18KW Diamond "Harp" Pendant
By Gregg Ruth
Located in Cincinnati, OH
True to Gregg Ruth designs, this harp has a lot of special details and sparkles brightly. 18 karat white gold. Harp and bail have diamonds throughout. Harp has a decorative leaf desi...
Diamond, 18k Gold
H. Stern Filaments Collection 18KY Gold Choker Necklace & Bracelet set, 85 Gm
Located in New York, NY
Designer H. Stern Filaments Collection 18KY Gold Choker Necklace & Bracelet set, 85 Gm Choker Necklace and matching bracelet Not a bangle, not a cuff, not a link bracelet. This f...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Cellini 18 Karat Gold, 149.5 Carat Rainbow Sapphire and Diamond 3-Row Necklace
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
Make a statement wearing this three-row rainbow sapphire necklace. Composed of 149.5 carats of multi-color oval-cut sapphires and accented with 2.07 carats of round brilliant diamond...
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow ...
Art Deco Style 17.80 Ct Natural Aquamarine Diamond Drop Pendant 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
This beautiful Art Deco Style Aquamarine & Diamond drop pendant has been hand crafted of solid 18 KT gold in a classy, timeless design – matched with a 18 Kt solid gold chain which s...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold
18 Carat Yellow Gold Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in London, GB
This beautiful and classic cross pendant features 17 fine quality round brilliant cut diamonds with a total approximate combined weight of 1.50ct, all channel set in a 18 carat yello...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Signature X Collar Necklace in White Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A classic Tiffany & Co. necklace, featuring the signature X design with diamonds weighing 1.03 carats total. Finely made with 18K white gold, 16.5 inches in length. Circa 2003. ...
White Gold, 18k Gold
Modern 16.20 Carat Diamonds Gold Choker 9mm Miami Cuban Link Chain
Located in Miami, FL
Modern 16.20 Carat Diamonds 9mm Wide Cuban Link Choker Chain. This handmade Miami Cuban link chain includes approx 1200 diamonds totaling approx weight 16.20 carat. The chain is heav...
Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
14K Yellow Gold Art Deco Pendant with Freshwater Pearl & Diamonds
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Crafted in 14K yellow gold, this sophisticated slider pendant features a lustrous 7.5mm cream-colored freshwater pearl as its centerpiece, exuding timeless elegance. Accentuating its...
Freshwater Pearl
Men's 14 Carat Total Weight Diamonds Rose Gold Tennis Chain 27 Inches
Located in Miami, FL
Modern 14 Carat Diamonds Rose Gold Tennis Chain 27 Inch. There are approx 254 diamonds totaling 14 carats in Weight. The Diamonds quality is G/SI and weights 33.7 grams solid 14k ros...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Fabergé Egg-Silhouette Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Orange and Yellow Enamel
By Fabergé
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Fabergé Limited Edition Egg-Silhouette Pendant Necklace in 18k Yellow and White Gold With Orange and Yellow Translucent Guilloche Vitreous Enamel and Diamonds A refined Fabergé pend...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage Cartier ‘C de Cartier’ Diamond Pendant and Chain 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A vintage Cartier ‘C de Cartier’ diamond pendant and chain 18 karat yellow gold, circa 2000. This elegant pendant is designed as a single round brilliant cut diamond tension set wit...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Rare 60 Carat Heart Brilliant Purple-Pink Kunzite Diamond Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
A Breathtakingly Striking HANDMADE 14k White Gold Pendant with Beautiful Heart Cut Kunzite in Purple-Pink color! The GEM is 60.58CT and measures 23.96x29.47x15.26mm! This Stone will...
Diamond, Kunzite, 14k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari Colored Sapphire and Diamond Flower Suite, 2005
By Bulgari
Located in Weston, MA
Bulgari has long approached colored gemstones with an exuberance that distinguishes the Roman House, frequently favoring unexpected combinations of hue over conventional uniformity. ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
14K Two-Tone Art Deco Butterfly Pendant with Emerald Eyes & Diamonds
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This elegant two-tone butterfly pendant is crafted in 14K white gold and adorned with vibrant gemstones. The butterfly’s eyes feature two Green emeralds, adding a soft yet striking a...
Emerald
Nathalie Jean Palmeira & Citrine Quartz 18k Gold Mercure Brooch Pendant Necklace
By Nathalie Jean
Located in Milan, Lombardia
Made by hand in Nathalie Jean's Milan atelier in limited edition, Mercure Brooch is in 18 karat rosé gold, a warm, sophisticated color close to yellow gold. This contemporary piece c...
