Discover our black diamond and 18K yellow gold earrings, blending mystery and refinement. Timeless elegance by Mayuri Paris.
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The price of our black diamond yellow gold earrings varies according to stone size, setting type and chosen style (studs, hoops, drop earrings). Our designs in 18k yellow gold paired with AAA black diamonds offer exceptional value. To find the exact price of each piece, visit the product pages on mayuri.co.uk or contact our client services team for a personalised quote.
Our black diamond yellow gold earring collection includes several styles to suit every taste:
Every style is crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with AAA-quality black diamonds.
Yes, our black diamonds are genuine natural diamonds, composed of pure crystallised carbon with graphite inclusions that give them their deep black colour. With a hardness of 10/10 on the Mohs scale, they offer the same exceptional durability as white diamonds. Mayuri selects AAA-quality black diamonds sourced from South Africa and Brazil, and provides a certificate of authenticity upon request.
The pairing of black diamond and yellow gold creates a striking, warm contrast that is particularly flattering on golden and olive complexions. 18k yellow gold brings a classic, timeless radiance that enhances the mysterious depth of black diamond. This combination suits both modern and elegant styles, offering a bold alternative to traditional white gold or platinum designs.
Absolutely. Our black diamond yellow gold earrings are ideal for everyday wear. Black diamond has exceptional hardness and is highly resistant to scratching, while 18k yellow gold offers outstanding durability over time. Our stud styles with secure butterfly fastenings are particularly well suited to daily wear, combining comfort, understated elegance and remarkable longevity.
Yes, Mayuri offers several personalisation options for your earrings:
Contact our client services team to discuss your personalised project and receive a tailored quote.
In-stock black diamond yellow gold earrings are dispatched the same day for orders placed before midnight, or the next working day thereafter. Delivery to the UK typically takes 2 to 5 working days. For bespoke or personalised creations, please allow 3 to 4 weeks. Every parcel is fully insured and tracked to ensure safe receipt. Free delivery is available on orders over £200. For full details, please visit our shipping & returns policy.
Caring for your black diamond yellow gold earrings is straightforward:
Mayuri also offers a professional in-workshop polishing service to restore the original brilliance of your 18k yellow gold.
Mayuri gives you 30 days to return your earrings if you are not completely satisfied. Items must be unworn and in perfect condition, returned in their original presentation box with all accompanying accessories. Please note that customs duties may apply on delivery to the UK. Once your return has been received and inspected, a full refund will be processed within a few working days. For full details, please visit our shipping & returns policy.
Yes, we offer several flexible payment solutions to make your purchase easier:
All transactions are fully secured to protect your payment details.
All our 18k yellow gold earrings are covered by a 2-year guarantee against manufacturing defects and setting issues. Beyond this, Mayuri provides lifetime aftercare for maintenance, polishing and any repairs required. Every creation comes with a certificate of authenticity available upon request, attesting to the AAA quality of our black diamonds and the purity of the 18k gold.
Yes, Mayuri is committed to ethical and responsible fine jewellery. Our 18k yellow gold is sourced through fully traceable supply chains, with over 80% recycled metals. Our black diamonds are responsibly sourced from South Africa and Brazil. We work exclusively with artisan workshops and RJC-certified partners, ensuring respectful working conditions and exceptional craft expertise.
Our black diamonds are real diamonds, their colour natural or revealed through heat treatment, a recognised practice in fine jewellery. Their black is total, without reflection.
Set in white gold, yellow gold, rose gold or platinum, the contrast turns graphic. A precious stone worn every day like a signature.
A stone you chose, a setting imagined for it. A creation that will belong to you alone.
Our bespoke service accompanies engagements, heirloom pieces and reinterpretation commissions. We work from a stone sourced for you, or from a stone you already own. Response within 48 hours, piece delivered within four to six weeks.
Les questions qu'on nous pose le plus souvent sur les black diamond yellow gold earrings : matières, entretien, symbolique et conseils en style.
Black diamond yellow gold earrings embody a bold alliance between modernity and tradition. The black diamond symbolises inner strength, mystery and contemporary elegance, whilst 18k gold brings its timeless warmth and classical refinement. This unique combination expresses a confident and sophisticated personality, perfect for women who dare to move beyond traditional codes whilst retaining precious elegance.
