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Victorian Banded Agate Locket Back Signet Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
perfect proportion. The 18 Kt gold shank has delightful black enamel on the shoulders. The ring inner
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Textured Bypass Style Snake Ring with Black Accent Scales
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring is approximately a size 10. This 14 karat gold bypass ring is a true marvel of artistry
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Yellow Gold Masonic Symbols Band - 14k Blue Lodge Shriners Yod Ring 13 3/4
Located in Greensboro, NC
Enamel Color: Black, Blue, Red, Green, Yellow, & White Style: Band Features: Masonic symbols spanning
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Pansy Ring of 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
thoughtfully transformed by our jeweler into a ring by removing the pin stem and adding a 18k gold band. The
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Antique 1870s Victorian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Georgian Diamond Enameled Urn Mourning Hair Locket Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
! Crafted in 18kt rose gold, the ring is richly detailed, and serves as a fine example of the mourning
Category

Antique 1770s Georgian More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Gryllos Cameo Ring of 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
composite set in a substantial 18k gold mounting adorned with hand painted black and white enamel. At the
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Antique Mid-19th Century Renaissance Revival Engagement Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Enamel

Vintage Ring Black Onyx Diamonds solid 18K Yellow Gold Ø US7.5 / 2gr
Located in SE
Vintage Unisex type Ring set with bezel set cabochon cut natural Black Onyx stone accented with old
Category

Vintage 1950s European Retro Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Beauvince East West Diamonds Band (1.87 ct Diamonds) in Rose Gold
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
The East & West diamond ring features black and white diamonds set in rose gold and further
Category

2010s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Art Deco Ring Eternity Band Platinum Diamond Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An Art Deco ring designed as an eternity band, made of platinum with diamonds. The gemstones are
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Platinum

22 Karat Yellow Gold 14.85 Carat Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
further complemented by black enamel, broadening the overall wearability of the ring with this
Category

2010s Indian Anglo-Indian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K 13.33 ct Natural Color Play Black Opal Diamonds Cocktail Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
-carat natural black Opal with a color-play effect. It is set on the 14K yellow gold band with natural F
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

HRD 14K 14.92 ct Natural Color Play Black Opal Diamonds Cocktail Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
-carat natural black Opal with a color-play effect. It is set on the 14K white gold band with natural F-G
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Georgian 1790s Mourning Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful 15ct rose gold mourning ring from the late Georgian era. The piece has been set
Category

Antique 1790s Georgian Fashion Rings

Materials

Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Vintage 14KT Yellow Gold Solitaire Diamond Ring, Engraved Shank
Located in New York, NY
A vintage solitaire with subtle distinction, this 14KT yellow gold ring features an engraved shank
Category

Mid-20th Century Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Art Deco Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
faceted old cut diamond. This trio sits amidst a duo of parallel champlevé black enamelled lines which
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

UTOPIA Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
sophistication with timeless luxury. Crafted in 18kt rose gold, the ring features a bold, contrasting black
Category

2010s Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

1957 Men Signet Ring Onyx solid 18K Gold US8.5 / 2.38gr
Located in SE
ϟiignet Ring for Men in solid 18K Yellow Gold with carved shoulders decorated with natural black
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Retro Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold

Customizable Round Signet Ring - 18k Yellow Gold - 1 Niccolo Diameter 15.0 mm
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
its bands range from black to almost every color. Commonly, specimens of onyx contain bands of black
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

10k Yellow Gold 0.80ct Lab Amethyst, Diamond Penn State Univ. 1989 Class Ring
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in warm 10K yellow gold, this Penn State University class ring features a marquise-cut lab
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 1.50ct Diamond Cluster Ring 14k Yellow Gold Sz 9 Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
cluster mount, with black enamel stations. The ring is fitted with an arthritis shank (can be replaced if
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Masonic Double Eagle 0.38ctw Diamond Ring Set In 14K Gold Platinum Face
Located in Sewickley, PA
, rendered in white gold relief. Each shoulder displays an enameled black triangle with the number “32
Category

Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum

Vintage Egyptian Men Signet Ring Onyx stone solid 18K Rose Gold Ø11.25US / 5.2gr
Located in SE
ϟignet Ring for Men decorated with bezel set polished plate of Black Onyx. Stone's surface is
Category

Vintage 1950s Egyptian Retro Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

C1680 Stuart Period Paste Cluster Ring with Center Almandine Garnet
Located in Baltimore, MD
has significant hand gold work throughout. There is a painted black Florentine enamel design at the
Category

