18K White Gold Diamond Key Pendant Necklace
Located in Boston, MA
18K White Gold Diamond Key Pendant Necklace Unlock elegance with this exquisite 18k white gold diamond key pendant, a timeless symbol of mystery and sophistication. This stunning pi...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Napoli, Campania
Elegant pendant necklace in 18 karat white gold structure mounted with diamonds. The chain is included. Diamonds 0.15 ct Total Weight 6.30 gr RF G FCHO RK.AFGI130 Lenght Cha...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Piaget Rose Gold and Diamond Safety Pin Pendant Necklace
By Piaget
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Piaget 18k Rose Gold Safety Pin Pendant Necklace, the pendant portion measures 1 1/4 inch in length and is set with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds totaling .15 Carat, suspen...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Tiffany & Co Victoria Graduated Marque Shape Diamond Platinum Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
Platinum Victoria Graduated Marque Shape Diamond Necklace by Tiffany & Co. Tiffany & Co’s Victoria Platinum Graduated Marque Shape Diamond Necklace exudes timeless elegance ...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co Victoria Diamond Aquamarine Platinum Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
Platinum Victoria Diamond and Aquamarine Pendant Necklace by Tiffany & Co. With 4 diamonds VS1 clarity, G color total weight approximately .64ct 1 round 7mm aquamarine approximately...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 14K White Gold Diamond Cluster Station Necklace
Located in Boston, MA
This elegant vintage necklace features a refined 14K white gold design, showcasing a series of 16 dazzling diamond cluster stations. Each cluster is composed of 7 round diamonds, wit...
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Adler Pendant Diamond Mother of Pearl White Pearl Diamond Clasp Necklace
By Adler
Located in Geneva, CH
Superb and Smart Adler Mother of Pearl and Diamond on white gold Important Pendant of contemporary Art Deco design Asian inspiration. Removable bail. Hanging on a White culture Pear...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari Allegra Diamond Peridot Amethyst Citrine Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Lisboa, PT
Bulgari Allegra necklace in 18 kt white gold, featuring a graduated drop of amethyst, peridot, citrine, and blue topaz, each stone set with round brilliant-cut diamonds. Inspired by ...
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ole Lynggaard diamond necklace
By Ole Lynggaard
Located in Malmö, SE
Amaxing diamond necklace from Ole Lynggaard. 18k yellow wolid gold with natural briljant cut diamonds 0.20 carat. 46 cm long comes with original box.
Hermes Diamond Constance Amulette Rose Gold Pendant Necklace
By Hermès
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Rose Gold Diamond Constance Amulette Necklace by Hermes. With 65 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds, VVS1 Clarity and G Color total weight approximately 0.29ct Details: Chain Length:...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Turquoise Diamonds White Gold 18 Karat Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Unveil the beauty of contemporary elegance with this captivating pendant necklace in white gold 18 Karat , a stunning blend of gemstones. The centerpiece of this necklace is an irreg...
Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold
Diamond Cross Necklace 2 Way 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Brunswick, ME
Diamond Cross Necklace 2Way 14K White Gold Style: Necklace Material: White Gold 14K, Diamond 0.65 carat Size: internal circumference of the chain: 16 Inches, Plus Cross (hanging port...
White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Brown Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Green Tourmaline & Baguette Diamond 8.50TCW Ballerina Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in San Diego, CA
DEEP GREEN TOURMALINE & BAGUETTE DIAMOND BALLERINA PENDANT NECKLACE Metal: Platinum PT950 Length: 17.5 Inches Pendant: 1.25 X 0.75 Inches Total Carat Weight: 8.50 TCW Gemstone: ...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Colored Cultured Pearl White Gold Diamond clasp Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Colored Cultured Pearl White Gold and Diamond clasp Necklace. Total length: 18.11 inches (46.00 centimeters). Total weight: 103.83 grams.
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, White Gold
Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Turn heads with this spectacular blue sapphire and diamond drop pendant necklace in platinum. Perfect as a bridal piece or for that special occasion. The floral pendant centerpiece i...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Necklace in 18 Carat Yellow Gold With Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
American link necklace in 18 kt yellow gold and Diamonds. Choker-shaped, this American mesh necklace is composed of links in wound gold threads retaining in its center a white gold l...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat White Gold and White Diamond Necklace - Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Description: A luxurious 18 karat white gold necklace adorned with stunning white diamonds, part of the prestigious "Dream" collection. This exquisite piece exemplifies elegance and ...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Coral and Diamonds Necklace 18 Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Paris, FR
Coral and diamond brushed 18 kt Yellow gold necklace. It is composed of an 18 kt yellow gold chain threading alternating balls of curved tubes in brushed yellow gold retaining in its...
Diamond, Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat White Gold and White Diamond Necklace - Micheletto
By Olivo Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
This stunning necklace from the "Emisfere" Collection showcases the elegance and craftsmanship of fine jewelry. Made from 18 kt gold, the piece features a sleek and luxurious design,...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
John Hardy silver arch diamond necklace
Located in Jupiter, FL
John Hardy necklace in silver with diamonds, 16 grams! Lovely craftsmanship! WHAT YOU GET AT STAMPAR JEWELERS: Stampar Jewelers, located in the heart of Jupiter, Florida, is a custo...
