1.99 Carat Ruby and Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace in 14k White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A stylish pendant necklace showcasing a row of rubies alternating diamonds, set in an open-work, circular design. 7 oval shape rubies weigh 1.99 carats and 7 brilliant-cut diamonds w...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Gold Monkey Pendant Necklace, 14k Gold with Diamond & Ruby Eyes
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The work draws on Victorian iconography and ancient symbols and treats jewelry as a modern talisman, contemporary relic, spiritual protection, alignment and healing. Materials: Soli...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Natural Red Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Denver, CO
A square shaped natural red ruby measuring 4mm sits at the center of this elegant pendant necklace surrounded by nineteen round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.21 car...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold Red Ruby and 1/3 Cttw Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Discover the radiant allure of this exquisite necklace, crafted with the brilliance of a natural, color-enhanced ruby nestled at its core.
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K & 18K Yellow Gold Oval Cabochon Natural Ruby & Diamond Necklace
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K and 18K yellow gold halo necklace with 14 round faceted natural diamonds weighing approximately 1.40 carats and one center oval cabochon natural ruby measuring 11x14mm.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique French 14k Yellow Gold and Platinum Star Ruby Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This antique French pendant necklace is a striking and highly distinctive gemstone piece, centered by a substantial 16.15ct star ruby surrounded by 1.10ctw of diamonds.
Diamond, Star Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
14k Yellow Gold Bicolor Pendant Necklace with Ruby, Sapphire, Diamonds
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with a bicolor gold pendant set with ruby, sapphire and old mine cut diamond. 0.50ct - H/I - SI - 45 cm long detailed description necklace is 45 cm long an...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 9K/ 14K Yellow Gold Snake Necklace with Rubies and Diamond.
Located in San Francisco, CA
Crafted in 14K Yellow Gold, with a 9K Yellow Gold Chain, this antique snake necklace captivates with it's expertly detailed textural scales, and unique antique chain.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Red Ruby and 3/8 Cttw Diamond Alternating Link Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Envelop your neckline in a cascade of opulence with this exquisite necklace, artfully crafted in lustrous 14K yellow gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Mabe Pearl Ruby Diamond Gold Ring and Matching Slide Enhancer Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Elegant pear shaped mabe pearl centrally set in a scalloped diamond and channel set ruby frame that is mounted in 14k yellow gold suite containing: A ring that measures 1.13" tall x...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Handcrafted 14K Gold Silver Necklace with Diamonds, Emeralds, Ruby
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Two Tone Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Denver, CO
A round red ruby measuring 3mm centers this ornate sunburst pendant encircled by five round transitional cut diamonds and embellished with delicate milgraining and intricate metalwor...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,800Sale Price / item|20% Off
14k Yellow Gold Natural Oval Red Ruby and Diamond Station Chain Necklace 3.95Ct
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This station necklace features a 3.95 carats of natural oval-cut rubies, set in 14k yellow gold. .
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Love Disc Necklace MOP Ruby 18”
Located in West Hempstead, NY
This beautiful Love disc necklace is crafted in 14K yellow gold and features a luminous mother of pearl center accented with natural diamonds and rubies.
