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
Ruby with Diamond Elephant Necklace set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 12.72 carats with Diamond 0.55 carat Necklace set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 1.0 cm Length: 41.50 cm Total Weight: 64.64 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was the...
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
David Webb Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Link Chain Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Bold yet elegant necklace created by David Webb in the 1970s. Features two cabochon rubies accented with round diamonds set in yellow gold. The necklace comes apart and turns into tw...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
South Sea Pearl & Rubies & Diamonds 18K Gold Necklace
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Look no further than our exquisite South Sea pearls necklace with a STRIKING diamond and Rubies gems .
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k 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
AGL Certified 20.07 Carat Mozambique Ruby And Diamond Necklace In 18K White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
This unique vibrant Mozambique ruby and diamond necklace designed and crafted by Rewa jewels in 18 karat white gold. The necklace is studded with 40 pieces of Mozambique rubies weigh...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K & 18K Yellow Gold Oval Cabochon Natural Ruby & Diamond Necklace
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K and 18K yellow gold halo necklace with 14 round faceted natural diamonds weighing approximately 1.40 carats and one center oval cabochon natural ruby measuring 11x14mm.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$20,449Sale Price|20% Off
Stunning Ruby Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Necklace for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White 18K Gold Necklace With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva-based jewelry brand that creates modern jewelry masterpieces suitable for every...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Classic Ruby Butterfly Diamond Yellow 18K Gold Necklace for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Gold 18K Necklace Yellow Same Model with Saphires Avaliable Diamond 3-0,05 ct Ruby 50-0,62 ct Weight 3,64 grams Size 45 cm It is our honour to create fine jewelry, and it’s for ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
CARL BUCHERER necklace with ruby and brilliant cut diamond up to 2.50ct 18k gold
By Carl F. Bucherer
Located in The Hague, ZH
CARL BUCHERER - 18k yellow gold necklace with a ruby totaling 3.00ct and brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 2.50ct - F/G - VS/SI - 40 cm long detailed description: necklace is 40 cm...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique Moonstone Ruby Sapphire and Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Necklace Circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique Victorian 29.20 carat moonstone, 0.18 carat ruby, 0.20 carat sapphire and 0.40 carat diamond necklace in 18 karat yellow gold; part of our diverse antique moonston...
Diamond, Moonstone, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Cabochon Ruby with Diamond Necklace set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 32.28 carats with Diamond 9.10 carats Necklace set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 1.2 cm Length: 40.0 cm Total Weight: 61.38 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when i...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Victorian Ruby Diamond and Emerald Snake Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have an exquisitely hand crafted snake necklace taken from the Victorian era. The necklace is crafted in 18ct yellow gold and formed of articulated scale style links. The hea...
Ruby, 18k Gold
$195,000
Diamond Necklace with Rubies
Located in Geneva, CH
Necklace and earrings in 18kt white gold set with 2 oval cut rubies 0.53 ctss and 41 baguette cut diamonds 0.51 cts and 40 diamonds 0.28 cts
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 K Rose Gold White Shell & Fancy Diamonds Turtle Necklace
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18 K Rose Gold White Shell & Fancy Diamonds Turtle Necklace 40 Fancy Diamonds 0.26 CT 2 Rubies 0.01 CT 7 White Pearls 0.70 CT 18 K Rose Gold 5.10 GM The pearl meaning is center...
Diamond, Rose Gold
$10,104Sale Price|20% Off
Alternating Ruby and Diamond Collar Necklace, 15.67ct
Located in Houston, TX
This collar necklace is made in 18K white and yellow gold. It features 50 rubies weighing 9.87 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14.95 Carat Oval Cut Ruby and Diamond Tennis Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
An incredibly color-rich tennis necklace showcasing 14.95 carats total of 39 oval cut red rubies, each elegantly spaced by 195 round brilliant diamonds in flower shape setting weighi...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Rose Gold Square Cut Ruby and Round Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace 16.0-16.7
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K rose gold Rubies: 14 square cut= 0.97cttw Diamonds: 27 round cut= 0.22cttw Color: G Clarity: SI1 Length: the necklace measures 16.0-16.75” inches in l...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$49,520Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Heated Mozambique Ruby and Diamond Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By Tresor Collection
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Tresor Beautiful Necklace feature 56.60 total carats of Ruby & 2.19 carats of Diamond. The Necklace is an ode to the luxurious yet classic beauty with sparkly gemstones and feminine ...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Fancy Diamond & Ruby 18K Rose Gold Teddy Bear Pendant Necklace
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 3.50x1.50x0.90cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "214 Fancy Diamonds 3.33 CT 2 Ruby 0.07 CT 18KR 8.38 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Jewelry Our Jewel...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Red Ruby & Fancy Diamond 18K Rose Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 16.5"/18" Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "1 Fancy Diamonds 0.05 CT 10 Ruby 0.81 CT 18KR 3.27 GM (WDIT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Jewelry Our Jewelry Colle...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Classic Ruby Butterfly Diamond Yellow 18K Gold Necklace for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Gold 18K Necklace Yellow Same Model with Saphires Avaliable Diamond 3-0,05 ct Ruby 50-0,62 ct Weight 3,64 grams Size 45 cm It is our honour to create fine jewelry, and it’s for ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby with Black Diamond Necklace set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 39.62 carats with Black Diamond 10.10 carats Necklace set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 0.9 cm Length: 41.0 cm Total Weight: 50.04 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it ...
