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500 Carats

Nicholas Varney Multi-Colored Sapphire Diamond Gold Modernist Cuff Bracelet
Nicholas Varney Multi-Colored Sapphire Diamond Gold Modernist Cuff Bracelet

Nicholas Varney Multi-Colored Sapphire Diamond Gold Modernist Cuff Bracelet

By Nicholas Varney

Located in Greenwich, CT

Total sapphire weight is approximately 500 carats. Total diamond weight is .70 carats.

Category

2010s American Modernist Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

17 Carat Collector's Cambodian Blue Zircon
17 Carat Collector's Cambodian Blue Zircon

17 Carat Collector's Cambodian Blue Zircon

Located in Hua Hin, TH

Blue zircons this high quality we have decided to give the title of 'Azure Blue' due to it being imbued with a tremendous deep blue color but shows full vivid blue brilliance all thr...

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2010s Cambodian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Zircon, Blue Zircon

5.55 Ct Oval Rubellte Pink Tourmaline 18K White Gold, Round & Baguette Diamonds
5.55 Ct Oval Rubellte Pink Tourmaline 18K White Gold, Round & Baguette Diamonds

5.55 Ct Oval Rubellte Pink Tourmaline 18K White Gold, Round & Baguette Diamonds

By Five Star Jewelry

Located in Austin, TX

This Rubelite was mined in Brazil and it was one of the rarest tourmaline in a lot of 500 carats. We designed the ring to have a diamond band that is both interesting and intriguing.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rubelite, Tourmaline, White Gold, 18k Gold

Untreated Silicated Turquoise Bead Necklace Magnificent 26-Inch Midcentury
Untreated Silicated Turquoise Bead Necklace Magnificent 26-Inch Midcentury

Untreated Silicated Turquoise Bead Necklace Magnificent 26-Inch Midcentury

Located in Northampton, MA

This impressive, extraordinary quality turquoise necklace is on its original silk thread and features a 14k white gold clasp. Weighing 100 grams (500 carats), this circa 1960s stra...

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Vintage 1960s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, 14k Gold

Rrp £11, 500 Tiffany & Co Platinum 1.06 Ct Diamond Solitaire Stud Earrings Pair
Rrp £11, 500 Tiffany & Co Platinum 1.06 Ct Diamond Solitaire Stud Earrings Pair

Rrp £11, 500 Tiffany & Co Platinum 1.06 Ct Diamond Solitaire Stud Earrings Pair

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in GB

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of Tiffany & Co Platinum and 1.06ct Diamond Solitaire stud earrings complete with all the...

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21st Century and Contemporary English Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

5.18 Carat Diamond White Gold Openwork Hoop Earrings
5.18 Carat Diamond White Gold Openwork Hoop Earrings

5.18 Carat Diamond White Gold Openwork Hoop Earrings

Located in Santa Barbara, CA

A testament to meticulous craftsmanship, with nearly 500 diamonds totaling 5.18 carats, an immense sparkle to the modern design.

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Dimond 2.13 Carats 18KT White Gold 'in and Out' Hoop Earring E20248
Natural Dimond 2.13 Carats 18KT White Gold 'in and Out' Hoop Earring E20248

Natural Dimond 2.13 Carats 18KT White Gold 'in and Out' Hoop Earring E20248

Located in Antwerpen, BE

DETAILS: Metal: 18KT White Gold Weight: 13.18 Grams Gemstones: Natural Diamonds Number of Diamonds:500 Shape: Round/ Baguette Total carat Weight: 2.13 ct Setting: Cluster/Pressure/I...

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2010s Belgian Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

TJD 2.0 Carat Round & Baguette Diamond Bangle Bracelet in 18KT Yellow Gold
TJD 2.0 Carat Round & Baguette Diamond Bangle Bracelet in 18KT Yellow Gold

TJD 2.0 Carat Round & Baguette Diamond Bangle Bracelet in 18KT Yellow Gold

By TJD

Located in New York, NY

Featuring approximately 2.00 carats of natural 500 round brilliant and baguette diamonds beautifully set throughout the bangle, this piece delivers radiant sparkle and balanced brill...

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2010s Indian Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

TJD 2.0 Carat Round & Baguette Diamond Bangle Bracelet in 14KT Yellow Gold
TJD 2.0 Carat Round & Baguette Diamond Bangle Bracelet in 14KT Yellow Gold

TJD 2.0 Carat Round & Baguette Diamond Bangle Bracelet in 14KT Yellow Gold

By TJD

Located in New York, NY

Featuring approximately 2.00 carats of natural 500 round brilliant and baguette diamonds beautifully set throughout the bangle, this piece delivers radiant sparkle and balanced brill...