Ruby, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby & Diamond Heart Sliding Pendant Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Pre-owned 14K yellow gold heart pendant with 11 round brilliant cut natural diamonds weighing approximately 0.25 carats total and 8 marquis shape natural rubies measuring on average ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.49 Carat Emerald Cut Ruby and Diamond Tennis Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A brilliant and classic piece showcasing emerald cut red ruby in the center weighing 1.49 carats and a line of round diamonds on both sides set in 14K White Gold. 239 diamonds in thi...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
majestic necklace with a natural ruby and diamonds crafted in 14k yellow gold
Located in Berlin, BE
Crafted in lustrous 14k yellow gold, this elegant necklace showcases a graceful graduated design, leading the eye to a captivating pendant.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.63 Carat Emerald Cut Ruby and Diamond Tennis Necklace in 14K White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A brilliant and classic piece showcasing emerald cut red ruby in the center weighing 2.63 carats and a line of round diamonds on both sides set in 14K White Gold. 239 diamonds in thi...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Burmese Ruby Bead Pearl and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Natural Burmese Ruby Bead, Pearl, and Diamond Necklace A graduated ruby bead necklace, accented with 15 pearls and spaced throughout with diamond rondelles. Accompanied by GIA cert...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold
0.79 Carat Emerald Cut Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 14K White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A fashionable pendant necklace showcasing a 0.79-carat emerald cut ruby.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.71 Carat Oval Cut Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A fashionable pendant necklace showcasing a 0.71-carat oval cut ruby. The center stone is surrounded by a row of 16 brilliant-cut round diamonds weighing 0.48 carats in total.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Ruby and Rose-Cut Diamond Fringe Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold & Silver
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
An extraordinary, highly dramatic, and masterfully crafted vintage statement collar necklace. This spectacular piece is beautifully handmade in a traditional Victorian revival design...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold
Victorian 14K Gold Lion Locket Necklace with Diamond & Ruby Eyes
Located in New York, NY
The locket is 1.5 inches (40mm) tall including the bale and is 1 3/8 inches (30mm) wide. The necklace chain is 17 inches long and is hallmarked 14K.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Effy BH 14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Ladder Pendant Necklace #25054
By Effy
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Effy 14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Ladder Pendant Necklace- Bold yet refined, this Effy pendant features seven vivid rubies accented by 37 round brilliant cut diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Ruby and Diamond Polki Choker Necklace Set in 14k Gold, India
Located in jaipur, IN
We pay tax and shipping expenses. This exquisite necklace set features a traditional design adorned with uncut diamonds (polki), vibrant RUBY, and pearls, all set in 14k gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage Platinum and 14K Gold Pearl Necklace with Ruby and Diamond Floral Clasp
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Spaced intermittently with diamond rondelle separators, the pearls lead to a stunning floral centerpiece clasp crafted in platinum and 14K gold.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Solid 14k Gold Crescent Moon Pendant Natural Ruby Gemstone Diamond Necklace
Located in Jaipur, IN
Solid 14k Gold Crescent Moon Pendant Natural Ruby Gemstone Diamond Necklace Fine Jewelry Details:- Item Code :- NEMJ-632 Material - 14K Solid Yellow Gold Net Weight - 4.30 Grams Dia...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Ruby and Diamond Locket of 14k and 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
An impressive antique locket dating to 1898–1908, centered with a 0.58ct natural and unenhanced strong vivid red ruby, accented by three old mine cut diamonds weighing approximately ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
14K White Gold 6x4 Pear Red Ruby and Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace - 18" Inches
Located in New York, NY
Product Features: • Metal: 14K White Gold with Rhodium Plating • Average Gram Weight: 0.495 • Diamond 1 Clarity: SI2-I1, Color: I-J, Count: 15, Cut: Very Good, Origin: Natural, S...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Briony 14k Rose Gold Necklace with 0.32ct Rubies & Diamonds
Located in Greeneville, TN
Romantic, radiant, and rich in color—Briony is where passion meets elegance. 💖 Crafted in glowing 14k rose gold, this exquisite necklace features 0.32 carats of natural rubies, deli...
