Vintage 5 Carat Pear Cut Emerald Crossover Double Split Band Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Art Deco-inspired natural emerald and diamond ring in 14k solid gold. Gemstones are stationed on a stunning split shank ring setting that encapsulated the center stone, providing exc...
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
385 Carat 5-Strand Emerald Necklace with 9.06 Carat Sapphire and Diamond in Plat
By Kiersten Elizabeth
Located in Southport, CT
This 5-strand necklace has been meticulously crafted to allow 385 Carats of Emeralds to lay perfectly as shown.
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Platinum
1.25 Carat Natural Sapphire Emerald and Diamond Mothers 5 Ring 14 Karat*
Located in New York, NY
Natural Multi-Gem Mother's 5 Stone Ring .25ct Round Diamond .25ct Pink sapphire .25ct Blue Sapphire .26ct Natural Emerald .24ct Yellow sapphire Round, Full Cuts. Ring is 8.8mm...
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gol...
$575Sale Price|20% Off
14 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Green Emerald Halo Diamond Ring Center, 2/5 Carat
Located in San Francisco, CA
This petite fashion ring is impressive in its vintage appeal, featuring a natural green oval shape emerald, accented with milgrain and round brilliant diamonds. Experience the differ...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
2.91 Carat Emerald Cut Sapphire and Diamond 5 Stone Ring in Platinum
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A stunning ring showcasing a rich intense emerald cut blue sapphire weighing 2.91 carats. Flanking the center stone are two emerald-cut diamonds weighing 0.68 carats and two baguett...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$26,304Sale Price|20% Off
Colombian Emerald GIA and Baguette Diamond 5 Stone Platinum Ring
Located in Tampa, FL
Colombian Emerald GIA and Baguette Diamond 5 Stone Platinum Ring This well crafted platinum 5 stone emerald and diamond ring is set with a gorgeous 3.27 carat Colombian Emerald cent...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$36,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. Platinum 5-Stone Emerald Cut Diamond Ring Band
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Metal: Platinum, ring weight 9.1 grams Diamonds: 5 emerald cut diamonds, total weight 2.83 carats Diamond Quality: F color, VS1 clarity Measurements: 8.4 mm wide at the top, taper...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
An exquisite certified 5, 77 carats of emerald and diamonds on ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
A very adorable and refined design made in Italy, with a fine quality of heart cut Colombia emerald 3,74 ct and round and baguettes cut diamonds of 2 ct F/VS( top quality) . Handcra...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$18,900Sale Price|40% Off
GIA Certified 5 Stone Ring Emerald Cut Shape Diamond Ring weighing 4.53 carats
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
GIA Certified 5 Stone Ring Emerald Cut Shape Diamond Ring weighing 4.53 carats Specifications: Total Carat Weight: 3.17cts.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
5 Carat Green Emerald Cushion Cut Diamond Halo Ring GIA Certified No Oil
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful Green Emerald cut in an elongated cushion shape!! 5.21 carat cushion cut emerald with ZERO treatment -- NO OIL as stated on the GIA certificate. This completely natur...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald
AGL Certified Insignificant Traditional 5 ct Colombian Emerald Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
AGL Certified Insignificant Traditional 5 Ct Colombian Emerald Diamond Earrings 5 Carat finest Colombian Emerald Cut Emerald Diamond Post Earrings 18 Karat Gold This exquisite ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Natural 2.00 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond 5 Stone Ring In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18K Yellow Gold Natural 2.00 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond 5 Stone Ring Product: Natural Diamond 5 Stone Ring Material :18k Yellow Gold Diamond Detail: There are approximately 2.00 car...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
GIA Certified 5.04ct 5 Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Band Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This Platinum Emerald Cut Diamond Band is a breathtaking statement of luxury and precision craftsmanship. Featuring five emerald cut diamonds set seamlessly across the band, the desi...
Diamond, Platinum
5 Line Amethyst Beads Cts 1124 Pearl Emerald Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Crafted from 1,124 cts of rich purple amethyst beads sourced from Africa, this necklace features 28 cts of lustrous pearls and 2 cts of vibrant emeralds. With five flowing lines and...