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2010s Indian Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Leon Mege "Poppy Flower" Ring with Rubies and Diamonds
Leon Mege "Poppy Flower" Ring with Rubies and Diamonds

Leon Mege "Poppy Flower" Ring with Rubies and Diamonds

By Leon Mege

Located in New York, NY

There are 50 white diamonds set into the receptacle and the shank cradling the flower petals. Natural rubies - 500 stones weighing 10.75-carat 50 white F/VS diamonds 0.63-carat total...

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2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum, ...

Faberge 18KT Yellow & White Gold Diamond 0.27Ct. & Enamel Eggs Hanging Earrings
Faberge 18KT Yellow & White Gold Diamond 0.27Ct. & Enamel Eggs Hanging Earrings

Faberge 18KT Yellow & White Gold Diamond 0.27Ct. & Enamel Eggs Hanging Earrings

By Modern Fabergé

Located in New York, NY

Stamped Faberge Germany 18K #25/500 Diamond weight 0.27 carats Original Faberge Certificate of Authenticity included

Category

Early 2000s German Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

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Aqua Medusa Pendant Necklace Bulla in 14k Gold
Aqua Medusa Pendant Necklace Bulla in 14k Gold

Aqua Medusa Pendant Necklace Bulla in 14k Gold

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W 1.58 in D 0.6 in L 1.58 in

Aqua Medusa Pendant Necklace Bulla in 14k Gold

Located in Naples, FL

Aqua Medusa pendant necklace with gold granulated medusa bulla pendant strung on Aqua bead necklace with approx. 0.70 cts of diamonds in 14k yellow gold and 18k yellow gold. over 500...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

Diamond Cuban Link Necklace, 70 Carat White Diamonds, 500 Gram Gold
Diamond Cuban Link Necklace, 70 Carat White Diamonds, 500 Gram Gold

Diamond Cuban Link Necklace, 70 Carat White Diamonds, 500 Gram Gold

Located in New York, NY

The Highest Diamond Cuban with 70 Carat Diamonds. This heavy 500-gram Super Cuban looks like nothing you have seen before.

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2010s American Artisan Link Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

70 Carat Diamond High-Jewelry Cuban Link Necklace,  500 Gram White Gold
70 Carat Diamond High-Jewelry Cuban Link Necklace,  500 Gram White Gold

70 Carat Diamond High-Jewelry Cuban Link Necklace, 500 Gram White Gold

Located in New York, NY

As seen on some of the world's most celebrities, our 70-carat white diamond Cuban link necklace is truly a work of art.

Category

2010s American Artisan Link Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Laura Munder South Sea Pearl and Diamond Gold Earrings
Laura Munder South Sea Pearl and Diamond Gold Earrings

Laura Munder South Sea Pearl and Diamond Gold Earrings

By Laura Munder

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

18 karat yellow gold Cage earrings set with 13 mm South Sea Pearls and 500 Diamonds 6.99 carats total weight

Category

Early 2000s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

36 Inch 500 Carats Strand of Large Faceted Colored Gemstones
36 Inch 500 Carats Strand of Large Faceted Colored Gemstones

36 Inch 500 Carats Strand of Large Faceted Colored Gemstones

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

36 inches of large colored gemstones, mixed shapes and material including citrine, peridot, aquamarine, amethyst, topaz and tourmaline in faceted ovals, squares, hearts, marquis, rec...

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Vintage 1970s Chain Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Peridot, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

36 Inch Strand of Large Faceted Colored Gemstones 500 Carats
36 Inch Strand of Large Faceted Colored Gemstones 500 Carats

36 Inch Strand of Large Faceted Colored Gemstones 500 Carats

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

36 inches of large colored gemstones, mixed shapes and material including citrine, peridot, aquamarine, amethyst, topaz and tourmaline in faceted ovals, squares, hearts, marquis, rec...

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Vintage 1970s More Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Peridot, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Important Certified 500 Carats Lavender Jade Beads, Red Agate & Diamond Necklace
Important Certified 500 Carats Lavender Jade Beads, Red Agate & Diamond Necklace

Important Certified 500 Carats Lavender Jade Beads, Red Agate & Diamond Necklace

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Please check out the HD video! For your consideration is an important natural lavender jade and diamond necklace. Natural Lavender jade beads of this color are rare and not often see...

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2010s Hong Kong Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Agate, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold

18K Yellow Gold in Diamond and Assorted Cabachon Stones 500 cttw
18K Yellow Gold in Diamond and Assorted Cabachon Stones 500 cttw

18K Yellow Gold in Diamond and Assorted Cabachon Stones 500 cttw

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

These stones total over 500 carats in total weight. Complimenting the cabachons are 10.00 carats of diamonds set in 18K yellow gold.