Citrine, Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Michael Anthony 14K Yellow Gold Diamond-Cut Sailboat Pendant, 33.9mm
By Michael Anthony
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Yellow Gold Diamond-Cut Sailboat Pendant crafted in 14 karat gold with a distinctive brushed finish and shimmering diamond-cut accents. The textured surface contrasts beautifully wit...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
10k Gold Cross Crucifix with Diamonds. 10k Blue Diamond Cluster Pendant. Diamond
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage Materials: Gold Gemstone: Diamond Beautiful crucifix pendant. Cross set with Blue and Colorless diamonds. Condition: No visible damage or wear. Details: 10k White gold. ...
10k Gold
Contemporary 0.58ct Diamond Trilogy Pendant in Platinum, Hallmarked
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine 0.58 carat diamond and platinum trilogy/ three stone pendant; part of our diverse contemporary jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine contemporary three stone pend...
Diamond, Platinum
18KT WG Fancy Yellow, Pink & White Diamond Cross Pendant with Diamond Chain
By LA REINA
Located in New York, NY
This uniquely designed cross centers a fancy yellow radiant cut diamond. Natural pink diamonds in fancy shapes and pear shaped black diamonds are set through out the micro pave white...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Wh...
Ole Lynggaard acorn big size+ elephant pendant with diamonds
By Ole Lynggaard
Located in Malmö, SE
Big size acorn from the forest collection made by ole lynggaard and charlotte lynggaard. Made of sterling silver and 18k gold with natural diamonds. Elephant 17mm sterling silver n...
Diamond
Tiffany & Co. 18kt Gold, Diamond and Pearl Twisted Pearl Choker
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite Tiffany & Co. 18k Gold, Diamond, and Pearl Twisted Choker, a true embodiment of timeless elegance and luxury. Crafted between 2000...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold
14k Amethyst emerald cut with Diamonds pendant. Diamond cluster star and 16in
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage from the 1990s Materials: Stone Gemstone: Amethyst Style: Minimalist Pendant width: 12 Millimeters; Pendant height: 19 Millimeters; Necklace length: 16 Inches 3.1grams tota...
A Delightful 3.03ct Sri Lanka Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Pendant
Located in bangkok, TH
Unquestionably one of the best value Blue Sapphire pendants you will find online at the moment - a delightful jewel in solid platinum and featuring an absolutely exquisite blue sapph...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Contemporary 2.50ct Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Pendant, London 2008
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive contemporary 2.50 Carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold pendant; part of our diverse diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning c...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
David Yurman Sterling Silver & Black Diamond Dagger Enhancer
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
-Material : Sterling silver -Amulet, L 43.8mm X W 15.2mm Length with bail: 51mm -Pavé black diamonds, 0.45 total carat weight -Does not come with chain Condition: Pre-Owned Com...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Sterling Silver
14K Diamond Circle of Life, Open Circle, Eternity Circle Diamond Pendant
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage Materials: Gold Gemstone: Diamond Beautiful and Meaningful Pendant. Circle of Life or Diamond Eternity Pendant. Entire Pendant set with sparkly diamonds. Make this an excel...
4.75 carat Diamond Colorless / VS Clarity Pagoda Platinum Drop Pendant
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous Pagoda Structure Drop Pendant Platinum Setting Total Diamond Weight = Approximately 4.75 carats Three center solitaires approximately total 1.5 cts Stones range in size from...
Diamond, Platinum
18 Karat White Gold Fancy Colored Diamonds and Pearls Cross, Black Diamond Chain
By LA REINA
Located in New York, NY
This incredible 18 karat white gold cross is set with a beautiful palette of Mixed Fancy Colored Diamonds. The Fancy Colored Diamonds in the yellow to brown colors are set in yellow ...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, Pearl, 18k ...
Ole Lynggaard sweet spot diamond pendant
By Ole Lynggaard
Located in Malmö, SE
Sweet spot diamond pendant made in 18k white gold with natural briljantcut vs1 diamonds 0.15 ct. Comes with ole lynggaard box. Weight 6 gram 18k gold. Collectors piece not for sale...
