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Cocktail Ring 18K White Gold with Hawk s Eye 3.2ct Diamononds
Located in ראשון לציון, IL
recreated to your preference. The "Black Petunia" ring is made of 18K white gold, the flowers are hand
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21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

C1690 18K Iberian Bow Form Ring with Table Cut Diamonds
Located in Baltimore, MD
; enameling on the back of such rings was usually black over white, but the enameling on the back of this ring
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Antique 1690s Spanish Baroque Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Art Deco Coral and Diamond Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
ring c..1920 is a treat to see. The oval coral is framed with black enamel showing off its imposing
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

10k 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
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Andre Rivaud rose cut diamond cluster ring, French, circa 1910.
Located in London, GB
approximate diamond weight is 1.50 carats to an ornate coronet cluster design featuring black enamel detailing
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Early 20th Century French More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

【Crown Radiance】Leopard Embrace Aurora South Sea Pearl Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
design. The ring is adorned with dazzling pavé-set diamonds that shimmer like a constellation. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Agate, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, White Gold

Amazing Ct 25, 43 of Natural Tanzanite and Diamonds on Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
ct 25,43 , black enamel and natural diamonds round brilliant cut ct 1,90 E/VS top quality. Handmade
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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

Cocktail Ring 14K Pink Gold, Ebony Wood, 28ct Smoky Quartz Gemstone Flower
Located in ראשון לציון, IL
from 14K pink gold (the inner ring), hand carved outer ring base out of black ebony wood, the flower is
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21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold

DAVID WEBB Cocktail Ring In 18kt Platinum And 40.44 Cts In Sapphire Diamonds
By David Webb
Located in Miami, FL
, was often seen with a David Webb black-and-white enamel zebra bangle. Literature: Ruth Peltason
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Late 20th Century American Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Star Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, Plat...

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

Gothic Style 1.35 Ct Old Mine Diamond 14 KT Rare Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Gothic inspiration with a detailed black enamel cross fully exalted by old mine cut Diamonds, approx 1.35
Category

Mid-20th Century European Gothic Revival Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Art Deco Ring Eternity Band Platinum Diamond Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
European and cushion cut diamonds. Black and white combos, such as diamond and black onyx or black enamel
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Platinum

David Webb Cocktail Ring In 18kt Platinum And 40.44 Cts Star Sapphire Diamonds
By David Webb
Located in Miami, FL
with a David Webb black-and-white enamel zebra bangle. Literature: Ruth Peltason, David Webb, The
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Vintage 1920s American Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Star Sapphire, Gold, 18...

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

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
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Vintage 1950s Egyptian Retro Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose 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

David Webb New York Bombe Rock Quartz Cocktail Ring Platinum 3.92 Cts Diamonds
By David Webb
Located in Miami, FL
, was often seen with a David Webb black-and-white enamel zebra bangle. Note: We are offering the
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Vintage 1970s American Modernist Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Platinum

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
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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

GIA Certified 17.16 Carat Lozenge Cut Rubellite Red Tourmaline Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Ring in 18K Yellow Gold. Framed by a black metal halo. A bold, vivid statement of elegance. Details
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow 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

Social Climber Diamond, Black Enamel Earrings
Located in Derby, NY
Social Climber Diamond, Black Enamel Earrings The Social Climber earrings are fantastic for anyone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Enamel

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

Black Enamel Marquise Diamond Gold Platinum Bow Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
black enamel halo with 48 old European cut accent diamonds. Platinum solid top with a 14k white gold
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Early 20th Century Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel, Platinum, White Gold, Gold

Black Diamond and White Enamel Zebra Pendant Necklace in 18k Rose Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Zebra Print Black Diamond and White Enamel Pendant Necklace in 18k Rose Gold Zebra Print Pendant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Rigid Yellow Gold Choker with Black Enamel, Diamonds, and Topaz
Located in Bergamo, BG
collection. Key Features: 18kt yellow gold rigid choker Black enamel detailing Brilliant-cut white diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

Diamond Black Enamel Art Deco Style Floral Halo Earring Ring Pendant Set
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
The Diamond Enamel Vintage Style Floral Jewelry Set in 14K White Gold embodies the harmony of yin
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Cartier Platinum Yellow Gold Diamond Black Enamel Pendant Watch Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
enamel minute bars on the perimeter. The watch crystal is held within a fine gold ring that is surrounded
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco More Objets d Art and Vertu

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 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
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2010s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Victorian 25 Carat Siberian Emerald 1880s American Handmade Old Cut Diamonds GIA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
pictures , Metal Contents 14 Karat gold silver topped, Silver covered by Black Enamel, see pictures
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Antique 1880s American Victorian Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Victorian Revival 14k Gold Diamond Pearl Black Enamel Foliage Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
, Brooch 14k Yellow Gold & Black Enamel Work Weight: 25.4 Grams Chain Type: Curb Link Chain Length: 20
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21st Century and Contemporary Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel

