2.50 Ct Natural Emerald 1.73 Ct Diamond Diamond Cluster Earrings, 18K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
"This pair of earrings is designed as a emerald diamond halo cluster earrings, combining 2.50 carats of natural emeralds with 1.73 carats of natural diamond accents. The photographed...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural 6.69 Ct Zambian Emerald 7.80 Ct Diamond Drop Earrings 18K White Gold
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
Crafted in luminous 18K White Gold, these exceptional drop earrings showcase the timeless beauty of natural Zambian emeralds framed by a dazzling halo of natural diamonds. The rich 6...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.96 Ct Natural Zambian Emerald 1.24 Ct Diamond Crescent Earrings 18K White Gold
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
A single oval Zambian emerald anchors each earring while ten marquise diamonds sweep upward in a crescent leaf spray. The open gallery lets the emerald read from front and side. Eac...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
12.59 Ct Natural Emerald & 0.39 Ct Diamond Double-Drop Earrings, 18K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
"This pair of earrings is designed as a emerald double-drop earrings, combining 12.59 carats of natural emeralds with 0.39 carats of natural diamond accents. The photographed composi...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
11.34 Ct Zambian Emerald 0.99 Ct Natural Diamond Stud Earrings 18K White Gold
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
This stud earring features a larger rectangular Zambian emerald than its companion piece, again ringed by a halo of round diamonds that trace the stone's outline. The increased emera...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
11.34 Ct Zambian Emerald 0.99 Ct Natural Diamond Stud Earrings 18K White Gold
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
This stud earring features a larger rectangular Zambian emerald than its companion piece, again ringed by a halo of round diamonds that trace the stone's outline. The increased emera...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
7.66 Ct Zambian Emerald 8.44 Ct Diamond Marquise Drop Earrings 18K White Gold
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
To wear these earrings is to make a declaration. A large round brilliant natural diamond anchors the top of each piece in a four-prong stud — clean, precise, immediately commanding. ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
8.44 Ct Marquise Diamond 7.66 Ct Pear Zambian Emerald Earrings 18K White Gold
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
A single round brilliant diamond sits at the top of each earring, giving way to an articulated cage of marquise diamonds that widens as it descends, evoking the open-frame chandelier...
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage 18ct Gold Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Diamond Stud Earrings 18ct Yellow & White Gold Beautiful Little Rub Over Set Diamond Stud Earrings.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$11,591 / item
South Sea Pearls & 1.40 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Graceful, feminine, and timeless, these South Sea pearl drop earrings are designed to bring soft elegance to every occasion. Each earring features a luminous white South Sea pearl, a...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
1.96 Ct Natural Zambian Emerald 1.24 Ct Diamond Crescent Earrings 18K White Gold
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
A single oval Zambian emerald anchors each earring while ten marquise diamonds sweep upward in a crescent leaf spray. The open gallery lets the emerald read from front and side. Eac...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.90 Ct Natural Ruby And 1.60 Ct Diamond Drop Earrings 18K White Gold
Located in Roma, IT
A striking pair of ruby and diamond drop earrings, designed in an elegant linear tennis style that creates a refined cascade of color and brilliance. The earrings are set with a tot...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
40.01 Ct Natural Zambian Emerald 0.74 Ct Diamond Drop Earrings 18K White Gold
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
Two substantial pear-shaped Zambian emeralds, more than forty carats together, hang in a vertical toi-et-moi pairing joined by a shield-cut diamond connector. The setting is pared ba...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
AIG Certified 3.60 Ct Ceylon Sapphires 3.50 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive Sapphires and Diamonds earrings in contemporary and particular design , so elegant and particular style ! Elevate your timeless of beauty and add a touch of glamour and ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
40.01 Ct Natural Zambian Emerald 0.74 Ct Diamond Drop Earrings 18K White Gold
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
Two substantial pear-shaped Zambian emeralds, more than forty carats together, hang in a vertical toi-et-moi pairing joined by a shield-cut diamond connector. The setting is pared ba...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
10.50 CT Citrine & 0.78 CT Diamonds in 18K Yellow Gold Teardrop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Height: 32 mm Width: 13 mm Metal:18K Yellow Gold Hallmarks: 18K Total Weight: 14.7 Grams Stone Type: 10.50 Citrine & G SI1 0.78 CT Diamonds Condition: New Estimated Price: $3900 Stoc...