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold .36ct Ruby & Diamond Open Heart Pendant Necklace 15.75''
Located in Addison, TX
Details Era: Estate Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Purity: 14K Weight: 2.9g Origin: Italy Necklace Length: 15.75 Inches Chain Style: Thin Box Chain Pendant Style: Open Heart Slide Pendant Ge...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Ruby and Diamond Pansy Pendant of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A charming antique pendant (circa 1890), designed as a pansy flower rendered in 14k gold and set with five old European cut diamonds in silver collet settings accented by a natural, ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Vintage 14K Gold Ruby Diamond Milgrain Pendant 17" Chain Necklace Royal Jewelry
Located in Addison, TX
Details Brand: Royal Jewelry (RJM) Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Necklace Weight: 3.3 Grams Hallmarks: 14K, RJM Style: Pendant Necklace Design: Drop / Chandelier Pendant Chain Length: 17 In...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Natural Ruby & .06 CTW Natural Diamond Heart 18" Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
14K Yellow Gold Natural Ruby and Natural Diamond 0.06 carat 18" Heart Necklace 1 Round Ruby weighs 0.20 carat AA Quality, 3.0mm 16 Natural Round Brilliant Cut Diamond 0.06 carat F/...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rachel Koen Round Ruby & Diamond Circular Spiral Pendant Necklace 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful pendant necklace, boasting a spiral pattern of rubies and diamonds, is expertly crafted in 14k white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K 163 Carats Genuine Ruby Bead Necklace
Located in Big Bend, WI
A multi-strand ruby necklace containing 163 carats of bright red faceted genuine ruby beads accented by 14K white gold and diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,433Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1990s 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Ruby Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 6.3 grams. Totally is diamond 1.50 ct. The diamond is has F-G color and vvs1-vs1 clarity. Totally is ruby 0.65 ct. Total lenght is chain 40 cm...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
$7,920Sale Price|20% Off
10.79ct Morganite 0.80ct Diamond 1.30ct Ruby 14k White Gold Necklace
By Nazarelle
Located in Houston, TX
This necklace is made in 14k white gold and is designed by Nazarelle.
Diamond, Morganite, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Designer Lagos Diamond & Ruby Brooch& Pearls Necklace 14k Yellow Gold, Antique
Located in New York, NY
For those in search of a truly unique and beautiful piece of jewelry, consider this Designer Lagos Diamond & Ruby Brooch & Pearls Necklace. This antique necklace boasts exceptional c...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold 3 Strand Pearl Necklace with a Diamond, Ruby and Sapphire Clasp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This three-strand pearl necklace, composed of lustrous white pearls, is elegantly fastened by a prominent 14 karat yellow gold clasp featuring vibrant rubies, deep blue sapphires, an...
Diamond, Ruby, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
$1,798Sale Price|20% Off
14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamonds Necklace
Located in София, BG
14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Necklace Gold color: Yellow Dimensions: 45cm in Length Total weight: 3.58 grams Set with: - Ruby Color: Red Cut: Heart Weight: 1.38 ct. - Diamonds ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Butterfly Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Vintage butterfly pendant crafted in 14k yellow gold featuring a pear-shaped ruby weighing approximately 0.19 carats set at the center, forming the body of the butterfly. The ruby is...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Contemporary 14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Heart Pendant
Located in Towson, MD
One Contemporary 14 karat yellow gold heart pendant is a contemporary design set with thirteen square cut rubies, ranging from 1.1 to 1.5 millimeters, channel set along two ribbons o...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vertical Ruby Natural Diamond Necklace in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
★ MATERIALS ★ Stone: Natural Sapphire Shape: Oval Carat: 1.72 ct Color: Red Stone: Natural Diamond Shape: Round Carat: 0.46 ct Clarity: SI Color: FGH ★ THE METAL ★ 14K Solid Gold...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Ethiopian Opal Ruby Emerald Diamond Edwardian Style 14K White Gold Necklace
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A majestic antique Edwardian design pendant necklace decorated with opal, emerald, diamonds, and rubies.
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Victorian Demantoid Ruby Diamond and Pearl Heart Necklace
Located in London, GB
Condition: Used (Very Good) Total Weight: 9.2 grams Heart Dimensions: 23mm x 23mm Total Demantoid Weight: Approx. 0.12ct Total Ruby Weight: Approx. 0.50ct Total Diamond Weight: Appro...
Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Meira T Diamond & Ruby Mini Shaker Pendant Chain Necklace 14K Yellow Gold
By Meira T
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in fine 14K yellow gold. It features a center oval shaped mini shaker pendant filled with round tiny rubies accompanied by a flat cable link chain accented with round cut dia...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,433 / item
Moi Luna Gold Diamond Ruby Brooch and Necklace
Located in Lawrenceville, GA
Gold(14K) : 5.72g Gold(18K) : 1.25g Rose-cut Diamond : 5.73ct Gemstone : Ruby, Cultured Pearls 925 Silver There's beauty in asymmetry, and the gorgeous Luna brooch and necklace is t...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Natural Oval Ruby & Diamond Pendant Necklace 14K Yellow Gold, 15 Inch Long
Located in New York, NY
0.50 Ct Natural Oval Ruby & Diamond Pendant Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold This spectacular Pendant Necklace consisting of a single Oval Shape Natural Ruby approximately 0.50...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$600Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond and Ruby Pendant 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Diamond and Ruby Pendant 14K Yellow Gold Round Diamond weighs 0.10 carat F/G Color VS Clarity Rubies Total carat weight 0.60 carat With 16.0 " 14KYG Cable Chain Pre-owned
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
14K Gold Taper Baguette Ruby Art Deco Pyramid Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Elevate your style with our 14k gold ruby art deco pyramid diamond pendant necklace, a true embodiment of opulence and art deco elegance.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
IGI Certified 60.14 CT Ruby 8.33 CT Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
A magnificent IGI certified 14K yellow gold ruby and diamond necklace measuring 16 inches, set with 31 graduated oval cut natural (treated/heated) rubies weighing approximately 60.14...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Diamond Ruby Snake Pendant Necklace 14k Gold Sterling Silver Choker
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Ruby Snake Pendant Necklace 14k Gold Sterling Silver Choker J DAUPHIN The "Internal Selves" necklace is a premier sculptural talisman from the J DAUPHIN signature coll...
Ruby, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold
14Kt White Gold 18 inches Necklace with Ruby and Diamonds
Located in Stamford, CT
14Kt White Gold 18 inches Necklace with Ruby and Diamonds 3.8 grams total weight
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
White Gold Ruby & Diamond Pendant Necklace 14 3/4" - 14k Round .72ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Ruby Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .60ct Cut: Round Color: Pinkish Red Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .12ctw Cut: Round Brilliant...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$14,511 / item
Classic Ruby 14K Yellow Gold Tennis Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Grace your jewelry collection with the timeless beauty of this Aquamarine Diamond Floral Pendant Necklace crafted in luxurious 18K gold.
Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Le Vian x Godiva 14k Rose Gold Ruby Brown Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
By Le Vian
Located in Towson, MD
Le Vian brings rich ruby red and warm rose gold together in this heart shaped pendant necklace from the Le Vian x Godiva Collection.
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$20,205Sale Price / item|20% Off
Certified 27.47Ct Natural Ruby & 5.56Ct Diamond Tennis Necklace 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This luxurious tennis necklace features 48 octagon-cut natural rubies totaling 27.47 carats, all set in 14K yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
6.13 Carat Ruby 3.68ctw Diamond Statement Round Pendant Necklace 14k Rose Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Details: Item Code:- SEPD-31264 (14k) Gross Weight :- 34.60 gm 14k Solid Rose Gold Wt. :- 32.64 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 3.68 ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Ru...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Multi-Color Sapphire Diamond Ruby and Emerald Tennis Necklace
Located in Denver, CO
An impressive 8.00 carats of round multi-color natural sapphires displaying the full spectrum of hues for which sapphires are renowned are featured in this sparkling new tennis neckl...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
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.
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 rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.
Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers.
In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs.
For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone.
Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt.
On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
If jewelry could talk, we know this piece would have good stories.
Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.
With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.
Learn more about the stylish links that have passed the test of time.
After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.