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Alex Jona Black and Brown Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Eternity Band Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold ring, set with 0.36 carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

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

Black Opal Diamond Halo Statement Cocktail Men s Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Elevate your jewelry collection with this breathtaking Black Opal Cabochon and Diamond Ring in 18K
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

NWT $12, 500 Rare Important 18KT Gold Black Diamond Heart Diamond Ring Band
Located in New York, NY
Shimmering Black Diamonds!! T.C.W. Approx 1.25CTS. This Gorgeous Ring is a Rare Sample Piece and Comes with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold and Black Rhodium Diamond Wide Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios design ring handmade from solid 18 Carat White Gold and decorated with granulation and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rhodium, White Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold and Black Rhodium Wide Diamond Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
0.80 Carats of Brilliant-cut White Diamonds around the edges and in intricate lines. The ring graduated
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium

Rare Yellow Black Diamond White 18K Gold White Diamond Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
RING 18K White Yellow Gold Black Diamond 0.73Carats/12 Pcs Yellow Diamond 0.92Carats/6 Pcs
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Impressive Yellow Black Diamond White 18K Gold White Diamond Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
RING 18K White Yellow Gold Black Diamond 0.54Carats/14 Pcs Yellow Diamond 0.60Carats/1 Pcs
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

18k Gold

White Gold Black Diamond Cluster Halo Cocktail Ring - 14k Round .50ctw Treated
Located in Greensboro, NC
Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Treatment: Color Enhanced (black) Carat(s): .50ctw Cut: Round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.30 Carats Black and White Diamonds 18K Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Unisex Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
0.22 Karat Black Diamond "Cubes" Design Band Ring An amazing Art Deco style band ring handcrafted in 18
Category

2010s Italian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Effy Multicolor Diamond Band Ring in 14Kt White Gold
By Effy
Located in North Miami, FL
Effy Multicolor Diamond Band Ring in 14Kt White Gold This authentic Effy band ring features an
Category

2010s American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, White Gold

White Gold Black Diamond Halo Engagement Ring - 14k Cushion Rose 1.37ctw Treated
Located in Greensboro, NC
: Black Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .50ctw (carat stamp) Cut: Round Brilliant Color: H - I Clarity: SI2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.70 Carat Black and White Diamond 9 Carat Gold Ring Very Rare by TGCC
Located in GB
gold ring The ring has x10 0.03 black diamonds totalling 0.30 carat, the white diamonds are just over
Category

20th Century English Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, 9k Gold

Opal Diamond Art Deco Style Black Enamel Halo White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
shimmering diamonds and an elegant enamel embellishment that accentuates the ring’s vintage charm. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

3.95 Carat Natural Black Diamond and Natural Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring
Located in Denver, CO
A natural black pear-shaped diamond measuring 3.95 carats centers this exquisite ring, surrounded
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Cartier "Double C" Diamond &18K White Gold Black Open Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
CARTIER Double C Diamond 18K Titanium/White Gold Crafted in solid 18K white gold, is enclosed
Category

Early 2000s French Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Black Onyx Red Pink Ruby White Diamond Halo 14K White Gold Statement Ring
By Galt Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
Diamonds. 14K White Gold 0.30 CTW Diamonds 14.70 CTS Black Onyx & Red Pink Rubies
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Rose Gold Black and White Diamond Spiral Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Rose Gold Black and White Diamond Ring are all handmade in a unique
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, R...

Alex Jona Black Brown and White Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Flexible Band Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
black, white and brown diamonds (5.40 total carats). US size 7 cn be sized. Alex Jona jewels stand out
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Band Rings

Materials

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

Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Black Rhodium Wide Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer ring is all handmade from solid 18 Karat White Gold and custom-made. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium, Gold

Ruby Diamond Black Jade Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
diamonds, set in 18kt white gold, Ring Size 5 3/4 US
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Onyx, Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1 Carat Solitaire Emerald Cut Black Diamond Ring/Band 18 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
1 Carat + Solitaire Black Diamond Emerald cut shape Traditional Ring/Band 18 Karat White Gold Size
Category

2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

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

Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Black Rhodium Wide Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios design Ring is handmade from solid 18 Karat White Gold and is microscopically decorated
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold White Black and Diamond Greek Key Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
. It has 63 Brilliant Cut White and Black Diamonds total weight of 0.69. The quality of the stones and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Classical Greek Band Rings

