Roberto Coin Elefantino Flex Heart with Diamonds
By Roberto Coin
Located in Bethesda, MD
Discover timeless elegance with this exquisite Roberto Coin Diamond Elefantino Heart Pendant. Crafted in luxurious 18kt yellow and white gold, this stunning piece features 52 sparkli...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Gabriella Rivalta 18k Gold Choker Necklace with Enamel Rose & Pearls
Located in Perugia, IT
This romantic choker featuring a rose is an exclusive design by Gabriella Rivalta. Small pink tourmalines and cultured pearls with subtle pinkish hues are strung along the delicate 1...
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Tourmaline, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
18K White Gold Flexy Diamond Pendant with Sapphire Flowers
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Flexy Diamonds Pendant with Sapphire Flowers, 18 Karat White Gold, Signed Pretty Diamonds, around 2000 An exceptional and highly distinctive diamond pendant, masterfully crafted in...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Important Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in Geneva, CH
Diamond Cross Pendant in silver 925, diamond (not tested) and colored stones. Length: 6.50 centimeters. Width: 3.60 centimeters. Weight: 12.49 grams.
Diamond, Silver
Chiampesan 18K White Gold Three-Row Diamond Collar Necklace 0.20 Carats
By Chiampesan
Located in Coral Gables, FL
A striking example of contemporary Italian luxury, this Chiampesan 18K white gold three-row collar necklace showcases bold design, exceptional craftsmanship, and refined diamond acce...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Gold Butterfly design Clasp
Located in Geneva, CH
Diamond and yellow/white Gold Clasp designed as a stylized butterfly adaptable for necklace and bracelet. Total length: approx. 3.00 centimeters. Total width: approx. 3.20 centimete...
Diamond, Gold
Pedro Boregaard 18KY Platinum Diamond Egg Pendant
By Pedro Boregaard
Located in Cincinnati, OH
By designer Pedro Boregaard in New York, this pendant is egg-ceptional! 18 karat yellow brushed gold egg; approximately 11mm wide and 21mm long. Designed "crack in egg" has 14 roun...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
18K Gold Diamond Circle Pendant Modern Design, USA
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This elegant 18K Diamond pendant features a circular medallion design with intricate open work detailing. The pendant showcases a double-layered round frame, with the outer halo pave...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$715Sale Price|20% Off
14 Karat 2-Tone Diamond Cross and Chain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k yellow gold cross with a 14k white gold insert cross with 16 round full cut diamonds of very fine quality weighing .50pts. on a 16 inch link chain.
Diamond
White Gold 18 Karat Rigid Necklace - Micheletto
By Vanessa Drumond
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Description: An exceptional creation from the Comma collection, this white gold rigid necklace is designed to perfectly contour the female neck. The half-round hollow rod constructio...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Important 21.70 Carat Colombian Emerald Tassel Sautoir Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Important 21.70 ct ct Colombian Emerald Tassel Sautoir Necklace Set with a very fine 21.7 ct. Round Emerald. Accompanied with a certificate from AGL Laboratory that the emerald is C...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Cultured Pearl
Necklace Flexible Belt in 18 Carat White Gold Multi-Color Sapphires for 80 kt
Located in Paris, FR
Necklace Flexible Belt in 18 carat White Gold setting 80 Carats of multicolored Pink, Yellow and Blue Sapphires in 3 Rows and 2.38 Carats of Diamonds. The End of the Belt separates i...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Go...
Louis Fiessler 18k Rose Gold Link Necklace
By Louis Fiessler
Located in Cincinnati, OH
By designer Louis Fiessler, this heavy, solid rose gold link necklace will be an awesome addition to anyone's jewelry collection! 18 karat rose gold oval links, each approximately 22...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
14K White Gold Natural Sapphire & Diamond Circle Pendant Brooch Estate
Located in Carmel By The Sea, CA
This item is offered on consignment on behalf of a client; all serious and reasonable offers are presented for consideration, and I work diligently to achieve a mutually agreeable ou...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
925 Sterling Silver & Diamond (black & white) Knot Motif Set: Pendant & Earrings
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This delightful set is comprised of: Pendant: Designed as a knot, decorated with black & white diamonds, well-matched, pave set mounted in 925 Sterling Silver Height: 20mm ...