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20th Century More Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Amethyst, Citrine, Rubelite, Aquamarine, Tourmaline, Peridot, 1...

A Platinum, Emerald and Diamond Necklace, 1950 ca

A Platinum, Emerald and Diamond Necklace, 1950 ca

Located in Firenze, IT

A Platinum necklace consisting approximately of 500 carats of emerald beads set with approximately 8.00 carats total weight of round cut and baguette diamonds.

Category

Vintage 1950s English Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Antique 5 Carat Diamond Gold Cluster Earrings, 1890s
Antique 5 Carat Diamond Gold Cluster Earrings, 1890s

Antique 5 Carat Diamond Gold Cluster Earrings, 1890s

Located in Napoli, NA

They are hand crafted in 18k yellow gold and silver, set with 500 carats of Sparkling and Large Old mine cut Diamonds, graded H/I/J color Vs clarity, origin Europe CONDITION: Pre-ow...

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Antique 19th Century Unknown High Victorian Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Nicholas Varney Multicolored Sapphire Gold Bracelet
Nicholas Varney Multicolored Sapphire Gold Bracelet

Nicholas Varney Multicolored Sapphire Gold Bracelet

By Nicholas Varney

Located in Greenwich, CT

Designed with a total of 500 carats of berry hued briolette cut sapphires, sprinkled with delicate diamond flowers, this one-of-kind bracelet is visually mesmerizing and bubbles with...

Category

2010s American Modern Modern Bracelets

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold

Pink Tourmaline Diamond Statement Ring, Rubellite Custom 6.30 carats total
Pink Tourmaline Diamond Statement Ring, Rubellite Custom 6.30 carats total

Pink Tourmaline Diamond Statement Ring, Rubellite Custom 6.30 carats total

By Five Star Jewelry

Located in Austin, TX

This Rubellite was mined in Brazil and it was one of the rarest tourmaline in a lot of 500 carats. We designed the ring to have a diamond band that is both interesting and intriguing.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Rubelite, 14k Gold, White Gold

Double-Strand Emerald Necklace with Antique Gold Catch
Double-Strand Emerald Necklace with Antique Gold Catch

Double-Strand Emerald Necklace with Antique Gold Catch

Located in Litchfield, CT

SIZE: 22 inch fit WEIGHT: STONES: Approximately 500 carats of Emerald, Amethyst and pearls HALLMARKS: none, tested 14k STOCK NUMBER: 19621 Jewelry acquired from L...

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Vintage 1980s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold

David Webb Sapphire Bead and Diamond Torsade Necklace
David Webb Sapphire Bead and Diamond Torsade Necklace

David Webb Sapphire Bead and Diamond Torsade Necklace

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

The necklace is composed of graduating sapphire beads with an approximate total weight of 500 carats, completed by a cabochon sapphire clasp, with an approximate weight of 5-1/2 cara...

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Early 2000s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

20.25 Carat Natural Fancy Colored Diamond Yellow Gold Bracelet. Retail $46, 500
20.25 Carat Natural Fancy Colored Diamond Yellow Gold Bracelet. Retail $46, 500

20.25 Carat Natural Fancy Colored Diamond Yellow Gold Bracelet. Retail $46, 500

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Yellows, pinks, browns and whites all set in gorgeous 18kt yellow gold make this an exquisite bracelet. Over 20.25 carats of natural multi-colored diamonds of all different shapes. T...

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Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Brown Diamond

Stunning 18 Karat White Gold and 2.62 Carat Diamond Fan Earrings-Retail $9, 500
Stunning 18 Karat White Gold and 2.62 Carat Diamond Fan Earrings-Retail $9, 500

Stunning 18 Karat White Gold and 2.62 Carat Diamond Fan Earrings-Retail $9, 500

Located in Princeton, NJ

From Hamilton's Heritage Collection, are these diamond earrings with delicate filigree engraving details. These diamond treasures feature 332 round brilliant diamonds that total 2.62...

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2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. by Paloma Picasso Necklace in 18 Karat Gold with 500ctw Citrines
Tiffany & Co. by Paloma Picasso Necklace in 18 Karat Gold with 500ctw Citrines

Tiffany & Co. by Paloma Picasso Necklace in 18 Karat Gold with 500ctw Citrines

By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.

Located in Miami, FL

Citrines: Mount in a silk stranded setting, with 20 free forms cabochon cuts carved from Brazilian natural intense orange citrines, with a total weight of 500 carats. Weight: 119.5 ...