Diamond, Silver
Round Ruby and Diamond Integral 14k Gold Cluster Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
14K yellow gold integral Ruby and Diamond necklace. This stunning gemstone cluster necklace has a comfortable integration with the 14k gold wheat chain. The necklace is versatile eno...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Signed Diamond & Platinum Tennis Necklace with Heart-shaped Clasp
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This platinum necklace by Tiffany & Co. features approximately 5.45 carats of full-cut diamonds, set in a classic, bezel-set design. A notable beautiful detail of the piece is it...
Diamond, Platinum
Diamond Necklace in 18 Carat White Gold and 10.3 Carats of Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
18-carat white gold necklace composed of a line of 121 round brilliant-cut diamonds. Weighing approximately 0.1 carat each. Each diamond is set with 3 prongs. Total weight of 121 dia...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamonds Silver Pearls White Gold Clasp Beaded Necklace
Located in Napoli, Campania
Unique beaded necklace composed by fabulous silver pearls and mounted with 18K white gold clasp studded by white diamonds. Diamonds 0.58 ct Silver Pearls 81.80 g 12 mm Total Weig...
White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Large Daisy Flower Platinum Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
Platinum Diamond Large Daisy Flower Pendant Necklace by Tiffany & Co. With 117 Round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, G color total weight approx. 1.25ctw Details: Weight: 18 gr...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Diamond Large C Heart White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Large C Heart Pendant Necklace by Cartier. With 30 round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color total weight approx. .60ct *Includes Cartier Service Cer...
Diamond, White Gold
Cartier Amulette Diamond Ruby White Gold Large Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Ruby Large Amulette Pendant Necklace by Cartier. With 70 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds VVS1clarity, E color total weight approximately 1.40ct 2 rubies total wei...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
$44,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co Diamond South Sea Large Pearl Platinum Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
Platinum Diamond and South Sea Large Pearl Necklace. With 29 Large South Sea Cultured Pearls measuring 13mm to 15.2mm in diameter. Round brilliant cut diamonds FL-VS2 clarity, D-G co...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Heart Link Diamond Necklace Yellow and White Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A Tiffany & Co. heart link diamond necklace, made of 18k yellow and white gold. This bold yet refined Tiffany & Co. diamond necklace crafted in rich yellow gold and features...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Modern 18 Karat Gold Diamond Graduated Tahitian Pearl Necklace 39.5cm
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a modern graduated pearl necklace. It features cultured Tahitian pearls. The clasp is crafted in 18K gold and adorned with diamonds.
Diamond, Pearl, Gold
Diamond 3-Row Necklace in 18 Carat White Gold and 30 Carat Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
Diamond 3-row Necklace in 18 Carat white Gold and falling Diamonds crimping 30 Carats of Diamonds. Ratchet Clasp with 8 Security. Weight 96 g First Row Length 60 cm 2nd Row 70 cm 3rd...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Gold and Diamond Collar Necklace
Located in Princeton, NJ
Vintage 14kt yellow gold collar necklace with hinged twist links and 10 double row diamond sections featuring 180 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 4.55ctw, G to H in color and V...
Gold, 14k Gold
14k Open Heart Diamond Necklace. Suspended Heart Necklace.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage Materials: Stone Gemstone: Diamond Spectacular Open heart 14k Necklace. Heart Set with diamonds and suspended between Yellow gold rolo chain necklace. Details: 5.9grams to...
$47,200Sale Price|20% Off
15 Carat Diamond Cuban Link Necklace in 10k White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Exuding ultimate luxury and bold sophistication, this stunning 15 Carat Diamond Cuban Link Necklace is a masterpiece of modern fine jewelry. Expertly crafted in gleaming 10k white go...
Diamond, White Gold
Art Deco 14K Gold Diamond GOAT Pendant Necklace, 1.50ct, JACOJE
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This striking pendant is masterfully crafted in 14K gold and showcases a bold “GOAT” design, symbolizing greatness and excellence. The piece is fully adorned with brilliant-cut diamo...
Diamond
$64,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. T-Drop Diamond Platinum Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany & Co. T-Drop Diamond Platinum Necklace This exquisite Tiffany & Co. T-Drop necklace is crafted in platinum and weighs 26.9 grams. The elegant drop design is set with...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
18k Gold Yellow & White Diamond Earring and Necklace Set
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Metal Type: 18K Yellow & White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 13.8 grams Diamond Details: Fancy Yellow Diamonds: .50ct, Natural Color VS Clarity White Diamond...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
$89,600Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. 18 Carat Platinum Diamond Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Diamond Necklace An exceptional Tiffany & Co. necklace, crafted in platinum and set with 299 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately 18.3...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Diamond Necklace in 18 Carat White Gold and 10 Carats of Diamonds Falling
Located in Paris, FR
Articulated necklace in 18 kt white gold and 10 carat grain-set diamonds. It is made up of 126 falling links, each setting a diamond in their center. Weight of the smallest diamond:...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Stylized Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Napoli, Campania
Beautiful stylized cross shape pendant necklace realized in 18Kt white gold studded with little diamonds. The chain is included. Diamonds 0.05 ct Total Weight 2.20 gr RF G G...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$49,600Sale Price|30% Off
18K White Gold Diamond Necklace, 11.75ct Total Weight, Modern Design
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This exquisite 18K white gold diamond necklace is a stunning example of luxury and elegance. It features a total of 145 round brilliant-cut diamonds, meticulously selected for their ...
