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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

Victorian 18K Rose Cut Diamond and Onyx Royal Crown Signet Conversion Ring
Located in Cape May, NJ
is set on black onyx and set with approximately .20 carats of rose cut diamonds. The ring is a size 6
Category

Antique 1890s Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 10k Gold, 18k Gold

14K Rose Gold Ring with Natural Diamonds
Located in București, București
A Bold Expression of Color, Character, and Craftsmanship This exceptional 14K rose gold ring is a
Category

2010s Romanian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Pigeon s Blood Red Ruby Red Spinel, Pink Diamond and White Rose-Cut Diamond Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
Poppy red Spinel ( Unheated Burmese Hot Pink Spinel) 0,29 ct., 8 X Oval white GHVS Rose-cut diamonds
Category

2010s Belgian Art Nouveau Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Spinel, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Diamond, 18k G...

Bvlgari Pave Diamond Ring Rose Gold 18k
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
set 18k Rose Gold size 6. more description ^)) Bvlgari Diamond Ring Large Oval Band Ring From
Category

1990s Italian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold 11.22 Carat Heart Shape Black Diamond Trilogy Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
rose-cut diamonds 5.22 carat. Total carat 16.44 ct. The 11.22 carat Heartshape centerstone has a lot of
Category

2010s Belgian Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Hubert Rose Quartz Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Hubert Rose Quartz Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Cocktail Ring. Featuring one cabochon rose quartz
Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Oval Cabochon Black Opal and Diamond 18 Carat Rose Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
surrounded by 50 fine quality round brilliant cut diamonds, with the ring's shoulders further set with 25
Category

Early 2000s German Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Black Opal Black Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
to create a black background for the stones) Pave set with Black rose- and brilliant-cut diamonds
Category

2010s Belgian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

0.915 Carat Fancy Pink Rose-Cut Fancy Pink and White Diamond Pave Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
background for the stones) Pave set with Fancy pink Rose-cut diamonds, fancy pink & white DEGVVS brilliant
Category

2010s Belgian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Fancy Yellow Rose-Cut, Lemon Yellow, Pink Diamond No Heat Blue Sapphire Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
Starstruck collection displays a beautiful selection of rose- and brilliant-cut diamonds. Gemstones in
Category

2010s Belgian Art Nouveau Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

Set in 18K Rose Gold, 7.90 carats, Morganite Black Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Weight: 7.90 ct. Approx. ✦ Gemstone: Black Diamonds ✦ Gemstone Cut: Round ✦ Gemstone Weight: 0.76 ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, Morganite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Certified 1.53 Cts Natural Burma Ruby Old Cut Diamond Ring, 18K Rose Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
is a main characteristics of rubies from Burma. The ring is set in 18k rose gold, rubies and diamonds
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Late Victorian 1.20 Carats Old European Cut Diamond 18k Rose Gold Enamel Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Late Victorian 1.20 Carats Old European Cut Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Enamel Ring. Featuring
Category

Antique 1890s Late Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Fancy Yellow Rose-Cut, Yellow, Pink Diamond No Heat Blue Sapphire Mosaic Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
) Mosaic Set with fancy yellow Rosecut Diamonds in fancy shapes 0,58 ct., Fancy Yellow brilliant-cut
Category

2010s Belgian Art Nouveau Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver, ...

Panther 14K Rose Gold, Black and White Diamond and Emerald Panther Ring
By Effy
Located in Derby, NY
Effy 14K Rose Gold, Black and White Diamond and Emerald Panther Ring This rose gold, black and
Category

2010s More Rings

Materials

Emerald, White Diamond, Rose Gold

Joke Quick 1, 16 Carat Pink, Blue Yellow Brilliant Rose-cut Diamond Pave Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
silver to create a black background for the stones) Set with Fancy lemon yellow rose-cut diamonds, Fancy
Category

2010s Belgian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

14 Karat Rose Gold and Black Diamond Eternity Stack Band
Located in Coral Gables, FL
14 Karat Rose Gold Ring Featuring 21 Bezel Set Round Rose Cut Black Diamonds Totaling 0.90 Carats
Category