Black Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Lion Brown & White Diamond Ruby 18K Rose Gold Pendant Necklace
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: Lion measures 2.4x1.95cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "69 Brown Diamonds 0.58 CT 23 White Diamonds 0.15 CT 2 Ruby 0.06 CT 18KR 10.39 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Di...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Classic Ruby Butterfly Diamond Yellow 18K Gold Necklace for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Gold 18K Necklace Yellow Same Model with Saphires Avaliable Diamond 3-0,05 ct Ruby 50-0,62 ct Weight 3,64 grams Size 45 cm It is our honour to create fine jewelry, and it’s for ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
GRS Certified Burmese Ruby and White Diamond Necklace, 67. 14ct 18K White Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
GRS Certified Burma Ruby and Diamond Necklace in 18K White Gold — 43.64 Carats of Rubies, 23.50 Carats of Diamonds A jewel of cinematic beauty and timeless grandeur, this GRS-certif...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, W...
Classic Ruby Butterfly Diamond Yellow 18K Gold Necklace for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Gold 18K Necklace Yellow Same Model with Saphires Avaliable Diamond 3-0,05 ct Ruby 50-0,62 ct Weight 3,64 grams Size 45 cm It is our honour to create fine jewelry, and it’s for ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Ruby & Diamond Flower Pendant Necklace by Erica Courtney
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Make a breathtaking statement with Erica Courtney’s 18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Flower Pendant, featuring a spectacular 2.39-carat unheated oval ruby center surrounded by oval a...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
AGL Certified 34.81ct Burmese Ruby & Diamond Necklace in 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite necklace celebrates the timeless allure of Burmese rubies, showcasing thirty-three luminous oval gems with a combined weight of 34.81 carats.
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Carezza Ruby Diamond Tassel Necklace in 18k White Gold, 45.72ct
Located in New York, NY
Presenting the Carezza Ruby Diamond Tassel Necklace, a true symbol of elegance and luxury.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Art Nouveau Necklace with 34.74ct Ruby & Diamonds
Located in LA, CA
Item # 8248 18K White Gold Ruby & Diamond Necklace An exceptional high jewelry necklace featuring 34.74 carats of natural oval-shaped rubies, gracefully complemented by 16.36 c...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k gold Rosecut Diamond and Ruby String Necklace
Located in jaipur, IN
Rosecut diamond and ruby string gold 18k necklace Its very hard to capture the true color and luster of the stone, I have tried to add pictures which are taken professionally and b...
Ruby & Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Pendant in 18kt yellow gold set with 110 diamonds 1.45 cts and 137 rubies 6.24 cts
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k White Gold Emerald Cut Diamond and Briollete Ruby Pendant Necklace with GIA
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Featuring a mesmerizing 0.70 cts Emerald Cut Diamond, sourced from the pristine mines of South Africa, and a stunning 17.30 cts Briollete Faceted Ruby, originating from the vibrant g...
Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond, Sapphire and Cabochon Ruby Gold Link Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Diamond, Sapphire and Cabochon Ruby Gold Link Necklace This majestic 18K yellow gold link necklace is a symphony of opulence and sophistication, featuring an elegant arrangement of ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Diamond Flower Necklace with Rubies, Emeralds, and Sapphires
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
This show-stopping necklaces showcases 6 beautiful diamonds flowers with ruby, emerald, blue and yellow sapphire center stones set in 18 karat white gold. Measuring at about 16" long...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$28,360Sale Price|20% Off
Emerald Ruby Blue Sapphire and Diamond Wedding Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Multi Gemstone Necklace in 18K Gold studded with oval cut emerald, ruby, sapphire pieces and diamonds.
Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Y...
Ruby with Diamond Necklace set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 105.39 carats with Diamond 15.48 carats Necklace set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 5.0 cm Length: 41.0 cm Total Weight: 132.22 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when i...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Appraised 18kt White Gold Ruby and Diamond Necklace - 1.22ctw Pear Ruby, New
Located in West Hempstead, NY
Indulge in luxury with this stunning 18kt White Gold Ruby and Diamond Necklace. Featuring a magnificent 1.22 carat natural pear-shaped ruby and a sparkling 0.05 carat G VS1 natural r...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
KERN Pearl necklace with ruby and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.80ct 18k gold
By René Kern
Located in The Hague, ZH
KERN Pearl necklace with 18k white gold clasp and pendant set with a sapphire and brilliant-cut diamond, totaling approximately 0.80 ct F/G-VS/SI - length 40 cm Detailed description...
