Diamond Floral Cluster Studs, 5mm 14K Yellow Gold 1/4 Carat Total Weight
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
Diamond stud earrings make the best addition to any jewelry collection. These clustered diamond studs are the same size as 1/2 carat studs, made affordable by the petite floral clust...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
8.85 Total Weight Princess Cut Diamond Stud
By Louis Newman & Company
Located in New York, NY
One Diamond weights 4.50 carats and the other weights 4.35 carats, Both are square princess cuts.The Diamonds are about K=L in color and Si1 in clarity. Not GIA certified. Set in 14k...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond Studs, Floral, 8 Prongs, 1/2 carat total weight, 14K Solid Gold
Located in New York, NY
Item Code: 14001 Division: Natural Diamond Collection: Classics Metal Type: 14K Gold Metal Weight: 4 - 7 grams Total Diamond Weight: 0.50 ct Average Diamond Clarity: SI or higher Ave...
Diamond, Gold
Roman Malakov 8.17 Carats Total Princess Cut Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
This pair of stud earrings feature 8 princess cut diamonds weighing 8.17 carats total, L-M in color and VS+ in clarity. Each earring has 4 diamonds set in such a way that it gives t...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
10K White Gold 3/4 Carat Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Elegant stud earrings made with the purest 10k white gold and genuine diamonds. This marvelous piece includes 8 princess shaped diamonds with an invisible setting. They fill out most...
Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Illusion Stud Earrings in White Gold, 1.16 Carat Total
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Everyone should have a pair of diamond studs in their fine jewelry wardrobe! Diamonds, .58 carat total These earrings are also available in larger sizes: EA-1447 $2940 "looks like...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Antique 1920s 1.02CWT Total Diamonds, Set In New 18ct White 4 Claw Stud Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Diamond Stud Earrings 18ct White Gold Stamped 750 Circa 1920s Introducing these stunning modern 18ct white gold diamond stud earrings, elegantly stamped with 750 on both the post...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Illusion Stud Earrings in White Golds, .85 Carat Total
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Everyone should have a pair of diamond studs in their fine jewelry wardrobe! Diamonds, .85 carat total These earrings are also available in other sizes: EA-1421 $1740 "looks like...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
10K White Gold 1/4 Carat Diamond Bezel Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Bezel set diamonds sparkle in this modern stud earring setting crafted in your choice of 10 karat white, yellow, or rose gold. The total diamond weight is .25 carats. Product Featur...
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 10k Gold
10K Yellow Gold 1/4 Carat Diamond Bezel Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Bezel set diamonds sparkle in this modern stud earring setting crafted in your choice of 10 karat white, yellow, or rose gold. The total diamond weight is .25 carats. ‘Video Availab...
Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold 3/4 Carat Solitaire Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Two gorgeous white diamonds sit in a prong setting on these sparkling stud earrings. Crafted in 14k white gold, these diamond stud earrings feature a high polish finish. These stunni...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold 3/4 Carat Double Princess Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Accent your look with this chic pair of stud earrings. Composed of precious 14k white gold, these gorgeous earrings are finely burnished to shine. Further, the embellishment with fli...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
10K White Gold 3/4 Carat Princess Diamond Composite Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the timeless elegance of these stunning diamond composite stud earrings, crafted from 10K white gold. With a total of 50 natural princess-cut diamonds, these earrings boas...
Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold
.925 Sterling Silver 1/4 Carat Treated Green Diamond Milgrain Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The total diamond weight is 1/4 cttw, and is sure to dress up any outfit of yours.
Diamond, Sterling Silver
.925 Sterling Silver 1.0 Carat Black Diamond 4-Prong Classic Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Add this stunningly unique diamond stud earrings to your jewelry collection and impress all your girlfriends. This beautiful pair of treated black studs are made from the finest .925...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Sterling Silver
.925 Sterling Silver 1/4 Carat Treated Green Diamond Bezel Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The modern design is crafted in a cool sterling silver making them the perfect choice to add a touch of color to everyday wear. The total diamond weight is 1/4 carats. 'Video Availa...
Diamond, Sterling Silver
.925 Sterling Silver 1/4 Carat Treated Green Diamond Solitaire Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of treated green diamond and sterling silver stud earrings. Each earring features a round diamond set into a .925 quality sterling silver prong setting. The total diamond weig...
