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White Gold Hoop Earrings - 14k Israel Pierced
Located in Greensboro, NC
" (3.1mm) Weight: 1.0 Grams Stamps: 14k, PC maker's mark, Israel Condition: Pre-Owned Professionally
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Rope Chain Necklace 24" - 14k Israel
Located in Greensboro, NC
" Width: 5/32" (3.3mm) Weight: 6.6 Grams Stamps: 14k, 585, EG, Israel Condition: Pre-Owned
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Oval Hoop Earrings - 14k Israel Pierced
Located in Greensboro, NC
" (3.8mm) Weight: 1.8 Grams Stamps: 14k, maker's mark Israel Condition: Pre-Owned Condition Note: One
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Textured Hoop Earrings #15873
Located in Washington Depot, CT
g/ 1.2 dwt Hallmark: 14K ISRAEL Size: 26.6 mm X 3 mm X 3 mm Approximately 3 mm thick. Very good
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Double Knot Hoop Earrings #21704
Located in Washington Depot, CT
mm X 2.4 mm Weight: 4.01 g./ 2.58 dwt. Stamped: 14K ISRAEL Very good condition, professionally
Category

20th Century Hoop Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow and White Gold Diamond Star of David Band Ring Size 6 #21538
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow and White Gold Diamond Star of David Band Ring Size 6 This meaningful 14K gold
Category

20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Yellow Gold Mid-Century Charm Bracelet with 27 Charms
Located in Palm Beach, FL
the globe, as well as the guard, have enamel. The bracelet itself is stamped 14K Israel, and the
Category

Mid-20th Century Charm Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pave Diamond Triple Oval Vertical Pendant Necklace in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Closure: Spring Ring Stamped: 14K Israel MGJ Estate Condition: Very good estate condition, professionally
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Brutalist 14K Gold Chai Pendant- Handcrafted, Israel 1970s
Located in New York, NY
This exceptional 14K gold Chai pendant, handcrafted in Israel during the 1970s, is a striking
Category

Vintage 1970s Israeli Brutalist Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Israel 14k Yellow & White Gold 17" Unique Byzantine Oval Link Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow & White Gold Weight: 16.07 Grams Chain Type: 17" - Unique Byzantine
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Link Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Hand-Crafted 14K Yellow Gold Shema Israel Pendant
By I. Reiss
Located in Great Neck, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Hand-Crafted Polish-Finished 24mm "Shema Israel" Blessing Pendant, Sliding on
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hand-Crafted 14K Yellow Gold Shema Israel Pendant
Hand-Crafted 14K Yellow Gold Shema Israel Pendant
H 1.03 in W 1.03 in Dm 1.03 in L 16 in
Vintage 14K Gold Star of David Pendant- Handcrafted in Israel 1970s
Located in New York, NY
Israel in the 1970s from solid 14K gold. Weighing approximately 15 grams, this pendant boasts a bold yet
Category

Vintage 1970s Israeli Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Diamond israel Map Style 14K White Gold Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite 14k gold necklace, featuring a stunning round diamond, offers a timeless elegance
Category

2010s American Modern Necklace Enhancers

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Handmade 14k Gold Menorah Brooch with Natural Diamonds & Aquamarine- 7.4g Israel
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning handmade Israeli brooch crafted from 14k gold, weighing 7.5 grams. The brooch
Category

Late 20th Century Israeli Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold

White Gold Ball Drop Earrings - 14k Orb Etched Israel Pierced
Located in Greensboro, NC
) Weight: 1.8 Grams Stamps: 14k, maker's mark, Israel Condition: Pre-Owned Professionally cleaned
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold

Ruby Diamond Ring Total Carat Weight 2.47 Carat in 14 K Yellow Gold
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Round Diamonds (Total Weight 0.30 Carat) in 14K Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Ring Total Carat Weight 2.47
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Green Emerald Diamond Ring Total Carat Weight 4.10 Carat in 14 K Yellow Gold
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Carat), sits an intense Green Emerald (Total Weight 3.7 Carat) in 14 K Yellow Gold. A unique ring fit to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.63 Carat Natural Diamond Israel Map Necklace 14K White Gold G SI
Located in New York, NY
0.33 Carat Natural Diamond Israel Map Necklace 14K White Gold G SI 18 inches chain 100
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Star of David on Israel Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold with Diamonds Enamel 18''
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
Star of David on Israel Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold with Diamonds Enamel 18'' This pendant is a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pave Diamond "Land of Israel" Map Shape Pave Diamond Pendant In 14k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
14KT:2.848g,D:0.47ct,
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald cut Diamond Solitaire Ring 1.66 ct LC (IF – I), 80's - Israel
Located in VALLADOLID, ES
Emerald cut Diamond Solitaire Ring 1.66 ct (IF – I), 80's - Israel Spectacular 1.66 carat emerald
Category