2010s Band Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Bold Statement 10.7cts Black Opal Ring with Sparkling Diamonds in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
Make a powerful style statement with this one-of-a-kind 10.73ct black opal ring, rich in iridescent
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Joke Quick 3 Carat White Brilliant- and Rose-Cut Diamond White Gold Pave Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
. This ring is set with diamonds in a variety of shapes. The metal under the rose-cuts has been opened
Category

2010s Belgian Art Nouveau Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Effy 14K Rose Gold, Black and White Diamond, and Emerald Panther Ring
By Effy
Located in Derby, NY
Effy 14K Rose Gold, Black and White Diamond, and Emerald Panther Ring You'll love wearing this
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Emerald, White Diamond, Rose Gold

Black Onyx Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This modern ring set in 18K rose gold features smooth black onyx with 0.38 carats of round cut pave
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Neil Lane Black Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Band
By Neil Lane
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Neil Lane Material: 14k rose gold Diamonds: 21 black round brilliant cut = .31 cttw. Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 1.25 Carat Sapphire Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Black Enamel Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Antique Sapphire Diamond Rose Gold Black Enamel Ring. Featuring one oval brilliant cut sapphire
Category

Antique 1880s American High Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

14 Karat Rose Gold Black and White Diamond Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Diamonds: 4 round cut = .15cttw Color: Black Clarity: SI1 Size: 7 Dimensions: ring measures 2.15mm in width
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Antique Mid-19th Century Step Cut Emerald and Rose Cut Diamond Enamelled Cluster
Located in London, GB
gold with black enamel. In the centre rests a vibrant 0.44ct step cut emerald in an open-backed rubover
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Early Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Enamel

Modern Weave Rose Gold Champagne Black and White Diamond Bold Ring
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Rose Gold ring 0.64 carats of White round-cut Diamonds. 1.12 carats of champaign round-cut Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

5.22 Carat Black Diamond Mosaic Pave Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
). Pave set Black diamonds and black rose-cut diamonds 5,22 carat, white DEGVVS brilliant-cut diamonds
Category

2010s Belgian Art Nouveau Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Tiffany Co. Cobblestone Band Ring Platinum Sz 5.5 Rose Cuts Box 14500
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Northbrook, IL
stunning rose cut and round brilliant diamonds all the way around. The ring is a size 5.5 and comes with a
Category

Late 20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Sapphires, Rubies, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Elephant Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
covered by the seller (customs duties included). Fashion elephant ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Jona Black Diamond White Diamond 18 Karat Gold Halo Ring
By Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat rose gold halo ring set with two rose cut
Category

2010s Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold

1.42 Black Diamond Engagement Ring Handmade
By H H Jewels
Located in Miami, FL
Evoke mystery and intrigue with this stunning, handmade H and H black diamond and rose gold
Category

2010s American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Bucherer Diamond and Ruby Rose Gold Frog Ring
By Bucherer
Located in Lucerne, CH
stones: black brilliant cut diamonds total 2.86 ct brown brilliant cut diamonds total 1.37 ct white
Category

2010s Swiss Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Bvlgari 18K Rose Gold Diamond Serpenti Tubogas Band Ring Large Size
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
BVLGARI Diamond Tubogas Serpenti Ring 18k rose gold ring from the Serpenti collection by Bulgari
Category

2010s Italian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Dario Peter Italy Rose Gold Diamond Onyx Dome Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Dario & Peter of Milano Dome Ring, 18K Rose Gold, Black Onyx that is surrounded by Round Brilliant
Category

2010s Italian Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Rose Gold

Amethyst and Rose-Cut Diamond Ring Set in 19 Karat Yellow Gold, circa 1773
Located in Addison, TX
This stunning 18th century Amethyst and Rose-Cut Diamond Ring is an incredible antique discovery
Category

Antique 1770s Baroque Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

18 Karat Rose Gold Pave Diamond Interlocking Bypass Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K rose gold Diamond: round brilliant cut = 1.60cttw Color: Black
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 1.42 Carat Black Opal and Rose Gold Dress Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 1.42 carat black opal and 9 karat rose gold dress ring; part of our
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Black Opal, Rose Gold