Diamond, Sterling Silver
1.90 Carat Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in London, GB
Here we have a lovely pair of 14ct white gold diamond stud earrings. Each piece plays host to a 0.95 carat round brilliant cut diamond in a 4 clawed mount.
Diamond, Gold, White Gold
AGS Certified 14K Yellow Gold 1/4 Carat Solitaire Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Totaling 1/4 carat, these natural diamonds gleam with a luminous clarity of SI1-SI2 and a color grade of H-I, offering a dazzling play of light with every turn of your head.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
0.40 Carat Halo Solitaire Round Brilliant Cluster 18k Gold Stud Diamond Earrings
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Elegant and eye catching 0.40 Carat Halo Solitaire Cluster earrings set with white colour G and an eye clean clarity SI round brilliant cut diamonds made with 18 Karat White Gold. Av...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$88,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 4 Carat Emerald Cut E/F Color IF/VVS1 Diamond Stud Earrings
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
These elegant clip on stud earrings feature a GIA Certified pair of emerald cut diamonds totaling 4 carat, set in refined platinum. Their clean geometric lines and sophisticated prop...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
.925 Sterling Silver 3/4 Carat "Salt and Pepper" Diamond Classic Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
With a total carat weight of 3/4 cttw, these studs are the perfect accessory and will add a touch of shine to any look of yours.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver
10K White Gold 3/4 Carat Princess Diamond Composite Cushion Shape Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our stunning 10K white gold stud earrings, a true marvel of craftsmanship and beauty. These earrings feature a unique cushion shape design, adorned with 42 natural prince...
Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold 3/4 Carat Round-Cut Pink Diamond Solitaire Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The studs include dazzling treated pink diamonds with a total weight of 3/4 carats and come with a push back clasp for a secure and comfortable fit.
Diamond, Pink Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
10K White Gold 3/4 Carat Princess Diamond Composite Open Frame Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the exquisite beauty of these 10K white gold diamond composite stud earrings. Adorned with 42 natural princess diamonds, these earrings boast a total weight of 3/4 cttw. T...
Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold
0.30 Carat Mini Daisy Cluster Round Brilliant 18 KT Gold Stud Diamond Earrings
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Elegant and eye catching 0.30 Carat Mini Daisy Cluster earrings set with white colour G/H and an eye clean clarity SI round brilliant cut diamonds made with 18 Karat White Gold. Avai...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
0.25 Carat Mini Daisy Cluster Round Brilliant 18 KT Gold Stud Diamond Earrings
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Elegant and eye catching 0.25 Carat Mini Daisy Cluster earrings set with white colour G/H and an eye clean clarity SI round brilliant cut diamonds made with 18 Karat White Gold. Avai...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
0.27 Carat Daisy Cluster Round Brilliant 18 KT White Gold Stud Diamond Earrings
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Elegant and eye catching 0.27 Carat Mini Daisy Cluster earrings set with white colour G and an eye clean clarity SI round brilliant cut diamonds made with 18 Karat White Gold. Availa...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1.49 Carat Natural Round Cut Diamond 4 Prong Basket Studs Earrings F-G Clarity
Located in Aventura, FL
Earrings with a total carat weight of 0.73-0.76 carat. Details: Carat Weight: 0.73 Carat Color Grade: F Clarity Grade: VS2 Carat Weight: 0.76 Carat Color Grade: G Clarity Grade: VS...
Diamond
Lovely 0.91 Carat Diamond Stud Earrings
By Hakimi's Gem
Located in Chicago, IL
These stud earrings feature 0.91 carats of diamonds, set in a classic 4-prong style crafted from 14k white gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$112,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 4 Carat Round Cut Diamond Stud Earrings E/F Color Flawless Clarity
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
These stunning stud earrings showcase two GIA certified round-cut diamonds, weighing 2.00 carats and 2.01 carats respectively, for a combined total of 4.06 carats, set in 18K white g...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold 3/4 Carat Round Brilliant-Cut Pink Diamond Solitaire Stud Earring
Located in New York, NY
The studs include dazzling treated pink diamonds with a total weight of 3/4 carats and come with a push back clasp for a secure and comfortable fit.