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold
AIG certified 6.80 Ct Diamonds Zambia Emeralds 5.40 Ct 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive design, so glamour and refined, exclusively handmade. Earrings come in 18k gold with four pieces of Zambia emeralds, fine quality, in cabochon cut, of 5,40 carats, and n...
18k Gold
Fancy Emerald Earrings Dangle 18k White Gold 3.47 CT
Located in Brooklyn, NY
New Dangle Earrings Trendy modern Design with Natural Green Emerald Natural Emerald size: approx 9 x7 mm 3.74 carat Emerald is from Zambia, a little on the darker side with nice lust...
Onyx, Emerald, White Gold
$14,102Sale Price / set|20% Off
14.73 Ct Zambian Emerald 3.45 Ct Diamond Dangle Drop Earrings 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
14.73 Ct Zambian Emerald 3.45 Ct Diamond Dangle Drop Earrings 18k White Gold The earrings feature a modern vertical drop design with a cascade of emerald-cut diamonds, each delicate...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$23,212Sale Price / set|20% Off
26.74 Ct Zambian Emerald 7.09 Ct Diamond Dangle Earrings 18k Gold HRD Certified
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite earrings are handset with 26.74 carats of emerald & 7.09 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold 6.14 CT Diamond & 3.85 CT Zambian Emerald Marquise Hoop Earrings
Located in Deira, AE
Details:- Item Code :- MEE-248 Gross Wt. :- 19.46 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :- 17.46 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 6.14 Ct. ( SI Clarity & HI Color ) Zambian Emerald Wt. :- 3.85 Ct.
Emerald, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 6.00 Ct Siamese Rubies 2.40 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
These exquisite earrings are meticulously crafted, showcasing a perfect balance of sophistication and elegance. The framework is entirely set in luxurious 18k gold, which offers a st...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 12.00 Ct Siamese Rubies 2.40 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite Rubies and Diamonds pair of earrings, in original and particular design, so elegant and refined. These aren't just earrings, they're a statement, a conversation, and a l...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 6.50 Ct Burma Rubies 2.20 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive Rubies and Diamonds earrings, in contemporary design, so refined and elegant style. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this exquisite pair of earrings features...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 2.90 Ct Zambian Emeralds 1.90 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive Emeralds and Diamonds earrings in adorable flowers design, so elegant and refined style. Elevate your timeless of beauty , and adds a touch of class and glamour on your...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 3.30 Ct Ceylon Sapphires 2.40 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive Ceylon Sapphires and Diamonds earrings, in modern and refined design. Elevate your timeless of beauty, and add a touch of sophistication on your look. Magnificent earrin...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 4.50 Ct Burma Rubies 2.30 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite Rubies and Diamonds earrings, in Art Deco design, so elegant and refined style. Elevate your timeless of beauty and add a touch of charm and class on your look. Stunning...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 6.90 Ct Burma Rubies 3.60 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite Rubies and Diamonds earrings, in particular flowers design, so unique and refined. Elevate your sophistication, and add a touch of glamour and of color on your outfit. S...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$4,700Sale Price / set|20% Off
4.80 Ct Emerald 1.38 Ct Diamond Halo Teardrop Dangle Earrings 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
4.80 Ct Emerald 1.38 Ct Diamond Halo Teardrop Dangle Earrings 18k White Gold A double teardrop dangle design featuring two vivid pear-shaped emeralds on each earring.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
AIG Certified 2.85 Ct Yellow Sapphires 2.45 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive Yellow Sapphires and Diamonds earrings, in intricate and refined design, so elegant and sophisticated style. Adorn your self and add a touch of glamour on your look. Stu...