A genuine black diamond has several distinctive characteristics to verify before purchase. Natural black diamonds possess a hardness of 10/10 on the Mohs scale and can only be scratched by another diamond. They often present tiny graphite inclusions visible under a loupe, evidence of their authenticity. At Mayuri, every black diamond is AAA quality certified and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity guaranteeing its diamond nature, its origin (South Africa or Brazil) and its gemological characteristics.
The combination of black diamond and yellow gold offers remarkable versatility for all complexions. 18k gold naturally warms olive and golden skin tones by creating a luminous harmony, whilst the black diamond brings a sophisticated contrast to fair complexions by enhancing their radiance. This combination creates a universal chromatic balance that flatters every skin tone without ever fading or overpowering, unlike white gold which can sometimes blend into very fair skin.
Absolutely. Combining black and white diamonds in yellow gold creates a spectacular graphic contrast highly prized in contemporary fine jewellery. This combination works particularly well in halo designs where a central black diamond is set with small pavé white diamonds, or vice versa. Mayuri offers bespoke personalisation allowing white diamonds to be added to your black diamond yellow gold earrings, creating a unique piece that plays on textures and contrasts of light.
Mayuri's black diamonds come primarily from South Africa and Brazil, the two most historically renowned sources for this rare gemstone. These deposits produce superior-quality natural black diamonds with intense colour depth and a stable crystal structure. All our diamonds are selected according to strict AAA quality criteria and sourced through traceable ethical channels, in keeping with our commitment to responsible fine jewellery.
Black diamond yellow gold earrings can perfectly evoke the Art Deco aesthetic, a period when bold contrasts and assertive geometries dominated fine jewellery. The black diamond, popularised in the 1920s and 1930s, paired with yellow gold creates this characteristic modernised vintage signature. Mayuri offers designs inspired by this era with clean lines and geometric settings, whilst incorporating contemporary techniques for optimal comfort and durability.
For elegant black diamond yellow gold studs that are wearable every day, opt for stones of 0.15 to 0.50 carats per earring. This range offers a confident presence without being ostentatious, ideal for the office as well as formal occasions. Stones of 0.25 carats (approximately 4 mm in diameter) represent the perfect balance between understated elegance and visual impact. For a more spectacular evening effect, opt for diamonds of 0.75 to 1 carat per earring, creating a true style statement.
No. Black diamonds benefit from the same exceptional hardness of 10/10 on the Mohs scale as white diamonds, making them the most scratch-resistant precious stone available. Only another diamond can potentially scratch them. On earrings, this resilience is even more advantageous as they endure far fewer knocks compared to rings. 18k gold, being slightly softer, may develop a natural patina over time that speaks to its authenticity, whilst your black diamonds will retain their lustre intact for generations.
Black diamond yellow gold hoops make an exceptional and symbolic birthday gift. Their circular form evokes eternity and the passage of time, whilst the black diamond represents the strength of a bond built over the years. Unlike jewellery requiring precise sizing, earrings have the advantage of being one size fits all, making them ideal for a surprise. Mayuri offers a personalised engraving service on the metal, allowing a date or a discreet message to be added to the inside of the hoops for an even more personal gift.
Black diamond yellow gold drop earrings offer remarkable versatility depending on their length and design. For the office and everyday wear, choose shorter styles (1 to 2 cm) featuring a single black diamond solitaire on a discreet yellow gold chain. For evenings and formal events, embrace longer drops (3 to 5 cm) or multi-stone compositions combining black and white diamonds. Wear them with an updo or swept-back style to maximise their visual impact, and pair them with a fine chain in the same metal for a perfectly harmonious look.
Yes. Pavé settings in yellow gold with black diamonds create a spectacular effect reminiscent of a dark, luminous constellation. This technique involves placing multiple small black diamonds side by side across the gold surface, creating a shimmering, modern texture. Mayuri also offers mixed versions where pavé white diamonds surround a central black diamond, or vice versa, for maximum graphic contrast. Pavé on yellow gold hoops or sleepers offers a luxurious presence whilst remaining comfortable for everyday wear, thanks to the rounded profile of the setting.
Black diamonds can be natural or treated, two categories with distinct characteristics. Natural black diamonds, rarer and more costly, draw their colour from graphite inclusions formed naturally. Treated black diamonds (via irradiation or heat treatment) present a more uniform colour and a more accessible price point, without compromising their exceptional durability. At Mayuri, AAA quality guarantees in every case optimal brilliance and identical resilience. For collectors seeking entirely natural, untreated stones, Mayuri can source exceptional raw black diamonds on request, complete with full gemological certification.