Diamond, Pink Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold 3/4 Carat Marquise Diamond 8 Stone Floral Leaf Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These stunning earrings feature 8 marquise-cut diamonds, totaling 3/4 Cttw. The unique shape of the marquise-cut diamond adds elegance and sophistication to these earrings, making th...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.05 Carat Total Emerald Cut Diamond Stud Earrings in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
They also have threaded posts for an extra secure fit. Earring type: Stud Metal: 14 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Diamond: 1.05 carat total weight Diamond cut: Emerald Diamond color: G...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.86 Carat Round-Cut Diamond Stud Earrings
By Hakimi's Gem
Located in Chicago, IL
These exquisite stud earrings feature 0.86 carats of natural round-cut white diamonds, beautifully set 4-prong style in 14k white gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
10K White Gold 1 1/4 Carat Diamond Composite Double Square and Halo Stud Earring
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the exquisite beauty of these 10K White Gold Princess Diamond Composite Double Square and Halo Stud Earrings. With a total weight of 1 1/4 cttw and 80 dazzling diamonds, t...
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 10k Gold
$9,920Sale Price|20% Off
14K White Gold 3.17 Carat Diamond Studs
Located in San Francisco, CA
These 14k White gold studs feature two perfectly matched brilliant round diamonds in a total weight of 3.17 carat ( 1.58+1.59 each) Four (4) pongs basket settings.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
3.20 Carat Round Cut Diamond Stud Earrings Platinum
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
Stunning platinum diamond stud earrings features two natural round brilliant cut diamond totaling 3.20 carats(Clarity Enhanced) Item Specification: Gemstone - Diamond Total Carat Wei...
Diamond, Platinum
$104,000Sale Price|20% Off
Untreated 4 Carat Ruby & Diamond Leverback Earrings
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
18K Yellow Gold Cushion-Cut Ruby & Diamond Leverback Earrings, 4.12 Carats Total Weight A striking pair of 18K yellow gold drop earrings showcasing two vivid cushion-cut rubies with...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
10K Yellow Gold Diamond Accent 4 Leaf Clover Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Embrace the serendipity of elegance with these exquisite 10K yellow gold stud earrings, each intricately formed into a four-leaf clover, a timeless emblem of luck and prosperity. Cra...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold 1/4 Ctw Colorless Princess Diamond Square 4-Prong Stud Earring
Located in New York, NY
Frame her face with the bold and impressive look of these fabulous princess cut diamond stud earrings. Crafted in genuine 14 Karat gold, each earring features a mesmerizing princess ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$448,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 12 Carat Oval Diamond Platinum Stud Earrings
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare and impressive pair suitable for collectors and connoisseurs alike. Total diamond weight: 12 carats Mounting: platinum Backs: Secure screw-back or friction post upon request ...
Diamond, Platinum
10K Yellow Gold 1/4 cttw Princess Cut Diamond Stud Earring
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in 10 karat rose gold they have a total diamond weight of 1/4 carats. • Metal: 10K Yellow Gold • Average Gram Weight: 0.72 • Diamond 1 Clarity: I1-I2, Color: J-K, Count...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
.925 Sterling Silver 1/4 Cttw Diamond Swirl Love Knot Stud Earring
Located in New York, NY
• Metal: .925 White Sterling Silver with Rhodium Plating • Average Gram Weight: 2.934 • Diamond 1 Clarity: I3, Color: I-J, Count: 16, Cut: Very Good, Origin: Natural, Setting:...
Diamond, White Diamond, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
10K Yellow Gold Princess 1/4 cttw Diamond Quad Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Own a pair of earrings for a princess with these delicate diamond studs set in 10K yellow gold. The clarity and sparkle of the 0.26 carat princess cut diamonds pairs perfectly with t...
Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Diamonds 0.60 carats 18KT Yellow Gold 4 Prong Cluster Stud Earrings
Located in Antwerpen, BE
We are thrilled to introduce our exquisite Solitaire Cluster Stud earrings, the epitome of refined elegance and class. These perfectly balanced pieces have been meticulously crafted ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
4.19ct GIA Natural Round Diamond Studs Earrings Tiffany Style 4 Prong Platinum
Located in Aventura, FL
Make these classic diamond studs yours today. The total weight for this diamond stud pair is 4.19 Carats Details: GIA Report: 2231329444 Shape and Cutting Style: Natural Round Brill...
Diamond, Platinum
10K Yellow Gold 1/2 Carat Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Make these classic diamond studs yours today. Comes as a pair. Each earring piece has a 1/4 cttw diamond and the total weight for this diamond stud pair is 1/2 cttw.
Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
4 mm Sapphire Paraiba Tourmaline Diamond Mini Stack Side Stud Earrings
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
Total weight : 1.2 g Items measurement : width : 4 mm This exquisite product comes from Joke Quick, a jewellery designer and master of both colour and contrast.
Diamond, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Rose Gold 1/4 Cttw Brown Diamond Pyramid Stud Earring
Located in New York, NY
Two triangles glimmer intensely with natural brown diamonds, their deep hues enhanced by an innovative pave setting beneath prongs of brown rhodium-plated brilliance, encapsulating a...
Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
.925 Sterling Silver 1/4 Cttw Princess-Cut Diamond Solitaire Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
• Metal: .925 White Sterling Silver with Rhodium Plating • Average Gram Weight: 0.414 • Diamond 1 Clarity: I1-I2, Color: H-I, Count: 2, Cut: Very Good, Origin: Natural, Settin...
Diamond, White Diamond, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Cartier 0.76 Carat Diamond Stud Earrings
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Condition: Used (Excellent) Weight: 1.4 grams Total Diamond Carat Weight: Approx. 0.76ct (0.38ct each) Diamond Details: Approx.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.92 Carat Natural Round Diamond Studs Yellow Gold 14 Karat
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Details: Total Diamond Weight: 0.92 carats Cut: Round Brilliant Average Color: M Average Clarity: I1 Setting: 14K Yellow Gold Mounting Style: Classic 4-prong basket Backs: Sec...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.48 Carat Natural Round Diamond Studs Yellow Gold 14 Karat
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Details: Total Diamond Weight: 0.48 carats Cut: Round Brilliant Average Color: H Average Clarity: SI1 Setting: 14K Yellow Gold Mounting Style: Classic 4-prong basket Backs: Se...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
EGL Certified 3.35 Carat Old European Diamond Platinum Stud Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Well matched Old European cut diamond stud earrings. 2, EGL certified I-J (near colorless) round diamonds totaling 3.35cts. Set in simple 4 prong platinum settings. Both stones have ...
Diamond, Platinum
Harakh 4 3/8 Carat Brilliant Cut Natural Colorless Diamond Cascade Stud Earrings
By Harakh
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the JOY of experiencing a gushing waterfall, these exquisite and elegant dangling earrings from the Cascade Collection are studded with 2 brilliant-cut and 20 rose-cut pe...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Silvorra 925 Silver 4 Carat Blue Iolite Diamond Halo Stud Earrings for Wife Gift
Located in New York, NY
Each earring showcases a beautifully faceted 10x8 mm oval Iolite, totaling 2 pieces with a combined gemstone weight of 4 carats.
Diamond, Iolite, Silver, Sterling 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.
Stud earrings have a unique and rich cultural history. Though their design has evolved, vintage stud earrings are still a classic jewelry style.
Stud earrings are frequently dated back over 7,000 years to Asia, where they were worn mostly by upper-class men to indicate their wealth and status. Although earrings sometimes fell out of favor over the years — such as when ear piercing was prohibited by the Catholic Church in the 13th century — they’ve remained one of the most enduring forms of body modification.
When diamond jewelry gained prominence in the 19th century, thanks to prosperity in Europe and the United States as well as the greater accessibility of gemstones, studs adorned with fine diamonds became popular. Screw-back earrings debuted in the late 19th century and allowed people without pierced ears to don the embellishment. Stud earrings became especially popular in the 1960s.
Stud earrings are simple and usually small in size, making them lightweight and easy to wear. Unlike other earrings, stud earrings have a floating appearance. They are often made with a single gemstone, such as a sapphire or emerald, and a straight post that goes through the ear, typically with a rubber or metal backing to hold it in place.
Today, stud earrings accentuate outfits with a casual, elegant style, adding a bit of glam to any ensemble. Find an eclectic array of stud earrings on 1stDibs.
Someone wanted to “modernize” the Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. masterworks, but Mahnaz Collection came to their rescue. Here, the dealer explains precisely why they’re such an extraordinary find.
From cameos to cigar bands, here are the looks on our radar this season.
The mismatched, multiple-earring look may have started with fashion jewelry, but A-list fans have taken it to the next level.
From buttons to chandeliers, here are the top styles to get or give in 2020.
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.
The classic circle has appeared in countless variations over the centuries.