Diamond, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Bubbles Platinum Diamond Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Bubbles Platinum Diamond Necklace Round diamonds totaling approximately 13ct Mounted in Platinum 950 Stamped inside with original hallmark on the closing mechanism "2...
Diamond, Platinum
18K Diamond Infinity Collar Necklace
Located in Boston, MA
18K Diamond Infinity Collar Necklace This exquisite 18K white gold diamond infinity collar necklace epitomizes modern elegance with its graceful, flowing design. The piece features ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Retro Yellow Gold Natural Diamond Slice 22 Inch Statement Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A retro 18K yellow gold diamond slice necklace crafted in the United Kingdom. The necklace is set with 42 natural multi-shape diamond slices, each ranging from approximately 4.5 mm t...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Stylized Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Napoli, Campania
Elegant stylized cross pendant necklace relized in 18K white gold structure and adorned with 0.02 ct of little diamonds. The chain is included. Diamonds 0.02 ct Total Weight 2.39 R...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Stylized Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Napoli, Campania
Elegant stylized shape cross pendant in 18 karat white gold studded with little diamonds. The chain is included. Diamonds 0.06 ct Total Weight 4.80 gr RF G UAEF RK.AUFU85 Dimen...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Judith Ripka 18K Gold Blur Topaz Diamond Station Long Necklace 33"
By Judith Ripka
Located in Miami, FL
An elegant Judith Ripka station necklace crafted in substantial 18K yellow gold, featuring a series of beautifully faceted blue topaz accented by diamonds. Each blue topaz is framed ...
Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold
Necklace in 18 Karat Gold, Platinum and Diamonds and 1.5 Carat Yellow Diamond
Located in Paris, FR
Necklace in 18 Carat white Gold, PT 950 Platinum and diamonds holding an Important Yellow Cushion Diamond sized 1.5 Carats. It Consists of 23 Rigid Sticks in 18-Carat white Gold pave...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Stylized Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Napoli, Campania
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Company Art Deco Style Platinum Diamond Ruby Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Tiffany & Company Platinum Pendant Necklace, the pendant with each section being individually attached and articulated measures 1 1/2 inches in length and is set with Roun...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Cartier Agrafe Diamond and Pearl Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Bethesda, MD
Cartier Agrafe Diamond and Pearl Necklace: an exquisite luxury piece featuring 244 round diamonds E-F Color VVS totaling approximately 8.47 carats set in 18k white gold. This sophist...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Modern 18 Carat White Gold and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The bright white diamond is very sparkly with some small inclusions. It measures approx 30pts. Modelled in 18 carat white gold. Length: 40.5cm Pendant Diameter: 4.5mm Weight: 2.4g
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Diamond Heart Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. open heart diamond necklace in solid 18k yellow gold. The pendant depicts the iconic Elsa Peretti open heart design and is rubover...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Reversible Enamel Seed Pearl Cut Diamond Gold Indian Necklace
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Necklace made in India, set with rose cut diamonds, seed pearls, semi-precious stones and enamel. Necklace is reversible, and is 15 inches long.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Roberto Coin 18K White Gold Diamond Circles Pendant Necklace
Located in Boston, MA
Roberto Coin 18k White Gold Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace Experience the artistry of Italian luxury with this breathtaking Roberto Coin diamond circle pendant, a masterpiece of co...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
18K White Gold Pave Diamond Floating Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in Boston, MA
18K White Gold Pave Diamond Floating Heart Pendant Necklace This exquisite necklace features a stunning 18k white gold floating heart pendant meticulously hand-set with 105 diamonds...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Elegant 14kt Yellow Gold Pink Coral and Diamond Beaded Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Elegant 14-karat yellow gold necklace, a refined jewel that combines the purity of pink coral with the brilliance of diamonds, creating a timeless accessory with a delicate and sophi...
Coral, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
$1,385Sale Price|20% Off
14 Karat Diamond Heart Necklace
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14 karat diamond heart necklace, containing 22 round full cut diamonds of very fine quality weighing .66pts.
Diamond, 14k Gold
18K White Gold Diamond Double Floating Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in Boston, MA
18K White Gold Diamond Double Floating Heart Pendant Necklace Indulge in timeless elegance with our exquisite 18K white gold diamond heart pendant. This breathtaking piece features ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Handcraft Jade 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
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.