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Fashionable Italian Black Diamond White Gold Statement Signet Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 1-RND 57-0,01-4/6 Diamond 25-RND 57-0,26
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2010s Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Graceful Black Sapphire Diamond Milgrain Ring in 14k White Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Graceful Black Sapphire Diamond Milgrain Ring in 14k White Gold This engagement ring is
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

18ct White Gold Black Opal and Diamond Cluster Ring 0.62ct 5.28g
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
This exquisite black opal and diamond cluster ring is crafted in 18ct white gold, featuring a
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Opal, White Gold, 18k Gold

Gucci "Chiodo" 18k White Gold Black Onyx and Diamond Ring
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
white gold. Featuring a sleek black onyx top framed by sculptural contours, it’s accented with pavé-set
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20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Black White Diamonds Crystal Art Deco Style, Victorian Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very beautiful and one of a kind, Black and White Diamonds & transparent Crystal Art Deo style
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Crystal, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Black and White Diamond Multi-Row Layered Band Ring Set in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
contrast between the black and white diamonds lends a striking visual appeal to the ring, while the elegant
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

18k White Gold Black Tahitian Pearl Ring with Diamonds
By Avanti
Located in Carrollton, TX
This elegant 13.55 mm black Tahitian pearl is set in a custom diamond setting that completely
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2010s American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Alex Jona Spiral Black Agate White Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Dome Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
pierced multi spiral pattern set with 3.34 carats of white diamonds against a black agate cabochon. US
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Agate, White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

White Gold Black Enamel and Diamond Large Scale Ring
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Made of 18K white gold with black enamel accents and set with 16 round brilliant cut diamonds
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Late 20th Century Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Enamel

Zorab Creation The Arabian Elegance: Black, White, and Yellow Diamond Horse Ring
By Zorab Creation
Located in San Diego, CA
Ring. With its black, white, and yellow diamonds, it's more than a ring; it's a work of art that
Category

2010s Aesthetic Movement Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, Black Spinel, 18k Gold, Pa...

5 Carat Black Opal Diamond Ring
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
opal center stone weighs approximately 5 carats and is framed by four white baguette diamonds that
Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Black Diamonds Byzantine Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
Rhodium. The stunning ring features 6 Brilliant cut Black Diamonds in a total weight of 0.68 Carat. Please
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Band Rings

Materials

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

Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Pear Rubelite Ring with Black Diamonds
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer ring is handcrafted from solid 18 Karat White Gold, showcasing a stunning pear
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

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

18 Karat White Gold Black Diamonds Pavè Band Eternity Garavelli Ring
By Garavelli
Located in Valenza, IT
(18kt white gold) This Eternity ring is an iconic piece, featuring three rows of black diamonds set in
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2010s Italian Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.25cttw White and Black Round Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring 14k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful diamond cocktail ring is crafted in fine 14k white gold. An excellent pave set of
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2010s Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Black and White Diamonds in Chessboard Design in 18 Karat White Gold Ring
By Pradera Irama
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
sparkler, handmade Spain This ring has total of 1,50ct of diamonds Size 54 Europe, 7 USA but can be
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natan Colorless Fancy Black Diamond Geometric Articulated Ring White Gold Brazil
Located in Lisbon, PT
Natan colorless diamond and fancy black diamond geometric articulated band ring in 18 karat white
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Early 2000s Brazilian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Stephen Webster 18k White Gold Black Diamonds Green Quartz Ring
By Stephen Webster
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Green Quartz Black Diamonds: 0.60ctw Ring Size: 7 Model number: WR0922 SKU: SW01198 Retail price
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, White Gold

14k Yellow Gold Oval Emerald and Black and White Diamond Flower Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k Yellow Gold Oval Emerald and Black and White Diamond Flower Ring This stunning Diamond Emerald
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

White Gold Black White Diamond Heart Ring, 10k Round Brilliant .30ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
This ring is a size 7. Brand: Barbara Bixby Metal Content: Guaranteed Sterling Silver & 18k Gold
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Late 20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver, White Gold

Estate Art Deco Style 18 Karat White Gold Black and White Diamond Bow Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Estate Art Deco Style 18K white gold black and white diamond bow ring. Showcasing 105 round
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Black White 1.55CT Diamond Checkered Band Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Black White Diamond Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

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

1.63tcw 14K Colombian Emerald-Pear Cut White/Black Diamond Tiara Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
. Minor Jardins exist in the emerald as it is natural and earth mined. 9 total white and black diamonds
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2010s American Modern More Rings

Materials

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

Australian Black Opal 3.15 Carats Diamond Halo Ring in 18k White Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This dramatic 18k white gold ring features a vibrant, multicolor black opal from the Mintabie Mine
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

18kt White Gold Snake Ring with 2.04ct Black 1.75ct White Diamonds Ruby Eyes
By Crivelli Gioielli
Located in Antwerp, BE
Magnificent 18kt White Gold Snake Ring with 2.04ct Black & 1.75ct White Diamonds & Ruby Eyes
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, White Gold

Handcrafted 18 Karat Gold Yellow Sapphires Black&White Diamonds Tourmaline Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Sapphires 0.08 Karats Black&White Diamonds Tourmaline Bee Cocktail Ring
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2010s Italian Art Nouveau Fashion Rings

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Tourmaline, Yellow Sapphire, Sapphire, Black Diamond, White Diamond, Yel...

