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French 19th Century Coral Enamel Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
thread of black enamel. The clasp is a pin with safety hook. Total length: about 3 cm, width at widest
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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Brooches

Materials

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

Black Enamel Snake Bracelet 18K Ruby Head
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This Black Enamel Snake bracelet is in perfect condition. No scratches dents or enamel loss just
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Vintage 1960s American Artisan Cuff Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Enamel

FRENCH Antique 18kt yellow Gold Enamel Cross Pendant with 1.06 carats in Diamond
Located in Aventura, FL
overall condition of this piece is excellent. There is no damage to the gold or enamel. All diamonds are
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Antique Early 1900s Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Edwardian 1900 Enameled White Pansy Flower Brooch In 14Kt Gold With Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
petals are embellished with applications of non-glossy powder enamel of black and cream off-white. The
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Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Brooches

Materials

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

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold, Platinum Double Lion Black Enamel Sapphire Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
radiance. The combination of the yellow gold, black enamel and platinum adds depth and dimension to the
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20th Century American Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Cellini France 90´s Yellow Gold, diamonds, emerald and enamel panthere bracelet
By Cellini
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
diamond ring. The central motif is set in a gold link chain measuring 17.5cm With 8 diamonds of aprox
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1990s French Contemporary More Bracelets

Materials

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

French 19th Century Diamonds Enamel 18 karat Yellow Gold Locket Pendant Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
heart-shaped pendant. The jump ring and front are also black-enameled and set with rose-cut diamonds for
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Brooches

Materials

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

Bailey Banks Biddle 1910 Edwardian Enamel Watch In 14Kt Gold With Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
, and stacked ring designs were popular. The metal surfaces of the rings were often diamond-encrusted
Category

Vintage 1910s Swiss Edwardian Pocket Watches

Materials

Amethyst, Crystal, Diamond, White Diamond, Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold,...

Aaron Basha Enamel and Diamond Baby Shoe Charm Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Aaron Basha
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
showcases the artistry of Aaron Basha, with white, black, and red colored enamel adding vibrancy and depth
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Mid-Century Diamond Enamel Platinum Vintage Dancing Couple Charm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
- woman is in a flowing dress Suit is glossed with opaque black enamel - minimal loss Skirt is pavé set
Category

Vintage 1950s Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Enamel

Georgian 1785 Antique Earrings in 15kt Gold and Enamel with 5.64 Ctw in Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Georgian period, circa 1785. These diamonds cluster earrings was carefully crafted in solid yellow gold of
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Antique 1780s English George IV Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

VERGER FRERES 1905 Edwardian Enameled Pendant Watch In Platinum Diamonds
By Verger Frères
Located in Miami, FL
. Movement: Mechanical, hand-winding, the watch winds and sets by turning the ring-bale. Diamonds: The heart
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Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

French, 19th Century, Fine Pearl Ruby Black Enamel Napoleon 3 Set
Located in Poitiers, FR
such as ribbons, are enamelled black and decorated with fine baroque pearls. Several cushion- cut
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Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yell...

Pink Opal and Black Onyx Round Beads Rubies Black Diamonds Gold Stud Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
the center 2 small faceted black diamonds set in gold In 1978 our workshop started in Italy to make
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2010s Thai Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Black Diamond, Onyx, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

French 20th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Enamelled Pocket Watch
Located in Poitiers, FR
enamelled black and circled with gold. The back is enamelled with a female profile topped with a line of
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Pocket Watches

Materials

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

KREMENTZ Art Deco 14k Rock Quartz Crystal, Diamond, Enamel Pendant Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
, diamond, and enameling are all intact. The bail and spring ring clasp are both secure and in working order.
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Edwardian 18 Karat Gold Enamel Grape Motif Ornamented Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
gold. It features green and black enamel. Weight: 4.34g Size: 5x2.7cm IMPORTANT: As a buyer, you are
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold

Mattioli Puzzle Collection 18 Karat Rose Gold, Pink Enamel Necklace
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
, Black Enamel, Blue Enamel & Pink Enamel Gold Weight 31gr Important information for this ORDER
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Mattioli Puzzle Medium 18K Rose Gold Earrings Pink Enamel 2 Pendants
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Earrings in rose gold and Diamonds carat 0.40 ct Weight 19.60 gr Measure 22x27mm or 0.75 inches
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Fairy Lady Art Nouveau Enamel Brooch Pin Necklace Silver and 18 Karat Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
18K Yellow Gold with brilliant Enamel colors approx size 2.5' inch long (65 mm) few Diamonds and
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Early 2000s Spanish Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling ...

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
white metals like platinum and white gold. Diamonds often had an Old Mine or European cut and sapphires
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Vintage 1910s American Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold

Garavelli 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fucsia Enamel + Rodolite Giotto Charm Pendant
By Garavelli
Located in Valenza, IT
Garavelli 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fucsia Enamel + Rodolite and Diamonds Giotto Collection Charm
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2010s Italian Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Rhodolite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Black Onyx and Diamond Yellow Gold Cross Pendant, circa 1850
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, large antique Victorian black onyx and 0.42ct diamond, 18
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Antique 1850s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

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
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

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
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Antique 19th Century Swedish Aesthetic Movement Brooches

Materials

18k 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

Art Deco Revival Platinum Chain Necklace Diamond Sapphire Enamel Beads
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A delicate Art Deco revival platinum chain necklace, featuring enamel beads, sapphire and diamond
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum, Yellow Gold

Crane Theurer 1900 Art Nouveau Enameled Clover Pendant 14Kt Gold With Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
finishes. It is embellished with applications of non-glossy black enamel. It is fitted at the reverse with
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Mattioli Puzzle Collection 18 Karat White Gold, Diamonds, Black Onyx S Necklace
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
, Black Enamel, Blue Enamel & Pink Enamel Gold Weight 25,50 gr Chain 90 cm Diamonds 0,87 ct Important
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Set in 18K Gold, Ceylon Blue Sapphires, Black Onyx Diamonds Dangle Earrings
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Blue sapphires & Black Enamel Dangle Earrings set in
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Jean-Moïse Badollet Co. 1886 Geneva Hunter Pocket Watch In 18Kt Gold With Enamel
Located in Miami, FL
applications of black, gold and grisaille enamels. The complete case is work with applied glossy glass enamel
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Antique 1880s Swiss Belle Époque Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau 1905 Enamel Pansy Flower Necklace In 14Kt Gold With Pink Quartz
Located in Miami, FL
the rings were often diamond-encrusted for additional shimmer. Each of these rings is a work of art
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Onyx, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

14K 18.78 ct Natural Color Play Black Opal Diamonds Pendant Necklace
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
natural F-G, VS diamonds weighing 1.45 carats, and black enamel. This elegant modern ring is perfect for
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21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

gold garnet and diamond buckle bracelet
Located in Amsterdam, NL
turquoise enamel. Suspended from the front is a circular ring pavé-set with trapezium-cut garnets and
Category

Antique 1860s British Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Gold

VICTORIAN 1880 Industrialism Pendant-Brooch In 14Kt Gold With Agate Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
embellished with applications of black enamel. It is mount in the center with one natural earth mined white
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Antique 1880s English Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Carved Emerald Ruby Diamond Vintage Inspired Art Deco Style Gold Pin Brooch
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
lucious red rubies with black enamel. This magnificent masterpiece, handcrafted in white gold.    Brooch
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Cellini France 90´s 18k Yellow Gold, diamonds, emerald and panthere necklace
By Cellini
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
shiny gold panther head set with emerald eyes, and black enamel skin. His neck is set with a square
Category

