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Chunky Kunzite Black Enamel Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
An extravagant and chunky cocktail ring in black enamel, sustaining a large fine kunzite
Category

Vintage 1970s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Kunzite, White Diamond, 18k Gold

18 Karat White Gold, Black Enamel, and Diamond Flower Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K white gold / black enamel Diamond: 52 round brilliant, pear, and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Syna Yellow Gold Black Enamel Ring with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Black enamel Diamonds 0.06 ct approx Can be stacked with other
Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

David Webb Black Enamel Diamond Gold Dome Ring
By David Webb
Located in San Francisco, CA
Bold & beautiful David Webb black enamel ring detailed with 57 round brilliant cut diamonds
Category

20th Century American Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

1980s David Webb Black Enamel Diamond Gold Ring
By David Webb
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
gold, black enamel and encrusted with round brilliant cut diamonds (total weight approximately 3.0
Category

Vintage 1980s American Dome Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold

18 Karat White Gold Black Enamel and Diamond Deco Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K white gold Diamond: 9 baguette cut = 1.50cttw Color: F Clarity: VS2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Enamel

Antique Black Enamel Rose Cut Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
bed with surrounding black enamel claws. Head diameter: 1.4 cm, ring width at the base: 2.3 mm
Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Black Enamel Snake Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
black color enamel. The eyes of the ring is set with red garnet. The snake can be customized in any
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Goshwara Emerald, Diamonds and Black Enamel Ring
By Goshwara
Located in New York, NY
Emerald Ring with Diamonds and Black Enamel in 18K Yellow Gold, from 'G-One' Collection. Our G-One
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Syna Yellow Gold Black and White Enamel Ring with Champagne Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Black enamel White enamel Diamonds 0.07 carat approx. Ring size US
Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby and Black Enamel Snake Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Designed as a snake with black enamel diamonds and rubies eyes. Size 7 Weight: 18,30gr.
Category

20th Century Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

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

20th Century Russian Edwardian Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond

Alessadro Fanfani 18 Karat White Gold and Black Enamel Diamond Ring
By Alessandro Fanfani
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Alessadro Fanfani Material: 18K white gold & black enamel Diamond: 10 round brilliant cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

David Webb Gold and Black Enamel Tiger Print Ring with Diamonds
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18K gold and black enamel with round cut diamonds. Signed by David Webb. Size 7
Category

Vintage 1960s More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Black Enamel Diamond Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Stacking Band Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish black enamel & diamond stacking band crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. 5 round brilliant
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

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

Modernist Black Enamel Diamonds White and Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Birmingham, AL
This beautiful ring is made in 18k yellow gold with w hite gold behind the diamonds. The main focus
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Modernist Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Black Opal Diamond Green Enamel Work Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
- White Color - SI-I Clarity - 0.65ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold w/ Green Enamel Work
Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Black Red Enamel Snake Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
black and red enamel. The eyes of the ring is set with Crysophrase (eye). The snake can be customized in
Category

2010s Hong Kong Modernist Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold, Enamel

GIA Certified 3.62 Carat Diamond Ring in Gold and Black Enamel
Located in New York, NY
clarity. The diamond is GIA certified with a report #2205358868. The ring is made in 18K white gold and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Black Doublet Opal Diamond Enamel Work Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
White Color - 0.09ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold & Enamel Work Weight: 13.57 Grams Ring
Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

MoonStone Diamond Black Enamel Cocktail Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
weight 0.31 carat. The diamond halo is surrounded by black enamel. The ring is set in 14 karat yellow
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Natural Aquamarine, Black Enamel Diamonds Cocktail Ring Set in 18K Gold
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and one of a kind, Aquamarine & Black Enamel Cocktail Ring set in 18K Gold
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Aquamarine Diamond Black Enamel Cocktail Ring in 14 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
weight 0.49 carat. The diamond halo is surrounded by black enamel. The ring is set in 14 karat rose gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Sparkling Rose Cut Diamond Ring with Black Enamel
Located in Lucerne, CH
Charming ring in 18 karat gold featuring a 1.20 carat rose cut diamond of K color and si clarity
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

French Modern Diamond Black Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bangle Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
shaded gray-black enamel on the top, punctuated by two lines of 5 modern brilliant-cut diamonds. Height
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Band Rings

Materials

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

Edwardian 14k Black Enamel and Diamond Snake Ring
Located in Hummelstown, PA
Crowned with a black enamel head set with a chunky .45 carat old mine cut diamond, this striking
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel

Art Deco Black Enamel and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Denver, CO
total of approximately 2.18 carats of white diamonds and accented with black enamel. The center stone is
Category

Mid-20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

French 19th Century Diamonds Black Enamel Marquise Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
cushion-cut diamonds on black enamel. The start of the ring is wide, openwork and chased. Total weight of
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Cluster Rings

Materials

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

David Webb 18k Yellow Gold Diamonds, Emeralds, Black Enamel Tiger Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
This stunning ring by David Webb crafted as the coiled tiger with looped tail. There are an
Category

20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

14K Gold Black Enamel Ring with 2.65 Carat Old Mine-Cut Diamond
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A striking antique ring crafted in 14K yellow gold with bold black enamel detailing, centering an
Category

Vintage 1910s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

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

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

1960 s Victorian Revival Black Opal Diamond Enamel 14K Gold Vintage Halo Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
gallery Stamped for 14 karat gold Circa: 1960s; victorian revival Ring Size: 6 3/4 and sizable Measures
Category