Masquerade Ring Concealing a Lover’s Inscription. Western Europe, circa 1760.
Located in London, GB
. Materials: High-carat gold, silver, enamel, diamonds, ruby. This characterful masquerade ring is finely
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Antique 18th Century Signet Rings

Venice Collection: 18k White Gold Diamond Earrings in with Black Enamel
Located in רמת גן, IL
combines the sparkle of diamonds with the boldness of black enamel. The enamel is skillfully applied to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Mattioli Puzzle Earrings 18 Karat Gold Black Enamel White Diamonds Size
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Mattioli Puzzle Safari Earrings 18K White Gold Black Enamel White Diamonds Small Size Weight 10.80
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Garavelli 18 Karat Yellow Gold Black Enamel + White Diamond Giotto Charm Pendant
By Garavelli
Located in Valenza, IT
Garavelli 18 Karat Yellow Gold Black Enamel + White Diamond Giotto Collection Charm Pendant . The
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2010s Italian Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Venice Collection: Round Shaped Black Enamel Diamond Pendant in 18k White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
SKU# 4006118 A Round Shaped Black Enamel Diamond Pendant with a center round diamond 1.01 carat
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White 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
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2010s American Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

18kt Gold Enamel Panda Pin Brooch with Diamonds
Located in Aventura, FL
: Contemporary Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Stones: Natural Diamonds (eyes) Enamel: Black applications Measurements
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

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

Arron Basha 18K Gold Diamond w/Green Black Enamel Puffed Ladybug Charm Pendant
By Aaron Basha
Located in Montclair, NJ
Yellow Gold w/ 14k Gold Jump ring Total Weight: 5.72 Grams Height (w/o Bail): 16.7mm (0.66") Height (w
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

20th Century Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Black Enamel Star Pocket Watch Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
enamelled in black and decorated in the centre with a star set with rose-cut diamonds, the centre one being
Category

Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Pocket Watches

Materials

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

David Webb Necklace Diamond Gold Black Enamel Vintage Estate Jewelry
By David Webb
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A dramatic David Webb necklace, made of 18k gold and black enamel, and featuring diamonds. Despite
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Vintage 1980s American Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

David Webb Platinum 18K Coral, Black Enamel and Diamond Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Black Enamel, Coral, and Diamond Earrings – 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum, Vintage A
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20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel

David Webb Gold Necklace Black Enamel Diamond Coral Stud Estate Jewelry
By David Webb
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An important David Webb necklace made of 18k gold, enamel, and carved coral, featuring diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

David Webb Platinum 18K Coral, Black Enamel and Diamond Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
combination of black enamel, vibrant coral, and shimmering round diamonds. Their bold and unique design makes
Category

20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Fabulous White Gold Diamond Dangle Stud Earrings for Her with Black Enamel
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Earrings White Gold 14 K (Matching Ring , Necklace and one more model of Earrings) Diamond 4-RND57
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Fabulous White Gold Diamond Dangle Stud Earrings for Her with Black Enamel
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Earrings White Gold 14 K (Matching Ring , Necklace and one more model of Earrings) Diamond 4-RND57
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Fabulous White Gold Diamond Dangle Pendant Necklace for Her with Black Enamel
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Necklace White Gold 14 K (Matching Ring and two models of Earrings) Diamond 3-RND 57-0,08-4/5
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Diamond Enamel and 18k Yellow Gold Pendant / Locket, circa 1865
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
encompassed with yellow gold textured decoration, further ornamented with a paralleling black enamel scalloped
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Antique 1860s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel

1930s Opal Diamonds Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Round Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
cabochon opal in a setting of antique-cut diamonds set on black enameled geometrical motifs. The setting is
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

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

French 19th Century Diamonds Enamel 18 Karat Yellow gold Tassel Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
attached as a tassel to a ring with an applique motif representing a small black enameled and chased leaf
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

Antique Victorian Onyx, Diamond, Pearl and Enamel Yellow Gold Locket
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique onyx, pearl, 0.98 carat diamond and enamel, 18 karat yellow
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Antique 12.85 Carat Citrine 3.49 Carat Diamond Enamel and Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique French 12.85 carat citrine and 3.49 carat diamond, black enamel and 18k yellow
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Antique 1890s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

French Napoleon III Turquoise Black Enamel Fine Pearls 18K Rose Gold Bracelet
Located in Poitiers, FR
Bracelet in 18 karat rose gold, eagle and rhinoceros heads hallmarks. Antique gold ring of oval
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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Clamper Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose 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.