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Located in Dubai, AE
. ( gold, rose, silver, black) Our products manufacture with hand-crafting at NEV Jewellery workshops
Category

2010s Emirian Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

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Located in Dubai, AE
, rose, silver, black) Our products manufacture with hand-crafting at Nev Jewellery workshops. 18
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Early 2000s Emirian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

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Located in Dubai, AE
, rose, silver, black) Our products manufacture with hand-crafting at NGG Jewellery workshops. 18
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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$690 / item
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Located in Dubai, AE
, rose, silver, black) Our products manufacture with hand-crafting at NGG Jewellery workshops. 18
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2010s Modern Pendant Necklaces

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$690 / item
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Located in Dubai, AE
, rose, silver, black) Our products manufacture with hand-crafting at NGG Jewellery workshops. 18
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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$690 / item
14 Karat Rose Gold and Black Diamond Stacking Square Ring
By DRU.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique in its shape and style, this 14k rose gold and black diamond ring is meant to be stacked
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, 14k Gold

18K Gold Georgian Diamond Black Enamel Rose Cut Diamond HEG Heart Locket Pendant
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
An One of a Kind Georgian c.1810 black enamel and rose cut Diamond heart locket pendant in Silver
Category

Antique Early 1800s British Georgian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel

3.14 Carat Rose Cut Black Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
This stunning cocktail ring showcases a beautiful 3.14 carat rose cut black diamond with a white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold

Sparkling Rose Cut Diamond Ring with Black Enamel
Located in Lucerne, CH
Charming ring in 18 karat gold featuring a 1.20 carat rose cut diamond of K color and si clarity
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

1.94 Carat Rose Cut Black and White Diamond Cocktail Ring in Rose Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
This stunning ring showcases a beautiful 1.94 carat rose cut black diamond (cushion shape) with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, Rose Gold

2.53 Carat Rose Cut Black and White Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
This stunning ring showcases a beautiful 2.53 carat rose cut cushion black diamond, with a white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold

2.75 Carat Rose Cut Black and White Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
This stunning ring showcases a beautiful 2.75 carat Rose Cut Cushion Black Diamond, with a diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold

8.19 Carat Rose Cut Black and White Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
This stunning cocktail ring showcases a beautiful 8.19 carat Rose Cut Round Black Diamond, with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

18K Gold Rose Cut Black Diamond Bezel Set Elongated Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
rose cut black diamonds weigh ~0.90 carats 1.4 inch length Ring size 8.75 LF and 750 stamped in shank
Category

1990s Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.51 Carat Rose Cut Black and White Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
This stunning ring showcases beautiful 3.51 Carat Rose Cut Black Diamond with a Diamond Halo. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

2.59 Carat Rose Cut Black and White Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
This stunning cocktail ring features a 2.59 Carat Rose Cut Marquise Black Diamond with a White
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Antique Black Enamel Rose Cut Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
piece, French work of the 19th century. Our opinion : A rare antique diamond ring due to the rose cut
Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Joke Quick Flash Black Opal Alexandrite Rose-Cut Diamond Mosaic Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
Flash Opals ), 8 X Alexandrite 0.08 ct., White DEFVVS Fancy shape Rose-cut diamonds 0.66 ct.; White
Category

2010s Belgian Art Nouveau Fashion Rings

Materials

Alexandrite, Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Sterling Si...

1 Carat Rose Cut Black Diamond and White Side Diamond Satin Custom Ring
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
size for a black diamond engagement ring. There are two round brilliant cut white diamonds on either
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold

Citrine and Diamond Rose Cut Cocktail Ring in 14k and Black Rhodium
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous citrine oval with diamond rose cut rounds. Handmade in 14k yellow gold and black rhodium
Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Rhodium

Padparadscha Sapphire Rose-Cut Diamond Emerald Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
. The Starstruck collection displays a beautiful selection of rose- and brilliant-cut diamonds
Category

2010s Belgian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Victorian rose cut diamond solitaire ring, circa 1850.
Located in London, GB
Victorian rose cut diamond solitaire ring. Set with a round rose cut diamond in an open back claw
Category

