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Mattioli Reve_r Ring Rose Gold, Titanium, Black and White Diamonds and Rubies
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
. Reve_r ring in rose gold, titanium, black and white diamonds and rubies. Gold Weight gr.: 14.33 Black
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

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

De Beers White Gold Diamond Black Mother Of Pearl Enchanted Lotus Ring Size 49
By De Beers
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An elegant 18k white gold diamond and black mother of pearl ring by De Beers from the Enchanted
Category

21st Century and Contemporary South African Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

CHANEL Ultra in white gold, black ceramic and diamonds
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
CHANEL Ultra ring in 18k white gold, black ceramic, and diamonds. Original price: €5,950. Condition
Category

2010s French Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Old Mine Cut Diamond Black Onyx Ring Edwardian White Gold Wedding
Located in New York, NY
Old Mine Cut Diamond set in a beautiful white gold border. The ring is 10 Karat White Gold. The
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold

White gold skulls ring 14KT gold 7mm mens diamond ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Stunning skulls ring in 14KT white gold with black diamonds, size is 9, can be re-sized. 12 skulls
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 2.00ct Fancy Yellow Diamond and Baguette Diamond White Gold Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
price. This cushion yellow diamond ring can be made of Platinum, 14K, 18K in yellow gold, white gold or
Category

2010s Hong Kong Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, White Gold

Zorab Creation’s 7.72-Carat Black Diamond Tenacious Two-Faced Rams Ring
By Zorab Creation
Located in San Diego, CA
-carat black diamond, resonates like a lullaby from the ridgetops. The 2.20-carat black spinel
Category

2010s Aesthetic Movement Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Diamond Bow Ring Victorian Style Diamond
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
diamond ring can be custom made in solid gold or silver, and is also available with black diamonds upon
Category

2010s Indian Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Antique Georgian Diamond Solitaire Ring, White and Black Enamel, 18th Century
Located in NEWARK, GB
You cannot help but be enchanted by this superb antique mid 18th century Diamond solitaire ring. A
Category

Antique 18th Century British Rococo Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Diamond Pave 18k White Gold Snail Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
white, to fancy cognac and deep black which creates lovely contrast. Crafted in 18k white gold, this
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

17mm Tahitian Pearl Diamond 18k White Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. Made in 18k white gold, this special piece belongs in a special collection. Ring Size 6.75 Weight: 15
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Aquamarine Blue and White Diamond Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
White Diamonds. This stunning ring features a solitaire Cushion cut natural Aquamarine total weight of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White ...

14 Karat White Gold Reversible Ring with Both Diamonds and Black Sapphires
Located in Manhasset, NY
14 Kt White Gold Reversible Ring with Both Diamonds and Black Sapphires. Size 7 6.37 grams total
Category

2010s Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Vintage 1950’s Platinum Diamond Black White Pearl Bypass Ring Sz 6.75
Located in Winter Springs, FL
-I color Vs1-Si1 clarity round band baguette diamonds. The ring is centered by one black and one
Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

House of RAVN, 18k Gold, 3.77 Carat Black Diamond–Black Empress Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Black Empress Ring from the House of RAVN Diamond Collection. Material: 18k yellow gold Stone
Category

2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold

Black Diamond Band Ring made in 18K Gold
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
An elegant ring with brilliant cut Black diamonds styled in an 18K white gold band. Black Diamonds
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, 18k Gold

2.86 Carat Natural Black Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Band
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2.86 Carat Natural Black Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Band This ring has Natural Rount Cut Black
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Tahitian Pearl Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bucharest, Romania
This exceptional Tahitian black pearl and diamond double-ring showcases a rare pairing of 6.8mm and
Category

2010s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Garavelli 18 Karat White Gold Pavè White Natural Diamonds 0.10 ct Giotto Ring
By Garavelli
Located in Valenza, IT
Garavelli 18 Karat White Gold Pavè Natural Diamond ct 0.10 Giotto Collection Ring Ring size 53 US
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sybarite Jewellery 18 Karat Gold 0.73 Carat White Diamonds Ring
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in London, GB
. 3.5gr white gold (18K), 0.73ct white diamonds. UK Size E
Category

2010s Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Mixed Metal

Cabochon Ruby with Black Sapphire and Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold Setting
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 9.16 carats with Black Sapphire 2.10 carats and Diamond 1.19 carats Ring set in 18K
Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Alex Jona Twiggy White Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Crossover Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
with 0.24 carats of white diamonds, F color, VVS1 clarity, on black rhodium setting. US size 6/Eu size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Magnificent GIA 4.63 Natural Black Opal Diamond Estate Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Conroe, TX
Magnificent GIA 4.63 Natural Black Opal Diamond Estate Ring in 18K White Gold Material: 18K Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Black Opal, White Gold

Tahitian South Seas Black Pearl Ring with Diamond Surround
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This Tahitian South Sea Black Pearl ring weighs 12.9 grams and the Pearl is 14.33 mm round. The
Category

2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold

Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Ring 18k Gold with Natural Black Diamonds
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
becoming increasingly rare. We set this gem in a beautifully hand-engraved, 18k white gold ring with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Oval Shape Cabochon Mandarin Black Onyx White Diamond 18K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Dimensions: 2.20x2.00x3.10cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "108 White Diamonds 1.13 CT 1 MXMT
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Alex Jona Pink Sapphire White Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Dome Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
white diamonds, E color, VVS1 clarity and 1.25carats of pink sapphires, with black rhodium setting. Size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Dome Rings