Amethyst, Emerald, Pearl
5 Carat Oval Emerald Lever-Back Hoop Earrings in Platinum and 18K Yellow ref618
By Diamond Town
Located in New York, NY
Emerald weight approximately 5 carats. Diamond weight including halo, fancy ovals, and embellishment on the lever-back hoop total approximately 2 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
5 Carat Carved Emerald 32 Diamond Ring 18 Karat Gold Flower Motif Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is an extraordinary 5.4 Carat carved Emerald Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Gold. The extraordinary cocktail fashion ring has a magnificent rectangular carved Emerald of approximatel...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Handmade 5 Emerald Cut Diamond 18kt Yellow Gold Band Ring
Located in Miami, FL
The 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Band is a refined and elegant statement of timeless design. Crafted in warm yellow gold, this band features five emerald cut diamonds arranged for a clean...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$240,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 5 Carat Sq Emerald Cut Diamond with Trapezoid Diamonds on side
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite ring features a GIA certified 5 carat square emerald-cut diamond, elegantly set in 18K white gold and flanked by trapezoid-cut diamonds on either side.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$16,000Sale Price|20% Off
5 Carat Tennis Round Brilliant Cut Tennis Bracelet
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
brilliantly sparkling tennis bracelet has a classic design that will never go out of style! Featuring 5 carats of bright white, eye clean diamonds, this beauty offers brilliant, eye ...
Diamond, Platinum
$70,400Sale Price|20% Off
C. Dunaigre 5 Ct. Colombian Green Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Centering a cushion-shaped emerald, flanked by two trapezoids shaped diamonds and a pave of round brilliant cut diamonds emerald weighing 6.15 carats Size 6 Platinum Accompanied by ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1.04 Carat Emerald Cut Ruby and Diamond 5 Stone Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A stunning ring showcasing a rich intense emerald cut vivid red ruby weighing 1.04 carats. Flanking the center stone are two emerald-cut diamonds weighing 0.64 carats and two baguet...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.04 Carat Emerald Cut Ruby and Diamond 5 Stone Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A stunning ring showcasing a rich intense emerald cut vivid red ruby weighing 1.04 carats. Flanking the center stone are two emerald-cut diamonds weighing 0.64 carats and two baguet...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.12 Carat Emerald Cut Sapphire and Diamond 5 Stone Ring in 14k White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A stunning ring showcasing a rich intense emerald cut blue sapphire weighing 1.12 carats. Flanking the center stone are two emerald-cut diamonds weighing 0.64 carats and two baguett...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
5 Carat Oval Shape Emerald & 1 Ct Diamond Post Back Earrings 14 Karat Yello Gold
Located in New York, NY
These stunning post back earrings with French clip feature a natural oval-shaped emerald weighing total approximately 5 carats, accompanied by brilliant round cut diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
$6,371Sale Price / set|25% Off
5 Carat Pear Emerald Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings in 14k Gold
Located in Rutherford, NJ
Gold- 6.65 gms Diamond- 5.24 carats Diamond Colour: G-H Diamond Clarity: SI Earring Weight: 7.70 gms *In stock items will be shipped in 2 business days, or please allow 4-5 weeks for...
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
$8,903Sale Price|20% Off
6.33 Carat Zambian Emerald Pendant Necklace 5 Ct SI/H Diamond 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This exquisite pendant necklace showcases the captivating beauty of a Zambian Emerald gemstone, meticulously crafted in 18 karat white gold and accented with dazzling diamonds. This ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
5 Ct Natural Zambian Emerald Earring & 2 Ct Diamond , Rose cut Diamond Earring
Located in New York, NY
5 Ct Natural Zambian Emerald cut Emerald Earring & 2 Ct Diamond , Rose cut Diamond Earring This exquisite pair of earrings are beautifully crafted in 18 Karat white gold Weight of ...
