18K Yellow Gold Classic Diamond Bangle with Natural Diamonds IdunnCollection
Located in Hong Kong, HK
• Metal: 18K Yellow Gold • Gemstones: Natural Diamonds • Total Diamond Weight: 0.33 ct (90 stones) • Diameter of bracelet: 1.8 inch - 2.3 inch Inspired by the essence of rene...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980S Diamond Ruby 18K Gold Detailed Bangle Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
This 1980S wide cuff bracelet MAde in Solid 18K yellow gold with genuine Rubies and Diamonds. The bracelet is decorated with precious stones Rubies, and diamonds set in a Triangle D...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Multi Shape Diamond Bangle Bracelet
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
4.18 carats of white diamonds illusion set into pear, oval and emerald cut shapes. Set in 18k gold For a 6 - 7 inch wrist A beautiful gift!
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vitolo 18K White Gold Diamond Cable Bangle with Black Diamond Accents
By Stefano Vitolo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted in 18K white gold, this sophisticated open bangle combines polished gold with intricate twisted cable detailing, accented with brilliant white and black diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Yellow Gold and Diamond Bangle, Circa 1980, Italy
Located in London, GB
This is an intricately made 18k yellow gold bangle which has been embellished with approximately 2 carats round cut diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Gold Identity Bangle Personalized
By Sundar Jewelry
Located in Kuwait, KW
The Identity Bangle is a personalized design crafted in solid 18K gold and made to order for each client.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Beauvince Sheena Diamond Bangles '10.59 ct Diamonds' in 18K Gold
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
They are a sweet and elegant pair. Total Diamond Weight: 10.59 ct No. of Diamonds: 552 Diamond Color: G - H Diamond Clarity: VS - SI (Very Slightly Included - Slightly Included) ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Rose Gold Classic Diamond Bangle with Natural Diamonds IdunnCollections
Located in Hong Kong, HK
• Metal: 18K Rose Gold • Gemstones: Natural Diamonds • Total Diamond Weight: 0.13 ct (60 stones) • Diameter of bracelet: 1.8 inch - 2.3 inch This rose gold bangle captures the...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Roberto Coin Venetian Princess Diamond 18K Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Roberto Coin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Roberto Coin Venetian Princess Bangle Brilliant Round Diamonds 6.8mm Wide 6.5 Inches Inside The Diamond Flower is 19.3 x 19.3mm 26.9 grams 18kt Rose & White Gold Excellent Condit...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
18K Rose Gold Slim Diamond Bangle with Natural Diamonds IdunnCollection
Located in Hong Kong, HK
• Metal: 18K Rose Gold • Gemstones: Natural Diamonds • Total Diamond Weight: 0.62 ct (80 stones) • Diameter of bracelet: 1.8 inch - 2.3 inch Inspired by renewal and grace, thi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Diamond Braided Bangle Bracelet Hinged in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Diamond Braided Bangle Bracelet Hinged in 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Bangle features two intertwining rows of Diamonds set with 7 larger Bezel set Diamonds on top half of bracelet all ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Slim Diamond Bangle with Natural Diamonds IdunnCollection
Located in Hong Kong, HK
• Metal: 18K Yellow Gold • Gemstones: Natural Diamonds • Total Diamond Weight: 0.57 ct (80 stones) • Diameter of bracelet: 1.8 inch - 2.3 inch Inspired by the essence of renew...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$60,000Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Bangle Bracelet, 2.2 Carats
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite Cartier bangle, masterfully crafted in 18-karat yellow gold. The piece showcases a sophisticated design adorned with brilliant-cut...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Italian Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Donut Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Italian-made 18K Yellow Gold Diamond “Donut” Style Bangle Bracelet designed with a strikingly smooth, rounded profile and a refined line of round brilliant cut diamonds totaling appr...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$22,000Sale Price|20% Off
Pavé Diamond Bangle Bracelet 4.65 Carats 18K White Gold
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
An elegant and substantial pavé diamond bangle crafted in solid 18K white gold, designed to deliver brilliance from every angle.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Slim Diamond Bangle with Natural Diamonds IdunnCollection
Located in Hong Kong, HK
• Metal: 18K White Gold • Gemstones: Natural Diamonds • Total Diamond Weight: 0.55 ct (80 stones) • Diameter of bracelet: 1.8 inch - 2.3 inch Inspired by the timeless beauty ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Captivating 1ct Natural Diamond Bangle in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Crafted in rich 18K yellow gold, this striking piece features 49 natural diamonds in a mix of shapes, creating a dynamic and eye-catching sparkle.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Turquoise & Diamond Open Bangle Bracelet 1.05Ctw 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This stunning open style bangle bracelet is well crafted in 18k white gold.