Vintage 1960s Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Antique Style Diamond Enamel Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
diamonds. The sparkling diamonds forming a flower cluster are separated by black enamel that also designs
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pear Diamond Orange Black White Enamel Coiled Serpent Snake Ring Yellow Gold
Located in Lisbon, PT
A contemporary diamond and polychrome enamel serpent snake cocktail or dress ring in 19.2 karat
Category

2010s Portuguese Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian Mourning Ring, 18 Karat Gold, Black Enamel, Diamond and Pearl
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful antique Victorian era mourning ring. Crafted in 18kt yellow gold it has a beautiful
Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Enamel Black Eternity Diamond White Gold 18 Karat
By Shimon s Creations
Located in New York, NY
"Shimon's Creations" patterned black enamel spinning band ring in 18K white gold with signature
Category

2010s American Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Black and White Enamel Snake Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
finest attention to detail, this unique ring boasts 0.46 carats of sparkling white round diamonds that
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Nouvelle Bague White Gold Diamond Enamel Band Ring
By Nouvelle Bague
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
White gold, black enamel and diamond band by Nouvelle Bague. Cigar band shape ring. Diamonds shaped
Category

1990s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

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

Antique 1880s American High Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Vintage 14k Gold Platinum AGL Bezel Sapphire Diamond Black Enamel 11.90ctw Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This truly magnificent and stunning vintage cocktail ring is crafted in solid 14k yellow gold and
Category

Vintage 1940s Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Vintage 14k Gold Platinum AGL Bezel Sapphire Diamond Black Enamel 11.90ctw Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This truly magnificent and stunning vintage cocktail ring is crafted in solid 14k yellow gold and
Category

Vintage 1940s Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Coral Diamond and Black Enamel Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
), round diamonds (app. 1.35 cts), and black enamel. Circa 1960s.
Category

Vintage 1970s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold

David Webb Emerald Coral Diamond Enamel Gold Ring
By David Webb
Located in Napoli, NA
A beautiful 1960s 18K yellow gold Emerald Coral Diamond Enamel ring by David Webb. Features an
Category

Vintage 1960s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Coral, Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold, Enamel

1910s Heart Shaped Amethyst Enamel Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
framed by 1.50 carats of brilliant diamonds and accented by black enamel. The 14k yellow gold mounting is
Category

Vintage 1910s Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold

David Webb Platinum 18K Yellow Gold Diamond, Pearl, Black Enamel Bombe Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
, Pearl, Black Enamel Bombe Ring. Due to it's ring guard this ring can fit sizes from 6 to 7.5.
Category

20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Set in 18K Gold, 1.51 carats, Ruby, Black Enamel Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very beautiful and gorgeous, Ruby Cocktail / Engagement Ring set in 18K Gold, Black Enamel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Enamel

DAVID WEBB Black Enamel and Diamond Ring
By David Webb
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Sophisticated and streamlined David Webb ring in 18K Yellow Gold, handsomely enameled in a classic
Category

Vintage 1960s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Wide Eye Shaped Black Enamel Dome Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
beautiful enamel and diamond cocktail ring that is 100% guaranteed to make a statement. Enjoy! --Stone(s
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage Roulette Spinning Diamond Enamel Ring 14k Gold
Located in Orlando, FL
Vintage 14K Gold Roulette Wheel Ring with Spinning Diamond – ca. 1975 A playful yet luxurious
Category

Vintage 1970s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Hidalgo .24 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Ring 18k Gold Black Enamel Zig-Zag
By Hidalgo
Located in Greensboro, NC
set against a rich black enameled background. Together, the diamonds have a .24 combined carat total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Pearl Rose Cut Diamond Black Enamel Cluster Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
pearl and rose cut diamonds. It is adorned with black enamel. Weight: 3.57g Size: 15.75 (US 5
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Enamel

Set in 18K Gold, 4.51 carats, Emerald, Black Enamel Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Emerald & Black Enamel Engagement Ring set in 18K White Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Enamel

Enamel Ruby Diamond Gold Antelope Dome Ring
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow gold and enamel and diamond and ruby ring. The ring is designed as an antelope
Category

Vintage 1970s American Dome Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mediterranean Coral, Black Enamel and Diamonds on 18 Karat Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Crema, Cremona
coral, black enamel and diamonds. The coral species is Coralium rubrum: such species does not need a
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Art Deco Diamond, Enamel + Lightning Ridge Black Opal Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
with glittering diamonds. A border of rich black enamel surrounds the ring and creates a split shank
Category

Vintage 1920s Australian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold, Platinum, Enamel, Mixed Metal

Enamel Diamond Gold Skulls Band Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990 14K Yellow Gold band ring Decorated in Black Enamel and set with 5 round Brilliant cut
Category

1990s American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

2.80 Carat Diamond Baguette Flower Ring in 18k White Gold and Black Enamel
By Shimon s Creations
Located in New York, NY
2.80 Carat Diamond Baguette Flower Ring in 18k White Gold and Black Enamel Beautifully detailed
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Aesthetic Movement Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

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Gold Black Enamel Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact gold black enamel diamond ring you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Enamel, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect gold black enamel diamond ring among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced 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. A gold black enamel diamond ring from David Webb, Exquisite Color Kraft Pvt Ltd and Mousson Atelier — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes cabochon and rose cut alternatives. Finding a gold black enamel diamond ring for sale for women should be easy, but there are 52 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Gold Black Enamel Diamond Ring?

Prices for a gold black enamel diamond ring can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1 and can go as high as $319,341, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,925.

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.