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold
1.12 Carat Emerald Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond 5 Stone Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A stunning ring showcasing a rich intense emerald cut royal blue sapphire weighing 1.12 carats. Flanking the center stone are two emerald-cut diamonds weighing 0.64 carats and two ba...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.12 Carat Emerald Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond 5 Stone Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A stunning ring showcasing a rich intense emerald cut royal blue sapphire weighing 1.12 carats. Flanking the center stone are two emerald-cut diamonds weighing 0.64 carats and two ba...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Emerald & Diamond Crossover Band - 18k Square .91ctw Ring Sz 5 1/4
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 1/4 Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Emeralds Treatment: Oiling Carat(s): .55ctw Cut: Square Color: Green Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .36ctw Cut: R...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
$60,000Sale Price|20% Off
10 Carat VIVID Green Emeralds Diamond Earrings
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Featuring 2 oval-shaped sapphires, surrounded by 20 round diamonds. Emeralds weighing 5 carats each Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 5 carats Platinum
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
12Ct Carved Emerald & 5 Ct Rose Diamond Dangling Post Earrings 22 Kt Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
These emeralds are beautifully complemented by pear-shaped Rose cut solitaire diamonds weighing approximately 5 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
$383Sale Price|20% Off
Lime Green Natural Peridot Ring Gemstone 5 Ct Octagon Emerald Cut for Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Lime Green Natural Peridot Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant, or any other Jewelry Setting-Octagon Emerald Cut from Supat Valley, Kohistan Pakistan!! 💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Peri...
Peridot
5 Ct Colombian Emerald and Diamond Cluster Side 14K Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage natural 5 carat Colombian Emerald and 6-stone round cut diamond cluster side stone ring in 14k yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold 1/5 Cttw Emerald Shape Solitaire Diamond 18" Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your everyday look with this unique 1/5 cttw solitaire diamond pendant. This beautiful necklace is crafted in 14k white gold, a metal that will stay tarnish free for years to...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$148,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 5 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
5.06 ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Platinum Engagement Ring. The ring weighs 7.7 grams, size 6, the center stone is a Natural Round Brilliant Cut diamond weighing 5.06 c...
Diamond, White Diamond
300ct Fine Emerald Beads 5 Line Necklace with 14 kt Yellow Gold Clasp Adjustable
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 300 Carat very fine Emerald Beads 5 Line Necklace With 14 Karat Yellow Gold Clasp Adjustable with multiple links This spectacular Necklace consisting of approximatel...
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Spectra Fine Jewelry 40.40 Carat 5-Row Diamond Bracelet
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
A classy bracelet comprising of 5 rows of emerald-cut diamonds set in 18k white gold. 215 diamonds weighing a total of 40.40 carats, with E-F-G color, VS clarity.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Natural 2.28 Carat Blue Sapphire & Diamond Cluster 5 Stone Platinum Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Item Details: - Type: Cluster Ring - Metal: Platinum 900 - Weight: 6.09 grams - Setting: Cluster - Size: 6.75 - Measurements: 8.9 mm (face width) _______________________ Center...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
5 Carat Natural Oval Green Tourmaline Cocktail Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
5 Carat Natural Oval Green Tourmaline Cocktail Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold A classic, Cocktail ring Measurements of the stone is 13 X 9.5mm which is 5 ct 4 Prongs are holding the st...
Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alexander Beverly Hills 5.89ct F VVS Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band 18k S-5
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning emerald cut diamond eternity band, by Alexander Beverly Hills. 19 emerald cut diamonds, 5.89 carats total.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
3/5 Ctw Emerald Cut Diamond Stud Earring Bezel Set 14K Solid Gold SI GH
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS Metal Type: 14K Gold, White Gold / Yellow Gold / Rose Gold Please let us know your gold color preference through inbox message. Total Diamond Weight: 0.60 CT / 2Pcs ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
4.7 Carat Total Emerald Stud Earrings in 4-Prong 14k Solid Yellow Gold
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Details: Item Type: Stud Earrings Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Closure: Push-back Center Stone Details: Type: Natural Emerald Carat: 5 carats total, 2.5ct each Color: Green Cut: Emerald M...