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Vintage 1980s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rrp £9, 500 Tiffany & Co Platinum 0.74 Ct Diamond Solitaire Stud Earrings Pair
Rrp £9, 500 Tiffany & Co Platinum 0.74 Ct Diamond Solitaire Stud Earrings Pair

Rrp £9, 500 Tiffany & Co Platinum 0.74 Ct Diamond Solitaire Stud Earrings Pair

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in GB

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of Tiffany & Co Platinum and 0.74ct Diamond Solitaire stud earrings complete with all the...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Yoko London South Sea Pearl and Pink Sapphire Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold
Yoko London South Sea Pearl and Pink Sapphire Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold

Yoko London South Sea Pearl and Pink Sapphire Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold

By Yoko London

Located in London, GB

- 14-15mm Australian South Sea Pearls - 500 Pink Sapphires, total carat weight: 10.49ct - 18 Karat White Gold - Yoko London Certificate of Authenticity

Category

2010s British Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Pink Sapphire, White Gold

Yoko London South Sea Pearl and Tsavorite Garnet Earrings Set in 18 Karat Gold
Yoko London South Sea Pearl and Tsavorite Garnet Earrings Set in 18 Karat Gold

Yoko London South Sea Pearl and Tsavorite Garnet Earrings Set in 18 Karat Gold

By Yoko London

Located in London, GB

Each piece of Yoko London jewellery comes complete with a complimentary certificate of authenticity, listing the product specifications such as pearl size and gemstone carat weight. ...

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2010s British Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Gol...

Diamond Engagement Ring .65ct Round Brilliant G-H VS Platinum
Diamond Engagement Ring .65ct Round Brilliant G-H VS Platinum

Diamond Engagement Ring .65ct Round Brilliant G-H VS Platinum

Located in Dearborn, MI

Diamond Engagement Ring .65ct Round Brilliant G-H VS Platinum Featuring a Magnificent .50ct G-H/VS Genuine Natural Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Center A 1/2 Carat Diamond is $1,500...

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Early 2000s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

500 Carat Natural Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Necklace, Four Strand 14 Karat Gold
500 Carat Natural Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Necklace, Four Strand 14 Karat Gold

500 Carat Natural Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Necklace, Four Strand 14 Karat Gold

Located in New York, NY

500 Carat Natural Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Necklace, Four Strand 14 Karat Gold Natural Sleeping Beauty Turquoise which is very hard to find now.

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2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold

500 Carat Natural Tanzanite Bead Necklace 14 Karat
500 Carat Natural Tanzanite Bead Necklace 14 Karat

500 Carat Natural Tanzanite Bead Necklace 14 Karat

Located in New York, NY

Natural Tanzanite Beads Necklace Overall length: 24 Inch Tanzanites, Classic Violetish Blue color Beads Range: 14.4 - 6.5 mm Totaling 500cts 82 bead count. .03ct diamonds on cl...

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2010s American Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Multi Shape Opal Diamond Bangle Bracelet 94.8 Grams 18 Karat Rose Gold 500 CTS
Multi Shape Opal Diamond Bangle Bracelet 94.8 Grams 18 Karat Rose Gold 500 CTS

Multi Shape Opal Diamond Bangle Bracelet 94.8 Grams 18 Karat Rose Gold 500 CTS

By Harbor Diamonds

Located in New York, NY

One of a kind, hand made Opal and diamond bracelet Approximately 1 Carat of Diamonds Bracelet total weight 94.8 g. Approximately 500 Carats of Light Pink Opals 18K rose gold

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Jona Peridot Gold Necklace
Jona Peridot Gold Necklace

Jona Peridot Gold Necklace

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W 0.99 in L 17.72 in

Jona Peridot Gold Necklace

By Jona

Located in Lugano, TI

Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold multi-strand necklace, featuring 500 carats of peridot. All of our jewelry is new and has never been previously...

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2010s Italian Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

500 Ct 9 Layer Natural Aquamarine Bead Necklace 14 Karat Gold Adjustable Clasp
500 Ct 9 Layer Natural Aquamarine Bead Necklace 14 Karat Gold Adjustable Clasp

500 Ct 9 Layer Natural Aquamarine Bead Necklace 14 Karat Gold Adjustable Clasp

Located in New York, NY

Approximately 500 Ct 9 Layer Natural Aquamarine of various color Bead Necklace 14 Karat Gold adjustable Clasp This spectacular Necklace consisting of approximately 500 Ct of Fin...

Category

Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, 14k Gold

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500 Carats For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of 500 carats. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and 14k Gold, these items were constructed with great care. Our selection of items includes 7 vintage examples as well as 6 contemporary versions. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 20th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Contemporary and Artisan are consistently popular styles when it comes to 500 carats. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Dan Peligrad and Nicholas Varney produced popular versions that are worth a look. Browse our collection of 5 Diamond versions today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for round cut 500 carats and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes ball cut and bead alternatives. When shopping our range of 500 carats, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are 500 Carats?

Prices for 500 carats start at $2,240 and top out at $888,888 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $13,500.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

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.