Materials

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

Beauvince Chantelle 1.25 Carat Black and White Diamond Band in White Gold
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
This white & black diamond band ring is all about fun and frolic. Diamonds Shape: Round Diamonds
Category

2010s Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

GIA White Diamond Cushion Solitaire Ring in Black Rhodium 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 1.21 ct. I VS2 white diamond cushion cut. Handmade in 18k yellow gold and black rhodium
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Rhodium

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Rose Gold White and Black Diamond Long Wide Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer 18 Karat White Gold Brilliant Cut White and Black Diamond, wide band ring is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Eostre Faceted Black Tahitian Pearl, Sapphire and Diamond White Gold Ring
Located in Melbourne, AU
A 11.4 mm Faceted Black Tahitian Pearl, Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold It
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2010s Australian Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Nugget Shaped Black White Pave Diamond Ring Made In 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:11.66g,D:3.056ct,
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Rose Gold Black and White Diamond Spiral Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Rose Gold Black and White Diamond Ring are all handmade in a unique
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, Ru...

18K White Gold Eternity Band with Black Diamond Pavé
Located in Bergamo, BG
. Key Features: 18K white gold eternity band Black diamond pavé, total weight: 0.64 carats Sleek and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Antique 18K White Gold Rectangular Black Onyx Circular Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Shank maximum width: 2.90 mm Weight: 6.14 grams 18K White Gold diamond and onyx antique cocktail ring
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Effy Black, Brown and White Diamond Flower Cocktail Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By Effy
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
: 1.25 carats Diamond Color: G - H, Light Brown, Black Diamond Clarity: VS - SI Ring Weight: 5.3 grams
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Brown Diamond, Black Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k G...

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Rose Gold White Black Brown Diamond Wide Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Rose Gold Brilliant Cut White, Brown, and Black Diamond wide band Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Go...

Multi Strand Black Diamond Yellow Sapphire Ruby Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
among the colors like flecks of night sky are subtly sparkling black diamonds totaling over one carat
Category

2010s Asian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Black Onyx and Diamond Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
natural Black Onyx surrounded by a bezel of White Diamonds with a total weight of 0.35 Carat. This is a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

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

18 Karat White Gold 1, 90 Ct Brown Black Diamonds Snake Cocktail Design Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
White Gold 1,90 Karat Brown & Black Diamonds Snake Cocktail Design Ring
Category

2010s Italian Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Charade Diamond Cocktail Star 18k White Gold Ring
By Charade
Located in Feasterville, PA
A fabulous Charade diamond cocktail ring featuring 9.45ct of brilliant black diamonds focusing
Category

Early 2000s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.61Ct Baguette Diamond Black Enamel Ring in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This dazzling Baguette Diamond Black Enamel Ring is a remarkable fusion of vintage flair and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Reverse Set Black Diamond 5-Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
Super Edgy and Statement Ring. 5 Black Diamonds each weighing 1.0 carat for a Total of 5.0 Carats
Category

2010s Fashion Rings

Materials

Black Diamond

Black Diamond Ring with Diamond Scalloped Halo In Yellow Gold
Located in Phoenix, AZ
A beautiful 1.86 carat cushion cut black diamond set in a unique scalloped diamond halo. The halo
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, Yellow Gold

Unisex 4.91 Carat Black Diamond Eternity Band Ring in 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Unisex 4.91 Carat Black Diamond Eternity Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

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

NWT $18, 000 18KT White Gold Rare Large 5CT Faceted Gorgeous Black Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Black Diamond Ring. This Magnificent Ring is comprised of Rare Fine Large Faceted Black Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

18ct White Gold, 0.35 Carat Diamond Single Stone Engagement Ring - Black Friday
Located in Sant Josep de sa Talaia, IB
Elegant 0.35ct Natural Diamond Solitaire Ring in 18K White Gold – IGI Certified, Ring Size: US 7
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

New 1.00ctw Single Cut Black White Diamond Ring, Silver Cluster Bypass
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information: Natural Diamonds Treatment: Color Enhanced (black) Clarity: I2 Color: H - I; Black
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Silver

TJD 1.0 Carat White Treated Black Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Halo Band Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
cut round white diamond and treated black diamond in prong setting. Total diamond weight is 1.0 carat
Category