1960s Cultured Black and White Pearl and Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning black and white cultured pearl, 0.95 carat diamond and 14 karat white gold twist style
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.29 Carat Natural Diamond White Gold Flower Black Rhodium Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
0.29 Carat Natural Diamond White Gold Flower Black Rhodium Ring This ring has Natural Round Cut
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2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium

1.86 Carats Total Black and White Pave Diamond Wave Wide Band Ring in White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
, this black and white pave diamond piece offers beautiful contrast, modern design and chic
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

14k White Gold Split Shank Ring with Halo Black Diamond Center - Size 6.75
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This is a 14k White Gold Split Shank Ring with One ~0.30ct Black Diamond Center Stone, and Forty
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21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

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

Sterling Silver 3/8 Cttw Enhanced Black and White Diamond Men s Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
sterling silver and showcases 3/8ct TDW of shimmering black and white round cut diamonds. Black diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Sacchi Black and White Diamonds Gemstones 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Sacchi Gioielli
Located in Rome, IT
Gorgeous Satin Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring embellished with Black and White Diamonds, from Sacchi’s
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

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

Gorgeous 18kt Big White Gold Ring With 3.88 ct Black 3.87ct White Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous 18kt Big White Gold Ring With 3.88 ct Black & 3.87ct White Diamonds Diamonds: Brilliant
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, White Gold

AJD Salt and Pepper Diamond and Black Diamond Ring
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Unique Salt and Pepper Diamond Ring with Black Diamond Accents in Sterling Silver Discover the
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Sterling Silver

Ruby with Black Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.85 carats with Black Diamond 0.50 carat Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 0.8 cm
Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Palmiero White and Blue Diamond Gold Ring
By Palmiero
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
, Blue end Black Diamonds. The approximative measures of this Italian made ring are listed below. Signed
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Domus Romana Sacchi Black&White Diamonds Gemstones 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By Sacchi Gioielli
Located in Rome, IT
with 0.15 carat round white diamonds and 0.07 carat round black diamonds. Sacchi's Jewels are entirely
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

18K White Gold 0.80 carat Diamond Solitaire Ring –Black Friday
Located in Sant Josep de sa Talaia, IB
Size & Resizing: US 7 / UK N / EU 54 Resizable at no extra cost for a perfect fit. Diamond Details
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21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Cartier Panther Panthere Claw Diamond Black Onyx White Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Diamond & Black Onyx Panther Panthere Claw Ring by Cartier. This ring comes with
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1990s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, White Gold

TJD 0.33 Carat White Treated Black Diamond 14 Karat Gold Stackable Band Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful stackable band ring features shimmering brilliant cut diamonds and treated black
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2010s Indian Modern Band Rings

Materials

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

TJD 0.50 Carat White Treated Black Diamond 14 Karat Gold Stackable Band Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful stackable band ring features shimmering brilliant cut diamonds and treated black
Category

2010s Indian Modern Band Rings

Materials

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

14 Karat White Gold Vintage Black Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14k white gold Diamonds: 1 round brilliant cut = .03ct Color: H Clarity
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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diana M. 7.50 Carat Black and White Diamond Dome Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Black and White diamond Dome Ring, features 7.50 Carat of diamonds. Diana M. is a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Engagement White Diamond Band Elegant White Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White 14K Gold Ring Diamond 8-0,95 ct Diamond 7-0,82 ct Diamond 3-0,35 ct Diamond 2-0,23 ct
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2010s Swiss Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, White Gold

South Sea Pearl Black Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
in the center of the ring followed by petals of alternating black and white diamonds that are set
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Semi Black Opal and Diamond Ring of 18k White Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This captivating 1990s statement ring celebrates the natural beauty of a semi-black opal, its play
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1990s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Alex Jona Black Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Filigree Ring Band
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
with 0.24 carats of Black Diamonds. This ring is 6.5 US and available to order in all sizes. Being
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Band Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Alex Jona Black White Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Eternity Band Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
, showcasing 18 round cut black diamonds prong-set weighing 1.16 and 6 white diamonds, fot total carats 0.35
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wedding Rings

Materials

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

Coctail Ring Diamond Star Black Enamel J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Star Covered Black Enamel “Cosmic Orb” Ring with Black Diamonds and White Diamonds 14K Gold Plated
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2010s Indian Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel

18k Rose Gold Black and White Diamond Flower Cocktail Ring and Pendant
By Avanti
Located in Carrollton, TX
Superb craftsmanship! This 18k rose gold black and white diamond rose flower ring also converts
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2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Ring with Black Rhodium
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
- beads and twisted wires. Ring features center 0.16 Carat Emerald cut white diamond and 54 brilliant cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Solitaire Rings

Materials

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

14K White Gold Black Onyx Diamond Ring Size 4.5 #18050
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K White Gold Black Onyx Diamond Ring Size 4.5 This beautiful ring was crafted form 14K white
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20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Black Enamel Diamond Star Orb Ring
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Enamel Diamond Star Orb Ring – Victorian Memento Mori Twisted Band by J Dauphin Designer: J
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2010s Indian Victorian Band Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling S...

Roman Malakov 6.13 Carat Total Round White Black Diamond Flower Cocktail Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
on a pavé design. Surrounded by movable flower petals encrusted with black and white diamonds. Black
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Rachel Koen 0.50Ctw Black White Diamond Ladies Ring 14K White Gold Size 6.75
Located in New York, NY
This stylish ring features prong set white and black diamonds encrusted in an open heart shaped
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2010s Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Sterling Silver 3/8ct Composite Enhanced Black and White Diamond Men s Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
sterling silver and showcases 3/8ct TDW of shimmering black and white round cut diamonds. Black diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Sterling Silver 3/8ct Composite Enhanced Black and White Diamond Men s Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
sterling silver and showcases 3/8ct TDW of shimmering black and white round cut diamonds. Black diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

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

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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 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 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 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.