Materials

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

Modern Black Opal Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Geometric Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold. A contemporary yellow gold ring set with an oval cabochon black opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Art Nouveau Style White Diamond Chalcedony Yellow Gold Cocktail "Owl" Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Diamonds. This Ring has 0.03 Carats of Black Diamonds. This Ring has 3.00 Carats of Pear Cut Chalcedony
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb White Enamel Diamond Ring
By David Webb
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
of white, which is much more complex to work with. This ring has spent time in both an American and
Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel

18K Gold Black Onyx Gemstone Diamond Ring
Located in Ridgefield, CT
sophistication to any look. Details: Gold Statement Ring 18K Yellow Gold Black Onyx Gemstone White Diamonds Fine
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k White Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Decorated Band Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 4 grams. Totally is black and white diamond 1.45 ct. The
Category

Early 2000s European Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

18K White Gold Orange Flower Cocktail Ring with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 Karat White Gold Orange Flower Cocktail Ring with Diamonds was featured in an editorial in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Tahitian Pearl Diamond Ring White Gold Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The Tahitian pearl and diamond ring features three pearls of 10mm diameter. The pearls are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Aquamarine Blue and White Diamond Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
prongs where we have set our blue diamonds are finished with Black Rhodium, giving the ring a stunning
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Aquamarine, Blue Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White ...

18 Karat White Diamonds Garavelli Eternity Stackable Band Ring
By Garavelli
Located in Valenza, IT
18 Karat White Diamonds Garavelli Eternity Stackable Band Ring - One is not enough ! Made In
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

18k White and Champagne Brown Marquise Cut Diamond Wide Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
18K white gold ring featuring warm champagne brown marquise cut diamonds accented with white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Black Onyx, Tourmaline and Diamond Dome Cocktail Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
Tourmaline ring, set in 18K white gold with Diamonds, black onyx and Rock Crystal. The ring is currently
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Rock Crystal, Onyx, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Vintage 6.52 Carat Diamond and White Gold Trilogy Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning 6.52 carat diamond and 18 carat white gold three stone engagement ring; part of our
Category

1990s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Diamond Black Onyx Art Deco Style Oval Shape 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
This Art Deco style ring features onyx in a beautifully ornate yellow gold oval shape setting with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Platinum Black Opal Diamond Ballerina Setting Ring ~9.13ctw
Located in Fairfield, CT
Estate Platinum Black Opal Diamond Ballerina Setting Ring ~9.13ctw This exceptional ring centers
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Opal, Opal, Platinum

Coral, Onyx, Diamond and Black Diamond 0Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Coral, Onyx, Diamond 0.51 carat and Black Diamond 0.82 carat Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold
Category

2010s Thai Art Deco More Rings

Materials

Coral, Black Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Orange Red Coral Emerald Diamond Art Deco Style 14K White Gold Black Enamel Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
sides. Featuring a gorgeous combination of white gold, coral, diamond, emerald, and black enamel, this
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Pave Diamond Coral Ring 18K Gold Black Rodium
Located in Hong Kong, HK
-starting impact. Coral 6.98gm White Diamond 0.85ct Natts Diamond 1.72ct Diameter of ring :34X25mm
Category

2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Alex Jona Cabochon Ruby White Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
cabochon ruby and 0.20 carats of white diamonds. The ring is all black rhodium plated. Alex Jona jewels
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Aquamarine Blue and White Diamond Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This large S. Georgios designer ring is made from 18 Karat White Gold and is all hand-made with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White ...

1.75 Carat Australian Black Opal Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking ring featuring a 1.75-carat oval black opal. The opal displays a vibrant rainbow of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Opal, Opal, Platinum

London Blue Topaz Diamond and Black Onyx Art Deco Style 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
A captivating composition of complementary colors, blue and black, along with sparking white light
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond &Black Onyx Art Deco Style Three Stone 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
. The rest of the ring is prepared with diamonds and milgrain edge. 14K White Gold. Ring Information
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

Platinum Rutilated Quartz White Diamond Yellow + White Gold Ring, Pamela Froman
By Pamela Froman
Located in Dallas, TX
surrounded with round brilliant-cut F/vs1 white diamonds totaling 0.28 carats. Size 7.0 (can be sized
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Quartz, Other, Gold, 18k Gold, Y...

Orange Red Coral Black Diamond Emerald Onyx Art Deco Style 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
dinner ring. The combination of coral, diamond, emerald and black onyx are crafted in 14k white gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

Sybarite Cross Ring in Blackened Gold with Black Diamonds
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in London, GB
ring set with 1.36 Carat of round cut black diamonds. Total weight of the ring is 2.9g. UK Size P. USA
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Black Star Sapphire Diamond Gold Cluster Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
between the white diamonds and black sapphires. A true piece of fine jewelry made in 18k white gold. Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Star Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Orange Red Coral Diamond Emerald Black Onyx Art Deco Style 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Beautiful and finely detailed white gold cocktail ring center securely set with an oval coral and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

Georgios Collections White Gold 18 Karat Blue and White Diamond Wide Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer 18 Karat White Gold Ring all custom made by hand and featuring Brilliant cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k...

14K White Gold 0.08ct Diamond and Ruby Heart Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
brand new 14K White Gold 0.08 ct Diamond and Ruby Heart Ring come with a gift box.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Black Enamel Ring Fleur de Lis
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Diamond Black Enamel Ring Fleur de Lis Ring with black Enamel, inspired by Victorian Age, Memento
Category

2010s Indian Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel

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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.