Modern Diamond and Platinum Pendant with Chain, 2.73 Carats
Located in London, GB
A diamond and platinum pendant, of three graduating open squares, with grain set, round brilliant-cut, diamonds, with two diamonds above and diamond drop pendants in the centre of th...
Diamond, Platinum
Heart Shaped Ruby and Diamond Dome Pendant 14k White Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
This beautiful vintage pendant showcases a 1.35 carat (approx.) heart shaped ruby at center. The ruby is surrounded by 64 round brilliant cut diamond weighing approximately 0.70 cara...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co Vannerie Diamond Basket Weave White Gold Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Vannerie Basket Weave Diamond Bracelet by Tiffany & Co. This authentic Tiffany & Co. Vannerie bracelet is a masterpiece of luxury and intricate design. Crafte...
Diamond, White Gold
Lavender Jade & Diamond Pin/Pendant
Located in Princeton, NJ
18kt White Gold Lavender Jade & Diamond Pin/Pendant. The Jade is a Briolette cut with 12 Marquise cut diamonds weighing approximately .75 carats in total weight. The diamonds are H i...
Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold
Diamond Key Amulet Pendant in Platinum on a Wheat Platinum Chain
Located in New York, NY
This skeleton key pendant, an eternal emblem of hidden treasures, reimagines a romantic motif, enhanced by a flowing river of sparkling diamonds. Its bow, shaped like an elegant fleu...
Diamond, Platinum
Ostby Barton Diamond pendant lavaliere. 10k Gold with a diamond set buttercup
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage from the 1910s Materials: Gold, Stone Gemstone: Diamond Style: Art nouveau Ostby Barton Pendant. Iconic collectors piece. An amazing addition to your collection. Hallmark...
10k Gold
David Yurman Oval Chalcedony Pendant with Diamonds
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
DAVID YURMAN OVAL CHALCEDONY PENDANT WITH DIAMONDS. -Mint condition -Sterling silver -Chalcedony dimension: 20x24mm -Chain is not included *Comes with David Yurman pouch.
Chalcedony, Diamond, Sterling Silver
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Frivole Revena Leather Diamond Gold Flower Bracelet & Choker
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous authentic Van Cleef & Arpels set from the iconic Frivole collection features an adjustable choker Revena on leather cord necklace and bracelet accented with 18k yel...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold and Diamond Double Pendant - TORCHON Collection *
Located in Milano, Lombardia
A sophisticated expression of contemporary elegance, this pendant necklace from the Torchon Collection reinterprets the iconic torchon craftsmanship through a fluid and sculptural de...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rose Gold and Diamond Oval Pendant - TORCHON Collection *
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Elegant and contemporary, this pendant necklace from the Torchon Collection embodies the refined artistry of the iconic torchon technique, reinterpreted through a sculptural and harm...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
An Exquisite Australian Black Opal & Diamond 18k Pendant
Located in bangkok, TH
A simply Gorgeous Australian Black Opal & Diamond pendant handcrafted in 18k yellow gold. Approximately 20-30 years old. The star of the show is unquestionably the central Opal -...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold
14k White Gold Diamond Solitaire Pendant & Stud Earrings TDW = 3.48 carat Nice S
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous Diamond Solitaire Earring & Pendant Set with Accent Stones Pendant: one electronically tested 14k white gold ladies cast & assembled diamond pendant with chain. 18 inch leng...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Michael Beaudry 900 Platinum Radiant Cut Diamond Solitiare Pendant TCW=0.55 cts
By Michael Beaudry
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous Diamond Pendant by Michael Beaudry Features Appx 0.35 Ct Radiant Cut Solitaire Diamond with 0.20 Cts Accent Stones Average Color = G Average Clarity = VS2 Delicate Gallery W...
Diamond, Platinum
18 kt White Gold and Diamond Pendant - TORCHON Collection *
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Refined and contemporary, this pendant necklace from the Torchon Collection showcases the iconic torchon craftsmanship through an elegant and sculptural silhouette. Crafted in 18 kt ...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Diamond Coral cameo pendant lavaliere. 10k Gold diamond buttercup Carved
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage from the 1910s Materials: Gold, Stone Gemstone: Diamond Style: Art nouveau An amazing addition to your collection. Art Nouveau 10k pendant made in the first half of century...
10k Gold
Yossi Harari 24k Yellow Gold "Salted" Diamond Large Pretzel Pendant Carrie
By Yossi Harari
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous, Iconic "Salted Pretzel" Pendant by Yossi Harai Features Appx 0.52 ct of diamonds in bezel settings on 24k matte yellow gold pretzel Dimensions of pretzel = Appx 2" x 1 5/8"...