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
$17,500
Diamond & Gold Bangle
Located in New York, NY
Diamond & Gold Bangle 1 round cut bezel set diamond set in 18 karat yellow gold Approximate Diamond Weight: 1.09 Carats Circumference: 6.25" Gross Weight: 24.2 grams
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb, Platinum 18K Gold Enamel Diamond Bangle
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
This David Webb bracelet exemplifies the house’s bold modernism, combining sculptural yellow gold with crisp enamel panels and diamond-set zigzag motifs. Strong geometry meets graphi...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
18K Yellow Gold Twisted Bypass Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Sophisticated and timeless, this 18K yellow gold diamond bangle bracelet combines classic elegance with exceptional craftsmanship in a substantial gold design.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$38,416 / item
Emerald Cut Diamond 18K White Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover timeless elegance with our Emerald Cut Diamond 18K White Gold Bangle Bracelet, crafted to perfection for the discerning jewelry enthusiast.
18k Gold, White Gold
Exquisite 0.9ct Natural Diamonds Bangle in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Experience the allure of this captivating piece, expertly crafted from 18K white gold. Featuring 5 princess-cut natural diamonds with a total carat weight of 0.9ct, each diamond show...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian Amethyst and Diamond Pansy Bangle of 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A striking and sentiment-rich Victorian era bangle dating to 1880, centered with a beautifully rendered pansy motif set with rich purple amethyst and accented by sparkling diamonds, ...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold
18K White Gold Diamond Bangle — ≈1.00 ct, French Hallmark
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
A slim, elegant hinged bangle in warm 18K white gold, detailed with a narrow pavé of small round brilliant diamonds that catch the light along the front face.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$41,748 / item
Essence Baguette Diamond 18K White Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted with precision, this 18K gold bangle features natural diamonds, offering a captivating display of brilliance.
18k Gold, White Gold
$5,320Sale Price|20% Off
Sapphire and Diamond Bangle in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Sapphire and Diamond Bangle in 18k Yellow Gold This bangle is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features a hinged design accented with oval blue sapphires and round diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,440Sale Price|20% Off
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Hand Holding Pearl Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your accessory game with our exquisite 18k Yellow Gold Cuff Hand Bangle, a stunning piece that beautifully combines elegance and artistry.
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hermes Paris 18K Rose Gold Diamond Kelly Bangle Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Hermes Metal Type: 18K Rose Gold Length: 6.00 inches Width: 5.65 mm Weight: 24.56 grams One HERMES 18K rose gold diamond bangle bracelet.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1.29 Carat Diamond Snake Bangle Bracelet 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Diamond Snake Bangle Bracelet Crafted in luminous 18K white gold, this striking snake-inspired bangle showcases a total of approximately 1.29 carats of natural diamond...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
South Sea Pearl Three Diamonds Bangle Bracelet 0.10 Carat 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K White gold open bracelet featuring one South Sea Pearl measuring 11-12 mm and three diamonds weighing 0.10 Carats. Color G-H Clarity SI Pearls can be changed to Pink, Tahitian o...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Flexible 3.9 ct. Diamond Bangle, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A Flexible Diamond Bangle with 3.93 cts. of Diamonds made in 18k Yellow Gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Roberto Coin Wide Bangle Cuff 18k Gold With Diamonds
By Roberto Coin
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Designer Roberto Coin 18k two-tone gold and diamonds bangle featuring 1.00TCW round diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Diamond Bangle Bracelet, Modernist Design, Austria
Located in New York, NY
This 18-karat yellow gold smooth polished bangle bracelet, adorned with diamonds, is perfect for day-to-night wear. Made in Austria, the modernist design bangle features a concealed ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Diamond 18k White Gold Infinity Row Ribbon Bangle Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The smooth curve of the 18k white gold ribbon seamlessly intertwined creates a fluid and captivating design that gracefully encircles the wrist.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Jacques & Marcus Diamond Sapphire Ruby Bangle In 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
DETAILS Maker: Jacques & Marcus Period: 1900 Metal: 18K yellow gold Stones: Old mine-cut diamonds weighing approximately 2.0 carats total; sapphires weighing approximately 1.8 carats...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Black Diamond Pavé Bangle Bracelet, 17.70ctw in 18k Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Natural Black Diamond Pave Bangle Bracelet 17.70 ctw in 18k Gold Black Diamond Bangle Bracelet features seven rows of natural Round Black Diamonds, weighing 17.70 carats in total, p...