2010s Indian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

1.94 Carat Cushion Cut Black Diamond Halo Ring in 19 Karat White Gold 6.25
By H H Jewels
Located in Miami, FL
1.94 carat Cushion Cut Black Diamond Halo Ring in 19 karat White Gold Size 6.25 Black diamonds are
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21st Century and Contemporary American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Purple Amethyst Green Tsavorite Blue Sapphire Black Diamonds 14K White Gold Ring
By Galt Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
White Gold 0.50 CTW Diamonds 3.16 CTW Sapphires, Amethysts, Tsavorites
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Black Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, 14k Gold, White Gold

David Webb Black Bombe and White Diamond Enamel Platinum Gold Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
platinum, atop an 18k gold ring having black and white enamel accents, marked Webb. Gross weight 25.3 grams
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Dome Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Gold, Platinum, Enamel

18ct White Gold Pave Set Black Diamond Skull With Ruby Eyes Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
18ct white gold, pave set black diamond skull ring is definitely jaw dropping, literally. When you
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Criss Cross Black and White Diamond Ring with 18kt White Gold
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Criss cross black and white diamond ring with micropave round diamonds (b+w) total 4.85ct set in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

White Gold

18K White Gold Ring with Black Pearl and Pavé Diamond Flower Design
Located in Bergamo, BG
A striking 18K white gold ring featuring a luminous black pearl at its center, surrounded by a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Round Cut Peridot White Diamond 18 Karat Black Steel Yellow Gold Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, black steel and 18 Karat yellow gold ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Peridot, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel

Piero Milano White Black Diamond Crossover Ring 18k Rose Gold 1.04cttw
By PIERO MILANO
Located in New York, NY
18k Rose Gold white and black diamond crossover ring by Piero Milano. This beautiful piece is set
Category

2010s Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Black Pearl Diamond Platinum Ring Wedding Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
brilliant cut Diamonds in Platinum. The dramatic combination of the black pearl and the white diamonds and
Category

20th Century Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, Platinum

Sterling Silver 1/4 Ct White and Black Treated Diamond Halo Cluster Ring for Men
Located in New York, NY
. • Metal: .925 White Sterling Silver with Black Rhodium Plating • Average Gram Weight: 5.49 • Diamond 1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rhodium

Sterling Silver 1/4 Ct White and Black Treated Diamond Halo Cluster Ring for Men
Located in New York, NY
. • Metal: .925 White Sterling Silver with Black Rhodium Plating • Average Gram Weight: 5.49 • Diamond 1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rhodium

Huge 18K White Gold Dome Ring with apprx. 17cts of Black White Diamond Stripes
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This huge, high quality 18K white gold, dome ring is set with rows of alternating white and black
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

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Black Diamond White Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact black diamond white diamond ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect black diamond white diamond ring may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Finding an appealing black diamond white diamond ring — no matter the origin — is easy, but Georgios Collections Inc, Roshe Jewels and Natkina each produced a popular version that is worth a look. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and oval cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our black diamond white diamond ring for sale are for women, but there are 522 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Black Diamond White Diamond Ring?

The price for a black diamond white diamond ring starts at $11 and tops out at $235,400 with these rings, on average, selling for $4,000.

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 White Diamond Ring
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    White, or colorless, diamonds are generally the most valuable diamond variety. Black diamonds are certainly more rare than white ones, but the latter is generally more expensive.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What black diamond rings symbolize is largely a matter of personal interpretation. Charisma, power, passion and self-assuredness are some of the characteristics commonly associated with black diamond jewelry. Shop a range of diamond gemstone rings from top sellers around the world on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Black diamond engagement rings are popular for many couples. An antique, new or vintage black diamond engagement ring is an edgy, dramatic choice. Just keep in mind that with diamonds, it's all about sparkle, and the darkness of a black stone obscures its fire and brilliance. If the inky opacity of a black diamond seems a bit extreme and you'd like a little light to shine through, consider a gray diamond, which can be cut for maximum brilliance. Brides with a taste for the cool and unusual might also consider salt-and-pepper diamonds, which have white and black inclusions that produce a silvery gray, speckled look. Find black diamond engagement rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Black diamonds can make good engagement rings because they symbolize authority, power and passion. They also can be less expensive than clear diamonds.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Whether black diamond engagement rings are bad luck depends on a person's individual beliefs. In Italy, rubbing a black stone like a black diamond is considered good luck by some people. However, in India, black diamonds are a traditional symbol of bad luck. Find a variety of diamond engagement rings on 1stDibs.