Antique Early 1700s English Stuart Cluster Rings

Materials

Garnet, 18k Gold, Enamel

Statement ring with Uncut diamond, Mother of pearl handcrafted in 18k Gold
By Jay Rawat
Located in Jaipur, IN
black enamel work all around the border of the ring, this work is called "Partaash" in hindi and the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

1899 Antique Ring natural 4ct Opal Diamonds solid 18K Gold ØUS 5.25 / 3gr
Located in SE
A ring with the band in solid 18K Yellow Gold featuring elaborate wrought shoulders and crown with
Category

Antique 1890s European Arts and Crafts Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

1945 Art Deco Ring natural Diamond 6ct Onyx solid 14K 585 Gold Ø5US / 3.2 gr
Located in SE
Art - Deco styled Ring in solid 585 Yellow Gold decorated with bezel set natural old European cut
Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Retro Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Pavilion Luxury Ring High End 6.67ct Ruby Unheat Burma Unique jewelry 18K Gold
Located in bangkok, TH
elements of the band are embellished with brilliant-cut diamonds, black enamel, and red coral details
Category

2010s Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Other, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

Antique Georgian Era Ring circa 1825 18 Karat Yellow Gold Memorial Hair Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
braided in a protected oval glass mount. Black enamel borders the pearls. The inner band is engraved "John
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Antique 1820s British Georgian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1945 Signet Ring 3.5 ct natural Onyx solid 18K Gold Ø 6.5 US / 2.7gr
Located in SE
ϟignet Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with natural black Onyx stone rectangular cut and
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Retro Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold

1984 Signet Men Ring 4ct natural Onyx solid 18K Gold Ø 9.75 US / 3.5 gr
Located in SE
ϟiignet Ring for Men in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with natural black Onyx stone stone
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Vintage 1980s Swedish Retro Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold

1950 Signet Men Ring ct natural Onyx solid 18K Gold Ø 9.75 US / 5.51gr
Located in SE
ϟiignet Ring for Men in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with natural black Onyx stone stone
Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Retro Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold

Vintage Signet Men Ring 4ct natural Onyx solid 18K Gold Ø US 10.75 / 4.9gr
Located in SE
ϟiignet Ring for Men in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with natural black Onyx stone stone
Category

Vintage 1950s European Retro Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold

1954 Signet Men Ring 5ct natural Onyx solid 18K Gold Ø 10.5 US / 5.38gr
Located in SE
ϟiignet Ring for Men in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with natural black Onyx stone stone
Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Retro Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold

1954 Signet Men Ring 4.5ct natural Onyx solid 18K Gold Ø 9.25 US / 4.25gr
Located in SE
ϟiignet Ring for Men in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with natural black Onyx stone stone
Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Retro Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold

1885 Nordic Halo Ring 2.5ct Turquoise 1.5 ct Diamonds 18K Gold Silver Ø8US /5gr
Located in SE
Beautiful Halo Ring from XIX century in period Leather and Silk box. Band in solid 18K Yellow Gold
Category

Antique 1880s Swedish Art Nouveau Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Silver

1953 Signet Men Ring natural 4.5ct Onyx solid 18K Gold Ø 10.5 US / 5 gr
Located in SE
ϟiignet Ring for Men in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with natural black Onyx stone stone
Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Retro Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold

10 Karat 1956 Desales Class Ring
Located in Palm Desert, CA
with black enamel as the background. Engraved on the inside band of the ring are HJ10K and cursive
Category

Vintage 1950s Dome Rings

Materials

Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

1933 Nordic Ring natural Blue Spinel Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø US 5.75 /1.7gr
Located in SE
Art -Deco period Three stones Ring featuring a band in solid 18K Yellow Gold with Platinum clusters
Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

C1700 18K Stuart Period Crystal Betrothal Ring w Woven Wire Cypher
Located in Baltimore, MD
decorative black florentine enamel work. The enamel is limited to the shoulders so lucky for us, this ring
Category

Antique Early 18th Century British Stuart Solitaire Rings

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold

Art Deco Ring Platinum Old European Cut Diamond French Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A spectacular French Art Deco diamond ring made of platinum and 18k white gold. The center of the
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold, White Gold

Georgian 18k Enamel Locket Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
with beautiful black enameling, and opens to reveal a rectangular-shaped compartment. The backdrop of
Category