Black Diamond, 18k Gold
$23,522 / item
Lace Quixotic 18K White Gold Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Lace Quixotic 18K White Gold Diamond Bangle Bracelet is a stunning piece crafted in 18K white gold, featuring 2.70 carats of oval emeralds and fancy diamonds.
18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond and 18k White Gold Bangle Bracelet, 3.36 Carats Total
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous 18k white gold bangle features 3.36 carats of sparkling, natural white round diamonds set in an impressive row along the top of the bracelet.
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
$5,396Sale Price|35% Off
Handmade 18K Rose Gold Cuff Bangle with Champagne Diamonds
By THEVAULT15
Located in Boostedt, DE
This is an end-of-line clearance item. Only one remains. Embodying the perfect balance of sophistication and elegance, this exquisite cuff design features two drops in opposite dire...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18k Yellow Gold Brown Diamond Snake Bangle, 18.46 Carat
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Wrapped around your wrist, the 18k Yellow Gold Glam Snake Bangle unfurls a tale of opulence and allure.
Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby with Diamond Bangle set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 9.02 carats with Diamond 1.21 carats Bangle set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 1.1 cm Diameter: 5.4 cm Total Weight: 36.48 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was then...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Bangle set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 7.69 carats with Diamond 0.24 carat Bangle set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 1.1 cm Diameter: 5.5 cm Total Weight: 45.11 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was then ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Bangle set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 6.06 carats with Diamond 0.80 carat Bangle set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 0.7 cm Diameter: 5.5 cm Total Weight: 36.41 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was then ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Wavy Multi Color Diamond Pave Bangle
Located in Miami, FL
Details: Item Type: Bangle Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 30.43 Grams Fit: 7.5 Inch Wrist Stone Details: Gemstone: Diamonds Cut: Oval, Trillion, Pear, Round Color: Pink, Orange, B...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Wavebound Bangle with Natural Diamonds IdunnCollection
Located in Hong Kong, HK
• Metal: 18K Yellow Gold • Gemstones: Natural Diamonds • Total Diamond Weight: 0.46 ct (72 stones) • Diameter of bracelet: 1.8 inch - 2.3 inch Crafted for those who appreciat...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Rose Gold Wavebound Bangle with Natural Diamonds IdunnCollection
Located in Hong Kong, HK
• Metal: 18K Rose Gold • Gemstones: Natural Diamonds • Total Diamond Weight: 0.46 (72 stones) • Diameter of bracelet: 1.8 inch - 2.3 inch With 72 sparkling natural diamonds, ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18K White Gold Wavebound Bangle with Natural Diamonds IdunnCollection
Located in Hong Kong, HK
• Metal: 18K White Gold • Gemstones: Natural Diamonds • Total Diamond Weight: 0.48 ct (72stones) • Diameter of bracelet: 1.8 inch - 2.3 inch Designed for those who embrace b...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Bamboo Bangle with Natural Diamonds IdunnCollection
Located in Hong Kong, HK
• Metal: 18K White Gold • Gemstones: Natural Diamonds • Total Diamond Weight: 0.86ct (64 stones) • Diameter of bracelet: 1.8 inch - 2.3 inch A symbol of renewal and grace, thi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold Bamboo Bangle with Natural Diamonds IdunnCollection
Located in Hong Kong, HK
• Metal: 18K Yellow Gold • Gemstones: Natural Diamonds • Total Diamond Weight: 0.76ct (64 stones) • Diameter of bracelet: 1.8 inch - 2.3 inch A symbol of renewal and grace, th...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Black and White Diamond South Sea Pearl Bangle 0.12 Carat 18 Karat White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K white gold 16 Black diamonds 0.06 cts. 16 White diamonds 0.06 cts. South Sea Pearl 11mm
White Diamond, Black Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet, 1.95 Carats Total
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful bracelet features 1.95 carats of brilliant natural diamonds set in precious 18k yellow gold. These 80 sparkling round diamonds create a striking line down the center o...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Diamond Bangle Bracelet In 18k White Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Diamond Bangle Bracelet In 18k White Gold. This bangle is all the way around set with a single row of round brilliant cut diamonds.