Diamond, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond 18 Carat Yellow and White Gold Heart Pendant and Chain
Located in London, GB
This beautiful 18 carat gold pendant features a white gold heart in the centre, pavé set with 29 fine round brilliant cut diamonds, weighing a total approximate weight of 0.60ct. A t...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
C de Cartier Double C 18k White Gold Diamond Charm Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Cartier diamond Double C logo charm pendant is crafted in 18k white gold and features the Maison’s iconic interlocking Cartier “C” monogram rendered in pavé set round brilliant ...
Diamond, White Gold
Cartier 18k White Gold LOVE Diamond Oval Charm Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Cartier Love ring diamond charm pendant is crafted in 18k white gold and designed as a miniature interpretation of the iconic Love ring from the Cartier Love collection. The cha...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Choker in 18 Karat White Gold with White Diamonds
By Roberta Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Description: This elegant choker necklace is crafted from 18 karat white gold, featuring a flexible and thin design with three strands adorned with sparkling white diamonds. Part of ...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
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14 Karat Diamond and Sapphire Heart
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k white gold diamond and sapphire containing 5 round full cut diamonds of very fine quality weighing .20pts. and 4 round sapphires weighing .30pts. on a 16 inch chain.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
18k White Gold and Diamond Choker – Micheletto
By Olivo Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Description: This elegant choker, crafted in 18 kt white gold, features romantic diamond links with delicate dangling drops, creating a timeless and graceful look. Its intricate desi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Luca Carati 18k Rose Gold 4.30 ct Diamond Bulb Pendant w/ 30" Chain
By Luca Carati
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous Diamond Bulb Pendant by Luca Carati Features Appx 4.30 ct of Diamonds on Pendant and Bail Pendant Dimensions: 1 1/4" x 7/8" Total Mass = 15.2 grams Includes 30" Chain Featur...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Modern 18K White Gold Diamond Cross Pendant – 0.15ct Minimalist Design
Located in Miami, FL
A refined modern diamond cross pendant crafted in solid 18K white gold, weighing 2.4 grams. This sleek and minimalist cross design features 12 natural round brilliant-cut diamonds, e...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Modernist 18K White Gold Pendant with Trillion, Princess & Pear Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
A modernist diamond pendant crafted in 18K white gold (stamped 750), showcasing three natural diamonds in contrasting cuts, a trillion, princess, and pear. The pear is stamped D034, ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Diamond and Pink Sapphire Heart on a Full Diamond Link Chain
By Stenzhorn
Located in New York, NY
Designed with a Princess in mind, this 18 karat white gold Diamond heart pendant shows meticulous craftsmanship. The front of the puffed heart is pave set with round Diamonds in an o...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Aaron Basha 18K Gold Diamond Enamel Heart Charm Pendant
By Aaron Basha
Located in New York, NY
A Playful Emblem of Luxury and Style Explore Aaron Basha’s signature whimsy with this 18K Yellow Gold Diamond & Enamel Heart Charm, complete with a delightful tongue-out emoticon...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Michael Christoff 18k White Gold 7.75 ct Tanzanite Pendant with Diamond Accents
By Michael Christoff
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous, Unique Tanzanite Pendant by Michael Christoff Beverly Hills Features 7.75 ct Pear Shaped Tanzanite Set in 18k White Gold 2.74 ct Round Diamond Accents with Ornate Milgrain ...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Julie Baker 18 Kt Yellow Gold Lariat w/ Diamonds & Citrine Drops
Located in New York, NY
18 karat yellow gold 39 inch lariat chain necklace. The long link chain is designed with two elongated oval citrine drops . The Citrines are bezel set with Diamond accents. Designed ...
Van Cleef & Arpels Dentelle Diamond White Gold Neckalce
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels Dentelle collection necklace is crafted in 18k white gold and features a round open-work pendant set with brilliant-cut round D-F VVS1-VVS2 diam...
18k Gold, White Gold
Pink & White Diamond 18 Carat Gold Stylised Heart Pendant and Chain
Located in London, GB
With its curved lines and elegant layered design, this asymmetric heart pendant is a piece that's sure to be enjoyed for years to come. Crafted in 18 carat white and rose gold, it be...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose 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.