 14K Rose Gold
Category

2010s Israeli Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

1900s Black Enamel Turquoise Diamond Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
C.1900-1910. A magnificent black enamel ring with a turquoise cabochon surrounded by tiny rose cut
Category

Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 15k Gold

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Black Diamond Rose Cut Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact black diamond rose cut ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Rose Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 12 vintage editions and 96 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect black diamond rose cut ring may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing black diamond rose cut ring — no matter the origin — is easy, but Georgios Collections Inc, Roshe Jewels and llyn strong each produced a popular version that is worth a look. See these pages for a brilliant cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also rose cut cut and mixed cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a black diamond rose cut ring, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Black Diamond Rose Cut Ring?

The price for a black diamond rose cut ring starts at $616 and tops out at $49,500 with these rings, on average, selling for $4,650.

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.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

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 ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond 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.

Questions About Black Diamond Rose Cut Ring
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    Rose-cut diamonds are uncommon in modern jewelry and are often associated with antique styles like Victorian or Georgian. The rose cut is circular like its namesake flower, with a flat top and a domed crown with either 12 or 24 facets. This cut dates back to the 16th century. Find a collection of antique and vintage rose-cut diamond rings on 1stDibs today.