Vintage 1980s Israeli Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Am Israel Chai Diamond Pendant Judaica Necklace, Jewish Gift
Located in Hertsliya, IL
E T A I L S : ♥ Natural diamonds, conflict-free, 0.14ct, F color, VS clarity. ♥ Gold Color: 14K
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Gold Citrine Dangle Earrings
Located in Lake Worth, FL
14K Gold Large Citrine Dangle Earrings Sparkling and large round 0.5 inch brilliant cut citrine in
Category

2010s Israeli Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Citrine, 14k Gold

14 Karat Jewish Prayer Pendant Kabbala Flaming Letters 3D Shma Israel
Located in New York, NY
Jewish Charm Shma Israel Pendant. Flaming Letters, in 3D. 14kt. yellow & White gold Solid
Category

2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14K White Gold Diamonds Hoop Earrings
Located in רמת גן, IL
14K White Gold 0.28Ct Diamonds Hoop Earrings Product Description: Introducing our White Gold
Category

2010s Israeli Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Israel Map Gold Pendant Necklace "I have no other land" Judaica Necklace Jewelry
Located in Hertsliya, IL
Am Israel Chai gold Pendant Necklace featuring the map of Israel intricately crafted with a heart
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Sparkling Halo Ring in 14k White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Elevate your elegance with this exquisite 14K white gold jewelry piece, a true testament to
Category

2010s Israeli Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Love Knot Diamond Necklace, 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Hertsliya, IL
Love Knot Diamond Necklace, 14K Yellow Gold, 36cm. Infinity love knot diamond necklace - Charming
Category

2010s Israeli Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Star of David Am Israel Chai Dog Tag Pendant 14 Karat White Gold 5 Grams
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Star of David Am Israel Chai dog tag crafted in 14 karat white gold, 5 grams. Available in yellow
Category

2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold

Dazzling 8.00ct Diamonds Bangle in 14k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Dazzling 8.00ct Diamonds Bangle in 14k White Gold - IGI Certified Indulge in the brilliance of
Category

2010s Israeli Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Star of David Am Israel Chai Dog Tag Pendant 14 Karat Yellow Gold 5 Grams
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Star of David Am Israel Chai dog tag crafted in 14 karat yellow gold, 5 grams. Coming soon in
Category

2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sophisticated 10.03ct Diamonds Tennis Bracelet in 14k Rose Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Sophisticated 10.03ct Diamonds Tennis Bracelet in 14k Rose Gold - IGI Certified This remarkable
Category

2010s Israeli Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Dazzling 8.22ct Diamonds Bracelet in 14k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Dazzling 8.22ct Diamonds Bracelet in 14k White Gold - IGI Certified Exquisite craftsmanship meets
Category

2010s Israeli Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Luminous 1.73ct Diamond Earrings in 14k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Luminous 1.73ct Diamond Earrings in 14k White Gold - IGI Certified These elegant earrings are
Category

2010s Israeli Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.60ct Round Diamond 14k White Gold Ring
By Alegra's Legend
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
, ensuring remarkable brilliance and sparkle. Set in 14k white gold. For more information, please check the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Luminous 7.60ct Diamonds Bracelet in 14k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Luminous 7.60ct Diamonds Bracelet in 14k White Gold - IGI Certified Embrace timeless
Category

2010s Israeli Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Zodiac (Scales) Sign 14K Gold Necklace With Diamond
Located in רמת גן, IL
Zodiac (Scales) Sign 14K Gold Necklace with Diamond Product Description: Introducing our Gold and
Category

2010s Israeli Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

2.28 Carat Natural Round Diamonds 14K Gold Bracelet
By Alegra's Legend
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
. Crafted in 14 kt white gold, stamped 585, the bracelet combines timeless elegance with exceptional sparkle
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Art Deco Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Stunning 0.63ct Diamonds Halo Necklace with Pendant in 14k Rose Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Stunning 0.63ct Diamonds Halo Necklace with Pendant in 14k Rose Gold - GIA Certified This
Category