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold
$29,660Sale Price / set|20% Off
5.85 Ct Diamond Halo 38.88 Ct Zambian Emerald Teardrop Earrings 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
5.85 Ct Diamond Halo 38.88 Ct Zambian Emerald Teardrop Earrings 18k White Gold These earrings are designed to dazzle.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
AIG Certified 3.40 Ct Ceylon Sapphires 2.25 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive Ceylon Sapphires and Diamonds earrings, in glamour contemporary design. Elevate your look and add a touch of elegance and sophistication on your outfit. Stunning earring...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 1.80 Ct Ceylon Sapphire 1.30 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite pair of earrings in romantic design, so chic and elegant. A very perfect Sant Valentine gift. Adorn your self and adds a touch of glamour on your look. Stunning earrings...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 6.70 Ct Ceylon Sapphires 5.00 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Introducing these exquisite earrings adorned with Ceylon Sapphires and Diamonds. The perfect combination of elegance and sophistication, these earrings are designed to captivate. The...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 9.50 Ct Zambian Emeralds 3.80 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite Emeralds and Diamonds pair of earrings in modern and sophisticated design. This stunning combination symbolizes grace , luxury and an enchanting aura that illuminates ev...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Simon G. 18K White Gold 0.69 ct Sapphire & 0.67 ct Diamond Drop Earrings
By Simon G Jewelry
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Simon G. LE4799 18K white gold drop earrings with 82 round diamonds weighing 0.67 carat total and blue sapphires weighing 0.69 carat total. These geometric earrings have concentric...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
AIG Certified 3.40 Ct Ceylon Sapphires 1.50 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive Ceylon Sapphires and Diamonds earrings, in contemporary design, so fashion and glamour style. Elevate your look and adds a touch of class and charm on your outfit. Magni...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
18 kt. White Gold Flower Earrings With 2.66 ct. Diamonds
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
Stunning 18 kt. White Gold Flower Earrings With 2.66 ct.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
AIG Certified 11.70 Ct Zambian Emeralds 7.90 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Unique and elegant Emeralds and Diamonds earrings. The emeralds are arranged in the shape of delicate design , surrounded by shimmering diamonds that add a touch of sophistication....
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
18 kt. White Gold Tipple Circle 1.68 ct. Diamond Earrings
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
Stunning Classic 18 kt. White Gold Tipple Circle 1.68 ct. Diamond Earrings.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
AIG Certified 4.58 Ct Orange Sapphires 1.50 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite pair of earrings, in lovely design. Adorn your look with these particular and unique earrings, designed by Italian designer. Elevate your class and your outfit, for ever...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 31.00 Ct Burma Rubies 9.40 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
These exquisite earrings showcase the mesmerizing beauty of rubies and diamonds. The focal point of each earrings is a captivating oval ruby. These precious gemstones hold an undenia...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 2.45 Ct Zambian Emeralds 1.90 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive pair of earrings in contemporary design, so elegant and refined, designed with particular attention on details. Adds a touch of class and charme on your look. Magnificen...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 3.00 Ct Diamonds 2.34 Ct Zambian Emeralds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite Diamonds and Emeralds earrings in romantic, so particular and refined design. Elevate your look with this stunning piece, and add a touch of charm and class on your look...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 9.50 Ct Burma Rubies 3.40 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive pair of earrings in contemporary designs elegant and refined, a very piece of modern art. Elevate your look and adds a touch of color on your outfit. Gorgeous earrings c...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 5.50 Ct Zambian Emeralds 4.40 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive pair of earrings, in contemporary design, so elegant and refined , crafted with particular attention on details. Elevate your look and adds a touch of charm and class on...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 12.00 Ct Zambian Emeralds 3.00 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite Emeralds and Diamonds earrings. Wearings jewelry can instantly uplift our mood, adding a touch of sparkly and glamour to any outfit. The green stones and delicate diamon...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 4.00 Ct Zambian Emeralds 2.70 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive pair of earrings in stunning ART DECO design, so elegant and original, perfect for all events and for every day. Magnificent earrings come in 18k gold with two pieces of...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Beauvince Czarina Earrings (10.66 ct Diamonds) in 18K White Gold