Emerald, Yellow Gold
$10,100Sale Price|25% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 4.21ct D-F VVS Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band 18k S.5
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning emerald cut diamond eternity band, by Alexander Beverly Hills. 22 emerald cut diamonds, 4.21 carats total.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
12 Carat Emerald Cabochon Diamond Gold Cocktail Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 18k white gold cocktail earrings, set each with an approx. 5 carats oval emerald cabochon, measuring 12.1mm x 9.7mm x 6.7mm, surrounded with a total of approx. 4.40ctw in dia...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
14K Yellow Gold 5 Carat Blue Topaz Diamond Omega Back Earrings
Located in Cape May, NJ
Era: Modern Estate Composition: 14K Yellow Gold Primary Stone: Two Emerald Cut Blue Topaz Carat Weight: Approximately 5 Carats in Total Accent Stone: Thirty-Six Round Brilliant Diamo...
Diamond, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.5 Ct Emerald Cut Treated Ruby & 0.15 ct Diamond Ring 14 Kt White Gold Size 5
Located in New York, NY
2.5 Ct Emerald Cut Treated Ruby & 0.15 ct Diamond Ring 14 Kt White Gold Size 5 Introducing a truly stunning piece, behold the 2.5 Carat Emerald cut Treated Ruby & 0.15 ct Diamond Rin...
Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
18K Two Tone Gold Clip On Earrings with 4.5 Carat Diamonds & 0.3 Carat Emerald
Located in New York, NY
Style: Clip On Metal: 18 Karat Two Tone Gold Gemstone 1: 1 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 6 Color: G Clarity: VS Shape: Marquis Shape Gemstone 2: 2 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 1...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$4,048Sale Price / item|20% Off
Statement 5 CTW Emerald Floral Cocktail Ring with Diamonds in 14k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Statement 5 CTW Emerald Floral Cocktail Ring with Diamonds in 14K Gold featuring natural emerald of 5 carats and diamonds of 1.72 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$17,352Sale Price|25% Off
AIG Certified 10 Carat Zambian Emerald 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Ring come in 18k gold with a big natural Zambian Emerald in cabochon cut of 10 carat , spectacular colors and perfect cut, fine quality, and round brilliant cut natural emeralds of...
Emerald, 18k Gold
Emilio Jewelry Certified 5.94 Carat Vivid Green Muzo Colombian Emerald Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
Certified vivid green Colombian emerald with minor oil just under 5 carats alone.
Emerald
2.87 Carats Emerald Ring with Diamonds in White Gold
Located in London, GB
Ring Size: UK - K, US - 5 1/2 2.87 Carat Emerald
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 5 Carat Ruby and 20ct Diamond Platinum Bracelet with French Hallmarks
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Art Deco platinum ruby and diamond bracelet with French Hallmarks. This bracelet contains 8 baguette shaped rubies totaling approximately 5.00 carats, as well as 140 old European...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
5 Carat Peridot and Blue Sapphire Three-Stone Ring in White and Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful pairing of bright colors and sleek shapes form this modern version of a classic 3-stone ring. This stylish ring features a gorgeous, 5.12 carat emerald-cut peridot flanke...
Peridot, Sapphire, Multi-gemstone, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold, ...
Ring Yellow Gold 18k With Big Blue Facetted Topas of 5 Carat - detailed design
Located in Heemstede, NL
Stunning pre-loved jewel, featuring a blue topas. Look at this vivid color blue and design of this pre-loved ring. Something different! It is a dazzling display of elegance and sophi...
Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GRS Certified 5.20 Carat Minor Oil Colombian Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
An extremely rare gem considering its over 5-carat weight. The legendary Emerald center stone is paired with a gorgeous diamond halo, featuring 10 round diamonds and 6 marquise cut d...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bochic “Capri” Vintage 172 Carat Multi Ruby & Emerald Cuff 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Gemstones: Natural Rubies (approx. 172 carats) Natural Emeralds (approx. 5 carats) Natural Blue Sapphires (approx. 3 carats) Metal: 18K Gold & 950 Silver Length: Fits approximatel...
Emerald, Ruby, 18k 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.