Diamond, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold 3.80ctw Diamond Half Eternity Hinged Bangle Bracelet
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Length: 6.25 inches Width: 4.00 mm Weight: 14.24 grams Ladies 18K yellow gold, diamond bangle, hinged bracelet.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chanel 18K White Gold 0.36ct Diamond Bangle Bracelet CC03-051526
By Chanel
Located in Southampton, PA
This Chanel bangle bracelet will add polish to any ensemble. Diamonds with a total weight of 0.36 carats elevate the 18K White Gold setting, which comes to life thanks to a simple la...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Double Panther Diamond Pave Bangle Bracelet in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Double Panther Diamond Pave Bangle Bracelet in 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Panther Bracelet features two full body panthers facing each other pave set with Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tahitian Pearl Diamond Bangle Bracelet 0.12 Carats 11-12 MM 18 Karat White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat white gold bangle bracelet featuring 32 round brilliants weighing 0.12 carats and one grey Tahitian Cultured Pearl measuring 11-12 mm. Color G-H Clarity SI
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Classic Bangle : 6 Ct Diamonds in 18K Rose Gold
By ZIORO
Located in Paramus, NJ
Fashioned in lustrous 18K rose gold, this bangle showcases a classic design adorned with a profusion of brilliant diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Oval Diamond Bangle Bracelet 0.39 Ct in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
18K yellow gold oval bangle with round faceted diamonds weighing 0.39 carats total.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$8,063Sale Price|20% Off
Classic Bangle : 4.27 Ct Diamonds in 18K White Gold
By ZIORO
Located in Paramus, NJ
Material: The bangle is meticulously crafted from high-quality 18K white gold, known for its purity and brilliance.
Diamond, 18k 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.
Today, it would be tough to track down a jewelry lover who doesn’t have a stack of vintage bangles and other bracelets ready to go for any occasion.
People have worn bangles and other bracelets for centuries. Examples can be found in the wide range of personal adornments favored by the Ancient Egyptians, some of whom wore bracelets and armlets made of gold and flecked with gemstones such as lapis and turquoise.
Fashion has evolved over the years, but the popularity of bangles has remained the same. Jewelry makers have created cuffs in all manner of styles, and no matter what your taste, you can find antique and vintage diamond bangles, ruby bangles, emerald bangles and more to suit you and to pair with any of your favorite ensembles. And although “bracelets” and “bangles” are often used interchangeably, there is a difference between the two.
Bangles are solid, one-piece bands that are always characterized by their rigid ring shape. Today, they’re made of metal, plastic, wood or other materials. Because this cuff is a solid piece, you have to slide it over your hand. Bracelets, however, are flexible pieces. Whether they’re charm bracelets, link bracelets, beaded bracelets or another variety, you open and close a bracelet at its ends, where it locks around your wrist with a clasp.
Bracelets and bangles suit most anyone, and there’s a style of bangle for every occasion, whether you’ve opted for an Art Deco bangle, a Victorian-era bangle or another kind. And their versatility doesn’t end there. Jewelry lovers know that when it comes to bangle bracelets (and other kinds of bracelets), you never have to choose just one. Just as you might wear a vintage tennis bracelet by itself or pair it with other thin bracelets, you can opt for a simple pared-down look with a single bangle or go big and stack your sculptural modern bangles to deepen their impact or double up your classic gold bangles and pair them with a T-shirt and jeans or a comfortable cotton day dress.
Browse an extensive collection of vintage bangle bracelets and other bracelets on 1stDibs. Find extraordinary works by iconic jewelry houses such as Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and David Webb, or peruse the array of link bracelets, cuff bracelets and diamond bangle bracelets for innumerable accessorizing options.
This iconic jewel has captured countless hearts with its elegant design and its amatory symbolism. Counterfeiters have taken note of the demand and created fake versions. If you’re looking for a genuine Cartier Love bracelet, it’s crucial to check all the elements for authenticity. Our guide will teach you the telltale traits of a knockoff.
Mid-20th-century designer Andrew Grima upended tradition with his avant-garde aesthetic.
From cameos to cigar bands, here are the looks on our radar this season.
The decades-old design is one of the most sought-after pieces of jewelry in the world.
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Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.
The philanthropist and heiress was an avid jewelry collector, and her trove of Jean Schlumberger creations embodies the love of nature she shared with the famed designer.