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Double Drop Moonstone Pendant w/Diamonds and Sapphires 18K
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This enchanting double-drop pendant necklace showcases a dreamy, ethereal quality with two luminous cabochon moonstones suspended from a delicate white gold chain. The upper stone fe...
Diamond, Moonstone, Sapphire, 18k Gold
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Cross
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k white gold diamond cross with 16 round full cut diamonds weighing .15pts. of nice quality on a 16 inch link chain.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Modern Yellow Gold 4 Carat Natural Diamond & Multicolor Statement Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A 16.5k yellow gold magnificent multicolor and natural diamond pendant of exceptional artistry, set with approximately 285 stones in a dazzling array of shapes and colors. Nearly eve...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
18 Carat White Gold Drop Pendant with Diamonds and Its Chain Paved with Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
18 Carat white Gold Drop Pendant with Diamonds and its Chain paved with Diamonds. There is 4 Carats of Diamonds on this jewel. Eagle Head Hallmark for 18 carat gold and 750 hallmark...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Genuine Estate 260 Carat Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Diamond & Sapphire Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
A regal double estate layered 21 inch long handcrafted necklace with extremely rare and pure Sleeping Beauty Turquoises. This necklace features genuine high grade turquoises from the...
Diamond, Turquoise, Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapph...
Retro Gold 1.5 Carat Natural Colorless Diamond Heart Shape Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful heart-shaped pendant crafted in 14K yellow & white gold, set with approximately 50 natural round brilliant colorless diamonds totaling 1.50 carats. Pendant measures 25 mm x...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
David Webb Rock Crystal Coral and Onyx Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Rock Crystal Coral and Onyx Necklace A sautoir necklace featuring round links of rock crystal, oval links of onyx and carved coral beads. Measurements: 27" long Signed ...
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Platinum
18 Karat Yellow and Black Gold South Sea Pearl Pendant
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This pendant features a south sea pearl, south sea pearl is surrounded by 0.16 carat of white round diamond. Diamonds are set in a ribbon on top of the south sea pearl. Assented wit...
Diamond, Garnet, South Sea Pearl, Green Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
14k White Gold Tanzanite and Diamond Halo Pendant
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Metal Type: 14K White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 1.3 grams Tanzanite Details: 1.00ct, Natural, Purple, Oval Cut Diamond Details: .30 ct, total weight, G-H Co...
Diamond, Tanzanite, White Gold
18KT White Gold 3.25Ct Diamond Cushion Shaped Pendant
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
This 18 karat white gold and diamond pendant is designed in a cushion shape, which has been beautifully pave set with 3.25 carats of diamonds. The cushion shaped pendant is convex, g...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,400Sale Price|20% Off
Thalia and Melpomene 10K Gold Theatre Face Diamond Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
Thalia and Melpomene motif inspired theatre face gold and diamond pendant. Made in 10 karat solid gold with 4 carats in natural round cut diamonds. ✔ Metal: 10 Karat Gold (solid) ✔...
Diamond, 10k Gold
Cartier Diamond White Gold 18K Cross Pendant Charm
By Cartier
Located in Geneva, CH
Cartier Diamond on White Gold 18K Cross Pendant Charm. Signed Cartier, numbered and marked. Original Cartier certificate. Pendant's Height: 25.00 millimeters including pendant ring....
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Turquoise Diamonds Emeralds 18 Carat Yellow Gold Pendant
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
A magnificent blend of vibrant color and dazzling brilliance, this handcrafted pendant is a true masterpiece of artisan goldsmithing. Featuring a striking geometric cluster design, ...
Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k White Gold Happy Kitty Plaque Pendant Necklace Large 25" Chain
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous, Huge Happy Kitty Plaque Pendant Features Pave Diamonds and Colored Gemstones Dimensions of Pendant = 53 mm Wide (Whisker to Whisker) x 38 mm Long Includes 25" 18k White Gol...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Estate 14K White Gold Large Oval Kunzite & Diamond Pendant 15.70ctw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A striking contemporary pendant crafted in 14 karat white gold and centered by an impressive natural oval-cut kunzite weighing approximately 15 carats. Measuring 17.21 x 14.35 x 10.0...