1990s French Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

1890 Victorian Diamond and Pearl Black Onyx Locket
Located in Lexington, KY
composed of Black Onyx and has an enamel bail and is marked "585" for 14K gold. This is the perfect locket
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Antique 1860s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GEORGIAN 1800 Antique Necklace Earrings Set In 18Kt Gold With 11.84 Ctw Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
yellow gold of 18 karats with applications of black enamel and embellished with a very fine selection of
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Antique Early 1800s English Georgian Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

Victorian Egyptian Revival Enameled Pharaoh Pendant Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
enameled image features fantastic details, including a dramatic black and white headress, a stoic facial
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Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lady s Watch
Located in Poitiers, FR
slightly pricked. The hands enamelled black. Marked Universal Geneve Swiss. On the back, the case is
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Vintage 1960s French Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

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

Mattioli Puzzle Collection 18 Carat White Gold White Diamonds S Size Earrings
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Mattioli Puzzle Collection 18 Karat in White Gold, White Diamonds & Black Onyx with White Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Antique Austrian Bohemian Bracelet Garnets Seed Pearls Enamel / 18cm / 34gr
Located in SE
. Minor wear to facets of stones and enamel. Natural patina. Great example of old Austrian - Hungarian
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Vintage 1910s Austrian Renaissance Revival Link Bracelets

Materials

Pearl, Garnet, Gold-filled, Silver, Enamel

49.1 Carat Kunzite Diamond with Pearl Gold Necklace, 18K Gold, Austy Lee
By Austy Lee
Located in Hong Kong, HK
diamonds. The necklace is enhanced with a green coating, accented by four lines of black enamel on the 18K
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Kunzite, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Rhodium

French 1940s Rubies Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch Watch
Located in Poitiers, FR
original antique piece, this watch features a domed rectangular case with a black enamel back marked Elix
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Vintage 1940s French Retro Pocket Watches

Materials

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

Victorian mourning cross – gold, silver, diamonds and pearls.
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
woven hair with pearls, symbolizing tears, or black enamel, representing grief. Beyond sentiment and
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Antique Late 19th Century English High Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

20th Century Antique Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Collar Watch
Located in Poitiers, FR
red enamelled hands, light grey background and black enamelled Arabic numerals. Center of the back
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Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Pocket Watches

Materials

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

Edwardian 1908 Miniature Travel Clock With Guilloché Enamel In Sterling With Box
Located in Miami, FL
white gold. Diamonds often had an Old Mine or European cut and sapphires were a popular choice for a pop
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Edwardian Desk Accessories

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Art Deco Platinum Onyx Pendant on Modern Gold Diamond Chain Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking Art Deco platinum black onyx pendant necklace on a white gold diamond chain. The
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Antique Victorian 18k Gold Amethyst Pearl Diamond Bee Brooch Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Gold Chain w/ Black Enamel Work Weight: 13.78 Grams Chain: 18 Inches Curb Link Chain Clasp: Spring Ring
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Antique 1890s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Satinated Carved Quartz Cabs 14K gold Ruby Black Onyx Stud Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
round Black Onyx ring and round Ruby cabs set in yellow gold. In 1978 our workshop started in Italy to
Category

2010s Thai Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Onyx, Quartz, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

French 20th Century Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold M Letter Pocket Watch Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
white enamel, with gold hands and black enamel Arabic numerals. The back is brushed gold and decorated
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Gay Freres 18 KT Yellow Gold Panther Earrings with .20Cts Diamonds and Emeralds
By Gay Freres
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful 18 kt yellow gold Panther earrings. The earrings are designed with black enamel spots and
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1990s European Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique German boxed Earrings 0.9ctw Diamonds solid 16K Gold Silver / 5.12gr
Located in SE
A pair of old German Diamond Earrings with folding hooks from ca 1920s - 1930s in an original Black
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 15k Gold, Silver

French 19th Century Onyx Diamonds Fine Pearl 18 Karat Yellow gold Cross Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
, also claw-set in silver. The large, black-enameled, 18 Karat yellow gold hoop is adorned in the center
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yell...

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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.