Natural Ruby, Pink Sapphire & Diamond Necklace in 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made Necklace is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a pink sapphire, ruby and diamond gemstone.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Ruby, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Sapphire, Diamond, Ruby & Pearl Necklace
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A showstopping statement necklace crafted in 18 karat yellow gold, centered around an impressive 7.00-carat oval-cut sapphire framed by a halo of round brilliant diamonds. This luxur...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Italian 18K White Gold Ruby Diamond Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian 18 karat white gold necklace with a central cabochon ruby drop of 15 carat, with diamonds for a total of 2.4 carat and additional rubies for a total of 4.2 carat / Ma...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Necklace and Ruby with Diamond Pendant/Brooch in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond 1.20 carats Necklace set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 0.3 cm Length: 41.50 cm Ruby 3.22, Ruby 3.05 carats and Diamond 2.88 carats Brooch/Pendant set in 18K White Gol...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Necklace and pendant with ruby and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.30ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold necklace with a two-tone pendant set with ruby and brilliant-cut diamonds up to 0.30 ct - H/I - SI - 45 cm long Detailed description: The necklace is 45 cm long a...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Carved Jade Necklace with Diamonds and Ruby In 18k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Octagon shape this Carved Jade Necklace with Diamonds and Ruby around is a unique piece. This piece has a chain with diamond ruby motif with lobster clasp as closure. 18KT:0.32G DIA...
Diamond, Jade, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
18 K Rose Gold Abalone Shell Diamonds Octopus Pendant Necklace
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18 K Rose Gold Abalone Shell Diamonds Octopus Pendant Necklace 9 Abalone Shells 1.29 CT 60 Fancy Diamonds 0.45 CT 2 Rubies 0.25 CT 18 K Rose Gold 7.28 GM The Abalone Shell Represen...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Art Deco 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Bar Necklace.
Located in San Francisco, CA
WOW!!! I LOVE this Antique 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Necklace! Perfect on it's own, or stacked with other pieces, it really brings some antique drama to any outfit.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$39,120Sale Price / item|20% Off
20.5 Carat Ruby and Diamond Drop Necklace in 18K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
20.5 Carat Ruby and Diamond Drop Necklace in 18K Gold studded with leaf cut ruby.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$2,501Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 4 grams. Totally is diamond 0.55 ct. The diamond is has G color and vvs1-vs1 clarity. Totally is ruby 0.75 ct. Total lenght is chain 40 cm. Pl...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18k Yellow Gold Necklace with Cabochon Ruby Sapphire & Emeralds and Diamonds
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 18k Yellow Gold Gemstone Details: This necklace features Ruby, Sapphire, and Emeralds.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,983Sale Price|25% Off
New Made 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Caliber Cut Ruby Ballerina Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 4.9 grams. Totally is rose cut diamond 0.08 ct. Totally is brilliant cut diamond 0.09 ct. Totally is ruby 0.35 ct. Total lenght is chain 45 cm...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$6,318Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Drop Ruby Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 14.9 grams. Totally is diamond 3.20 ct. The diamond is has H-I color and s1-s2-s3 clarity. Totally is ruby 1.70 ct. Total lenght is chain 45 c...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$2,940Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Drop Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 6 grams. Totally is old cut diamond 0.75 ct. The diamond is has H color and vs-s1 clarity. Totally ruby is 3 ct. Totally lenght is chain 43 cm...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18K White Gold .06 CTW Diamond and .07 CT Ruby Cross Necklace
Located in Stuart, FL
18k white gold .06 CTW diamond and .07 CT ruby cross necklace.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby with Diamond Necklace set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 46.20 carats with Diamond 4.55 carats Necklace set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 1.2 cm Length: 40.0 cm Total Weight: 54.75 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was the...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby and White Diamond Emerald Cut Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Absolutely stunning 41.23 ct. ruby emerald cuts with 14.14 ct. white diamond emerald cuts. Total of 100 stones, 50 of each. Handmade in 18k yellow and white gold. Length is 15.75".
White Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
16.25 Carat Ruby & Diamond 18K White Cascade Link Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
18K White Gold cascade necklace featuring alternating sections of channel-set rubies totaling 13 carats and pave-set diamonds totaling 3.25 carats in dynamic zigzag link design.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sapphires, Ruby, Tsavorite and Diamond Butterfly Necklace in 18k White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Blue Sapphire 3.61 carats, Yellow Sapphire 2.25 carats, Purple Sapphire 1.19 carats, Pink Sapphire 1.79 carats, Ruby 0.49 carat, Tsavorite 1.03 carats and Diamond 4.19 carats Necklac...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Heart Shaped Ruby Pendant and Diamond and Ruby Station Necklace
Located in Denver, CO
Handcrafted in 18K blackened gold. The diamonds total 0.30 carats and the rubies total 3.50 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$1,974Sale Price|25% Off
18k Gold Natural Diamond And Baguette Cut Ruby Decorated Two Face Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.5 grams. Totally is diamond 0.55 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vs clarity. Totally is ruby 0.30 ct. Total lenght is chain 45 cm. Plea...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
White Gold Ruby and Diamond Fringe Necklace
Located in New York, NY
White Gold Ruby and Diamond Fringe Necklace Description: This elegant fringe necklace is crafted in 18k white gold and features a delicate, lace-like lattice design.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Style 18K White Gold Onyx, Diamond, and Ruby Drop Necklace
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Strikingly elegant with a bold vintage flair, this Art Deco–inspired necklace is crafted in 18K white gold and showcases a dramatic interplay of onyx, diamonds, and ruby.
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming Art Deco necklace showcasing a fabulous open design with interlocking ovals. One oval is adorned with square calibrated rubies showcasing a rich red colour wi...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Rubellite Ruby Diamond 18k Rose Gold Pendant Necklace
By Claris-A
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Claris-A offers this rubellite, ruby and diamond pendant necklace in 18k rose gold, centered by a rubellite framed within a radiating surround of round rubies and diamonds.
Diamond, Rubelite, Ruby, Rose Gold
$2,325Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 8.3 grams. Totally is diamond 0.35 ct. The diamond is has G color and vvs1-vs1 clarity. Totally is ruby 0.45 ct. Total lenght is chain 45 cm...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
0.92 Carat Flower Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A fashionable pendant necklace showcasing 0.92-carat rubies. The 6 rubies are surrounded by a row of 25 brilliant-cut round diamonds weighing 0.16 carats in total.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.92 Carat Flower Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A fashionable pendant necklace showcasing 0.92-carat rubies. The 6 rubies are surrounded by a row of 25 brilliant-cut round diamonds weighing 0.16 carats in total.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold
Unique necklace with diamonds ruby and enamel in 18k yellow gold
Located in Berlin, BE
Adorning this beautiful necklace is a luscious red ruby, brilliantly cut in a captivating shape, accompanied by four diamonds that further enhance its allure.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Ruby and Diamond V-Shaped Collar Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Ruby and Diamond V-Shaped Collar Necklace Description: This collar necklace is crafted in solid 18k white gold and features a structured, graduating V-shaped design.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold Cross Pendant with Diamonds and Rubies with 14" Necklace.
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
18k White Gold Cross Pendant with Diamonds and Rubies with 14" Necklace.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Cartier Exceptional Ruby and Diamond High Jewelry Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Magnificent Cartier ruby and diamond necklace features 22 carats of dazzling diamonds and over 10 carats of vivid red rubies all set in 18 karat yellow gold. This vintage creation fr...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Cultured Pearl Necklace with Emerald, Ruby and Diamond Enhancers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This exquisite pearl necklace features lustrous white pearls interspersed with small ruby gemstones, culminating in a striking central pendant adorned with a vibrant green emerald fl...
Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chicks Necklace with Diamonds & Rubies in 18k Yellow Gold
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Chicks Necklace with Diamonds & Rubies in 18K Yellow Gold 31 Diamonds 0.14 CT 196 Fancy Diamonds 1.62CT 4 Bubies 0.05 CT 18 K Yellow Gold 7.84 GM Cute little animals always mak...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fancy Diamond & Ruby 18K Rose Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
16.5"/18" 18K Rose Gold 75 Fancy Diamonds 0.38 CT 10 Ruby 0.53 CT 18KR 6.29 GM (WDTT) 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Jewelry Our Jewelry Collections celebrate artistry, imag...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Ruby & Fancy Diamond 18K Rose Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 16.5"/18" Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "15 Fancy Diamonds 0.20 CT 6 Ruby 0.15 CT 18KR 4.32 GM (WDTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Jewelry Our Jewelry Colle...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$14,400Sale Price|20% Off
Chimento Sapphire Emerald Ruby Diamond 18K Gold Pendant Necklace
By Chimento
Located in Chicago, IL
Two ruby accents introduce a refined touch of red, enhancing the overall chromatic harmony of sapphire, emerald, ruby, and diamond.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Artisan Sliced Geode Necklace With Ruby Sapphire and Diamond 18K White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
This one-of-a-kind necklace by Artisan highlights a stunning 79.12ct natural geode centerpiece, framed by 2.63ct rubies, 0.75ct sapphires, and 0.43ct sparkling diamonds, all set in 9...
