14K Yellow Gold Wrap Flexible Bangle Bracelet with 0.85 Carat Round Diamonds
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K yellow gold wrap flexible bangle bracelet with diamonds weighing 0.85 carat total.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Flexible Diamond Wrap Ring in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
The ring is stamped "14K". Brand new. Please see all photos for details, feel free to ask all questions before bidding. 100% Authentic Bracelet Specifications: Style: Flexible Di...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$4,010 / item
W 1.13 in L 7 in
2.50 Carat Natural Diamond Wrap Flexible Bangle Bracelet G SI 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
2.50 Carat Natural Diamond Wrap Flexible Bangle Bracelet G-H SI 14K White Gold 7''' 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way 2.50CT G-H SI 14K White Gold, Pave Style, 17.7 ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
5.54 Carat Sapphire Flexible Tennis Bangle Bracelet in 14K White Gold, Stackable
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Designed with a sleek low-profile setting and a comfortable flexible structure, the bracelet wraps gracefully around the wrist while offering exceptional brilliance and fluid movemen...
Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
4.00 Carat Natural Diamond Wrap Flexible Bangle Bracelet G SI 14k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
4.00 Carat Natural Diamond Wrap Flexible Bangle Bracelet G-H SI 14K White Gold 7''' 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way 4.00CT G-H SI 14K White Gold, Prong Style, 11.5...
Diamond, White Gold
14k Solid Gold Heart Charm Diamond Flexible Chain Bracelet
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Gold Bracelet Heart Charm Bracelet Diamond Flexible Chain Bracelet Light weight can be worn everyday Additional information: Condition: New with tags: A brand-new, unused,...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
14k Solid Gold Flexible Charm Bangle Bracelet Genuine Diamond
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Gold Flexible Charm Bangle Bracelet Genuine Diamond Wedding Jewelry Light weight can be worn everyday Additional information: Condition: New with tags: A brand-new, unused...
Diamond, Rose Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
Heart Aand Key 14k Solid Gold Flexible Bracelet with Genuine Diamond
Located in Chicago, IL
Heart And Key 14k Solid Gold Flexible Bracelet With Genuine Diamond Wedding Gift Light weight can be worn everyday Additional information: Condition: New with tags: A brand-new, unu...
Diamond, Rose Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
Duo Sphere Flexible Bangle Genuine Diamond Gold Bracelet in 14k Solid Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Gold Duo Sphere Flexible Bangle Genuine Diamond Gold Bracelet Gift.
Diamond, Rose Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
Floral Natural Diamond Mesh Flexible Cuff Bracelet in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
All our jewelry pieces are certified by a third-party laboratory such as IGI, HRD, IDGL, GIN, or SGL. This floral diamond bracelet features a woven mesh band in 14k solid gold with ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Ruby Enamel Snake Wrap Bracelet 14K Yellow Gold Flex Bangle
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This authentic vintage snake bracelet is crafted in solid 14k yellow gold and features a striking flexible wrap design that coils elegantly around the wrist.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$9,715
W 1.7 in L 7.75 in
Vintage 14k Gold Emerald Jade Ruby Diamond & Pearl Enamel Work Ram Wrap Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
Total Carat Weight: 1.58 (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 67 Grams Type: Flexible Cuff Wrap Bangle Bracelet Length: Will comfortably fit up to a 7.75" wrist.
Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
I. Reiss Pavé Diamond Bar Flexible Wire Bracelet in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This refined diamond bracelet by I. Reiss features a sleek and elegant wire design that wraps gracefully around the wrist. The slender silhouette is accented with a row of sparkling ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
I. Reiss Pavé Diamond Bar Flexible Wire Bracelet in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This elegant diamond wire bracelet by I. Reiss offers a refined, minimalist look with a graceful golden silhouette that wraps effortlessly around the wrist.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
I. Reiss Pavé Diamond Bar Flexible Wire Bracelet in 14 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This refined wire bracelet is crafted in warm rose gold with a sleek, minimalist silhouette. Its slender profile wraps gracefully around the wrist, creating an effortlessly elegant l...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Estate 14 Karat Yellow Gold Wrap Bracelet Watch w Diamond Accents
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Victorian style appointments and a concealed timepiece give this gorgeous vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Wrap Style Bracelet with hidden watch its stunning high style. Framed with a ro...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Gold and Turquoise Snake Wrap Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14k yellow gold with Cabochon Turquoises, old cut Diamonds, and Cabochon Tourmalines as the eyes. Circa lare 1800s Size 6 1/2, flexible
Diamond, Tourmaline, Turquoise, 14k Gold
EFFY Pavé Classica Diamond Flex Wrap Open Cuff Bracelet in 14 Karat White Gold
By Effy
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This piece is in very good estate condition and has been professionally cleaned and polished. Metal: 14K White Gold Weight: 24.5 gram Diamond count: 40 Natural Diamonds: 2.16 ctw D...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
$5,878Sale Price / item|20% Off
2.10Ct Natural Diamond Floral 14k Yellow Gold Statement Spiral Bangle Bracelet
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
2.10Ct Natural Diamond Floral 14k Yellow Gold Statement Spiral Bangle Bracelet This exquisite bracelet features a double-layer spiral design in a solid gold, elegantly wrapping arou...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Ruby Diamond Pave Set Snake Bangle Bracelet Cuff in 14K Rose Gold
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Original shape, this flexible snake cuff wraps around your wrist to create an impressive visual effect.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$32,250 / item
L 7 in
Customizable Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Classic Tennis Bracelet in 14K 18K Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Some pieces never need reinvention, only refinement. This classic diamond tennis bracelet is exactly that, a continuous line of round brilliant diamonds set in 18K white gold, execut...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold,...
$7,600Sale Price|20% Off
Superb Sapphire and Diamond Gold Contemporary Bracelet
Located in Aspen, CO
This flexible bracelet is 7-1/8th inches long. The clasp is well made with a secure safety.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Sapphire Cuff Bracelet w Diamond Halo, Flex Bracelet Yellow Gold Mixed Metals
By Gabriel & Co.
Located in Austin, TX
The details for this gorgeous bracelet are listed below: Bracelet Type: Cuff, Bangle Metal Quality: 14K White-Yellow Gold Length: 6cm diameter (6.5 inches long) Width: 2.25mm Clasp: ...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Y...
Round Cut Rainbow Sapphire 14k Gold Delicate Tennis Bracelet Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
14k Yellow Gold Round Cut Rainbow Sapphire Delicate Tennis Bracelet Fine Jewelry BRMJOS-454 Details:- Item Code:- BRMJOS-454 Material - Solid 14K Yellow Gold Gross Weight - 8.76 Gra...
Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$9,340 / item
H 0.12 in W 0.22 in L 7.01 in
TJD 2.0 Carat Round Natural Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Zigzag Tennis Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Sleek, modern, and effortlessly elegant, this diamond tennis bracelet by The Jewelry Destination is a refined expression of contemporary luxury. Beautifully crafted in 14 karat whit...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$3,691 / item
W 0.16 in L 6.5 in
9.15 Carat Taper Baguette Cut Multicolor Gemstones Diamond Tennis Link Bracelet
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
9.15 Carat Taper Baguette Cut Multicolor Gemstones Diamond Tennis Link Bracelet. Radiant, refined, and endlessly versatile—this tennis link bracelet is a dazzling celebration of col...
Diamond, Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, Blue Topaz, Rhodolite, 14k Gold, Ye...
$11,200Sale Price|20% Off
Fine Vivid Red Natural Ruby, 5.50 cts., White Diamond 18K Gold Bracelet.
Located in Aspen, CO
This 18K white gold bracelet is well made and in fine like new condition. possessing 13 rubies 5.50 cts 390 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing an estimated 2.3 cts., this flexible...
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Fine Vivid Red Natural Ruby, 5.50 cts., White Diamond 2.3 cts 18K Gold Bracelet.
Located in Aspen, CO
The diamonds are all near colorless (H) and very slightly included, This flexible well made bracelet has two safety on the well made invisible clasp, it is 7 inches long and 7.6 mm ...