Diamond, Kunzite, 14k Gold, White Gold
Adler Diamond and Pink Purple Sapphire on Titanium and Gold Pendant
By Adler
Located in Geneva, CH
Adler Diamond and Pink Purple Sapphire on Titanium and Gold Pendant. Signed Adler. Total height: 1.97 inches (5.00 centimeters). Width at maximum: 0.98 inch (2.50 centimeters).
Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, Titanium
Rigid Choker in 18 Karat Gold with Central White Diamond - Micheletto
By Roberta Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Enhance your elegance with this exquisite rigid choker crafted from 18 karat yellow gold, featuring white gold accents and adorned with shimmering white diamonds at its center. Feat...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Hungarian 29.50 Carat Aquamarine and Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive contemporary Hungarian 29.50 carat aquamarine and 0.13 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow gold pendant; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jew...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Contemporary 14K White Gold Three Stone Fancy Shape Tanzanite Diamond Pendant
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A beautifully designed triple-drop pendant crafted in 14K white gold and set with approximately 3.75 carats total weight of natural tanzanites. The pendant features a striking combi...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold
Abstract Garnet and Diamond Platinum Pendant and Chain
Located in London, GB
This lovely hand made necklace features an abstract loop platinum pendant, set with a pear shaped and an oval dark red garnet, coming to a combined approximate weight of 5.16 carats ...
Diamond, Garnet, Platinum
Rigid Collier in Yellow Gold, Blazed by White Parts and Diamonds - Micheletto
By Roberta Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
This elegant collier is expertly designed with an oval shape to perfectly fit the neckline of a woman's neck. Crafted with precision, the collier features an oval barrel design that ...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
$4,917Sale Price|20% Off
Contemporary 18K White Gold Natural Coral Emerald & Diamond Pendant
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Exquisite Coral, Emerald, and Diamond Pendant in 18k White Gold Discover a masterpiece of color and light with this exquisite pendant. Meticulously crafted in luxurious 18k white gol...
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rhapsody AAAA OVAL Tanzanite E-F VS Baguettes Diamonds 3.45ctw Platinum Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Rhapsody AAAA 3.45ctw Oval Tanzanite & E-F VS Double Halo Diamonds 950 Platinum Pendant Discover a piece of unparalleled artistry with this exquisite Rhapsody* pendant. Part of the ...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum
Lunar Collection Set in Yellow 18 Karat Gold and Diamonds
By Roberta Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Let yourself be enchanted by the radiant elegance of the Lunar Collection, a sophisticated set crafted in 18kt yellow gold and enhanced by the luminous charm of white gold moons set...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Contemporary French 1.02 Carat Diamond and White Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of diamond jewellery/estate jewelry. Diamond Quality Color G Clarity SI1 Cut Pear Content 1....
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Edwardian Reproduction Pendant Pin Brooch Large Circle with Diamonds
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pendant/Brooch pin Vintage Edwardian Style Impressive Large Circle Can be used either way 18k White Gold approx 16 grams Natural Diamonds approx 3.0 carat Diameter size approx 1.5...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Platinum Certified 3.85 Carat Natural Diamond & Pink Sapphire Thai Ruby Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A magnificent Platinum Certified 3.85 Carat Natural Diamond & Pink Sapphire Thai Ruby Pendant. The certified centerstone is a 3.25 carat Cushion Shape Natural (Untreated) Pink Sapph...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Retro White Gold Natural Australian Baroque South Sea Pearl & Diamond Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant retro white gold pendant set with a natural white Australian South Sea baroque pearl displaying excellent luster. The pearl measures approximately 25 mm in length and 17 mm i...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
14K White Gold Diamond Slide Pendant, 0.75ctw, Contemporary Design
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This 14-karat white gold diamond slide pendant is a stunning piece that showcases exquisite craftsmanship with its pave-set diamonds and milgrain detailing. Its elegant triangular sh...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond and sapphire encrusted 'bubble' pendant part of a set with ring
Located in London, GB
This delightful pendant in the shape of a cluster of bubbles consists of exactly 5.70 carats of white and black diamonds and 10.60 carats of coloured sapphires. The weights are engra...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
18.50 Carat Natural Diamond and Sapphire 18K Yellow Gold Leopard Choker
Located in Miami, FL
Diamond, sapphire, and 18K yellow gold spring-loaded choker necklace in a Cartier style with two leopards in a relaxed pose. This necklace features 120 natural diamonds of VS1 clarit...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Large 5.13 Karat Emerald Pendant and Diamonds on 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Paris, FR
18 Karat White Gold Pendant, large Emerald pearl cut 5.13 carats and Diamonds for 1.7 carats Pendant setting two Rows of Diamonds retained by an articulated Bail set with Diamonds fo...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
CHAUMET Liens heart pendant in white gold and diamonds
By Chaumet
Located in PARIS, FR
CHAUMET Liens heart pendant, large model, in 18k white gold and diamonds. Condition: excellent. Dimensions: 2.7 × 2.5 cm. Diamond weight: 0.20 carats Total weight: 11.03 grams. Hallm...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cabochon 13.02 carat Rubelite Diamond Heart and Ribbon Pendant with Chain
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This captivating pendant exudes unparalleled sophistication and grace. The centerpiece is a breathtaking 13.02 carat Cabochon Rubelite heart, its deep crimson hue a mesmerizing focal...