Platinum 0.72ct Diamond and Black Pearl Ring #5220
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
, with flashes of gold, rose, purple, and green, shift softly across the surface. Pear-cut diamond trios
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Platinum

Late Victorian 0.25 Carat Diamond Black Onyx 10 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old European cut diamond with single cut diamond accents, weighing approximately 0.25
Category

Antique 19th Century Late Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 10k Gold

Pink Sapphire and Diamond Rose Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Spectacular cocktail ring finely crafted in 18 karat white gold, black rhodium and 18 karat rose
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Etho Maria 18 Karat Gold and Black Diamond Wrap Ring
By Etho Maria
Located in Princeton, NJ
Sleek 18k rose gold wrap ring featuring 3.46 carats of mixed rose cut black diamonds.
Category

2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Citrine Diamond and Black Enamel Cocktail Ring
Located in Greenwich, CT
18k rose gold and black enamel. Set with a 8.00 carat cushion shaped Golden Citrine in the center
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Black Enamel Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
embellished with rose cut diamonds on a glossy black enamel ground. Width 13 mm (1/2 in.) US ring size
Category

20th Century Russian Edwardian Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond

6.68 Carat Diamond Dome Ring in 18 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Webster, NY
cast in 18k rose gold. Total Approximate Diamond Carat Weight: Approximately 6.68ctw Diamond Cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold

Sunita Nahata 15.00 Carat Amethyst and Diamond Ring in 18Karat Rose Gold
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
, diamond and semi-precious gemstones set in 18K rose gold. Ring: Amethyst: 15.19 carat baguette briolette
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Jona Black Diamond and White Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
cut black diamond weighing 1.55 carats. Two double shoulders are set with 0.49 carats of white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Solitaire Rings

Materials

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

4.6ct BiColor Tourmaline w Diamond Accents in 14K Rose Gold Emerald Cut 12x7mm
Located in Columbus, OH
This ring features a truly rare magenta and black bi-color tourmaline in an elegant ring setting
Category

2010s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold Diamond Butterfly and Black Enamel Fashion Cigar Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 18k rose gold Diamonds: 201 round brilliant cuts = 1.75cttw Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Petra Class White Diamond Black Diamond Purple Sapphire Gold Stacking Rings
By Petra Class
Located in Dallas, TX
gemstones from top to bottom: 1. Framed Round Brilliant-Cut White Diamond 2. Golden Orb 3. Rose-Cut Black
Category

2010s American Artisan Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Multi-ge...

Joke Quick Lightning Ridge Black Opal Diamond Paraiba Tourmaline Mosaic Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
GHVS rose-cut diamonds 0,40 ct., 19 X White DEGVVS brilliant-cut diamonds 0,105 ct., 3 X Paraïba
Category

2010s Belgian Art Nouveau Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Tourmaline, Black Opal, Paraiba, 18k Gold,...

Black Spinel Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A fine designer ring featuring 11.40 carats of rose cut black spinel are round brilliant cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

3 Carat Colombian Emerald Black Opal Diamond Pave Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
One of a kind 'Starstruck' ring handmade in Belgium by jewellery artist Joke Quick, in 18K Rose
Category

2010s Belgian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver

18k Rose Gold Custom Made "Evil Eye" GIA 0.78ct Diamond and Enamel Ring
Located in Victoria, BC
Here is a beautiful and BRAND NEW 18k Rose Gold Custom Made "Evil Eye" GIA 0.78ct Diamond and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

14kt Art Deco Black Onyx and Diamond Flapper Ring
Located in Towson, MD
contains one .02ct rose cut diamond. The ring measures 11/16 inches shoulder to shoulder and 13/16 inches
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

Chimento Mother-of-Pearl and Diamond 18 Karat Rose and White Gold Ring
By Chimento
Located in Miami, FL
Spectacular 18 Karat Rose and White gold Chimento ring featuring 2 movable parts inlayed with black
Category

2010s Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White 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.