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
14kt Yellow Gold Natural Ruby Tennis Bracelet Jewelry Unisex 7.5" Box Lock
Located in Jaipur, IN
Prong Set Natural Ruby Gemstone 14k Yellow Gold Tennis Bracelet Fine Jewelry Details:- Item Code:- BRMJ-351-RU Material - Solid 14K Yellow Gold Gross Weight - 8.9 Grams Gold Weight...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$1,550
L 7 in
Capucelli Halfway Graduated Diamond Flexible Bangle Bracelet Cuff (1.35 ct.)
By Capucelli
Located in Great Neck, NY
Introducing our HalfWay Graduated Diamond Thin Flexible Bangle Bracelet Cuff, a captivating piece that combines sophistication, versatility, and timeless beauty.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Unavailable|$16,500 / item
1.5 Carat Emerald Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Refined Light
Located in Mumbai, IN
Our three-generation ateliers design the architecture around the diamonds and gemstones themselves, carving galleries, claws and bridges in 14K White Gold so the outline of the Emera...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$20,900 / item
2.17 Carat Cushion Diamond Ring Brilliant White 14K Gold Effortless Elegance
Located in Mumbai, IN
In the office or during travel days, keep companions quiet – a single band, a pared-back bracelet, perhaps a simple pendant – so the diamonds read as intentional, not ostentatious.
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$86,680 / item
Oval Diamond Ring Brilliant White 14K White Gold Graceful Brilliance Heirloom
Located in Mumbai, IN
As evening approaches or when worn for Red-carpet events, milestone celebrations & private collections, it moves naturally into black-tie and couture territory: pair it with a sl...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$147,950 / item
7.06 Carat Oval Halo Diamond Ring Fancy Yellow 14K White Gold
Located in Mumbai, IN
When you choose to layer, keep the supporting cast disciplined: a slim band on an adjacent finger, a diamond tennis bracelet and a refined 14K White Gold watch are all you need.
Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$38,500 / item
2.51 Carat Radiant Halo Diamond Ring Fancy Yellow 14K White Gold
Located in Mumbai, IN
A Crown-Worthy Fancy Rarity—a piece defined by brilliance, poise, and longevity. Diamond Ring Overview & Legacy Story Balancing presence and restraint, this Legacy ring showcase...
Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$1,485,000 / item
20 Carat Pear Statement VS 14K Gold Unparalleled Brilliance Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Our three-generation ateliers design the architecture around the diamonds themselves, carving galleries, claws and bridges in 14K White Gold so the outline of the Pear stones is hono...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$82,500 / item
6.64 Carat Radiant Diamond Ring Brilliant White 14K Gold Timeless Brilliance
Located in Mumbai, IN
As evening approaches or when worn for Red-carpet events, milestone celebrations & private collections, it moves naturally into black-tie and couture territory: pair it with a sl...
White Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Unavailable|$15,400 / item
1.3 Carat Princess Diamond Ring Brilliant White 14K White Gold Classic Charm
Located in Mumbai, IN
In everyday luxury mode, it sits beside a favourite 14K White Gold watch and a single bracelet, with the diamonds catching light in meetings, at lunches and in transit.
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$30,800 / item
2.5 Carat Oval Diamond Ring Brilliant White 14K White Gold Quiet Power
Located in Mumbai, IN
In the office or during travel days, keep companions quiet – a single band, a pared-back bracelet, perhaps a simple pendant – so the diamonds read as intentional, not ostentatious.
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$28,600 / item
2 Carat Radiant Diamond Ring Brilliant White 14K White Gold Everyday Royalty
Located in Mumbai, IN
It feels less like a row of individual pieces and more like a single, fluid light source wrapped around the finger. Diamond Carat Weight & Presence on the Hand The approximately ...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$1,083,500 / item
12.5 Carat Pear Statement Diamond Ring VVS 14K Gold Crystal-Clear Grandeur
Located in Mumbai, IN
We recommend removing the ring for gym sessions, spa treatments, household chemicals and impact-heavy activities so the diamonds and 14K White Gold finish remain pristine.
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$29,700 / item
2.5 Carat Cushion Diamond Ring Brilliant White 14K White Gold Modern Nobility
Located in Mumbai, IN
Modern Nobility—a piece defined by brilliance, poise, and longevity. Diamond Ring Overview & Legacy Story Balancing presence and restraint, this Legacy ring showcases approximat...
White Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Unavailable|$357,500 / item
10 Carat Radiant Statement Brilliant White SI 14K White Gold Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
When you choose to layer, keep the supporting cast disciplined: a slim band on an adjacent finger, a diamond tennis bracelet and a refined 14K White Gold watch are all you need.
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$181,500 / item
6 Carat Cushion Statement Brilliant White VS 14K Refined Grandeur Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Refined Grandeur—a piece defined by brilliance, poise, and longevity. Diamond Ring Overview & Legacy Story Balancing presence and restraint, this Legacy ring showcases approxima...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$107,800 / item
4 Carat Marquise Diamond Ring Brilliant White 14K White Gold A Classic Statement
Located in Mumbai, IN
A Classic Statement—a piece defined by brilliance, poise, and longevity. Diamond Ring Overview & Legacy Story Balancing presence and restraint, this Legacy ring showcases approx...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$632,500 / item
10 Carat Assher Cut Statement Brilliant White / J color VS 14K Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Care & Preservation From a preservation perspective, sunlight itself will not harm the diamonds, but long exposure to sand, saltwater and beach environments can introduce micro-s...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$523,600 / item
7 Carat Emerald-cut Statement VS 14K White Gold Refined Grandeur Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
When you choose to layer, keep the supporting cast disciplined: a slim band on an adjacent finger, a diamond tennis bracelet and a refined 14K White Gold watch are all you need.
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$247,500 / item
4 Carat Heart Shape Statement Brilliant White / D color VVS 14K Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
We recommend removing the ring for gym sessions, spa treatments, household chemicals and impact-heavy activities so the diamonds and 14K White Gold finish remain pristine.
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$979,000 / item
15 Carat Emerald-cut Statement / F color VS 14K White Gold Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Collector’s Grade Grandeur—a piece defined by brilliance, poise, and longevity. Diamond Ring Overview & Legacy Story Balancing presence and restraint, this Legacy ring showcases...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$895,000 / item
15 Carat Round Brilliant Statement Brilliant White / J color SI 14K Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
It feels less like a row of individual pieces and more like a single, fluid light source wrapped around the finger. Diamond Carat Weight & Presence on the Hand The approximately ...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$654,500 / item
9 Carat Emerald-cut Statement VS 14K White Gold Timeless Brilliance Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
In the office or during travel days, keep companions quiet – a single band, a pared-back bracelet, perhaps a simple pendant – so the diamonds and gemstones read as intentional, not o...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$401,500 / item
7 Carat Oval Statement Brilliant White / F color VS 14K White Gold Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
When you choose to layer, keep the supporting cast disciplined: a slim band on an adjacent finger, a diamond tennis bracelet and a refined 14K White Gold watch are all you need.
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$43,450 / item
3 Carat Cushion Diamond Ring Fancy Yellow 14K Gold A Crown-Worthy Fancy Rarity
Located in Mumbai, IN
When you choose to layer, keep the supporting cast disciplined: a slim band on an adjacent finger, a diamond tennis bracelet and a refined 14K White Gold watch are all you need.
Yellow Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Unavailable|$280,500 / item
4 Carat Heart Shape Statement Brilliant White / D color FL/IF 14K Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
We recommend removing the ring for gym sessions, spa treatments, household chemicals and impact-heavy activities so the diamonds and 14K White Gold finish remain pristine.
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$5,500 / item
1.68 Carat Oval Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Refined Light Signature
Located in Mumbai, IN
As evening approaches or when worn for Anniversary, milestone birthday, romantic gifting & self-reward, it moves naturally into black-tie and couture territory: pair it with a sl...
Emerald, White Gold, 14k Gold
Georgian Style GIA Sri Lanka Sapphire Bracelet
Located in METAIRIE, LA
This 14 Karat Gold Georgian Style Sapphire Bracelet features three focal GIA Certified Sri Lanka mined Cushion cut Sapphires – 1 Central 15 carat Canary Yellow Sapphire & 2 Surroundi...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$22,000 / item
Emerald Statement 14K White Gold Elegant Sparkle Collector-Grade
Located in Mumbai, IN
When you choose to layer, keep the supporting cast disciplined: a slim band on an adjacent finger, a diamond tennis bracelet and a refined 14K White Gold watch are all you need.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White 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.