Antique 1850s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

1.20 Carat Rose Cut Black Diamond Halo Engagement Ring, 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Greensboro, NC
piece! Fashioned in 14k white gold, this unique halo ring showcases a majestic rose cut black diamond
Category

20th Century Unknown Solitaire Rings

Materials

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

Royal Blue Sapphire, Rose-Cut Briljant-Cut Diamond Pave Mosaic Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
Diamonds in different cut shapes and colours are set like a mosaic. Ring in 18K Rose gold 5.4 g & blackened
Category

2010s Belgian Art Nouveau Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Purple Diamond, Fancy Yellow Diamond Rose-Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
create a black background for the stones). Pave set with yellow Icy Tambuli Rose-cut diamonds 1,29 ct
Category

2010s Belgian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling S...

18k Yellow Gold Oval Black Rose Cut Diamond with A Halo of Round Diamonds Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
18k Yellow Gold Oval Black Diamond And Round Diamond Ring Size 7.75 9.5 Grams 1 Oval Rose Cut
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Rose Cut Diamond and Ceramic Ring, 3.15 Carat
Located in New Orleans, LA
rose-cut diamond. The diamond is surrounded by contrasting black ceramic detailing resembling flower
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Olive Green Rose-Cut Diamond Black Lightning Ridge Opal, Paraïba Tourmaline Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
. Fancy Olive Green rose-cut diamonds 0,75 ct., Black Opal cabochons from Lightning Ridge 0,73 carats
Category

2010s Belgian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Opal, Tourmaline, Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Pearl Rose Cut Diamond Black Enamel Cluster Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
pearl and rose cut diamonds. It is adorned with black enamel. Weight: 3.57g Size: 15.75 (US 5
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Enamel

Set in 18K Gold, 1.22 carats, Rose Cut Diamonds Black Enamel Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, natural Diamonds & Black Enamel Engagement Ring set in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Fancy Olive Green Pink Diamond, Rose Cut Briljant-Cut Diamond Pave Mosaic Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
One of a kind ring handmade in Belgium by jewellery artist Joke Quick. Diamonds in different cut
Category

2010s Belgian Art Nouveau Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Joke Quick 2.3 Carat Rose-cut Briljant-cut Diamond Pave Cocktail Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
to create a black background for the stones) Set with Fancy light brownish pink rose-cut diamonds
Category

2010s Belgian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

H&H 1.42 Black Diamond Engagement Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold 5
By H H Jewels
Located in Miami, FL
H&H 1.42 Black Diamond Engagement Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold Evoke mystery and intrigue with this
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

7.19 Carat Custom Cut Black Diamond with White Diamond Halo Set in Rose Gold
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Eytan Brandes bought this extraordinary black diamond pre-cut then designed the perfect ring in
Category

2010s American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

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

Rose Gold Black Diamond, Ruby and Emerald Panther Ring
Located in Addison, TX
This 14-karat rose gold black panther ring is incredibly eye catching! It is made up of pavé set
Category

2010s Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

14 Karat Rose Gold Black and White Diamond Stackable Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 14k rose gold White Diamonds: round brilliant cuts = 0.10cttw Black Diamonds: round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Padparadscha Sapphire, Australian Opal, Rose-Cut Diamond Pave Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
). Pave set with no heat padparadscha Sapphires from Madagascar 1.52 ct., GHVS Rose-cut diamonds 1.43 ct
Category

2010s Belgian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Padparadscha Sapp...