Diamond, Rubelite, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold Diamond Turtle Pendant/Brooch, Retro Style, USA
Located in Palm Desert, CA
18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Turtle Pendant/Brooch. This adorable little fellow has a moveable head, tail, and legs. Brilliant-cut diamonds adorn the shell, legs, and head of the tur...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
17.00 Carat Diamonds Saint Michael 14 Karat Gold Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
Fully iced out Custom 17 Carat Diamonds Saint Michael 14k Gold Pendant. The pendant measures 3 inches tall by 2 inches wide. Approx 17 carat of diamonds. The pendant is very heavy we...
Diamond, 14k Gold
0.29 Carat Baguette Bar Chain Necklace 14 Karat White Gold
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Bar Necklace that sits pretty perfect! It has 4 Baguette Cut Diamonds that weigh 0.13 Carats and 12 Round Cut Diamonds that weigh 0.16 Carats. The total carat weight is 0...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.29 Carat Baguette Bar Chain Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Bar Necklace that sits pretty perfect! It has 4 Baguette Cut Diamonds that weigh 0.13 Carats and 12 Round Cut Diamonds that weigh 0.16 Carats. The total carat weight is 0...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.29 Carat Baguette Bar Chain Necklace 14 Karat Rose Gold
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Bar Necklace that sits pretty perfect! It has 4 Baguette Cut Diamonds that weigh 0.13 Carats and 12 Round Cut Diamonds that weigh 0.16 Carats. The total carat weight is 0...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Modern Yellow Gold 7 Carat Natural Green Tourmaline & Diamond Gem Stone Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Modern 18k Yellow Gold APPROXIMATELY 7 Carat Natural Green Tourmaline & Diamond Gemstone Pendant. The Deep Green centerstone is a Natural Tourmaline measuring 23.5x6x4.5mm. The app...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold
Cartier 1895 Diamond 0.23ct Round Brilliant Cut Pendant and Chain White Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A Cartier 1895 diamond 0.23ct round brilliant cut pendant and chain 18 karat white gold. This pendant is designed as a single round brilliant cut diamond claw set within the signatu...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18KT Yellow Gold Baby Shoe Light Blue/White Enamel & 0.12Ct Diamond Bow
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
The Absolute Perfect Gift for Mom" This 18 karat yellow gold bootie shoe charm is designed with light blue and white enamel. The shoe is further enhanced with a bow set with .12 car...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
18KT Yellow Gold Baby Shoe White/Light Blue Enamel & 0.12Ct. Diamond Bow
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
The Absolute Perfect Gift for Mom" This 18 karat yellow gold bootie shoe charm is designed with white / light blue enamel. The shoe is further enhanced with a bow set with .12 carat...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Cartier Délices de Goa Pendant in 18K Gold with Turquoises, Amethysts & Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
Cartier ‘Délices de Goa' pendant decorated with turquoises and amethysts three of which are enriched with brilliant cut diamonds. The Cartier's Les Delices de Goa collection was re...
Amethyst, Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k White Gold Semi-Precious Gemstone Cabochon Necklace and Bracelet
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous Matching Necklace and Bracelet Features Cabochon-Cut Semi-Precious Gemstones in Prong Settings with Diamond Accents Feature Chalcedony, Rose Quartz, and Tourmaline Colored S...
Chalcedony, Quartz, Tourmaline, 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.
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.
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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.