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds Shapes: Emerald Cut, Pear shape, Round, Marquise and Baguette Total Diamonds Weight: 10.66 ct Diamonds Color: H - I Diamonds Clarity: VS (Very Slightly Included) Metal: 18K...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
AIG Certified 4.95 Ct Burma Rubies 2.15 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive Burma Ruby and Diamonds earrings, in sophisticated and romantic design. Crafted with meticulous attention on details, create a combination of color and light , that elev...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 1.54 Ct Zambian Emeralds 1.20 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive pair of earrings in contemporary design, so elegant and essential design. Adds a touch of class and sophistication on your look , and elevate your appearance. Stunning e...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 4.15 Ct Ceylon Sapphires 2.40 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An enchanting essence of a magnificent pair of earrings. This radiant creation is bedecked with a splendid array of glistering diamonds and vibrant sapphires. Adorned with a two piec...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 6.80 Ct Zambia Emeralds Diamonds 1.37 Ct 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite pair of earring in 18k gold with a original and refined design by Italian designer . Earrings come with 4 pieces natural Zambia emeralds, in oval cut, fine quality, min...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 50.00 Ct Zambian Emeralds 2.60 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
A pair of exquisite earrings boast a classic design that exude timeless elegance. The Emeralds , with their verdant green hue , captivate the eye with their vibrant brilliance . Nest...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
1.60 CT Natural Ruby & 0.45 CT Diamonds in 18K White Gold Flower Earrings
By Non Branded
Located in Los Angeles, CA
100% Authentic, 100% Customer Satisfaction Height: 18 mm Width: 11 mm Metal:18K White Gold Hallmarks: 18K Total Weight: 3.9 Grams Stone Type: 1.60 CT Natural Ruby & 0.45 CT Dia...
Diamond, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 9.00 Ct Zambian Emeralds 4.00 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Unique and elegant Emeralds and Diamonds earrings. The Zambian Emeralds are arranged in the shape of a delicate design, surrounded by shimmering diamonds that add a touch of sophist...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 16.00 Ct Zambian Emeralds 5.60 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Unique and elegant Emeralds and Diamonds earrings. The emeralds are arranged in the shape of a delicate design, surrounded by shimmering diamonds that add a touch of sophistication. ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 16.00 Ct Zambian Emeralds 5.60 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Unique and elegant Emeralds and Diamonds earrings. The emeralds are arranged in the shape of a delicate design, surrounded by shimmering diamonds that add a touch of sophistication. ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
IGL Certified 22.90 Ct Burma Rubies 7.50 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Unveilling a captivating Masterpiece. Prepare to be mesmerized as we present to you an earrings that embodies timeless elegance and sheer sophistication. Featuring with 2 pieces of o...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 9.75 Ct Zambia Emeralds Diamonds 1.67 Ct 18k Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite design handmade, so chic and elegant, for this earrings in 18k gold with four pear cut Zambia emeralds of 9,75 carats, fine quality, and baguettes and round brilliant cu...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k 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.
In the United States, ear piercing didn’t really become popular until the 1950s and ‘60s, but our desire for a dazzling pair of vintage earrings has deeper roots than that. In fact, wearing earrings actually goes back thousands of years, and you can find many tangible connections between now and then in how we continue to talk about these treasured accessories.
Women wore ornamental earrings — studs and hoops at the very least — in Ancient Egypt, which is home to mines that are among the earliest sources of emeralds in the world. Emerald earrings are highly prized today, and their quality lies in their rich, saturated color. The highest-quality emeralds are green or bluish-green. Earrings worn by the affluent in early Roman civilizations were set with precious stones such as diamonds and pearls, and a clean-looking pop of pearl on the front of the lobe is as timeless as ever. Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C.
Today, ear piercing is very popular all over the world, and, as a result, it is difficult to overstate how much everyone pines for a good pair of earrings — modernist drop earrings, glamorous Victorian hoops, geometrically complex chandelier earrings, you name it. Sure, jewelry trends and the fashion darlings of social media come and go, but earrings have a staying power that seems impenetrable: The still-strong love affair between British royals and Cartier earrings is more than a century old, glossy 1970s hoops from legacy houses such as Bulgari and Van Cleef & Arpels remain the statement makers they’ve always been and although people have been stacking earrings for many moons, the allure of an expertly mismatched stack of charms and studs still feels fresh and new.
While there is no shortage of modern earring designs to choose from, the classics, like coral earrings, Art Deco–style earrings and diamond drop earrings are still heavy hitters. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique, new and vintage earrings today.
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