1.00ct Rose Cut Black Diamond and White Diamond Halo Ring set in 14k Pink Gold
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Stone Type: Diamond Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 1.00 cts Measurements: 6.50 x 6.50 mm Shape: Round
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

1 Carat White GHVS Rose-Cut and DEGVVS Brilliant-Cut Diamond Pave Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
) Set with six GHVS Fancy Shape Rose-cut diamonds 0.64 ct., White DEGVVS brilliant-cut diamonds 0.365
Category

2010s Belgian Art Nouveau Fashion Rings

Materials

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

2 Carat White GHVS Rose-Cut and DEGVVS Brilliant-Cut Diamond Pave Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
) Set with six GHVS Fancy Shape Rose-cut diamonds 1.08 ct., White DEGVVS brilliant-cut diamonds 0.97
Category

2010s Belgian Art Nouveau Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Antique Georgian Early 19th Century Rose Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
19th century, circa 1820. The ring is set with a fantastic domed rose cut diamond in a cut down
Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Georgian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond

1.77 Carat White Old-Cut, Rose-Cut and Brilliant-Cut Diamond Pave Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
to create a black background for the stones) Set with 3 white old-cut diamonds 0,75 ct., 4 light pink
Category

2010s Belgian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Victorian 14 Karat Gold Rose Cut Diamond Enamel Cluster Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is an antique Victorian cluster ring crafted in 14K yellow gold. The piece features 9 rose cut
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold

1.79 Carat Rose-Cut and Briljant-Cut Brown, Pink and Blue Diamond Pave Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
blackened silver to create a black background for the stones) Pave set with Brown rose-cut diamonds, fancy
Category

2010s Belgian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Diamond, Pink Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling S...

Joke Quick 1, 17 Ct. Rose-cut Briljant-cut Green Diamond Pave Cocktail Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
to create a black background for the stones) Set with Fancy olive green rose-cut diamonds, fancy
Category

2010s Belgian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Rose Cut Diamond Enamel Clover Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
ring is crafted 18k yellow gold and black enamel. The top of the ring has chunky rose cut diamonds on
Category

Antique 18th Century Unknown Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Mikimoto 18 Karat Rose Gold Diamonds and Black Pearl Ring
By Mikimoto
Located in Southampton, PA
with a cultured white pearl and with diversely cut white diamonds that amount to 2.90 carats. Ring Top
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Antique Victorian 18k Gold Pear Rose Cut Diamond w/ Black Enamel Quatrefoil Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
rose cut diamond solitaire at its center, weighing approximately 0.60 carats in weight, and further
Category

Antique 1890s Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Gold Georgian Period Halley’s Comet Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
, 3.55g Ring measures 17mm north to south. The diamond cluster measures 10mm across. Central rose cut
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

18k Rose Gold POMELLATO "NUDO MAXI" Obsidian and Treated Black Diamond Ring
By Pomellato
Located in Victoria, BC
Here is a wonderful 18k Rose Gold POMELLATO "NUDO MAXI" Obsidian and Treated Black Diamond Ring
Category

2010s Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, Rose Gold

Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Rose Cut Diamond and Black Opal Navette Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Rose Cut Diamond and Black Opal Navette Ring. This
Category

Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Demantoid Rose-Cut Diamond Unheated Pink Blue Sapphire Fancy Pink Diamond Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
-cut diamonds 0,40 ct., 5 X light pink rose-cut Unheated Pink Sapphires from Madagascar 0,60 ct., 6 X
Category

Antique 18th Century Belgian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Garnet, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphi...

Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Rose Cut Diamond Enamel Clover Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
ring is crafted 18k yellow gold and black enamel. The top of the ring has chunky rose cut diamonds on
Category

Antique 1890s Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

David Yurman 18 kt gold Rose Cut Diamonds Ring
By David Yurman
Located in Athens, GA
David Yurman Rose Cut Diamonds Ring. 18 kt yellow gold. Size 5. Multi color genuine stones set with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Dome Rings

Retro Black Onyx Diamond Ring, 10K Yellow Rose Gold, Ring Size 6.25, Black Onyx
Located in McLeansville, NC
This retro-inspired black onyx diamond ring is a stunning statement piece that will add a touch of
Category

1990s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 10k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Old Mine Cut Diamond Onyx 14 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Edwardian Old Mine Cut Diamond Onyx 14 Karat Rose Gold Ring. Featuring one old mine cut diamond
Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

20th Century Black Opal Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
black opal with vivid blue-violet hues in a closed setting. A surround of antique-cut diamonds
Category

Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Cluster Rings

Materials

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

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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.