Antique 1750s Georgian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Georgian Gold, Enamel, and Seed Pearl Braided Hair Mourning Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
plaited hair behind glass in a worked gold setting set with seed pearls and surrounded by a black enamel
Category

Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, Enamel

SĀMAÁ Diamonds - Orion Noir Pendant - Black Enamel Diamond Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
elegance. Crafted in gold with striking black enamel, its motif creates a statement of power and grace
Category

2010s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

SĀMAÁ Diamonds - Echo Noir Everyday Earrings - Black Enamel Diamond Earrings
Located in Houston, TX
About the Echo Noir Everyday Earrings: Echo Noir Everyday Earrings feature a sleek black enamel
Category

2010s American Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Ewer Pendant Green Enamel solid 18K Gold / 3.45gr
Located in SE
engravings, Black Enamel and Seed Pearls. All metal parts made of solid 830 Silver. Gilt internal
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Vintage 1920s Greek Greek Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Enamel, 18k Gold

TIFFANY CO. 1915 Edwardian Guilloche Enameled Watch Necklace In 18Kt Gold
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Miami, FL
rings are works of art and best worn alone or alongside a simple wedding band. Mill graining, a new
Category

Vintage 1910s American Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold

1820 Nordic Life Love Death Poison Pin Enamel 18K Gold / 1.36gr
Located in SE
/ or Death. Engraved and enameled with Bright Red, Grass Green, Sky Blue and Black on solid 18K. Pin
Category

Antique 19th Century Swedish Aesthetic Movement Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Enamel

Edwardian 1903 Swiss Necklace Watch In 14Kt Gold With Guilloché Blue Enamel
Located in Miami, FL
topped with vivid blue and white glass enamels. Fitted on top with a movable ring in the shape of a three
Category

Antique Early 1900s Swiss Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Georgian Gold Earrings with Blue Enamel Guilloche Pearl Cluster c.1800
Located in London, GB
' design with a band of white enamel and gold to further accentuate its design. In low light settings
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Stud Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Enamel

Antique Nordic Eternity Knot Pendant Picture Locket 14K Yellow Gold Enamel/2.75g
Located in SE
ornament of Eternity Knot in miniature proportions on frontal side. Traces of black Enamel. Protruding nail
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Vintage 1920s Danish Greek Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Enamel, 14k Gold

Edwardian 1908 Miniature Travel Clock With Guilloché Enamel In Sterling With Box
Located in Miami, FL
. The three sides panels and the top, are embellished with applications of blue/gray enamel over a
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Edwardian Desk Accessories

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Vintage Egyptian Clips Earrings 5 ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Enamel /11gr
Located in SE
with flowers connected, with borders in Black Enamel. One diamond flower can be rotated around
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Vintage 1930s Egyptian Renaissance Revival Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique Black Onyx and Diamond Yellow Gold Cross Pendant, circa 1850
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
paralleling band of exceptional black hot enamel. The chain secures with a conventional spring-loaded bolt
Category

Antique 1850s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

VERGER FRERES 1905 Edwardian Enameled Pendant Watch In Platinum Diamonds
By Verger Frères
Located in Miami, FL
is used in fine jewelry to enhance the appearance of brooches, rings and pendants. Guilloché enamel
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Antique Austrian Bohemian Bracelet Garnets Seed Pearls Enamel / 18cm / 34gr
Located in SE
occurs in general or if band of the ring changes shape or becomes deformed. Such misfortunes may occur
Category

Vintage 1910s Austrian Renaissance Revival Link Bracelets

Materials

Pearl, Garnet, Gold-filled, Silver, Enamel

Edwardian 14kt Swiss Enamel Open Link Chain Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
bold gold outlines. The enameled links are linked together with smaller, oval, banded links. The length
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

Art Deco Revival Platinum Chain Necklace Diamond Sapphire Enamel Beads
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, slender gold bands hold bezel set sapphires and round diamonds. The loops that connect the beads to the
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum, Yellow Gold

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Gold And Black Enamel Band Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the gold and black enamel band ring you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Making the right choice when shopping for a gold and black enamel band ring may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but 1.5 Carat and 2 Carat versions are of considerable interest. A gold and black enamel band ring from Roberto Coin, Hidalgo and Nouvelle Bague — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Take a look at a gold and black enamel band ring featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also baguette cut cut and mixed cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a gold and black enamel band ring, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Gold And Black Enamel Band Ring?

The price for a gold and black enamel band ring starts at $11 and tops out at $9,500 with these rings, on average, selling for $1,600.

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.

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.