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Natural 36.29 Carat Emerald Carving Ring Set in 18 Karat Gold with Black Enamel
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A beautiful classic yet chic emerald carving ring set in 18k gold with black enamel and diamonds
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Old Mine Diamond and Enamel Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
beautiful ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold. The ring has chunky old mine diamonds on it with black enamel
Category

Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique OB Ostby Barton 10K Yellow Gold 0.82ctw Diamond Masonic Enamel Ring
Located in Sewickley, PA
design enriched with hand-applied black, red, green, and white enamel detailing. The ring features a
Category

Vintage 1920s American Retro Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian 14k Diamond and Enamel Engagement Ring 0.70ct
Located in Narberth, PA
gold, this ring features a solitaire cushion cut mine cut diamond, which is held within a six-prong
Category

Antique 1880s Victorian Solitaire Rings

Materials

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

Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Old Mine Diamond Enamel Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Old Mine Diamond Enamel Engagement Ring - GIA. This
Category

Antique 1850s European Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Solange Azagury-Partridge Enamel Gold Gaming RIng
By Solange Azagury-Partridge
Located in Greenwich, CT
-Partridge 18 karat gold and enamel ring. Domed to resemble a dice cube, the oversized ring has the playing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Enamel, Gold

11.33 Carat Cabochon Aquamarine Diamond Enamel Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
surrounded by a diamond halo and black enamel. Ring is set in 18 karat white gold. Similar items are also
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold, Enamel

Art Deco Moonstone Diamond Enamel 18 Karat White Gold Vintage Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
displaying vivid blue adularescence Bezel set with a halo surround of glossy black enamel - minimal loss
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

14.79 Spessartite Garnet Cabochon Diamond Enamel Yellow Gold Dome Band Ring 18K
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
striking Art Deco inspired design. Sparkling white diamonds add eye-catching contrast to the dramatic black
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Dome Rings

Materials

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

Victorian 14k Diamond and Enamel Engagement Ring .4ct
Located in Narberth, PA
A lovely diamond engagement ring from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 14k yellow gold, this
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Antique 1880s Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Kunzite, Diamond and Enamel Ring, Signed Elizabeth Gage
By Elizabeth Gage
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
devotees of Elizabeth Gage. Note the repeating pattern of black enamel crosses at the backdrop. This piece
Category

Late 20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Kunzite, Enamel

Antique Victorian 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Black Enamel 3-Stone Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful & super unique Victorian 3 Stone Diamond Engagement ring in yellow gold with black enamel
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Roberto Coin Diamond and Enamel Gold Ring Fine Estate Jewelry
By Roberto Coin
Located in Montreal, QC
Awesome and finely detailed Iconic Roberto Coin Diamond and Black Enamel Dome Ring. Hand crafted in
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Late 20th Century Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Diamond and Enamel "Paris Nouvelle Vague" Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
wave-shaped formations, the edges with black enamel accents, all mounted in 18ct white gold, with full
Category

2010s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Enamel

35.76 Carat Natural Blue Sapphire, Diamond and Enamel Ring in 18 Karat Gold
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A modern enamel ring set in 18k yellow gold with black and red enamel and natural blue sapphire
Category

2010s Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Enamel

Victorian Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Enamel Striped Mourning Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a single cut diamond inset in a white gold octagonal seat Surrounded by oval mounting
Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

1970 s Diamond Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tiger Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This fabulous Tiger Ring features round brilliant cut diamonds and black/red enamel. The ring is
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern More Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb Large Tire Chevron White and Black Enamel Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb's large chevron ring features black and white enamel, platinum, and brillant-cut
Category

20th Century American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian 1.12 Carats Old European Cut Diamond Enamel 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. Completed by grooved shank. Tested as 14 karat gold. Circa: 1860's. Ring size: 7 1/4 and sizable. Measures
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Antique 1860s Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Bold Citrine, Enamel and Diamond Ring
By Michael Kanners
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
sheathed in shiny black enamel with a frame of round white diamonds. The vivid color of the stone and the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold

32nd Degree Scottish Rite Diamond Ring, 14 Karat Gold Enamel Masonic Yod .94ct
Located in Greensboro, NC
emblem set with a radiant diamond solitaire flanked by inverted black enamel triangle symbols displayed
Category

20th Century Unknown Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Carrera Y Carrera Diamond Ruby Enamel 18K Yellow Gold Panther Ring Size 6.5
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Simpsonville, SC
combination of 18K yellow gold, black enamel spots, a diamond-studded collar, and piercing ruby eyes. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Black Diamond, White Diaond, Enamel 18K Oxidized Rose Gold
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
18K Rose Gold Oxidized, Black Diamond, White Diamond & Red Enamel Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Late Victorian 1.20 Carats Old European Cut Diamond 18k Rose Gold Enamel Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Late Victorian 1.20 Carats Old European Cut Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Enamel Ring. Featuring
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Antique 1890s Late Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

David Webb Platinum 18K Yellow Gold Koi Fish Black Enamel Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
black enamel lattice pattern and captivating cabochon ruby eyes. Accentuating the ring's unique design
Category

20th Century American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

14k Yellow Gold Custom Made "Evil Eye" GIA 1.20ct Diamond and Enamel Ring
Located in Victoria, BC
Here is a beautiful and BRAND NEW 14k Yellow Gold Custom Made "Evil Eye" GIA 1.20ct Diamond and
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Amethyst and Diamond Enamel Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
This 14k yellow gold Victorian ring has a finely detailed scalloped gallery trimmed with black
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold

Georgian Amethyst Diamond and Enamel Ring
By Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection
Located in Stamford, CT
your heart with its rich colors of gold, amethyst, white old mine diamonds of approx. .80 cts and black
Category

Antique Early 19th Century British George III More Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold

David Webb Swirl Enamel Cocktail Ring 18kt Gold Platinum with 1.92 Ctw Diamond
By David Webb
Located in Miami, FL
ring has been carefully crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with high polished finish and with
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Vintage 1970s American Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

17.05 Carats Heart Cut Aquamarine Diamond Enamel Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
surrounded by a diamond halo and black enamel. Ring is set in 18 karat white gold. Similar items are also
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Cartier Roll Ring 3 Tone 18k Gold Pave Diamonds and Enamel
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
features 18k yellow gold with magnificently done black enamel, and one band contains pave style round white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

Set in 18K Gold, Aquamarine, Emerald Black Enamel Art-Deco Style Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very chic Aquamarine & Emerald cocktail Ring crafted in 18K gold with Diamonds & Black Enamel
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Emerald, 18k Gold, Enamel

Holly Dyment Gold, Enamel and Gemset Skull Ring
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow gold, enamel and gemset Skull ring. Holly Dyment. Designed as an white, cream
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

French Old Mine Diamond Ruby Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Navette Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
diamonds are graded H-I color and SI clarity. Four ruby accents and black enamel complete the navette ring
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

David Webb Enameled Horse Ring In 18Kt Gold And Platinum With Diamonds Rubies
By David Webb
Located in Miami, FL
the setting of the diamonds. The entire body is embellished with shiny perfect white enamel and the
Category

Vintage 1970s American Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Webb Enamel And Diamond Ring
By David Webb
Located in Los Angeles, CA
David Webb black enamel ring made in 18kt gold with diamonds set in platinum. Appx 1" across the
Category

Vintage 1980s American Dome Rings

Art Deco Coral Diamond and Enamel Ring
Located in New York, NY
An Art Deco coral ring with red and black enamel decoration and diamond accents, in 14k gold and
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum

2.29 Carat Emerald, Enamel and Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
A very contemporary looking cocktail ring, using a Zambian Emerald and diamonds, as well as black
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold Diamond Butterfly and Black Enamel Fashion Cigar Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 18k rose gold Diamonds: 201 round brilliant cuts = 1.75cttw Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Georgian Memorial Ring with Enamel and Diamond in 18 Kt Gold
Located in Stamford, CT
. This ring is hallmarked for 1822, London with the makers mark JL. It is enamel on gold with a curved
Category

Antique Early 18th Century British George IV Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Gypsy Setting Black Enamel in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
of the bezel set Diamond. This ring is rare with black enamel baked onto 18k Yellow Gold. The old
Category

Early 20th Century Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

1960 s Onyx, Diamond Enamel Dome Cocktail Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
of attractive detail. The top and bottom of the ring features a smooth black enamel finish along the
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Vintage 1960s Dome Rings

Materials

Onyx, Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique French Victorian 18K Yellow Old Mine Diamond Enamel Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique French Victorian 18K Yellow Old Mine Diamond Enamel Engagement Ring. This
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Antique 1890s Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Yellow Diamond Emerald Cut and White Diamond Rounds in 18 Karat and Black Enamel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
in a handcrafted 18k and black enamel mounting size 11.75. The proportions of this emerald cut are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Victorian 0.80 Carat Old European Diamond Enamel 18 Karat Gold Mourning Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
High polished gold belcher/claw setting surrounded by black enamel shoulders with minor loss
Category

Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Nouvelle Bague 18 Karat Gold Diamond Pave, Ivory and Black Enamel Flower Band
By Nouvelle Bague
Located in Southampton, PA
beautifully embellished with stylish enamel and scintillating diamonds. The ring is splendidly designed by
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Enamel Ring, Earring and Necklace Set
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
An everyday Turquoise enamel earring, ring and pendant set with F color VS quality Diamonds in 18K
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Enamel

British 1882 Victorian Diamond Onyx Enamel 18 Karat Gold Flower Mourning Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
petals Set in a matte gold mounting with scrolled enamel work fully around shank, black with some loss
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Antique 1880s British Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

David Webb Yellow Gold Large Rock Crystal Black Enamel Hammered Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Yellow Gold Large Rock Crystal Black Enamel Hammered Ring Large rock crystal diamond
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20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings

32nd Degree Scottish Rite Diamond Ring, 14k Gold Masonic Yod Enamel Round .40ct
Located in Greensboro, NC
eagle, and rich black enamel work adds to this piece’s striking presentation. This ring is a size 10
Category

20th Century Unknown More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Vintage Leopard Cat Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Enamel Animal Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
rendered in white gold. The tail wraps around the finger with black enamel spots. The colorful ring is
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Leopard Cat Ring Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Eyes Enamel Emerald Diamond
Located in Torrance, CA
. Five diamonds total an estimated 0.03 carats (estimated at H-I color and SI2-I1 clarity). Black enamel
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Bengal Tiger Ring Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Animal Jewelry Enamel Estate
Located in Torrance, CA
vivid colors of yellow, red tongue and black stripes. Diamonds adorn the eyes. The cocktail ring makes a
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Rubelite Sugarloaf and Diamond Enamel Halo with 18kt White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
tone. A simple diamond halo design with a touch of black enamel, a classic yet modern design that would
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2010s Hong Kong Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rubelite, White Gold, Enamel

18k Rose Gold Custom Made "Evil Eye" GIA 0.78ct Diamond and Enamel Ring
Located in Victoria, BC
surrounded by a black enameled outer ring and the outer edges of the ring resembling eye lashes. $6,900.00
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Set in 18K Gold Art Deco Style Yellow Aquamarine, Diamonds Enamel Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Diamonds is 2.26 carats & the weight of the Black Onyx is 1.28 carats. The dimensions of are ring are
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold

Art Deco Enamel, Diamond + No-Heat Ceylon Sapphire Ring 5.63ct Center
Located in Narberth, PA
An incredible sapphire and diamond ring from the Art Deco (ca1930s) era! Crafted in 14kt yellow
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 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.