Ruby, Geode, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Papillon Ruby Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
This exquisite pendant necklace features 0.55 carats of round white diamonds with VVS2 clarity and D color grade, enhanced by a 0.22-carat marquise-cut red ruby.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Lion Fancy Diamond Ruby 18K Rose Gold Pendant Necklace
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 16.5"/18" Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "54 Fancy Diamonds 0.44 CT 2 Ruby 0.03 CT 18KR 10.04 GM (WDTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Animal & Fantasy Jewelry...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Carved Opal 4.80ct Ruby and Diamond Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive vintage carved opal, 4.80 carat ruby and 0.05 carat diamond, 18k yellow gold necklace - boxed; part of our diverse collection of vintage necklaces.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian diamond ruby pearl 18k yellow gold platinum necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This delicate Edwardian necklace showcases an elegant composition of 21 rose cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.05 carat, offering a soft, shimmering brilliance with H color and S...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$3,993Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Sapphire Emerald Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 9.1 grams. Totally is diamond 1 ct. The diamond is has H color and vvs1-vs1 clarity. Totally is emerald ruby and sapphire 3.50 ct. Total lengh...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
0.72 Carat round shape Ruby and Diamond Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A simple and classic necklace showcasing 5 round-shaped rubies weighing 0.72 carats and 62 round diamonds weighing 0.63 carats, made in 18 karat white gold. Style is available in di...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18k Gold Ruby, Diamond & Pearl Bow Necklace Choker
Located in London, GB
The 'bow' of the necklace is embellished with fine round brilliant cut diamonds and 'emerald-cut' rubies accenting in between.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
$176,000Sale Price|20% Off
David Webb Platinum & 18K Gold Emerald Ruby Diamond Necklace and Earclips Suite
By David Webb
Located in Chicago, IL
It features prominent cabochon emeralds and rubies, each framed and accented by round brilliant cut diamonds, creating a striking contrast between saturated color and crisp brilliance.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Pearl and White Diamond Bead Necklace in 18K Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous emerald, ruby, and blue sapphire beads with white pearls and white diamond rounds. Handmade in 18k white and yellow gold. Length is 17.25".
White Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$1,401Sale Price|20% Off
18K Rose Gold Rubies with Diamonds Round Pendant Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
This pendant necklace is made in 18K rose gold. It features a disc shape pendant encrusted with 19 round cut, pave' set rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Gorgeous Burmese Ruby and Diamond Necklace in Platinum and 18 Karat Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
This exceptional necklace in 18 karat gold and platinum 950 is set with 91 untreated round and oval shaped Burma rubies of vivid pink-red colour, total weight approximately 15.00 car...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
IGI Certified 3.01 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 3.01 Carat Ruby Diamond Necklace 18K Gold This necklace centers a 2.81 carat natural ruby, complemented by diamond accents, for a total gemstone weight of 3.01 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
IGI Certified 4.18 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 4.18 Carat Ruby Diamond Necklace 18K Gold This necklace centers a 3.60 carat natural ruby red, complemented by diamond accents, for a total gemstone weight of 4.18 cara...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
18K Rose Gold Crab Diamond Pendant Necklace with Rubies and Abalone Shell
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Rose Gold Crab Diamond Pendant Necklace with Rubies Length: 16.5"/18" 7 Abalone Shells - 0.51 CT 18 Colored Diamonds - 0.17 CT 2 Rubies - 0.03 CT 18K Rose Gold - 5.56 GM Crab i...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Certified 31.96 Carat Oval Cut BURMA Rubies and Diamond Necklace in 18K Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The piece is intricately crafted and accentuated by a combination of brilliant round diamonds, set in a durable 18k white gold. The necklace contains 29 rubies with a total weight of...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Carl F. Bucherer 18k Gold Necklace, 3.00ct Ruby & 2.50ct Diamonds
By Carl F. Bucherer
Located in The Hague, ZH
CARL BUCHERER - 18k yellow gold necklace with a ruby up to 3.00 ct and brilliant-cut diamonds up to 2.50 ct - F/G - VS/SI - 40 cm long Detailed description: The necklace is 40 cm...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Sapphire, Ruby, Diamond Father, Mother and Child Necklace Set 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Blue Sapphire 3.53 carats, Ruby 3.72 carats with Diamond 0.79 carat Necklace set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 2.5 cm Length: 37.0 cm Total Weight: 20.26 grams "We first...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sophia D. 18K White Gold Necklace with Oval Cut Ruby and Diamonds
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
This elegant necklace features a stunning oval-cut ruby, weighing approximately 24.99 carats, set in 18K white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
David Webb Turquoise, Ruby, and Diamond Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Details: Brand: David Webb Metal: 18K White Gold Gemstones: Cabochon turquoise 20CT Cabochon rubies 56.99CT Round brilliant-cut diamonds, approximately 10.37CT Design: Statement nec...
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, 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.
We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.
Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers.
In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs.
For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone.
Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt.
On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
If jewelry could talk, we know this piece would have good stories.
Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.
With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.
Learn more about the stylish links that have passed the test of time.
After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.