2010s Israeli Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Luxurious 6.39ct Rubellite and Diamonds Cocktail Ring in 14k White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
from its 14k white gold setting. Accented by 14 dazzling round-cut diamonds with 1.20ct total, plus 2
Category

2010s Israeli Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

King Agrippa I Ancient Coin Earrings Set in 14K Gold
Located in Venice, CA
These 14k gold earrings feature ancient coins that were minted in Jerusalem in 42 A.D. The coins
Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Israeli Classical Roman Stud Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alluring 1.18ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 14k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Alluring 1.18ct Diamonds Halo Ring in 14k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified Make a statement with this
Category

2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Green Jade Cabochon Cocktail Ring 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 19mm Green Jade Cabochon Cocktail Ring 14k Gold. Large Jade gemstone measuring approx 20mm
Category

Vintage 1970s Israeli Cocktail Rings

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Luminous 16.73ct Diamonds Stud Earrings in 14k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Luminous 16.73ct Diamonds Stud Earrings in 14k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified Experience unparalleled
Category

2010s Israeli Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lustrous 2.78ct Diamonds Dangling Earrings in 14k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Lustrous 2.78ct Diamonds Dangling Earrings in 14k White Gold - IGI Certified Elevate your elegance
Category

2010s Israeli Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Large Diamond Initial Gothic Font Letter Pave Charm, Personalized Pendant, 14K
Located in Hertsliya, IL
0.10-0.20ct, F color, VS clarity * Gold: 14K solid gold. Yellow, White, or Rose gold. * Can it be
Category

2010s Israeli Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Elegant 5.12ct Diamonds Tennis Bracelet in 14k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Elegant 5.12ct Diamonds Tennis Bracelet in 14k White Gold - IGI Certified Elevate your style with
Category

2010s Israeli Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Glamorous 2.50ct Sapphire and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 14k White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Glamorous 2.50ct Sapphire and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 14k White Gold - IGI Certified This 14k
Category

2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Stunning 2.77ct Sapphire and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Stunning 2.77ct Sapphire and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 14k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified A statement
Category

2010s Israeli Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Luxurious 1.68ct Diamond Stud Earrings in 14k Rose Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Luxurious 1.68ct Diamond Stud Earrings in 14k Rose Gold - IGI Certified Discover the allure of
Category

2010s Israeli Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

0.35ctw Round Diamond Ring 14K White Gold
By Alegra's Legend
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
. Meticulously crafted in 14K White Gold, the ring weighs a substantial 2.94 grams, ensuring elegance and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Radiant 5.32ct Diamonds Tennis Bracelet in 14k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Radiant 5.32ct Diamonds Tennis Bracelet in 14k White Gold - IGI Certified Introducing this elegant
Category

2010s Israeli Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Exquisite 1.07ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 14k White Gold - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Exquisite 1.07ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 14k White Gold - GIA Certified This elegant ring features a
Category

2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Sophisticated 1.46ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 14k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Sophisticated 1.46ct Diamonds Pave Ring in 14k White Gold - IGI Certified This elegant 14k white
Category

2010s Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Sophisticated 20.93ct Aquamarine and Diamonds Cocktail Ring in 14k White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Sophisticated 20.93ct Aquamarine and Diamonds Cocktail Ring in 14k White Gold - IGI Certified
Category

2010s Israeli Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Captivating 8.75ct Chrysoberyl and Diamonds Cocktail Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Captivating 8.75ct Chrysoberyl and Diamonds Cocktail Ring in 14k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified Make
Category

2010s Israeli Cocktail Rings

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

NO RESERVE! 0.51 Fancy Grey Diamonds - 14K White Ring
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
) Gray Clarity: SI1 Metal weight: 1.48 gr. Item ships from Israeli Diamonds Exchange, customers are
Category

2010s Israeli Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

0.20CT Round Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 14K White Gold
By Alegra's Legend
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
and enduring sparkle. The ring is crafted in 14K white gold, weighing 2.91 grams. Its classic design
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

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14k Israel For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact 14k israel you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 14k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 7 vintage or 3 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect 14k israel 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. While most can agree that any 14k israel from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Cultured Pearl version from the 1 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for a bead version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. Finding a 14k israel for sale for women should be easy, but there are 5 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a 14k Israel?

The price for a 14k israel starts at $242 and tops out at $14,000 with these wall-decorations, on average, selling for $1,350.

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.