Ruby, Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold
Cabochon Ruby & Diamond Heart Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Cabochon Ruby & Diamond Heart Necklace A necklace featuring a large cabochon center ruby surrounded by baguette cut diamonds in a heart motif setting. The necklace links consist...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.55Ct Natural African Ruby and Diamond 18K Solid White Gold Cross Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1.55Ct Natural African Ruby and Diamond 18K Solid White Gold Cross Necklace Amazing looking piece!
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Appraised 18kt White Gold Ruby and Diamond Necklace - 1.22ctw Pear Ruby, New
Located in West Hempstead, NY
Indulge in luxury with this stunning 18kt White Gold Ruby and Diamond Necklace. Featuring a magnificent 1.22 carat natural pear-shaped ruby and a sparkling 0.05 carat G VS1 natural r...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Gold Sri Lankan Ruby Cts 0.42 with Diamond Accents Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Set in 18k gold weighing 4.66 grams. The chain glimmers with six bezel‑set round diamonds totaling 0.13 cts, leading the eye toward an oval motif formed by four marquise diamonds (...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
39.13 Carat Burma Pigeon Blood Ruby And Diamond Necklace In 18K Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant Burmese ruby and diamond necklace showcased by Rewa jewels is handcrafted in 18 karat white gold. The design was inspired to look like 2 riviera necklaces intertwined. Th...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.77 Carat Emerald Cut Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A fashionable pendant necklace showcasing a 0.77-carat emerald cut vibrant red color Ruby.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Carved Black Onyx Diamond Ruby Pendant Necklace With Pearls and 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Radiate opulence with the strikingly carved black onyx centerpiece, complemented by 17 freshwater pearls delicately encircling its elegance. Atop the onyx, a vibrant ruby weighing 0...
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,000Sale Price|50% Off
18K Gold 1.40ct Squared Ruby & 0.08ct Diamond Invisible Pendant
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
A beautiful and quality stylish pendant enhancer with invisible squared ruby set neatly with precision. Diamonds are bright and clear. Understated contemporary beauty of a piece of j...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$868Sale Price|20% Off
18K White Gold Rabbit with Carrot Black Diamond Ruby Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
This cross pendant is made in 18K white gold and features a rabbit shape pendant with 61 round cut, prong set black diamonds. With a round cut, bezel set 0.05ct ruby and a white gold...
Black Diamond, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Seven Hearts Shaped Ruby and Diamond Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Panther Link Chain
Located in Los Gatos, CA
This one-of-a-kind vintage necklace is composed of seven large heart-shaped cabochon rubies, possessing a stunningly fine and vibrant red color, referred to as 'pigeon blood red', wh...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Rose Gold Onyx & Ruby Tiger Necklace with Diamonds
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Rose Gold Onyx & Ruby Tiger Necklace with Diamonds 69 Diamonds - 0.57 CT 8 Onyx - 0.50 CT 2 Rubies - 0.08 CT 18K Rose Gold - 7.86 GM Radiant in rose gold, this captivating ...
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Rose Gold
Ruby Sapphire Emerald Diamond Vine Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
Crafted in 18K yellow gold, the intricate vine motif design in the center of the necklace showcases marquise-shaped gemstone leaves in Ruby, Emerald and Sapphire, weighing approximat...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.67 Carat Round Cut Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A Classic pendant necklace Set with a round ruby center stone accented by 76 accent brilliant diamonds in an open work design. The weight of diamonds and ruby is 1.03 carats and 0.71...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Beauvince Rosa Necklace (17.2 ct Ruby & Diamonds) in 18K White Gold
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Alternating between diamonds and rubies, the Rosa necklace is full of life and color.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Faberge Soler Cabot 18K Gold Pearl, Sapphire, Ruby & Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Fabergé
Located in Flushing, NY
An 18-karat yellow gold necklace composed of pearls measuring approximately 8.81–9.52 mm, accented by diamond-set gold spacers and sapphire-set elements. The central diamond-set plaq...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
GRS Certified Burmese Ruby and White Diamond Necklace, 67. 14ct 18K White Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
GRS Certified Burma Ruby and Diamond Necklace in 18K White Gold 43.64 Carats of Rubies, 23.50 Carats of Diamonds A jewel of cinematic beauty and timeless grandeur, this GRS-certifie...
Padparadscha Sapphire , Paraiba, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Ruby, White Di...
0.80ct Ruby And Diamond Baguette Cross In 18k Yellow Gold Necklace Pendant 4.1g.
Located in London, GB
0.80ct Ruby And Diamond Baguette Cross In 18k Yellow Gold Necklace Pendant 4.1g.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
0.90ct Ruby and diamonds cluster halo Pendant Necklace Chain in 18k white gold.
Located in London, GB
0.90ct Ruby and diamonds cluster halo Pendant Necklace Chain in 18k white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 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.
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.